A sermon preach'd to the Societies for Reformation of Manners in the citys of London and Westminster. February, 19. 1699. Published at their request. By Thomas Reynolds.

Reynolds, Thomas, 1667?-1727
Publisher: printed for Richard Mount on Tower Hill and John Lawrence in the Poultrey
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1700
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A57195 ESTC ID: R222106 STC ID: R1322A
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 PROV. ix. 7, 8. He that reproveth a Scorner, getteth to himself Shame: And he that rebuketh a wicked Man, getteth himself a Blot. CURAE. ix. 7, 8. He that Reproveth a Scorner, gets to himself Shame: And he that Rebuketh a wicked Man, gets himself a Blot. np1. crd. crd, crd pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz p-acp px31 n1: cc pns31 cst vvz dt j n1, vvz px31 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Reprove not a Scorner, lest he hate thee — Reprove not a Scorner, lest he hate thee — vvb xx dt n1, cs pns31 vvb pno21 — (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 HOW improper soever these words at their First view may seem to the present occasion of our Meeting, a little Patience and Attention it's hop'd will beget in you other conceptions about them. HOW improper soever these words At their First view may seem to the present occasion of our Meeting, a little Patience and Attention it's hoped will beget in you other conceptions about them. c-crq j av d n2 p-acp po32 ord n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pn31|vbz vvn vmb vvi p-acp pn22 j-jn n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 I have not chosen them to become an Advocate for Vice, or to lay Discouragements in their way, who are vigorously bent to suppress it. I have not chosen them to become an Advocate for Vice, or to lay Discouragements in their Way, who Are vigorously bent to suppress it. pns11 vhb xx vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
4 No, my Brethren, it is so far from my purpose to abate your Zeal, that I would do my uttermost to increase and inflame it. No, my Brothers, it is so Far from my purpose to abate your Zeal, that I would do my uttermost to increase and inflame it. uh-dx, po11 n2, pn31 vbz av av-j p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1, cst pns11 vmd vdi po11 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
5 And I heartily pray, that wicked men may be sooner weary of their sins, than you in reproving them in all those ways, And I heartily pray, that wicked men may be sooner weary of their Sins, than you in reproving them in all those ways, cc pns11 av-j vvb, cst j n2 vmb vbi av-c j pp-f po32 n2, cs pn22 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
6 and by all those Methods that are becoming, proper, and lawful. And altho my Text may carry a face contrary to what I pretend; and by all those Methods that Are becoming, proper, and lawful. And although my Text may carry a face contrary to what I pretend; cc p-acp d d n2 cst vbr vvg, j, cc j. cc cs po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 j-jn p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 yet I promise my self some considerable advantage in drawing an Argument from it, that I presume will be allow'd to have strength in it, both for the justifying your Laudable Proceedings, and encouraging your Perseverance therein. yet I promise my self Some considerable advantage in drawing an Argument from it, that I presume will be allowed to have strength in it, both for the justifying your Laudable Proceedings, and encouraging your Perseverance therein. av pns11 vvb po11 n1 d j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns11 vvb vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp dt vvg po22 j n2-vvg, cc vvg po22 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
8 It is more than probable some may from hence raise an Objection against you; It is more than probable Some may from hence raise an Objection against you; pn31 vbz dc cs j d vmb p-acp av vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
9 and for this very reason it is necessary these words should be considered and understood, both for your own satisfaction, and for this very reason it is necessary these words should be considered and understood, both for your own satisfaction, cc p-acp d j n1 pn31 vbz j d n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, av-d p-acp po22 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
10 and the confuting of those who would be glad to lay hold on any thing, whereby to disparage and give a check to that good Work you are engaged in. and the confuting of those who would be glad to lay hold on any thing, whereby to disparage and give a check to that good Work you Are engaged in. cc dt vvg pp-f d r-crq vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
11 If I shew that these words are not directed against your assisting the Civil Magistrate in punishing Profane and Vicious Men, If I show that these words Are not directed against your assisting the Civil Magistrate in punishing Profane and Vicious Men, cs pns11 vvb cst d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp po22 vvg dt j n1 p-acp vvg j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
12 but from what they are really oppos'd unto, they render it your indispensible Duty; but from what they Are really opposed unto, they render it your indispensible Duty; cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp, pns32 vvb pn31 po22 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
13 may I not hope hereby to wrest out of the hands of your Enemies one of the principal Weapns they may use against you, may I not hope hereby to wrest out of the hands of your Enemies one of the principal Weapns they may use against you, vmb pns11 xx vvi av pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po22 n2 crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
14 and so do some Service to your Cause? He that reproveth a Scorner, getteth to himself Shame: and so do Some Service to your Cause? He that Reproveth a Scorner, gets to himself Shame: cc av vdb d n1 p-acp po22 n1? pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz p-acp px31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
15 and he that rebuketh a wicked Man, getteth himself a Blot. Reprove not a Scorner, lest he hate thee and he that Rebuketh a wicked Man, gets himself a Blot. Reprove not a Scorner, lest he hate thee — cc pns31 cst vvz dt j n1, vvz px31 dt n1. vvb xx dt n1, cs pns31 vvb pno21 — (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
16 And is this all that's to be gotten (may the Objector say) by reproving Scorners and wicked men? Is this all the Recompence to be expected? What wise man then would engage in so fruitless a Service, And is this all that's to be got (may the Objector say) by reproving Scorner's and wicked men? Is this all the Recompense to be expected? What wise man then would engage in so fruitless a Service, cc vbz d d cst|vbz p-acp vbi vvn (n1 dt n1 vvb) p-acp vvg ng1 cc j n2? vbz d d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn? q-crq j n1 av vmd vvi p-acp av j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
17 and bestow his Pains where he is like to meet with so bad a Requital? Were it not better to sit still at home and sleep in a whole Skin, and bestow his Pains where he is like to meet with so bad a Requital? Were it not better to fit still At home and sleep in a Whole Skin, cc vvi po31 n2 c-crq pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp av j dt n1? vbdr pn31 xx jc pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1-an cc vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
18 than by casting Pearls before Swine, or endeavouring to pull them out of the Mire, to provoke them to turn and rend us? What man will parley with an Enemy, than by casting Pearls before Swine, or endeavouring to pull them out of the Mire, to provoke them to turn and rend us? What man will parley with an Enemy, cs p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n1, cc vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno12? q-crq n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
19 when instead of bringing him to terms of Complyance he is sure before-hand to be torn and cut to pieces by him? Who would venture to reprove wicked men, when instead of bringing him to terms of Compliance he is sure beforehand to be torn and Cut to Pieces by him? Who would venture to reprove wicked men, c-crq av pp-f vvg pno31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pns31 vbz j av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 p-acp pno31? q-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
20 when they instead of being softned and reclaimed thereby, will but be the more enrag'd, when they instead of being softened and reclaimed thereby, will but be the more enraged, c-crq pns32 av pp-f vbg vvn cc vvn av, vmb p-acp vbi dt av-dc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
21 and wound our Innocency while we are striking at their Vices? Common Prudence and Self-preservation would teach us to forbear in such a Case. and wound our Innocency while we Are striking At their Vices? Common Prudence and Self-preservation would teach us to forbear in such a Case. cc vvi po12 n1 cs pns12 vbr vvg p-acp po32 n2? j n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
22 But the rather should we do it when Wisdom her self favours us with her Advice, But the rather should we do it when Wisdom her self favours us with her advice, p-acp dt av-c vmd pns12 vdi pn31 q-crq n1 po31 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
23 and expresly forbids us to Reprove a Scorner lest he hate us, implying that he certainly will do so, and expressly forbids us to Reprove a Scorner lest he hate us, implying that he Certainly will do so, cc av-j vvz pno12 p-acp vvb dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pno12, vvg cst pns31 av-j vmb vdi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
24 and this is all we are like to get from him whatever kind Intentions we bear towards him. and this is all we Are like to get from him whatever kind Intentions we bear towards him. cc d vbz d pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 r-crq j n2 pns12 vvb p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
25 Now it is of dangerous consequence to draw upon our selves the hatred of wicked men; Now it is of dangerous consequence to draw upon our selves the hatred of wicked men; av pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
26 Men who have no Fear of God before their eyes, who are professed Enemies to all that is Good, who have banish'd their Reason and debauch'd their Conscience, who matter not what they say or do, Men who have no fear of God before their eyes, who Are professed Enemies to all that is Good, who have banished their Reason and debauched their Conscience, who matter not what they say or do, n2 r-crq vhb dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbr vvn n2 p-acp d cst vbz j, r-crq vhb vvn po32 n1 cc vvd po32 n1, r-crq n1 xx r-crq pns32 vvb cc vdb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
27 nor which way their Tongues or their Hands are employ'd so they can but discharge their Malice upon us. nor which Way their Tongues or their Hands Are employed so they can but discharge their Malice upon us. ccx r-crq n1 po32 n2 cc po32 n2 vbr vvd av pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
28 And this being so as Wisdom her self who cannot err assures us, Attempts for reforming the Manners of Scorners and Wicked men would seem a vain and hazardous undertaking: And this being so as Wisdom her self who cannot err assures us, Attempts for reforming the Manners of Scorner's and Wicked men would seem a vain and hazardous undertaking: cc d vbg av p-acp n1 po31 n1 r-crq vmbx vvi vvz pno12, vvz p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f ng1 cc j n2 vmd vvi dt j cc j n-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
29 A Work that a Wise man would be shy of, and no man is under any Obligation to engage in, A Work that a Wise man would be shy of, and no man is under any Obligation to engage in, dt n1 cst dt j n1 vmd vbi j pp-f, cc dx n1 vbz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
30 nay under an express Charge to the contrary. nay under an express Charge to the contrary. uh-x p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
31 If therefore by medling in a Matter which doth not belong to them, they receive to themselves no other Recompence of their Pains, If Therefore by meddling in a Matter which does not belong to them, they receive to themselves no other Recompense of their Pains, cs av p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp px32 dx j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
32 than Shame and a Blot, that is, all the Dirt and Calumny that wicked Men can rake together and throw upon them; than Shame and a Blot, that is, all the Dirt and Calumny that wicked Men can rake together and throw upon them; cs n1 cc dt n1, cst vbz, d dt n1 cc n1 cst j n2 vmb vvi av cc vvi p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
33 they must charge it to their own Imprudence, and thank themselves, for if they had taken Wisdom's Advice, they would not have done it. they must charge it to their own Imprudence, and thank themselves, for if they had taken Wisdom's advice, they would not have done it. pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po32 d n1, cc vvb px32, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn ng1 n1, pns32 vmd xx vhi vdn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
34 This Objection hath not (as I know of) been designedly taken notice of by any of my Brethren that have gone before me, This Objection hath not (as I know of) been designedly taken notice of by any of my Brothers that have gone before me, d n1 vhz xx (c-acp pns11 vvb pp-f) vbn av-j vvn n1 pp-f p-acp d pp-f po11 n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
35 yet deserves to be considered as that which not only may be urged by professed Enemies to your worthy Designs, yet deserves to be considered as that which not only may be urged by professed Enemies to your worthy Designs, av vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq xx av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp po22 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
36 but by those who pretend to be of the wiser, that is, the more wary and cautious sort of Christians. but by those who pretend to be of the Wiser, that is, the more wary and cautious sort of Christians. cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f dt jc, cst vbz, dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
37 And indeed this is an Objection they may be very fond of, because it seems to carry some Plausibleness with it, And indeed this is an Objection they may be very found of, Because it seems to carry Some Plausibleness with it, cc av d vbz dt n1 pns32 vmb vbi av j pp-f, c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
38 and chiefly because it is an Arrow taken out of your own Quiver; and chiefly Because it is an Arrow taken out of your own Quiver; cc av-jn c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn av pp-f po22 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
39 for thus they will pretend to direct your own Weapons against you, and stab your Cause with that very Sword you use in defence of it. for thus they will pretend to Direct your own Weapons against you, and stab your Cause with that very Sword you use in defence of it. c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po22 d n2 p-acp pn22, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp d j n1 pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
40 But this, like an Arrow besides the Mark, does no execution; But this, like an Arrow beside the Mark, does not execution; p-acp d, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vdz xx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
41 or rather, like one directed into the Sky, falls down again, and wounds his Head who shot it. or rather, like one directed into the Sky, falls down again, and wounds his Head who shot it. cc av-c, av-j pi vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz a-acp av, cc vvz po31 n1 r-crq vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
42 To make this clear and evident, I have propos'd to my self this Method in discoursing upon the words. To make this clear and evident, I have proposed to my self this Method in discoursing upon the words. pc-acp vvi d j cc j, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1 d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
43 First, I shall endeavour to give you the true genuin Sense and Meaning of them. Secondly, Answer a Query that will naturally result from hence: And this in the First, I shall endeavour to give you the true genuine Sense and Meaning of them. Secondly, Answer a Query that will naturally result from hence: And this in the ord, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j j n1 cc vvg pp-f pno32. ord, vvb dt np1 cst vmb av-j vvi p-acp av: cc d p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
44 Third and last place will yield me a very fair Opportunity to expose the Weakness and Impertinency of the Objection; Third and last place will yield me a very fair Opportunity to expose the Weakness and Impertinency of the Objection; ord cc ord n1 vmb vvi pno11 dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
45 and to make it evident, that what Advantage may be had from these words, in the case under consideration, lies on your side, and against your Adversaries. and to make it evident, that what Advantage may be had from these words, in the case under consideration, lies on your side, and against your Adversaries. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cst r-crq n1 vmb vbi vhn p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvz p-acp po22 n1, cc p-acp po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
46 And, First for the Sense of the words, there are three things which deserve our Enquiry: as, And, First for the Sense of the words, there Are three things which deserve our Enquiry: as, cc, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vvb po12 n1: c-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 6
47 Who is design'd by the Scorner and Wicked Man? What is the Reproof we are forbidden to minister nto such? Who is designed by the Scorner and Wicked Man? What is the Reproof we Are forbidden to minister unto such? r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j n1? q-crq vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d? (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 6
48 How are we to understand the Prohibition when it is said, Reprove not a Scorner lest he hate thee? I. How Are we to understand the Prohibition when it is said, Reprove not a Scorner lest he hate thee? I. q-crq vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vvb xx dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pno21? pns11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 7
49 Who is design'd by the Scorner and Wicked Man? I reply, one and the same Person is understood. Who is designed by the Scorner and Wicked Man? I reply, one and the same Person is understood. q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j n1? pns11 vvb, crd cc dt d n1 vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
50 For it is agreed on all hands that it's the manner of the Wise Man to repeat the same thing in the same verse in other words throout all this Book. For it is agreed on all hands that it's the manner of the Wise Man to repeat the same thing in the same verse in other words throout all this Book. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 cst pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n2 vvb d d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
51 A Scorner is one of the worst of Men: A Scorner is one of the worst of Men: dt n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
52 He is a confirmed and hardned Sinner, one who refuses Instruction, and is so incapable of Reproof, that nothing will move him to become better: He is a confirmed and hardened Sinner, one who refuses Instruction, and is so incapable of Reproof, that nothing will move him to become better: pns31 vbz dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1, pi r-crq vvz n1, cc vbz av j pp-f n1, cst pix vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av-jc: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
53 And therefore Wisdom passes such by, and leaves them to their wretched Folly as Persons to be despaired of; And Therefore Wisdom passes such by, and leaves them to their wretched Folly as Persons to be despaired of; cc av n1 vvz d p-acp, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
54 while those who being merely inconsiderate and deluded, she invites to her House, because such (it were to be hoped) might become willing to receive her Instructions, ver. 1, 2. of this Chapter. while those who being merely inconsiderate and deluded, she invites to her House, Because such (it were to be hoped) might become willing to receive her Instructions, ver. 1, 2. of this Chapter. cs d r-crq vbg av-j j cc vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp d (pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn) vmd vvi j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, fw-la. vvn, crd pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 7
55 Again, the Scorner is one who if reprov'd will but requite you with Shame and a Blot, that is, will not only make you lose your labour, Again, the Scorner is one who if reproved will but requite you with Shame and a Blot, that is, will not only make you loose your labour, av, dt n1 vbz pi r-crq cs vvn vmb p-acp vvi pn22 p-acp vvb cc dt vvb, cst vbz, vmb xx av-j vvi pn22 vvb po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 7
56 and thereby give occasion to others to deride the Vanity of your Attempt, but like an ungrateful Wretch will deride and scoff at you himself, and thereby give occasion to Others to deride the Vanity of your Attempt, but like an ungrateful Wretch will deride and scoff At you himself, cc av vvb n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 vvb, cc-acp av-j dt j n1 vmb vvi cc n1 p-acp pn22 px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
57 as tho it were not enough to reject your good Offices, but he must abuse you into the bargain. as though it were not enough to reject your good Offices, but he must abuse you into the bargain. c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx av-d pc-acp vvi po22 j n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 8
58 He is one, who will malign and hate you, and whilst you reprove him, will but throw Dirt in your face, He is one, who will malign and hate you, and while you reprove him, will but throw Dirt in your face, pns31 vbz pi, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvb pn22, cc cs pn22 vvb pno31, vmb p-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
59 and afterward traduce you behind your back; and afterwards traduce you behind your back; cc av vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
60 till he hath made you as black by Slanders and Reports as his Crimes have rendred him in Reality. till he hath made you as black by Slanders and Reports as his Crimes have rendered him in Reality. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp j-jn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n2 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 8
61 And are there not many such Scorners in our times? Monsters! shall I say of Men? yea Monsters of Sinners too! most Impious Wretches! And Are there not many such Scorner's in our times? Monsters! shall I say of Men? yea Monsters of Sinners too! most Impious Wretches! cc vbr pc-acp xx d d ng1 p-acp po12 n2? ng1! vmb pns11 vvi pp-f n2? uh n2 pp-f n2 av! av-ds j n2! (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
62 who being perfectly hardned in Wickedness, will hearken to nothing that might tend to reform or better them. who being perfectly hardened in Wickedness, will harken to nothing that might tend to reform or better them. r-crq vbg av-j vvn p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp pix cst vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
63 They are too big to be spoken to, too proud to be instructed, too ungrateful to take any thing kindly at your hands. They Are too big to be spoken to, too proud to be instructed, too ungrateful to take any thing kindly At your hands. pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, av j pc-acp vbi vvn, av j pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j p-acp po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
64 To endeavour to reform them, is but to give them an occasion to become worse, To endeavour to reform them, is but to give them an occasion to become Worse, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
65 since Contumelies and Curses, Scorn and Contempt, a Hiss and a Scoff is the Reward you must expect. since Contumelies and Curses, Scorn and Contempt, a Hiss and a Scoff is the Reward you must expect. c-acp n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 8
66 These are those whom we may well suppose pointed at by St. Jude, concerning whom he speaks, that there shall come in the last days Mockers walking after their ungodly Lusts, Sensual, not having the Spirit. ver. 18, 19. These Are those whom we may well suppose pointed At by Saint U^de, Concerning whom he speaks, that there shall come in the last days Mockers walking After their ungodly Lustiest, Sensual, not having the Spirit. ver. 18, 19. d vbr d r-crq pns12 vmb av vvi vvn p-acp p-acp n1 np1, vvg r-crq pns31 vvz, cst a-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n2 n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n2, j, xx vhg dt n1. fw-la. crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 9
