Of the reverence due to God in his publick worship a sermon preach'd before the King & Queen, at White-Hall, March 25, 1694, being the 5th Sunday in Lent / by the Right Reverend Father in God, Nicholas Lord Bishop of Chester.

Stratford, Nicholas, 1633-1707
Publisher: Printed by Tho Warren for Thomas Bennet
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1694
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A61809 ESTC ID: R687 STC ID: S5937
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Ecclesiastes V, 1; God -- Worship and love; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preach'd before the King and Queen. ECCLES. V. j. former part. Keep thy foot when thou goest to the House of GOD. A SERMON Preached before the King and Queen. ECCLES. V. j. former part. Keep thy foot when thou goest to the House of GOD. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1. np1. np1 crd. j n1. vvb po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 3
1 IN the beginning of this Chapter Solomon prescribes several Rules to be observed by us in the Worship of God, IN the beginning of this Chapter Solomon prescribes several Rules to be observed by us in the Worship of God, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 np1 vvz j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
2 as ever we expect to recommend our selves thereby to his Favour and Acceptance. The first of which is general, and extends to the whole publick Worship; as ever we expect to recommend our selves thereby to his Favour and Acceptance. The First of which is general, and extends to the Whole public Worship; c-acp av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. dt ord pp-f r-crq vbz j, cc vvz p-acp dt j-jn j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
3 the other are particular, relating to some special parts of it. the other Are particular, relating to Some special parts of it. dt j-jn vbr j, vvg p-acp d j n2 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
4 The general Rule is that which I have chosen to insist upon, Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God. The general Rule is that which I have chosen to insist upon, Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God. dt j n1 vbz d r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
5 In treating of which, I shall, by God's Assistance, do these Three things. I. In treating of which, I shall, by God's Assistance, do these Three things. I. p-acp vvg pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb, p-acp npg1 n1, vdb d crd n2. pns11. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
6 I shall briefly shew the Meaning of the Words, and what is the Duty therein prescribed. II. I shall enforce the Duty by proper Arguments. III. I shall suggest some further Helps by way of Direction, in order to the better Performance of it. I. I shall briefly show the Meaning of the Words, and what is the Duty therein prescribed. II I shall enforce the Duty by proper Arguments. III. I shall suggest Some further Helps by Way of Direction, in order to the better Performance of it. I. pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cc r-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn. crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2. np1. pns11 vmb vvi d jc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31. pns11. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
7 I shall briefly explain the Words, and shew what is the Duty therein prescribed. Keep, or take heed to thy feet, so I read them; I shall briefly explain the Words, and show what is the Duty therein prescribed. Keep, or take heed to thy feet, so I read them; pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt n2, cc vvb r-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn. vvb, cc vvb n1 p-acp po21 n2, av pns11 vvb pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
8 the Hebrew Letters being plural, though the Pointing, which I take to be but a late Invention of the Masorites, is singular. the Hebrew Letters being plural, though the Pointing, which I take to be but a late Invention of the Masorites, is singular. dt njp np1 vbg j, cs dt vvg, r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, vbz j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
9 Take heed to thy Feet when thou goest, or rather when thou comest: for so the Original Word signifies, Take heed to thy Feet when thou goest, or rather when thou Comest: for so the Original Word signifies, vvb n1 p-acp po21 n2 c-crq pns21 vv2, cc av-c c-crq pns21 vv2: p-acp av dt j-jn n1 vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
10 and is so translated in several other places; and is so translated in several other places; cc vbz av vvn p-acp j j-jn n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
11 and that it ought to be so render'd here, appears, because all the Duties afterward mentioned, to which this word in common belongs, are such as are to be perform'd, not when we are going, but when we are come to the House of God. and that it ought to be so rendered Here, appears, Because all the Duties afterwards mentioned, to which this word in Common belongs, Are such as Are to be performed, not when we Are going, but when we Are come to the House of God. cc cst pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi av vvn av, vvz, c-acp d dt n2 av vvn, p-acp r-crq d n1 p-acp j vvz, vbr d c-acp vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, xx c-crq pns12 vbr vvg, p-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
12 So that I read the Words thus. Take heed to thy feet when thou comest to the house of God. So that I read the Words thus. Take heed to thy feet when thou Comest to the house of God. av cst pns11 vvb dt n2 av. vvb n1 p-acp po21 n2 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
13 The Jews were wont to express their Reverence toward God, when they came to his House to worship him, by putting off their Shooes at their Entrance into it. The jews were wont to express their reverence towards God, when they Come to his House to worship him, by putting off their Shoes At their Entrance into it. dt np2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vvg a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
14 Whether this Custom was derived from the Patriarchs before Moses; or from that Command God gave to Moses and Joshua, To loose their shooes from off their feet, Whither this Custom was derived from the Patriarchs before Moses; or from that Command God gave to Moses and joshua, To lose their shoes from off their feet, cs d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1; cc p-acp d n1 np1 vvd p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp vvb po32 n2 p-acp a-acp po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
15 because the place whereon they stood was holy ground, need not now be disputed. Because the place whereon they stood was holy ground, need not now be disputed. c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd vbds j n1, vvb xx av vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
16 It is sufficient, that this Rite of Veneration was used by them, when they approach'd to God in his Publick Worship. It is sufficient, that this Rite of Veneration was used by them, when they approached to God in his Public Worship. pn31 vbz j, cst d n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
17 Now that Solomon here alludes to this Practice, no Man, I think, will question, who considers, That all other Accounts given of this Expression, seem very foreign and impertinent to the Matter he here treats of. Now that Solomon Here alludes to this Practice, no Man, I think, will question, who considers, That all other Accounts given of this Expression, seem very foreign and impertinent to the Matter he Here treats of. av cst np1 av vvz p-acp d n1, dx n1, pns11 vvb, vmb vvi, r-crq vvz, cst d j-jn n2 vvn pp-f d n1, vvb av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pns31 av vvz pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
18 The Duty therefore here injoin'd is, That we behave our selves decently and reverently when we come to worship God in his House. The Duty Therefore Here enjoined is, That we behave our selves decently and reverently when we come to worship God in his House. dt n1 av av vvd vbz, cst pns12 vvi po12 n2 av-j cc av-j c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
19 So that when Solomon says, Take heed to thy feet, he does in effect say; So that when Solomon Says, Take heed to thy feet, he does in Effect say; av cst c-crq np1 vvz, vvb n1 p-acp po21 n2, pns31 vdz p-acp n1 vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
20 Do not come rudely into the House of God, nor behave thy self carelesly when thou art there; Do not come rudely into the House of God, nor behave thy self carelessly when thou art there; vdb xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx vvi po21 n1 av-j c-crq pns21 vb2r a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
21 but address thy self to God with that Reverence and godly Fear, which becomes so glorious and dreadful a Majesty. but address thy self to God with that reverence and godly fear, which becomes so glorious and dreadful a Majesty. cc-acp vvb po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 cc j n1, r-crq vvz av j cc j dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
22 Before I proceed, that my Design may be clearly understood, I shall premise Two things. Before I proceed, that my Design may be clearly understood, I shall premise Two things. c-acp pns11 vvb, cst po11 n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn, pns11 vmb n1 crd n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
23 1. That which I intend to speak to at present, is not that Reverence which is due to the House, by which it ought to be distinguished from all other Houses, upon the account of its peculiar Relation to God: 1. That which I intend to speak to At present, is not that reverence which is due to the House, by which it ought to be distinguished from all other Houses, upon the account of its peculiar Relation to God: crd d r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp j, vbz xx d n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp np1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
24 but that which we are to give to God, when we present our selves there to worship him; but that which we Are to give to God, when we present our selves there to worship him; cc-acp cst r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
25 in like manner as all those particular Duties afterward mentioned, relating to the several Parts of Worship there to be performed, are such as immediately respect God himself. in like manner as all those particular Duties afterwards mentioned, relating to the several Parts of Worship there to be performed, Are such as immediately respect God himself. p-acp j n1 p-acp d d j n2 av vvn, vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, vbr d c-acp av-j n1 np1 px31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
26 2. Though bodily Reverence is the only thing expressed in the Text, yet the Reverence of the Soul, of which that of the Body is but a Sign, is suppos'd and impli'd; 2. Though bodily reverence is the only thing expressed in the Text, yet the reverence of the Soul, of which that of the Body is but a Signen, is supposed and implied; crd cs j n1 vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f r-crq d pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn cc vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
27 since all outward Expressions of Devotion, how solemn and pompous soever, which do not arise from within, are no better than Hypocrisie, since all outward Expressions of Devotion, how solemn and pompous soever, which do not arise from within, Are no better than Hypocrisy, c-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq j cc j av, r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp a-acp, vbr dx jc cs n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
28 and by consequence are abhorr'd by God, who sees in secret. and by consequence Are abhorred by God, who sees in secret. cc p-acp n1 vbr vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vvz p-acp j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
29 So that the Reverence here requir'd, is both that of the inward, and that of the outward Man. That of the inward Man consists in such Thoughts and Affections, So that the reverence Here required, is both that of the inward, and that of the outward Man. That of the inward Man consists in such Thoughts and Affections, av cst dt n1 av vvn, vbz d d pp-f dt j, cc d pp-f dt j n1 d pp-f dt j n1 vvz p-acp d n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
30 as are in some sort becoming the God we worship; as Are in Some sort becoming the God we worship; c-acp vbr p-acp d n1 vvg dt np1 pns12 vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
31 in awful Apprehensions of his glorious Majesty, of his unspotted Purity, of his unsearchable Wisdom, of his Almighty Power, of his Presence with us, and observant Eye over us: in awful Apprehensions of his glorious Majesty, of his unspotted Purity, of his unsearchable Wisdom, of his Almighty Power, of his Presence with us, and observant Eye over us: p-acp j n2 pp-f po31 j n1, pp-f po31 j n1, pp-f po31 j n1, pp-f po31 j-jn n1, pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc j n1 p-acp pno12: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
32 and in such an humble sense of our own Unworthiness to be admitted into his Presence, and in such an humble sense of our own Unworthiness to be admitted into his Presence, cc p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f po12 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
