Kalōs proestōtes, or, A view of church-government wherein the proper church-governors are demonstrated, their office, duty, work and employment ... is declared ... : in a sermon preached at West-Malling ... Septemb. 16, 1662 / by John Stileman ...

Stileman, John, d. 1685
Publisher: Printed by T R for Thomas Peirpont
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1663
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A61517 ESTC ID: R34609 STC ID: S5553
Subject Headings: Church of England -- Government; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 NONLATINALPHABET. Heb, XIII. XVII. . Hebrew, XIII. XVII. . n1, np1. np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit your selves, for they watch for your souls, Obey them that have the Rule over you, and submit your selves, for they watch for your Souls, vvb pno32 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvb po22 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy and not with grief: as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy and not with grief: c-acp pns32 cst vmb vvi n1, cst pns32 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1 cc xx p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 for that is unprofitable for you. for that is unprofitable for you. c-acp d vbz j p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 WHen I consider the work, and occasion of this meeting, I cannot but with confidence presume that we are all assembled with the voyce of Joy and Praise; WHen I Consider the work, and occasion of this meeting, I cannot but with confidence presume that we Are all assembled with the voice of Joy and Praise; c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmbx p-acp p-acp n1 vvi cst pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 rejoycing in this day, that now through the goodnesse of God we see again the face of a Church in the beauty of Order. rejoicing in this day, that now through the Goodness of God we see again the face of a Church in the beauty of Order. vvg p-acp d n1, cst av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 It was a sad time with the Disciples, when they were sailing; the winds raging, a storm increasing; It was a sad time with the Disciples, when they were sailing; the winds raging, a storm increasing; pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvg; dt n2 vvg, dt n1 vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
7 and yet the Pilot sleeping. Such a dreadfull time, such a furious storm hath this poor Church felt; and yet the Pilot sleeping. Such a dreadful time, such a furious storm hath this poor Church felt; cc av dt n1 vvg. d dt j n1, d dt j n1 vhz d j n1 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
8 when her Pilots were not sleeping, but by a popular fury thrown out of the stern; when her Pilots were not sleeping, but by a popular fury thrown out of the stern; c-crq po31 n2 vbdr xx vvg, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 vvn av pp-f dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
9 and not the Hierarchy only, but the whole order of Ministry been forced to strugle with the most impetuous billowes, and not the Hierarchy only, but the Whole order of Ministry been forced to struggle with the most impetuous billows, cc xx dt n1 av-j, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-ds j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
10 and to encounter with those strong oppositions, which have arisen. 1. Partly, from a Spirit of prophanesse, because men love not to be controuled, and to encounter with those strong oppositions, which have arisen. 1. Partly, from a Spirit of profaneness, Because men love not to be controlled, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, r-crq vhb vvn. crd av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp n2 vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
11 and therefore hate those, who reprove in the gate. and Therefore hate those, who reprove in the gate. cc av vvb d, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
12 And 2. Partly, from a Spirit of pride schisme and arrogance, because men scorned to be taught. And 2. Partly, from a Spirit of pride Schism and arrogance, Because men scorned to be taught. cc crd av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 cc n1, c-acp n2 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
13 When the Devil would overthrow the Church, or Religion, it is his first work to oppose her Bishops and Priests, as Antichristian, uselesse, and what not. When the devil would overthrow the Church, or Religion, it is his First work to oppose her Bishops and Priests, as Antichristian, useless, and what not. c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1, cc n1, pn31 vbz po31 ord n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2, p-acp jp, j, cc q-crq xx. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
14 But (Blessed be God) Christ our Master sleeps not; But (Blessed be God) christ our Master sleeps not; p-acp (vvn vbi n1) np1 po12 n1 vvz xx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
15 but is awake to our help, hath rebuked the wind, and the seas, and restored a Calme: Now are the Pilots at the Helme, but is awake to our help, hath rebuked the wind, and the Seas, and restored a Cam: Now Are the Pilots At the Helm, cc-acp vbz j p-acp po12 n1, vhz vvd dt n1, cc dt n2, cc vvd dt j-jn: av vbr dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
16 and what remains, but that we (as Mariners) observe their commands, obey them in their, and what remains, but that we (as Mariners) observe their commands, obey them in their, cc r-crq vvz, cc-acp cst pns12 (c-acp n2) vvb po32 n2, vvb pno32 p-acp po32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
17 and be diligent in the works of our own places, viz. That we observe the steps of the Church, the footsteps of the stock; and be diligent in the works of our own places, viz. That we observe the steps of the Church, the footsteps of the stock; cc vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2, n1 cst pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
18 that we attend on, and feed by the shepheards tents. that we attend on, and feed by the shepherds tents. cst pns12 vvb a-acp, cc vvb p-acp dt ng1 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
19 And if ye wait there, ye are to bring not your body only, but your Soul; not the ear, but the Heart to receive and obey their word. And if you wait there, you Are to bring not your body only, but your Soul; not the ear, but the Heart to receive and obey their word. cc cs pn22 vvb a-acp, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi xx po22 n1 av-j, cc-acp po22 n1; xx dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
20 And such is the Command of the Apostle here in the text; Obey them that have the Rule over you, &c. Our Apostle doth in this Chapter (as in the close of his Epistle) heap up many exhortations to divers duties of several natures, which have no necessary connexion: And such is the Command of the Apostle Here in the text; Obey them that have the Rule over you, etc. Our Apostle does in this Chapter (as in the close of his Epistle) heap up many exhortations to diverse duties of several nature's, which have no necessary connexion: cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt n1; vvb pno32 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22, av po12 n1 vdz p-acp d n1 (c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1) vvb a-acp d n2 p-acp j n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq vhb dx j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
21 they are not like Flori serta, flowers bound up in a posie, but as growing severally in a garden: they Are not like Flori serta, flowers bound up in a posy, but as growing severally in a garden: pns32 vbr xx av-j np1 fw-la, n2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
22 not like Pearls on a string; but as laid loose vpon a table, any one to be taken, as occasion requires: not like Pearls on a string; but as laid lose upon a table, any one to be taken, as occasion requires: xx av-j n2 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp c-acp vvn j p-acp dt n1, d pi pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp n1 vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
23 we have therefore no need to look for a dependance. we have Therefore no need to look for a dependence. pns12 vhb av dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
24 They are an entire exhortation to a Christian carriage toward those, who rule over us in the Church (for of these ecclesiastical officers doth he here speak.) Obey them that rule over you, and submit your selves, &c. In which words, I shall observe these two generalls, I. A Command, or exhortation to a duty. They Are an entire exhortation to a Christian carriage towards those, who Rule over us in the Church (for of these ecclesiastical Officers does he Here speak.) Obey them that Rule over you, and submit your selves, etc. In which words, I shall observe these two generals, I A Command, or exhortation to a duty. pns32 vbr dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp d, r-crq n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pp-f d j n2 vdz pns31 av vvi.) vvb pno32 cst vvb p-acp pn22, cc vvb po22 n2, av p-acp r-crq n2, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2, uh dt vvb, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
25 And therein 1. An Act required, and that is double, 1. NONLATINALPHABET, Obey, be perswaded by, And therein 1. an Act required, and that is double, 1., Obey, be persuaded by, cc av crd dt n1 vvd, cc d vbz j-jn, crd, vvb, vbb vvn p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
26 and assent to their Words, Doctrins, and Commands. 2. NONLATINALPHABET, Yeeld, Submit, to Obey from the heart that NONLATINALPHABET, to be moulded, or framed by it; and assent to their Words, Doctrines, and Commands. 2., Yield, Submit, to Obey from the heart that, to be moulded, or framed by it; cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, n2, cc vvz. crd, vvi, vvb, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 cst, pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
27 it is a spirituall obedienceto a spiritual word. 2. The Object, NONLATINALPHABET, Your Guides, or Rulers; qui gregi praesunt, & praeeunt, ut Pastores. it is a spiritual obedienceto a spiritual word. 2. The Object,, Your Guides, or Rulers; qui gregi praesunt, & praeeunt, ut Pastors. pn31 vbz dt j av dt j n1. crd dt n1,, po22 n2, cc n2; fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, fw-la ng1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
28 II. The Motives or Reasons inforcing the duty. Taken 1. Ab Officio. NONLATINALPHABET. Their care is for your Souls, they Watch ever and for them. 2. A Necessario. NONLATINALPHABET. II The Motives or Reasons enforcing the duty. Taken 1. Ab Officio.. Their care is for your Souls, they Watch ever and for them. 2. A Necessarily.. crd dt n2 cc n2 vvg dt n1. np1 crd fw-la np1.. po32 n1 vbz p-acp po22 n2, pns32 vvb av cc p-acp pno32. crd dt np1.. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
29 They must give account; of their paines with you, of your carriage to them. 3. A Commodo. NONLATINALPHABET. They must give account; of their pains with you, of your carriage to them. 3. A Commodo.. pns32 vmb vvi n1; pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pn22, pp-f po22 n1 p-acp pno32. crd dt fw-la.. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
30 Your obedience is their comfort, and they shall then give account with Joy. 4. Ab Incommodo. If they must with grief say (as in the prophet) We have laboured in vain, we have spent our strength in vain and for nought; Your Obedience is their Comfort, and they shall then give account with Joy. 4. Ab Incommodo. If they must with grief say (as in the Prophet) We have laboured in vain, we have spent our strength in vain and for nought; po22 n1 vbz po32 n1, cc pns32 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp n1. crd fw-la fw-la. cs pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvb (c-acp p-acp dt n1) pns12 vhb vvn p-acp j, pns12 vhb vvn po12 n1 p-acp j cc p-acp pix; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
31 This will be 1. A Grief to them. This will be 1. A Grief to them. d vmb vbi crd dt n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
32 NONLATINALPHABET. As not groaning under a burden, (viz. of sorrow ) for your sins and miscarriages; . As not groaning under a burden, (viz. of sorrow) for your Sins and miscarriages; . p-acp xx vvg p-acp dt n1, (n1 pp-f n1) p-acp po22 n2 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
33 and though it be no other danger to them, for their work is with the Lord, and their reward with God. and though it be no other danger to them, for their work is with the Lord, and their reward with God. cc cs pn31 vbb dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
34 Yet it will be 2. A Damage to you. NONLATINALPHABET. Unprofitable, it will not quit cost: it is a NONLATINALPHABET, or Litotes, ye will be much damnified by it. Yet it will be 2. A Damage to you.. Unprofitable, it will not quit cost: it is a, or Litotes, you will be much damnified by it. av pn31 vmb vbi crd dt n1 p-acp pn22.. j-u, pn31 vmb xx vvi n1: pn31 vbz dt, cc np1, pn22 vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
35 Signifying, non sine propriae salutis jacturâ pastoribus nos esse molestos, & immorigeros: The disobedience of People is an heart-grief to their Pastors; Signifying, non sine propriae Salutis jacturâ pastoribus nos esse molestos, & immorigerous: The disobedience of People is an heartgrief to their Pastors; vvg, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, cc n2: dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po32 ng1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
36 but the Damage is their own. These are the particulars; but the Damage is their own. These Are the particulars; cc-acp dt n1 vbz po32 d. d vbr dt n2-j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
37 and now you see I have a large field to walk in, more before me then the time will allow me to speak to; and now you see I have a large field to walk in, more before me then the time will allow me to speak to; cc av pn22 vvb pns11 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, av-dc p-acp pno11 av dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
38 yea such as my stammering tongue and too weak wit (I fear) is not able to handle as the matter deserves: yea such as my stammering tongue and too weak wit (I Fear) is not able to handle as the matter deserves: uh d c-acp po11 n-vvg n1 cc av j n1 (pns11 vvb) vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
39 but being enjoyned this Task, I shall labour to answer those commands, and your expectations, but being enjoined this Task, I shall labour to answer those commands, and your Expectations, cc-acp vbg vvn d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2, cc po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
40 so far as God shall enable me, and the time and your patience shall give leave; so Far as God shall enable me, and the time and your patience shall give leave; av av-j c-acp np1 vmb vvi pno11, cc dt n1 cc po22 n1 vmb vvi n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
41 and suitably, I hope, in some measure to this present Assembly. I shall begin with the and suitably, I hope, in Some measure to this present Assembly. I shall begin with the cc av-j, pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n1. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
42 1. General, The Duty required, Obedience to Governours in the Church: Obey them that have the rule over you. 1. General, The Duty required, obedience to Governors in the Church: Obey them that have the Rule over you. crd n1, dt n1 vvd, n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1: vvb pno32 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
43 Here I shall crave leave to handle the latter branch first: to find out the Government and Governours, their office, work, and employment: Here I shall crave leave to handle the latter branch First: to find out the Government and Governors, their office, work, and employment: av pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 ord: pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n2, po32 n1, n1, cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
44 and this will help us better to understand our duty, Obedience to them. NONLATINALPHABET. 1. There is then in the Church a Government, and Governours. and this will help us better to understand our duty, obedience to them.. 1. There is then in the Church a Government, and Governors. cc d vmb vvi pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n1, n1 p-acp pno32.. crd pc-acp vbz av p-acp dt n1 dt n1, cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
45 Officers set there by God that must be obeyed: and it is indeed a kind of rebellion against God to deny or oppose them. Officers Set there by God that must be obeyed: and it is indeed a kind of rebellion against God to deny or oppose them. n2 vvn a-acp p-acp np1 cst vmb vbi vvn: cc pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
46 Obey those that Rule. Where? in Politicis? yes, but that not of this place: Obey those that Rule. Where? in Politicis? yes, but that not of this place: vvb d cst n1. q-crq? p-acp np1? uh, cc-acp cst xx pp-f d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
47 but in Ecclesiastic is, such as watch not for your estates, liberties, lives; but your souls, who take care of your spiritual concernes: but in Ecclesiastic is, such as watch not for your estates, Liberties, lives; but your Souls, who take care of your spiritual concerns: cc-acp p-acp j vbz, d c-acp vvb xx p-acp po22 n2, n2, n2; cc-acp po22 n2, r-crq vvb n1 pp-f po22 j vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
48 those Rulers mentioned Rom. 12.8. (for civil Rulers come after, Ch. 13.) which God hath set in his Church: those NONLATINALPHABET: those Rulers mentioned Rom. 12.8. (for civil Rulers come After, Christ 13.) which God hath Set in his Church: those: d n2 vvn np1 crd. (p-acp j n2 vvb a-acp, np1 crd) r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1: d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
49 that are over you, that lead in the van, that command, and admonish, those NONLATINALPHABET: that Are over you, that led in the van, that command, and admonish, those: d vbr p-acp pn22, cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cst vvb, cc vvi, d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
50 it must be thus, for 1. God is a God not of confusion but of Peace, and will have therefore an Order in his house. it must be thus, for 1. God is a God not of confusion but of Peace, and will have Therefore an Order in his house. pn31 vmb vbi av, p-acp crd np1 vbz dt np1 xx pp-f n1 cc-acp pp-f n1, cc vmb vhi av dt vvb p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
51 Want of Government is the spring of Confusion, when some set up one way, some another: Want of Government is the spring of Confusion, when Some Set up one Way, Some Another: n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d vvd a-acp crd n1, d n-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
52 it is so in the civil state. it is so in the civil state. pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
53 The poor Levite sound it so in Israel he hath no justice, till the whole land is in combustion; The poor Levite found it so in Israel he hath no Justice, till the Whole land is in combustion; dt j np1 vvb pn31 av p-acp np1 pns31 vhz dx n1, c-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
54 and all this for want of Government, There was no King in Israel: and all this for want of Government, There was no King in Israel: cc d d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
55 and that the like is the case of the Church without her Rulers, our late daies have given us too sad experience. 2. The Church is a City, a Family, an Army, a Body; it is (I say) 1. A City, state, or Commonwealth; and that the like is the case of the Church without her Rulers, our late days have given us too sad experience. 2. The Church is a city, a Family, an Army, a Body; it is (I say) 1. A city, state, or Commonwealth; cc d dt j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, po12 j n2 vhb vvn pno12 av j n1. crd dt n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1; pn31 vbz (pns11 vvb) crd dt n1, n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
56 the City of God; the Commonwealth of Jsrael. We are Fellow Citizens, and our life here is NONLATINALPHABET. the city of God; the Commonwealth of Israel. We Are Fellow Citizens, and our life Here is. dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f np1. pns12 vbr n1 n2, cc po12 n1 av vbz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
57 Now Government is the soul of such a state; Now Government is the soul of such a state; av n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
58 take away this the whole is ruined. 2. A Family, the Houshold of God: the Houshold of faith, there must be rulers in a family, (if any where) Aequalitate nihil inaequalius: when Lycurgus was urged by one to establish a Democracy in Sparta, Fac primum (saith he) in Domotua, Begin at home, there would men soon see the mischief both of Anarchy, and a parity; and I am sure much more in Gods house. 3. An Army, They go from strength to strength. take away this the Whole is ruined. 2. A Family, the Household of God: the Household of faith, there must be Rulers in a family, (if any where) Aequalitate nihil inaequalius: when Lycurgus was urged by one to establish a Democracy in Sparta, Fac primum (Says he) in Domotua, Begin At home, there would men soon see the mischief both of Anarchy, and a parity; and I am sure much more in God's house. 3. an Army, They go from strength to strength. vvb av d dt j-jn vbz vvn. crd dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1: dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt n1, (cs d c-crq) fw-la fw-la fw-la: c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp pi pc-acp vvi dt np1 p-acp np1, fw-la fw-la (vvz pns31) p-acp np1, vvb p-acp n1-an, pc-acp vmd n2 av vvi dt n1 av-d pp-f n1, cc dt n1; cc pns11 vbm j d dc p-acp npg1 n1. crd dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 4
59 Heb. NONLATINALPHABET Ab acie ad aciem. Thy people shall be willing In the day of thy power, when there seems to be an allusion to the mustering of an Army, and that in Decency and Order: Hebrew Ab acie ad aciem. Thy people shall be willing In the day of thy power, when there seems to be an allusion to the mustering of an Army, and that in Decency and Order: np1 fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. po21 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
60 In the beauty of holiness, such is Jerusalem, an Army, a well marshalled army, with banners, and there we know is the straitest discipline; most absolute commands; In the beauty of holiness, such is Jerusalem, an Army, a well marshaled army, with banners, and there we know is the straitest discipline; most absolute commands; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vbz np1, dt n1, dt av vvn n1, p-acp n2, cc a-acp pns12 vvb vbz dt js n1; ds j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
61 and every one strictly enjoyned his place and station. and every one strictly enjoined his place and station. cc d pi av-j vvd po31 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
62 It is Order makes an Army terrible? This makes the enemies labour so much against the Governours and Ministers in the Church; It is Order makes an Army terrible? This makes the enemies labour so much against the Governors and Ministers in the Church; pn31 vbz n1 vvz dt n1 j? np1 vvz dt ng1 n1 av av-d p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
63 for they know, Destroy this order, and the Church is ruined. 4. A Body, which the Apostle briefly hints in that, to the Romans, There are many members in one body yet all have not the same office; for they know, Destroy this order, and the Church is ruined. 4. A Body, which the Apostle briefly hints in that, to the Roman, There Are many members in one body yet all have not the same office; c-acp pns32 vvb, vvb d n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn. crd dt n1, r-crq dt n1 av-j n2 p-acp d, p-acp dt njp2, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp crd n1 av av-d vhb xx dt d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
64 so we being many are one body in Christ. so we being many Are one body in christ. av pns12 vbg d vbr pi n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
65 Which he more largely handles in his Epistle to the Corinthians. There we have Head, and Members, and among the parts, some to direct, as the eye; some to be directed as the hands, and feet, &c. Thus in the Church, the Body of Christ, some have one office, Which he more largely handles in his Epistle to the Corinthians. There we have Head, and Members, and among the parts, Some to Direct, as the eye; Some to be directed as the hands, and feet, etc. Thus in the Church, the Body of christ, Some have one office, r-crq pns31 av-dc av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1. a-acp pns12 vhb n1, cc n2, cc p-acp dt n2, d p-acp vvb, p-acp dt n1; d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, cc n2, av av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, d vhb crd n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
66 and place, some another. 3. And the Censures to be exercised, which the Church is commanded, put away from among you, (i. e.) Cut of by excommunication, that wicked person: and for which she is commended, and willed again to restore the Penitent; these evidence, that there must be Officers to dispense them. 4. Neither would there be ground for those sharpe reproofes to the Corinthians, for not casting out the incestuous; and place, Some Another. 3. And the Censures to be exercised, which the Church is commanded, put away from among you, (i. e.) cut of by excommunication, that wicked person: and for which she is commended, and willed again to restore the Penitent; these evidence, that there must be Officers to dispense them. 4. Neither would there be ground for those sharp reproofs to the Corinthians, for not casting out the incestuous; cc n1, d n-jn. crd cc dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vvd av p-acp p-acp pn22, (uh. sy.) vvd pp-f p-acp n1, cst j n1: cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn, cc vvd av p-acp vvb dt j-jn; d n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi n2 pc-acp vvi pno32. crd av-d vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt np1, c-acp xx vvg av dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
