Of publick baptism a sermon / preached before the Right Honourable the Lord Mayor and the Court of Aldermen at Guild-Hall Chapel, Sunday, Nov. 20, 1692 by Philip Stubs.

Stubs, Philip, 1665-1738
Publisher: Printed for Henry Bonwicke
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1693
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A61901 ESTC ID: R28859 STC ID: S6079
Subject Headings: Baptism; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Before the LORD MAYOR, &c. St. MATTH. xxviij. 19. Go ye therefore, and teach all Nations; A SERMON Before the LORD MAYOR, etc. Saint MATTHEW. xxviij. 19. Go you Therefore, and teach all nations; dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, av n1 av. crd. crd vvb pn22 av, cc vvi d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 THE Text is a full Commission, deliver'd out by our Saviour to his Apostles, when he had just finish'd the glorious work of our Redemption, THE Text is a full Commission, Delivered out by our Saviour to his Apostles, when he had just finished the glorious work of our Redemption, dt n1 vbz dt j n1, vvn av p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vhd j vvd dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 and was now Ascending up again unto his Father: and was now Ascending up again unto his Father: cc vbds av vvg a-acp av p-acp po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 whereby he impowers them to extend the benefits of his Passion by Baptism, as far as he design'd they should reach, whereby he impowers them to extend the benefits of his Passion by Baptism, as Far as he designed they should reach, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 even to the utmost parts of the Earth: even to the utmost parts of the Earth: av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 For as he himself had spent his whole time in Judea, and the Regions thereabout, amongst the Jews, God's peculiar People; For as he himself had spent his Whole time in Judea, and the Regions thereabouts, among the jews, God's peculiar People; c-acp c-acp pns31 px31 vhd vvn po31 j-jn n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n2 av, p-acp dt np2, npg1 j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
7 so he commands them, whom he had fully instructed in every Particular of his Doctrine, to communicate it to the Gentiles. so he commands them, whom he had Fully instructed in every Particular of his Doctrine, to communicate it to the Gentiles. av pns31 vvz pno32, ro-crq pns31 vhd av-j vvn p-acp d j pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 Go ye therefore, and teach all Nations; Go you Therefore, and teach all nations; vvb pn22 av, cc vvi d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 From which Words, I may take Occasion to speak of these Five Heads. I. Of the Nature of Baptism in general. From which Words, I may take Occasion to speak of these Five Heads. I. Of the Nature of Baptism in general. p-acp r-crq n2, pns11 vmb vvi np1-n pc-acp vvi pp-f d crd n2. pns11. pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 II. Of the Persons here authoriz'd to Baptize. III. Of the Persons to be Baptiz'd. IV. Of the Form of Baptism. And, II Of the Persons Here authorized to Baptise. III. Of the Persons to be Baptized. IV. Of the From of Baptism. And, crd pp-f dt n2 av j-vvn p-acp vvb. np1. pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvd. np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. cc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
12 Lastly, Of the Time and Place, when and where this Sacrament ought to be administred. Lastly, Of the Time and Place, when and where this Sacrament ought to be administered. ord, pp-f dt n1 cc n1, c-crq cc c-crq d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 2
13 Of the Four first (there being no difference about them, either as to Principle or Practice, amongst those of our Communion) I shall say little more at present, Of the Four First (there being no difference about them, either as to Principle or Practice, among those of our Communion) I shall say little more At present, pp-f dt crd ord (pc-acp vbg dx n1 p-acp pno32, d c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d pp-f po12 n1) pns11 vmb vvi av-j av-dc p-acp j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
14 than what may serve by way of Introduction, as it were, to the last Particular, which I have design'd for the main Subject of my ensuing Discourse: than what may serve by Way of Introduction, as it were, to the last Particular, which I have designed for the main Subject of my ensuing Discourse: cs q-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp dt ord j-jn, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j j-jn pp-f po11 j-vvg n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 2
15 Wherein I shall, with all the Brevity and Plainness I can, endeavour to demonstrate the Unreasonableness of continuing that corrupt Custom crept in among us, (and which of late Years has prevail'd more especially in this City, ) of Baptizing Children in Private Houses, contrary to the earnest, pious Desires and Endeavours of our Clergy, the declared Sense and Usage of the Catholick Church all along, the express Orders and Constitutions of that sound Part of it, whereof we boast our selves Members, Wherein I shall, with all the Brevity and Plainness I can, endeavour to demonstrate the Unreasonableness of Continuing that corrupt Custom crept in among us, (and which of late years has prevailed more especially in this city,) of Baptizing Children in Private Houses, contrary to the earnest, pious Desires and Endeavours of our Clergy, the declared Sense and Usage of the Catholic Church all along, the express Order and Constitutions of that found Part of it, whereof we boast our selves Members, c-crq pns11 vmb, p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pns11 vmb, vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg d j n1 vvn p-acp p-acp pno12, (cc r-crq pp-f j n2 vhz vvn av-dc av-j p-acp d n1,) pp-f vvg n2 p-acp j n2, j-jn p-acp dt n1, j n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, dt vvd n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1 d a-acp, dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f d j n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
16 and the very Reason and Design of the Institution it self; and the very Reason and Design of the Institution it self; cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
17 to the no small Dishonour of God Almighty, in hindring the greater Promotion of his Glory, to the no small Dishonour of God Almighty, in hindering the greater Promotion of his Glory, p-acp dt dx j vvb pp-f np1 j-jn, p-acp vvg dt jc n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
18 and the Edification of many Religious, well-dispos'd Christians. and the Edification of many Religious, well-disposed Christians. cc dt n1 pp-f d j, j np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
19 But before I enter professedly upon this Argument, I am to speak a Word or two briefly, on the four just mention'd Heads. And, I. But before I enter professedly upon this Argument, I am to speak a Word or two briefly, on the four just mentioned Heads. And, I. p-acp a-acp pns11 vvb av-vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc crd av-j, p-acp dt crd j vvn n2. np1, pns11. (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
20 Of the Nature of Baptism in general. Now Baptism signifies properly an Immersion, Dipping, or Washing the whole Body in Water; Of the Nature of Baptism in general. Now Baptism signifies properly an Immersion, Dipping, or Washing the Whole Body in Water; pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. av n1 vvz av-j dt n1, vvg, cc vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
21 and was a Ceremony used among the Heathens, as well as the Jews, upon the Admission of any new Converts to their Religion: and was a Ceremony used among the heathens, as well as the jews, upon the Admission of any new Converts to their Religion: cc vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp dt np2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j vvz p-acp po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
22 By which Washing was signified, the Cleansing of the Persons, so baptized, from their former Pollutions; By which Washing was signified, the Cleansing of the Persons, so baptised, from their former Pollutions; p-acp r-crq vvg vbds vvn, dt vvg pp-f dt n2, av vvn, p-acp po32 j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
23 and their Resolution of continuing Pure and Unspotted for the future. and their Resolution of Continuing Pure and Unspotted for the future. cc po32 n1 pp-f vvg j cc j-vvn-u p-acp dt j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
24 This Ceremony, being very innocent, and very significant, the Holy Jesus was willing to continue it in his Church; This Ceremony, being very innocent, and very significant, the Holy jesus was willing to continue it in his Church; d n1, vbg av j-jn, cc av j, dt j np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
25 leaving out the other of Circumcision, which signified but the same thing, and was more injurious to Men's Health, and to their Modesty. leaving out the other of Circumcision, which signified but the same thing, and was more injurious to Men's Health, and to their Modesty. vvg av dt n-jn pp-f n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt d n1, cc vbds av-dc j p-acp ng2 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
26 I say, Baptism signifies properly an Immersion, Dipping, or Washing the whole Body in Water: I say, Baptism signifies properly an Immersion, Dipping, or Washing the Whole Body in Water: pns11 vvb, n1 vvz av-j dt n1, vvg, cc vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 3
27 And so it was practis'd in the Primitive Times, after the manner of John 's Baptism, who chose the River Jordan, and such Places, where there was much Water, And so it was practised in the Primitive Times, After the manner of John is Baptism, who chosen the River Jordan, and such Places, where there was much Water, cc av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 np1, cc d n2, c-crq pc-acp vbds d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
28 for the Convenience of such an Immersion: for the Convenience of such an Immersion: p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
29 For so it is expresly said of him, That John was baptizing in Enon, near to Salim, because there was much Water there. For so it is expressly said of him, That John was baptizing in Enon, near to Salim, Because there was much Water there. c-acp av pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f pno31, cst np1 vbds vvg p-acp np1, av-j p-acp np1, c-acp a-acp vbds d n1 a-acp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
30 After this manner the Eunuch, in Acts 8. was baptized by S. Philip; for 'tis said, They went down both into the Water, both Philip and the Eunuch, and he baptized him. And indeed, this Dipping all over in Water is thought by some, more significant than any other sort of Baptism; for hereby is denoted the Cleansing the whole Man from Sin, After this manner the Eunuch, in Acts 8. was baptised by S. Philip; for it's said, They went down both into the Water, both Philip and the Eunuch, and he baptised him. And indeed, this Dipping all over in Water is Thought by Some, more significant than any other sort of Baptism; for hereby is denoted the Cleansing the Whole Man from since, p-acp d n1 dt n1, p-acp n2 crd vbds vvn p-acp n1 np1; c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, pns32 vvd a-acp d p-acp dt n1, d vvi cc dt n1, cc pns31 vvn pno31. cc av, d vvg d a-acp p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, av-dc j cs d j-jn n1 pp-f n1; p-acp av vbz vvd dt vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
31 the being buried with Christ in Baptism, which is signified by the Immersion, or Dipping in Water; the being buried with christ in Baptism, which is signified by the Immersion, or Dipping in Water; cs vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
32 and the Rising to a Newness of Life, which is signified by the Emersion, or Rising out of it again. and the Rising to a Newness of Life, which is signified by the Emersion, or Rising out of it again. cc dt n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvg av pp-f pn31 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