33 as becomes us not only as we are his Creatures, but much more as we are Sinners. as becomes us not only as we Are his Creatures, but much more as we Are Sinners. c-acp vvz pno12 xx j c-acp pns12 vbr po31 n2, cc-acp av-d dc c-acp pns12 vbr n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
34 That of the outward Man consists in such a Deportment of the Body, as is a fit Expression of the inward Reverence of the Soul; That of the outward Man consists in such a Deportment of the Body, as is a fit Expression of the inward reverence of the Soul; d pp-f dt j n1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
35 As in standing, bowing, kneeling, lifting up the Eyes and Hands toward Heaven; in diligent Attendance to his Word read and preach'd, and in other such visible signs, As in standing, bowing, kneeling, lifting up the Eyes and Hands towards Heaven; in diligent Attendance to his Word read and preached, and in other such visible Signs, c-acp p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg a-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp n1; p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn cc vvn, cc p-acp j-jn d j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
36 as openly declare, That we esteem him worthy to receive all Blessing, and Honour, and Glory, and Power. as openly declare, That we esteem him worthy to receive all Blessing, and Honour, and Glory, and Power. c-acp av-j vvi, cst pns12 vvb pno31 j pc-acp vvi d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
37 Both these are our bounden Duty, especially the former; though the latter is that which my Text hath more immediate respect to. Both these Are our bounden Duty, especially the former; though the latter is that which my Text hath more immediate respect to. d d vbr po12 vvn n1, av-j dt j; cs dt d vbz d r-crq po11 n1 vhz av-dc j n1 p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
38 The Decency, says St. Chrysostome, required of us in publick Worship, is, first to approach unto God with a broken and contrite Heart; The Decency, Says Saint Chrysostom, required of us in public Worship, is, First to approach unto God with a broken and contrite Heart; dt n1, vvz n1 np1, vvd pp-f pno12 p-acp j n1, vbz, ord pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvn cc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
39 then to shew the inward Disposition of the Heart, by the outward Deportment of the Body; then to show the inward Disposition of the Heart, by the outward Deportment of the Body; av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
40 as by standing, by the decent composure of the Hands, by a meek and contracted Voice. as by standing, by the decent composure of the Hands, by a meek and contracted Voice. c-acp p-acp vvg, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
41 Now, that in our Approaches to God, we may thus reverence him both in Body and in Spirit, I proceed, Now, that in our Approaches to God, we may thus Reverence him both in Body and in Spirit, I proceed, av, cst p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb av vvi pno31 d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, pns11 vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
42 II. To enforce the Duty by such Arguments, as will make it plainly appear, That all the Reverence we can possibly give to him, is no more than what upon all accounts we stand indispensably obliged to. II To enforce the Duty by such Arguments, as will make it plainly appear, That all the reverence we can possibly give to him, is no more than what upon all accounts we stand indispensably obliged to. crd p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp vmb vvi pn31 av-j vvi, cst d dt n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno31, vbz dx dc cs r-crq p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb av-j vvn p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 8
43 To which purpose let us consider, 1. The transcendent Excellencies of his Nature; That all Perfections of Being, not only meet in him; To which purpose let us Consider, 1. The transcendent Excellencies of his Nature; That all Perfections of Being, not only meet in him; p-acp r-crq n1 vvb pno12 vvi, crd dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1; cst d n2 pp-f vbg, xx av-j vvi p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
44 but are all in him without measure. That he is immensely great in Wisdom, Power, Goodness, Justice, Truth; but Are all in him without measure. That he is immensely great in Wisdom, Power, goodness, justice, Truth; cc-acp vbr d p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. cst pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
45 and that in proportion to the Excellencies of his Nature is the Glory he inhabits; He dwelling in that Light to which no Man can approach. and that in proportion to the Excellencies of his Nature is the Glory he inhabits; He Dwelling in that Light to which no Man can approach. cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz; pns31 vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq dx n1 vmb vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
46 Such is the God we worship, in Glory inaccessable, in Wisdom unsearchable, in Power uncontrollable, in Truth immovable, in all other Perfections infinitely exalted above all Blessing and Praise. Such is the God we worship, in Glory inaccessible, in Wisdom unsearchable, in Power uncontrollable, in Truth immovable, in all other Perfections infinitely exalted above all Blessing and Praise. d vbz dt n1 pns12 vvb, p-acp n1 j, p-acp n1 j, p-acp n1 j, p-acp n1 j, p-acp d j-jn n2 av-j vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
47 And what are we? What but Earth and Ashes, Smoak and Vapour, as St. Chrysostome expresses it? What is our Strength? What is our Wisdom? What is our Power? How weak? How silly? How scanty? So near to nothing are we, that we seem to be, rather than are, for Man walketh in a vain shew (as the Psalmist speaks); And what Are we? What but Earth and Ashes, Smoke and Vapour, as Saint Chrysostom Expresses it? What is our Strength? What is our Wisdom? What is our Power? How weak? How silly? How scanty? So near to nothing Are we, that we seem to be, rather than Are, for Man walks in a vain show (as the Psalmist speaks); cc q-crq vbr pns12? q-crq p-acp n1 cc n2, n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31? q-crq vbz po12 n1? q-crq vbz po12 n1? q-crq vbz po12 n1? q-crq j? q-crq j? q-crq n1? av av-j p-acp pix vbr n1, cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi, av-c cs vbr, p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz); (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
48 at our very best estate we are all Vanity. At our very best estate we Are all Vanity. p-acp po12 j js n1 pns12 vbr d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
49 It is the Observation of the Father now mentioned, That when St. Paul would shew the distance between God and Man, he doth not represent it to be so great, It is the Observation of the Father now mentioned, That when Saint Paul would show the distance between God and Man, he does not represent it to be so great, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, cst c-crq n1 np1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
50 but we may conceive it to be much greater. For what says he? Shall the thing formed, say to him that formed it, but we may conceive it to be much greater. For what Says he? Shall the thing formed, say to him that formed it, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av-d jc. p-acp r-crq vvz pns31? vmb dt n1 vvn, vvb p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
51 Why hast thou made me thus? Hath not the Potter power over the Clay, to make of the same lump one vessel to honour, Why hast thou made me thus? Hath not the Potter power over the Clay, to make of the same lump one vessel to honour, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av? vhz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt d n1 crd n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
52 and another to dishonour? The distance, says he, between God and Man, is as great as that between the Potter and the Clay; Yea much greater; and Another to dishonour? The distance, Says he, between God and Man, is as great as that between the Potter and the Clay; Yea much greater; cc j-jn p-acp n1? dt n1, vvz pns31, p-acp np1 cc n1, vbz a-acp j c-acp d p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; uh av-d jc; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
53 for if a Man seem more Noble and more Beautiful than the Clay, it is not the diversity of Nature, for if a Man seem more Noble and more Beautiful than the Clay, it is not the diversity of Nature, c-acp cs dt n1 vvi av-dc j cc av-dc j cs dt n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
54 but the Skill of the Artificer that hath made the difference: but the Skill of the Artificer that hath made the difference: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
55 but so great is the distance between God and Man, that neither can the Tongue express, nor the Mind conceive it. Let us consider, but so great is the distance between God and Man, that neither can the Tongue express, nor the Mind conceive it. Let us Consider, cc-acp av j vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, cst dx vmb dt n1 vvi, ccx dt n1 vvb pn31. vvb pno12 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
56 2. What God is to us; and in what Relation we stand to him. It is he that raised us at first, out of Nothing into Being; 2. What God is to us; and in what Relation we stand to him. It is he that raised us At First, out of Nothing into Being; crd q-crq np1 vbz p-acp pno12; cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno31. pn31 vbz pns31 cst vvd pno12 p-acp ord, av pp-f pix p-acp vbg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
57 that spake the word and we were made. that spoke the word and we were made. cst vvd dt n1 cc pns12 vbdr vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
58 And shall we not with the humblest Reverence, fall down before the Lord our Maker? And shall we not with the Humblest reverence, fallen down before the Lord our Maker? cc vmb pns12 xx p-acp dt js n1, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 po12 n1? (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
59 It is he, by whom we live and move, as well as have our Being; in whose hands our Breath is, and whose are all our Ways. It is he, by whom we live and move, as well as have our Being; in whose hands our Breath is, and whose Are all our Ways. pn31 vbz pns31, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi, c-acp av c-acp vhb po12 vbg; p-acp rg-crq n2 po12 n1 vbz, cc q-crq vbr d po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 10
60 And shall we not devoutly adore him, upon whom we continually so entirely depend, that we can neither breathe nor live, any longer than he sustains us? And shall we not devoutly adore him, upon whom we continually so entirely depend, that we can neither breathe nor live, any longer than he sustains us? cc vmb pns12 xx av-j vvi pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns12 av-j av av-j vvi, cst pns12 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi, d jc cs pns31 vvz pno12? (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 10
61 It is he, that daily poureth his Benefits upon us. It is he, that daily pours his Benefits upon us. pn31 vbz pns31, cst av-j vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 10
62 All those Enjoyments that render our Being, more desireable than not to be, we owe solely to him as our constant Benefactour. And shall we not revere his Goodness, to whom we owe all the good things we enjoy? Shall we by our unseemly Carriage toward him, provoke him to become our Enemy, who hath been so great a Friend to us? All those Enjoyments that render our Being, more desirable than not to be, we owe solely to him as our constant Benefactor. And shall we not revere his goodness, to whom we owe all the good things we enjoy? Shall we by our unseemly Carriage towards him, provoke him to become our Enemy, who hath been so great a Friend to us? av-d d n2 cst vvb po12 vbg, av-dc j cs xx pc-acp vbi, pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pno31 c-acp po12 j n1. cc vmb pns12 xx vvi po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb d dt j n2 pns12 vvb? vmb pns12 p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, r-crq vhz vbn av j dt n1 p-acp pno12? (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 10
63 It is he upon whom we depend for all future Blessings; It is he upon whom we depend for all future Blessings; pn31 vbz pns31 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d j-jn n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
64 from whose Bounty alone we can hope for the continuance of our Comforts in this World, from whose Bounty alone we can hope for the Continuance of our Comforts in this World, p-acp rg-crq n1 av-j pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
65 and for an Immortal Bliss in the next. and for an Immortal Bliss in the next. cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt ord. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
66 And shall we not pay all possible Respect to him, by whom we hope to be made everlastingly happy? And shall we not pay all possible Respect to him, by whom we hope to be made everlastingly happy? cc vmb pns12 xx vvi d j n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av-j j? (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
