A sermon preached July 17, 1681, at the assizes in Huntingdon before the Right Honourable the Lord Chief Baron Mountague and Mr. Justice Windham, judges of the assize / by Benjamin Smith, Rector of Boxworth, in Cambridge-shire.

Smith, Benjamin, fl. 1681
Publisher: Printed for Tho Parkhurst
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A60407 ESTC ID: R37563 STC ID: S4021B
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Jude I, 3; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Jude, ver. 3. It was needful for me to write unto you, and Exhort you, that ye should earnestly Contend for the Faith which was once delivered to the Saints. U^de, ver. 3. It was needful for me to write unto you, and Exhort you, that you should earnestly Contend for the Faith which was once Delivered to the Saints. np1, fw-la. crd pn31 vbds j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22, cst pn22 vmd av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THere are no Contentions any wayes so smart and severe as those that are raised about Religion, THere Are no Contentions any ways so smart and severe as those that Are raised about Religion, pc-acp vbr dx n2 d n2 av j cc j c-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 and among those, it is observable, that none are so inhumanely cruel, desperately malicious, or unnaturally mischievous, and among those, it is observable, that none Are so inhumanely cruel, desperately malicious, or unnaturally mischievous, cc p-acp d, pn31 vbz j, cst pi vbr av av-j j, av-j j, cc av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 and spiteful, as those that are raised against the true Religion, and the Professours of it. and spiteful, as those that Are raised against the true Religion, and the Professors of it. cc j, c-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 For false Religions have no better defence or security to themselves, than to persecute the true; For false Religions have no better defence or security to themselves, than to persecute the true; p-acp j n2 vhb dx jc n1 cc n1 p-acp px32, cs pc-acp vvi dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
5 and if they could remove that out of the way, there would then be none to detect their Error, or Convict them of falsehood. and if they could remove that out of the Way, there would then be none to detect their Error, or Convict them of falsehood. cc cs pns32 vmd vvi cst av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vmd av vbi pix pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvn pno32 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
6 As Herod burnt all the Genealogies of the Jews, that none might be left to shew that his Lineage was defective. As Herod burned all the Genealogies of the jews, that none might be left to show that his Lineage was defective. p-acp np1 vvd d dt n2 pp-f dt np2, cst pix vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst po31 n1 vbds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
7 Besides, as the true Religion improves mens minds, and teacheth them not only true courage, and inspireth them with a greatness and generosity of Spirit; Beside, as the true Religion improves men's minds, and Teaches them not only true courage, and inspireth them with a greatness and generosity of Spirit; a-acp, c-acp dt j n1 vvz ng2 n2, cc vvz pno32 xx av-j j n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
8 but also makes men more gentle and kind, and advanceth Charity and Love to our Neighbour to an excellent height: but also makes men more gentle and kind, and Advanceth Charity and Love to our Neighbour to an excellent height: cc-acp av vvz n2 av-dc j cc j, cc vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
9 So on the other hand, all false Religions one way or another, debauch the minds of men, So on the other hand, all false Religions one Way or Another, debauch the minds of men, av p-acp dt j-jn n1, d j n2 crd n1 cc j-jn, vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
10 and introduce the seeds of surliness, and pride; and introduce the seeds of surliness, and pride; cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
11 of a contempt of others, and a disdain to be opposed, and rivets in their minds a mercyless regard to those that differ from them. of a contempt of Others, and a disdain to be opposed, and rivets in their minds a mercyless regard to those that differ from them. pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2 dt j n1 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 1
12 Hence it follows, that if power and opportunity fall in successfully with those Principles they embrace, that force and violence, Hence it follows, that if power and opportunity fallen in successfully with those Principles they embrace, that force and violence, av pn31 vvz, cst cs n1 cc n1 vvi p-acp av-j p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb, cst n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
13 and all the inhumane wayes of Compulsion are taken up as the proper and peculiar Methods, either to defend and propagate their own Tenents, and all the inhumane ways of Compulsion Are taken up as the proper and peculiar Methods, either to defend and propagate their own Tenants, cc d dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n2, av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 or to undermine the Articles and Practice of the contrary Religion. or to undermine the Articles and Practice of the contrary Religion. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
15 For that Religion that wants the solidity and loveliness of Truth, to defend or promote it, For that Religion that Wants the solidity and loveliness of Truth, to defend or promote it, p-acp d n1 cst vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
16 and cannot by its own native vertue and beauty maintain its ground, and infinuate it self into th• 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 others, must necessarily have recourse to the 〈 … 〉 Methods of Force and Rage, of Bloodshed an• 〈 … 〉 that it may aw and scare men into a Compl• … 〈 … 〉 subdue the Timorous; and cannot by its own native virtue and beauty maintain its ground, and infinuate it self into th• 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 Others, must necessarily have recourse to the 〈 … 〉 Methods of Force and Rage, of Bloodshed an• 〈 … 〉 that it may aw and scare men into a Compl• … 〈 … 〉 subdue the Timorous; cc vmbx p-acp po31 d j-jn n1 cc n1 vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1 〈 sy sy 〉 ng2-jn, vmb av-j vhi n1 p-acp dt 〈 … 〉 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 n1 〈 … 〉 cst pn31 vmb zz cc vvi n2 p-acp dt np1 … 〈 … 〉 vvi dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
17 and take those out of the 〈 ◊ 〉, whose minds being endued with more generous Principles, know not how to truckle and submit to Falsehood. and take those out of the 〈 ◊ 〉, whose minds being endued with more generous Principles, know not how to truckle and submit to Falsehood. cc vvb d av pp-f dt 〈 sy 〉, rg-crq n2 vbg vvn p-acp av-dc j n2, vvb xx c-crq pc-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
18 Thus the Turk hath turned his Swords into Ploughshares, (but in a sence far different from that Evangellical promise) and prepares the Soyl, Thus the Turk hath turned his Swords into Ploughshares, (but in a sense Far different from that Evangelical promise) and prepares the Soil, av dt np1 vhz vvn po31 n2 p-acp n2, (cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j j p-acp cst np1 n1) cc vvz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
19 and plants his Religion, by the point of the Sword, and the dint and demonstration of Force and Violence. and plants his Religion, by the point of the Sword, and the dint and demonstration of Force and Violence. cc vvz po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
20 And from hence it was, that the Christian Religion in all Ages found such opposition both from Jew and Pagan, not by Reason and Arguments, And from hence it was, that the Christian Religion in all Ages found such opposition both from Jew and Pagan, not by Reason and Arguments, cc p-acp av pn31 vbds, cst dt njp n1 p-acp d n2 vvd d n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc j-jn, xx p-acp n1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
21 but by Rage and Persecutions, by Racks, and Geobits, by Fire and Faggot, and by all the Arts and means that malice and fury, that spight, but by Rage and Persecutions, by Racks, and Geobits, by Fire and Faggot, and by all the Arts and means that malice and fury, that spite, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp n2, cc n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 cst n1 cc n1, cst n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
22 and inhumane Cruelty could invent or devise; not to Convince, but to Ruine and Destroy men. and inhumane Cruelty could invent or devise; not to Convince, but to Ruin and Destroy men. cc j n1 vmd vvi cc vvi; xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc vvb n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
23 Hence was that continued series of those dreadful Persecutions, that raged so horribly against the Christians, Hence was that continued series of those dreadful Persecutions, that raged so horribly against the Christians, av vbds cst vvd n2 pp-f d j n2, cst vvd av av-j p-acp dt njpg2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
24 whilest the Empire was in the hands of Pagan-Princes; whilst the Empire was in the hands of Pagan-Princes; cs dt n1 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
25 they being hated, as our Saviour foretold, of all men for his Names sake. And if any Famine or Mortality, they being hated, as our Saviour foretold, of all men for his Names sake. And if any Famine or Mortality, pns32 vbg vvn, c-acp po12 n1 vvn, pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n2 n1. cc cs d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
26 or any Evil occurrent had befallen the Empire, the common Cry was, Christianos ad Leones; as if these had been the certain cause of every common Calamity, or any Evil occurrent had befallen the Empire, the Common Cry was, Christians ad Leones; as if these had been the certain cause of every Common Calamity, cc d j-jn j vhd vvn dt n1, dt j n1 vbds, fw-la fw-la np1; c-acp cs d vhd vbn dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
27 or the Wrath of their Gods, could only be appeased by the Blood and Ruine of innocent men. or the Wrath of their God's, could only be appeased by the Blood and Ruin of innocent men. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
28 But we need not go so far off, to make instances, nor search the Annals of Heathen or Turkish stories, But we need not go so Far off, to make instances, nor search the Annals of Heathen or Turkish stories, cc-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi av av-j a-acp, pc-acp vvi n2, ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn cc jp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
29 for a proof of what I say. for a proof of what I say. p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
30 The Fraud, and Force, the Spight and Cruelty, that Rome, Christian-Rome hath alwayes persecuted us with, abundantly shews with what Arts a false Religion is to be established, The Fraud, and Force, the Spite and Cruelty, that Room, Christian-Rome hath always persecuted us with, abundantly shows with what Arts a false Religion is to be established, dt n1, cc n1, dt n1 cc n1, cst vvi, j vhz av vvn pno12 p-acp, av-j vvz p-acp r-crq n2 dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
31 and gives us as great an evidence, as any, that the Religion which they so propagate, is not from God. and gives us as great an evidence, as any, that the Religion which they so propagate, is not from God. cc vvz pno12 p-acp j dt n1, c-acp d, cst dt n1 r-crq pns32 av vvi, vbz xx p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
32 Historians tell us, that Romulus layed the foundation of those Walls in the Blood of his Brother Remus, and the humour of it Cleaveth to those walls still; Historians tell us, that Romulus laid the Foundation of those Walls in the Blood of his Brother Remus, and the humour of it Cleaveth to those walls still; np1 vvb pno12, cst npg1 vvd dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp d n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
33 and though Rome be now called Christian, she still goes on to Found her Walls, and establish her dominion in the Blood of her Brethren. and though Room be now called Christian, she still Goes on to Found her Walls, and establish her dominion in the Blood of her Brothers. cc cs vvb vbb av vvn np1, pns31 av vvz p-acp pc-acp vvd po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
34 And though old Rome advanced her Empire over the world, by Sword and Slaughter, by a forcible Conquest, And though old Room advanced her Empire over the world, by Sword and Slaughter, by a forcible Conquest, cc cs j vvb vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
35 and the invasion of other mens Rights, yet it was by Prowess and Valour, and the Generous Methods of an open War. And in this, indeed, Rome is Rome still, that she usurps, and the invasion of other men's Rights, yet it was by Prowess and Valour, and the Generous Methods of an open War. And in this, indeed, Room is Rome still, that she usurps, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2-jn, av pn31 vbds p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc p-acp d, av, vvb vbz np1 av, cst pns31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
36 and encroacheth, that she battens in Blood, and thrives by Confusion and Slaughter; and encroacheth, that she battens in Blood, and thrives by Confusion and Slaughter; cc vvz, cst pns31 fw-la p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
37 but yet she is much departed from the Generosity, and Gallantry of old Rome, in that they scorned to proceed, but yet she is much departed from the Generosity, and Gallantry of old Room, in that they scorned to proceed, cc-acp av pns31 vbz av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f j vvi, p-acp cst pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
38 but by open Defyance, and gave an Enemy warning to look to himself; but by open Defiance, and gave an Enemy warning to look to himself; cc-acp p-acp j n1, cc vvd dt n1 vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp px31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
39 but these thrive by Treachery and Baseness, and steal upon us like a Thief in the night, and are ashamed of no Arts, but these thrive by Treachery and Baseness, and steal upon us like a Thief in the night, and Are ashamed of no Arts, cc-acp d vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvi p-acp pno12 av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vbr j pp-f dx n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
40 and baulk no Methods, how dirty, and indecent; how mean, or unmanly soever, that may but any wayes tend to promote their designes, and balk no Methods, how dirty, and indecent; how mean, or unmanly soever, that may but any ways tend to promote their designs, cc vvb dx n2, c-crq j, cc j; c-crq j, cc j av, cst vmb cc-acp d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
41 and advance (as they call it) the Catholick cause. and advance (as they call it) the Catholic cause. cc vvb (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31) dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
42 Hence an inhumane Cruelty, where-ever they get an advantage, does constantly attend their Successe, the certain signe of a cowardly and degenerous mind; Hence an inhumane Cruelty, wherever they get an advantage, does constantly attend their Success, the certain Signen of a cowardly and degenerous mind; av dt j n1, j pns32 vvb dt n1, vdz av-j vvi po32 n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
43 of which the Parisian Massacre, the Irish Rebellion, and their Butcheries in the valley of Peidmont, are lasting and undeniable Monuments. of which the Parisian Massacre, the Irish Rebellion, and their Butcheries in the valley of Piedmont, Are lasting and undeniable Monuments. pp-f r-crq dt np1 n1, dt jp n1, cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
44 And all the advances they have made, and the ground they have gotten, hath most-what been, by Base and Treacherous Plots, by Fire, and Poison, and Daggers; And all the advances they have made, and the ground they have got, hath mostwhat been, by Base and Treacherous Plots, by Fire, and Poison, and Daggers; cc d dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn, cc dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn, vhz j vbn, p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
45 wayes, that God, (beyond Dispute) never appointed his Church to rise by, or to defend her self with; ways, that God, (beyond Dispute) never appointed his Church to rise by, or to defend her self with; n2, cst np1, (p-acp vvb) av vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
46 and a Method of proceeding, that the Christian Religion does utterly abhor and disown. and a Method of proceeding, that the Christian Religion does utterly abhor and disown. cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst dt njp n1 vdz av-j vvi cc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
47 And all these, and more too, we have by experience found to be practised by them upon our selves, in this Nation. And all these, and more too, we have by experience found to be practised by them upon our selves, in this nation. cc d d, cc av-dc av, pns12 vhb p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
48 If not all in Effect, no thanks to them who laid their Traines, and did their utmost; If not all in Effect, no thanks to them who laid their Trains, and did their utmost; cs xx d p-acp vvb, dx n2 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvd po32 n2, cc vdd po32 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
49 yet all this they have endeavoured to do, and would certainly have done, if the infinite mercy and good Providence of God had not been our defence to their confusion. yet all this they have endeavoured to do, and would Certainly have done, if the infinite mercy and good Providence of God had not been our defence to their confusion. av d d pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vdi, cc vmd av-j vhi vdn, cs dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1 vhd xx vbn po12 n1 p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
50 It was out of this Shop, that all those Treacherous and Trayterous attempts against the Life of that excellent Princess of ever blessed Memory, Queen Elizabeth, first proceeded; It was out of this Shop, that all those Treacherous and Traitorous attempts against the Life of that excellent Princess of ever blessed Memory, Queen Elizabeth, First proceeded; pn31 vbds av pp-f d n1, cst d d j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 pp-f av j-vvn n1, n1 np1, ord vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
51 From Rome they derived both their encouragement, and first formation. From Room they derived both their encouragement, and First formation. p-acp vvb pns32 vvd d po32 n1, cc ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
52 From hence Lopez was set on to Poison her, Parry, Sommervile, and others, to Stab her. From hence Lopez was Set on to Poison her, Parry, Sommervile, and Others, to Stab her. p-acp av np1 vbds vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, np1, np1, cc n2-jn, pc-acp vvb pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
53 A Practice that Heathen-Rome scorned to use, or own; A Practice that Heathen-Rome scorned to use, or own; dt n1 cst j vvd pc-acp vvi, cc d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
54 but Rome called Christian, makes these the chiefest of her Arts, and relyes on them as her most successeful, but Room called Christian, makes these the chiefest of her Arts, and relies on them as her most successful, cc-acp vvb vvn njp, vvz d dt js-jn pp-f po31 n2, cc vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 av-ds j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
55 and apposite Methods of vanquishing Princes. and apposite Methods of vanquishing Princes. cc zz n2 pp-f j-vvg n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
56 From Rome the Spanish Armado received an encouragement, and the Apostolical Benediction, and from the same source sprang that Plot of the Gunpowder-Treason; a designe which none but Rome could Foster, From Room the Spanish Armado received an encouragement, and the Apostolical Benediction, and from the same source sprang that Plot of the Gunpowder treason; a Design which none but Room could Foster, p-acp vvb dt jp np1 vvd dt n1, cc dt j n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 vvd d n1 pp-f dt n1; dt n1 r-crq pix cc-acp vvb vmd vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
57 and which none but those who had put off all sense of Religion, Mercy or Humanity, could ever invent or approve of; and which none but those who had put off all sense of Religion, Mercy or Humanity, could ever invent or approve of; cc r-crq pix p-acp d r-crq vhd vvn a-acp d n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, vmd av vvi cc vvi pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
58 and which the Savage inhabitants of the coldest Climes would be startled at, and tremble to hear of. and which the Savage inhabitants of the Coldest Climes would be startled At, and tremble to hear of. cc r-crq dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt js-jn n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
59 From the same place, our late dreadful confusions were highly fomented: and that Sacred, and Royal Blood which so much sullied the honour of our Religion, From the same place, our late dreadful confusions were highly fomented: and that Sacred, and Royal Blood which so much sullied the honour of our Religion, p-acp dt d n1, po12 j j n2 vbdr av-j vvn: cc cst j, cc j n1 r-crq av av-d vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
60 and still Cryes so loud for Vengeance, was not shed without their Concurrence, and Assistance; and still Cries so loud for Vengeance, was not shed without their Concurrence, and Assistance; cc av vvz av av-j p-acp n1, vbds xx vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
61 the mischievous and busie Jesuite, being so wicked as to promote the designe, and so impudent, the mischievous and busy Jesuit, being so wicked as to promote the Design, and so impudent, dt j cc j np1, vbg av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
62 as to Boast of it when it was done. as to Boast of it when it was done. c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 c-crq pn31 vbds vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
63 But why should I mention former things, since of late they have given us the Compendium, But why should I mention former things, since of late they have given us the Compendium, cc-acp q-crq vmd pns11 vvi j n2, c-acp pp-f av-j pns32 vhb vvn pno12 dt fw-la, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
64 and Abstract of all their villanies, in that horrid and execrable Plot, which is yet on foot; and Abstract of all their villainies, in that horrid and execrable Plot, which is yet on foot; cc n-jn pp-f d po32 n2, p-acp cst j cc j n1, r-crq vbz av p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
65 and which, in despight of all discoveries, and opposition that can be made, they have the face and insolence still to push forward, and which, in despite of all discoveries, and opposition that can be made, they have the face and insolence still to push forward, cc r-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, cc n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vhb dt n1 cc n1 av pc-acp vvi av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
66 and mangage, with the utmost of a restless, and implacable vigor, and malice. and mangage, with the utmost of a restless, and implacable vigor, and malice. cc fw-fr, p-acp dt j pp-f dt j, cc j n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