33 But yet it is not so necessary, but it may be omitted in favour of the Weakness of the Person to be baptiz'd, But yet it is not so necessary, but it may be omitted in favour of the Weakness of the Person to be baptized, p-acp av pn31 vbz xx av j, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
34 and the Pouring or Sprinkling of Water us'd instead of it; and the Pouring or Sprinkling of Water used instead of it; cc dt vvg cc vvg pp-f n1 vvn av pp-f pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
35 as has been the Practice of these Northern Countries, in the Baptism of Children, whose tender Bodies cannot endure a total Immersion; as has been the Practice of these Northern Countries, in the Baptism of Children, whose tender Bodies cannot endure a total Immersion; p-acp vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, rg-crq j n2 vmbx vvi dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
36 and of the first Ages of the Church, in favour of Sick and Bed-rid Persons, who desir'd to become Christians. and of the First Ages of the Church, in favour of Sick and Bedrid Persons, who desired to become Christians. cc pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
37 For, as God Almighty is tender of our Souls, so he takes care of our Bodies too; For, as God Almighty is tender of our Souls, so he Takes care of our Bodies too; p-acp, c-acp np1 np1 vbz j pp-f po12 n2, av pns31 vvz n1 pp-f po12 n2 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
38 and his Laws are so far from injuring our Healths, that they highly improve them: and his Laws Are so Far from injuring our Healths, that they highly improve them: cc po31 n2 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg po12 n2, cst pns32 av-j vvb pno32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
39 Upon which Account, it is not to be imagin'd, that the Ceremony of Admission into the Christian Religion should be more difficult, Upon which Account, it is not to be imagined, that the Ceremony of Admission into the Christian Religion should be more difficult, p-acp r-crq vvb, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt njp n1 vmd vbi av-dc j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
40 than that into the Jewish Covenant; than that into the Jewish Covenant; cs cst p-acp dt jp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
41 or that Children should be oblig'd to become Martyrs, as soon as they are made Proselytes. or that Children should be obliged to become Martyrs, as soon as they Are made Proselytes. cc d n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n2, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
42 But here it may be started, That, admitting this Washing, Dipping, or Sprinkling to be the Ceremony of my Admission into Covenant with Christ, But Here it may be started, That, admitting this Washing, Dipping, or Sprinkling to be the Ceremony of my Admission into Covenant with christ, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst, vvg d vvg, vvg, cc vvg pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
43 How doth it hence appear, that Christ thereby enters into Covenant with me? I may be washed indeed with Water; How does it hence appear, that christ thereby enters into Covenant with me? I may be washed indeed with Water; q-crq vdz pn31 av vvi, cst np1 av vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno11? pns11 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
44 But how shall I be satisfied that Christ washes me with his Holy Spirit? For the satisfying of which Objection, I must proceed to the Second Thing I design'd to speak of, viz. But how shall I be satisfied that christ washes me with his Holy Spirit? For the satisfying of which Objection, I must proceed to the Second Thing I designed to speak of, viz. cc-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vbi vvn cst np1 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 j n1? p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f, n1 (6) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 5
45 II. The Persons here authoriz'd to Baptize. II The Persons Here authorized to Baptise. crd dt n2 av j-vvn p-acp vvb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 5
46 Whom, if we look back to Ver. 16. of this Chapter, we shall find to be the Apostles: St. Matt. 28.16. Whom, if we look back to Ver. 16. of this Chapter, we shall find to be the Apostles: Saint Matt. 28.16. r-crq, cs pns12 vvb av p-acp np1 crd pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n2: n1 np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
47 Then the Eleven Disciples (for so the Apostles are there call'd) went away into Galilee, into a Mountain where Jesus had appointed them: Who, Then the Eleven Disciples (for so the Apostles Are there called) went away into Galilee, into a Mountain where jesus had appointed them: Who, av dt crd n2 (c-acp av dt n2 vbr a-acp vvn) vvd av p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32: r-crq, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
48 when he came amongst them, spake unto them, saying, All Power is given unto me, in Heaven, — V. 18. and in Earth: when he Come among them, spoke unto them, saying, All Power is given unto me, in Heaven, — V. 18. and in Earth: c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, vvd p-acp pno32, vvg, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, p-acp n1, — np1 crd cc p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 5
49 Go ye therefore and teach all Nations, — V. 19. baptizing them, &c. As if he had said, My Father has left the Government of this World, which I have redeemed with my Blood, to me: Go you Therefore and teach all nations, — V. 19. baptizing them, etc. As if he had said, My Father has left the Government of this World, which I have redeemed with my Blood, to me: vvb pn22 av cc vvi d n2, — np1 crd vvg pno32, av p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, po11 n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, p-acp pno11: (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
50 I have power to make what Covenants I please with Mankind: I have told you, upon what Conditions I will confer Heaven and Happiness upon Men: I have power to make what Covenants I please with Mankind: I have told you, upon what Conditions I will confer Heaven and Happiness upon Men: pns11 vhi n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 pns11 vvb p-acp n1: pns11 vhb vvn pn22, p-acp r-crq n2 pns11 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
51 Go ye therefore, and let them all know it: Go you Therefore, and let them all know it: vvb pn22 av, cc vvb pno32 d vvi pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
52 And I give you power, and none but you, to admit them into this my new Covenant by Baptism. And I give you power, and none but you, to admit them into this my new Covenant by Baptism. cc pns11 vvb pn22 n1, cc pix cc-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d po11 j n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
53 But then, the Mercy of God, as it was willing to extend the Benefits of his Passion beyond that Age of the World, But then, the Mercy of God, as it was willing to extend the Benefits of his Passion beyond that Age of the World, p-acp av, dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
54 and that Generation of Men, continu'd Means for the effectual Continuance of this Power of making such Covenants to the End of the World, by authorizing the Apostles to delegate and depute their Power to others, in this large and plenary Commission, As my Father hath sent me, S. Joh. 20 21. even so send I you: and that Generation of Men, continued Means for the effectual Continuance of this Power of making such Covenants to the End of the World, by authorizing the Apostles to delegate and depute their Power to Others, in this large and plenary Commission, As my Father hath sent me, S. John 20 21. even so send I you: cc d n1 pp-f n2, vvd n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f vvg d n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 p-acp vvb cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp d j cc j-jn n1, p-acp po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, n1 np1 crd crd av av vvb pns11 pn22: (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
55 I give you the same Authority, which I have receiv'd: I give you the same authority, which I have received: pns11 vvb pn22 dt d n1, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
56 And as I had Power of my Father to send you forth to preach the Gospel, and baptize every Creature; And as I had Power of my Father to send you forth to preach the Gospel, and baptise every Creature; cc c-acp pns11 vhd n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
57 so I give you Power to send others forth with the same Commission; so I give you Power to send Others forth with the same Commission; av pns11 vvb pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn av p-acp dt d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
58 to Ordain Bishops, Priests and Deacons, as you shall judge expedient for the Edifying and Welfare of my Church. to Ordain Bishops, Priests and Deacons, as you shall judge expedient for the Edifying and Welfare of my Church. pc-acp vvi n2, n2 cc n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi j p-acp dt j-vvg cc n1 pp-f po11 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 6
59 Which Power was accordingly delegated, immediately afterwards, to seven Persons at once, as you'll find in Acts 6. to Saul and Barnabas, to their Successors, until this very Period of Time; Which Power was accordingly delegated, immediately afterwards, to seven Persons At once, as You'll find in Acts 6. to Saul and Barnabas, to their Successors, until this very Period of Time; r-crq n1 vbds av-vvg j-vvn, av-j av, p-acp crd n2 p-acp a-acp, c-acp pn22|vmb vvi p-acp n2 crd p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp po32 n2, c-acp d j n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
60 wherein we of this Communion, have Persons under the several Characters above-mention'd, who derive their Authority from them, by an uninterrupted Succession. wherein we of this Communion, have Persons under the several Characters abovementioned, who derive their authority from them, by an uninterrupted Succession. c-crq pns12 pp-f d n1, vhb n2 p-acp dt j n2 j, r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
61 For no Man can take this Authority upon himself; For no Man can take this authority upon himself; p-acp dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp px31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
62 and unless there were Sacred Persons so continu'd in the Church, there could, at this Day, be no Legal or Valid Administration of this Sacrament; and unless there were Sacred Persons so continued in the Church, there could, At this Day, be not Legal or Valid Administration of this Sacrament; cc cs pc-acp vbdr j n2 av vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmd, p-acp d n1, vbb xx j cc j n1 pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
63 and by Consequence, our Saviour's Command would have long since fell to the Ground, (which I tremble to think of,) when he bid them, and by Consequence, our Saviour's Command would have long since fell to the Ground, (which I tremble to think of,) when he bid them, cc p-acp n1, po12 ng1 n1 vmd vhi av-j a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1, (r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f,) c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
64 and, in them, their Successors, Go and teach all Nations, baptizing them, &c. The Meaning of which Words, All Nations, or an Enquiry, III. Into the Persons to be Baptiz'd, is the Subject of my Third General, which now offers it self to be spoke to; and, in them, their Successors, Go and teach all nations, baptizing them, etc. The Meaning of which Words, All nations, or an Enquiry, III. Into the Persons to be Baptized, is the Subject of my Third General, which now offers it self to be spoke to; cc, p-acp pno32, po32 n2, vvb cc vvi d n2, vvg pno32, av dt vvg pp-f r-crq n2, d n2, cc dt n1, np1. p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvd, vbz dt j-jn pp-f po11 ord n1, r-crq av vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
65 Go ye therefore and teach All Nations, baptizing them, &c. Go you Therefore and teach All nations, baptizing them, etc. vvb pn22 av cc vvi d n2, vvg pno32, av (6) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 7
