A sermon preach'd upon St. Matthew's Day, 1699 before the right honourable the Lord Mayor and the right worshipful and worshipful the governors of all the city-hospitals at Christ-Church, London / by Thomas Staynoe.

Staynoe, Thomas, d. 1708
Publisher: Printed for Benj Tooke
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1699
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A61368 ESTC ID: R34598 STC ID: S5355
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms CXLV, 9; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Psalm 145.9. The Lord is good to all; and his tender mercies are over all his Works. Psalm 145.9. The Lord is good to all; and his tender Mercies Are over all his Works. np1 crd. dt n1 vbz j p-acp d; cc po31 j n2 vbr p-acp d po31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 THE Psalmist in the Text does expresly Assert and Display Gods goodness and tender Mercies to all his Creatures: THE Psalmist in the Text does expressly Assert and Display God's Goodness and tender mercies to all his Creatures: dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz av-j vvb cc vvi npg1 n1 cc j n2 p-acp d po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
2 Which Our Saviour inlarges and improves, when he bids us behold the Fowls of the Air; Which Our Saviour enlarges and improves, when he bids us behold the Fowls of the Air; r-crq po12 n1 vvz cc vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
3 which though they Sow not, neither do they Reap, nor gather into Barns, yet are Fed by our Heavenly Father; which though they Sow not, neither do they Reap, nor gather into Barns, yet Are Fed by our Heavenly Father; r-crq cs pns32 vvb xx, av-dx vdb pns32 vvi, ccx vvi p-acp n2, av vbr vvn p-acp po12 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
4 And then by putting the Question, Are ye not much better than they? does strongly imply, that he will do at least as much for the supply of the wants and necessities of Men: with more to the same purpose, which you may find in the 6th. chap. of St. Matthew, and in several other places, which we need not reckon up. And then by putting the Question, are you not much better than they? does strongly imply, that he will do At least as much for the supply of the Wants and necessities of Men: with more to the same purpose, which you may find in the 6th. chap. of Saint Matthew, and in several other places, which we need not reckon up. cc av p-acp vvg dt n1, vbr pn22 xx d jc cs pns32? vdz av-j vvi, cst pns31 vmb vdi p-acp ds p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: p-acp av-dc p-acp dt d n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord. n1 pp-f n1 np1, cc p-acp j j-jn n2, r-crq pns12 vvb xx vvi a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
5 For it is sufficient for our present design (and we have sufficient ground for such design from our Text ) to make it good, that God has taken care of, For it is sufficient for our present Design (and we have sufficient ground for such Design from our Text) to make it good, that God has taken care of, p-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp po12 j n1 (cc pns12 vhb j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n1) pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cst np1 vhz vvn n1 pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
6 and made sufficient Provision for the Support and Maintenance of all Men in the World, and particularly of the Poor and Needy. and made sufficient Provision for the Support and Maintenance of all Men in the World, and particularly of the Poor and Needy. cc vvd j n1 p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc av-j pp-f dt j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
7 In order to which we take notice in the First Place, and in General, That God hath given the Earth to the Children of Men; In order to which we take notice in the First Place, and in General, That God hath given the Earth to the Children of Men; p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cc p-acp n1, cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
8 and that we all stand bound to make good such his Donation in the full extent and latitude of it: and that we all stand bound to make good such his Donation in the full extent and latitude of it: cc cst pns12 d vvb vvn pc-acp vvi j d po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
9 which is, that all the sons of Men, to whom the gift is made, may be partakers of such gifts. which is, that all the Sons of Men, to whom the gift is made, may be partakers of such Gifts. r-crq vbz, cst d dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vmb vbi n2 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
10 For your more full and comprehensive understanding of which, I would desire you to take notice of these following Particulars. For your more full and comprehensive understanding of which, I would desire you to take notice of these following Particulars. p-acp po22 av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d j-vvg n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
11 First, That God has given the Earth, that is the Use, Product, Fruits, and Profits of it to the Children of Men. First, That God has given the Earth, that is the Use, Product, Fruits, and Profits of it to the Children of Men. ord, cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1, cst vbz dt n1, vvb, n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
12 This appears (First) by matter of fact, because we find Man (who is the Creature of God as well as the Earth is so) in the actual possession of such Earth; This appears (First) by matter of fact, Because we find Man (who is the Creature of God as well as the Earth is so) in the actual possession of such Earth; np1 vvz (np1) p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vvb n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbz av) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
13 and because we also find him endowed with such Powers and Faculties, that all other things, which the Earth does produce, are in subjection to him, and at his disposal. and Because we also find him endowed with such Powers and Faculties, that all other things, which the Earth does produce, Are in subjection to him, and At his disposal. cc c-acp pns12 av vvi pno31 vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2, cst d j-jn n2, r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi, vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
14 By which as it appears, that Man is the Tenant, and in actual possession of the Earth; By which as it appears, that Man is the Tenant, and in actual possession of the Earth; p-acp r-crq c-acp pn31 vvz, cst n1 vbz dt n1, cc p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
15 So, if it be but granted, that the Earth is the Lords and the fulness thereof (which we shall at present take for granted, So, if it be but granted, that the Earth is the lords and the fullness thereof (which we shall At present take for granted, av, cs pn31 vbi cc-acp vvn, cst dt n1 vbz dt n2 cc dt n1 av (r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp vvi vvi c-acp vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
16 because we take it for granted that he made it) then the Conclusion is Easy and Natural, That Man's possession of the Earth, Because we take it for granted that he made it) then the Conclusion is Easy and Natural, That Man's possession of the Earth, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp vvn cst pns31 vvd pn31) av dt n1 vbz j cc j, cst ng1 n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
17 and his Right and Title to such possession, comes from God, and that therefore God gave the Earth to Man. and his Right and Title to such possession, comes from God, and that Therefore God gave the Earth to Man. cc po31 j-jn cc n1 p-acp d n1, vvz p-acp np1, cc cst av np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
18 But if we should fail in such our way of Reasoning; But if we should fail in such our Way of Reasoning; cc-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d po12 n1 pp-f vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
19 yet we have a more full confirmation of this Point, and that too by an express Deed of Gift made to Man by God himself, yet we have a more full confirmation of this Point, and that too by an express Deed of Gift made to Man by God himself, av pns12 vhb dt av-dc j n1 pp-f d n1, cc cst av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
20 when he bids him be Fruitful and Multiply, and replenish the Earth, and subdue it; when he bids him be Fruitful and Multiply, and replenish the Earth, and subdue it; c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 vbi j cc vvi, cc vvi dt n1, cc vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
21 And have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, And have dominion over the Fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, cc vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
22 and over every living thing, that moveth upon the earth; and over every living thing, that moves upon the earth; cc p-acp d j-vvg n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
23 with more to the same purpose recorded in the beginning of Genesis. And pursuant hereunto the Psalmist tells us, in the 115. Psal. and v. 16. That God hath given the earth to the children of men. with more to the same purpose recorded in the beginning of Genesis. And pursuant hereunto the Psalmist tells us, in the 115. Psalm and v. 16. That God hath given the earth to the children of men. p-acp av-dc p-acp dt d n1 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1. cc n1 av dt n1 vvz pno12, p-acp dt crd np1 cc n1 crd cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
24 Now a Deed of Gift from God, and that recorded by God himself, must needs be good; Now a Deed of Gift from God, and that recorded by God himself, must needs be good; av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc cst vvd p-acp np1 px31, vmb av vbi j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
25 and therefore without any more to do, we shall conclude in general, That God gave the Earth, that is, (as we said before) the Use, Product, Fruits and Profits of it, to Man. and Therefore without any more to do, we shall conclude in general, That God gave the Earth, that is, (as we said before) the Use, Product, Fruits and Profits of it, to Man. cc av p-acp d dc pc-acp vdi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cst np1 vvd dt n1, cst vbz, (c-acp pns12 vvd a-acp) dt n1, vvb, n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
26 Secondly, I would have you consider, that when God gave the Earth to Man, he did not give it to this Man, Secondly, I would have you Consider, that when God gave the Earth to Man, he did not give it to this Man, ord, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb, cst c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
27 or to that Man, exclusive of all the rest; or to that Man, exclusive of all the rest; cc p-acp d n1, j pp-f d dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
28 but that he gave it to Mankind in general, and that by so doing he gave it to every Man whom he should at any time make to dwell upon the face of it. but that he gave it to Mankind in general, and that by so doing he gave it to every Man whom he should At any time make to dwell upon the face of it. cc-acp cst pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp av vdg pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vmd p-acp d n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
29 And this is notorious, because he has Created every particular Man with such natural wants which must be supplied from the Earth; And this is notorious, Because he has Created every particular Man with such natural Wants which must be supplied from the Earth; cc d vbz j, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn d j n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
30 and because he has furnished the Earth with such a quantity of Provisions, as are abundantly sufficient for all the Men in it. and Because he has furnished the Earth with such a quantity of Provisions, as Are abundantly sufficient for all the Men in it. cc c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp vbr av-j j p-acp d dt n2 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
31 Now, where the Wants of all are Created by Him, who Creates the Supplies; and where the Supplies are sufficient to answer to such Wants; Now, where the Wants of all Are Created by Him, who Creates the Supplies; and where the Supplies Are sufficient to answer to such Wants; av, c-crq dt vvz pp-f d vbr vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz dt vvz; cc c-crq dt n2 vbr j p-acp vvb p-acp d vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
32 there the bare donation of such Supplies is a sufficient Argument of the extent of such Donation: there the bore donation of such Supplies is a sufficient Argument of the extent of such Donation: a-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
33 that is, it proves, that such Donation was designed and intended to all. that is, it Proves, that such Donation was designed and intended to all. cst vbz, pn31 vvz, cst d n1 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
34 There is therefore no doubt, but that every Man in the Earth has a Right and Title to so much of the Fruits and Products of it, There is Therefore no doubt, but that every Man in the Earth has a Right and Title to so much of the Fruits and Products of it, pc-acp vbz av dx n1, cc-acp cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz dt j-jn cc n1 p-acp av d pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