67 of the Angel of Pergamus for tolerating the Balaamites, and Nicolaitans, or of Thyatira for suffering that seducing Prophetesse, had not God set up such Governours in his Church, of the Angel of Pergamos for tolerating the Balaamites, and Nicolaitans, or of Thyatira for suffering that seducing Prophetess, had not God Set up such Governors in his Church, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt np2, cc n2, cc pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d j-vvg n1, vhd xx np1 vvn a-acp d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
68 and given them power to Rule; and order the affairs thereof. and given them power to Rule; and order the affairs thereof. cc vvn pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi; cc vvi dt n2 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
69 We may justly therefore wonder what should so besot the mindes of those, who would be thought Christians, that their hearts should be so averse to Government, We may justly Therefore wonder what should so besot the minds of those, who would be Thought Christians, that their hearts should be so averse to Government, pns12 vmb av-j av vvb r-crq vmd av vvi dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vmd vbi vvn np1, cst po32 n2 vmd vbi av j p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
70 and they be so easily stirred up to throw out their Rulers. We cannot but with horror look back to the years, that are past: Oh, where were the NONLATINALPHABET, the NONLATINALPHABET: and they be so Easily stirred up to throw out their Rulers. We cannot but with horror look back to the Years, that Are past: O, where were the, the: cc pns32 vbb av av-j vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi av po32 n2. pns12 vmbx p-acp p-acp n1 vvb av p-acp dt n2, cst vbr j: uh, c-crq vbdr dt, dt: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
71 when the hedge of Government, the fence of Religion was broken down; when the hedge of Government, the fence of Religion was broken down; c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
72 how did the subtile Foxes creep into the vineyard, and the Wild Boar destroy the Vine? Nature it self teacheth, that in every society, Sacred or Civil, there must be Order and Government: how did the subtle Foxes creep into the vineyard, and the Wild Boar destroy the Vine? Nature it self Teaches, that in every society, Sacred or Civil, there must be Order and Government: q-crq vdd dt j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 vvi dt n1? n1 pn31 n1 vvz, cst p-acp d n1, j cc j, a-acp vmb vbi n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
73 yet such is the corruption of men, that when the Yoke (though never so easie) is put upon them, their hearts rise against it, they would not be ruled. yet such is the corruption of men, that when the Yoke (though never so easy) is put upon them, their hearts rise against it, they would not be ruled. av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst c-crq dt n1 (cs av-x av j) vbz vvn p-acp pno32, po32 n2 vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
74 Whence is this frowardnesse and aversion? but either, 1. From a Selfe-Love, a love to base lusts, men are lovers of themselves (i. e.) of carnal sensual selfe, and then disobedient to Parents, hate all Governors, because unwilling their lusts should be reformed: 2. or Selfe-conceit, every one thinks (as he in the Comick ) Consilii satis est in me mihi; Whence is this frowardness and aversion? but either, 1. From a Selfe-Love, a love to base Lustiest, men Are lovers of themselves (i. e.) of carnal sensual self, and then disobedient to Parents, hate all Governors, Because unwilling their Lustiest should be reformed: 2. or Self-conceit, every one thinks (as he in the Comic) Consilii satis est in me mihi; q-crq vbz d n1 cc n1? cc-acp av-d, crd p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp j n2, n2 vbr n2 pp-f px32 (uh. sy.) pp-f j j n1, cc av j p-acp n2, vvb d n2, c-acp j po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn: crd cc n1, d pi vvz (c-acp pns31 p-acp dt j) np1 fw-la fw-la p-acp pno11 fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
75 they are proud, and scorn to be taught; they Are proud, and scorn to be taught; pns32 vbr j, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
76 think that they know more, and can do better themselves, like Solomons fool, Wiser in their own conceit, think that they know more, and can do better themselves, like Solomons fool, Wiser in their own conceit, vvb cst pns32 vvb av-dc, cc vmb vdi j px32, av-j np1 n1, jc p-acp po32 d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
77 then seven men that can render a reason. then seven men that can render a reason. cs crd n2 cst vmb vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
78 3. or, Selfe-will, they say we are our own, who shall controul us. Nolumus hunc regnare, We will not have such rule over us, We will not, and all the reason is, 3. or, Self-will, they say we Are our own, who shall control us. Nolumus hunc Reign, We will not have such Rule over us, We will not, and all the reason is, crd cc, j, pns32 vvb pns12 vbr po12 d, r-crq vmb vvi pno12. fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb xx, cc d dt n1 vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
79 because We will not. 4. or Self-respect: Men look at a vain repute to themselves, Most men seek their own things, Because We will not. 4. or Self-respect: Men look At a vain repute to themselves, Most men seek their own things, c-acp pns12 vmb xx. crd cc n1: n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px32, ds n2 vvb po32 d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
80 and not the things of Christ. They would be Rulers, Governors, and Commanders themselves; and not the things of christ. They would be Rulers, Governors, and Commanders themselves; cc xx dt n2 pp-f np1. pns32 vmd vbi n2, n2, cc n2 px32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
81 and take it as a discredit, that others should not so account them, when yet they have never well learned to hear, or to obey. But and take it as a discredit, that Others should not so account them, when yet they have never well learned to hear, or to obey. But cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst n2-jn vmd xx av vvi pno32, c-crq av pns32 vhb av-x av j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi. p-acp (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
82 Blessed be God He hath restored our judges as at the first, and our Governours as at the beginning. Blessed be God He hath restored our judges as At the First, and our Governors as At the beginning. vvd vbb np1 pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2 a-acp p-acp dt ord, cc po12 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
83 Though the Reines of Discipline have been broken, and the bands of Government loosed; yet are they now repaired, and these Reines put into the proper hands. Though the Reins of Discipline have been broken, and the bans of Government loosed; yet Are they now repaired, and these Reins put into the proper hands. cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn; av vbr pns32 av vvd, cc d n2 vvn p-acp dt j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
84 Now we see again the face of a Bishop visiting his Church and Clergy: Now we see the Ministers encouraged in their work that they may in peace watch over the Souls of the flock, Now we see again the face of a Bishop visiting his Church and Clergy: Now we see the Ministers encouraged in their work that they may in peace watch over the Souls of the flock, av pns12 vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg po31 n1 cc n1: av pns12 vvb dt n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1 cst pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
85 and dispense the mysteries of heaven to them. and dispense the Mysteres of heaven to them. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
86 Let it then be our daily prayer, that God, who hath thus raised up the Church from the Grave, Let it then be our daily prayer, that God, who hath thus raised up the Church from the Grave, vvb pn31 av vbb po12 j n1, cst np1, r-crq vhz av vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
87 and restored her ancient Discipline, and Fathers, would please to go on to perfect our happiness, and restored her ancient Discipline, and Father's, would please to go on to perfect our happiness, cc vvd po31 j n1, cc n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
88 and preserve this Order and Government that it may continue to be: 1. A fence & support to the Ordinances of God, the Administrations of grace, God having ordained special Administrators for special Administrations; for special Ordinances, special Officers. and preserve this Order and Government that it may continue to be: 1. A fence & support to the Ordinances of God, the Administrations of grace, God having ordained special Administrators for special Administrations; for special Ordinances, special Officers. cc vvi d n1 cc n1 cst pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi: crd dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 vhg vvn j n2 p-acp j n2; p-acp j n2, j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
89 2. A fence to Religion, to keep out Errors & Heresies. 3. A Preservative of Purity, and Scourge of prophanesse. 4. An Hedge to the Church, to preserve the bands of Unity, and to make Jerusalem as a City that is compact together, and keep off Schism and Division. 2. A fence to Religion, to keep out Errors & Heresies. 3. A Preservative of Purity, and Scourge of profaneness. 4. an Hedge to the Church, to preserve the bans of Unity, and to make Jerusalem as a city that is compact together, and keep off Schism and Division. crd dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av n2 cc n2. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn av, cc vvb a-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
90 We may look and tremble at the sad and dismall wracks of the Church, since this Union was broken: We may look and tremble At the sad and dismal wracks of the Church, since this union was broken: pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d n1 vbds vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
91 Some men glory in the name of Separation; but did they know and consider what it is, they would look upon it as Res tremenda & horrenda; when there cannot be found any one of the seperate Congregations of England of a little standing, some men glory in the name of Separation; but did they know and Consider what it is, they would look upon it as Rest Tremenda & Horrenda; when there cannot be found any one of the separate Congregations of England of a little standing, d n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp vdd pns32 vvi cc vvi r-crq pn31 vbz, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp fw-la fw-la cc fw-la; c-crq a-acp vmbx vbi vvn d crd pp-f dt vvi n2 pp-f np1 pp-f dt j n-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
92 but which have fallen into most monstrous opinions, and innumerable subdivisions: but which have fallen into most monstrous opinions, and innumerable subdivisions: cc-acp r-crq vhb vvn p-acp ds j n2, cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
93 hence Arrians, Socinians, Anabaptists, Familists, Quakers, and what not? No wonder that so great a sin as Schisme, should be accompanied with so fearful Plagues. 1. We have now seen a necessity of Government and Governors in the Church. 2. We are now to enquire, 1. Who are these Governors, and 2. What is their office and work. hence Arians, socinians, Anabaptists, Familists, Quakers, and what not? No wonder that so great a since as Schism, should be accompanied with so fearful Plagues. 1. We have now seen a necessity of Government and Governors in the Church. 2. We Are now to inquire, 1. Who Are these Governors, and 2. What is their office and work. av n2-jn, njp2, np1, np2, np1, cc q-crq xx? dx n1 cst av j dt n1 p-acp n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp av j n2. crd pns12 vhb av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. crd pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi, crd r-crq vbr d n2, cc crd q-crq vbz po32 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
94 1. The Officers and Governors to be obeyed, are called here NONLATINALPHABET in other places NONLATINALPHABET; sometimes NONLATINALPHABET, sometimes NONLATINALPHABET. The word is different; 1. The Officers and Governors to be obeyed, Are called Here in other places; sometime, sometime. The word is different; crd dt n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vbr vvn av p-acp j-jn n2; av, av. dt n1 vbz j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
95 but, in the main, the persons and office are the same. but, in the main, the Persons and office Are the same. cc-acp, p-acp dt j, dt n2 cc n1 vbr dt d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
96 1. The first and Primary Governors are the Bishops of the Church, these are the Episcopi, and these the Presbyteri, the Primary and proper Elders. In the beginning called Apostles, and (because they continued not in their persons but their successors) Apostolical men in the first age, 1. The First and Primary Governors Are the Bishops of the Church, these Are the Bishops, and these the Presbyteries, the Primary and proper Elders. In the beginning called Apostles, and (Because they continued not in their Persons but their Successors) Apostolical men in the First age, crd dt ord cc np1 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d vbr dt np1, cc d dt np1, dt np1 cc j n2-jn. p-acp dt n1 vvn n2, cc (c-acp pns32 vvd xx p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2) j n2 p-acp dt ord n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
97 and Bishops in the succeeding ages of the Church. These are they to whom St. Peter writes, NONLATINALPHABET. and Bishops in the succeeding ages of the Church. These Are they to whom Saint Peter writes,. cc n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1. d vbr pns32 p-acp ro-crq n1 np1 vvz,. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
98 Such Elders then were they, as St. Peter himself was, he was but a fellow-Elder, such as they and no more then they, in that part of his Aposolical office, which was of standing and perpetual use in the Church, their work, Such Elders then were they, as Saint Peter himself was, he was but a fellow-Elder, such as they and no more then they, in that part of his Aposolical office, which was of standing and perpetual use in the Church, their work, d n2-jn av vbdr pns32, c-acp n1 np1 px31 vbds, pns31 vbds p-acp dt j, d c-acp pns32 cc dx dc cs pns32, p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 j n1, r-crq vbds a-acp vvg cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
99 as well as his, was, NONLATINALPHABET, to oversee, to Rule as Bishops over the flock, and there the Apostle seems to make an evident distinction, as well as his, was,, to oversee, to Rule as Bishops over the flock, and there the Apostle seems to make an evident distinction, c-acp av c-acp png31, vbds,, p-acp vvi, p-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
100 and imparity in the Evangelicall Ministry? some NONLATINALPHABET, not so much in Age, as in Office, whose work was to feed, and Govern, NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET: and imparity in the Evangelical Ministry? Some, not so much in Age, as in Office, whose work was to feed, and Govern,, and: cc n1 p-acp dt np1 n1? d, xx av av-d p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 vbds p-acp vvb, cc vvi,, cc: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
101 some NONLATINALPHABET, which by Analogy to the former verses, I conceive, may well be interpreted to be, (not young in Age, or Novices in Christianity, but) Juniours in regard of Place and Office, who were NONLATINALPHABET, to be under, or obey the Bishop in the Church, Some, which by Analogy to the former Verses, I conceive, may well be interpreted to be, (not young in Age, or novices in Christianity, but) Juniours in regard of Place and Office, who were, to be under, or obey the Bishop in the Church, d, r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2, pns11 vvb, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi, (xx j p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp np1, p-acp) n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbdr, pc-acp vbi p-acp, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
102 so that clearly there must be in the Clergy, both the NONLATINALPHABET, or Praepositi, The Bishops, or by what other name so ever they may fitly be called, so that clearly there must be in the Clergy, both the, or Praepositi, The Bishops, or by what other name so ever they may fitly be called, av cst av-j a-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, d dt, cc n1, dt n2, cc p-acp r-crq j-jn n1 av av pns32 vmb av-j vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
103 for we stand not upon names but things; and the NONLATINALPHABET, or Subditi, or Subordinati, the Subordinate Pastors, Priests, or Ministers (call them as you please) who in their places are to Govern and feed their peculiar flockes, for we stand not upon names but things; and the, or Subditi, or Subordinati, the Subordinate Pastors, Priests, or Ministers (call them as you please) who in their places Are to Govern and feed their peculiar flocks, c-acp pns12 vvb xx p-acp n2 p-acp n2; cc dt, cc np1, cc n1, dt j ng1, n2, cc n2 (vvb pno32 c-acp pn22 vvb) r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
104 yet to be under and obey their Bishop. The NONLATINALPHABET then in the text, in the first notion, are (as the learned Grotius in another place notes) Qui in Ecclesia sublimiorem caeteris consecuti sunt gradum, ut Apostoli; & post eos Episcopi. yet to be under and obey their Bishop. The then in the text, in the First notion, Are (as the learned Grotius in Another place notes) Qui in Ecclesia sublimiorem caeteris consecuti sunt Gradum, ut Apostles; & post eos Bishops. av pc-acp vbi p-acp cc vvi po32 n1. dt av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt ord n1, vbr (c-acp dt j np1 p-acp j-jn n1 n2) np1 p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1; cc av fw-la np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
105 2. Next to these are the Particular Pastors of the several Congregations. 2. Next to these Are the Particular Pastors of the several Congregations. crd ord p-acp d vbr dt j ng1 pp-f dt j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 8
106 These are also the standing officers in the Church, though to be under the Bishop, yet to Feed, Govern, and lead their flocks, These Are also the standing Officers in the Church, though to be under the Bishop, yet to Feed, Govern, and led their flocks, d vbr av dt j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, av p-acp vvb, vvb, cc vvi po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 8
107 and their work is also NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET, as the Scriptures evidence. Both these in their places and stations must be included under the NONLATINALPHABET in the text. and their work is also, and, as the Scriptures evidence. Both these in their places and stations must be included under the in the text. cc po32 n1 vbz av, cc, c-acp dt n2 n1. av-d d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 8
108 These have their place by Divine and Apostolicall institution. These have their place by Divine and Apostolical Institution. np1 vhb po32 n1 p-acp j-jn cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 8
109 And 3. Besides these, there are or may be many other particular officers, which though they have not such a particular expresse Divine institution, yet the Wisdome of the Church hath found them requisite, And 3. Beside these, there Are or may be many other particular Officers, which though they have not such a particular express Divine Institution, yet the Wisdom of the Church hath found them requisite, cc crd p-acp d, pc-acp vbr cc vmb vbi d j-jn j n2, r-crq cs pns32 vhb xx d dt j j j-jn n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
110 and at least Prudentially necessary for the assistance of these undoubted Pastors, and for the convenience of the severall administrations; and At least Prudentially necessary for the assistance of these undoubted Pastors, and for the convenience of the several administrations; cc p-acp ds av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j ng1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
111 which being established in an authority by the Law of the Church, or Kingdom, of which we are (such as amongst us the Chancellor, Archdeacon, &c. or other like officers in other Churches) they must by us be reckoned among these NONLATINALPHABET and accordingly are to be obeyed in their places. which being established in an Authority by the Law of the Church, or Kingdom, of which we Are (such as among us the Chancellor, Archdeacon, etc. or other like Officers in other Churches) they must by us be reckoned among these and accordingly Are to be obeyed in their places. r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr (d c-acp p-acp pno12 dt n1, np1, av cc j-jn j n2 p-acp j-jn n2) pns32 vmb p-acp pno12 vbi vvn p-acp d cc av-vvg vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
112 2. Having found the Officers, we are next to enquire their Work and employment. And the text will shew us several particular worth noting, both 1. in their office, 2. Having found the Officers, we Are next to inquire their Work and employment. And the text will show us several particular worth noting, both 1. in their office, crd vhg vvn dt n2, pns12 vbr ord pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1. cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 j j n1 vvg, d crd p-acp po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
113 and 2. in the object of it. and 2. in the Object of it. cc crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
114 1. In their Office, we have these four things remarkable, viz. their Eminence, Precedence, Observance, Governance. 1. In their Office, we have these four things remarkable, viz. their Eminence, Precedence, Observance, Governance. crd p-acp po32 n1, pns12 vhb d crd n2 j, n1 po32 n1, n1, n1, n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
115 1. The first is NONLATINALPHABET, Eminence, They are over you, a degree above ( viz. in relation to matters of the Church.) So are all Rulers over the Ruled: it is so in the State, let the Lord set a man over the Congregation, saith Moses: it is so in the Church, who is the wise steward, whom the Lond shall make Ruler over his house? though they are all servants to the Lord of all, net are some in Eminency over the rest; as the NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET before mentioned. 1. The First is, Eminence, They Are over you, a degree above (viz. in Relation to matters of the Church.) So Are all Rulers over the Ruled: it is so in the State, let the Lord Set a man over the Congregation, Says Moses: it is so in the Church, who is the wise steward, whom the Land shall make Ruler over his house? though they Are all Servants to the Lord of all, net Are Some in Eminency over the rest; as the, and before mentioned. crd dt ord vbz, n1, pns32 vbr p-acp pn22, dt n1 p-acp (n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1.) av vbr d n2 p-acp dt j-vvn: pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1: pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, ro-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1? cs pns32 vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, n1 vbr d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp dt, cc a-acp vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
116 Yea even the Deacons are said to have some degree of Eminency, they purchase to them elves NONLATINALPHABET, a good degree, unlesse this be rather to be understood that by their faithfull diligence in that lower, they come to gain a higher degree in the Church. Yea even the Deacons Are said to have Some degree of Eminency, they purchase to them elves, a good degree, unless this be rather to be understood that by their faithful diligence in that lower, they come to gain a higher degree in the Church. uh av dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvi p-acp pno32 n2, dt j n1, cs d vbb av-c pc-acp vbi vvn cst p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp d av-jc, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
117 But however this is clear in the Place of Governours, there is an Eminence. 1. Which must engage us inferiours to yeild that just Reverence that is due to our Superiors for their place sake? And 2. For us (my Brethren of the Clergy ) As we are NONLATINALPHABET to our flocks, and so have a degree of Eminency in that regard above them; But however this is clear in the Place of Governors, there is an Eminence. 1. Which must engage us inferiors to yield that just reverence that is due to our Superiors for their place sake? And 2. For us (my Brothers of the Clergy) As we Are to our flocks, and so have a degree of Eminency in that regard above them; cc-acp c-acp d vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbz dt n1. crd r-crq vmb vvi pno12 n2-jn p-acp vvi d j n1 cst vbz j-jn p-acp po12 n2-jn p-acp po32 n1 n1? cc crd p-acp pno12 (po11 n2 pp-f dt n1) c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n2, cc av vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
118 so are we by this engaged to a care to preserve the dignity, of our office and Ministry: so Are we by this engaged to a care to preserve the dignity, of our office and Ministry: av vbr pns12 p-acp d vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pp-f po12 n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
119 to walke worthy of our high calling, not by the vain pomp of the world, but an holy exact conversation; to walk worthy of our high calling, not by the vain pomp of the world, but an holy exact Conversation; pc-acp vvi j pp-f po12 j n-vvg, xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt j j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
