A sermon preached at the Temple-Church, May 29. 1692 printed at the desire of the Bench-Table of the honourable Society of the Inner-Temple / by William Sherlock ...

Sherlock, William, 1641?-1707
Publisher: Printed for Will Rogers
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1692
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A59882 ESTC ID: R15520 STC ID: S3353
Subject Headings: Kings and rulers; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 1 TIM. II. 1, 2. I exhort therefore, that first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men: 1 TIM. II 1, 2. I exhort Therefore, that First of all, supplications, Prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men: crd n1. crd crd, crd pns11 vvb av, cst ord pp-f d, n2, n2, n2, cc vvg pp-f n2 vbb vvn p-acp d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 7
1 For Kings, and for all that are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. ST. For Kings, and for all that Are in Authority, that we may led a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. SAINT. c-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn cc j n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. zz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 7
2 Paul wrote this Epistle to Timothy, to instruct him in the discharge of his Episcopal Office and Power, to which he had ordained him: Paul wrote this Epistle to Timothy, to instruct him in the discharge of his Episcopal Office and Power, to which he had ordained him: np1 vvd d n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 np1 n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 7
3 And the first thing he gives him in charge (whereby we may guess what weight he laid on it) is this in my Text, I exhort therefore, That first of all, or I first of all exhort, that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men. And the First thing he gives him in charge (whereby we may guess what weight he laid on it) is this in my Text, I exhort Therefore, That First of all, or I First of all exhort, that supplications, Prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men. cc dt ord n1 pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1 (c-crq pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vvd p-acp pn31) vbz d p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb av, cst ord pp-f d, cc pns11 ord pp-f d vvb, d n2, n2, n2, cc vvg pp-f n2, vbb vvn p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 7
4 To affix a proper and distinct signification on these words, Supplications, Prayers, Intercessions, and giving of thanks, which are recommended as the distinct parts of Prayer, Learned men tell us, that NONLATINALPHABET, which we render Supplications, signifies Prayer to avert evils, NONLATINALPHABET, Prayers for the obtaining some good; To affix a proper and distinct signification on these words, Supplications, Prayers, Intercessions, and giving of thanks, which Are recommended as the distinct parts of Prayer, Learned men tell us, that, which we render Supplications, signifies Prayer to avert evils,, Prayers for the obtaining Some good; pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n2, n2, n2, n2, cc vvg pp-f n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, j n2 vvb pno12, cst, r-crq pns12 vvb n2, vvz n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn,, n2 p-acp dt vvg d j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
5 and that NONLATINALPHABET, are properly Intercessions or Prayers for other men; and that, Are properly Intercessions or Prayers for other men; cc d, vbr av-j n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
6 but this is too general a notion of it, since in this place the Apostle applies Supplications and Prayers, as well as Intercessions, to praying for other men, even for all men: but this is too general a notion of it, since in this place the Apostle Applies Supplications and Prayers, as well as Intercessions, to praying for other men, even for all men: cc-acp d vbz av j dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz n2 cc n2, c-acp av c-acp n2, p-acp vvg p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
7 And therefore the proper notion of NONLATINALPHABET, is to intercede for a sinner, for the pardon of his sin, And Therefore the proper notion of, is to intercede for a sinner, for the pardon of his since, cc av dt j n1 pp-f, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
8 and to reconcile him again to God, whom he hath offended, as the word is most commonly used. and to reconcile him again to God, whom he hath offended, as the word is most commonly used. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp np1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, c-acp dt n1 vbz av-ds av-j vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
9 Giving of Thanks is blessing God for good things already received; Giving of Thanks is blessing God for good things already received; vvg pp-f n2 vbz n1 np1 p-acp j n2 av vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
10 which the same Apostle makes essential to an acceptable and effectual Prayer. 4. Phil. 6. Be careful for nothing, but in every thing by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God. which the same Apostle makes essential to an acceptable and effectual Prayer. 4. Philip 6. Be careful for nothing, but in every thing by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God. r-crq dt d n1 vvz j p-acp dt j cc j n1. crd np1 crd vbb j p-acp pix, cc-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, vvb po22 n2 vbb vvn vvn p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
11 Thus we pray for our selves, That God would deliver us from evil, that he would do us good, that he would forgive our sins; Thus we pray for our selves, That God would deliver us from evil, that he would do us good, that he would forgive our Sins; av pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n-jn, cst pns31 vmd vdi pno12 j, cst pns31 vmd vvi po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
12 and we thank him for the Blessings, and all the good things we already enjoy; and thus we must do for others, even for all men; and we thank him for the Blessings, and all the good things we already enjoy; and thus we must do for Others, even for all men; cc pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2, cc d dt j n2 pns12 av vvi; cc av pns12 vmb vdi p-acp n2-jn, av p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 8
13 tho the Apostle has not so much regard here to our private Prayers, as to the Publick Offices of Religion, those Publick Prayers which are made in the Publick Assemblies by the Bishop and Ministers, and the whole Congregation of Christians: though the Apostle has not so much regard Here to our private Prayers, as to the Public Offices of Religion, those Public Prayers which Are made in the Public Assemblies by the Bishop and Ministers, and the Whole Congregation of Christians: cs dt n1 vhz xx av av-d vvi av p-acp po12 j n2, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, d j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n2, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 9
14 For this advice which St. Paul gives Timothy in these Epistles, concerns the Publick Worship, and Government and Discipline of the Church; For this Advice which Saint Paul gives Timothy in these Epistles, concerns the Public Worship, and Government and Discipline of the Church; c-acp d n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz np1 p-acp d n2, vvz dt j n1, cc n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 9
15 we must in our private Devotions pray not only for our selves, but for all mankind; we must in our private Devotions pray not only for our selves, but for all mankind; pns12 vmb p-acp po12 j n2 vvb xx av-j p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 9
16 but Publick Prayers, the united Desires and Petitions of the Church, offered up by the Ministers of Christ, whose office it is to Bless and to Pray for the people, are most effectual and prevailing. but Public Prayers, the united Desires and Petitions of the Church, offered up by the Ministers of christ, whose office it is to Bless and to Pray for the people, Are most effectual and prevailing. cc-acp j n2, dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbr av-ds j cc j-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 9
17 Before I proceed to what I principally intend, viz. Our Prayers for Kings, and all that are in Authority, it will be useful to show you, on what great Reasons this Duty is founded, of praying for all men, as well as for our selves; Before I proceed to what I principally intend, viz. Our Prayers for Kings, and all that Are in authority, it will be useful to show you, on what great Reasons this Duty is founded, of praying for all men, as well as for our selves; p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp r-crq pns11 av-j vvb, n1 po12 n2 p-acp n2, cc d cst vbr p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22, p-acp r-crq j n2 d n1 vbz vvn, pp-f vvg p-acp d n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 9
18 and that both with respect to our selves, to other men, and to God. First, With respect to our selves. and that both with respect to our selves, to other men, and to God. First, With respect to our selves. cc cst d p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp np1. ord, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 9
19 Now 1. This is the noblest exercise of the most Divine Charity; this is truly to love all men as our selves; Now 1. This is the Noblest exercise of the most Divine Charity; this is truly to love all men as our selves; av crd d vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-jn n1; d vbz av-j pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 9
20 when we are touched with a sense of their wants, as well as of our own, when we Are touched with a sense of their Wants, as well as of our own, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp av c-acp pp-f po12 d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 9
21 and do heartily beg all those Blessings for them of God, which we do for our selves; and do heartily beg all those Blessings for them of God, which we do for our selves; cc vdb av-j vvi d d n2 p-acp pno32 pp-f np1, r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 9
22 when we are so far from envying their happiness, that we rejoice in it, and bless God for it, when we Are so Far from envying their happiness, that we rejoice in it, and bless God for it, c-crq pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg po32 n1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvb np1 p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 9