67 It is he that hath redeemed us from the hands of our Enemies, not with such poor corruptible things as Silver and Gold, It is he that hath redeemed us from the hands of our Enemies, not with such poor corruptible things as Silver and Gold, pn31 vbz pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, xx p-acp d j j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
68 but with the precious Blood of his own beloved Son. Since therefore we are not our own, ought we not to glorifie him, both with our Body and Spirit, which he hath purchased at so dear a rate? but with the precious Blood of his own Beloved Son. Since Therefore we Are not our own, ought we not to Glorify him, both with our Body and Spirit, which he hath purchased At so dear a rate? cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d j-vvn n1 p-acp av pns12 vbr xx po12 d, vmd pns12 xx pc-acp vvi pno31, av-d p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp av j-jn dt n1? (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 11
69 In short, if the foregoing Considerations do not move us, let us once more consider, That this God who is our Maker and Preserver, our munificent Benefactour, In short, if the foregoing Considerations do not move us, let us once more Consider, That this God who is our Maker and Preserver, our munificent Benefactor, p-acp j, cs dt vvg n2 vdb xx vvi pno12, vvb pno12 a-acp av-dc vvi, cst d np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1 cc n1, po12 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 11
70 and most merciful Redeemer, is also our supreme Judge, from whose Sentence there lies no Appeal. and most merciful Redeemer, is also our supreme Judge, from whose Sentence there lies no Appeal. cc av-ds j n1, vbz av po12 j n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 a-acp vvz dx n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 11
71 We must, there is no avoiding it, but whether we will or no, we must all appear before his dreadful Tribunal, to give an account of our Behaviour toward him. We must, there is no avoiding it, but whither we will or no, we must all appear before his dreadful Tribunal, to give an account of our Behaviour towards him. pns12 vmb, a-acp vbz dx vvg pn31, cc-acp cs pns12 vmb cc uh-dx, pns12 vmb d vvi p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 11
72 And can we hope for a favourable Sentence from him, if in our most solemn Worship of him, we carry our selves toward him, And can we hope for a favourable Sentence from him, if in our most solemn Worship of him, we carry our selves towards him, cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cs p-acp po12 av-ds j n1 pp-f pno31, pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 11
73 as if he were a Being so mean, as deserved not to be fear'd by us? Consider, as if he were a Being so mean, as deserved not to be feared by us? Consider, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr dt vbg av j, c-acp vvn xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12? vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 11
74 3. That this great and incomprehensible Majesty, is in a peculiar manner present with us, when we assemble together in his House to worship him. 3. That this great and incomprehensible Majesty, is in a peculiar manner present with us, when we assemble together in his House to worship him. crd cst d j cc j n1, vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvi p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb av p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
75 Though he be substantially present every where, yet in some places he is present in greater State, (as I may say) than in other, Though he be substantially present every where, yet in Some places he is present in greater State, (as I may say) than in other, cs pns31 vbb av-j vvi d q-crq, av p-acp d n2 pns31 vbz j p-acp jc n1, (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) cs p-acp j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
76 and by consequence a more awful Deportment is there required of us. and by consequence a more awful Deportment is there required of us. cc p-acp n1 dt av-dc j n1 vbz a-acp vvn pp-f pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
77 Heaven is the Place where he keeps his Court, where his chief Ministers of State constantly attend his Throne, where he most illustriously displays the Majesty of his Glory, Heaven is the Place where he keeps his Court, where his chief Ministers of State constantly attend his Throne, where he most illustriously displays the Majesty of his Glory, n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, c-crq po31 j-jn n2 pp-f n1 av-j vvi po31 n1, c-crq pns31 av-ds av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
78 and from whence he dispatches his Ambassadours to negotiate his Affairs in this lower World: and from whence he Dispatches his ambassadors to negotiate his Affairs in this lower World: cc p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp d jc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
79 But now as Earthly Kings have usually their different Palaces, one in the Imperial City, surpassing all the rest in Splendour and Magnificence; But now as Earthly Kings have usually their different Palaces, one in the Imperial city, surpassing all the rest in Splendour and Magnificence; cc-acp av c-acp j n2 vhb av-j po32 j n2, pi p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg d dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
80 others of inferiour Note in more obscure Palaces, and at a great distance from the Seat Imperial, Others of inferior Note in more Obscure Palaces, and At a great distance from the Seat Imperial, n2-jn pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp av-dc j n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
81 so this King of kings who dwells in Heaven in Glory unapproachable by mortal Eyes, hath also his Mansion-houses in which he dwells here on Earth, so this King of Kings who dwells in Heaven in Glory unapproachable by Mortal Eyes, hath also his Mansion-houses in which he dwells Here on Earth, av d n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1 j p-acp j-jn n2, vhz av po31 n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
82 and hath his Officers of State there also attending on him, though not in such shining Robes as in Heaven. and hath his Officers of State there also attending on him, though not in such shining Robes as in Heaven. cc vhz po31 n2 pp-f n1 a-acp av vvg p-acp pno31, cs xx p-acp d j-vvg n2 a-acp p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
83 Such are the Places set apart for his Publick Worship; Such Are the Places Set apart for his Public Worship; d vbr dt n2 vvd av p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
84 in these he is otherways present than in common Places, and therefore these are by way of distinction called in Scripture His Houses, and He is said to dwell in them. in these he is otherways present than in Common Places, and Therefore these Are by Way of distinction called in Scripture His Houses, and He is said to dwell in them. p-acp d pns31 vbz av j cs p-acp j n2, cc av d vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1 po31 n2, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
85 Thus he dwelt among his ancient People; Thus he dwelled among his ancient People; av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
86 first in the Tabernacle, as his moveable House, while they were in their Travels thro' the Wilderness: First in the Tabernacle, as his movable House, while they were in their Travels through the Wilderness: ord p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 j n1, cs pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
87 and in the Temple afterward as his fixed Habitation, when they came to be settled in the Land of Canaan; as this latter is expresly called by David his Palace, so he himself said of it, Here will I dwell, for I have a delight therein. and in the Temple afterwards as his fixed Habitation, when they Come to be settled in the Land of Canaan; as this latter is expressly called by David his Palace, so he himself said of it, Here will I dwell, for I have a delight therein. cc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp d d vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 po31 n1, av pns31 px31 vvd pp-f pn31, av vmb pns11 vvi, c-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 12
88 If it be now enquired, how or in what manner, God is more peculiarly present in Church-Assemblies, If it be now inquired, how or in what manner, God is more peculiarly present in Church assemblies, cs pn31 vbb av vvn, c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1, np1 vbz av-dc j j p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
89 than in other places? Though I might shew you, that he is so, sundry ways and in divers manners, than in other places? Though I might show you, that he is so, sundry ways and in diverse manners, cs p-acp j-jn n2? cs pns11 vmd vvi pn22, cst pns31 vbz av, j n2 cc p-acp j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
90 and more particularly by the communication of his Holy Spirit, to all those who come duly prepared to receive it; and more particularly by the communication of his Holy Spirit, to all those who come duly prepared to receive it; cc av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp d d r-crq vvn av-jn vvn pc-acp vvi pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
91 yet as more proper to the Argument I am now upon, I Answer briefly, by the Presence of his Heavenly Attendants, the Holy Angels; yet as more proper to the Argument I am now upon, I Answer briefly, by the Presence of his Heavenly Attendants, the Holy Angels; av a-acp av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pns11 vbm av p-acp, pns11 vvb av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2-jn, dt j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
92 as a King is more eminently present where his Court is, than where he himself is alone in Person. as a King is more eminently present where his Court is, than where he himself is alone in Person. c-acp dt n1 vbz av-dc av-j vvi c-crq po31 n1 vbz, cs c-crq pns31 px31 vbz j p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
93 Hence Jacob having seen a Vision of Angels, upon his awakeing says, Surely the Lord is in this place, Hence Jacob having seen a Vision of Angels, upon his awaking Says, Surely the Lord is in this place, av np1 vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp po31 n-vvg vvz, av-j dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
94 and I knew it not. What? did not Jacob know, that God was in every place, and I knew it not. What? did not Jacob know, that God was in every place, cc pns11 vvd pn31 xx. q-crq? vdd xx np1 vvb, cst np1 vbds p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
95 and by consequence in that where he then was? Yea doubtless. and by consequence in that where he then was? Yea doubtless. cc p-acp n1 p-acp d c-crq pns31 av vbds? uh av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
96 The meaning therefore is, God is in a more solemn manner in this place than in others, he is here, The meaning Therefore is, God is in a more solemn manner in this place than in Others, he is Here, dt n1 av vbz, np1 vbz p-acp dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d n1 cs p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vbz av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
97 as in his Palace, with his prime Ministers attending on him; as in his Palace, with his prime Ministers attending on him; c-acp p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 j-jn n2 vvg p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
98 as appears by what follows, How dreadful is this place? this is no other but the House of God, this is the Gate of Heaven. as appears by what follows, How dreadful is this place? this is no other but the House of God, this is the Gate of Heaven. c-acp vvz p-acp r-crq vvz, c-crq j vbz d n1? d vbz dx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 13
99 Now that the Angels are present in the Assemblies for his Worship, we have sufficient evidence, both in the Old Testament and in the New. The Psalmist speaking of Mount Sion, the place set apart for his publick Worship, says, The Chariot of God is twice ten thousand, thousands of Angels, the Lord is among them, Sinai is in the Sanctuary (so the words are to be render'd according to the Original.) By the Chariot of God is meant the Host of Angels, by which God's special Presence is convey'd from Heaven to Earth, Now that the Angels Are present in the Assemblies for his Worship, we have sufficient evidence, both in the Old Testament and in the New. The Psalmist speaking of Mount Sion, the place Set apart for his public Worship, Says, The Chariot of God is twice ten thousand, thousands of Angels, the Lord is among them, Sinai is in the Sanctuary (so the words Are to be rendered according to the Original.) By the Chariot of God is meant the Host of Angels, by which God's special Presence is conveyed from Heaven to Earth, av cst dt n2 vbr j p-acp dt n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vhb j n1, av-d p-acp dt j n1 cc p-acp dt np1 dt n1 vvg pp-f n1 np1, dt n1 vvd av p-acp po31 j n1, vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av crd crd, crd pp-f n2, dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32, np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 (av dt n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt j-jn.) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq npg1 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