120 walking so much the more watchfully and warily, as much as we are above others in place, walking so much the more watchfully and warily, as much as we Are above Others in place, vvg av av-d dt av-dc av-j cc av-j, c-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp n2-jn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
121 so must it be our eare to be better in life. For,) Ye know the maxime in Law. so must it be our ear to be better in life. For,) You know the maxim in Law. av vmb pn31 vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi jc p-acp n1. p-acp,) pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
122 In dignitate qui peccat, peccat amplius: In dignitate qui peccat, peccat Amplius: p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 9
123 thus was Elies sin aggravated by the eminence of his place, I Chese thy fathers house — took thee to be my Priest — Why spurn Ye at my sacrifices? &c. And ye know also? thus was Elies since aggravated by the eminence of his place, I Cheese thy Father's house — took thee to be my Priest — Why spurn You At my Sacrifices? etc. And you know also? av vbds npg1 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 n1 po21 ng1 n1 — vvd pno21 pc-acp vbi po11 n1 — q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp po11 n2? av cc pn22 vvb av? (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 10
124 Quo major dignitas, eo major deformitas. Quo Major dignitas, eo Major deformitas. fw-la j fw-la, fw-la j fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
125 Sin in a Minister, is like a Wenn not on the foot, or hand, but in the face or over the eyes. since in a Minister, is like a When not on the foot, or hand, but in the face or over the eyes. n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j dt n1 xx p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
126 Sedes Summa, et vita ima, are ill-matched. And we certainly have more eyes upon us, our faults are more conspicuous then any; Sedes Summa, et vita Ima, Are ill-matched. And we Certainly have more eyes upon us, our Faults Are more conspicuous then any; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vbr j. cc pns12 av-j vhb dc n2 p-acp pno12, po12 n2 vbr av-dc j cs d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
127 as a black spot upon a white robe, NONLATINALPHABET. In a valley, things may be hid, and not seen untill we come upon them: as a black spot upon a white robe,. In a valley, things may be hid, and not seen until we come upon them: c-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1,. p-acp dt n1, n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc xx vvn c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
128 but ye (if any) are the light of the world; a City set upon an hill cannot be hid. but you (if any) Are the Light of the world; a city Set upon an hill cannot be hid. cc-acp pn22 (cs d) vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1; dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
129 Soli latere si licet, Regi (adde Episcopo, Clero ) licet. And besides all this, We may be sure, our faults will be more observed then all our abilities, pains, and good actions whatsoever. Soli later si licet, King (add Bishop, Clero) licet. And beside all this, We may be sure, our Faults will be more observed then all our abilities, pains, and good actions whatsoever. np1 jc fw-mi fw-la, fw-la (vvb np1, np1) fw-la. cc p-acp d d, pns12 vmb vbi j, po12 n2 vmb vbi av-dc vvn cs d po12 n2, n2, cc j n2 r-crq. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
130 The glory and brightnesse of the Sun passeth all the year little noted: but one Eclipse calls the eyes of all to behold and observe it. The glory and brightness of the Sun passes all the year little noted: but one Eclipse calls the eyes of all to behold and observe it. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz d dt n1 av-j vvn: cc-acp crd n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 10
131 Thus the general holy example, eminent preaching of Ministers may be seen, but is little observed: Thus the general holy Exampl, eminent preaching of Ministers may be seen, but is little observed: av dt j j n1, j vvg pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp vbz av-j vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
132 but every one is ready to take notice of the least aberration; that they may have something, wherewith to put off our rebukes; but every one is ready to take notice of the least aberration; that they may have something, wherewith to put off our rebukes; cc-acp d pi vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt ds n1; cst pns32 vmb vhi pi, c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
133 or by our example encourage and sooth up themselves in their sins; or take occasion to blaspheme or reproach our function. or by our Exampl encourage and sooth up themselves in their Sins; or take occasion to Blaspheme or reproach our function. cc p-acp po12 n1 vvi cc n1 a-acp px32 p-acp po32 n2; cc vvb n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
134 As therefore we are in place of Eminence, so let it be our care to maintain the honour of our place by an holy and blamelesse conversation. As Therefore we Are in place of Eminence, so let it be our care to maintain the honour of our place by an holy and blameless Conversation. p-acp av pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
135 2 The next considerable in this office, is NONLATINALPHABET Precedence to go before, and to lead the flock: for this is NONLATINALPHABET it is vox castrensis: but used of Publick persons, whether in the Camp, City, or Church: and this NONLATINALPHABET (ye know) answer to the Heb: NONLATINALPHABET Dux, Praesul, Antistes. 2 The next considerable in this office, is Precedence to go before, and to led the flock: for this is it is vox Castrensis: but used of Public Persons, whither in the Camp, city, or Church: and this (you know) answer to the Hebrew: Dux, Præsul, Antistes. crd dt ord j p-acp d n1, vbz n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1: p-acp d vbz pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la: cc-acp vvn pp-f j n2, cs p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1: cc d (pn22 vvb) vvb p-acp dt n1: np1, n1, np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
136 As the Prince hath Precedence in Civil things; As the Prince hath Precedence in Civil things; p-acp dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
137 the Captain in Military: So the Priest in Sacred. The Bishop as Leivetennat General under Christ, who alone is NONLATINALPHABET the Cheif-Captain: and the Presbyters, as inferior Captains, and subordinate leaders, who are to set themselves in the Front or Fore-ward of their several Charges, the Captain in Military: So the Priest in Sacred. The Bishop as Leivetennat General under christ, who alone is the Cheif-Captain: and the Presbyters, as inferior Captains, and subordinate leaders, who Are to Set themselves in the Front or Forward of their several Charges, dt n1 p-acp j: av dt n1 p-acp j. dt n1 p-acp np1 j p-acp np1, r-crq av-j vbz dt n1: cc dt n2, p-acp j-jn n2, cc j n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
138 and manfully marching before the Church, encouraging all to follow with like valour & diligence in the Christian Warfare against the World, the Flesh, and the Devill. and manfully marching before the Church, encouraging all to follow with like valour & diligence in the Christian Warfare against the World, the Flesh, and the devil. cc av-j vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg d pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
139 We have also in the Scripture another Metaphor much to the same purpose, let the Lord of the spirits (saith Moses) set a man over the Congregation, that he may go out before them and come in before them; We have also in the Scripture Another Metaphor much to the same purpose, let the Lord of the spirits (Says Moses) Set a man over the Congregation, that he may go out before them and come in before them; pns12 vhb av p-acp dt n1 j-jn n1 av-d p-acp dt d n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (vvz np1) vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp pno32 cc vvb p-acp p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
140 to lead them out, and to bring them in; that they may not be as sheep having no sheephard: to led them out, and to bring them in; that they may not be as sheep having no shepherd: pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp; cst pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 vhg dx n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
141 alluding to the Custome of those Eastern Countries, not (as with us) to drive the sheep, alluding to the Custom of those Eastern Countries, not (as with us) to drive the sheep, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, xx (c-acp p-acp pno12) pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
142 but to go before and lead them, to which custome also our Saviour alludes, the sheep hearing, & knowing the voyce of their own sheepheard do follow him. but to go before and led them, to which custom also our Saviour alludes, the sheep hearing, & knowing the voice of their own shepherd do follow him. cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi pno32, p-acp r-crq n1 av po12 n1 vvz, dt n1 vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1 vdb vvi pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
143 Thus Rulers are Leaders; it is so in Political, it is so in Ecclesiasticals, Prophets, Bishops, Priests, are such Leaders, Pastors. Guides, as the Scriptures in many places shew. Thus Rulers Are Leaders; it is so in Political, it is so in Ecclesiasticals, prophets, Bishops, Priests, Are such Leaders, Pastors. Guides, as the Scriptures in many places show. av n2 vbr n2; pn31 vbz av p-acp np1, pn31 vbz av p-acp n2-j, n2, n2, n2, vbr d n2, ng1. n2, p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n2 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
144 Which Precedence is not so much in Civill respects, taking the upper hand, &c. as a going before others in a way of Doctrin, Direction, Circumspect Walking, Which Precedence is not so much in Civil respects, taking the upper hand, etc. as a going before Others in a Way of Doctrine, Direction, Circumspect Walking, r-crq n1 vbz xx av av-d p-acp j n2, vvg dt jc n1, av c-acp dt vvg p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, j vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
145 and the example of an holy life: and the Exampl of an holy life: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
146 this is the only way to vindicate both our persons and Ministry from contempt, and to gain a Credit, this is the only Way to vindicate both our Persons and Ministry from contempt, and to gain a Credit, d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
147 and a Repute to both, by being examples in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit in Faith and Purity, Paterns of good VVorks, not as Domineerings Lords (for it is not the Title of NONLATINALPHABET but the abuse of power, NONLATINALPHABET which is there condemned) but as ensamples to the flock. and a Repute to both, by being Examples in Word, in Conversation, in Charity, in Spirit in Faith and Purity, Patterns of good Works, not as Domineer lords (for it is not the Title of but the abuse of power, which is there condemned) but as ensamples to the flock. cc dt n1 p-acp d, p-acp vbg n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, n2 pp-f j vvz, xx a-acp vvi n2 (c-acp pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz a-acp vvn) cc-acp c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
148 This Precedence now must teach us a double duty. 1. Diligence in study, to know the way, workes and will of God. This Precedence now must teach us a double duty. 1. Diligence in study, to know the Way, works and will of God. d n1 av vmb vvi pno12 dt j-jn n1. crd n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvz cc n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
149 To get our own eyes enlightned, and to keep them open: To get our own eyes enlightened, and to keep them open: p-acp vvi po12 d n2 vvd, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
150 Our selves must first learn, and be sufficiently furnished with a stock of divine knowledge, ere we can teach and instruct others. Our selves must First Learn, and be sufficiently furnished with a stock of divine knowledge, ere we can teach and instruct Others. po12 n2 vmb ord vvi, cc vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
151 It is sad with the Church, when men will undertake to be teachers, who themselves have not learned the mysteries of faith, It is sad with the Church, when men will undertake to be Teachers, who themselves have not learned the Mysteres of faith, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, c-crq n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi n2, r-crq px32 vhb xx vvn dt n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
152 and principles of this Doctrin of God, & prius effundere, quam infundi volunt. and principles of this Doctrine of God, & prius effundere, quam infundi volunt. cc n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, cc fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
153 If we undertake to be guides, be sure first that we see well, if the blind lead the blind, ye know the danger of both. If we undertake to be guides, be sure First that we see well, if the blind led the blind, you know the danger of both. cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi n2, vbb j ord cst pns12 vvb av, cs dt j vvi dt j, pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
154 Let us not then be strangers to our studies, but be earnest by Study, Meditation and Prayer to gaine an higher measure of knowledge, a deeper and farther insight into the mysteries of the Gospell. Let us not then be Strangers to our studies, but be earnest by Study, Meditation and Prayer to gain an higher measure of knowledge, a Deeper and farther insight into the Mysteres of the Gospel. vvb pno12 xx av vbi n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f n1, dt jc-jn cc jc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
155 Those who are to teach others; Those who Are to teach Others; d r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi n2-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
156 should know more then others, we must be NONLATINALPHABET, apt and ready to teach, that is our office; should know more then Others, we must be, apt and ready to teach, that is our office; vmd vvi av-dc cs n2-jn, pns12 vmb vbi, j cc j pc-acp vvi, cst vbz po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
157 then we must be NONLATINALPHABET learned, that we may be able to perform it give attendance first to Reading, then to Exhortation, and Doctrine. 2. Holinesse of life, if we are Guides, we must take the more care that we go not out of the way, then we must be learned, that we may be able to perform it give attendance First to Reading, then to Exhortation, and Doctrine. 2. Holiness of life, if we Are Guides, we must take the more care that we go not out of the Way, av pns12 vmb vbi j, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 vvb n1 ord p-acp vvg, av p-acp n1, cc n1. crd n1 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vbr n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt av-dc n1 cst pns12 vvb xx av pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
158 least by our miscarriage we draw others into perdition. lest by our miscarriage we draw Others into perdition. cs p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vvi n2-jn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
159 True it is, our examples are no Rule for others to follow in evill courses, nor will it be a plea for any to justifie sin, here Christs rule must hold do as they say, but do not after their evill works. True it is, our Examples Are no Rule for Others to follow in evil courses, nor will it be a plea for any to justify since, Here Christ Rule must hold do as they say, but do not After their evil works. j pn31 vbz, po12 n2 vbr dx n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, cc vmb pn31 vbi dt n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1, av npg1 n1 vmb vvi vdb c-acp pns32 vvb, cc-acp vdb xx p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
160 Yet when men are so prone exemplo vivere, especially by the examples of their Leaders; Yet when men Are so prove exemplo vivere, especially by the Examples of their Leaders; av c-crq n2 vbr av j fw-la fw-la, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
161 who (as Seneca observes) plus exemplo quam peccato nocent, there cannot but be by our evill examples too great occasion of sin to the flock. who (as Senecca observes) plus exemplo quam Peccato nocent, there cannot but be by our evil Examples too great occasion of since to the flock. q-crq (c-acp np1 vvz) fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, a-acp vmbx p-acp vbi p-acp po12 j-jn n2 av j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
162 And it will be a sad account that we shall make, when God shall say, Qui ducunt te, seducuut te; And it will be a sad account that we shall make, when God shall say, Qui ducunt te, seducuut te; cc pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi, c-crq np1 vmb vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
163 and it shall appear that we not onely fall our selves, but like the Devill, or first falling Angel (to which there seemes to be an allusion in the Apocalypse ) draw thousands also down after us. and it shall appear that we not only fallen our selves, but like the devil, or First falling Angel (to which there seems to be an allusion in the Apocalypse) draw thousands also down After us. cc pn31 vmb vvi cst pns12 xx av-j vvi po12 n2, cc-acp av-j dt n1, cc ord vvg n1 (p-acp r-crq a-acp vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt np1) vvb crd av p-acp p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
164 Are we Guides? then it must be our care that we turn not to the right hand or to the left, but keep our feet from evill. are we Guides? then it must be our care that we turn not to the right hand or to the left, but keep our feet from evil. vbr pns12 n2? av pn31 vmb vbi po12 n1 cst pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc p-acp dt j, cc-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
165 We must be examples in faith, Charity, Purity, &c. If examples, then must we strive to be the best, We must be Examples in faith, Charity, Purity, etc. If Examples, then must we strive to be the best, pns12 vmb vbi n2 p-acp n1, n1, n1, av cs n2, av vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi dt js, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
166 and most perfect, in a more refined life, and higher purity of Conversation. and most perfect, in a more refined life, and higher purity of Conversation. cc av-ds j, p-acp dt av-dc j-vvn n1, cc jc n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
167 As we are by our places brought nearer to God; so in our lives should we strive to be more like unto God. As we Are by our places brought nearer to God; so in our lives should we strive to be more like unto God. c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n2 vvn av-jc p-acp np1; av p-acp po12 n2 vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi dc av-j p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
168 Excellent is that passage of that holy Gregorie; NONLATINALPHABET — VVhen we are entrusted with this place and office by God, it is not enough, that we are not wicked (for this is to be abhorred in the lowest of the people) but it must be our endeavour to be more above them in piety and goodnesse, Excellent is that passage of that holy Gregory; — When we Are Entrusted with this place and office by God, it is not enough, that we Are not wicked (for this is to be abhorred in the lowest of the people) but it must be our endeavour to be more above them in piety and Goodness, j vbz d n1 pp-f cst j np1; — c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz xx av-d, cst pns12 vbr xx j (c-acp d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js pp-f dt n1) cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
169 then we are in place and office: to account it nothing that we excell them in dignity; then we Are in place and office: to account it nothing that we excel them in dignity; cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1: pc-acp vvi pn31 pix cst pns12 vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
170 but to account it our shame and losse, if we in all things answer not that honor, place and employment, to which we are called: but to account it our shame and loss, if we in all things answer not that honour, place and employment, to which we Are called: cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 po12 n1 cc n1, cs pns12 p-acp d n2 vvb xx d n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
171 we must not think NONLATINALPHABET, the same measure fits every person; we must not think, the same measure fits every person; pns12 vmb xx vvi, dt d n1 vvz d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
172 there is not the same age or strength of all nor the same nature of every Creature, there is not the same age or strength of all nor the same nature of every Creature, pc-acp vbz xx dt d n1 cc n1 pp-f d ccx dt d n1 pp-f d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
173 nor the same quality of every Earth; nor the same quality of every Earth; ccx av d n1 pp-f d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
174 nor the same beauty and lustre of every star, &c. It is the sin of private and the meanest Christians to do that which is evill; nor the same beauty and lustre of every star, etc. It is the since of private and the Meanest Christians to do that which is evil; ccx av d n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j cc dt js np1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
175 but of the Minister, Guide, and Leader in the Church it is required, NONLATINALPHABET, to be the best, and to preceed still, but of the Minister, Guide, and Leader in the Church it is required,, to be the best, and to precede still, cc-acp pp-f dt n1, vvb, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn,, pc-acp vbi dt js, cc pc-acp vvi av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
176 and proceed in that which is good. and proceed in that which is good. cc vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
177 3. The next remarkable in this office is NONLATINALPHABET, or (according to the word in the text) NONLATINALPHABET, VVatching, or Observance, and oversight. NONLATINALPHABET Insomnem noctem ducunt vigiles: the word is Emphatically, 3. The next remarkable in this office is, or (according to the word in the text), Watching, or Observance, and oversight. Insomnem noctem ducunt Vigiles: the word is Emphatically, crd dt ord j p-acp d n1 vbz, cc (vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1), vvg, cc n1, cc n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: dt n1 vbz av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
178 as if they took NONLATINALPHABET not a wink of sleep. as if they took not a wink of sleep. c-acp cs pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
179 The Metaphor is easie, their work is the work of VVatchmen Son of man (saith God) I have made thee a watchman to the house of Israel; The Metaphor is easy, their work is the work of VVatchmen Son of man (Says God) I have made thee a watchman to the house of Israel; dt n1 vbz j, po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 n1 pp-f n1 (vvz np1) pns11 vhb vvn pno21 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
180 and this Metaphor shewes their work. 1. They are NONLATINALPHABET, to stand in the VVatch-Tower, as Centinels, to prevent danger from without, to declare when the enemie cometh. 2. NONLATINALPHABET to Oversee the flock, to prevent their carelesnesse within; and this Metaphor shows their work. 1. They Are, to stand in the VVatch-Tower, as Centinels, to prevent danger from without, to declare when the enemy comes. 2. to Oversee the flock, to prevent their carelessness within; cc d n1 vvz po32 n1. crd pns32 vbr, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp a-acp, pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz. crd p-acp vvb dt n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
181 that men sleep not, or neglect their duty. that men sleep not, or neglect their duty. d n2 vvb xx, cc vvi po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
182 Both these doth the Apostle mean in that charge which he gives in his last far-well at Miletum, to the Elders or Bishop of Ephesus. viz. to Timothy the then Bishop (as may well be judged) of that Metropolis, and the other inferiour Bishops under him: Both these does the Apostle mean in that charge which he gives in his last farewell At Miletus, to the Elders or Bishop of Ephesus. viz. to Timothy the then Bishop (as may well be judged) of that Metropolis, and the other inferior Bishops under him: av-d d vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 ord uh-n p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2-jn cc n1 pp-f np1. n1 p-acp np1 dt av n1 (c-acp np1 av vbi vvn) pp-f d n1, cc dt j-jn j-jn n2 p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
183 and if particular Presbyters were there, the charge is the same to them in their severall stations. and if particular Presbyters were there, the charge is the same to them in their several stations. cc cs j vvz vbdr a-acp, dt n1 vbz dt d p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
184 VVolves will enter in, therefore watch and take heed to your selves and to all the flock, over which the holy Ghost hath made you, NONLATINALPHABET, Bishops, (i. e.) inspectors, or overseers. And now this Watch is. A watch for the flook: VVolves will enter in, Therefore watch and take heed to your selves and to all the flock, over which the holy Ghost hath made you,, Bishops, (i. e.) inspectors, or Overseers. And now this Watch is. A watch for the flook: n2 vmb vvi p-acp, av vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc p-acp d dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn pn22,, n2, (uh. sy.) n2, cc n2. cc av d vvb vbz. dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
185 in a carefull foresight, to prevent the danger that might acrew to their souls by any that come among them, in a careful foresight, to prevent the danger that might acrew to their Souls by any that come among them, p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vmd vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