23 as we do for our own: Our Charity cannot be perfect without this; as we do for our own: Our Charity cannot be perfect without this; c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp po12 d: po12 n1 vmbx vbi j p-acp d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 9
24 for our power of doing good extends but to a few instances, and can reach but a very few persons; for our power of doing good extends but to a few instances, and can reach but a very few Persons; p-acp po12 n1 pp-f vdg j vvz p-acp p-acp dt d n2, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt j d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 10
25 and if our Charity be no larger than our power, it is a very worthless thing: and if our Charity be no larger than our power, it is a very worthless thing: cc cs po12 n1 vbb dx jc cs po12 n1, pn31 vbz dt av j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 10
26 But a Divine Charity wishes well to the whole Creation, and therefore recommends all mankind to the care and protection of that Almighty Goodness which governs the world. But a Divine Charity wishes well to the Whole Creation, and Therefore recommends all mankind to the care and protection of that Almighty goodness which governs the world. cc-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 r-crq vvz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 10
27 This is the highest Perfection both of the Man and the Christian; This is the highest Perfection both of the Man and the Christian; d vbz dt js n1 d pp-f dt n1 cc dt njp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 10
28 this is the true Spirit of Prayer, to offer up our Prayers to the God of Love, in the Spirit of Love and Charity. this is the true Spirit of Prayer, to offer up our Prayers to the God of Love, in the Spirit of Love and Charity. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 10
29 2 dly. This obliges us to the exercise of many Christian Graces and Vertues; 2 dly. This obliges us to the exercise of many Christian Graces and Virtues; crd av-j. d vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d njp n2 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 10
30 if we pray God to forgive our enemies, to be sure we must forgive them our selves; if we pray God to forgive our enemies, to be sure we must forgive them our selves; cs pns12 vvb np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vbi j pns12 vmb vvi pno32 po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 10
31 we must exercise great Patience, and Meekness, and Forbearance towards them; we must exercise great Patience, and Meekness, and Forbearance towards them; pns12 vmb vvi j n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 10
32 if we pray God to relieve the poor, to restore the sick, to reform the vicious, to enlighten those who are in error and darkness, if we pray God to relieve the poor, to restore the sick, to reform the vicious, to enlighten those who Are in error and darkness, cs pns12 vvb np1 pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 10
33 and to reduce wandring sheep into his fold, to deliver the oppressed, to support and comfort those who suffer for Righteousness sake, each of these Petitions involve a Duty in them; and to reduce wandering sheep into his fold, to deliver the oppressed, to support and Comfort those who suffer for Righteousness sake, each of these Petitions involve a Duty in them; cc pc-acp vvi j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 n1, d pp-f d n2 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 10
34 for what we pray God to do, we must do our selves, as far as it is in our power; for what we pray God to do, we must do our selves, as Far as it is in our power; p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb np1 pc-acp vdi, pns12 vmb vdi po12 n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 11
35 and therefore our Prayers for other men oblige us to do good to them, both to their souls and bodies; and Therefore our Prayers for other men oblige us to do good to them, both to their Souls and bodies; cc av po12 n2 p-acp j-jn n2 vvb pno12 pc-acp vdi j p-acp pno32, av-d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 11
36 and he who does heartily pray for other men, will do them all the good he can: and he who does heartily pray for other men, will do them all the good he can: cc pns31 r-crq vdz av-j vvi p-acp j-jn n2, vmb vdi pno32 d dt j pns31 vmb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 11
37 The same Charity which inspires his Prayers, will govern his actions; The same Charity which inspires his Prayers, will govern his actions; dt d n1 r-crq vvz po31 n2, vmb vvi po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 11
38 for it is a prophane Contempt and Mockery of God to ask him to do that which we will not do our selves. for it is a profane Contempt and Mockery of God to ask him to do that which we will not do our selves. p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi d r-crq pns12 vmb xx vdi po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 11
39 3 dly. Our Prayers for our selves are most acceptable to God, when we pray for other men also; 3 dly. Our Prayers for our selves Are most acceptable to God, when we pray for other men also; crd av-j. po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j-jn n2 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 11
40 as they must needs be, because they are offered up in the spirit of universal Charity, which alone, through the Merits of our Saviour Christ, makes our Prayers, our Alms, as they must needs be, Because they Are offered up in the Spirit of universal Charity, which alone, through the Merits of our Saviour christ, makes our Prayers, our Alms, c-acp pns32 vmb av vbi, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 np1, vvz po12 n2, po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 11
41 and all the good we do, acceptable to God: No Prayer can be lost, which is put up in Faith and Charity: and all the good we do, acceptable to God: No Prayer can be lost, which is put up in Faith and Charity: cc d dt j pns12 vdb, j p-acp np1: dx n1 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 11
42 If our Prayers do no good to those particular men for whom we pray, if they be not fit or worthy to receive the Mercies we pray for, If our Prayers do not good to those particular men for whom we pray, if they be not fit or worthy to receive the mercies we pray for, cs po12 n2 vdb xx j p-acp d j n2 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb, cs pns32 vbb xx j cc j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 11
43 yet our prayers, our peace, our blessing, shall return into our own bosoms, 10. Matt. 13. Secondly, It is very apparent of what use these Prayers are to the world. yet our Prayers, our peace, our blessing, shall return into our own bosoms, 10. Matt. 13. Secondly, It is very apparent of what use these Prayers Are to the world. av po12 n2, po12 n1, po12 n1, vmb vvi p-acp po12 d n2, crd np1 crd ord, pn31 vbz av j pp-f r-crq n1 d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 11
44 For many times the Prayers of good men avert those Judgments which hang over a wicked Nation, For many times the Prayers of good men avert those Judgments which hang over a wicked nation, p-acp d n2 dt n2 pp-f j n2 vvi d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
45 and procure publick Blessings for them: Those who never pray for themselves, may reap the benefit of other mens Prayers; and procure public Blessings for them: Those who never pray for themselves, may reap the benefit of other men's Prayers; cc vvi j n2 p-acp pno32: d r-crq av-x vvb p-acp px32, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
46 and the Prayers of those, who do pray for themselves, will be more effectual, when they are backed and reinforced by the united Prayers of the whole Church for them. and the Prayers of those, who do pray for themselves, will be more effectual, when they Are backed and reinforced by the united Prayers of the Whole Church for them. cc dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vdb vvi p-acp px32, vmb vbi av-dc j, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
47 It is a mighty comfort to every good Christian to think, that he shares in the Prayers of the whole Christian Church; It is a mighty Comfort to every good Christian to think, that he shares in the Prayers of the Whole Christian Church; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d j np1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn njp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
48 especially when he is under a cloud himself, and either cannot pray himself, or prays with great disturbance of thoughts, with great diffidence and distrust, and despondency of spirit; especially when he is under a cloud himself, and either cannot pray himself, or prays with great disturbance of thoughts, with great diffidence and distrust, and despondency of Spirit; av-j c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 px31, cc d vmbx vvi px31, cc vvz p-acp j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
49 at such times especially all men are very desirous, that other good Christians would pray with them, and for them; At such times especially all men Are very desirous, that other good Christians would pray with them, and for them; p-acp d n2 av-j d n2 vbr av j, cst j-jn j np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
50 and such men may comfort themselves, that how unfit soever they are to pray themselves, they have the Prayers, not only of their Friends and immediate Pastors, who personally know them, and such men may Comfort themselves, that how unfit soever they Are to pray themselves, they have the Prayers, not only of their Friends and immediate Pastors, who personally know them, cc d n2 vmb vvi px32, cst c-crq j av pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi px32, pns32 vhb dt n2, xx av-j pp-f po32 n2 cc j ng1, r-crq av-j vvb pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
51 but of all good Christians all the World over, who offer up their Prayers for themselves, but of all good Christians all the World over, who offer up their Prayers for themselves, cc-acp pp-f d j np1 d dt n1 a-acp, r-crq vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp px32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
52 and for all Mankind, especially for all the Members of Christ's Mystical Body ; and for all Mankind, especially for all the Members of Christ's Mystical Body; cc p-acp d n1, av-j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f npg1 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
53 which is a priviledge to be valued next to the Intercession of Christ for us all, which is a privilege to be valued next to the Intercession of christ for us all, r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