67 II. What is the Reproof here forbidden? Reproof is Verbal or Real. II What is the Reproof Here forbidden? Reproof is Verbal or Real. crd q-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn? n1 vbz j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
68 Verbal is the more Gentle way of dealing with Sinners, by speaking to them, and reasoning the Case soberly with them, conveying our Reproofs as wholesom Physick in the Vehicle of soft words and friendly admonitions. Verbal is the more Gentle Way of dealing with Sinners, by speaking to them, and reasoning the Case soberly with them, conveying our Reproofs as wholesome Physic in the Vehicle of soft words and friendly admonitions. j vbz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n2, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, cc vvg dt n1 av-j p-acp pno32, vvg po12 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
69 An Instance of this we have in the first Chapter of this Book of Proverbs, where Wisdom is represented as uttering her words, saying, How long ye simple ones will ye love Simplicity, &c. Turn you at my reproof: an Instance of this we have in the First Chapter of this Book of Proverbs, where Wisdom is represented as uttering her words, saying, How long you simple ones will you love Simplicity, etc. Turn you At my reproof: dt n1 pp-f d pns12 vhb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg po31 n2, vvg, c-crq av-j pn22 j pi2 vmb pn22 vvi n1, av vvb pn22 p-acp po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
70 behold I will pour out my Spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you. v. 21, 22, 23. Real Reproof is a rougher way of handling them, and is the last Remedy that is left, which therefore is not to be used till other Methods are found fruitless and ineffectual upon them. behold I will pour out my Spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you. v. 21, 22, 23. Real Reproof is a rougher Way of handling them, and is the last Remedy that is left, which Therefore is not to be used till other Methods Are found fruitless and ineffectual upon them. vvb pns11 vmb vvi av po11 n1 p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi vvn po11 n2 p-acp pn22. n1 crd, crd, crd j n1 vbz dt jc n1 pp-f vvg pno32, cc vbz dt ord n1 cst vbz vvn, r-crq av vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2 vbr vvn j cc j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
71 This is perform'd by corporal Punishments and penal Mulcts: This is performed by corporal Punishments and penal Mulcts: d vbz vvn p-acp j n2 cc j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
72 And to this those words may refer which you have in the 19th Chapter of this Book; And to this those words may refer which you have in the 19th Chapter of this Book; cc p-acp d d n2 vmb vvi r-crq pn22 vhb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
73 Judgments are prepared for Scorners, and Stripes for the back of Fools, ver. 29. And there we are directed to smite a Scorner, and the Simple will beware, v. 25. that is, to punish a Derider of Religion severely, which tho it do Him no good, may reclaim Others, Judgments Are prepared for Scorner's, and Stripes for the back of Fools, ver. 29. And there we Are directed to smite a Scorner, and the Simple will beware, v. 25. that is, to Punish a Derider of Religion severely, which though it do Him no good, may reclaim Others, n2 vbr vvn p-acp ng1, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, fw-la. crd cc a-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb dt n1, cc dt j vmb vvi, n1 crd d vbz, pc-acp vvi dt np1 pp-f n1 av-j, r-crq cs pn31 vdb pno31 dx j, vmb vvi n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
74 or at least make them more cautious and wary. or At least make them more cautious and wary. cc p-acp ds vvi pno32 av-dc j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 10
75 Now to which sort of Reproofs the Words of my Text do refer, will be very easily determin'd, by any one that duly considers what goes before and follows after. Now to which sort of Reproofs the Words of my Text do refer, will be very Easily determined, by any one that duly considers what Goes before and follows After. av p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n2 dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vdb vvi, vmb vbi av av-j vvd, p-acp d pi cst av-jn vvz r-crq vvz a-acp cc vvz a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
76 For I must by the way observe, that altho in the Chapters which succeed, there is seldom any Coherence either of the Sense or Sentences, For I must by the Way observe, that although in the Chapters which succeed, there is seldom any Coherence either of the Sense or Sentences, p-acp pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb, cst cs p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb, pc-acp vbz av d n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
77 but they lie as so many precious Pearls loose and unstrung; but they lie as so many precious Pearls lose and unstrung; cc-acp pns32 vvb c-acp av d j n2 j cc vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
78 yet here, and in what hath been hitherto delivered of this Book, there is a very plain Connexion, yet Here, and in what hath been hitherto Delivered of this Book, there is a very plain Connexion, av av, cc p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av vvn pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbz dt av j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
79 and the Sense like the precious Ore in a rich Mine, runs along in one continued Vein, and the Sense like the precious Over in a rich Mine, runs along in one continued Vein, cc dt n1 av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt j png11, vvz a-acp p-acp crd j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
80 as an ingenious Author makes the Comparison. as an ingenious Author makes the Comparison. c-acp dt j n1 vvz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
81 To any one therefore who considers the Respect the words of the Text have to what precedes and follows, it may appear beyond all doubt that the Reproofs which are here forbidden must be confin'd to those which are managed in a way of Counsel and Advice, Admonition and Entreaty, To any one Therefore who considers the Respect the words of the Text have to what precedes and follows, it may appear beyond all doubt that the Reproofs which Are Here forbidden must be confined to those which Are managed in a Way of Counsel and advice, Admonition and Entreaty, p-acp d crd av r-crq vvz dt n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb p-acp q-crq vvz cc vvz, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cst dt n2 r-crq vbr av vvn vmb vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
82 and all those other Methods of Argument and Persuasion, whereby Ordinarily the Ministers of the Word or private Persons would endeavour to reclaim Wicked men from their sins: and all those other Methods of Argument and Persuasion, whereby Ordinarily the Ministers of the Word or private Persons would endeavour to reclaim Wicked men from their Sins: cc d d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq av-jn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc j n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
83 And that here is nothing in the Text or Context that hath the least shadow of a reference to that sort of Reproof which consists in the punishing Offenders by the Sword of the Civil Magistrate. And that Here is nothing in the Text or Context that hath the least shadow of a Referente to that sort of Reproof which consists in the punishing Offenders by the Sword of the Civil Magistrate. cc cst av vbz pix p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vhz dt av-ds n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
84 For in the beginning of this Chap. Wisdom is represented as a glorious Princess dwelling in her Stately Palace, For in the beginning of this Chap. Wisdom is represented as a glorious Princess Dwelling in her Stately Palace, p-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d np1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
85 and sending forth her Agents to invite poor simple Souls to her House to hear the Instructions of her Mouth, which will yield as much Pleasure and Satisfaction to the minds of her Scholars, and sending forth her Agents to invite poor simple Souls to her House to hear the Instructions of her Mouth, which will yield as much Pleasure and Satisfaction to the minds of her Scholars, cc vvg av po31 n2 pc-acp vvi j j n2 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
86 as the most noble Banquet or delicious Feast to their bodily Appetite. as the most noble Banquet or delicious Feast to their bodily Appetite. c-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc j n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 11
87 And further, the Text stands in a manifest Opposition to ver. 19th, where it is said, Give Instruction to a wise Man and he will be yet wiser, teach a just Man and he will increase in Learning. And further, the Text Stands in a manifest Opposition to for. 19th, where it is said, Give Instruction to a wise Man and he will be yet Wiser, teach a just Man and he will increase in Learning. cc av-jc, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp p-acp. ord, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc pns31 vmb vbi av jc, vvb dt j n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 12
88 So that upon the whole Context it appears that the words refer only to the Verbal reproving of Scorners. III. So that upon the Whole Context it appears that the words refer only to the Verbal reproving of Scorner's. III. av cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vvz cst dt n2 vvb av-j p-acp dt j vvg pp-f ng1. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 12
89 And lastly, How are we to understand the Prohibition when it is said, Reprove not a Scorner lest he hate thee? This may be taken, either Absolutely or Comparatively. And lastly, How Are we to understand the Prohibition when it is said, Reprove not a Scorner lest he hate thee? This may be taken, either Absolutely or Comparatively. cc ord, q-crq vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vvb xx dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pno21? d vmb vbi vvn, d av-j cc av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 12
90 Absolutely, And so we are to let him alone; Absolutely, And so we Are to let him alone; av-j, cc av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 12
91 and as to what respects this way of dealing with him, to leave him wholly to himself. and as to what respects this Way of dealing with him, to leave him wholly to himself. cc c-acp p-acp r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 av-jn pc-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 12
92 1. It supposes some former Trials, either by our selves or others, and that there is the fullest Proof of his Obstinacy and Incorrigibleness. 1. It supposes Some former Trials, either by our selves or Others, and that there is the Fullest Proof of his Obstinacy and Incorrigibleness. crd pn31 vvz d j n2, av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, cc cst pc-acp vbz dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
93 Which being so, we are not to spend any further Time and Pains to no purpose upon him, Which being so, we Are not to spend any further Time and Pains to no purpose upon him, r-crq vbg av, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d jc n1 cc n2 p-acp dx n1 p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
94 but pass him by as a desperate Wretch, with whom other kind of Methods must be taken. but pass him by as a desperate Wretch, with whom other kind of Methods must be taken. cc-acp vvb pno31 p-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 12
95 2. It may be taken in a Comparative Sense, which is frequently to be observed in the Hebrew, where the Negative Adverb is commonly put for the Particle of Comparison, as Chap. 8.10. Receive my Instruction and not Silver, i. e. rather than Silver. 2. It may be taken in a Comparative Sense, which is frequently to be observed in the Hebrew, where the Negative Adverb is commonly put for the Particle of Comparison, as Chap. 8.10. Receive my Instruction and not Silver, i. e. rather than Silver. crd pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt njp, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 crd. vvb po11 n1 cc xx n1, sy. sy. av-c cs n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
96 It immediatly follows, and Knowledg rather than Choice Gold. So Joel 2.5, 13. Rend your Hearts and not your Garments, i. e. It immediately follows, and Knowledge rather than Choice Gold. So Joel 2.5, 13. Rend your Hearts and not your Garments, i. e. pn31 av-j vvz, cc n1 av-c cs n1 n1. av np1 crd, crd vvb po22 n2 cc xx po22 n2, sy. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
97 rather rend your Hearts than your Garments. rather rend your Hearts than your Garments. av-c vvb po22 n2 cs po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
98 And so may we not accommodate this Hebraism to the words of the Text? Reprove not a Scorner lest he hate thee, And so may we not accommodate this Hebraism to the words of the Text? Reprove not a Scorner lest he hate thee, cc av vmb pns12 xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? vvb xx dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
99 but (as is immediately subjoin'd) rebuke a Wise Man and he will love thee; but (as is immediately subjoined) rebuke a Wise Man and he will love thee; cc-acp (c-acp vbz av-j vvn) vvb dt j n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
100 that is, Reprove not a Scorner, but rather bestow your Reproofs upon those who will receive Good by them, that is, Reprove not a Scorner, but rather bestow your Reproofs upon those who will receive Good by them, cst vbz, vvb xx dt n1, cc-acp av-c vvb po22 n2 p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi j p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
101 and heartily thank you for them. and heartily thank you for them. cc av-j vvb pn22 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
102 We should much sooner turn to a wise Man, one that will hear Reason, and think upon what we say, We should much sooner turn to a wise Man, one that will hear Reason, and think upon what we say, pns12 vmd av-d av-c vvi p-acp dt j n1, pi cst vmb vvi n1, cc vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
103 than one where all our Counsels will be rejected. than one where all our Counsels will be rejected. cs crd n1 d po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
104 Not but that such Emergences and Circumstances may happen wherein it may be our Duty to reprove the worst of Scorners to testify our Abhorrence of the Sin, Not but that such Emergences and circumstances may happen wherein it may be our Duty to reprove the worst of Scorner's to testify our Abhorrence of the since, xx p-acp d d n2 cc n2 vmb vvi c-crq pn31 vmb vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f ng1 pc-acp vvi po12 np1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
105 even when we cannot not better the Man. But usually and for the most part we should apply our selves to those who will hear us, where there is the greatest likely hood of doing Good, with the least Damage at the same time to our selves. even when we cannot not better the Man. But usually and for the most part we should apply our selves to those who will hear us, where there is the greatest likely hood of doing Good, with the least Damage At the same time to our selves. av c-crq pns12 vmbx xx j dt n1 p-acp av-j cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pno12, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt js j n1 pp-f vdg j, p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 14
106 And so the words teach us to make a wise and discreet Choice of the Persons we would admonish, And so the words teach us to make a wise and discreet Choice of the Persons we would admonish, cc av dt n2 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 pns12 vmd vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 14
107 and not heedlesly to expose our selves to the Contempt and Obloquy of scornful men: and not heedlessly to expose our selves to the Contempt and Obloquy of scornful men: cc xx av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 14
108 But when all Circumstances considered there is the greatest Reason to believe that we shall neither do Good to the Person we reprove, But when all circumstances considered there is the greatest Reason to believe that we shall neither do Good to the Person we reprove, cc-acp c-crq d n2 vvn a-acp vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmb av-dx vdb j p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 14
109 nor to Others, nor bring any Glory to God, but only draw down an Inconvenience upon our selves, in such a Case we are to forbear our Reproofs. nor to Others, nor bring any Glory to God, but only draw down an Inconvenience upon our selves, in such a Case we Are to forbear our Reproofs. ccx pc-acp n2-jn, ccx vvi d n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 14
110 And thus it most commonly happens with reference to the openly Profane and Wicked. And thus it most commonly happens with Referente to the openly Profane and Wicked. cc av pn31 av-ds av-j vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt av-j j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
111 Such generally do but make a mock of Sin, and deride every thing that carries the face of Seriousness with it. Such generally doe but make a mock of since, and deride every thing that carries the face of Seriousness with it. d av-j n1 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi d n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
112 To tell such of their Sins, does but exasperate them the more; To tell such of their Sins, does but exasperate them the more; p-acp vvi d pp-f po32 n2, vdz p-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
113 to check them in their Career, is to make them fly out with the greater Violence; to check them in their Career, is to make them fly out with the greater Violence; pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi av p-acp dt jc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
114 and to offer to controul them, is to inflame their Wrath, and increase their Hatred against us. and to offer to control them, is to inflame their Wrath, and increase their Hatred against us. cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, vbz pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 15
115 Here then it is fitting we should desist and hold our Hands, because when we can do no Good we ought not to administer an Occasion of further Evil; Here then it is fitting we should desist and hold our Hands, Because when we can do no Good we ought not to administer an Occasion of further Evil; av av pn31 vbz vvg pns12 vmd vvi cc vvb po12 n2, c-acp c-crq pns12 vmb vdi dx j pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f jc n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 15
116 and since we cannot suppress Mens Wickedness, we should not do any thing that might provoke it: and since we cannot suppress Men's Wickedness, we should not do any thing that might provoke it: cc c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi ng2 n1, pns12 vmd xx vdi d n1 cst vmd vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 15
117 Herein acting consonantly to those words of our Blessed. Herein acting consonantly to those words of our Blessed. av vvg av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 15
118 Lord, who thought fit to advise us not to give that which is Holy unto Dogs, Lord, who Thought fit to Advice us not to give that which is Holy unto Dogs, n1, r-crq vvd j pc-acp vvi pno12 xx pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 15
119 nor to cast our Pearls before Swine, lest they trample them under their Feet, and turn again and rend us, Matth. 7.6. nor to cast our Pearls before Swine, lest they trample them under their Feet, and turn again and rend us, Matthew 7.6. ccx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb av cc vvb pno12, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 15
120 But yet, as I have already observ'd, this is not so absolute a Rule, but may upon some extraordinary Emergency admit of an Exception: But yet, as I have already observed, this is not so absolute a Rule, but may upon Some extraordinary Emergency admit of an Exception: p-acp av, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, d vbz xx av j dt n1, cc-acp vmb p-acp d j n1 vvi pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
121 And it may so fall out that we shall find our selves under an Obligation to speak up boldly for the Glory of God, And it may so fallen out that we shall find our selves under an Obligation to speak up boldly for the Glory of God, cc pn31 vmb av vvi av cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
122 tho we despair at the same time of any Good to the Sinner. Yea By-standers by considering our Place, Profession and Character, may expect something from us: though we despair At the same time of any Good to the Sinner. Yea Bystanders by considering our Place, Profession and Character, may expect something from us: cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt d n1 pp-f d j p-acp dt n1. uh n2 p-acp vvg po12 n1, n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pi p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
123 And to avoid being accus'd of Connivance or Cowardice, we may find our selves bound to take some notice of Scorners: And to avoid being accused of Connivance or Cowardice, we may find our selves bound to take Some notice of Scorner's: cc pc-acp vvi vbg vvn pp-f n1 cc n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f ng1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 16
124 tho to speak properly, I think this is not so much a reproving of them, as a clearing of our selves. though to speak properly, I think this is not so much a reproving of them, as a clearing of our selves. c-acp pc-acp vvi av-j, pns11 vvb d vbz xx av av-d dt vvg pp-f pno32, c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 16
125 When this is to be done, and How, and what are those Circumstances that must determine us, When this is to be done, and How, and what Are those circumstances that must determine us, c-crq d vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, cc c-crq, cc q-crq vbr d n2 cst vmb vvi pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
126 as I have not time, so neither do I judg it fit for me to assign. as I have not time, so neither do I judge it fit for me to assign. c-acp pns11 vhb xx n1, av av-d vdb pns11 vvb pn31 j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
127 This must be left to a Man's own Conscience and Prudence; This must be left to a Man's own Conscience and Prudence; d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1|vbz d n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
128 and it being a very nice and critical Point, he hath the more Reason to look up to God for his Assistance and Direction: and it being a very Nicaenae and critical Point, he hath the more Reason to look up to God for his Assistance and Direction: cc pn31 vbg dt av j cc j n1, pns31 vhz dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
129 But setting aside some rare and special Emergences, the Instruction the words afford us is to be the Rule of our Conduct towards Scor ners and Wicked Men. But setting aside Some rare and special Emergences, the Instruction the words afford us is to be the Rule of our Conduct towards Scor ners and Wicked Men. cc-acp vvg av d j cc j n2, dt n1 dt n2 vvb pno12 vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 vvb p-acp n1 zz cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
130 And this leads me to a Query which doth Naturally result from hence, which is the And this leads me to a Query which does Naturally result from hence, which is the cc d vvz pno11 p-acp dt np1 q-crq vdz av-j vvi p-acp av, r-crq vbz dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
131 Second thing propos'd, in answering of which I shall not only remove the Objection that hath been started, Second thing proposed, in answering of which I shall not only remove the Objection that hath been started, vvb n1 vvn, p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi dt n1 cst vhz vbn vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
132 but make it undeniably appear, that because we are forbidden to reprove a Scorner in the plain Sense of our words, but make it undeniably appear, that Because we Are forbidden to reprove a Scorner in the plain Sense of our words, cc-acp vvb pn31 av-j vvi, cst c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
133 for that very Reason we are indispensibly bound to reprove him in the Sense that our Adversaries oppose. for that very Reason we Are Indispensibly bound to reprove him in the Sense that our Adversaries oppose. c-acp cst j n1 pns12 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst po12 n2 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