67 A designe so horrid and ghastly in its Aspect, so contrary to all true sentiments of Piety, Humanity and Allegiance, that I do not wonder that they use all their Arts, either to stifle its Discovery, or to divert the Odium of it from themselves upon others. A Design so horrid and ghastly in its Aspect, so contrary to all true sentiments of Piety, Humanity and Allegiance, that I do not wonder that they use all their Arts, either to stifle its Discovery, or to divert the Odium of it from themselves upon Others. dt n1 av j cc j p-acp po31 n1, av j-jn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, cst pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pns32 vvb d po32 n2, av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt np1 pp-f pn31 p-acp px32 p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
68 And yet it is so suitable to their former Methods, and so well adapted to serve and promote the ends of a false Religion, that we have no cause to question who are its Authors, And yet it is so suitable to their former Methods, and so well adapted to serve and promote the ends of a false Religion, that we have no cause to question who Are its Authors, cc av pn31 vbz av j p-acp po32 j n2, cc av av vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
69 nor any reason to think they will give over its Pursuit, so long as the faintest hopes remain that it may take effect. nor any reason to think they will give over its Pursuit, so long as the faintest hope's remain that it may take Effect. ccx d n1 pc-acp vvi pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, av av-j c-acp dt vv2 n2 vvi cst pn31 vmb vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
70 But this opposition against the true Religion, should make the Professors of it the more watchful and resolute in its defence, that the endeavours of the enemy to subvert the Truth, But this opposition against the true Religion, should make the Professors of it the more watchful and resolute in its defence, that the endeavours of the enemy to subvert the Truth, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1, vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 dt av-dc j cc j p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
71 and Eclipse the light of the Gospel may meet with a suitable resistance in the wisdom and vigilance of the Defenders of it, and Eclipse the Light of the Gospel may meet with a suitable resistance in the Wisdom and vigilance of the Defenders of it, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
72 and these last efforts of their languishing cause be baffled. and these last efforts of their languishing cause be baffled. cc d ord n2 pp-f po32 j-vvg n1 vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
73 If Rome so earnestly seeks to corrupt the Faith, and by any Methods to impose a false a Religion upon us; If Room so earnestly seeks to corrupt the Faith, and by any Methods to impose a false a Religion upon us; cs vvb av av-j vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt j dt n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
74 it is reasonable, and fair, that we oppose their Intrigues, by all just wayes, and according to Saint Judes exhortation here, Earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once delivered to the Saints. it is reasonable, and fair, that we oppose their Intrigues, by all just ways, and according to Saint Jude's exhortation Here, Earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once Delivered to the Saints. pn31 vbz j, cc j, cst pns12 vvb po32 np1, p-acp d j n2, cc vvg p-acp n1 npg1 n1 av, av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
75 An Exhortation, which if it was useful in his dayes, cannot be needless now in ours: an Exhortation, which if it was useful in his days, cannot be needless now in ours: dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbds j p-acp po31 n2, vmbx vbi j av p-acp png12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
76 And since the Laws are the Barriers and just defence of our Religion, as well as our Liberty; And since the Laws Are the Barriers and just defence of our Religion, as well as our Liberty; cc c-acp dt n2 vbr dt n2 cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp av c-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
77 and the true Faith is the common concern of every man; and the true Faith is the Common concern of every man; cc dt j n1 vbz dt j vvi pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
78 it cannot be unseasonable, nor improper, at this time, when both Magistrates and People are met to enquire into the importance and obligation of the words of Saint Jude, and to see what he meant by it; it cannot be unseasonable, nor improper, At this time, when both Magistrates and People Are met to inquire into the importance and obligation of the words of Saint U^de, and to see what he meant by it; pn31 vmbx vbi j, ccx j, p-acp d n1, c-crq d n2 cc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
79 and how far we are concerned in it, when he said, and how Far we Are concerned in it, when he said, cc c-crq av-j pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
80 It was needful for me to write unto you, and Exhort you, that ye should earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once delivered to the Saints. Which words contain It was needful for me to write unto you, and Exhort you, that you should earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once Delivered to the Saints. Which words contain pn31 vbds j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22, cst pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. r-crq n2 vvb (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
81 1. The Subject and Theam of his Epistle what he wrote about; 1. The Subject and Theam of his Epistle what he wrote about; crd dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
82 and that is, to Exhort you, That ye should earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once delivered to the Saints. and that is, to Exhort you, That you should earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once Delivered to the Saints. cc d vbz, pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
83 2. The reason why he chose this subject, and wrote about this matter: It was needful for me to write unto you. 2. The reason why he chosen this Subject, and wrote about this matter: It was needful for me to write unto you. crd dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd d n-jn, cc vvd p-acp d n1: pn31 vbds j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
84 It was requisite and needful to manage that subject; and the Fourth Verse gives a sufficient account of the necessity of it: It was requisite and needful to manage that Subject; and the Fourth Verse gives a sufficient account of the necessity of it: pn31 vbds j cc j pc-acp vvi d n-jn; cc dt ord n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
85 For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this Condemnation, ungodly men, turning the Grace of our God into Lasciviousness, For there Are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this Condemnation, ungodly men, turning the Grace of our God into Lasciviousness, p-acp a-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp av-j, r-crq vbdr a-acp a-acp j vvn p-acp d n1, j n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 6
86 and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ. There were some crept in, that began to subvert the Faith, and Sap, the very foundations of it; and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord jesus christ. There were Some crept in, that began to subvert the Faith, and Sap, the very foundations of it; cc vvg dt j n1 np1, cc po12 n1 np1 np1. a-acp vbdr d vvn p-acp, cst vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1, dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
87 Saint Jude therefore thought it needfull for him to give them notice and warning of it, the Faith was in danger; Saint U^de Therefore Thought it needful for him to give them notice and warning of it, the Faith was in danger; n1 np1 av vvd pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 vbds p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
88 he therefore Exhorts them to contend earnestly for it. he Therefore Exhorts them to contend earnestly for it. pns31 av vvz pno32 p-acp vvb av-j p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
89 For this is the Office of the Seers, to stand and observe, and give notice of the approaching danger, that the flock may not be surprized by any suddain invasion, For this is the Office of the Seers, to stand and observe, and give notice of the approaching danger, that the flock may not be surprised by any sudden invasion, p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvb n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
90 nor seduced by the fly insinuations of those that lye in wait to deceive, and creep in unawares. This was the danger the Church then was in and which it hath never since been freed entirely from; nor seduced by the fly insinuations of those that lie in wait to deceive, and creep in unawares. This was the danger the Church then was in and which it hath never since been freed entirely from; ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvb p-acp av-j. d vbds dt n1 dt n1 av vbds a-acp cc r-crq pn31 vhz av c-acp vbn vvn av-j p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
91 this gave occasion to Saint Jude to manage this subject then, and makes it still fit for the Ministers of the Gospel to press and urge: this gave occasion to Saint U^de to manage this Subject then, and makes it still fit for the Ministers of the Gospel to press and urge: d vvd n1 p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi d n-jn av, cc vvz pn31 av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
92 And to exhort you, That ye should earnestly contend for the Faith which was once delivered to the Saints. And to exhort you, That you should earnestly contend for the Faith which was once Delivered to the Saints. cc pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
93 Where there are these Two Things to be considered. 1. What it is they were to Contend for; Where there Are these Two Things to be considered. 1. What it is they were to Contend for; c-crq pc-acp vbr d crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. crd r-crq pn31 vbz pns32 vbdr p-acp vvb p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
94 and that is, The Faith once delivered to the Saints. 2. How they were to contend for it; and that is, Earnestly. and that is, The Faith once Delivered to the Saints. 2. How they were to contend for it; and that is, Earnestly. cc d vbz, dt n1 a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. crd c-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; cc d vbz, av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
95 1. What they were to contend for — The Faith, &c. This certainly is a subject well worthy of the Apostles greatest, 1. What they were to contend for — The Faith, etc. This Certainly is a Subject well worthy of the Apostles greatest, crd r-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp vvb p-acp — dt n1, av np1 av-j vbz dt n-jn av j pp-f dt n2 js, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
96 and most vigorous Exhortations, and the believers most earnest Contentions. This is that we should most earnestly seek after; and most vigorous Exhortations, and the believers most earnest Contentions. This is that we should most earnestly seek After; cc av-ds j n2, cc dt n2 av-ds j n2. d vbz cst pns12 vmd av-ds av-j vvi a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
97 and having obtained it, they most diligently endeavour to retain. and having obtained it, they most diligently endeavour to retain. cc vhg vvn pn31, pns32 ds av-j vvi pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
98 It is that Precious Pledge of his Love, which the Lord Jesus Christ, our dear Redeemer, delivered us to keep; It is that Precious Pledge of his Love, which the Lord jesus christ, our dear Redeemer, Delivered us to keep; pn31 vbz cst j n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq dt n1 np1 np1, po12 j-jn n1, vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
99 and that, after he had endured all the indignities and contemptuous affronts, and suffered the worst of things that men could inflict, and that, After he had endured all the indignities and contemptuous affronts, and suffered the worst of things that men could inflict, cc cst, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d dt n2 cc j vvz, cc vvd dt js pp-f n2 cst n2 vmd vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
100 and shed his Blood to seal and confirm it to us. and shed his Blood to seal and confirm it to us. cc vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
101 Nay, this is that in which our eternal life consists, and the only way that our Saviour hath layed down for us to go to Heaven in. Nay, this is that in which our Eternal life consists, and the only Way that our Saviour hath laid down for us to go to Heaven in. uh-x, d vbz d p-acp r-crq po12 j n1 vvz, cc dt j n1 cst po12 n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
102 This is that which Saint Jude calls here in the beginning of this verse [ the common salvation, ] that Method and way of Salvation, that was delivered for all alike, and alike concern; This is that which Saint U^de calls Here in the beginning of this verse [ the Common salvation, ] that Method and Way of Salvation, that was Delivered for all alike, and alike concern; d vbz d r-crq n1 np1 vvz av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 [ dt j n1, ] cst n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp d av, cc av-j vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
103 all to know, to observe, and to walk in. all to know, to observe, and to walk in. d pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
104 Which, what it is, will more fully yet appear, by considering the words which the Apostle here describes it by (viz.) The Faith once delivered to the Saints. Which, what it is, will more Fully yet appear, by considering the words which the Apostle Here describes it by (viz.) The Faith once Delivered to the Saints. r-crq, q-crq pn31 vbz, vmb av-dc av-j av vvi, p-acp vvg dt n2 r-crq dt n1 av vvz pn31 p-acp (n1) dt n1 a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
105 Where it is expressed, 1. By its name, the Faith. 2. By a considerable distinguishing Circumstance, once delivered to the Saints. Where it is expressed, 1. By its name, the Faith. 2. By a considerable distinguishing Circumstance, once Delivered to the Saints. c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, crd p-acp po31 n1, dt n1. crd p-acp dt j j-vvg n1, a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
106 1. By its name, the Faith. This a Dubious term in it self, as being capable of a different application; 1. By its name, the Faith. This a Dubious term in it self, as being capable of a different application; crd p-acp po31 n1, dt n1. d dt j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, c-acp vbg j pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
107 and signifieth sometimes one thing, and sometimes another. and signifies sometime one thing, and sometime Another. cc vvz av crd n1, cc av j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
108 But the most usual distinction, and which is fully sufficient for my present purpose, is that division of Faith, In Fidem quâ Credimus, and Fidem quam Credimus. But the most usual distinction, and which is Fully sufficient for my present purpose, is that division of Faith, In Fidem quâ Credimus, and Fidem quam Credimus. p-acp dt av-ds j n1, cc r-crq vbz av-j j p-acp po11 j n1, vbz d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
109 1. There is the Fides quô Credimus, the Faith by which we believe; 1. There is the Fides quô Credimus, the Faith by which we believe; crd pc-acp vbz dt np1 uh np1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
110 and this is no more than the internal assent and consent of the mind, to the Doctrines of the Gospel, and this is no more than the internal assent and consent of the mind, to the Doctrines of the Gospel, cc d vbz dx dc cs dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
111 and the Revelations of God, which when it hath that influence upon the Soul, as to captivate it into a due subjection and obedience to the Laws of God, and the Revelations of God, which when it hath that influence upon the Soul, as to captivate it into a due subjection and Obedience to the Laws of God, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq c-crq pn31 vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
112 and the Rules and Precepts of the Lord Jesus Christ, is that which is by Divines, called a saving and justifying Faith; a Faith that works by love, and the Rules and Precepts of the Lord jesus christ, is that which is by Divines, called a Saving and justifying Faith; a Faith that works by love, cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, vbz d r-crq vbz p-acp n2-jn, vvd dt vvg cc vvg n1; dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
113 and is the fulfilling of the Gospel-condition; and is the fulfilling of the Gospel condition; cc vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
114 a Faith that receives and submits to the Lord Jesus in all his Offices, and as he is offered in the Gospel. a Faith that receives and submits to the Lord jesus in all his Offices, and as he is offered in the Gospel. dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp d po31 n2, cc c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 8
115 This is an usual and frequent meaning of the word Faith in the New-Testament; and that which we should, by all means, Contend and endeavour to preserve entire. This is an usual and frequent meaning of the word Faith in the New testament; and that which we should, by all means, Contend and endeavour to preserve entire. d vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1; cc cst r-crq pns12 vmd, p-acp d n2, vvb cc n1 pc-acp vvi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
116 That neither the pleasures of this life, nor the inclinations of a Corrupt mind; That neither the pleasures of this life, nor the inclinations of a Corrupt mind; cst dx dt n2 pp-f d n1, ccx dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
117 neither the sly insinuations of lewd Companions, nor the interest and Grandeur of this present World, divert us from it. neither the sly insinuations of lewd Sodales, nor the Interest and Grandeur of this present World, divert us from it. av-dx dt j n2 pp-f j n2, ccx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, vvb pno12 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
118 That neither to comply with the Lusts of the Flesh, nor to form or promote an Intrigue or design, we should violate the Rules of a good conscience, That neither to comply with the Lustiest of the Flesh, nor to from or promote an Intrigue or Design, we should violate the Rules of a good conscience, cst d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, ccx p-acp n1 cc vvi dt np1 cc n1, pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
119 or make bold with the Laws of Jesus Christ. In short, that neither Debauchery, nor Dishonesty, or make bold with the Laws of jesus christ. In short, that neither Debauchery, nor Dishonesty, cc vvi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1. p-acp j, cst dx n1, ccx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
120 nor Knavery, should make us forget our obedience to the Gospel, or in any thing depart from the Principles of that Religion which we profess. nor Knavery, should make us forget our Obedience to the Gospel, or in any thing depart from the Principles of that Religion which we profess. ccx n1, vmd vvi pno12 vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
121 This is a Faith thus to be Contended for and preserved; This is a Faith thus to be Contended for and preserved; d vbz dt n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
122 but this is not the Faith here meant in the Text. For besides this, there is but this is not the Faith Here meant in the Text. For beside this, there is cc-acp d vbz xx dt n1 av vvd p-acp dt np1 p-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbz (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
123 2. Fides quam Credimus. And by that is meant the Gospel. And the Doctrines of Jesus Christ, and his Apostles; 2. Fides quam Credimus. And by that is meant the Gospel. And the Doctrines of jesus christ, and his Apostles; crd fw-la fw-la fw-la. cc p-acp d vbz vvn dt n1. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, cc po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
124 the Message they brought, the Rules they gave, the Means they prescribed in order to eternal Salvation, are very frequently in Scripture called the Faith. This Acts 6. 7. And the word of God increased (or got ground) and the number of the disciples multiplyed in Jerusalem greatly, the Message they brought, the Rules they gave, the Means they prescribed in order to Eternal Salvation, Are very frequently in Scripture called the Faith. This Acts 6. 7. And the word of God increased (or god ground) and the number of the Disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly, dt n1 pns32 vvd, dt n2 pns32 vvd, dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, vbr av av-j p-acp n1 vvd dt n1. d n2 crd crd cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd (cc vvd n1) cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp np1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
125 and a great company of the Priests were obedient to the Faith. and a great company of the Priests were obedient to the Faith. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
126 So Galat. 1. 23. He that persecuted us in times past, now preacheth the Faith, which once he destroyed. So Galatians 1. 23. He that persecuted us in times past, now Preacheth the Faith, which once he destroyed. av np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvn pno12 p-acp n2 j, av vvz dt n1, r-crq a-acp pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
127 And so again 1 Tim. 3. 9. Holding the Mystery of the Faith in a pure conscience. And so again 1 Tim. 3. 9. Holding the Mystery of the Faith in a pure conscience. cc av av vvn np1 crd crd vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
128 And to name no more, so it is in this place, That ye should earnestly Contend for the Faith once delivered to the Saints. And to name no more, so it is in this place, That you should earnestly Contend for the Faith once Delivered to the Saints. cc p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc, av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cst pn22 vmd av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
129 Where it is not the Faith whereby they believe, but the Faith which they believe, the Faith delivered to the Saints to be believed, received and kept, that is meant. Where it is not the Faith whereby they believe, but the Faith which they believe, the Faith Delivered to the Saints to be believed, received and kept, that is meant. c-crq pn31 vbz xx dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, cc-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvn cc vvn, cst vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
130 Not an Assent to the Revelation, but the Revelation it self to which we give Assent. Not an Assent to the Revelation, but the Revelation it self to which we give Assent. xx dt vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
131 The Faith here then is the Truth, the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Doctrines of Salvation, The Faith Here then is the Truth, the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ, the Doctrines of Salvation, dt n1 av av vbz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
132 and those Rules and Means that guide us to eternal life; or in one word, the True Religion. and those Rules and Means that guide us to Eternal life; or in one word, the True Religion. cc d n2 cc n2 cst vvb pno12 p-acp j n1; cc p-acp crd n1, dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