54 and should mightily reconcile us to a duty, which is so universally beneficial: for praying for other men intitles us to their Prayers for us; and should mightily reconcile us to a duty, which is so universally beneficial: for praying for other men entitles us to their Prayers for us; cc vmd av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz av av-j j: c-acp vvg p-acp j-jn n2 vvz pno12 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 12
55 and though we are not particularly named in their Prayers, God knows to whom they belong, and will apply them himself. and though we Are not particularly nam in their Prayers, God knows to whom they belong, and will apply them himself. cc cs pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, np1 vvz p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb, cc vmb vvi pno32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 13
56 Thirdly, And there is great reason, why God should command, and encourage, and reward our Prayers for each other: Thirdly, And there is great reason, why God should command, and encourage, and reward our Prayers for each other: ord, cc pc-acp vbz j n1, c-crq np1 vmd vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
57 Not only 1. Because it is the exercise of the most Divine Charity, and the Instrument of many Christian Virtues, Not only 1. Because it is the exercise of the most Divine Charity, and the Instrument of many Christian Virtues, xx av-j crd p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d njp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
58 as you have already heard, which you will grant a sufficient reason why God should encourage it. as you have already herd, which you will grant a sufficient reason why God should encourage it. c-acp pn22 vhb av vvn, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 c-crq np1 vmd vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
59 But 2 dly, Because it is the most becoming Address we can make to God, and that which also makes the most glorious and lovely representation of him; But 2 dly, Because it is the most becoming Address we can make to God, and that which also makes the most glorious and lovely representation of him; p-acp crd av, c-acp pn31 vbz dt av-ds j-vvg n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc cst r-crq av vvz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
60 that he is the Prince and the Father of all Mankind; who made, and who governs, and who preserves, and provides for all his Creatures; that he is the Prince and the Father of all Mankind; who made, and who governs, and who preserves, and provides for all his Creatures; cst pns31 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1; r-crq vvd, cc r-crq vvz, cc r-crq vvz, cc vvz p-acp d po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
61 which is as great and honourable a thought as we can have of God; which is as great and honourable a Thought as we can have of God; r-crq vbz a-acp j cc j dt n1 c-acp pns12 vmb vhi pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
62 and indeed this teaches us how to pray to God, and what to expect from him. and indeed this Teaches us how to pray to God, and what to expect from him. cc av d vvz pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
63 That we must not flatter our selves that he will be fond and partial to us; That we must not flatter our selves that he will be found and partial to us; cst pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 cst pns31 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
64 for all men are his Creatures, the Soul of the Father, and the Soul of the Son, are both his; for all men Are his Creatures, the Soul of the Father, and the Soul of the Son, Are both his; p-acp d n2 vbr po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-d png31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 13
65 and therefore as we may expect from God the kindness of a Gracious and Merciful Creator, and Therefore as we may expect from God the kindness of a Gracious and Merciful Creator, cc av c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
66 and through our Lord Jesus Christ, the kindness of a Father; so we must expect, that he will deal equally by all: and through our Lord jesus christ, the kindness of a Father; so we must expect, that he will deal equally by all: cc p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; av pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
67 That he will make no other difference, but what our personal Qualities and Virtues make: That he will make no other difference, but what our personal Qualities and Virtues make: cst pns31 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1, cc-acp r-crq po12 j n2 cc n2 vvb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
68 And therefore we must not presume to ask any thing of God, which is to the injury, And Therefore we must not presume to ask any thing of God, which is to the injury, cc av pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
69 or prejudice, or lessening of our Brother, to gratify our Pride, or Revenge, or some other evil Passions; or prejudice, or lessening of our Brother, to gratify our Pride, or Revenge, or Some other evil Passion; cc n1, cc vvg pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
70 for we pray to a common Father, who will adjust the Interests of Mankind, and have a due regard to the happiness of all. for we pray to a Common Father, who will adjust the Interests of Mankind, and have a due regard to the happiness of all. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vmb j dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vhb dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
71 And 3 dly, This gives credit and reputation to Religion in the World; And 3 dly, This gives credit and reputation to Religion in the World; cc crd av, d vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
72 that true Piety and Virtue makes the Prayers of good men effectual, not only for themselves, but for others; that true Piety and Virtue makes the Prayers of good men effectual, not only for themselves, but for Others; cst j n1 cc n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f j n2 j, xx av-j p-acp px32, cc-acp p-acp n2-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
73 that the better men are, the more power they have with God, which makes them a kind of Patron Saints, and tutelar Angels to the places where they live; that the better men Are, the more power they have with God, which makes them a kind of Patron Saints, and tutelar Angels to the places where they live; cst dt jc n2 vbr, dt av-dc n1 pns32 vhb p-acp np1, r-crq vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
74 this is a mighty honour to be the Friends and Favourites of God, to be able to fetch down Blessings from Heaven by our Prayers: this is a mighty honour to be the Friends and Favourites of God, to be able to fetch down Blessings from Heaven by our Prayers: d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
75 This makes Religion and Virtue truly venerable in the sight of all men; and it becomes the Wisdom of God to dispence his Blessings in such a manner, This makes Religion and Virtue truly venerable in the sighed of all men; and it becomes the Wisdom of God to dispense his Blessings in such a manner, d vvz n1 cc n1 av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; cc pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
76 as may conciliate Esteem and Reverence to true Religion in the World. as may conciliate Esteem and reverence to true Religion in the World. c-acp vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 14
77 It is time now to pass from this general Command of praying for all men, to that particular direction to pray for Kings, and for all that are in Authority. It is time now to pass from this general Command of praying for all men, to that particular direction to pray for Kings, and for all that Are in authority. pn31 vbz n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n2, p-acp cst j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 15
78 But before I shew you, what great reason there is to pray for Kings, it will be necessary to inquire, what Kings we must pray for. But before I show you, what great reason there is to pray for Kings, it will be necessary to inquire, what Kings we must pray for. p-acp a-acp pns11 vvb pn22, r-crq j n1 pc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, r-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 15
79 For though St. Paul makes no difference, there are some who do: For though Saint Paul makes no difference, there Are Some who do: p-acp cs n1 np1 vvz dx n1, pc-acp vbr d r-crq vdb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 15
80 Some there are among our selves, who withdraw from our Communion, because we pray in our publick Offices for Their present Majesties King WILLIAM, and Queen MARY, whom God long preserve. some there Are among our selves, who withdraw from our Communion, Because we pray in our public Offices for Their present Majesties King WILLIAM, and Queen MARY, whom God long preserve. d a-acp vbr p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp po32 j n2 n1 np1, cc n1 np1, ro-crq np1 av-j vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 15
81 There is not a more express Command for any thing in Scripture, than there is for praying for Kings, and for all that are in Authority, NONLATINALPHABET, in a state of Eminence and Superiority above others. There is not a more express Command for any thing in Scripture, than there is for praying for Kings, and for all that Are in authority,, in a state of Eminence and Superiority above Others. pc-acp vbz xx dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbz p-acp vvg p-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1,, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 15
82 And if Their present Majesties be so, as it is visible to all the World that they are, And if Their present Majesties be so, as it is visible to all the World that they Are, cc cs po32 j ng1 vbb av, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d dt n1 cst pns32 vbr, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 15
83 then they are included in this Apostolical Precept, to pray for Kings, and all in Authority. then they Are included in this Apostolical Precept, to pray for Kings, and all in authority. cs pns32 vbr vvd p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc d p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 15