134 The Query then is this, If we are expresly forbidden to reprove Scorners and wicked Men in a way of Counsel, Advice, Admonition, and the like; The Query then is this, If we Are expressly forbidden to reprove Scorner's and wicked Men in a Way of Counsel, advice, Admonition, and the like; dt np1 av vbz d, cs pns12 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi ng1 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 17
135 pray what must be done, or what other course must be taken with them? In answering of this Inquiry, I shall undertake to evince these two things. I. pray what must be done, or what other course must be taken with them? In answering of this Inquiry, I shall undertake to evince these two things. I. vvb r-crq vmb vbi vdn, cc r-crq j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32? p-acp vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d crd n2. pns11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 17
136 That they must not absolutely be let alone, that is, be left to pursue their hellish Courses with that full Swinge and Liberty, That they must not absolutely be let alone, that is, be left to pursue their hellish Courses with that full Swinge and Liberty, cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn av-j, cst vbz, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po32 j vvz p-acp d j vvb cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 17
137 as to be entirely without all manner of Controul. But, as to be entirely without all manner of Control. But, c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 17
138 II. That the supreme Governour of all things, in his great Wisdom and Mercy to the World, hath appointed other Methods of dealing with such irreprovable Sinners. I. II That the supreme Governor of all things, in his great Wisdom and Mercy to the World, hath appointed other Methods of dealing with such irreprovable Sinners. I. crd d dt j n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz vvn j-jn n2 pp-f vvg p-acp d j n2. pns11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 17
139 That they must not absolutely be let alone so to pursue their hellish Courses, as to be without all manner of Controul. That they must not absolutely be let alone so to pursue their hellish Courses, as to be without all manner of Control. cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn av-j av pc-acp vvi po32 j vvz, c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
140 The Reasons of this are so strong and obvious, and the Absurdities of the contrary supposition so gross and palpable, that there are none who do not wilfully shut their Eyes, The Reasons of this Are so strong and obvious, and the Absurdities of the contrary supposition so gross and palpable, that there Are none who do not wilfully shut their Eyes, dt n2 pp-f d vbr av j cc j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 av j cc j, cst a-acp vbr pix q-crq vdb xx av-j vvd po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
141 but must readily assen to the truth of it. but must readily assen to the truth of it. cc-acp vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
142 And as for Scorners themselves, if we could as easily turn their Wills, as convince their Understandings of this, we should not only presently put to silence all their Objections, And as for Scorner's themselves, if we could as Easily turn their Wills, as convince their Understandings of this, we should not only presently put to silence all their Objections, cc c-acp p-acp ng1 px32, cs pns12 vmd a-acp av-j vvi po32 n2, c-acp vvi po32 n2 pp-f d, pns12 vmd xx av-j av-j vvd pc-acp vvi d po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
143 but save them from those Severities which otherwise they must shortly fall under, and it may be before they are aware. but save them from those Severities which otherwise they must shortly fallen under, and it may be before they Are aware. cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d n2 r-crq av pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp, cc pn31 vmb vbi c-acp pns32 vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 18
144 But to speak somewhat to this, there needs no more to prove it than to suppose the contrary: But to speak somewhat to this, there needs no more to prove it than to suppose the contrary: p-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp d, a-acp vvz dx dc pc-acp vvi pn31 av pc-acp vvi dt n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
145 Suppose that Scorners were to be wholly uncontroul'd, to live as they please, and do what they list. Suppose that Scorner's were to be wholly uncontrolled, to live as they please, and do what they list. vvb cst ng1 vbdr pc-acp vbi av-jn j, pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vvb, cc vdb r-crq pns32 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
146 The Consequences of this will appear to be such, as must render it absolutely necessary for the Honour of God, the Defence of Religion, the maintaining common Order, The Consequences of this will appear to be such, as must render it absolutely necessary for the Honour of God, the Defence of Religion, the maintaining Common Order, dt n2 pp-f d vmb vvi pc-acp vbi d, c-acp vmb vvi pn31 av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
147 and the Peace and Welfare of Humane Societies, that some Course be taken at least to restrain and curb them. and the Peace and Welfare of Humane Societies, that Some Course be taken At least to restrain and curb them. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, cst d n1 vbi vvn p-acp ds pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 18
148 For if no notice were to be taken of them; For if no notice were to be taken of them; c-acp cs dx n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
149 if men of prophane and atheistical Principles, of unbridled Lusts and Passions, haters of all that is Good, if men of profane and atheistical Principles, of unbridled Lustiest and Passion, haters of all that is Good, cs n2 pp-f j cc j n2, pp-f j-vvn n2 cc n2, n2 pp-f d cst vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 18
150 and open deriders of God and Godliness, were to be let alone to follow the depraved Byass of their wicked Hearts, to what a pass must the World be reduc'd in a little time? and open deriders of God and Godliness, were to be let alone to follow the depraved Bias of their wicked Hearts, to what a pass must the World be reduced in a little time? cc j n2 pp-f np1 cc n1, vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn av-j pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po32 j n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 19
151 The Vices of Men would not only grow up to an Excess of Boldness and Insolence, The Vices of Men would not only grow up to an Excess of Boldness and Insolence, dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd xx av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
152 but the Infection would spread like a raging Pestilence, or like a devouring Fire, which tho at first it break out but in one House, but the Infection would spread like a raging Pestilence, or like a devouring Fire, which though At First it break out but in one House, cc-acp dt n1 vmd vvi av-j dt j-vvg n1, cc av-j dt j-vvg n1, r-crq av p-acp ord pn31 vvi av cc-acp p-acp crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
153 and might have been easily quench'd, yet being let alone proceeds farther till it hath turn'd the whole City into a ruinous Heap. and might have been Easily quenched, yet being let alone proceeds farther till it hath turned the Whole city into a ruinous Heap. cc vmd vhi vbn av-j vvn, av vbg vvn av-j vvz jc p-acp pn31 vhz vvn dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 19
154 Sinners would hearten one another up and take Courage, others would be more easily induc'd to fall in with them. Sinners would hearten one Another up and take Courage, Others would be more Easily induced to fallen in with them. n2 vmd vvi pi j-jn a-acp cc vvi n1, n2-jn vmd vbi av-dc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
155 Their Zeal for Licentiousness (O that we were as zealous against it!) would make them indefatigable in using all imaginable Methods to strengthen their Party, Their Zeal for Licentiousness (Oh that we were as zealous against it!) would make them indefatigable in using all imaginable Methods to strengthen their Party, po32 n1 p-acp n1 (uh cst pns12 vbdr a-acp j p-acp pn31!) vmd vvi pno32 j p-acp vvg d j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
156 and increase the Number of their Proselytes. and increase the Number of their Proselytes. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
157 And if now, after all the Endeavours the Reforming Societies have us'd to discourage them, they swarm in such Numbers among us, And if now, After all the Endeavours the Reforming Societies have used to discourage them, they swarm in such Numbers among us, cc cs av, p-acp d dt n2 dt n-vvg n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
158 how would they then overspread the Face of the whole Earth, and like a general Deluge drown all Mankind first in Sin, and then in Perdition? how would they then overspread the Face of the Whole Earth, and like a general Deluge drown all Mankind First in since, and then in Perdition? q-crq vmd pns32 av vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc av-j dt j n1 vvi d n1 ord p-acp n1, cc av p-acp n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 19
159 If Men might be suffer'd not only to revile Religion, but openly to renounce Calling upon God, to prophane his Sabbaths, to Curse and Swear, to Blaspheme his Holy Name, to commit all the Outrages against Heaven they are capable of, If Men might be suffered not only to revile Religion, but openly to renounce Calling upon God, to profane his Sabbaths, to Curse and Swear, to Blaspheme his Holy Name, to commit all the Outrages against Heaven they Are capable of, cs np1 vmd vbi vvn xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvb, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 p-acp n1 pns32 vbr j pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
160 and to be guilty of all manner of Immoralities: and to be guilty of all manner of Immoralities: cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n1 pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
161 What would become of Religion, the Worship of God, and all that Honour we owe to him, What would become of Religion, the Worship of God, and all that Honour we owe to him, q-crq vmd vvi pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d cst n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
162 and should be so tender of? and should be so tender of? cc vmd vbi av j pp-f? (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 20
163 If Men might pursue their inordinate and beastly Lusts without Interruption, who would be safe either in the Street or in their Houses? And as we might suppose the Number of the Good at such a time to be very small; If Men might pursue their inordinate and beastly Lustiest without Interruption, who would be safe either in the Street or in their Houses? And as we might suppose the Number of the Good At such a time to be very small; cs np1 vmd vvi po32 j cc j n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vmd vbi j av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp po32 n2? cc c-acp pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vbi av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
164 so how would they be as so many Lots in the midst of Sodom, who had it not been for a wonderful Interposition of God, could not have kept himself from the violence of those filthy Wretches, tho in his own House. Gen. 19.11. In a word, If wicked Men were to pass on wholly uncontroul'd, there would be in a little time no Temperance, no Sobriety, no Chastity, no Truth, no Faith, no Justice, no common Honesty: so how would they be as so many Lots in the midst of Sodom, who had it not been for a wondered Interposition of God, could not have kept himself from the violence of those filthy Wretches, though in his own House. Gen. 19.11. In a word, If wicked Men were to pass on wholly uncontrolled, there would be in a little time no Temperance, no Sobriety, no Chastity, no Truth, no Faith, no justice, no Common Honesty: av q-crq vmd pns32 vbb a-acp av d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vmd xx vhi vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cs p-acp po31 d n1. np1 crd. p-acp dt n1, cs j n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi a-acp av-jn j, pc-acp vmd vbi p-acp dt j n1 dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, dx j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 20
165 But Beastliness and Sensuality, Leudness and Debauchery, Injustice and all kind of Immorality would take place of Religion, But Beastliness and Sensuality, lewdness and Debauchery, Injustice and all kind of Immorality would take place of Religion, p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc d n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 21
166 and banish all Virtue out of the World. The bands of all humane Society would be broken; and banish all Virtue out of the World. The bans of all humane Society would be broken; cc vvb d n1 av pp-f dt n1. dt n2 pp-f d j n1 vmd vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 21
167 and as Men would daily grow worse and worse, so they would not only bring ruin upon others, but sudden destruction upon themselves: and as Men would daily grow Worse and Worse, so they would not only bring ruin upon Others, but sudden destruction upon themselves: cc c-acp n2 vmd av-j vvi av-jc cc av-jc, av pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp j n1 p-acp px32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 21
168 not only as such extravagant Wickedness would hasten down the Judgments of God, as it did upon Sodom and Gomorrah; but as there would need no more utterly to destroy them than their own inordinate Lusts and outragious Passions. not only as such extravagant Wickedness would hasten down the Judgments of God, as it did upon Sodom and Gomorrah; but as there would need no more utterly to destroy them than their own inordinate Lustiest and outrageous Passion. xx av-j c-acp d j n1 vmd vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp np1 cc np1; p-acp a-acp a-acp vmd vvi av-dx av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 cs po32 d j n2 cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 21
169 And these being now the most certain, natural and necessary Consequences of mens unrestrained Vices and Corruptions (as none will deny) it does then most unquestionably follow, that they must not be thus let alone, And these being now the most certain, natural and necessary Consequences of men's unrestrained Vices and Corruptions (as none will deny) it does then most unquestionably follow, that they must not be thus let alone, cc d vbg av dt av-ds j, j cc j n2 pp-f ng2 j n2 cc n2 (c-acp pix vmb vvi) pn31 vdz av av-ds av-j vvi, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi av vvn av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 21
170 but that some course or other must be taken to repel and rebuke, to conquer or at least to curb and put a stop to their prevailing wickedness, without which Religion and the honour of God would soon fall to the ground, but that Some course or other must be taken to repel and rebuke, to conquer or At least to curb and put a stop to their prevailing wickedness, without which Religion and the honour of God would soon fallen to the ground, cc-acp cst d n1 cc j-jn vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi cc p-acp ds pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 21
171 and all the bands of common Order and Government be broken and torn to pieces. So that the World could not long subsist if Vice were wholly without a check, and all the bans of Common Order and Government be broken and torn to Pieces. So that the World could not long subsist if Vice were wholly without a check, cc d dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp n2. av cst dt n1 vmd xx av-j vvi cs n1 vbdr av-jn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 22
172 but would of necessity soon perish by its own wickedness. And therefore, but would of necessity soon perish by its own wickedness. And Therefore, cc-acp vmd pp-f n1 av vvi p-acp po31 d n1. cc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 22
173 II. The supreme Governour of all hings, in his great Wisdom and Mercy to the World, to prevent its speedy and hasty ruin, hath appointed other ways and methods of dealing with scornful and incorrigible Sinners, who will not be reclaimed by mild and gentle Reproofs. II The supreme Governor of all hings, in his great Wisdom and Mercy to the World, to prevent its speedy and hasty ruin, hath appointed other ways and methods of dealing with scornful and incorrigible Sinners, who will not be reclaimed by mild and gentle Reproofs. crd dt j n1 pp-f d zz, p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j cc j n1, vhz vvn j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg p-acp j cc j n2, r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 22
174 He hath appointed that which shall have more force upon them, than the strongest Reasons in the world. He hath appointed that which shall have more force upon them, than the Strongest Reasons in the world. pns31 vhz vvn d r-crq vmb vhi dc n1 p-acp pno32, cs dt js n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 22
175 They shall be constrain'd to do that which they cannot be persuaded to; they shall be forc'd and driven to it even against their wills. They shall be constrained to do that which they cannot be persuaded to; they shall be forced and driven to it even against their wills. pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vdi d r-crq pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp; pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 av p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 22
176 When fair Words and Intreaties, sober Admonitions, and friendly Advice will not prevail upon them, When fair Words and Entreaties, Sobrium Admonitions, and friendly advice will not prevail upon them, c-crq j n2 cc n2, j n2, cc j n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 22
177 but they persist to sin openly in the face of the Sun, to the scandal of Religion, the contempt of the Laws, and the dishonour of God; but they persist to sin openly in the face of the Sun, to the scandal of Religion, the contempt of the Laws, and the dishonour of God; cc-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 22
178 they are to find, that tho God may have seal'd up our Mouths, he hath not wholly ty'd up our Hands: they Are to find, that though God may have sealed up our Mouths, he hath not wholly tied up our Hands: pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst cs np1 vmb vhi vvd a-acp po12 n2, pns31 vhz xx av-jn vvn a-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 22
179 And we must make them do that by outward force and compulsion, which they will not do by entreaty and persuasion. And we must make them doe that by outward force and compulsion, which they will not do by entreaty and persuasion. cc pns12 vmb vvi pno32 n1 cst p-acp j n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vmb xx vdi p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 23
180 The stripes and corrections of the Rod, and other mulcts and punishments, must supply the defects of the Word: The stripes and corrections of the Rod, and other mulcts and punishments, must supply the defects of the Word: dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc j-jn n2 cc n2, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 23
181 And the Magistrate must compel them to that, which Ministers and other good People cannot by softer Methods obtain from them. And the Magistrate must compel them to that, which Ministers and other good People cannot by Softer Methods obtain from them. cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d, r-crq n2 cc j-jn j n1 vmbx p-acp jc n2 vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 23
182 Therefore for this end God hath invested the Civil Magistrate with power to restrain and punish such daring Offenders. Therefore for this end God hath invested the Civil Magistrate with power to restrain and Punish such daring Offenders. av p-acp d n1 np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j-vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 23
183 He is said to be the Minister of God, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil, Rom. 13.4. He is said to be the Minister of God, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that doth evil, Rom. 13.4. pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz n-jn, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 23
184 And in another place is said to be sent of God for a Punishment of evil doers, 1 Pet. 2.14. And in Another place is said to be sent of God for a Punishment of evil doers, 1 Pet. 2.14. cc p-acp j-jn n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vvn np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 23
185 He hath his Authority from hence (as tho he were sent down from thence to take cognizance of insolent Rebels) and it is God who smites, He hath his authority from hence (as though he were sent down from thence to take cognizance of insolent Rebels) and it is God who smites, pns31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp av (c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j n2) cc pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 23
186 tho by the hands of men. though by the hands of men. cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 23
187 And as it is the indispensible Duty of the Magistrate to employ his power for God, in punishing the bold Impieties of these men: And as it is the indispensible Duty of the Magistrate to employ his power for God, in punishing the bold Impieties of these men: cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 23
188 As he is not to bear the Sword in vain, but to use it in suppressing their Vices and reforming their Manners, As he is not to bear the Sword in vain, but to use it in suppressing their Vices and reforming their Manners, c-acp pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j, p-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvg po32 n2 cc vvg po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
189 as well as for other ends and purposes; as well as for other ends and Purposes; c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
190 so it is no less the Duty of every one in his private Station and Capacity to be assisting to the Magistrate in subserviency hereunto; so it is no less the Duty of every one in his private Station and Capacity to be assisting to the Magistrate in subserviency hereunto; av pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc dt n1 pp-f d crd p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
191 by discovering Offenders, and bringing them to Justice, by taking notice of those who break the Laws, by discovering Offenders, and bringing them to justice, by taking notice of those who break the Laws, p-acp vvg n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
192 and proceeding against them in order to legal Conviction, that so they may be justly punished; and proceeding against them in order to Legal Conviction, that so they may be justly punished; cc vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, cst av pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
193 such as Blasphemers, Sabbath-breakers, Drunkards, Whoremongers, and the like prophane and beastly Sinners; such as Blasphemers, Sabbath breakers, Drunkards, Whoremongers, and the like profane and beastly Sinners; d c-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, cc dt j j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
194 such as deride and scoff at Religion, who make a mock of Sin, and glory in their shame, who hate the Reproofs of the Mouth, such as deride and scoff At Religion, who make a mock of since, and glory in their shame, who hate the Reproofs of the Mouth, d c-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
195 and despise all manner of Instruction. These are the Scorners in my Text, and for these the Laws are made; and despise all manner of Instruction. These Are the Scorner's in my Text, and for these the Laws Are made; cc vvi d n1 pp-f n1. d vbr dt ng1 n1 po11 n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 24
196 these are the proper Objects of punishment; Stripes are prepared for the backs of such Fools as these. these Are the proper Objects of punishment; Stripes Are prepared for the backs of such Fools as these. d vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1; n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 24
197 The Sword is put into the hand of the Magistrate on purpose to be exercised upon these men, The Sword is put into the hand of the Magistrate on purpose to be exercised upon these men, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 24
198 because by no other means or methods is there any hope of bringing them to terms. Because by no other means or methods is there any hope of bringing them to terms. c-acp p-acp dx j-jn n2 cc n2 vbz a-acp d n1 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 24
199 And therefore tho we are forbidden to reprove such, yet we are not absolutely to let them alone, And Therefore though we Are forbidden to reprove such, yet we Are not absolutely to let them alone, cc av cs pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d, av pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