35 as may be sufficient for the supply of his Natural Wants, and that too by the tenor of that general Charter by which God gave the Earth to the Children of Men. as may be sufficient for the supply of his Natural Wants, and that too by the tenor of that general Charter by which God gave the Earth to the Children of Men. c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j vvz, cc cst av p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
36 Thirdly, God has by the Inabilities and Disappointments, or Providential defeats of many Men, put it out of their power to gain to themselves the Possession of such their Right and Title before they have it; Thirdly, God has by the Inabilities and Disappointments, or Providential defeats of many Men, put it out of their power to gain to themselves the Possession of such their Right and Title before they have it; ord, np1 vhz p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc np1 vvz pp-f d n2, vvb pn31 av pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f d po32 j-jn cc n1 c-acp pns32 vhb pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
37 or to recover such their Possession when they have lost it. or to recover such their Possession when they have lost it. cc p-acp vvb d po32 n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
38 For though he has in general given every Man a Right to so much as his Natural Wants require; yet he has not by any particular Assignment allotted to every Man such a separate Portion of those things which shall Answer to such Wants; For though he has in general given every Man a Right to so much as his Natural Wants require; yet he has not by any particular Assignment allotted to every Man such a separate Portion of those things which shall Answer to such Wants; p-acp cs pns31 vhz p-acp n1 vvn d n1 dt j-jn p-acp av av-d c-acp po31 j vvz vvi; av pns31 vhz xx p-acp d j n1 vvn p-acp d n1 d dt vvb n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vmb vvb p-acp d vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
39 but has left such division to be made by every Man's Wit, Parts, Power, or Industry, by Humane Laws, but has left such division to be made by every Man's Wit, Parts, Power, or Industry, by Humane Laws, cc-acp vhz vvn d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d ng1 n1, n2, n1, cc n1, p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
40 or by his own particular and over-ruling Providences. or by his own particular and overruling Providences. cc p-acp po31 d j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
41 By which perhaps it may seem at present, that his general Grant, as to such Men, is of no Use or Benefit. By which perhaps it may seem At present, that his general Grant, as to such Men, is of no Use or Benefit. p-acp r-crq av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j, cst po31 j n1, c-acp p-acp d n2, vbz pp-f dx n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
42 For what benefit can it be to any Man, that he has a Right to have his Natural Wants supplied, when by reason of Inability, Disappointments or Providential Defeats, he cannot obtain the actual Possession of such his Right, For what benefit can it be to any Man, that he has a Right to have his Natural Wants supplied, when by reason of Inability, Disappointments or Providential Defeats, he cannot obtain the actual Possession of such his Right, p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pn31 vbi p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vhz dt j-jn pc-acp vhi po31 j vvz vvn, c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n2 cc np1 vvz, pns31 vmbx vvi dt j n1 pp-f d po31 n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
43 and so his Wants are still continued? I would desire you therefore to consider in the and so his Wants Are still continued? I would desire you Therefore to Consider in the cc av po31 vvz vbr j vvn? pns11 vmd vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
44 Fourth Place, That God to make good his general Donation in the full Extent and Latitude of it, that is, Fourth Place, That God to make good his general Donation in the full Extent and Latitude of it, that is, ord n1, cst np1 pc-acp vvi j po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, cst vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
45 so that it may reach the Case of every particular Man, has ordained his Law of Love and Charity. Now by such his Law his Wisdom has so contrived things, that those Natural Wants of any particular Men, that cannot be supplied by themselves, shall be supplied by others; and so what we do not receive immediately from the Fountain, we shall derive from the Stream. And though things may to inconsiderate People seem to have been better ordered, had God in the division of the Fruits and Profits of the Earth allotted to every particular Man the Possession of his own Portion, so that it may reach the Case of every particular Man, has ordained his Law of Love and Charity. Now by such his Law his Wisdom has so contrived things, that those Natural Wants of any particular Men, that cannot be supplied by themselves, shall be supplied by Others; and so what we do not receive immediately from the Fountain, we shall derive from the Stream. And though things may to inconsiderate People seem to have been better ordered, had God in the division of the Fruits and Profits of the Earth allotted to every particular Man the Possession of his own Portion, av cst pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1, vhz vvn po31 n1 pp-f vvb cc n1. av p-acp d po31 n1 po31 n1 vhz av vvn n2, cst d j vvz pp-f d j n2, cst vmbx vbi vvn p-acp px32, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn; cc av r-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. cc cs n2 vmb p-acp j n1 vvb pc-acp vhi vbn av-jc vvn, vhd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d j n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
46 and so had put his necessary Provisions and Supplies in his own Hand, and by consequence in his own Power: and so had put his necessary Provisions and Supplies in his own Hand, and by consequence in his own Power: cc av vhd vvn po31 j n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
47 Yet it must be confessed, that such an Imagination comes from a short-sightedness in the Wisdom of the Divine Providence; Yet it must be confessed, that such an Imagination comes from a shortsightedness in the Wisdom of the Divine Providence; av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst d dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
48 because it is Notorious, that that Wisdom has by such an unequal distribution of the good things of this World so ordered Affairs, Because it is Notorious, that that Wisdom has by such an unequal distribution of the good things of this World so ordered Affairs, c-acp pn31 vbz j, cst d n1 vhz p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1 av vvd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
49 as to provide, that Goodness, Mercy, and Charity may be mixed with the Plenty of those that abound; as to provide, that goodness, Mercy, and Charity may be mixed with the Plenty of those that abound; c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst n1, n1, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
50 and that Gratitude, Humility, and Patience, may be mixed with the Poverty of those that want; and that Gratitude, Humility, and Patience, may be mixed with the Poverty of those that want; cc d n1, n1, cc n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
51 and that by that means he has made provision for the Souls, as well as the Bodies of both. And it must be confessed still further, that such a comprehensive provision is worthy the Love and Bounty of a God, and that by that means he has made provision for the Souls, as well as the Bodies of both. And it must be confessed still further, that such a comprehensive provision is worthy the Love and Bounty of a God, cc cst p-acp d n2 pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f av-d. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn av av-jc, cst d dt j n1 vbz j dt vvb cc n1 pp-f dt np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
52 and (when things are rightly considered) of his Wisdom too. and (when things Are rightly considered) of his Wisdom too. cc (c-crq n2 vbr av-jn vvn) pp-f po31 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
53 For from this unequal distribution of his Blessings arises that Regular and Beautiful Subordination in Mankind, from which all Governments whatsoever, For from this unequal distribution of his Blessings arises that Regular and Beautiful Subordination in Mankind, from which all Governments whatsoever, p-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvz d j cc j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq d n2 r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
54 and all the Blessings of such Governments do flow: and all the Blessings of such Governments do flow: cc d dt n2 pp-f d n2 vdb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
55 And so, what Inconsiderate men may think an Hardship to some, a prudent examination of the matter will pronounce to be a Blessing to all, because an Universal Harmony is the happy Result of the particular Varieties and Inequalities. And so, what Inconsiderate men may think an Hardship to Some, a prudent examination of the matter will pronounce to be a Blessing to all, Because an Universal Harmony is the happy Result of the particular Varieties and Inequalities. cc av, r-crq j n2 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt vvg p-acp d, p-acp dt j-u n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
56 And what is thus true of the unequal distributions of Wealth among the Children of Men, will be found to be so also of all other the unequal Distributions of any other Endowments that come from the Supreme and Universal Benefactor. And what is thus true of the unequal distributions of Wealth among the Children of Men, will be found to be so also of all other the unequal Distributions of any other Endowments that come from the Supreme and Universal Benefactor. cc q-crq vbz av j pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av av pp-f d j-jn dt j n2 pp-f d j-jn n2 cst vvb p-acp dt j cc j-u n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
57 For though he may give more Wisdom, or more Power, or more Favour and Interest to one Man than to another; For though he may give more Wisdom, or more Power, or more Favour and Interest to one Man than to Another; p-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi dc n1, cc dc n1, cc dc n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n1 cs p-acp j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
58 yet his Law of Love and Charity makes a good compensation for such Inequality; yet his Law of Love and Charity makes a good compensation for such Inequality; av po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
59 because by that Law he requires and expects, as he gives such Blessings only to some men, Because by that Law he requires and expects, as he gives such Blessings only to Some men, c-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz, c-acp pns31 vvz d ng2 av-j p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
60 so that they should communicate some of the Advantages of them, to others; and that by such Communications a Mutual Intercourse and Friendly Correspondence, so that they should communicate Some of the Advantages of them, to Others; and that by such Communications a Mutual Intercourse and Friendly Correspondence, av cst pns32 vmd vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f pno32, pc-acp n2-jn; cc cst p-acp d n2 dt j n1 cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
61 and all the Blessings of such Correspondence and Intercourse should be maintained among Mankind. and all the Blessings of such Correspondence and Intercourse should be maintained among Mankind. cc d dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
62 Now in order to bring what we have hitherto offered, to our present purpose and design, I would first take notice, That as all those things in which our Wealth does or can consist, are confessedly made by God (for to a sober and understanding Consideration, all the Productions of Nature are the effects of Omnipotence ) so all our Personal Endowments, Powers and Faculties, by which we obtain Power and Interest, Now in order to bring what we have hitherto offered, to our present purpose and Design, I would First take notice, That as all those things in which our Wealth does or can consist, Are confessedly made by God (for to a Sobrium and understanding Consideration, all the Productions of Nature Are the effects of Omnipotence) so all our Personal Endowments, Powers and Faculties, by which we obtain Power and Interest, av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb av vvn, p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, pns11 vmd ord vvi n1, cst p-acp d d n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vdz cc vmb vvi, vbr av-vvn vvn p-acp np1 (c-acp p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1) av d po12 j n2, n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
63 or are enabled for any other Useful and Beneficial purposes, do come from God also. or Are enabled for any other Useful and Beneficial Purposes, do come from God also. cc vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn j cc j n2, vdb vvi p-acp np1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
64 For it is certain, that we can no more make our own Powers and Faculties, than we can make Our selves. For it is certain, that we can no more make our own Powers and Faculties, than we can make Our selves. p-acp pn31 vbz j, cst pns12 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi po12 d n2 cc n2, cs pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