84 Upon what Pretences some among us reject so plain a Duty, is sufficiently known: They say, by Kings, the Apostle means only Lawful and Rightful Kings ; Upon what Pretences Some among us reject so plain a Duty, is sufficiently known: They say, by Kings, the Apostle means only Lawful and Rightful Kings; p-acp r-crq n2 d p-acp pno12 vvi av j dt n1, vbz av-j vvn: pns32 vvb, p-acp n2, dt n1 vvz av-j j cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 15
85 that is, such Kings as are advanced to the Throne by an antecedent Legal Right, according to the Laws and Constitutions of the Countries and Kingdoms which they govern. that is, such Kings as Are advanced to the Throne by an antecedent Legal Right, according to the Laws and Constitutions of the Countries and Kingdoms which they govern. d vbz, d n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j n-jn, vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 16
86 And therefore in an Hereditary Kingdom no man is, or can be King, and no man must be prayed for as King, And Therefore in an Hereditary Kingdom no man is, or can be King, and no man must be prayed for as King, cc av p-acp dt j n1 dx n1 vbz, cc vmb vbi n1, cc dx n1 vmb vbi vvd p-acp p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 16
87 but He who has the Hereditary Right, as being the next lineal Heir. This Right, they say, is in the late King Iames, not in Their present Majesties ; but He who has the Hereditary Right, as being the next lineal Heir. This Right, they say, is in the late King James, not in Their present Majesties; cc-acp pns31 r-crq vhz dt j n-jn, p-acp vbg dt ord j n1. d j-jn, pns32 vvb, vbz p-acp dt j n1 np1, xx p-acp po32 j ng1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 16
88 and therefore notwithstanding Their being in possession of the Throne, we must not own Them, nor pray for Them as King and Queen. and Therefore notwithstanding Their being in possession of the Throne, we must not own Them, nor pray for Them as King and Queen. cc av p-acp po32 vbg p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32, ccx vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 16
89 I do not intend, nor is it fitting, to dispute Their Majesties Right, which is no matter of Scruple to me: I do not intend, nor is it fitting, to dispute Their Majesties Right, which is no matter of Scruple to me: pns11 vdb xx vvi, ccx vbz pn31 vvg, pc-acp vvi po32 ng1 av-jn, r-crq vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 16
90 Nor would it become me, before Two such learned Societies of Law, to say what the Laws of the Land require in such Cases. Nor would it become me, before Two such learned Societies of Law, to say what the Laws of the Land require in such Cases. ccx vmd pn31 vvi pno11, c-acp crd d j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 16
91 And therefore to keep to my own Profession, I shall only desire these Persons to tell me, where there is any such distinction as this in Scripture? viz. That we must not pray for all Kings, but only for legal Kings, who had an antecedent legal Right ; And Therefore to keep to my own Profession, I shall only desire these Persons to tell me, where there is any such distinction as this in Scripture? viz. That we must not pray for all Kings, but only for Legal Kings, who had an antecedent Legal Right; cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pno11, c-crq pc-acp vbz d d n1 c-acp d p-acp n1? n1 cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp j c-acp j n2, r-crq vhd dt n1 j j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 16
92 for in any other sense, those are legal Kings, who are invested with the Regal Authority, with all the Legal Rites of investiture. for in any other sense, those Are Legal Kings, who Are invested with the Regal authority, with all the Legal Rites of investiture. c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1, d vbr j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 16
93 The Command is in general, to pray for Kings, and for all that are in Authority ; The Command is in general, to pray for Kings, and for all that Are in authority; dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp vvb p-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 16
94 and if we may excuse our selves from so plain a Duty by distinctions of our own inventing, there are few Duties in Religion, and if we may excuse our selves from so plain a Duty by Distinctions of our own inventing, there Are few Duties in Religion, cc cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f po12 vvi vvg, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 17
95 but what we may deliver ourselves from by such arbitrary Distinctions. As for instance, but what we may deliver ourselves from by such arbitrary Distinctions. As for instance, cc-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi px12 p-acp p-acp d j-jn n2. p-acp p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 17
96 There is an express Command in Scripture, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him onely shalt thou serve. There is an express Command in Scripture, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1, cc pno31 av-j vm2 pns21 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
97 Which one would think were a very express Prohibition of the Worship of Saints or Angels, Which one would think were a very express Prohibition of the Worship of Saints or Angels, r-crq pi vmd vvi vbdr dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
98 or any other Being besides God. or any other Being beside God. cc d j-jn vbg p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
99 But the Papists easily avoid this by the help of a Distinction, which the Scripture is unacquainted with: But the Papists Easily avoid this by the help of a Distinction, which the Scripture is unacquainted with: p-acp dt njp2 av-j vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
100 They say, we must worship God only with the Worship of Latria, but we may worship Saints and Angels with the Worship of Dulia, tho' the Scripture appropriates all Religious Worship to God. They say, we must worship God only with the Worship of Latria, but we may worship Saints and Angels with the Worship of Dulia, though the Scripture appropriates all Religious Worship to God. pns32 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi np1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pns12 vmb vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs dt n1 vvz d j n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
101 Thus as our Saviour tells the Pharisees, God commanded saying, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, Thus as our Saviour tells the Pharisees, God commanded saying, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, av c-acp po12 n1 vvz dt np2, np1 vvd vvg, vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
102 and he that curseth Father or Mother, let him die the death: and he that Curseth Father or Mother, let him die the death: cc pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1, vvb pno31 vvi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
103 But ye say, Whosoever shall say to his Father or Mother, it is a gift by whatsoever thou maist be profited by me, But you say, Whosoever shall say to his Father or Mother, it is a gift by whatsoever thou Mayest be profited by me, cc-acp pn22 vvb, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp pno11, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
104 and honour not his Father nor his Mother, he shall be free; and honour not his Father nor his Mother, he shall be free; cc vvb xx po31 n1 ccx po31 n1, pns31 vmb vbi j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
105 thus have you made the commandment of God of none effect by your tradition, 15 Matth. 4, 5. Thus it is in our present Case; thus have you made the Commandment of God of none Effect by your tradition, 15 Matthew 4, 5. Thus it is in our present Case; av vhb pn22 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f pi n1 p-acp po22 n1, crd np1 crd, crd av pn31 vbz p-acp po12 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
106 the Apostle commands us to pray for Kings, and for all that are in authority: the Apostle commands us to pray for Kings, and for all that Are in Authority: dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 17
107 No, say these Men, not unless they be Legal Kings, tho' they have all the Ensigns of Majesty, No, say these Men, not unless they be Legal Kings, though they have all the Ensigns of Majesty, uh-dx, vvb d n2, xx cs pns32 vbb j n2, cs pns32 vhb d dt n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
108 and are invested with the Regal Authority and Power, with all the Legal and Customary Rites and Solemnites of Investiture, and Are invested with the Regal authority and Power, with all the Legal and Customary Rites and Solemnities of Investiture, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp d dt j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
109 and are acknowledged and recognized for King and Queen by the Estates of the Realm. And thus this Command is of no effect neither; and Are acknowledged and recognized for King and Queen by the Estates of the Realm. And thus this Command is of no Effect neither; cc vbr vvn cc vvd p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. cc av d n1 vbz pp-f dx n1 av-dx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
110 for it seems it is a matter of Wit, or Law, or Philosophy, to know who is King; for it seems it is a matter of Wit, or Law, or Philosophy, to know who is King; p-acp pn31 vvz pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
111 whereas St. Paul supposed that it was a plain matter of sense; whereas Saint Paul supposed that it was a plain matter of sense; cs n1 np1 vvn cst pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
112 that he who administred the Government with a Regal Authority, and was owned and submitted to by the Nation, was the King for whom we must pray. that he who administered the Government with a Regal authority, and was owned and submitted to by the nation, was the King for whom we must pray. cst pns31 r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vbds j-vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1, vbds dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 18
113 There is reason to conclude, that St. Paul speaks of such Kings, if we will allow, that he spoke the Language of the Age wherein he lived; There is reason to conclude, that Saint Paul speaks of such Kings, if we will allow, that he spoke the Language of the Age wherein he lived; pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 np1 vvz pp-f d n2, cs pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 18
