A sermon preached before the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen at the Guild-Hall Chappel, Jan. 20, 1683 by John Standish ...

Standish, John, d. 1686
Publisher: Printed by H Hills Jun for Robert Calvell
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1684
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A61268 ESTC ID: R13597 STC ID: S5218
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Deuteronomy VI, 11-12;
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0 Deut. VI. part of the 11, and 12 verses. Deuteronomy VI. part of the 11, and 12 Verses. np1 crd. n1 pp-f dt crd, cc crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 — When thou shalt have Eaten, and be Full, then beware lest thou forget the LORD. — — When thou shalt have Eaten, and be Full, then beware lest thou forget the LORD. — — q-crq pns21 vm2 vhi vvn, cc vbi j, av vvb cs pns21 vvb dt n1. — (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 PRosperity and Adversity are the great Theatres of Humane life; Prosperity and Adversity Are the great Theatres of Humane life; n1 cc n1 vbr dt j n2 pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 the two famous Tests to prove what Spirit and temper Men are of, for it is an Error of the Vulgar only, that all is well, the two famous Tests to prove what Spirit and temper Men Are of, for it is an Error of the vulgar only, that all is well, dt crd j vvz pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 cc n1 n2 vbr pp-f, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j av-j, cst d vbz av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 when their Gold and Silver, Flocks and Herds, Corn and Wine increase and grow upon them; when their Gold and Silver, Flocks and Herds, Corn and Wine increase and grow upon them; c-crq po32 n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1 vvb cc vvb p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 Wiser Men find it as hard a task, (at least) to command and manage a head-strong, flowing fortune, Wiser Men find it as hard a task, (At least) to command and manage a headstrong, flowing fortune, jc n2 vvi pn31 a-acp av-j dt n1, (p-acp ds) p-acp n1 cc vvi dt j, j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 as to keep themselves from sinking, and being desperate, when they are reduced to their lowest Ebb, last Shifts, and Wits end. as to keep themselves from sinking, and being desperate, when they Are reduced to their lowest Ebb, last Shifts, and Wits end. c-acp pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp vvg, cc vbg j, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 js n1, ord n2, cc ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 It is an old Question amongst the learned Moralists, which of the two Estates is most entangled with dangers and difficulties? the great cry is out upon Prosperity, who by her killing Smiles, treacherous Enchantments, It is an old Question among the learned Moralists, which of the two Estates is most entangled with dangers and difficulties? the great cry is out upon Prosperity, who by her killing Smiles, treacherous Enchantments, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2, r-crq pp-f dt crd n2 vbz av-ds vvn p-acp n2 cc n2? dt j n1 vbz av p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp po31 j-vvg n2, j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
8 and stealing Flatteries, Effeminates, and Robbs the Spirit of its due force and vigour; and stealing Flatteries, Effeminates, and Robbed the Spirit of its due force and vigour; cc vvg n2, vvz, cc vv2 dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
9 She basely betrays the Fort by letting the Enemy in at a Postern, and easily conquers those daring Heroes who never turned their backs of visible danger: She basely betrays the Fort by letting the Enemy in At a Postern, and Easily conquers those daring Heroes who never turned their backs of visible danger: pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvz d j-vvg n2 r-crq av-x vvd po32 n2 pp-f j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
10 Whom no Adverse affair, not Death it self, in all its frigthful change of shapes, could ever daunt, or dash out of Countenance. Whom no Adverse affair, not Death it self, in all its frigthful change of shapes, could ever daunt, or dash out of Countenance. r-crq dx j n1, xx n1 pn31 n1, p-acp d po31 j n1 pp-f n2, vmd av vvi, cc vvb av pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
11 And indeed 'tis a Truth which the Oracles of GOD have vouched to us by no mean Instances to put it beyond all dispute. And indeed it's a Truth which the Oracles of GOD have vouched to us by no mean Instances to put it beyond all dispute. cc av pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dx j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
12 For whilest Gideon was a private man, the least in his Fathers house, and threshed Wheat by the Wine-press, he was a very Good man, For whilst gideon was a private man, the least in his Father's house, and threshed Wheat by the Winepress, he was a very Good man, p-acp cs np1 vbds dt j n1, dt ds p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt j, pns31 vbds dt j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 and a great Favourite in the Court of Heaven; and a great Favourite in the Court of Heaven; cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 the Text says, that the Angel of the LORD visited and communed freely with him, as a Man does with his Friend; but then, the Text Says, that the Angel of the LORD visited and communed freely with him, as a Man does with his Friend; but then, dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn cc vvd av-j p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp po31 n1; p-acp av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 when once He grew Great, and was fleshed with a miraculous victory over the mighty Kings of Midian, the same man was not the same; for he abused his prosperous fortune, when once He grew Great, and was fleshed with a miraculous victory over the mighty Kings of Midian, the same man was not the same; for he abused his prosperous fortune, c-crq a-acp pns31 vvd j, cc vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f jp, dt d n1 vbds xx dt d; p-acp pns31 vvd po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 and made him an Ephod of the Ear-rings taken in spoil, and put it in His City Ophrah, and all Israel went a whoring after it, which thing became a snare to Gideon and his house. Thus one bewitching Dalilah subdued the invincible Sampson, when all other Arts and Arms of Palestine could neither withstand, no, and made him an Ephod of the Earrings taken in spoil, and put it in His city Ophrah, and all Israel went a whoring After it, which thing became a snare to gideon and his house. Thus one bewitching Delilah subdued the invincible Sampson, when all other Arts and Arms of Palestine could neither withstand, no, cc vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp vvi, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 np1, cc d np1 vvd dt vvg p-acp pn31, r-crq n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. av crd j-vvg np1 vvn dt j np1, c-crq d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vmd av-dx vvi, uh-dx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 nor find out his strength. Before I was troubled I went wrong, saith King David: And — It is good for me that I was afflicted; nor find out his strength. Before I was troubled I went wrong, Says King David: And — It is good for me that I was afflicted; ccx vvb av po31 n1. p-acp pns11 vbds vvn pns11 vvd n-jn, vvz n1 np1: cc — pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vbds vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 that set him right. But then again when He sat still at Jerusalem in a profound Peace, that Set him right. But then again when He sat still At Jerusalem in a profound Peace, cst vvd pno31 av-jn. p-acp av av c-crq pns31 vvd av p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 and had nothing else to do, He fell into those two grievous Sins which cut him out work for Repentance all the days of his Life. and had nothing Else to do, He fell into those two grievous Sins which Cut him out work for Repentance all the days of his Life. cc vhd pix av pc-acp vdi, pns31 vvd p-acp d crd j n2 r-crq vvd pno31 av vvi p-acp n1 d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 His son Solomon, the wisest Prince that ever swayed That, or any other Scepter under the Sun, His son Solomon, the Wisest Prince that ever swayed That, or any other Sceptre under the Sun, po31 n1 np1, dt js n1 cst av vvn cst, cc d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
21 yet stands charged with very great folly towards the end of his peaceable Reign; yet Stands charged with very great folly towards the end of his peaceable Reign; av vvz vvn p-acp av j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
22 for living in all ease and pleasure, and having no manner of Enemies, but those most deadly ones of his own house, his False Friends, he unadvisedly suffer'd them in his Old declining Age to tempt him to Idolatry. To add no more, Israel in general who found the land of Egypt, that house of Bondage and hardship, a wholesome School of Vertue, made the blessed Land of Canaan a Nourse of all Vices, a mere Land of forgetfulness; which Moses the Man of GOD here having a clear prospect of, he lays in early caution against it in these words, — When thou shalt have eaten, for living in all ease and pleasure, and having no manner of Enemies, but those most deadly ones of his own house, his False Friends, he unadvisedly suffered them in his Old declining Age to tempt him to Idolatry. To add no more, Israel in general who found the land of Egypt, that house of Bondage and hardship, a wholesome School of Virtue, made the blessed Land of Canaan a Nurse of all Vices, a mere Land of forgetfulness; which Moses the Man of GOD Here having a clear prospect of, he lays in early caution against it in these words, — When thou shalt have eaten, c-acp vvg p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc vhg dx n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d av-ds j pi2 pp-f po31 d n1, po31 j n2, pns31 av-j vvd pno32 p-acp po31 j vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1. pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc, np1 p-acp n1 r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cst n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvd dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f d n2, dt j n1 pp-f n1; r-crq np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av vhg dt j n1 pp-f, pns31 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2, — c-crq pns21 vm2 vhi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
23 and be full, then beware lest thou forget the LORD. For our due handling of these words I shall endeavour, and be full, then beware lest thou forget the LORD. For our due handling of these words I shall endeavour, cc vbi j, av vvb cs pns21 vvb dt n1. p-acp po12 j-jn n-vvg pp-f d n2 pns11 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
24 1. To state the genuine sense and full importance of the caution. 2. To back and enforce it with some proper Considerations. 1. To state the genuine sense and full importance of the caution. 2. To back and enforce it with Some proper Considerations. crd p-acp n1 dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. crd p-acp n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
25 3. And Lastly, To tender some short directive Rules how we may best reduce it to Practice. I begin with the First; And 3. And Lastly, To tender Some short directive Rules how we may best reduce it to Practice. I begin with the First; And crd cc ord, pc-acp vvi d j n1 vvz c-crq pns12 vmb av-js vvi pn31 p-acp n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord; cc (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
26 1. To forget the LORD, imports in general, to contemn the power of Religion, and with that old Fool, to say in ones heart, there is no GOD, no Judge, or Judgment to come; 1. To forget the LORD, imports in general, to contemn the power of Religion, and with that old Fool, to say in ones heart, there is no GOD, no Judge, or Judgement to come; crd p-acp vvb dt n1, vvz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d j n1, p-acp vvb p-acp pi2 n1, pc-acp vbz dx np1, dx n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
27 at least to deny Him that Honour and Worship due to His Holy and Reverend Name, and give it to Another; At least to deny Him that Honour and Worship due to His Holy and Reverend Name, and give it to another; p-acp ds pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1 cc n1 j-jn p-acp po31 j cc n-jn n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
28 to put ones trust and confidence in Creatures or Idols, the works of God's, or of Mens hands, more then the Creator, and cast his Commandments behind ones back, as if he owed no duty either to God or Man: to put ones trust and confidence in Creatures or Idols, the works of God's, or of Men's hands, more then the Creator, and cast his commandments behind ones back, as if he owed no duty either to God or Man: pc-acp vvi pig n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f npg1, cc pp-f ng2 n2, av-dc cs dt n1, cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp pig n1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd dx n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
29 It implies a stupid habitual neglect of Gods Service, which is the great business, and chief end of our Creation; It Implies a stupid habitual neglect of God's Service, which is the great business, and chief end of our Creation; pn31 vvz dt j j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, cc j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
30 when a Man immerseth himself so deep in the fruitless cares, the frothy Vanities of this World, when a Man immerseth himself so deep in the fruitless Cares, the frothy Vanities of this World, c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 av j-jn p-acp dt j n2, dt j n2 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
31 and the sinful Lusts of the Flesh, that GOD is not in all his ferious thoughts, that is, not in one of them All; but he lives and dies an Atheist, Epicure, Idolater, and the sinful Lustiest of the Flesh, that GOD is not in all his serious thoughts, that is, not in one of them All; but he lives and die an Atheist, Epicure, Idolater, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 vbz xx p-acp d po31 j n2, cst vbz, xx p-acp crd pp-f pno32 d; p-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n1, n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
32 or ungodly Infidel, and so plungeth himself, headlong into that dreadful Doom in the Psalm, The wicked shall be turned into Hell, or ungodly Infidel, and so plungeth himself, headlong into that dreadful Doom in the Psalm, The wicked shall be turned into Hell, cc j n1, cc av vvz px31, av-j p-acp cst j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