65 This Remark then being left in the way to make clear and plain what is to follow, we do to our present purpose and main design lay it down in the First place, That every Man is in Justice and Equity bound by the bare acceptance of any Donation whatsoever, to make good those Conditions upon which such Donation is made. This Remark then being left in the Way to make clear and plain what is to follow, we do to our present purpose and main Design lay it down in the First place, That every Man is in justice and Equity bound by the bore acceptance of any Donation whatsoever, to make good those Conditions upon which such Donation is made. d n1 av vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi j cc j r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, pns12 vdb p-acp po12 j n1 cc j n1 vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, cst d n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq, pc-acp vvi j d n2 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
66 For the Conditions being so annexed to the Deed of Gift, as to be made a part of it; For the Conditions being so annexed to the Deed of Gift, as to be made a part of it; p-acp dt n2 vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
67 it is not left in his power to accept the one, and refuse the other. And therefore in all such cases, it is not left in his power to accept the one, and refuse the other. And Therefore in all such cases, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvb dt crd, cc vvb dt j-jn. cc av p-acp d d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
68 if he do not accept the Conditions with the Deed, it is as good as taken for granted by the common sense of Mankind, that he does refuse the Deed likewise, if he do not accept the Conditions with the Deed, it is as good as taken for granted by the Common sense of Mankind, that he does refuse the Deed likewise, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp vvn c-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vdz vvi dt n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
69 and so the Deed does of it self become Void and Null. and so the Deed does of it self become Void and Null. cc av dt n1 vdz pp-f pn31 n1 vvi j cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
70 When therefore God has Inriched any Man with the bounties of Nature, or Endowed his Person with the Gifts of Nature; If he has by the Law of Love and Charity acquainted him, (as most certainly so he has) that he has not bestowed these things upon him for his own sake alone, When Therefore God has Enriched any Man with the bounties of Nature, or Endowed his Person with the Gifts of Nature; If he has by the Law of Love and Charity acquainted him, (as most Certainly so he has) that he has not bestowed these things upon him for his own sake alone, c-crq av np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cs pns31 vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn pno31, (c-acp av-ds av-j av pns31 vhz) cst pns31 vhz xx vvn d n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 d n1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
71 but that he expects from him, that by them he shall be Beneficial to others also; but that he expects from him, that by them he shall be Beneficial to Others also; cc-acp cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, cst p-acp pno32 pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n2-jn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
72 Such a Law so limiting the Donation, does thereby become a Condition of such Donation, Such a Law so limiting the Donation, does thereby become a Condition of such Donation, d dt n1 av vvg dt n1, vdz av vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
73 and therefore to accept such Donation, and yet to refuse the Performance of the Condition, is Base, Ingrateful, and Unjust. and Therefore to accept such Donation, and yet to refuse the Performance of the Condition, is Base, Ingrateful, and Unjust. cc av p-acp vvb d n1, cc av p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz j, j, cc j-u. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
74 For with what Face can any Man accept all he has from God, and yet refuse his Obedience to God's Commands, which requires him out of that All to supply his Brothers necessary Wants? And how devoid must he be both of Gratitude and Justice, who when God bestows upon him Ten Thousand Talents, will not, For with what Face can any Man accept all he has from God, and yet refuse his obedience to God's Commands, which requires him out of that All to supply his Brother's necessary Wants? And how devoid must he be both of Gratitude and justice, who when God bestows upon him Ten Thousand Talents, will not, p-acp p-acp r-crq n1 vmb d n1 vvi d pns31 vhz p-acp np1, cc av vvi po31 n1 p-acp npg1 vvz, r-crq vvz pno31 av pp-f d d pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 j vvz? cc c-crq j vmb pns31 vbi d pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31 crd crd n2, vmb xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
75 when God requires it, relieve his Brother with an Hundred Pence? Or how can any Man answer it to his own Conscience and Natural Modesty (for all Men have some Modesty from Nature, when God requires it, relieve his Brother with an Hundred Pence? Or how can any Man answer it to his own Conscience and Natural Modesty (for all Men have Some Modesty from Nature, c-crq np1 vvz pn31, vvb po31 n1 p-acp dt crd n2? cc q-crq vmb d n1 vvi pn31 p-acp po31 d n1 cc j n1 (c-acp d n2 vhb d n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
76 if they themselves do not throw it off) to deny to do a small Kindness to another at the sollicitation of that Benefactor from whom alone he has received his Abundance? Such a Denial is a flat Contradiction to all Gratitude, as it relates to such his Benefactor; as it is a flat Contradiction to all Humanity, as it relates to his Wanting Neighbour. For God by his Law of Love and Charity does require us to supply other Peoples Wants, chiefly and mostly out of our Superfluities; very seldom, and but in few Cases, out of our Conveniencies; but in no Case whatsoever, out of our Necessities; In such Cases he leaves us to the Gratification of our Self-love, if they themselves do not throw it off) to deny to do a small Kindness to Another At the solicitation of that Benefactor from whom alone he has received his Abundance? Such a Denial is a flat Contradiction to all Gratitude, as it relates to such his Benefactor; as it is a flat Contradiction to all Humanity, as it relates to his Wanting Neighbour. For God by his Law of Love and Charity does require us to supply other Peoples Wants, chiefly and mostly out of our Superfluities; very seldom, and but in few Cases, out of our Conveniences; but in no Case whatsoever, out of our Necessities; In such Cases he leaves us to the Gratification of our Self-love, cs pns32 px32 vdb xx vvi pn31 a-acp) pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi dt j n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp ro-crq av-j pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1? d dt n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d po31 n1; p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po31 vvg n1. p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 vvz, av-jn cc j av pp-f po12 n2; j av, cc p-acp p-acp d n2, av pp-f po12 n2; p-acp p-acp dx n1 r-crq, av pp-f po12 n2; p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
77 and permits us to prefer our selves. and permits us to prefer our selves. cc vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
78 And therefore the baseness of Uncharitableness is always attended with this ugly Circumstance, That we will not comply with our God, that is, with our Greatest, And Therefore the baseness of Uncharitableness is always attended with this ugly Circumstance, That we will not comply with our God, that is, with our Greatest, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d j n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp po12 n1, cst vbz, p-acp po12 js, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
79 nay our only Benefactor, in such Cases in which our Compliance can be no possible Damage to our own Interest. nay our only Benefactor, in such Cases in which our Compliance can be no possible Damage to our own Interest. uh-x po12 j n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi dx j n1 p-acp po12 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
80 By which it notoriously appears, That as not to Comply with our God, even because he is our God, is in the Case of Uncharitableness, Irreligion; and as not to comply with him, By which it notoriously appears, That as not to Comply with our God, even Because he is our God, is in the Case of Uncharitableness, Irreligion; and as not to comply with him, p-acp r-crq pn31 av-j vvz, cst p-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, av c-acp pns31 vbz po12 np1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1; cc c-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
81 because he is our Benefactor, is in the same Case Ingratitude; So, not to Comply with him, in the same Case still, Because he is our Benefactor, is in the same Case Ingratitude; So, not to Comply with him, in the same Case still, c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1, vbz p-acp dt d n1 n1; av, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp dt d n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
82 when it is no Prejudice to our Interest (as we have in short shewed it cannot possibly be) is Folly. And he, who by his Uncharitableness can be content to Brand himself with Three such Infamous Marks, may well be thought, when it is no Prejudice to our Interest (as we have in short showed it cannot possibly be) is Folly. And he, who by his Uncharitableness can be content to Brand himself with Three such Infamous Marks, may well be Thought, c-crq pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp po12 n1 (c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp j vvd pn31 vmbx av-j vbi) vbz n1. cc pns31, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp crd d j n2, vmb av vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
83 as to have no Regard for God, or his Neighbour; so also to have no Regard to his own Soul. as to have no Regard for God, or his Neighbour; so also to have no Regard to his own Soul. c-acp pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1; av av pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp po31 d n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
84 But further, to perswade you to Love and Charity from the Consideration we are at present upon; But further, to persuade you to Love and Charity from the Consideration we Are At present upon; p-acp jc, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp j p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
85 that is, as it has Regard to God, our great Benefactor: I do add, in the that is, as it has Regard to God, our great Benefactor: I do add, in the d vbz, c-acp pn31 vhz n1 p-acp np1, po12 j n1: pns11 vdb vvi, p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
86 Second place, That as every Man is in Justice and Equity bound by the bare acceptance of any Donation to make good those Conditions upon which the Donation was made; Second place, That as every Man is in justice and Equity bound by the bore acceptance of any Donation to make good those Conditions upon which the Donation was made; vvb n1, cst p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi j d n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbds vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
87 so every Man is bound, and that more strongly, not to employ any part of the Donation against the Donor himself. so every Man is bound, and that more strongly, not to employ any part of the Donation against the Donor himself. av d n1 vbz vvn, cc d dc av-j, xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
88 This I therefore add, because it will by and by appear, That where Men will not bestow their superfluities for the Relief of their Neighbour's Necessities, there they do most commonly fight against God with such their superfluities. This I Therefore add, Because it will by and by appear, That where Men will not bestow their superfluities for the Relief of their Neighbour's Necessities, there they do most commonly fight against God with such their superfluities. d pns11 av vvi, c-acp pn31 vmb p-acp cc p-acp vvi, cst c-crq n2 vmb xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 ng1 n2, a-acp pns32 vdb av-ds av-j vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
89 For we took notice just now, that God does not by the Law of Love and Charity take away any thing from our Necessaries; that he does very seldom, For we took notice just now, that God does not by the Law of Love and Charity take away any thing from our Necessaries; that he does very seldom, c-acp pns12 vvd n1 av av, cst np1 vdz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb av d n1 p-acp po12 n2-j; cst pns31 vdz av av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
90 and in some rare Cases only pare away any thing by it from our Conveniencies; and in Some rare Cases only pare away any thing by it from our Conveniences; cc p-acp d j n2 av-j vvi av d n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
91 and that therefore, generally speaking, the Expences of our Charity is in a manner only charged upon our superfluities. Now it can be neither Nature, and that Therefore, generally speaking, the Expenses of our Charity is in a manner only charged upon our superfluities. Now it can be neither Nature, cc cst av, av-j vvg, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2. av pn31 vmb vbi dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
92 nor Reason, nor Religion, that can disswade or hinder Men from deducting a Charity out of their Superfluities. nor Reason, nor Religion, that can dissuade or hinder Men from deducting a Charity out of their Superfluities. ccx n1, ccx n1, cst vmb vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp vvg dt n1 av pp-f po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