66 The Lord God had, for a long time, dwelt only in Judea: Though the vast Circle of the Earth, nor the larger Circumference of the Heavens cannot contain him; yet, The Lord God had, for a long time, dwelled only in Judea: Though the vast Circle of the Earth, nor the larger Circumference of the Heavens cannot contain him; yet, dt n1 np1 vhd, p-acp dt j n1, vvd av-j p-acp np1: cs dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx dt jc n1 pp-f dt n2 vmbx vvi pno31; av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
67 as the Psalmist expresses it, at Salem was his Tabernacle, Psal. 76.2. and his Dwelling at Sion: as the Psalmist Expresses it, At Salem was his Tabernacle, Psalm 76.2. and his Dwelling At Sion: c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, p-acp np1 vbds po31 n1, np1 crd. cc po31 n1 p-acp np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
68 There was his House, there his peculiar Residence. There was his House, there his peculiar Residence. pc-acp vbds po31 n1, a-acp po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
69 To the People of Israel only had he given his Laws, and order'd the manner of his Worship: To the People of Israel only had he given his Laws, and ordered the manner of his Worship: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vhd pns31 vvn po31 n2, cc vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 7
70 The rest of the World seem'd over-look'd, and neglected, like Children dis-inherited, and banish'd from their Father's Presence. The rest of the World seemed overlooked, and neglected, like Children disinherited, and banished from their Father's Presence. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd j, cc vvn, av-j n2 j, cc vvn p-acp po32 ng1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
71 But when the Blessed Jesus, the Word of God, by whom all Men were created, descended, But when the Blessed jesus, the Word of God, by whom all Men were created, descended, p-acp c-crq dt vvn np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbdr vvn, vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
72 for the Redemption of them all, he threw down the Partition-Wall which shut out the Gentiles from the Sight and Favour of God, for the Redemption of them all, he threw down the Partition-Wall which shut out the Gentiles from the Sighed and Favour of God, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 d, pns31 vvd a-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd av dt n2-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
73 and contriv'd Means for the Bringing them into his Family. and contrived Means for the Bringing them into his Family. cc j-vvn n2 p-acp dt vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
74 He caus'd the Waters of Baptism to extend themselves, as far as those of the Ʋniversal Deluge; that as all Men had once perish'd by Water, He caused the Waters of Baptism to extend themselves, as Far as those of the Ʋniversal Deluge; that as all Men had once perished by Water, pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi px32, c-acp av-j c-acp d pp-f dt j n1; cst p-acp d n2 vhd a-acp j-vvn p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
75 so they should all be saved by it. so they should all be saved by it. av pns32 vmd d vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
76 Nor do we, when we say All Men only (upon slight Grounds) exclude the Children of Believers from this extraordinary Privilege, Nor do we, when we say All Men only (upon slight Grounds) exclude the Children of Believers from this extraordinary Privilege, ccx vdb pns12, c-crq pns12 vvb d n2 av-j (p-acp j n2) vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
77 as do the Adversaries to Infant-Baptism: Who should not have been mention'd in this place, (since their wild Opinion runs counter to the Belief and Practice of the Universal Church in all Ages,) did not some of them boast of an Irrefragable Argument on their Side, taken from the very Words we are now about; as do the Adversaries to Infant baptism: Who should not have been mentioned in this place, (since their wild Opinion runs counter to the Belief and Practice of the Universal Church in all Ages,) did not Some of them boast of an Irrefragable Argument on their Side, taken from the very Words we Are now about; c-acp vdb dt n2 p-acp n1: r-crq vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp d n1, (c-acp po32 j n1 vvz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-u n1 p-acp d n2,) vdd xx d pp-f pno32 vvi pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, vvn p-acp dt j n2 pns12 vbr av a-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
78 arguing from hence, that because our Saviour first said Teach, before he said Baptize; therefore every Body must be taught, before he is baptiz'd. To which there need be given no other Answer, arguing from hence, that Because our Saviour First said Teach, before he said Baptise; Therefore every Body must be taught, before he is baptized. To which there need be given no other Answer, vvg p-acp av, cst c-acp po12 n1 ord vvd vvb, c-acp pns31 vvd vvb; av d n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn. p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi vbi vvn dx j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
79 but what the true Meaning of the Original Word will readily furnish us with: For, NONLATINALPHABET, in the Greek, signifies not here Teach, as in our Translation; but what the true Meaning of the Original Word will readily furnish us with: For,, in the Greek, signifies not Here Teach, as in our translation; cc-acp r-crq dt j vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp: c-acp,, p-acp dt jp, vvz xx av vvb, a-acp p-acp po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 8
80 but rather, make Disciples of: As if our Saviour (alluding to a known Custom among the Jews ) had said, Go and admit into my Church, but rather, make Disciples of: As if our Saviour (alluding to a known Custom among the jews) had said, Go and admit into my Church, cc-acp av-c, vvb n2 pp-f: c-acp cs po12 n1 (vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt np2) vhd vvn, vvb cc vvi p-acp po11 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
81 and make Disciples of all Nations, and that by the Ceremony of Baptism; for (which is very remarkable) in the very next Verse, where the Word Teaching comes again, there is another Word made use of in the Original, which has that for its proper signification. and make Disciples of all nations, and that by the Ceremony of Baptism; for (which is very remarkable) in the very next Verse, where the Word Teaching comes again, there is Another Word made use of in the Original, which has that for its proper signification. cc vvb n2 pp-f d n2, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp (r-crq vbz av j) p-acp dt av ord n1, c-crq dt n1 vvg vvz av, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 vvd n1 pp-f p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vhz d p-acp po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
82 An Exposition, which, if it were duly attended to, might be of no small Use to many unprejudic'd Anabaptists. As, an Exposition, which, if it were duly attended to, might be of no small Use to many unprejudiced Anabaptists. As, dt n1, r-crq, cs pn31 vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp, vmd vbi pp-f dx j n1 p-acp d j np1. p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
83 IV. The Form of Baptism here prescribed, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, IV. The From of Baptism Here prescribed, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 9
84 and of the Holy Ghost, might be so to another sort of seemingly more Rational Persons, who yet (some of them) make a Difficulty in Founding the Doctrine of the Individual and Ever Blessed Trinity upon express Words of Scripture. and of the Holy Ghost, might be so to Another sort of seemingly more Rational Persons, who yet (Some of them) make a Difficulty in Founding the Doctrine of the Individu and Ever Blessed Trinity upon express Words of Scripture. cc pp-f dt j n1, vmd vbi av p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f av-vvg av-dc j n2, r-crq av (d pp-f pno32) vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc av vvn np1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 9
85 For, if the being baptiz'd into the Name of the Father, and of the Son, For, if the being baptized into the Name of the Father, and of the Son, p-acp, cs dt n1 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
86 and of the Holy Ghost, as the Original imports, NONLATINALPHABET, and not in the Name, according to our Translation, which is less significant. and of the Holy Ghost, as the Original imports,, and not in the Name, according to our translation, which is less significant. cc pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt j-jn vvz,, cc xx p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vbz av-dc j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
87 If, I say, the being baptiz'd into those Names doth not signifie, the being baptiz'd into the Belief of Three Persons in one Incomprehensible Godhead, which distinguishes the Christian Baptism from all others; If, I say, the being baptized into those Names does not signify, the being baptized into the Belief of Three Persons in one Incomprehensible Godhead, which Distinguishes the Christian Baptism from all Others; cs, pns11 vvb, av vbg vvn p-acp d n2 vdz xx vvi, cs vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 p-acp crd j n1, r-crq vvz dt njp n1 p-acp d n2-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
88 and the submitting all the Faculties of our Souls and Bodies to the Soveraign Dominion and Guidance of each of them, as such; and the submitting all the Faculties of our Souls and Bodies to the Sovereign Dominion and Guidance of each of them, as such; cc dt vvg d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32, c-acp d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
89 then the whole Church almost has been in an Error for nigh these 1700 Years, then the Whole Church almost has been in an Error for High these 1700 years, av dt j-jn n1 av vhz vbn p-acp dt n1 c-acp av-j d crd n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
90 and a Handful of Men, whose Business it is now-a-days to receive old, condemn'd Heresies, are alone in the Right. and a Handful of Men, whose Business it is nowadays to receive old, condemned Heresies, Are alone in the Right. cc dt n1 pp-f n2, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz av pc-acp vvi j, j-vvn n2, vbr j p-acp dt n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 10
91 Thus have I briefly gone through the Four first Particulars, which relate to the Essentials of Baptism: To all and singular of which, every one in our Communion is so ready to subscribe, against all Anabaptists, Socinians, and other Ʋnorthodox Persons whatever, that few would forgive themselves, should their Children by any means happen to be otherwise baptized than by Sprinkling them with Water, according to the Usage of our Country, Thus have I briefly gone through the Four First Particulars, which relate to the Essentials of Baptism: To all and singular of which, every one in our Communion is so ready to subscribe, against all Anabaptists, socinians, and other Ʋnorthodox Persons whatever, that few would forgive themselves, should their Children by any means happen to be otherwise baptised than by Sprinkling them with Water, according to the Usage of our Country, av vhb pns11 av-j vvn p-acp dt crd ord n2-j, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n1: p-acp d cc j pp-f r-crq, d pi p-acp po12 n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi, p-acp d np1, njp2, cc j-jn n1 n2 r-crq, cst d vmd vvi px32, vmd po32 n2 p-acp d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi av vvn cs p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
92 and not by Dipping them all over in it; and not by Dipping them all over in it; cc xx p-acp vvg pno32 d a-acp p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
93 should they not be baptiz'd by a Lawfully Ordain'd Minister of the Church of England; and that too, in the Name of the Father, should they not be baptized by a Lawfully Ordained Minister of the Church of England; and that too, in the Name of the Father, vmd pns32 xx vbi vvn p-acp dt av-j vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cc cst av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