114 for in that Age, and in all the Ages of the World ever since, those were called Kings, for in that Age, and in all the Ages of the World ever since, those were called Kings, c-acp p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av a-acp, d vbdr vvn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 18
115 and had the Preheminency of Power and Authority, who by the Consent and Submission of the People administred the Government with a Regal and Soveraign Authority, and had the Preeminence of Power and authority, who by the Consent and Submission of the People administered the Government with a Regal and Sovereign authority, cc vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 18
116 whether they had any Anticedent Right or Title to the Government or not. I will not now dispute this matter, but would only desire these Persons to consider, whither they had any Antecedent Right or Title to the Government or not. I will not now dispute this matter, but would only desire these Persons to Consider, cs pns32 vhd d n1 j-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc xx. pns11 vmb xx av vvi d n1, cc-acp vmd av-j vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 18
117 whether they are as certain that by All Powers, 13 Rom. 1. the Apostle onely means all such Powers as had an antecedent legal Right and Title to Power, whither they Are as certain that by All Powers, 13 Rom. 1. the Apostle only means all such Powers as had an antecedent Legal Right and Title to Power, cs pns32 vbr a-acp j cst p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd dt n1 av-j vvz d d n2 c-acp vhd dt n1 j n-jn cc n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
118 as they are, that he expresly teaches, That all power is of GOD? Whether they are as certain, that it is unlawful to pray for Kings, who are legally invested with the Royal Power, as they Are, that he expressly Teaches, That all power is of GOD? Whither they Are as certain, that it is unlawful to pray for Kings, who Are legally invested with the Royal Power, c-acp pns32 vbr, cst pns31 av-j vvz, cst d n1 vbz pp-f np1? cs pns32 vbr a-acp j, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
119 though as they imagine, without any antecedent legal Right to the Crown, as they are, that the Apostle commands us to pray for Kings, and for all that are in authority? Whether they are as certain, that it is their Duty to adhere to a supposed Right against the publick Judgment of the Nation, in opposition to their Present Majesties, (who fill the Throne by the Consent and Authority of the Estates of the Realm ) though to the great Disturbance of Government, though as they imagine, without any antecedent Legal Right to the Crown, as they Are, that the Apostle commands us to pray for Kings, and for all that Are in Authority? Whither they Are as certain, that it is their Duty to adhere to a supposed Right against the public Judgement of the nation, in opposition to their Present Majesties, (who fill the Throne by the Consent and authority of the Estates of the Realm) though to the great Disturbance of Government, c-acp c-acp pns32 vvb, p-acp d n1 j n-jn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr, cst dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1? cs pns32 vbr a-acp j, cst pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvn j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n2, (r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1) cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
120 and to the most apparent Ruine (could they prevail) of the true Religion, the Lives and Fortunes of their Fellow-subjects, and to the most apparent Ruin (could they prevail) of the true Religion, the Lives and Fortune's of their Fellow subjects, cc p-acp dt av-ds j n1 (vmd pns32 vvi) pp-f dt j n1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
121 and the Liberties of their Native Country, as they are, that it is our Duty to pray for Kings? In a word, and the Liberties of their Native Country, as they Are, that it is our Duty to pray for Kings? In a word, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 j-jn n1, c-acp pns32 vbr, cst pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2? p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 19
122 whether they are as certain, that the Roman Powers at that time were Legal and Rightful Powers, by such an Antecedent Legal Right as they now insist on, whither they Are as certain, that the Roman Powers At that time were Legal and Rightful Powers, by such an Antecedent Legal Right as they now insist on, cs pns32 vbr a-acp j, cst dt njp n2 p-acp d n1 vbdr j cc j n2, p-acp d dt n1 j j-jn c-acp pns32 av vvi a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 20
123 as they are, that St. Paul commanded the Christians to be subject to those Powers, and to pray for them? as they Are, that Saint Paul commanded the Christians to be Subject to those Powers, and to pray for them? c-acp pns32 vbr, cst n1 np1 vvd dt np1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 20
124 These are very proper Questions about the degrees of Evidence and Certainty: For if the Rule be plain and certain, and the Exceptions from this Rule uncertain; These Are very proper Questions about the Degrees of Evidence and Certainty: For if the Rule be plain and certain, and the Exceptions from this Rule uncertain; d vbr av j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: c-acp cs dt n1 vbb j cc j, cc dt n2 p-acp d n1 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
125 if the Rule have a Divine Authority, and the Exceptions have nothing to support them but some uncertain Reasonings, such Reasonings as contradict the general Sence and Practise of Mankind in all Revolutions; if the Rule have a Divine authority, and the Exceptions have nothing to support them but Some uncertain Reasonings, such Reasonings as contradict the general Sense and practice of Mankind in all Revolutions; cs dt n1 vhb dt j-jn n1, cc dt n2 vhb pix pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j-u n2-vvg, d n2-vvg p-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
126 I think wise and good Men ought to chuse the safer side, and to suspect their own Reasonings, I think wise and good Men ought to choose the safer side, and to suspect their own Reasonings, pns11 vvb j cc j n2 vmd pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 d n2-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
127 since the Scripture has made no such Exceptions (no not in a time of the most violent Usurpations, since the Scripture has made no such Exceptions (no not in a time of the most violent Usurpations, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn dx d n2 (dx xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
128 when if ever there was the greatest reason to have made them,) and the generality of Mankind, when if ever there was the greatest reason to have made them,) and the generality of Mankind, c-crq cs av a-acp vbds dt js n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno32,) cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
129 and even the most sober and considering Men reject them, as having no solid foundation in Reason and Nature. and even the most Sobrium and considering Men reject them, as having no solid Foundation in Reason and Nature. cc av dt av-ds j cc vvg n2 vvi pno32, c-acp vhg dx j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 20
130 Having premis'd this, I proceed now to consider the Manifold Obligations, which lie upon us to pray for Kings. Having premised this, I proceed now to Consider the Manifold Obligations, which lie upon us to pray for Kings. vhg vvn d, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 21
131 First, Because Kings are the great Instruments of the Divine Providence in the World, they are those great Wheels which move and alter the whole Scene of humane Affairs; First, Because Kings Are the great Instruments of the Divine Providence in the World, they Are those great Wheels which move and altar the Whole Scene of humane Affairs; ord, p-acp n2 vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr d j n2 r-crq vvb cc vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
132 every Irregularity in their Motions is soon felt, and causes very fatal Convulsions in the State; every Irregularity in their Motions is soon felt, and Causes very fatal Convulsions in the State; d n1 p-acp po32 n2 vbz av vvn, cc n2 av j n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
133 their Mistakes are like the Eclipses of the Sun, but more portentous and ominous than they, their Smiles or Frowns are like the kind or malign Influences of the Heavens, which revive drooping Nature, their Mistakes Are like the Eclipses of the Sun, but more portentous and ominous than they, their Smiles or Frowns Are like the kind or malign Influences of the Heavens, which revive drooping Nature, po32 n2 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av-dc j cc j cs pns32, po32 n2 cc vvz vbr av-j dt n1 cc vvi n2 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vvb vvg n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
134 or threaten an universal Ruine, Quicquid delirant Reges, the People suffer by the Indiscretions and ill Government of a Prince, or threaten an universal Ruin, Quicquid delirant Reges, the People suffer by the Indiscretions and ill Government of a Prince, cc vvi dt j n1, fw-la n1 np1, dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
135 but a wise, and just, and religious King is the greatest Blessing in the World, but a wise, and just, and religious King is the greatest Blessing in the World, cc-acp dt j, cc j, cc j n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
136 and therefore we have as much Reason to Pray for the King, as we have to pray that God would make his Sun to shine, and Therefore we have as much Reason to Pray for the King, as we have to pray that God would make his Sun to shine, cc av pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
137 or the Rain to descend on the Earth. or the Rain to descend on the Earth. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
138 Secondly, Though Kings act with a Sovereign Power, yet they are intirely under God's Government, The king's heart is in the hand of the Lord, Secondly, Though Kings act with a Sovereign Power, yet they Are entirely under God's Government, The king's heart is in the hand of the Lord, ord, cs ng1 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, av pns32 vbr av-j p-acp npg1 n1, dt ng1 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
139 as the rivers of water, he turneth it whithersoever he will, 21 Prov. 1. makes his Will and Affections run in this or that Channel, as the Rivers of water, he turns it whithersoever he will, 21 Curae 1. makes his Will and Affections run in this or that Channel, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pn31 av pns31 vmb, crd np1 crd vvz po31 n1 cc n2 vvn p-acp d cc d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