100 and the plain meaning of the words is this, That a great Host of Angels does now attend upon God in Mount Sion, the place of his Public Worship, and the plain meaning of the words is this, That a great Host of Angels does now attend upon God in Mount Sion, the place of his Public Worship, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz d, cst dt j n1 pp-f n2 vdz av vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
101 as they did formerly on Mount Sinai, at the giving of the Law there. This Angelical Presence was represented both in the Tabernacle and in the Temple; as they did formerly on Mount Sinai, At the giving of the Law there. This Angelical Presence was represented both in the Tabernacle and in the Temple; c-acp pns32 vdd av-j p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 a-acp. d j n1 vbds vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
102 by the Figures of the Cherubin woven in the Curtains of the former, and carved in the Walls of the latter. by the Figures of the Cherubin woven in the Curtains of the former, and carved in the Walls of the latter. p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
103 And if the Angels gave their attendance at the Jewish, can it be thought that they pay not as much respect to our Christian Worship? If that low and carnal Service had so great an honour vouchsafed to it, can it be imagined, that that which is more Spiritual, And if the Angels gave their attendance At the Jewish, can it be Thought that they pay not as much respect to our Christian Worship? If that low and carnal Service had so great an honour vouchsafed to it, can it be imagined, that that which is more Spiritual, cc cs dt n2 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt jp, vmb pn31 vbi vvn cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 np1 n1? cs d j cc j n1 vhd av j dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31, vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cst d r-crq vbz av-dc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 14
104 and more becoming the Divine Nature should have less? If any Man can entertain a thought so unreasonable, he may soon be convinced of his error, by calling to remembrance, That St. Paul took it for granted, that the Angels were present at Religious Christian Assemblies, and more becoming the Divine Nature should have less? If any Man can entertain a Thought so unreasonable, he may soon be convinced of his error, by calling to remembrance, That Saint Paul took it for granted, that the Angels were present At Religious Christian Assemblies, cc av-dc vvg dt j-jn n1 vmd vhi dc? cs d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av j, pns31 vmb av vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp n1, cst n1 np1 vvd pn31 p-acp vvn, cst dt n2 vbdr j p-acp j njp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
105 and thought this alone a sufficient Reason, why Women should there present themselves in a decent Dress. and Thought this alone a sufficient Reason, why Women should there present themselves in a decent Dress. cc vvd d av-j dt j n1, q-crq n2 vmd pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
106 For this cause (saith he) ought the woman to have power on her head, because of the Angels. For this cause (Says he) ought the woman to have power on her head, Because of the Angels. p-acp d n1 (vvz pns31) vmd dt n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pp-f dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
107 By Power is here meant a Veil, the Token of her Husband's Power over her, (by a Trope not unusual in Holy Scripture) so that the Meaning is, Such regard ought to be had to the Angels, who attend our Publick Worship, By Power is Here meant a Veil, the Token of her Husband's Power over her, (by a Trope not unusual in Holy Scripture) so that the Meaning is, Such regard ought to be had to the Angels, who attend our Public Worship, p-acp n1 vbz av vvn dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1|vbz n1 p-acp pno31, (p-acp dt n1 xx j p-acp j n1) av cst dt vvg vbz, d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dt n2, r-crq vvb po12 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
108 and observe our Demeanour in it, that the Woman, out of Respect to them, ought to be decently habited, to have a Covering on her Head, in token of her Subjection to her Husband. and observe our Demeanour in it, that the Woman, out of Respect to them, ought to be decently habited, to have a Covering on her Head, in token of her Subjection to her Husband. cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp pn31, cst dt n1, av pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, pc-acp vhi dt vvg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
109 Were this peculiar Presence of God with his Holy Angels duly consider'd, one would think it should cause all Women professing Godliness, to present themselves in the Church, in a more modest and humble Dress, than some of them do. Were this peculiar Presence of God with his Holy Angels duly considered, one would think it should cause all Women professing Godliness, to present themselves in the Church, in a more modest and humble Dress, than Some of them doe. vbdr d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n2 av-jn vvn, pi vmd vvi pn31 vmd vvi d n2 vvg n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, cs d pp-f pno32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
110 To compose us yet to greater Reverence, let us consider, 4. What the Meaning and Intention of Divine Worship is. To compose us yet to greater reverence, let us Consider, 4. What the Meaning and Intention of Divine Worship is. pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp jc n1, vvb pno12 vvi, crd q-crq dt vvg cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
111 Is it not (as far as we are able) to honour God according to his excellent Greatness; Is it not (as Far as we Are able) to honour God according to his excellent Greatness; vbz pn31 xx (c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j) pc-acp vvi np1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
112 to acknowledge the infinite distance that is between Him and us; to acknowledge the infinite distance that is between Him and us; pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31 cc pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 15
113 to make profession of our entire dependence upon him, and subjection to him? This surely is the plain Import of every part of Religious Worship. to make profession of our entire dependence upon him, and subjection to him? This surely is the plain Import of every part of Religious Worship. p-acp vvi n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 p-acp pno31? np1 av-j vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
114 In praising God, We declare the peerless Excellencies of his Nature, and ascribe to him the Glory of his admirable Works. In praising God, We declare the peerless Excellencies of his Nature, and ascribe to him the Glory of his admirable Works. p-acp vvg np1, pns12 vvb dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 j vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
115 In putting up our Petitions to him, for the prevention or removal of all evil, In putting up our Petitions to him, for the prevention or removal of all evil, p-acp vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
116 and for the obtaining of all good things, we acknowledge his All-sufficiency, and our own Emptiness. and for the obtaining of all good things, we acknowledge his All-sufficiency, and our own Emptiness. cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2, pns12 vvb po31 n1, cc po12 d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
117 And what do we else in Thanksgiving, but gratefully own our Obligations to his bounteous Goodness, And what do we Else in Thanksgiving, but gratefully own our Obligations to his bounteous goodness, cc q-crq vdb pns12 av p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j d po12 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
118 for all the good things we either have or hope for? for all the good things we either have or hope for? p-acp d dt j n2 pns12 av-d vhb cc vvb p-acp? (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
119 Thus the Meaning of every Act of Divine Worship, is to give Glory to God, by entertaining such Thoughts of him, Thus the Meaning of every Act of Divine Worship, is to give Glory to God, by entertaining such Thoughts of him, av dt vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 16
120 and Affections toward him, as are in some sort suitable to the Perfections of his Nature, and Affections towards him, as Are in Some sort suitable to the Perfections of his Nature, cc n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp vbr p-acp d n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 16
121 and to those Relations we stand in to him; and to those Relations we stand in to him; cc p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 16
122 and by representing to others by outward Signs, the inward Devotion of our Souls toward him. and by representing to Others by outward Signs, the inward Devotion of our Souls towards him. cc p-acp vvg p-acp n2-jn p-acp j n2, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 16
123 And though it be true, That the Body may bow, when there is no submission of the Soul to God; And though it be true, That the Body may bow, when there is no submission of the Soul to God; cc cs pn31 vbb j, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
124 the Hands may be lifted up to Heaven, when the Heart is in the Ends of the Earth: the Hands may be lifted up to Heaven, when the Heart is in the Ends of the Earth: dt n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
125 yet when the Soul is possessed with the Fear of God, it will naturally discover it self by a suitable Composure and Deportment of the Body. yet when the Soul is possessed with the fear of God, it will naturally discover it self by a suitable Composure and Deportment of the Body. av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb av-j vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
126 And therefore when the outward Behaviour is such, as no way testifies our honourable Esteem of God, we cannot truly be said to worship him, And Therefore when the outward Behaviour is such, as no Way Testifies our honourable Esteem of God, we cannot truly be said to worship him, cc av c-crq dt j n1 vbz d, c-acp av-dx n1 vvz po12 j n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmbx av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
127 because we do not then honour, but rather despise him. And such is the Carriage of too many Persons in many of our Religious Assemblies, Because we do not then honour, but rather despise him. And such is the Carriage of too many Persons in many of our Religious Assemblies, c-acp pns12 vdb xx av n1, cc-acp av-c vvb pno31. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f av d n2 p-acp d pp-f po12 j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
128 so far from giving God the Glory of his incomprehensible Majesty, that they durst not behave themselves so disrespectfully in the Presence of their Earthly Prince; so Far from giving God the Glory of his incomprehensible Majesty, that they durst not behave themselves so disrespectfully in the Presence of their Earthly Prince; av av-j p-acp vvg np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cst pns32 vvd xx vvi px32 av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
129 especially when they come to pay their Homage to him, to receive his Commands, or to beg some great Favour of him. especially when they come to pay their Homage to him, to receive his Commands, or to beg Some great Favour of him. av-j c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 vvz, cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
130 For would any Man shew that Contempt of his Prince as not to attend to his Voice, For would any Man show that Contempt of his Prince as not to attend to his Voice, p-acp vmd d n1 vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
131 but turn away from him, and talk with another Man, while his Prince is signifying his Will and Pleasure to him, but turn away from him, and talk with Another Man, while his Prince is signifying his Will and Pleasure to him, cc-acp vvb av p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cs po31 n1 vbz vvg po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
132 and laying his Commands upon him? Would any Man laugh in his Prince's Face, at the same time, that he is begging the Pardon of his Rebellions, and laying his Commands upon him? Would any Man laugh in his Prince's Face, At the same time, that he is begging the Pardon of his Rebellions, cc vvg po31 vvz p-acp pno31? vmd d n1 vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt d n1, cst pns31 vbz vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
133 and supplicating to him for his Life? But how lightly soever these Persons may behave themselves in the Church; and supplicating to him for his Life? But how lightly soever these Persons may behave themselves in the Church; cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1? cc-acp q-crq av-j av d n2 vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
134 if at any other time they can prevail with themselves to be serious, I beseech them to consider, if At any other time they can prevail with themselves to be serious, I beseech them to Consider, cs p-acp d j-jn n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp px32 pc-acp vbi j, pns11 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
135 5. How highly they hereby incense the Displeasure of God against them. Contempt though from an Equal, can hardly be born with Patience; 5. How highly they hereby incense the Displeasure of God against them. Contempt though from an Equal, can hardly be born with Patience; crd c-crq av-j pns32 av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. n1 cs p-acp dt j-jn, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 17