133 And this is further set out, 2. By a considerable distinguishing Circumstance, once delivered to the Saints. And this is further Set out, 2. By a considerable distinguishing Circumstance, once Delivered to the Saints. cc d vbz av-jc vvn av, crd p-acp dt j j-vvg n1, a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 10
134 Every Doctrine is not to be Contended for, and every Religion is not worth the keeping; Every Doctrine is not to be Contended for, and every Religion is not worth the keeping; d n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cc d n1 vbz xx j dt n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
135 and every thing that hath by men, been delivered to men, is not too tenaciously to be adhered to. and every thing that hath by men, been Delivered to men, is not too tenaciously to be adhered to. cc d n1 cst vhz p-acp n2, vbn vvn p-acp n2, vbz xx av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
136 The Faith, the Religion which Saint Jude proposeth to our Care, and endeavours to keep, is described by this, which distinguisheth it from all that are false, The Faith, the Religion which Saint U^de Proposeth to our Care, and endeavours to keep, is described by this, which Distinguisheth it from all that Are false, dt n1, dt n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp po12 n1, cc n2 pc-acp vvi, vbz vvn p-acp d, r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp d cst vbr j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
137 and sets the true, and currant stamp upon it, it is the Faith, the Doctrine, the Religion, NONLATINALPHABET, once delivered to the Saints. and sets the true, and currant stamp upon it, it is the Faith, the Doctrine, the Religion,, once Delivered to the Saints. cc vvz dt j, cc n1 vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1, dt n1, dt n1,, a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
138 And this being the Mark, and distinguishing Character of that Faith and Religion, which we must Contend for, it must the more carefully be enquired into, that we may not miss our Mark, And this being the Mark, and distinguishing Character of that Faith and Religion, which we must Contend for, it must the more carefully be inquired into, that we may not miss our Mark, cc d vbg dt vvb, cc j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvb p-acp, pn31 vmb dt av-dc av-j vbi vvn p-acp, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
139 and Contend for what we ought to avoid. and Contend for what we ought to avoid. cc vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
140 There are therefore two things to be explained in these words, and we must enquire who are the Saints, There Are Therefore two things to be explained in these words, and we must inquire who Are the Saints, pc-acp vbr av crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, cc pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbr dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
141 and what is to be understood by the NONLATINALPHABET in the Text. and what is to be understood by the in the Text. cc r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt p-acp dt np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
142 1. Who are the Saints here, to whom the Faith was delivered? And here I think the Answer is plain, 1. Who Are the Saints Here, to whom the Faith was Delivered? And Here I think the Answer is plain, crd q-crq vbr dt n2 av, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbds vvn? cc av pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 10
143 and easy enough, that by Saints he means, no other than those, to whom the Gospel was first preached, and easy enough, that by Saints he means, no other than those, to whom the Gospel was First preached, cc j av-d, cst p-acp n2 pns31 vvz, dx n-jn cs d, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbds ord vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 10
144 and who did receive it and believe. [ Sanctos (says one) usitato Scripturae modo vocat Credentes; and who did receive it and believe. [ Sanctos (Says one) usitato Scriptures modo vocat believers; cc q-crq vdd vvi pn31 cc vvi. [ fw-la (vvz pi) n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 10
145 he calls the Believers Saints according to the usual Language of the Scriptures. he calls the Believers Saints according to the usual Language of the Scriptures. pns31 vvz dt n2 n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 10
146 ] And thus Saint Paul calls the Believers, and Embracers of the Gospel, the Saints and faithful brethren which are at Colosse; and Philip. 1. 1. To all the Saints in Christ Jesus that are at Philippi. ] And thus Saint Paul calls the Believers, and Embracers of the Gospel, the Saints and faithful brothers which Are At Colosse; and Philip. 1. 1. To all the Saints in christ jesus that Are At Philippi. ] cc av n1 np1 vvz dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 cc j n2 r-crq vbr p-acp n1; cc n1. crd crd p-acp d dt n2 p-acp np1 np1 cst vbr p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
147 But then considering that it is Saint Jude the Apostle of our Lord that writes thus, But then considering that it is Saint U^de the Apostle of our Lord that writes thus, p-acp av vvg cst pn31 vbz n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cst vvz av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
148 as is evident by the first verse of this Epistle, where he styles himself [ Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ and brother of James, ] and by the Inscription of the Epistle, which though it be not Canonical Scripture, as is evident by the First verse of this Epistle, where he styles himself [ U^de, the servant of jesus christ and brother of James, ] and by the Inscription of the Epistle, which though it be not Canonical Scripture, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 [ np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cc n1 pp-f np1, ] cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbb xx j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
149 yet is the sense of the Ancient Church, which entituleth it NONLATINALPHABET, The Epistle of Jude the Apostle. yet is the sense of the Ancient Church, which entitleth it, The Epistle of U^de the Apostle. av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz pn31, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
150 This Epistle then being written by him, and calling the Doctrine of the Gospel, the Faith delivered to the Saints; This Epistle then being written by him, and calling the Doctrine of the Gospel, the Faith Delivered to the Saints; d n1 av vbg vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
151 that which in his time was delivered and received, was preached and believed: that which in his time was Delivered and received, was preached and believed: cst r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn cc vvn, vbds vvn cc vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
152 To us it sets the Mark and stamp of Antiquity, upon that Faith and Doctrine, which he calls upon us to Contend for. And if we ask what is the Doctrine we ought to receive, what the Faith we ought to Contend for? the Answer is in Saint Jude; the Doctrine the Apostles preached, To us it sets the Mark and stamp of Antiquity, upon that Faith and Doctrine, which he calls upon us to Contend for. And if we ask what is the Doctrine we ought to receive, what the Faith we ought to Contend for? the Answer is in Saint U^de; the Doctrine the Apostles preached, p-acp pno12 pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp. cc cs pns12 vvb r-crq vbz dt n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, r-crq dt n1 pns12 vmd p-acp vvb p-acp? dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 np1; dt n1 dt n2 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 11
153 and the Faith the Ancient and Eldest Christians received. This directly opposeth all Novel Doctrines, and all Religions that are late and upstart. and the Faith the Ancient and Eldest Christians received. This directly Opposeth all Novel Doctrines, and all Religions that Are late and upstart. cc dt n1 dt j cc js-jn np1 vvd. np1 av-j vvz d j n2, cc d n2 cst vbr j cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 11
154 Whatsoever is not derived from these Ancient, and uncorrupt Fountains, we are no ways obliged to maintain or Contend for, as being none of the Faith delivered to the Saints. Whatsoever is not derived from these Ancient, and uncorrupt Fountains, we Are no ways obliged to maintain or Contend for, as being none of the Faith Delivered to the Saints. r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp d j, cc j n2, pns12 vbr dx n2 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvb p-acp, p-acp vbg pix pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 11
155 And yet this is the quarrel between the Church of Rome and us. And yet this is the quarrel between the Church of Room and us. cc av d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb cc pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
156 She hath notoriously and visibly corrupted the Faith, and departed in numerous instances, from the true and old Religion; She hath notoriously and visibly corrupted the Faith, and departed in numerous instances, from the true and old Religion; pns31 vhz av-j cc av-j vvn dt n1, cc vvd p-acp j n2, p-acp dt j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
157 We desire to adhere to it, and to separate the Precious from the Vile, and in Reforming our selves, have done no more, We desire to adhere to it, and to separate the Precious from the Vile, and in Reforming our selves, have done no more, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt j, cc p-acp vvg po12 n2, vhb vdn av-dx av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
158 than returned to what was truely Ancient, and have onely recovered out of the Rubbish of their Novel, Superstitious, than returned to what was truly Ancient, and have only recovered out of the Rubbish of their Novel, Superstitious, cs vvn p-acp r-crq vbds av-j j, cc vhb av-j vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 11
159 and Idolatrous Doctrines, the Faith that was once delivered to the Saints. For this they Charge our Doctrines with Novelty, and Idolatrous Doctrines, the Faith that was once Delivered to the Saints. For this they Charge our Doctrines with Novelty, cc j n2, dt n1 cst vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. p-acp d pns32 vvb po12 n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
160 and call our Faith a New Religion; and call our Faith a New Religion; cc vvb po12 n1 dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
161 but to whom that Charge most justly belongs, will be no hard matter to the impartial and unbiassed mind to discover. but to whom that Charge most justly belongs, will be no hard matter to the impartial and unbiased mind to discover. cc-acp p-acp ro-crq d vvb av-ds av-j vvz, vmb vbi dx j n1 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
162 Athanasius wittily derides the Arrians, that when they produced their Confession of Faith in the Council of Rimini, they set down in the stile of it the Day, Athanasius wittily derides the Arians, that when they produced their Confessi of Faith in the Council of Rimini, they Set down in the style of it the Day, np1 av-j vvz dt n2-jn, cst c-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
163 and the Month, and the Consulls when it was made, as from thence dating the Beginning of their Faith, and fixing the first Original of their Heresy, and the Monn, and the Consuls when it was made, as from thence dating the Beginning of their Faith, and fixing the First Original of their Heresy, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn, c-acp p-acp av vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvg dt ord j-jn pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
164 and shewing thereby that their Faith was Late, and upstart. and showing thereby that their Faith was Late, and upstart. cc vvg av cst po32 n1 vbds j, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
165 But what would he have said to the Church of Rome, had he lived now? And how smartly would he have rebuked their Novel Encroachments? the Body of whose Religion, But what would he have said to the Church of Rome, had he lived now? And how smartly would he have rebuked their Novel Encroachments? the Body of whose Religion, p-acp q-crq vmd pns31 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhd pns31 vvn av? cc c-crq av-j vmd pns31 vhb vvn po32 j n2? dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
166 as it is now embraced, bears date from the Counsel of Trent; and there is not one Article in their Faith, wherein they differ from us, as it is now embraced, bears date from the Counsel of Trent; and there is not one Article in their Faith, wherein they differ from us, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
167 but we can shew, and prove it, to be of a late foundation: but we can show, and prove it, to be of a late Foundation: cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvi pn31, pc-acp vbi pp-f dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
168 Late (I mean) in comparison with the Truth, and the Faith that was once delivered to the Saints. Late (I mean) in comparison with the Truth, and the Faith that was once Delivered to the Saints. av-j (pns11 vvb) p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 cst vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
169 What Christ, and his Apostles preached, and what the first and eldest Christians believed, and received, we own and adhere to; What christ, and his Apostles preached, and what the First and eldest Christians believed, and received, we own and adhere to; r-crq np1, cc po31 n2 vvd, cc q-crq dt ord cc js-jn np1 vvd, cc vvn, pns12 d cc vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
170 but other things that are not found among these Doctrines, or are repugnant to them, we justly renounce as New and Erroneous; but other things that Are not found among these Doctrines, or Are repugnant to them, we justly renounce as New and Erroneous; cc-acp j-jn n2 cst vbr xx vvn p-acp d n2, cc vbr j p-acp pno32, pns12 av-j vvb p-acp j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
171 though they have contracted a venerable Rust by their Age, and seek to impose upon us under the mask of Antiquity, though they have contracted a venerable Rust by their Age, and seek to impose upon us under the mask of Antiquity, cs pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
172 and by the descent, and length of their Pedigree. Primum quodque verissimum, is Tertullians Rule; and by the descent, and length of their Pedigree. Primum quodque verissimum, is Tertullia's Rule; cc p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbz n2 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
173 and we desire to stand and be tryed by it, and would have nothing imposed upon us, that the Scriptures (the true and Authentick Records of Antiquity) do not mention, nor own. and we desire to stand and be tried by it, and would have nothing imposed upon us, that the Scriptures (the true and Authentic Records of Antiquity) do not mention, nor own. cc pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vmd vhi pix vvn p-acp pno12, cst dt n2 (dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1) vdb xx vvi, ccx d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 12
174 The Doctrines which the Apostles preached, the Rules of Life and Salvation which they gave, is what we Contend for; for this is the Faith delivered to the Saints. Let us now consider, The Doctrines which the Apostles preached, the Rules of Life and Salvation which they gave, is what we Contend for; for this is the Faith Delivered to the Saints. Let us now Consider, dt n2 r-crq dt n2 vvd, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvd, vbz q-crq pns12 vvb p-acp; p-acp d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2. vvb pno12 av vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
175 2. What is to be understood by the NONLATINALPHABET, the Once delivered in the Text. There are two Senses given of it by Interpreters; 2. What is to be understood by the, the Once Delivered in the Text. There Are two Senses given of it by Interpreters; crd q-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt, dt a-acp vvn p-acp dt np1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 13
176 both which may be taken in, as being both indeed implyed in the word. both which may be taken in, as being both indeed employed in the word. d r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp vbg av-d av vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 13
177 1. Once may carry the sense of Conjunctim, and so the learned and judicious Hammond paraphraseth it [ preached uniformly to all by the consent of all the Apostles. 1. Once may carry the sense of Conjointly, and so the learned and judicious Hammond Paraphraseth it [ preached uniformly to all by the consent of all the Apostles. crd a-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av dt j cc j np1 vvz pn31 [ vvd av-j p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 13
178 ] This was that Doctrine that was One and the same, though preached by different persons; ] This was that Doctrine that was One and the same, though preached by different Persons; ] d vbds d n1 cst vbds crd cc dt d, cs vvn p-acp j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 13
179 this the Apostles all agreed in, and observed in their preaching through the world; this the Apostles all agreed in, and observed in their preaching through the world; d dt n2 d vvn p-acp, cc vvd p-acp po32 vvg p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 13
180 that though they were so far distant one from another, yet they all preached the same thing, that though they were so Far distant one from Another, yet they all preached the same thing, cst cs pns32 vbdr av av-j j pi p-acp n-jn, av pns32 d vvd dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 13
181 and made no Difference in the Doctrine they Preached, in the Faith they delivered to the Saints. and made no Difference in the Doctrine they Preached, in the Faith they Delivered to the Saints. cc vvd dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvn, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 13
182 How happy had it been for the World, and how much had it conduced to the peace and Purity of the Church, How happy had it been for the World, and how much had it conduced to the peace and Purity of the Church, q-crq j vhd pn31 vbn p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq d vhd pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
183 and to the safety and security of the Souls of men, if the Missionaries of Rome had observed and proceeded by the same Rule, and to the safety and security of the Souls of men, if the Missionaries of Room had observed and proceeded by the same Rule, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, cs dt n2 pp-f vvb vhd vvn cc vvd p-acp dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
184 and kept to the Doctrine that was once delivered, and had taught none other things, then what the Apostles by Common consent, and Harmony of mind, had preached. and kept to the Doctrine that was once Delivered, and had taught none other things, then what the Apostles by Common consent, and Harmony of mind, had preached. cc vvd p-acp dt n1 cst vbds a-acp vvn, cc vhd vvn pi j-jn n2, av q-crq dt n2 p-acp j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vhd vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 13
185 Then had they never imposed so much False Doctrine upon the world, nor ever preached things so vastly different, from the Doctrine of Christ and his Apostles. Then had they never imposed so much False Doctrine upon the world, nor ever preached things so vastly different, from the Doctrine of christ and his Apostles. av vhd pns32 av-x vvn av d j n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx av vvd n2 av av-j j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 13
186 Then might the Church, in a great measure, have retained her Virgin-Purity still, and had not been defiled, Then might the Church, in a great measure, have retained her Virgin purity still, and had not been defiled, av vmd dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, vhb vvn po31 n1 av, cc vhd xx vbn vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
187 nor the world been disturbed by the insolent Encroachments of Rome. nor the world been disturbed by the insolent Encroachments of Room. ccx dt n1 vbn vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 13
188 Then might Images (a very Fornication in Religion,) have kept their place among the Batts and Moles, Then might Images (a very Fornication in Religion,) have kept their place among the Bats and Moles, av vmd n2 (dt j n1 p-acp n1,) vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 13
189 and in holes and Brambles, where the Prophet sayes, the Jews, upon their Reformation, should throw theirs; and in holes and Brambles, where the Prophet Says, the jews, upon their Reformation, should throw theirs; cc p-acp n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz, dt np2, p-acp po32 n1, vmd vvi png32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
190 and had never crept forth to see the light, to be adorned and admired, nay, to be set up and worshipped by Foolish men. and had never crept forth to see the Light, to be adorned and admired, nay, to be Set up and worshipped by Foolish men. cc vhd av vvn av pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, uh-x, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
191 Then might the Church have been left to pray and say, Amen, with understanding, and to go to the Throne of Grace, in a way where all knew what they were doing; Then might the Church have been left to pray and say, Amen, with understanding, and to go to the Throne of Grace, in a Way where all knew what they were doing; av vmd dt n1 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, uh-n, p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq d vvd r-crq pns32 vbdr vdg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
192 and the Scriptures, those Fountains of living waters, had never been sealed up under an unknown Tongue, from the eyes and use of those, whose Duty as well as Interest it is, to peruse and understand them. and the Scriptures, those Fountains of living waters, had never been sealed up under an unknown Tongue, from the eyes and use of those, whose Duty as well as Interest it is, to peruse and understand them. cc dt n2, d n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, vhd av-x vbn vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d, rg-crq n1 c-acp av c-acp n1 pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 14
193 Then might the Church have enjoyed the Sacraments, as they were first instituted for her use, Then might the Church have enjoyed the Sacraments, as they were First instituted for her use, av vmd dt n1 vhb vvn dt n2, c-acp pns32 vbdr ord vvn p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
194 and as our Lord appointed they should be received; and the Cup had neither been taken away, nor the Bread been made a God, and as our Lord appointed they should be received; and the Cup had neither been taken away, nor the Bread been made a God, cc p-acp po12 n1 vvn pns32 vmd vbi vvn; cc dt vvb vhd d vbn vvn av, ccx dt np1 vbn vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
195 and a Prodigious Idol to be worshipped, and eaten. and a Prodigious Idol to be worshipped, and eaten. cc dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
196 Had they followed the Faith and Doctrine of the Apostles, they would never have dared to Alter what our Saviour had Ordered, Had they followed the Faith and Doctrine of the Apostles, they would never have dared to Altar what our Saviour had Ordered, vhd pns32 vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq po12 n1 vhd vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