94 and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. cc pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 10
95 V. But now, as to the Circumstances of Time and Place, when and where this Sacrament ought to be Administred, which is my Fifth Particular, V. But now, as to the circumstances of Time and Place, when and where this Sacrament ought to be Administered, which is my Fifth Particular, np1 p-acp av, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq cc c-crq d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vbz po11 ord j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 10
96 and comes now to be consider'd more at large. and comes now to be considered more At large. cc vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc p-acp j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 10
97 Most are so prejudic'd against them, by a prevailing Custom to the contrary, that, notwithstanding our Rule tells us, It ought not to be done, but upon Sundays, or Holy-days; Most Are so prejudiced against them, by a prevailing Custom to the contrary, that, notwithstanding our Rule tells us, It ought not to be done, but upon Sundays, or Holy-days; np1 vbr av vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cst, c-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12, pn31 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vdn, cc-acp p-acp np1, cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
98 nor Out of the Church, unless in Cases of great Necessity: nor Out of the Church, unless in Cases of great Necessity: ccx av pp-f dt n1, cs p-acp n2 pp-f j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 11
99 They think these Matters of no such Importance, but that they may safely pass them by, They think these Matters of no such Importance, but that they may safely pass them by, pns32 vvb d n2 pp-f dx d n1, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 11
100 and Christen their Children at Home, when there is no Cause for it, without the least Contravention to my Text, and christian their Children At Home, when there is no Cause for it, without the least Contravention to my Text, cc jp po32 n2 p-acp n1-an, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp po11 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 11
101 or any other place of Scripture. To Persons of which Complexion, I answer, or any other place of Scripture. To Persons of which Complexion, I answer, cc d j-jn n1 pp-f n1. p-acp n2 pp-f r-crq n1, pns11 vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 11
102 First, That although this Text is not strictly producible for Publick Baptism, as it means Baptism at the Font, according to the particular Constitution of our Church, which provides, That there shall be a Font of Stone in every Church or Chapel, where Baptism is to be Administred; First, That although this Text is not strictly producible for Public Baptism, as it means Baptism At the Font, according to the particular Constitution of our Church, which provides, That there shall be a Font of Stone in every Church or Chapel, where Baptism is to be Administered; ord, cst cs d n1 vbz xx av-j j p-acp j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvz, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
103 and there, in that Font only, the Minister shall Baptize publickly: and there, in that Font only, the Minister shall Baptise publicly: cc a-acp, p-acp d n1 av-j, dt n1 vmb vvb av-j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
104 Yet (with their Leaves) it may be urg'd for it, as far as the Design of the Institution it self will warrant us, Yet (with their Leaves) it may be urged for it, as Far as the Design of the Institution it self will warrant us, av (p-acp po32 n2) pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi pno12, (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
105 and the early and constant Custom of the Church of Christ, which is the best Expositor of such a Design. and the early and constant Custom of the Church of christ, which is the best Expositor of such a Design. cc dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f d dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
106 Now that Baptism, even from the Church's Infancy, has been all along as publickly celebrated, Now that Baptism, even from the Church's Infancy, has been all along as publicly celebrated, av d n1, av p-acp dt ng1 n1, vhz vbn d a-acp c-acp av-j vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
107 as the present State of that did permit, may be fairly gather'd from the following Words of a great Searcher into the Records of the Primitive Times; as the present State of that did permit, may be fairly gathered from the following Words of a great Searcher into the Records of the Primitive Times; c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d vdd vvi, vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
108 which shall serve instead of many Quotations that might be brought for the Proof of the Assertion. which shall serve instead of many Quotations that might be brought for the Proof of the Assertion. r-crq vmb vvi av pp-f d n2 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
109 The Place where this solemn Action was perform'd, was at first unlimited; any Place where there was Water, as Justin Martyr tells us: The Place where this solemn Actium was performed, was At First unlimited; any Place where there was Water, as Justin Martyr tells us: dt n1 c-crq d j n1 vbds vvn, vbds p-acp ord j; d n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds n1, c-acp np1 n1 vvz pno12: (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 11
110 In Ponds or Lakes, in Springs or Rivers, as Tertullian speaks: In Ponds or Lake's, in Springs or rivers, as Tertullian speaks: p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp np1 vvz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
111 But always, as near as might be, to the place of the Publick Assemblies; for it was seldom done without the Presence of the Congregation. And then, But always, as near as might be, to the place of the Public Assemblies; for it was seldom done without the Presence of the Congregation. And then, cc-acp av, c-acp av-j c-acp vmd vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2; p-acp pn31 vbds av vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
112 Secondly, I answer farther, That though the Text before us should not be sufficient of it self to satisfie all the beweldring Doubts of the Scrupulous, Secondly, I answer farther, That though the Text before us should not be sufficient of it self to satisfy all the beweldring Doubts of the Scrupulous, ord, pns11 vvb av-jc, cst cs dt n1 p-acp pno12 vmd xx vbi j pp-f pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi d dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
113 or Perverse, but, notwithstanding its Evidence, they will think themselves still at liberty to baptize either in publick or private; yet, in Consort with some others that may be alledg'd, it ought certainly to be thought of such Force, or Perverse, but, notwithstanding its Evidence, they will think themselves still At liberty to baptise either in public or private; yet, in Consort with Some Others that may be alleged, it ought Certainly to be Thought of such Force, cc j, cc-acp, c-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vvi px32 av p-acp n1 p-acp vvi av-d p-acp j cc j; av, p-acp n1 p-acp d n2-jn cst vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vmd av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
114 as to conclude them without more a-do, and immediately determine their Choice. Such are these, and the like Apostolical Canons: as to conclude them without more ado, and immediately determine their Choice. Such Are these, and the like Apostolical Canonas: c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av-dc j, cc av-j vvi po32 n1. d vbr d, cc dt j j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
115 Let all things be done decently, — 26. and in order. Let all things be done to edifying. Let all things be done decently, — 26. and in order. Let all things be done to edifying. vvb d n2 vbb vdn av-j, — crd cc p-acp n1. vvb d n2 vbb vdn p-acp j-vvg. (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
116 From which, and several other Places of Scripture of the same Nature, it is on all Hands acknowledg'd among Protestants, That hereby is given to the Church Power to make Decrees about such Matters as this, From which, and several other Places of Scripture of the same Nature, it is on all Hands acknowledged among Protestants, That hereby is given to the Church Power to make Decrees about such Matters as this, p-acp r-crq, cc j j-jn n2 pp-f n1 pp-f dt d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp n2, cst av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
117 and others design'd there, where St. Paul tells the Corinthians, That the rest he will set in order when he comes. and Others designed there, where Saint Paul tells the Corinthians, That the rest he will Set in order when he comes. cc n2-jn vvn a-acp, c-crq n1 np1 vvz dt np1, cst dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
118 And we of this Church expresly assert, That she has Power to decree Rites and Ceremonies, not repugnant to the Word of God: And we of this Church expressly assert, That she has Power to Decree Rites and Ceremonies, not repugnant to the Word of God: cc pns12 pp-f d n1 av-j vvb, cst pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
119 And that the Bringing of Persons to be solemnly baptiz'd in God's House, for the general Good of Christians there present, has no such Contrariety, must still be presum'd, till better Topicks for Conviction be found out, And that the Bringing of Persons to be solemnly baptized in God's House, for the general Good of Christians there present, has not such Contrariety, must still be presumed, till better Topicks for Conviction be found out, cc d dt vvg pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt j j pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, vhz xx d n1, vmb av vbi vvn, c-acp j np2 p-acp n1 vbb vvn av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
120 than what have hitherto been offer'd. than what have hitherto been offered. cs r-crq vhb av vbn vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
121 Now, this Power being granted, as lodg'd in the Church, it will hence follow, That what our Mother doth lawfully enjoin, we are, with Readiness and Submission to assent to; Now, this Power being granted, as lodged in the Church, it will hence follow, That what our Mother does lawfully enjoin, we Are, with Readiness and Submission to assent to; av, d n1 vbg vvn, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av vvi, cst r-crq po12 n1 vdz av-j vvi, pns12 vbr, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
122 lest by standing out against her obstinately, we sin as much against Heaven, who gave her this Commission, lest by standing out against her obstinately, we sin as much against Heaven, who gave her this Commission, cs p-acp vvg av p-acp po31 av-j, pns12 vvb p-acp d p-acp n1, r-crq vvd pno31 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
123 as we do against the Authority of the Church it self. as we do against the authority of the Church it self. c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
124 However therefore some may stile themselves her Children, and seem mightily pleas'd with the specious Appellation of True Sons of the Church of England, However Therefore Some may style themselves her Children, and seem mightily pleased with the specious Appellation of True Sons of the Church of England, c-acp av d vmb n1 px32 po31 n2, cc vvi av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 13
125 whilst they are guilty of such an Irregularity as Private Baptism has been always reckon'd in it, (especially when required to the contrary,) they must pardon others who cannot but think them highly unworthy to be call'd so; while they Are guilty of such an Irregularity as Private Baptism has been always reckoned in it, (especially when required to the contrary,) they must pardon Others who cannot but think them highly unworthy to be called so; cs pns32 vbr j pp-f d dt n1 p-acp j n1 vhz vbn av vvn p-acp pn31, (av-j c-crq vvn p-acp dt n-jn,) pns32 vmb vvi n2-jn r-crq vmbx cc-acp vvi pno32 av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 13