136 how much more provoking must it needs be from an Inferiour, and more yet from a Dependent? Were another Man so entirely your Creature, that he could not stir a finger, how much more provoking must it needs be from an Inferior, and more yet from a Dependent? Were Another Man so entirely your Creature, that he could not stir a finger, c-crq d dc j-vvg vmb pn31 av vbb p-acp dt j-jn, cc av-dc av p-acp dt j-jn? np1 j-jn n1 av av-j po22 n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 18
137 or so much as draw one breath without you, would not any the least Disrespect from him, greatly provoke your Displeasure against him? With what Indignation then, think you, must the Sovereign Lord of All resent the insolent Contempts of such poor impotent things, or so much as draw one breath without you, would not any the least Disrespect from him, greatly provoke your Displeasure against him? With what Indignation then, think you, must the Sovereign Lord of All resent the insolent Contempts of such poor impotent things, cc av av-d c-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp pn22, vmd xx d dt ds n1 p-acp pno31, av-j vvb po22 n1 p-acp pno31? p-acp r-crq n1 av, vvb pn22, vmb dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vvi dt j n2 pp-f d j j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 18
138 as cannot subsist a moment longer than he pleases, and whom with the least breath of his Displeasure he can blow into Hell? as cannot subsist a moment longer than he Pleases, and whom with the least breath of his Displeasure he can blow into Hell? c-acp vmbx vvi dt n1 av-jc cs pns31 vvz, cc r-crq p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1? (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 18
139 By the blast of God they perish, by the breath of his nostrils they are consumed, as Eliphaz speaks. By the blast of God they perish, by the breath of his nostrils they Are consumed, as Eliphaz speaks. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pns32 vbr vvn, p-acp np1 vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 18
140 God is not wont, I grant, to suffer his Anger to break out upon the first provocation; God is not wont, I grant, to suffer his Anger to break out upon the First provocation; np1 vbz xx j, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt ord n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
141 nay, he commonly bears long with the most presumptuous Offenders. nay, he commonly bears long with the most presumptuous Offenders. uh-x, pns31 av-j vvz av-j p-acp dt av-ds j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
142 Such is his Goodness, that he is not willing that any should perish, he therefore gives them time to repent, Such is his goodness, that he is not willing that any should perish, he Therefore gives them time to Repent, d vbz po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz xx j cst d vmd vvi, pns31 av vvz pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
143 and in that time lays before them the most powerful Motives to bring them to it. and in that time lays before them the most powerful Motives to bring them to it. cc p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp pno32 dt av-ds j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
144 But though he bears long, yet he will not for ever bear with them; But though he bears long, yet he will not for ever bear with them; p-acp cs pns31 vvz av-j, av pns31 vmb xx c-acp av vvi p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
145 his Patience will have an end, and when that is once expired, his Wrath will kindle against them. his Patience will have an end, and when that is once expired, his Wrath will kindle against them. po31 n1 vmb vhi dt n1, cc c-crq d vbz a-acp vvn, po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
146 And who knows the power of his Wrath? Can you think you shall have Courage to bear up against, And who knows the power of his Wrath? Can you think you shall have Courage to bear up against, cc q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? vmb pn22 vvi pn22 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
147 or Strength to resist his Almighty Arm? Can the dry Stubble contend with devouring Fire? If not, it then concerns you to consider, or Strength to resist his Almighty Arm? Can the dry Stubble contend with devouring Fire? If not, it then concerns you to Consider, cc n1 p-acp vvi po31 j-jn n1? vmb dt j n1 vvi p-acp j-vvg n1? cs xx, pn31 av vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 19
148 6. That our God is a consuming Fire. 6. That our God is a consuming Fire. crd cst po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
149 This very Argument the Apostle uses to awaken us to Fear and Reverence in his Worship. This very Argument the Apostle uses to awaken us to fear and reverence in his Worship. d j n1 dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
150 Let us have Grace, saith he, to serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear, Why? for our God is a consuming fire. Let us have Grace, Says he, to serve God acceptably with Reverence and godly Fear, Why? for our God is a consuming fire. vvb pno12 vhb n1, vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi np1 av-j p-acp n1 cc j n1, uh-crq? p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
151 The word NONLATINALPHABET, in the Stile of the New Testament more especially, denotes, that serving of God which consists in his solemn Worship, The word, in the Style of the New Testament more especially, denotes, that serving of God which consists in his solemn Worship, dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av-dc av-j, vvz, cst vvg pp-f np1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
152 and so plainly implies, That God is a consuming Fire, not only to those who do not worship him at all, and so plainly Implies, That God is a consuming Fire, not only to those who do not worship him At all, cc av av-j vvz, cst np1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, xx av-j p-acp d r-crq vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
153 but to those also who worship him without Reverence, and godly Fear. but to those also who worship him without reverence, and godly fear. cc-acp p-acp d av r-crq n1 pno31 p-acp n1, cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
154 Thus he was to Nadab and Abihu the Sons of Aaron, in the proper literal sense; Thus he was to Nadab and Abihu the Sons of Aaron, in the proper literal sense; av pns31 vbds p-acp np1 cc np1 dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
155 they presuming to offer Incense with common Fire, a Fire went out from the Lord and devoured them. they presuming to offer Incense with Common Fire, a Fire went out from the Lord and devoured them. pns32 vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n1, dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 cc vvd pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
156 Should God be so severe to all those, who offer up their Prayers to him with common Affections, Should God be so severe to all those, who offer up their Prayers to him with Common Affections, vmd np1 vbi av j p-acp d d, r-crq vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
157 and put no difference between their Deportment in his House, and in any Civil Court, and put no difference between their Deportment in his House, and in any Civil Court, cc vvd dx n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp d j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
158 how many that come to the Church, would never go from it again, but would (as Ananias and Sapphira were) be stricken dead upon the place. how many that come to the Church, would never go from it again, but would (as Ananias and Sapphira were) be stricken dead upon the place. c-crq d cst vvb p-acp dt n1, vmd av-x vvi p-acp pn31 av, cc-acp vmd (c-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr) vbb vvn j p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
159 'Tis true, God seldom in comparison shews himself so severe in this World, because this is the Day of Grace; It's true, God seldom in comparison shows himself so severe in this World, Because this is the Day of Grace; pn31|vbz j, np1 av p-acp n1 vvz px31 av j p-acp d n1, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
160 the Day of Vengeance is deferred till the next. the Day of Vengeance is deferred till the next. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
161 All that Wrath which Sinners by their hard and impenitent Hearts, do here treasure up unto themselves, he reserves it for them till that dreadful Day of Wrath, All that Wrath which Sinners by their hard and impenitent Hearts, do Here treasure up unto themselves, he reserves it for them till that dreadful Day of Wrath, av-d d n1 r-crq n2 p-acp po32 j cc j n2, vdb av n1 a-acp p-acp px32, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
162 and of the Revelation of his righteous Judgment, When the Lord Jesus shall he revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire; and of the Revelation of his righteous Judgement, When the Lord jesus shall he revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, c-crq dt n1 np1 vmb pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j-vvg n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
163 taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ; taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ; vvg n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1, cc d vvb xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
164 who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power. who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power. r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
165 He will then be so consuming a Fire, that his very Presence will inflict everlasting Destruction upon all those, who either now chuse not to know him, that they may without fear neglect him; He will then be so consuming a Fire, that his very Presence will inflict everlasting Destruction upon all those, who either now choose not to know him, that they may without Fear neglect him; pns31 vmb av vbi av vvg dt n1, cst po31 j n1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp d d, r-crq d av vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno31, cst pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
166 or if they know him, refuse to acknowledge and glorifie him as God. or if they know him, refuse to acknowledge and Glorify him as God. cc cs pns32 vvb pno31, vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
167 But were this Destruction such as would put an end to their Being, it would be the less terrible; But were this Destruction such as would put an end to their Being, it would be the less terrible; cc-acp vbdr d n1 d c-acp vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 vbg, pn31 vmd vbi dt av-dc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
168 yea so far from being terrible to them in that dismal State of Misery; in which they will then be; yea so Far from being terrible to them in that dismal State of Misery; in which they will then be; uh av av-j p-acp vbg j p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1; p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb av vbi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
169 that, might they have their Wish, they would beg no greater Favour of God, than to be reduc'd to nothing: But alas! that, might they have their Wish, they would beg no greater Favour of God, than to be reduced to nothing: But alas! cst, vmd pns32 vhb po32 n1, pns32 vmd vvi dx jc n1 pp-f np1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pix: cc-acp uh! (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
170 they shall be destroy'd, not simply as to Being, but as to all such Being, as is not inexpressibly worse than no Being; they shall be destroyed, not simply as to Being, but as to all such Being, as is not inexpressibly Worse than no Being; pns32 vmb vbi vvn, xx av-j a-acp p-acp vbg, cc-acp c-acp p-acp d d vbg, c-acp vbz xx av-j jc cs dx vbg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
171 Nothing will remain to them, but to be cast into Hell, where the worm dieth not, and the fire will never be quenched, but the smoak of their torments will ascend for ever and ever. Nothing will remain to them, but to be cast into Hell, where the worm Dieth not, and the fire will never be quenched, but the smoke of their torments will ascend for ever and ever. pix vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx, cc dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp av cc av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
172 They will then be experimentally convinced, to their Eternal Sorrow, That it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God; of that God who lives for ever; They will then be experimentally convinced, to their Eternal Sorrow, That it is a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the living God; of that God who lives for ever; pns32 vmb av vbi av-j vvn, p-acp po32 j n1, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1; pp-f d np1 r-crq vvz p-acp av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
173 and therefore will never cease to inflict vengeance upon them. and Therefore will never cease to inflict vengeance upon them. cc av vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