140 as will best serve the ends of his Providence and Government. The most absolute Prince is under secret and invisible Restraints; as will best serve the ends of his Providence and Government. The most absolute Prince is under secret and invisible Restraints; c-acp vmb av-js vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. dt av-ds j n1 vbz p-acp j-jn cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
141 God can a thousand ways change his Purposes and divert him from what he intended to something else, which he little thought of; God can a thousand ways change his Purposes and divert him from what he intended to something Else, which he little Thought of; np1 vmb dt crd n2 vvi po31 n2 cc vvi pno31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pi av, r-crq pns31 av-j vvd pp-f; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
142 and indeed it is very fitting that those who are so much above humane Restraints, should be managed by an unseen Hand: and indeed it is very fitting that those who Are so much above humane Restraints, should be managed by an unseen Hand: cc av pn31 vbz av vvg cst d r-crq vbr av av-d p-acp j n2, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
143 For if God does not govern those who govern the World, there is in a great measure an end of his Providence, For if God does not govern those who govern the World, there is in a great measure an end of his Providence, c-acp cs np1 vdz xx vvi d r-crq vvb dt n1, pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
144 for then the Fate of Kingdoms would be at the Will of Princes, and that has the greatest Influence of any thing else upon the Happiness or Misery of private and particular Men. for then the Fate of Kingdoms would be At the Will of Princes, and that has the greatest Influence of any thing Else upon the Happiness or Misery of private and particular Men. c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc cst vhz dt js n1 pp-f d n1 av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
145 Now if God can, if God does govern Princes, this makes it necessary to pray heartily to God for them, Now if God can, if God does govern Princes, this makes it necessary to pray heartily to God for them, av cs np1 vmb, cs np1 vdz vvi n2, d vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
146 for there is the first Spring of Motion; for there is the First Spring of Motion; c-acp pc-acp vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
147 if we make God our Friend, he will bless, and direct, and counsel our Prince who acts under him, if we make God our Friend, he will bless, and Direct, and counsel our Prince who acts under him, cs pns12 vvb np1 po12 n1, pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi po12 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
148 and in Subordination to his Counsels and Decrees. and in Subordination to his Counsels and Decrees. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 23
149 Thirdly, I need add no more to convince you how necessary it is to pray for Kings, Thirdly, I need add no more to convince you how necessary it is to pray for Kings, ord, pns11 vvb vvi av-dx dc pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
150 but to shew you how much they need our Prayers, how much they need the Assistance and Direction of God to prevent those Inconveniences and Miscarriages, which all humane Governments are subject to. but to show you how much they need our Prayers, how much they need the Assistance and Direction of God to prevent those Inconveniences and Miscarriages, which all humane Governments Are Subject to. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq av-d pns32 vvb po12 n2, c-crq d pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2, r-crq d j n2 vbr j-jn p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 23
151 For 1. The Government of Kingdoms and Nations is a Work of great Difficulty, and that which requires somewhat more than humane Art and Skill; For 1. The Government of Kingdoms and nations is a Work of great Difficulty, and that which requires somewhat more than humane Art and Skill; p-acp crd dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc cst r-crq vvz av av-dc cs j n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 23
152 it is no easie matter to deal with the various Lusts, and Interests, and Passions of Men, to maintain Peace at home and abroad, to adjust the Interests of Subjects and Neighbour-Princes, to make War and Peace, to advance the Trade of the Nation and to govern it when it is rich; it is no easy matter to deal with the various Lustiest, and Interests, and Passion of Men, to maintain Peace At home and abroad, to adjust the Interests of Subject's and Neighbour-Princes, to make War and Peace, to advance the Trade of the nation and to govern it when it is rich; pn31 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1-an cc av, p-acp j dt n2 pp-f n2-jn cc n2, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 23
153 to be loved by Subjects without being thought easie and remiss which exposes to Contempt, and to be feared without being hated; to be loved by Subject's without being Thought easy and remiss which exposes to Contempt, and to be feared without being hated; pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp vbg vvn j cc j r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vbg vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 23
154 to know whom to trust, and whom to be aware of, to discern Mens Integrity and Abilities for Counsel, to know whom to trust, and whom to be aware of, to discern Mens Integrity and Abilities for Counsel, pc-acp vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi, cc r-crq pc-acp vbi j pp-f, pc-acp vvi np1 n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
155 or for the Administration of Justice, for Civil or Military Employs, to know how to choose Favourites, or for the Administration of justice, for Civil or Military Employs, to know how to choose Favourites, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j cc j vvz, pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
156 and which is as hard a thing how to govern them; and which is as hard a thing how to govern them; cc r-crq vbz a-acp j dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
157 when to resist the Fury and Torrent of the People, and when to comply without seeming to yield, when to resist the Fury and Torrent of the People, and when to comply without seeming to yield, c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
158 and a thousand other emergent Difficulties there are, which require very prudent and yet extempore Remedies, where every false step proves very injurious either to Prince or People. and a thousand other emergent Difficulties there Are, which require very prudent and yet extempore Remedies, where every false step Proves very injurious either to Prince or People. cc dt crd j-jn fw-la n2 pc-acp vbr, r-crq vvb av j cc av av n2, c-crq d j n1 vvz av j av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
159 These are the true Atlasses, who bear the Weight of the World upon their Shoulders, These Are the true Atlasses, who bear the Weight of the World upon their Shoulders, d vbr dt j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
160 and if we find it so difficult to govern a Family, a Parish, a little Corporation, to attend to one or to very few things, of any moment and consequence, shall we not assist those by our Prayers who have so much a heavier Burden to bear, and if we find it so difficult to govern a Family, a Parish, a little Corporation, to attend to one or to very few things, of any moment and consequence, shall we not assist those by our Prayers who have so much a Heavier Burden to bear, cc cs pns12 vvb pn31 av j pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp crd cc p-acp av d n2, pp-f d n1 cc n1, vmb pns12 xx vvi d p-acp po12 n2 r-crq vhb av av-d dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
161 and which unless they carry it steady, we our selves shall be crushed with the Fall of it. and which unless they carry it steady, we our selves shall be crushed with the Fallen of it. cc r-crq cs pns32 vvb pn31 j, pns12 po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 24
162 2. We must consider also, that without the Divine Assistance and Counsel, Princes are but like other Men, 2. We must Consider also, that without the Divine Assistance and Counsel, Princes Are but like other Men, crd pns12 vmb vvi av, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, n2 vbr cc-acp av-j j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 24
163 and liable to the same Mistakes, nay indeed they are more expos'd to Misinformations, and Misrepresentations, and liable to the same Mistakes, nay indeed they Are more exposed to Misinformations, and Misrepresentations, cc j p-acp dt d n2, uh-x av pns32 vbr dc vvn p-acp n2, cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
164 and such like Abuses, which have a very ill Influence upon Government, then other Men are: and such like Abuses, which have a very ill Influence upon Government, then other Men Are: cc d j n2, r-crq vhb dt j j-jn n1 p-acp n1, av j-jn n2 vbr: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
165 No Prince can so particularly inspect all the Affairs of his Kingdom, as a Man can his own Family and particular Estate, No Prince can so particularly inspect all the Affairs of his Kingdom, as a Man can his own Family and particular Estate, dx n1 vmb av av-j j av-d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vmb po31 d n1 cc j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
166 but they are forced to see and hear with other Mens Eyes and Ears, which too often prove very corrupt Mediums, but they Are forced to see and hear with other Men's Eyes and Ears, which too often prove very corrupt Mediums, cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp j-jn ng2 n2 cc n2, r-crq av av vvi av j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
167 and tincture the Object with their own private Passions: and tincture the Object with their own private Passion: cc n1 dt n1 p-acp po32 d j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
168 Court-Factions, and the cross Interests of aspiring Favourites, who carry on their private Intrigues without any regard to the Publick Good, Court-Factions, and the cross Interests of aspiring Favourites, who carry on their private Intrigues without any regard to the Public Good, n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, r-crq vvb p-acp po32 j np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
