New-Englands true interest not to lie, or, A treatise declaring from the word of truth the terms on which we stand, and the tenure by which we hold our hitherto-continued precious and pleasant things shewing what the blessing God expecteth from his people, and what they may rationally look for from him / delivered in a sermon preached in Boston in New-England, April 29, 1668, being the day of election there, by Mr. W. Stoughton ...

Stoughton, William, 1632-1701
Publisher: Printed by S G and M J
Place of Publication: Cambridge Mass
Publication Year: 1670
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A61699 ESTC ID: R9808 STC ID: S5765
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Isaiah LXIII, 8; Election sermons -- Massachusetts -- Boston; Sermons, American;
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0 New Englands True Interest; NOT TO LIE. New Englands True Interest; NOT TO LIE. j npg1 j n1; xx p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Page 4
1 Isaiah 63. 8. For he said, Surely they are my people, children that will not lie: so he was their Saviour. Isaiah 63. 8. For he said, Surely they Are my people, children that will not lie: so he was their Saviour. np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vvd, av-j pns32 vbr po11 n1, n2 cst vmb xx vvi: av pns31 vbds po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Page 4
2 IN this Chapter (to give you onely a very short view of the Context) you may take notice of these three parts. IN this Chapter (to give you only a very short view of the Context) you may take notice of these three parts. p-acp d n1 (pc-acp vvi pn22 av-j dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1) pn22 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 4
3 1. An Interlocution or Dialogue between Christ and his Church, contained in the first six Verses. 1. an Interlocution or Dialogue between christ and his Church, contained in the First six Verses. crd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, vvn p-acp dt ord crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
4 The unexpected appearance of the Lord Jesus Christ, in his glorious works of Vengeance upon his peoples enemies, The unexpected appearance of the Lord jesus christ, in his glorious works of Vengeance upon his peoples enemies, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
5 and of Salvation to his Church, it draws forth the Churches earnest Enquiries; and of Salvation to his Church, it draws forth the Churches earnest Enquiries; cc pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvz av dt n2 j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
6 and these her Enquiries they draw forth Christs distinct Answers, even as it is promised Jer. 33. 3. Call upon me and I will answer thee, and these her Enquiries they draw forth Christ distinct Answers, even as it is promised Jer. 33. 3. Call upon me and I will answer thee, cc d po31 n2 pns32 vvb av npg1 j n2, av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd crd vvb p-acp pno11 cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21, (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
7 and shew thee great and mighty things which thou knewest not. and show thee great and mighty things which thou Knewest not. cc vvb pno21 j cc j n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 xx. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
8 Christ loves to be questioned with concerning his great works of Providence, because he desires to be known unto his people in them; christ loves to be questioned with Concerning his great works of Providence, Because he Desires to be known unto his people in them; np1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg po31 j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
9 and to acquaint them with the great designs he hath in hand, as here he is graciously pleased to do. and to acquaint them with the great designs he hath in hand, as Here he is graciously pleased to do. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n2 pns31 vhz p-acp n1, c-acp av pns31 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vdi. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 4
10 2. An Acknowledgement of Praise from the Church, in the recounting, and calling to minde of eminent passages of former mercy and kindness extended to her, from ver. 7. to v•r. 15. 3. The Churches earnest Prayer and pleading with God hereupon, from v. 15. to the end: Look down from heaven, &c. The Verse read, comes under the second of these Heads. 2. an Acknowledgement of Praise from the Church, in the recounting, and calling to mind of eminent passages of former mercy and kindness extended to her, from for. 7. to v•r. 15. 3. The Churches earnest Prayer and pleading with God hereupon, from v. 15. to the end: Look down from heaven, etc. The Verse read, comes under the second of these Heads. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg, cc vvg p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp p-acp. crd p-acp vvb. crd crd dt n2 j n1 cc vvg p-acp np1 av, p-acp n1 crd p-acp dt n1: vvb a-acp p-acp n1, av dt n1 vvb, vvz p-acp dt ord pp-f d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 4
11 Christ having declared, not only his Person, but also his present design and work to be the wonderful destruction of his and his peoples enemies, christ having declared, not only his Person, but also his present Design and work to be the wondered destruction of his and his peoples enemies, np1 vhg vvn, xx av-j po31 n1, p-acp av po31 j vvb cc n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f png31 cc po31 ng1 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
12 and the salvation of his Redeemed ones; and the salvation of his Redeemed ones; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn pi2; (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
13 The Church is presently striking upon the same string of Mercy, and that her faith and hope might be further confirmed, The Church is presently striking upon the same string of Mercy, and that her faith and hope might be further confirmed, dt n1 vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, cc cst po31 n1 cc n1 vmd vbi av-jc vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
14 and her heart enlarged, she presently ecchoes unto Christ, by telling over the former stories of his loving kindness, ver. 7. I will mention the loving kindnesses of the Lord, &c. Now (as one aptly notes upon the place) As good Historians do not only relate meer naked matters of fact, and her heart enlarged, she presently echos unto christ, by telling over the former stories of his loving kindness, ver. 7. I will mention the loving Kindnesses of the Lord, etc. Now (as one aptly notes upon the place) As good Historians do not only relate mere naked matters of fact, cc po31 n1 vvn, pns31 av-j n2 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 j-vvg n1, fw-la. crd pns11 vmb vvi dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, av av (c-acp pi av-j vvz p-acp dt n1) p-acp j n2 vdb xx av-j vvi j j n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 5
15 but the persons also, and considerations moving so or so, with the effects and resultances; but the Persons also, and considerations moving so or so, with the effects and resultances; cc-acp dt n2 av, cc n2 vvg av cc av, p-acp dt n2 cc n2; (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 5
16 so the Church, surveying here the loving kindnesses of the Lord from an ancient date, suggests in the words read, the Considerations upon which the Lord proceeded to be the Saviour of this people; For he said, &c. The words of the Text may be thus divided. We have in them so the Church, surveying Here the loving Kindnesses of the Lord from an ancient date, suggests in the words read, the Considerations upon which the Lord proceeded to be the Saviour of this people; For he said, etc. The words of the Text may be thus divided. We have in them av dt n1, vvg av dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz p-acp dt n2 vvb, dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1; c-acp pns31 vvd, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi av vvn. pns12 vhb p-acp pno32 (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 5
17 1. The Lords just expectations of his people, and that promise which he makes to himself of great things from them. 1. The lords just Expectations of his people, and that promise which he makes to himself of great things from them. crd dt n2 j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
18 He said, Surely they are my people, children that will not lie. He said, Surely they Are my people, children that will not lie. pns31 vvd, av-j pns32 vbr po11 n1, n2 cst vmb xx vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
19 2. The influence of these things upon the Lords Saviourly undertakings with and for his people: So he was their Saviour. 2. The influence of these things upon the lords Saviourly undertakings with and for his people: So he was their Saviour. crd dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n2 av-j n2-vvg p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1: av pns31 vbds po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 5
20 Or a little more largely the words hold forth to us Or a little more largely the words hold forth to us cc dt j av-dc av-j dt n2 vvb av p-acp pno12 (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 5
21 1. The best Relation wherein any people can stand, and that is to be the Lords people. 1. The best Relation wherein any people can stand, and that is to be the lords people. crd dt js n1 c-crq d n1 vmb vvi, cc d vbz pc-acp vbi dt n2 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 5
22 2. That eminent Qualification which suits with such a Relation; To be children that will not lie. 2. That eminent Qualification which suits with such a Relation; To be children that will not lie. crd cst j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp d dt n1; pc-acp vbi n2 cst vmb xx vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 11 Page 5
23 3. The Lords solemn Assertion and Consideration of such a Relation and Qualification in the people spoken of; 3. The lords solemn Assertion and Consideration of such a Relation and Qualification in the people spoken of; crd dt n2 j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f; (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 5
24 For he said, Surely they are my people, &c. He affirms such a Relation, and he solemnly expects and promiseth to himself such an answerable Qualification. For he said, Surely they Are my people, etc. He affirms such a Relation, and he solemnly expects and promises to himself such an answerable Qualification. c-acp pns31 vvd, av-j pns32 vbr po11 n1, av pns31 vvz d dt n1, cc pns31 av-j vvz cc vvz p-acp px31 d dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 5
25 4. The Lords Engagements and Actings as a Saviour towards this his people hereupon, or as influenced by these things. 4. The lords Engagements and Actings as a Saviour towards this his people hereupon, or as influenced by these things. crd dt n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1 av, cc c-acp vvn p-acp d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
26 Having such an expectation, and conceiving such hopes of this people, as to promise to himself such things from them, The Lord resolves to undertake, Having such an expectation, and conceiving such hope's of this people, as to promise to himself such things from them, The Lord resolves to undertake, vhg d dt n1, cc vvg d n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 d n2 p-acp pno32, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
27 and doth actually engage himself, in the whole work of their Salvation: and does actually engage himself, in the Whole work of their Salvation: cc vdz av-j vvi px31, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
28 Proving them and trying them under a singular dispensation, and long continued series of mercy, which began with their Redemption out of Egypt, and so was carried on through the Wilderness unto Canaan, as in the Verses following the Text is more fully declared. Proving them and trying them under a singular Dispensation, and long continued series of mercy, which began with their Redemption out of Egypt, and so was carried on through the Wilderness unto Canaan, as in the Verses following the Text is more Fully declared. vvg pno32 cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc av-j vvd n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvd p-acp po32 n1 av pp-f np1, cc av vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, a-acp p-acp dt n2 vvg dt n1 vbz av-dc av-j vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 5
29 God is here spoken of after the manner of men, as giving to himself the grounds and reasons of his own great undertaking; God is Here spoken of After the manner of men, as giving to himself the grounds and Reasons of his own great undertaking; np1 vbz av vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp vvg p-acp px31 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 d j n-vvg; (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 5
30 And therefore the expressions of the Text do no whit impeach the fore-knowledge of God, whereby he knew from the beginning what the rebellions and backslidings of this people would be, And Therefore the expressions of the Text do no whit impeach the foreknowledge of God, whereby he knew from the beginning what the rebellions and backslidings of this people would be, cc av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb dx n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
31 even as in v. 10. we find it; even as in v. 10. we find it; av c-acp p-acp n1 crd pns12 vvb pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
32 but the Lord speaks as one of us, judging of matters, and taking up his hopes, according to the visible and apparent just grounds and reasons of things, but the Lord speaks as one of us, judging of matters, and taking up his hope's, according to the visible and apparent just grounds and Reasons of things, cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp crd pp-f pno12, vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg a-acp po31 n2, vvg p-acp dt j cc j j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
33 even as a prudent and wise man would in the like case have done: even as a prudent and wise man would in the like case have done: av c-acp dt j cc j n1 vmd p-acp dt j n1 vhb vdn: (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
34 for who is there that would not have promised to himself great things from a people so engaged and circumstanced, in case so great mercy and salvation were shewn to them? Now that which the Lord promiseth to himself and expects from them, is, That they would prove Children that would not lie. for who is there that would not have promised to himself great things from a people so engaged and circumstanced, in case so great mercy and salvation were shown to them? Now that which the Lord promises to himself and expects from them, is, That they would prove Children that would not lie. c-acp r-crq vbz a-acp cst vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp px31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 av vvn cc vvn, p-acp n1 av j n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32? av cst r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp px31 cc vvz p-acp pno32, vbz, cst pns32 vmd vvi n2 cst vmd xx vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 6
35 To lie, in the sense of the Text, takes in deeds as well as words, yea matters of fact more especially. To lie, in the sense of the Text, Takes in Deeds as well as words, yea matters of fact more especially. pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp n2 c-acp av c-acp n2, uh n2 pp-f n1 av-dc av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
36 The Spirit of God means hereby all Ʋnfoundness, Perfidiousness, Prevarication with the Lord, whereby we go contrary to our Engagements, and prove unfaithful to him. The Spirit of God means hereby all Ʋnfoundness, Perfidiousness, Prevarication with the Lord, whereby we go contrary to our Engagements, and prove unfaithful to him. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av d n1, n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb j-jn p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi j p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
37 The word is translated in other places to deal falsly, as Gen. 21. 23. and to fail, Psal. 89. 33. It is to be referred unto the matters of the Lords Covenant with his people. The word is translated in other places to deal falsely, as Gen. 21. 23. and to fail, Psalm 89. 33. It is to be referred unto the matters of the lords Covenant with his people. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp vvb av-j, p-acp np1 crd crd cc pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
38 God expects and promiseth to himself that in these things his people will keep touch with him, God expects and promises to himself that in these things his people will keep touch with him, np1 vvz cc vvz p-acp px31 cst p-acp d n2 po31 n1 vmb vvi vvi p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
39 and not shrink. Thus the Church asserts her uprightness, by removing the Lie far from her self, Psal. 44. 17. All this is come upon us, and not shrink. Thus the Church asserts her uprightness, by removing the Lie Far from her self, Psalm 44. 17. All this is come upon us, cc xx vvi. av dt n1 n2 po31 n1, p-acp vvg dt vvb av-j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av-d d vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
40 yet have we not forgotten thee, nor dealt falsly in thy Covenant: the word is the same with that in the Text; yet have we not forgotten thee, nor dealt falsely in thy Covenant: the word is the same with that in the Text; av vhb pns12 xx vvn pno21, ccx vvn av-j p-acp po21 n1: dt n1 vbz dt d p-acp cst p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
41 We have not lied unto thee in thy Covenant. This is the plain meaning of the words: We have not lied unto thee in thy Covenant. This is the plain meaning of the words: pns12 vhb xx vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 n1. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2: (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
42 They will be perfect, upright, faithful to me and with me in all the concernments of my Covenant with them; They will be perfect, upright, faithful to me and with me in all the concernments of my Covenant with them; pns32 vmb vbi j, av-j, j p-acp pno11 cc p-acp pno11 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
43 I have this good perswasion of them, and I will try them with mercy and salvation, to see how they will answer and make good my expectations of them. I have this good persuasion of them, and I will try them with mercy and salvation, to see how they will answer and make good my Expectations of them. pns11 vhb d j n1 pp-f pno32, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi j po11 n2 pp-f pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 6
44 From this 8th Verse, as relating unto the next foregoing, we may briefly take up this Note: From this 8th Verse, as relating unto the next foregoing, we may briefly take up this Note: p-acp d ord n1, c-acp vvg p-acp dt ord vvg, pns12 vmb av-j vvi a-acp d n1: (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 6
45 The fountain and fulness of all the Blessings of the people of God, it is contained in this, to have the Lord Jehovah to be their Saviour. The fountain and fullness of all the Blessings of the people of God, it is contained in this, to have the Lord Jehovah to be their Saviour. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vhi dt n1 np1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 6
46 All the loving kindnesses, all the Lords bestowings, all his great goodness and merci•s mentioned in ver. 7. they are summ'd up in, All the loving Kindnesses, all the lords bestowings, all his great Goodness and merci•s mentioned in ver. 7. they Are summed up in, d dt vvg n2, d dt n2 n2-vvg, d po31 j n1 cc j vvn p-acp fw-la. crd pns32 vbr vvd a-acp p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 6
47 and made to flow from this one thing in ver. 8. He became their Saviour. Reas. 1. From the Comprehensiveness of Salvation. and made to flow from this one thing in ver. 8. He became their Saviour. Reas. 1. From the Comprehensiveness of Salvation. cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd n1 p-acp fw-la. crd pns31 vvd po32 n1. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 6
48 It contains in it all the good and blessedness of sinners, whether temporal or spiritual, It contains in it all the good and blessedness of Sinners, whither temporal or spiritual, pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 d dt j cc n1 pp-f n2, cs j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 6
49 and that in a way of glorious Redemption from, c•nquest and triumph over, and destruction of whatsoever can be found in opposition, and that in a Way of glorious Redemption from, c•nquest and triumph over, and destruction of whatsoever can be found in opposition, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp, n1 cc n1 a-acp, cc n1 pp-f r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
50 whether by way of demerit, or as an adverse working power. Of Salvation may every poor believing Soul, whither by Way of demerit, or as an adverse working power. Of Salvation may every poor believing Soul, cs p-acp n1 pp-f vvb, cc p-acp dt j j-vvg n1. pp-f n1 vmb d j j-vvg n1, (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
51 or People say, and that in their worst and most distressed estate, All my well-springs are in thee. or People say, and that in their worst and most distressed estate, All my wellsprings Are in thee. cc n1 vvb, cc cst p-acp po32 js cc av-ds j-vvn n1, d po11 n2 vbr p-acp pno21. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 7
52 Reas. 2. From the ••finite Sufficiency of the Ʋndertaker, when the Lord Jehovah is the Saviour, Reas. 2. From the ••finite Sufficiency of the Ʋndertaker, when the Lord Jehovah is the Saviour, np1 crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 np1 vbz dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
53 or undertakes to become the Saviour. Isa. 43. 11. Ʋse 1. Learn we then, that we are to take notice of divine Salvation, or of God as a Saviour, in all that which the Lord hath graciously bestowed upon us his poor people in this Wilderness. or undertakes to become the Saviour. Isaiah 43. 11. Ʋse 1. Learn we then, that we Are to take notice of divine Salvation, or of God as a Saviour, in all that which the Lord hath graciously bestowed upon us his poor people in this Wilderness. cc vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1. np1 crd crd j crd np1 pns12 av, cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d d r-crq dt n1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp pno12 po31 j n1 p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 7
54 Our Churches, our Ordinances, our Liberties and Privileages, our Mercies this day, and unto this day from the beginning, they are streams issuing from this one Fountain-head, Our Churches, our Ordinances, our Liberties and Privileages, our mercies this day, and unto this day from the beginning, they Are streams issuing from this one Fountainhead, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2 cc n2, po12 n2 d n1, cc p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr n2 vvg p-acp d crd n1, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
55 and lines meeting in this Centre, Divine Salvation. We have enjoyed them, and do yet enjoy them in a way of Salvation. and lines meeting in this Centre, Divine Salvation. We have enjoyed them, and do yet enjoy them in a Way of Salvation. cc n2 vvg p-acp d n1, j-jn n1. pns12 vhb vvn pno32, cc vdb av vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
56 Our Liberties and Priviledges they are Redeemed Ransomed Mercies, malign them who will. Our Liberties and Privileges they Are Redeemed Ransomed mercies, malign them who will. po12 n2 cc n2 pns32 vbr j-vvn vvn n2, vvb pno32 r-crq vmb. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
57 The Price, and Power, and Intercession of a Mediator, and of many precious Saints, have given and continued them unto us. The Price, and Power, and Intercession of a Mediator, and of many precious Saints, have given and continued them unto us. dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d j n2, vhb vvn cc vvd pno32 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
58 Many a time have the Archers shot at them, Sins and Enemies, Satan and his Instruments have stood in opposition; Many a time have the Archers shot At them, Sins and Enemies, Satan and his Instruments have stood in opposition; av-d dt n1 vhi dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32, n2 cc n2, np1 cc po31 n2 vhb vvn p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
59 but the Salvation of God hath prevailed, and doth yet prevail: but the Salvation of God hath prevailed, and does yet prevail: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn, cc vdz av vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
60 so that we may make our entrance this day with that triumph of holy Mary, Luke 1. 46, 47. Our souls do magnifie the Lord, so that we may make our Entrance this day with that triumph of holy Marry, Lycia 1. 46, 47. Our Souls do magnify the Lord, av cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f j vvi, av crd crd, crd po12 n2 vdb vvi dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
61 and our spirits do rejoice in God our Saviour. and our spirits do rejoice in God our Saviour. cc po12 n2 vdb vvi p-acp np1 po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 7
62 Ʋse 2. Then let us continue to draw all our waters out of th•se well• of Salvation, the Redeeming grace, Ʋse 2. Then let us continue to draw all our waters out of th•se well• of Salvation, the Redeeming grace, j crd av vvb pno12 vvi p-acp vvb d po12 n2 av pp-f j n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg n1, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
63 and power, and pity, and faithfulness of the Lord our God, as a Saviour to us and with us. and power, and pity, and faithfulness of the Lord our God, as a Saviour to us and with us. cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
64 They are men of use indeed, that have good buckets of Faith and Prayer to let down here. They Are men of use indeed, that have good buckets of Faith and Prayer to let down Here. pns32 vbr n2 pp-f vvb av, cst vhb j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp av. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
65 Of such precious ones let the Governours of Judah say in their hearts, that these shall be their strength, in the Lord of Hosts their God. Of such precious ones let the Governors of Judah say in their hearts, that these shall be their strength, in the Lord of Hosts their God. pp-f d j pi2 vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cst d vmb vbi po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
66 You that can draw hence, spare no labour nor pains. The Well indeed is deep, but the Spirit of God is with you; You that can draw hence, spare no labour nor pains. The Well indeed is deep, but the Spirit of God is with you; pn22 cst vmb vvi av, vvb dx n1 ccx n2. dt av av vbz j-jn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pn22; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
67 and these waters drawn out by a lively constant acting of Faith, will abundantly recompence all our labour. and these waters drawn out by a lively constant acting of Faith, will abundantly recompense all our labour. cc d n2 vvn av p-acp dt j j n-vvg pp-f n1, vmb av-j vvi d po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
68 By these shall the inheritance of the Lord be refreshed when it is weary; By these shall the inheritance of the Lord be refreshed when it is weary; p-acp d vmb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn c-crq pn31 vbz j; (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
69 yea, in due time, they shall •low forth to be unto us a place of broad ••vers and streams, wherein shall go no galley with oa•s, yea, in due time, they shall •low forth to be unto us a place of broad ••vers and streams, wherein shall go no galley with oa•s, uh, p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vvi av pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, c-crq vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp n2, (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
70 nor gallant ship shall pass thereby, even waters of plenty and security to the Lords people. Isa. 33. 21. nor gallant ship shall pass thereby, even waters of plenty and security to the lords people. Isaiah 33. 21. ccx j-jn n1 vmb vvi av, j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. np1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
71 But there are two other Observations from the words which I mainly intend; But there Are two other Observations from the words which I mainly intend; p-acp pc-acp vbr crd j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns11 av-j vvb; (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 8
72 unto which let me speak severally in the Doctrinal part of them, and so joyn them both together in the Application. unto which let me speak severally in the Doctrinal part of them, and so join them both together in the Application. p-acp r-crq vvb pno11 vvi av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, cc av vvb pno32 d av p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 8
73 I. Observ. There is a time and season wherein the Lord tries and proves a people with mercies, I. Observation There is a time and season wherein the Lord tries and Proves a people with Mercies, np1 np1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n2, (4) observation (DIV2) 22 Page 8
74 or with salvation, under his just and righteous Expectations of them, and the promises which he hath made unto himself concerning them. or with salvation, under his just and righteous Expectations of them, and the promises which he hath made unto himself Concerning them. cc p-acp n1, p-acp po31 j cc j n2 pp-f pno32, cc dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31 vvg pno32. (4) observation (DIV2) 22 Page 8
75 This is a speaking of God after the manner of men, and in this way we utter matter of truth concerning him; This is a speaking of God After the manner of men, and in this Way we utter matter of truth Concerning him; d vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1 vvg pno31; (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
76 we speak of him things that are right, though in a way of imperfection as to our manner. As God is said sometimes to will a thing, we speak of him things that Are right, though in a Way of imperfection as to our manner. As God is said sometime to will a thing, pns12 vvb pp-f pno31 n2 cst vbr j-jn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp p-acp po12 n1. p-acp np1 vbz vvn av p-acp vmb dt n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
77 but not according to his Omnipotency, for then it should be most certainly effected: but not according to his Omnipotency, for then it should be most Certainly effected: cc-acp xx vvg p-acp po31 n1, c-acp cs pn31 vmd vbi av-ds av-j vvn: (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
78 so he is said also to expect and look for some things, and to make a promise of them to himself, so he is said also to expect and look for Some things, and to make a promise of them to himself, av pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f pno32 p-acp px31, (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
79 but not according to his infinite unerring Prescience. Thus the Lord saith that he looked for grapes from his vineyard, Isa. 5. 2, 4. and ver. 7. He looked for judgement, but behold oppression; but not according to his infinite unerring Prescience. Thus the Lord Says that he looked for grapes from his vineyard, Isaiah 5. 2, 4. and for. 7. He looked for judgement, but behold oppression; cc-acp xx vvg p-acp po31 j vvg n1. av dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc p-acp. crd pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n1; (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
80 for righteousness, but behold a cry. So Zeph. 3. 7. I said, Surely thou wilt fear me, thou wilt receive instruction: for righteousness, but behold a cry. So Zephaniah 3. 7. I said, Surely thou wilt Fear me, thou wilt receive instruction: p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb dt n1. av np1 crd crd pns11 vvd, av-j pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, pns21 vm2 vvi n1: (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
81 and in that Parable, Matth. 21. 37. They will reverence my son. In this Doctrine there are three things to be spoken to. and in that Parable, Matthew 21. 37. They will Reverence my son. In this Doctrine there Are three things to be spoken to. cc p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1. p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (4) observation (DIV2) 23 Page 8
82 First, The grounds and foundations of these Expectations of God, upon which, or according unto which, he raiseth his hopes and confidences concerning any people, First, The grounds and foundations of these Expectations of God, upon which, or according unto which, he Raiseth his hope's and confidences Concerning any people, ord, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq, cc vvg p-acp r-crq, pns31 vvz po31 n2 cc n2 vvg d n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 25 Page 8
83 so as to say of them, Surely they will be thus, or do thus, as I would have them to be or do. so as to say of them, Surely they will be thus, or do thus, as I would have them to be or do. av c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, av-j pns32 vmb vbi av, cc vdb av, c-acp pns11 vmd vhi pno32 pc-acp vbi cc vdb. (4) observation (DIV2) 25 Page 8
84 Now here there are these five particulars, briefly as the grounds of the Lords Expectations. 1. The special Relation of a people unto God; Now Here there Are these five particulars, briefly as the grounds of the lords Expectations. 1. The special Relation of a people unto God; av av a-acp vbr d crd n2-j, av-j c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n2. crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; (4) observation (DIV2) 25 Page 8
85 or that Covenant-relation whereinto the Lord brings a people that they may be His; Surely they are My people, and then it follows, Children that will not lie. or that Covenant relation whereinto the Lord brings a people that they may be His; Surely they Are My people, and then it follows, Children that will not lie. cc d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi png31; av-j pns32 vbr po11 n1, cc av pn31 vvz, n2 cst vmb xx vvi. (4) observation (DIV2) 26 Page 8
86 The Lord founds his whole Law, in the giving of it to Israel, upon a Preface of Interest in them, Exod. 20. 2. I am the Lord thy God. The Lord founds his Whole Law, in the giving of it to Israel, upon a Preface of Interest in them, Exod 20. 2. I am the Lord thy God. dt n1 vvz po31 j-jn n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1 po21 n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 26 Page 8