174 However they may think to trifle with God now, they will then find, to their woe, That he will not be mock'd. However they may think to trifle with God now, they will then find, to their woe, That he will not be mocked. c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av, pns32 vmb av vvi, p-acp po32 n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
175 To what hath been said upon this Head, I shall add but one Consideration more, which is such as, one would think, should be of force, To what hath been said upon this Head, I shall add but one Consideration more, which is such as, one would think, should be of force, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc, r-crq vbz d a-acp, pi vmd vvi, vmd vbi pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
176 if not to affright, yet at least to shame Christians, out of all careless and negligent Behaviour in the House of God. if not to affright, yet At least to shame Christians, out of all careless and negligent Behaviour in the House of God. cs xx pc-acp vvi, av p-acp ds p-acp n1 np1, av pp-f d j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
177 And that is, That even Turks and Heathens, yea the very Devils, will rise in Judgment against irreverent Christians, and condemn them. And that is, That even Turks and heathens, yea the very Devils, will rise in Judgement against irreverent Christians, and condemn them. cc cst vbz, cst av np1 cc n2-jn, uh dt j n2, vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j np1, cc vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
178 So devout are the Turks, that they suffer not themselves, so much as to look about them, So devout Are the Turks, that they suffer not themselves, so much as to look about them, av j vbr dt np1, cst pns32 vvb xx px32, av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
179 but perform their Religious Offices with such Attention of Mind, that they think they should lose the fruit of their Prayers, but perform their Religious Offices with such Attention of Mind, that they think they should loose the fruit of their Prayers, cc-acp vvb po32 j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vvb pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
180 if they should then but scratch their Head with their Finger; as an Eyewitness informs us. if they should then but scratch their Head with their Finger; as an Eyewitness informs us. cs pns32 vmd av cc-acp vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
181 For what, say they, if when a Man is to speak with the Bashaws, his whole Body is composed to Reverence; For what, say they, if when a Man is to speak with the Bashaws, his Whole Body is composed to reverence; p-acp r-crq, vvb pns32, cs c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, po31 j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
182 how much greater Reason is there, that the same Respect should be given to GOD, who so much exceeds all humane Heighth and Greatness. how much greater Reason is there, that the same Respect should be given to GOD, who so much exceeds all humane Height and Greatness. c-crq d jc n1 vbz a-acp, cst dt d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1, r-crq av d vvz d j n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
183 So intent, they think, they ought to be at their Prayers, as not to be diverted, So intent, they think, they ought to be At their Prayers, as not to be diverted, av n1, pns32 vvb, pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp po32 n2, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
184 though the Execution of the Sultan 's Decree, should in the same moment be commanded, (as another Author tells us.) though the Execution of the Sultan is decree, should in the same moment be commanded, (as Another Author tells us.) cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1, vmd p-acp dt d n1 vbi vvn, (c-acp j-jn n1 vvz pno12.) (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
185 For Heathens, it may suffice to say, That this was one of Pythagoras 's Precepts, When thou comest into the Temple worship, For heathens, it may suffice to say, That this was one of Pythagoras is Precepts, When thou Comest into the Temple worship, p-acp n2-jn, pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cst d vbds pi pp-f np1 vbz n2, c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
186 and while thou art there do nothing else. and while thou art there do nothing Else. cc cs pns21 vb2r pc-acp vdi pix av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
187 And another of his Rules was, That no Man should go into a Temple when he is in a Journey. And Another of his Rules was, That no Man should go into a Temple when he is in a Journey. cc n-jn pp-f po31 n2 vbds, cst dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
188 The meaning of which is, That God should not be worshipped by the bye, or when a Man is otherwise employed; The meaning of which is, That God should not be worshipped by the buy, or when a Man is otherwise employed; dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz, cst np1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
189 but with the greatest Solemnity and Intention of Mind. but with the greatest Solemnity and Intention of Mind. cc-acp p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
190 Numa Pompilius decreed, That his Citizens should neither see, nor hear Divine Matters, in a careless manner, and with wandering Thoughts; Numa Pompilius decreed, That his Citizens should neither see, nor hear Divine Matters, in a careless manner, and with wandering Thoughts; np1 npg1 vvn, cst po31 n2 vmd av-dx vvi, ccx vvi vvi n2, p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp j-vvg n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
191 but laying aside all distractions of Mind, should wholly apply their Meditations to Religion. but laying aside all distractions of Mind, should wholly apply their Meditations to Religion. cc-acp vvg av d n2 pp-f n1, vmd av-jn vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
192 And Plutarch tells us, That he took care, that in the Time of Divine Worship, no noise should be heard in the Streets, which might obstruct or disturb the seriousness of Devotion: And Plutarch tells us, That he took care, that in the Time of Divine Worship, no noise should be herd in the Streets, which might obstruct or disturb the seriousness of Devotion: np1 ng1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvd n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, dx n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, r-crq vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
193 what shall I say more? Those who believe the Being of God, and yet do not Reverence him as God, the very Devils will rise up in Judgment against them: what shall I say more? Those who believe the Being of God, and yet do not reverence him as God, the very Devils will rise up in Judgement against them: r-crq vmb pns11 vvi dc? d r-crq vvb dt vbg pp-f n1, cc av vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp np1, dt j n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
194 for though I do not say they worship God, yet 'tis certain they do not despise him, for though I do not say they worship God, yet it's certain they do not despise him, c-acp cs pns11 vdb xx vvi pns32 vvb np1, av pn31|vbz j pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
195 but dread the thoughts of his Power and Justice; for the Devils believe and tremble. I proceed now in the III. but dread the thoughts of his Power and justice; for the Devils believe and tremble. I proceed now in the III. cc-acp j dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; p-acp dt n2 vvb cc vvi. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
196 And last place, to suggest some further helps by way of direction, in order to the better performance of this Duty. And last place, to suggest Some further helps by Way of direction, in order to the better performance of this Duty. cc ord n1, pc-acp vvi d jc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 23
197 I say further helps, because all the Arguments before-mention'd are so many helps towards it. And, I say further helps, Because all the Arguments beforementioned Are so many helps towards it. And, pns11 vvb jc n2, c-acp d dt n2 j vbr av d n2 p-acp pn31. np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 23
198 1. That we may the more devoutly worship God in his House, let us before we come thither lay aside our worldly Thoughts and Affections. 1. That we may the more devoutly worship God in his House, let us before we come thither lay aside our worldly Thoughts and Affections. crd cst pns12 vmb dt av-dc av-j n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno12 c-acp pns12 vvb av vvi av po12 j n2 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
199 Let no man (as St. Chrysostom speaks) enter the Church, having the cares of this World about him; Let no man (as Saint Chrysostom speaks) enter the Church, having the Cares of this World about him; vvb dx n1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) vvb dt n1, vhg dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
200 no man with a wandering and distracted mind; but let him lay all these down without the doors, and so let him come. no man with a wandering and distracted mind; but let him lay all these down without the doors, and so let him come. dx n1 p-acp dt j-vvg cc j-vvn n1; cc-acp vvb pno31 vvd d d a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc av vvb pno31 vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
201 For coming thither (as he says in another place) We come to Heaven, not in respect of the place indeed, For coming thither (as he Says in Another place) We come to Heaven, not in respect of the place indeed, p-acp vvg av (c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n1) pns12 vvb p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 23
202 but of the temper and disposition of our minds; but of the temper and disposition of our minds; cc-acp pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
203 for a Man while he lives on Earth, may ascend to Heaven, and take a view of the things that are there, &c. Let no Man therefore in the Church think of his domestic affairs; for a Man while he lives on Earth, may ascend to Heaven, and take a view of the things that Are there, etc. Let no Man Therefore in the Church think of his domestic affairs; p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vvz p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, av vvb dx n1 av p-acp dt n1 vvb pp-f po31 j-jn n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
204 but on the contrary while he is yet at home, let him begin those things he is to do in the Church. but on the contrary while he is yet At home, let him begin those things he is to do in the Church. cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn cs pns31 vbz av p-acp n1-an, vvb pno31 vvi d n2 pns31 vbz pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
205 Unless we thus leave the cares of this Life behind us, we shall do nothing less, Unless we thus leave the Cares of this Life behind us, we shall do nothing less, cs pns12 av vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb vdi pix av-dc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
206 than that which we pretend is the only thing we come to do. than that which we pretend is the only thing we come to do. cs d r-crq pns12 vvb vbz dt j n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
207 For the bare presenting of our bodies before God, can by no means be interpreted a worshipping of him, For the bore presenting of our bodies before God, can by no means be interpreted a worshipping of him, p-acp dt j vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, vmb p-acp dx n2 vbb vvn dt vvg pp-f pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
208 if our carriage be such as plainly testifies, That our hearts are far from him. if our carriage be such as plainly Testifies, That our hearts Are Far from him. cs po12 n1 vbb d c-acp av-j vvz, cst po12 n2 vbr av-j p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
209 They therefore have little reason to reckon themselves in the number of his sincere Worshippers, whose thoughts in his House are so much set on the things of this World, that they cannot prevail with themselves to forbear talking of them, They Therefore have little reason to reckon themselves in the number of his sincere Worshippers, whose thoughts in his House Are so much Set on the things of this World, that they cannot prevail with themselves to forbear talking of them, pns32 av vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, rg-crq n2 p-acp po31 n1 vbr av av-d vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp px32 pc-acp vvi vvg pp-f pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
210 even while the Divine Oracles are reading; even while the Divine Oracles Are reading; av cs dt j-jn n2 vbr vvg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
211 which one would think should (if any thing) command their attention, as being the Voice of God without any Gloss, which one would think should (if any thing) command their attention, as being the Voice of God without any Gloss, r-crq pi vmd vvi vmd (cs d n1) vvb po32 n1, c-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
212 or Comment upon it of Man's Devising. or Comment upon it of Man's Devising. cc n1 p-acp pn31 pp-f ng1 vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
213 2. In order to the loosening of our thoughts from earthly things, and raising them up to the things above. 2. In order to the loosening of our thoughts from earthly things, and raising them up to the things above. crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 24