197 nor have presumed to deprive the People of the Cup, when our Saviour at the first institution of that Ordinance, said, Drink ye all of it. nor have presumed to deprive the People of the Cup, when our Saviour At the First Institution of that Ordinance, said, Drink you all of it. ccx vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq po12 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vvd, vvb pn22 d pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 14
198 Then might Princes have enjoyed their Rights, and neither have been questioned nor molested in their Thrones, by those who ought to be subject to them; Then might Princes have enjoyed their Rights, and neither have been questioned nor molested in their Thrones, by those who ought to be Subject to them; av vmd n2 vhb vvn po32 n2-jn, cc av-dx vhb vbn vvn ccx vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp d r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
199 and then might the People have led their lives under them, peaceably in all godliness and honesty, and had never felt the effects of those Fire-brands, which the Pope hath thrown abroad in the world; and then might the People have led their lives under them, peaceably in all godliness and honesty, and had never felt the effects of those Firebrands, which the Pope hath thrown abroad in the world; cc av vmd dt n1 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp pno32, av-j p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc vhd av vvn dt n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
200 nor ever been taught to rebell against God and the King. nor ever been taught to rebel against God and the King. ccx av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 14
201 In short, then had that Mass of Corrupt, Superstitious, and Idolatrous Doctrines, that have with so much confidence been broached, In short, then had that Mass of Corrupt, Superstitious, and Idolatrous Doctrines, that have with so much confidence been broached, p-acp j, av vhd d n1 pp-f j, j, cc j n2, cst vhb p-acp av av-d n1 vbn vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
202 so highly to the dishonour of Religion, and to the danger of Souls, never seen the light, nor defiled the Church; so highly to the dishonour of Religion, and to the danger of Souls, never seen the Light, nor defiled the Church; av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av-x vvn dt n1, ccx vvd dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
203 had they kept to the Faith that was once delivered, that is delivered conjunctly by all the Apostles one and the same. had they kept to the Faith that was once Delivered, that is Delivered conjunctly by all the Apostles one and the same. vhd pns32 vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbds a-acp vvn, cst vbz vvn av-j p-acp d dt n2 crd cc dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 15
204 2. Once delivered, carries in it the sense of Immutably. Once for all, as we say, not to be changed or altered any more. 2. Once Delivered, carries in it the sense of Immutably. Once for all, as we say, not to be changed or altered any more. crd a-acp vvn, vvz p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f av-j. a-acp p-acp d, c-acp pns12 vvb, xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn d dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
205 God gave his people the Jews a Law, and Ordinances, of his own appointment; God gave his people the jews a Law, and Ordinances, of his own appointment; np1 vvd po31 n1 dt np2 dt n1, cc n2, pp-f po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
206 but these were not to hold, but till the Fulness of time was come, and then that dispensation was to cease, but these were not to hold, but till the Fullness of time was come, and then that Dispensation was to cease, cc-acp d vbdr xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, cc av d n1 vbds pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
207 and be done away, to make room for one more perfect and lasting; one to be so Once delivered, as not to be delivered again in another way, and be done away, to make room for one more perfect and lasting; one to be so Once Delivered, as not to be Delivered again in Another Way, cc vbi vdn av, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp crd av-dc j cc j-vvg; crd pc-acp vbi av a-acp vvn, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
208 or with any addition, or amendment. or with any addition, or amendment. cc p-acp d n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
209 And in this sense the Scriptures, use the word elsewhere, Psal. 89. 35. NONLATINALPHABET, Once have I sworn in my Holiness, that I will not lye unto David. And in this sense the Scriptures, use the word elsewhere, Psalm 89. 35., Once have I sworn in my Holiness, that I will not lie unto David. cc p-acp d n1 dt n2, vvb dt n1 av, np1 crd crd, a-acp vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
210 That is, certainly, immutably, and without alteration. And this way both Grotius, and Beza go. [ Semel; Quia de ea Doctrina nihil sit imutandum. That is, Certainly, immutably, and without alteration. And this Way both Grotius, and Beza go. [ Semel; Quia de ea Doctrina nihil sit imutandum. cst vbz, av-j, av-j, cc p-acp n1. cc d n1 d np1, cc np1 vvb. [ fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
211 Once, Because nothing was to be changed in that doctrine. ] Once, Because nothing was to be changed in that Doctrine. ] a-acp, p-acp pix vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. ] (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 15
212 And therefore every Substraction, or Addition to this Faith, thus Once delivered, is a notorious Wrong to it; And Therefore every Substraction, or Addition to this Faith, thus Once Delivered, is a notorious Wrong to it; cc av d n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1, av a-acp vvn, vbz dt j n-jn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 15
213 a Corruption of the Doctrine, and an Encroachment upon the Authority of God Almighty, in whose power alone it is, to make and establish an Article of Faith. And therefore do we appeal to the Doctrine of Christ, a Corruption of the Doctrine, and an Encroachment upon the authority of God Almighty, in whose power alone it is, to make and establish an Article of Faith. And Therefore do we appeal to the Doctrine of christ, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn, p-acp rg-crq n1 av-j pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av vdb pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 15
214 and his Apostles, and desire to stand, and be tryed by that; and his Apostles, and desire to stand, and be tried by that; cc po31 n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vbi vvn p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 15
215 for since it was Once delivered so, as not to be altered, the Church of Rome having made both Additions to it, for since it was Once Delivered so, as not to be altered, the Church of Room having made both Additions to it, c-acp c-acp pn31 vbds a-acp vvn av, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f vvb vhg vvn d n2 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 15
216 and Variations from it, stands justly charged with that Novelty, which she would fix upon us. and Variations from it, Stands justly charged with that Novelty, which she would fix upon us. cc n2 p-acp pn31, vvz av-j vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 15
217 When our Saviour reproves the corrupt Practices, and Glosses of the Jews, he reduceth them to the true and Ancient standard, When our Saviour reproves the corrupt Practices, and Glosses of the jews, he reduceth them to the true and Ancient standard, c-crq po12 n1 vvz dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt np2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
218 and tells them, from the beginning it was not so. and tells them, from the beginning it was not so. cc vvz pno32, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds xx av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
219 And upon many of the Doctrines and Practices of the Church of Rome, we may write the same Remark, And upon many of the Doctrines and Practices of the Church of Rome, we may write the same Remark, cc p-acp d pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
220 and shew, that from the beginning it was not so. and show, that from the beginning it was not so. cc vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds xx av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 16
221 We can tell by what steps the Papal Grandeur advanced, and by what unjust Encroachments and undecent huffs and insolencies, they enlarged their dominions, We can tell by what steps the Papal Grandeur advanced, and by what unjust Encroachments and undecent huffs and insolences, they enlarged their Dominions, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vvz dt j n1 vvn, cc p-acp r-crq j n2 cc j n2 cc n2, pns32 vvd po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
222 and enslaved the Church, and imperiously trampled upon Princes. and enslaved the Church, and imperiously trampled upon Princes. cc vvd dt n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
223 We can tell them the Time, and prove it when they please, that the Bishops of Rome were more tractable and humble, We can tell them the Time, and prove it when they please, that the Bishops of Room were more tractable and humble, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1, cc vvi pn31 c-crq pns32 vvb, cst dt n2 pp-f vvb vbdr av-dc j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
224 and that the world did not take them to be such uncontroulable Pieces, as afterwards they grew up to be. and that the world did not take them to be such uncontrollable Pieces, as afterwards they grew up to be. cc cst dt n1 vdd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi d j n2, c-acp av pns32 vvd a-acp pc-acp vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
225 Gregory the Great ownes the Emperour Mauritius, for his Lord and Master, and declares him to be the Forerunner of Anti-christ, that desires the Title of Oecumenical Pastor, or universal Bishop. Gregory the Great owns the Emperor Mauritius, for his Lord and Master, and declares him to be the Forerunner of Antichrist, that Desires the Title of Ecumenical Pastor, or universal Bishop. np1 dt j vvz dt n1 np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
226 And he held the Chair in the end of the Sixth Century. But the world is much altered with them since, as to both these points; And he held the Chair in the end of the Sixth Century. But the world is much altered with them since, as to both these points; cc pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1. p-acp dt n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp pno32 a-acp, c-acp p-acp d d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
227 and now they assume a power of deposing Princes, and to dispose of the Kingdomes of the earth at their pleasure. and now they assume a power of deposing Princes, and to dispose of the Kingdoms of the earth At their pleasure. cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg n2, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
228 Now, it is an Article of their Faith, that the Pope is Head of the Universal Church. Now, it is an Article of their Faith, that the Pope is Head of the Universal Church. av, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst dt n1 vbz n1 pp-f dt j-u n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
229 A thing that was not thought to be so from the beginning. For Saint Chrysostom in his Exposition of that place, [ Rom. 13. 1. Let every soul be subject to the Higher Powers, says, that the Apostle enjoynes this to all, both to Priests, and Monks, and not to Lawmen only, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Although thou be an Apostle, A thing that was not Thought to be so from the beginning. For Saint Chrysostom in his Exposition of that place, [ Rom. 13. 1. Let every soul be Subject to the Higher Powers, Says, that the Apostle enjoins this to all, both to Priests, and Monks, and not to Lawmen only,, etc. Although thou be an Apostle, dt n1 cst vbds xx vvn pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1. p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1, [ np1 crd crd vvb d n1 vbi j-jn p-acp dt jc n2, vvz, cst dt n1 vvz d p-acp d, av-d p-acp n2, cc n2, cc xx p-acp n2 av-j,, av cs pns21 vbb dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
230 although thou be an Evangelist, although thou be a Prophet, or whatsoever else thou art. although thou be an Evangelist, although thou be a Prophet, or whatsoever Else thou art. cs pns21 vbb dt np1, cs pns21 vbb dt n1, cc r-crq av pns21 vb2r. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 16
231 ] And for the other Point the Council of Calcedon determined, that the See of Constantinople should have [ NONLATINALPHABET, equal priviledges with old Rome, ] which they never had done, had the Pope then been thought the Supream Head of the Church, ] And for the other Point the Council of Calcedon determined, that the See of Constantinople should have [, equal privileges with old Room, ] which they never had done, had the Pope then been Thought the Supreme Head of the Church, ] cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn, cst dt vvb pp-f np1 vmd vhi [, j-jn n2 p-acp j vvi, ] r-crq pns32 av vhd vdn, vhd dt n1 av vbn vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
232 and Christ's onely Vicar upon earth. and Christ's only Vicar upon earth. cc npg1 j n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 17
233 Again, we can tell them, when the Worship of Images was first Authorized in their Church, Again, we can tell them, when the Worship of Images was First Authorized in their Church, av, pns12 vmb vvi pno32, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbds ord vvn p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
234 and it is notoriously known, that the Second Council of Nice, was the first that determined for it, and it is notoriously known, that the Second Council of Nicaenae, was the First that determined for it, cc pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst dt ord n1 pp-f j, vbds dt ord cst vvd p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
235 and that was past the middle of the Eighth Century. and that was passed the middle of the Eighth Century. cc cst vbds p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 17
236 Their Prodigious Doctrine of Transubstantiation, (the peculiar Doctrine of the Church of Rome) was first defined by Gregory the Seventh, Their Prodigious Doctrine of Transubstantiation, (the peculiar Doctrine of the Church of Room) was First defined by Gregory the Seventh, po32 j n1 pp-f n1, (dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb) vbds ord vvn p-acp np1 dt ord, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
237 but not compleatly setled, nor the Name brought in till Innocent the Third, in his Lateran Council in the year 1215. A thing utterly unknown to all the Fathers of the eight first Centuryes, but not completely settled, nor the Name brought in till Innocent the Third, in his Lateran Council in the year 1215. A thing utterly unknown to all the Father's of the eight First Centuries, cc-acp xx av-j vvn, ccx dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp j-jn dt ord, p-acp po31 np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 crd dt n1 av-j j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt crd ord n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
238 and a Name so strange and unusual, that a learned French Antiquary observes, that no Antient Dictionary, either Greek or Latine, hath the word, and a Name so strange and unusual, that a learned French Antiquary observes, that no Ancient Dictionary, either Greek or Latin, hath the word, cc dt n1 av j cc j, cst dt j jp np1 vvz, cst dx j n1, av-d jp cc jp, vhz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
239 or any other that so much as contains, or expresseth the Sense of it, not in two so Copious Languages. or any other that so much as contains, or Expresses the Sense of it, not in two so Copious Languages. cc d n-jn cst av av-d c-acp vvz, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, xx p-acp crd av j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 17
240 And so for their gainful Doctrine of Purgatory, it's evident that the Primitive Times, as well as the Scriptures, are ignorant of it, and utterly strangers to it. And so for their gainful Doctrine of Purgatory, it's evident that the Primitive Times, as well as the Scriptures, Are ignorant of it, and utterly Strangers to it. cc av p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz j cst dt j n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n2, vbr j pp-f pn31, cc av-j n2 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 17
241 And it's somewhat a puzling Question, that the forementioned Antiquary asks Le Chese, (this present French King's Confessour) that if the Doctrine of Purgatory be Ancient, And it's somewhat a puzzling Question, that the forementioned Antiquary asks Le Cheese, (this present French King's Confessor) that if the Doctrine of Purgatory be Ancient, cc pn31|vbz av dt vvg n1, cst dt j n1 vvz fw-fr n1, (d j jp ng1 n1) cst cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 17
242 and not of a late Coinage and Date, why in all the Ancient Epitaphs before the seventh or eighth Century, we never meet with an Orate pro anima, or a Requiescat in them? And yet now no Roman Epitaph is made without them. and not of a late Coinage and Date, why in all the Ancient Epitaphs before the seventh or eighth Century, we never meet with an Orate Pro anima, or a Requiescat in them? And yet now no Roman Epitaph is made without them. cc xx pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, c-crq p-acp d dt j n2 p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, pns12 av-x vvi p-acp dt fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32? cc av av dx njp n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 17
243 Their Half Communion, its well enough known, was first determined in the Council of Constance, and they had the face to do it, with an non obstante to our Saviours own Institution, Their Half Communion, its well enough known, was First determined in the Council of Constance, and they had the face to do it, with an non Obstacle to our Saviors own Institution, po32 j-jn n1, pn31|vbz av av-d vvn, vbds ord vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns32 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, p-acp dt fw-fr n-jn pc-acp po12 ng1 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 17
244 and to the Practice of the primitive Church. and to the Practice of the primitive Church. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 18
245 And though they grant, that Jesus Christ administred it to his Disciples in Both Kinds, and in the primitive Church the Faithful used to partake of it so; And though they grant, that jesus christ administered it to his Disciples in Both Kinds, and in the primitive Church the Faithful used to partake of it so; cc cs pns32 vvb, cst np1 np1 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 dt j vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 18
246 yet ad evitandum aliqua pericula, & scandala, to avoid some imaginary Dangers and Scandals, they would venture to determine contrary to the Practice of the Church, and the Institution of Christ. yet ad evitandum Any pericula, & Scandal, to avoid Some imaginary Dangers and Scandals, they would venture to determine contrary to the Practice of the Church, and the Institution of christ. av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, pc-acp vvi d j n2 cc n2, pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 18
247 And this bold Council sate not, till the Beginning of the Fifteenth Century. And this bold Council sat not, till the Beginning of the Fifteenth Century. cc d j n1 vvd xx, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 18
248 And so (would my Time and your Patience serve) I could easily go over all the Articles in difference between us; And so (would my Time and your Patience serve) I could Easily go over all the Articles in difference between us; cc av (vmd po11 n1 cc po22 n1 vvi) pns11 vmd av-j vvi p-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
249 and either tell you the Time, when they were first introduced, and the Council that gave them Authority; and either tell you the Time, when they were First introduced, and the Council that gave them authority; cc av-d vvi pn22 dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr ord vvd, cc dt n1 cst vvd pno32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
250 or prove, that there was a Time long before them, when the contrary Practice was in use, or prove, that there was a Time long before them, when the contrary Practice was in use, cc vvb, cst a-acp vbds dt n1 av-j p-acp pno32, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbds p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
251 and when the Doctrines which we Contend for, in opposition to theirs, were received and embraced. and when the Doctrines which we Contend for, in opposition to theirs, were received and embraced. cc c-crq dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp png32, vbdr vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 18
252 Is this then the Faith once delivered to the Saints, that neither the Scriptures nor Antiquity knew any thing of? Is this the Doctrine of Christ and his Apostles, which is so lately crept forth, Is this then the Faith once Delivered to the Saints, that neither the Scriptures nor Antiquity knew any thing of? Is this the Doctrine of christ and his Apostles, which is so lately crept forth, vbz d av dt n1 a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, cst dx dt n2 ccx n1 vvd d n1 pp-f? vbz d dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, r-crq vbz av av-j vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 18
253 and that in Contradiction to what they delivered on Record in Scriptures? These must therefore needs be the effects of a Prodigious Insolence, and that in Contradiction to what they Delivered on Record in Scriptures? These must Therefore needs be the effects of a Prodigious Insolence, cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n2? np1 vmb av av vbi dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 18
254 for Men to take upon them to add to, or alter what God hath established, for Men to take upon them to add to, or altar what God hath established, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 18
255 and first Themselves to depart from that Faith, which was once (that is, immutably and unalterably) delivered to the Saints, and then to require Others, under pain of Damnation, to go along with them. and First Themselves to depart from that Faith, which was once (that is, immutably and unalterably) Delivered to the Saints, and then to require Others, under pain of Damnation, to go along with them. cc ord px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, r-crq vbds a-acp (cst vbz, av-j cc av-j) vvn p-acp dt n2, cc av pc-acp vvi n2-jn, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 18
256 No Church or Society of men upon earth, either hath or can have sufficient Authority or power, to Coin new Articles of Faith, and give them a sacred Stamp, No Church or Society of men upon earth, either hath or can have sufficient authority or power, to Coin new Articles of Faith, and give them a sacred Stamp, dx n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, d vhz cc vmb vhi j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno32 dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 18
257 and make them Obligatory to the Consciences of men. and make them Obligatory to the Consciences of men. cc vvi pno32 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 18