87 A Parent expects more from a Childe then from any other, because of the Relation. A Parent expects more from a Child then from any other, Because of the Relation. dt n1 vvz av-dc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp d n-jn, c-acp pp-f dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 26 Page 8
88 Jer. 2. 14. if Israel had been no more then a servant or a home-born slave, the Lord had not expected so great things from him; Jer. 2. 14. if Israel had been no more then a servant or a homeborn slave, the Lord had not expected so great things from him; np1 crd crd cs np1 vhd vbn dx av-dc cs dt n1 cc dt j n1, dt n1 vhd xx vvn av j n2 p-acp pno31; (4) observation (DIV2) 26 Page 8
89 but now being a son, yea a first-born, Exod. 4. 22. this makes the Judgements of God executed upon him for rebellions and backslidings to be, but now being a son, yea a firstborn, Exod 4. 22. this makes the Judgments of God executed upon him for rebellions and backslidings to be, cc-acp av vbg dt n1, uh dt j, np1 crd crd d vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi, (4) observation (DIV2) 26 Page 9
90 though more strange and astonishing, yet most just and righteous. though more strange and astonishing, yet most just and righteous. cs av-dc j cc vvg, av ds j cc j. (4) observation (DIV2) 26 Page 9
91 2. The Extraction of a people, or their descent from such and such Parents and Progenitors; 2. The Extraction of a people, or their descent from such and such Parents and Progenitors; crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp d cc d n2 cc n2; (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
92 when they do not onely stand in relation to God, but are born and grow up into Covenant with him, when they do not only stand in Relation to God, but Are born and grow up into Covenant with him, c-crq pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp vbr vvn cc vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
93 as the seed and posterity of the Lords faithful ones. This is implied in that expression of Children in the Text; as the seed and posterity of the lords faithful ones. This is implied in that expression of Children in the Text; c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 j pi2. d vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
94 it notes not onely their Relation unto God as a Father, but unto pious and religious Parents, the Lords faithful Covenanting Servants. it notes not only their Relation unto God as a Father, but unto pious and religious Parents, the lords faithful Covenanting Servants. pn31 vvz xx av-j po32 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp j cc j n2, dt n2 j j-vvg n2. (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
95 Religious Parentage and Descent is of great moment with the Lord; hence he calls and names his people so often in Scripture from their pious Ancestors. Religious Parentage and Descent is of great moment with the Lord; hence he calls and names his people so often in Scripture from their pious Ancestors. j n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1; av pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 n1 av av p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n2. (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
96 Thus the whole Race is called Jacob and Israel, the seed of Jacob and of Israel, Psal. 22. 23. Isa. 45. 19. the Posterity of Abraham, &c. Covenanting holy Parents, they are a holy Root unto their Seed, Thus the Whole Raze is called Jacob and Israel, the seed of Jacob and of Israel, Psalm 22. 23. Isaiah 45. 19. the Posterity of Abraham, etc. Covenanting holy Parents, they Are a holy Root unto their Seed, av dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn np1 cc np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvg j n2, pns32 vbr dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
97 and the Lord may well expect that the Branches should be answerable unto the Root. and the Lord may well expect that the Branches should be answerable unto the Root. cc dt n1 vmb av vvi cst dt n2 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
98 Hence the Lord solemnly calls upon his people to look to the Rock whence they were hewen, Hence the Lord solemnly calls upon his people to look to the Rock whence they were hewn, av dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
99 and to the hole of the Pit whence they were digged; and to the hold of the Pit whence they were dug; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
100 to look unto Abraham their father, and to Sarah that bare them, Isa. 51. 1, 2. to look unto Abraham their father, and to Sarah that bore them, Isaiah 51. 1, 2. p-acp vvb p-acp np1 po32 n1, cc p-acp np1 cst vvd pno32, np1 crd crd, crd (4) observation (DIV2) 27 Page 9
101 3. The solemn actual Restipulations of a people unto God, whereby they do more explicitly binde themselves, 3. The solemn actual Restipulations of a people unto God, whereby they do more explicitly bind themselves, crd dt j j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vdb av-dc av-j vvi px32, (4) observation (DIV2) 28 Page 9
102 and come under voluntary deliberate Engagements unto God. and come under voluntary deliberate Engagements unto God. cc vvb p-acp j-jn j n2 p-acp np1. (4) observation (DIV2) 28 Page 9
103 When God hath the Vows and Promises, the Hands and Seals, the solemn Covenant-Deeds of a people, When God hath the Vows and Promises, the Hands and Seals, the solemn Covenant-Deeds of a people, c-crq np1 vhz dt n2 cc vvz, dt n2 cc n2, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 28 Page 9
104 now he may well expect that from such a time they will never fail him more, now he may well expect that from such a time they will never fail him more, av pns31 vmb av vvi cst p-acp d dt n1 pns32 vmb av-x vvb pno31 av-dc, (4) observation (DIV2) 28 Page 9
105 but abide faithful and constant. Thus it was with Israel, Jer. 2. 20. Deut. 26. 17. Josh. 24. 21, 22. 4. The Advantages and Priviledges of a people. but abide faithful and constant. Thus it was with Israel, Jer. 2. 20. Deuteronomy 26. 17. Josh. 24. 21, 22. 4. The Advantages and Privileges of a people. cc-acp vvb j cc j. av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 28 Page 9
106 A people in Covenant, are a people of many Advantages, and the Lord builds his Expectations upon these, Rom. 3. 1, 2. & 9. 4, 5. God looked for grapes from his vineyard, Isa. 5. because he had fenced it, and gathered out the stones, A people in Covenant, Are a people of many Advantages, and the Lord builds his Expectations upon these, Rom. 3. 1, 2. & 9. 4, 5. God looked for grapes from his vineyard, Isaiah 5. Because he had fenced it, and gathered out the stones, dt n1 p-acp n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd cc crd crd, crd np1 vvd p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31, cc vvd av dt n2, (4) observation (DIV2) 29 Page 9
107 and built a tower in the midst thereof, and made a wine-press therein, ver. 1, 2. When the rain cometh oft upon the ground, the Husbandman expecteth meet fruit; and good reason, because of this advantage: and built a tower in the midst thereof, and made a winepress therein, ver. 1, 2. When the rain comes oft upon the ground, the Husbandman Expects meet fruit; and good reason, Because of this advantage: cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av, cc vvd dt n1 av, fw-la. crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz j n1; cc j n1, c-acp pp-f d n1: (4) observation (DIV2) 29 Page 9
108 fruitful seasons afforded, make us to expect a plentiful Harvest. If God be not wanting in Ordinances, in sending Messengers one after another, in setting up Lights in the Candlesticks, in holding for•h the Rule unto a people, fruitful seasons afforded, make us to expect a plentiful Harvest. If God be not wanting in Ordinances, in sending Messengers one After Another, in setting up Lights in the Candlesticks, in holding for•h the Rule unto a people, j n2 vvd, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j n1. cs np1 vbb xx vvg p-acp n2, p-acp vvg n2 crd p-acp n-jn, p-acp vvg a-acp n2 p-acp dt n2, p-acp vvg av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 29 Page 10
109 and discovering the Pattern of his house to them, &c. he will certainly expect and require singular things from them: and discovering the Pattern of his house to them, etc. he will Certainly expect and require singular things from them: cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, av pns31 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi j n2 p-acp pno32: (4) observation (DIV2) 29 Page 10
110 for unto whom much is given, from them shall much be required, Luk. 12. 48. Psal. 147. 19. 20. Mat. 11. 20, 21, &c. 5. The primitive Constitution of a people, and their first wayes of walking with God according unto such a Constitution. for unto whom much is given, from them shall much be required, Luk. 12. 48. Psalm 147. 19. 20. Mathew 11. 20, 21, etc. 5. The primitive Constitution of a people, and their First ways of walking with God according unto such a Constitution. p-acp p-acp ro-crq d vbz vvn, p-acp pno32 vmb d vbi vvn, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, av crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 ord n2 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 vvg p-acp d dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 29 Page 10
111 When God made man at first, he made him upright; when God doth in a more then ordinary way of Providence form a people, and settle them to be a people to himself, there is ever that which is eminent in the primitive frame of things amongst them, which God expects that they should keep to, and never make defection from. When God made man At First, he made him upright; when God does in a more then ordinary Way of Providence from a people, and settle them to be a people to himself, there is ever that which is eminent in the primitive frame of things among them, which God expects that they should keep to, and never make defection from. c-crq np1 vvd n1 p-acp ord, pns31 vvd pno31 av-j; c-crq np1 vdz p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp px31, pc-acp vbz av cst r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq np1 vvz cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp, cc av-x vvb n1 p-acp. (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
112 Thus God speaks of his Vineyard, Isa. 5. 2. it was planted with the choic•st vine. So Jer. 2. 21. Yet I planted thee a noble vine, wholly a right seed. Thus God speaks of his Vineyard, Isaiah 5. 2. it was planted with the choic•st vine. So Jer. 2. 21. Yet I planted thee a noble vine, wholly a right seed. av np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt vvd n1. av np1 crd crd av pns11 vvd pno21 dt j n1, av-jn dt n-jn n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
113 Thus also God speaks of Judges as at the first, and Counsellors as at the beginning, Isa. 1. 26. David had his first wayes, 2 Chron. 17. 3. and so Churches have their first wayes, Thus also God speaks of Judges as At the First, and Counsellors as At the beginning, Isaiah 1. 26. David had his First ways, 2 Chronicles 17. 3. and so Churches have their First ways, av av np1 vvz pp-f n2 a-acp p-acp dt ord, cc n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vhd po31 ord n2, crd np1 crd crd cc av n2 vhb po32 ord n2, (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
114 when they newly come out of the forming hand of God: when they newly come out of the forming hand of God: c-crq pns32 av-j vvb av pp-f dt vvg n1 pp-f np1: (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
115 Now the Lord expresseth not onely great disappointment, when these first wayes are neglected, or quite altered and cast off, Now the Lord Expresses not only great disappointment, when these First ways Are neglected, or quite altered and cast off, av dt n1 vvz xx av-j j n1, c-crq d ord n2 vbr vvn, cc av vvn cc vvd a-acp, (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
116 as Jer. 2. 21. How then art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange vine unto me? but great displeasure also, as Jer. 2. 21. How then art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange vine unto me? but great displeasure also, c-acp np1 crd crd c-crq av vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno11? p-acp j n1 av, (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
117 and threats of punishment, Rev. 2. 4, 5. hence are those cutting Interrogatories, Gal. 3. 1, 2, 3, 4. and Treats of punishment, Rev. 2. 4, 5. hence Are those cutting Interrogatories, Gal. 3. 1, 2, 3, 4. cc n2 pp-f n1, n1 crd crd, crd av vbr d j-vvg n2-jn, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd (4) observation (DIV2) 30 Page 10
118 Secondly, A second thing in this Doctrine is, The nature and tenour of this dispensation of God, to try and prove a people with Mercies and Salvation under his just Expectations of them, and promises concerning them. Secondly, A second thing in this Doctrine is, The nature and tenor of this Dispensation of God, to try and prove a people with mercies and Salvation under his just Expectations of them, and promises Concerning them. ord, dt ord n1 p-acp d n1 vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n1 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f pno32, cc n2 vvg pno32. (4) observation (DIV2) 31 Page 10
119 This we may take in three particulars. This we may take in three particulars. np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2-j. (4) observation (DIV2) 31 Page 10
120 1. When the Lord enters into Covenant with any people, this Covenant of his is a Covenant with Conditions. 1. When the Lord enters into Covenant with any people, this Covenant of his is a Covenant with Conditions. crd c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, d n1 pp-f png31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n2. (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 10
121 Foedus est promiss•• sub certâ conditione. Hence there are the Laws, as well as the Promises of the Covenant. Foedus est promiss•• sub certâ condition. Hence there Are the Laws, as well as the Promises of the Covenant. np1 fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la n1. av a-acp vbr dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 10
122 As the Lord obligeth himself to us, so he requires something from us, and thus the Commandments & Statutes of God are frequently called his Covenant, Exod. 34. 28. Deut. 4. 13. The Lord doth not binde himself but upon terms to any people. As the Lord obliges himself to us, so he requires something from us, and thus the commandments & Statutes of God Are frequently called his Covenant, Exod 34. 28. Deuteronomy 4. 13. The Lord does not bind himself but upon terms to any people. p-acp dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp pno12, av pns31 vvz pi p-acp pno12, cc av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-j vvn po31 n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vdz xx vvi px31 cc-acp p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 10
123 In the purely spiritual Covenant, establish'd with Believers onely, as there are the Laws of it, 1 Cor 9. 21. so there is a sufficiency of grace provided, In the purely spiritual Covenant, established with Believers only, as there Are the Laws of it, 1 Cor 9. 21. so there is a sufficiency of grace provided, p-acp dt av-j j n1, vvd p-acp n2 av-j, c-acp a-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f pn31, vvn np1 crd crd av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 10
124 and absolutely engaged, that there may be a performance and obedience unto the end, and so that Covenant can never be made void or disannulled to any that are ever brought into the bond thereof, Jer. 31. 31, 32, 33, 34. & 32. 20. But as to that external political Covenant, which takes in A Body of People, here there is no such engagement of grace sufficient, infallibly to be bestowed for the keeping of the same; and absolutely engaged, that there may be a performance and Obedience unto the end, and so that Covenant can never be made void or Disannulled to any that Are ever brought into the bound thereof, Jer. 31. 31, 32, 33, 34. & 32. 20. But as to that external political Covenant, which Takes in A Body of People, Here there is no such engagement of grace sufficient, infallibly to be bestowed for the keeping of the same; cc av-j vvn, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av d n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn j cc vvd p-acp d cst vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cc crd crd cc-acp c-acp p-acp cst j j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pc-acp vbz dx d n1 pp-f n1 j, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt d; (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 11
125 and therefore it may be and is most frequently broken and made void. God threatens to remove the Candlestick, Rev. 2. 5. and often hath he done it. and Therefore it may be and is most frequently broken and made void. God threatens to remove the Candlestick, Rev. 2. 5. and often hath he done it. cc av pn31 vmb vbi cc vbz av-ds av-j vvn cc vvn j. np1 vvz p-acp vvb dt n1, n1 crd crd cc av vhz pns31 vdn pn31. (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 11
126 Israel and Judah were in the issue cast off, for breaking the Lords Covenant. Israel and Judah were in the issue cast off, for breaking the lords Covenant. np1 cc np1 vbdr p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp, p-acp vvg dt n2 n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 32 Page 11
127 2. God never is, nor can he be the first that fails in his Covenant with a people. 2. God never is, nor can he be the First that fails in his Covenant with a people. crd np1 av-x vbz, ccx vmb pns31 vbb dt ord cst vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 33 Page 11
128 Their desertion or dereliction never begins with God, but themselves, Hos. 13. 9. You know the common and stated Rule in this case. Their desertion or dereliction never begins with God, but themselves, Hos. 13. 9. You know the Common and stated Rule in this case. po32 n1 cc n1 av-x vvz p-acp np1, cc-acp px32, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb dt j cc j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 33 Page 11
129 Acts of pure Dominion and Soveraignty they begin with God, & proceed wholly from him, Rom. 9. 11, 12, 13. but acts of Justice must have the demerit of the creature to be founded upon; Acts of pure Dominion and Sovereignty they begin with God, & proceed wholly from him, Rom. 9. 11, 12, 13. but acts of justice must have the demerit of the creature to be founded upon; np1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvb av-jn p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (4) observation (DIV2) 33 Page 11
130 such is Gods forsaking of a people, Jer. 2. 17. 2 Chron. 15. 2. 3. Hence there is a Probation-time belonging to the Covenant-state of a people. such is God's forsaking of a people, Jer. 2. 17. 2 Chronicles 15. 2. 3. Hence there is a Probation time belonging to the Covenant state of a people. d vbz n2 vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd crd av pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 33 Page 11
131 The Lord will make a triall whether they will keep and be stedfast in his Covenant, yea or no. The Lord will make a trial whither they will keep and be steadfast in his Covenant, yea or no. dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 cs pns32 vmb vvi cc vbi j p-acp po31 n1, uh cc uh-dx. (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
132 He will not fail on his part, but he will be that unto a people which he hath engaged himself •• be by Covenant; He will nourish and cherish, He will instruct and teach, He will save and shine upon a people, He will not fail on his part, but he will be that unto a people which he hath engaged himself •• be by Covenant; He will nourish and cherish, He will instruct and teach, He will save and shine upon a people, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi d p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn px31 •• vbi p-acp n1; pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
133 and keep the path of a gracious Covenant, without turning aside from the same, and in such a course and way as this he will make a full proof and trial of them. and keep the path of a gracious Covenant, without turning aside from the same, and in such a course and Way as this he will make a full proof and trial of them. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvg av p-acp dt d, cc p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
134 He will afflict in mercy whilest his hopes of them continue; He will bring many special hours of temptation upon them one way or another; He will afflict in mercy whilst his hope's of them continue; He will bring many special hours of temptation upon them one Way or Another; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cs po31 n2 pp-f pno32 vvi; pns31 vmb vvi d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 crd n1 cc j-jn; (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
135 He will nourish and keep up his hopes and expectations as long as may be, untill he hath a full proof of them; He will nourish and keep up his hope's and Expectations as long as may be, until he hath a full proof of them; pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp po31 n2 cc n2 c-acp av-j c-acp vmb vbi, c-acp pns31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f pno32; (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
136 and now if they fail him, there is a critical season of altering and changing the course and way of his Providences towards them. and now if they fail him, there is a critical season of altering and changing the course and Way of his Providences towards them. cc av cs pns32 vvb pno31, a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp pno32. (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
137 From such an hour, or day, or year, is such a person or people forsaken of God; From such an hour, or day, or year, is such a person or people forsaken of God; p-acp d dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbz d dt n1 cc n1 vvn pp-f np1; (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
138 Probation-time ceaseth, and blinding, hardning, ruining time comes in the room of it: Luk. 19. 42. O that thou hadst known! Probation time ceases, and blinding, hardening, ruining time comes in the room of it: Luk. 19. 42. Oh that thou Hadst known! n1 vvz, cc vvg, vvg, vvg n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: np1 crd crd uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn! (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
139 but now they are hid from thine eyes. but now they Are hid from thine eyes. cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po21 n2. (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
140 Jer. 6. 27, 28, 29, 30. Reprobate silver shall men call them, for the Lord hath rejected them. Jer. 6. 27, 28, 29, 30. Reprobate silver shall men call them, for the Lord hath rejected them. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd j-jn n1 vmb n2 vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno32. (4) observation (DIV2) 34 Page 11
141 Thirdly, The third thing is the Reason, which shall be onely this one. Thirdly, The third thing is the Reason, which shall be only this one. ord, dt ord n1 vbz dt n1, r-crq vmb vbi av-j d pi. (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 11
142 Because in such a way as this the Lord doth wonderfully glorifie the wisdome, and sweetness, Because in such a Way as this the Lord does wonderfully Glorify the Wisdom, and sweetness, p-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d dt n1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1, cc n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
143 and righteousness of his Administration and Government. and righteousness of his Administration and Government. cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
144 The Cords of such a dispensation are the cords of a man, Hos. 11. 4. The Lord acts towards us in a sutable way, The Cords of such a Dispensation Are the cords of a man, Hos. 11. 4. The Lord acts towards us in a suitable Way, dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
145 as we are intelligent creatures, made after the image of God, capable of judging and discerning the Reason and Equity of things, as we Are intelligent creatures, made After the image of God, capable of judging and discerning the Reason and Equity of things, c-acp pns12 vbr j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
146 and of arguing one thing from another, and choosing and preferring one thing before another. As to his El•ct, the Lord reacheth their Souls with effectual grace in this way: and of arguing one thing from Another, and choosing and preferring one thing before Another. As to his El•ct, the Lord reaches their Souls with effectual grace in this Way: cc pp-f vvg pi n1 p-acp j-jn, cc vvg cc vvg crd n1 p-acp j-jn. c-acp p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1: (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
147 As to others, the Wisdome and Justice and Holiness of God, shine forth in their hardning and preparation beforehand to destruction. As to Others, the Wisdom and justice and Holiness of God, shine forth in their hardening and preparation beforehand to destruction. a-acp p-acp n2-jn, dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvb av p-acp po32 n-vvg cc n1 av p-acp n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
148 This is a way wherein there can be no exception laid against the Lord by any, This is a Way wherein there can be no exception laid against the Lord by any, d vbz dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
149 but he alone shall overcome in judgement. but he alone shall overcome in judgement. cc-acp pns31 av-j vmb vvi p-acp n1. (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
150 When the Lord shall triumph most in the ut•er ruine of a gainsaying, backsliding, despising people, When the Lord shall triumph most in the ut•er ruin of a gainsaying, backsliding, despising people, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av-ds p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n-vvg, vvg, vvg n1, (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
151 yet he shall also retain the name and glory of a gracious and mercifull God, yet he shall also retain the name and glory of a gracious and merciful God, av pns31 vmb av vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1, (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
152 because He often would have gathered Jerusalem, Matth. 23. 37. and there was nothing more to be done to his vineyard which he did not do, Isa. 5. 4. Because He often would have gathered Jerusalem, Matthew 23. 37. and there was nothing more to be done to his vineyard which he did not do, Isaiah 5. 4. c-acp pns31 av vmd vhi vvn np1, np1 crd crd cc a-acp vbds pix av-dc pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vdd xx vdi, np1 crd crd (4) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
153 II. Observ. The Lords great Expectation of his people, and the promise which he makes to himself concerning them, is principal•y this, That they will be children that will not lie, II Observation The lords great Expectation of his people, and the promise which he makes to himself Concerning them, is principal•y this, That they will be children that will not lie, crd np1 dt n2 j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31 vvg pno32, vbz av-j d, cst pns32 vmb vbi n2 cst vmb xx vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
154 and so he becomes their Saviour. and so he becomes their Saviour. cc av pns31 vvz po32 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 35 Page 12
155 That which the Lord doth chiefly desire and require in and from his people, that he doth chiefly expect and promise to himself: That which the Lord does chiefly desire and require in and from his people, that he does chiefly expect and promise to himself: cst r-crq dt n1 vdz av-jn vvi cc vvb p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vdz av-jn vvi cc vvi p-acp px31: (5) observation (DIV2) 36 Page 12
156 That which he most abhors and abominates, he least of all expects from them that are his. That which he most abhors and abominates, he least of all expects from them that Are his. cst r-crq pns31 av-ds vvz cc vvz, pns31 ds pp-f d vvz p-acp pno32 cst vbr po31. (5) observation (DIV2) 36 Page 12
157 Now Truth is that which the Lord desires, Psal. 51. 6. but the Lie is that which he hates, Prov. 6. 17 & 12. 22. Isa. 30. 8, 9. Now Truth is that which the Lord Desires, Psalm 51. 6. but the Lie is that which he hates, Curae 6. 17 & 12. 22. Isaiah 30. 8, 9. av n1 vbz d r-crq dt n1 n2, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd crd cc crd crd np1 crd crd, crd (5) observation (DIV2) 36 Page 12
158 What is it to be children that will not lie? The general meaning of this expression hath been already given. What is it to be children that will not lie? The general meaning of this expression hath been already given. q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi n2 cst vmb xx vvi? dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vbn av vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 37 Page 12
159 Such as are lying children, they are also styled corrupters, Isa. 1. 4. unstedfast ones, flatterers, whose hearts are not right, who keep not the Lords Covenant, Psal. 78. 10, 36, 37. Treacherous dealers, Hos. 6. 7. A deceitful bow, Turners back, &c. Psal. 78. 57. Hos. 7. 16. By the contrary unto these we may know what it is not to Lie. Such as Are lying children, they Are also styled corrupters, Isaiah 1. 4. unsteadfast ones, Flatterers, whose hearts Are not right, who keep not the lords Covenant, Psalm 78. 10, 36, 37. Treacherous dealers, Hos. 6. 7. A deceitful bow, Turners back, etc. Psalm 78. 57. Hos. 7. 16. By the contrary unto these we may know what it is not to Lie. d c-acp vbr vvg n2, pns32 vbr av vvn n2, np1 crd crd j pi2, n2, rg-crq n2 vbr xx j-jn, r-crq vvb xx dt n2 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd j n2, np1 crd crd dt j n1, ng1 n1, av np1 crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt j-jn p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 38 Page 12
160 Thus we reade of faithful children, Tit. 1. 6. the Generation of the just or Righteous, Psal. 14. 5. such whose hearts are not turned back, and whose st•ps do not decline, Ps. 44. 18. More particularly there are these six things that the Lord requires from a Covenanting people, that this Lie may not be charged upon them. Thus we read of faithful children, Tit. 1. 6. the Generation of the just or Righteous, Psalm 14. 5. such whose hearts Are not turned back, and whose st•ps do not decline, Ps. 44. 18. More particularly there Are these six things that the Lord requires from a Covenanting people, that this Lie may not be charged upon them. av pns12 vvb pp-f j n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j, np1 crd crd d rg-crq n2 vbr xx vvn av, cc rg-crq n2 vdb xx vvi, np1 crd crd av-dc av-j pc-acp vbr d crd n2 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cst d n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (5) observation (DIV2) 38 Page 12
161 1. Purity of Doctrine and Worship. 1. Purity of Doctrine and Worship. crd n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 40 Page 13
162 Mixtures and corruptions in these are expresly called a Lie in Scripture-phrase, Hos. 11. 12. Ephraim compasseth me about with Lies; i. e. with false Worship. Mixtures and corruptions in these Are expressly called a Lie in Scripture phrase, Hos. 11. 12. Ephraim Compasseth me about with Lies; i. e. with false Worship. n2 cc n2 p-acp d vbr av-j vvn dt vvb p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvz pno11 a-acp p-acp vvz; sy. sy. p-acp j n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 40 Page 13
163 Antichristianism is therefore called a Lie, 2 Thess. 2. 11. because it is a mixture of false Doctrines, and false Worship. There are the lies of Errour and Heresie, and the lies of Superstition and Idolatry; the Lord in his Covenant engageth his people against both. There is no Errour in Doctrine, Antichristianism is Therefore called a Lie, 2 Thess 2. 11. Because it is a mixture of false Doctrines, and false Worship. There Are the lies of Error and Heresy, and the lies of Superstition and Idolatry; the Lord in his Covenant engageth his people against both. There is no Error in Doctrine, np1 vbz av vvn dt vvb, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc j n1. pc-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp av-d. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 40 Page 13
164 or in Worship and Ordinances, but it tends some way or other to alter, pervert, and corrupt the Lords Covenant with his people. or in Worship and Ordinances, but it tends Some Way or other to altar, pervert, and corrupt the lords Covenant with his people. cc p-acp n1 cc n2, cc-acp pn31 vvz d n1 cc n-jn p-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 40 Page 13
165 By this we are to judge of the danger of Errours and erroneous practices, and answerably to watch against the infection of them. By this we Are to judge of the danger of Errors and erroneous practices, and answerably to watch against the infection of them. p-acp d pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2, cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (5) observation (DIV2) 40 Page 13
166 2. Inward heart sincerity, or Covenant truth within, Psa. 51. 6. Rom. 2. 29. Prov. 3. 1, 3. This the Lord hath promised, Deut. 30. 6. Jer. 31. 33. and calls for, Deut. 10. 16. Jer. 4. 4. and bitterly complains for the want of, Isa. 29. 13. Hypocrisie is a Lie, yea a fountain of Lies. 2. Inward heart sincerity, or Covenant truth within, Psa. 51. 6. Rom. 2. 29. Curae 3. 1, 3. This the Lord hath promised, Deuteronomy 30. 6. Jer. 31. 33. and calls for, Deuteronomy 10. 16. Jer. 4. 4. and bitterly complains for the want of, Isaiah 29. 13. Hypocrisy is a Lie, yea a fountain of Lies. crd j n1 n1, cc n1 n1 a-acp, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 dt n1 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc vvz p-acp, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f, np1 crd crd n1 vbz dt n1, uh dt n1 pp-f vvz. (5) observation (DIV2) 41 Page 13
167 A company of formal custome-born Christians, what are they but an heap of Lies in the sight and esteem of God. A company of formal custome-born Christians, what Are they but an heap of Lies in the sighed and esteem of God. dt n1 pp-f j j np1, r-crq vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 41 Page 13
168 Now this inward heart sincerity it consists in Right principles, 1 Tim. 1. 5. Right aims and ends, Mat. 6. 22. and a Right dependance or trust, Isa. 26. 3, 4. as a mans trust, dependance and shelter is, Now this inward heart sincerity it consists in Right principles, 1 Tim. 1. 5. Right aims and ends, Mathew 6. 22. and a Right dependence or trust, Isaiah 26. 3, 4. as a men trust, dependence and shelter is, av d j n1 n1 pn31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2, vvn np1 crd crd av-jn n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd cc dt j-jn n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt ng1 n1, n1 cc n1 vbz, (5) observation (DIV2) 41 Page 13