33 and all the Nations that forget GOD. and all the nations that forget GOD. cc d dt n2 cst vvb np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
34 2. To forget the LORD signifies here more especially, not to recount and value, not to be duly sensible of, 2. To forget the LORD signifies Here more especially, not to recount and valve, not to be duly sensible of, crd p-acp vvb dt n1 vvz av av-dc av-j, xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi, xx pc-acp vbi av-jn j pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
35 and truly thankful for his past or present Mercies, and Deliverances; not to lay them to heart, and call them to mind: not to suffer them to have their proper effect upon us, and truly thankful for his past or present mercies, and Deliverances; not to lay them to heart, and call them to mind: not to suffer them to have their proper Effect upon us, cc av-j j p-acp po31 j cc j n2, cc n2; xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno32 p-acp n1: xx pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vhi po32 j n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
36 when his own beloved and of late distressed People forget GOD their SAVIOUR, who brought them out of Aegypt with a high Hand, and stretched out Arm; when his own Beloved and of late distressed People forget GOD their SAVIOUR, who brought them out of Egypt with a high Hand, and stretched out Arm; c-crq po31 d vvn cc pp-f j j-vvn n1 vvb np1 po32 n1, r-crq vvd pno32 av pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvn av n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
37 who led them through the Wilderness, and fought all their battels for them, drowning some of their Enemies in the depth of the Sea, and routing all others at Land, and planted them in a good Land, in another Paradice; even the Land of Promise; a Land of Corn, Wine, and Oyl, a Land flowing with Rivers of Milk and Brooks of Honey. For them to Rebel and lift up their heel against Him merely out of wantonness, and too much Peace and Plenty, were beyond all Parallel, if not all Pardon also; who led them through the Wilderness, and fought all their battles for them, drowning Some of their Enemies in the depth of the Sea, and routing all Others At Land, and planted them in a good Land, in Another Paradise; even the Land of Promise; a Land of Corn, Wine, and Oil, a Land flowing with rivers of Milk and Brooks of Honey. For them to Rebel and lift up their heel against Him merely out of wantonness, and too much Peace and Plenty, were beyond all Parallel, if not all Pardon also; r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd d po32 n2 p-acp pno32, vvg d pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg d n2-jn p-acp n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j-jn n1; av dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31 av-j av pp-f n1, cc av d n1 cc n1, vbdr p-acp d vvi, cs xx d vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
38 for, as the Royal Prophet observes, the merciful and gracious LORD, hath so done his marvellous works, that they ought to be had in Remembrance. And therefore, for, as the Royal Prophet observes, the merciful and gracious LORD, hath so done his marvellous works, that they ought to be had in Remembrance. And Therefore, p-acp, c-acp dt j n1 vvz, dt j cc j n1, vhz av vdn po31 j n2, cst pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1. cc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
39 3. And Lastly, To discover the full strength and force of the Caution, we must fly to that usual figure in Rhetorick, whereby much more is implied then is expressed, like that of the Prophet, Can a Woman forget her sucking Child, 3. And Lastly, To discover the full strength and force of the Caution, we must fly to that usual figure in Rhetoric, whereby much more is implied then is expressed, like that of the Prophet, Can a Woman forget her sucking Child, crd cc ord, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq d dc vbz vvn av vbz vvn, av-j cst pp-f dt n1, vmb dt n1 vvi po31 j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
40 and not have compassion on the Son of her Womb? It is impossible in Nature: and not have compassion on the Son of her Womb? It is impossible in Nature: cc xx vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? pn31 vbz j p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
41 That of St. Paul, I am not ashamed of, that is, I glory in the Gospel and Cross of CHRIST, That of Saint Paul, I am not ashamed of, that is, I glory in the Gospel and Cross of CHRIST, cst pp-f n1 np1, pns11 vbm xx j pp-f, cst vbz, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc j pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
42 albeit the wise Greeks account it Foolishness; or that of the holy Psalmist; — If I forget thee ô Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning; albeit the wise Greeks account it Foolishness; or that of the holy Psalmist; — If I forget thee o Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning; cs dt j np1 vvi pn31 n1; cc d pp-f dt j n1; — cs pns11 vvb pno21 uh np1, vvb po11 j-jn n1 vvi po31 n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
43 if I do not remember thee, then let my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth; if I do not Remember thee, then let my tongue cleave to the roof of my Mouth; cs pns11 vdb xx vvi pno21, av vvb po11 n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
44 the sweet singer of Israel wisheth his curious right hand useless, and his graceful Tongue disabled from chanting any more Hallelujahs to his Harp, if (instead of forgetting) He doth not prefer Jerusalem's distress above his own chiefest Delight and Joy. the sweet singer of Israel wishes his curious right hand useless, and his graceful Tongue disabled from chanting any more Hallelujahs to his Harp, if (instead of forgetting) He does not prefer Jerusalem's distress above his own chiefest Delight and Joy. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvz po31 j j-jn n1 j, cc po31 j n1 vvn p-acp vvg d av-dc n2 p-acp po31 vvb, cs (av pp-f vvg) pns31 vdz xx vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po31 d js-jn n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
45 Then beware lest thou forget the LORD: Then beware lest thou forget the LORD: av vvi cs pns21 vvb dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
46 That is, be sure that thou remember to love and honour him in the day of thy Prosperity for then thou hast all the reason in the world, and the; That is, be sure that thou Remember to love and honour him in the day of thy Prosperity for then thou hast all the reason in the world, and thee; cst vbz, vbb j cst pns21 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp cs pns21 vh2 d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
47 strongest obligations imaginable, to praise and glorifie his holy Name, and that not in Word and Tongue only, saying GOD be thanked, the LORD be praised; (though that sounds well) but indeed and in Truth also, as that dying Roman said to his Friend, Quae voluerit meminisse, quae mandaverit exequi. Strongest obligations imaginable, to praise and Glorify his holy Name, and that not in Word and Tongue only, saying GOD be thanked, the LORD be praised; (though that sounds well) but indeed and in Truth also, as that dying Roman said to his Friend, Quae voluerit Meminisse, Quae mandaverit exequi. js n2 j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 j n1, cc d xx p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j, vvg np1 vbb vvn, dt n1 vbb vvn; (cs d n2 av) p-acp av cc p-acp n1 av, p-acp d j-vvg np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
48 — To remember his Will and Pleasure, and do all his Commands. For to be truly thankful to GOD is certainly to love him: — To Remember his Will and Pleasure, and do all his Commands. For to be truly thankful to GOD is Certainly to love him: — p-acp vvb po31 n1 cc n1, cc vdb d po31 vvz. p-acp pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp np1 vbz av-j p-acp vvb pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
49 and if ye love me, keep my Commandments, saith the LORD. and if you love me, keep my commandments, Says the LORD. cc cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb po11 n2, vvz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
50 And yet after all, that Jeshurun waxing fat in her fresh Pasture, grew sturdy and restiff, And yet After all, that Jeshurun waxing fat in her fresh Pasture, grew sturdy and restiff, cc av p-acp d, cst vvb j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vvd j cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
51 and Kicked against her Feeder, and most shamefully forgot the Lord her Redemer, appears by the Writings of the Prophets, as a Cloud of Witnesses, as also by those stupendious Showers of Judgments which fell upon them, according to the Predictions of those Prophets; and lastly by their utter Extirpation, and Kicked against her Feeder, and most shamefully forgotten the Lord her Redeemer, appears by the Writings of the prophets, as a Cloud of Witnesses, as also by those stupendious Showers of Judgments which fell upon them, according to the Predictions of those prophets; and lastly by their utter Extirpation, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av-ds av-j vvn dt n1 po31 n1, vvz p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp av p-acp d j n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vvd p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2; cc ord p-acp po32 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
52 and Destruction, their being Blotted out of the List of Nations for Crucifying the Lord of Life, and Killing their only Lord and Saviour. and Destruction, their being Blotted out of the List of nations for Crucifying the Lord of Life, and Killing their only Lord and Saviour. cc n1, po32 vbg vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg po32 j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
53 For to this day they are under a Curse, they are Vagabonds over all the Earth, they are no People, they have no Laws or Government, no King in Israel, neither God nor Man. For to this day they Are under a Curse, they Are Vagabonds over all the Earth, they Are no People, they have no Laws or Government, no King in Israel, neither God nor Man. p-acp p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vbr dx n1, pns32 vhb dx n2 cc n1, dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 ccx n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
54 Which things happened unto them for Ensamples (says St. Paul ) and are written, that is, left upon Record Chiefly, for our Admonition upon whom the Ends of the World are come. Which things happened unto them for Ensamples (Says Saint Paul) and Are written, that is, left upon Record Chiefly, for our Admonition upon whom the Ends of the World Are come. r-crq n2 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 (zz n1 np1) cc vbr vvn, cst vbz, vvn p-acp n1 av-jn, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
55 And therefore lest we should tread in their Ungracious Steps, and forget the Lord when we are full fed with his Manifold Mercies; And Therefore lest we should tread in their Ungracious Steps, and forget the Lord when we Are full fed with his Manifold mercies; cc av cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po32 j vvz, cc vvb dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp po31 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
56 lest we should tempt Christ, as some of them also tempted, and be Destroyed of the Destroyer; lest we should tempt christ, as Some of them also tempted, and be Destroyed of the Destroyer; cs pns12 vmd vvi np1, c-acp d pp-f pno32 av vvn, cc vbi vvn pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
57 lest our Iniquity also should be our Ruine; I proceed, 2ly. To back and Inforce this seasonable Caution with some proper Arguments or Confiderations, that it may make the deeper Impression upon all our Spirits. And, lest our Iniquity also should be our Ruin; I proceed, 2ly. To back and Enforce this seasonable Caution with Some proper Arguments or Considerations, that it may make the Deeper Impression upon all our Spirits. And, cs po12 n1 av vmd vbi po12 n1; pns11 vvb, av-j. p-acp n1 cc vvb d j n1 p-acp d j n2 cc n2, cst pn31 vmb vvi dt jc-jn n1 p-acp d po12 n2. np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
58 1. Consider we that by forgetting GOD and growing careless of his Laws in the midst of our temporal Felicities, we provoke the best Friend we have to become our professed Enemy. 1. Consider we that by forgetting GOD and growing careless of his Laws in the midst of our temporal Felicities, we provoke the best Friend we have to become our professed Enemy. crd np1 pns12 d p-acp vvg np1 cc vvg j pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2, pns12 vvb dt js n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi po12 j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
59 For they draw not GODS Attributes to the Life and Truth, who allow him only Mercy for a Penitent, For they draw not GOD'S Attributes to the Life and Truth, who allow him only Mercy for a Penitent, p-acp pns32 vvb xx npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb pno31 av-j n1 p-acp dt n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
60 and no Justice at all for a Presumptuous Sinner. and no justice At all for a Presumptuous Sinner. cc dx n1 p-acp d c-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
61 They are more False Prophets then Balaam himself, who would stretch the Words of his Parable to signifie, that GOD doth not behold, but Connive at all manner of Iniquity in the beloved Jacob, because he saw none there at that time, that cried loud enough for Speedy and Publick Vengeance, which is the undoubted meaning of that Place. No; They Are more False prophets then balaam himself, who would stretch the Words of his Parable to signify, that GOD does not behold, but Connive At all manner of Iniquity in the Beloved Jacob, Because he saw none there At that time, that cried loud enough for Speedy and Public Vengeance, which is the undoubted meaning of that Place. No; pns32 vbr av-dc j n2 av np1 px31, r-crq vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vdz xx vvi, p-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvn np1, c-acp pns31 vvd pix a-acp p-acp d n1, cst vvd av-j av-d p-acp j cc j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1. uh-dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
62 GOD is not so fond of any of his Servants, as to be in love with their Follies: GOD is not so found of any of his Servants, as to be in love with their Follies: np1 vbz xx av j pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
63 The dearest Child he hath must tast of the Rod if he deserve it. The dearest Child he hath must taste of the Rod if he deserve it. dt js-jn n1 pns31 vhz vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 cs pns31 vvb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