258 Every Church hath a sufficient Power in matters of Discipline for her own Government, and can make Laws, Every Church hath a sufficient Power in matters of Discipline for her own Government, and can make Laws, np1 n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vmb vvi n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
259 and Cannons relating to Decency and Order, which the Members of that Church are bound to Obey, not onely for Wrath, but Conscience sake: and Cannons relating to Decency and Order, which the Members of that Church Are bound to Obey, not only for Wrath, but Conscience sake: cc n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn p-acp vvb, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp n1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
260 and for this we need not go to Rome, nor are we bound to stand to her Determinations; and for this we need not go to Room, nor Are we bound to stand to her Determinations; cc p-acp d pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp vvi, ccx vbr pns12 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
261 we have all the just Rights, and Power of a Church, within our selves; we have all the just Rights, and Power of a Church, within our selves; pns12 vhb d dt j n2-jn, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
262 and what have we to do with Rome, or Rome with us? But to add more Articles of Faith to the Apostles Creed, and what have we to do with Room, or Room with us? But to add more Articles of Faith to the Apostles Creed, cc q-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vdi p-acp vvb, cc vvb p-acp pno12? p-acp pc-acp vvi dc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
263 and to require those to be believed, and received with the same Faith, and Assent of mind, that the others are (as Pope Pius the Fifth, falsly so call'd, hath impiously done) it is an intollerable Encroachment upon the Authority of the Lord Jesus Christ, and a wide Deviation from that Doctrine once delivered to the Saints, and so delivered, as not to be altered. and to require those to be believed, and received with the same Faith, and Assent of mind, that the Others Are (as Pope Pius the Fifth, falsely so called, hath impiously done) it is an intolerable Encroachment upon the authority of the Lord jesus christ, and a wide Deviation from that Doctrine once Delivered to the Saints, and so Delivered, as not to be altered. cc pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n2-jn vbr (c-acp n1 np1 dt ord, av-j av vvn, vhz av-j vdi) pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1 a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, cc av vvn, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 19
264 For this is the Faith, that we are concerned in, and the onely Faith that we are to Contend for; that which was delivered to the Saints, that which was preached by the Apostles, For this is the Faith, that we Are concerned in, and the only Faith that we Are to Contend for; that which was Delivered to the Saints, that which was preached by the Apostles, p-acp d vbz dt n1, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, cc dt j n1 cst pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp; cst r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, cst r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
265 and believed and embraced by the Saints, those ancient and eldest Christians. and believed and embraced by the Saints, those ancient and eldest Christians. cc vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n2, d j cc js-jn np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
266 What is Contrary to this we ought to reject, and for this we ought to Contend; that we may retain, What is Contrary to this we ought to reject, and for this we ought to Contend; that we may retain, q-crq vbz j-jn p-acp d pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp d pns12 vmd p-acp vvb; cst pns12 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
267 and preserve intire and pure, the True Religion, the truly Ancient, Catholick, and Apostolick Faith. And this for the First thing, What we must Contend for. and preserve entire and pure, the True Religion, the truly Ancient, Catholic, and Apostolic Faith. And this for the First thing, What we must Contend for. cc vvi j cc j, dt j n1, dt av-j j, njp, cc j-jn n1. cc d p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvb p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 19
268 2. The Second thing in the words to be enquired into, is, How this Faith must be Contended for? 2. The Second thing in the words to be inquired into, is, How this Faith must be Contended for? crd dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, vbz, c-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp? (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 19
269 And this is worthy our most serious Enquiry. And this is worthy our most serious Enquiry. cc d vbz j po12 av-ds j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 19
270 For the Faith we must Contend for, being a matter of so great Concern, the Manner of our Contending for it, is of important Consideration also; For the Faith we must Contend for, being a matter of so great Concern, the Manner of our Contending for it, is of important Consideration also; p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvb p-acp, vbg dt n1 pp-f av j vvi, dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg p-acp pn31, vbz pp-f j n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 19
271 for if we Contend not as we ought, or otherwise than we ought, we may lose what we strive for, instead of obtaining it; for if we Contend not as we ought, or otherwise than we ought, we may loose what we strive for, instead of obtaining it; c-acp cs pns12 vvb xx c-acp pns12 vmd, cc av cs pns12 vmd, pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, av pp-f vvg pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
272 for it hath been known, that some have so Contended for the Faith, and by such Ways and Means, for it hath been known, that Some have so Contended for the Faith, and by such Ways and Means, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn, cst d vhb av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
273 as have been a real Prejudice to it; as have been a real Prejudice to it; c-acp vhb vbn dt j n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
274 and they have either lost their Religion, or shewed that they had None, while they Contended for it, by unjust and irreligious Ways. and they have either lost their Religion, or showed that they had None, while they Contended for it, by unjust and irreligious Ways. cc pns32 vhb av-d vvn po32 n1, cc vvd cst pns32 vhd pix, cs pns32 vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
275 And this indeed as much as any thing proves, that the Religion which the Church of Rome Contends for, and would impose upon the world, is none of the Faith, Once delivered to the Saints; And this indeed as much as any thing Proves, that the Religion which the Church of Rome Contends for, and would impose upon the world, is none of the Faith, Once Delivered to the Saints; cc d av c-acp d c-acp d n1 vvz, cst dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp, cc vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz pix pp-f dt n1, a-acp vvd p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
276 in that she useth such irreligious, and unconscionable Methods, to impose and Crow'd it upon us by. in that she uses such irreligious, and unconscionable Methods, to impose and Crowed it upon us by. p-acp cst pns31 vvz d j, cc j n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvn pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
277 'Tis fit for the Turkish Alcoran to be presented upon the point of the Sword, It's fit for the Turkish Alcorani to be presented upon the point of the Sword, pn31|vbz j p-acp dt jp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
278 and false Religions have need of external Force and Violence, to introduce and settle them in the world; and false Religions have need of external Force and Violence, to introduce and settle them in the world; cc j n2 vhb n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
279 but this is so contrary to the Progress and Proceedings of the Gospel, and the Ways of its Advancement, that this alone is a Disparagement to any Religion, that it needs such Arts and Methods to establish it. but this is so contrary to the Progress and Proceedings of the Gospel, and the Ways of its Advancement, that this alone is a Disparagement to any Religion, that it needs such Arts and Methods to establish it. cc-acp d vbz av j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst d av-j vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vvz d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 20
280 The Apostles went about doing good, and convinced the world, of the Truth of what they said, by the power of Reason, The Apostles went about doing good, and convinced the world, of the Truth of what they said, by the power of Reason, dt n2 vvd a-acp vdg j, cc vvd dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 20
281 and the evidence of Miracles from above. But if any were so Obstinate, as to resist the Evidence by which they spake, and the evidence of Miracles from above. But if any were so Obstinate, as to resist the Evidence by which they spoke, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp a-acp. p-acp cs d vbdr av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 20
282 and would not give heed to the Truth they delivered, they shook off the dust of their feet, and would not give heed to the Truth they Delivered, they shook off the dust of their feet, cc vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 20
283 as a witness against them, and left them (as a just punishment of their Obstinacy) to perish in their Unbelief; as a witness against them, and left them (as a just punishment of their Obstinacy) to perish in their Unbelief; c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32 (c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 20
284 but we never read, that they Cut their Throats, or fired that house or City, that would not receive them. but we never read, that they cut their Throats, or fired that house or city, that would not receive them. cc-acp pns12 av-x vvn, cst pns32 vvd po32 n2, cc vvd cst n1 cc n1, cst vmd xx vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 20
285 When they were in their State of Infancy (as to their Faith) and did no• understand Themselves, When they were in their State of Infancy (as to their Faith) and did no• understand Themselves, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp p-acp po32 n1) cc vdd n1 vvi px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 20
286 nor the Nature of that Faith and Religion, they were afterwards to preach, they were once indeed for fetching Fire from Heaven, to consume the Samaritans, that would not receive their Master; nor the Nature of that Faith and Religion, they were afterwards to preach, they were once indeed for fetching Fire from Heaven, to consume the Samaritans, that would not receive their Master; ccx dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, pns32 vbdr av pc-acp vvi, pns32 vbdr a-acp av c-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt njp2, cst vmd xx vvi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
287 but then they would not have made the Fireballs themselves, but have used onely, what God would have sent them from Heaven. but then they would not have made the Fireballs themselves, but have used only, what God would have sent them from Heaven. cc-acp cs pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n2 px32, cc-acp vhb vvn av-j, r-crq np1 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
288 But how sharply does our Saviour repress their blind, and ignorant Zeal? Luk. 9. 55, 56. But he turned, and rebuked them, But how sharply does our Saviour repress their blind, and ignorant Zeal? Luk. 9. 55, 56. But he turned, and rebuked them, p-acp q-crq av-j vdz po12 n1 vvi po32 j, cc j n1? np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pns31 vvd, cc vvd pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
289 and said, ye know not what manner of Spirit ye are of; and said, you know not what manner of Spirit you Are of; cc vvd, pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vbr a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
290 for the Son of Man is not come to Destroy mens lives, but to Save them. for the Son of Man is not come to Destroy men's lives, but to Save them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, cc-acp p-acp p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
291 But now how Contrary must that Religion be to that, which they preached, and our Saviour ordained, which requires so contrary Methods to introduce, and advance it. But now how Contrary must that Religion be to that, which they preached, and our Saviour ordained, which requires so contrary Methods to introduce, and advance it. p-acp av c-crq j-jn vmb d n1 vbi p-acp d, r-crq pns32 vvd, cc po12 n1 vvn, r-crq vvz av j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
292 Rome says, Come to us, for Salvation is onely with us, and its necessary in order to it, to be Subject to us, Room Says, Come to us, for Salvation is only with us, and its necessary in order to it, to be Subject to us, vvb vvz, vvb p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno12, cc po31 j p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
293 and to Believe, and receive all that we tell you; and to Believe, and receive all that we tell you; cc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi d cst pns12 vvb pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
294 but if we refuse, (as it is fit we should do) till we see better Reason (for Saint John bids us not to believe every Spirit, but to try the Spirits) they instead of convincing us by Reason or Scripture, but if we refuse, (as it is fit we should do) till we see better Reason (for Saint John bids us not to believe every Spirit, but to try the Spirits) they instead of convincing us by Reason or Scripture, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb, (c-acp pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd vdi) c-acp pns12 vvb jc n1 (p-acp n1 np1 vvz pno12 xx pc-acp vvi d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2) pns32 av pp-f vvg pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
295 or any other sufficient Argument, will dash out our Braines, and fire our Towns; or any other sufficient Argument, will dash out our Brains, and fire our Towns; cc d j-jn j n1, vmb vvi av po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
296 and thus Contend for the Faith, and plant their Religion, not by the Bible but the Sword, and thus Contend for the Faith, and plant their Religion, not by the bible but the Sword, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po32 n1, xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
297 and use all the ways of Pagan and Turkish Violence and Cruelty, to subdue us to their Opinions, and make us believe. and use all the ways of Pagan and Turkish Violence and Cruelty, to subdue us to their Opinions, and make us believe. cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f j-jn cc jp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb pno12 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 21
298 Surely these are not of the temper of the Holy Jesus, who was Meek and Merciful, however they may call themselves by his Name; Surely these Are not of the temper of the Holy jesus, who was Meek and Merciful, however they may call themselves by his Name; av-j d vbr xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vbds j cc j, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 21
299 and undoubtedly that Religion can be none of his, which inspireth the minds of those who profess it, with so much barbarous and bloody Cruelty. and undoubtedly that Religion can be none of his, which inspireth the minds of those who profess it, with so much barbarous and bloody Cruelty. cc av-j d n1 vmb vbi pix pp-f png31, r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvb pn31, p-acp av d j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 21
300 Can that Religion be true, which must be settled and propagated by Violence and Mischief? and is that the Gospel which makes its Entrance, by a direct Violation of all the Rules of Equity, Honesty or Humanity? Is this the Religion of the Holy Jesus, which proceeds and advanceth it self, by a direct Contradiction to his Practice, Can that Religion be true, which must be settled and propagated by Violence and Mischief? and is that the Gospel which makes its Entrance, by a Direct Violation of all the Rules of Equity, Honesty or Humanity? Is this the Religion of the Holy jesus, which proceeds and Advanceth it self, by a Direct Contradiction to his Practice, vmb d n1 vbi j, r-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1? cc vbz d dt n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1? vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vvz cc vvz pn31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
301 and a perfect Violation of all his Laws and Precepts? And is this the Way of Salvation, and a perfect Violation of all his Laws and Precepts? And is this the Way of Salvation, cc dt j n1 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2? cc vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
302 for men to do all that, for which God himself hath told us, we shall be damned? Is Murder, for men to do all that, for which God himself hath told us, we shall be damned? Is Murder, c-acp n2 pc-acp vdi d d, p-acp r-crq np1 px31 vhz vvn pno12, pns12 vmb vbi vvn? vbz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
303 and Treason, is Sedition and Rebellion, any ways consistent with the Sentiments of a true Piety? Or is this a Religion of God's Appointment? Undoubtedly these things make it manifest, that such a Religion is not from God, and Treason, is Sedition and Rebellion, any ways consistent with the Sentiments of a true Piety? Or is this a Religion of God's Appointment? Undoubtedly these things make it manifest, that such a Religion is not from God, cc n1, vbz n1 cc n1, d n2 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1? cc vbz d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1? av-j d n2 vvb pn31 j, cst d dt n1 vbz xx p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
304 nor is the Spirit by which such men Act, either guided or inspired by him. nor is the Spirit by which such men Act, either guided or inspired by him. ccx vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n2 n1, av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 22
305 The True Religion, and the Faith once delivered to the Saints, teacheth us, to be Meek and Merciful, The True Religion, and the Faith once Delivered to the Saints, Teaches us, to be Meek and Merciful, dt j n1, cc dt n1 a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, vvz pno12, pc-acp vbi j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
306 and to endeavour the Good of all men. and to endeavour the Good of all men. cc pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
307 To reclaim our Brother from the Error of his way, by Patience, Long suffering, and Doctrine: To reclaim our Brother from the Error of his Way, by Patience, Long suffering, and Doctrine: p-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1, av-j vvg, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
308 To bear with him, and instruct him, and not to dash out his Braines, if we cannot Confute him. To bear with him, and instruct him, and not to dash out his Brains, if we cannot Confute him. pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31, cc xx pc-acp vvi av po31 n2, cs pns12 vmbx vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
309 It teacheth us to be Just and Honest, Sober and Peaceable, Obedient and Submissive to the higher Powers, It Teaches us to be Just and Honest, Sobrium and Peaceable, Obedient and Submissive to the higher Powers, pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j, j cc j, j cc j p-acp dt jc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
310 and not to Lye, nor Equivocate, nor to break the Bands of humane Society, nor to disturb the Peace and Government of Kingdoms, and to confound the world. and not to Lie, nor Equivocate, nor to break the Bans of humane Society, nor to disturb the Peace and Government of Kingdoms, and to confound the world. cc xx pc-acp vvi, ccx vvi, ccx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j n1, ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
311 That Religion must not be good, that must be thus advanced, and therefore I said, that it being our duty to Contend for the Faith, it is considerable, That Religion must not be good, that must be thus advanced, and Therefore I said, that it being our duty to Contend for the Faith, it is considerable, cst n1 vmb xx vbi j, cst vmb vbi av vvn, cc av pns11 vvd, cst pn31 vbg po12 n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
312 How we must Contend for it, lest we should think it Lawful, to Contend in such a way, How we must Contend for it, lest we should think it Lawful, to Contend in such a Way, c-crq pns12 vmb vvb p-acp pn31, cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31 j, p-acp vvb p-acp d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
313 as the true Faith will not endure, to be maintained and defended by; as the true Faith will not endure, to be maintained and defended by; c-acp dt j n1 vmb xx vvi, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
314 and so either lose, or at least disparage our Religion, instead of preserving, and honouring the Faith, by our undue and irregular Contentions for it. and so either loose, or At least disparage our Religion, instead of preserving, and honouring the Faith, by our undue and irregular Contentions for it. cc av av-d vvi, cc p-acp ds vvi po12 n1, av pp-f vvg, cc vvg dt n1, p-acp po12 j cc j n2 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 22
315 And to Answer this, it must be considered, that Saint Jude writes to men, that were in no place of Authority in the State; And to Answer this, it must be considered, that Saint U^de writes to men, that were in no place of authority in the State; cc pc-acp vvi d, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst n1 np1 vvz p-acp n2, cst vbdr p-acp dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 22
316 For as the Christian Religion was already under Persecution, and hated by Jew and Gentile, so were the Professours of it, of no Esteem then in the world; For as the Christian Religion was already under Persecution, and hated by Jew and Gentile, so were the Professors of it, of no Esteem then in the world; c-acp c-acp dt njp n1 vbds av p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp np1 cc j, av vbdr dt n2 pp-f pn31, pp-f dx n1 av p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
317 there was no Christian Magistrate who bare the Sword, nay the Sword was in the hand of the Enemies of Religion, there was no Christian Magistrate who bore the Sword, nay the Sword was in the hand of the Enemies of Religion, pc-acp vbds dx njp n1 r-crq vvd dt n1, uh-x dt n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
318 and the Magistrates were those who opposed and persecuted the True Religion. and the Magistrates were those who opposed and persecuted the True Religion. cc dt n2 vbdr d r-crq vvd cc vvn dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
319 So that it cannot be supposed, that the Apostle can here mean by this Contending for the Faith, any opposing force with Force, So that it cannot be supposed, that the Apostle can Here mean by this Contending for the Faith, any opposing force with Force, av cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vmb av vvi p-acp d vvg p-acp dt n1, d j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
320 or a drawing the Sword for the defence of the Gospel; or a drawing the Sword for the defence of the Gospel; cc dt vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