169 so is his uprightness and sincerity. Such as have lying Refuges are lying children. 3. A conversation flowing from and suiting with truth and sincerity within. so is his uprightness and sincerity. Such as have lying Refuges Are lying children. 3. A Conversation flowing from and suiting with truth and sincerity within. av vbz po31 n1 cc n1. d c-acp vhb vvg n2 vbr vvg n2. crd dt n1 vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 a-acp. (5) observation (DIV2) 41 Page 13
170 That the power and life of practical godliness should be entertained into the whole of our course and way before the Lord. That the power and life of practical godliness should be entertained into the Whole of our course and Way before the Lord. cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 42 Page 13
171 To fail in this is to lie loudly, 1 Joh. 2. 4. & 4. 20. 4. A visible and open profession and holding forth of, and witness-bearing to the truths & wayes of God before the world, Rom. 10. 10. David did not onely hide the word in his heart; To fail in this is to lie loudly, 1 John 2. 4. & 4. 20. 4. A visible and open profession and holding forth of, and Witnessbearing to the truths & ways of God before the world, Rom. 10. 10. David did not only hide the word in his heart; p-acp vvi p-acp d vbz p-acp vvb av-j, vvn np1 crd crd cc crd crd crd dt j cc j n1 cc vvg av pp-f, cc j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 42 Page 13
172 but, saith he, with my lips have I declared all the judgements of thy mouth, Psal. 119. 11, 13. The Lord Jesus witnessed a good confession, 1 Tim. 6. 13. and herein we must also follow him, that we may be true and faithful unto God. but, Says he, with my lips have I declared all the Judgments of thy Mouth, Psalm 119. 11, 13. The Lord jesus witnessed a good Confessi, 1 Tim. 6. 13. and herein we must also follow him, that we may be true and faithful unto God. p-acp, vvz pns31, p-acp po11 n2 vhb pns11 vvn d dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 np1 vvd dt j n1, vvn np1 crd crd cc av pns12 vmb av vvi pno31, cst pns12 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 13
173 The danger in this matter will not excuse us from the duty. There were an hundred forty and four thousand, Rev. 14. 1. that had the Fathers name written in their foreheads, they did not conceal nor hide themselves. The danger in this matter will not excuse us from the duty. There were an hundred forty and four thousand, Rev. 14. 1. that had the Father's name written in their foreheads, they did not conceal nor hide themselves. dt n1 p-acp d n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1. a-acp vbdr dt crd crd cc crd crd, n1 crd crd cst vhd dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vdd xx vvi ccx vvb px32. (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 13
174 Hence Gods faithful ones during the whole reign of Antichrist are styled the Lords witnesses. They are such as have their Banner of witness displayed, notwithstanding all the bloody rage of Antichrist. Hence God's faithful ones during the Whole Reign of Antichrist Are styled the lords Witnesses. They Are such as have their Banner of witness displayed, notwithstanding all the bloody rage of Antichrist. av npg1 j pi2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn dt n2 n2. pns32 vbr d c-acp vhb po32 n1 pp-f n1 vvn, p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 14
175 To deny the name of Christ, or to wave the publick owning of truths and wayes which the Lord Jesus owns and contends for, this is to be Lying children, To deny the name of christ, or to wave the public owning of truths and ways which the Lord jesus owns and contends for, this is to be Lying children, p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j vvg pp-f n2 cc n2 r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz cc vvz p-acp, d vbz pc-acp vbi vvg n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 14
176 and dreadful will be the issue, if the word of Christ be true, Mat. 10. 32, 33. Mar. 8. 38. Many cases there are in this matter not here to be touched upon, and dreadful will be the issue, if the word of christ be true, Mathew 10. 32, 33. Mar. 8. 38. Many cases there Are in this matter not Here to be touched upon, cc j vmb vbi dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb j, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd av-d n2 pc-acp vbr p-acp d n1 xx av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 14
177 but if we be the Lords, and he have any delight in us, we shall not fail in the main of this duty. but if we be the lords, and he have any delight in us, we shall not fail in the main of this duty. cc-acp cs pns12 vbb dt n2, cc pns31 vhb d n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j pp-f d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 14
178 The Church of Christ hath ever had this visibility of a witness in her confession of the truths of Christ, The Church of christ hath ever had this visibility of a witness in her Confessi of the truths of christ, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vhn d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 14
179 and opposition unto the lies of Antichrist, 1 Tim. 3. 15. 5. Special fidelity answerable unto special trust committed. and opposition unto the lies of Antichrist, 1 Tim. 3. 15. 5. Special Fidis answerable unto special trust committed. cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd crd j n1 j p-acp j n1 vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 43 Page 14
180 As the Lord Jesus is the one great Steward, whom the Father hath set up and appointed over all; As the Lord jesus is the one great Steward, whom the Father hath Set up and appointed over all; p-acp dt n1 np1 vbz dt pi j n1, ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp d; (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
181 so there are many inferiour subservient Stewards under him. Some are Stewards in higher, some in inferiour Ranks and capacities. so there Are many inferior subservient Stewards under him. some Are Stewards in higher, Some in inferior Ranks and capacities. av a-acp vbr d j-jn fw-fr ng1 p-acp pno31. d vbr n2 p-acp jc, d p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
182 There are diversities of gifts which are dispensed, unto some eminency of parts and natural abilities, unto some the wealth of this world, unto some a large and swaying interest in the Many, unto some Authority and Office. Now all these gifts they are Talents as well as Gifts; Gifts as freely bestowed and received, Talents in respect of the end wherefore they are bestowed, viz. that they may be improved, There Are diversities of Gifts which Are dispensed, unto Some eminency of parts and natural abilities, unto Some the wealth of this world, unto Some a large and swaying Interest in the Many, unto Some authority and Office. Now all these Gifts they Are Talents as well as Gifts; Gifts as freely bestowed and received, Talents in respect of the end Wherefore they Are bestowed, viz. that they may be improved, pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr vvn, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d dt j cc vvg n1 p-acp dt d, p-acp d n1 cc n1. av d d n2 pns32 vbr n2 c-acp av c-acp n2; n2 p-acp av-j vvn cc vvn, n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
183 and an account given of them. and an account given of them. cc dt n1 vvn pp-f pno32. (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
184 To betray a mans trust, or not to improve his Talent, is to lie and deal falsly, To betray a men trust, or not to improve his Talon, is to lie and deal falsely, p-acp vvi dt ng1 vvb, cc xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j, (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
185 for of a Steward it is required that he be faithful, 1 Cor. 4. 2. As every one hath received the gift, for of a Steward it is required that he be faithful, 1 Cor. 4. 2. As every one hath received the gift, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vbb j, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp d pi vhz vvn dt n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
186 so we are to minister the same as good stewards of the manifold grace of God, 1 Pet. 4. 10. All the Lords people are to be faithful in whatsoever trust is committed unto them, so we Are to minister the same as good Stewards of the manifold grace of God, 1 Pet. 4. 10. All the lords people Are to be faithful in whatsoever trust is committed unto them, av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd crd av-d dt n2 n1 vbr pc-acp vbi j p-acp r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
187 and in special Magistrates and Rulers, and so also Ministers that are Stewards in the House of God, 1 Cor. 4. 1. Luke 12. 42, 43, 44. 6. Stedfastness and constancy; perseverence and holding out, and that in a way of fellowship and Communion with the people of God, Heb. 10. 23, 24, 25. Backsliding children are lying children. and in special Magistrates and Rulers, and so also Ministers that Are Stewards in the House of God, 1 Cor. 4. 1. Lycia 12. 42, 43, 44. 6. Steadfastness and constancy; perseverence and holding out, and that in a Way of fellowship and Communion with the people of God, Hebrew 10. 23, 24, 25. Backsliding children Are lying children. cc p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc av av n2 cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd av crd crd, crd, crd crd n1 cc n1; n1 cc vvg av, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvg n2 vbr vvg n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 44 Page 14
188 To begin well, but not to hold out, not to maintain our integrity, purity, fellowship, faithfulness unto the death, this is breach of Covenant, To begin well, but not to hold out, not to maintain our integrity, purity, fellowship, faithfulness unto the death, this is breach of Covenant, p-acp vvi av, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi av, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1, n1, n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbz n1 pp-f n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 45 Page 14
189 and to belie the Lord and his wayes, Jer. 2. 5. Gal. 5. 7, 8, 9. Coloss. 2. 6, 7. 2 Pet. 3. 17, 18. and to belie the Lord and his ways, Jer. 2. 5. Gal. 5. 7, 8, 9. Coloss. 2. 6, 7. 2 Pet. 3. 17, 18. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc po31 n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd (5) observation (DIV2) 45 Page 15
190 How is it said in the Doctrine, That so the Lord is, or becomes the Saviour of his people? How is it said in the Doctrine, That so the Lord is, or becomes the Saviour of his people? c-crq vbz pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst av dt n1 vbz, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? (5) observation (DIV2) 46 Page 15
191 1. There is nothing of Merit implied in it. 1. There is nothing of Merit implied in it. crd pc-acp vbz pix pp-f vvb vvn p-acp pn31. (5) observation (DIV2) 47 Page 15
192 2. There is no barre put unto the Lords proceeding sometime with his people upon terms of Soveraignty and Prerogative, in the dispensations of his grace and mercy, 2. There is no bar put unto the lords proceeding sometime with his people upon terms of Sovereignty and Prerogative, in the dispensations of his grace and mercy, crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 vvg av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 48 Page 15
193 as Isa. 57 17, 18, 19. 3. It is to be understood of the Lords ordinary way of dealing with his people. as Isaiah 57 17, 18, 19. 3. It is to be understood of the lords ordinary Way of dealing with his people. c-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n2 j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 48 Page 15
194 It would be horrible presumption in us to expect and promise to our selves Salvation in any contrary way; It would be horrible presumption in us to expect and promise to our selves Salvation in any contrary Way; pn31 vmd vbi j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2 n1 p-acp d j-jn n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 49 Page 15
195 but in this way of fidelity and faithfulness, it would be a sinfull despondency not to hope, but in this Way of Fidis and faithfulness, it would be a sinful despondency not to hope, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 49 Page 15
196 and expect it upon terms of free-grace. and expect it upon terms of Free grace. cc vvb pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 49 Page 15
197 Reas. 1. Because our fidelity and uprightness doth now exactly answer the fidelity and uprightness of God in the Covenant. Reas. 1. Because our Fidis and uprightness does now exactly answer the Fidis and uprightness of God in the Covenant. np1 crd p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 vdz av av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 50 Page 15
198 Our truth doth fitly answer Gods truth and Covenant-All-sufficiency, Gen. 17. 1. Reas. 2. Because when the Lords people prove thus, Children that will not lie, now they are his peculiar Glory. Our truth does fitly answer God's truth and Covenant-All-sufficiency, Gen. 17. 1. Reas. 2. Because when the lords people prove thus, Children that will not lie, now they Are his peculiar Glory. po12 n1 vdz av-j vvi npg1 n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd p-acp c-crq dt n2 n1 vvi av, n2 cst vmb xx vvi, av pns32 vbr po31 j n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 50 Page 15
199 The Lord may and doth in this case make his boast of, and glory in his people, Job 1. 8. If those who have Covenanted with God, deal falsly in his Covenant, The Lord may and does in this case make his boast of, and glory in his people, Job 1. 8. If those who have Covenanted with God, deal falsely in his Covenant, dt n1 vmb cc vdz p-acp d n1 vvi po31 n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd crd cs d r-crq vhb vvn p-acp np1, vvb av-j p-acp po31 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 51 Page 15
200 and prove Liars unto him, now they stain the glory of God, reproach and pollute his Name; and prove Liars unto him, now they stain the glory of God, reproach and pollute his Name; cc vvi n2 p-acp pno31, av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc vvi po31 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 51 Page 15
201 but if they maintain their integrity, continue faithful and upright, now they are a Name and a Praise to him; but if they maintain their integrity, continue faithful and upright, now they Are a Name and a Praise to him; cc-acp cs pns32 vvb po32 n1, vvb j cc j, av pns32 vbr dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno31; (5) observation (DIV2) 51 Page 15
202 and for Israel his glory will the Lord place salvation in Zion, Isa. 46. 13. Ʋpon all the glory there shall be a defence, Isa. 4. 5. With the upright the Lord will shew himself upright, 2 Sam. 22. 26. Reas. 3. Because this is the Aim, and shall be the final Issue of all the providential dispensations of God towards his people, to make them to be such children as will not lie. and for Israel his glory will the Lord place salvation in Zion, Isaiah 46. 13. Ʋpon all the glory there shall be a defence, Isaiah 4. 5. With the upright the Lord will show himself upright, 2 Sam. 22. 26. Reas. 3. Because this is the Aim, and shall be the final Issue of all the providential dispensations of God towards his people, to make them to be such children as will not lie. cc p-acp np1 po31 n1 vmb dt n1 n1 n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd av av-d dt n1 pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt j dt n1 vmb vvi px31 av-j, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd p-acp d vbz dt n1, cc vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi d n2 c-acp vmb xx vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 51 Page 15
203 The Lord will never cease working, afflicting, sifting, purging, till he bring his people to be of this frame, although there be but a Remnant that wi•l endure and hold out thereunto, Zeph. 3. 13. Jer. 31. 23. Isa. 1. 25, 26, 27. Rev. 21. 27. The Application. The Lord will never cease working, afflicting, sifting, purging, till he bring his people to be of this frame, although there be but a Remnant that wi•l endure and hold out thereunto, Zephaniah 3. 13. Jer. 31. 23. Isaiah 1. 25, 26, 27. Rev. 21. 27. The Application. dt n1 vmb av-x vvi vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, c-acp pns31 vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f d vvi, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi cc vvi av av, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd n1 crd crd dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 52 Page 15
204 And here I shall consider that the words of the Text are spoken concerning a People, even the Body of a Nation; And Here I shall Consider that the words of the Text Are spoken Concerning a People, even the Body of a nation; cc av pns11 vmb vvi cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn vvg dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 15
205 and so my endeavour shall be to apply the Truths delivered, unto this present Assembly standing before the Lord this day as the Body of this People: Such in several respects is the Capacity of this solemn Congregation, and so my endeavour shall be to apply the Truths Delivered, unto this present Assembly standing before the Lord this day as the Body of this People: Such in several respects is the Capacity of this solemn Congregation, cc av po11 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvn, p-acp d j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: d p-acp j n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
206 and unto you as such, my desire is to speak in the Name of the Lord. and unto you as such, my desire is to speak in the Name of the Lord. cc p-acp pn22 p-acp d, po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
207 For many a day and year, even from our first beginnings hath this word of the Lord been verified concerning us in this Wilderness; For many a day and year, even from our First beginnings hath this word of the Lord been verified Concerning us in this Wilderness; p-acp d dt n1 cc n1, av p-acp po12 ord n2 vhz d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbn vvn vvg pno12 p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
208 The Lord hath said of New-England, Surely they are my People, Children that will not lie, The Lord hath said of New england, Surely they Are my People, Children that will not lie, dt n1 vhz vvn pp-f np1, av-j pns32 vbr po11 n1, n2 cst vmb xx vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
209 so hath he been our Saviour. so hath he been our Saviour. av vhz pns31 vbn po12 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
210 Upon this Basis have all the Saviourly Ʋndertakings of the Lord been founded in the midst of us, Upon this Basis have all the Saviourly Ʋndertakings of the Lord been founded in the midst of us, p-acp d n1 vhb d dt av-j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
211 and upon this bottom do we unto this day abide. and upon this bottom do we unto this day abide. cc p-acp d n1 vdb pns12 p-acp d n1 vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 53 Page 16
212 The solemn work of this day is Foundation-work; not to lay a new Foundation, but to continue and strengthen, The solemn work of this day is Foundation-work; not to lay a new Foundation, but to continue and strengthen, dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1; xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 54 Page 16
213 and beautifie, and build upon that which hath been laid. and beautify, and built upon that which hath been laid. cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp d r-crq vhz vbn vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 54 Page 16
214 Give me leave therefore, Honoured and Beloved, to awaken, and call upon you, in the Name of him who sends me, with reference unto those Foundations that are held forth to us in the Text, Give me leave Therefore, Honoured and beloved, to awaken, and call upon you, in the Name of him who sends me, with Referente unto those Foundations that Are held forth to us in the Text, vvb pno11 vvi av, j-vvn cc vvn, pc-acp vvi, cc vvb p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vvz pno11, p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 54 Page 16
215 for if these should be out of course, what could the Righteous do? If we should so frustrate and deceive the Lords Expectations, that his Covenant-interest in us, for if these should be out of course, what could the Righteous doe? If we should so frustrate and deceive the lords Expectations, that his Covenant interest in us, c-acp cs d vmd vbi av pp-f n1, r-crq vmd dt j n1? cs pns12 vmd av vvi cc vvi dt n2 n2, cst po31 n1 p-acp pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 54 Page 16
216 and the Workings of his Salvation be made to cease, then All were lost indeed; and the Workings of his Salvation be made to cease, then All were lost indeed; cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cs d vbdr vvn av; (5) observation (DIV2) 54 Page 16
217 Ruine upon Ruine, Destruction upon Destruction would come, until one stone were not left upon another. Ruin upon Ruin, Destruction upon Destruction would come, until one stone were not left upon Another. n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi, c-acp crd n1 vbdr xx vvn p-acp j-jn. (5) observation (DIV2) 54 Page 16
218 Let the Uses be these four. Let the Uses be these four. vvb dt n2 vbb d crd. (5) observation (DIV2) 55 Page 16
219 Ʋse 1. Of Information; to let New-England know what that gracious infinitely wise, holy and awful dispensation of divine Providence is, under which the Lord hath set us and continued us unto this day. Ʋse 1. Of Information; to let New england know what that gracious infinitely wise, holy and awful Dispensation of divine Providence is, under which the Lord hath Set us and continued us unto this day. j crd pp-f n1; pc-acp vvi np1 vvb q-crq cst j av-j j, j cc j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 cc vvd pno12 p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
220 We must look upon our selves as under a solemn divine Probation; It hath been and it is a Probation-time, even to this whole People. We must look upon our selves as under a solemn divine Probation; It hath been and it is a Probation time, even to this Whole People. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 a-acp p-acp dt j j-jn n1; pn31 vhz vbn cc pn31 vbz dt n1, av p-acp d j-jn n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
221 Under great hopes, and singular eminent Expectations hath the Lord our God been trying of us, Under great hope's, and singular eminent Expectations hath the Lord our God been trying of us, p-acp j n2, cc j j n2 vhz dt n1 po12 n1 vbn vvg pp-f pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
222 and is yet trying us in the wayes of his Salvation. There is this one voice of all his Providences towards us; and is yet trying us in the ways of his Salvation. There is this one voice of all his Providences towards us; cc vbz av vvg pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vbz d crd n1 pp-f d po31 n2 p-acp pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
223 they call aloud unto us in this language of a Probation-time, To day if this my people will hear my voice; they call aloud unto us in this language of a Probation time, To day if this my people will hear my voice; pns32 vvb av p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cs d po11 n1 vmb vvi po11 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
224 To day if they will come up to the Lords Expectations, and answer his promises; To day if they will come up to the lords Expectations, and answer his promises; p-acp n1 cs pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 n2, cc vvi po31 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
225 To day, that is, whilest it is a day of Salvation, whilest the Lord is yet so wonderfully preserving of us, displaying his Banner over us, holding underneath the Everlasting Arms, To day, that is, whilst it is a day of Salvation, whilst the Lord is yet so wonderfully preserving of us, displaying his Banner over us, holding underneath the Everlasting Arms, p-acp n1, cst vbz, cs pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 vbz av av av-j vvg pp-f pno12, vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp dt j n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
226 and making us to taste so much of his loving kindness and tender mercies every way. and making us to taste so much of his loving kindness and tender Mercies every Way. cc vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi av d pp-f po31 j-vvg n1 cc j n2 d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 16
227 Divine Expectations frustrated will issue dreadfully, when the Lord shall make us know his breach of promise, Numb. 14. 34. This we must know, that the Lords promises, Divine Expectations frustrated will issue dreadfully, when the Lord shall make us know his breach of promise, Numb. 14. 34. This we must know, that the lords promises, np1 n2 vvn vmb vvi av-j, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1, j. crd crd np1 pns12 vmb vvi, cst dt n2 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
228 and expectations of great things, have singled out Now-England, and all sorts and ranks of men amongst us, above any Nation or people in the world; and Expectations of great things, have singled out Now-England, and all sorts and ranks of men among us, above any nation or people in the world; cc n2 pp-f j n2, vhb vvn av np1, cc d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
229 and this hath been and is a time and season of eminent trial to us. and this hath been and is a time and season of eminent trial to us. cc d vhz vbn cc vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
230 If I should say that the very world, or common ordinary Professors expect great things from us at this day, there is a great deal of weight in it; If I should say that the very world, or Common ordinary Professors expect great things from us At this day, there is a great deal of weight in it; cs pns11 vmd vvi d dt j n1, cc j j n2 vvb j n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
231 If I say that the faithful precious suffering Saints of God in all other places, that have heard of the Lords Providences towards us, do expect and promise great things from us, this is farre more; If I say that the faithful precious suffering Saints of God in all other places, that have herd of the lords Providences towards us, do expect and promise great things from us, this is Far more; cs pns11 vvb cst dt j j j-vvg n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cst vhb vvn pp-f dt n2 n2 p-acp pno12, vdb vvi cc vvi j n2 p-acp pno12, d vbz av-j av-dc; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
232 But to mention the Lords own Expectations, this is most of all, these are certainly most solemn and awfull. But to mention the lords own Expectations, this is most of all, these Are Certainly most solemn and awful. cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 d n2, d vbz av-ds pp-f d, d vbr av-j av-ds j cc j. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
233 Every Expectation of God is most just and righteous. Every Expectation of God is most just and righteous. np1 n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds j cc j. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
234 Are not my wayes equal? saith God, Ezek. 18. 29. Yes, most equal, blessed God; are not my ways equal? Says God, Ezekiel 18. 29. Yes, most equal, blessed God; vbr xx po11 n2 vvi? vvz np1, np1 crd crd uh, av-ds j-jn, j-vvn np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
235 Bountiful and Rich hast thou been in all thy free Bestowings; equal and just art thou in all thy greatest Expectations. Bountiful and Rich haste thou been in all thy free Bestowings; equal and just art thou in all thy greatest Expectations. j cc j n1 pns21 vbn p-acp d po21 j n2-vvg; vvb cc j vb2r pns21 p-acp d po21 js n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
236 If we do but run over the forementioned grounds of divine Expectation, it will be sufficient to commit the judgement of this case even to our selves, as Isa. 5. 3. As for special Relation unto God; If we do but run over the forementioned grounds of divine Expectation, it will be sufficient to commit the judgement of this case even to our selves, as Isaiah 5. 3. As for special Relation unto God; cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 av p-acp po12 n2, p-acp np1 crd crd a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 56 Page 17
237 whom hath the Lord more signally exalted then his people in this Wilderness? The Name and Interest of God, whom hath the Lord more signally exalted then his people in this Wilderness? The Name and Interest of God, r-crq vhz dt n1 av-dc av-j vvn av po31 n1 p-acp d n1? dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 57 Page 17
238 and Covenant-relation to him, it hath been written upon us in Capital Letters from the beginning. and Covenant relation to him, it hath been written upon us in Capital Letters from the beginning. cc n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 57 Page 17
239 God had his Creatures in this Wilderness before we came, and his Rational Creatures too, a multitude of them; God had his Creatures in this Wilderness before we Come, and his Rational Creatures too, a multitude of them; np1 vhd po31 n2 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns12 vvd, cc po31 j n2 av, dt n1 pp-f pno32; (5) observation (DIV2) 57 Page 17
240 but as to Sons and Children that are Covenant-born unto God, Are not we the first in such a Relation? in this respect we are surely the Lords first-born in this Wilderness. but as to Sons and Children that Are Covenant-born unto God, are not we the First in such a Relation? in this respect we Are surely the lords firstborn in this Wilderness. cc-acp c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2 cst vbr j p-acp np1, vbr xx pns12 dt ord p-acp d dt n1? p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr av-j dt n2 j p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 57 Page 17
241 Of the poor Natives before we came we may say as Isa. •3. 19. They were not called by the Lords Name, he bear not Rule over them: Of the poor Natives before we Come we may say as Isaiah •3. 19. They were not called by the lords Name, he bear not Rule over them: pp-f dt j n2-jn p-acp pns12 vvd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 n1. crd pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n2 vvb, pns31 vvb xx vvi p-acp pno32: (5) observation (DIV2) 57 Page 17
242 But we have been from the beginning, and we are the Lords. But we have been from the beginning, and we Are the lords. cc-acp pns12 vhb vbn p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vbr dt n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 57 Page 17
243 As for Extraction and •••ent, if we be considered as a Posterity, O what Parents and Predecessors may we the most of us look back unto, through whose Loins the Lord hath stretched forth the line of his Covenant, measuring of us out, As for Extraction and •••ent, if we be considered as a Posterity, Oh what Parents and Predecessors may we the most of us look back unto, through whose Loins the Lord hath stretched forth the line of his Covenant, measuring of us out, a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, uh q-crq n2 cc n2 vmb pns12 dt ds pp-f pno12 vvi av p-acp, p-acp rg-crq n2 dt n1 vhz vvn av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg pp-f pno12 av, (5) observation (DIV2) 58 Page 17
244 and taking us in to be a peculiar Portion to himself? As for Restipulations, and Engagements back again to God; and taking us in to be a peculiar Portion to himself? As for Restipulations, and Engagements back again to God; cc vvg pno12 p-acp p-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp px31? a-acp p-acp n2, cc n2 av av p-acp np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 58 Page 17
245 what awfull publick Transactions of this kinde have there been amongst us? Hath not the eye of the Lord beheld us laying Covenant-Engagements upon our selves? hath not his ear heard us solemnly Avouching him, what awful public Transactions of this kind have there been among us? Hath not the eye of the Lord beheld us laying Covenant-Engagements upon our selves? hath not his ear herd us solemnly Avouching him, r-crq j j n2 pp-f d n1 vhb a-acp vbn p-acp pno12? vhz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pno12 vvg n2 p-acp po12 n2? vhz xx po31 n1 vvd pno12 av-j vvg pno31, (5) observation (DIV2) 59 Page 18
246 and him alone, to be our God and Saviour? Hath not a great part of the world been a witness of these things, and him alone, to be our God and Saviour? Hath not a great part of the world been a witness of these things, cc pno31 av-j, pc-acp vbi po12 n1 cc n1? vhz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbn dt n1 pp-f d n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 59 Page 18
247 even of our explicite ownings of, and Covenantings with the Lord as our God, laying this as a foundation-stone in our Building; even of our explicit ownings of, and Covenantings with the Lord as our God, laying this as a Foundation-stone in our Building; av pp-f po12 j n2-vvg pp-f, cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, vvg d c-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 59 Page 18
248 and of this we may say, It hath been a special Exasperation unto Adversaries and Ill-willers, that despised New-England hath laid claim to, and of this we may say, It hath been a special Exasperation unto Adversaries and Ill-willers, that despised New england hath laid claim to, cc pp-f d pns12 vmb vvi, pn31 vhz vbn dt j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cst j-vvn np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 59 Page 18
249 and publickly avouched and challenged a special Interest in God above others. and publicly avouched and challenged a special Interest in God above Others. cc av-j vvn cc vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2-jn. (5) observation (DIV2) 59 Page 18
250 As for our Advantages and Priviledges in a Covenant-state, here time and strength would fail to reckon up what we have enjoyed of this kinde; As for our Advantages and Privileges in a Covenant state, Here time and strength would fail to reckon up what we have enjoyed of this kind; a-acp p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, av n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn pp-f d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
251 if any people in the world have been lifted up to heaven as to Advantages and Priviledges, we are the people. if any people in the world have been lifted up to heaven as to Advantages and Privileges, we Are the people. cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, pns12 vbr dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
252 Name what you will under this Head, and we have had it. We have had Moses and Aaron to lead us; Name what you will under this Head, and we have had it. We have had Moses and Aaron to led us; n1 r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp d n1, cc pns12 vhb vhn pn31. pns12 vhb vhn np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
253 we have had Teachings and Instructions, line upon line, and precept upon precept; we have had Ordinances and Gospel-dispensations the choicest of them; we have had Teachings and Instructions, line upon line, and precept upon precept; we have had Ordinances and Gospel-dispensations the Choicest of them; pns12 vhb vhn n2-vvg cc n2, n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; pns12 vhb vhn n2 cc n2 dt js pp-f pno32; (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