169 or the Service of their Prince, but will Sacrifice all to undermine a Rival, and to gratifie their Ambition and Revenge, may sugest very ruinous Counsels to the dividing both the Hearts and the Interests of Prince and People, or the Service of their Prince, but will Sacrifice all to undermine a Rival, and to gratify their Ambition and Revenge, may sugest very ruinous Counsels to the dividing both the Hearts and the Interests of Prince and People, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc-acp vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1, vmb js j j n2 p-acp dt vvg d dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
170 and Court Parasites, who are only Ecchoes to the Prince's Inclinations, and always advise what they think he would have advised; and Court Parasites, who Are only Echoes to the Prince's Inclinations, and always Advice what they think he would have advised; cc n1 n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvz p-acp dt ng1 n2, cc av vvb r-crq pns32 vvb pns31 vmd vhi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
171 betray him to those Mischiefs which might be prevented by faithful Counsellors: betray him to those Mischiefs which might be prevented by faithful Counsellors: vvb pno31 p-acp d n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
172 This is the Unhappy State of Kings, which nothing but the Divine Counsel and Providence can prevent: This is the Unhappy State of Kings, which nothing but the Divine Counsel and Providence can prevent: d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pix p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 vmb vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 25
173 And is not this a very forcible Reason to pray for them? And is not this a very forcible Reason to pray for them? cc vbz xx d dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 26
174 Especially, 3 dly, when we consider, that Kings are exposed to more and greater Temptations then other Men; Especially, 3 dly, when we Consider, that Kings Are exposed to more and greater Temptations then other Men; av-j, crd av, c-crq pns12 vvb, cst n2 vbr vvn p-acp av-dc cc jc n2 cs j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
175 they have the same Passions that other Men have, but not the same Restraints to curb them, they have nothing but the Fear of GOD, they have the same Passion that other Men have, but not the same Restraints to curb them, they have nothing but the fear of GOD, pns32 vhb dt d n2 cst j-jn n2 vhb, cc-acp xx dt d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vhb pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
176 and the Considerations of Religion and another World, which we find too weak to govern the generality of Mankind, without some more sensible Motives: and the Considerations of Religion and Another World, which we find too weak to govern the generality of Mankind, without Some more sensible Motives: cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vvb av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d dc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
177 What a Temptation is Sovereign Power, when we see very few Men, who can use any degree of Power without abusing it; What a Temptation is Sovereign Power, when we see very few Men, who can use any degree of Power without abusing it; r-crq dt n1 vbz j-jn n1, c-crq pns12 vvb av d n2, r-crq vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
178 a Power which will justifie what it does, and make it right, which will not be opposed nor contradicted, which governs the Opinions or the Tongues of Men; a Power which will justify what it does, and make it right, which will not be opposed nor contradicted, which governs the Opinions or the Tongues of Men; dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi r-crq pn31 vdz, cc vvi pn31 av-jn, r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn ccx vvd, r-crq vvz dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
179 which never wants Flatterers to admire whatever it does, which can stamp new Titles and Characters of Honour when it pleases, which never Wants Flatterers to admire whatever it does, which can stamp new Titles and Characters of Honour when it Pleases, r-crq av-x vvz n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vdz, r-crq vmb vvi j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
180 and at least change the Names and the external Value of Things, though the Nature of Things is somewhat stubborn: and At least change the Names and the external Valve of Things, though the Nature of Things is somewhat stubborn: cc p-acp ds vvi dt n2 cc dt j vvi pp-f n2, cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz av j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 26
181 a Power which is apt to have very tender Resentments, and to be very severe in its Revenge, which gives free scope to all the irregular Appetites and Passions of Humane Nature. a Power which is apt to have very tender Resentments, and to be very severe in its Revenge, which gives free scope to all the irregular Appetites and Passion of Humane Nature. dt n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vhi av j n2, cc pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz j n1 p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
182 Such a Power, I say, as this, which is so easily abused, and which is almost an invincible Temptation to abuse it self; Such a Power, I say, as this, which is so Easily abused, and which is almost an invincible Temptation to abuse it self; d dt n1, pns11 vvb, c-acp d, r-crq vbz av av-j vvn, cc r-crq vbz av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
183 and which can do so much Mischief when it is abused, is a sufficient reason to make us very earnest and importunate in our Prayers to GOD for Kings. and which can do so much Mischief when it is abused, is a sufficient reason to make us very earnest and importunate in our Prayers to GOD for Kings. cc r-crq vmb vdi av av-d n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av j cc j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 27
184 But if ever there were reason to pray for Kings, certainly we have great reason to pray for the long Life and prosperous Reign of their present Majesties, whom GOD hath set over us. But if ever there were reason to pray for Kings, Certainly we have great reason to pray for the long Life and prosperous Reign of their present Majesties, whom GOD hath Set over us. cc-acp cs av a-acp vbdr n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, av-j pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc j vvi pp-f po32 j n2, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 27
185 The Apostle directs us to pray for Kings, that under them we may live quiet and peaceable lives in all godliness and honesty. The Apostle directs us to pray for Kings, that under them we may live quiet and peaceable lives in all godliness and honesty. dt n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cst p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb vvi j-jn cc j n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
186 As for Godliness, this we must take care of, whatever our Prince be. No Prince can take our Religion from us, if we resolve to keep it; As for Godliness, this we must take care of, whatever our Prince be. No Prince can take our Religion from us, if we resolve to keep it; c-acp p-acp n1, d pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f, r-crq po12 n1 vbi. dx n1 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
187 but they may disturb our Quiet and Peaceable Enjoyment of it: but they may disturb our Quiet and Peaceable Enjoyment of it: cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi po12 n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 27
188 which was the State of the Christian Church under Heathen and Persecuting Emperours, and the reason of this Command to Pray for the Peaceable Enjoyment and Profession of their Religion. which was the State of the Christian Church under Heathen and Persecuting emperors, and the reason of this Command to Pray for the Peaceable Enjoyment and Profession of their Religion. r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp j-jn cc vvg n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 28
189 This we enjoy with great Advantages under their Majesties Government, and therefore have great reason to pray for them, under whom we may if we please, live quiet and peaceable lives in all godliness and honesty. This we enjoy with great Advantages under their Majesties Government, and Therefore have great reason to pray for them, under whom we may if we please, live quiet and peaceable lives in all godliness and honesty. d pns12 vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 ng1 n1, cc av vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb cs pns12 vvb, vvb j-jn cc j n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
190 Thanks be to GOD, we are so far from any danger of being persecuted for our Religion, that nothing can more effectually recommend us to the Favour of our Princes, Thanks be to GOD, we Are so Far from any danger of being persecuted for our Religion, that nothing can more effectually recommend us to the Favour of our Princes, n2 vbb p-acp np1, pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst pix vmb av-dc av-j vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
191 than the sincere Practise of Religion and Vertue. than the sincere practice of Religion and Virtue. cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
192 They set us an Example of it themselves, they like, commend, reward it, where they see it: They Set us an Exampl of it themselves, they like, commend, reward it, where they see it: pns32 vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f pn31 px32, pns32 av-j, vvb, vvb pn31, c-crq pns32 vvb pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
193 Nay, we have a King who exposes his own Sacred Person to all the Fatigues and Hazards of War to secure to us our Peace at Home, Nay, we have a King who exposes his own Sacred Person to all the Fatigues and Hazards of War to secure to us our Peace At Home, uh-x, pns12 vhb dt n1 r-crq vvz po31 d j n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 po12 n1 p-acp n1-an, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
194 and the quiet possession of our Religion; and the quiet possession of our Religion; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 28
195 to break the power of that great Oppressor, who Invades the Liberties of Europe, and Persecutes the Professours of the true Religion, wherever he has Interest or Power to do it. to break the power of that great Oppressor, who Invades the Liberties of Europe, and Persecutes the Professors of the true Religion, wherever he has Interest or Power to do it. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vhz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