186 whether by error, or prophanesse, that they may avoyd them. whither by error, or profaneness, that they may avoid them. cs p-acp n1, cc n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
187 As Watchmen, if they see a Sword comming in judgment from God, they must blow the Trumpet and warne men, that they may repent of sin and avoid the stroke. As Watchmen, if they see a Sword coming in judgement from God, they must blow the Trumpet and warn men, that they may Repent of since and avoid the stroke. p-acp n2, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvi n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pp-f n1 cc vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
188 If they see VVolves enter the fold, Hereticks enter the Church, they must give notice, and take care of the Church against them. If they see VVolves enter the fold, Heretics enter the Church, they must give notice, and take care of the Church against them. cs pns32 vvb n2 vvb dt n1, n2 vvi dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi n1, cc vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
189 Hirelings flie when the wolf comes; but it is the Pastors work to watch, and defend the fold; Hirelings fly when the wolf comes; but it is the Pastors work to watch, and defend the fold; n2 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz; p-acp pn31 vbz dt ng1 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
190 they must attend, that Foxes creep not into the vineyard; nor weeds grow in the Garden; they must attend, that Foxes creep not into the vineyard; nor weeds grow in the Garden; pns32 vmb vvi, cst n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1; ccx n2 vvb p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
191 nor Schisme, Heresie, or Prophanesse in the Church of God. 2. A watch over the flock, and so much is also signified in this NONLATINALPHABET, a carefull Oversight, to look to them, nor Schism, Heresy, or Profaneness in the Church of God. 2. A watch over the flock, and so much is also signified in this, a careful Oversight, to look to them, ccx n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av d vbz av vvn p-acp d, dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
192 and keep them awake in their duties, that they sleep not in sin or security, but awaken by Repentance, and keep awake. and keep them awake in their duties, that they sleep not in since or security, but awaken by Repentance, and keep awake. cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
193 It is the work of the Pastors, to take notice of the lives and conversations of the people. It is the work of the Pastors, to take notice of the lives and conversations of the people. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
194 As Physicians are to observe bodies and diseases: so is the Minister to observe souls and sins, that they may apply suitable remedies: As Physicians Are to observe bodies and diseases: so is the Minister to observe Souls and Sins, that they may apply suitable remedies: p-acp n2 vbr pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2: av vbz dt vvb pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
195 for this reason it is, among others, ( viz. that there may be this carefull inspection, for this reason it is, among Others, (viz. that there may be this careful inspection, c-acp d n1 pn31 vbz, p-acp n2-jn, (n1 cst a-acp vmb vbi d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
196 and the single Pastor not being able to take notice, of or a personal inspection into every particular) that the wisedome of the Church hath thought fit to joyn others, in the respective Parishes, to assist the Minister, (the Church-wardens, I mean, who, did they conscientiously discharge their places, and the single Pastor not being able to take notice, of or a personal inspection into every particular) that the Wisdom of the Church hath Thought fit to join Others, in the respective Parishes, to assist the Minister, (the Churchwardens, I mean, who, did they conscientiously discharge their places, cc dt j np1 xx vbg j pc-acp vvi n1, pp-f cc dt j n1 p-acp d j) cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, p-acp dt j n2, pc-acp vvi dt vvb, (dt n2, pns11 vvb, r-crq, vdd pns32 av-j vvi po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
197 and perform the works which the Church hath put upon them, there would be no place for, and perform the works which the Church hath put upon them, there would be no place for, cc vvi dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
198 or want of such an officer as a Lay-Elder in every Church, which some of late have so much stickled for) These by their constant dealings with the people, having more and better opportunities to look into their lives, are then to acquaint the Bishop, or the Proper Governours, or want of such an officer as a Lay-elder in every Church, which Some of late have so much stickled for) These by their constant dealings with the people, having more and better opportunities to look into their lives, Are then to acquaint the Bishop, or the Proper Governors, cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp dt j p-acp d n1, r-crq d pp-f av-j vhb av av-d vvn p-acp) d p-acp po32 j n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, vhg n1 cc jc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, vbr av pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
199 and Pastors with them, that they may act as becomes watchmen. It is every Christians office, in charity, to consider one another, to provoke to love, and Pastors with them, that they may act as becomes watchmen. It is every Christians office, in charity, to Consider one Another, to provoke to love, cc ng1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi c-acp vvz n2. pn31 vbz d np1 n1, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
200 and to good works, it is theirs, in Duty; that the watchmen may see, that men live as becometh Christians. and to good works, it is theirs, in Duty; that the watchmen may see, that men live as Becometh Christians. cc p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz png32, p-acp n1; cst dt n2 vmb vvi, cst n2 vvb a-acp vvz np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
201 The end of which Inspection is, not to exercise a Dominion for the honour or profit of our selves, but for the edification and advantage of the flock, viz. The end of which Inspection is, not to exercise a Dominion for the honour or profit of our selves, but for the edification and advantage of the flock, viz. dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vbz, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 14
202 1. To prevent sin, to keep men awake: 1. To prevent since, to keep men awake: crd pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi n2 vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 14
203 as persons set to watch a sick man after some Potion, where sleep would be dangerous. as Persons Set to watch a sick man After Some Potion, where sleep would be dangerous. c-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq n1 vmd vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 14
204 Sin is the sleep of the soul; we are then to warn, that men sin not: or if they sin, then since is the sleep of the soul; we Are then to warn, that men sin not: or if they sin, then n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi, cst n2 vvb xx: cc cs pns32 vvb, cs (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 14
205 2. To awaken and rouze men from sin. By repentance men awake: 2. To awaken and rouse men from since. By Repentance men awake: crd pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp n1. p-acp n1 n2 vvb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
206 and it is the watchmans work, by Doctrine, Exhortation, Admonition, Rebuke, Discipline and Censures to bring men to Repentance, that they may be saved. and it is the watchman's work, by Doctrine, Exhortation, Admonition, Rebuke, Discipline and Censures to bring men to Repentance, that they may be saved. cc pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, p-acp n1, n1, n1, vvb, n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
207 Bishops are the Angels of the severall Churches, who as they must be watchfull, and rouze up themselves; Bishops Are the Angels of the several Churches, who as they must be watchful, and rouse up themselves; n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq c-acp pns32 vmb vbi j, cc vvi a-acp px32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
208 so must they quicken others also, and so strengthen the things that are ready to dye. so must they quicken Others also, and so strengthen the things that Are ready to die. av vmb pns32 vvb n2-jn av, cc av vvb dt n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
209 If any be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, (i.e.) who have attained to greater measures, especially if in place and office, Take, Raise, Restore such a man: This also must teach us, If any be overtaken in a fault, you which Are spiritual, (i.e.) who have attained to greater measures, especially if in place and office, Take, Raise, Restore such a man: This also must teach us, cs d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 r-crq vbr j, (n1) q-crq vhb vvn p-acp jc n2, av-j cs p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb, vvb, vvb d dt n1: np1 av vmb vvi pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 15
210 1. A care for our selves. 1. A care for our selves. crd dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
211 How can we watch over, or for others, if we keep not our own souls awake. How can we watch over, or for Others, if we keep not our own Souls awake. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi a-acp, cc p-acp n2-jn, cs pns12 vvb xx po12 d n2 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
212 That command of Christ, which is given to one, is given to all, VVatch; but especially in our places. That command of christ, which is given to one, is given to all, Watch; but especially in our places. cst n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp crd, vbz vvn p-acp d, vvb; p-acp av-j p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
213 Who will set a drowzy spirit to watch others: VVhy sleep ye? saith Christ to his Disciples. Who will Set a drowsy Spirit to watch Others: Why sleep you? Says christ to his Disciples. q-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn: q-crq vvb pn22? vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
214 We are Shepheards, if we sleep, who shall look to the Flock? or how can we keep others waking? Our first care then must be for our selves. We Are Shepherds, if we sleep, who shall look to the Flock? or how can we keep Others waking? Our First care then must be for our selves. pns12 vbr n2, cs pns12 vvb, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt vvb? cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi n2-jn n-vvg? po12 ord n1 av vmb vbi p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
215 Take heed to your selves first, then to the flock: first to thy self, then to thy doctrine, and this is the way to save both our selves and them that hear us. Take heed to your selves First, then to the flock: First to thy self, then to thy Doctrine, and this is the Way to save both our selves and them that hear us. vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2 ord, cs p-acp dt n1: ord p-acp po21 n1, av p-acp po21 n1, cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 cc pno32 cst vvb pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
216 Otherwise, though by our doctrine, we may be a means to save others; yet by our workes we shall damn our selves: Otherwise, though by our Doctrine, we may be a means to save Others; yet by our works we shall damn our selves: av, cs p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmb vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi n2-jn; av p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
217 and (as Nazianzen makes the comparison) prove but as the Water used in Baptisme, a seal of life to others, and (as Nazianzen makes the comparison) prove but as the Water used in Baptism, a seal of life to Others, cc (c-acp np1 vvz dt n1) vvb cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
218 but itself afterwards running into the sink. but itself afterwards running into the sink. cc-acp px31 av vvg p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
219 This made St Paul so carefull of himself, To keep down his body, so that, When he preached to others, himself might not become a cast-away: This made Saint Paul so careful of himself, To keep down his body, so that, When he preached to Others, himself might not become a castaway: d vvd zz np1 av j pp-f px31, pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, av cst, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2-jn, px31 vmd xx vvi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
220 this done, our next care must be 2. A tender care of the Flocks under our charge. Their souls lie at stake: this done, our next care must be 2. A tender care of the Flocks under our charge. Their Souls lie At stake: d vdn, po12 ord n1 vmb vbi crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp po12 n1. po32 n2 vvb p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 15
221 if the shepheard be carelesse, the sheep must perish: if the centinels sleep, the city will be surprised: if the shepherd be careless, the sheep must perish: if the centinels sleep, the City will be surprised: cs dt n1 vbb j, dt n1 vmb vvi: cs dt n2 vvb, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
222 if we be idle, not diligent in the workes of our place, to watch and warn, the enemies get advantage; Hereticks creep into the Church; if we be idle, not diligent in the works of our place, to watch and warn, the enemies get advantage; Heretics creep into the Church; cs pns12 vbb j, xx j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, dt n2 vvb n1; n2 vvb p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
223 sin steals upon the souls of men; and People dye for want of knowledge: if they sin, and continue, and die, they dye in their own sin; since steals upon the Souls of men; and People die for want of knowledge: if they sin, and continue, and die, they die in their own since; n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; cc n1 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1: cs pns32 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
224 but if in it they perish through our neglect, their blood will lie on our heads, but if in it they perish through our neglect, their blood will lie on our Heads, cc-acp cs p-acp pn31 pns32 vvb p-acp po12 n1, po32 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
225 and be required at our hands; and be required At our hands; cc vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
226 but if we warn them and do our duty, whatsoever the event or successe be to them, we have Delivered our own souls. This is our third work Inspection, and Observance. but if we warn them and do our duty, whatsoever the event or success be to them, we have Delivered our own Souls. This is our third work Inspection, and Observance. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb pno32 cc vdb po12 n1, r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp pno32, pns12 vhb vvn po12 d n2. d vbz po12 ord n1 n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
227 4. The fourth and last considerable in this office is NONLATINALPHABET: Governance: Hierarchia, A sacred jurisdiction; they are NONLATINALPHABET, to be obeyed and submitted to. 4. The fourth and last considerable in this office is: Governance: Hierarchy, A sacred jurisdiction; they Are, to be obeyed and submitted to. crd dt ord cc ord j p-acp d n1 vbz: n1: np1, dt j n1; pns32 vbr, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
228 I need not cite those many texts wherein they are called NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET: I need not Cite those many texts wherein they Are called and: pns11 vvb xx vvi d d n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
229 words of Rule and Authority. There is a Governance, in the Venerable Bishops, who are NONLATINALPHABET to have the rule and oversight as, of the flock, so of the NONLATINALPHABET, the Clergy also, (as the Antithesis in St. Peter must infer,) NONLATINALPHABET. words of Rule and authority. There is a Governance, in the Venerable Bishops, who Are to have the Rule and oversight as, of the flock, so of the, the Clergy also, (as the Antithesis in Saint Peter must infer,). n2 pp-f vvb cc n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1, p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 a-acp, pp-f dt n1, av pp-f dt, dt n1 av, (c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 vmb vvi,). (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
230 A Government, which is not Despotical, or Magisterial, for the benefit of themselves; not Lordlike or Domineering; A Government, which is not Despotical, or Magisterial, for the benefit of themselves; not Lordlike or Domineering; dt n1, r-crq vbz xx j, cc j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f px32; xx j cc j-vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
231 no, they claime it not, they exercise it not: but, Paternal, and Pastoral, for the benefit of the Church, and salvation of souls: no, they claim it not, they exercise it not: but, Paternal, and Pastoral, for the benefit of the Church, and salvation of Souls: uh-dx, pns32 vvb pn31 xx, pns32 vvb pn31 xx: cc-acp, j, cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
232 not as Lords or Masters over them; not as lords or Masters over them; xx c-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
233 but, as Pastors, Brethren, Fathers, over the several Presbyters, and people. Under these, The Presbyters also (though subordinate to the Bishops, as Subjects, shall I say, but, as Pastors, Brothers, Father's, over the several Presbyters, and people. Under these, The Presbyters also (though subordinate to the Bishops, as Subject's, shall I say, cc-acp, c-acp ng1, n2, n2, p-acp dt j n2, cc n1. p-acp d, dt n2 av (cs j p-acp dt n2, p-acp n2-jn, vmb pns11 vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
234 nay rather as Sons, or Brethren in subordination to obey them as Fathers; yet) to Govern their respective flocks; not Commanding with Dominion; but Feeding, Teaching; nay rather as Sons, or Brothers in subordination to obey them as Father's; yet) to Govern their respective flocks; not Commanding with Dominion; but Feeding, Teaching; uh-x av-c p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2; av) p-acp vvb po32 j n2; xx vvg p-acp n1; cc-acp vvg, vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
235 so Ruling with Charity, and all possible Meeknesse, and Gentlenesse, with all Long-suffering and patience, and yet with an holy Authority also, NONLATINALPHABET. so Ruling with Charity, and all possible Meekness, and Gentleness, with all Long-suffering and patience, and yet with an holy authority also,. av vvg p-acp n1, cc d j n1, cc n1, p-acp d j cc n1, cc av p-acp dt j n1 av,. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
236 Now though we consider the Bishop as Distinct from, because in this point of Government superiour to other Presbyters; yet the happinesse of a Church very much consisteth in the sweet harmony and consent between these two; Now though we Consider the Bishop as Distinct from, Because in this point of Government superior to other Presbyters; yet the happiness of a Church very much Consisteth in the sweet harmony and consent between these two; av cs pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp j p-acp, c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 j-jn p-acp j-jn n2; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av d vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp d crd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
237 the one Ruling as a Father, the other obeying as sons and Brethren, and yet Both together exerciseing a Government in the Church; the one Ruling as a Father, the other obeying as Sons and Brothers, and yet Both together exercising a Government in the Church; dt pi vvg p-acp dt n1, dt n-jn vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av av-d av vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
238 A Reverend Episcopacy praesiding, assisted with a pious subordinate Presbytery, which the scriptures Warrant, the lawes of our Church establish; (nor do any, that I know, claime any other Authorty) I shall not divide them, A Reverend Episcopacy presiding, assisted with a pious subordinate Presbytery, which the Scriptures Warrant, the laws of our Church establish; (nor do any, that I know, claim any other authority) I shall not divide them, dt n-jn n1 vvg, vvn p-acp dt j j n1, r-crq dt n2 vvb, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vvi; (ccx vdb d, cst pns11 vvb, vvb d j-jn n1) pns11 vmb xx vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
239 but only consider where this Government, which they thus exercise, doth consist, viz. Chiefely in these four things. 1. Admonition, this is one of their works, they labour, and are over NONLATINALPHABET and admonish; it is an Apostolicall charge: but only Consider where this Government, which they thus exercise, does consist, viz. Chiefly in these four things. 1. Admonition, this is one of their works, they labour, and Are over — and admonish; it is an Apostolical charge: cc-acp av-j vvb c-crq d n1, r-crq pns32 av vvi, vdz vvi, n1 av-jn p-acp d crd n2. crd n1, d vbz pi pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vvb, cc vbr p-acp — cc vvi; pn31 vbz dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
240 If any obey not Mark such a man, yet count him not presently an enemie, but NONLATINALPHABET, Admonish him as a brother. If any obey not — Mark such a man, yet count him not presently an enemy, but, Admonish him as a brother. cs d vvb xx — vvb d dt n1, av vvb pno31 xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
241 And there must proceed, NONLATINALPHABET, One and another Admonition, before there be a passing to severer Censures. And there must proceed,, One and Another Admonition, before there be a passing to severer Censures. cc pc-acp vmb vvi,, crd cc j-jn n1, a-acp pc-acp vbi dt vvg p-acp jc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
242 Such mild and meek ways being first to be used; Such mild and meek ways being First to be used; d j cc j n2 vbg ord pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
243 as Chirurgeons are not to use Corrasives, or Causticks, where gentler Remedies will serve the turn. as Chirurgeons Are not to use Corrasives, or Caustics, where Gentler Remedies will serve the turn. c-acp n2 vbr xx pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cc n2, c-crq jc n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
244 The first work is NONLATINALPHABET, gently and tenderly To bind up the broken joint, and restore the dislocated member: The First work is, gently and tenderly To bind up the broken joint, and restore the dislocated member: dt ord n1 vbz, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc vvi dt vvn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
245 but if this Admonition prevails not, then must be added, 2. Sharpe Reprehension: When gentle Plaisters do no good, Causticks and sharper Remedies must be applied: but if this Admonition prevails not, then must be added, 2. Sharp Reprehension: When gentle Plasters do not good, Caustics and sharper Remedies must be applied: cc-acp cs d n1 vvz xx, av vmb vbi vvn, crd j n1: c-crq j n2 vdb xx j, n2 cc jc n2 vmb vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
246 NONLATINALPHABET, if any be overtaken, or surprised, use him in such a case with all possible lenity: , if any be overtaken, or surprised, use him in such a case with all possible lenity: , cs d vbb vvn, cc vvn, vvb pno31 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
247 but, NONLATINALPHABET, if a man overtake sin, there must be another course: Use some tenderly, NONLATINALPHABET, with all compassion, distinguishing between sinners; but,, if a man overtake sin, there must be Another course: Use Some tenderly,, with all compassion, distinguishing between Sinners; cc-acp,, cs dt n1 vvi vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1: vvb d av-j,, p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
248 but others save, NONLATINALPHABET, pluck them out by an holy severity, that they may be afraid to sin. but Others save,, pluck them out by an holy severity, that they may be afraid to sin. cc-acp n2-jn vvb,, vvb pno32 av p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
249 NONLATINALPHABET, Rebuke them sharply, or cuttingly, in love to their souls, that they may be saved. , Rebuke them sharply, or cuttingly, in love to their Souls, that they may be saved. , vvb pno32 av-j, cc av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
250 And if such Rebukes prevail not, the Church must put forth her power in, 3. Ecclesiastical Censures: When men sin openly, rebuke them before all, that others may fear. And if such Rebukes prevail not, the Church must put forth her power in, 3. Ecclesiastical Censures: When men sin openly, rebuke them before all, that Others may Fear. cc cs d n2 vvb xx, dt n1 vmb vvi av po31 n1 p-acp, crd j n2: c-crq n2 vvb av-j, vvb pno32 p-acp d, cst n2-jn vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
251 When there is an open Scandal, there must be a publick Censure. NONLATINALPHABET, Note that man; set a brand upon him, that he may be brought to shame. When there is an open Scandal, there must be a public Censure., Note that man; Set a brand upon him, that he may be brought to shame. c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1., vvb d n1; vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
252 When Private Rebukes avail not, a publick Censure must succeed; When Private Rebukes avail not, a public Censure must succeed; c-crq j n2 vvb xx, dt j n1 vmb vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
253 and if this prevails not, it makes way for, 4. The last, Cutting off, or Casting out of the Church by Excommunication: This is the highest Censure, and if this prevails not, it makes Way for, 4. The last, Cutting off, or Casting out of the Church by Excommunication: This is the highest Censure, cc cs d vvz xx, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp, crd dt ord, vvg a-acp, cc vvg av pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1: d vbz dt js n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