254 we have had Peace and Plenty; we have had Afflictions and Chastisements in measure; we have had the Hearts, and Prayers, and Blessing of the Lords people every where; we have had Peace and Plenty; we have had Afflictions and Chastisements in measure; we have had the Hearts, and Prayers, and Blessing of the lords people every where; pns12 vhb vhn n1 cc n1; pns12 vhb vhn n2 cc n2 p-acp n1; pns12 vhb vhn dt n2, cc n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 d q-crq; (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
255 we have had the Eye and Hand of God, watching and working every way for our good; we have had the Eye and Hand of God, watching and working every Way for our good; pns12 vhb vhn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvg cc vvg d n1 p-acp po12 j; (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
256 our Adversaries have had their Rebukes, we have had our Encouragements, and a wall of fire round about us, What could have been done more for us then hath been done? our Adversaries have had their Rebukes, we have had our Encouragements, and a wall of fire round about us, What could have been done more for us then hath been done? po12 n2 vhb vhn po32 n2, pns12 vhb vhn po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp pno12, q-crq vmd vhi vbn vdn n1 p-acp pno12 av vhz vbn vdn? (5) observation (DIV2) 60 Page 18
257 And then in the last place, as to New-Englands first wayes; what glorious things might here be spoken, And then in the last place, as to New-Englands First ways; what glorious things might Here be spoken, cc av p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pc-acp npg1 ord n2; r-crq j n2 vmd av vbi vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 61 Page 18
258 unto the praise of free-grace, and to justifie the Lords Expectations upon this ground? Surely God hath often spoke concerning His Churches here, unto the praise of Free grace, and to justify the lords Expectations upon this ground? Surely God hath often spoke Concerning His Churches Here, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2 p-acp d n1? np1 np1 vhz av vvn vvg po31 n2 av, (5) observation (DIV2) 61 Page 18
259 as in Jer. 2. 2. I remember the kindness of thy youth, &c. O what were the open Professions of the Lords people that first entred this Wilderness? How did our fathers entertain the Gospel, as in Jer. 2. 2. I Remember the kindness of thy youth, etc. Oh what were the open Professions of the lords people that First entered this Wilderness? How did our Father's entertain the Gospel, c-acp p-acp np1 crd crd pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, av uh q-crq vbdr dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 n1 cst ord vvd d n1? q-crq vdd po12 n2 vvi dt n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 61 Page 18
260 and all the pure Institutions thereof, and those Liberties which they brought over? What was their Communion and Fellowship in the Administrations of the Kingdome of Jesus Christ? What was the pitch of their Brotherly love, of their Zeal for God and his Wayes, and all the pure Institutions thereof, and those Liberties which they brought over? What was their Communion and Fellowship in the Administrations of the Kingdom of jesus christ? What was the pitch of their Brotherly love, of their Zeal for God and his Ways, cc d dt j n2 av, cc d n2 r-crq pns32 vvd a-acp? q-crq vbds po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1? q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 61 Page 19
261 and against wayes destructive of Truth and Holiness? What was their Humility, their Mortification, their Exemplariness? How much of Holiness to the Lord was written upon all their wayes and transactions? God sifted a whole Nation that he might send choice Grain over into this Wilderness. and against ways destructive of Truth and Holiness? What was their Humility, their Mortification, their Exemplariness? How much of Holiness to the Lord was written upon all their ways and transactions? God sifted a Whole nation that he might send choice Grain over into this Wilderness. cc p-acp n2 j pp-f n1 cc n1? q-crq vbds po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1? c-crq d pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2? np1 vvn dt j-jn n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 a-acp p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 61 Page 19
262 Thus it hath been with us as to grounds of Divine Expectation: And therefore let us in the fear of God learn this great truth to day, Thus it hath been with us as to grounds of Divine Expectation: And Therefore let us in the Fear of God Learn this great truth to day, av pn31 vhz vbn p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1: cc av vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi d j n1 p-acp n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 62 Page 19
263 and receive the instruction thereof sealed up unto all our souls; and receive the instruction thereof sealed up unto all our Souls; cc vvi dt n1 av vvn a-acp p-acp d po12 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 62 Page 19
264 That the great God hath taken up great Expectations of us, and made great Promises to himself concerning us, That the great God hath taken up great Expectations of us, and made great Promises to himself Concerning us, cst dt j np1 vhz vvn a-acp j n2 pp-f pno12, cc vvd j vvz p-acp px31 vvg pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 62 Page 19
265 and this hath been, and is New-Englands day and season of Probation. and this hath been, and is New-Englands day and season of Probation. cc d vhz vbn, cc vbz npg1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 62 Page 19
266 Ʋse 2. Of Examination and Conviction as to the Returns that we have made to God our Saviour; Ʋse 2. Of Examination and Conviction as to the Returns that we have made to God our Saviour; j crd pp-f n1 cc n1 a-acp p-acp dt vvz cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp np1 po12 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 63 Page 19
267 and that proof which he hath had of us, under such and so long a trial. and that proof which he hath had of us, under such and so long a trial. cc d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vhd pp-f pno12, p-acp d cc av av-j dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 63 Page 19
268 How have we kept our selves from being lying Children? Here is solemn matter of Examination. How have we kept our selves from being lying Children? Here is solemn matter of Examination. q-crq vhb pns12 vvn po12 n2 p-acp vbg vvg n2? av vbz j n1 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 63 Page 19
269 How the Lord hath carried it towards us cannot but be manifest, Jer. 2. 31. O generation, see the word of the Lord, &c. How we have carried it towards God, How the Lord hath carried it towards us cannot but be manifest, Jer. 2. 31. Oh generation, see the word of the Lord, etc. How we have carried it towards God, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno12 vmbx p-acp vbi j, np1 crd crd uh n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av c-crq pns12 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
270 as it cannot lye in the dark, so it ought to abide under the most serious and practical reflections of all Ranks and degrees amongst us, as it cannot lie in the dark, so it ought to abide under the most serious and practical reflections of all Ranks and Degrees among us, c-acp pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt j, av pn31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
271 and of every soul of us in special. and of every soul of us in special. cc pp-f d n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp j. (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
272 Let it not be thought unseasonable to call upon you as a Representative Assembly, to look heedfully into the glass of the Truth delivered, that we may view the present face of things amongst us, Let it not be Thought unseasonable to call upon you as a Representative Assembly, to look heedfully into the glass of the Truth Delivered, that we may view the present face of things among us, vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
273 even the face of this our present time and generation; even the face of this our present time and generation; av dt n1 pp-f d po12 j n1 cc n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
274 not as natural men, to forget the same immediately, but as spiritual men to retain and judge of things, not as natural men, to forget the same immediately, but as spiritual men to retain and judge of things, xx p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi dt d av-j, cc-acp c-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
275 and as gracious ones to lament and intercede with the Lord. and as gracious ones to lament and intercede with the Lord. cc c-acp j pi2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
276 O what a sad Metamorphosis hath there of later years passed upon us in these Churches and Plantations? What a fruitful production of Lies hath there been in the midst of us? of Lies in Profession and Practice, in Doctrine and in Conversation? Certainly the father of Lies hath been bringing in his lies apace; O what a sad Metamorphosis hath there of later Years passed upon us in these Churches and Plantations? What a fruitful production of Lies hath there been in the midst of us? of Lies in Profession and Practice, in Doctrine and in Conversation? Certainly the father of Lies hath been bringing in his lies apace; sy r-crq dt j n1 vhz zz pp-f jc n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2 cc n2? q-crq dt j n1 pp-f vvz vhz a-acp vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12? pp-f vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1? av-j dt n1 pp-f vvz vhz vbn vvg p-acp po31 n2 av; (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
277 the lying spirit begins to have a large walk amongst us, venting and discovering it self even to the very face of the God of Truth, the lying Spirit begins to have a large walk among us, venting and discovering it self even to the very face of the God of Truth, dt j-vvg n1 vvz pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno12, vvg cc vvg pn31 n1 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 19
278 and engaging the Lord deeply in the quarrel of his Covenant. Children there are many in this Wilderness; and engaging the Lord deeply in the quarrel of his Covenant. Children there Are many in this Wilderness; cc vvg dt n1 av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. n2 pc-acp vbr d p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 64 Page 20
279 A numerous Offspring hath the Lord your God given unto you: A numerous Offspring hath the Lord your God given unto you: dt j n1 vhz dt n1 po22 n1 vvn p-acp pn22: (5) observation (DIV2) 65 Page 20
280 But what are we the Generation Risen and Rising up? Are we Children that will not lie? would to God it were so: But what Are we the Generation Risen and Rising up? are we Children that will not lie? would to God it were so: cc-acp q-crq vbr pns12 dt n1 vvn cc vvg a-acp? vbr pns12 n2 cst vmb xx vvi? vmd p-acp np1 pn31 vbdr av: (5) observation (DIV2) 65 Page 20
281 Are we not rather a multitude of us; are we not rather a multitude of us; vbr pns12 xx av dt n1 pp-f pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 65 Page 20
282 such as keep not the Covenant of our God? that refuse to walk in his wayes? that flatter him with our mouthes, such as keep not the Covenant of our God? that refuse to walk in his ways? that flatter him with our mouths, d c-acp vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? cst vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2? d vvb pno31 p-acp po12 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 65 Page 20
283 and lie unto him with our tongues? because our heart is not right with him, and lie unto him with our tongues? Because our heart is not right with him, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2? c-acp po12 n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp pno31, (5) observation (DIV2) 65 Page 20
284 nor are we stedfast in his Covenant, Psal. 78. 10, 36, 37. nor Are we steadfast in his Covenant, Psalm 78. 10, 36, 37. ccx vbr pns12 j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd (5) observation (DIV2) 65 Page 20
285 When ever the Lord proves a people, He is most critical in observing the discoveries that are made of them; When ever the Lord Proves a people, He is most critical in observing the discoveries that Are made of them; c-crq av dt n1 vvz dt n1, pns31 vbz av-ds j p-acp vvg dt n2 cst vbr vvn pp-f pno32; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
286 we can in no wise lye hid under Divine Probation. we can in no wise lie hid under Divine Probation. pns12 vmb p-acp dx j n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
287 Hence saith the Lord Jer. 2. 21. How art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange vine ƲNTO ME? that is, not unto me as an Omniscient God that know all things before they actually come to pass; Hence Says the Lord Jer. 2. 21. How art thou turned into the degenerate plant of a strange vine ƲNTO ME? that is, not unto me as an Omniscient God that know all things before they actually come to pass; av vvz dt n1 np1 crd crd c-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 av pno11? cst vbz, xx p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j np1 cst vvb d n2 c-acp pns32 av-j vvb pc-acp vvi; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
288 but unto me upon Probation and trial made. but unto me upon Probation and trial made. cc-acp p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
289 It is a solemn thought for us to think, and a solemn enquiry for us to make this day; It is a solemn Thought for us to think, and a solemn enquiry for us to make this day; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
290 what are we unto the Lord our God, under all his trials of us? And it is a solemn Conviction and Charge against us, to have it spoken, what Are we unto the Lord our God, under all his trials of us? And it is a solemn Conviction and Charge against us, to have it spoken, r-crq vbr pns12 p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f pno12? cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc vvb p-acp pno12, pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
291 as it must be spoken in the Name of the Lord this day, O New-England, thy God did expect better things from thee and thy Children; as it must be spoken in the Name of the Lord this day, Oh New england, thy God did expect better things from thee and thy Children; c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d n1, uh np1, po21 n1 vdd vvi jc n2 p-acp pno21 cc po21 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
292 not Worldliness, and an insatiable desire after perishing things; not Whoredomes and Fornications; not Revellings and Drunkenness; not Oaths & false Swearings; not Exactions and Oppressions; not Slanderings and Backbitings; not Worldliness, and an insatiable desire After perishing things; not Whoredoms and Fornications; not Revellings and drunkenness; not Oaths & false Swearings; not Exactions and Oppressions; not Slanderings and Backbitings; xx n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp vvg n2; xx n2 cc n2; xx n2 cc n1; xx n2 cc j n2-vvg; xx n2 cc n2; xx n2-vvg cc n2-vvg; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
293 not Rudeness and Incivility, a degeneracy from the good Manners of the Christian world; not Rudeness and Incivility, a degeneracy from the good Manners of the Christian world; xx n1 cc n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
294 not Formality and Profaneness, to loath Manna, to despise holy things, to grow Sermon-proof and Ordinance-proof; not Contentions and Disorders; not Formality and Profaneness, to loath Manna, to despise holy things, to grow Sermonproof and Ordinance-proof; not Contentions and Disorders; xx n1 cc n1, p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1; xx n2 cc n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
295 not an Itching after new things and wayes; not a rigid Pharisaical Spirit; not a Contempt of Superiours; not an Itching After new things and ways; not a rigid Pharisaical Spirit; not a Contempt of Superiors; xx dt j-vvg p-acp j n2 cc n2; xx dt j j n1; xx dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
296 not Unthankfulness and disrespect to Instruments of choice Service; not a growing weary of Government, and a drawing loose in the Yoke of God: not Unthankfulness and disrespect to Instruments of choice Service; not a growing weary of Government, and a drawing lose in the Yoke of God: xx n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1; xx dt j-vvg j pp-f n1, cc dt vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
297 Not these things, but better things, O New England, hath thy God expected from thee. Not these things, but better things, Oh New England, hath thy God expected from thee. xx d n2, cc-acp jc n2, uh j np1, vhz po21 n1 vvn p-acp pno21. (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 20
298 But what hath the Lord found? Do not you who are our Fathers in the Cowmon-wealth know? or cannot those Watchmen of the Lord tell us, whom he hath set for a Tower and a Fortress amongst us, to know and try the way of this people? Certainly all these false and evil things, But what hath the Lord found? Do not you who Are our Father's in the Cowmon-wealth know? or cannot those Watchmen of the Lord tell us, whom he hath Set for a Tower and a Fortress among us, to know and try the Way of this people? Certainly all these false and evil things, p-acp r-crq vhz dt n1 vvn? vdb xx pn22 r-crq vbr po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 vvi? cc vmbx d n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno12, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1? av-j d d j cc j-jn n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
299 and that not by secret search onely, but openly and in the view of the world, hath the Lord found. Alas! and that not by secret search only, but openly and in the view of the world, hath the Lord found. Alas! cc cst xx p-acp j-jn n1 av-j, p-acp av-j cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhz dt n1 vvd. np1! (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
300 how is New-England in danger this day to be lost even in New-England? to be buried in i•s own Ruines? How sadly may we lament it that All are not Israel that are now of Israel? How is the good grain diminished, how is New england in danger this day to be lost even in New england? to be buried in i•s own Ruins? How sadly may we lament it that All Are not Israel that Are now of Israel? How is the good grain diminished, q-crq vbz np1 p-acp n1 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp np1? pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 d n2? c-crq av-j vmb pns12 vvi pn31 cst d vbr xx np1 cst vbr av pp-f np1? q-crq vbz dt j n1 vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
301 and the chaff increased? The first generation have been ripened time after time, and the most of them gathered in as shocks of corn in their season; and the chaff increased? The First generation have been ripened time After time, and the most of them gathered in as shocks of corn in their season; cc dt n1 vvn? dt ord n1 vhb vbn vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc dt ds pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp c-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
302 But we who rise up to tread out the footsteps of them that are gone before us, alas! But we who rise up to tread out the footsteps of them that Are gone before us, alas! p-acp pns12 r-crq vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12, uh! (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
303 what are we? It is a sad name to be styled Children that are corrupters; but are we not indeed many of us corrupted, and which is far worse Corrupters? How is our wine mixed with water? what coolings and abatements are there to be charged upon us in the things that are good, what Are we? It is a sad name to be styled Children that Are corrupters; but Are we not indeed many of us corrupted, and which is Far Worse Corrupters? How is our wine mixed with water? what coolings and abatements Are there to be charged upon us in the things that Are good, q-crq vbr pns12? pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn n2 cst vbr n2; p-acp vbr pns12 xx av d pp-f pno12 vvn, cc r-crq vbz av-j jc n2? q-crq vbz po12 n1 vvn p-acp n1? q-crq n2-vvg cc n2 vbr a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr j, (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
304 and that have been our glory? We have abated in our esteem of Ordinances, in our hung•ing and thirsting after the rich provisions of the House of God; and that have been our glory? We have abated in our esteem of Ordinances, in our hung•ing and thirsting After the rich provisions of the House of God; cc cst vhb vbn po12 n1? pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n1 pp-f n2, p-acp po12 n1 cc vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
305 in our good stomacks to all that which is set before us upon the Table of the Gospel. in our good stomachs to all that which is Set before us upon the Table of the Gospel. p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp d d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
306 We have abated in our Love and Zeal, in our wise, tender and faithful manage•ent of that great duty of mutual watchfulness and reproof. We have abated in our Love and Zeal, in our wise, tender and faithful manage•ent of that great duty of mutual watchfulness and reproof. pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 n1, j cc j n1 pp-f cst j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 66 Page 21
307 There are many among us that have even suffered many things in vain; There Are many among us that have even suffered many things in vain; pc-acp vbr d p-acp pno12 cst vhb j vvd d n2 p-acp j; (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
308 many that having begun in the spirit, do now walk as if they were to be made perfect by the flesh; many that having begun in the Spirit, do now walk as if they were to be made perfect by the Flesh; d cst vhg vvn p-acp dt n1, vdb av vvi c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
309 many that are gone off from God in point of dependance, looking out to secure some other friends and hiding-places to themselves besides the Lord, against those changes of times that may come; many that Are gone off from God in point of dependence, looking out to secure Some other Friends and hiding-places to themselves beside the Lord, against those changes of times that may come; d cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvg av pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 cst vmb vvi; (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
310 many (as we may justly fear) that would but too soon and too easily in a day of trial entertain a Lie in the Worship of God, many (as we may justly Fear) that would but too soon and too Easily in a day of trial entertain a Lie in the Worship of God, d (c-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi) cst vmd p-acp av av cc av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
311 and return to the •ny•ns and garlick of Egypt again. and return to the •ny•ns and garlic of Egypt again. cc vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 av. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
312 How hath that evil work of Strife and Division sprung up almost every where amongst us? in which it is solemnly to be noted, that there is ever a mixture of sin and punishment going together: How hath that evil work of Strife and Division sprung up almost every where among us? in which it is solemnly to be noted, that there is ever a mixture of since and punishment going together: uh-crq vhz d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn a-acp av d c-crq p-acp pno12? p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pc-acp vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvg av: (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
313 In this thing certainly we have failed the Lords Expect••ion; In this thing Certainly we have failed the lords Expect••ion; p-acp d n1 av-j pns12 vhb vvn dt n2 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
314 for he hath said, Surely in a Wilderness, under the eye of Observers, under such Leaders, for he hath said, Surely in a Wilderness, under the eye of Observers, under such Leaders, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
315 and the free liberty of all those wayes of Order which Christ hath appointed to build up the Peace and Communion of his people, they will certainly be of one heart and soul, keeping the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace, and the free liberty of all those ways of Order which christ hath appointed to built up the Peace and Communion of his people, they will Certainly be of one heart and soul, keeping the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace, cc dt j n1 pp-f d d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vmb av-j vbi pp-f crd n1 cc n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 21
316 and whereto they have attained, walk by the same rule, and minde the same thing. and whereto they have attained, walk by the same Rule, and mind the same thing. cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn, vvb p-acp dt d n1, cc vvi dt d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
317 Strict and impartial Examination would yield large matter of uncontrolable Conviction as to such things as these. Alas! Strict and impartial Examination would yield large matter of uncontrollable Conviction as to such things as these. Alas! j cc j n1 vmd vvi j n1 pp-f j n1 c-acp p-acp d n2 c-acp d. np1! (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
318 what way of God with us is there, that hath not issued in the discovery of the Lie amongst us? The Answers of Prayer that we have so often, what Way of God with us is there, that hath not issued in the discovery of the Lie among us? The Answers of Prayer that we have so often, q-crq n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 vbz a-acp, cst vhz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvb p-acp pno12? dt n2 pp-f n1 cst pns12 vhb av av, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
319 and so eminently received, these have discovered our Lie, for we have as often returned again to folly. Our Afflictions removed, these also have discovered the Lie, for with Hezekiah we have not returned according to the benefit done unto us. and so eminently received, these have discovered our Lie, for we have as often returned again to folly. Our Afflictions removed, these also have discovered the Lie, for with Hezekiah we have not returned according to the benefit done unto us. cc av av-j vvn, d vhb vvn po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp av vvd av p-acp n1. po12 n2 vvn, d av vhb vvn dt vvb, p-acp p-acp np1 pns12 vhb xx vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 vdn p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
320 The Death and Removal of the Lords eminent Servants in one Rank and in another, this also hath manifested the Lie in many of us. The Death and Removal of the lords eminent Servants in one Rank and in Another, this also hath manifested the Lie in many of us. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 j n2 p-acp crd n1 cc p-acp j-jn, d av vhz vvn dt vvb p-acp d pp-f pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
321 Whilest they lived their Piety and Zeal, their Light and Life, their Counsels and Authority, their Examples and Awe kept us right, Whilst they lived their Piety and Zeal, their Light and Life, their Counsels and authority, their Examples and Awe kept us right, cs pns32 vvd po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n2 cc n1, po32 n2 cc n1 vvd pno12 vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
322 and drew us on in the good wayes of God, to profess and practise the best things; and drew us on in the good ways of God, to profess and practise the best things; cc vvd pno12 p-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt js n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
323 but now that they are dead and gone, Ah how doth the unsoundness, the rottenness and hypocrisie of too many amongst us make it self known, but now that they Are dead and gone, Ah how does the unsoundness, the rottenness and hypocrisy of too many among us make it self known, cc-acp av cst pns32 vbr j cc vvn, uh q-crq vdz dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f av d p-acp pno12 vvi pn31 n1 vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
324 as it was with Joash after the death of Jehojadah. In a word, we that stand before the Lord this day, we have gone less with God then we did at first engage and bid him for all his kin•ness, as it was with Joash After the death of Jehoiada. In a word, we that stand before the Lord this day, we have gone less with God then we did At First engage and bid him for all his kin•ness, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp dt n1, pns12 d vvb p-acp dt n1 d n1, pns12 vhb vvn av-dc p-acp np1 cs pns12 vdd p-acp ord vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
325 and then we began at first to yield him, for all the Mercies, Priviledges and Liberties of this Place. and then we began At First to yield him, for all the mercies, Privileges and Liberties of this Place. cc av pns12 vvd p-acp ord pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp d dt n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
326 You that have tender and gracious hearts, suffer these things to affect and afflict them day by day. You that have tender and gracious hearts, suffer these things to affect and afflict them day by day. pn22 cst vhb j cc j n2, vvb d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 n1 p-acp n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
327 Verily if the load of them be not taken up and born by a considerable number amongst us in such a way, there is great fear lest it crack and sink us without remedy. Verily if the load of them be not taken up and born by a considerable number among us in such a Way, there is great Fear lest it Crac and sink us without remedy. av-j cs dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbi xx vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vbz j n1 cs pn31 vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 67 Page 22
328 Ʋse 3. Of Exhortation. As we would have the Lord to be and to continue to be our Saviour, Ʋse 3. Of Exhortation. As we would have the Lord to be and to continue to be our Saviour, j crd pp-f n1. c-acp pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 pc-acp vbi cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi po12 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 68 Page 22
329 so let us set our selves to answer the Lords Expectations. so let us Set our selves to answer the lords Expectations. av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 68 Page 22
330 Let New-England answer the Lords Expectations of New-England, that the Lord Jehovah may be as he hath been New-Englands Saviour. Let New england answer the lords Expectations of New england, that the Lord Jehovah may be as he hath been New-Englands Saviour. vvb np1 vvb dt n2 n2 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 np1 vmb vbi c-acp pns31 vhz vbn npg1 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 68 Page 22
331 Men, Brethren and Fathers, We are all bound in a Covenant of Truth, to and with the God of Truth; Men, Brothers and Father's, We Are all bound in a Covenant of Truth, to and with the God of Truth; n2, n2 cc n2, pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 69 Page 22
332 There is an unworthy Messenger sent to you this day, to put you in minde of your Obligations, There is an unworthy Messenger sent to you this day, to put you in mind of your Obligations, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn22 d n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f po22 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 69 Page 22
333 and solemnly to call upon you to be True men to God. and solemnly to call upon you to be True men to God. cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 69 Page 22
334 New-England men should be True men; let not the contrary hereunto be our reproach either with God or man. New england men should be True men; let not the contrary hereunto be our reproach either with God or man. np1 n2 vmd vbi j n2; vvb xx dt n-jn av vbi po12 n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 69 Page 22
335 What the Lord expects from us hath been laid down before; I shall not enlarge upon those several Particulars again. What the Lord expects from us hath been laid down before; I shall not enlarge upon those several Particulars again. q-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 vhz vbn vvn a-acp a-acp; pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d j n2-j av. (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 22
336 That which I have in my aim, is, not any thing of doubtful disputation, not meerly Civils or Prudentials; That which I have in my aim, is, not any thing of doubtful disputation, not merely Civils or Prudentials; cst r-crq pns11 vhb p-acp po11 n1, vbz, xx d n1 pp-f j n1, xx av-j np1 cc n2-jn; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
337 but the sure and certain, the often acknowledged, and stated, common Interest of the people of God, but the sure and certain, the often acknowledged, and stated, Common Interest of the people of God, cc-acp dt j cc j, dt av vvn, cc vvn, j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
338 and of you the Lords People in special; The Interest of Practical Piety and Holiness, so much reproached at this day; and of you the lords People in special; The Interest of Practical Piety and Holiness, so much reproached At this day; cc pp-f pn22 dt ng1 n1 p-acp j; dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, av av-d vvn p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
339 The Interest of unmixed, spiritual Gospel-worship, and of the sincere and open profession and owning of the truths and wayes of Christ, The Interest of unmixed, spiritual Gospel worship, and of the sincere and open profession and owning of the truths and ways of christ, dt n1 pp-f j, j n1, cc pp-f dt j cc j n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
340 though persecuted and trampled on at this day in the world; though persecuted and trampled on At this day in the world; cs vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
341 The Interest of Unity and Peace in the wayes of Reformation, and of expecting and waiting for the issue of all those great and Astonishing Providences that are working every where; The Interest of Unity and Peace in the ways of Reformation, and of expecting and waiting for the issue of all those great and Astonishing Providences that Are working every where; dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d j cc vvg n2 cst vbr vvg d c-crq; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