126 since by such stubborn, undutiful Carriage, (were all Men as positive in their Refusals as they,) her Being must (inevitably) be destroy'd as a Church, whence every one of us derive our own, as Christians. since by such stubborn, undutiful Carriage, (were all Men as positive in their Refusals as they,) her Being must (inevitably) be destroyed as a Church, whence every one of us derive our own, as Christians. c-acp p-acp d j, j n1, (vbdr d n2 c-acp j p-acp po32 n2 c-acp pns32,) po31 vbg n1 (av-j) vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq d crd pp-f pno12 vvi po12 d, c-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 13
127 But, to be more methodical, and to press this Matter with greater Application, let me crave your Patience, But, to be more methodical, and to press this Matter with greater Application, let me crave your Patience, p-acp, pc-acp vbi av-dc j, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp jc n1, vvb pno11 vvi po22 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
128 whilst I tender to you the Four following Particulars. while I tender to you the Four following Particulars. cs pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 dt crd vvg n2-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
129 1. The express Orders of our Church, with Relation to Publick Baptism, and the Care she has taken in the Contrivance of her Form for it, 1. The express Order of our Church, with Relation to Public Baptism, and the Care she has taken in the Contrivance of her From for it, crd dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, cc dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 p-acp p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
130 so, that there can be no Intrenchment upon it, without a great deal of Absurdity, so, that there can be no Entrenchment upon it, without a great deal of Absurdity, av, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
131 as well as Disobedience on their side, who become Despisers of the Church of God, by acting contrary to her Injunctions. as well as Disobedience on their side, who become Despisers of the Church of God, by acting contrary to her Injunctions. c-acp av c-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvb n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg n-jn p-acp po31 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
132 2. That the Obedience of her Genuine Sons in this Affair, may not be Nick-nam'd, 2. That the obedience of her Genuine Sons in this Affair, may not be Nicknamed, crd cst dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp d n1, vmb xx vbi j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 14
133 or term'd Implicit, I shall shew, that she hath done nothing herein, but upon very extraordinary Motives; or termed Implicit, I shall show, that she hath done nothing herein, but upon very extraordinary Motives; cc vvd j, pns11 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vhz vdn pix av, cc-acp p-acp av j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 14
134 in that her Constitutions about it do not only bear a sweet Harmony to the Practice of the Eastern, and all the Western Churches: But, in that her Constitutions about it do not only bear a sweet Harmony to the Practice of the Eastern, and all the Western Churches: But, p-acp cst po31 n2 p-acp pn31 vdb xx av-j vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc d dt j n2: cc-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 14
135 3. That the Practice of all these Churches is grounded upon the earliest Antiquity: And, 3. That the Practice of all these Churches is grounded upon the earliest Antiquity: And, crd cst dt n1 pp-f d d n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1: cc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 14
136 4. That that Antiquity has no less solid a Basis, than the firmest Reasons to support it. 4. That that Antiquity has no less solid a Basis, than the firmest Reasons to support it. crd cst d n1 vhz dx dc j dt n1, cs dt js n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 14
137 But of each of these as briefly as possible. And, 1. Then, As to the Orders of our Church: But of each of these as briefly as possible. And, 1. Then, As to the Order of our Church: cc-acp pp-f d pp-f d c-acp av-j c-acp j. np1, crd av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 14
138 besides the Canon just now mention'd, where there is a Font enjoin'd to be set up in every Church or Chapel, where Baptism is to be Administer'd; and that in the Font only, the Minister shall Baptize publickly; beside the Canon just now mentioned, where there is a Font enjoined to be Set up in every Church or Chapel, where Baptism is to be Administered; and that in the Font only, the Minister shall Baptise publicly; p-acp dt n1 j av vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; cc cst p-acp dt n1 av-j, dt n1 vmb vvb av-j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
139 the Office for Publick Baptism saith in one place, That the People are to be admonish'd, that it is most convenient that Baptism should not be Administer'd, but upon Sundays, and Holy-days, when the most number of People come together. the Office for Public Baptism Says in one place, That the People Are to be admonished, that it is most convenient that Baptism should not be Administered, but upon Sundays, and Holy-days, when the most number of People come together. dt n1 p-acp j n1 vvz p-acp crd n1, cst dt n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvd, cst pn31 vbz av-ds j cst n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, cc-acp p-acp np1, cc n2, c-crq dt av-ds n1 pp-f n1 vvb av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
140 In another place it enjoins, That when there are Children to be baptiz'd, the Parents shall give notice thereof over Night, In Another place it enjoins, That when there Are Children to be baptized, the Parents shall give notice thereof over Night, p-acp j-jn n1 pn31 vvz, cst c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n2 vmb vvi n1 av p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
141 or in the Morning, before the Beginning of Morning-Prayer, to the Curate: or in the Morning, before the Beginning of Morning-Prayer, to the Curate: cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
142 And then, the Godfathers and Godmothers, and the People, with the Children, must be ready at the Font, either immediately after the Last Lesson at Morning-Prayer, And then, the Godfathers and Godmothers, and the People, with the Children, must be ready At the Font, either immediately After the Last lesson At Morning-Prayer, cc av, dt n2 cc n2, cc dt n1, p-acp dt n2, vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, d av-j p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
143 or else immediately after the Last Lesson at Evening-Prayer; as the Curate, by his Discretion, shall appoint. or Else immediately After the Last lesson At Evening prayer; as the Curate, by his Discretion, shall appoint. cc av av-j p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1; c-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
144 Again, In the Office for Private Baptism, Rubrick 3d. The Curates of every Parish shall often admonish their Parishioners, that, without great Cause and Necessity, they procure not their Children to be baptiz'd at home, in their Houses. Again, In the Office for Private Baptism, Rubric 3d. The Curates of every Parish shall often admonish their Parishioners, that, without great Cause and Necessity, they procure not their Children to be baptized At home, in their Houses. av, p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, n1 n1 dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb av vvi po32 n2, cst, p-acp j n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb xx po32 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1-an, p-acp po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
145 Our Church is so indulgent a Mother, that she permits any to be baptiz'd in Private when there is a Necessity for it, agreeably to the Practice of the Universal Church all along; Our Church is so indulgent a Mother, that she permits any to be baptized in Private when there is a Necessity for it, agreeably to the Practice of the Universal Church all along; po12 n1 vbz av j dt n1, cst pns31 vvz d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-u n1 d a-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
146 and accordingly hath provided a particular Form for such Exigencies: and accordingly hath provided a particular From for such Exigencies: cc av-vvg vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
147 But this still with an Injunction, That afterwards they be brought to Church, that those Prayers and Rites, which before were omitted in the Office, may be there publickly supplied. But this still with an Injunction, That afterwards they be brought to Church, that those Prayers and Rites, which before were omitted in the Office, may be there publicly supplied. p-acp d av p-acp dt n1, cst av pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1, cst d n2 cc n2, r-crq a-acp vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi a-acp av-j vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 15
148 This is the Sence of our Church in this Matter, and her Determination, and therefore sufficient, This is the Sense of our Church in this Matter, and her Determination, and Therefore sufficient, d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cc po31 n1, cc av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
149 as has been prov'd, to oblige every True Son of hers to acquiesce therein, and be conformable. as has been proved, to oblige every True Son of hers to acquiesce therein, and be conformable. c-acp vhz vbn vvn, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f png31 pc-acp vvi av, cc vbi j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 16
150 But I have yet farther to urge, That whosoever will be stubborn, and run counter to these Establishments of hers, by Christ'ning his Children at home, and that by the Publick Form, (which is still insisted upon,) must not only be reckon'd guilty of manifest Disobedience to his Mother, But I have yet farther to urge, That whosoever will be stubborn, and run counter to these Establishments of hers, by Christening his Children At home, and that by the Public From, (which is still insisted upon,) must not only be reckoned guilty of manifest Disobedience to his Mother, cc-acp pns11 vhb av av-jc pc-acp vvi, cst r-crq vmb vbi j, cc vvb j p-acp d np1 pp-f png31, p-acp n-vvg png31 n2 p-acp n1-an, cc cst p-acp dt j n1, (r-crq vbz av vvd p-acp,) vmb xx av-j vbi vvn j pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
151 but is chargeable likewise with several gross Absurdities in one of the solemnest of God's holy Ordinances; but is chargeable likewise with several gross Absurdities in one of the solemnest of God's holy Ordinances; cc-acp vbz j av p-acp j j n2 p-acp crd pp-f dt js pp-f npg1 j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
152 the Publick Form being so contriv'd, to prevent Evasion, or Collusion herein, that it cannot properly be us'd any where but in the Church; the Public From being so contrived, to prevent Evasion, or Collusion herein, that it cannot properly be used any where but in the Church; dt j n1 vbg av vvn, pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 av, cst pn31 vmbx av-j vbi vvn d c-crq p-acp p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
153 as has been well observ'd in a late Treatise on this Argument, to which hardly any thing can be added on this Head. For, 1. For instance, as has been well observed in a late Treatise on this Argument, to which hardly any thing can be added on this Head. For, 1. For instance, a-acp vhz vbn av vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq av d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp, crd p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