214 Let us when we are going to his House reflect upon such like Considerations, as those I have before proposed. Let us when we Are going to his House reflect upon such like Considerations, as those I have before proposed. vvb pno12 c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp po31 n1 vvb p-acp d j n2, c-acp d pns11 vhb a-acp vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
215 Let us seriously consider the most adorable Majesty of that God we are going to worship; Let us seriously Consider the most adorable Majesty of that God we Are going to worship; vvb pno12 av-j vvi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vbr vvg pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
216 That he is of purer Eyes, than to behold Evil, and cannot look upon Iniquity; that he will not hold them guiltless that take his name in vain. That he is of Purer Eyes, than to behold Evil, and cannot look upon Iniquity; that he will not hold them guiltless that take his name in vain. cst pns31 vbz pp-f jc n2, cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc vmbx vvi p-acp n1; cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 j cst vvb po31 n1 p-acp j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
217 And when we are come into his House, let us especially remember, That his holy and jealous Eye is upon us, to observe not only the Deportment of our Bodies, And when we Are come into his House, let us especially Remember, That his holy and jealous Eye is upon us, to observe not only the Deportment of our Bodies, cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno12 av-j vvi, cst po31 j cc j n1 vbz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
218 but the most secret Motions and Inclinations of our Souls. but the most secret Motions and Inclinations of our Souls. cc-acp dt av-ds j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
219 Were our Minds thus possessed with a quick sense, that this Great, and Glorious, and Holy, Were our Minds thus possessed with a quick sense, that this Great, and Glorious, and Holy, np1 po12 n2 av vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst d j, cc j, cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
220 and Allmighty God, hath his Eyes constantly upon us, could we suffer our own Eyes to be always rowling, and Almighty God, hath his Eyes constantly upon us, could we suffer our own Eyes to be always rolling, cc j-jn np1, vhz po31 n2 av-j p-acp pno12, vmd pns12 vvi po12 d n2 pc-acp vbi av j-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
221 as if our only Business in coming to the Church, were to observe what Faces and Fashions do there present themselves? as if our only Business in coming to the Church, were to observe what Faces and Fashions do there present themselves? c-acp cs po12 j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, vbdr pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 cc n2 vdi pc-acp vvi px32? (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
222 3. Let us seriously consider, of what great moment, to our selves, every part of the Divine Worship is. 3. Let us seriously Consider, of what great moment, to our selves, every part of the Divine Worship is. crd vvb pno12 av-j vvi, pp-f r-crq j n1, p-acp po12 n2, d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
223 What is it we ask of God in our Prayers? Is it so small a thing, that our Condition will not be much the better or the worse, What is it we ask of God in our Prayers? Is it so small a thing, that our Condition will not be much the better or the Worse, q-crq vbz pn31 pns12 vvi pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2? vbz pn31 av j dt n1, cst po12 n1 vmb xx vbi av-d dt jc cc dt jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
224 whether it be granted or denied us? Oh no! It is nothing less than the Pardon of our Sins, whither it be granted or denied us? O no! It is nothing less than the Pardon of our Sins, cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn pno12? uh uh pn31 vbz pix av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
225 and the Assistance of his Grace, to be delivered from his Wrath, and to be received into his Favour; and the Assistance of his Grace, to be Delivered from his Wrath, and to be received into his Favour; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
226 which if we obtain, we shall be inconceivably happy; if we miss, we shall be for ever intolerably miserable. which if we obtain, we shall be inconceivably happy; if we miss, we shall be for ever intolerably miserable. r-crq cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb vbi av-j j; cs pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb vbi p-acp av av-j j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
227 And can we be too serious, too intent, too earnest in begging such things as these? What is the consequence of our Thanksgiving, And can we be too serious, too intent, too earnest in begging such things as these? What is the consequence of our Thanksgiving, cc vmb pns12 vbi av j, av n1, av j p-acp vvg d n2 c-acp d? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
228 when it is sincere and hearty? Is it not the continuance of those Blessings which we have already received, when it is sincere and hearty? Is it not the Continuance of those Blessings which we have already received, c-crq pn31 vbz j cc j? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns12 vhb av vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
229 and the procuring of those which we yet want? Were we sure, that what we now have would abide with us for ever, and the procuring of those which we yet want? Were we sure, that what we now have would abide with us for ever, cc dt n-vvg pp-f d r-crq pns12 av vvi? np1 pns12 j, cst r-crq pns12 av vhb vmd vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
230 and that we should never stand in need of more, we might then think our selves the less concerned, to return Thanks for what is pass'd: but alas! and that we should never stand in need of more, we might then think our selves the less concerned, to return Thanks for what is passed: but alas! cc cst pns12 vmd av-x vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dc, pns12 vmd av vvi po12 n2 dt av-dc vvn, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn: cc-acp uh! (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
231 it is not so with us; whatsoever we have is God's, and he may recal it when he pleases: it is not so with us; whatsoever we have is God's, and he may Recall it when he Pleases: pn31 vbz xx av p-acp pno12; r-crq pns12 vhb vbz npg1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vvz: (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
232 and nothing can more highly provoke him to deprive us of our present Enjoyments, than our Unthankfulness for them. and nothing can more highly provoke him to deprive us of our present Enjoyments, than our Unthankfulness for them. cc pix vmb av-dc av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f po12 j n2, cs po12 n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
233 Because she knew not that I gave her her corn, and wine, and oil, and multiplied her silver and gold; Because she knew not that I gave her her corn, and wine, and oil, and multiplied her silver and gold; c-acp pns31 vvd xx cst pns11 vvd pno31 po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvd po31 n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
234 therefore will I return, and take away my corn in the time thereof, and my wine in the season thereof, &c. So God threatned unthankful Israel. Therefore will I return, and take away my corn in the time thereof, and my wine in the season thereof, etc. So God threatened unthankful Israel. av vmb pns11 vvi, cc vvb av po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 av, cc po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 av, av av np1 vvd j np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
235 Is the Word of God read and preach'd of such little concernment to us, that it matters not much, Is the Word of God read and preached of such little concernment to us, that it matters not much, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd cc vvn pp-f d j n1 p-acp pno12, cst pn31 n2 xx av-d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 26
236 whether we attend to it or not? Is it not the Rule, according to which we shall be judged, at the great and dreadful Day? So St. Paul tells us, God, saith he, shall judge the secrets of men according to my Gospel. Yea, the Judge himself hath told us the same. whither we attend to it or not? Is it not the Rule, according to which we shall be judged, At the great and dreadful Day? So Saint Paul tells us, God, Says he, shall judge the secrets of men according to my Gospel. Yea, the Judge himself hath told us the same. cs pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 cc xx? vbz pn31 xx dt n1, vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt j cc j n1? av n1 np1 vvz pno12, np1, vvz pns31, vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2 vvg p-acp po11 n1. uh, dt n1 px31 vhz vvn pno12 av d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
237 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him, the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him at the last day. He that rejecteth me, and receives not my words, hath one that Judgeth him, the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him At the last day. pns31 cst vvz pno11, cc vvz xx po11 n2, vhz pi cst vvz pno31, dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn, dt d vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
238 All they to whom the Gospel is published, shall be judg'd by the Gospel; All they to whom the Gospel is published, shall be judged by the Gospel; d pns32 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
239 and as that either acquits or condemns them, so shall they receive their Sentence from the mouth of the Judge. and as that either acquits or condemns them, so shall they receive their Sentence from the Mouth of the Judge. cc c-acp cst av-d vvz cc vvz pno32, av vmb pns32 vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
240 And can we pay too awful Attention to that Book which contains those Rules of Righteousness, by which we shall be tried, And can we pay too awful Attention to that Book which contains those Rules of Righteousness, by which we shall be tried, cc vmb pns12 vvi av j n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
241 and adjudged to a State of Weal or Woe for ever? Considering therefore that every part of the Divine Worship, is of such high Importance to our selves, we cannot surely be too attentive and reverent in the performance of it? If all that hath been hitherto said, should not be thought enough, to compose us to a devout Frame of Spirit; Let us consider, and adjudged to a State of Weal or Woe for ever? Considering Therefore that every part of the Divine Worship, is of such high Importance to our selves, we cannot surely be too attentive and reverend in the performance of it? If all that hath been hitherto said, should not be Thought enough, to compose us to a devout Frame of Spirit; Let us Consider, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp av? vvg av cst d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbz pp-f d j n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmbx av-j vbi av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? cs d cst vhz vbn av vvn, vmd xx vbi vvn av-d, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; vvb pno12 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
242 4. The near approach of Death, and that after Death comes the Judgment. How soon this earthly Tabernacle may be dissolved we cannot tell; 4. The near approach of Death, and that After Death comes the Judgement. How soon this earthly Tabernacle may be dissolved we cannot tell; crd dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp n1 vvz dt n1. uh-crq av d j n1 vmb vbi vvn pns12 vmbx vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
243 the present instant is all that we are sure of, the remainder of our Time is wholly in God's hand, the present instant is all that we Are sure of, the remainder of our Time is wholly in God's hand, dt j n-jn vbz d cst pns12 vbr j pp-f, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz av-jn p-acp npg1 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
244 and who knows but he may contract it to the next moment? Do we not almost daily hear of some who are suddenly cut off? But the longest term to which our Hopes can extend, and who knows but he may contract it to the next moment? Do we not almost daily hear of Some who Are suddenly Cut off? But the longest term to which our Hope's can extend, cc r-crq vvz cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord n1? vdb pns12 xx av av-j vvi pp-f d r-crq vbr av-j vvn a-acp? p-acp dt js n1 p-acp r-crq po12 ng1 vmb vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
245 how short is it? For what are Forty, Fifty, or Sixty Years more? Will they not pass away as a Shadow? Be in truth as short as those have been which are already pass'd, which now they are pass'd, seem nothing to us? They who now make their Religion but a matter of Drollery, how short is it? For what Are Forty, Fifty, or Sixty years more? Will they not pass away as a Shadow? Be in truth as short as those have been which Are already passed, which now they Are passed, seem nothing to us? They who now make their Religion but a matter of Drollery, c-crq j vbz pn31? p-acp r-crq vbr crd, crd, cc crd n2 n1? n1 pns32 xx vvi av p-acp dt n1? vbb p-acp n1 c-acp j c-acp d vhb vbn q-crq vbr av vvn, r-crq av pns32 vbr vvn, vvb pix p-acp pno12? pns32 r-crq av vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