321 for he writes to those who had nothing to do with the Sword, and exhorts those who were Subjects and not Princes. for he writes to those who had nothing to do with the Sword, and exhorts those who were Subject's and not Princes. p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d r-crq vhd pix pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1, cc vvz d r-crq vbdr n2-jn cc xx n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 23
322 For we may assure ourselves, that those who preached and wrote, by the Inspiration of the same Spirit, could not contradict one another; For we may assure ourselves, that those who preached and wrote, by the Inspiration of the same Spirit, could not contradict one Another; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi px12, cst d r-crq vvd cc vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, vmd xx vvi pi j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
323 and Saint Peter and Saint Paul, having both expresly commanded a Subjection to the Supream Magistrates and Powers, and those very Powers being at that time Enemies to the Gospel, and Saint Peter and Saint Paul, having both expressly commanded a Subjection to the Supreme Magistrates and Powers, and those very Powers being At that time Enemies to the Gospel, cc n1 np1 cc n1 np1, vhg d av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2, cc d j n2 vbg p-acp d n1 n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
324 and Persecutors of the true Religion, whom (for all that) they command so express a Subjection to; and Persecutors of the true Religion, whom (for all that) they command so express a Subjection to; cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, ro-crq (c-acp d d) pns32 vvb av vvi dt n1 p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
325 it cannot be supposed, that Saint Jude, any more than they, could think Religion a just pretence for Rebellion; it cannot be supposed, that Saint U^de, any more than they, could think Religion a just pretence for Rebellion; pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cst n1 np1, d dc cs pns32, vmd vvi n1 dt j n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
326 or when he bids the Christians Contend for the Faith, could mean by it, an Opposition to the Rulers and Governours, that God had set over them. or when he bids the Christians Contend for the Faith, could mean by it, an Opposition to the Rulers and Governors, that God had Set over them. cc c-crq pns31 vvz dt np1 vvb p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi p-acp pn31, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 23
327 And the constant Practice of the Primitive Christians, which in this Case is the best Interpreter of Saint Judes Exhortation, evidently shews, that they did not thus understand it. And the constant Practice of the Primitive Christians, which in this Case is the best Interpreter of Saint Jude's Exhortation, evidently shows, that they did not thus understand it. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1 npg1 n1, av-j vvz, cst pns32 vdd xx av vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
328 They loved and prized the Faith, more than their lives, and chearfully suffered, and dyed for the Testimony of Jesus Christ; but they never raised a Rebellion for the Defence of their Faith, or disturbed the State, They loved and prized the Faith, more than their lives, and cheerfully suffered, and died for the Testimony of jesus christ; but they never raised a Rebellion for the Defence of their Faith, or disturbed the State, pns32 vvd cc vvd dt n1, av-dc cs po32 n2, cc av-j vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; p-acp pns32 av-x vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
329 or opposed the Government, for its Advancement. or opposed the Government, for its Advancement. cc vvd dt n1, p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 23
330 No History, either Pagan or Christian, gives any the least Hints, of any Sedition they raised, No History, either Pagan or Christian, gives any the least Hints, of any Sedition they raised, dx n1, d j-jn cc njp, vvz d dt ds n2, pp-f d n1 pns32 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 24
331 or any the least Opposition they made to the Civil Governours, in all the time of the Pagan Emperours; or any the least Opposition they made to the Civil Governors, in all the time of the Pagan emperors; cc d dt ds n1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n2, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 24
332 even when the Persecutions raged with the greatest Heat against them, and they were Tortured and killed with the greatest Barbarity and Inhumanity, onely for being Christians. even when the Persecutions raged with the greatest Heat against them, and they were Tortured and killed with the greatest Barbarity and Inhumanity, only for being Christians. av c-crq dt n2 vvd p-acp dt js n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt js n1 cc n1, av-j p-acp vbg np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 24
333 Justin Martyr in his Apology for the Christians to the Emperour Antoninus Pius, and Tertullian in his to the Emperour Severus, both mention the peaceable, Justin Martyr in his Apology for the Christians to the Emperor Antoninus Pius, and Tertullian in his to the Emperor Severus, both mention the peaceable, np1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc np1 p-acp po31 p-acp dt n1 np1, d n1 dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 24
334 and quiet Deportment of the Christians under their Government, which had been too weakly (not to say impudently) done, and quiet Deportment of the Christians under their Government, which had been too weakly (not to say impudently) done, cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt njpg2 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vhd vbn av av-j (xx pc-acp vvi av-j) vdn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 24
335 if the Christians had been guilty of disturbing the State, by Sedition and Rebellion. if the Christians had been guilty of disturbing the State, by Sedition and Rebellion. cs dt np1 vhd vbn j pp-f vvg dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 24
336 Nor was all this a Patience per force; their Numbers were neither so small, nor their Courage so low, Nor was all this a Patience per force; their Numbers were neither so small, nor their Courage so low, ccx vbds d d dt n1 fw-la n1; po32 n2 vbdr av-d av j, ccx po32 n1 av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
337 but they might have created Disturbance enough, had they thought it Lawful so to proceed. but they might have created Disturbance enough, had they Thought it Lawful so to proceed. cc-acp pns32 vmd vhi vvn n1 av-d, vhd pns32 vvd pn31 j av pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
338 Tertullian tells the Emperor Severus in that excellent Apology he presented to him, in the behalf of the Christians, that their Numbers and Courage were sufficient, to have stood upon their Defence, Tertullian tells the Emperor Severus in that excellent Apology he presented to him, in the behalf of the Christians, that their Numbers and Courage were sufficient, to have stood upon their Defence, np1 vvz dt n1 np1 p-acp cst j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2, cst po32 n2 cc n1 vbdr j, pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
339 and to make their Party good against their Enemies, if they thought it Lawful so to do. and to make their Party good against their Enemies, if they Thought it Lawful so to do. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 j p-acp po32 n2, cs pns32 vvd pn31 j av pc-acp vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
340 [ S• … enim hostes apertos, & non tantum vindices occultos agere vellemus, deesset nobis vis Numerorum, [ S• … enim hosts apertos, & non Tantum Vindices occultos agere vellemus, Deceit nobis vis Numerorum, [ np1 … fw-la n2 fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
341 & Copiarum, &c. For if we had a mind to proceed by open Hostility, could we want either Numbers, & Copiarum, etc. For if we had a mind to proceed by open Hostility, could we want either Numbers, cc fw-la, av p-acp cs pns12 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, vmd pns12 vvi d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
342 or Forces sufficient? we are but of yesterday, and yet we fill all Places, your Cities, Islands, Castles, Corporations, Councils; or Forces sufficient? we Are but of yesterday, and yet we fill all Places, your Cities, Islands, Castles, Corporations, Councils; cc n2 j? pns12 vbr p-acp a-acp av-an, cc av pns12 vvb d n2, po22 n2, n2, n2, n2, n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
343 your very Camps, and Tribes, and Companies; your Palace, Senate, and Courts of Justice: Sola vobis Templa relinquimus, onely your Temples are free from us. your very Camps, and Tribes, and Companies; your Palace, Senate, and Courts of justice: Sola vobis Templa relinquimus, only your Temples Are free from us. po22 j n2, cc n2, cc n2; po22 n1, n1, cc n2 pp-f n1: np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, av-j po22 n2 vbr j p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
344 Qui Bello non Idonei, & c? For what War should we be unfit or unprepared, Qui Bello non Idonei, & c? For what War should we be unfit or unprepared, np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la, cc sy? p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns12 vbi j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 24
345 though our Forces were inserior, who so willingly lay down our lives, if in our Religion, it were not more Lawful to be killed than to kill. though our Forces were inserior, who so willingly lay down our lives, if in our Religion, it were not more Lawful to be killed than to kill. cs po12 n2 vbdr j-jn, r-crq av av-j vvd a-acp po12 n2, cs p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vbdr xx av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn cs pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 25
346 ] Nay, he says, that without a Rebellion they could Ruin their Persecutors, only by with-drawing from them; ] Nay, he Says, that without a Rebellion they could Ruin their Persecutors, only by withdrawing from them; ] uh, pns31 vvz, cst p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2, av-j p-acp vvg p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 25
347 and if so great a number of men, should retire into some remote Corner of the World, their very Recess would be a punishment to them. and if so great a number of men, should retire into Some remote Corner of the World, their very Recess would be a punishment to them. cc cs av j dt n1 pp-f n2, vmd vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, po32 j n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 25
348 [ Proculàubi•• … •xpavissetis ad Solitudinem vestram, ad silentium re••••, et Stuporem quendam quasi mortuae Urbis; [ Proculàubi•• … •xpavissetis ad Solitudinem vestram, ad silentium re••••, et Stuporem quendam quasi mortuae Urbis; [ np1 … fw-gr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 25
349 Doubtless (says he) you would be astonished, at the Solitude we should leave you in, at the silence and stillness of your City, Doubtless (Says he) you would be astonished, At the Solitude we should leave you in, At the silence and stillness of your city, av-j (vvz pns31) pn22 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 25
350 as if it had expired at our departure. ] as if it had expired At our departure. ] c-acp cs pn31 vhd vvn p-acp po12 n1. ] (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 25
351 But Christian Fortitude in those days, ran in a stream quite contrary to Violence and Resistance; But Christian Fortitude in those days, ran in a stream quite contrary to Violence and Resistance; p-acp njp n1 p-acp d n2, vvd p-acp dt n1 av j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 25
352 and the Honour and Advantages of suffering for Jesus Christ, and the Testimony of a good Conscience, were then thought to be so great, that no dread of Death, and the Honour and Advantages of suffering for jesus christ, and the Testimony of a good Conscience, were then Thought to be so great, that no dread of Death, cc dt n1 cc n2 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbdr av vvn pc-acp vbi av j, cst dx n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 25
353 nor probability of Prevailing, could tempt them to such a Course. nor probability of Prevailing, could tempt them to such a Course. ccx n1 pp-f vvg, vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 25
354 And of this we have an eminent Instance in the Thebean Legion, which consisted of six thousand six hundred and sixty six men (all Christians) who in the Reign of Maximian laid down their Arms, And of this we have an eminent Instance in the Theban Legion, which consisted of six thousand six hundred and sixty six men (all Christians) who in the Reign of Maximian laid down their Arms, cc pp-f d pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n-jn n1, r-crq vvd pp-f crd crd crd crd cc crd crd n2 (av-d np1) r-crq p-acp dt vvi pp-f np1 vvn a-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 25
355 and were every man cut off and Martyred, rather then they would sacrifice to Idols at the Emperours Command. and were every man Cut off and Martyred, rather then they would sacrifice to Idols At the emperors Command. cc vbdr d n1 vvn a-acp cc j-vvn, av-c cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 25
356 And when the Empire was now turned Christian, and their Numbers mightily encreased, when all Offices and Employments, And when the Empire was now turned Christian, and their Numbers mightily increased, when all Offices and Employments, cc c-crq dt n1 vbds av vvn np1, cc po32 n2 av-j vvn, c-crq d n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 25
357 and all places of Trust were happily lodged in Christians hands: and all places of Trust were happily lodged in Christians hands: cc d n2 pp-f n1 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp njpg2 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 25
358 Julian comes to the Throne, a professed Apostate, one that renounces the Faith he had early imbibed, Julian comes to the Throne, a professed Apostate, one that renounces the Faith he had early imbibed, np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvn n1, pi cst vvz dt n1 pns31 vhd av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 25
359 and openly declares for Paganisme, and sets up their horrid Rites, and Superstition again; and openly declares for Paganism, and sets up their horrid Rites, and Superstition again; cc av-j vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz a-acp po32 j n2, cc n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 25
360 and yet no man opposeth him by Violence and Armes, no Sedition, nor Mutiny is raised against him, and yet no man Opposeth him by Violence and Arms, no Sedition, nor Mutiny is raised against him, cc av dx n1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1 cc n2, dx n1, ccx n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 25
361 though the strength of the Empire was then in Christian hands. though the strength of the Empire was then in Christian hands. cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av p-acp njp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 25
362 Prayers and Tears to GOD, and earnest Entreaties, and humble Apologies to the Emperours, were the Ways and Methods, of the Defence of the Faith, in Ancient times; Prayers and Tears to GOD, and earnest Entreaties, and humble Apologies to the emperors, were the Ways and Methods, of the Defence of the Faith, in Ancient times; n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, cc j n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n2, vbdr dt n2 cc n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 26
363 and till the Popes had debauched the Minds of men, and for their own Interest, taught them to despise the secular Power, we never heard of a Rebellion raised in the world, upon the account of Religion, and till the Popes had debauched the Minds of men, and for their own Interest, taught them to despise the secular Power, we never herd of a Rebellion raised in the world, upon the account of Religion, cc p-acp dt n2 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f n2, cc p-acp po32 d n1, vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pns12 av-x vvn pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 26
364 nor of the Defence of the Faith, by Force and Arms. This is a way which the Religion of the Holy Jesus abhors, nor of the Defence of the Faith, by Force and Arms. This is a Way which the Religion of the Holy jesus abhors, ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n2 d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j np1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 26
365 and this is not the way, that Saint Jude here Exhorts, us to Contend for the Faith in. and this is not the Way, that Saint U^de Here Exhorts, us to Contend for the Faith in. cc d vbz xx dt n1, cst n1 np1 av vvz, pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 26
366 For though he useth the word NONLATINALPHABET, which does undoubtedly refer to those Exercises, which were so famous, For though he uses the word, which does undoubtedly refer to those Exercises, which were so famous, c-acp cs pns31 vvz dt n1, r-crq vdz av-j vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vbdr av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 26
367 and so much in use among the Grecians, and are called by them the NONLATINALPHABET, consisting of those manly Exercises of running, wrestling, and Combating; yet it is as evident, that in the use of the word, he does not refer to the Force and external Violence, used in those Cames; and so much in use among the Greeks, and Are called by them the, consisting of those manly Exercises of running, wrestling, and Combating; yet it is as evident, that in the use of the word, he does not refer to the Force and external Violence, used in those Cames; cc av av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt njp2, cc vbr vvn p-acp pno32 dt, vvg pp-f d j n2 pp-f vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg; av pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc j n1, vvn p-acp d np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 26
368 but to the Diligence, Industry, Patience and Sufferance of the Combatants. but to the Diligence, Industry, Patience and Sufferance of the Combatants. cc-acp p-acp dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 26
369 Thus it's plain Saint Paul useth the word, to signify the Patience, and Constancy of the Saints, in their spiritual Race and Combat, in their sufferings and endurance of Labour and Persecution; Thus it's plain Saint Paul uses the word, to signify the Patience, and Constancy of the Saints, in their spiritual Raze and Combat, in their sufferings and endurance of Labour and Persecution; av pn31|vbz j n1 np1 vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, p-acp po32 n2 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 26
370 and thus our Saviour applyes it, Luk. 13. 24. And I believe it will no where be found in the New Testament, to signify the Resistance or Contention, of external Force and Violence. and thus our Saviour Applies it, Luk. 13. 24. And I believe it will no where be found in the New Testament, to signify the Resistance or Contention, of external Force and Violence. cc av po12 n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd cc pns11 vvb pn31 vmb av-dx c-crq vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, pp-f j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 26
371 Not but that I think it Lawful for the Magistrate, to draw the Sword in defence of the True Religion. Not but that I think it Lawful for the Magistrate, to draw the Sword in defence of the True Religion. xx p-acp cst pns11 vvb pn31 j p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 26
372 For he is the Minister of God — and beareth not the Sword in vain. If the Pope, as he hath formerly done, should give away this Kingdom to him that can catch it, For he is the Minister of God — and bears not the Sword in vain. If the Pope, as he hath formerly done, should give away this Kingdom to him that can catch it, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 — cc vvz xx dt n1 p-acp j. cs dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz av-j vdi, vmd vvi av d n1 p-acp pno31 cst vmb vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 26
373 or set any Prince a work (as he loves to do) to force us into a Subjection to him; or Set any Prince a work (as he loves to do) to force us into a Subjection to him; cc vvd d n1 dt n1 (c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi) pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 26
374 no doubt the King may Lawfully oppose Force with Force, and defend his Kingdom from every Invasion; no doubt the King may Lawfully oppose Force with Force, and defend his Kingdom from every Invasion; dx n1 dt n1 vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
375 God hath put the Sword into his hand, to manage for the Defence of Religion, as well as of the People. God hath put the Sword into his hand, to manage for the Defence of Religion, as well as of the People. np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
376 But then this is the Case of the Magistrate, whose the Sword is, and makes nothing to those, who have none of that Power committed to them. But then this is the Case of the Magistrate, whose the Sword is, and makes nothing to those, who have none of that Power committed to them. p-acp av d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz, cc vvz pix p-acp d, r-crq vhb pix pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
377 To these the Practice of our Saviour, who refused to be rescued by Saint Peter's Sword, To these the Practice of our Saviour, who refused to be rescued by Saint Peter's Sword, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
378 and the Command he gave with the Reason of it, Mat. 26. 52. Put up again thy Sword into its place; and the Command he gave with the Reason of it, Mathew 26. 52. Put up again thy Sword into its place; cc dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd vvb a-acp av po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
379 for all they that take the Sword, shall perish by the Sword: for all they that take the Sword, shall perish by the Sword: p-acp d pns32 cst vvb dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
380 is a sufficient direction and Rule, what they have to do, and shews them how dangerous, is a sufficient direction and Rule, what they have to do, and shows them how dangerous, vbz dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vhb pc-acp vdi, cc vvz pno32 c-crq j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
381 and unlawful it is to be meddling. and unlawful it is to be meddling. cc j pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 27
382 How then must we Contend for the Faith? Surely in the head of all our Endeavours, our Prayers and Tears ought first to be placed, How then must we Contend for the Faith? Surely in the head of all our Endeavours, our Prayers and Tears ought First to be placed, c-crq av vmb pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1? av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2, po12 n2 cc n2 vmd ord pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
383 as the Ancient Arms of the Primitive Church, and those most successefull Weapons, with which they Encountred the Rage of the Enemy, as the Ancient Arms of the Primitive Church, and those most successful Weapons, with which they Encountered the Rage of the Enemy, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc d av-ds j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
384 and by which their Patience and Constancy triumphed in the end. Our Faith is from God; and by which their Patience and Constancy triumphed in the end. Our Faith is from God; cc p-acp r-crq po32 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. po12 n1 vbz p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