154 as the Author observes, When the Minister says thus to the Godfathers and Godmothers, You have brought this Child here to be baptiz'd, (according to that of one of the Ancients, You were brought to Church in the Arms of your Sureties; as the Author observes, When the Minister Says thus to the Godfathers and Godmothers, You have brought this Child Here to be baptized, (according to that of one of the Ancients, You were brought to Church in the Arms of your Sureties; c-acp dt n1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt n2 cc n2, pn22 vhb vvn d n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn, (vvg p-acp d pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-j, pn22 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
155 ) he ought, in a Private House, to invert the Words thus, Ye have brought me here to baptize this Child. ) he ought, in a Private House, to invert the Words thus, You have brought me Here to baptise this Child. ) pns31 vmd, p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 av, pn22 vhb vvn pno11 av pc-acp vvi d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
156 2. How can any Minister use that Petition in the last Collect, before the Prayer of Consecration, in such a place, with any colour of Reason, 2. How can any Minister use that Petition in the last Collect, before the Prayer of Consecration, in such a place, with any colour of Reason, crd q-crq vmb d vvi vvi cst vvb p-acp dt ord vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 16
157 when he is thus to address himself to God Almighty, Grant that whosoever is here dedicated unto thee, by our Office and Ministry, may be endued, &c. whilst by Here is undoubtedly meant the Font in the Church, when he is thus to address himself to God Almighty, Grant that whosoever is Here dedicated unto thee, by our Office and Ministry, may be endued, etc. while by Here is undoubtedly meant the Font in the Church, c-crq pns31 vbz av pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1 j-jn, vvb d r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp pno21, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn, av cs p-acp av vbz av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 17
158 or the Church it self, the proper place of Dedication; or the Church it self, the proper place of Dedication; cc dt n1 pn31 n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 17
159 at least, Hannah was of that Opinion, when she offer'd her Samuel, the Son of her Prayers, in the House of the Lord, with a Design of Dedicating him there to his Service. 3. In the Prayer of Consecration it self, it is no small Argument to prevail for God's Assent to the Petitions offer'd in the behalf of the Child, to be Regenerated; At least, Hannah was of that Opinion, when she offered her Samuel, the Son of her Prayers, in the House of the Lord, with a Design of Dedicating him there to his Service. 3. In the Prayer of Consecration it self, it is no small Argument to prevail for God's Assent to the Petitions offered in the behalf of the Child, to be Regenerated; p-acp ds, np1 vbds pp-f d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, pn31 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 17
160 That he would regard the Prayers of his Congregation, and comply therewith, in Sanctifying the Water, to the Mystical Washing away of Sin, &c. Now this Congregation, whose Prayers are thought thus efficacious, ought to be such an one, (as the above-cited Author observes,) of which the Minister may safely and truly say, Thy Congregation; for there is certainly the greatest Validity in the Prayers of God's Congregation: That he would regard the Prayers of his Congregation, and comply therewith, in Sanctifying the Water, to the Mystical Washing away of since, etc. Now this Congregation, whose Prayers Are Thought thus efficacious, ought to be such an one, (as the above-cited Author observes,) of which the Minister may safely and truly say, Thy Congregation; for there is Certainly the greatest Validity in the Prayers of God's Congregation: cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi av, p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt j vvg av pp-f n1, av av d n1, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn av j, pi pc-acp vbi d dt pi, (c-acp dt j n1 vvz,) pp-f r-crq dt n1 vmb av-j cc av-j vvb, po21 n1; p-acp pc-acp vbz av-j dt js n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 17
161 But there is great Reason to think, that those are not such, which are gather'd in a private House, on such an Account; But there is great Reason to think, that those Are not such, which Are gathered in a private House, on such an Account; cc-acp pc-acp vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d vbr xx d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d dt vvb; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 17
162 since the Church has not appointed it a fit place for Baptism, unless, as was abovesaid, in Cases of extream Necessity. since the Church has not appointed it a fit place for Baptism, unless, as was abovesaid, in Cases of extreme Necessity. c-acp dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn31 dt j n1 p-acp n1, cs, c-acp vbds j, p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 17
163 So that Private Houses being not ordinarily allow'd, much less commanded to be made use of as such; So that Private Houses being not ordinarily allowed, much less commanded to be made use of as such; av cst j n2 vbg xx av-j vvn, av-d av-dc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn n1 pp-f p-acp d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
164 nay, oftentimes perversely appropriated by some, to that Use, against the express Authority of the Church, nay, oftentimes perversely appropriated by Some, to that Use, against the express authority of the Church, uh-x, av av-j vvn p-acp d, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
165 and earnest Sollicitation of those that are set over them; and earnest Solicitation of those that Are Set over them; cc j n1 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
166 whoever assemble there, in such an illegal manner, must be thought as really guilty of a Disorder in the Church, as those who meet in prohibited Numbers and Places are of a Riot in the State. Nor will that pitiful Plea from our Saviour's (ignorantly misapply'd) Promise, Where Two or Three are gather'd together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them, stand them in any stead; whoever assemble there, in such an illegal manner, must be Thought as really guilty of a Disorder in the Church, as those who meet in prohibited Numbers and Places Are of a Riot in the State. Nor will that pitiful Plea from our Saviour's (ignorantly misapplied) Promise, Where Two or Three Are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them, stand them in any stead; r-crq n1 a-acp, p-acp d dt j n1, vmb vbi vvn c-acp av-j j pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp vvn n2 cc n2 vbr pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. ccx n1 cst j n1 p-acp po12 ng1 (av-j vvn) vvb, c-crq crd cc crd vbr vvn av p-acp po11 n1, a-acp vbm pns11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvb pno32 p-acp d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
167 Since we must not be allow'd to argue from extraordinary, to ordinary and common Cases; Since we must not be allowed to argue from extraordinary, to ordinary and Common Cases; c-acp pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j, p-acp j cc j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
168 for though not a Tittle of our Saviour's Words shall fall to the Ground, but he will be with his all the World over, till the Consummation of all things; for though not a Tittle of our Saviour's Words shall fallen to the Ground, but he will be with his all the World over, till the Consummation of all things; c-acp cs xx dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi p-acp po31 d dt n1 a-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
169 yet this Text must be understood of them, as duly circumstantiated, with respect to Time, Place, &c. Hence the Reason of no Considering Person will give him leave to say, yet this Text must be understood of them, as duly circumstantiated, with respect to Time, Place, etc. Hence the Reason of no Considering Person will give him leave to say, av d n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno32, c-acp av-jn vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1, av av dt n1 pp-f dx vvg n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
170 Because our Saviour supported his Disciples with these Words, whom he foresaw Drooping, ere-long, under a Persecuted Condition; Because our Saviour supported his Disciples with these Words, whom he foresaw Drooping, erelong, under a Persecuted Condition; c-acp po12 n1 vvd po31 n2 p-acp d n2, ro-crq pns31 vvd vvg, av, p-acp dt vvn n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 18
171 therefore they may make use of it upon every Caprichio, (as too many among our Laity actually do,) in the more flourishing State of the Church, against the known Orders of the Establishment in it, to which, in many the like Cases, they readily submit upon those very Motives which are usually urg'd for their Obedience to this Injunction. Therefore they may make use of it upon every Caprichio, (as too many among our Laity actually doe,) in the more flourishing State of the Church, against the known Order of the Establishment in it, to which, in many the like Cases, they readily submit upon those very Motives which Are usually urged for their obedience to this Injunction. av pns32 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d np1, (c-acp av d p-acp po12 np1 av-j n1,) p-acp dt av-dc j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp r-crq, p-acp d dt j n2, pns32 av-j vvb p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
172 But, 4. The last Absurdity committed in using our Publick Form at Home, is, the Receiving the Child: When the Minister, having first Nam'd it, But, 4. The last Absurdity committed in using our Public From At Home, is, the Receiving the Child: When the Minister, having First Named it, p-acp, crd dt ord n1 vvn p-acp vvg po12 j n1 p-acp av-an, vbz, dt vvg dt n1: c-crq dt n1, vhg ord vvn pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
173 and Baptiz'd it, holding it still in his Hand, uses these Words of Admission, We receive this Child into the Congregation of Christ's Flock, &c. Which Reception doth not only mean, into the whole Body of the Ʋniversal Church, but as well that Representative Part then present, and Baptized it, holding it still in his Hand, uses these Words of Admission, We receive this Child into the Congregation of Christ's Flock, etc. Which Reception does not only mean, into the Whole Body of the Ʋniversal Church, but as well that Representative Part then present, cc vvd pn31, vvg pn31 av p-acp po31 n1, vvz d n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb, av r-crq n1 vdz xx av-j vvi, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp c-acp av d n1 n1 av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
174 and Consenting to it for the Whole. and Consenting to it for the whole. cc vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
175 And the Minister's Embracing the Child, is for the same End, as the Imposition of Hands in Baptism was of Old; And the Minister's Embracing the Child, is for the same End, as the Imposition of Hands in Baptism was of Old; cc dt ng1 vvg dt n1, vbz p-acp dt d vvb, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 vbds pp-f j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
176 which, Durantus tells us, signified the Reconciliation, by which he that was without the Church a Child of Wrath, according to our Catechism, was in the Church receiv'd into the Church's Favour, which, Durantus tells us, signified the Reconciliation, by which he that was without the Church a Child of Wrath, according to our Catechism, was in the Church received into the Church's Favour, r-crq, np1 vvz pno12, vvd dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 cst vbds p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp po12 n1, vbds p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
177 and made a Child of Grace. and made a Child of Grace. cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
178 Thus have I laid before you the Commands of our Church, with relation to Publick Baptism, together with the Danger and Absurdity of our Breach of them; which was the First Particular: Thus have I laid before you the Commands of our Church, with Relation to Public Baptism, together with the Danger and Absurdity of our Breach of them; which was the First Particular: av vhb pns11 vvn p-acp pn22 dt vvz pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 pp-f pno32; r-crq vbds dt ord j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