342 The Interest of these things, and of just and Righteous Liberties in order hereunto, is all that which I intend. The Interest of these things, and of just and Righteous Liberties in order hereunto, is all that which I intend. dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp n1 av, vbz d d r-crq pns11 vvb. (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
343 The times are come, and hastning more and more, wherein faithfulness to God in all these things, will be the most glorious Crown that can be worn upon Earth; The times Are come, and hastening more and more, wherein faithfulness to God in all these things, will be the most glorious Crown that can be worn upon Earth; dt n2 vbr vvn, cc vvg dc cc av-dc, c-crq n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d d n2, vmb vbi dt av-ds j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
344 A Crown upon which it shall be graven, Here is the Faith and Patience of the Saints. A Crown upon which it shall be graved, Here is the Faith and Patience of the Saints. dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
345 This then is the word of the Lord unto his New-England Churches and People this day, Let no man take this your Crown from you; This then is the word of the Lord unto his New england Churches and People this day, Let no man take this your Crown from you; d av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 np1 n2 cc n1 d n1, vvb dx n1 vvi d po22 n1 p-acp pn22; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
346 No Temptations, no Corruptions, no Insinuations, no Threatnings, no Fears, no Adversaries. If God had betrusted us here, but with a little; No Temptations, no Corruptions, no Insinuations, no Threatenings, not Fears, no Adversaries. If God had betrusted us Here, but with a little; dx n2, dx n2, dx n2, dx n2-vvg, xx n2, dx n2. cs np1 vhd vvn pno12 av, cc-acp p-acp dt j; (5) observation (DIV2) 70 Page 23
347 yet he that is unfaithful in a little, would be so in much; and he that is faithful in a little, shall be made ruler over much: yet he that is unfaithful in a little, would be so in much; and he that is faithful in a little, shall be made ruler over much: av pns31 cst vbz j p-acp dt j, vmd vbi av p-acp d; cc pns31 cst vbz j p-acp dt j, vmb vbi vvn n1 p-acp d: (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
348 But the Lord hath betrusted us with much; with a very choice, and considerable part of the Interest of his Name and Glory; But the Lord hath betrusted us with much; with a very choice, and considerable part of the Interest of his Name and Glory; p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d; p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
349 and that too in the view of the world, and upon manifold Advantages in our upholding, and cleaving to the same. and that too in the view of the world, and upon manifold Advantages in our upholding, and cleaving to the same. cc cst av p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp j n2 p-acp po12 vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt d. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
350 God hath thrust down his people from their Advantages in other places; God hath thrust down his people from their Advantages in other places; np1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j-jn n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
351 we have sinned against ours, but the Lord yet continues them, as the Liberty and Priviledge of this day doth testifie aloud to us. we have sinned against ours, but the Lord yet continues them, as the Liberty and Privilege of this day does testify aloud to us. pns12 vhb vvn p-acp png12, p-acp dt n1 av vvz pno32, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 vdz vvi av p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
352 New-England hath yet its Advantages as well as its Engagements in this great matter of Owning the Cause of God, New england hath yet its Advantages as well as its Engagements in this great matter of Owning the Cause of God, np1 vhz av po31 n2 c-acp av c-acp po31 n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
353 and standing their ground for God and Christ and the Gospel. and standing their ground for God and christ and the Gospel. cc vvg po32 n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 cc dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
354 And this we must know, that this is the time wherein he that is not with Christ is against him; the reason is, And this we must know, that this is the time wherein he that is not with christ is against him; the reason is, cc d pns12 vmb vvi, cst d vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 cst vbz xx p-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno31; dt n1 vbz, (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
355 because the Controversie comes now to be stated more openly, and to be avouched more professedly in the world. Because the Controversy comes now to be stated more openly, and to be avouched more professedly in the world. c-acp dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc av-j, cc pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc av-vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 23
356 Antichrist is now displaying his Colours, setting up his Standard, and so is the Lord Jesus Christ, the Anointed King and Priest and Prophet, the Fathers Heir of all things. The field is large whereinto the Forces on both sides are drawing; Antichrist is now displaying his Colours, setting up his Standard, and so is the Lord jesus christ, the Anointed King and Priest and Prophet, the Father's Heir of all things. The field is large whereinto the Forces on both sides Are drawing; np1 vbz av vvg po31 n2, vvg a-acp po31 n1, cc av vbz dt n1 np1 np1, dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 cc n1, dt ng1 n1 pp-f d n2. dt n1 vbz j c-crq dt n2 p-acp d n2 vbr vvg; (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
357 but the fight will be very close, and the quarrel in the issue finally decided; there can be no neutralizing therefore in this day. but the fight will be very close, and the quarrel in the issue finally decided; there can be no Neutralizing Therefore in this day. cc-acp dt n1 vmb vbi av j, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn; pc-acp vmb vbi dx vvg av p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
358 He that gathereth not with Christ, scattereth abroad; He that gathereth not with christ, Scattereth abroad; pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp np1, vvz av; (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
359 we must declare for whom we are, and choose our side, there will be no other Remedy. we must declare for whom we Are, and choose our side, there will be no other Remedy. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr, cc vvi po12 n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx j-jn n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
360 We indeed of these ends of the Earth have long since made our choice; We indeed of these ends of the Earth have long since made our choice; pns12 av pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb av-j a-acp vvd po12 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
361 we have given up our selves to the Lord Jesus as to our Spiritual King and Law-giver, to be his portion and inheritance: we have given up our selves to the Lord jesus as to our Spiritual King and Lawgiver, to be his portion and inheritance: pns12 vhb vvn a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 np1 c-acp p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi po31 n1 cc n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
362 Now that which the Lord expects is, that we stick to this our choice, that we give not back a whit, Now that which the Lord expects is, that we stick to this our choice, that we give not back a whit, av cst r-crq dt n1 vvz vbz, cst pns12 vvb p-acp d po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb xx av dt n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
363 so as to become Liars unto that God who unto us hath not been as waters that fail. A poor man, saith Solomon, is better then a liar, Prov. 19. 22. to be called Poor New-England, this may seem to be a Reproach but in truth is not, so as to become Liars unto that God who unto us hath not been as waters that fail. A poor man, Says Solomon, is better then a liar, Curae 19. 22. to be called Poor New england, this may seem to be a Reproach but in truth is not, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp cst np1 r-crq p-acp pno12 vhz xx vbn p-acp n2 cst vvb. dt j n1, vvz np1, vbz jc cs dt n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi vvn j np1, d vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 vbz xx, (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
364 for he that mocketh the poor reproacheth his maker; but to be called False and lying New-England, this shall be a blot and a reproach never to be wiped away. for he that mocks the poor Reproacheth his maker; but to be called False and lying New england, this shall be a blot and a reproach never to be wiped away. c-acp pns31 cst vvz dt j vvz po31 n1; p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn j cc j-vvg np1, d vmb vbi dt n1 cc dt n1 av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av. (5) observation (DIV2) 71 Page 24
365 As Satan said concerning Job, when God boasted as it were to him of his integrity, Chap. 1. 11. Put forth thine hand and touch all that he hath, As Satan said Concerning Job, when God boasted as it were to him of his integrity, Chap. 1. 11. Put forth thine hand and touch all that he hath, p-acp np1 vvd vvg np1, c-crq np1 vvd c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd vvb av po21 n1 cc vvi d cst pns31 vhz, (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
366 and he will curse thee to thy face; and he will curse thee to thy face; cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
367 and so again Chap. 2. 5. So it may be Satan and his Instruments may be tempting and saying concerning us; and so again Chap. 2. 5. So it may be Satan and his Instruments may be tempting and saying Concerning us; cc av av np1 crd crd av pn31 vmb vbi np1 cc po31 n2 vmb vbi vvg cc vvg vvg pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
368 Let that people of so much Profession in the Wilderness be but thus or thus proved and tried, let but this or that happen to them, this or that Affrightment, this or that Allurement; Let that people of so much Profession in the Wilderness be but thus or thus proved and tried, let but this or that happen to them, this or that Affrightment, this or that Allurement; vvb d n1 pp-f av d n1 p-acp dt n1 vbb p-acp av cc av vvn cc vvn, vvb p-acp d cc d vvb p-acp pno32, d cc d n1, d cc d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
369 Let but such and such be once removed by death or otherwayes, and then it shall be seen what they will come to; Let but such and such be once removed by death or otherways, and then it shall be seen what they will come to; vvb p-acp d cc d vbb a-acp vvn p-acp n1 cc av, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
370 It will then appear how they will entertain the wayes of the world, and give up Gospel and Ordinances and Liberties as well as others, selling their Birthright-even for a mess of pottage. It will then appear how they will entertain the ways of the world, and give up Gospel and Ordinances and Liberties as well as Others, selling their Birthright-even for a mess of pottage. pn31 vmb av vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb a-acp n1 cc n2 cc n2 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn, vvg po32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
371 But shall it ever be thus indeed? God forbid. But shall it ever be thus indeed? God forbid. cc-acp vmb pn31 av vbi av av? np1 vvb. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
372 We have been listed in the number of those followers of the Lamb who are called, and chosen and faithful; We have been listed in the number of those followers of the Lamb who Are called, and chosen and faithful; pns12 vhb vbn vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbr vvn, cc vvn cc j; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
373 let us in the fear of God continue still to be of them. let us in the Fear of God continue still to be of them. vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb av pc-acp vbi pp-f pno32. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
374 Special marks of favour the Lord hath been pleased from time to time to set upon those faithful undertakings of his Servants in this Wilderness, wherein keeping close to God in matters Civil and Ecclesiastical hath been the design in truth and in sincerity: Special marks of favour the Lord hath been pleased from time to time to Set upon those faithful undertakings of his Servants in this Wilderness, wherein keeping close to God in matters Civil and Ecclesiastical hath been the Design in truth and in sincerity: j n2 pp-f n1 dt n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2-vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d n1, c-crq vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n2 j cc j vhz vbn dt n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
375 now the Lord evermore keep us from bringing the marks of infamy upon our selves in any contrary way of walking. now the Lord evermore keep us from bringing the marks of infamy upon our selves in any contrary Way of walking. av dt n1 av vvb pno12 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f vvg. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 24
376 If the Lord hath named us his Witnesses, and hath produced us as such unto the world; If the Lord hath nam us his Witnesses, and hath produced us as such unto the world; cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 po31 n2, cc vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
377 & we should be now sinfully silent, or withdraw, or alter our Testimony, as to any truth or way or work of his, O what a provocation would this be? It is a day wherein the Lord hath been Riding Circuit, & we should be now sinfully silent, or withdraw, or altar our Testimony, as to any truth or Way or work of his, Oh what a provocation would this be? It is a day wherein the Lord hath been Riding Circuit, cc pns12 vmd vbi av av-j j, cc vvi, cc vvi po12 n1, c-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f png31, uh r-crq dt n1 vmd d vbi? pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn vvg n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
378 and making proof of all Ranks and degrees of men, and he hath found them Liars; and making proof of all Ranks and Degrees of men, and he hath found them Liars; cc vvg n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno32 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
379 Mean men have been vanity, and men of high degree a lie; they have professed for Reformation, and to be for the interest of Holiness and Gospel-worship, Mean men have been vanity, and men of high degree a lie; they have professed for Reformation, and to be for the Interest of Holiness and Gospel worship, j n2 vhb vbn n1, cc n2 pp-f j n1 dt n1; pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
380 and for the just Liberties of the Lords people, but in an hour of temptation he hath found them Liars: Now what doth New-England say? Will ye also go away? Let such a question tend to establish your hearts the more; and for the just Liberties of the lords people, but in an hour of temptation he hath found them Liars: Now what does New england say? Will you also go away? Let such a question tend to establish your hearts the more; cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno32 n2: av q-crq vdz np1 vvb? vmb pn22 av vvi av? vvb d dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2 dt av-dc; (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
381 as it was the issue thereof upon the Disciples, Joh. 6. 67, 68, 69. It will be a woful day indeed, as it was the issue thereof upon the Disciples, John 6. 67, 68, 69. It will be a woeful day indeed, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 av p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 av, (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
382 when the Lord shall take up those words of witness against us, Isa. 1. 2, 3. It will be a doleful thing to be of a broken credit with God, when the Lord shall take up those words of witness against us, Isaiah 1. 2, 3. It will be a doleful thing to be of a broken credit with God, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt vvn n1 p-acp np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
383 and for the Lord to pronounce us B•nkrupts. If we frustrate the Lords Expectations, he will cut off ours. The one contains in it the greatest aggravations of sin, and the other of punishment. and for the Lord to pronounce us B•nkrupts. If we frustrate the lords Expectations, he will Cut off ours. The one contains in it the greatest aggravations of since, and the other of punishment. cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 n2-jn. cs pns12 vvb dt n2 n2, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp png12. dt crd vvz p-acp pn31 dt js n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
384 We cannot make God miserable by the one, (for of these stones he can raise up children unto Abraham) but we shall be miserable with a witness in the execution of the other upon us. We cannot make God miserable by the one, (for of these stones he can raise up children unto Abraham) but we shall be miserable with a witness in the execution of the other upon us. pns12 vmbx vvi np1 j p-acp dt crd, (c-acp pp-f d n2 pns31 vmb vvi a-acp n2 p-acp np1) p-acp pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
385 It hath been the glory and the glorying of the Lords people, that they have made no defection from him, no not in the saddest times, Psal. 44. 17, 18, 19. Let the same thing be our glory and our glorying. It hath been the glory and the glorying of the lords people, that they have made no defection from him, no not in the Saddest times, Psalm 44. 17, 18, 19. Let the same thing be our glory and our glorying. pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 cc dt vvg pp-f dt n2 n1, cst pns32 vhb vvn dx n1 p-acp pno31, uh-dx xx p-acp dt js n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvb dt d n1 vbb po12 n1 cc po12 vvg. (5) observation (DIV2) 72 Page 25
386 In the further pressing of this Exhortation, let me a little more particularly direct my self, 1. To the Remainders of the Ancient Stock amongst us. In the further pressing of this Exhortation, let me a little more particularly Direct my self, 1. To the Remainders of the Ancient Stock among us. p-acp dt av-jc vvg pp-f d n1, vvb pno11 dt j av-dc av-j vvi po11 n1, crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 73 Page 25
387 2. To the present Generation. 3. To our Honoured Leaders and Rulers. 2. To the present Generation. 3. To our Honoured Leaders and Rulers. crd p-acp dt j n1. crd p-acp po12 j-vvn n2 cc n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 73 Page 25
388 First, Ʋnto those who are yet abiding with us of the first generation of the Lords faithful Servants, those Plants of Renown wherewith God set his Garden here at the first. First, Ʋnto those who Are yet abiding with us of the First generation of the lords faithful Servants, those Plants of Renown wherewith God Set his Garden Here At the First. ord, av d r-crq vbr av vvg p-acp pno12 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 j n2, d n2 pp-f n1 c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 av p-acp dt ord. (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 25
389 Let me speak a few words unto you Fathers, because you have known that which was from the beginning; Let me speak a few words unto you Father's, Because you have known that which was from the beginning; vvb pno11 vvi dt d n2 p-acp pn22 n2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn d r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 25
390 you may take up the Apostle John 's expressions, and say, That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, you may take up the Apostle John is expressions, and say, That which was from the beginning, which we have herd, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, pn22 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 np1 vbz n2, cc vvi, cst r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 25
391 and our hands have handled of the Cause and •nterest of God in this Wilderness. You have had a long and large Experience of things; and our hands have handled of the Cause and •nterest of God in this Wilderness. You have had a long and large Experience of things; cc po12 n2 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. pn22 vhb vhn dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 25
392 you have seen all the great works which the Lord hath done for this people; you have been long rooted and satiated in the House of the Lord: you have seen all the great works which the Lord hath done for this people; you have been long rooted and satiated in the House of the Lord: pn22 vhb vvn d dt j n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp d n1; pn22 vhb vbn av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
393 As you ought to be, and are, so we esteem of you, and account you to be as a Crown and an Honour in the midst of us: As you ought to be, and Are, so we esteem of you, and account you to be as a Crown and an Honour in the midst of us: c-acp pn22 vmd pc-acp vbi, cc vbr, av pns12 vvb pp-f pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt vvb cc dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12: (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
394 Trials you have seen, and trials you may yet further see, but your Triumph is now at hand. Trials you have seen, and trials you may yet further see, but your Triumph is now At hand. n2 pn22 vhb vvn, cc n2 pn22 vmb av jc vvb, cc-acp po22 vvb vbz av p-acp n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
395 You have by this time parted with the most and the choicest of your Contemporaries, your Companions in the foundations of the work of Christ here; You have by this time parted with the most and the Choicest of your Contemporaries, your Sodales in the foundations of the work of christ Here; pn22 vhb p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp dt ds cc dt js pp-f po22 n2-jn, po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
396 And your eyes behold this day, that another Generation is risen up, and begin to stand thick upon the Stage; And your eyes behold this day, that Another Generation is risen up, and begin to stand thick upon the Stage; cc po22 n2 vvb d n1, cst j-jn n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc vvb pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
397 and that, even of them, there is one, to whose lot it falls to speak to you in the Name of the Lord this day. and that, even of them, there is one, to whose lot it falls to speak to you in the Name of the Lord this day. cc cst, av pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbz pi, p-acp rg-crq n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
398 Now what is the sum of your desires, and would be the chief and top of your joyes, Now what is the sum of your Desires, and would be the chief and top of your Joys, av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc vmd vbi dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f po22 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
399 as to those you must shortly leave behinde you? Is it not that your children after you may be found walking in the truth, owning the Covenant of God, maintaining and upholding the same Interest of Holiness and Reformation wherein you have been engaged before us? Then suffer the word of Exhortation in a few words; as to those you must shortly leave behind you? Is it not that your children After you may be found walking in the truth, owning the Covenant of God, maintaining and upholding the same Interest of Holiness and Reformation wherein you have been engaged before us? Then suffer the word of Exhortation in a few words; c-acp p-acp d pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22? vbz pn31 xx d po22 n2 p-acp pn22 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg cc vvg dt d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-crq pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno12? av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt d n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
400 And the Lord help you to consider the season; And the Lord help you to Consider the season; cc dt n1 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
401 Your season, who have not long to be Examples, and as the Salt in the midst of us; Your season, who have not long to be Examples, and as the Salt in the midst of us; po22 n1, r-crq vhb xx av-j pc-acp vbi n2, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
402 and our season, who have not long to enjoy you. and our season, who have not long to enjoy you. cc po12 n1, r-crq vhb xx av-j pc-acp vvi pn22. (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
403 O believe much and pray much for your Successors in the Cause and work of God; O believe much and pray much for your Successors in the Cause and work of God; sy vvb d cc vvb d p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
404 shew forth and declare all the works of God unto your Children; Charge and adjure them to keep the Covenant of the Lord their God; show forth and declare all the works of God unto your Children; Charge and adjure them to keep the Covenant of the Lord their God; vvb av cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2; vvb cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po32 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
405 forewarn them of such wayes and courses and persons, as you know, upon sufficient experience, to be destructive to the peace and beauty of our Zion. As long as you are in this Tabernacle, stir them up by putting them in remembrance, that they may be established in all those truths and practices, which to own and abide in hath been New-Englands glory, and must be its preservatian and safety in whatever times are coming upon us. forewarn them of such ways and courses and Persons, as you know, upon sufficient experience, to be destructive to the peace and beauty of our Zion. As long as you Are in this Tabernacle, stir them up by putting them in remembrance, that they may be established in all those truths and practices, which to own and abide in hath been New-Englands glory, and must be its preservatian and safety in whatever times Are coming upon us. vvb pno32 pp-f d n2 cc n2 cc n2, c-acp pn22 vvb, p-acp j n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 np1. p-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d d n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp d cc vvi a-acp vhz vbn npg1 n1, cc vmb vbi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvg p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
406 You know what Examples unto this purpose you have in Moses and Joshua and David; The Lord plant in you the same love and zeal and care for the Name of God and the welfare of your Posterity, before you go hence and be seen no more. You know what Examples unto this purpose you have in Moses and joshua and David; The Lord plant in you the same love and zeal and care for the Name of God and the welfare of your Posterity, before you go hence and be seen no more. pn22 vvb r-crq n2 p-acp d n1 pn22 vhb p-acp np1 cc np1 cc np1; dt n1 vvi p-acp pn22 dt d n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp pn22 vvb av cc vbb vvn av-dx av-dc. (5) observation (DIV2) 74 Page 26
407 Secondly, Ʋnto those who are the Generation risen and rising up in the midst of us. Secondly, Ʋnto those who Are the Generation risen and rising up in the midst of us. ord, av d r-crq vbr dt n1 vvn cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 75 Page 26
408 Suffer me, my Brethren and Companions, who am one of you, to direct this word of the Lord unto you also this day. Suffer me, my Brothers and Sodales, who am one of you, to Direct this word of the Lord unto you also this day. vvb pno11, po11 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr crd pp-f pn22, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22 av d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 75 Page 26
409 It is we that begin now to be the Body and Bulk of this people every where, It is we that begin now to be the Body and Bulk of this people every where, pn31 vbz pns12 cst vvb av pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 d q-crq, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
410 and to stand up in the room of those that are gone before us; and to stand up in the room of those that Are gone before us; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
411 How well we do or shall fill the same, the Searcher of all hearts he knows. How well we do or shall fill the same, the Searcher of all hearts he knows. q-crq av pns12 vdb cc vmb vvi dt d, dt n1 pp-f d n2 pns31 vvz. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
412 This is sure, that the work of God, and his Name, and his Expectations of great things, do this day descend upon us; This is sure, that the work of God, and his Name, and his Expectations of great things, do this day descend upon us; d vbz j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n2 pp-f j n2, vdb d n1 vvi p-acp pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
413 even of us hath the Lord also spoken it, Surely These are my people too, children that will not lie; even of us hath the Lord also spoken it, Surely These Are my people too, children that will not lie; av pp-f pno12 vhz dt n1 av vvn pn31, av-j d vbr po11 n1 av, n2 cst vmb xx vvi; (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
414 for his Covenant is commanded unto many Generations. It is high time then for us to be thorowly awakened; for his Covenant is commanded unto many Generations. It is high time then for us to be thoroughly awakened; p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2. pn31 vbz j n1 av p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn; (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
415 It is high time for us to stand up, solemnly to receive the charge, and blessing of the Lord our God, It is high time for us to stand up, solemnly to receive the charge, and blessing of the Lord our God, pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp, av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
416 and of his faithful Servants that are departing from us. and of his faithful Servants that Are departing from us. cc pp-f po31 j n2 cst vbr vvg p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
417 It is high time for us to prepare the shoulder in good earnest, and to give our necks to the yoke of God, that we may not be a fruitless, a faithless, a perverse Generation. It is high time for us to prepare the shoulder in good earnest, and to give our necks to the yoke of God, that we may not be a fruitless, a faithless, a perverse Generation. pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi dt j, dt j, dt j n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
418 It is true indeed that there are through grace some first Ripe Grapes to be found amongst us, (though of such the Lord hath been snatching away some, (as of late) clusters in which the new wine was found, and much of the blessing of our Vine contained) but why should we frustrate the Lord of that full vintage which he justly expects from our Generation. It is true indeed that there Are through grace Some First Ripe Grapes to be found among us, (though of such the Lord hath been snatching away Some, (as of late) clusters in which the new wine was found, and much of the blessing of our Vine contained) but why should we frustrate the Lord of that full vintage which he justly expects from our Generation. pn31 vbz j av d pc-acp vbr p-acp n1 d ord vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, (cs pp-f d dt n1 vhz vbn vvg av d, (c-acp pp-f av-j) n2 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vbds vvn, cc d pp-f dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 vvn) cc-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1 r-crq pns31 av-j vvz p-acp po12 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
419 My Brethren, we are the Seed of such as are and have been the friends of God; we are the Children of the Covenant and of the Kingdome; O that all that see us might acknowledge, that indeed we are the seed which the Lord hath blessed. My Brothers, we Are the Seed of such as Are and have been the Friends of God; we Are the Children of the Covenant and of the Kingdom; Oh that all that see us might acknowledge, that indeed we Are the seed which the Lord hath blessed. po11 n2, pns12 vbr dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr cc vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f np1; pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1; uh cst d cst vvb pno12 vmd vvi, cst av pns12 vbr dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
420 O that we might be as that seed spoken of and promised Isa. 44. 3, 4, 5. upon which the Lord will pour his Spirit, and they shall spring up among the grass, as willows by the water-courses. Oh that we might be as that seed spoken of and promised Isaiah 44. 3, 4, 5. upon which the Lord will pour his Spirit, and they shall spring up among the grass, as willows by the Water-courses. uh cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp d n1 vvn pp-f cc vvd np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 p-acp dt n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
421 One shall say, I am the Lords, and another shall call himself by the name of Jacob, One shall say, I am the lords, and Another shall call himself by the name of Jacob, pi vmb vvi, pns11 vbm dt n2, cc j-jn vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
422 and another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord, and surname himself by the name of Israel. and Another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord, and surname himself by the name of Israel. cc j-jn vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
423 O inexcusable we if it be not thus! Oh inexcusable we if it be not thus! uh j pns12 cs pn31 vbb xx av! (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
424 Were our fathers as a noble vine, and shall we be as the degenerate plant of a strange vine? shall our vine be of the vine of Sodom, Were our Father's as a noble vine, and shall we be as the degenerate plant of a strange vine? shall our vine be of the vine of Sodom, np1 po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb pns12 vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1? vmb po12 n1 vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
425 and of the fields of Gomorrah? were they as the best and choicest wine cheering God and man, and shall we be as the sowrest vinegar? shall our wine be as the poison of dragons? Shall all those precious things of God in this Wilderness, which were so savoury and sweet unto our fathers, and of the fields of Gomorrah? were they as the best and Choicest wine cheering God and man, and shall we be as the sourest vinegar? shall our wine be as the poison of dragons? Shall all those precious things of God in this Wilderness, which were so savoury and sweet unto our Father's, cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1? vbdr pns32 p-acp dt js cc js n1 vvg np1 cc n1, cc vmb pns12 vbi p-acp dt js n1? vmb po12 n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? vmb d d j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbdr av j cc j p-acp po12 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