93 For all these three will of themselves suggest to us, That what God has given us over and above, For all these three will of themselves suggest to us, That what God has given us over and above, p-acp d d crd n1 pp-f px32 vvi p-acp pno12, cst r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 a-acp cc a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
94 and to spare, beyond our own convenient Supplies, cannot be better imployed than for the necessary Supplies of other people. and to spare, beyond our own convenient Supplies, cannot be better employed than for the necessary Supplies of other people. cc pc-acp vvi, p-acp po12 d j vvz, vmbx vbi av-jc vvn cs p-acp dt j vvz pp-f j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
95 It must be then something else; and not only so, but also something that is contrary to Nature, Reason, It must be then something Else; and not only so, but also something that is contrary to Nature, Reason, pn31 vmb vbi av pi av; cc xx av-j av, cc-acp av pi cst vbz j-jn p-acp n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
96 and Religion, that must perswade people to divert their Superfluities from so Noble and Beneficial an Use. and Religion, that must persuade people to divert their Superfluities from so Noble and Beneficial an Use. cc n1, cst vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp av j cc j dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
97 And then, if we still go on, and enquire what that something is; the Issue of the Enquiry will be, That it must be Vice and Wickedness. And then, if we still go on, and inquire what that something is; the Issue of the Enquiry will be, That it must be Vice and Wickedness. cc av, cs pns12 av vvb a-acp, cc vvi r-crq d pi vbz; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi, cst pn31 vmb vbi n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
98 For nothing but that can ever perswade people to Act counter to Religion, Reason, and Nature. For nothing but that can ever persuade people to Act counter to Religion, Reason, and Nature. p-acp pix cc-acp d vmb av vvi n1 p-acp n1 j p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
99 Now though this sin be sometimes Covetousness, yet it is not always so; nay, it is not so for the most part. Now though this since be sometime Covetousness, yet it is not always so; nay, it is not so for the most part. av cs d n1 vbi av n1, av pn31 vbz xx av av; uh-x, pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt av-ds n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
100 For many times when Covetousness is the means to rake Superfluities together; Yet even then Luxury, Pride, Wantonness, and Debauchery shall be the End of such means. For many times when Covetousness is the means to rake Superfluities together; Yet even then Luxury, Pride, Wantonness, and Debauchery shall be the End of such means. p-acp d n2 c-crq n1 vbz dt n2 p-acp vvb n2 av; av av av n1, n1, n1, cc n1 vmb vbi dt vvb pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
101 But be it one, or be it t'other; But be it one, or be it tother; cc-acp vbb pn31 pi, cc vbi pn31 j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
102 that is, let Men be Niggards of their Superfluities, either to gratify the closer Sin of Covetousness, or the looser Sins of Pride and Dehauchery; yet in both Cases they do not only withhold those Superfluities from their necessitous Brethren, and so sin against God's Law of Love and Charity; that is, let Men be Niggards of their Superfluities, either to gratify the closer since of Covetousness, or the looser Sins of Pride and Dehauchery; yet in both Cases they do not only withhold those Superfluities from their necessitous Brothers, and so sin against God's Law of Love and Charity; d vbz, vvb n2 vbi ng1 pp-f po32 n2, av-d pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f n1, cc dt jc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; av p-acp d n2 pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi d n2 p-acp po32 j n2, cc av vvb p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
103 But they do over and above directly employ them against God himself, and so do by them cherish and foment that his enemy, which his Soul abhors, But they do over and above directly employ them against God himself, and so do by them cherish and foment that his enemy, which his Soul abhors, cc-acp pns32 vdb a-acp cc a-acp av-j vvi pno32 p-acp np1 px31, cc av vdb p-acp pno32 vvi cc n1 cst po31 n1, r-crq po31 n1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
104 and that is Sin. For Covetousness, as the Apostle tells us, Col. 3.5. is Idolatry. And though Uncharitableness, barely as such, does break one of God's Laws; and that is Sin. For Covetousness, as the Apostle tells us, Col. 3.5. is Idolatry. And though Uncharitableness, barely as such, does break one of God's Laws; cc d vbz np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. vbz n1. cc cs n1, av-j c-acp d, vdz vvi crd pp-f npg1 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
105 yet when accompanied with Idolatry, it renounces his Person and Government; that is, it thrusts him out of his Throne, yet when accompanied with Idolatry, it renounces his Person and Government; that is, it thrusts him out of his Throne, av c-crq vvd p-acp n1, pn31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1; cst vbz, pn31 vvz pno31 av pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
106 and sets up another in his stead. and sets up Another in his stead. cc vvz a-acp j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
107 And so, on the other side, when a man withholds his Superfluities from his necessitous Brother, that he may lay them out upon his Lusts, he does not barely divert them from that Use, which God designs; but he does also pervert them to that Use which God forbids: He does by them not only not cherish God's friends, but he does also abet his enemies; and to make the crime look blacker still, he does by them abet the enemy of him, from whom alone he receives them. And so, on the other side, when a man withholds his Superfluities from his necessitous Brother, that he may lay them out upon his Lustiest, he does not barely divert them from that Use, which God designs; but he does also pervert them to that Use which God forbids: He does by them not only not cherish God's Friends, but he does also abet his enemies; and to make the crime look blacker still, he does by them abet the enemy of him, from whom alone he receives them. cc av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp po31 vvz, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 p-acp cst vvb, r-crq np1 n2; p-acp pns31 vdz av vvb pno32 p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz: pns31 vdz p-acp pno32 xx j xx vvi npg1 n2, p-acp pns31 vdz av vvb po31 n2; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvi jc-jn n1, pns31 vdz p-acp pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, p-acp ro-crq av-j pns31 vvz pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
108 And if this Crime be so heinous; And if this Crime be so heinous; cc cs d n1 vbb av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
109 Then what shall we say of the Sin of those Men who employ their Wealth, Power, Interest, Then what shall we say of the since of those Men who employ their Wealth, Power, Interest, av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvb po32 n1, n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
110 or Parts, for the oppressing and injuring of those very People, for whose Relief and Comfort the Abundance of such things was bestow'd on them by God. or Parts, for the oppressing and injuring of those very People, for whose Relief and Comfort the Abundance of such things was bestowed on them by God. cc n2, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d j n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
111 Certainly as this Sin is directed point-blank against the design of such his Donation; so the guilt of it must needs be enhanced and aggravated by such its direction. For it does, in effect, turn Bread into Poison; Certainly as this since is directed point-blank against the Design of such his Donation; so the guilt of it must needs be enhanced and aggravated by such its direction. For it does, in Effect, turn Bred into Poison; av-j c-acp d n1 vbz vvn j p-acp dt vvb pp-f d po31 n1; av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp d po31 n1. p-acp pn31 vdz, p-acp n1, vvb n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
112 and so makes the Means of Life to become the Instrument of Death. Which ought to be well considered by all wealthy and potent Oppressors; and so makes the Means of Life to become the Instrument of Death. Which ought to be well considered by all wealthy and potent Oppressors's; cc av vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp d j cc j ng2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
113 who, when God shall call them to it, will give but a very ill Account of their Stewardship: who, when God shall call them to it, will give but a very ill Account of their Stewardship: r-crq, c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, vmb vvi p-acp dt j n-jn vvb pp-f po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
114 because, when he shall take the matter into his own hand, (as he does all along in his Word assure us he will) their perverting his designs of Mercy will give an Edge to the Executions of his Justice; and they shall therefore have Judgment without Mercy, Because, when he shall take the matter into his own hand, (as he does all along in his Word assure us he will) their perverting his designs of Mercy will give an Edge to the Executions of his justice; and they shall Therefore have Judgement without Mercy, c-acp, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (c-acp pns31 vdz d p-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvb pno12 pns31 vmb) po32 vvg po31 n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; cc pns32 vmb av vhi n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
115 because they turned the means of Mercy into those of Oppression and Cruelty. Because they turned the means of Mercy into those of Oppression and Cruelty. c-acp pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
116 And thus I have in general laid before you our Obligations to Charity, taken from the Consideration of God's general Grant, by which he gave the Earth to Man indefinitely; And thus I have in general laid before you our Obligations to Charity, taken from the Consideration of God's general Grant, by which he gave the Earth to Man indefinitely; cc av pns11 vhb p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pn22 po12 n2 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
117 that is, to one Man, as well as another, and by consequence to every Man; that is, to one Man, as well as Another, and by consequence to every Man; d vbz, p-acp crd n1, c-acp av c-acp j-jn, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
118 and from his Law of Love and Charity, by which he makes good his general Grant to every Man in particular, though the Distributions of his Providence are so unequal, that some Men obtain no share in it by such distributions. and from his Law of Love and Charity, by which he makes good his general Grant to every Man in particular, though the Distributions of his Providence Are so unequal, that Some Men obtain no share in it by such distributions. cc p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvb cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz j po31 n1 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp j, cs dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr av j, cst d n2 vvi dx n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
119 For I thought it proper, First to acquaint you under what Obligations you are, to be Charitable, before I offer'd you any Instructions to Conduct your Charity: For I Thought it proper, First to acquaint you under what Obligations you Are, to be Charitable, before I offered you any Instructions to Conduct your Charity: p-acp pns11 vvd pn31 j, ord pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp r-crq n2 pn22 vbr, pc-acp vbi j, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 d n2 p-acp vvb po22 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
120 For we shall be the more willing to learn how to practise any Duty, when once we are convinced, that the practice of such Duty is Necessary. And I cannot but hope, that you will still the more diligently attend to, For we shall be the more willing to Learn how to practise any Duty, when once we Are convinced, that the practice of such Duty is Necessary. And I cannot but hope, that you will still the more diligently attend to, c-acp pns12 vmb vbi dt av-dc j p-acp vvb c-crq pc-acp vvb d n1, c-crq a-acp pns12 vbr vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz j. cc pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, cst pn22 vmb av dt av-dc av-j vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
121 and the more carefully practise the Instructions which are to follow, when I have acquainted you, That I received them from a Publick Hand, and the more carefully practise the Instructions which Are to follow, when I have acquainted you, That I received them from a Public Hand, cc dt av-dc av-j vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
122 and that upon that account they are the more likely to be pertinent to the Business of the Day, and so the more proper to direct that Charitable Design, which is the Occasion of the present Solemnity. and that upon that account they Are the more likely to be pertinent to the Business of the Day, and so the more proper to Direct that Charitable Design, which is the Occasion of the present Solemnity. cc cst p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr dt av-dc j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi d j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