64 David was indeed a Man after GODS own heart in other things, but yet his Murder and Adultery were Damnable Sins for all that, David was indeed a Man After GOD'S own heart in other things, but yet his Murder and Adultery were Damnable Sins for all that, np1 vbds av dt n1 p-acp npg1 d n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp av po31 vvb cc n1 vbdr j n2 p-acp d d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
65 as he had found by woful Experience, if he had not carefully washed them away with his own Penitent Tears, more Richly Influenced with his Redeemers Blood. St. Peter was a Man of Undaunted Courage, as he had found by woeful Experience, if he had not carefully washed them away with his own Penitent Tears, more Richly Influenced with his Redeemer's Blood. Saint Peter was a Man of Undaunted Courage, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp j n1, cs pns31 vhd xx av-j vvn pno32 av p-acp po31 d j-jn n2, av-dc av-j vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1. n1 np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
66 and most forward Faith at other times, but yet there is no excuse to be made for his denying his Lord and Master, and most forward Faith At other times, but yet there is no excuse to be made for his denying his Lord and Master, cc av-ds av-j n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 vvg po31 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 6
67 and that with an Oath, saying, I know not the Man. Israel was once GODS Elect peculiar People of all others, Engraven upon the Palms of his Hands, and kept as the Apple of his Eye, (so tender he was of them) but all this while their Sins were written with a Pen of Iron, and the point of a Diamond, saith the Prophet, to shew that the Memory of them was lasting, and that with an Oath, saying, I know not the Man. Israel was once GOD'S Elect peculiar People of all Others, Engraven upon the Palms of his Hands, and kept as the Apple of his Eye, (so tender he was of them) but all this while their Sins were written with a Pen of Iron, and the point of a Diamond, Says the Prophet, to show that the Memory of them was lasting, cc cst p-acp dt n1, vvg, pns11 vvb xx dt n1 np1 vbds c-acp npg1 j-vvn j n1 pp-f d n2-jn, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (av j pns31 vbds pp-f pno32) p-acp d d n1 po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbds vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
68 and they so far from being winked at, that they were more surely and speedily punished, and they so Far from being winked At, that they were more surely and speedily punished, cc pns32 av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp, cst pns32 vbdr av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
69 then if they had been Aliens. Witness the many Woes and Threats, Judgments and Curses discharged upon them at divers times; then if they had been Aliens. Witness the many Woes and Treats, Judgments and Curses discharged upon them At diverse times; av cs pns32 vhd vbn n2-jn. vvb dt d n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
70 such as Pestilence and Famine, Blasting and Mildew, the Sword, the Fiery Serpents, the Heavens sometimes as Iron, the Earth as Brass. Because my People hath forgotten me, I will scatter them as with an East-Wind before the Enemy; such as Pestilence and Famine, Blasting and Mildew, the Sword, the Fiery Serpents, the Heavens sometime as Iron, the Earth as Brass. Because my People hath forgotten me, I will scatter them as with an East wind before the Enemy; d c-acp n1 cc n1, vvg cc n1, dt n1, dt j n2, dt n2 av p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp n1. p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
71 I will shew them the Back, and not the Face in the day of their Calamity, Jerem. 18. And again, I will be unto them as a Lyon, I will show them the Back, and not the Face in the day of their Calamity, Jeremiah 18. And again, I will be unto them as a lion, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1, cc xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, np1 crd cc av, pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
72 or a Leopard, as a Bear bereaved of her Whelps: or a Leopard, as a Bear bereft of her Whelps: cc dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
73 I will Rent the Cawl of their hearts, and Devour them like a Lyon, saith the LORD, Hos. 13. All this to that Beloved People. So that however Vain Men may fancy, that their being of the Number of GODS Elect, and in a State of Grace, is a sufficient Patent or Priviledge to excuse their Sins, I will Rend the Cawl of their hearts, and Devour them like a lion, Says the LORD, Hos. 13. All this to that beloved People. So that however Vain Men may fancy, that their being of the Number of GOD'S Elect, and in a State of Grace, is a sufficient Patent or Privilege to excuse their Sins, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvb pno32 av-j dt n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd av-d d p-acp d vvn n1. av cst a-acp j n2 vmb vvi, cst po32 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
74 yet the Case is clear that they deceive themselves herein, although they be (if 'twere possible) of the very Elect. For be he Jew or Christian, be he Saint or Angel, that Forgets his GOD, he thereby Forfeits his Favour and Friendship, yet the Case is clear that they deceive themselves herein, although they be (if 'twere possible) of the very Elect. For be he Jew or Christian, be he Saint or Angel, that Forgets his GOD, he thereby Forfeits his Favour and Friendship, av dt n1 vbz j cst pns32 vvb px32 av, cs pns32 vbi (cs pn31|vbdr j) pp-f dt av np1 p-acp vbb pns31 np1 cc np1, vbb pns31 n1 cc n1, cst vvz po31 np1, pns31 av vvz po31 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
75 and Incurrs his utmost Enmity and Wrath; and Incurs his utmost Enmity and Wrath; cc vvz po31 j n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
76 he loseth the Light of his Countenance, and makes the Sun of Righteousness appear to him in no other, he loses the Light of his Countenance, and makes the Sun of Righteousness appear to him in no other, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dx j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
77 then that Terrible shape of a Consuming Fire. This Argument alone, methinks, should be strong enough to drive the Nail home; then that Terrible shape of a Consuming Fire. This Argument alone, methinks, should be strong enough to drive the Nail home; av cst j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. d n1 av-j, vvz, vmd vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-an; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
78 beware lest thou forget the LORD, for thereby thou wilt make him thine Enemy; and a Potent Enemy he is, worthy of all thy fear: beware lest thou forget the LORD, for thereby thou wilt make him thine Enemy; and a Potent Enemy he is, worthy of all thy Fear: vvb cs pns21 vvb dt n1, p-acp av pns21 vm2 vvi pno31 po21 n1; cc dt j n1 pns31 vbz, j pp-f d po21 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
79 For he can Torment thee with a thousand Plagues here, and then Cast both Body and Soul into the Nethermost Hell hereafter. For he can Torment thee with a thousand Plagues Here, and then Cast both Body and Soul into the Nethermost Hell hereafter. c-acp pns31 vmb n1 pno21 p-acp dt crd n2 av, cc av vvb d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
80 2. Consider that to forget GOD when we are Daily Loaden with his Blessings, would argue us extreamly disingenuous, 2. Consider that to forget GOD when we Are Daily Loaded with his Blessings, would argue us extremely disingenuous, crd np1 cst p-acp vvb np1 c-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2, vmd vvi pno12 av-jn j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
81 and basely Ingrateful, the most detestable Name of all others; call me that, and call me worse if you can. and basely Ingrateful, the most detestable Name of all Others; call me that, and call me Worse if you can. cc av-j j, dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d n2-jn; vvb pno11 d, cc vvb pno11 av-jc cs pn22 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
82 A Name that Nature it self abhors: A Name that Nature it self abhors: dt vvb cst n1 pn31 n1 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
83 For, not to mention the Stork (that Famous Symbol of Piety,) very Lyons and Wolves, Tygers, For, not to mention the Stork (that Famous Symbol of Piety,) very Lyons and Wolves, Tigers, c-acp, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 (cst j n1 pp-f n1,) j n2 cc n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
84 and Bears are Civil and Grateful to their own Parents and Relatives. and Bears Are Civil and Grateful to their own Parents and Relatives. cc n2 vbr j cc j p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
85 Only the Noble and Rational Creature that calls himself Man, in this exceeds the very Beasts that Perish: That he is sometimes Ingrateful to his own Kind, oftner to his King, but most of all to his most Gracious GOD. Only the Noble and Rational Creature that calls himself Man, in this exceeds the very Beasts that Perish: That he is sometime Ingrateful to his own Kind, oftener to his King, but most of all to his most Gracious GOD. j dt j cc j n1 cst vvz px31 n1, p-acp d vvz dt j n2 cst vvb: cst pns31 vbz av j p-acp po31 d j, av-c p-acp po31 n1, p-acp ds pp-f d p-acp po31 av-ds j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
86 Insomuch that the Almighty doth, as it were, Challenge the whole Creation to Match or Vie with his Unworthyness, Isa. 1. Hear O, Heavens, and give ear O Earth! for the LORD hath spoken; Insomuch that the Almighty does, as it were, Challenge the Whole Creation to Match or Vie with his Unworthiness, Isaiah 1. Hear Oh, Heavens, and give ear Oh Earth! for the LORD hath spoken; av cst dt j-jn vdz, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd vvb uh, n2, cc vvb n1 uh n1! p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
87 I have nourished and brought up Children, and they have Rebelled against me. I have nourished and brought up Children, and they have Rebelled against me. pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn a-acp n2, cc pns32 vhb vvd p-acp pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
88 The Complaint is of Israel still, the peculiar People, and may it be peculiar to them alone; The Complaint is of Israel still, the peculiar People, and may it be peculiar to them alone; dt n1 vbz pp-f np1 av, dt j n1, cc vmb pn31 vbi j p-acp pno32 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
89 but let it not be told in Gath, nor published in the Streets of Askelon, that we should ever deserve that unnatural Brand and most odieus Name of Ingrateful Christians. but let it not be told in Gaza, nor published in the Streets of Ashkelon, that we should ever deserve that unnatural Brand and most odieus Name of Ingrateful Christians. p-acp vvi pn31 xx vbi vvn p-acp np1, ccx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmd av vvi d j n1 cc ds n2 vvb pp-f j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
90 3. Consider the Ʋncertainty of our present happiness and Halcyon Days of Peace and Plenty. For GOD lets no Leases for Lives in dispensing his Temporal Blessings: 3. Consider the Ʋncertainty of our present happiness and Halcyon Days of Peace and Plenty. For GOD lets no Leases for Lives in dispensing his Temporal Blessings: crd np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc n1 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. p-acp np1 vvz dx n2 p-acp vvz p-acp vvg po31 j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
91 We are all but Tenants at will, and may be turn'd out of all, and Beggar'd at his Pleasure. We Are all but Tenants At will, and may be turned out of all, and Beggared At his Pleasure. pns12 vbr d cc-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi vvn av pp-f d, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
92 There is, ye know, a natural Vicissitude of things: There is, you know, a natural Vicissitude of things: pc-acp vbz, pn22 vvb, dt j n1 pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
93 The whole World is ever turning Round, Day and Night, Summer and Winter have their mutual Courses. The Whole World is ever turning Round, Day and Night, Summer and Winter have their mutual Courses. dt j-jn n1 vbz av vvg av-j, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vhb po32 j vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
94 The most Glorious Day is shut up with a pitchy Night, a dull, uncouth Winter usually follows the most Sprightly Summer; The most Glorious Day is shut up with a pitchy Night, a dull, uncouth Winter usually follows the most Sprightly Summer; dt av-ds j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt j, j n1 av-j vvz dt av-ds j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
95 nay, the Sun is oft sequester'd of his Noon day Glory by a little Cloud appearing first like a Mans hand, but afterwards shewing it self to be more like the Hand of him who sometimes makes Darkness his Pavilion, though he ever dwells in in accessible Light. nay, the Sun is oft sequestered of his Noon day Glory by a little Cloud appearing First like a men hand, but afterwards showing it self to be more like the Hand of him who sometime makes Darkness his Pavilion, though he ever dwells in in accessible Light. uh-x, dt n1 vbz av vvn pp-f po31 n1 n1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvg ord vvb dt ng1 n1, p-acp av vvg pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc av-j dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq av vvz n1 po31 n1, c-acp pns31 av vvz p-acp p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
96 A very lively Emblem of the Instability of all humane affairs, which admit of as much change of Weather, as Nature it self. A very lively Emblem of the Instability of all humane affairs, which admit of as much change of Weather, as Nature it self. dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vvb pp-f p-acp d vvb pp-f n1, c-acp n1 pn31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
97 For there is seldom one Sun-shine day of Peace, but a Cloud rises in the midst on't, from whence the Thunder and Lightning of Fatal Wars breaks out of a sudden; For there is seldom one Sunshine day of Peace, but a Cloud rises in the midst oned, from whence the Thunder and Lightning of Fatal Wars breaks out of a sudden; p-acp pc-acp vbz av crd n1 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp|pn31, p-acp c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 vvz av pp-f dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
98 however Night is drawing on, and will at length overtake us, and then all our Joys and Comforts will suffer a more continued Interruption, perhaps be totally Eclipsed by Trouble and Misery. however Night is drawing on, and will At length overtake us, and then all our Joys and Comforts will suffer a more continued Interruption, perhaps be totally Eclipsed by Trouble and Misery. c-acp n1 vbz vvg a-acp, cc vmb p-acp n1 vvb pno12, cc av d po12 n2 cc n2 vmb vvi dt av-dc j-vvn n1, av vbb av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