200 or to suffer them to go uncontroul'd in their wickedness; or to suffer them to go uncontrolled in their wickedness; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi j p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
201 but to apply ourselves to those other Methods of dealing with them, which God hath appointed, that so hereby they may be brought to some amendment: but to apply ourselves to those other Methods of dealing with them, which God hath appointed, that so hereby they may be brought to Some amendment: cc-acp pc-acp vvi px12 p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f vvg p-acp pno32, r-crq np1 vhz vvn, cst av av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
202 and if they cannot be reform'd in their Principles, they may in their Manners; and if they cannot be reformed in their Principles, they may in their Manners; cc cs pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmb p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
203 and altho there were no hope of bettering them, there might be somewhat done to prevent their hurting of others: and although there were no hope of bettering them, there might be somewhat done to prevent their hurting of Others: cc cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pp-f vvg pno32, pc-acp vmd vbi av vdn pc-acp vvi po32 vvg pp-f n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
204 as rude and savage Beasts, which (tho you cannot change their Nature) may be chained up from doing further Mischief. as rude and savage Beasts, which (though you cannot change their Nature) may be chained up from doing further Mischief. c-acp j cc j-jn n2, r-crq (cs pn22 vmbx vvi po32 n1) vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp vdg av-jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
205 And our assisting the Magistrate to this end, is what we are all of us in our several Stations and Capacities obliged to both as Men and as Christians. And our assisting the Magistrate to this end, is what we Are all of us in our several Stations and Capacities obliged to both as Men and as Christians. cc po12 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1, vbz q-crq pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp d c-acp n2 cc p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 25
206 To this we are indispensibly bound, as we tender the Honour and Glory of God, the good of the Society of which we are parts, the Welfare of our Families, the Authority of the Magistrate; To this we Are Indispensibly bound, as we tender the Honour and Glory of God, the good of the Society of which we Are parts, the Welfare of our Families, the authority of the Magistrate; p-acp d pns12 vbr av-j vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 25
207 as we would not partake of other Mens sins, nor be guilty of their Blood; as we would not partake of other Men's Sins, nor be guilty of their Blood; c-acp pns12 vmd xx vvi pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, ccx vbb j pp-f po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 25
208 and as we would put a stop to the spreading of Iniquity, and avert the heavy judgments of God, and as we would put a stop to the spreading of Iniquity, and avert the heavy Judgments of God, cc c-acp pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 26
209 or procure those farther desirable Blessings we may need. And this being so, then in the or procure those farther desirable Blessings we may need. And this being so, then in the cc vvi d jc j n2 pns12 vmb vvi. cc d vbg av, av p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 26
210 Third and last place, how fair an opportunity doth this give me, and what Scope does it afford to expose the weakness and impertinency of the Objection, which your Adversaries might pretend to raise from these words to discourage your noble Undertakings? How evident doth it now appear, that your Opposers are so far from gaining an advantage against you from hence, that on the contrary whoever should offer to urge these words, would not only be presently put to shame and silence, Third and last place, how fair an opportunity does this give me, and what Scope does it afford to expose the weakness and impertinency of the Objection, which your Adversaries might pretend to raise from these words to discourage your noble Undertakings? How evident does it now appear, that your Opposers Are so Far from gaining an advantage against you from hence, that on the contrary whoever should offer to urge these words, would not only be presently put to shame and silence, ord cc ord n1, c-crq j dt n1 vdz d vvi pno11, cc r-crq n1 vdz pn31 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq po22 n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi po22 j n2-vvg? q-crq j vdz pn31 av vvi, cst po22 n2 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp av, cst p-acp dt n-jn r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n2, vmd xx av-j vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 26
211 but have the weapon whereby he thought to stab your Cause sheath'd in his own Bowels? I mean, his own Argument would be turned into one of the strongest Arguments against him. but have the weapon whereby he Thought to stab your Cause sheathed in his own Bowels? I mean, his own Argument would be turned into one of the Strongest Arguments against him. cc-acp vhb dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po22 n1 vvn p-acp po31 d n2? pns11 vvb, po31 d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp crd pp-f dt js n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 26
212 How little pretence have any to argue from these words against your assisting the Civil Magistrate in punishing of leud and notorious Sinners? It is true, we are not to use verbal Reproofs to a Scorner, we are not ordinarily to spend our Breath upon so vile and impious a wretch, we are not to admonish and counsel him; How little pretence have any to argue from these words against your assisting the Civil Magistrate in punishing of lewd and notorious Sinners? It is true, we Are not to use verbal Reproofs to a Scorner, we Are not ordinarily to spend our Breath upon so vile and impious a wretch, we Are not to admonish and counsel him; c-crq j n1 vhb d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp po22 vvg dt j n1 p-acp vvg pp-f j cc j n2? pn31 vbz j, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp av j cc j dt n1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 27
213 but are to forbear using any further Arguments and Persuasions with him. but Are to forbear using any further Arguments and Persuasions with him. cc-acp vbr pc-acp vvi vvg d jc n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 27
214 And what then? must the Magistrate therefore not have any concern with him? or we not yield our assistance to the Magistrate? whence do they infer this? where is the Nexus? And what then? must the Magistrate Therefore not have any concern with him? or we not yield our assistance to the Magistrate? whence do they infer this? where is the Nexus? cc q-crq av? vmb dt n1 av xx vhb d vvi p-acp pno31? cc pns12 xx vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi d? q-crq vbz dt np1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 27
215 But how convincing and clear is the reasoning on the other side? Because we are not to minister verbal Reproof to the Scorner, But how convincing and clear is the reasoning on the other side? Because we Are not to minister verbal Reproof to the Scorner, cc-acp c-crq vvg cc j vbz dt n-vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1? c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
216 and yet his wickednesses are such as upon no account to be tolerated; and yet his Wickednesses Are such as upon no account to be tolerated; cc av po31 n2 vbr d c-acp p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
217 therefore and for that very reason we are to join with the Civil Magistrate in doing our utmost to suppress their Abominations: Therefore and for that very reason we Are to join with the Civil Magistrate in doing our utmost to suppress their Abominations: av cc p-acp d j n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vdg po12 j p-acp vvi po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
218 for which very end the Sword is delivered from God into his hands, that so they who will not be brought into order by methods of Reason, may be compel'd and forc'd into it by mulcts and bodily punishments. for which very end the Sword is Delivered from God into his hands, that so they who will not be brought into order by methods of Reason, may be compelled and forced into it by mulcts and bodily punishments. p-acp r-crq j n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, cst av pns32 r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n2 cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
219 The reasoning here is close and pertinent, so clear and natural, and so strictly cemented and united, that all the malice of wicked men, The reasoning Here is close and pertinent, so clear and natural, and so strictly cemented and united, that all the malice of wicked men, dt n-vvg av vbz j cc j, av j cc j, cc av av-j vvn cc vvn, cst d dt n1 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
220 and the subtilty of all the Devils in Hell will never be able to break the force of it. and the subtlety of all the Devils in Hell will never be able to break the force of it. cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp n1 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
221 But yet after all we have said, I am apprehensive our Adversaries may resume the Objection, and proceed to reply: But yet After all we have said, I am apprehensive our Adversaries may resume the Objection, and proceed to reply: cc-acp av p-acp d pns12 vhb vvn, pns11 vbm j po12 n2 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 28
222 We will acknowledg it is probable, they may say, that the Text may be wholly confin'd to the verbal reproving of Scorners, We will acknowledge it is probable, they may say, that the Text may be wholly confined to the verbal reproving of Scorner's, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbz j, pns32 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn p-acp dt j vvg pp-f ng1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 28
223 and so far it must be granted that our Objection is not pertinent or valid. and so Far it must be granted that our Objection is not pertinent or valid. cc av av-j pn31 vmb vbi vvn d po12 n1 vbz xx j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 28
224 But notwithstanding, the reason on which the Prohibition in the Text is founded, is applicable to your case, But notwithstanding, the reason on which the Prohibition in the Text is founded, is applicable to your case, p-acp a-acp, dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, vbz j p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 28
225 and if it holds true and hath force in the one, why may it not in the other? and if it holds true and hath force in the one, why may it not in the other? cc cs pn31 vvz j cc vhz n1 p-acp dt pi, q-crq vmb pn31 xx p-acp dt j-jn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 28
226 Now is it not plain that in the method you take of reproving Scorners and wicked men by the power of the Civil Magistrate, you incur their hatred and malice? In your way of dealing with Sinners don't you make good the words, in getting to your selves Shame and a Blot? doth not your own daily Experience confirm and verify it? do not the many Sermons that have been preach'd and printed acknowledg it? a good part of which is taken up in solacing you against the Calumnies and Reproaches of Scorners. Now is it not plain that in the method you take of reproving Scorner's and wicked men by the power of the Civil Magistrate, you incur their hatred and malice? In your Way of dealing with Sinners don't you make good the words, in getting to your selves Shame and a Blot? does not your own daily Experience confirm and verify it? do not the many Sermons that have been preached and printed acknowledge it? a good part of which is taken up in solacing you against the Calumnies and Reproaches of Scorner's. av vbz pn31 xx j cst p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb pp-f vvg ng1 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pn22 vvi po32 n1 cc n1? p-acp po22 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n2 vdbx pn22 vvb j dt n2, p-acp vvg p-acp po22 n2 vvb cc dt n1? vdz xx po22 d j n1 vvi cc vvi pn31? vdb xx dt d n2 cst vhb vbn vvn cc vvn vvi pn31? dt j n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp vvg pn22 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f ng1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 28
227 And if here, in the sense given of the Text, you are not to reprove a Scorner lest he hate you, And if Here, in the sense given of the Text, you Are not to reprove a Scorner lest he hate you, cc cs av, p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f dt n1, pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 29
228 and not to rebuke him lest you get to your selves Shame and a Blot, and not to rebuke him lest you get to your selves Shame and a Blot, cc xx pc-acp vvi pno31 cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 n1 cc dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 29
229 why should you not then for the same reason be forbidden to reprove him by the Civil Magistrate? why should you not then for the same reason be forbidden to reprove him by the Civil Magistrate? q-crq vmd pn22 xx av p-acp dt d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 29
230 I shall give as short an Answer to this as I can, tho many things might be said unto it. I shall give as short an Answer to this as I can, though many things might be said unto it. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j dt n1 p-acp d c-acp pns11 vmb, cs d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 29
231 It is falsly suggested that we are forbidden to reprove a Scorner merely or solely upon the account of shame and hatred. It is falsely suggested that we Are forbidden to reprove a Scorner merely or solely upon the account of shame and hatred. pn31 vbz av-j vvn cst pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 29
232 For I have shewn you, that when by verbal reproving a Scorner there is nothing else to be got but shame and reproach, no good end or purpose can be serv'd that might ballance the present evil we sustain by administring our Reproofs: For I have shown you, that when by verbal reproving a Scorner there is nothing Else to be god but shame and reproach, no good end or purpose can be served that might balance the present evil we sustain by administering our Reproofs: p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst c-crq p-acp j vvg dt n1 a-acp vbz pix av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, dx j n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn cst vmd vvi dt j n-jn pns12 vvi p-acp j-vvg po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 29
233 that is, there is no good to be done to the Person we reprove, nor to others, that is, there is no good to be done to the Person we reprove, nor to Others, d vbz, pc-acp vbz dx j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb, ccx pc-acp n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 29
234 neither any Glory to be brought to God; neither any Glory to be brought to God; dx d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 29
235 there is nothing redounds from our pains but a reproach to our selves, and a further exasperating of the wicked wretch: there is nothing redounds from our pains but a reproach to our selves, and a further exasperating of the wicked wretch: pc-acp vbz pix vvz p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt av-jc vvg pp-f dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 29
236 In such a case, we are to desist and forbear our reproofs. But if any of those great and noble Ends I have mentioned might be obtained; In such a case, we Are to desist and forbear our reproofs. But if any of those great and noble Ends I have mentioned might be obtained; p-acp d dt n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2. p-acp cs d pp-f d j cc j n2 pns11 vhb vvn vmd vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 29
237 if by exposing our selves to shame we might bring glory to God, or do any good, these are such valuable ends, that we should not only be willing to sacrifice our Reputation, if by exposing our selves to shame we might bring glory to God, or do any good, these Are such valuable ends, that we should not only be willing to sacrifice our Reputation, cs p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vdb d j, d vbr d j n2, cst pns12 vmd xx av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 30
238 but all we had for the sake of them. but all we had for the sake of them. cc-acp d pns12 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 30
239 And this now is the case with reference to our assisting of the Civil Magistrate, which makes it vastly different from that in my Text. For by bringing Offenders to punishment, And this now is the case with Referente to our assisting of the Civil Magistrate, which makes it vastly different from that in my Text. For by bringing Offenders to punishment, cc d av vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz pn31 av-j j p-acp cst p-acp po11 np1 p-acp p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 30
240 tho we incur the reproaches and malice of wicked men, yet we do thereby answer such good ends and purposes as do infinitely outweigh the particular loss or evil we may sustain in the faithful discharge of our Duty. For to instance hereby, 1st. though we incur the Reproaches and malice of wicked men, yet we do thereby answer such good ends and Purposes as doe infinitely outweigh the particular loss or evil we may sustain in the faithful discharge of our Duty. For to instance hereby, 1st. cs pns12 vvi dt n2 cc n1 pp-f j n2, av pns12 vdb av vvi d j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 av-j vvi dt j n1 cc j-jn pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. p-acp p-acp n1 av, ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 30
241 Sometime a great deal of good is done to the person we reprove, he is reclaimed and reformed, or prevented from growing worse. 2dly. A great deal of good is done to others, they are warned and admonished thereby. 3dly. A great deal of evil is prevented that might result from mens uncontrouled Impieties. And, Sometime a great deal of good is done to the person we reprove, he is reclaimed and reformed, or prevented from growing Worse. 2dly. A great deal of good is done to Others, they Are warned and admonished thereby. 3dly. A great deal of evil is prevented that might result from men's uncontrolled Impieties. And, av dt j n1 pp-f j vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb, pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp vvg av-jc. av. dt j n1 pp-f j vbz vdn p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn av. av. dt j n1 pp-f n-jn vbz vvn cst vmd vvi p-acp ng2 j n2. np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 30
242 Lastly, a great deal of glory is brought to God, as Religion is defended, God's Honour is maintained, his Name is reverenced, the Authority of the Magistrate is upheld, Lastly, a great deal of glory is brought to God, as Religion is defended, God's Honour is maintained, his Name is reverenced, the authority of the Magistrate is upheld, ord, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, c-acp n1 vbz vvn, npg1 n1 vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 31
243 and Order and Government is kept up in the world: and Order and Government is kept up in the world: cc n1 cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 31
244 Each one of which ends, if but one might be attained, is so valuable, and all put together so unspeakably advantageous, Each one of which ends, if but one might be attained, is so valuable, and all put together so unspeakably advantageous, d crd pp-f r-crq n2, cs cc-acp pi vmd vbi vvn, vbz av j, cc d vvd av av av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 31
245 and such a general good, that no man ought, nay no good man (that duly considers it) can be unwilling to sacrifice his Name and Reputation, and such a general good, that no man ought, nay no good man (that duly considers it) can be unwilling to sacrifice his Name and Reputation, cc d dt j j, cst dx n1 vmd, uh-x dx j n1 (cst av-jn vvz pn31) vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 31
246 nay to venture his Life for the attaining of them. nay to venture his Life for the attaining of them. uh-x p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 31
247 And if in our Endeavours hereunto we get to our selves shame and a reproach, we might use the Scripture expression, And if in our Endeavours hereunto we get to our selves shame and a reproach, we might use the Scripture expression, cc cs p-acp po12 n2 av pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 n1 cc dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
248 and say, if this is to be vile, we will yet be more vile, 2 Sam. 6.12. Let them call me Informer, Busy-body, and a thousand worse names, I'll matter them not. and say, if this is to be vile, we will yet be more vile, 2 Sam. 6.12. Let them call me Informer, Busybody, and a thousand Worse names, I'll matter them not. cc vvi, cs d vbz pc-acp vbi j, pns12 vmb av vbi av-dc j, crd np1 crd. vvb pno32 vvi pno11 n1, n1, cc dt crd jc n2, pns11|vmb n1 pno32 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
249 Let them heap up all the Dirt they can upon me, I will still pursue these great ends. Let them heap up all the Dirt they can upon me, I will still pursue these great ends. vvb pno32 vvi a-acp d dt n1 pns32 vmb p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb av vvi d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
250 Much more might be said towards the silencing of this part of the Objection; but this I judg to be sufficient. Much more might be said towards the silencing of this part of the Objection; but this I judge to be sufficient. av-d dc vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1; cc-acp d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 31
251 Having thus consider'd and opened the Text, clear'd the Sense, and removed the Difficulties which might seem to attend it, Having thus considered and opened the Text, cleared the Sense, and removed the Difficulties which might seem to attend it, vhg av vvn cc vvn dt n1, vvd dt n1, cc vvd dt n2 r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 31
252 and brought them to serve you Purposes instead of making against them, I now proceed to the Applicatory part of my Discourse. And, I. and brought them to serve you Purposes instead of making against them, I now proceed to the Applicatory part of my Discourse. And, I. cc vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvz av pp-f vvg p-acp pno32, pns11 av vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1. np1, pns11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 32
253 By way of Instruction in the following Reflections: as here we may take notice, By Way of Instruction in the following Reflections: as Here we may take notice, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt vvg n2: c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 32
254 1. Of the precipitancy and imprudent rashness of some well meaning People, who will plentifully bestow their Exhortations and good Counsels where they might reasonably expect not only to be rudely treated themselves, 1. Of the precipitancy and imprudent rashness of Some well meaning People, who will plentifully bestow their Exhortations and good Counsels where they might reasonably expect not only to be rudely treated themselves, crd pp-f dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f d av vvg n1, r-crq vmb av-j vvi po32 n2 cc j n2 c-crq pns32 vmd av-j vvi xx av-j pc-acp vbi av-j vvn px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 32
255 but that Religion also should suffer upon their account. but that Religion also should suffer upon their account. cc-acp cst n1 av vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 32
256 They fall to the reproving of Sin wherever they meet it, without any consideration had of the Person that commits it; They fallen to the reproving of since wherever they meet it, without any consideration had of the Person that commits it; pns32 vvb p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pn31, p-acp d n1 vhd pp-f dt n1 cst vvz pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 32
257 and so for want of observing the rule of my Text, have done disservice to Religion, and so for want of observing the Rule of my Text, have done disservice to Religion, cc av p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vhb vdn n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 32
258 and gain'd no credit to themselves. and gained no credit to themselves. cc vvd dx n1 p-acp px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 32
259 It is good to be zealously affected in a good thing (as some of you have heard in a worthy Discourse from those words of the Apostle) but then our Zeal should be temper'd with Discretion. It is good to be zealously affected in a good thing (as Some of you have herd in a worthy Discourse from those words of the Apostle) but then our Zeal should be tempered with Discretion. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp d pp-f pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1) cc-acp cs po12 n1 vmd vbi vvd p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 32