123 The Instructions then, which are to follow, may (as I conceive) be ranged under Two Heads. The Instructions then, which Are to follow, may (as I conceive) be ranged under Two Heads. dt n2 av, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi, vmb (c-acp pns11 vvb) vbb vvn p-acp crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
124 First, Such as concern those who Receive the Charity, and Enjoy the Benefit of the several Hospitals: And First, Such as concern those who Receive the Charity, and Enjoy the Benefit of the several Hospitals: And ord, d c-acp vvi d r-crq vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n2: cc (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
125 Secondly, Such who Manage such Charity. Secondly, Such who Manage such Charity. ord, d r-crq vvb d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
126 And First, They who Receive the Charity and enjoy the Benefit of the several Hospitals, ought, And First, They who Receive the Charity and enjoy the Benefit of the several Hospitals, ought, cc ord, pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, pi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
127 First, To Praise God, the Author and Giver of all Good Things, who has made Provision for their Necessities and Conveniencies in a more extraordinary way, First, To Praise God, the Author and Giver of all Good Things, who has made Provision for their Necessities and Conveniences in a more extraordinary Way, ord, p-acp n1 np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt av-dc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
128 than he has for others their fellow Creatures. than he has for Others their fellow Creatures. cs pns31 vhz p-acp n2-jn po32 n1 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
129 For some of those others, are forced to Toil and Labour to gain the Possession of what they want, before they can possibly enjoy what they want; For Some of those Others, Are forced to Toil and Labour to gain the Possession of what they want, before they can possibly enjoy what they want; p-acp d pp-f d n2-jn, vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb, c-acp pns32 vmb av-j vvi r-crq pns32 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
130 and so their Labuor wears away as much of their Strength and Life, as the Fruits of their Labour do Maintain; that is, they Labour and Toil that they may Live; and they Live that they may Toil and Labour: so that though they Live by the Bounty of God, and so their Labuor wears away as much of their Strength and Life, as the Fruits of their Labour do Maintain; that is, they Labour and Toil that they may Live; and they Live that they may Toil and Labour: so that though they Live by the Bounty of God, cc av po32 n1 vvz av p-acp d pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vdb vvb; cst vbz, pns32 vvb cc n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi; cc pns32 vvb cst pns32 vmb n1 cc n1: av cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
131 yet they do not Live without their own Care and Labour besides. yet they do not Live without their own Care and Labour beside. av pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 d vvb cc vvi a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
132 Whereas most of those people who subsist by the Hospital-Charities, have the Benefit of their Maintenance without either the Care or Labour of Providing such Maintenance: Whereas most of those people who subsist by the Hospital-Charities, have the Benefit of their Maintenance without either the Care or Labour of Providing such Maintenance: cs ds pp-f d n1 r-crq vvi p-acp dt ng1, vhb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
133 For you cannot but know, that the Poor of Four Hospitals in the Five, are in a manner wholly exempt from all such Labour and Care. For you cannot but know, that the Poor of Four Hospitals in the Five, Are in a manner wholly exempt from all such Labour and Care. c-acp pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi, cst dt j pp-f crd n2 p-acp dt crd, vbr p-acp dt n1 av-jn j p-acp d d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
134 By which means it comes to pass, that they who are in the greatest Want, are at less trouble to supply such their Wants, By which means it comes to pass, that they who Are in the greatest Want, Are At less trouble to supply such their Wants, p-acp r-crq vvz pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp dt js n1, vbr p-acp dc n1 p-acp vvb d po32 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
135 than those that have the greatest Wealth: than those that have the greatest Wealth: cs d cst vhb dt js n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
136 and an Hospital-Lazar is exempt from all those Cares which attend the House-keeping of every Dives whatsoever. and an Hospital-Lazar is exempt from all those Cares which attend the Housekeeping of every Dives whatsoever. cc dt n1 vbz j p-acp d d n2 r-crq vvb dt n-vvg pp-f d vvz r-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
137 The thing has in it matter of some wonder, that people should live at more Ease upon other Mens Estates, The thing has in it matter of Some wonder, that people should live At more Ease upon other Men's Estates, dt n1 vhz p-acp pn31 n1 pp-f d n1, cst n1 vmd vvi p-acp dc n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
138 than other Men do upon their own. But such Wonders God can and has brought to pass; Deus illis huc otia fecit. than other Men do upon their own. But such Wonders God can and has brought to pass; Deus illis huc Leisure fecit. cs j-jn n2 vdb p-acp po32 d. p-acp d vvz np1 vmb cc vhz vvn pc-acp vvi; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
139 And upon this account it becomes their more especial Duty to Praise God for his Bounty and Mercy to them. And upon this account it becomes their more especial Duty to Praise God for his Bounty and Mercy to them. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vvz po32 n1 j n1 p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
140 And this their Duty is to be particulariz'd in the next place, by their praising him for their Founders and Benefactors, And this their Duty is to be particularized in the next place, by their praising him for their Founders and Benefactors, cc d po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp po32 vvg pno31 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
141 and the Faithful Trustees, Executors and Administrators of either; and the Faithful Trustees, Executors and Administrators of either; cc dt j np1, n2 cc n2 pp-f d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
142 of whom therefore they ought to entertain Honourable Thoughts, and (as occasion offers it self) to make Honourable mention. For though all Blessings whatsoever do originally come from God; yet he is pleased to single out some Persons more especially, and in some signal Cases, whom he makes the Instruments of Conveying such his Blessings to Men: And which is more and more to our purpose, to those, whom he employs as such his Instruments, he does not only allow but require an Honour to be paid in its due proportion, of whom Therefore they ought to entertain Honourable Thoughts, and (as occasion offers it self) to make Honourable mention. For though all Blessings whatsoever do originally come from God; yet he is pleased to single out Some Persons more especially, and in Some signal Cases, whom he makes the Instruments of Conveying such his Blessings to Men: And which is more and more to our purpose, to those, whom he employs as such his Instruments, he does not only allow but require an Honour to be paid in its due proportion, pp-f ro-crq av pns32 vmd p-acp vvb j n2, cc (c-acp n1 vvz pn31 n1) p-acp vvb j vvi. c-acp cs d n2 r-crq vdb av-j vvi p-acp np1; av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp j av d n2 av-dc av-j, cc p-acp d n1 n2, ro-crq pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f vvg d po31 n2 p-acp n2: cc r-crq vbz av-dc cc av-dc p-acp po12 n1, p-acp d, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 n2, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvb p-acp vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
143 as well as to Himself. Thus because our being is his First and great Blessing to us, as well as to Himself. Thus Because our being is his First and great Blessing to us, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp px31. av p-acp po12 n1 vbz po31 ord cc j vvg p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
144 and that without which we should not be in a capacity of receiving any other Blessing from him; and that without which we should not be in a capacity of receiving any other Blessing from him; cc cst p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd xx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d j-jn n1 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
145 and because he does by our Parents bestow this great Blessing upon us; and Because he does by our Parents bestow this great Blessing upon us; cc c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp po12 n2 vvi d j n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
146 therefore he does, and that too by his Law, require, that we pay the First and greatest Honour to our Parents: And therefore we know, that in those Laws of his, which concern our Duty to Mankind, he has Allotted the First place to that Duty and Honour which we owe to our Parents. And as our First Duty is owing to our Parents, because from them we receive the First and greatest Blessing, our Being; so the next Duty is owing to such our Benefactors by whose Bounty we Subsist; Therefore he does, and that too by his Law, require, that we pay the First and greatest Honour to our Parents: And Therefore we know, that in those Laws of his, which concern our Duty to Mankind, he has Allotted the First place to that Duty and Honour which we owe to our Parents. And as our First Duty is owing to our Parents, Because from them we receive the First and greatest Blessing, our Being; so the next Duty is owing to such our Benefactors by whose Bounty we Subsist; av pns31 vdz, cc cst av p-acp po31 n1, vvb, cst pns12 vvb dt ord cc js vvb p-acp po12 n2: cc av pns12 vvb, cst p-acp d n2 pp-f png31, r-crq vvb po12 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vhz vvn dt ord n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2. cc p-acp po12 ord n1 vbz vvg p-acp po12 n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 pns12 vvb dt ord cc js n1, po12 vbg; av dt ord n1 vbz vvg p-acp d po12 n2 p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
147 that is, to whose Bounty we owe the Continuation and Preservation of our Being. that is, to whose Bounty we owe the Continuation and Preservation of our Being. cst vbz, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 vbg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
148 All those therefore, who are partakers of the Charities of the Hospitals, are bound to Praise God for their Founders and Benefactors, All those Therefore, who Are partakers of the Charities of the Hospitals, Are bound to Praise God for their Founders and Benefactors, av-d d av, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt ng1 pp-f dt n2, vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
149 because by their Bounty their Being is preserved and continued. Because by their Bounty their Being is preserved and continued. c-acp p-acp po32 n1 po32 vbg vbz vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
150 And if I might be allowed to offer my Directions in the Case, I should think it advisable, That the Governours of each Hospital should set apart some Days, And if I might be allowed to offer my Directions in the Case, I should think it advisable, That the Governors of each Hospital should Set apart Some Days, cc cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po11 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmd vvi pn31 j, cst dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmd vvi av d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
151 or at least One in every Year, in in which all the Poor in their Respective Hospitals, which are able so to do, should be bound under some Penalty to be Present at a publick and solemn Commemoration, (more particularly of the Founders King Henry the 8th and King Edward the 6th) and at least at a general Thanksgiving offered up in Devout Praises for them and all their other Benefactors. or At least One in every Year, in in which all the Poor in their Respective Hospitals, which Are able so to do, should be bound under Some Penalty to be Present At a public and solemn Commemoration, (more particularly of the Founders King Henry the 8th and King Edward the 6th) and At least At a general Thanksgiving offered up in Devout Praises for them and all their other Benefactors. cc p-acp ds crd p-acp d n1, p-acp p-acp r-crq d dt j p-acp po32 j n2, r-crq vbr j av pc-acp vdi, vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j cc j n1, (av-dc av-jn pp-f dt ng1 n1 np1 dt ord cc n1 np1 dt ord) cc p-acp ds p-acp dt j n1 vvd a-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp pno32 cc d po32 j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
152 And Thirdly, as those, who are partakers of the Hospital-Charities ought to Praise God for their Founders and Benefactors, And Thirdly, as those, who Are partakers of the Hospital-Charities ought to Praise God for their Founders and Benefactors, cc ord, p-acp d, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt ng1 vmd p-acp vvb np1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