99 Nulla sors longa &, dolor est voluptas invicem cedunt, brevior voluptas, says the excellent Tragedian; no condition of Life here, not the best is fixed and immutable: Nulla sors Longam &, dolour est voluptas invicem cedunt, Brevior voluptas, Says the excellent Tragedian; no condition of Life Here, not the best is fixed and immutable: fw-la ng2 zf cc, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la, vvz dt j n1; dx n1 pp-f n1 av, xx dt js vbz vvn cc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
100 Sorrow and Joy take their turns, (there going commonly a whole day of Trouble to one hour of Joy) and the Stars in their Courses fight either for, Sorrow and Joy take their turns, (there going commonly a Whole day of Trouble to one hour of Joy) and the Stars in their Courses fight either for, n1 cc n1 vvi po32 n2, (pc-acp vvg av-j dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1) cc dt n2 p-acp po32 vvz vvi av-d p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
101 or against us according as we demean our selves. or against us according as we demean our selves. cc p-acp pno12 p-acp a-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
102 Beloved, our Memories are treacherous indeed, if we have quite forgotten the severe Discipline GOD hath of late Years exercised upon this City, and this Sinful Nation, Chiefly by the devouring Sword, the Raging Pestilence, and the Consuming Fire; for all which we ought to lay our hands upon our Mouths, and acknowledg them as just Judgments upon us for our forgetting GOD in the midst of our Jollity. beloved, our Memories Are treacherous indeed, if we have quite forgotten the severe Discipline GOD hath of late years exercised upon this city, and this Sinful nation, Chiefly by the devouring Sword, the Raging Pestilence, and the Consuming Fire; for all which we ought to lay our hands upon our Mouths, and acknowledge them as just Judgments upon us for our forgetting GOD in the midst of our Jollity. vvn, po12 n2 vbr j av, cs pns12 vhb av vvn dt j n1 np1 vhz pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp d n1, cc d j n1, av-jn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j-vvg n1; p-acp d r-crq pns12 vmd p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 vvg np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
103 Those Storms (through Mercy) are at present over, and we in a very great Calm; we enjoy more Temporal Felicities (if we would see it) then even heart could wish, as the Psalmist speaks; Those Storms (through Mercy) Are At present over, and we in a very great Cam; we enjoy more Temporal Felicities (if we would see it) then even heart could wish, as the Psalmist speaks; d n2 (p-acp n1) vbr p-acp j p-acp, cc pns12 p-acp dt j j j-jn; pns12 vvb av-dc j n2 (cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31) av av n1 vmd vvi, p-acp dt n1 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
104 though we hear of nothing but Wars, and Rumours of Wars abroad, yet we are not troubled at home, (bating our own groundless Jealousies, though we hear of nothing but Wars, and Rumours of Wars abroad, yet we Are not troubled At home, (bating our own groundless Jealousies, cs pns12 vvb pp-f pix cc-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f n2 av, av pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1-an, (vvg po12 d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
105 and Superstitious Fears) farther then to sit down quietly under our own Vines and Fig-trees, and Reap the Fruit of GODS Blessing upon our own Labours. and Superstitious Fears) farther then to fit down quietly under our own Vines and Figtrees, and Reap the Fruit of GOD'S Blessing upon our own Labours. cc j n2) jc av p-acp vvb a-acp av-jn p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po12 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
106 GOD hath marveluosly turned our great Captivity long ago, as the Rivers in the South: He hath ever since given us Beauty for Ashes, The Oyl of Joy for Sorrow, GOD hath marveluosly turned our great Captivity long ago, as the rivers in the South: He hath ever since given us Beauty for Ashes, The Oil of Joy for Sorrow, np1 vhz av-j vvn po12 j n1 av-j av, p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1: pns31 vhz av c-acp vvn pno12 n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
107 and the Garment of Praise for the Spirit of Heaviness. All the danger is, lest we also grow sick of Israels Disease: and the Garment of Praise for the Spirit of Heaviness. All the danger is, lest we also grow sick of Israel's Disease: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. d dt n1 vbz, cs pns12 av vvb j pp-f npg1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
108 Lest we become proud and presumptuous, wax wanton, and careless of paying him due Returns, Lest we become proud and presumptuous, wax wanton, and careless of paying him due Returns, cs pns12 vvb j cc j, vvb j-jn, cc j pp-f vvg pno31 j-jn vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
109 and so make our own Tables a Snare, our very Blessings a Curse. GOD doth not intend to kill us with his Kindnesses; but, and so make our own Tables a Snare, our very Blessings a Curse. GOD does not intend to kill us with his Kindnesses; but, cc av vvb po12 d n2 dt n1, po12 j n2 dt vvb. np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp po31 n2; p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
110 if we know not when we are well; if we can't wield and manage a full and prosperous Estate; if we know not when we Are well; if we can't wield and manage a full and prosperous Estate; cs pns12 vvb xx c-crq pns12 vbr av; cs pns12 vmb|pn31 vvb cc vvi dt j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
111 if nothing but a Furnace will melt us into Tears, and purge away our Dross and Follies, (wretched Dust as we are!) into the Furnace we must go again even until seven times: The Scene will certainly alter in a Moment, the Wheel of things turn quite round, and the end of our sorrows, be far worse then the beginning. if nothing but a Furnace will melt us into Tears, and purge away our Dross and Follies, (wretched Dust as we Are!) into the Furnace we must go again even until seven times: The Scene will Certainly altar in a Moment, the Wheel of things turn quite round, and the end of our sorrows, be Far Worse then the beginning. cs pix cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n2, cc vvi av po12 n1 cc n2, (j n1 c-acp pns12 vbr!) p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi av av c-acp crd n2: dt n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb av av-j, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbb av-j av-jc cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
112 Then let not the Pride of thine Heart deceive thee, O Man, and say not thou, who shall disturb me when I am at rest in my Possessions, or Transgressions; for though thou exalt thy self as an Eagle, and set thy Nest among the Stars, Then let not the Pride of thine Heart deceive thee, Oh Man, and say not thou, who shall disturb me when I am At rest in my Possessions, or Transgressions; for though thou exalt thy self as an Eagl, and Set thy Nest among the Stars, av vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vvi pno21, uh n1, cc vvb xx pns21, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm p-acp vvb p-acp po11 n2, cc n2; p-acp cs pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
113 yet thence will I bring thee down saith the LORD Obad. v. 4. 4. Consider the many solemn Vows and Promises we offered up to GOD in our distress, to make our Prayers for deliverance effectual and succesful; yet thence will I bring thee down Says the LORD Obadiah v. 4. 4. Consider the many solemn Vows and Promises we offered up to GOD in our distress, to make our Prayers for deliverance effectual and successful; av av vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp vvz dt n1 np1 n1 crd crd np1 dt d j n2 cc vvz pns12 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
114 for they will all be required at our hands, as so many further Obligations we freely laid upon our selves, not to forget the LORD in the day of our Rejoycing. for they will all be required At our hands, as so many further Obligations we freely laid upon our selves, not to forget the LORD in the day of our Rejoicing. c-acp pns32 vmb d vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, c-acp av d jc n2 pns12 av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2, xx p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 10
115 It is the Natural effect of Adversity to make Men consider, and grow Wiser: To come to themselves, to their right Wits, like the Prodigal reduced to his last husk. No Lectures of Morality make such Impression, It is the Natural Effect of Adversity to make Men Consider, and grow Wiser: To come to themselves, to their right Wits, like the Prodigal reduced to his last husk. No Lectures of Morality make such Impression, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvb, cc vvi jc: p-acp vvb p-acp px32, p-acp po32 j-jn n2, av-j dt j-jn vvn p-acp po31 ord n1. av-dx n2 pp-f n1 vvi d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 10
116 as those that are back'd with the Rod of Affliction; no Law compels and forces its own Execution, like that of Necessity, which makes us say proverbially, that hath no Law against it. as those that Are backed with the Rod of Affliction; no Law compels and forces its own Execution, like that of Necessity, which makes us say proverbially, that hath not Law against it. c-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; dx n1 vvz cc vvz po31 d n1, av-j cst pp-f n1, r-crq vvz pno12 vvi av-j, cst vhz xx n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
117 I remember Lactantius observes well that the very Pagans themselves when Scourged with depopulating Wars, Contagious Diseases, unusual droughts, great Rains, Inundations, Storms, Hurricans, I Remember Lactantius observes well that the very Pagans themselves when Scourged with depopulating Wars, Contagious Diseases, unusual droughts, great Rains, Inundations, Storms, Hurricanes, pns11 vvb np1 vvz av cst dt j n2-jn px32 c-crq vvn p-acp vvg n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, n2, n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
118 or any other grievous publick Calamity, fall down on their knees presently to the GOD of Heaven, or any other grievous public Calamity, fallen down on their knees presently to the GOD of Heaven, cc d j-jn j j n1, vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2 av-j p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
119 and invoke him earnestly and unanimously, with Prayers and Tears to divert and remove his Judgment from them. and invoke him earnestly and unanimously, with Prayers and Tears to divert and remove his Judgement from them. cc vvb pno31 av-j cc av-j, p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
120 To which he adds, if any of them be reduced to extream Poverty, and forced to beg his Bread from Door to Door, he makes use of the Name of GOD, To which he adds, if any of them be reduced to extreme Poverty, and forced to beg his Bred from Door to Door, he makes use of the Name of GOD, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cs d pp-f pno32 vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
121 as the most powerful Argument of his Petition, beseeching Men for GODS sake to have pitty and Compassion on Him. But then (as he goes on) postquàm metus deser uit &c. So soon as ever they are well rid of that danger, Fear, as the most powerful Argument of his Petition, beseeching Men for GOD'S sake to have pity and Compassion on Him. But then (as he Goes on) postquàm metus desert uit etc. So soon as ever they Are well rid of that danger, fear, c-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f po31 vvb, vvg n2 p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. p-acp av (c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp) fw-la fw-la n1 fw-fr av av av c-acp av pns32 vbr av vvn pp-f d n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
122 or Misery, they return in whole Shoals to the CONƲENTICLES of their Idol Gods, and Sacrifice all the time of their Prosperity to them; Lact. Lib. 2. Divin. Instit. or Misery, they return in Whole Shoals to the CONƲENTICLES of their Idol God's, and Sacrifice all the time of their Prosperity to them; Lactantius Lib. 2. Divine. Institutio cc n1, pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 n2, cc n1 d dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno32; np1 np1 crd np1. np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
123 These were professed Heathen, but what shall we say, if some pretended Christians are not ashamed to Act the same part, or something very like it. These were professed Heathen, but what shall we say, if Some pretended Christians Are not ashamed to Act the same part, or something very like it. d vbdr vvn j-jn, p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cs d j-vvn np1 vbr xx j p-acp n1 dt d n1, cc pi av av-j pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
124 I might bring in the Merchant in a Storm, who will offer freely even to half, nay all his Estate to Charitable uses (rather then fail) provided he may have his Life for a prey: I might bring in the Merchant in a Storm, who will offer freely even to half, nay all his Estate to Charitable uses (rather then fail) provided he may have his Life for a prey: pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi av-j av p-acp j-jn, uh d po31 n1 p-acp j n2 (av-c cs vvi) vvd pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 11
125 Skin for Skin will he venture for that; Skin for Skin will he venture for that; n1 p-acp n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 11
126 but when that danger is once over and he got safe a Shore, he forfeits his Vow, and cheats his GOD, by making some three-penny Largess or pitiful Alms to serve the turn. but when that danger is once over and he god safe a Shore, he forfeits his Voelli, and cheats his GOD, by making Some threepenny Largess or pitiful Alms to serve the turn. cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz a-acp a-acp cc pns31 vvd av-j dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 vvb, cc vvz po31 np1, p-acp vvg d n1 n1 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 11
127 Or I might tell you at large of the Woman in Travail, who goes for a pure Saint, a Seraphick Votress, whilst the pangs of Death are upon her, Or I might tell you At large of the Woman in Travail, who Goes for a pure Saint, a Seraphic Votress, while the pangs of Death Are upon her, cc pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp j pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 11
128 but soon after her more formal then hearty Acknowledgments, she utterly forgets that great, though common Deliverance. but soon After her more formal then hearty Acknowledgments, she utterly forgets that great, though Common Deliverance. cc-acp av c-acp po31 av-dc j cs j n2, pns31 av-j vvz cst j, cs j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