260 It is, I must confess, a most rare and commendable Virtue, yet thro an imprudent misplacing of it may issue in very bad effects. It is, I must confess, a most rare and commendable Virtue, yet through an imprudent misplacing of it may issue in very bade effects. pn31 vbz, pns11 vmb vvi, dt av-ds j cc j n1, av a-acp dt j vvg pp-f pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j vvd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
261 But the Instances of those whose zeal doth transport them beyond their knowledg in this particular are so few; and of such whose zeal doth not keep pace with it, so many, that I think it not needful to enlarge. But the Instances of those whose zeal does transport them beyond their knowledge in this particular Are so few; and of such whose zeal does not keep pace with it, so many, that I think it not needful to enlarge. p-acp dt n2 pp-f d rg-crq n1 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d j vbr av d; cc pp-f d rg-crq n1 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp pn31, av d, cst pns11 vvb pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 33
262 2. We may observe the adorable goodness of God, in prescribing this rule for our conduct toward Scorners and Wicked men. 2. We may observe the adorable Goodness of God, in prescribing this Rule for our conduct towards Scorner's and Wicked men. crd pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp ng1 cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
263 Such is his regard to our peace and quiet, to our good Name and Reputation, that he would not have us employ our pains where we may not reap the pleasant Fruits of our labour, Such is his regard to our peace and quiet, to our good Name and Reputation, that he would not have us employ our pains where we may not reap the pleasant Fruits of our labour, d vbz po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc j-jn, p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vhi pno12 vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
264 nor expose our reputation where there is not a prospect of bringing more Glory to him by our reproofs, than shame to our selves. nor expose our reputation where there is not a prospect of bringing more Glory to him by our reproofs, than shame to our selves. ccx vvi po12 n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 pp-f vvg av-dc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2, cs n1 p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
265 Which one consideration should methinks be an irresistible motive to induce us cheerfully to comply with the Duty of reproving, Which one consideration should methinks be an irresistible motive to induce us cheerfully to comply with the Duty of reproving, q-crq crd n1 vmd vvb vbb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
266 since we are only oblig'd to it, when the accruing Benefit and Reward will unspeakably countervail all the Trouble, Hazard, since we Are only obliged to it, when the accrueing Benefit and Reward will unspeakably countervail all the Trouble, Hazard, c-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 vmb av-j vvi d dt n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
267 and Difficulty which may attend the performance of it. and Difficulty which may attend the performance of it. cc n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 33
268 3. The words do also lead us to observe the most deplorable condition of Scorners and Wicked men; 3. The words do also led us to observe the most deplorable condition of Scorner's and Wicked men; crd dt n2 vdb av vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f ng1 cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
269 how unconceivably sad their case must be, in being thus left of God, and all good men, in being deprived, how unconceivably sad their case must be, in being thus left of God, and all good men, in being deprived, c-crq av-j av-j po32 n1 vmb vbi, p-acp vbg av vvn pp-f np1, cc d j n2, p-acp vbg vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
270 nay in depriving themselves of one of the greatest Blessings under Heaven. nay in depriving themselves of one of the greatest Blessings under Heaven. uh-x p-acp vvg px32 pp-f crd pp-f dt js n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
271 For what a Blessing is it to have a faithful Friend, who will admonish us of our faults, that so Iniquity may not prove our ruin? For what a Blessing is it to have a faithful Friend, who will admonish us of our Faults, that so Iniquity may not prove our ruin? p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vhi dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 pp-f po12 n2, cst av n1 vmb xx vvi po12 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 34
272 To be deprived of this is to be deprived of one of the greatest mercies, and of a most sutable and likely means of our Salvation: To be deprived of this is to be deprived of one of the greatest Mercies, and of a most suitable and likely means of our Salvation: pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f crd pp-f dt js n2, cc pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 34
273 yet this you see is the sad case of those who deride Religion. yet this you see is the sad case of those who deride Religion. av d pn22 vvb vbz dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 34
274 For not only Solomon, but a greater than Solomon, our Saviour Christ himself, hath forbidden us to misplace reproofs upon those who are desperate. For not only Solomon, but a greater than Solomon, our Saviour christ himself, hath forbidden us to misplace reproofs upon those who Are desperate. p-acp xx av-j np1, p-acp dt jc cs np1, po12 n1 np1 px31, vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvb n2 p-acp d r-crq vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 34
275 4. The whole Tenour and Strain of what hath been delivered, doth not only evince the necessity of Civil Magistracy and Government, in order to lay a restraint upon the Corruptions, 4. The Whole Tenor and Strain of what hath been Delivered, does not only evince the necessity of Civil Magistracy and Government, in order to lay a restraint upon the Corruptions, crd dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn, vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 34
276 and reforming the Manners of those men in whom no Counsels or verbal Reproofs will produce the desired effect: and reforming the Manners of those men in whom no Counsels or verbal Reproofs will produce the desired Effect: cc vvg dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp ro-crq dx n2 cc j n2 vmb vvi dt j-vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 34
277 But shews us also, how great and publick a mercy it is to enjoy such Magistrates as will righteously execute the Laws upon these Offenders, But shows us also, how great and public a mercy it is to enjoy such Magistrates as will righteously execute the Laws upon these Offenders, cc-acp vvz pno12 av, c-crq j cc j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vmb av-j vvi dt n2 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
278 and who, if there be any that will convict them, will take care that they receive such punishments as their crimes deserve. and who, if there be any that will convict them, will take care that they receive such punishments as their crimes deserve. cc r-crq, cs pc-acp vbb d cst vmb vvn pno32, vmb vvi n1 cst pns32 vvb d n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
279 Such Magistrates are publick blessings indeed, and as they are sent of God, are the Instances of his good will to Mankind. Such Magistrates Are public blessings indeed, and as they Are sent of God, Are the Instances of his good will to Mankind. d n2 vbr j n2 av, cc c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1, vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 35
280 Vice runs every thing into disorder and confusion: Vice runs every thing into disorder and confusion: n1 vvz d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 35
281 whatever therefore restrains and keeps this from breaking forth, ought to be acknowledged as a great blessing, whatever Therefore restrains and keeps this from breaking forth, ought to be acknowledged as a great blessing, r-crq av vvz cc vvz d p-acp vvg av, pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 35
282 as it is a binding up mens hands, to prevent their destroying themselves, and hurting others. as it is a binding up men's hands, to prevent their destroying themselves, and hurting Others. c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg p-acp ng2 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n-vvg px32, cc vvg n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 35
283 And this again makes it evident that Magistracy is from God, that it is not from the evil Spirit, who as he at first lost his own happiness, by stepping out of his proper place and rank, would by introducing the same disorder ruin the World, And this again makes it evident that Magistracy is from God, that it is not from the evil Spirit, who as he At First lost his own happiness, by stepping out of his proper place and rank, would by introducing the same disorder ruin the World, cc d av vvz pn31 j cst n1 vbz p-acp np1, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq c-acp pns31 p-acp ord vvn po31 d n1, p-acp vvg av pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, vmd p-acp vvg dt d n1 vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 35
284 and destroy Mankind by the same methods whereby he undid himself. The powers that be, are ordain'd of God, Rom. 13.1. and destroy Mankind by the same methods whereby he undid himself. The Powers that be, Are ordained of God, Rom. 13.1. cc vvi n1 p-acp dt d n2 c-crq pns31 vvd px31. dt n2 cst vbb, vbr vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 35
285 And the Magistrate, as I have before observ'd, is sent of God; that is, tho not the Man, And the Magistrate, as I have before observed, is sent of God; that is, though not the Man, cc dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn, vbz vvn pp-f np1; cst vbz, cs xx dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 35
286 yet the Office and the Power comes down from Heaven, and this in infinite mercy to a sinful World, which hath not so much as a Principle left for its common preservation, yet the Office and the Power comes down from Heaven, and this in infinite mercy to a sinful World, which hath not so much as a Principle left for its Common preservation, av dt n1 cc dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp n1, cc d p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vhz xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36
287 but if abandon'd to its own Inclinations would hurry into ruin. but if abandoned to its own Inclinations would hurry into ruin. cc-acp cs vvn p-acp po31 d n2 vmd vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 36
288 5. And this farther informs us of the honour of the Civil Magistrate, and what regards we are to bear to him, 5. And this farther informs us of the honour of the Civil Magistrate, and what regards we Are to bear to him, crd cc d av-jc vvz pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc r-crq n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 36
289 even no less than to God's Vice-gerent, and the Guardian of our Laws: even no less than to God's Vicegerent, and the Guardian of our Laws: av av-dx dc cs pc-acp npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 36
290 which should strike us with aw, and direct us to carry it towards him with the highest Respect and Reverence. which should strike us with awe, and Direct us to carry it towards him with the highest Respect and reverence. r-crq vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 36
291 Such are said to be the Gods of the Earth, Gods in Power, as they should be also in other Godlike Excellencies. Such Are said to be the God's of the Earth, God's in Power, as they should be also in other Godlike Excellencies. d vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmd vbi av p-acp j-jn j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 36
292 How high a Post, how honourable a Station then are they set in! How high a Post, how honourable a Station then Are they Set in! q-crq j dt n1, c-crq j dt n1 av vbr pns32 vvn p-acp! (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 36
293 But which certainly is then most honourable, when they are most serviceable, and do most throughly pursue and answer the ends of their appointment. And this again. But which Certainly is then most honourable, when they Are most serviceable, and do most thoroughly pursue and answer the ends of their appointment. And this again. p-acp r-crq av-j vbz av av-ds j, c-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j, cc vdb av-ds av-j vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. cc d av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 36
294 6. Instructs those in their duty who have any concern or influence in the choice either of such persons as are to concur in enacting Laws for us, 6. Instructs those in their duty who have any concern or influence in the choice either of such Persons as Are to concur in enacting Laws for us, crd vvz d p-acp po32 n1 r-crq vhb d vvi cc n1 p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f d n2 c-acp vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg n2 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 36
295 or of such whose place it is to see them executed. or of such whose place it is to see them executed. cc pp-f d rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 36
296 It is most plain from all that hath been hitherto said, that we are not to be directed merely by a great Estate, It is most plain from all that hath been hitherto said, that we Are not to be directed merely by a great Estate, pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp d cst vhz vbn av vvn, cst pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
297 or by regard to a Party, or biass'd by Relation, Affection, Dependance, private Interest, and such like mean selfish and mercenary Motives: or by regard to a Party, or biased by Relation, Affection, Dependence, private Interest, and such like mean selfish and mercenary Motives: cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, n1, n1, j n1, cc d av-j j n1 cc j-jn n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
298 But we are to take our measures from the nature and ends of Government; But we Are to take our measures from the nature and ends of Government; cc-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
299 and therefore laying aside all particular and by respects, and having nothing but the glory of God and the good of the Community in our eye, we should make choice of such Magistrates as will diligently take care and see that the good Laws we have be duly and impartially executed, men (as the Holy Scripture describes them) fearing God and hating Covetousness, who are no Respecters of Persons; and Therefore laying aside all particular and by respects, and having nothing but the glory of God and the good of the Community in our eye, we should make choice of such Magistrates as will diligently take care and see that the good Laws we have be duly and impartially executed, men (as the Holy Scripture describes them) fearing God and hating Covetousness, who Are no Respecters of Persons; cc av vvg av d j cc p-acp n2, cc vhg pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vmb av-j vvi n1 cc vvi d dt j n2 pns12 vhb vbi av-jn cc av-j vvn, n2 (c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno32) vvg np1 cc vvg n1, r-crq vbr dx n2 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
300 who will not be warp'd by bribery, fear, or private regards; Men of real Integrity and Probity, men of Fidelity, Justice, Courage and Boldness; who will not be warped by bribery, Fear, or private regards; Men of real Integrity and Probity, men of Fidis, justice, Courage and Boldness; r-crq vmb xx vbi j-vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc j n2; n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
301 who will not fear the face of Man in the cause of God; who when Offenders are convicted, will be sure to punish them. who will not Fear the face of Man in the cause of God; who when Offenders Are convicted, will be sure to Punish them. r-crq vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; r-crq q-crq n2 vbr vvn, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
302 Where such are to be found is not my place to direct, but yours to enquire. Where such Are to be found is not my place to Direct, but yours to inquire. c-crq d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn vbz xx po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp png22 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 37
303 And then again, having chosen such Magistrates, it is our duty to obey them, and in our several stations and capacities to yield them all the assistance we can, And then again, having chosen such Magistrates, it is our duty to obey them, and in our several stations and capacities to yield them all the assistance we can, cc av av, vhg vvn d n2, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 d dt n1 pns12 vmb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 38
304 and not to render them, so far as in us lies, only great Cyphers in their Office thro the want of our help; and not to render them, so Far as in us lies, only great Ciphers in their Office through the want of our help; cc xx pc-acp vvi pno32, av av-j c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz, av-j j n2 p-acp po32 n1 a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 38
305 but that Iniquity being found out, it may be brought under the correction of Justice. but that Iniquity being found out, it may be brought under the correction of justice. cc-acp cst n1 vbg vvn av, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 38
306 As you can do nothing without the Authority of the Magistrate, so neither will he be able to do much without your help and assistance. As you can do nothing without the authority of the Magistrate, so neither will he be able to do much without your help and assistance. p-acp pn22 vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av dx vmb pns31 vbi j pc-acp vdi d p-acp po22 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 38
307 You are to be as Eyes to him in bringing criminal matters under his cognizance, and he to be as Hands to you in correcting and punishing them. You Are to be as Eyes to him in bringing criminal matters under his cognizance, and he to be as Hands to you in correcting and punishing them. pn22 vbr pc-acp vbi c-acp n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 pc-acp vbi c-acp n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 38
308 Now as a motive to urge and enforce all this upon you, I would desire you only to consider that the obtaining of such choice blessings, Now as a motive to urge and enforce all this upon you, I would desire you only to Consider that the obtaining of such choice blessings, av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d d p-acp pn22, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi cst dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 38
309 as good Representatives, faithful Magistrates, and subservient Officers, lies much in your own power. as good Representatives, faithful Magistrates, and subservient Officers, lies much in your own power. c-acp j n2, j n2, cc fw-fr n2, vvz d p-acp po22 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 38
310 For you (my Brethren) enjoy this unspeakable Privilege above many Nations, viz. the right (in many cases) of choosing these persons. For you (my Brothers) enjoy this unspeakable Privilege above many nations, viz. the right (in many cases) of choosing these Persons. p-acp pn22 (po11 n2) vvb d j n1 p-acp d n2, n1 dt n-jn (p-acp d n2) pp-f vvg d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 38
311 If at any time therefore it should hapden (which God forbid) that there should be any effectual Laws wanting for the supressing of Vice and Prophaneness; If At any time Therefore it should hapden (which God forbid) that there should be any effectual Laws wanting for the suppressing of Vice and Profaneness; cs p-acp d n1 av pn31 vmd vvi (r-crq np1 vvb) cst pc-acp vmd vbi d j n2 vvg p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
312 or, supposing good Laws, there should not be a sufficient Magistracy of those (who come under your choice) to put them in execution; or, supposing good Laws, there should not be a sufficient Magistracy of those (who come under your choice) to put them in execution; cc, vvg j n2, pc-acp vmd xx vbi dt j n1 pp-f d (r-crq vvb p-acp po22 n1) pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
313 or if on the contrary, Iniquity should be established by a Law, or publickly connived at, much of all this would be owing to your selves, or if on the contrary, Iniquity should be established by a Law, or publicly connived At, much of all this would be owing to your selves, cc cs p-acp dt n-jn, n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvd p-acp, d pp-f d d vmd vbi vvg p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
314 for that by your care and diligence at first you might (in a great degree however) have prevented it. for that by your care and diligence At First you might (in a great degree however) have prevented it. c-acp cst p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp ord pn22 n1 (p-acp dt j n1 a-acp) vhb vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
315 The miseries which must ensue from such a posture of affairs might be look'd upon as a just punishment of your negligence, The misery's which must ensue from such a posture of affairs might be looked upon as a just punishment of your negligence, dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
316 and it would then be in vain to cry out or complain of the slackness of the Laws and badness of the times; and it would then be in vain to cry out or complain of the slackness of the Laws and badness of the times; cc pn31 vmd av vbi p-acp j pc-acp vvi av cc vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
317 for why did you not use the means that were once in your own power to guard against these evils? Thus much by way of Instruction. To proceed: for why did you not use the means that were once in your own power to guard against these evils? Thus much by Way of Instruction. To proceed: c-acp q-crq vdd pn22 xx vvi dt n2 cst vbdr a-acp p-acp po22 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2-jn? av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1. p-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 39
318 II. What I have endeavour'd to prove in the foregoing Discourse, does afford abundant matter for the justifying your noble and generous undertaking of suppressing the Vices and reforming the Manners of Wicked men. II What I have endeavoured to prove in the foregoing Discourse, does afford abundant matter for the justifying your noble and generous undertaking of suppressing the Vices and reforming the Manners of Wicked men. crd q-crq pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg n1, vdz vvi j n1 p-acp dt vvg po22 j cc j n-vvg pp-f vvg dt n2 cc vvg dt n2 pp-f j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 40
319 This is your duty, and the sense of duty should bear you up under the greatest censures and reproaches. This is your duty, and the sense of duty should bear you up under the greatest censures and Reproaches. d vbz po22 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt js n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 40
320 Besides whatever you may incur of this nature, yet by doing your duty you will answer (as I have shewn you) such great ends and purposes, Beside whatever you may incur of this nature, yet by doing your duty you will answer (as I have shown you) such great ends and Purposes, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pp-f d n1, av p-acp vdg po22 n1 pn22 vmb vvi (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22) d j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 40
321 as will make amends for all your trouble and hazard in the performance of it. Let men go on to condemn you, you may be sure God will justify you; as will make amends for all your trouble and hazard in the performance of it. Let men go on to condemn you, you may be sure God will justify you; c-acp vmb vvi n2 p-acp d po22 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. vvb n2 vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pn22, pn22 vmb vbi j np1 vmb vvi pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 40
322 and is it not unspeakably better to be censured of men for doing your duty, than to be condemned of God for the neglect of it? and is it not unspeakably better to be censured of men for doing your duty, than to be condemned of God for the neglect of it? cc vbz pn31 xx av-j vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2 p-acp vdg po22 n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 40