254 and the last which the Church must, or can use, and that but in the highest Cases. and the last which the Church must, or can use, and that but in the highest Cases. cc dt ord r-crq dt n1 vmb, cc vmb vvi, cc cst p-acp p-acp dt js n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
255 Men cut not off a limb for a light spot, or little irregularity; nor should the Church cast out and excommunicate for trivial offences: Men Cut not off a limb for a Light spot, or little irregularity; nor should the Church cast out and excommunicate for trivial offences: np1 vvd xx a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1; ccx vmd dt n1 vvd av cc vvi p-acp j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
256 Nor do they cut off a member, when it may be otherwise cured; but when gangrened, or there is no hope; Nor do they Cut off a member, when it may be otherwise cured; but when gangrened, or there is no hope; ccx vdb pns32 vvd a-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi av vvn; cc-acp c-crq vvn, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
257 when apparent danger, — Ne pars sincera trahatur: so, in the Church, would any means else reform a soul, it would be high uncharitableness to cut him off. when apparent danger, — Ne pars Sincere trahatur: so, in the Church, would any means Else reform a soul, it would be high uncharitableness to Cut him off. c-crq j n1, — ccx fw-la fw-la fw-la: av, p-acp dt n1, vmd d n2 av vvi dt n1, pn31 vmd vbi j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
258 Were I worthy to advice our Venerable Fathers, who sit at the Stern, I should make it mine earnest Request for the Church, that no Court might pass this Censure, Were I worthy to Advice our Venerable Father's, who fit At the Stern, I should make it mine earnest Request for the Church, that no Court might pass this Censure, vbdr pns11 j p-acp n1 po12 j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt j, pns11 vmd vvi pn31 po11 j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dx n1 vmd vvi d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
259 but upon very great cause, when this sin is notoriously scandalous to deserve it, and there is no means else to reform it, but upon very great cause, when this since is notoriously scandalous to deserve it, and there is no means Else to reform it, cc-acp p-acp av j n1, c-crq d n1 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vbz dx n2 av pc-acp vvi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
260 and with the greatest regret and sorrow for the sinner, as we would mourn for the death of a Brother, and with the greatest regret and sorrow for the sinner, as we would mourn for the death of a Brother, cc p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
261 or be afflicted at the cutting off a limb from our bodies. When upon every light occasion the Church shall proceed to Abscission; or be afflicted At the cutting off a limb from our bodies. When upon every Light occasion the Church shall proceed to Abscission; cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. c-crq p-acp d j n1 dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
262 it will make her Courts ridiculous, her Censures scorned, and the enemies of the Church to slight that, which if well managed, would fill them with shame and horror, it will make her Courts ridiculous, her Censures scorned, and the enemies of the Church to slight that, which if well managed, would fill them with shame and horror, pn31 vmb vvi po31 n2 j, po31 n2 vvd, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cst, r-crq cs av vvn, vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
263 and awaken them to seek her peace. and awaken them to seek her peace. cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
264 But when the Scandal is notorious, (and it is so, not only, when the sin is highly enormous at the first, But when the Scandal is notorious, (and it is so, not only, when the since is highly enormous At the First, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, (cc pn31 vbz av, xx av-j, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j p-acp dt ord, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
265 but when it growes to it by degrees: but when it grows to it by Degrees: cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
266 The sin may be light in the beginning, and the offence small at first, yet when men shall either persist notwithstanding all fair means to reform them; The since may be Light in the beginning, and the offence small At First, yet when men shall either persist notwithstanding all fair means to reform them; dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 j p-acp ord, av c-crq n2 vmb av-d vvi a-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
267 or shall despise the power of the Church, and to their first offence add a proud presumptuous Contumacy, against the Laws of the Church, this now growes highly scandalous, which before might have been passed over with a light hand) when (I say) the Scandal is thus notorious, (whether from the nature of the crime, or shall despise the power of the Church, and to their First offence add a proud presumptuous Contumacy, against the Laws of the Church, this now grows highly scandalous, which before might have been passed over with a Light hand) when (I say) the Scandal is thus notorious, (whither from the nature of the crime, cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp po32 ord n1 vvi dt j j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d av vvz av-j j, r-crq a-acp vmd vhi vbn vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1) c-crq (pns11 vvb) dt n1 vbz av j, (cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
268 or by a superadded Contumacy) the Church is offended; when it is matter of ill example, and danger to others; or by a superadded Contumacy) the Church is offended; when it is matter of ill Exampl, and danger to Others; cc p-acp dt j-vvn n1) dt n1 vbz vvn; c-crq pn31 vbz n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc n1 p-acp n2-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
269 when all means of Admonition, Rebuke, and other Censures are used, and none do good, but the sinner remains incorrigible; when all means of Admonition, Rebuke, and other Censures Are used, and none do good, but the sinner remains incorrigible; c-crq d n2 pp-f n1, vvb, cc j-jn n2 vbr vvn, cc pix vvz j, cc-acp dt n1 vvz j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
270 then let him be Cast out, for the humbling of himself, and cleansing the Church. then let him be Cast out, for the humbling of himself, and cleansing the Church. av vvb pno31 vbi vvn av, p-acp dt vvg pp-f px31, cc vvg dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
271 If one and a second warning will not reclaim an Heretick, then NONLATINALPHABET, Cast him out: if there be an Incestuous Corinthian, and he continue so: If one and a second warning will not reclaim an Heretic, then, Cast him out: if there be an Incestuous Corinthian, and he continue so: cs crd cc dt ord vvg vmb xx vvi dt n1, av, vvb pno31 av: cs pc-acp vbi dt j jp, cc pns31 vvi av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
272 NONLATINALPHABET, Cut off, ( vix. By Excommunication) That wicked person from among you. Even nature teacheth this, in the body natural, Immedicabile vulnus ense recidendum —; , cut off, (vix. By Excommunication) That wicked person from among you. Even nature Teaches this, in the body natural, Immedicabile Wound Ense recidendum —; , vvn a-acp, (fw-la. p-acp n1) d j n1 p-acp p-acp pn22. av-j n1 vvz d, p-acp dt n1 j, fw-la fw-la zz fw-la —; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
273 In Politick bodies, there is a power to take in, and cast out of civil Societies: In Politic bodies, there is a power to take in, and cast out of civil Societies: p-acp j n2, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvd av pp-f j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
274 The same reason holds in the Church, where the sin and danger is so much the greater, The same reason holds in the Church, where the since and danger is so much the greater, dt d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbz av av-d dt jc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
275 as much as the Concerns of the Soul, are above the Concerns of the Body. If a private person, as much as the Concerns of the Soul, Are above the Concerns of the Body. If a private person, c-acp d c-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1, vbr p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1. cs dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
276 after all means, may estrange himself from such an one, as an Heathen or Publican; much more may a Church, where the Offence is greater, After all means, may estrange himself from such an one, as an Heathen or Publican; much more may a Church, where the Offence is greater, p-acp d n2, vmb vvi px31 p-acp d dt pi, p-acp dt j-jn cc n1; av-d av-dc vmb dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz jc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
277 as much as a wrong done to a Community, transcends an Injury to a private person. Yea there is an higher end in Excommunication, then there can be in cutting off a natural member, or throwing one out of a civil society: as much as a wrong done to a Community, transcends an Injury to a private person. Yea there is an higher end in Excommunication, then there can be in cutting off a natural member, or throwing one out of a civil society: c-acp d c-acp dt n-jn vdn p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. uh a-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp n1, av pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp vvg a-acp dt j n1, cc vvg pi av pp-f dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
278 For in either of these the end is but to preserve the Body from death, or the Society from ruine. For in either of these the end is but to preserve the Body from death, or the Society from ruin. p-acp p-acp d pp-f d dt n1 vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
279 But in this, as it is, 1. To free the Church from Infection, because A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump; But in this, as it is, 1. To free the Church from Infection, Because A little leaven leaveneth the Whole lump; cc-acp p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vbz, crd p-acp j dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 vvz dt j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
280 and thereby Many others might be defiled, Grex totus in agris unius scabie cadit. and thereby Many Others might be defiled, Grex totus in agris unius scabie Cadit. cc av d n2-jn vmd vbi vvn, fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la n1 fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 19
281 And, 2. To vindicate the Churches Purity and Christianity from the Reproaches of her Enemies, that the world may see, that neither doth the Church own such rotten members, And, 2. To vindicate the Churches Purity and Christianity from the Reproaches of her Enemies, that the world may see, that neither does the Church own such rotten members, cc, crd pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1 cc np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, cst av-dx vdz dt n1 d d j-vvn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
282 nor our Religion countenance a wicked life. nor our Religion countenance a wicked life. ccx po12 n1 n1 dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
283 So, 3. It mainly looks to the sinner himself, for though it be a Censure of the greatest severity, excluding the sinner from the Communion and Blessings of the Church, So, 3. It mainly looks to the sinner himself, for though it be a Censure of the greatest severity, excluding the sinner from the Communion and Blessings of the Church, np1, crd pn31 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 px31, c-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
284 yea from Heaven too, until he repent: What being thus bound on earth, Clave non errante, being as certainly bound in Heaven: yea from Heaven too, until he Repent: What being thus bound on earth, Clave non errante, being as Certainly bound in Heaven: uh p-acp n1 av, c-acp pns31 vvb: r-crq vbg av vvn p-acp n1, vvd fw-fr fw-la, vbg p-acp av-j vvn p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
285 Yet it carries in it the greatest Charity to the sinners Soul, the end being not to destroy, but to save: that as by a dreadful thunder-bolt he may be stricken with fear and horror and awakened to Repentance; Yet it carries in it the greatest Charity to the Sinners Soul, the end being not to destroy, but to save: that as by a dreadful thunderbolt he may be stricken with Fear and horror and awakened to Repentance; av pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 dt js n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, dt n1 vbg xx p-acp vvi, p-acp p-acp vvb: cst a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 cc vvn p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
286 and by this means, being sensible of his desperate condition, learn to sin no more. and by this means, being sensible of his desperate condition, Learn to since no more. cc p-acp d n2, vbg j pp-f po31 j n1, vvb p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
287 For this end are H•m•neus and Alexander delivered unto Satan, NONLATINALPHABET, That they may learn (as being by this instructed) not to blaspheme. The end being no other, For this end Are H•m•neus and Alexander Delivered unto Satan,, That they may Learn (as being by this instructed) not to Blaspheme. The end being no other, p-acp d n1 vbr np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp np1,, cst pns32 vmb vvi (c-acp vbg p-acp d vvn) xx pc-acp vvi. dt n1 vbg dx n-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
288 but that through the sinners Repentance, (x) The Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. but that through the Sinners Repentance, (x) The Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus. cc-acp cst p-acp dt ng1 n1, (crd) dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 19
289 This also may teach us, My Brethren of the Clergy, a double Duty: I. We are as Governours of the Flock in our places to Admonish, Rebuke, &c. How careful should we be then to keep our selves free from that which we reprove in others? Quod dictum vis alteri, dic prius tibi. This also may teach us, My Brothers of the Clergy, a double Duty: I We Are as Governors of the Flock in our places to Admonish, Rebuke, etc. How careful should we be then to keep our selves free from that which we reprove in Others? Quod dictum vis Alteri, Die prius tibi. np1 av vmb vvi pno12, po11 n2 pp-f dt n1, dt j-jn n1: uh pns12 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f dt vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvb, vvb, av q-crq j vmd pns12 vbi av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2-jn? fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
290 How can we hope that others should hear us admonish them, when we shall be as the Lute, making sweet Musick to others, How can we hope that Others should hear us admonish them, when we shall be as the Lute, making sweet Music to Others, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d n2-jn vmd vvi pno12 vvi pno32, c-crq pns12 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, vvg j n1 p-acp n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
291 but will hear nothing our selves? Unde tibi facies? With what face can we reprove, but will hear nothing our selves? Unde tibi fancies? With what face can we reprove, cc-acp vmb vvi pix po12 n2? fw-la fw-la n2? p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
292 when our selves are more, or equally guilty? When we do well, and preach by our Lives, as well as our Doctrine, we may gain NONLATINALPHABET, great bolduess, and use freedom of speech in any Reproof, when our selves Are more, or equally guilty? When we do well, and preach by our Lives, as well as our Doctrine, we may gain, great bolduess, and use freedom of speech in any Reproof, c-crq po12 n2 vbr av-dc, cc av-jn j? c-crq pns12 vdb av, cc vvi p-acp po12 vvz, c-acp av c-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmb vvi, j n1, cc vvb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
293 when we can challenge the world, as Christ doth the Jews; when we can challenge the world, as christ does the jews; c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp np1 vdz dt np2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
294 Which of you can convince me of Sin? And as Samuel, when he would effectually reprove the ingratitude of Israel, begins with a testification of his own Integrity, challenging them to say any thing against him, if they could; Which of you can convince me of since? And as Samuel, when he would effectually reprove the ingratitude of Israel, begins with a testification of his own Integrity, challenging them to say any thing against him, if they could; r-crq pp-f pn22 vmb vvi pno11 pp-f n1? cc p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, cs pns32 vmd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
295 Behold here am I, witness against me before the Lord. Behold Here am I, witness against me before the Lord. vvb av vbm pns11, vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
296 — But if that Proverb may be cast in our teeth, NONLATINALPHABET, When we undertake to reprove, our own bad life will take off the edge and efficacy of it: — But if that Proverb may be cast in our teeth,, When we undertake to reprove, our own bad life will take off the edge and efficacy of it: — cc-acp cs d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2,, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, po12 d j n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
297 If we come to reform men, we had need bring Digitos mundos. He that comes to wipe off a spot on the face, with foul fingers, will make it worse Remember then that charge of the Apostle, Keep thy self pure. II. Let it not be esteemed Presumption, If we come to reform men, we had need bring Digitos mundos. He that comes to wipe off a spot on the face, with foul fingers, will make it Worse remember then that charge of the Apostle, Keep thy self pure. II Let it not be esteemed Presumption, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n2, pns12 vhd n1 vvi fw-la fw-la. pns31 cst vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n2, vmb vvi pn31 av-jc vvi av d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb po21 n1 j. crd vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
298 if I beseech the Reverend Fathers of the Church; if I beseech the Reverend Father's of the Church; cs pns11 vvb dt n-jn n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
299 yet I need not, they are, I am confident, of themselves more ready to do the same; yet I need not, they Are, I am confident, of themselves more ready to do the same; av pns11 vvb xx, pns32 vbr, pns11 vbm j, pp-f px32 av-dc j pc-acp vdi dt d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
300 but, let me obtest and adjure all those, who are called to manage the Government under them, that they zealously exercise it in all things to its proper en•••; but, let me obtest and adjure all those, who Are called to manage the Government under them, that they zealously exercise it in all things to its proper en•••; cc-acp, vvb pno11 vv2 cc vvb d d, r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 av-j vvi pn31 p-acp d n2 p-acp po31 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
301 The Glory of God, and the real good of the Church: The Glory of God, and the real good of the Church: dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j j pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
302 that Innocency may appear with boldness, and all Vices tremble at the presence of their Courts. that Innocency may appear with boldness, and all Vices tremble At the presence of their Courts. d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc d ng1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
303 Let the Church-wardens conscientiously present the enormities of their Precincts; Let the Churchwardens conscientiously present the enormities of their Precincts; vvb dt n2 av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
304 Let All officers strive, not to enrich themselves, but to reform sins, and make men better. Let All Officers strive, not to enrich themselves, but to reform Sins, and make men better. vvb d n2 vvb, xx pc-acp vvi px32, cc-acp p-acp vvb n2, cc vvi n2 av-jc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
305 In the managing of all Ecclesiastical Censures, be careful to make men see themselves, confess & forsake sin. In the managing of all Ecclesiastical Censures, be careful to make men see themselves, confess & forsake since. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2, vbb j pc-acp vvi n2 vvi px32, vvb cc vvi n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
306 In matters of inferiour nature, use all meekness; In matters of inferior nature, use all meekness; p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vvb d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
307 and unto Persons, the tenderness of Brethren: But in case of high enormities, wherein the life of Christianity, and unto Persons, the tenderness of Brothers: But in case of high enormities, wherein the life of Christianity, cc p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n2: cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
308 or the peace of the Church is nearly concerned, proceed with all just severity. or the peace of the Church is nearly concerned, proceed with all just severity. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, vvb p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
309 Then will the Church be freed of her enemies, honoured of strangers, beloved of her friends, and reverenced of her children; Then will the Church be freed of her enemies, honoured of Strangers, Beloved of her Friends, and reverenced of her children; av vmb dt n1 vbb vvn pp-f po31 n2, vvn pp-f n2, vvn pp-f po31 n2, cc vvn pp-f po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
310 and the world shall see, that her Courts are kept, and Visitations held, not only of course and custome, and the world shall see, that her Courts Are kept, and Visitations held, not only of course and custom, cc dt n1 vmb vvi, cst po31 n2 vbr vvn, cc n2 vvd, xx av-j pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
311 but to the effectual reformation of Offenders, restoring of Penitents, encouraging of the pious and peaceable; but to the effectual Reformation of Offenders, restoring of Penitents, encouraging of the pious and peaceable; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvg pp-f n2-jn, vvg pp-f dt j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
312 to bring sinners to a sight of, and sincere sorrow for sin: And in a word, (contrary to the too just complaint of some of olde, to bring Sinners to a sighed of, and sincere sorrow for since: And in a word, (contrary to the too just complaint of Some of old, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f, cc j n1 p-acp n1: cc p-acp dt n1, (j-jn p-acp dt av j n1 pp-f d pp-f j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
313 and taken up by some as a reproach against the Church, I hope unjustly still) Non nummorum, sed morum gratia, not to empty mens purses, but to reform their manners: and taken up by Some as a reproach against the Church, I hope unjustly still) Non nummorum, sed morum Gratia, not to empty men's purses, but to reform their manners: cc vvn a-acp p-acp d c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb av-j av) fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, xx p-acp j ng2 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 21
314 I have done with the Office or Employment: Let me crave leave for a word or two of, I have done with the Office or Employment: Let me crave leave for a word or two of, pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 cc n1: vvb pno11 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd pp-f, (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 21
315 2. The Object: the Souls of men: NONLATINALPHABET, They watch for your souls; 2. The Object: the Souls of men:, They watch for your Souls; crd dt n1: dt n2 pp-f n2:, pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
316 not to get from you, nor indeed to preserve for you, your lands, goods, estates or lives; these are of secular concernment; not to get from you, nor indeed to preserve for you, your Lands, goods, estates or lives; these Are of secular concernment; xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, ccx av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, po22 n2, n2-j, n2 cc n2; d vbr pp-f j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
317 but for your souls, for the furtherance and advancement of your spiritual good, your consolation and salvation: And this shews the Nature, Worth and Weight of this work. 1. The Nature of our work, it is spiritual, to look not NONLATINALPHABET, about the things of this life, or secular concerns, but for your Souls, for the furtherance and advancement of your spiritual good, your consolation and salvation: And this shows the Nature, Worth and Weight of this work. 1. The Nature of our work, it is spiritual, to look not, about the things of this life, or secular concerns, cc-acp p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 j j, po22 n1 cc n1: cc d vvz dt n1, j cc n1 pp-f d n1. crd dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vvi xx, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc j vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
318 but NONLATINALPHABET, about souls and spiritual things. Christ is called NONLATINALPHABET, the Bishop of our souls; but, about Souls and spiritual things. christ is called, the Bishop of our Souls; cc-acp, p-acp n2 cc j n2. np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
319 his Oversight as Mediator, and Governour of his Church, consists not in judging Law-suits, or Division of Inheritances: his Oversight as Mediator, and Governor of his Church, consists not in judging Lawsuits, or Division of Inheritances: po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz xx p-acp vvg n2, cc n1 pp-f n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