153 whether Dead or Alive; so ought they to Pray for such their Benefactors and Governours which are now Living. For since their condition is such, that they can make no other requital to the one for their Bounty, nor to the other for their Love, Labour, and Care; they ought at least to recommend the Recompence of such Bounty, Labour, whither Dead or Alive; so ought they to Pray for such their Benefactors and Governors which Are now Living. For since their condition is such, that they can make no other requital to the one for their Bounty, nor to the other for their Love, Labour, and Care; they ought At least to recommend the Recompense of such Bounty, Labour, cs j cc j; av vmd pns32 p-acp vvb p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr av vvg. c-acp c-acp po32 n1 vbz d, cst pns32 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt crd p-acp po32 n1, ccx p-acp dt j-jn p-acp po32 vvi, n1, cc vvb; pns32 vmd p-acp ds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
154 and Care, to the Throne of the Divine Grace; and Care, to the Throne of the Divine Grace; cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
155 that he who has put it in their Hearts to do him a Service so Beneficial to themselves, may by their Devotions be engaged to Reward such their Service by his Gracious Hand. that he who has put it in their Hearts to do him a Service so Beneficial to themselves, may by their Devotions be engaged to Reward such their Service by his Gracious Hand. cst pns31 r-crq vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vdi pno31 dt n1 av j p-acp px32, vmb p-acp po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp vvb d po32 n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
156 Foruthly, As they who are partakers of the Hospital Charities should praise God with their Hearts and Lips for such his Mercy; Foruthly, As they who Are partakers of the Hospital Charities should praise God with their Hearts and Lips for such his Mercy; j, c-acp pns32 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 ng1 vmd vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp d po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
157 so ought they also to do it with their Lives. For they who subsist by other Peoples Obedience to Gods Laws (as they most certainly do who Subsist by other Peoples Charities) are for that Reason obliged in an extraordinary Measure not to break God Laws themselves: And since if others had not observed his Commands, they themselves must have Perished for want of Maintenance; so ought they also to do it with their Lives. For they who subsist by other Peoples obedience to God's Laws (as they most Certainly do who Subsist by other Peoples Charities) Are for that Reason obliged in an extraordinary Measure not to break God Laws themselves: And since if Others had not observed his Commands, they themselves must have Perished for want of Maintenance; av vmd pns32 av pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp po32 vvz. c-acp pns32 r-crq vvi p-acp j-jn ng1 n1 p-acp npg1 n2 (c-acp pns32 av-ds av-j vdi r-crq vvi p-acp j-jn ng1 ng1) vbr p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi np1 n2 px32: cc c-acp cs n2-jn vhb xx vvn po31 vvz, pns32 px32 vmb vhi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
158 It is but Just and Equitable if they do Perish when they themselves neglect his Commands. It is but Just and Equitable if they do Perish when they themselves neglect his Commands. pn31 vbz p-acp j cc j cs pns32 vdb vvb c-crq pns32 px32 vvb po31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
159 Shall I add here, That even Benefactors and Governours themselves ought in all the Instances hitherto mentioned to join with the respective Poor in Praising God for the several Founders and Benefactors? For we all ought to Praise God for Good and Pious Examples: Shall I add Here, That even Benefactors and Governors themselves ought in all the Instances hitherto mentioned to join with the respective Poor in Praising God for the several Founders and Benefactors? For we all ought to Praise God for Good and Pious Examples: vmb pns11 vvi av, cst av n2 cc n2 px32 vmd p-acp d dt n2 av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j j p-acp vvg np1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2? c-acp pns12 d pi p-acp n1 np1 p-acp j cc j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
160 They are good means of Grace, and lively Incentives to the like Pious and Religious Duties; They Are good means of Grace, and lively Incentives to the like Pious and Religious Duties; pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2-jn p-acp dt j j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
161 And they ought to praise God for what is Beneficial to their Souls, as much as the Poor ought to praise him for what is Beneficial to their Bodies. And they ought to praise God for what is Beneficial to their Souls, as much as the Poor ought to praise him for what is Beneficial to their Bodies. cc pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp r-crq vbz j p-acp po32 n2, p-acp d c-acp dt j vmd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp r-crq vbz j p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
162 One thing more I shall here add, and then shall proceed: And that is this: One thing more I shall Here add, and then shall proceed: And that is this: crd n1 av-dc pns11 vmb av vvi, cc av vmb vvi: cc d vbz d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
163 I have here laid down the Duties of the Poor, who are partakers of the several Charities. I have Here laid down the Duties of the Poor, who Are partakers of the several Charities. pns11 vhb av vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt j ng1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
164 Now perhaps, though what I have said in the Case has been but little; yet it may therefore be thought too much, because most of those Poor whom the Duties do concern, are not present; Now perhaps, though what I have said in the Case has been but little; yet it may Therefore be Thought too much, Because most of those Poor whom the Duties do concern, Are not present; av av, cs r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 vhz vbn p-acp j; av pn31 vmb av vbi vvn av av-d, c-acp ds pp-f d j r-crq dt n2 vdb vvi, vbr xx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
165 and so the Directions and Exhortatations offered may be thought to be thrown away. But though they are not most of them here; and so the Directions and Exhortations offered may be Thought to be thrown away. But though they Are not most of them Here; cc av dt n2 cc n2 vvn vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av. p-acp cs pns32 vbr xx av-ds pp-f pno32 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
166 yet I am well assured, that they that have the Authority and Inspection over them, are. And then I need but add, That as it is the Duty of the Poor to do what has been Taught; so it is the Duty of their Governours to take Care that they so do. yet I am well assured, that they that have the authority and Inspection over them, Are. And then I need but add, That as it is the Duty of the Poor to do what has been Taught; so it is the Duty of their Governors to take Care that they so do. av pns11 vbm av vvn, cst pns32 cst vhb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, vbr. cc av pns11 vvb cc-acp vvb, cst c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vdi r-crq vhz vbn vvn; av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vvi vvb cst pns32 av vdb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
167 And I must add, that this God expects of you, and that therefore this is part of the Charge that you have taken upon you; And I must add, that this God expects of you, and that Therefore this is part of the Charge that you have taken upon you; cc pns11 vmb vvi, cst d np1 vvz pp-f pn22, cc cst av d vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
168 and therefore cannot, I am sure, ought not to be neglected by you. and Therefore cannot, I am sure, ought not to be neglected by you. cc av vmbx, pns11 vbm j, vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
169 For they who take care to Relieve Men's Bodies, have by that means alone a mighty Power put into their hands of regulating their Manners; because they may bind them up to such a regulation by that Natural, Strong, For they who take care to Relieve Men's Bodies, have by that means alone a mighty Power put into their hands of regulating their Manners; Because they may bind them up to such a regulation by that Natural, Strong, p-acp pns32 r-crq vvb n1 pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, vhb p-acp d n2 av-j dt j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2 pp-f vvg po32 n2; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
170 and Mighty Tye, the love of themselves. and Mighty Tie, the love of themselves. cc j n1, dt n1 pp-f px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
171 And so I have done with my First Directions, that is Directions to those who are Partkers of the Charities. And so I have done with my First Directions, that is Directions to those who Are Partkers of the Charities. cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp po11 ord n2, cst vbz n2 p-acp d r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt ng1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
172 The Second fort of Directions follow, which concern those who take care of the Admistration of such Charities. The Second fort of Directions follow, which concern those who take care of the Administration of such Charities. dt ord n1 pp-f n2 vvb, r-crq vvb d r-crq vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d ng1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
173 And such Directions are of Two sorts. First, Such as concern the Governours of all the Hospitals in General. And And such Directions Are of Two sorts. First, Such as concern the Governors of all the Hospitals in General. And cc d n2 vbr pp-f crd n2. ord, d c-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp j. cc (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
174 Secondly, Such as concern the Respective Governours of Each Particular Hospital. Secondly, Such as concern the Respective Governors of Each Particular Hospital. ord, d c-acp vvb dt j n2 pp-f d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
175 The Directions which concern the Governours of all the Hospitals in General, I shall from the Instructions that I have received in the Case, lay down in the following Order. The Directions which concern the Governors of all the Hospitals in General, I shall from the Instructions that I have received in the Case, lay down in the following Order. dt n2 r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp j, pns11 vmb p-acp dt n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
176 And First, It will become every Governour to inform himself well of the End and Design to which that Hospital, of which he is Governour, was at First Directed and Intended. For he who keeps his Eye directed to his End, will be the less likely to miss his way to such End. Now the best way to gain such Information, will be to make himself acquainted with the Charter of his Hospital, And First, It will become every Governor to inform himself well of the End and Design to which that Hospital, of which he is Governor, was At First Directed and Intended. For he who keeps his Eye directed to his End, will be the less likely to miss his Way to such End. Now the best Way to gain such Information, will be to make himself acquainted with the Charter of his Hospital, cc ord, pn31 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av pp-f dt vvb cc n1 p-acp r-crq d n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz n1, vbds p-acp ord vvn cc vvn. c-acp pns31 r-crq vvz po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 vvb, vmb vbi dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 av dt js n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, vmb vbi pc-acp vvi px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
177 and with the Practices of the First Governours in persuance of such Charter. For the Founders are in reason to be supposed to know their own Designs best; and with the Practices of the First Governors in pursuance of such Charter. For the Founders Are in reason to be supposed to know their own Designs best; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp dt n2 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvb po32 d n2 av-js; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
178 and their Charters are in reason to be supposed best to express such their Knowledg; and their Charters Are in reason to be supposed best to express such their Knowledge; cc po32 n2 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn js p-acp j d po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
179 and the Practises of the First Governours are in reason to be supposed to be most Plain and Simple, and to come up closest to the Charters. and the Practises of the First Governors Are in reason to be supposed to be most Plain and Simple, and to come up closest to the Charters. cc dt n2 pp-f dt ord n2 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av-ds j cc j, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp js p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
180 Secondly, It would become every Governour to have a particular and Hearty Affection to that sort of Charity, whose Management and Care he takes upon him by being made a Governour. Secondly, It would become every Governor to have a particular and Hearty Affection to that sort of Charity, whose Management and Care he Takes upon him by being made a Governor. ord, pn31 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vhi dt j cc j n1 p-acp cst n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp vbg vvn dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