426 and for the enjoyment of which, they made their bargain with God, and gave up their All elswhere, shall these be unto us their Children, and for the enjoyment of which, they made their bargain with God, and gave up their All elsewhere, shall these be unto us their Children, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd a-acp po32 d av, vmb d vbi p-acp pno12 po32 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 27
427 as sapless, savourless, husky things so quickly? shall we so soon say of them, What good shall this Birthright do us? Shall the world, as sapless, savourless, husky things so quickly? shall we so soon say of them, What good shall this Birthright do us? Shall the world, c-acp j, j, j n2 av av-j? vmb pns12 av av vvb pp-f pno32, q-crq j vmb d n1 vdb pno12? vmb dt n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
428 and lusts and sins, and vain liberties and new notions be more sweet unto us and thirsted after, and Lustiest and Sins, and vain Liberties and new notions be more sweet unto us and thirsted After, cc n2 cc n2, cc j n2 cc j n2 vbb av-dc j p-acp pno12 cc vvd a-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
429 then Christ and Word and Ordinances, then strict and godly Government, then the wings of Gods Covenant, then christ and Word and Ordinances, then strict and godly Government, then the wings of God's Covenant, cs np1 cc n1 cc n2, av j cc j n1, cs dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
430 then the labour and service of the House of God? God forbid. then the labour and service of the House of God? God forbid. cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 vvb. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
431 When God first began to keep House in this Wilderness, it was furnished with the choicest Houshold-stuff; When God First began to keep House in this Wilderness, it was furnished with the Choicest household stuff; c-crq np1 ord vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt js n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
432 He had much Plate and Jewels, and other such precious things, Vessels of Gold and of Silver; He had much Plate and Jewels, and other such precious things, Vessels of Gold and of Silver; pns31 vhd d n1 cc n2, cc j-jn d j n2, n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
433 shall we now rise up to fill his House with meer Lumber, worthless cumbersome sorry stuff, that will by no one be look'd after in a day of burning, shall we now rise up to fill his House with mere Lumber, worthless cumbersome sorry stuff, that will by no one be looked After in a day of burning, vmb pns12 av vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n1, j j j n1, cst vmb p-acp dx crd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
434 nor by any one lamented though consumed in the fire? Shall not we bid as much as any in the world for an Interest in the Lord God of our fathers? for such an Interest in him as our fathers had in God? Shall not this be more to us then this whole Wilderness, nor by any one lamented though consumed in the fire? Shall not we bid as much as any in the world for an Interest in the Lord God of our Father's? for such an Interest in him as our Father's had in God? Shall not this be more to us then this Whole Wilderness, ccx p-acp d pi vvd c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1? vmb xx pns12 vvi p-acp d c-acp d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f po12 n2? p-acp d dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2 vhd p-acp np1? vmb xx d vbi n1 p-acp pno12 av d j-jn n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
435 yea then the whole World can give to us beside? for the Lords sake let us not be of any other frame. yea then the Whole World can give to us beside? for the lords sake let us not be of any other frame. uh av dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 a-acp? p-acp dt n2 n1 vvb pno12 xx vbi pp-f d j-jn n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
436 Let not the words of this Exhortation rise up as a Testimony against any of you. Let not the words of this Exhortation rise up as a Testimony against any of you. vvb xx dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pn22. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
437 And that they may not, but that we may be found Children that will not lie, there are these Directions, omitting sundry others that might have been given. And that they may not, but that we may be found Children that will not lie, there Are these Directions, omitting sundry Others that might have been given. cc cst pns32 vmb xx, cc-acp cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn n2 cst vmb xx vvi, a-acp vbr d n2, vvg j n2-jn cst vmd vhi vbn vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 76 Page 28
438 1. Make conscience, not onely of being rightly informed in that cause of God which we are here wrapt up in, 1. Make conscience, not only of being rightly informed in that cause of God which we Are Here wrapped up in, crd n1 n1, xx av-j pp-f vbg av-jn vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
439 and in adhering whereunto the Lord hath hitherto preserved and blessed his Churches and people, but also of getting a sight and view of the divine beauty and glory thereof. and in adhering whereunto the Lord hath hitherto preserved and blessed his Churches and people, but also of getting a sighed and view of the divine beauty and glory thereof. cc p-acp vvg c-crq dt n1 vhz av vvn cc vvn po31 n2 cc n1, cc-acp av pp-f vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 av. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
440 There is nothing short of true and real glory, divine spiritual glory, that can chain fast our Souls to the Cause of God, There is nothing short of true and real glory, divine spiritual glory, that can chain fast our Souls to the Cause of God, pc-acp vbz pix j pp-f j cc j n1, j-jn j n1, cst vmb vvi av-j po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
441 so as to own and cleave to it in sincerity at this day. so as to own and cleave to it in sincerity At this day. av c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
442 When God carried out Abraham into another Land, he appeared to him as a God of glory, Acts 7. 2. so did God appear unto our fathers in the way wherein he led them hither, When God carried out Abraham into Another Land, he appeared to him as a God of glory, Acts 7. 2. so did God appear unto our Father's in the Way wherein he led them hither, c-crq np1 vvd av np1 p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 crd crd av vdd np1 vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 av, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
443 and in the Cause for which: and in the Cause for which: cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq: (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
444 Thus must he appear to us also, if ever we abide stedfast with him in that Cause. Thus must he appear to us also, if ever we abide steadfast with him in that Cause. av vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno12 av, cs av pns12 vvb j p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
445 It is therefore a most sweet Petition that the Church makes Psal. 90. 16, 17. Let thy work appear unto thy servants, It is Therefore a most sweet Petition that the Church makes Psalm 90. 16, 17. Let thy work appear unto thy Servants, pn31 vbz av dt av-ds j vvb cst dt n1 vvz np1 crd crd, crd vvb po21 n1 vvi p-acp po21 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
446 and thy Glory unto their children. Babylon paints her face anew at this day; and thy Glory unto their children. Babylon paints her face anew At this day; cc po21 n1 p-acp po32 n2. np1 vvz po31 n1 av p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
447 Antichrist hath varnished his Interest, so that there are many who are allured and taken with the beauty of that Harlot; Antichrist hath varnished his Interest, so that there Are many who Are allured and taken with the beauty of that Harlot; np1 vhz vvn po31 n1, av cst a-acp vbr d r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 28
448 O let us beg of God that we may behold the beauty and the glory of His Cause & Interest amongst us: Oh let us beg of God that we may behold the beauty and the glory of His Cause & Interest among us: uh vvb pno12 vvi pp-f np1 cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12: (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
449 And truly as to this Cause and Interest of God, there can be no other foundations laid then those which have been laid. And truly as to this Cause and Interest of God, there can be no other foundations laid then those which have been laid. cc av-j c-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx j-jn n2 vvn av d r-crq vhb vbn vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
450 N-Englands true & main Interest, the Cause of Christ in his Churches here, It is a fixed unalterable thing: N-Englands true & main Interest, the Cause of christ in his Churches Here, It is a fixed unalterable thing: npg1 j cc j n1, dt vvb pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 av, pn31 vbz dt j-vvn j n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
451 It is not now to be found out by any New Light. But alas, how many of us grow up and never get one real view of the glory of it? of whom that complaint may be taken up Deut. 29. 4. We have not unto this day had an heart to perceive, It is not now to be found out by any New Light. But alas, how many of us grow up and never get one real view of the glory of it? of whom that complaint may be taken up Deuteronomy 29. 4. We have not unto this day had an heart to perceive, pn31 vbz xx av pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp d j n1. cc-acp uh, c-crq d pp-f pno12 vvi a-acp cc av-x vvb crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31? pp-f ro-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 crd crd pns12 vhb xx p-acp d n1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
452 or eyes to see, or ears to hear, no not unto this day. or eyes to see, or ears to hear, no not unto this day. cc n2 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi, dx xx p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
453 Let us take heed of enquiring of or listning, in this matter, unto the determinations and glosses of such as have had no standing in the wayes of God here, Let us take heed of inquiring of or listening, in this matter, unto the determinations and Glosses of such as have had no standing in the ways of God Here, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f vvg pp-f cc vvg, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d c-acp vhb vhn dx vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 av, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
454 but have been grafted in upon By-Accounts, or move in the Excentrick Orb of some Private Interest distinct from that of the whole. but have been grafted in upon By-Accounts, or move in the Eccentric Orb of Some Private Interest distinct from that of the Whole. cc-acp vhb vbn vvn p-acp p-acp n2, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n1 j p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
455 And let us also lay down this as a Rule; And let us also lay down this as a Rule; cc vvb pno12 av vvi a-acp d c-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
456 That whatsoever it is that hath been unanimously Rejected and Condemned in its claims by the Acknowledged Eminentest Reformers in each Age, That whatsoever it is that hath been unanimously Rejected and Condemned in its claims by the Acknowledged Eminentest Reformers in each Age, cst r-crq pn31 vbz cst vhz vbn av-j vvd cc vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt vvn js n2 p-acp d n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
457 since the Apostacy of Antichrist prevailed, This can never in these our dayes justifie its Title to that Cause of Christ that is to be maintained and contended for, Jer. 6. 16. 2. Let us stand feelingly under the weight of all those Engagements that lye upon us to be an upright Generation unto God. since the Apostasy of Antichrist prevailed, This can never in these our days justify its Title to that Cause of christ that is to be maintained and contended for, Jer. 6. 16. 2. Let us stand feelingly under the weight of all those Engagements that lie upon us to be an upright Generation unto God. c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, d vmb av-x p-acp d po12 n2 vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd crd vvb pno12 vvi av-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2 cst vvb p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 77 Page 29
458 The Lord hath laid all manner of Engagements upon us; By his Covenant, into the bond whereof we are brought; The Lord hath laid all manner of Engagements upon us; By his Covenant, into the bound whereof we Are brought; dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12; p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn; (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
459 By all his Messengers and Servants whom he hath sent, rising up early and sending them; By all his Messengers and Servants whom he hath sent, rising up early and sending them; p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vvg a-acp av-j cc vvg pno32; (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
460 By his Providences from the beginning; By his Providences from the beginning; p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
461 Ours are All the Salvations, the Experiences, the Miracles of Mercy and of Preservation that have been bestowed upon this people and the Cause of God here at any time, Ours Are All the Salvations, the Experiences, the Miracles of Mercy and of Preservation that have been bestowed upon this people and the Cause of God Here At any time, png12 vbr d dt n2, dt n2, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp d n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp d n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
462 yea though we were not then born, Hos. 12. 4, 5. And we have laid Engagements upon our selves; yea though we were not then born, Hos. 12. 4, 5. And we have laid Engagements upon our selves; uh cs pns12 vbdr xx av vvn, np1 crd crd, crd cc pns12 vhb vvn n2 p-acp po12 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
463 we have said that we would be the Lords: we have said that we would be the lords: pns12 vhb vvn cst pns12 vmd vbi dt n2: (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
464 and O what a God is it that we have engaged our selves so solemnly unto? A God All sufficient. Surely our Fathers have not inherited lies or vanity, and things wherein there is no profit, in inheriting that God for their portion unto whom we as their Children have Covenanted our selves. and Oh what a God is it that we have engaged our selves so solemnly unto? A God All sufficient. Surely our Father's have not inherited lies or vanity, and things wherein there is no profit, in inheriting that God for their portion unto whom we as their Children have Covenanted our selves. cc uh r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 cst pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2 av av-j p-acp? dt np1 d j. av-j po12 n2 vhb xx vvn n2 cc n1, cc n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, p-acp vvg cst np1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 p-acp po32 n2 vhb vvn po12 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 78 Page 29
465 3. Take heed of thinking it an casie matter to serve the Lord God of our Fathers, 3. Take heed of thinking it an casie matter to serve the Lord God of our Father's, crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 pp-f po12 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 29
466 and to answer his Expectations of us. and to answer his Expectations of us. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 pp-f pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 29
467 To have such a vain thought lodging in us, would be to us a foundation of Ruine. To have such a vain Thought lodging in us, would be to us a Foundation of Ruin. p-acp vhi d dt j vvn n1 p-acp pno12, vmd vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 29
468 The God of New-England, the God of pure Ordinances and Churches and Worship is a Consuming fire. The Angel of the Lords Presence with us will not pardon our iniquities. The God of New england, the God of pure Ordinances and Churches and Worship is a Consuming fire. The Angel of the lords Presence with us will not pardon our iniquities. dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 cc n1 vbz dt vvg n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp pno12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 30
469 Joshua puts the Rising generation in minde of this solemn truth, Josh. 24. 19, 20. Those that have gone before us in the Cause of God here, who and what were they? Certainly choice and pick'd ones, whom he eminently prepared and trained up and qualified for this Service; joshua puts the Rising generation in mind of this solemn truth, Josh. 24. 19, 20. Those that have gone before us in the Cause of God Here, who and what were they? Certainly choice and picked ones, whom he eminently prepared and trained up and qualified for this Service; np1 vvz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1, np1 crd crd, crd d cst vhb vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av, r-crq cc q-crq vbdr pns32? av-j n1 cc vvd pi2, ro-crq pns31 av-j vvd cc vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 30
470 They were Worthies, men of singular Accomplishments, and of long and great Experience; They were Worthies, men of singular Accomplishments, and of long and great Experience; pns32 vbdr n2-j, n2 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f j cc j n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 30
471 yet did they walk with fear and trembling before the Lord in the sense of their own nothingness and insufficiency for the Work here to be done. yet did they walk with Fear and trembling before the Lord in the sense of their own nothingness and insufficiency for the Work Here to be done. av vdd pns32 vvi p-acp n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vbi vdn. (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 30
472 But we, poor we, alas what are we! we want many seasonings which our Fathers had, we are poor raw things; But we, poor we, alas what Are we! we want many seasonings which our Father's had, we Are poor raw things; p-acp pns12, j pns12, uh q-crq vbr pns12! pns12 vvb d n2-vvg r-crq po12 n2 vhd, pns12 vbr j j n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 30
473 we want those eminent Conversions, those Schools of Experience, those Opportunities and Advantages of gaining Knowledge, &c. which they had. we want those eminent Conversions, those Schools of Experience, those Opportunities and Advantages of gaining Knowledge, etc. which they had. pns12 vvb d j n2, d n2 pp-f n1, d n2 cc n2 pp-f j-vvg n1, av r-crq pns32 vhd. (5) observation (DIV2) 79 Page 30
474 4. Look after the Root of the matter in your Souls. There are many empty outside Custom born Christians now adayes: 4. Look After the Root of the matter in your Souls. There Are many empty outside Custom born Christians now adays: crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po22 n2. pc-acp vbr d j n1-an n1 vvb np1 av av: (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
475 A day of temptation will discover what such as these will come to, when they are catcht in Satans snares, A day of temptation will discover what such as these will come to, when they Are catched in Satan snares, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi r-crq d c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp, c-crq pns32 vbr vvd p-acp npg1 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
476 and become the Reproach of the Gospel and of a good Cause. and become the Reproach of the Gospel and of a good Cause. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt j n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
477 O let us get good sound Principles, for want whereof the Profession of so many hath run it self out of breath, O let us get good found Principles, for want whereof the Profession of so many hath run it self out of breath, sy vvb pno12 vvi j j n2, p-acp n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f av d vhz vvn pn31 n1 av pp-f n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
478 and broke its neck in these dayes. It hath been said that a loose Protestant is fit to become a strict Papist. and broke its neck in these days. It hath been said that a lose Protestant is fit to become a strict Papist. cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n2. pn31 vhz vbn vvn d dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j njp. (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
479 A formal ungrounded Professor, he will be fit for Satans turn in these dayes. A formal ungrounded Professor, he will be fit for Satan turn in these days. dt j j n1, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp npg1 vvb p-acp d n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
480 O get to be sincere in your Principles, that your Repentance may be thorow Repentance, your Humiliation deep, your Faith of the operation of God, your Love to God and his wayes and people, a fruit of Gods love in Christ unto your souls; O get to be sincere in your Principles, that your Repentance may be thorough Repentance, your Humiliation deep, your Faith of the operation of God, your Love to God and his ways and people, a fruit of God's love in christ unto your Souls; sy vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp po22 n2, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, po22 n1 j-jn, po22 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, po22 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
481 It must be such a generation that must save New-Englands All. Don't boast it of being Abrahams Children; do not challenge & lay claim to the distinguishing Priviledges of the House of God in the pride and unhumbledness of your hearts. It must be such a generation that must save New-Englands All. Don't boast it of being Abrahams Children; do not challenge & lay claim to the distinguishing Privileges of the House of God in the pride and unhumbledness of your hearts. pn31 vmb vbi d dt n1 cst vmb vvi npg1 d vdbx vvi pn31 pp-f vbg npg1 n2; vdb xx vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
482 Take heed of moving on in the wayes of God upon the strength of bare convictions and external motives only, Take heed of moving on in the ways of God upon the strength of bore convictions and external motives only, vvb n1 pp-f vvg a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2 av-j, (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
483 whilest indeed such wayes are most unsuitable unto your unrenewed frame within, and to your spirits, whilst indeed such ways Are most unsuitable unto your unrenewed frame within, and to your spirits, cs av d n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp po22 j-vvn n1 p-acp, cc p-acp po22 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
484 as yet unsubdued to the yoke of Christ, by any Gospel power making of them willing in the day thereof. as yet unsubdued to the yoke of christ, by any Gospel power making of them willing in the day thereof. c-acp av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 n1 vvg pp-f pno32 j p-acp dt n1 av. (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 30
485 If you have a name only to live, you will in the issue fall down among the slain of the Lord, I mean slain under spiritual Judgements, who shall be many in these dayes wherein we live. If you have a name only to live, you will in the issue fallen down among the slave of the Lord, I mean slave under spiritual Judgments, who shall be many in these days wherein we live. cs pn22 vhb dt vvb av-j pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n-vvn pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb vvn p-acp j n2, r-crq vmb vbi d p-acp d n2 c-crq pns12 vvb. (5) observation (DIV2) 80 Page 31
486 5. Take heed of and watch against all the various steps, degrees, methods whereby men come to forsake and turn off from the Lord and his wayes. 1. Men use the Ordinance of God slightly and carelesly, 2 King. 10. 31. they dwell in Zion, but are strangers to the well-springs that are there. 5. Take heed of and watch against all the various steps, Degrees, methods whereby men come to forsake and turn off from the Lord and his ways. 1. Men use the Ordinance of God slightly and carelessly, 2 King. 10. 31. they dwell in Zion, but Are Strangers to the wellsprings that Are there. crd vvb n1 pp-f cc vvi p-acp d dt j n2, n2, n2 c-crq n2 vvb p-acp vvb cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2. crd np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j cc av-j, crd n1. crd crd pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp. (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
487 Under the fulness of Ordinances they look not after that which their souls may eat & drink, and be spiritually satiated with. Under the fullness of Ordinances they look not After that which their Souls may eat & drink, and be spiritually satiated with. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vvb xx p-acp d r-crq po32 n2 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vbb av-j vvn p-acp. (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
488 Church-watch, fellowship, discipline does them no real inward good. 2. Now me• grow secretly weary of all these things, Church-watch, fellowship, discipline does them no real inward good. 2. Now me• grow secretly weary of all these things, n1, n1, n1 vdz pno32 dx j j j. crd av n1 vvb av-jn j pp-f d d n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
489 as of a garment that warms not, and bread that strengthens not; as of a garment that warms not, and bred that strengthens not; c-acp pp-f dt n1 cst vvz xx, cc n1 cst vvz xx; (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
490 they are not tyed by the heart-strings to pure Ordinances and Worship, and to a godly Government. 3. Now men begin to question the ground and warrant of things. they Are not tied by the heartstrings to pure Ordinances and Worship, and to a godly Government. 3. Now men begin to question the ground and warrant of things. pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp j n2 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1. crd av n2 vvb p-acp vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
491 4. Now they hearken after Objections, and what may be cavill'd against the Wayes and Institutions of God. 5. Now they are imposed upon by deceitful workers; 4. Now they harken After Objections, and what may be caviled against the Ways and Institutions of God. 5. Now they Are imposed upon by deceitful workers; crd av pns32 vvb p-acp n2, cc r-crq vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. crd av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp j n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
492 they greedily listen unto what may be said for the wayes and institutions, courses and customes of men. 6. Now they take offence at persons and things, they greedily listen unto what may be said for the ways and institutions, courses and customs of men. 6. Now they take offence At Persons and things, pns32 av-j vvb p-acp r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. crd av pns32 vvb n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
493 and suffer their spirits to be imbittered. 7. Now being given up by God, they fall quite off; Men gather them, they are joyned in with the Instruments of Satan, and suffer their spirits to be imbittered. 7. Now being given up by God, they fallen quite off; Men gather them, they Are joined in with the Instruments of Satan, cc vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. crd av vbg vvn a-acp p-acp np1, pns32 vvb av a-acp; n2 vvb pno32, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
494 and turn Ʋnderminers at least, if not open Persecutors. O take heed and watch against all these things. and turn Ʋnderminers At least, if not open Persecutors. Oh take heed and watch against all these things. cc vvi n2 p-acp ds, cs xx j n2. uh vvb n1 cc vvi p-acp d d n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
495 Enquire after all the first warpings of your hearts and spirits; be not ignorant of Satans devices. Inquire After all the First warp of your hearts and spirits; be not ignorant of Satan devices. vvb p-acp d dt ord vvb pp-f po22 n2 cc n2; vbb xx j pp-f npg1 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 81 Page 31
496 6. Maintain a Reverend and High Esteem of godly Leaders, Civil and Spiritual Guides, and be subject to them in the Lord. 6. Maintain a Reverend and High Esteem of godly Leaders, Civil and Spiritual Guides, and be Subject to them in the Lord. crd vvb dt n-jn cc j vvb pp-f j n2, j cc j n2, cc vbb j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 82 Page 31
497 Account regular subjection to be an excellent thing; Account regular subjection to be an excellent thing; vvb j n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 82 Page 31
498 and that a pliableness and yieldableness in this, carries an excellency of spirit along with it. and that a pliableness and yieldableness in this, carries an excellency of Spirit along with it. cc cst dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp p-acp pn31. (5) observation (DIV2) 82 Page 31
499 There is not only excellent Humility, but excellent Wisdome also in such a course. There is not only excellent Humility, but excellent Wisdom also in such a course. pc-acp vbz xx av-j j n1, p-acp j n1 av p-acp d dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 82 Page 31
500 The Order of God both in Civils and Ecclesiasticals, duely Acknowledged, Reverenced, submitted unto in the Lord, will bring so great a blessing with it of peace, gracious guidance, a happy issue in difficult cases, The Order of God both in Civils and Ecclesiasticals, duly Acknowledged, Reverenced, submitted unto in the Lord, will bring so great a blessing with it of peace, gracious guidance, a happy issue in difficult cases, dt vvb pp-f np1 av-d p-acp np1 cc n2-j, av-jn vvn, vvn, vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi av j dt n1 p-acp pn31 pp-f n1, j n1, dt j n1 p-acp j n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 82 Page 31
501 and settlement, as too too often we have too much self and carnal wisdome and too little faith to believe. and settlement, as too too often we have too much self and carnal Wisdom and too little faith to believe. cc n1, c-acp av av av pns12 vhb av d n1 cc j n1 cc av j n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 82 Page 31
502 7. Plead and improve the Lords Covenant with you, and in special your Baptism, the first Seal of that Covenant, that you may be established and made faithful with the Lord therein. 7. Plead and improve the lords Covenant with you, and in special your Baptism, the First Seal of that Covenant, that you may be established and made faithful with the Lord therein. crd vvb cc vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp pn22, cc p-acp j po22 n1, dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn cc vvd j p-acp dt n1 av. (5) observation (DIV2) 83 Page 31
503 If we forget and neglect the Lord in that wherein he begins with us, and first visibly takes hold of us, no wonder if we make no progress, If we forget and neglect the Lord in that wherein he begins with us, and First visibly Takes hold of us, no wonder if we make no progress, cs pns12 vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cc ord av-j vvz n1 pp-f pno12, dx n1 cs pns12 vvb dx n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 83 Page 32
504 but sit loose from God all our dayes. but fit lose from God all our days. cc-acp vvb j p-acp np1 d po12 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 83 Page 32
505 These are the Directions that I would leave with you in the name and fear of the great God to be thought of and put in practice. These Are the Directions that I would leave with you in the name and Fear of the great God to be Thought of and put in practice. d vbr dt n2 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f cc vvi p-acp n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 84 Page 32
506 There is a Consideration or two whereby I would yet further back this Branch of the Exhortation unto you of the Present Generation, that are now listning unto this solemn word of God, There is a Consideration or two whereby I would yet further back this Branch of the Exhortation unto you of the Present Generation, that Are now listening unto this solemn word of God, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc crd c-crq pns11 vmd av av-jc av d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22 pp-f dt j n1, cst vbr av vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 84 Page 32
507 and so I shall pass on with as much speed as may be in that which remains. and so I shall pass on with as much speed as may be in that which remains. cc av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp c-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vbi p-acp d r-crq vvz. (5) observation (DIV2) 84 Page 32
508 1. The present work of God in these Churches it must stand or fall in our hands; 1. The present work of God in these Churches it must stand or fallen in our hands; crd dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 85 Page 32
509 for it is now devolved upon us of the present Generation. It is true indeed God can cut us off and graft in others; for it is now devolved upon us of the present Generation. It is true indeed God can Cut us off and grafted in Others; p-acp pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp pno12 pp-f dt j n1. pn31 vbz j av np1 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp cc vvn p-acp n2-jn; (5) observation (DIV2) 85 Page 32
510 He can fill his House though we were shut all of us out of doors; He can uphold his own name and glory though we were swept to the dunghill: He can fill his House though we were shut all of us out of doors; He can uphold his own name and glory though we were swept to the dunghill: pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 cs pns12 vbdr vvn d pp-f pno12 av pp-f n2; pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1 cc n1 cs pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 85 Page 32
511 But that individual work which hath been begun and hitherto carried on in this place, it must stand and fall with us. But that Individu work which hath been begun and hitherto carried on in this place, it must stand and fallen with us. cc-acp d j-jn n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn cc av vvd a-acp p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 85 Page 32
512 Now shall the enemy blaspheme because of us? shall Satan triumph as a conquerour in us? Now shall the enemy Blaspheme Because of us? shall Satan triumph as a conqueror in us? av vmb dt n1 vvb c-acp pp-f pno12? vmb np1 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12? (5) observation (DIV2) 85 Page 32