129 But I shall only instance in the Man thrown into a Malignant Feaver by his own intemperance, But I shall only instance in the Man thrown into a Malignant Fever by his own intemperance, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
130 when the Disease grows upon him, and begins to prey upon his Vitals, insomuch that his ablest Physicians halt between two opinions, whether he will Live, when the Disease grows upon him, and begins to prey upon his Vitals, insomuch that his Ablest Physicians halt between two opinions, whither he will Live, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2-j, av cst po31 js n2 vvb p-acp crd n2, cs pns31 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
131 or Die, and himself finds small hopes of Recovery from within; or Die, and himself finds small hope's of Recovery from within; cc vvb, cc px31 vvz j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
132 Oh! what Sighs and Groans are fetcht from the very bottom of his Heart! what earnest Prayers, what loud indefatigable Expostulations proceed out of his Mouth! what an importunate Suit doth he present before the Throne of Grace, that he may be spared a little, little while, and have space to Repent before he go hence, and be no more seen! Oh! what Sighs and Groans Are fetched from the very bottom of his Heart! what earnest Prayers, what loud indefatigable Expostulations proceed out of his Mouth! what an importunate Suit does he present before the Throne of Grace, that he may be spared a little, little while, and have Molle to repent before he go hence, and be no more seen! uh q-crq n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1! q-crq j n2, r-crq av-j j n2 vvb av pp-f po31 n1! r-crq dt j n1 vdz pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn dt j, j n1, cc vhb n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvb av, cc vbi av-dx av-dc vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
133 what Golden Promises doth he freely pass, what warm Protestations doth he make of his speedy Conversion! Oh that I could but escape this one approaching Fiery Fit! I would most certainly become a New Man; I would Correct the dangerous Errors of my Ways, Contemn the little Lusts and Vanities of the World, what Golden Promises does he freely pass, what warm Protestations does he make of his speedy Conversion! O that I could but escape this one approaching Fiery Fit! I would most Certainly become a New Man; I would Correct the dangerous Errors of my Ways, Contemn the little Lustiest and Vanities of the World, q-crq j vvz vdz pns31 av-j vvi, r-crq j n2 vdz pns31 vvi pp-f po31 j n1! uh cst pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi d pi vvg j j! pns11 vmd av-ds av-j vvi dt j n1; pns11 vmd vvi dt j n2 pp-f po11 n2, vvb dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
134 and serve my GOD with all my Heart, with all my Soul, and all my Strength. Sweet JESUS grant me but this one Request, try me once more; and serve my GOD with all my Heart, with all my Soul, and all my Strength. Sweet JESUS grant me but this one Request, try me once more; cc vvi po11 np1 p-acp d po11 n1, p-acp d po11 n1, cc d po11 n1. j np1 vvb pno11 p-acp d crd n1, vvb pno11 a-acp av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
135 and if I be not henceforth a Reformed Man, I ask no more Mercy; then let me die the Death! and if I be not henceforth a Reformed Man, I ask no more Mercy; then let me die the Death! cc cs pns11 vbb xx av dt vvn n1, pns11 vvb av-dx dc n1; av vvb pno11 vvb dt n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
136 Truly the Man speaks well, and who would not believe that he is in Earnest? considering they are (for ought he knows) the last words he is to say. Truly the Man speaks well, and who would not believe that he is in Earnest? considering they Are (for ought he knows) the last words he is to say. av-j dt n1 vvz av, cc r-crq vmd xx vvi cst pns31 vbz p-acp j? vvg pns32 vbr (c-acp pi pns31 vvz) dt ord n2 pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
137 Well! the Almighty hears, and is overcome by his importunity: Well! the Almighty hears, and is overcome by his importunity: uh dt j-jn vvz, cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
138 He restores his Health and Strength beyond all humane expectation, and renews the Lease of his Life for many, very many Years. He restores his Health and Strength beyond all humane expectation, and renews the Lease of his Life for many, very many years. pns31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d, av d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
139 — Now is it possible for this Man to be worse then his word? I am afraid — No; — Now is it possible for this Man to be Worse then his word? I am afraid — No; — av vbz pn31 j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi jc cs po31 n1? pns11 vbm j — uh-dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
140 I am ashamed to tell you, but rather refer it to your own daily and sad Experience. Yet thus much I must needs say, that if after all this, he Relapse into his former wicked Life, he is Ʋnjust, as well as Ingrateful to his GOD, I am ashamed to tell you, but rather refer it to your own daily and sad Experience. Yet thus much I must needs say, that if After all this, he Relapse into his former wicked Life, he is Ʋnjust, as well as Ingrateful to his GOD, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn22, cc-acp av-c vvb pn31 p-acp po22 d j cc j vvb. av av av-d pns11 vmb av vvi, cst cs p-acp d d, pns31 n1 p-acp po31 j j n1, pns31 vbz j-u, c-acp av c-acp j p-acp po31 np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
141 and the last Estate of that Man must needs be far worse then the first. and the last Estate of that Man must needs be Far Worse then the First. cc dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 vmb av vbi av-j av-jc cs dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
142 Which that it may never be Verified of any of us, I befeech you let us call to mind the time past, Which that it may never be Verified of any of us, I befeech you let us call to mind the time past, r-crq d pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn pp-f d pp-f pno12, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
143 and seriously reflect upon the Sacred Resolutions we took, and Solemn Promises we made to GOD in our extreme distress, and seriously reflect upon the Sacred Resolutions we took, and Solemn Promises we made to GOD in our extreme distress, cc av-j vvb p-acp dt j n2 pns12 vvd, cc j vvz pns12 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
144 and be careful with DAVID to pay all our Vows unto the most High. and be careful with DAVID to pay all our Vows unto the most High. cc vbi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 p-acp dt av-ds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
145 5. Lastly, Consider we the true Reasons that moved GOD to turn our Captivity, pluck down Enemies and Oppressors, 5. Lastly, Consider we the true Reasons that moved GOD to turn our Captivity, pluck down Enemies and Oppressors's, crd ord, vvb pns12 dt j n2 cst vvd np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, vvb a-acp n2 cc ng2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
146 and Redeem us from a more than Egyptian Bondage; to renew our former Peace and Happiness, Restore our lost Religion, and Ancient Government, and redeem us from a more than Egyptian Bondage; to renew our former Peace and Happiness, Restore our lost Religion, and Ancient Government, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt av-dc cs jp n1; pc-acp vvi po12 j n1 cc n1, vvb po12 j-vvn n1, cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
147 and give us Princes as at the first, and Judges as at the Beginning. and give us Princes as At the First, and Judges as At the Beginning. cc vvb pno12 ng1 c-acp p-acp dt ord, cc n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
148 For that Success must needs infer a good Cause, is a Turkish fallacy, which yet of late, hath much imposed upon the Christian World. For that Success must needs infer a good Cause, is a Turkish fallacy, which yet of late, hath much imposed upon the Christian World. p-acp d n1 vmb av vvi dt j vvb, vbz dt jp n1, r-crq av pp-f av-j, vhz av-d vvn p-acp dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
149 Indeed it is an old mistake, a Branch of Natural Pride in Men, to attribute Victory and Deliverance to their own Sword, their own Merit, Prowess, Indeed it is an old mistake, a Branch of Natural Pride in Men, to attribute Victory and Deliverance to their own Sword, their own Merit, Prowess, np1 pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 d n1, po32 d n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
150 and Gallantry, whereas they belong to a far different Cause. But Moses hath long since determined against them in the Case of Israel: Deut, 9.4.5. and Gallantry, whereas they belong to a Far different Cause. But Moses hath long since determined against them in the Case of Israel: Deuteronomy, 9.4.5. cc n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt av-j j vvb. p-acp np1 vhz av-j a-acp vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: vvb, crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
151 Speak not thou in thy heart, after that the Lord thy GOD hath cast thine Enemies out before thee, saying, Speak not thou in thy heart, After that the Lord thy GOD hath cast thine Enemies out before thee, saying, vvb xx pns21 p-acp po21 n1, c-acp cst dt n1 po21 np1 vhz vvn po21 n2 av p-acp pno21, vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
152 for my Righteousness hath the LORD brought me in to possess this Land, but for the Wickedness of these Nations the Lord doth drive them out; for my Righteousness hath the LORD brought me in to possess this Land, but for the Wickedness of these nations the Lord does drive them out; p-acp po11 n1 vhz dt n1 vvd pno11 p-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 dt n1 vdz vvi pno32 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
153 — Not for thy Righteousness, or for the Ʋprightness of thine heart, (as he goes on) for thou art a stiff-necked and gain-saying People. — Not for thy Righteousness, or for the Ʋprightness of thine heart, (as he Goes on) for thou art a Stiffnecked and gainsaying People. — xx p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp) p-acp pns21 vb2r dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
154 Thus we ought not to impute our many and great Blessings, and particularly the late Wonderful Deliverance of Our Gracious KING, His only Royal Brother, Thus we ought not to impute our many and great Blessings, and particularly the late Wondered Deliverance of Our Gracious KING, His only Royal Brother, av pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi po12 d cc j n2, cc av-j dt j j n1 pp-f po12 j n1, po31 j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
155 and all His Most Loyal Subjects, out of the hands of those Bloodthirsty Men, to our own Righteousness, and all His Most Loyal Subject's, out of the hands of those Bloodthirsty Men, to our own Righteousness, cc d po31 av-ds j n2-jn, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d j n2, p-acp po12 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
156 but to their Malicions Wickedness; to GODS mere Mercy to us, and Exemplary Justice upon them, but to their Malicious Wickedness; to GOD'S mere Mercy to us, and Exemplary justice upon them, cc-acp p-acp po32 j n1; p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp pno12, cc j n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
157 for their studied Marders, Solemn Perjuries, Notorious Sacriledg, formed Conspiracies, unwearied fowlest Treasons, and (which is the Spring of all their Motions) their damnable Hypocrisy in making a mock of all Religion. for their studied Marders, Solemn Perjuries, Notorious Sacrilege, formed Conspiracies, unwearied Foulest Treasons, and (which is the Spring of all their Motions) their damnable Hypocrisy in making a mock of all Religion. c-acp po32 j-vvn n2, j n2, j n1, vvn n2, j js n2, cc (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2) po32 j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
158 So many and such weighty reasons we have to remember HIM in the day of Peace and Triumph (who remembred us when we were in trouble: So many and such weighty Reasons we have to Remember HIM in the day of Peace and Triumph (who remembered us when we were in trouble: av d cc d j n2 pns12 vhb p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvb (r-crq vvd pno12 c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
159 and saved us so lately when we were upon the very brink of Ruin ) and then especially to beware lest we forget the LORD. and saved us so lately when we were upon the very brink of Ruin) and then especially to beware lest we forget the LORD. cc vvn pno12 av av-j c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1) cc av av-j pc-acp vvi cs pns12 vvb dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
160 To close up this Second general, 'tis a thousand pities that fair weather should do any harm; To close up this Second general, it's a thousand pities that fair weather should do any harm; pc-acp vvi a-acp d ord n1, pn31|vbz dt crd n2 cst j n1 vmd vdi d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
161 that when the Sun is most prodigal of his wealthy beams, and spends his richeft influence to maintain Natures Glory, he should most tan her Beauty, and scorch her Hair; that when the Sun is most prodigal of his wealthy beams, and spends his richeft influence to maintain Nature's Glory, he should most tan her Beauty, and scorch her Hair; cst c-crq dt n1 vbz av-ds j-jn pp-f po31 j n2, cc vvz po31 n1 n1 pc-acp vvi ng1 n1, pns31 vmd av-ds fw-es po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
162 yet that it is so sometimes every drought can witness; yet that it is so sometime every drought can witness; av cst pn31 vbz av av d n1 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
163 but it is not to be attributed to any blemish in the Sun, that bright Eye of the World, whose Rays are ever the same, apt to cherish and preserve Life, but it is not to be attributed to any blemish in the Sun, that bright Eye of the World, whose Rays Are ever the same, apt to cherish and preserve Life, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbr av dt d, j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
164 but rather to the indisposition of the matter before him, and thus it is no fault in the Sun of Righteousness, that his healing beams do ruin and destroy us; but rather to the indisposition of the matter before him, and thus it is no fault in the Sun of Righteousness, that his healing beams do ruin and destroy us; cc-acp av-c p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc av pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst po31 j-vvg n2 vdb vvi cc vvi pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