181 To this purpose a Charitable Man would do well to examine his Heart, to what sort of Charity the Inclinations of his Compassion do mostly and chiefly lead him. To this purpose a Charitable Man would do well to examine his Heart, to what sort of Charity the Inclinations of his Compassion do mostly and chiefly led him. p-acp d n1 dt j n1 vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vdb j cc av-jn vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
182 For some People are more tenderly touched by the tender Age, and helpless Innocence of young Children: For Some People Are more tenderly touched by the tender Age, and helpless Innocence of young Children: p-acp d n1 vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
183 Others have a more sensible Compunction for the Pains, Wants, and Miserable Condition of the Sick, Impotent, and Maimed; Others have a more sensible Compunction for the Pains, Wants, and Miserable Condition of the Sick, Impotent, and Maimed; ng2-jn vhb dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n2, vvz, cc j n1 pp-f dt j, j, cc vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
184 some Men have a great Aversation to Idleness; and some an Horror and Detestation to Vice and Debauchery. Some Men have a great Aversation to Idleness; and Some an Horror and Detestation to Vice and Debauchery. d n2 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1; cc d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
185 Other such like Inclinations might be Named, but these answer best to our present Purpose, and the Time will not allow us to be Superfluous. To our Purpose then: Other such like Inclinations might be Nam, but these answer best to our present Purpose, and the Time will not allow us to be Superfluous. To our Purpose then: n-jn d j n2 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp d n1 av-js p-acp po12 j n1, cc dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j. p-acp po12 n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
186 Common Sense will tell us, that a Zeal against Vice and Idleness will best qualify a Man (whenever he has a fair occasion offer'd him) to endeavour to Reclaim such People who are guilty of them; Common Sense will tell us, that a Zeal against Vice and Idleness will best qualify a Man (whenever he has a fair occasion offered him) to endeavour to Reclaim such People who Are guilty of them; j n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb av-js vvi dt n1 (av pns31 vhz dt j n1 vvd pno31) pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq vbr j pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
187 and that therefore he is the more likely to make a good Governour in that Hospital which is designed for that purpose. and that Therefore he is the more likely to make a good Governor in that Hospital which is designed for that purpose. cc cst av pns31 vbz dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp cst n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
188 For every Man will pursue that design with an Hearty Zeal, to which his peculiar and Natural Inclinations lead him; For every Man will pursue that Design with an Hearty Zeal, to which his peculiar and Natural Inclinations led him; p-acp d n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq po31 j cc j n2 vvb pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
189 and in such a Case he will hardly grow weary in Well-doing. and in such a Case he will hardly grow weary in Welldoing. cc p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vmb av vvi j p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
190 And he, who can design Good, and do Good, and Persevere in so doing, is the likeliest Man in Nature to bring the Good, he does, to Perfection. And he, who can Design Good, and do Good, and Persevere in so doing, is the likeliest Man in Nature to bring the Good, he does, to Perfection. cc pns31, r-crq vmb vvb j, cc vdb j, cc vvb p-acp av vdg, vbz dt js n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, pns31 vdz, p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
191 I must add (for I speak to Christians) That as he is the most likely to do it in Nature, so in such his doings he is sure to have the gracious Assistance of the God of Nature: I must add (for I speak to Christians) That as he is the most likely to do it in Nature, so in such his doings he is sure to have the gracious Assistance of the God of Nature: pns11 vmb vvi (c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1) cst c-acp pns31 vbz dt av-ds j pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1, av p-acp d po31 n2-vdg pns31 vbz j pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
192 and then when a Man is animated to the prosecution of his Pious Enterprise, not only by his Inclinations but by his Faith, we may promise our selves as much security of Success, and then when a Man is animated to the prosecution of his Pious Enterprise, not only by his Inclinations but by his Faith, we may promise our selves as much security of Success, cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, xx av-j p-acp po31 n2 p-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 c-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
193 as can in any Case be expected from Humane Undertakings. as can in any Case be expected from Humane Undertakings. c-acp vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp j n2-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
194 And therefore, if every Governour had an hearty Affection for the Charity of that Hospital to which he belongs, we might here break off, And Therefore, if every Governor had an hearty Affection for the Charity of that Hospital to which he belongs, we might Here break off, cc av, cs d n1 vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, pns12 vmd av vvi a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
195 for there would be no need of farther Directions. But because we are all Men, and all Men have their Failings; for there would be no need of farther Directions. But Because we Are all Men, and all Men have their Failings; c-acp a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f jc n2. cc-acp c-acp pns12 vbr d n2, cc d n2 vhb po32 n2-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
196 therefore let me add in the Therefore let me add in the av vvb pno11 vvi p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
197 Third Place, That it would become every Governour to remember now and then, that he is a Governour, Third Place, That it would become every Governor to Remember now and then, that he is a Governor, ord n1, cst pn31 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi av cc av, cst pns31 vbz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
198 and that by being so, he is engaged in such business which concerns his Government. and that by being so, he is engaged in such business which concerns his Government. cc cst p-acp vbg av, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
199 For a Governour of an Hospital (whatever may be thought by some Men to the contrary) is something more than a mere Title. For a Governor of an Hospital (whatever may be Thought by Some Men to the contrary) is something more than a mere Title. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n-jn) vbz pi dc cs dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
200 The Care is great, for so is the Family that is to be cared for: The Care is great, for so is the Family that is to be cared for: dt n1 vbz j, c-acp av vbz dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
201 And every Man who has a share in the Honour, (for all Charitabe Undertakeings are Honourable) should have his share in the Burthen to. And every Man who has a share in the Honour, (for all Charitabe Undertakings Are Honourable) should have his share in the Burden to. cc d n1 r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (c-acp d np1 n2-vvg vbr j) vmd vhi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
202 Not that I think, that every Governour is to attend every business of his Hospital: That would hinder his own Business and the business of the Charity too; Not that I think, that every Governor is to attend every business of his Hospital: That would hinder his own Business and the business of the Charity too; xx cst pns11 vvb, cst d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1: d vmd vvi po31 d n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
203 For most Businesses are rather retarded than put forward by the multitude of Managers. For most Businesses Are rather retarded than put forward by the multitude of Managers. p-acp ds n2 vbr av-c vvn cs vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
204 But thus much Diligence I think may be truly reckon'd the Duty of every Governour, That whenever the Common Prudence shall Distribute or Allot several Businesses to several Combinations of Governours, each Governour ought so far to concern himself in that Business which falls within his Lot, But thus much Diligence I think may be truly reckoned the Duty of every Governor, That whenever the Common Prudence shall Distribute or Allot several Businesses to several Combinations of Governors, each Governor ought so Far to concern himself in that Business which falls within his Lot, p-acp av d n1 pns11 vvb vmb vbi av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst av dt j n1 vmb vvi cc vvi j n2 p-acp j n2 pp-f n2, d n1 vmd av av-j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
205 as to take care that it do not Miscarry by his Default; as to take care that it do not Miscarry by his Default; c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cst pn31 vdb xx vvb p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
206 and this he ought so much the rather to do, if he have antecedently given his Consent to be charged among others, and this he ought so much the rather to do, if he have antecedently given his Consent to be charged among Others, cc d pns31 vmd av av-d dt av-c pc-acp vdi, cs pns31 vhb av-j vvn po31 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
207 or singly and by himself, with such Business. or singly and by himself, with such Business. cc av-j cc p-acp px31, p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
208 And I therefore add his own Consent, because as I am satisfied that the generality of any Set of Governours will not without his own consent Imperiously Impose any Business upon any one or more of their Brethren; And I Therefore add his own Consent, Because as I am satisfied that the generality of any Set of Governors will not without his own consent Imperiously Impose any Business upon any one or more of their Brothers; cc pns11 av vvi po31 d vvb, c-acp c-acp pns11 vbm vvn cst dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn pp-f n2 vmb xx p-acp po31 d n1 av-j vvb d n1 p-acp d crd cc dc pp-f po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
209 so I am loath to believe, that any Governour will wilfully decline any Business that shall be proposed to his Care and Management, without offering some plausible, so I am loath to believe, that any Governor will wilfully decline any Business that shall be proposed to his Care and Management, without offering Some plausible, av pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 vmb av-j vvi d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
210 or at best probable Excuse for such his Refusal. or At best probable Excuse for such his Refusal. cc p-acp av-js j n1 p-acp d po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
211 And (if I may be permitted to offer my opinion in the Case) I must freely confess, that I think it not only Commendable, but Just, that that Governour who frequently Refuses to concern himself in the businesses of the Charity, And (if I may be permitted to offer my opinion in the Case) I must freely confess, that I think it not only Commendable, but Just, that that Governor who frequently Refuses to concern himself in the businesses of the Charity, cc (cs pns11 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1) pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cst pns11 vvb pn31 xx av-j j, p-acp j, cst d n1 r-crq av-j vvz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
212 or who in a manner constantly Absents himself from such Business; or who in a manner constantly Absents himself from such Business; cc r-crq p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz px31 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
213 I say, I think, that such a Governour ought of his own accord to make a compensation to the Charity, by the Bounty of his Purse for the Neglect of his Care: For Bounty promotes the end and design of the Charity, I say, I think, that such a Governor ought of his own accord to make a compensation to the Charity, by the Bounty of his Purse for the Neglect of his Care: For Bounty promotes the end and Design of the Charity, pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb, cst d dt n1 vmd pp-f po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 vvb: p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
214 as well as Industry: And as the Charity would be thrown away, if there were none to Manage it; as well as Industry: And as the Charity would be thrown away, if there were none to Manage it; c-acp av c-acp n1: cc p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av, cs pc-acp vbdr pix p-acp vvb pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
215 so there would be no Charity to be Managed, if there were none to Bestow it. so there would be no Charity to be Managed, if there were none to Bestow it. av pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vbdr pix p-acp vvb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
216 I do not pretend to compare the Two sorts of Charity. I do not pretend to compare the Two sorts of Charity. pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt crd n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