513 2. What will become of us, if we fail the Lord of his Expectations? O what good shall we lose? what evil shall we bring upon our selves? whither shall we cause our shame to go? will God care for a degenerate Race? when the overflowing scourge shall pass, will there be any Sanctuary for us with the God of Truth? What did it profit the Israelites in the Wilderness, that they had all things according to the Pattern, 2. What will become of us, if we fail the Lord of his Expectations? O what good shall we loose? what evil shall we bring upon our selves? whither shall we cause our shame to go? will God care for a degenerate Raze? when the overflowing scourge shall pass, will there be any Sanctuary for us with the God of Truth? What did it profit the Israelites in the Wilderness, that they had all things according to the Pattern, crd q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno12, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2? sy q-crq j vmb pns12 vvi? q-crq j-jn vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n2? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi? vmb np1 vvi p-acp dt j n1? c-crq dt vvg n1 vmb vvi, vmb a-acp vbi d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vdd pn31 vvi dt np2 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vhd d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 86 Page 32
514 but they themselves were a rebellious and hard hearted generation? if we be transgressors we shall utterly perish; but they themselves were a rebellious and hard hearted generation? if we be transgressors we shall utterly perish; cc-acp pns32 px32 vbdr av j cc j j-vvn n1? cs pns12 vbb n2 pns12 vmb av-j vvi; (5) observation (DIV2) 86 Page 32
515 Enemies and evils of all sorts shall have a bargain of us, Deut. 32. 30. Except their Rock had sold them. Judg. 2. 14. 3. It is not long before the Lord will finish his great works in the world: Enemies and evils of all sorts shall have a bargain of us, Deuteronomy 32. 30. Except their Rock had sold them. Judges 2. 14. 3. It is not long before the Lord will finish his great works in the world: n2 cc n2-jn pp-f d n2 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pno12, np1 crd crd c-acp po32 n1 vhd vvn pno32. np1 crd crd crd pn31 vbz xx av-j p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 86 Page 32
516 Antichrist shall be destroyed, Israel shall be saved; Zion shall be redeemed with judgement, and her converts with righteousness; Antichrist shall be destroyed, Israel shall be saved; Zion shall be redeemed with judgement, and her converts with righteousness; np1 vmb vbi vvn, np1 vmb vbi vvn; np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc pno31 vvz p-acp n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 87 Page 32
517 though the Lord bear long with his Elect, yet he will avenge them speedily. That he bears long, hath been already fulfilled; though the Lord bear long with his Elect, yet he will avenge them speedily. That he bears long, hath been already fulfilled; cs dt n1 vvb av-j p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av-j. cst pns31 vvz av-j, vhz vbn av vvn; (5) observation (DIV2) 87 Page 32
518 what remains therefore to be accomplished, but only that now he avenge them speedily? shall we take this season then wherein to fail the Lord? shall we be among the last Apostates, for whom the sorest vengeance is laid up in store? Yet a little while and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry. what remains Therefore to be accomplished, but only that now he avenge them speedily? shall we take this season then wherein to fail the Lord? shall we be among the last Apostates, for whom the Sorest vengeance is laid up in store? Yet a little while and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry. r-crq vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp av-j cst av pns31 vvi pno32 av-j? vmb pns12 vvi d n1 av c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1? vmb pns12 vbi p-acp dt ord n2, p-acp ro-crq dt js n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1? av dt j n1 cc pns31 cst vmb vvi vmb vvi, cc vmb xx vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 87 Page 32
519 Blessed are they that wait for, and can abide the day of his coming. Blessed Are they that wait for, and can abide the day of his coming. vvn vbr pns32 d vvb p-acp, cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. (5) observation (DIV2) 87 Page 33
520 Shall we lose our share in those times of Refreshment which are so near to come? Shall we loose our share in those times of Refreshment which Are so near to come? vmb pns12 vvi po12 vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr av j pc-acp vvi? (5) observation (DIV2) 87 Page 33
521 4. Consider and remember alwayes, that the Books that shall be opened at the last day will contain Genealogies in them. 4. Consider and Remember always, that the Books that shall be opened At the last day will contain Genealogies in them. crd np1 cc vvi av, cst dt n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno32. (5) observation (DIV2) 88 Page 33
522 There shall then be brought forth a Register of the Genealogies of New-Englands sons and daughters. There shall then be brought forth a Register of the Genealogies of New-Englands Sons and daughters. pc-acp vmb av vbi vvn av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 88 Page 33
523 How shall we many of us hold up our faces then, when there shall be a solemn rehearsal of our descent as well as of our degeneracies? To have it published whose Child thou art will be cutting unto thy soul, How shall we many of us hold up our faces then, when there shall be a solemn rehearsal of our descent as well as of our Degeneracies? To have it published whose Child thou art will be cutting unto thy soul, q-crq vmb pns12 d pp-f pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 av, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f po12 n2? pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn rg-crq n1 pns21 vb2r vmb vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 88 Page 33
524 as well as to have the Crimes reckoned up that thou art guilty of. as well as to have the Crimes reckoned up that thou art guilty of. c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vhi dt n2 vvn a-acp cst pns21 vb2r j pp-f. (5) observation (DIV2) 88 Page 33
525 Thirdly, In the third and last place This Exhortation is directed unto you who are in place of Government respectively, Thirdly, In the third and last place This Exhortation is directed unto you who Are in place of Government respectively, ord, p-acp dt ord cc ord n1 d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av-j, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
526 and that may be this day our Established Leaders and Rulers. Honoured and much Esteemed; and that may be this day our Established Leaders and Rulers. Honoured and much Esteemed; cc cst vmb vbi d n1 po12 vvn n2 cc n2. j-vvn cc d j-vvn; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
527 The Lord hath measured out an Inheritance for a precious Remnant of his people in this Wilderness; The Lord hath measured out an Inheritance for a precious Remnant of his people in this Wilderness; dt n1 vhz vvn av dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
528 we may with all humility acknowledge that we are his flock and the sheep of his pasture; we may with all humility acknowledge that we Are his flock and the sheep of his pasture; pns12 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi cst pns12 vbr po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
529 And here there is a solemn Trust that is invested in You who are Rulers, committed unto you by God and by men; your Mothers Children, though not in anger, do make you the Keepers of the Vineyard: so that Gods Expectations and his Peoples are upon you in a special manner. And Here there is a solemn Trust that is invested in You who Are Rulers, committed unto you by God and by men; your Mother's Children, though not in anger, do make you the Keepers of the Vineyard: so that God's Expectations and his Peoples Are upon you in a special manner. cc av pc-acp vbz dt j vvb cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr n2, vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2; po22 ng1 n2, c-acp xx p-acp n1, vdb vvi pn22 dt n2 pp-f dt n1: av d ng1 n2 cc po31 n2 vbr p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
530 Do You also answer these Expectations, that as in your publick capacities you are more peculiarly the Children of the Most High, so you may be also Children that will not lie. Do You also answer these Expectations, that as in your public capacities you Are more peculiarly the Children of the Most High, so you may be also Children that will not lie. vdb pn22 av vvi d n2, cst c-acp p-acp po22 j n2 pn22 vbr av-dc j dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j, av pn22 vmb vbi av n2 cst vmb xx vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
531 If you be true to God, to his Truths, to your Trust, according to your Abilities and Opportunities of doing for God, his Interest and People; If you be true to God, to his Truths, to your Trust, according to your Abilities and Opportunities of doing for God, his Interest and People; cs pn22 vbb j p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po22 n1, vvg p-acp po22 n2 cc n2 pp-f vdg c-acp np1, po31 n1 cc n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
532 then know, that whatever may for a time become of that Cause and those precious Concernments, which are upon your hearts to save, then know, that whatever may for a time become of that Cause and those precious Concernments, which Are upon your hearts to save, av vvb, cst r-crq vmb p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f d n1 cc d j n2, r-crq vbr p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
533 though with your lives, if called thereunto; yet you your selves shall be sure to enjoy the Salvation of God. though with your lives, if called thereunto; yet you your selves shall be sure to enjoy the Salvation of God. cs p-acp po22 n2, cs vvn av; av pn22 po22 n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
534 Be you fixed therefore in your Orb, and not as those Stars that now adayes fall from Heaven; Be you fixed Therefore in your Orb, and not as those Stars that now adays fallen from Heaven; vbb pn22 vvn av p-acp po22 n1, cc xx p-acp d n2 cst av av vvi p-acp n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
535 that you may continue to be in the midst of us, as the light of the morning, a morning without clouds, that you may continue to be in the midst of us, as the Light of the morning, a morning without Clouds, cst pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 p-acp n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
536 and as the clear shining after rain. and as the clear shining After rain. cc p-acp dt j j-vvg p-acp n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
537 The Foundations of your Government have been Righteousness; of this there is a Record on High; and the Lord hath added Peace hitherto. The Foundations of your Government have been Righteousness; of this there is a Record on High; and the Lord hath added Peace hitherto. dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 vhb vbn n1; pp-f d pc-acp vbz dt vvb p-acp j; cc dt n1 vhz vvn n1 av. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 33
538 Now your Power and Authority doth lye professedly, and by fundamental Constitution, in a direct subserviency to the Interest Power and Kingdome of the Lord Jesus Christ, Now your Power and authority does lie professedly, and by fundamental Constitution, in a Direct subserviency to the Interest Power and Kingdom of the Lord jesus christ, av po22 n1 cc n1 vdz vvi av-vvn, cc p-acp j n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
539 and the welfare of his Saints. This you acknowledge and own, and it is your glory; and the welfare of his Saints. This you acknowledge and own, and it is your glory; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. np1 pn22 vvb cc vvi, cc pn31 vbz po22 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
540 And herein is required your Fidelity and Constancy, that you may continue Ruling with God, and faithful with his Saints. And herein is required your Fidis and Constancy, that you may continue Ruling with God, and faithful with his Saints. cc av vbz vvn po22 n1 cc n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi vvg p-acp np1, cc j p-acp po31 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
541 This is that which God expects and promiseth to himself, that you Rule and Govern this People for him; This is that which God expects and promises to himself, that you Rule and Govern this People for him; d vbz d r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz p-acp px31, cst pn22 vvb cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno31; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
542 And that you lay out your selves, in all regular wayes, to the utmost, to preserve us from Apostacy, and from being lying Children, or false with the Lord in his Covenant. And that you lay out your selves, in all regular ways, to the utmost, to preserve us from Apostasy, and from being lying Children, or false with the Lord in his Covenant. cc cst pn22 vvb av po22 n2, p-acp d j n2, p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc p-acp vbg vvg n2, cc j p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
543 You who are our Judah, our Ruling Tribe, you are the Bow, This People are as the Arrows (that I may allude to what we finde Zech. 9. 13.) if you be but Bent right, You who Are our Judah, our Ruling Tribe, you Are the Bow, This People Are as the Arrows (that I may allude to what we find Zechariah 9. 13.) if you be but Bent right, pn22 r-crq vbr po12 np1, po12 j-vvg n1, pn22 vbr dt vvb, d n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 (cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb np1 crd crd) cs pn22 vbi cc-acp vvn av-jn, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
544 and have Strength and Steadiness, we shall hope, through mercy, to be shot directly forward, and in some good measure to reach the Mark aimed at. and have Strength and Steadiness, we shall hope, through mercy, to be shot directly forward, and in Some good measure to reach the Mark aimed At. cc vhb n1 cc n1, pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn av-j av-j, cc p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
545 We know that your care and sollicitude is, lest the Ruine of any thing that is of God should be under your hand; We know that your care and solicitude is, lest the Ruin of any thing that is of God should be under your hand; pns12 vvb cst po22 n1 cc n1 vbz, cs dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz pp-f np1 vmd vbi p-acp po22 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
546 And indeed the Lord hath set you for the defence of all that which is His in this remote corner of Christs Inheritance: And indeed the Lord hath Set you for the defence of all that which is His in this remote corner of Christ Inheritance: cc av dt n1 vhz vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d r-crq vbz po31 p-acp d j n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
547 You are the Keepers of our Walls; and therefore for Zions sake, even for our own sakes, we do in the Name of the Lord solemnly wish you this day, You Are the Keepers of our Walls; and Therefore for Zions sake, even for our own sakes, we do in the Name of the Lord solemnly wish you this day, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; cc av p-acp n2 n1, av p-acp po12 d n2, pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvb pn22 d n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
548 and at all times, Prosperity; we wish you Wisdome, Spirit, Fidelity; we wish you an Healthful Countenance and Constitution of Affairs; and At all times, Prosperity; we wish you Wisdom, Spirit, Fidis; we wish you an Healthful Countenance and Constitution of Affairs; cc p-acp d n2, n1; pns12 vvb pn22 n1, n1, n1; pns12 vvb pn22 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
549 we wish you the Counsels of Truth and Peace. we wish you the Counsels of Truth and Peace. pns12 vvb pn22 dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
550 There be many at this day, The Brood of Antichrist, that are Travailing with Mischief, and the hope of some of them is to have a good Lying-in of it, even here amongst us; There be many At this day, The Brood of Antichrist, that Are Travailing with Mischief, and the hope of Some of them is to have a good Lying-in of it, even Here among us; pc-acp vbi d p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbr vvg p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32 vbz pc-acp vhi dt j j pp-f pn31, av av p-acp pno12; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
551 but they shall All of them bring forth a Lie: But be you Exhorted to travail with the designs and work of God, plotting how to Exalt the Kingdome of our Lord Jesus, the Righteousness Holiness and Peace thereof more and more, that so you may be as the Mountains that bring forth peace, and the Hills that bring forth Righteousness unto the Lords people. You know how your Style runs in the language of the Holy Ghost, you are called Gods, and we do therefore account you Worshipfull; Now to be a God (as one in this case speaks) is to be above all Fears, all Hopes, all Temptations; but they shall All of them bring forth a Lie: But be you Exhorted to travail with the designs and work of God, plotting how to Exalt the Kingdom of our Lord jesus, the Righteousness Holiness and Peace thereof more and more, that so you may be as the Mountains that bring forth peace, and the Hills that bring forth Righteousness unto the lords people. You know how your Style runs in the language of the Holy Ghost, you Are called God's, and we do Therefore account you Worshipful; Now to be a God (as one in this case speaks) is to be above all Fears, all Hope's, all Temptations; cc-acp pns32 vmb d pp-f pno32 vvi av dt n1: p-acp vbi pn22 vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvg c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, dt n1 n1 cc n1 av av-dc cc av-dc, cst av pn22 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 cst vvb av n1, cc dt n2 cst vvb av n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. pn22 vvb c-crq po22 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pn22 vbr vvn n2, cc pns12 vdb av vvb pn22 j; av pc-acp vbi dt np1 (c-acp pi p-acp d n1 vvz) vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp d n2, d ng1, d n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
552 to be immutable, and not to appear so much as in the shadow of a change. to be immutable, and not to appear so much as in the shadow of a change. pc-acp vbi j, cc xx pc-acp vvi av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
553 Thus it must be with you in your measure. Thus it must be with you in your measure. av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 34
554 And therefore as you are called Gods, minde this your Glory. But yet though you be Gods, we must not think to finde you without Infirmities; And Therefore as you Are called God's, mind this your Glory. But yet though you be God's, we must not think to find you without Infirmities; cc av c-acp pn22 vbr vvn n2, n1 d po22 n1. p-acp av cs pn22 vbb n2, pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 35
555 your Deity is such, that a multitude of Infirmities is compatible therewith; your Deity is such, that a multitude of Infirmities is compatible therewith; po22 n1 vbz d, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j av; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 35
556 onely there may be Infirmities where there is not the Lie. Weakness and Falseness are vastly different; only there may be Infirmities where there is not the Lie. Weakness and Falseness Are vastly different; av-j a-acp vmb vbi n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz xx dt vvb. n1 cc n1 vbr av-j j; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 35
557 ask this grace, that the latter may never be charged upon you; ask this grace, that the latter may never be charged upon you; vvb d n1, cst dt d vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp pn22; (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 35
558 And so the Lord, in remembring you for good, according to all that you have done for this people, And so the Lord, in remembering you for good, according to all that you have done for this people, cc av dt n1, p-acp vvg pn22 p-acp j, vvg p-acp d cst pn22 vhb vdn p-acp d n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 35
559 and for his Name, shall spare you also, according to the multitude of his mercies. and for his Name, shall spare you also, according to the multitude of his Mercies. cc p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi pn22 av, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 89 Page 35
560 I cannot insist here upon all those particulars wherein the Expectations of God and of his people are placed upon you; I cannot insist Here upon all those particulars wherein the Expectations of God and of his people Are placed upon you; pns11 vmbx vvi av p-acp d d n2-jn c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp pn22; (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
561 your first wayes have engaged you deeply. Magistrates and Rulers they are not only Foundation-stones, and so Supporters of the Common wealth; your First ways have engaged you deeply. Magistrates and Rulers they Are not only Foundation stones, and so Supporters of the Common wealth; po22 ord n2 vhb vvn pn22 av-jn. n2 cc n2 pns32 vbr xx av-j n2, cc av n2 pp-f dt j n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
562 but they must be also Corner-stones in the Foundation, to Couple and Ʋnite; They must be Healers. And the good Lord guide you, but they must be also Corner-stones in the Foundation, to Couple and Ʋnite; They must be Healers. And the good Lord guide you, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi av n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvb cc j; pns32 vmb vbi n2. cc dt j n1 vvb pn22, (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
563 and prosper you as to this part of your work, that such a mercy, Ʋniting and Healing mercy, may be called after your name. and prosper you as to this part of your work, that such a mercy, Ʋniting and Healing mercy, may be called After your name. cc vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f po22 n1, cst d dt n1, n-vvg cc n-vvg n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
564 When the unfeigned friends and sincere promoters of Reformation, on the one side; and those that hate Reformation, on the other side, make up the two Parties; When the unfeigned Friends and sincere promoters of Reformation, on the one side; and those that hate Reformation, on the other side, make up the two Parties; c-crq dt j n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt crd n1; cc d cst vvb n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb a-acp dt crd n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
565 now (as is observed) the fire of Contention is natural; Homogeneous things are congregated, and Heterogeneous are segregated: But when both the Sides do grow up from the former sort, now (as is observed) the fire of Contention is natural; Homogeneous things Are congregated, and Heterogeneous Are segregated: But when both the Sides do grow up from the former sort, av (c-acp vbz vvn) dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j; j n2 vbr j-vvn, cc j vbr j-vvn: cc-acp c-crq d dt n2 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
566 and they themselves become divided, the fire of this Contention, because of the quite contrary eff•ct, is unnatural. The Lord pour out the Blood of Christ upon the last spark of this fire, for its utter extinguishing. and they themselves become divided, the fire of this Contention, Because of the quite contrary eff•ct, is unnatural. The Lord pour out the Blood of christ upon the last spark of this fire, for its utter extinguishing. cc pns32 px32 vvb vvn, dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pp-f dt av j-jn n1, vbz j. dt n1 vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp po31 j vvg. (5) observation (DIV2) 90 Page 35
567 Many Knots and Intricacies there may be, and Clouds of darkness upon some matters in disquisition, which none but a gracious God can dissolve; Many Knots and Intricacies there may be, and Clouds of darkness upon Some matters in disquisition, which none but a gracious God can dissolve; d n2 cc n2 a-acp vmb vbi, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, r-crq pix p-acp dt j np1 vmb vvi; (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 35
568 in these things the Lords people are to exercise mutual for bearance. in these things the lords people Are to exercise mutual for bearance. p-acp d n2 dt n2 n1 vbr pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 35
569 Circumstantial Differences ought not to breed Substantial Divisions; that would be a Monstrous and Gigantine birth. It is wrong done to the Christian name so much as to question, Whether that diversity of Apprehension in lesser and dubious matters amongst the Lords people ought to be born withall, which can and doth suffer a Regulation in order to the Unity and Peace of the whole. Circumstantial Differences ought not to breed Substantial Divisions; that would be a Monstrous and Gigantine birth. It is wrong done to the Christian name so much as to question, Whither that diversity of Apprehension in lesser and dubious matters among the lords people ought to be born withal, which can and does suffer a Regulation in order to the Unity and Peace of the Whole. j n2 vmd xx pc-acp vvi j n2; cst vmd vbi dt j cc n1 n1. pn31 vbz av-jn vdn p-acp dt njp n1 av av-d c-acp pc-acp n1, cs d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp jc cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn av, r-crq vmb cc vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 35
570 But yet the true Christian Gospel-Liberty, was never unto this day a Womb big with Licentiousness. And here there is one Position, that me-thinks can never be denied by any that have but the common Principles of Reason intire; But yet the true Christian gospel liberty, was never unto this day a Womb big with Licentiousness. And Here there is one Position, that methinks can never be denied by any that have but the Common Principles of Reason entire; p-acp av dt j njp n1, vbds av-x p-acp d n1 dt n1 j p-acp n1. cc av pc-acp vbz crd n1, cst vvz vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp d cst vhb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 j; (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
571 viz. That no Perswasion or Practice, can ever in the Conscience of the contrary-minded, have a good right to publick Liberty and Countenance, which being thorowly attended to, doth indeed tend to the undermining, viz. That no Persuasion or Practice, can ever in the Conscience of the contrary-minded, have a good right to public Liberty and Countenance, which being thoroughly attended to, does indeed tend to the undermining, n1 cst dx n1 cc n1, vmb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, vhb dt j n-jn p-acp j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbg av-j vvn p-acp, vdz av vvi p-acp dt j-vvg, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
572 and so in the issue to the overthrow of the state of these Churches, in that wherein it is of God, and so in the issue to the overthrow of the state of these Churches, in that wherein it is of God, cc av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp cst c-crq pn31 vbz pp-f np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
573 and hath been largely and plentifully owned by him. and hath been largely and plentifully owned by him. cc vhz vbn av-j cc av-j vvd p-acp pno31. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
574 And of this case and the application thereof, th•se who are in Authority may and ought to judge. And of this case and the application thereof, th•se who Are in authority may and ought to judge. cc pp-f d n1 cc dt n1 av, vvb r-crq vbr p-acp n1 vmb cc pi pc-acp vvi. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
575 And further, Who can therefore think it much, if such Opinions as are not onely in themselves, And further, Who can Therefore think it much, if such Opinions as Are not only in themselves, cc jc, r-crq vmb av vvi pn31 av-d, cs d n2 c-acp vbr xx av-j p-acp px32, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
576 but even in the mindes of those that hold them, un-Churching to so many precious Societies of Christ, I mean as to their visible Church-state, be very harsh and unpleasant, but even in the minds of those that hold them, unchurching to so many precious Societies of christ, I mean as to their visible Church-state, be very harsh and unpleasant, cc-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno32, j p-acp av d j n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp po32 j n1, vbb av j cc j, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
577 and the uncontrolled scope of them much more distastful. and the uncontrolled scope of them much more distasteful. cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32 av-d dc j. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
578 Certainly a weaker Body cannot, ought not to do that, or suffer that upon it self, Certainly a Weaker Body cannot, ought not to do that, or suffer that upon it self, av-j dt jc n1 vmbx, vmd xx pc-acp vdi d, cc vvi d p-acp pn31 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
579 or in it self, upon the account of Charity to another, which a stronger Body may, or in it self, upon the account of Charity to Another, which a Stronger Body may, cc p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn, r-crq dt jc n1 vmb, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
580 and in some cases may be bound to do or suffer. All regular Charity (caeteris paribus) begins first at home. and in Some cases may be bound to do or suffer. All regular Charity (caeteris paribus) begins First At home. cc p-acp d n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vdi cc vvi. d j n1 (fw-la fw-la) vvz ord p-acp n1-an. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
581 There are the Peculiar Constitutions, and different Capacities of places to be considered, according as God in his infinite Wisdome doth order and suffer matters to be circumstanced; There Are the Peculiar Constitutions, and different Capacities of places to be considered, according as God in his infinite Wisdom does order and suffer matters to be circumstanced; pc-acp vbr dt j n2, cc j n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vdz vvi cc vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn; (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
582 Men truely Conscientious ought to make Conscience here, what they venture upon, or what they demand and ask of Authority. Men truly Conscientious ought to make Conscience Here, what they venture upon, or what they demand and ask of authority. n2 av-j j pi pc-acp vvi n1 av, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, cc r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
583 There is but one thing more that in these matters I would seriously minde you of, There is but one thing more that in these matters I would seriously mind you of, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 av-dc cst p-acp d n2 pns11 vmd av-j vvi pn22 pp-f, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
584 and that is a piece of seasonable and sound Advice which some-where I meet with, and that is a piece of seasonable and found advice which somewhere I meet with, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1 r-crq av pns11 vvb p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
585 unto this purpose for the substance, That where differences of Apprehension and Opinion do happen amongst godly Reformers in their Enquiries after the Will and Way of God; unto this purpose for the substance, That where differences of Apprehension and Opinion do happen among godly Reformers in their Enquiries After the Will and Way of God; p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst c-crq n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vdb vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
586 It be thorowly laboured that such Points of Difference be accurately stated, and unto the utmost that may be possible narrowed, and some Rules of Practice for the preservation of Order and Peace mu•ually fixed, It be thoroughly laboured that such Points of Difference be accurately stated, and unto the utmost that may be possible narrowed, and Some Rules of Practice for the preservation of Order and Peace mu•ually fixed, pn31 vbi av-j vvn cst d n2 pp-f n1 vbb av-j vvn, cc p-acp dt j cst vmb vbi j vvd, cc d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-j vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
587 and a Probatum est set upon the Experience of them, during the life time of th•se who have been first in such matters of Debate and Controversie; and a Probatum est Set upon the Experience of them, during the life time of th•se who have been First in such matters of Debate and Controversy; cc dt fw-la fw-la vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vhb vbn ord p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
588 for otherwise if this should be neglected, and they being dead and gone others spring up after them to inherit a diversity of Names from them, the business of Reconciliation and Composure would be in a farre more difficult posture, for otherwise if this should be neglected, and they being dead and gone Others spring up After them to inherit a diversity of Names from them, the business of Reconciliation and Composure would be in a Far more difficult posture, p-acp av cs d vmd vbi vvn, cc pns32 vbg j cc vvn n2-jn vvi p-acp p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vbi p-acp dt av-j av-dc j n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 36
589 and rather go backward then forward, as sad Experience in the Christian world hath already Testified. and rather go backward then forward, as sad Experience in the Christian world hath already Testified. cc av-c vvb av-j av av-j, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt njp n1 vhz av vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 91 Page 37
590 But I may not hold you longer upon these things. In a word, do all the Lords work in your publick Capacities faithfully and vigorously. Execute Justice impartially; But I may not hold you longer upon these things. In a word, do all the lords work in your public Capacities faithfully and vigorously. Execute justice impartially; cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 av-jc p-acp d n2. p-acp dt n1, vdb d dt n2 vvb p-acp po22 j n2 av-j cc av-j. vvb n1 av-j; (5) observation (DIV2) 92 Page 37
591 Be a Terrour to evil doers; Encourage all them that are faithful; Put new life into all publick Work that languisheth; Be a Terror to evil doers; Encourage all them that Are faithful; Put new life into all public Work that Languishes; vbb dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2; vvb d pno32 cst vbr j; vvb j n1 p-acp d j n1 cst vvz; (5) observation (DIV2) 92 Page 37