165 that's the great imperfection of Men, who make their own Happiness their Misery, and turn their very Mercies into Sins, such Fools and Brutes they are, that they will be sooner affrighted into a sense of Religion by the Sword of GODS Judgments, and the black Rod of his Fury, that's the great imperfection of Men, who make their own Happiness their Misery, and turn their very mercies into Sins, such Fools and Brutus's they Are, that they will be sooner affrighted into a sense of Religion by the Sword of GOD'S Judgments, and the black Rod of his Fury, d|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb po32 d n1 po32 n1, cc vvi po32 j n2 p-acp n2, d n2 cc n2 pns32 vbr, cst pns32 vmb vbi av-c vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
166 then woed and courted to his service by those winning Arguments, his Golden Scepter of Love, and Staff of Comfort. then wooed and courted to his service by those winning Arguments, his Golden Sceptre of Love, and Staff of Comfort. av vvd cc vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2, po31 j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
167 Wherefore that we fall not afleep in security when the World smiles upon us, and all our endeavours are crowned with success, I come Wherefore that we fallen not afleep in security when the World smiles upon us, and all our endeavours Are crowned with success, I come c-crq cst pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, cc d po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns11 vvb (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
168 3. In the Third and Last place, to •ender you some 〈 ◊ 〉 Directions, how we should manage a full and prosperous Estate, how we may best reduce this useful caution to practice. And 3. In the Third and Last place, to •ender you Some 〈 ◊ 〉 Directions, how we should manage a full and prosperous Estate, how we may best reduce this useful caution to practice. And crd p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 d 〈 sy 〉 n2, c-crq pns12 vmd vvi dt j cc j n1, c-crq pns12 vmb av-js vvi d j n1 p-acp n1. cc (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
169 1. When thou thy self art happy, don't trample upon, or insult over them that are in misery, but pitty them in some degree at least, 1. When thou thy self art happy, don't trample upon, or insult over them that Are in misery, but pity them in Some degree At least, crd c-crq pns21 po21 n1 n1 j, vdbx vvb p-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp d n1 p-acp ds, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
170 and if they suffer unjustly, do thy utmost to relieve, and help them out; and if they suffer unjustly, do thy utmost to relieve, and help them out; cc cs pns32 vvb av-j, vdb po21 j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno32 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
171 the Disciples thought they asked our LORD a very subtile Question, — Did this man sin, or his Parents, that he was lorn blind? but he tells them, neither, as they meant; the Disciples Thought they asked our LORD a very subtle Question, — Did this man since, or his Parents, that he was lorn blind? but he tells them, neither, as they meant; dt n2 vvd pns32 vvd po12 n1 dt j j n1, — vdd d n1 n1, cc po31 n2, cst pns31 vbds vvn j? p-acp pns31 vvz pno32, av-dx, c-acp pns32 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
172 he was not born Blind because he or his Parents were greater sinners than other men; he was not born Blind Because he or his Parents were greater Sinners than other men; pns31 vbds xx vvn j c-acp pns31 cc po31 n2 vbdr jc n2 cs j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
173 but for this reason, that they (and others) if they were not blind, might 〈 ◊ 〉 the glory of GOD in our Saviours working his cure, in the opening of his Eyes, and men are generally apt to make false constructions of GODS private Judgments in this Life: but for this reason, that they (and Others) if they were not blind, might 〈 ◊ 〉 the glory of GOD in our Saviors working his cure, in the opening of his Eyes, and men Are generally apt to make false constructions of GOD'S private Judgments in this Life: cc-acp p-acp d n1, cst pns32 (cc n2-jn) cs pns32 vbdr xx j, vmd 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 ng1 n-vvg po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n2, cc n2 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f npg1 j n2 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
174 where they see them fall heavy they presently cry, there dwells a more then ordinary ••••er, as if there were no after-reckoning, no Judgment to come; where they see them fallen heavy they presently cry, there dwells a more then ordinary ••••er, as if there were no After reckon, no Judgement to come; c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 vvi j pns32 av-j vvb, a-acp vvz dt av-dc cs j av, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx j, dx n1 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
175 from whence they think themselves obliged to help GOD to torment him, and fancy they 〈 ◊ 〉 Him service, when they hate, scorn, kick, from whence they think themselves obliged to help GOD to torment him, and fancy they 〈 ◊ 〉 Him service, when they hate, scorn, kick, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb px32 vvn p-acp n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc n1 pns32 〈 sy 〉 pno31 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb, vvb, vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
176 or bu••et him, and heap more coals of fire upon his wretched Head; such fools are they, or bu••et him, and heap more coals of fire upon his wretched Head; such Fools Are they, cc vvb pno31, cc vvb dc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1; d n2 vbr pns32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
177 and ignorant of the mysterious Tracts, and hidden methods of the Di•ine Providence, whose ways are all unsearchable, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Paths past our finding out. and ignorant of the mysterious Tracts, and hidden methods of the Di•ine Providence, whose ways Are all unsearchable, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Paths passed our finding out. cc j pp-f dt j n2, cc j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, rg-crq n2 vbr d j, cc 〈 sy 〉 n2 p-acp po12 vvg av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
178 How were his Wise •nd Rational Friends mistaken in the case of poor •ob? They concluded from his many and great sufferings, that he was the most wicked wretch, How were his Wise •nd Rational Friends mistaken in the case of poor •ob? They concluded from his many and great sufferings, that he was the most wicked wretch, c-crq vbdr po31 j n1 j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j vvi? pns32 vvd p-acp po31 d cc j n2, cst pns31 vbds dt av-ds j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
179 and noto••ous Hypocrite under the cope of Heaven, when by GODS own Testimony, he was the most perfect, up••ght man in all the Earth, and it stands upon ever•asting record, that in all this (whether temptation or trouble brought upon him by Men or Devils) in all this Job sinned not, nor charged GOD foolishly; wherefore let no Man judg before the time, considering there is another World, that will set all things right and straight, which; and noto••ous Hypocrite under the cope of Heaven, when by GOD'S own Testimony, he was the most perfect, up••ght man in all the Earth, and it Stands upon ever•asting record, that in all this (whither temptation or trouble brought upon him by Men or Devils) in all this Job sinned not, nor charged GOD foolishly; Wherefore let no Man judge before the time, considering there is Another World, that will Set all things right and straight, which; cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq p-acp npg1 d n1, pns31 vbds dt av-ds j, j n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp j n1, cst p-acp d d (cs n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2) p-acp d d n1 vvd xx, ccx vvd np1 av-j; c-crq vvb dx n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvg a-acp vbz j-jn n1, cst vmb vvi d n2 j-jn cc av, r-crq; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
180 his Folly thinks go somewhat oddly and awry in this, as we would that men should do unto us, his Folly thinks go somewhat oddly and awry in this, as we would that men should do unto us, po31 n1 vvz vvb av av-j cc av p-acp d, c-acp pns12 vmd d n2 vmd vdi p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
181 so let us do unto them, in their straits, and pressures, their difficulties, and distresses, so let us do unto them, in their straits, and pressures, their difficulties, and Distresses, av vvb pno12 vdi p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, po32 n2, cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
182 for if thou shouldst despise or oppress thy poor Brother, when thou art rich, and full, it may be thou wouldst oppress a JOB, a man of most admirable vertues, for if thou Shouldst despise or oppress thy poor Brother, when thou art rich, and full, it may be thou Wouldst oppress a JOB, a man of most admirable Virtues, c-acp cs pns21 vmd2 vvi cc vvi po21 j n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r j, cc j, pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vmd2 vvi dt n1, dt n1 pp-f ds j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
183 and highest Integrity; and thy weights and ballances are both false, if thou measurest his sins by his sufferings. Suppose he be a very Judas, and known convicted Traytor; yet what is that to thee? Who made thee a Judge? It is enough that the Law takes publick Justice of him; and highest Integrity; and thy weights and balances Are both false, if thou measurest his Sins by his sufferings. Suppose he be a very Judas, and known convicted Traitor; yet what is that to thee? Who made thee a Judge? It is enough that the Law Takes public justice of him; cc js n1; cc po21 n2 cc n2 vbr d j, cs pns21 vv2 po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2. vvb pns31 vbb dt j np1, cc j-vvn j-vvn n1; av q-crq vbz d p-acp pno21? r-crq vvd pno21 dt n1? pn31 vbz d cst dt n1 vvz j n1 pp-f pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
184 all this while the Gospel requires thee not to exclude him out of thy private Charity; besides (ye know) it is very foul play to strike a man when he is down, and basest Cowardise to trample upon either a Living Dog, or a Dead Lyon. That's the First, all this while the Gospel requires thee not to exclude him out of thy private Charity; beside (you know) it is very foul play to strike a man when he is down, and Basest Cowardice to trample upon either a Living Dog, or a Dead lion. That's the First, d d cs dt n1 vvz pno21 xx pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po21 j n1; p-acp (pn22 vvb) pn31 vbz av j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz a-acp, cc js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j n1. d|vbz dt ord, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
185 2. When thou prosperest in the World, and livest according to thy Hearts desire, then be sure to let, Adversity be the frequent object of thy retired thoughts and meditations. 2. When thou prosperest in the World, and Livest according to thy Hearts desire, then be sure to let, Adversity be the frequent Object of thy retired thoughts and meditations. crd c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, cc vv2 p-acp p-acp po21 ng1 n1, av vbb j pc-acp vvi, n1 vbb dt j n1 pp-f po21 j-vvn n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
186 All things indeed go well with thee to day, but boast not thy self (says Solomon ) of to morrow, for thou knowest not what a Day may bring forth, Quamobrem omnes cùm res secundae sunt maximè, tum maximè meditari secum oportet, quo pacte advorsam aerumnam ferant, pericla, damna, exilia, &c. saith the comedian; All things indeed go well with thee to day, but boast not thy self (Says Solomon) of to morrow, for thou Knowest not what a Day may bring forth, Therefore omnes cùm Rest secundae sunt maximè, tum maximè meditari secum oportet, quo pact advorsam aerumnam ferant, pericla, Damna, exilia, etc. Says the comedian; av-d n2 av vvb av p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, p-acp vvi xx po21 n1 (vvz np1) pp-f p-acp n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 xx r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 uh fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, av vvz dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
187 willing us not to be secure in our prosperity, but then learn to expect and bear any evil tidings, or adverse fortune. willing us not to be secure in our Prosperity, but then Learn to expect and bear any evil tidings, or adverse fortune. vvg pno12 xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n1, p-acp av vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j-jn n2, cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
188 Holy Job (now in his Wealth and Grandeur) took an excellent course for this, Holy Job (now in his Wealth and Grandeur) took an excellent course for this, j np1 (av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1) vvd dt j n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
189 and well worthy all our imitation, when his Children had been long Feasting together by turns from house to house, the good old Man went and Offered burnt Offerings according to the Number of them all; and well worthy all our imitation, when his Children had been long Feasting together by turns from house to house, the good old Man went and Offered burned Offerings according to the Number of them all; cc av j d po12 n1, c-crq po31 n2 vhd vbn av-j vvg av p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, dt j j n1 vvd cc vvd vvn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
190 For it may be (said he) my Sons have Sinned, and Cursed GOD in their Hearts. For it may be (said he) my Sons have Sinned, and Cursed GOD in their Hearts. c-acp pn31 vmb vbi (vvd pns31) po11 n2 vhb vvn, cc j-vvn np1 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
191 Though he knew of nothing but a Lawful Recreation, yet, it may be, for fear of the worst, he went to his Devotions, and offered Sacrifice; as knowing there would be no hurt in that however, Though he knew of nothing but a Lawful Recreation, yet, it may be, for Fear of the worst, he went to his Devotions, and offered Sacrifice; as knowing there would be no hurt in that however, cs pns31 vvd pp-f pix cc-acp dt j n1, av, pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp n1 pp-f dt js, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2, cc j-vvn n1; p-acp vvg a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp cst a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
192 but that it might prevent some unseen Mischief. And indeed common Prudence may instruct us all to look for Mischances, but that it might prevent Some unseen Mischief. And indeed Common Prudence may instruct us all to look for Mischances, cc-acp cst pn31 vmd vvi d j n1. cc av j n1 vmb vvi pno12 d pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