385 and to whom therefore should we go for its Defence, but to him who can with ease defeat the Designes of the Enemy, and to whom Therefore should we go for its Defence, but to him who can with ease defeat the Designs of the Enemy, cc p-acp ro-crq av vmd pns12 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
386 and infatuate the Counsels of their best Contrivance; and infatuate the Counsels of their best Contrivance; cc j dt n2 pp-f po32 js n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
387 who as the Prophet saith, Frustrateth the tokens of the Lyars, and maketh Diviners mad, that turneth wise men backwards, and maketh their knowledge foolish. who as the Prophet Says, Frustrateth the tokens of the Liars, and makes Diviners mad, that turns wise men backwards, and makes their knowledge foolish. r-crq c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc vvz n2 j, cst vvz j n2 av-j, cc vv2 po32 n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
388 If he be among us, we need not fear all the Efforts of Rome, or Hell; but if he forsake us, our Defence is gone, If he be among us, we need not Fear all the Efforts of Room, or Hell; but if he forsake us, our Defence is gone, cs pns31 vbb p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb xx vvi d dt n2 pp-f vvi, cc n1; p-acp cs pns31 vvb pno12, po12 n1 vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
389 and our Glory departed, and Ichabod may be written upon all our pleasant places. But other Means are to be added to these also. and our Glory departed, and ichabod may be written upon all our pleasant places. But other Means Are to be added to these also. cc po12 n1 vvd, cc np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d po12 j n2. p-acp j-jn n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 27
390 And every one in his several Sphere, must employ the Talent that God hath given him; And every one in his several Sphere, must employ the Talon that God hath given him; cc d pi p-acp po31 j n1, vmb vvi dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 27
391 for God loves not the Lazy Suppliant, nor will hear the Desires of those, that will always lye still and Cry, God help. for God loves not the Lazy Suppliant, nor will hear the Desires of those, that will always lie still and Cry, God help. c-acp np1 vvz xx dt j j-jn, ccx vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d, cst vmb av vvi av cc n1, np1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 28
392 The Magistrate must Contend in his Sphere, for the Defence of the Church, as well as the Government of the State; The Magistrate must Contend in his Sphere, for the Defence of the Church, as well as the Government of the State; dt n1 vmb vvb p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 28
393 the Preservation of the true Religion, as well as the Peace, is within the exercise of his Authority, the Preservation of the true Religion, as well as the Peace, is within the exercise of his authority, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 28
394 and ought to be part of his Care: and ought to be part of his Care: cc pi pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 28
395 He Contends for it by a tenderness and Care over all its Concerns, and by Restraints upon the Petulancy and Unruliness of men, who would either Corrupt the Doctrine, He Contends for it by a tenderness and Care over all its Concerns, and by Restraints upon the Petulancy and Unruliness of men, who would either Corrupt the Doctrine, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d po31 vvz, cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd d vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 28
396 or disturb and interrupt the Peace of the Church. or disturb and interrupt the Peace of the Church. cc vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 28
397 And here is also Your Sphere to Act (my most Honourable Lords) to whose Wisdom and Skill the Execution of those Laws are Committed, by which our Religion hath hitherto been defended, and so happily flourished. And Here is also Your Sphere to Act (my most Honourable lords) to whose Wisdom and Skill the Execution of those Laws Are Committed, by which our Religion hath hitherto been defended, and so happily flourished. cc av vbz av po22 n1 p-acp n1 (po11 av-ds j n2) p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbr vvn, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz av vbn vvn, cc av av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 28
398 I Shall not presume to direct, or advise, or Exhort you; I Shall not presume to Direct, or Advice, or Exhort you; pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvb pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 28
399 the Knowledge we have of Your Love to Religion, and of your Faithfulness in Your Trust, will not suffer us to fear, that You will be negligent, in the Defence of that Religion, which you Love so well; the Knowledge we have of Your Love to Religion, and of your Faithfulness in Your Trust, will not suffer us to Fear, that You will be negligent, in the Defence of that Religion, which you Love so well; dt n1 pns12 vhb pp-f po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc pp-f po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1, vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst pn22 vmb vbi j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pn22 vvb av av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 28
400 or let those Laws which are so great a part of Your Trust, be baffled or buried, on which the Safety, or let those Laws which Are so great a part of Your Trust, be baffled or buried, on which the Safety, cc vvb d n2 r-crq vbr av j dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, vbb vvn cc vvn, p-acp r-crq dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 28
401 and Peace, and Security of our Faith, at this time, so much depends. The Minister must Act in his Sphere; and Peace, and Security of our Faith, At this time, so much depends. The Minister must Act in his Sphere; cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d n1, av d vvz. dt vvb vmb n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 28
402 and he Contends for the Faith, by declaring the mind of God in Truth, and expounding sincerely the Oracles of GOD. By opposing and convincing Gain-sayers, and he Contends for the Faith, by declaring the mind of God in Truth, and expounding sincerely the Oracles of GOD. By opposing and convincing Gainsayers, cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc vvg av-j dt n2 pp-f np1. p-acp vvg cc vvg j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 28
403 and defending the Truth from Heresy and Error, and the Sophistical Tricks of those, who lye in wait to deceive, and as the Apostle says, Lead Captive Silly women, laden with sins. and defending the Truth from Heresy and Error, and the Sophistical Tricks of those, who lie in wait to deceive, and as the Apostle Says, Led Captive Silly women, laden with Sins. cc vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f d, r-crq vvb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, vvb j-jn j n2, vvn p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 28
404 And All men (as Christians) must Contend in a way, suitable to them as such, by Knowledge and Practice, by Love and Sufferings, And All men (as Christians) must Contend in a Way, suitable to them as such, by Knowledge and Practice, by Love and Sufferings, cc d n2 (c-acp np1) vmb vvb p-acp dt n1, j p-acp pno32 p-acp d, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
405 and all the Methods that are Proper and Lawfull, and suit with Christians, considered as such, in their private Sphere and Capacity. and all the Methods that Are Proper and Lawful, and suit with Christians, considered as such, in their private Sphere and Capacity. cc d dt n2 cst vbr j cc j, cc n1 p-acp np1, vvn p-acp d, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
406 And to these in this Circumstance it is, that Saint Jude directs his Exhortation, and perswades them to Contend for the Faith. That is, exhorts them to an earnest, And to these in this Circumstance it is, that Saint U^de directs his Exhortation, and persuades them to Contend for the Faith. That is, exhorts them to an earnest, cc p-acp d p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz, cst n1 np1 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1. cst vbz, vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
407 and immutable Adherence to it, so as not to forgo it, for all that the Enemy can do. and immutable Adherence to it, so as not to forgo it, for all that the Enemy can do. cc j n1 p-acp pn31, av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp d cst dt n1 vmb vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
408 Neither to be scared out of it by Dread •r Danger, by Violence or Death; Neither to be scared out of it by Dread •r Danger, by Violence or Death; av-d pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pn31 p-acp j n1 n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
409 nor to be cheated and wheadled out of it, by the Insinuations of those that lye in wait to deceive, and [ Creep in unawares ] that deprave the Faith, and corrupt the Doctrine of the Gospel, nor to be cheated and wheadle out of it, by the Insinuations of those that lie in wait to deceive, and [ Creep in unawares ] that deprave the Faith, and corrupt the Doctrine of the Gospel, ccx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn av pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, cc [ vvb p-acp av-j ] cst vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
410 and [ turn the grace of God into Lasciviousness ] or exchange the Truth of God, for a Lye. and [ turn the grace of God into Lasciviousness ] or exchange the Truth of God, for a Lie. cc [ vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 ] cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
411 And thus to secure our standing in the Faith, and to preserve that Religion, and Purity of Doctrine, that God hath blessed us with, no Ways are more Suitable and Proper, And thus to secure our standing in the Faith, and to preserve that Religion, and Purity of Doctrine, that God hath blessed us with, no Ways Are more Suitable and Proper, cc av pc-acp vvi po12 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp, dx n2 vbr av-dc j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
412 or likely to be more Successfull, than these. or likely to be more Successful, than these. cc j pc-acp vbi av-dc j, cs d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 29
413 1. To understand well, and be throughly informed, in the Principles and Fundamentals of that Religion, which we profess. 1. To understand well, and be thoroughly informed, in the Principles and Fundamentals of that Religion, which we profess. crd pc-acp vvi av, cc vbi av-j vvn, p-acp dt n2 cc n2-j pp-f d n1, r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 29
414 For the greatest, and most successfull Conquests, that in any age the Enemy hath obtained, have ever been upon those that are weak, For the greatest, and most successful Conquests, that in any age the Enemy hath obtained, have ever been upon those that Are weak, p-acp dt js, cc av-ds j n2, cst p-acp d n1 dt n1 vhz vvn, vhb av vbn p-acp d cst vbr j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 29
415 and Unstable in the Faith: the Wavering mind hangs trembling, in an equal Suspence between Truth and Falshood, and Unstable in the Faith: the Wavering mind hangs trembling, in an equal Suspense between Truth and Falsehood, cc j-u p-acp dt n1: dt j-vvg n1 vvz j-vvg, p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 29
416 and these hardly escape the Assaults, or stand the Shock of those, who lye in wait to deceive. And therefore the Methods of the Enemy have usually been, to pick out those to subvert, whom they see Ignorant and Unstable; as knowing these to be the most liable, and these hardly escape the Assaults, or stand the Shock of those, who lie in wait to deceive. And Therefore the Methods of the Enemy have usually been, to pick out those to subvert, whom they see Ignorant and Unstable; as knowing these to be the most liable, cc d av vvi dt n2, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vvb p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi. cc av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb av-j vbn, pc-acp vvi av d pc-acp vvi, ro-crq pns32 vvb j cc j-u; c-acp vvg d pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 29
417 and likely to be brought to their Lure. And indeed, how should it be otherwise; and likely to be brought to their Lure. And indeed, how should it be otherwise; cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1. cc av, q-crq vmd pn31 vbi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 29
418 for they that are not well informed, in what they profess, may easily enough be perswaded, that their Profession is Erroneous; for they that Are not well informed, in what they profess, may Easily enough be persuaded, that their Profession is Erroneous; c-acp pns32 cst vbr xx av vvn, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, vmb av-j d vbi vvn, cst po32 n1 vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 29
419 and the Best Religion may Easily be disparaged to them, that do not understand its Nature, and the Best Religion may Easily be disparaged to them, that do not understand its Nature, cc dt js n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp pno32, cst vdb xx vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 30
420 and have not enquired far enough into it, to discern the Beauty and excellency of it. and have not inquired Far enough into it, to discern the Beauty and excellency of it. cc vhb xx vvn av-j av-d p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 30
421 And doubtless, this hath given the Church of Rome, a vast Advantage against us; And doubtless, this hath given the Church of Rome, a vast Advantage against us; cc av-j, d vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 30
422 who know well enough how to improve it, in that so many are strangers, to the Principles of that Religion, which they profess, who know well enough how to improve it, in that so many Are Strangers, to the Principles of that Religion, which they profess, q-crq vvb av av-d c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp cst av d vbr n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns32 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 30
423 as having never been Instructed in them, nor taken the pains to Examine, what it is they pretend to believe. as having never been Instructed in them, nor taken the pains to Examine, what it is they pretend to believe. c-acp vhg av vbn vvn p-acp pno32, ccx vvn dt n2 pc-acp vvb, r-crq pn31 vbz pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 30
424 Too many have satisfied themselves, with being of that Profession, in which they were born and brought up, without taking the trouble, to understand what that Profession is, Too many have satisfied themselves, with being of that Profession, in which they were born and brought up, without taking the trouble, to understand what that Profession is, av d vhb vvn px32, p-acp vbg pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn a-acp, p-acp vvg dt n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq d n1 vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 30
425 or to have any other Argument for it, than their Education. or to have any other Argument for it, than their Education. cc pc-acp vhi d j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, cs po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 30
426 And therefore, when I reflect upon that Ignorance in Religion, that is growing up, and that little Concern or Regard, that men have to be well versed, And Therefore, when I reflect upon that Ignorance in Religion, that is growing up, and that little Concern or Regard, that men have to be well versed, cc av, c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz vvg a-acp, cc cst av-j vvb cc vvb, cst n2 vhb pc-acp vbi av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 30
427 or informed in the Fundamentals of it; or informed in the Fundamentals of it; cc vvn p-acp dt n2-j pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 30
428 instead of wondring, that Rome hath gained so many from us, I onely wonder that they have gained no more. instead of wondering, that Room hath gained so many from us, I only wonder that they have gained no more. av pp-f vvg, cst vvb vhz vvn av d p-acp pno12, pns11 av-j vvb cst pns32 vhb vvn av-dx av-dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 30
429 And I very much fear, that if the time should ever come, that men might with Safety, And I very much Fear, that if the time should ever come, that men might with Safety, cc pns11 av d n1, cst cs dt n1 vmd av vvi, cst n2 vmd p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 30
430 or advantage, change the Church of England for that of Rome; there are too many, that would need but little Perswasion; or advantage, change the Church of England for that of Room; there Are too many, that would need but little Persuasion; cc n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d pp-f vvb; a-acp vbr av d, cst vmd vvi p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 30
431 and all because they so little Know the Truth, the Beauty and Excellency of that Religion, which now they profess. and all Because they so little Know the Truth, the Beauty and Excellency of that Religion, which now they profess. cc d c-acp pns32 av av-j vvb dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq av pns32 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 30
432 2. To Practise seriously and Conscientiously, what we profess. 2. To Practise seriously and Conscientiously, what we profess. crd pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j, r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 30
433 To hold the True Faith in Notion, and to deny it in Practice, is to pull down with One hand, what we erect with the Other; To hold the True Faith in Notion, and to deny it in Practice, is to pull down with One hand, what we erect with the Other; pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp crd n1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 30
434 and to subvert and betray the Faith, that we seem to Contend for. And indeed, it is not easy to suppose, that a man should be resolute to Suffer for any Religion, and to subvert and betray the Faith, that we seem to Contend for. And indeed, it is not easy to suppose, that a man should be resolute to Suffer for any Religion, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp. cc av, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 30
435 nor stand any ways Vigorously in the Defence of it, who will not submit to the Power of it, nor stand any ways Vigorously in the Defence of it, who will not submit to the Power of it, ccx vvb d n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 31
436 nor will let his Life be regulated, nor his Lusts be mortified by it. To the Profane person, all Religions are alike; nor will let his Life be regulated, nor his Lustiest be mortified by it. To the Profane person, all Religions Are alike; ccx vmb vvi po31 n1 vbi vvn, ccx po31 n2 vbb vvn p-acp pn31. p-acp dt j n1, d n2 vbr av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 31
437 and that which bids fairest for his Interest, or is most suitable to his Inclinations, Carries it with him. and that which bids Fairest for his Interest, or is most suitable to his Inclinations, Carries it with him. cc cst r-crq vvz js p-acp po31 n1, cc vbz av-ds j p-acp po31 n2, vvz pn31 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 31
438 It is the Practice of Religion that renders it Truely sweet, and pleasant to the Professours of it; It is the Practice of Religion that renders it Truly sweet, and pleasant to the Professors of it; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz pn31 av-j j, cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 31
439 and none but those, can heartily love the Faith, and be Zealously concerned for its Defence, that have Experienced the Power and Influences of it, in themselves. and none but those, can heartily love the Faith, and be Zealously concerned for its Defence, that have Experienced the Power and Influences of it, in themselves. cc pix p-acp d, vmb av-j vvi dt n1, cc vbb av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst vhb j-vvn dt n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 31
440 To Practise therefore what we profess, is a considerable means of Defence, for the Religion we own; To Practise Therefore what we profess, is a considerable means of Defence, for the Religion we own; pc-acp vvi av r-crq pns12 vvb, vbz dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pns12 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
441 for this engageth God on our side, and lets the Enemy see, it is in vain to Tamper, or be meddling. for this engageth God on our side, and lets the Enemy see, it is in vain to Tamper, or be meddling. p-acp d vvz np1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp j p-acp np1, cc vbi vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
442 For to live up to the Principles of our Profession, and to adorne our Religion with a suitable Conversation, is to bring forth Fruit, and to glorify GOD; and where these are found, the End is answered, For to live up to the Principles of our Profession, and to adorn our Religion with a suitable Conversation, is to bring forth Fruit, and to Glorify GOD; and where these Are found, the End is answered, p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz p-acp vvb av n1, cc p-acp vvb np1; cc c-crq d vbr vvn, dt vvb vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
443 for which the Gospel is bestowed; for which the Gospel is bestowed; p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
444 and so long the Candlestick shall not be removed, while People rejoyce, and walk in the Light. and so long the Candlestick shall not be removed, while People rejoice, and walk in the Light. cc av av-j dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, cs n1 vvb, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
445 And therefore it is observable, that the Removal of the Means of Grace, and an Eclipsing the Light of the Gospel, hath ever in all places been preceded by a Decay of Piety, and an Inundation of Profaness. This pulls down the Wrath of GOD, and that makes the Cunning, and Malice of men effectual; And Therefore it is observable, that the Removal of the Means of Grace, and an Eclipsing the Light of the Gospel, hath ever in all places been preceded by a Decay of Piety, and an Inundation of Profaneness. This pulls down the Wrath of GOD, and that makes the Cunning, and Malice of men effectual; cc av pn31 vbz j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhz av p-acp d n2 vbi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. d vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d vvz dt j-jn, cc n1 pp-f n2 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
446 God will walk no more among them, that walk contrary to him; God will walk no more among them, that walk contrary to him; np1 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp pno32, cst vvb j-jn p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
447 and they that will Practise no Religion, may easily enough be perverted to Any, how irrational or absurd soever it be. and they that will Practise no Religion, may Easily enough be perverted to Any, how irrational or absurd soever it be. cc pns32 cst vmb vvi dx n1, vmb av-j d vbi vvn p-acp d, c-crq j cc j av pn31 vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
448 God grant, that that Coldness, Looseness, and Profaness, that so universally over-spreads this Nation, be not too sad a Prognostick, God grant, that that Coldness, Looseness, and Profaneness, that so universally overspreads this nation, be not too sad a Prognostic, np1 vvb, cst d n1, n1, cc n1, cst av av-j j d n1, vbb xx av j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
449 and preparatory to the Departure of the Gospel from among us. and preparatory to the Departure of the Gospel from among us. cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 31