320 Man saith he, who made me a judge? &c. This was not the end of his coming; Man Says he, who made me a judge? etc. This was not the end of his coming; n1 vvz pns31, r-crq vvd pno11 dt n1? av d vbds xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
321 but to teach, lead and rule, for the spiritual and eternal welfare of men, the recovering and saving the souls that were lost: but to teach, led and Rule, for the spiritual and Eternal welfare of men, the recovering and Saving the Souls that were lost: cc-acp pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2, dt vvg cc vvg dt n2 cst vbdr vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
322 So under Christ, the Government of Bishops, Elders, Ministers in the Church is not to meddle with political, or civil matters, as such: So under christ, the Government of Bishops, Elders, Ministers in the Church is not to meddle with political, or civil matters, as such: av p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n2, n2-jn, n2 p-acp dt n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp j, cc j n2, p-acp d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 21
323 in this case, set up others to judge: but in things pertaining to God, and the eternal advantage of mens pretious souls. in this case, Set up Others to judge: but in things pertaining to God, and the Eternal advantage of men's precious Souls. p-acp d n1, vvn a-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi: cc-acp p-acp n2 vvg p-acp np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f ng2 j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
324 Even their severest Censures, Excision by Excommunication tendeth to this, That the soul may be brought home to God, Even their Severest Censures, Excision by Excommunication tendeth to this, That the soul may be brought home to God, np1 po32 js n2, n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp d, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-an p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
325 and the Spirit saved in the day of Christ, (as I have already shewn.) 2. It is a work about Souls; then a work of Worth and Excellency, to encourage fit persons to it, and the Spirit saved in the day of christ, (as I have already shown.) 2. It is a work about Souls; then a work of Worth and Excellency, to encourage fit Persons to it, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn.) crd pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n2; av dt n1 pp-f j cc n1, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
326 when God hath given Abilities for it, and brings men by a regular Call unto it: when God hath given Abilities for it, and brings men by a regular Call unto it: c-crq np1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvz n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
327 They should not be unwilling to undertake it: He that desires the Office of a Bishop, desires a good work. They should not be unwilling to undertake it: He that Desires the Office of a Bishop, Desires a good work. pns32 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31: pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
328 It is a pretious Employment, A watching over, and for the precious soul. 3. A work of Weight: It is Opus & onus tremendum Angelis. It is a precious Employment, A watching over, and for the precious soul. 3. A work of Weight: It is Opus & onus tremendum Angels. pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt vvg a-acp, cc p-acp dt j n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1: pn31 vbz np1 cc fw-la fw-la np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
329 They are to be employed about Souls: Wherein, as for the encouragement of Ministers, they may be a means to save a soul from death; They Are to be employed about Souls: Wherein, as for the encouragement of Ministers, they may be a means to save a soul from death; pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2: c-crq, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vbi dt n2 p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
330 and, (in the language of the Philosopher) NONLATINALPHABET, as much as may be to make a god of man, that is, of a Sinner to make a Saint, or, (in the language of the Scripture,) Partaker of the Divine nature, which is the greatest and noblest work that man can do: and, (in the language of the Philosopher), as much as may be to make a god of man, that is, of a Sinner to make a Saint, or, (in the language of the Scripture,) Partaker of the Divine nature, which is the greatest and Noblest work that man can do: cc, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1), p-acp d c-acp vmb vbi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz, pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt js cc js n1 cst n1 vmb vdi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
331 So, to keep off those, who run, and are not sent; So, to keep off those, who run, and Are not sent; av, pc-acp vvi a-acp d, r-crq vvb, cc vbr xx vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
332 it is such an employment, as (if considered well) will make the best of men astonished at it. it is such an employment, as (if considered well) will make the best of men astonished At it. pn31 vbz d dt n1, c-acp (cs vvn av) vmb vvi dt js pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
333 To be a Steward in a noble Family, is a work too weighty for every shoulder: To be a Steward in a noble Family, is a work too weighty for every shoulder: pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz dt n1 av j c-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
334 But to be a Steward of God in the Church, a Dispenser of heavenly Mysteries, NONLATINALPHABET, To divide the word aright, and to give the proper portion in due season to the souls of men, is much more: But to be a Steward of God in the Church, a Dispenser of heavenly Mysteres,, To divide the word aright, and to give the proper portion in due season to the Souls of men, is much more: cc-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, dt np1 pp-f j n2,, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vbz d av-dc: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
335 And the miscarriage in this is wofully dangerous in the loss of souls, which are more worth then the whole world besides; And the miscarriage in this is woefully dangerous in the loss of Souls, which Are more worth then the Whole world beside; cc dt n1 p-acp d vbz av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr n1 n1 cs dt j-jn n1 a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
336 being things, which the whole world could not, only the precious blood of Christ was able to redeem. being things, which the Whole world could not, only the precious blood of christ was able to Redeem. vbg n2, r-crq dt j-jn n1 vmd xx, av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
337 The Employment then about these, and the Government of them, must needs be a work of worth and weight, The Art of Arts NONLATINALPHABET, &c. as that holy Nazianzen doth excellently express it. The Employment then about these, and the Government of them, must needs be a work of worth and weight, The Art of Arts, etc. as that holy Nazianzen does excellently express it. dt n1 av p-acp d, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, av p-acp cst j np1 vdz av-j vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 22
338 This, as 1. as it may encourage us to the worke and engage us to all care and fidelity in our charge: so This, as 1. as it may encourage us to the work and engage us to all care and Fidis in our charge: so d, c-acp crd p-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1: av (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 23
339 2. It is a prevalent motive to perswade to the Duty of the Text, Obedience and Submission. Which is the Act required, (the first particular named in the Analysis, though here handled last) Obey, and Submit your selves. We have seen a Government in the Church; 2. It is a prevalent motive to persuade to the Duty of the Text, obedience and Submission. Which is the Act required, (the First particular nam in the Analysis, though Here handled last) Obey, and Submit your selves. We have seen a Government in the Church; crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1. r-crq vbz dt n1 vvd, (dt ord j vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp av vvd ord) vvb, cc vvb po22 n2. pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
340 the Governors, and their office, and the End thereof, the Profit of Souls: Let all Christians then learn to Obey. Prize them for their workes sake. the Governors, and their office, and the End thereof, the Profit of Souls: Let all Christians then Learn to Obey. Prize them for their works sake. dt n2, cc po32 n1, cc dt vvb av, dt n1 pp-f n2: vvb d np1 av vvi p-acp vvb. vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n2 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
341 Let them have their Double honour, especially they labouring in the Word and Doctrin. Obey them, for their place and Authority sake. 1. Reason requires it; Let them have their Double honour, especially they labouring in the Word and Doctrine. Obey them, for their place and authority sake. 1. Reason requires it; vvb pno32 vhi po32 j-jn n1, av-j pns32 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1. vvb pno32, c-acp po32 n1 cc n1 n1. crd n1 vvz pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 23
342 to what end is their office, or do they Rule, if they are not obeyed? 2. Religion requires it. to what end is their office, or do they Rule, if they Are not obeyed? 2. Religion requires it. p-acp r-crq n1 vbz po32 n1, cc vdb pns32 vvi, cs pns32 vbr xx vvn? crd n1 vvz pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
343 They are some of the Fathers whom God in his Law, [ viz. precept 5. ] hath commanded us to honor. They Are Some of the Father's whom God in his Law, [ viz. precept 5. ] hath commanded us to honour. pns32 vbr d pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1, [ n1 n1 crd ] vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
344 Every Authority both in Church and State is an Ordinance of God, and to be obeyed for Conscience sake. We are not only to look on them as Neighbours and Members; or reverence them onely as Reverend pious men; but to Obey them as Fathers and Governours. They are Men, Every authority both in Church and State is an Ordinance of God, and to be obeyed for Conscience sake. We Are not only to look on them as Neighbours and Members; or Reverence them only as Reverend pious men; but to Obey them as Father's and Governors. They Are Men, np1 n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 n1. pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp n2 cc n2; cc vvi pno32 av-j p-acp n-jn j n2; p-acp p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp ng1 cc n2. pns32 vbr n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
345 and as men they have their personal faults; but as he that gave to a bad man, said, Dedi non homini, sed humanitati: and as men they have their personal Faults; but as he that gave to a bad man, said, Dedi non Homini, sed Humanitati: cc c-acp n2 pns32 vhb po32 j n2; cc-acp c-acp pns31 cst vvd p-acp dt j n1, vvd, fw-la fw-fr fw-la, fw-la n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
346 so in this case of Obedience, it is not yeilded, as to the men, but as to them in such a place or office. so in this case of obedience, it is not yielded, as to the men, but as to them in such a place or office. av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n2, cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
347 Obedience we must yeild to their [ not Commands as Princes, but ] Counsels as Leaders; Directions, as Guides; obedience we must yield to their [ not Commands as Princes, but ] Counsels as Leaders; Directions, as Guides; n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po32 [ xx vvz p-acp n2, p-acp ] ng1 c-acp n2; n2, c-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
348 Censures, as Governors: to follow their Doctrin, to reforme upon their Rebukes so to follow them, as they follow Christ: Censures, as Governors: to follow their Doctrine, to reform upon their Rebukes so to follow them, as they follow christ: n2, c-acp n2: pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 av pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
349 Yeild your selves to be Moulded according to their Word and Doctrine, as those who Watch for your souls. This is indeed to Feed your selves by the shepheards tents. Yield your selves to be Moulded according to their Word and Doctrine, as those who Watch for your Souls. This is indeed to Feed your selves by the shepherds tents. vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp po22 n2. d vbz av p-acp vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 23
350 And for us [ my Brethren of the Clergy ] would we find a just obedience to our Word and Doctrin, to our Admonitions and Reproofs in our respectives charges; And for us [ my Brothers of the Clergy ] would we find a just Obedience to our Word and Doctrine, to our Admonitions and Reproofs in our respectives charges; cc p-acp pno12 [ po11 n2 pp-f dt n1 ] vmd pns12 vvi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 23
351 let us shew an example of just Obedience in our Carriage and submission to our Superiours. let us show an Exampl of just obedience in our Carriage and submission to our Superiors. vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
352 As we are over our flocks: so must we remember, that we are as the Centurion in the Gospel, Men under Authority also. When we shall contend for a Parity, and deny a Subordination; As we Are over our flocks: so must we Remember, that we Are as the Centurion in the Gospel, Men under authority also. When we shall contend for a Parity, and deny a Subordination; c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n2: av vmb pns12 vvi, cst pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp n1 av. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
353 and usurp a power, which we have not, by the Lawes of God or the Land, we make a fearful Schisme in the Church. and usurp a power, which we have not, by the Laws of God or the Land, we make a fearful Schism in the Church. cc vvb dt n1, r-crq pns12 vhb xx, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc dt n1, pns12 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
354 When we shall presume to reject our Bishops, we teach people to reject us also; yea and we shew the way to ruine both. When we shall presume to reject our Bishops, we teach people to reject us also; yea and we show the Way to ruin both. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av; uh cc pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
355 While we are divided, we are neither safe: While we Are divided, we Are neither safe: cs pns12 vbr vvn, pns12 vbr dx j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
356 but united, the Bishop with his Presbyters; A Venerable Episcopy, presiding, and principally ruling, assisted by a subordinate Presbytery, these together, through Gods mercy, shall be invincible. but united, the Bishop with his Presbyters; A Venerable Episcopy, presiding, and principally ruling, assisted by a subordinate Presbytery, these together, through God's mercy, shall be invincible. cc-acp vvn, dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; dt j n1, vvg, cc av-jn vvg, vvn p-acp dt j n1, d av, p-acp ng1 n1, vmb vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 24
357 Let us then in our places learn and yeild Obedience, in duties which are in themselves necessary, I presume none will scruple it: Let us then in our places Learn and yield obedience, in duties which Are in themselves necessary, I presume none will scruple it: vvb pno12 av p-acp po12 n2 vvi cc vvi n1, p-acp n2 r-crq vbr p-acp px32 j, pns11 vvb pix vmb n1 pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
358 but in Matters of Indifferency, Circumstance, and Order we shall also finde Obedience necessary. Some things there are which Christ and his Apostles have already prescribed to be observed in all Churches in the World; but in Matters of Indifferency, Circumstance, and Order we shall also find obedience necessary. some things there Are which christ and his Apostles have already prescribed to be observed in all Churches in the World; cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc vvb pns12 vmb av vvi n1 j. d n2 pc-acp vbr r-crq np1 cc po31 n2 vhb av vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
359 & to such, as these, we are Obliged, whether they are againe Commanded us or no: & to such, as these, we Are Obliged, whither they Are again Commanded us or not: cc p-acp d, c-acp d, pns12 vbr vvn, cs pns32 vbr av vvn pno12 cc xx: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
360 and yet the command of our Superiours being added, layeth a farther obligation to obey in these. and yet the command of our Superiors being added, Layeth a farther obligation to obey in these. cc av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-jn vbg vvn, vvz dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
361 But besides these, there are also many other things fit and Convenient to be done in the Church; But beside these, there Are also many other things fit and Convenient to be done in the Church; p-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbr av d j-jn n2 j cc j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
362 yea at least Prudentially necessary for the beauty of Order, the Decency of Administration; wherein our Governours have power to Command, and we are obliged to obey. yea At least Prudentially necessary for the beauty of Order, the Decency of Administration; wherein our Governors have power to Command, and we Are obliged to obey. uh p-acp ds av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1; c-crq po12 n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
363 Such are NONLATINALPHABET, Things that are wanting, or left to the prudence and discretion of the Church: Such Are, Things that Are wanting, or left to the prudence and discretion of the Church: d vbr, n2 cst vbr vvg, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
364 in which the Apostle made no particular or expresse rules; in which the Apostle made no particular or express rules; p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvd dx j cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
365 but left order to Titus in Creet; and consequently to the Bishops and Governors of the Church in their several Provinces, Diocesses and Jurisdictions, NONLATINALPHABET, To settle and order them, but left order to Titus in Treat; and consequently to the Bishops and Governors of the Church in their several Provinces, Dioceses and Jurisdictions,, To settle and order them, cc-acp j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1; cc av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2, n2 cc n2,, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
366 as should be most for the benefit, Unity. Peace, and edification of the Church. as should be most for the benefit, Unity. Peace, and edification of the Church. c-acp vmd vbi av-js p-acp dt n1, n1. n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
367 Whatsoever then is Lawfull, (though we may judge it not so Convenient) and enjoyned by those, who (and not we) as Governours of the Church are onely Judges, we must submit unto, and for Peace, Order, Whatsoever then is Lawful, (though we may judge it not so Convenient) and enjoined by those, who (and not we) as Governors of the Church Are only Judges, we must submit unto, and for Peace, Order, r-crq av vbz j, (cs pns12 vmb vvi pn31 xx av j) cc vvd p-acp d, r-crq (cc xx pns12) c-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j n2, pns12 vmb vvb p-acp, cc p-acp n1, np1-n, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 25
368 and Edification, and avoyding of Offence. Yeild your selves; And to yeild this honest and just obedience we are sufficiently engaged and excited by and Edification, and avoiding of Offence. Yield your selves; And to yield this honest and just Obedience we Are sufficiently engaged and excited by cc n1, cc vvg pp-f n1. vvb po22 n2; cc pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1 pns12 vbr av-j vvn cc vvd p-acp (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 25
369 2 The other Generall part of the Text, the Motives, or Reasons added to enforce the Duty; 2 The other General part of the Text, the Motives, or Reasons added to enforce the Duty; crd dt n-jn n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2, cc n2 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
370 and these taken, 1 Ab Officio. They Watch for your souls, this is their work and duty: and these taken, 1 Ab Officio. They Watch for your Souls, this is their work and duty: cc d vvn, crd fw-la np1. pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2, d vbz po32 n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
371 you must then be content to be Watched over. They are placed in this office by God; you must then be content to be Watched over. They Are placed in this office by God; pn22 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
372 and for this purpose made Overseers by the Holy Ghost. They Act by a Divine Warrant, and to disobey them is to Resist the Holy Ghost. Their aime is your advantage, not as those against Jeremy, to watch for your halting, to take advantage against you? but to reforme, reclaime, and save your Souls. and for this purpose made Overseers by the Holy Ghost. They Act by a Divine Warrant, and to disobey them is to Resist the Holy Ghost. Their Love is your advantage, not as those against Jeremiah, to watch for your halting, to take advantage against you? but to reform, reclaim, and save your Souls. cc p-acp d n1 vvd n2 p-acp dt j n1. pns32 n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvb, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vbz p-acp vvb dt j n1. po32 fw-fr vbz po22 n1, xx p-acp d p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n-vvg, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn22? cc-acp pc-acp vvi, vvi, cc vvb po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
373 It is too sad a signe that men love their Sins, when they are loath, that their Pastors should observe their Ways. 2. A Necessario. They must doe soe, it is their Duty. It is too sad a Signen that men love their Sins, when they Are loath, that their Pastors should observe their Ways. 2. A Necessarily. They must do so, it is their Duty. pn31 vbz av j dt n1 cst n2 vvb po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vbr j, cst po32 ng1 vmd vvi po32 n2. crd dt np1. pns32 vmb vdi av, pn31 vbz po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
374 As They, that must give Account. As They, that must give Account. c-acp pns32, cst vmb vvi vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
375 It would be much for the Ease of your Governors to be confined to their Study and Pulpit, It would be much for the Ease of your Governors to be confined to their Study and Pulpit, pn31 vmd vbi av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
376 and have no farther Charge laid upon their shoulders: but this Charge they must take of you, and bee accountable to God for you: and have no farther Charge laid upon their shoulders: but this Charge they must take of you, and be accountable to God for you: cc vhb dx jc vvb vvn p-acp po32 n2: cc-acp d vvb pns32 vmb vvi pp-f pn22, cc vbb j p-acp np1 p-acp pn22: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
377 viz. of their Labours with you; and of your Lives and Carriages under their Ministry. viz. of their Labours with you; and of your Lives and Carriages under their Ministry. n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pn22; cc pp-f po22 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
378 Stewards, they are of the house of God, and must give account to the Master of the Family. They are Shepheards, but the Flock is God 's: Stewards, they Are of the house of God, and must give account to the Master of the Family. They Are Shepherds, but the Flock is God is: n2, pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pns32 vbr n2, p-acp dt vvb vbz np1 vbz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
379 and they must give account of the Sheep to Jesus Christ, the shepheard of your souls. and they must give account of the Sheep to jesus christ, the shepherd of your Souls. cc pns32 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
380 Who is NONLATINALPHABET, and whose sheep ye are: Who is, and whose sheep you Are: r-crq vbz, cc rg-crq n1 pn22 vbr: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
381 Which 1 Must engage us in our places to all fidelity and care, that we consider seriously of the burden upon our shoulders; Which 1 Must engage us in our places to all Fidis and care, that we Consider seriously of the burden upon our shoulders; r-crq crd vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vvb av-j pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
382 useing all diligence that we may give up a good account of our Charge. If People perish for want of knowledge; using all diligence that we may give up a good account of our Charge. If People perish for want of knowledge; vvg d n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. cs n1 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
383 and we have not intrusted them: and we have not Entrusted them: cc pns12 vhb xx vvn pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
384 if they sin, and we neglect to admonish, rebuke, and to use the meanes and power in our hands to reform them: They dye; if they sin, and we neglect to admonish, rebuke, and to use the means and power in our hands to reform them: They die; cs pns32 vvb, cc pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, n1, cc p-acp vvb dt n2 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32: pns32 vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
385 but we must answer for them with our own blood. Therefore 2. Let not people thinke much of our care. but we must answer for them with our own blood. Therefore 2. Let not people think much of our care. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 d n1. av crd vvb xx n1 vvi d pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