193 and expect Troubles before they come, that when they do come, we may be upon our Guard to receive them. and expect Troubles before they come, that when they do come, we may be upon our Guard to receive them. cc vvi vvz c-acp pns32 vvb, cst c-crq pns32 vdb vvi, pns12 vmb vbi p-acp po12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
194 After Wit is for none but Fools to brag of; After Wit is for none but Fools to brag of; p-acp n1 vbz p-acp pix cc-acp ng1 pc-acp vvi pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
195 a Wiser Man takes his Measures by looking NONLATINALPHABET, as well before, as behind him, and so is able in time to take out the Sting of an Evil before it can reach him. a Wiser Man Takes his Measures by looking, as well before, as behind him, and so is able in time to take out the Sting of an Evil before it can reach him. dt jc n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp vvg, c-acp av a-acp, p-acp p-acp pno31, cc av vbz j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
196 Then, think of Losses, when you thrive the most, of Wars in Peace, of VVant in Plenty, of Grief in Joy, of Sickness in Health, and of Death it self in the midst of Life, and then no Change of things can surprize or harm you, Then, think of Losses, when you thrive the most, of Wars in Peace, of Want in Plenty, of Grief in Joy, of Sickness in Health, and of Death it self in the midst of Life, and then no Change of things can surprise or harm you, av, vvb pp-f n2, c-crq pn22 vvb dt ds, pp-f n2 p-acp n1, pp-f vvb p-acp n1, pp-f n1 p-acp vvb, pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc pp-f n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av dx vvb pp-f n2 vmb vvi cc vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
197 but (as St. Paul observes) all things shall work together for good to them that love GOD. but (as Saint Paul observes) all things shall work together for good to them that love GOD. cc-acp (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp j p-acp pno32 cst vvb np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
198 3. Use thine abundance with all Moderation, abuse it not to gratifie thy craving Lusts, and Insatiable Affections. for they are absurd and unreasonable men, who think they do not truly rejoyce in GODS Blessings, runless they may Sacrifice them by whole-sale to their greedy Appetites; who madly fancy they cannot be happy, 3. Use thine abundance with all Moderation, abuse it not to gratify thy craving Lustiest, and Insatiable Affections. for they Are absurd and unreasonable men, who think they do not truly rejoice in GOD'S Blessings, runless they may Sacrifice them by wholesale to their greedy Appetites; who madly fancy they cannot be happy, crd n1 po21 n1 p-acp d n1, vvb pn31 xx pc-acp vvi po21 vvg n2, cc j n2. p-acp pns32 vbr j cc j n2, r-crq vvb pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp npg1 n2, j pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n2; r-crq av-j n1 pns32 vmbx vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 17
199 if their desires be held to any Stint or Bounds. hence comes all their excess in Eating and Drinking, and other Lawful Pleasures: if their Desires be held to any Stint or Bounds. hence comes all their excess in Eating and Drinking, and other Lawful Pleasures: cs po32 vvz vbb vvn p-acp d n1 cc n2. av vvz d po32 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc j-jn j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 17
200 They think to take their fill of Enjoyment, and glut themselves with the Marrow and Quintessence of all Good things, and so mistake the Quantity for the Quality; whereas in truth, all Earthly Pleasure Commends it self in nothing more, They think to take their fill of Enjoyment, and glut themselves with the Marrow and Quintessence of all Good things, and so mistake the Quantity for the Quality; whereas in truth, all Earthly Pleasure Commends it self in nothing more, pns32 vvb p-acp vvb po32 n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, cc av vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cs p-acp n1, d j n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp pix av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
201 than as it is more seldom-used. Therefore, if GOD hath given thee Increase of Corn and Wine, use them with all Caution, and Sobriety. Ear not too greedily of the Corn: For a full Belly is most unfit for Devotion and Contemplation; besides that it breeds ill Humours, than as it is more seldom-used. Therefore, if GOD hath given thee Increase of Corn and Wine, use them with all Caution, and Sobriety. Ear not too greedily of the Corn: For a full Belly is most unfit for Devotion and Contemplation; beside that it breeds ill Humours, cs c-acp pn31 vbz av-dc j. av, cs np1 vhz vvn pno21 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pno32 p-acp d n1, cc n1. n1 xx av av-j pp-f dt n1: p-acp dt j n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp cst pn31 vvz j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
202 and endangers Health. And drink not too freely of the Wine; for though it be good and Generous, and endangers Health. And drink not too freely of the Wine; for though it be good and Generous, cc vvz n1. cc vvb xx av av-j pp-f dt n1; c-acp cs pn31 vbb j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
203 and move it self aright, yet too much thereof will Intoxicate; it will drown thy Reason and Parts, enervate all thy Faculties, and move it self aright, yet too much thereof will Intoxicate; it will drown thy Reason and Parts, enervate all thy Faculties, cc vvb pn31 n1 av, av av av-d av vmb j; pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1 cc n2, j d po21 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
204 and Powers, and make thee forget, or deny the Lord thy GOD, or take his Holy Name in Vain. And for all other lawful Diversions take that one Counsel of the Wise, experienced King, Prov. 25. Hast thou found Honey? Eat so much thereof as is sufficient for thee (and no more) lest thou be filled therewith, and womit it up again. and Powers, and make thee forget, or deny the Lord thy GOD, or take his Holy Name in Vain. And for all other lawful Diversions take that one Counsel of the Wise, experienced King, Curae 25. Hast thou found Honey? Eat so much thereof as is sufficient for thee (and no more) lest thou be filled therewith, and womit it up again. cc n2, cc vvb pno21 vvb, cc vvb dt n1 po21 np1, cc vvi po31 j n1 p-acp j. cc p-acp d j-jn j n2 vvb d crd n1 pp-f dt j, j-vvn n1, np1 crd vh2 pns21 vvn n1? vvb av av-d av a-acp vbz j p-acp pno21 (cc dx av-dc) cs pns21 vbb vvn av, cc vvi pn31 a-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
205 There's no other way but that, to prevent a Surfeit, whether in Body or Mind. There's no other Way but that, to prevent a Surfeit, whither in Body or Mind. pc-acp|vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cs p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
206 But you'l say perhaps, what must I them do with mine Abundance? For after this rate of Dieting my self, I shall never live to spend it. Why, yes; But You'll say perhaps, what must I them do with mine Abundance? For After this rate of Dieting my self, I shall never live to spend it. Why, yes; p-acp pn22|vmb vvi av, q-crq vmb pns11 pno32 vdb p-acp po11 n1? c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg po11 n1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp vvb pn31. uh-crq, uh; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
207 there is another, a more excellent way to be rid of the overplus to better advantage; and that shall be my 4. Direction. there is Another, a more excellent Way to be rid of the overplus to better advantage; and that shall be my 4. Direction. pc-acp vbz j-jn, dt av-dc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp jc n1; cc cst vmb vbi po11 crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
208 Be Hospitable, Charitable, and free to Communicate what thou canst well spare, to Relieve the Wants and Supply the Necessities of others. Be Hospitable, Charitable, and free to Communicate what thou Canst well spare, to Relieve the Wants and Supply the Necessities of Others. vbb j, j, cc j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns21 vm2 av vvi, pc-acp vvi dt vvz cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 18
209 For GOD hath made thee Rich on purpose to be their Steward and Almoner, and (as little as some Men heed it) will one day expect a good Accompt of that Stewardship. It is the Misers great mistake to think at his Choice and Liberty, For GOD hath made thee Rich on purpose to be their Steward and Almoner, and (as little as Some Men heed it) will one day expect a good Account of that Stewardship. It is the Misers great mistake to think At his Choice and Liberty, p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno21 j p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1 cc n1, cc (c-acp j c-acp d n2 vvb pn31) vmb crd n1 vvi dt j vvb pp-f d n1. pn31 vbz dt n2 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 18
210 and purely in his own Power, whether he will expend his Superfluities in good works, or no; and purely in his own Power, whither he will expend his Superfluities in good works, or no; cc av-j p-acp po31 d n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp j n2, cc av-dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 18
211 for the Law of Justice requires, it of him, although, from the mannor, end, and some other circumstances, we commonly call it Charity. That Fool in the Gospel needed not to have put himself to so much trouble and Charge in building his Barus bigger, to lodg his plentiful Crop; for the Law of justice requires, it of him, although, from the manor, end, and Some other Circumstances, we commonly call it Charity. That Fool in the Gospel needed not to have put himself to so much trouble and Charge in building his Barus bigger, to lodge his plentiful Crop; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pn31 pp-f pno31, cs, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc d j-jn n2, pns12 av-j vvb pn31 n1. cst n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd xx pc-acp vhi vvn px31 p-acp av av-d vvi cc vvb p-acp vvg po31 np1 jc, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
212 there was Barn-room enough in the World, if he would have seen it; for, as St. Austine observes, the Bellies of the Poor are GODS Granary. there was Barn-room enough in the World, if he would have seen it; for, as Saint Augustine observes, the Bellies of the Poor Are GOD'S Granary. pc-acp vbds n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn31; c-acp, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr npg1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
213 If therefore thou hast any Bread to spare, cast it upon the Waters (as Solomon adviseth that is, venture it among the Multitude, rather then fail) though never so troublesome and unworthy, and thou shalt find it again after many days; If Therefore thou hast any Bred to spare, cast it upon the Waters (as Solomon adviseth that is, venture it among the Multitude, rather then fail) though never so troublesome and unworthy, and thou shalt find it again After many days; cs av pns21 vh2 d n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2 (c-acp np1 vvz cst vbz, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, av-c cs vvi) c-acp av-x av j cc j, cc pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 av p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
214 for however Men may be ingrateful, yet GOD is not unrighteous to forget any work or labour of Love. for however Men may be ingrateful, yet GOD is not unrighteous to forget any work or labour of Love. p-acp c-acp n2 vmb vbi j, av np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
215 St. Paul bids us Charge them that are Rich in this World, that they be Rich in good Works, ready to distribute, willing to Communicate. Saint Paul bids us Charge them that Are Rich in this World, that they be Rich in good Works, ready to distribute, willing to Communicate. n1 np1 vvz pno12 vvi pno32 cst vbr j p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbb j p-acp j vvz, j pc-acp vvi, vvg pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
216 And again, that, as they have Ability, and Opportunity, they do good unto all Men, especially to them who are of the Household of Faith; And again, that, as they have Ability, and Opportunity, they do good unto all Men, especially to them who Are of the Household of Faith; cc av, cst, c-acp pns32 vhb n1, cc n1, pns32 vdb j p-acp d n2, av-j p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
217 he means chiefly those, that Minister at the Altar, and daily watch over your Souls. For this is pure Religion, he means chiefly those, that Minister At the Altar, and daily watch over your Souls. For this is pure Religion, pns31 vvz av-jn d, cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cc j vvb a-acp po22 n2. p-acp d vbz j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
218 and undefiled before GOD, whereby a Man shall not only preserve himself Innocent and impregnable to all the Temptations of a full and prosperous Estate, but also make himself Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, who when he faileth here, may receive him into those everlasting Habitations of GOD and his Son JESUS CHRIST, and undefiled before GOD, whereby a Man shall not only preserve himself Innocent and impregnable to all the Temptations of a full and prosperous Estate, but also make himself Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, who when he Faileth Here, may receive him into those everlasting Habitations of GOD and his Son JESUS CHRIST, cc j p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvi px31 j-jn cc j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, p-acp av vvi px31 n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vvz av, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d j n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 np1 np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
219 and all his Holy Saints and Elect Angels. 5ly. and lastly, For yet thou lackest one thing, without which all other directions will prove Vain and Useless; and that is this: and all his Holy Saints and Elect Angels. 5ly. and lastly, For yet thou Lackest one thing, without which all other directions will prove Vain and Useless; and that is this: cc d po31 j n2 cc j-vvn n2. av-j. cc ord, c-acp av pns21 vv2 pi n1, p-acp r-crq d j-jn n2 vmb vvi j cc j; cc d vbz d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
220 Resolve, with Penitent David, to give thy self unto Prayer; Resolve, with Penitent David, to give thy self unto Prayer; vvb, p-acp j-jn np1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
221 To implore the Grace and Assistance of GODS Holy Spirit day by day, whose proper Work and Office it is to Sanctifie all Conditions of Life to us: To implore the Grace and Assistance of GOD'S Holy Spirit day by day, whose proper Work and Office it is to Sanctify all Conditions of Life to us: pc-acp vvi dt vvb cc n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 n1 p-acp n1, rg-crq j n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvb d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