246 when grim Death shall stare them in the face, their Thoughts, as well as their Countenances, will then be changed. when grim Death shall stare them in the face, their Thoughts, as well as their Countenances, will then be changed. c-crq j n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, po32 n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 n2, vmb av vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
247 That Noble Earl, who in the times of his health treated God and Religion, with as much Contempt, That Noble Earl, who in the times of his health treated God and Religion, with as much Contempt, cst j n1, r-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvn np1 cc n1, p-acp c-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
248 as his profane Wit was able to invent; as his profane Wit was able to invent; c-acp po31 j n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
249 what awful Thoughts had he of the Divine Majesty, when Death presented it self to his view? How passionately did he then cry out to a Gentleman that came to visit him; what awful Thoughts had he of the Divine Majesty, when Death presented it self to his view? How passionately did he then cry out to a Gentleman that Come to visit him; r-crq j n2 vhd pns31 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-crq n1 vvd pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n1? c-crq av-j vdd pns31 av vvi av p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
250 O remember, that You contemn God no more; he is an avenging God, and will visit You for Your Sins. Oh Remember, that You contemn God no more; he is an avenging God, and will visit You for Your Sins. uh vvb, cst pn22 vvb np1 av-dx av-dc; pns31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 28
251 But did Death put an end to our Being, it would then be no great matter, But did Death put an end to our Being, it would then be no great matter, cc-acp vdd n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 vbg, pn31 vmd av vbi dx j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
252 whether God were our Friend or our Enemy; whither God were our Friend or our Enemy; cs np1 vbdr po12 n1 cc po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 28
253 but as sure as it is, that we must die, so certain is it, that we shall be brought to Judgment. but as sure as it is, that we must die, so certain is it, that we shall be brought to Judgement. cc-acp c-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vmb vvi, av j vbz pn31, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
254 Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth, and let thine heart cheer ther in the days of thy youth, Rejoice, Oh young man, in thy youth, and let thine heart cheer there in the days of thy youth, vvb, uh j n1, p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
255 and walk in the ways of thy heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment. and walk in the ways of thy heart, and in the sighed of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgement. cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2: cc-acp vvb pns21, cst p-acp d d n2 np1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
256 O the Tremblings and the Agonies they will then be seized with, who are now so merrily disposed, that they cannot prevail with themselves to be serious, Oh the Tremblings and the Agonies they will then be seized with, who Are now so merrily disposed, that they cannot prevail with themselves to be serious, uh dt n2-vvg cc dt n2 pns32 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vbr av av av-j vvn, cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp px32 pc-acp vbi j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
257 when employed in the weightiest Business in the World! when employed in the Weightiest Business in the World! c-crq vvn p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1! (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
258 How ghastly and distractedly will they then look, who now sport themselves with all that is Sacred? The Buffoon will then be struck dumb with Horrour and Amazement, who now makes it his common Divertisement to ridicule Religion. How ghastly and distractedly will they then look, who now sport themselves with all that is Sacred? The Buffoon will then be struck dumb with Horror and Amazement, who now makes it his Common Divertisement to ridicule Religion. q-crq j cc av-vvn vmb pns32 av vvb, r-crq av vvi px32 p-acp d cst vbz j? dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn j p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq av vvz pn31 po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
259 Into what dismal Cries and Lamentations, will their Rantings and Revellings then be changed? O were there any place for Hope left, with what Sorrow would I now confess my Sins, which I formerly made a mock of! Into what dismal Cries and Lamentations, will their Rantings and Revellings then be changed? O were there any place for Hope left, with what Sorrow would I now confess my Sins, which I formerly made a mock of! p-acp r-crq j vvz cc n2, vmb po32 n2 cc n2 av vbb vvn? sy vbdr a-acp d n1 p-acp n1 vvd, p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns11 av vvb po11 n2, r-crq pns11 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f! (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
260 How earnestly would I implore the Mercy of God, for the Pardon of them! How earnestly would I implore the Mercy of God, for the Pardon of them! c-crq av-j vmd pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32! (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
261 How importunately would I pray for the Grace of God's Holy Spirit, to give me a new Heart! How importunately would I pray for the Grace of God's Holy Spirit, to give me a new Heart! c-crq av-j vmd pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, pc-acp vvi pno11 dt j n1! (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
262 How attentively would I listen to those Divine Lessons, I formerly despised! And how careful would I be to put them in practice! How attentively would I listen to those Divine Lessons, I formerly despised! And how careful would I be to put them in practice! c-crq av-j vmd pns11 vvi p-acp d j-jn n2, pns11 av-j vvn! cc c-crq j vmd pns11 vbi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1! (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
263 But Oh! it is now too late; the Door is shut, and will never again be set open to me. But Oh! it is now too late; the Door is shut, and will never again be Set open to me. p-acp uh pn31 vbz av av av-j; dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vmb av-x av vbi vvn j p-acp pno11. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 29
264 No Cries nor Tears, no Sighs nor Groans will now avail; No Cries nor Tears, no Sighs nor Groans will now avail; uh-dx vvz ccx n2, dx n2 ccx n2 vmb av vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 30
265 the Judge is inexorable, nothing remains, but that I suffer the Vengeance of that God, whose Grace and Mercy I formerly set at nought. the Judge is inexorable, nothing remains, but that I suffer the Vengeance of that God, whose Grace and Mercy I formerly Set At nought. dt n1 vbz j, pix vvz, cc-acp cst pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f cst np1, rg-crq vvb cc n1 pns11 av-j vvn p-acp pix. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 30
266 Did we set before our Eyes the Terrours of the Lord; Did we Set before our Eyes the Terrors of the Lord; vdd pns12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 30
267 could we carry it so to his Face, as to provoke his Wrath against us? No doubtless, had we a vigorous sense of these things upon our Hearts, could we carry it so to his Face, as to provoke his Wrath against us? No doubtless, had we a vigorous sense of these things upon our Hearts, vmd pns12 vvi pn31 av p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12? uh-dx av-j, vhd pns12 dt j n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 30
268 how devout should we be in our Prayers? How attentive in hearing God's Word? How careful to remember, how devout should we be in our Prayers? How attentive in hearing God's Word? How careful to Remember, c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi p-acp po12 n2? q-crq j p-acp vvg npg1 n1? q-crq j pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 30
269 and put in practice what we hear? In a word, How should we then work out our salvation with fear and trembling? I shall add but one Help more, and that is, and put in practice what we hear? In a word, How should we then work out our salvation with Fear and trembling? I shall add but one Help more, and that is, cc vvd p-acp n1 r-crq pns12 vvb? p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmd pns12 av vvb av po12 n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg? pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc, cc d vbz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 30
270 5. Let us pray earnestly to God, to give us his Holy Spirit, to excite in us an awful sense of his Glorious Majesty, to inspire us with heavenly and devout Thoughts and Affections; 5. Let us pray earnestly to God, to give us his Holy Spirit, to excite in us an awful sense of his Glorious Majesty, to inspire us with heavenly and devout Thoughts and Affections; crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j cc j n2 cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 30
271 to open our Hearts to attend to his Word; and to compose our Minds to a steady attendance to every part of Divine Worship. to open our Hearts to attend to his Word; and to compose our Minds to a steady attendance to every part of Divine Worship. pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 30
272 If we thus pray with our whole Heart, our Requests will certainly be granted. For so God hath promised. If we thus pray with our Whole Heart, our Requests will Certainly be granted. For so God hath promised. cs pns12 av vvb p-acp po12 j-jn n1, po12 n2 vmb av-j vbi vvn. p-acp av np1 vhz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 30
273 If thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding, then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, If thou Christ After knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding, then shalt thou understand the Fear of the Lord, cs pns21 vv2 p-acp n1, cc vv2 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1, av vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 31
274 and find the knowledge of God. and find the knowledge of God. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 31
275 Thou shalt then experimentally know, what it is to be truly Religious, and shalt find thy self tyed by the strongest Bonds imaginable most devoutly to worship the Almighty Creatour, Preserver and Governour of the World. Thou shalt then experimentally know, what it is to be truly Religious, and shalt find thy self tied by the Strongest Bonds imaginable most devoutly to worship the Almighty Creator, Preserver and Governor of the World. pns21 vm2 av av-j vvi, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi av-j j, cc vm2 vvi po21 n1 vvn p-acp dt js n2 j av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 31
276 To whom be ascribed, &c. FINIS. To whom be ascribed, etc. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq vbb vvn, av fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 31

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10 0 Numb. 10. 29. Genes. 19. 32. Numb. 10. 29. Genesis. 19. 32. j. crd crd np1. crd crd
14 0 Exod. 3. 5. Exod 3. 5. np1 crd crd
14 1 Josh. 5. 15. Josh. 5. 15. np1 crd crd
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47 0 Chrys. in Act. c. 14. Hom. 30. Chrys. in Act. c. 14. Hom. 30. np1 p-acp n1 sy. crd np1 crd
47 1 Psal. 39. 5, 6. Psalm 39. 5, 6. np1 crd crd, crd
50 0 Chrys. de Incomprehens. Dei Nat. Hom. 2. Chrys. de Incomprehens. Dei Nat. Hom. 2. np1 fw-fr np1. fw-la np1 np1 crd
87 0 2 Chron. 29. 1, 19. 2 Chronicles 29. 1, 19. crd np1 crd crd, crd
91 0 See Mr. Mede upon this Text. See Mr. Mede upon this Text. vvb n1 np1 p-acp d np1
94 0 Gen. 28. 16, 17. Gen. 28. 16, 17. np1 crd crd, crd
99 0 Psalm 68. 17. Psalm 68. 17. n1 crd crd
106 0 1 Cor. 11. 10. 1 Cor. 11. 10. vvn np1 crd crd
139 0 Job 4. 9. Job 4. 9. np1 crd crd
150 0 Heb. 12. 28, 29. Hebrew 12. 28, 29. np1 crd crd, crd
155 0 Lev. 10. 1, 2. Lev. 10. 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
162 0 2 Thess. 1. 7, 8, 9. 2 Thess 1. 7, 8, 9. crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd
171 0 Mark 9. 44, 46, 48. Rev. 14. 11. Mark 9. 44, 46, 48. Rev. 14. 11. vvb crd crd, crd, crd n1 crd crd
172 0 Heb. 10. 31. Hebrew 10. 31. np1 crd crd
181 0 Busbeq. Epist. 3. Busbeq. Epistle 3. np1. np1 crd
184 0 Sir Paul Rycaut 's Present State of the Ottoman Empire, lib. 2. chap. 23. Edit. 1. Sir Paul Rycaut is Present State of the Ottoman Empire, lib. 2. chap. 23. Edit. 1. n1 np1 np1 vbz j n1 pp-f dt jp n1, n1. crd n1 crd n1. crd
185 0 Lilii Greg. Gyrald. Pythag. Symb. Interpret. Lilii Greg. Gyrald. Pythagoras Symbol Interpret. np1 np1 np1. np1 np1 vvi.
192 0 In the Life of Numa Pompilius. In the Life of Numa Pompilius. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
195 0 Jam. 2. 19. Jam. 2. 19. np1 crd crd
199 0 In Vid. Dom. Hom. 1. In Vid. Dom. Hom. 1. p-acp np1 np1 np1 crd
201 0 In Cap. 1. Evang. Johan. Hom. 1. In Cap. 1. Evangelist John. Hom. 1. p-acp np1 crd np1 np1. np1 crd
210 0 The Lessons, Epistle, and Gospel. The Lessons, Epistle, and Gospel. dt n2, n1, cc n1.
233 0 Hos. 2. 8, 9. Hos. 2. 8, 9. np1 crd crd, crd
236 0 Rom. 2. 16. Rom. 2. 16. np1 crd crd
237 0 John 12. 48. John 12. 48. np1 crd crd
254 0 Eccles. 11. 9. Eccles. 11. 9. np1 crd crd
273 0 Prov. 2. 3, 5. Curae 2. 3, 5. np1 crd crd, crd