196 We have a King who has already rescued this Church and Kingdom, when their Condition appeared hopeless and desperate; We have a King who has already rescued this Church and Kingdom, when their Condition appeared hopeless and desperate; pns12 vhb dt n1 r-crq vhz av vvn d n1 cc n1, c-crq po32 n1 vvd j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
197 and certainly had been so, long before this, had not God made Him the glorious Instrument of our Deliverance. and Certainly had been so, long before this, had not God made Him the glorious Instrument of our Deliverance. cc av-j vhd vbn av, av-j p-acp d, vhd xx np1 vvn pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
198 And shall we not pray for such a King, who is the very light of our eyes, and the breath of our nostrils? To whom we owe our Laws and Liberties, And shall we not pray for such a King, who is the very Light of our eyes, and the breath of our nostrils? To whom we owe our Laws and Liberties, cc vmb pns12 xx vvi p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j j pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
199 and Religion, and on whose Preservation, and long and prosperous Reign, depends our greatest visible Hope and Prospect of a quiet and secure Enjoyment of them for the time to come. and Religion, and on whose Preservation, and long and prosperous Reign, depends our greatest visible Hope and Prospect of a quiet and secure Enjoyment of them for the time to come. cc n1, cc p-acp rg-crq n1, cc av-j cc j vvi, vvz po12 js j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 29
200 And as we must pray, so we must give God Thanks for King's too, and for all the Blessings we enjoy under their Government: And as we must pray, so we must give God Thanks for King's too, and for all the Blessings we enjoy under their Government: cc c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, av pns12 vmb vvi np1 n2 p-acp n2 av, cc p-acp d dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp po32 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 29
201 This is one part of the Solemnity of this Day; This is one part of the Solemnity of this Day; d vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 29
202 to bless God for the Restauration of the King and Royal Family, and our Ancient Government and Constitution both in Church and State, to bless God for the Restauration of the King and Royal Family, and our Ancient Government and Constitution both in Church and State, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1, cc po12 j n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 29
203 after the Miseries and Calamities of a Civil War, and the Oppression of our Fellow-Subjects; After the Misery's and Calamities of a Civil War, and the Oppression of our Fellow subjects; p-acp dt ng1 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
204 and those who can remember those Days, must confess, that this was a very great Mercy. and those who can Remember those Days, must confess, that this was a very great Mercy. cc d r-crq vmb vvi d n2, vmb vvi, cst d vbds dt j j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
205 And though the Glory of this Day seemed to be Eclips'd and overcast in the Reign of the late unfortunate Prince, And though the Glory of this Day seemed to be Eclipsed and overcast in the Reign of the late unfortunate Prince, cc cs dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt vvi pp-f dt j j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
206 yet it breaks forth again with a new Lustre and Brightness in the Advancement of their present Majesties, from whose Government we may reasonably expect as great Blessings to this Church and Kingdom, as ever they yet enjoyed. yet it breaks forth again with a new Lustre and Brightness in the Advancement of their present Majesties, from whose Government we may reasonably expect as great Blessings to this Church and Kingdom, as ever they yet enjoyed. av pn31 vvz av av p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-acp av pns32 av vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 30
207 Kings are God's Ministers, and advanced to the Throne by him, and a good King, is as great a Temporal Blessing, Kings Are God's Ministers, and advanced to the Throne by him, and a good King, is as great a Temporal Blessing, n2 vbr npg1 n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc dt j n1, vbz a-acp j dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 30
208 as God can bestow upon any Nation, and the very Advancement of their Majesties to the Throne, was it self a great and immediate Deliverance, as great as our Redemption from Popery and Arbitrary Power. And yet this is not all we are to bless God for; as God can bestow upon any nation, and the very Advancement of their Majesties to the Throne, was it self a great and immediate Deliverance, as great as our Redemption from Popery and Arbitrary Power. And yet this is not all we Are to bless God for; c-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vbds pn31 n1 dt j cc j n1, p-acp j c-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1. cc av d vbz xx d pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 30
209 but we are bound also to bless him for the almost miraculous Preservation of the King's Person, but we Are bound also to bless him for the almost miraculous Preservation of the King's Person, cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt av j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 30
210 as well from Treachery and Violence, as from the Chances of War, and for the no less miraculous Successes of his Arms, especially the late wonderful Success at Sea, of which I hope future Ages will feel the blessed Effects: as well from Treachery and Violence, as from the Chances of War, and for the no less miraculous Successes of his Arms, especially the late wondered Success At Sea, of which I hope future Ages will feel the blessed Effects: c-acp av p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt av-dx av-dc j n2 pp-f po31 n2, av-j dt j j n1 p-acp n1, pp-f r-crq pns11 vvb j-jn n2 vmb vvi dt j-vvn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 31
211 A Success in all the Circumstances of it so wonderful, that I know no Story that equals it, A Success in all the circumstances of it so wondered, that I know no Story that equals it, dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31 av j, cst pns11 vvb dx n1 cst vvz pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 31
212 except we may compare it to the miraculous Overthrow of Pharaoh and all his Host in the Red Sea. except we may compare it to the miraculous Overthrow of Pharaoh and all his Host in the Read Sea. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc d po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 31
213 And yet it is no less wonderful, that any English Protestants should invite the French to conquer them, to place a zealous Papist and an Arbitrary Prince upon the Throne again; And yet it is no less wondered, that any English Protestants should invite the French to conquer them, to place a zealous Papist and an Arbitrary Prince upon the Throne again; cc av pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc j, cst d jp n2 vmd vvi dt jp pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi dt j njp cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 31
214 and that after all the Miracles of Providence whereby these Designs have been defeated, and as we have Reason to hope, and that After all the Miracles of Providence whereby these Designs have been defeated, and as we have Reason to hope, cc cst p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 c-crq d n2 vhb vbn vvn, cc c-acp pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 31
215 for ever disappointed, there should be any Protestants, who think it their Interest, as long as ever they can forbear, not to believe it, for ever disappointed, there should be any Protestants, who think it their Interest, as long as ever they can forbear, not to believe it, c-acp av vvn, pc-acp vmd vbi d n2, r-crq vvb pn31 po32 n1, c-acp av-j c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi, xx pc-acp vvi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 31
216 and when they can disbelieve it no longer, think it a great Judgment and Calamity upon them to be delivered. and when they can disbelieve it no longer, think it a great Judgement and Calamity upon them to be Delivered. cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av-dx av-jc, vvb pn31 dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 31
217 But let Vs bless God, that he hath answered our Prayers, and saved us out of the Hands of our Enemies; But let Us bless God, that he hath answered our Prayers, and saved us out of the Hands of our Enemies; cc-acp vvn pno12 vvi np1, cst pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2, cc vvd pno12 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32
218 let us humbly beseech him to continue these Mercies to us, and the glorious Instruments of them; let us humbly beseech him to continue these mercies to us, and the glorious Instruments of them; vvb pno12 av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pno12, cc dt j n2 pp-f pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32
219 to bless their Majesties Persons, Counsels and Arms, and to perfect this Deliverance at Sea by as surprizing Successes, which after such auspicious and promising Beginnings, we hope in God, may attend his Majesty's Person and Arms in Flanders : to bless their Majesties Persons, Counsels and Arms, and to perfect this Deliverance At Sea by as surprising Successes, which After such auspicious and promising Beginnings, we hope in God, may attend his Majesty's Person and Arms in Flanders: pc-acp vvi po32 ng1 n2, n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp p-acp j-vvg n2, r-crq p-acp d j cc j-vvg n2, pns12 vvb p-acp np1, vmb vvi po31 ng1 n1 cc n2 p-acp np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32
220 Which we beg Almighty God to grant through our Lord Jesus Christ; To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Glory and Power, now and for ever. Amen. Which we beg Almighty God to grant through our Lord jesus christ; To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Glory and Power, now and for ever. Amen. r-crq pns12 vvb j-jn np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1; p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, vbb d n1, n1 cc n1, av cc p-acp av. uh-n. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 32

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