222 As well to keep us down when we begin to be Elevated into Pride, as to buoy our Spirits up, As well to keep us down when we begin to be Elevated into Pride, as to buoy our Spirits up, c-acp av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
223 and be our Comforter in extream Distress. and be our Comforter in extreme Distress. cc vbb po12 n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
224 Prayer is that powerful Engine whereby the Kingdom of Heaven suffereth Violence, and the Violent take it by Force: Prayer is that powerful Engine whereby the Kingdom of Heaven suffers Violence, and the Violent take it by Force: n1 vbz d j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1, cc dt j vvi pn31 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
225 whereby Mortal Men wrestle with the Immortal GOD, and will not let him go till he hath blessed them. whereby Mortal Men wrestle with the Immortal GOD, and will not let him go till he hath blessed them. c-crq j-jn n2 vvi p-acp dt j np1, cc vmb xx vvi pno31 vvi c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
226 That Sedulous Importunity which once extorted Justice from an Ʋnjust Judge, must needs be ever prevalent for Mercy with the Righteous Judge of all the Earth. That Sedulous Importunity which once extorted justice from an Ʋnjust Judge, must needs be ever prevalent for Mercy with the Righteous Judge of all the Earth. cst j n1 r-crq a-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1, vmb av vbi av j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
227 I had almost said that (under GOD) the KING ows his late never-to-be-forgotten Preservation, in a great Measure, to the Prayers of the Church offered up daily on his behalf; I had almost said that (under GOD) the KING ows his late never-to-be-forgotten Preservation, in a great Measure, to the Prayers of the Church offered up daily on his behalf; pns11 vhd av vvn cst (p-acp np1) dt n1 vvz po31 j j n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd a-acp av-j p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 20
228 that GOD would save him from all his undeserved Enemies, whose tender Mercies are Cruel, and their very Prayers and Preachments are of Cursing and Lies, as the Psalmist speaks. that GOD would save him from all his undeserved Enemies, whose tender mercies Are Cruel, and their very Prayers and Preachments Are of Cursing and Lies, as the Psalmist speaks. cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 j n2, rg-crq j n2 vbr j, cc po32 j n2 cc n2 vbr pp-f vvg cc vvz, p-acp dt n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 20
229 I'm sure his Martyr'd Father, of ever Blessed Memory (whose Innocent blood perhaps GOD is making especial Inquisition for at this time) hath left us an useful Note to this purpose, amongst other his Sacred Reliques, which I shall crave leave to Read you in his own Royal Words. I'm sure his Martyred Father, of ever Blessed Memory (whose Innocent blood perhaps GOD is making especial Inquisition for At this time) hath left us an useful Note to this purpose, among other his Sacred Relics, which I shall crave leave to Read you in his own Royal Words. pns11|vbm av-j po31 j-vvn n1, pp-f av j-vvn n1 (rg-crq j-jn n1 av np1 vbz vvg j n1 p-acp p-acp d n1) vhz vvn pno12 dt j vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp j-jn po31 j n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po31 d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
230 One of the Greatest Faults some Men found with the Common-Prayer-Book, I believe, (faith that Great, Good and Just Man) was this: One of the Greatest Faults Some Men found with the Common prayer book, I believe, (faith that Great, Good and Just Man) was this: crd pp-f dt js n2 d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb, (n1 cst j, j cc j n1) vbds d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
231 That it taught them to Pray so oft for me; That it taught them to Pray so oft for me; cst pn31 vvd pno32 p-acp vvb av av p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
232 to which Petitions they had not Loyalty enough to say AMEN, nor yet Charity enough to forbear Reproaches, to which Petitions they had not Loyalty enough to say AMEN, nor yet Charity enough to forbear Reproaches, p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vhd xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi uh-n, ccx av n1 av-d pc-acp vvi n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
233 and even Cursings of me, in their own Forms, instead of Praying for me. NONLATINALPHABET. ch. 16. The Text is so very plain that it needs no comment, (were I worthy to make it) and therefore so I shall leave it. and even Cursings of me, in their own Forms, instead of Praying for me.. changed. 16. The Text is so very plain that it needs no comment, (were I worthy to make it) and Therefore so I shall leave it. cc j n2-vvg pp-f pno11, p-acp po32 d n2, av pp-f vvg p-acp pno11.. vvn. crd dt n1 vbz av j n1 cst pn31 vvz dx n1, (vbdr pns11 j pc-acp vvi pn31) cc av av pns11 vmb vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
234 Mean while (to return to may own Argument, from this Digression, I could not fairly avoid) Who art thou O Man, who upon any score, canst trust to thine own strength? It will betray, and fail thee; Mean while (to return to may own Argument, from this Digression, I could not fairly avoid) Who art thou Oh Man, who upon any score, Canst trust to thine own strength? It will betray, and fail thee; j n1 (pc-acp vvi pc-acp vmb d n1, p-acp d n1, pns11 vmd xx av-j vvi) q-crq vb2r pns21 uh n1, r-crq p-acp d n1, vm2 vvi p-acp po21 d n1? pn31 vmb vvi, cc vvb pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
235 it is no better then a broken Reed, for though the Spirit may be sometimes willing: though thy Judgment be convinced, it is no better then a broken Reed, for though the Spirit may be sometime willing: though thy Judgement be convinced, pn31 vbz dx jc cs dt vvn n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vmb vbi av j: c-acp po21 n1 vbb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
236 and thy Will also made a Proselyte to resolve upon this, or that good work, yet it is often left undone, in regard the Flesh is always weak. — Video meliora probóque. and thy Will also made a Proselyte to resolve upon this, or that good work, yet it is often left undone, in regard the Flesh is always weak. — Video Meliora probóque. cc po21 vmb av vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cc d j n1, av pn31 vbz av vvn vvn, p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz av j. — fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
237 Deteriora sequor — is the natural Mans true Motto; Deteriora sequor — is the natural men true Motto; fw-la fw-la — vbz dt j n2 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
238 it is all he can justly pretend to, to commend Vertue in the notion, but condemn it still in his own Practice; and I must observe it to you for a great Truth (however some may seem to Preach quite the contrary Doctrine, or at least, not to press this so often, it is all he can justly pretend to, to commend Virtue in the notion, but condemn it still in his own Practice; and I must observe it to you for a great Truth (however Some may seem to Preach quite the contrary Doctrine, or At least, not to press this so often, pn31 vbz d pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp po31 d vvi; cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp ds, xx pc-acp vvi d av av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
239 nor so earnestly as they should) That, Mens trusting to their own natural Powers, nor so earnestly as they should) That, Mens trusting to their own natural Powers, ccx av av-j c-acp pns32 vmd) d, np1 vvg p-acp po32 d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
240 and not regarding, nor duly asking GODS special Grace and help, (as if they meant to bid despite to his Holy Spirit) is one main, if not the only reason of their persisting in their old impieties, and particularly, of their abusing and forfeiting their temporal blessings, and not regarding, nor duly asking GOD'S special Grace and help, (as if they meant to bid despite to his Holy Spirit) is one main, if not the only reason of their persisting in their old impieties, and particularly, of their abusing and forfeiting their temporal blessings, cc xx vvg, ccx av-jn vvg npg1 j n1 cc vvi, (c-acp cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 j n1) vbz pi j, cs xx dt j n1 pp-f po32 vvg p-acp po32 j n2, cc av-jn, pp-f po32 n-vvg cc vvg po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
241 and hazarding their hopes also of Eternal Life. For thus saith the Lord GOD, Jer. 17.5. Cursed be the Man that putteth his trust in Man, or maketh Flesh his Arm! and hazarding their hope's also of Eternal Life. For thus Says the Lord GOD, Jer. 17.5. Cursed be the Man that putteth his trust in Man, or makes Flesh his Arm! cc vvg po32 n2 av pp-f j n1. c-acp av vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd. vvd vbi dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 po31 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
242 Be it the Man himself, or any other mere Man, all's a case; he is still accursed. Be it the Man himself, or any other mere Man, all's a case; he is still accursed. vbb pn31 dt n1 px31, cc d j-jn j n1, d|vbz dt n1; pns31 vbz j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
243 Wherefore let no Man living boast of his infirmities, nor Glory in his shame; Wherefore let no Man living boast of his infirmities, nor Glory in his shame; q-crq vvb dx n1 vvg vvi pp-f po31 n2, ccx n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
244 let us not presume upon our own Strength (or Weakness rather) nor magnifie the powers of Nature in derogation to the Grace of GOD, by which alone we must be saved; but rather let us with Holy David (as in utmost duty bound) Make the LORD our only confidence, the most High GOD the Rock of our Salvation. let us not presume upon our own Strength (or Weakness rather) nor magnify the Powers of Nature in derogation to the Grace of GOD, by which alone we must be saved; but rather let us with Holy David (as in utmost duty bound) Make the LORD our only confidence, the most High GOD the Rock of our Salvation. vvb pno12 xx vvi p-acp po12 d n1 (cc n1 av-c) ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq av-j pns12 vmb vbi vvn; p-acp av-c vvb pno12 p-acp j np1 (c-acp p-acp j n1 vvn) vvb dt n1 po12 j n1, dt av-ds j np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
245 And forasmuch as the Eternal Son of GOD our Saviour hath solemnly, and freely promised us, that whatsoever we shall ask the Father in HIS NAME, He will give it us: And forasmuch as the Eternal Son of GOD our Saviour hath solemnly, and freely promised us, that whatsoever we shall ask the Father in HIS NAME, He will give it us: cc av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 vhz av-j, cc av-j vvn pno12, cst r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
246 and particularly this inestimable and necessary Gift of his Holy SPIRIT, recorded for our great and endless comfort, St. Luke 11.13. and particularly this inestimable and necessary Gift of his Holy SPIRIT, recorded for our great and endless Comfort, Saint Lycia 11.13. cc av-j d j cc j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vvn p-acp po12 j cc j n1, n1 av crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
247 and St. John 15.16. (which by the way, is the true reason that all our Publick Prayers run in that Name and Style, and are shut up, and Saint John 15.16. (which by the Way, is the true reason that all our Public Prayers run in that Name and Style, and Are shut up, cc n1 np1 crd. (r-crq p-acp dt n1, vbz dt j n1 cst d po12 j n2 vvb p-acp d vvb cc n1, cc vbr vvn a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
248 and bidden GOD speed for the sake and merits of JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD.) and bidden GOD speed for the sake and merits of JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD.) cc vvn np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvz pp-f np1 np1 po12 n1.) (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
249 Let us humbly, heartily, and incessantly mention the Holy Name of JESUS before the Throne of the Eternal TRINITY; Let us humbly, heartily, and incessantly mention the Holy Name of JESUS before the Throne of the Eternal TRINITY; vvb pno12 av-j, av-j, cc av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 22
250 that GOD would vouchsafe his Holy SPIRIT to dwell in all our Hearts, to help our Infirmities, and lead us into all Truth, to subdue our natural Pride, and sanctifie all our Mercies Spiritual and Temporal; that GOD would vouchsafe his Holy SPIRIT to dwell in all our Hearts, to help our Infirmities, and led us into all Truth, to subdue our natural Pride, and sanctify all our mercies Spiritual and Temporal; cst np1 vmd vvi po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d po12 n2, p-acp vvb po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvb po12 j n1, cc vvb d po12 n2 j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 22
251 that we may use this World, and not abuse it, and ever be careful, lest in the midst of the many and great Blessings we now enjoy, we should forget the LORD, the Author of them all; that we may use this World, and not abuse it, and ever be careful, lest in the midst of the many and great Blessings we now enjoy, we should forget the LORD, the Author of them all; cst pns12 vmb vvi d n1, cc xx vvi pn31, cc av vbi j, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d cc j n2 pns12 av vvi, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pno32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 22
252 that so he may not be provoked to forget, but may in much mercy remember us, in that day when he maketh up his Jewels, and may bind up our Souls in the bundle of Life; that so he may not be provoked to forget, but may in much mercy Remember us, in that day when he makes up his Jewels, and may bind up our Souls in the bundle of Life; cst av pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp vvb, p-acp vmb p-acp d n1 vvb pno12, p-acp cst n1 c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n2, cc vmb vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 22
253 which GOD grant for the same JESUS sake, our only Redeemer, to whom with the FATHER and the Holy GHOST, Three Persons, which GOD grant for the same JESUS sake, our only Redeemer, to whom with the FATHER and the Holy GHOST, Three Persons, r-crq np1 vvb p-acp dt d np1 n1, po12 j n1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, crd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 22
254 and One GOD, be all the Power and Glory, Praise and Thanksgiving, now and for ever more, AMEN. FINIS. and One GOD, be all the Power and Glory, Praise and Thanksgiving, now and for ever more, AMEN. FINIS. cc crd np1, vbb d dt n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, av cc p-acp av av-dc, uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 22

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