217 They are both in their Kind Noble and Great, and there is such a thing as a Labour of Love, They Are both in their Kind Noble and Great, and there is such a thing as a Labour of Love, pns32 vbr av-d p-acp po32 j j cc j, cc pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
218 as well as a Bounty of Charity. as well as a Bounty of Charity. c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
219 And I know very well, that God has constantly raised up some Noble Spirits among you, who have Honourably discharged both Charities. And I know very well, that God has constantly raised up Some Noble Spirits among you, who have Honourably discharged both Charities. cc pns11 vvb av av, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn a-acp d j n2 p-acp pn22, r-crq vhb av-j vvn d ng1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
220 But this, I think, I may adventure to say, That he who takes care neither of the one Charity, But this, I think, I may adventure to say, That he who Takes care neither of the one Charity, p-acp d, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vvz n1 av-dx pp-f dt crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
221 nor the other, does in Reason and Christianity Forfeit the Title of a Governour, though he may still Retain it by the Candor of those who really are so. nor the other, does in Reason and Christianity Forfeit the Title of a Governor, though he may still Retain it by the Candor of those who really Are so. ccx dt j-jn, vdz p-acp n1 cc np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vmb av vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq av-j vbr av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
222 Fourthly, It does become every Governour to discharge the Trust (which he has taken upon him by accepting the Title and Office of a Governour) with sincerity. That is, no man under the pretence of Charity, should cover any self or sinister Design that may be prejucial to that Charity in particular, or to Justice and common Honesty in general. For it is possible that a man may pretend to assist the Charity, when his aim all the while is only to advantage himself: And it is possible, that a man may really promote the Charity, by being injurious and uncharitable to other men. But as I do not, Fourthly, It does become every Governor to discharge the Trust (which he has taken upon him by accepting the Title and Office of a Governor) with sincerity. That is, no man under the pretence of Charity, should cover any self or sinister Design that may be prejucial to that Charity in particular, or to justice and Common Honesty in general. For it is possible that a man may pretend to assist the Charity, when his aim all the while is only to advantage himself: And it is possible, that a man may really promote the Charity, by being injurious and uncharitable to other men. But as I do not, ord, pn31 vdz vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 (r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) p-acp n1. cst vbz, dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd vvi d n1 cc j n1 cst vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 p-acp j, cc p-acp n1 cc j n1 p-acp j. p-acp pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq po31 n1 d dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi px31: cc pn31 vbz j, cst dt n1 vmb av-j vvd dt n1, p-acp vbg j cc j p-acp j-jn n2. p-acp c-acp pns11 vdb xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
223 so I wish I could not offer any Instances to make it good, that such practices as these are more than possibilities. so I wish I could not offer any Instances to make it good, that such practices as these Are more than possibilities. av pns11 vvb pns11 vmd xx vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cst d n2 c-acp d vbr av-dc cs n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
224 But every man's own heart can best acquaint him with his own sincerity. But every Man's own heart can best acquaint him with his own sincerity. p-acp d ng1 d n1 vmb av-js vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
225 However, because the heart is deceitful above all things, it may prove a good means to secure your sincerity, However, Because the heart is deceitful above all things, it may prove a good means to secure your sincerity, c-acp, c-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, pn31 vmb vvi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
226 if you propose to your imitation such the Practices of your Predecessors, or Cotemporaries, as by a general Consent have obtained the approbation of Good and Wise men, if you propose to your imitation such the Practices of your Predecessors, or Cotemporaries, as by a general Consent have obtained the approbation of Good and Wise men, cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1 d dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, cc n2-jn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvb vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
227 and whose Memories will always be preserved fresh and sweet in such Registers which shall convey them down to Posterity. and whose Memories will always be preserved fresh and sweet in such Registers which shall convey them down to Posterity. cc rg-crq n2 vmb av vbi vvn j cc j p-acp d n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
228 Lastly, Because we are all mortal (but it is hoped that the Hospitals are not so); Lastly, Because we Are all Mortal (but it is hoped that the Hospitals Are not so); ord, c-acp pns12 vbr d j-jn (p-acp pn31 vbz vvn cst dt n2 vbr xx av); (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
229 therefore it will become you, the present Governours to take care, that the Charities shall never want such Governours; Therefore it will become you, the present Governors to take care, that the Charities shall never want such Governors; av pn31 vmb vvi pn22, dt j n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cst dt ng1 vmb av vvi d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
230 and the way to make such your Care successful, is by a continual choice of New Governors. and the Way to make such your Care successful, is by a continual choice of New Governors. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi d po22 n1 j, vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
231 For an everlasting succession of more and other Governors will be equivalent to an everlasting continuance of the present: And they who chuse good and proper Men to take care of the future management of the Charities, do by so doing lay up such a stock of Provisions for those Charities, which will last after they themselves are dead and gone: For an everlasting succession of more and other Governors will be equivalent to an everlasting Continuance of the present: And they who choose good and proper Men to take care of the future management of the Charities, do by so doing lay up such a stock of Provisions for those Charities, which will last After they themselves Are dead and gone: p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dc cc j-jn n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j: cc pns32 r-crq vvb j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt ng1, vdb p-acp av vdg vvd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d ng1, r-crq vmb vvi c-acp pns32 px32 vbr j cc vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
232 And so your good Works will follow you for your own comfort, and yet stay behind you for the comfort of the Poor. Now what Persons you ought to chuse, you may best know by knowing what Persons you ought to be your selves: And therefore while I have offered you Instructions in the one case, I may well be understood to have done so in both: And so shall add no more in this Place, And so your good Works will follow you for your own Comfort, and yet stay behind you for the Comfort of the Poor. Now what Persons you ought to choose, you may best know by knowing what Persons you ought to be your selves: And Therefore while I have offered you Instructions in the one case, I may well be understood to have done so in both: And so shall add no more in this Place, cc av po22 j vvz vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po22 d vvi, cc av vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. av q-crq n2 pn22 vmd p-acp vvi, pn22 vmb av-js vvi p-acp vvg r-crq n2 pn22 vmd pc-acp vbi po22 n2: cc av cs pns11 vhb vvn pn22 n2 p-acp dt crd n1, pns11 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vdn av p-acp av-d: cc av vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
233 but only, That I am informed, and I am sure it is fit that you should be so too, That by Ancient Custom, (though of late years grown out of use) the Governours of the Hospitals used to be chosen Annually upon St. Matthew's day. And certainly it must be some great and solemn Business, upon which the Governours of all the Hospitals should this Day meet together; and it seems probable, that that Worthy Gentleman Mr. John Bankes (whose Name we mention with honour and respect) did make an Annual provision for Prayers, but only, That I am informed, and I am sure it is fit that you should be so too, That by Ancient Custom, (though of late Years grown out of use) the Governors of the Hospitals used to be chosen Annually upon Saint Matthew's day. And Certainly it must be Some great and solemn Business, upon which the Governors of all the Hospitals should this Day meet together; and it seems probable, that that Worthy Gentleman Mr. John Banks (whose Name we mention with honour and respect) did make an Annual provision for Prayers, cc-acp av-j, cst pns11 vbm vvn, cc pns11 vbm j pn31 vbz j cst pn22 vmd vbi av av, cst p-acp j n1, (cs pp-f j n2 vvn av pp-f n1) dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1 ng1 n1. cc av-j pn31 vmb vbi d j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 vmd d n1 vvi av; cc pn31 vvz j, cst d j n1 n1 np1 n2 (rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1) vdd vvi dt j n1 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
234 for a Sermon, and for the Attendance of the Church-Officers, that so so great a Work might not be undertaken without pious Devotions, and pious Instructions; for a Sermon, and for the Attendance of the Church-Officers, that so so great a Work might not be undertaken without pious Devotions, and pious Instructions; p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst av av j dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
235 the one to beg God's blessings upon you; the one to beg God's blessings upon you; dt pi pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
236 the other to give Instructions to you for your faithful and pious Performance of such Work. the other to give Instructions to you for your faithful and pious Performance of such Work. dt n-jn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 j cc j n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
237 And truly the business of managing so great and extensive Charity being great and weighty, it will be necessary that your circumspection in making choice of fit men for the doing of such Business, be great and serious. And truly the business of managing so great and extensive Charity being great and weighty, it will be necessary that your circumspection in making choice of fit men for the doing of such Business, be great and serious. cc av-j dt n1 pp-f vvg av j cc j n1 vbg j cc j, pn31 vmb vbb j cst po22 n1 p-acp vvg n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n1, vbb j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
238 For they who shall be truly thought fit for the discharge of so great a Trust, must be (as my Instructions do very well word it (Men of Sincerity, Diligence, Uninterestedness, Charity, Reputation, Leisure for, and particular Affection to the Publick and Pious Designs of the Respective Institutions. For they who shall be truly Thought fit for the discharge of so great a Trust, must be (as my Instructions do very well word it (Men of Sincerity, Diligence, Uninterestedness, Charity, Reputation, Leisure for, and particular Affection to the Public and Pious Designs of the Respective Institutions. p-acp pns32 r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1, vmb vbi (c-acp po11 n2 vdb av av n1 pn31 (n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1 p-acp, cc j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
239 I should now proceed to the next thing proposed, and that is, To offer some hings which do more particularly concern the Respective Goververnours of the several Hospitals. I should now proceed to the next thing proposed, and that is, To offer Some hings which do more particularly concern the Respective Goververnours of the several Hospitals. pns11 vmd av vvi p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, cc d vbz, pc-acp vvi d zz r-crq vdb av-dc av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
240 Under which Head I should have attempted to set forth to the full value the several Ends of the several Foundations. Under which Head I should have attempted to Set forth to the full valve the several Ends of the several Foundations. p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n1 dt j n2 pp-f dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
241 But I find that the Instructions given me are too large for a single Discourse; But I find that the Instructions given me Are too large for a single Discourse; p-acp pns11 vvb cst dt n2 vvn pno11 vbr av j c-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
242 And I must not by the tediousness of my Directions prevent your doing of those very things to which I do direct you. FINIS. And I must not by the tediousness of my Directions prevent your doing of those very things to which I do Direct you. FINIS. cc pns11 vmb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2 vvi po22 vdg pp-f d j n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vdb vvi pn22. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2

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