386 Say not, that we are busie-bodies, when we preach unto you, & inquire after you, for we must Watch, and give account. Say not, that we Are busybodies, when we preach unto you, & inquire After you, for we must Watch, and give account. n1 xx, cst pns12 vbr n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn22, cc vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvb n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
387 But here are we in a great straight: we are in danger apud homines, loquendo; apud Deum, silendo. But Here Are we in a great straight: we Are in danger apud homines, Loquendo; apud God, silendo. p-acp av vbr pns12 p-acp dt j av: pns12 vbr p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la; fw-la fw-la, fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
388 If we faithfully discharge our duty in a just reproof of men, they hate us: if we deale plainly with men, If we faithfully discharge our duty in a just reproof of men, they hate us: if we deal plainly with men, cs pns12 av-j vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb pno12: cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
389 when they fall into erroneous opinions; Schismaticall and pernicious ways; or dangerous sins: when they fallen into erroneous opinions; Schismatical and pernicious ways; or dangerous Sins: c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j n2; j cc j n2; cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
390 we are accounted Enemys, and for no other reason, but because we tell them the Truth. And when they should prize and love, they hate us even for our Workes sake. we Are accounted Enemies, and for no other reason, but Because we tell them the Truth. And when they should prize and love, they hate us even for our Works sake. pns12 vbr vvn n2, cc p-acp dx j-jn n1, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 dt n1. cc c-crq pns32 vmd vvb cc n1, pns32 vvb pno12 av p-acp po12 vvz n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
391 But there is a far greater danger in our Silence; But there is a Far greater danger in our Silence; p-acp pc-acp vbz dt av-j jc n1 p-acp po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
392 we are in danger of Gods displeasure (and that is fearfull, for Our God is a Consuming fire,) if we discharge not our duty towards your souls. we Are in danger of God's displeasure (and that is fearful, for Our God is a Consuming fire,) if we discharge not our duty towards your Souls. pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 (cc d vbz j, p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1,) cs pns12 vvb xx po12 n1 p-acp po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
393 Speake then and Admonish and Rebuke, &c. we must; and you must be content to hear and obey: Speak then and Admonish and Rebuke, etc. we must; and you must be content to hear and obey: np1 av cc vvi cc vvb, av pns12 vmb; cc pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
394 the good, and eternal salvation of your souls depends upon it. 3. A Commodo. That they may do it NONLATINALPHABET. the good, and Eternal salvation of your Souls depends upon it. 3. A Commodo. That they may do it. dt j, cc j n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvz p-acp pn31. crd dt fw-la. cst pns32 vmb vdi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
395 when ye obey we can With Joy, give up our accounts to God. It is a Joy to the shepheard when his flocks thrive; when you obey we can With Joy, give up our accounts to God. It is a Joy to the shepherd when his flocks thrive; c-crq pn22 vvb pns12 vmb p-acp n1, vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1. pn31 vbz dt vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq po31 n2 vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
396 to the Minister, when his labours are successeful What is our joy, and Crown of Rejoycing? Are not even yee in the Presence of Christ, at his comeing? Yea are our glory, and our joy. to the Minister, when his labours Are successful What is our joy, and Crown of Rejoicing? are not even ye in the Presence of christ, At his coming? Yea Are our glory, and our joy. p-acp dt n1, c-crq po31 n2 vbr j q-crq vbz po12 n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg? vbr xx av pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n-vvg? uh vbr po12 n1, cc po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
397 And again VVe are comforted over you in all our affliction —, by your faith; And again We Are comforted over you in all our affliction —, by your faith; cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp d po12 n1 —, p-acp po22 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
398 whatsoever we want or suffer, [ we live if ye stand fast in the Lord ], whatsoever we want or suffer, [ we live if you stand fast in the Lord ], r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi, [ pns12 vvi cs pn22 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 ], (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
399 thus St. Paul; and he goes on, [ What thanks shall we render to God for the joy, wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God. thus Saint Paul; and he Goes on, [ What thanks shall we render to God for the joy, wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God. av n1 np1; cc pns31 vvz a-acp, [ q-crq n2 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
400 ] The like we read in St. John I have no greater joy, then to hear that my Children walke in the truth. ] The like we read in Saint John I have no greater joy, then to hear that my Children walk in the truth. ] dt av-j pns12 vvb p-acp n1 np1 pns11 vhb dx jc n1, cs pc-acp vvi cst po11 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
401 They are Nurses and Foster-Fathers, and bear tender affections towards you, and rejoyce as much, as your natural Parents can do, in the stirring of your souls. They Are Nurse's and Foster-Fathers, and bear tender affections towards you, and rejoice as much, as your natural Parents can do, in the stirring of your Souls. pns32 vbr n2 cc n2, cc vvi j n2 p-acp pn22, cc vvi p-acp d, c-acp po22 j n2 vmb vdi, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 26
402 This if any thing, should engage in people returns of love and obedience. They have heavy burdens on them, and but weak shoulders: This if any thing, should engage in people returns of love and Obedience. They have heavy burdens on them, and but weak shoulders: d cs d n1, vmd vvi p-acp n1 vvz pp-f n1 cc n1. pns32 vhb j n2 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 27
403 we are frail men, and discouraged much by the crosse carriages of people: we Are frail men, and discouraged much by the cross carriages of people: pns12 vbr j n2, cc vvn d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 27
404 we need all helps, (as Moses had Aaron and Hur to hold up his hands,) there is no way so good as this. we need all helps, (as Moses had Aaron and Hur to hold up his hands,) there is no Way so good as this. pns12 vvb d n2, (c-acp np1 vhd np1 cc zz pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2,) pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j c-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 27
405 By your holy life and conversation, by your love, Humility, pious, peaceable, and obedient carriage you will revive us. By your holy life and Conversation, by your love, Humility, pious, peaceable, and obedient carriage you will revive us. p-acp po22 j n1 cc n1, p-acp po22 n1, n1, j, j, cc j n1 pn22 vmb vvi pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 27
406 By this argument the Apostle wooes, and by this let me prevaile for this holy obedience. By this argument the Apostle Woes, and by this let me prevail for this holy Obedience. p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz, cc p-acp d vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 27
407 If there be any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love — fullfill ye our joy, &c. If there be any consolation in christ, if any Comfort of love — fulfil you our joy, etc. cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp np1, cs d n1 pp-f n1 — vvi pn22 po12 n1, av (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 27
408 4. Ab Incommodo: and this is double, if ye will not obey as ye are here required, 4. Ab Incommodo: and this is double, if you will not obey as you Are Here required, crd fw-la fw-la: cc d vbz j-jn, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi c-acp pn22 vbr av vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 27
409 so that we cannot give up our account with joy. so that we cannot give up our account with joy. av cst pns12 vmbx vvi a-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 27
410 1. The Grief and Sorrow will be ours, when people are taught, admonished, &c. and yet will be still untractable, this is a grief of heart to their pious Pastors. 1. The Grief and Sorrow will be ours, when people Are taught, admonished, etc. and yet will be still untractable, this is a grief of heart to their pious Pastors. crd dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi png12, c-crq n1 vbr vvn, vvn, av cc av vmb vbi av j, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j ng1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
411 This vexed Lot, though he had no such charge over Sodom: much more will it those, whose care and charge they are. This vexed Lot, though he had no such charge over Sodom: much more will it those, whose care and charge they Are. np1 vvn n1, c-acp pns31 vhd dx d n1 p-acp np1: av-d av-dc vmb pn31 d, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vbr. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
412 Is it not matter of sad sorrow, that we should see our labour lost, and that we still plough on the rocks, and sow among thorns? that we must still complaine (as it is in the Prophet) The bellowes are burnt, and the founder melteth in vain, there is no good done, Is it not matter of sad sorrow, that we should see our labour lost, and that we still plough on the Rocks, and sow among thorns? that we must still complain (as it is in the Prophet) The bellows Are burned, and the founder melts in vain, there is no good done, vbz pn31 xx n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 vvn, cc cst pns12 av n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvi p-acp n2? cst pns12 vmb av vvi (c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1) dt n2 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp j, a-acp vbz dx j vdn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
413 for Reprobate silver they will still be? this makes the Prophet crie, My leanness, my leanness, woe unto me: for Reprobate silver they will still be? this makes the Prophet cry, My leanness, my leanness, woe unto me: c-acp j-jn n1 pns32 vmb av vbi? d vvz dt n1 vvb, po11 n1, po11 n1, n1 p-acp pno11: (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
414 and as with David so is it with them, Rivers of water run down their eyes because men keep not the Law of their God. and as with David so is it with them, rivers of water run down their eyes Because men keep not the Law of their God. cc c-acp p-acp np1 av vbz pn31 p-acp pno32, n2 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp po32 n2 c-acp n2 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
415 Is it not matter of deepest sadnesse, that we should be a means to Damn them, whom we are sent to, Is it not matter of Deepest sadness, that we should be a means to Damn them, whom we Are sent to, vbz pn31 xx n1 pp-f js-jn n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvb pno32, ro-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
416 and desier to save? for the word which we bring, will be as, where it is received and obeyed, the Savour of life unto life; and desire to save? for the word which we bring, will be as, where it is received and obeyed, the Savour of life unto life; cc n1 pc-acp vvi? p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, vmb vbi a-acp, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
417 so where it is rejected, as certainly and infallibly the Savour of death unto death, if we be not as Reapers togather you, so where it is rejected, as Certainly and infallibly the Savour of death unto death, if we be not as Reapers together you, av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, c-acp av-j cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cs pns12 vbb xx p-acp n2 av pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
418 as good Corn, into the barn, we shall be as Binders up, as of Tares and weeds in bundles to be thrown into the fire: as good Corn, into the barn, we shall be as Binders up, as of Tares and weeds in bundles to be thrown into the fire: c-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vbi c-acp ng1 p-acp, c-acp pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
419 [ as it is in the Parable. [ as it is in the Parable. [ c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
420 ] God beginning to do that by his Ministers here, which he will perfectly do by his Angels at the end of the world. ] God beginning to do that by his Ministers Here, which he will perfectly do by his Angels At the end of the world. ] np1 vvg pc-acp vdi d p-acp po31 n2 av, r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vdi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 27
421 2. But though the Grief will be ours, there is matter of Danger to you that obey not, and to you only, for 2. But though the Grief will be ours, there is matter of Danger to you that obey not, and to you only, for crd cc-acp cs dt n1 vmb vbi png12, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 cst vvb xx, cc p-acp pn22 av-j, c-acp (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 28
422 1. The faithfull Pastors shall sustain no losse by the peoples disobediedce: 1. The faithful Pastors shall sustain no loss by the peoples disobediedce: crd dt j ng1 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 28
423 for Curam sucsip mus, non curationem, we are charged with the Care, but not the Cure. The Physician suffers not for the Patients death, 〈 ◊ 〉 he resist or refuse his medicins: for Curam sucsip mus, non curationem, we Are charged with the Care, but not the Cure. The physician suffers not for the Patients death, 〈 ◊ 〉 he resist or refuse his medicines: c-acp fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt vvb, cc-acp xx dt vvb. dt n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n2 n1, 〈 sy 〉 pns31 vvi cc vvi po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 28
424 Our re•ard is not NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET, according to our work and labour, not fruit or success. Men that till the ground shall be paid, though the seed miscarry; Our re•ard is not, but, according to our work and labour, not fruit or success. Men that till the ground shall be paid, though the seed miscarry; po12 j vbz xx, cc-acp, vvg p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, xx n1 cc n1. n2 cst p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cs dt n1 vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 28
425 and the Reapers shall be rewarded, though the corn be not worth it. But 3. A disobedient people shall suffer. and the Reapers shall be rewarded, though the corn be not worth it. But 3. A disobedient people shall suffer. cc dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, cs dt n1 vbb xx n1 pn31. p-acp crd dt j n1 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 28
426 The Parents displeasure will be the childrens disprofit: it will be NONLATINALPHABET, unprofitable, damage to you: The Parents displeasure will be the Children's disprofit: it will be, unprofitable, damage to you: dt ng2 n1 vmb vbi dt ng2 n1: pn31 vmb vbi, j, n1 p-acp pn22: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
427 For 1. Your sins are aggravated, if the word had not come to you, ye had not had sin: [ ••e. For 1. Your Sins Are aggravated, if the word had not come to you, you had not had since: [ ••e. p-acp crd po22 n2 vbr vvn, cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vhd xx vhn n1: [ vbb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
428 ] Comparatively, viz. your sin had been nothing so great as now it is, for now ye have no cloak no colourable excuse for sin: ] Comparatively, viz. your since had been nothing so great as now it is, for now you have no cloak no colourable excuse for since: ] av-j, n1 po22 n1 vhd vbn pix av j c-acp av pn31 vbz, c-acp av pn22 vhb dx n1 dx j n1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
429 and then 2. Your Judgements will be increased, 〈 ◊ 〉 will it be for Sodom or Gomorah, then for you, who have heard, and seen, but obeyed not: and then 2. Your Judgments will be increased, 〈 ◊ 〉 will it be for Sodom or Gomorrah, then for you, who have herd, and seen, but obeyed not: cc av crd po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn, 〈 sy 〉 vmb pn31 vbi p-acp np1 cc np1, av p-acp pn22, r-crq vhb vvn, cc vvn, cc-acp vvd xx: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
430 Quanta Damnatio a Damnatis damnari? Sad is the condition of sinfull men when the Gospel of peace and life, shall be a witnesse against them. Quanta Damnatio a Damnatis damnari? Sad is the condition of sinful men when the Gospel of peace and life, shall be a witness against them. fw-it fw-la dt np1 fw-fr? j vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
431 If any man hear, and beleive not (and he believes not, who obeyeth not) I judge him not [ saith Christ ] what? will not Christ judge? who else can? hath not God Committed all judgement to the Son? True, If any man hear, and believe not (and he believes not, who Obeyeth not) I judge him not [ Says christ ] what? will not christ judge? who Else can? hath not God Committed all judgement to the Son? True, cs d n1 vvi, cc vvb xx (cc pns31 vvz xx, r-crq vvz xx) pns11 vvb pno31 xx [ vvz np1 ] q-crq? vmb xx np1 vvi? q-crq av vmb? vhz xx np1 vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1? j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
432 but he will not judge, [ he saith ] well we are secure now, may the sinner think, we fear non else: but he will not judge, [ he Says ] well we Are secure now, may the sinner think, we Fear non Else: cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi, [ pns31 vvz ] uh-av pns12 vbr j av, vmb dt n1 vvb, pns12 vvb pix av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
433 but stay sirs, Pater ad Filium, Eilius ad Verbum. The Father hath committed all judgement to the Son; and the Son to the Word. but stay Sirs, Pater ad Son, Eilius ad Verbum. The Father hath committed all judgement to the Son; and the Son to the Word. cc-acp vvb n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1; cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
434 The son shall not need to judge such an one, the word shall do it. The word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day. The son shall not need to judge such an one, the word shall do it. The word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day. dt n1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d dt pi, dt n1 vmb vdi pn31. dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn, dt d vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt ord n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
435 The Lord Jesus Christ is a compassionate high Priest, and He came to save; The Lord jesus christ is a compassionate high Priest, and He Come to save; dt n1 np1 np1 vbz dt j j n1, cc pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
436 and to make Reconciliation for sins. Here a sea of Comfort and Hope, True, but let not the sinner presume and continue disobedient: and to make Reconciliation for Sins. Here a sea of Comfort and Hope, True, but let not the sinner presume and continue disobedient: cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2. av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, j, cc-acp vvb xx dt n1 vvb cc vvi j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
437 for he is the Author of this eternal salvation only to such as obey him. To these only will he extend his mercies and enlarge his compassions. for he is the Author of this Eternal salvation only to such as obey him. To these only will he extend his Mercies and enlarge his compassions. c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 av-j p-acp d c-acp vvi pno31. p-acp d av-j vmb pns31 vvi po31 n2 cc vvi po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
438 Me thinkes these meditations might strike terror into the souls of men and even force them to an holy obedience. Me thinks these meditations might strike terror into the Souls of men and even force them to an holy Obedience. pno11 vvz d n2 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc av vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
439 But whatsoever People do, Here is Comfort and encouragment enough to Gods faithfull Ministers: Howsoever their labours succeed with men; But whatsoever People do, Here is Comfort and encouragement enough to God's faithful Ministers: Howsoever their labours succeed with men; cc-acp r-crq n1 vdb, av vbz n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp npg1 j n2: c-acp po32 n2 vvi p-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
440 yet they are accepted with God. yet they Are accepted with God. av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
441 Let us (my Brethren) be faithfull and diligent in our places, blamelesse in our lives; Let us (my Brothers) be faithful and diligent in our places, blameless in our lives; vvb pno12 (po11 n2) vbb j cc j p-acp po12 n2, j p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
442 ensamples to the flock in Holinesse, Faith, Patience, Peace, Humility, and Obedience: And in our Doctrine shewing Incorruptnesse, Gravity, Sincerity: ensamples to the flock in Holiness, Faith, Patience, Peace, Humility, and obedience: And in our Doctrine showing Incorruptness, Gravity, Sincerity: n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1: cc p-acp po12 n1 vvg n1, n1, n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
443 Let us Teach, Exhort, Rebuke, with all long-suffering and Patience: Let us Teach, Exhort, Rebuke, with all long-suffering and Patience: vvb pno12 vvi, vvb, vvb, p-acp d j cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
444 then, though to our sorrow, we may complaine for want of successe, that we have all this while Laboured in, vai and spent our strength in vain and for nought, yet let us be encouraged to go on, then, though to our sorrow, we may complain for want of success, that we have all this while Laboured in, vai and spent our strength in vain and for nought, yet let us be encouraged to go on, av, cs p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vhb d d cs vvn p-acp, fw-fr cc vvn po12 n1 p-acp j cc p-acp pix, av vvb pno12 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
445 and we may be assured for our comfort that Our work is with the Lord and our labour with our God: and he will reward us. and we may be assured for our Comfort that Our work is with the Lord and our labour with our God: and he will reward us. cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 cst po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1: cc pns31 vmb vvi pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 29
446 What now remaines? but that we turn this Sermon into Practice: And now every one in our places set our selves to the serious exercise, What now remains? but that we turn this Sermon into Practice: And now every one in our places Set our selves to the serious exercise, q-crq av vvz? cc-acp cst pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp n1: cc av d pi p-acp po12 n2 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 29
447 and faithfull discharge of these Duties, whether of Governing or Obedience, which God in his word requires of us, and faithful discharge of these Duties, whither of Governing or obedience, which God in his word requires of us, cc j n1 pp-f d n2, cs pp-f vvg cc n1, r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pp-f pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 29
448 Yea and turn the Sermon into a prayer [ for all our sufficiency is of God ] in the words of our Apostle, but a verse or two below the Text. Yea and turn the Sermon into a prayer [ for all our sufficiency is of God ] in the words of our Apostle, but a verse or two below the Text. uh cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 [ c-acp d po12 n1 vbz pp-f np1 ] p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc crd p-acp dt np1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 29
449 O God of peace, Thou who broughtest again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepheard of the sheep through the blood of the everlasting covenant, Make us (Governors and governed, Pastors and Flock, Oh God of peace, Thou who Broughtest again from the dead our Lord jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, Make us (Governors and governed, Pastors and Flock, uh np1 pp-f n1, pns21 r-crq vvd2 av p-acp dt j po12 n1 np1, cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvb pno12 (n2 cc vvn, ng1 cc vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 29
450 even make us) every one perfect to do thy will; even make us) every one perfect to do thy will; av vvb pno12) d crd j pc-acp vdi po21 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 29
451 in our several Offices, Ministries, Places and Stations,) working in us that which is well pleasing in thy sight: through Jesus Christ. in our several Offices, Ministries, Places and Stations,) working in us that which is well pleasing in thy sighed: through jesus christ. p-acp po12 j n2, n2, n2 cc n2,) vvg p-acp pno12 d r-crq vbz av vvg p-acp po21 n1: p-acp np1 np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 29
452 To whom, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, Three persons, but One Eternal, Invisible, only wife God, be All Glory and Power, Praise and Dominion for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS. To whom, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, Three Persons, but One Eternal, Invisible, only wife God, be All Glory and Power, Praise and Dominion for ever and ever, AMEN. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq, p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, crd n2, p-acp pi j, j, j n1 np1, vbb d n1 cc n1, vvb cc n1 c-acp av cc av, uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 29

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6 0 Mat. 8.24, 25. Mathew 8.24, 25. np1 crd, crd
11 0 Amos 5.10. Amos 5.10. np1 crd.