323 But why should any condemn you? If a man's house were infected with the Plague, will any body blame you for shutting up his Doors? If those very Persons who exclaim so much against you should have their Houses on fire, would they reproach and revile you for endeavouring to quench the Flames? And if a worse Pestilence and Fire be broken out, But why should any condemn you? If a Man's house were infected with the Plague, will any body blame you for shutting up his Doors? If those very Persons who exclaim so much against you should have their Houses on fire, would they reproach and revile you for endeavouring to quench the Flames? And if a Worse Pestilence and Fire be broken out, cc-acp q-crq vmd d vvi pn22? cs dt ng1 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb d n1 vvb pn22 p-acp vvg a-acp po31 n2? cs d j n2 r-crq vvb av av-d p-acp pn22 vmd vhi po32 n2 p-acp n1, vmd pns32 vvi cc vvi pn22 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n2? cc cs dt jc n1 cc n1 vbb vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 40
324 if men grow rampant in Wickedness, and run up and down spreading the contagion, as tho Hell were broke loose, must you be blam'd for endeavouring to put a stop to it? if men grow rampant in Wickedness, and run up and down spreading the contagion, as though Hell were broke lose, must you be blamed for endeavouring to put a stop to it? cs n2 vvb j p-acp n1, cc vvb a-acp cc a-acp vvg dt n1, c-acp cs n1 vbdr vvn j, vmb pn22 vbi vvn p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 41
325 Will Men thank you for lending a helping hand to save them from temporal evils and dangers? and shall they reproach you for labouring to deliver them from eternal ruin? It will put a man to great pain to have his Leg or Arm cut off, Will Men thank you for lending a helping hand to save them from temporal evils and dangers? and shall they reproach you for labouring to deliver them from Eternal ruin? It will put a man to great pain to have his Leg or Arm Cut off, n1 n2 vvb pn22 p-acp vvg dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2-jn cc n2? cc vmb pns32 vvi pn22 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n1? pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 cc n1 vvn a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 41
326 yet he will not blame the Chirurgion, when it is to save his life; yet he will not blame the Chirurgeon, when it is to save his life; av pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 41
327 and must you be blam'd for punishing a Sinner to save his Soul? O ungrateful creatures, that will thus requite your kindness to them! and must you be blamed for punishing a Sinner to save his Soul? O ungrateful creatures, that will thus requite your kindness to them! cc vmb pn22 vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? sy j n2, cst vmb av vvi po22 n1 p-acp pno32! (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 41
328 But let us consider a little; If you are to be blam'd, it is either because, But let us Consider a little; If you Are to be blamed, it is either Because, p-acp vvb pno12 vvi dt j; cs pn22 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vbz av-d c-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 41
329 The Matter you are engaged in is unlawful in it self. Or it does not concern you. The Matter you Are engaged in is unlawful in it self. Or it does not concern you. dt n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp vbz j p-acp pn31 n1. cc pn31 vdz xx vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 41
330 Or the Methods you take in the prosecution of it are unjustifiable. Or the Methods you take in the prosecution of it Are unjustifiable. cc dt n2 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 41
331 As for the Matter and Work it self, my whole Discourse hath been a full and clear Justification of it. As for the Matter and Work it self, my Whole Discourse hath been a full and clear Justification of it. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pn31 n1, po11 j-jn n1 vhz vbn dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 92 Page 41
332 To say it do's not concern you, is very absurd and foolish. To say it do's not concern you, is very absurd and foolish. pc-acp vvi pn31 vdz xx vvi pn22, vbz av j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 41
333 What! does it not concern you to vindicate the honour of God? to bring Glory to his Name, the thing you were made for? Does it not concern you to avert the Wrath and Judgments of God from the Land, What! does it not concern you to vindicate the honour of God? to bring Glory to his Name, the thing you were made for? Does it not concern you to avert the Wrath and Judgments of God from the Land, uh vdz pn31 xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pn22 vbdr vvn p-acp? vdz pn31 xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 41
334 and to preserve your selves, your Families, and the Nation from ruin? What doth concern you if this doth not? and to preserve your selves, your Families, and the nation from ruin? What does concern you if this does not? cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2, po22 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp n1? q-crq vdz vvi pn22 cs d vdz xx? (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 42
335 To say your Methods are unjustifiable, this is what I presume they can never prove after they have made those allowances, which in a matter of such publick nature and extent all mankind must own to be reasonable and just. To say your Methods Are unjustifiable, this is what I presume they can never prove After they have made those allowances, which in a matter of such public nature and extent all mankind must own to be reasonable and just. pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vbr j, d vbz q-crq pns11 vvb pns32 vmb av-x vvi c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1 d n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 42
336 As for your entring into Combinations and Societies: They cannot reproach you for this, when they consider the Order and Regularity of them. As for your entering into Combinations and Societies: They cannot reproach you for this, when they Consider the Order and Regularity of them. c-acp p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp n2 cc n2: pns32 vmbx vvi pn22 p-acp d, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 42
337 This hath been already sufficiently justified by another hand; This hath been already sufficiently justified by Another hand; np1 vhz vbn av av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 42
338 and (as that Reverend Person expresses it) 'tis no other thing than what is constantly done without offence in cases of Secular concernment. and (as that Reverend Person Expresses it) it's not other thing than what is constantly done without offence in cases of Secular concernment. cc (c-acp d n-jn n1 vvz pn31) pn31|vbz xx j-jn n1 cs q-crq vbz av-j vdn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 42
339 Besides, can Wicked men think it no offence to combine and club together, to carry on the designs of Hell in debauching and damning one another? And shall not we associate and combine together to prevent their ruin, if it be possible? Beside, can Wicked men think it no offence to combine and club together, to carry on the designs of Hell in debauching and damning one Another? And shall not we associate and combine together to prevent their ruin, if it be possible? p-acp, vmb j n2 vvb pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pi j-jn? cc vmb xx pns12 vvi cc vvi av pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cs pn31 vbb j? (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 42
340 As for the Rules and Orders that are observed among you; As for the Rules and Order that Are observed among you; c-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 42
341 do not very competent Judges highly approve them? and if any condemn them, are they not for the most part such as betray a very apparent malice or ignorance? do not very competent Judges highly approve them? and if any condemn them, Are they not for the most part such as betray a very apparent malice or ignorance? vdb xx av j n2 av-j vvi pno32? cc cs d vvi pno32, vbr pns32 xx p-acp dt av-ds vvi d c-acp vvi dt j j n1 cc n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 43
342 The only thing that seems to carry an ill face with it, yet will be found highly commendable, is the business of Informing. The only thing that seems to carry an ill face with it, yet will be found highly commendable, is the business of Informing. dt j n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, av vmb vbi vvn av-j j, vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 43
343 It is true, as it was manag'd in the late times, it was one of the most odious and disgraceful things in the world, It is true, as it was managed in the late times, it was one of the most odious and disgraceful things in the world, pn31 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n2, pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
344 when a parcel of sorry, idle and profligate Fellows, the scum of the Earth, to get a piece of Money to supply their necessities, when a parcel of sorry, idle and profligate Fellows, the scum of the Earth, to get a piece of Money to supply their necessities, c-crq dt n1 pp-f j, j cc vvi n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
345 or to spend upon their Lusts, would inform against those who were forc'd into Corners, or to spend upon their Lustiest, would inform against those who were forced into Corners, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, vmd vvi p-acp d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
346 and there met together not to plot against the Government, but only to worship God according to their Consciences. and there met together not to plot against the Government, but only to worship God according to their Consciences. cc a-acp vvd av xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi np1 vvg p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
347 This was such an employment, that none but a generation of Vipers would be engaged in. This was such an employment, that none but a generation of Vipers would be engaged in. d vbds d dt n1, cst pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
348 And indeed there is nothing in my opinion can render a man more infamous and odious than to be such a kind of Informer. And indeed there is nothing in my opinion can render a man more infamous and odious than to be such a kind of Informer. cc av pc-acp vbz pix p-acp po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av-dc j cc j cs pc-acp vbb d dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
349 But to inform against the Vices and evil Manners of Wicked men; But to inform against the Vices and evil Manners of Wicked men; p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc j-jn n2 pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 43
350 to inform against Cursing and Swearing, Blaspheming and Sabbath-breaking, Rioting and Drunkenness, Chambering and Wantonness, and other such hellish and brutal Practices, what reproach can there be in this? This is what the greatest and best of men have not disdained or refused, to inform against Cursing and Swearing, Blaspheming and Sabbath-breaking, Rioting and drunkenness, Chambering and Wantonness, and other such hellish and brutal Practices, what reproach can there be in this? This is what the greatest and best of men have not disdained or refused, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg cc vvg, vvg cc j, vvg cc n1, vvg cc n1, cc j-jn d j cc j n2, r-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi p-acp d? d vbz q-crq dt js cc js pp-f n2 vhb xx vvn cc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 44
351 as you have had divers instances given you by others out of the Scriptures. as you have had diverse instances given you by Others out of the Scriptures. c-acp pn22 vhb vhn j n2 vvn pn22 p-acp n2-jn av pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 44
352 But I only ask, Is the Law or the Execution of it to be reproach'd? why then should Informing in order to execution? To have a Law that shall never be executed, is all one as to have no Law. But I only ask, Is the Law or the Execution of it to be reproached? why then should Informing in order to execution? To have a Law that shall never be executed, is all one as to have no Law. cc-acp pns11 av-j vvb, vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn? uh-crq av vmd vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1? p-acp vhi dt n1 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn, vbz d pi a-acp pc-acp vhi dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 44
353 And how shall the Law be executed if there be none to inform, and to convict Offenders in order to the bringing them to punishment? And where lies the dishonour of doing our duty in this particular? This is so far from being a disgrace to any man, that I must say, it is the most honourable part of your whole work, And how shall the Law be executed if there be none to inform, and to convict Offenders in order to the bringing them to punishment? And where lies the dishonour of doing our duty in this particular? This is so Far from being a disgrace to any man, that I must say, it is the most honourable part of your Whole work, cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vbb vvn cs pc-acp vbb pix pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pno32 p-acp n1? cc q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f vdg po12 n1 p-acp d j? d vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f po22 j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 44
354 as it discovers a brave and noble Spirit, that is not afraid to appear for God against the worst of men. as it discovers a brave and noble Spirit, that is not afraid to appear for God against the worst of men. c-acp pn31 vvz dt j cc j n1, cst vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 44
355 Those who are most forward in this work, are most to be commended; Those who Are most forward in this work, Are most to be commended; d r-crq vbr av-ds av-j p-acp d n1, vbr av-ds pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 44
356 as those we reckon the best Soldiers, who will stand in the Front of the Battle, as those we reckon the best Soldiers, who will stand in the Front of the Battle, c-acp d pns12 vvb dt js n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 44
357 and engage in the hottest service. and engage in the hottest service. cc vvi p-acp dt js n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 44
358 But to conclude, as it is every one's duty to see the Laws executed, so it may in divers circumstances be every mans duty to inform. But to conclude, as it is every one's duty to see the Laws executed, so it may in diverse Circumstances be every men duty to inform. p-acp pc-acp vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz d pig n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvn, av pn31 vmb p-acp j n2 vbb d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 45
359 And he is to be accounted little better than a Coward, who will not engage in this piece of Christian Service when fairly call'd to it. And he is to be accounted little better than a Coward, who will not engage in this piece of Christian Service when fairly called to it. cc pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j av-jc cs dt n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f njp n1 c-crq av-j vvd p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 45
360 What I have said therefore under this Head may be sufficient to vindicate your Proceedings. What I have said Therefore under this Head may be sufficient to vindicate your Proceedings. q-crq pns11 vhb vvn av p-acp d n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po22 n2-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 45
361 And if there be any who will still continue to rail and calumniate, it is to be suspected they generally are very bad men and of no reputation. And if there be any who will still continue to rail and calumniate, it is to be suspected they generally Are very bad men and of no reputation. cc cs pc-acp vbb d r-crq vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pns32 av-j vbr av j n2 cc pp-f dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 45
362 And then you need value their reproaches no more than the fleerings of Fools and Idiots, And then you need valve their Reproaches no more than the fleerings of Fools and Idiots, cc cs pn22 vvb vvi po32 n2 av-dx dc cs dt n2-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 45
363 or the loud clamour and bawling of mad Men. or the loud clamour and bawling of mad Men. cc dt j n1 cc n-vvg pp-f j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 45
364 But having shewn how much there is to justify you of the Societies for Reformation of Manners, I pass in the III. Place to a Use of Reproof to those who most justly deserve it. And. But having shown how much there is to justify you of the Societies for Reformation of Manners, I pass in the III. Place to a Use of Reproof to those who most justly deserve it. And. p-acp vhg vvn c-crq d pc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vvb p-acp dt np1. n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq av-ds av-j vvi pn31. cc (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 45
365 1. As for those who are open Enemies to Reformation, and are the Persons you are to deal with, I shall not speak to them; 1. As for those who Are open Enemies to Reformation, and Are the Persons you Are to deal with, I shall not speak to them; crd p-acp p-acp d r-crq vbr j n2 p-acp n1, cc vbr dt n2 pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 45
366 they are the Scorners in my Text, and therefore to be suppos'd very seldom present at these places, and upon these occasions: they Are the Scorner's in my Text, and Therefore to be supposed very seldom present At these places, and upon these occasions: pns32 vbr dt ng1 n1 po11 n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn av av vvb p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 46
367 And if I should address my self to them, it would be to no purpose, and I have too little time to spend my Breath in vain. And if I should address my self to them, it would be to no purpose, and I have too little time to spend my Breath in vain. cc cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vmd vbi pc-acp dx n1, cc pns11 vhb av j n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 46
368 Therefore leaving them wholly to your Management, I pass them by to speak Therefore leaving them wholly to your Management, I pass them by to speak av vvg pno32 av-jn p-acp po22 n1, pns11 vvb pno32 p-acp pc-acp vvi (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 46
369 2. To another sort of Persons, of whom there is more hope, and they are those who pretend to Religion as well as you, 2. To Another sort of Persons, of whom there is more hope, and they Are those who pretend to Religion as well as you, crd p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n2, pp-f ro-crq a-acp vbz dc n1, cc pns32 vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 46
370 and are men of some Principles and Sobriety, who notwithstanding have been too ready to condemn and cast Reflections upon you. and Are men of Some Principles and Sobriety, who notwithstanding have been too ready to condemn and cast Reflections upon you. cc vbr n2 pp-f d n2 cc n1, r-crq a-acp vhb vbn av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 46
371 That Prophane and Wicked men should oppose a Reformation of Manners, is not to be wondred at; That Profane and Wicked men should oppose a Reformation of Manners, is not to be wondered At; cst j cc j n2 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 46
372 the Reasons are plain and obvious, none can be ignorant of them: the Reasons Are plain and obvious, none can be ignorant of them: dt n2 vbr j cc j, pix vmb vbi j pp-f pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 46
373 but that any who pretend to Religion or Sobriety, who are not openly vicious themselves, that they should discourage your good undertakings, but that any who pretend to Religion or Sobriety, who Are not openly vicious themselves, that they should discourage your good undertakings, cc-acp cst d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr xx av-j j px32, cst pns32 vmd vvi po22 j n2-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 46
374 and concur to raise Objections against them, this is what ought to be deeply lamented by us. and concur to raise Objections against them, this is what ought to be deeply lamented by us. cc vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno32, d vbz q-crq vmd pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 46
375 Their Reasons must lye more secret and remote, yet I presume it not difficult to guess at them. Their Reasons must lie more secret and remote, yet I presume it not difficult to guess At them. po32 n2 vmb vvi av-dc j-jn cc j, av pns11 vvb pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 46
376 For what can they spring from but a narrow, contracted and selfish Principle, from the want of a generous and publick Spirit, For what can they spring from but a narrow, contracted and selfish Principle, from the want of a generous and public Spirit, p-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp p-acp dt j, j-vvn cc n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 47
377 and that noble Zeal and Courage wherewith you appear to be inspired for the cause of God? and that noble Zeal and Courage wherewith you appear to be inspired for the cause of God? cc cst j n1 cc n1 c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 47
378 This indeed they blame in you as imprudent rashness and forwardness, a medling with matters beyond your Sphere, This indeed they blame in you as imprudent rashness and forwardness, a meddling with matters beyond your Sphere, np1 av pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j n1 cc n1, dt vvg p-acp n2 p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 47
379 and a needless disturbing of your Neighbour. and a needless disturbing of your Neighbour. cc dt j vvg pp-f po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 47
380 But to speak plainly, I fear (without breach of Charity) that this is a subtile Artifice only to salve their own Reputation by wounding of yours. But to speak plainly, I Fear (without breach of Charity) that this is a subtle Artifice only to salve their own Reputation by wounding of yours. p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j, pns11 vvb (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) cst d vbz dt j n1 av-j pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 p-acp vvg pp-f png22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 47
381 And therefore they are so liberal in bestowing their Censures upon you, that they might escape those which otherwise must fall heavy upon their own Heads: And Therefore they Are so liberal in bestowing their Censures upon you, that they might escape those which otherwise must fallen heavy upon their own Heads: cc av pns32 vbr av j p-acp vvg po32 n2 p-acp pn22, cst pns32 vmd vvi d r-crq av vmb vvi j p-acp po32 d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 47
382 As it usually happens that they who are first in the complaint are most in the fault. As it usually happens that they who Are First in the complaint Are most in the fault. c-acp pn31 av-j vvz cst pns32 r-crq vbr ord p-acp dt n1 vbr av-ds p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 47
383 3. Those also I think worthy to be condemned, who tho they will speak nothing against you, will act nothing for you. 3. Those also I think worthy to be condemned, who though they will speak nothing against you, will act nothing for you. crd d av pns11 vvb j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq cs pns32 vmb vvi pix p-acp pn22, vmb vvi pix p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 47
384 The work of Reformation may sink or swim for them, they mind and matter it not, The work of Reformation may sink or swim for them, they mind and matter it not, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb cc n1 pn31 xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 47
385 and are not at all concerned about it. and Are not At all concerned about it. cc vbr xx p-acp d vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 47
386 Now these persons are to be reprov'd for the neglect of their duty upon a double account. Now these Persons Are to be reproved for the neglect of their duty upon a double account. av d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 47
387 1. For not assisting in their own Persons. 1. For not assisting in their own Persons. crd p-acp xx vvg p-acp po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
388 In such a Cause as this, wherein the common Interest of Religion, and the good of our Country is so much concerned: In such a Cause as this, wherein the Common Interest of Religion, and the good of our Country is so much concerned: p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j pp-f po12 n1 vbz av av-d vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
389 Every one should appear and shew himself as there is fit occasion. Every one should appear and show himself as there is fit occasion. d crd vmd vvi cc vvi px31 c-acp pc-acp vbz j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
390 In case of an open Invasion every one is ready to take Arms, and make head against the common Enemy, to defend their Estates and Liberties. In case of an open Invasion every one is ready to take Arms, and make head against the Common Enemy, to defend their Estates and Liberties. p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 d pi vbz j pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