179 I hasten through the following Ones with all imaginable Brevity, and proceed to shew, I hasten through the following Ones with all imaginable Brevity, and proceed to show, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j-vvg pi2 p-acp d j n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
180 2. That She has done nothing herein, but upon very extraordinary Motives, in that her Thoughts, with respect to the Business in hand, accord with the Eastern, and all the Western Churches now in the World. 2. That She has done nothing herein, but upon very extraordinary Motives, in that her Thoughts, with respect to the Business in hand, accord with the Eastern, and all the Western Churches now in the World. crd cst pns31 vhz vdn pix av, cc-acp p-acp av j n2, p-acp cst po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp dt j, cc d dt j n2 av p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 20
181 As for the Eastern, Sir Paul Ricaut, in his Present State of the Greek Church, tells us, That That hath, from long Antiquity, practis'd, on the Eighth Day to present their Children at the Church-Porch, to receive the Blessing of the Priest, &c. And 'tis notoriously known, that the Practice of the Church of Rome, here in the West, is agreeable to her Constitutions: As for the Eastern, Sir Paul Ricaut, in his Present State of the Greek Church, tells us, That That hath, from long Antiquity, practised, on the Eighth Day to present their Children At the Church porch, to receive the Blessing of the Priest, etc. And it's notoriously known, that the Practice of the Church of Rome, Here in the West, is agreeable to her Constitutions: c-acp p-acp dt j, n1 np1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt jp n1, vvz pno12, cst cst vhz, p-acp j n1, vvn, p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av cc pn31|vbz av-j vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1, vbz j p-acp po31 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
182 Cum proprius locus hujus Sacramenti sit Ecclesia Parochialis, nullus extra eam, nisi forte in casu necessitatis baptizet. Cum proprius locus hujus Sacrament fit Ecclesia Parochialis, nullus extra eam, nisi forte in casu necessitatis baptizet. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 vvb np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
183 Nor doth She permit any, but in Cases of Extream Necessity, to be baptiz'd at Home; and they, upon Recovery, are still brought to Church afterwards. Nor does She permit any, but in Cases of Extreme Necessity, to be baptized At Home; and they, upon Recovery, Are still brought to Church afterwards. ccx vdz pns31 vvi d, cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av-an; cc pns32, p-acp n1, vbr av vvn p-acp n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
184 The French (as well as the other Reform'd Churches abroad, conformable to which is their Practice (as many of them as have Churches) in this City) not only order this Usage in their Service-Books, but, The French (as well as the other Reformed Churches abroad, conformable to which is their Practice (as many of them as have Churches) in this city) not only order this Usage in their Service-Books, but, dt jp (c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn vvn n2 av, j p-acp r-crq vbz po32 n1 (c-acp d pp-f pno32 c-acp vhb n2) p-acp d n1) xx av-j vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
185 as we do, give their Reasons for it there likewise: as we do, give their Reasons for it there likewise: c-acp pns12 vdb, vvb po32 n2 p-acp pn31 a-acp av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
186 Because * Baptism, say they, is a solemn Admission into the Church of Christ, and therefore ought to be done in the Face of the Assembly, who are to be Witnesses of the Matter. Because * Baptism, say they, is a solemn Admission into the Church of christ, and Therefore ought to be done in the Face of the Assembly, who Are to be Witnesses of the Matter. c-acp * n1, vvb pns32, vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vmd p-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
187 Nay, The English Congregation which was gather'd at Geneva, in the Year 1558. upon an unjust Dislike of some Things in our Liturgy and Church-Government here, in their Form of Prayer, See The Order of Baptism, Rubr. 1. and Administration of the Sacraments, approv'd by J. Calvin himself, tells us positively, That it is evident from God's Word, that the Sacraments are not Ordain'd of him, to be us'd in Private Corners, as Charms or Sorceries; but left to the Congregation, and necessarily annex'd to God's Word, as Seals of the same: Nay, The English Congregation which was gathered At Geneva, in the Year 1558. upon an unjust Dislike of Some Things in our Liturgy and Church-Government Here, in their From of Prayer, See The Order of Baptism, Rubric 1. and Administration of the Sacraments, approved by J. calvin himself, tells us positively, That it is evident from God's Word, that the Sacraments Are not Ordained of him, to be used in Private Corners, as Charms or Sorceries; but left to the Congregation, and necessarily annexed to God's Word, as Seals of the same: uh-x, dt jp n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 av, p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd cc n1 pp-f dt n2, vvn p-acp np1 np1 px31, vvz pno12 av-j, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp npg1 n1, cst dt n2 vbr xx vvn pp-f pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp n2 cc n2; cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp n2 pp-f dt d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
188 Therefore the Infant, which is to be baptiz'd, shall be brought to Church on the Day appointed, to Common Prayer, Therefore the Infant, which is to be baptized, shall be brought to Church on the Day appointed, to Common Prayer, av dt n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, p-acp j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
189 and Preaching, &c. And (which I hope will be for the Conviction of those among us, who are very ready to charge every Person or Thing with Popery, or Superstition at least, that doth but look towards the Establishing or Retrieving any of the Solemnities in God's Worship) Even the Presbyterian Directory, in the late Times of Confusion, expresly Ordains, That Baptism be not Administer'd in Private Places, or Privately, but in the Place of Publick Worship, and in the Face of the Congregation, where the People may most conveniently see and hear: and Preaching, etc. And (which I hope will be for the Conviction of those among us, who Are very ready to charge every Person or Thing with Popery, or Superstition At least, that does but look towards the Establishing or Retrieving any of the Solemnities in God's Worship) Even the Presbyterian Directory, in the late Times of Confusion, expressly Ordains, That Baptism be not Administered in Private Places, or Privately, but in the Place of Public Worship, and in the Face of the Congregation, where the People may most conveniently see and hear: cc vvg, av cc (r-crq pns11 vvb vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr av j pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp ds, cst vdz p-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg d pp-f dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1) av-j dt j n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, av-j vvz, cst n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp j n2, cc av-jn, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb av-ds av-j vvi cc vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
190 Which the Framers of it likewise tell us, was resolv'd upon, After earnest and frequent Calling upon the Name of God; Which the Framers of it likewise tell us, was resolved upon, After earnest and frequent Calling upon the Name of God; r-crq dt n2 pp-f pn31 av vvb pno12, vbds vvn p-acp, p-acp n1 cc j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
191 and after much Consultation, not with Flesh and Blood, but with his Holy Word. and After much Consultation, not with Flesh and Blood, but with his Holy Word. cc p-acp d n1, xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
192 Pursuant to which Resolutions, as it should seem, we are told, that as for their Brethren in Scotland, no Length of Way, Pursuant to which Resolutions, as it should seem, we Are told, that as for their Brothers in Scotland, no Length of Way, n1 p-acp r-crq n2, c-acp pn31 vmd vvi, pns12 vbr vvn, cst c-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1, dx n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
193 nor scarce any Indisposition, can prevail with them to keep their Children from the Church; but they carry them several Miles to be baptiz'd, that it may be done in Publick: And that they thought it an inexpressible Favour, nor scarce any Indisposition, can prevail with them to keep their Children from the Church; but they carry them several Miles to be baptized, that it may be done in Public: And that they Thought it an inexpressible Favour, ccx av-j d n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; p-acp pns32 vvb pno32 j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp j: cc cst pns32 vvd pn31 dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
194 when a Toleration was granted them for Private Baptism in case of Great Necessity. But, 3. There is not only a Consent between ours and these Churches in this Particular, when a Toleration was granted them for Private Baptism in case of Great Necessity. But, 3. There is not only a Consent between ours and these Churches in this Particular, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn pno32 p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1. p-acp, crd pc-acp vbz xx av-j dt vvb p-acp png12 cc d n2 p-acp d j-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
195 but the Practice of all of them is grounded upon the earliest Antiquity: but the Practice of all of them is grounded upon the earliest Antiquity: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
196 For the Proof of which, I shall not now trouble you with a pompous Ostentation of Authorities; For the Proof of which, I shall not now trouble you with a pompous Ostentation of Authorities; c-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb xx av vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
197 though I might quote to you Justin Martyr, St. Athanasius, Gregory Nazianzen, Ambrose, Chrysostom Vid. Cocceii Thes. Cathol. though I might quote to you Justin Martyr, Saint Athanasius, Gregory Nazianzen, Ambrose, Chrysostom Vid. Cocceii Thebes Cathol. cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22 np1 n1, n1 np1, np1 np1, np1, np1 np1 np1 np1 np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
198 Tom. 2. lib. 5. Art. 11. de Baptisteriis., &c. with Councils , General and Provincial; but desire the abovemention'd Citation may serve, instead of many: Tom. 2. lib. 5. Art. 11. de Baptisteriis., etc. with Councils, General and Provincial; but desire the abovementioned Citante may serve, instead of many: np1 crd n1. crd n1 crd fw-la fw-la., av p-acp n2, n1 cc j-jn; cc-acp vvb dt j n1 vmb vvi, av pp-f d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
199 Where 'twas said, That the Place where this solemn Action was perform'd, was at first unlimited; Where 'twas said, That the Place where this solemn Actium was performed, was At First unlimited; c-crq pn31|vbds vvn, cst dt n1 c-crq d j n1 vbds vvn, vbds p-acp ord j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
200 any place where there was Water; as, a Pond, Lake, River, or Spring, serving turn: any place where there was Water; as, a Pond, Lake, River, or Spring, serving turn: d n1 c-crq pc-acp vbds n1; c-acp, dt n1, n1, n1, cc n1, vvg n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
201 But that always they chose a Place for Baptism as near as might be to that of the Publick Assembly; But that always they chosen a Place for Baptism as near as might be to that of the Public Assembly; cc-acp cst av pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 c-acp av-j c-acp vmd vbi p-acp d pp-f dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
202 for 'twas seldom done (even in the very Infancy of the Church) without the Presence of the Congregation. for 'twas seldom done (even in the very Infancy of the Church) without the Presence of the Congregation. c-acp pn31|vbds av vdn (av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 22