592 Look to Out-scattered unformed places in your Jurisdiction, and that enjoy not setled publick Worship and Teaching. Look to Out-scattered unformed places in your Jurisdiction, and that enjoy not settled public Worship and Teaching. vvb p-acp j j n2 p-acp po22 n1, cc d vvb xx vvn j n1 cc vvg. (5) observation (DIV2) 92 Page 37
593 And as the sum of all, Fall not off from any thing upon any pretence whatsoever, which adhering unto, God hath hitherto saved you and this People; And as the sum of all, Fallen not off from any thing upon any pretence whatsoever, which adhering unto, God hath hitherto saved you and this People; cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vvb xx a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq, r-crq vvg p-acp, np1 vhz av vvn pn22 cc d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 92 Page 37
594 for this would be to Lie unto God, yea to make him a Liar in the voice and testimony of all his former Providences. for this would be to Lie unto God, yea to make him a Liar in the voice and testimony of all his former Providences. p-acp d vmd vbi p-acp vvb p-acp np1, uh p-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po31 j n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 92 Page 37
595 I have but a few words of Direction in all plainness to leave with You also, Honoured and much Esteemed, I have but a few words of Direction in all plainness to leave with You also, Honoured and much Esteemed, pns11 vhb cc-acp dt d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 av, vvn cc d j-vvn, (5) observation (DIV2) 93 Page 37
596 and so shall finish this Use. and so shall finish this Use. cc av vmb vvi d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 93 Page 37
597 1. Wait upon God in your Places for discovery of Light and Truth, that you may understand the way of this people, and the Lords way with us, 1. Wait upon God in your Places for discovery of Light and Truth, that you may understand the Way of this people, and the lords Way with us, crd n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f j cc n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt n2 n1 p-acp pno12, (5) observation (DIV2) 94 Page 37
598 and in the world too at this day; and in the world too At this day; cc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp d n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 94 Page 37
599 that so your Wisdome and Knowledge may be the stability of our times. God will not be unwilling to communicate Light to you in his own way, Eccles. 8. 5. Every lesser Star (as one speaketh) hath light enough for it self; that so your Wisdom and Knowledge may be the stability of our times. God will not be unwilling to communicate Light to you in his own Way, Eccles. 8. 5. Every lesser Star (as one speaks) hath Light enough for it self; cst av po22 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. np1 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd crd np1 jc n1 (c-acp pi vvz) vhz n1 av-d p-acp pn31 n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 94 Page 37
600 but no less then a Sun can give light to the World. Rulers had need to be full of light. but no less then a Sun can give Light to the World. Rulers had need to be full of Light. cc-acp dx dc cs dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. n2 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 94 Page 37
601 Let your eye upon all occasions be upward unto the Father of Lights; Let your eye upon all occasions be upward unto the Father of Lights; vvb po22 n1 p-acp d n2 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz; (5) observation (DIV2) 94 Page 37
602 and so shall his eye be fix'd upon yours, and this eye of his shall guide you. and so shall his eye be fixed upon yours, and this eye of his shall guide you. cc av vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp png22, cc d n1 pp-f png31 vmb vvi pn22. (5) observation (DIV2) 94 Page 37
603 2. Secure your hearts and spirits as to sincerity before the Lord, and for that end seek the honour that cometh from God onely. Integrity and uprightness shall preserve and guide you. 2. Secure your hearts and spirits as to sincerity before the Lord, and for that end seek the honour that comes from God only. Integrity and uprightness shall preserve and guide you. crd j po22 n2 cc n2 c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 cst vvz p-acp np1 av-j. n1 cc n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pn22. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 37
604 An unbya•••d Magistracy shall never want Assistance. an unbya•••d Magistracy shall never want Assistance. dt j n1 vmb av-x vvi n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 37
605 Watch against private narrow Self-ends; that if in an hour of trial and temptation, some proffer of a private good, or to save your own particular state, should be strongly managed by Satan, to draw you off from the Publick and Common Interest, yet you may abide resolved and constant thereunto. Watch against private narrow Self-ends; that if in an hour of trial and temptation, Some proffer of a private good, or to save your own particular state, should be strongly managed by Satan, to draw you off from the Public and Common Interest, yet you may abide resolved and constant thereunto. n1 p-acp j j n2; cst cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, d n1 pp-f dt j j, cc pc-acp vvi po22 d j n1, vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1, av pn22 vmb vvi vvn cc j av. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 37
606 It was the Resolution of an Heathen, N• Immortalitatem quidem contra Rempub•icam acciperem. Moses his Refusal and the Apostle Paul 's wish are known to you. It was the Resolution of an Heathen, N• Immortalitatem quidem contra Rempub•icam acciperem. Moses his Refusal and the Apostle Paul is wish Are known to you. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 po31 n1 cc dt n1 np1 vbz vvi vbr vvn p-acp pn22. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 37
607 Say you should do much of Gods work, but not with a sincere aim at Gods ends, this would be to Lie unto him. Say you should do much of God's work, but not with a sincere aim At God's ends, this would be to Lie unto him. n1 pn22 vmd vdi av-d pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp xx p-acp dt j n1 p-acp ng1 n2, d vmd vbi p-acp vvb p-acp pno31. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 38
608 Thus Jehu was a Lie in all he did. Thus Jehu was a Lie in all he did. av np1 vbds dt vvb p-acp d pns31 vdd. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 38
609 Let there be no variation of the Compass with you as to sincere and upright aims and ends. Let there be no variation of the Compass with you as to sincere and upright aims and ends. vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22 a-acp p-acp j cc j n2 cc n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 38
610 God will make large allowance to weaknesses, but then there must be sincerity. God will make large allowance to Weaknesses, but then there must be sincerity. np1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp av pc-acp vmb vbi n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 95 Page 38
611 3. Study Ʋnity among your selves, and in your own Counsels, that our first wheels may move with the sweetness and undisturbedness of a Coelestial divine Harmony. 3. Study Ʋnity among your selves, and in your own Counsels, that our First wheels may move with the sweetness and Undisturbedness of a Celestial divine Harmony. crd n1 n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 d n2, cst po12 ord n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j j-jn n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 96 Page 38
612 4. Drink deep of the love of God in Christ, who shed his Blood to save his Church, that your love to the Wayes and Ordinances and Churches and People of God, may have its rise and nourishment from this fountain. 4. Drink deep of the love of God in christ, who shed his Blood to save his Church, that your love to the Ways and Ordinances and Churches and People of God, may have its rise and nourishment from this fountain. crd vvb j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cst po22 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cc np1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vmb vhi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 97 Page 38
613 It is such a love alone that will constrain you, and remain unquench'd though in the midst of many waters. It is such a love alone that will constrain you, and remain unquenched though in the midst of many waters. pn31 vbz d dt n1 av-j cst vmb vvi pn22, cc vvi j cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 97 Page 38
614 5. Arm your selves with Courage; if you will be good Magistrates, you must be such as dare to act your Consciences: 5. Arm your selves with Courage; if you will be good Magistrates, you must be such as Dare to act your Consciences: crd n1 po22 n2 p-acp n1; cs pn22 vmb vbi j n2, pn22 vmb vbi d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2: (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
615 and Arm your selves also with Patience (I will joyn them both together) for the burthen of the people must be born. Get from under the influence of carnal fears, these will make you to lie, Isa. 57. 11. You have been taught by Experience to expect Oppositions, Trials, Exacerbations; and Arm your selves also with Patience (I will join them both together) for the burden of the people must be born. Get from under the influence of carnal fears, these will make you to lie, Isaiah 57. 11. You have been taught by Experience to expect Oppositions, Trials, Exacerbations; cc vvb po22 n2 av p-acp n1 (pns11 vmb vvi pno32 d av) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, d vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2, n2, n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
616 wickedness will procced from the wicked; wickedness will proceed from the wicked; n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j; (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
617 there will be a tumultuating of the passions and lusts of men, yea and of the corruptions of good men too, under the strict exercise of Government, there will be a Tumultuating of the passion and Lustiest of men, yea and of the corruptions of good men too, under the strict exercise of Government, a-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, uh cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n2 av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
618 when the Reins of Authority are held straight. Without a good measure of holy Patience and Courage you will not hold our. when the Reins of authority Are held straight. Without a good measure of holy Patience and Courage you will not hold our. c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn av. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 pn22 vmb xx vvi po12. (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
619 You must have so much Courage as to seek out that labour which belongs to your Office and Honour; You must have so much Courage as to seek out that labour which belongs to your Office and Honour; pn22 vmb vhi av d n1 c-acp p-acp vvb av d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po22 n1 cc n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
620 so much Courage that it may not be dreadful to you, to be so hemm'd in with duty on every side as to see no way of Retreat. so much Courage that it may not be dreadful to you, to be so hemmed in with duty on every side as to see no Way of Retreat. av d n1 cst pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pn22, pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi dx n1 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 98 Page 38
621 6. Look upon Faith to be the way to Fidelity; if 〈 … 〉 not believe you shall not be established. 6. Look upon Faith to be the Way to Fidis; if 〈 … 〉 not believe you shall not be established. crd n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1; cs 〈 … 〉 xx vvi pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn. (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 38
622 Faith undertakes all upon the engagement of God. Faith undertakes all upon the engagement of God. n1 vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 38
623 Faith bottoms the Soul upon the promise, and builds it up in a way of supplications. Faith bottoms the Soul upon the promise, and builds it up in a Way of supplications. n1 n2 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 38
624 Know it, that if you will be found faithful with God at this day in the work of Rulers, you must be neither Lower nor Mi•dle, but Ʋpper-R•gim men, and there is nothing but Faith, Know it, that if you will be found faithful with God At this day in the work of Rulers, you must be neither Lower nor Mi•dle, but Ʋpper-R•gim men, and there is nothing but Faith, vvb pn31, cst cs pn22 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn22 vmb vbi dx jc ccx j, p-acp j n2, cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 38
625 and the constant lively exercise thereof that can carry you so high. Su•h as live upon futura contingentia, they will be miserably uncertain, up and down, now here and now there, and the constant lively exercise thereof that can carry you so high. Su•h as live upon futura Contingentia, they will be miserably uncertain, up and down, now Here and now there, cc dt j j n1 av cst vmb vvi pn22 av j. vvz p-acp vvi p-acp fw-la fw-la, pns32 vmb vbi av-j j, a-acp cc a-acp, av av cc av a-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 39
626 but Faith, the eye and design, the hope and the heart of Faith, fix wholly upon things that are •••hangeable. Secure your hearts therefore in a single dependance up•n, and sole trust in God; but Faith, the eye and Design, the hope and the heart of Faith, fix wholly upon things that Are •••hangeable. Secure your hearts Therefore in a single dependence up•n, and sole trust in God; cc-acp n1, dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av-jn p-acp n2 cst vbr j. vvb po22 n2 av p-acp dt j n1 av, cc j n1 p-acp np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 39
627 Co•mit your way to the Lord at all times, and do n•• consume away in your own fears and cares and contrivances. Co•mit your Way to the Lord At all times, and do n•• consume away in your own fears and Cares and contrivances. vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc vdb n1 vvi av p-acp po22 d n2 cc n2 cc n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 99 Page 39
628 7 When you have behaved your selves with the greatest si•cerity and i•••grity in your places, 7 When you have behaved your selves with the greatest si•cerity and i•••grity in your places, crd c-crq pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 100 Page 39
629 and have been able to do most for God, still look for your Acceptance with God, and have been able to do most for God, still look for your Acceptance with God, cc vhb vbn j pc-acp vdi av-ds p-acp np1, av vvb p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 100 Page 39
630 and your Reward from him as of Free-grace only. This is to be upright in the upshot of all. and your Reward from him as of Free grace only. This is to be upright in the upshot of all. cc po22 vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp pp-f n1 av-j. d vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (5) observation (DIV2) 100 Page 39
631 Finally, have you not often received encouragements from the promises? hath not the Lord been present with you in difficulties? have you not been oft refreshed with the testimony of a good Conscience, that in si•pli•ity and godly si•cerity you have managed what hath been in your hand? have you not been a Government enquiring after the mind and will of God, given to prayer, Finally, have you not often received encouragements from the promises? hath not the Lord been present with you in difficulties? have you not been oft refreshed with the testimony of a good Conscience, that in si•pli•ity and godly si•cerity you have managed what hath been in your hand? have you not been a Government inquiring After the mind and will of God, given to prayer, av-j, vhb pn22 xx av vvn n2 p-acp dt n2? vhz xx dt n1 vbn j p-acp pn22 p-acp n2? vhb pn22 xx vbn av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst p-acp n1 cc j n1 pn22 vhb vvn r-crq vhz vbn p-acp po22 n1? vhb pn22 xx vbn dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 101 Page 39
632 and to advise with the Word of God and the faithful dispensers of the same? Now then go on, and to Advice with the Word of God and the faithful dispensers of the same? Now then go on, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j n2 pp-f dt d? av av vvi a-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 101 Page 39
633 even this year also, in this your might, Being and Doing All for God; even this year also, in this your might, Being and Doing All for God; av d n1 av, p-acp d po22 n1, vbg cc vdg d p-acp np1; (5) observation (DIV2) 101 Page 39
634 And He that is indeed the great Shepherd and Stone of Israel, shall be in the midst of you, The mighty Counsellor, The Prince of Peace, upon whose shoulder the Government is and shall be. And He that is indeed the great Shepherd and Stone of Israel, shall be in the midst of you, The mighty Counsellor, The Prince of Peace, upon whose shoulder the Government is and shall be. cc pns31 cst vbz av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn22, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 dt n1 vbz cc vmb vbi. (5) observation (DIV2) 101 Page 39
635 Ʋse 4. Of Encouragement and Assurance •o all the Lords people here in this Wi•der•ess. Ʋse 4. Of Encouragement and Assurance •o all the lords people Here in this Wi•der•ess. j crd pp-f n1 cc n1 av d dt n2 n1 av p-acp d n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
636 Let us but prove Children that will not lie, and we shall not want Salvation. If we lie not, the vision shall not he. Let us but prove Children that will not lie, and we shall not want Salvation. If we lie not, the vision shall not he. vvb pno12 p-acp vvi n2 cst vmb xx vvi, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi n1. cs pns12 vvb xx, dt n1 vmb xx pns31. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
637 Nothing but our own Lie can shut us out from the Salvation of God. Our great work lyes in this to keep from being lving children; Nothing but our own Lie can shut us out from the Salvation of God. Our great work lies in this to keep from being lving children; pix p-acp po12 d n1 vmb vvi pno12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. po12 j n1 vvz p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp vbg j n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
638 we may now confidently leave the work of saving us with God. we may now confidently leave the work of Saving us with God. pns12 vmb av av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg pno12 p-acp np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
639 Yea out E•emies in this way shall be fou•d Liars unto us; Achitophel shall die in Child-bed, not being able to give life and birth to his mischievors Conceptions. Yea out E•emies in this Way shall be fou•d Liars unto us; Ahithophel shall die in Childbed, not being able to give life and birth to his mischievors Conceptions. uh av n2 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn n2 p-acp pno12; np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2 n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
640 Balaam may set up his Altars, and offer his Sacrifices, •nd seek Incha•t••rts once and again, •ut withou• success, balaam may Set up his Altars, and offer his Sacrifices, •nd seek Incha•t••rts once and again, •ut withou• success, np1 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n2, cc vvb po31 n2, vvb vvb n2 a-acp cc av, av n1 n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
641 when the Lord beholds •ot this i•iquity in Jacob no• sees this perv•rse••ss in Israel. If the Lord preserve un•• us a faithful Peopl•, a faithful Mini•t••, a faithf•l Magistrace, He will then App•••t Salvati•n for Walls and B••w••ks to us. when the Lord beholds •ot this i•iquity in Jacob no• sees this perv•rse••ss in Israel. If the Lord preserve un•• us a faithful Peopl•, a faithful Mini•t••, a faithf•l Magistracy, He will then App•••t Salvati•n for Walls and B••w••ks to us. c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 d n1 p-acp np1 n1 vvz d n1 p-acp np1. cs dt n1 vvb n1 pno12 dt j np1, dt j np1, dt j np1, pns31 vmb av vmb vvi p-acp n2 cc vvz p-acp pno12. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
642 I• is New-E•glands •ie that must open the door unto New-••glands R•ine, which he Lord for ever preserve u• from, I• is New-E•glands •ie that must open the door unto New-••glands R•ine, which he Lord for ever preserve u• from, np1 vbz j j cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq pns31 n1 c-acp av vvi n1 p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
643 and set a double Lo•k of faithfulness upon all our Souls, that we may be both faithful to God, and Set a double Lo•k of faithfulness upon all our Souls, that we may be both faithful to God, cc vvd dt vvb j pp-f n1 p-acp d po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vbi av-d j p-acp np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
644 and also fai•hful wi•h h•s Saints. and also fai•hful wi•h h•s Saints. cc av j n1 vvz n2. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
645 I will but briefly note unto you a few particulars out of Psal 125. and so shut up all. I will but briefly note unto you a few particulars out of Psalm 125. and so shut up all. pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j vvb p-acp pn22 dt d n2-j av pp-f np1 crd cc av vvn a-acp d. (5) observation (DIV2) 102 Page 39
646 •irst, We have a time a•d seaso• of sore trial and exercise suppos•d, by reason of the building and blossoming •f the Rod of wick•d men, •irst, We have a time a•d seaso• of soar trial and exercise suppos•d, by reason of the building and blossoming •f the Rod of wick•d men, n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 vvd n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j-vvg n1 dt n1 pp-f j n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 103 Page 39
647 and its lyi•g •pon the Lot of th• Ri••teous for a •ime, v•r. 3. Secondly, We have the d•fferen• and con•rary behaviour of persons under su•h an hour of temp•ati••. and its lyi•g •pon the Lot of th• Ri••teous for a •ime, v•r. 3. Secondly, We have the d•fferen• and con•rary behaviour of Persons under su•h an hour of temp•ati••. cc po31 vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp dt n1, n1. crd ord, pns12 vhb dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 103 Page 39
648 Some are Children that will not li•; some Are Children that will not li•; d vbr n2 cst vmb xx n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 104 Page 39
649 they are good in such 〈 ◊ 〉 times, they are upright in their hearts, v. 4 and they trust in God, v. 1. O•hers th•y p••ve Liars, they tur• aside into crook•d wayes, they sh•ink and preva•l• are with God, they Are good in such 〈 ◊ 〉 times, they Are upright in their hearts, v. 4 and they trust in God, v. 1. O•hers th•y p••ve Liars, they tur• aside into crook•d ways, they sh•ink and preva•l• Are with God, pns32 vbr j p-acp d 〈 sy 〉 n2, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp po32 n2, n1 crd cc pns32 vvb p-acp np1, n1 crd ng1 vmb vhi n2, pns32 n1 av p-acp j n2, pns32 vvb cc n1 vbr p-acp np1, (5) observation (DIV2) 104 Page 39
650 and wa•p off ••om •he straitness of the Rule, and •he up••gh•n•ss •f the Caus• of G•d, v 5. and wa•p off ••om •he straitness of the Rule, and •he up••gh•n•ss •f the Caus• of G•d, v 5. cc vvb a-acp av j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-d av-dc j-jn dt np1 pp-f np1, crd crd (5) observation (DIV2) 104 Page 39
651 Thi••l•, We have the 〈 … 〉 which the L•rd m•kes with these 〈 ◊ 〉 pers••s. 1. Those 〈 … 〉 asi•• into crook•d 〈 ◊ 〉, a•d s• prove Li•rs to God, H• l•ads th•m forth with th• workers o• iniquity, they are not men that do at the first openly pass over into the Tents of wickedness, Thi••l•, We have the 〈 … 〉 which the L•rd m•kes with these 〈 ◊ 〉 pers••s. 1. Those 〈 … 〉 asi•• into crook•d 〈 ◊ 〉, a•d s• prove Li•rs to God, H• l•ads th•m forth with th• workers o• iniquity, they Are not men that do At the First openly pass over into the Tents of wickedness, np1, pns12 vhb dt 〈 … 〉 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d 〈 sy 〉 vbz. crd d 〈 … 〉 n1 p-acp j 〈 sy 〉, j n1 vvi n2 p-acp np1, np1 vvz n1 av p-acp n1 n2 n1 n1, pns32 vbr xx n2 cst vdb p-acp dt ord av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
652 but in such a day of tri•l, they are unsound with God, and have their By-wayes of sinful latitude and compliance, playing fast and loose with a good Cause, under corrupt byasses and fair preterces; but in such a day of tri•l, they Are unsound with God, and have their Byways of sinful latitude and compliance, playing fast and lose with a good Cause, under corrupt Byasses and fair preterces; cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp np1, cc vhb po32 n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vvg av-j cc vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n2 cc j n2; (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
653 such as these, whoever they be, even the best of them, the Lord shall make them to go with workers of iniquity. such as these, whoever they be, even the best of them, the Lord shall make them to go with workers of iniquity. d c-acp d, r-crq pns32 vbb, av dt js pp-f pno32, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
654 (1) Workers of iniquity are of a vile low esteem both with God and his Saints, (1) Workers of iniquity Are of a vile low esteem both with God and his Saints, (crd) n2 pp-f n1 vbr pp-f dt j j n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
655 so these turners aside shall be cast out of the heart & esteem of Christ and of his Saints, so these turners aside shall be cast out of the heart & esteem of christ and of his Saints, av d n2 av vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
656 if ever they had any repute they shall lose it (2) Workers of iniquity proceed on and grow worse and worse, 2 Tim. 3 13. so it is the curse of God upon crooked wayes that they are ever headlong down-hill wayes. Men think they will go but thus far or so far in treacherous false wayes, if ever they had any repute they shall loose it (2) Workers of iniquity proceed on and grow Worse and Worse, 2 Tim. 3 13. so it is the curse of God upon crooked ways that they Are ever headlong downhill ways. Men think they will go but thus Far or so Far in treacherous false ways, cs av pns32 vhd d n1 pns32 vmb vvi pn31 (crd) n2 pp-f n1 vvb a-acp cc vvi av-jc cc av-jc, crd np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2 cst pns32 vbr av av-j n1 n2. n2 vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp av av-j cc av av-j p-acp j j n2, (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
657 and remain hid all the while under some fair cloak, but they shall proceed untill they be known, Prov. 10 4. (3) Workers of iniquity are ever cut short of their designs, Psal. 21. 11. so it shall be with these. (4) Workers of iniquity stumble in, and remain hid all the while under Some fair cloak, but they shall proceed until they be known, Curae 10 4. (3) Workers of iniquity Are ever Cut short of their designs, Psalm 21. 11. so it shall be with these. (4) Workers of iniquity Stumble in, cc vvi vvn d dt n1 p-acp d j n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vbb vvn, np1 crd crd (crd) n2 pp-f n1 vbr av vvb j pp-f po32 n2, np1 crd crd av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d. (crd) n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp, (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
658 and dash themselves against all the Righteous wayes of God, and so shall •hese warpers, Hos 14 9. (5) Workers of iniquity are snared in their own way, and dash themselves against all the Righteous ways of God, and so shall •hese warpers, Hos 14 9. (5) Workers of iniquity Are snared in their own Way, cc vvi px32 p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc av vmb n1 n2, fw-la crd crd (crd) n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp po32 d n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
659 so shall these that so turn aside, they shall be intangled and hang in the bushes and thickets of their own contrivances, Psal. 5. 9, 10. & 7. 14, 15, 16. (6) Workers of iniquity shall be turned into Hell, and so shall those that choose crooked wayes, Prov. 1. 32. The turning away of the simple shall slay them. so shall these that so turn aside, they shall be entangled and hang in the Bushes and thickets of their own contrivances, Psalm 5. 9, 10. & 7. 14, 15, 16. (6) Workers of iniquity shall be turned into Hell, and so shall those that choose crooked ways, Curae 1. 32. The turning away of the simple shall slay them. av vmb d cst av vvb av, pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d n2, np1 crd crd, crd cc crd crd, crd, crd (crd) n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc av vmb d cst vvb j n2, np1 crd crd dt n-vvg av pp-f dt j vmb vvi pno32. (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
660 There are but two bundles at the last day, that great Harvest-day; the bundle of life, and of the workers of iniquity: D•vid prayes that he may not be sound in this bundle, Psal. 26. 9. but into this shall all that turn aside be gathered; They shall go to their Companions in the issue; There Are but two bundles At the last day, that great Harvest-day; the bundle of life, and of the workers of iniquity: D•vid prays that he may not be found in this bundle, Psalm 26. 9. but into this shall all that turn aside be gathered; They shall go to their Sodales in the issue; pc-acp vbr p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt ord n1, cst j n1; dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1: np1 vvz cst pns31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp d vmb d d vvb av vbb vvn; pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
661 whatever they would be thought to be here, yet they shall inherit Hell and Damnation at the last under this very Title of Workers of iniquity, Mat. 7. 23. But 2. with the Ʋpright and such as continue Trusting in God in the hour of Tempration, the Lord deals after another manner; whatever they would be Thought to be Here, yet they shall inherit Hell and Damnation At the last under this very Title of Workers of iniquity, Mathew 7. 23. But 2. with the Ʋpright and such as continue Trusting in God in the hour of Temptation, the Lord deals After Another manner; r-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av, av pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ord p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd p-acp crd p-acp dt av-j cc d c-acp vvb vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1; (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
662 unto these Chil•ren that will not lie he becomes a Saviour. (1) They shall be as Mount Zion which cannot be moved, but abideth for ever. unto these Chil•ren that will not lie he becomes a Saviour. (1) They shall be as Mount Zion which cannot be moved, but Abideth for ever. p-acp d n2 cst vmb xx vvi pns31 vvz dt n1. (crd) pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n1 np1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp vvz p-acp av. (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
663 Ungodly ones like chaff are blown away, but Mount Zion Abideth for ever, ver. 1. (2) The Lord will be round about them for ever, v. 2. they need not fear then the siege, the encamping, the assaults of enemies though they be Round about; the Lord is both the Center and Circumference too, in the safety and security of his upright ones: Ungodly ones like chaff Are blown away, but Mount Zion Abideth for ever, ver. 1. (2) The Lord will be round about them for ever, v. 2. they need not Fear then the siege, the encamping, the assaults of enemies though they be Round about; the Lord is both the Centre and Circumference too, in the safety and security of his upright ones: j-u pi2 j n1 vbr vvn av, cc-acp vvb np1 vvz p-acp av, fw-la. crd (crd) dt n1 vmb vbb av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp av, n1 crd pns32 vvb xx vvb av dt n1, dt vvg, dt n2 pp-f n2 c-acp pns32 vbb av-j a-acp; dt n1 vbz d dt n1 cc n1 av, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j pi2: (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
664 for as here he is said to be round about them, so Psal 46. •. He is said to be in the midst of them also. (3) The Lord will do them good, v. r. for as Here he is said to be round about them, so Psalm 46. •. He is said to be in the midst of them also. (3) The Lord will do them good, v. r. p-acp a-acp av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp pno32, av np1 crd •. pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 av. (crd) dt n1 vmb vdb pno32 j, n1 zz. (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
665 4. The goodness of the Lord is a Cordial sufficient against all fa•n•ing, Psal 27. 13. there is all Salvation contained in i•, Zech. 9. 16, 17. (4) The Lord will give them Peace, ver. •ast. 4. The Goodness of the Lord is a Cordial sufficient against all fa•n•ing, Psalm 27. 13. there is all Salvation contained in i•, Zechariah 9. 16, 17. (4) The Lord will give them Peace, ver. •ast. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j j p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd a-acp vbz d n1 vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd (crd) dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 n1, fw-la. n1. (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
666 Peace shall be upon Israel, i. e. upon Israel walking uprightly. According to Rule, and not crookedly, Gal. 6. 16. Those are the true and faithful sa•ings of God. Peace shall be upon Israel, i. e. upon Israel walking uprightly. According to Rule, and not crookedly, Gal. 6. 16. Those Are the true and faithful sa•ings of God. n1 vmb vbi p-acp np1, sy. sy. p-acp np1 vvg av-j. vvg pc-acp vvi, cc xx av-j, np1 crd crd d vbr dt j cc j n2 pp-f np1. (5) observation (DIV2) 105 Page 40
667 They are and ought to be for our encouragement, that we through patient continua••• in well-doing, They Are and ought to be for our encouragement, that we through patient continua••• in welldoing, pns32 vbr cc vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 p-acp j n1 p-acp n1, (5) observation (DIV2) 106 Page 40
668 and the comfort of such Scriptures might have hope. Let come what will come, if we Answer what the Lord hath said of us, That Surely we are his People, Children that will not lie; and the Comfort of such Scriptures might have hope. Let come what will come, if we Answer what the Lord hath said of us, That Surely we Are his People, Children that will not lie; cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmd vhi n1. vvb vvb r-crq vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pp-f pno12, cst av-j pns12 vbr po31 n1, n2 cst vmb xx vvi; (5) observation (DIV2) 106 Page 40
669 He will then most Assuredly and most Seasonably Become New-Englands Saviour. Isa 51. 7, 8. & 26. 1, 2. FINIS. He will then most Assuredly and most Seasonably Become New-Englands Saviour. Isaiah 51. 7, 8. & 26. 1, 2. FINIS. pns31 vmb av av-ds av-vvn cc av-ds av-j vvn npg1 n1. np1 crd crd, crd cc crd crd, crd fw-la. (5) observation (DIV2) 106 Page 40

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