391 And shall the more valuable concerns of Religion and our Souls, which are of infinitely greater Consequence, be invaded; And shall the more valuable concerns of Religion and our Souls, which Are of infinitely greater Consequence, be invaded; cc vmb dt av-dc j vvz pp-f n1 cc po12 n2, r-crq vbr a-acp av-j jc n1, vbb vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
392 and shall any man, can any man be so miserably stupid and sluggish, so very cowardly and timorous, and shall any man, can any man be so miserably stupid and sluggish, so very cowardly and timorous, cc vmb d n1, vmb d n1 vbb av av-j j cc j, av av j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
393 as either to sit still and do nothing, or keep out of sight and run away from the Conflict? as either to fit still and do nothing, or keep out of sighed and run away from the Conflict? c-acp av-d pc-acp vvi av cc vdb pix, cc vvi av pp-f n1 cc vvi av p-acp dt n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 48
394 Yet this I fear is the case of many, especially of those who when an opportunity offers for their being singularly useful in an Office, slip away and decline it, whereby a worse man comes in, Yet this I Fear is the case of many, especially of those who when an opportunity offers for their being singularly useful in an Office, slip away and decline it, whereby a Worse man comes in, av d pns11 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f d, av-j pp-f d r-crq c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1 av-j j p-acp dt n1, vvb av cc vvi pn31, c-crq dt jc n1 vvz p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
395 or at least hire another to supply it; or At least hire Another to supply it; cc p-acp ds vvi j-jn pc-acp vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
396 who indeed will stand in the place, but take little care to discharge the duties of the office; who indeed will stand in the place, but take little care to discharge the duties of the office; r-crq av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
397 they will carry the Staff, but earn their Mony as easily as they can. they will carry the Staff, but earn their Money as Easily as they can. pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvb po32 n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 48
398 There is little to be expected from a great many who only serve in an Office for gain. There is little to be expected from a great many who only serve in an Office for gain. pc-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j d r-crq av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 49
399 Such will not ordinarily put themselves to much pains, or expose themselves to notable hazards and difficulties. Such will not ordinarily put themselves to much pains, or expose themselves to notable hazards and difficulties. d vmb xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp d n2, cc vvi px32 p-acp j n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 49
400 And may it not be fear'd that the same motive that induc'd to accept of the Office, may as easily corrupt them in it, And may it not be feared that the same motive that induced to accept of the Office, may as Easily corrupt them in it, cc vmb pn31 xx vbi vvn cst dt d n1 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, vmb a-acp av-j vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 49
401 so that they shall have no strength to hold a great Offender when a piece of Money is dropt into their hands? What I have suggested under this Head is one principal reason why a Reformation of Manners is not more vigorously prosecuted, so that they shall have no strength to hold a great Offender when a piece of Money is dropped into their hands? What I have suggested under this Head is one principal reason why a Reformation of Manners is not more vigorously prosecuted, av cst pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n2? q-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 vbz pi n-jn n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz xx av-dc av-j vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 49
402 and which I have heard very much complained of; and which I have herd very much complained of; cc r-crq pns11 vhb vvn av av-d vvn pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 49
403 and therefore beseech you to consider it, and not let so good a Cause fall to the ground for want of putting your shoulder to the burden. And, and Therefore beseech you to Consider it, and not let so good a Cause fallen to the ground for want of putting your shoulder to the burden. And, cc av vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc xx vvb av j dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 49
404 2. Such are to be reprov'd not only for their unwillingness to assist in Person, but also for their backwardness in contributing to the Charge. 2. Such Are to be reproved not only for their unwillingness to assist in Person, but also for their backwardness in contributing to the Charge. crd d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn xx av-j p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp av c-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 49
405 And this indeed is an offence of a higher nature, because it is so reasonable, And this indeed is an offence of a higher nature, Because it is so reasonable, cc d av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 49
406 and at the same time so very easie, that methinks they should not in modesty refuse it. and At the same time so very easy, that methinks they should not in modesty refuse it. cc p-acp dt d n1 av av j, cst vvz pns32 vmd xx p-acp n1 vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 49
407 This puts them to no trouble, and besides might be manag'd with that secrecy if they thought fit, that there would be no need to fear incurring the displeasure of any man thereby. This puts them to no trouble, and beside might be managed with that secrecy if they Thought fit, that there would be no need to Fear incurring the displeasure of any man thereby. np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dx n1, cc p-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cs pns32 vvd j, cst a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pc-acp vvi vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
408 If they had a Cause of their own to be pleaded, they would not starve it for want of feeing the Counsel. If they had a Cause of their own to be pleaded, they would not starve it for want of feeing the Counsel. cs pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f po32 d pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
409 But if the Cause of God is to be pleaded, tho they are rich and abound, they will not spare a Farthing; But if the Cause of God is to be pleaded, though they Are rich and abound, they will not spare a Farthing; p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns32 vbr j cc vvi, pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
410 and yet their Assistance in this particular is greatly needed, and is a further Obstruction to the Course of Justice. and yet their Assistance in this particular is greatly needed, and is a further Obstruction to the Course of justice. cc av po32 n1 p-acp d j vbz av-j vvn, cc vbz dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
411 There are few such generous Lawyers to be found who will plead in order to the conviction of a wretched Sinner, without their Fee; There Are few such generous Lawyers to be found who will plead in order to the conviction of a wretched Sinner, without their Fee; pc-acp vbr d d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
412 and indeed it is their livelyhood, and therefore they may justly expect to be rewarded for it. and indeed it is their livelihood, and Therefore they may justly expect to be rewarded for it. cc av pn31 vbz po32 n1, cc av pns32 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
413 And this is another matter I would recommend to consideration, and beseech those that will not assist to this good work in Person, to contribute however towards the charge. And this is Another matter I would recommend to consideration, and beseech those that will not assist to this good work in Person, to contribute however towards the charge. cc d vbz j-jn n1 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp n1, cc vvb d cst vmb xx vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 50
414 Indeed I must speak it to the praise of the People of London, that they have upon all occasions appear'd very ready to afford a bountiful assistance to the preaching of the Gospel which is design'd to make men good. Indeed I must speak it to the praise of the People of London, that they have upon all occasions appeared very ready to afford a bountiful assistance to the preaching of the Gospel which is designed to make men good. av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vhb p-acp d n2 vvd av j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n2 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
415 I wish they would be as free and generous in furthering of what is designed for the restraining and punishing of the bad: I hope they will. I wish they would be as free and generous in furthering of what is designed for the restraining and punishing of the bad: I hope they will. pns11 vvb pns32 vmd vbi a-acp j cc j p-acp j-vvg pp-f r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j: pns11 vvb pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
416 But with reference to those who will yield no Help or Assistance in either of these respects, But with Referente to those who will yield no Help or Assistance in either of these respects, p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
417 neither in their Persons nor with their Money; how great supineness doth it argue in them! neither in their Persons nor with their Money; how great supineness does it argue in them! av-dx p-acp po32 n2 ccx p-acp po32 n1; c-crq j n1 vdz pn31 vvi p-acp pno32! (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
418 and the slender regard they have to the glory of God, or the good of their Country! and the slender regard they have to the glory of God, or the good of their Country! cc dt j n1 pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f po32 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
419 And how just might it be for God severely to animadvert upon them. And how just might it be for God severely to animadvert upon them. cc q-crq av vmd pn31 vbi p-acp np1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
420 And since they would do nothing for the stopping the Plague of wickedness among us, their Families should be first in the Infection, their Sin punish'd in the rebellion and degeneracy of their Children; And since they would do nothing for the stopping the Plague of wickedness among us, their Families should be First in the Infection, their since punished in the rebellion and degeneracy of their Children; cc c-acp pns32 vmd vdi pix p-acp dt vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, po32 n2 vmd vbi ord p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
421 and when Judgments shall come upon the Land, they should feel the first and smartest stroaks of them. and when Judgments shall come upon the Land, they should feel the First and Smartest Strokes of them. cc q-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt ord cc js n2 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 51
422 3. Those are to be censur'd and reprov'd, who being in places of Power and Authority, are unfaithful in their Office, not only as they connive at Vice in not punishing it, 3. Those Are to be censured and reproved, who being in places of Power and authority, Are unfaithful in their Office, not only as they connive At Vice in not punishing it, crd d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, r-crq vbg p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr j p-acp po32 n1, xx av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp xx vvg pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 51
423 but encourage it by their own Example, and browbeat and discountenance such as inform against Offenders that they might be brought to Justice. but encourage it by their own Exampl, and browbeat and discountenance such as inform against Offenders that they might be brought to justice. cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po32 d n1, cc vvi cc vvi d c-acp vvi p-acp n2 cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 52
424 How sad is the case, when they that should be a Terror to Evildoers shall become the patrons of Vice; How sad is the case, when they that should be a Terror to Evildoers shall become the Patrons of Vice; q-crq j vbz dt n1, c-crq pns32 cst vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp n2 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 52
425 who instead of discouraging Prophaneness and Immorality shall lead men on to it, and rather than use the Sword for the punishing of Sinners, shall reach forth a shield to defend them. who instead of discouraging Profaneness and Immorality shall led men on to it, and rather than use the Sword for the punishing of Sinners, shall reach forth a shield to defend them. r-crq av pp-f vvg n1 cc n1 vmb vvi n2 a-acp p-acp pn31, cc av-c cs vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, vmb vvi av dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 52
426 It is a Crime which we condemn and abhor, when one in a private station is found unfaithful to his Trust, It is a Crime which we condemn and abhor, when one in a private station is found unfaithful to his Trust, pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi, c-crq pi p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn j p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 52
427 tho it is in a thing comparatively trivial; though it is in a thing comparatively trivial; cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 av-j j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 52
428 how much more in the Post of a Magistrate, and in a matter wherein the good of the Publick is concern'd, where his Fidelity is too engag'd, not only in point of Honour, how much more in the Post of a Magistrate, and in a matter wherein the good of the Public is concerned, where his Fidis is too engaged, not only in point of Honour, c-crq d dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt j pp-f dt j vbz vvn, c-crq po31 n1 vbz av vvn, xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 52
429 but under the sacred Tie of an Oath, the breach of which does render him both perfidious and perjur'd? but under the sacred Tie of an Oath, the breach of which does render him both perfidious and perjured? cc-acp p-acp dt j vvb pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vdz vvi pno31 d j cc j-vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 52
430 An evil Magistracy has been reckon'd of such fatal consequence to the Publick in antient Governments, that they took all imaginable care whom they chose into such a Post; an evil Magistracy has been reckoned of such fatal consequence to the Public in ancient Governments, that they took all imaginable care whom they chosen into such a Post; dt j-jn n1 vhz vbn vvn pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt j p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vvd d j n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 52
431 and if any prov'd unfaithful, they thought no Punishment severe enough for them. and if any proved unfaithful, they Thought no Punishment severe enough for them. cc cs d vvd j, pns32 vvd dx n1 j av-d p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 53
432 We may read of those who have been flead, and the Seats of Justice cover'd with their skins, We may read of those who have been flayed, and the Seats of justice covered with their skins, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d r-crq vhb vbn vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 53
433 as a Mark of perpetual Infamy, and for a Terror to them who should succeed in their places. as a Mark of perpetual Infamy, and for a Terror to them who should succeed in their places. c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 53
434 And tho we have no such frightful usages among us, yet the belief of a God, And though we have no such frightful usages among us, yet the belief of a God, cc cs pns12 vhb dx d j n2 p-acp pno12, av dt n1 pp-f dt np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 53
435 and that Magistracy is his Ordinance, that persons in places of Power do act under him as his Deputies and Delegates, and that Magistracy is his Ordinance, that Persons in places of Power do act under him as his Deputies and Delegates, cc d n1 vbz po31 n1, cst n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 53
436 and that they must give a strict account another day of their trust, as well as other men; and that they must give a strict account Another day of their trust, as well as other men; cc cst pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 53
437 when the guilt of all those Abominations which it was their duty to have restrain'd and punish'd shall be laid at their door: when the guilt of all those Abominations which it was their duty to have restrained and punished shall be laid At their door: c-crq dt n1 pp-f d d n2 r-crq pn31 vbds po32 n1 pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 53
438 All these things, I say, put together, would furnish them with such considerations as are enough, one would think, to awaken the most senseless and stupid; All these things, I say, put together, would furnish them with such considerations as Are enough, one would think, to awaken the most senseless and stupid; d d n2, pns11 vvb, vvb av, vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr d, pi vmd vvi, pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 53
439 and make a man either afraid to take upon him the Office of a Magistrate, or to resolve to execute it with the greatest Faithfulness and Diligence. I pass to the and make a man either afraid to take upon him the Office of a Magistrate, or to resolve to execute it with the greatest Faithfulness and Diligence. I pass to the cc vvb dt n1 d j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 53
440 IV. And last use of Exhortation, wherewith I shall conclude. And, IV. And last use of Exhortation, wherewith I shall conclude. And, np1 cc ord n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi. np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 116 Page 53
441 1. As to what more especially respects your selves, who are of the Societies for Reformation; 1. As to what more especially respects your selves, who Are of the Societies for Reformation; crd p-acp p-acp q-crq av-dc av-j vvz po22 n2, r-crq vbr pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
442 my Exhortation to you is, that watching strictly over your own Lives (which should be very exact and exemplary) you would continue to encourage and provoke one another to this good Work. my Exhortation to you is, that watching strictly over your own Lives (which should be very exact and exemplary) you would continue to encourage and provoke one Another to this good Work. po11 n1 p-acp pn22 vbz, cst vvg av-j p-acp po22 d n2 (r-crq vmd vbi av j cc j) pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
443 Be not balk'd by any difficulties, discouragements, or oppositions you meet with, but consider your great Lord and Master, who bore such contradiction of Sinners, Be not balked by any difficulties, discouragements, or oppositions you meet with, but Consider your great Lord and Master, who boar such contradiction of Sinners, vbb xx vvn p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2 pn22 vvb p-acp, cc-acp vvb po22 j n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd d n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
444 lest you grow weary and faint in your minds. lest you grow weary and faint in your minds. cs pn22 vvb j cc j p-acp po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
445 Preserve the sweet Harmony and Affection that hath hitherto obtain'd among you, and increase the good Opinion you have of each other, Preserve the sweet Harmony and Affection that hath hitherto obtained among you, and increase the good Opinion you have of each other, vvb dt j n1 cc n1 cst vhz av vvn p-acp pn22, cc vvi dt j n1 pn22 vhb pp-f d n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
446 so that the Devil and his Emissaries by all the stratagems they shall use may not be able to divide and weaken you. so that the devil and his Emissaries by all the stratagems they shall use may not be able to divide and weaken you. av cst dt n1 cc po31 n2 p-acp d dt n2 pns32 vmb vvi vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
447 Go on to convince the World, that whatever particular Sentiments you may have about lesser doubtful matters of Religion, Go on to convince the World, that whatever particular Sentiments you may have about lesser doubtful matters of Religion, vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst r-crq j n2 pn22 vmb vhi p-acp jc j n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
448 yet in the most substantial, plain and necessary things you heartily agree, and can as heartily concur to promote them; yet in the most substantial, plain and necessary things you heartily agree, and can as heartily concur to promote them; av p-acp dt av-ds j, j cc j n2 pn22 av-j vvb, cc vmb a-acp av-j vvb pc-acp vvi pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 54
449 appearing herein for the cause of Religion as the antient Romans for their Commonwealth, with whom it was a generous principle to sacrifice their private piques and quarrels to the publick good. appearing herein for the cause of Religion as the ancient Romans for their Commonwealth, with whom it was a generous principle to sacrifice their private piques and quarrels to the public good. vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j np1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 55
450 And did we all employ our Zeal more this way, it would be found one of the most effectual means to put an end to those Heats and Animosities that have been so much lamented by sober Men of all Parties. And did we all employ our Zeal more this Way, it would be found one of the most effectual means to put an end to those Heats and Animosities that have been so much lamented by Sobrium Men of all Parties. cc vdd pns12 d vvi po12 n1 n1 d n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 cst vhb vbn av av-d vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 117 Page 55
451 I shall offer but one thing more, and it is, that you would yield all the assistance to each other you can, by your often meeting together to consult and advise about the most proper methods to prosecute what you have undertaken. I shall offer but one thing more, and it is, that you would yield all the assistance to each other you can, by your often meeting together to consult and Advice about the most proper methods to prosecute what you have undertaken. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc, cc pn31 vbz, cst pn22 vmd vvi d dt n1 p-acp d n-jn pn22 vmb, p-acp po22 av vvg av pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq pn22 vhb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 55
452 And might it not be of some further use in promoting this great design of Reformation, And might it not be of Some further use in promoting this great Design of Reformation, cc vmd pn31 xx vbi pp-f d jc n1 p-acp j-vvg d j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 55
453 if (as I understand there are divers Societies, some consisting of Persons of inferior, if (as I understand there Are diverse Societies, Some consisting of Persons of inferior, cs (c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr j n2, d vvg pp-f n2 pp-f j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 55
454 and others of a higher Rank) those of the latter sort would favour the other more frequently with their presence, which will very much animate and encourage them? like Soldiers who are observ'd never to fight so couragiously, and Others of a higher Rank) those of the latter sort would favour the other more frequently with their presence, which will very much animate and encourage them? like Soldiers who Are observed never to fight so courageously, cc n2-jn pp-f dt jc n1) d pp-f dt d n1 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 av-j p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vmb av av-d vvi cc vvi pno32? j n2 r-crq vbr vvn av-x pc-acp vvi av av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 55
455 as when their general Officers appear at the head of them. But this I propose with submission. as when their general Officers appear At the head of them. But this I propose with submission. c-acp c-crq po32 j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. p-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 55
456 2. As to those you would reform: 2. As to those you would reform: crd p-acp p-acp d pn22 vmd vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 56
457 It is not needful that I exhort you to what others have so largely insisted upon already, It is not needful that I exhort you to what Others have so largely insisted upon already, pn31 vbz xx j cst pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp r-crq n2-jn vhb av av-j vvd p-acp av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 56
458 and which I believe you are careful to observe. and which I believe you Are careful to observe. cc r-crq pns11 vvb pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 56