24 0 The Division of the text. The Division of the text. dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
26 0 Rom. 6.17. Rom. 6.17. np1 crd.
30 0 Isa. 49.4. Isaiah 49.4. np1 crd.
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33 0 Isai. 49.4. Isaiah 49.4. np1 crd.
35 0 Mar. ex Cal. Mar. ex Cal. np1 fw-la np1
42 0 1. General. 1. General. crd n1.
44 0 Observe A Government in the Church asserted. Observe A Government in the Church asserted. vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn.
48 0 1 Cor. 12.28. 1 Cor. 12.28. vvn np1 crd.
48 1 1 Thes. 5.12. 1 Thebes 5.12. crd np1 crd.
49 0 1 Tim. 5.17. 1 Tim. 5.17. crd np1 crd.
50 0 1 Cor. 14.33. God a God of Order. 1 Cor. 14.33. God a God of Order. crd np1 crd. np1 dt n1 pp-f n1.
53 0 Judg. Ch. 17, 18, 19. Judges Christ 17, 18, 19. np1 np1 crd, crd, crd
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56 2 Eph. 2.19. Ephesians 2.19. np1 crd.
56 3 Phil. 3.21. Philip 3.21. np1 crd.
58 0 Eph. 2.19. Ephesians 2.19. np1 crd.
58 1 Gal. 6.10. A Family. Gal. 6.10. A Family. np1 crd. dt n1.
58 2 An Army. an Army. dt n1.
59 0 Psal. 84.7. Psalm 84.7. np1 crd.
59 1 Psal. 110 3 Psalm 110 3 np1 crd crd
60 0 Cant. 6.4. Cant 6.4. np1 crd.
63 0 A Body. A Body. dt n1.
63 1 Rom. 12.4.5. Rom. 12.4.5. np1 crd.
65 0 1 Cor. 12.12. 1 Cor. 12.12. vvn np1 crd.
66 0 Censures necessary in the Church. Censures necessary in the Church. vvz j p-acp dt n1.
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66 3 1 Cor. 5.2. 1 Cor. 5.2. vvn np1 crd.
67 0 Rev. 2.15.16. Rev. 2.15.16. n1 crd.
67 1 v. 19. v. 19. n1 crd
74 0 2 Tim. 3.2. 2 Tim. 3.2. crd np1 crd.
76 0 Prov. 26.16. Curae 26.16. np1 crd.
78 0 Psal. 12.4. Psalm 12.4. np1 crd.
78 1 Luk. 19.14. Luk. 19.14. np1 crd.
79 0 Phil. 2.21. Philip 2.21. np1 crd.
82 0 Isa. 1.26. Isaiah 1.26. np1 crd.
89 0 Psal. 122.3 Psalm 122.3 np1 crd
93 0 The Governors Who? The Governors Who? dt ng1 r-crq?
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99 0 1 Pet. 5.2. 1 Pet. 5.2. vvd np1 crd.
100 0 v. 2.3. v. 2.3. n1 crd.
101 0 v. 5. v. 5. n1 crd
104 0 Gro '. in Liv. 22.2. Gro '. in Liv. 22.2. np1 pn31. p-acp crd. crd.
106 0 Presbyters and Particular Presbyters and Particular np1 cc j-jn
109 0 Pastors. Others used by the prudence of Church. Pastors. Others used by the prudence of Church. ng1. ng2-jn vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
112 0 The office of Governours. The office of Governors. dt n1 pp-f n2.
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115 0 Eminence. Eminence. n1.
115 1 Num. 27.16. Num. 27.16. np1 crd.
115 2 Luk. 12.42. Luk. 12.42. np1 crd.
117 0 Use Engaging. 1. Reverence in inferiours. Use Engaging. 1. reverence in inferiors. vvb vvg. crd n1 p-acp n2-jn.
117 1 2. Exemplary piety in the Governors. 2. Exemplary piety in the Governors. crd j n1 p-acp dt n2.
123 0 1 Sam. 2.27.29. 1 Sam. 2.27.29. vvd np1 crd.
128 0 Mat. 5.13.14 Mathew 5.13.14 np1 crd
135 0 Precedence. Precedence. n1.
137 0 Heb. 12.2. Hebrew 12.2. np1 crd.
139 0 Num. 27.16.11. Num. 27.16.11. np1 crd.
142 0 1 John 10.8. 1 John 10.8. vvd np1 crd.
143 0 Isa. 3.12. Isaiah 3.12. np1 crd.
144 0 Mat. 28.6.7 Mathew 28.6.7 np1 crd
147 0 1 Tim. 4.12 1 Tim. 4.12 crd np1 crd
147 1 Tit. 2.7. Tit. 2.7. np1 crd.
147 2 1 Pet. 5.3. 1 Pet. 5.3. vvn np1 crd.
148 0 Vse. Engaging. Use. Engaging. vvb. vvg.
150 0 Diligence in study. Diligence in study. n1 p-acp n1.
153 0 Mat. 15.14. Mathew 15.14. np1 crd.
156 0 2 Tim. 2.24 2 Tim. 2.24 crd np1 crd
157 0 1 Tim. 4.13. 1 Tim. 4.13. vvd np1 crd.
157 1 Holines of life. Holiness of life. n1 pp-f n1.
159 0 Si bene dixerimus vestrum est si male vixerimus nostrum est. Aug. Si bene dixerimus Vestrum est si male vixerimus nostrum est. Aug. fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j-jn fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1
159 1 Mat. 23.3. Mathew 23.3. np1 crd.
162 0 Isa. 3.12. Isaiah 3.12. np1 crd.
163 0 Rev. 12.3. Rev. 12.3. n1 crd.
164 0 Prov. 4. last Curae 4. last np1 crd ord
168 0 Greg. Nazia. in Apologet. Greg. Nazir. in Apologet np1 np1. p-acp np1
177 0 Observance. Observance. n1.
179 0 Ezek. 3.17. Ezekiel 3.17. np1 crd.
184 0 Act. 20.28.29.30. Act. 20.28.29.30. n1 crd.
186 0 In a watch for the flock. In a watch for the flock. p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
187 0 Ezek. 33. 1-5. Ezekiel 33. 1-5. np1 crd. j.
188 0 Act. 20.28, — Act. 20.28, — n1 crd, —
189 0 Joh. 10.12, 13. John 10.12, 13. np1 crd, crd
191 0 A watch over the Flock. A watch over the Flock. dt n1 p-acp dt vvb.
201 0 The end of this watch. The end of this watch. dt n1 pp-f d n1.
202 0 To prevent sin. To prevent since. pc-acp vvi n1.
204 0 Eph. 5.14. Ephesians 5.14. np1 crd.
206 0 To Raise from sin, by Repentance. To Raise from since, by Repentance. pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1.
207 0 Revel. 3 2. Revel. 3 2. vvi. crd crd
209 0 Gal 6.1. Gall 6.1. n1 crd.
209 1 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
211 0 Use. To engage. Use. To engage. n1. pc-acp vvi.
212 0 Mar. 13. Uit. Mar. 13. Uit. np1 crd fw-fr.
212 1 A care for themselves. A care for themselves. dt n1 p-acp px32.
215 0 Act. 20.28. Act. 20.28. n1 crd.
215 1 1 Tim. 4.12. 1 Tim. 4.12. crd np1 crd.
219 0 1 Cor. 9. Uit. 1 Cor. 9. Uit. crd np1 crd fw-fr.
220 0 A care for the Flock. A care for the Flock. dt n1 p-acp dt vvb.
224 0 Ezek. 33. 1• 10. Ezekiel 33. 1• 10. np1 crd. n1 crd
227 0 Governance. Governance. n1.
228 0 Rom. 8.12. 1 Thes. 5.12. 1 Tim. 5.17. Et passim. Rom. 8.12. 1 Thebes 5.12. 1 Tim. 5.17. Et passim. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd. fw-la fw-la.
229 0 1 Pet. 5.2, 3. 1 Pet. 5.2, 3. vvn np1 crd, crd
232 0 Jam. 3.1. Jam. 3.1. np1 crd.
235 0 1 Cor. 16.14. 1 Cor. 16.14. vvn np1 crd.
235 1 2 Tim. 2.24, 25. 2 Tim. 2.24, 25. crd np1 crd, crd
235 2 2 Tim. 4.2. 2 Tim. 4.2. crd np1 crd.
235 3 Tit. 2 15. Tit. 2 15. np1 crd crd
239 0 This excercised 1. In Admonition. This exercised 1. In Admonition. d vvd crd p-acp n1.
239 1 1 Thes. 5.12. 1 Thebes 5.12. vvn np1 crd.
240 0 2 Thes. 3.10. 2 Thebes 3.10. crd np1 crd.
241 0 Tit. 3.10. Tit. 3.10. np1 crd.
244 0 Gal. 6.1. Gal. 6.1. np1 crd.
245 0 2. Rebuke. 2. Rebuke. crd n1.
246 0 Gal. 6.1. Gal. 6.1. np1 crd.
247 0 Jud. 22, 23. Jud. 22, 23. np1 crd, crd
249 0 Tit. 1.13. Tit. 1.13. np1 crd.
250 0 1 Tim. 5.20. 1 Tim. 5.20. vvn np1 crd.
250 1 3. Censures. 3. Censures. crd n2.
251 0 2 Thes. 3.14. 2 Thebes 3.14. crd np1 crd.
253 0 4. Excision, or Excommunication. 4. Excision, or Excommunication. crd n1, cc n1.
271 0 Tit. 3.10. Tit. 3.10. np1 crd.
272 0 1 Cor. 5. ult. 1 Cor. 5. ult. vvd np1 crd n1.
276 0 Mat. 18.16, 17 Mathew 18.16, 17 np1 crd, crd
277 0 The ends of Excommunication. The ends of Excommunication. dt n2 pp-f n1.
279 0 1. To clense the Church. 1. To cleanse the Church. crd p-acp vvi dt n1.
279 1 1 Cor. 5.6. 1 Cor. 5.6. vvn np1 crd.
280 0 Heb. 12.15 Hebrew 12.15 np1 crd
281 0 2. To vindicate Christianity. 2. To vindicate Christianity. crd p-acp vvi np1.
283 0 3. To humble, und to save the sinner. 3. To humble, and to save the sinner. crd p-acp j, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1.
284 0 Mat 18.18. John 20.23. Mathew 18.18. John 20.23. n1 crd. np1 crd.
287 0 1 Tim. 5.20. 1 Tim. 5.20. vvn np1 crd.
289 0 Use To engage Governours. Use To engage Governors. vvb pc-acp vvi n2.
289 1 1. To be holy themselves. 1. To be holy themselves. crd pc-acp vbi j px32.
292 0 1 Tim. 3.13. 1 Tim. 3.13. vvn np1 crd.
294 0 John 8.48. John 8.48. np1 crd.
294 1 1 Sam. 12.3. 1 Sam. 12.3. vvn np1 crd.
297 0 1 Tim. 5.22. 1 Tim. 5.22. vvd np1 crd.
297 1 2. The exercise Government to its proper end. 2. The exercise Government to its proper end. crd dt n1 n1 p-acp po31 j n1.
315 0 2 The Object of this Government, The Souls of men. Which sheweth, 2 The Object of this Government, The Souls of men. Which shows, crd dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n2 pp-f n2. r-crq vvz,
317 0 1. The nature of their Works, it is spiritual, 1. The nature of their Works, it is spiritual, crd dt n1 pp-f po32 vvz, pn31 vbz j,
318 0 1 Cor. 6.3. 1 Cor. 6.3. vvd np1 crd.
318 1 1 Pet. 2.25. 1 Pet. 2.25. vvn np1 crd.
320 0 Luke 1•. 1•. Luke 1•. 1•. np1 n1. n1.
323 0 1 Cor. 6.4. 1 Cor. 6.4. vvd np1 crd.
325 0 1 Cor. 5.5. 1 Cor. 5.5. vvd np1 crd.
325 1 2. In worth & excellency. 2. In worth & excellency. crd p-acp n1 cc n1.
328 0 3. The weight of the Employment. 3. The weight of the Employment. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
329 0 Jam. 5. ult. Jam. 5. ult. np1 crd n1.
330 0 Hierod. Hierod. np1.
330 1 2 Pet. 1.4. 2 Pet. 1.4. crd np1 crd.
331 0 Jer. 23.21. Jer. 23.21. np1 crd.
334 0 2 Tim. 2.15. 2 Tim. 2.15. crd np1 crd.
334 1 Luk. 12.42. Luk. 12.42. np1 crd.
335 0 Mat. 16.26 Mathew 16.26 np1 crd
336 0 1 Pet. 1.16.18. 1 Pet. 1.16.18. vvd np1 crd.
337 0 Greg. Naz. in Apologet. Greg. Nazareth in Apologet np1 np1 p-acp np1
338 0 Vse. 1. To engage. Fidelity in Governors. Use. 1. To engage. Fidis in Governors. vvb. crd p-acp vvi. n1 p-acp n2.
339 0 Obedience in all that are under them. obedience in all that Are under them. n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno32.
340 0 1 Thes. 5.12 1 Thebes 5.12 vvn np1 crd
341 0 1 Tim. 5.17 1 Tim. 5.17 crd np1 crd
341 1 1 Reason. 1 Reason. crd n1.
342 0 2 Religion requires Obedience to Rulers. 2 Religion requires obedience to Rulers. crd n1 vvz n1 p-acp n2.
344 0 1 Cor. 12.28 Rom. 13.1, 2.5. 1 Cor. 12.28 Rom. 13.1, 2.5. vvn np1 crd np1 crd, crd.
348 0 1 Cor. 11.1. 1 Cor. 11.1. vvd np1 crd.
349 0 Rom. 6.17. NONLATINALPHABET. Rom. 6.17.. np1 crd..
349 1 Cant. 1.8. Cant 1.8. np1 crd.
352 0 Mat. 8.9. Mathew 8.9. np1 crd.
363 0 Tit. 1.5. Tit. 1.5. np1 crd.
369 0 General. The Motives. General. The Motives. n1. dt n2.
370 0 Ab Officio. Ab Officio. fw-la np1.
372 0 Act. 20.28. Act. 20.28. n1 crd.
372 1 Act. 7.51. Act. 7.51. n1 crd.
372 2 Jer. 20.10. Jer. 20.10. np1 crd.
374 0 A necessario. A Necessarily. dt fw-la.
378 0 Act. 20.28. Act. 20.28. n1 crd.
379 0 1 Pet. 2.15. 1 Pet. 5.4. 1 Pet. 2.15. 1 Pet. 5.4. vvn np1 crd. crd np1 crd.
381 0 Use. To engage 1 In Ministers, Fidelity. Use. To engage 1 In Ministers, Fidis. n1. pc-acp vvi crd p-acp n2, n1.
382 0 Hos. 4.6. Hos. 4.6. np1 crd.
385 0 Ezek. 3.19. Ezekiel 3.19. np1 crd.
385 1 In People an humble submission. In People an humble submission. p-acp n1 dt j n1.
388 0 Amos 5.10. Amos 5.10. np1 crd.
389 0 2 Pet. 2.1. NONLATINALPHABET. 2 Pet. 2.1.. crd np1 crd..
390 0 Gal. 4.16. Gal. 4.16. np1 crd.
390 1 1 Thes. 5.13 1 Thebes 5.13 vvd np1 crd
392 0 Heb. 10.31. Hebrew 10.31. np1 crd.
392 1 Heb. 12. ult. Hebrew 12. ult. np1 crd n1.
394 0 A Commodo. A Commodo. dt fw-la.
396 0 1 Thes. 2.19, 20. 1 Thebes 2.19, 20. vvn np1 crd, crd
397 0 1 Thes. 3.7.8, 9. 1 Thebes 3.7.8, 9. vvd np1 crd, crd
400 0 3 John 4. 3 John 4. crd np1 crd
401 0 1 Thes. 2.7, 8 1 Thebes 2.7, 8 vvn np1 crd, crd
402 0 Use. To engage people, to returns of love and obedience. Use. To engage people, to returns of love and Obedience. n1. pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1.
404 0 Exod. 17.12. Exod 17.12. np1 crd.
407 0 Phil. 2.1, 2. Philip 2.1, 2. np1 crd, crd
408 0 Ab Incommodo. Peoples sin. Ab Incommodo. Peoples since. fw-la fw-la. ng1 n1.
410 0 The Pastors sorrow. The Pastors sorrow. dt ng1 n1.
411 0 2 Pet. 2 7. 2 Pet. 2 7. crd np1 crd crd
412 0 Am. 6.12. Am. 6.12. np1 crd.
412 1 Jer. 6.29, 30. Jer. 6.29, 30. np1 crd, crd
413 0 Isa. 24.16. Isaiah 24.16. np1 crd.
414 0 Psal. 119.136. Psalm 119.136. np1 crd.
416 0 2 Cor. 2.16. 2 Cor. 2.16. crd np1 crd.
417 0 Math. 13.30 Math. 13.30 np1 crd
420 0 Quinquam tunc (•c. ad consūmationem seculi ) extremā manum purgandae ecclesiae aponet, (Deus sc.) per A•gelos, idem tamen nunc facere incipit per pios Doctores. Calv. in Mat. 13.39. Quinquam tunc (•c. ad consūmationem Seculi) extremam manum purgandae ecclesiae aponet, (Deus sc.) per A•gelos, idem tamen nunc facere incipit per Pios Doctors. Calvin in Mathew 13.39. fw-la fw-la (fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la) n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (fw-la n1.) fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2. np1 p-acp np1 crd.
421 0 The Peoples own Damage. The Peoples own Damage. dt ng1 d vvi.
424 0 1 Cor. 3.8. 1 Cor. 3.8. vvn np1 crd.
427 0 Joh. 15.22. John 15.22. np1 crd.
429 0 Mat. 11.20. Mathew 11.20. np1 crd.
430 0 Mat. 24.14. Mathew 24.14. np1 crd.
431 0 Joh. 12.47. John 12.47. np1 crd.
431 1 Joh. 5.22. John 5.22. np1 crd.
434 0 Joh. 12 48. John 12 48. np1 crd crd
435 0 Heb. 2.17. Hebrew 2.17. np1 crd.
437 0 Heb. 5.9. Hebrew 5.9. np1 crd.
439 0 Use. To encourage Ministers in their work howsoever their labours succeed with men. Use. To encourage Ministers in their work howsoever their labours succeed with men. n1. pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1 c-acp po32 n2 vvi p-acp n2.
444 0 Isa. 49.4. Isaiah 49.4. np1 crd.
445 0 ibid. Ibid. fw-la.
448 0 2 Cor. 3.5. 2 Cor. 3.5. crd np1 crd.
449 0 Heb. 13.20 21. Hebrew 13.20 21. np1 crd crd