450 For this our Saviour Threatens the Jew, Matth. 21. v. 43. Therefore I say unto you, the Kingdom of God s•all be taken from you, For this our Saviour Threatens the Jew, Matthew 21. v. 43. Therefore I say unto you, the Kingdom of God s•all be taken from you, p-acp d po12 n1 vvz dt np1, np1 crd n1 crd av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 32
451 and given to a Nation bringing forth the fruits thereof. Our Provocations are too like theirs; and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof. Our Provocations Are too like theirs; cc vvn p-acp dt n1 vvg av dt n2 av. po12 n2 vbr av av-j png32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 32
452 God grant our Punishment be not the same too! 3. A Christi•n love, and Union among our selves: God grant our Punishment be not the same too! 3. A Christi•n love, and union among our selves: np1 vvb po12 n1 vbb xx dt d av! crd dt jp n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 32
453 This is an excellent Means of defence of the Faith, and a pertinent and prevalent Method of Contending for it. This is an excellent Means of defence of the Faith, and a pertinent and prevalent Method of Contending for it. d vbz dt j n2 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j cc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 32
454 By this we secure our selves from all Assaults without; By this we secure our selves from all Assaults without; p-acp d pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 32
455 and while Love compacts and cements the Body, it makes it impregnable to all the fruitless Attempts of the Enemy. and while Love compacts and cements the Body, it makes it impregnable to all the fruitless Attempts of the Enemy. cc cs n1 n2 cc n2 dt n1, pn31 vvz pn31 j p-acp d dt j vvz pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 32
456 Our Unity would be our Strength, as well as as our Beauty; Our Unity would be our Strength, as well as as our Beauty; po12 n1 vmd vbi po12 n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 32
457 and if our Adversaries could not Create a Party, and form Divisions among us, they would sit down in Dispair of ever prevailing, and if our Adversaries could not Create a Party, and from Divisions among us, they would fit down in Despair of ever prevailing, cc cs po12 n2 vmd xx vvi dt n1, cc n1 n2 p-acp pno12, pns32 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f av j-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 32
458 and would be less frequent and brisk in their Attacks. But while we Bite and Devour one another; and would be less frequent and brisk in their Attacks. But while we Bite and Devour one Another; cc vmd vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp po32 np1. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb cc vvb pi j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 32
459 while we Rage, and Raile at, and mutually Subvert, and Undermine each other; while we Rage, and Rail At, and mutually Subvert, and Undermine each other; cs pns12 n1, cc vvb p-acp, cc av-j vvi, cc vvi d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
460 whilst fierce Debates, and Unchristian Censures, and Spight, and Malice, and Wrath do swell the Spleen, while fierce Debates, and Unchristian Censures, and Spite, and Malice, and Wrath do swell the Spleen, cs j n2, cc j n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vdb vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
461 and Exasperate the Minds of men one against another; and Exasperate the Minds of men one against Another; cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 crd p-acp n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
462 we reproach our Religion by an unsuitable Deportment, and expose our selves an easy Prey, to the Cunning and Malice of our Enemies. we reproach our Religion by an unsuitable Deportment, and expose our selves an easy Prey, to the Cunning and Malice of our Enemies. pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb po12 n2 dt j n1, p-acp dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
463 For the Gospel we Contend for, is a Gospel of Peace; and the God we serve, is the God of Peace; and the Badge of Christ's Disciples, is to love one another. If then to Contradict the Design of the Gospel, be the nearest way to hasten its departure, in vain do men pretend a zeal of Religion, in Bitterness and Animosity; For the Gospel we Contend for, is a Gospel of Peace; and the God we serve, is the God of Peace; and the Badge of Christ's Disciples, is to love one Another. If then to Contradict the Design of the Gospel, be the nearest Way to hasten its departure, in vain do men pretend a zeal of Religion, in Bitterness and Animosity; p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc dt n1 pns12 vvb, vbz dt np1 pp-f n1; cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, vbz p-acp vvb pi j-jn. cs av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb dt js n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp j vdb n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
464 or give out, they Contend for the Faith, while they violate the Laws of Christian Charity, or give out, they Contend for the Faith, while they violate the Laws of Christian Charity, cc vvb av, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f njp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
465 and Cast away the bands of Concord, Love and Union. and Cast away the bans of Concord, Love and union. cc vvb av dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
466 It is much to be feared, lest God in his just Indignation at these things, should let in the Common Enemy among us, It is much to be feared, lest God in his just Indignation At these things, should let in the Common Enemy among us, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cs np1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d n2, vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 32
467 and Cure the Rancor, & take off the edge of our spirits, and teach us more Kindness, and Cure the Rancour, & take off the edge of our spirits, and teach us more Kindness, cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc vvb pno12 dc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 33
468 & a more tender regard one for another, by involving us all in the same common Calamity, and judgment. & a more tender regard one for Another, by involving us all in the same Common Calamity, and judgement. cc dt av-dc j n1 pi p-acp n-jn, p-acp vvg pno12 d p-acp dt d j n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 33
469 I Am sure nothing more weakens our strength, nor more roundly, or successfully advanceth the Projects of the Enemy, I Am sure nothing more weakens our strength, nor more roundly, or successfully Advanceth the Projects of the Enemy, pns11 vbm j pix av-dc vvz po12 n1, ccx av-dc av-j, cc av-j vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
470 than our fierce and unmerciful Contests one with Another. than our fierce and unmerciful Contests one with another. cs po12 j cc j n2 pi p-acp n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
471 We pull down our Defence with our own hands, and our selves sap, and undermine those Walls, We pull down our Defence with our own hands, and our selves sap, and undermine those Walls, pns12 vvb a-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 d n2, cc po12 n2 n1, cc vvi d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
472 and Foundations, which they so much desire to see Levelled with the ground. and Foundations, which they so much desire to see Leveled with the ground. cc n2, r-crq pns32 av av-d vvi pc-acp vvi vvd p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
473 Hence it is, that Rome hath always been industrious, and vigilant to Create, and foment Divisions among us; Hence it is, that Room hath always been Industria, and vigilant to Create, and foment Divisions among us; av pn31 vbz, cst vvb vhz av vbn j, cc j pc-acp vvi, cc n1 n2 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
474 for these present them with those advantages against us, which all their own Prowesse, or Policy could never have procured for them: for these present them with those advantages against us, which all their own Prowess, or Policy could never have procured for them: p-acp d vvb pno32 p-acp d n2 p-acp pno12, r-crq d po32 d n1, cc n1 vmd av-x vhi vvn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
475 But a Christian Love, and firm Union among our selves, would be no less their Terror, then their Confusion. But a Christian Love, and firm union among our selves, would be no less their Terror, then their Confusion. cc-acp dt njp n1, cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2, vmd vbi dx av-dc po32 n1, cs po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 33
476 4. To suffer resolutely the worst that man can inslict, rather than forgo our Profession, or deny the Faith. 4. To suffer resolutely the worst that man can inflict, rather than forgo our Profession, or deny the Faith. crd pc-acp vvi av-j dt js cst n1 vmb vvi, av-c cs vvi po12 n1, cc vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
477 This is that manner of Contention, which I conceive the Apostle Chiefly aimes at in the Text, by the use of the word NONLATINALPHABET, as I have already intimated; This is that manner of Contention, which I conceive the Apostle Chiefly aims At in the Text, by the use of the word, as I have already intimated; d vbz d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 av-jn vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
478 and this is that Way in which every particular person may for himself, and in his own Sphere victoriously Contend. This will render all the Attempts of men in vain, and this is that Way in which every particular person may for himself, and in his own Sphere victoriously Contend. This will render all the Attempts of men in vain, cc d vbz d n1 p-acp r-crq d j n1 vmb p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 d n1 av-j vvb. d vmb vvi d dt vvz pp-f n2 p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
479 and whether they Fawn or Rage, a mind resolved to endure the utmost, rather than forgo the Faith, will weather the storm, and whither they Fawn or Rage, a mind resolved to endure the utmost, rather than forgo the Faith, will weather the storm, cc cs pns32 vvi cc n1, dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j, av-c cs vvi dt n1, vmb vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
480 and stand the shock, and come off Triumphant in the end. For the Rage, and violence of men, may bind the Hands, or force the Body; and stand the shock, and come off Triumphant in the end. For the Rage, and violence of men, may bind the Hands, or force the Body; cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb a-acp j p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi dt n2, cc vvi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
481 but the mind is free, and no Compulsions can debauch the Conscience. They Can reach this Temporal life, & tear the heart out of the Body; but the mind is free, and no Compulsions can debauch the Conscience. They Can reach this Temporal life, & tear the heart out of the Body; cc-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc dx n2 vmb vvi dt n1. pns32 vmb vvi d j n1, cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
482 but the Soul is beyond their reach, and can never tear the Love of Christ, and his Truth, out of the Heart that is not willing to part with it. but the Soul is beyond their reach, and can never tear the Love of christ, and his Truth, out of the Heart that is not willing to part with it. cc-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, cc vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1, av pp-f dt n1 cst vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 33
483 When therefore all other means of Contending for the Faith, either fail, or are useless, through the Anger of GOD, or the Perverseness of Men, the good Christian in his particular Sphere may Contend for it, When Therefore all other means of Contending for the Faith, either fail, or Are useless, through the Anger of GOD, or the Perverseness of Men, the good Christian in his particular Sphere may Contend for it, c-crq av d j-jn n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, d n1, cc vbr j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j njp p-acp po31 j n1 vmb vvb p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 34
484 and be sure to preserve, and keep it entire and inviolate, by Patience and Constancy, and a mind prepared to suffer, whatever the Rage, and be sure to preserve, and keep it entire and inviolate, by Patience and Constancy, and a mind prepared to suffer, whatever the Rage, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc vvb pn31 j cc j, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, r-crq dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 34
485 or Malice of Men can inflict. or Malice of Men can inflict. cc n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 34
486 For he that Can expose his Fortune to the Rapaciousness of Men, his Body to the Tormentor, For he that Can expose his Fortune to the Rapaciousness of Men, his Body to the Tormentor, p-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 34
487 and his Life to the death, need not fear what man can do, but may be sure to preserve his Conscience pure, and his Life to the death, need not Fear what man can do, but may be sure to preserve his Conscience pure, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb xx vvi r-crq n1 vmb vdi, cc-acp vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 34
488 and his Faith sound unto the end. And though Flesh and Blood may Recoile, and fancy this Method least of any; and his Faith found unto the end. And though Flesh and Blood may Recoil, and fancy this Method least of any; cc po31 n1 vvb p-acp dt n1. cc cs n1 cc n1 vmb vvb, cc vvi d n1 ds pp-f d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 34
489 yet the Christian is supported, with the greatest reason that Can be, to encourage him to it. yet the Christian is supported, with the greatest reason that Can be, to encourage him to it. av dt njp vbz vvn, p-acp dt js n1 cst vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
490 This is the Path that our Saviour trod before us, and through Tribulation and Sufferings, the Captain of our Salvation was made Perfect. This is the Path that our Saviour trod before us, and through Tribulation and Sufferings, the Captain of our Salvation was made Perfect. d vbz dt n1 cst po12 n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp n1 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds vvn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
491 He endured the Cross despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the Throne of God. He endured the Cross despising the shame, and is Set down At the right hand of the Throne of God. pns31 vvd dt n1 vvg dt n1, cc vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
492 This way those great and famous Worthies in the Gospel, those Primi Pilares Fidei nostrae, the Ringleaders of our Faith, stood up for the Faith, and Sealed it with their dearest Blood, [ and they loved not their lives unto the death. This Way those great and famous Worthies in the Gospel, those Primi Pilares Fidei Nostrae, the Ringleaders of our Faith, stood up for the Faith, and Sealed it with their dearest Blood, [ and they loved not their lives unto the death. d n1 d j cc j n2-jn p-acp dt n1, d fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po32 js-jn n1, [ cc pns32 vvd xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
493 ] And to the same Engagements our Saviour encourageth us, and bids his Disciples, [ fear not them which kill the Body, ] And to the same Engagements our Saviour Encourageth us, and bids his Disciples, [ Fear not them which kill the Body, ] cc p-acp dt d n2 po12 n1 vvz pno12, cc vvz po31 n2, [ vvb xx pno32 r-crq vvb dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
494 but are not able to kill the Soul. ] And the Apostle proposeth the example of our Masters Sufferings, but Are not able to kill the Soul. ] And the Apostle Proposeth the Exampl of our Masters Sufferings, cc-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 ] cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
495 as the support of our Faith, and Courage in the greatest Tryals. as the support of our Faith, and Courage in the greatest Trials. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
496 [ For consider him (says Saint Paul) that endured such Contradiction of sinners against himself, [ For Consider him (Says Faint Paul) that endured such Contradiction of Sinners against himself, [ c-acp vvi pno31 (vvz j np1) cst vvd d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
497 lest ye be weary and faint in your minds. lest you be weary and faint in your minds. cs pn22 vbb j cc j p-acp po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
498 ] This the thing we Contend for, deserveth at our hands, for the Faith is Precious, ] This the thing we Contend for, deserveth At our hands, for the Faith is Precious, ] d dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, vvz p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
499 and the Testimony of a good Conscience, out-weighs the Terrors of death, and the Love of God is better than life it self: and the Testimony of a good Conscience, outweighs the Terrors of death, and the Love of God is better than life it self: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz jc cs n1 pn31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 34
500 And this by our Covenant with God, we engage our selves to; and we Cannot be Christ's Disciples upon Termes short of these. And this by our Covenant with God, we engage our selves to; and we Cannot be Christ's Disciples upon Terms short of these. cc d p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp; cc pns12 vmbx vbi npg1 n2 p-acp n2 j pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
501 He that loves his Life more then Christ, is unworthy to be a a Disciple of Christ; He that loves his Life more then christ, is unworthy to be a a Disciple of christ; pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 av-dc cs np1, vbz j pc-acp vbi av dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
502 and he that for Fear denyes the Faith, denyes Christ the Lord and Founder of it. and he that for fear Denies the Faith, Denies christ the Lord and Founder of it. cc pns31 cst p-acp n1 vvz dt n1, vvz np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
503 And though our Master does not always Call his servants to Heaven, in a Fiery Charriot, and in Tribulation, and sufferings; And though our Master does not always Call his Servants to Heaven, in a Fiery Chariot, and in Tribulation, and sufferings; cc cs po12 n1 vdz xx av vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp n1, cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
504 yet he expects that they should all of them be always ready, and resolved to go that way if he calls them; yet he expects that they should all of them be always ready, and resolved to go that Way if he calls them; av pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmd d pp-f pno32 vbi av j, cc vvd pc-acp vvi d n1 cs pns31 vvz pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
505 and he will receive none that decline that way when he calls them by it. and he will receive none that decline that Way when he calls them by it. cc pns31 vmb vvi pix cst vvb cst n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
506 For he hath said [ if any man come to me, and hate not his Father, For he hath said [ if any man come to me, and hate not his Father, p-acp pns31 vhz vvn [ cs d n1 vvb p-acp pno11, cc vvb xx po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
507 and Mother, and Wife and Children and Brethren, and Sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my Disciple; and Mother, and Wife and Children and Brothers, and Sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my Disciple; cc n1, cc n1 cc n2 cc n2, cc n2, uh, cc po31 d n1 av, pns31 vmbx vbi po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
508 and whosoever doth not bear his Cross, and come after me cannot be my Disciple. and whosoever does not bear his Cross, and come After me cannot be my Disciple. cc r-crq vdz xx vvi po31 n1, cc vvb p-acp pno11 vmbx vbi po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
509 ] Let us then rather dread losing the Faith, than our Lives; and rather fear being discarded by our great Master, turned out of his Service, ] Let us then rather dread losing the Faith, than our Lives; and rather Fear being discarded by our great Master, turned out of his Service, ] vvb pno12 av av n1 vvg dt n1, cs po12 vvz; cc av-c vvb vbg vvn p-acp po12 j n1, vvd av pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
510 or disowned by him, then to be vexed and worried, and killed by men. or disowned by him, then to be vexed and worried, and killed by men. cc vvn p-acp pno31, cs pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, cc vvd p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
511 If God calls us to suffer, let us not think [ strange at the Fiery Tryal ] as Saint Peter calls it; If God calls us to suffer, let us not think [ strange At the Fiery Trial ] as Saint Peter calls it; cs np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno12 xx vvi [ j p-acp dt j n1 ] c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
512 but with Patience, and Courage obey the Call, and with a firm Mind, and undaunted Resolution, hazzard our lives, to save our Souls; but with Patience, and Courage obey the Call, and with a firm Mind, and undaunted Resolution, hazard our lives, to save our Souls; cc-acp p-acp n1, cc n1 vvi dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1, vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
513 & quit the World, to preserve the Faith. The Enemy is at hand, & lodged under our very Walls; & quit the World, to preserve the Faith. The Enemy is At hand, & lodged under our very Walls; cc vvb dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1. dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp po12 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 35
514 what God may permit, we know not; what God may permit, we know not; r-crq np1 vmb vvi, pns12 vvb xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 35
515 what they would do, is now sufficiently discovered and demonstrated to every one, that is not of the Party, what they would do, is now sufficiently discovered and demonstrated to every one, that is not of the Party, r-crq pns32 vmd vdi, vbz av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d crd, cst vbz xx pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 35
516 or willing to be imposed upon. or willing to be imposed upon. cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 35
517 Tis time to think seriously of our Condition, and to fortify our minds with Courage and Constancy against the impending Evil. 'Tis time that our Breaches were Healed, This time to think seriously of our Condition, and to fortify our minds with Courage and Constancy against the impending Evil. It's time that our Breaches were Healed, pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvg np1 pn31|vbz n1 cst po12 n2 vbdr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 35
518 and our Contentions among our selves were Banished, that we might all unite in the Common Defence; and our Contentions among our selves were Banished, that we might all unite in the Common Defence; cc po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2 vbdr vvn, cst pns12 vmd d vvi p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 35
519 and all Combine (as one man) to Contend earnestly for the Faith which was once delivered to the Saints. FINIS. and all Combine (as one man) to Contend earnestly for the Faith which was once Delivered to the Saints. FINIS. cc d vvb (c-acp crd n1) p-acp vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 35

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