459 It may suffice that I only hint to you, that you would make the Word of God your guide in this important affair: It may suffice that I only hint to you, that you would make the Word of God your guide in this important affair: pn31 vmb vvi cst pns11 av-j n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po22 n1 p-acp d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 56
460 And therefore bearing no Wrath, Malice, Revenge, &c. against any man in your hearts, but strictly observing the Rules of Charity and Mercy, you would see that with meekness and compassion, And Therefore bearing no Wrath, Malice, Revenge, etc. against any man in your hearts, but strictly observing the Rules of Charity and Mercy, you would see that with meekness and compassion, cc av vvg dx n1, n1, n1, av p-acp d n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc-acp av-j vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn22 vmd vvi cst p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 56
461 and yet with great impartiality and prudence, you endeavour to reclaim wicked Men from their Sins. And, 1st. By Verbal Reproof, if by this there is any likelyhood of prevailing upon them; and yet with great impartiality and prudence, you endeavour to reclaim wicked Men from their Sins. And, 1st. By Verbal Reproof, if by this there is any likelihood of prevailing upon them; cc av p-acp j n1 cc n1, pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po32 n2. np1, ord. p-acp j n1, cs p-acp d pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 56
462 not proceeding to rougher methods when milder ones may do, nor hastily passing those by as incorrigible Sinners who may not be so: not proceeding to rougher methods when milder ones may do, nor hastily passing those by as incorrigible Sinners who may not be so: xx vvg p-acp jc n2 c-crq jc pi2 vmb vdi, ccx av-j vvg d p-acp a-acp j n2 r-crq vmb xx vbi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 56
463 but having found upon sufficient trial, or being well assur'd upon other grounds, there is no good to be done this way; then 2dly. Apply your selves to that which God in cases of extremity hath appointed. but having found upon sufficient trial, or being well assured upon other grounds, there is no good to be done this Way; then 2dly. Apply your selves to that which God in cases of extremity hath appointed. cc-acp vhg vvn p-acp j n1, cc vbg av vvn p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vbz dx j pc-acp vbi vdn d n1; av av-j. np1 po22 n2 p-acp d r-crq np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vhz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 56
464 If they are really Scorners, deal with them as such: If they Are really Scorner's, deal with them as such: cs pns32 vbr av-j ng1, vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 56
465 and to stir you up to the vigorous prosecution of the Laws against these hardned and obstinate Offenders, I shall offer a few things to your consideration: As, 1st. and to stir you up to the vigorous prosecution of the Laws against these hardened and obstinate Offenders, I shall offer a few things to your consideration: As, 1st. cc pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d j-vvn cc j n2, pns11 vmb vvi dt d n2 p-acp po22 n1: c-acp, ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 57
466 That tho the foregoing Discourse should not fully convince you of your duty herein, yet your own enlightned Consciences cannot but prompt you to it, That though the foregoing Discourse should not Fully convince you of your duty herein, yet your own enlightened Consciences cannot but prompt you to it, cst cs dt vvg n1 vmd xx av-j vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n1 av, av po22 d vvd n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 57
467 and tell you that God expects it from you. Here you do not run before you are sent, nor answer before you are call'd. and tell you that God expects it from you. Here you do not run before you Are sent, nor answer before you Are called. cc vvb pn22 cst np1 vvz pn31 p-acp pn22. av pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn22 vbr vvn, ccx vvi p-acp pn22 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 57
468 May those words therefore be always fresh in your Memory, Thou shalt not hate thy Brother in thine Heart, thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy Neighbour, May those words Therefore be always fresh in your Memory, Thou shalt not hate thy Brother in thine Heart, thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy Neighbour, vmb d n2 av vbi av j p-acp po22 n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vm2 p-acp d j n1 po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 57
469 and not suffer sin upon him, Levit. 19.17. and not suffer since upon him, Levit. 19.17. cc xx vvi n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 57
470 Implying that not to rebuke him is to hate him, to be accessary to his Damnation, and guilty of his Blood. 2dly. It is your honour and glory to be engag'd in this Work: Implying that not to rebuke him is to hate him, to be accessary to his Damnation, and guilty of his Blood. 2dly. It is your honour and glory to be engaged in this Work: vvg cst xx pc-acp vvi pno31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp po31 n1, cc j pp-f po31 n1. av. pn31 vbz po22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 57
471 what Service is more honourable than the being employ'd in beating down the Devil's Kingdom, in lifting up the Name of God, in promoting the Peace, Welfare and Happiness of your Country, what Service is more honourable than the being employed in beating down the Devil's Kingdom, in lifting up the Name of God, in promoting the Peace, Welfare and Happiness of your Country, r-crq n1 vbz av-dc j cs dt n1 vvd p-acp vvg a-acp dt ng1 n1, p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j-vvg dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 57
472 and in doing the most beneficial kindness to your Neighbour? Indeed hereby we incur the anger and reproach of those we have to deal with, and in doing the most beneficial kindness to your Neighbour? Indeed hereby we incur the anger and reproach of those we have to deal with, cc p-acp vdg dt av-ds j n1 p-acp po22 n1? av av pns12 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 58
473 but this is little to be regarded by us. but this is little to be regarded by us. cc-acp d vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 58
474 And if we are calumniated for doing of good, we ought not to be discourag'd thereby, And if we Are calumniated for doing of good, we ought not to be discouraged thereby, cc cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vdg pp-f j, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 58
475 but esteem it our honour that God hath thought us worthy to suffer for his sake. but esteem it our honour that God hath Thought us worthy to suffer for his sake. cc-acp vvb pn31 po12 n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 58
476 This is to be like our blessed Lord, who was grievously reviled and mocked, even by those very Sinners he came to reform and save. This is to be like our blessed Lord, who was grievously reviled and mocked, even by those very Sinners he Come to reform and save. d vbz pc-acp vbi av-j po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq vbds av-j vvn cc vvn, av p-acp d j n2 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
477 Yet he went on in his merciful design, tho at last it cost him his Life, Yet he went on in his merciful Design, though At last it cost him his Life, av pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cs p-acp ord pn31 vvd pno31 po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
478 and the warm Blood of his Heart. and the warm Blood of his Heart. cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
479 This is to be like the holy Apostles and Martyrs, who had trial of cruel Mockings and Scourgings, This is to be like the holy Apostles and Martyrs, who had trial of cruel Mockings and Scourgings, d vbz pc-acp vbi av-j dt j n2 cc n2, r-crq vhd n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
480 yea moreover of Bonds and Imprisonments: Yet they persisted in their endeavours to amend the World. yea moreover of Bonds and Imprisonments: Yet they persisted in their endeavours to amend the World. uh av pp-f n2 cc n2: av pns32 vvn p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
481 And indeed who should be asham'd to be engaged in such a Cause as this, And indeed who should be ashamed to be engaged in such a Cause as this, cc av q-crq vmd vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
482 or afraid to die for it, since it is worth losing a mortal Life, if it be to save but one immortal Soul? or afraid to die for it, since it is worth losing a Mortal Life, if it be to save but one immortal Soul? cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp pn31 vbz j vvg dt j-jn n1, cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 58
483 It may afford great comfort to us, to think that all our present shame will redound to our future glory, that every reproach and calumny we suffer will but add to the lustre and brightness of our Crown. It may afford great Comfort to us, to think that all our present shame will redound to our future glory, that every reproach and calumny we suffer will but add to the lustre and brightness of our Crown. pn31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi cst d po12 j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 j-jn n1, cst d n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb n1 p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 59
484 For these light afflictions, saith the Apostle, which are but for a moment, shall work out for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory. For these Light afflictions, Says the Apostle, which Are but for a moment, shall work out for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory. p-acp d j n2, vvz dt n1, r-crq vbr cc-acp p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi av p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 59
485 Who then should fly back from such a work? fly back! Who then should fly back from such a work? fly back! r-crq av vmd vvi av p-acp d dt n1? vvb av! (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 59
486 nay who should not strive and be ambitious to appear in it? and herein be as forward to suppress mens sins, nay who should not strive and be ambitious to appear in it? and herein be as forward to suppress men's Sins, uh q-crq vmd xx vvi cc vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31? cc av vbi c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 59
487 as they are greedy in committing ' em? 3dly. Consider the advantageous opportunity God hath put into your hands for the furthering your designs: as they Are greedy in committing ' em? 3dly. Consider the advantageous opportunity God hath put into your hands for the furthering your designs: c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp vvg ' pno32? av. np1 dt j n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg po22 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 59
488 we have a good KING, the brightest Ornament we have ever seen in the English Throne, who as he hath studied, we have a good KING, the Brightest Ornament we have ever seen in the English Throne, who as he hath studied, pns12 vhb dt j n1, dt js n1 pns12 vhb av vvn p-acp dt jp n1, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 59
489 and ventured his Life to procure our Peace and Quiet, so he hath not been wanting in his care that under his Government we may live in all Godliness and Honesty. and ventured his Life to procure our Peace and Quiet, so he hath not been wanting in his care that under his Government we may live in all Godliness and Honesty. cc vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc j-jn, av pns31 vhz xx vbn vvg p-acp po31 n1 cst p-acp po31 n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 59
490 How often hath he express'd his desires of a Reformation? and by his Speeches to both Houses of Parliament, How often hath he expressed his Desires of a Reformation? and by his Speeches to both Houses of Parliament, c-crq av vhz pns31 vvn po31 n2 pp-f dt n1? cc p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 59
491 and issuing out his Proclamations, hath done his part to endeavour it? And shall the KING cry for Justice, and will not the People too? Would the King have us reform'd, and issuing out his Proclamations, hath done his part to endeavour it? And shall the KING cry for justice, and will not the People too? Would the King have us reformed, cc vvg av po31 n2, vhz vdn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31? cc vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1, cc vmb xx dt n1 av? vmd dt n1 vhi pno12 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 59
492 and shall we hate to be reform'd? and shall we hate to be reformed? cc vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 60
493 Again, you have many of the NOBILITY and JƲDGES of the Land, who in their Letter prefixt to a Book intituled, An Account of the Societies for Reformation of Manners, and worthy to be recommended, have publickly applauded the Design, Again, you have many of the NOBILT and JƲDGES of the Land, who in their letter prefixed to a Book entitled, an Account of the Societies for Reformation of Manners, and worthy to be recommended, have publicly applauded the Design, av, pn22 vhb d pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn, dt vvb pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn, vhb av-j vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 60
494 and the Methods propos'd for the accomplishing of it; and the Methods proposed for the accomplishing of it; cc dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 60
495 adding their most humble and hearty Prayer, That Pious men of all Ranks and Qualities, may be excited by this good Book to contribute their best endeavors toward a national Reformation of Manners. adding their most humble and hearty Prayer, That Pious men of all Ranks and Qualities, may be excited by this good Book to contribute their best endeavors towards a national Reformation of Manners. vvg po32 av-ds j cc j n1, cst j n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2, vmb vbi vvd p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 js n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 128 Page 60
496 Besides, our REPRESENTATIVES in Parliament have taken care there should not be wanting good Laws to discourage Prophaneness and Immorality, Beside, our REPRESENTATIVES in Parliament have taken care there should not be wanting good Laws to discourage Profaneness and Immorality, a-acp, po12 n2 p-acp n1 vhb vvn n1 a-acp vmd xx vbi vvg j n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 60
497 and have made it their humble Address to the King that he would issue out his Proclamation commanding all his Majesty's Judges, Justices of the Peace, and have made it their humble Address to the King that he would issue out his Proclamation commanding all his Majesty's Judges, Justices of the Peace, cc vhb vvn pn31 po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi av po31 n1 vvg d po31 ng1 n2, n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 60
498 and other Magistrates, to put in speedy execution those good Laws that are now in force against those Vices, which was accordingly done. and other Magistrates, to put in speedy execution those good Laws that Are now in force against those Vices, which was accordingly done. cc j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 d j n2 cst vbr av p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbds av-vvg vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 60
499 And lastly, you have many good Magistrates that hold up the Sword ready to smite, and only want your bringing Offenders to Justice. And lastly, you have many good Magistrates that hold up the Sword ready to smite, and only want your bringing Offenders to justice. cc ord, pn22 vhb d j n2 cst vvb a-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vvi, cc av-j vvb po22 vvg n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 60
500 You especially of this City are honour'd with this Blessing. The CHIEF MAGISTRATE, like an Illustrious Head, communicates Life and Vigour to the Body Politick. You especially of this city Are honoured with this Blessing. The CHIEF MAGISTRATE, like an Illustrious Head, communicates Life and Vigour to the Body Politic. pn22 av-j pp-f d n1 vbr vvn p-acp d n1. dt j-jn n1, av-j dt j n1, n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 61
501 On these occasions he countenances you (my Brethren of the Church of England ) with his presence in your Assemblies, On these occasions he countenances you (my Brothers of the Church of England) with his presence in your Assemblies, p-acp d n2 pns31 n2 pn22 (po11 n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 61
502 and all of us with his Power; and may he with the rest of his Brethren continue to do so. and all of us with his Power; and may he with the rest of his Brothers continue to do so. cc d pp-f pno12 p-acp po31 n1; cc vmb pns31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvb pc-acp vdi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 61
503 May he carry the Sword triumphantly through this City, driving Sinners before him, who are timorous enough when Justice looks them in the face. May he carry the Sword triumphantly through this city, driving Sinners before him, who Are timorous enough when justice looks them in the face. vmb pns31 vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp d n1, vvg n2 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbr j av-d c-crq n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 61
504 May he entail a lasting honour upon himself by thus honouring of God; May he entail a lasting honour upon himself by thus honouring of God; vmb pns31 vvi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp px31 p-acp av vvg pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 61
505 and finally, may he thus set a truly great Example to those that shall succeed him. and finally, may he thus Set a truly great Exampl to those that shall succeed him. cc av-j, vmb pns31 av vvd dt av-j j n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 61
506 And now being favoured with so fair a juncture and opportunity, having all this to countenance you, a good King, good Laws, good Magistrates, And now being favoured with so fair a juncture and opportunity, having all this to countenance you, a good King, good Laws, good Magistrates, cc av vbg vvn p-acp av j dt n1 cc n1, vhg d d pc-acp vvi pn22, dt j n1, j n2, j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 61
507 and good men of all Ranks and Qualities to own you, how should this inspire you with Zeal, and good men of all Ranks and Qualities to own you, how should this inspire you with Zeal, cc j n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pn22, q-crq vmd d vvi pn22 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 61
508 and embolden you in your Work? And how much of guilt will lie at their door who act in a private capacity, and embolden you in your Work? And how much of guilt will lie At their door who act in a private capacity, cc vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1? cc c-crq d pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 r-crq n1 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 61
509 if a Reformation of Manners be not vigorously carried on! if a Reformation of Manners be not vigorously carried on! cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vbb xx av-j vvn a-acp! (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 62
510 Stir up your selves therefore, and be of good Courage, and the Lord of Hosts will be with you. 4ly. Stir up your selves Therefore, and be of good Courage, and the Lord of Hosts will be with you. 4ly. n1 a-acp po22 n2 av, cc vbi pp-f j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi p-acp pn22. av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 131 Page 62
511 And lastly, consider the success you have hitherto had, and let that encourage you. You have met with many difficulties, but have surmounted them. And lastly, Consider the success you have hitherto had, and let that encourage you. You have met with many difficulties, but have surmounted them. cc ord, vvb dt n1 pn22 vhb av vhn, cc vvb d vvi pn22. pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d n2, cc-acp vhb vvd pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 62
512 You have begun the work, and that was the greatest difficulty of all; don't faint therefore, but go on. You have begun the work, and that was the greatest difficulty of all; don't faint Therefore, but go on. pn22 vhb vvn dt n1, cc cst vbds dt js n1 pp-f d; vdbx j av, cc-acp vvb a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 62
513 Some have been reform'd by you, and bless God heartily for it, and more have been restrain'd. some have been reformed by you, and bless God heartily for it, and more have been restrained. d vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn22, cc vvb np1 av-j p-acp pn31, cc dc vhb vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 62
514 I hear your Societies increase, and are strengthned; may they do so still. This will put Sinners out of heart. They begin to give ground; I hear your Societies increase, and Are strengthened; may they do so still. This will put Sinners out of heart. They begin to give ground; pns11 vvb po22 n2 vvi, cc vbr vvn; vmb pns32 vdb av av. d vmb vvi n2 av pp-f n1. pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 62
515 do you not only maintain yours, but pursue them. do you not only maintain yours, but pursue them. vdb pn22 xx av-j vvi png22, cc-acp vvb pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 62
516 And thus, if out of a conviction of your duty, and an aim at the glory of God, joining a pity to Sinners with your punishing of 'em, And thus, if out of a conviction of your duty, and an aim At the glory of God, joining a pity to Sinners with your punishing of they, cc av, cs av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po22 n-vvg pp-f pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 62
517 and praying God to bless those Punishments to them, you vigorously prosecute your charitable and noble Undertaking, you will do abundance of good, you will at least drive Sin into corners; and praying God to bless those Punishments to them, you vigorously prosecute your charitable and noble Undertaking, you will do abundance of good, you will At least drive since into corners; cc vvg np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pno32, pn22 av-j vvb po22 j cc j n-vvg, pn22 vmb vdi n1 pp-f j, pn22 vmb p-acp ds vvi n1 p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 62
518 and tho men should not cease to commit it, you will no longer behold it; and if you cannot remove guilt from their Persons, you will from the Nation. and though men should not cease to commit it, you will no longer behold it; and if you cannot remove guilt from their Persons, you will from the nation. cc cs n2 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, pn22 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi pn31; cc cs pn22 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, pn22 vmb p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 63
519 You will avert the heavy Judgments of God, and draw down a Blessing upon your selves, your Families, the Land; You will avert the heavy Judgments of God, and draw down a Blessing upon your selves, your Families, the Land; pn22 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, po22 n2, dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 63
520 and when you have done your work, and your life is ended, Men will have reason to say as they are following you to your grave, we accompany the Corps of one, who while he liv'd was a Reformer of this World, and when you have done your work, and your life is ended, Men will have reason to say as they Are following you to your grave, we accompany the Corpse of one, who while he lived was a Reformer of this World, cc c-crq pn22 vhb vdn po22 n1, cc po22 n1 vbz vvn, n2 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vbr vvg pn22 p-acp po22 n1, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f crd, r-crq n1 pns31 vvd vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 63
521 and is now gon to live in a better. and is now gone to live in a better. cc vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 63
522 But how short is this of that Commendation which your departed Spirits shall have, when introduc'd into the presence of your glorified Master, whose Interest you have industriously promoted, But how short is this of that Commendation which your departed Spirits shall have, when introduced into the presence of your glorified Master, whose Interest you have industriously promoted, cc-acp c-crq j vbz d pp-f d n1 r-crq po22 j-vvn n2 vmb vhi, c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 vvn n1, rg-crq n1 pn22 vhb av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 63
523 and who thereupon will openly acknowledg and abundantly reward it by saying, Well done good and faithful Servant, enter into the Joy of your Lord. Amen. FINIS. and who thereupon will openly acknowledge and abundantly reward it by saying, Well done good and faithful Servant, enter into the Joy of your Lord. Amen. FINIS. cc r-crq av vmb av-j vvi cc av-j vvi pn31 p-acp vvg, av vdn j cc j n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 63

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