203 For which Reason it was, that in Ancient Times, as we are there likewise told, their Baptisteria, or Fonts, as we call them, were built at first near the Church, For which Reason it was, that in Ancient Times, as we Are there likewise told, their Baptisteries, or Fonts, as we call them, were built At First near the Church, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds, cst p-acp j n2, c-acp pns12 vbr a-acp av vvn, po32 np1, cc np1, c-acp pns12 vvb pno32, vbdr vvn p-acp ord vvi dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
204 then in the Church-Porch, to represent Baptism's being the Entrance into the Mystical Church; and afterwards in the Church it self. then in the Church porch, to represent Baptism's being the Entrance into the Mystical Church; and afterwards in the Church it self. av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi npg1 vbg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; cc av p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
205 At which Places, Baptism was of Old Administer'd only on Easter and Whit - Sunday, as many Councils formerly order'd; At which Places, Baptism was of Old Administered only on Easter and Whit - Sunday, as many Councils formerly ordered; p-acp r-crq n2, n1 vbds pp-f j vvn av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 - np1, c-acp d n2 av-j vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
206 because (as one of them is express) at those Solemn Times there were the most numerous Assemblies; Because (as one of them is express) At those Solemn Times there were the most numerous Assemblies; c-acp (c-acp pi pp-f pno32 vbz j) p-acp d j n2 a-acp vbdr dt av-ds j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
207 and by Consequence, the Administration of this holy Rite would be then more for the Edification of the Church. and by Consequence, the Administration of this holy Rite would be then more for the Edification of the Church. cc p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vmd vbi av av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
208 Where, by the way, we may observe the Rise of Private Baptism in the Primitive Church, together with the Reasonableness of its Allowance then: Where, by the Way, we may observe the Rise of Private Baptism in the Primitive Church, together with the Reasonableness of its Allowance then: c-crq, p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 23
209 For, they reserving the Baptization of all their Catechumens till those two great Festivals, if any of them in the mean while happen'd to be in great danger of Persecution, as was probable in the first Ages of the Church; For, they reserving the Baptization of all their Catechumens till those two great Festivals, if any of them in the mean while happened to be in great danger of Persecution, as was probable in the First Ages of the Church; c-acp, pns32 vvg dt n1 pp-f d po32 npg1 c-acp d crd j n2, cs d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vbds j p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 23
210 Incursions of Barbarous Enemies, no less frequent in the succeeding Times, present Death, by Sickness, or any other Means; Incursions of Barbarous Enemies, no less frequent in the succeeding Times, present Death, by Sickness, or any other Means; n2 pp-f j n2, av-dx av-dc j p-acp dt j-vvg n2, j n1, p-acp n1, cc d j-jn n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 23
211 they granted them the Liberty of being baptiz'd immediately, fearful lest at any time they should go out of the World, depriv'd of the Benefit of this Holy Laver. they granted them the Liberty of being baptized immediately, fearful lest At any time they should go out of the World, deprived of the Benefit of this Holy Laver. pns32 vvd pno32 dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn av-j, j cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1, vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 23
212 But, God be thanked, we are under no such Apprehensions at present; But, God be thanked, we Are under no such Apprehensions At present; p-acp, np1 vbb vvn, pns12 vbr p-acp dx d n2 p-acp j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 24
213 though we were then, when this Custom of Christning at Home first got Footing amongst us; though we were then, when this Custom of Christening At Home First god Footing among us; cs pns12 vbdr av, c-crq d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1-an ord vvd vvg p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 24
214 no such Practice being heard of in the Church of England, till the late Times of our horrible Distractions. no such Practice being herd of in the Church of England, till the late Times of our horrible Distractions. dx d n1 vbg vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 24
215 Which bare Consideration, viz. of the Means whereby this Usage was here introduc'd, might, one would think, have long since render'd it odious and abominable, to those especially, who have the Conscience still left them to abhor the lewd Proceedings of those Days, Which bore Consideration, viz. of the Means whereby this Usage was Here introduced, might, one would think, have long since rendered it odious and abominable, to those especially, who have the Conscience still left them to abhor the lewd Proceedings of those Days, r-crq j n1, n1 pp-f dt n2 c-crq d n1 vbds av vvd, n1, pi vmd vvi, vhb av-j a-acp vvd pn31 j cc j, p-acp d av-j, r-crq vhb dt n1 av vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n2-vvg pp-f d n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 24
216 when Wild Enthusiasm, and Blind Zeal justled all sober Religion almost, with God's Solemn Worship, out of these three Kingdoms. But, 4ly. when Wild Enthusiasm, and Blind Zeal justled all Sobrium Religion almost, with God's Solemn Worship, out of these three Kingdoms. But, 4ly. c-crq j n1, cc j n1 vvn d j n1 av, p-acp npg1 j n1, av pp-f d crd n2. p-acp, av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 24
217 and Lastly, The Constitutions of our Church, which order Baptism to be Publickly Celebrated, do not only bear a just Correspondence with the Practice of the Eastern, and all the Western Churches now in the World, and Lastly, The Constitutions of our Church, which order Baptism to be Publicly Celebrated, do not only bear a just Correspondence with the Practice of the Eastern, and all the Western Churches now in the World, cc ord, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq n1 n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, vdb xx av-j vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc d dt j n2 av p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
218 as grounded upon the earliest Antiquity: as grounded upon the earliest Antiquity: c-acp vvn p-acp dt js n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
219 But that Antiquity has no less solid a Basis, than the firmest Reason, to support it; But that Antiquity has no less solid a Basis, than the firmest Reason, to support it; cc-acp cst n1 vhz dx dc j dt n1, cs dt js n1, pc-acp vvi pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
220 Three of which I shall, for the present, only hint at, leaving the farther Consideration of them, Three of which I shall, for the present, only hint At, leaving the farther Consideration of them, crd pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb, p-acp dt j, j n1 p-acp, vvg dt jc n1 pp-f pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
221 and others as obvious, to your own more serious Reflections. The and Others as obvious, to your own more serious Reflections. The cc n2-jn p-acp j, p-acp po22 d n1 j n2. dt (6) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 24
222 1. Of which, is, That Publick Baptism is more for Edisication. This the Primitive Church was sensible of, 1. Of which, is, That Public Baptism is more for Edification. This the Primitive Church was sensible of, crd pp-f r-crq, vbz, cst j n1 vbz av-dc p-acp n1. d dt j n1 vbds j pp-f, (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
223 as you find from the Canon of the Council just now mention'd, which (with a great number besides) orders Baptism to be perform'd on Easter and Whit-Sundays only; because then the Congregations were fuller. as you find from the Canon of the Council just now mentioned, which (with a great number beside) order Baptism to be performed on Easter and Whit-Sundays only; Because then the Congregations were fuller. c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av av vvn, r-crq (p-acp dt j n1 a-acp) n2 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc np2 j; c-acp cs dt n2 vbdr jc. (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
224 This our Church is very sensible of, in like manner, when She orders it to be administred ordinarily upon Sundays, or Holy days, This our Church is very sensible of, in like manner, when She order it to be administered ordinarily upon Sundays, or Holy days, d po12 n1 vbz av j pp-f, p-acp j n1, c-crq pns31 n2 pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn av-jn p-acp np1, cc j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
225 when the greatest Number of People are met together; when the greatest Number of People Are met together; c-crq dt js n1 pp-f n1 vbr vvn av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
226 that all there present may be put in mind of their own Profession made to God in their Baptism. that all there present may be put in mind of their own Profession made to God in their Baptism. cst d pc-acp vvi vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 24
227 This the French Reformed Church is highly sensible of, when, in her last Rubrick, in the Office for Publick Baptism, She orders, That the Minister, Baptizing in the Church, Le tout se dit a haute voix en langue vulgaire, d'autant que le Peuple qui assiste la doit estre temoin de ce qui s'y fait a quoi est requise intelligence; This the French Reformed Church is highly sensible of, when, in her last Rubric, in the Office for Public Baptism, She order, That the Minister, Baptizing in the Church, Le tout se dit a haute voix en langue vulgaire, d'autant que le Peuple qui assist la doit estre temoin de ce qui s'y fait a quoi est requise intelligence; d dt jp vvn n1 vbz av-j j pp-f, c-crq, p-acp po31 ord n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, pns31 n2, cst dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-fr dt fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr, fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr np1 fw-fr vvi fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr dt fw-fr fw-fr n1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
228 & aussi asin que tous soient edifiez, en reconnoissant, &c La Forme d' Administrer le Baptesme. & aussi asin que tous soient edifiez, en reconnoissant, etc. La Form d' Administer le Baptesme. cc fw-fr n1 fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr, fw-fr j, av uh n1 fw-fr vvb fw-fr fw-fr. (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
229 Rubr. 1. in the Office for Publick Baptism. speak as loud as he can, in the Vulgar Tongue, that all may be edified: Rubric 1. in the Office for Public Baptism. speak as loud as he can, in the vulgar Tongue, that all may be edified: np1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1. vvb a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb, p-acp dt j n1, cst d vmb vbi vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
230 En reconnoissant & reduisant en memoire, quel'est le fruit, & l'usage de leur Baptesme. En reconnoissant & reduisant en memoire, quel'est le fruit, & l'usage de leur Baptesme. fw-fr j cc j fw-fr fw-fr, fw-fr fw-fr n1, cc n1 fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr. (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
231 This, in a Word, all the Churches in the World are sensible of, their Custom being principally founded upon this Motive. But, then, This, in a Word, all the Churches in the World Are sensible of, their Custom being principally founded upon this Motive. But, then, d, p-acp dt n1, d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j pp-f, po32 n1 vbg av-j vvn p-acp d n1. p-acp, av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 25
232 2. The very Nature and Design of Baptism bespeaks the Reasonableness of its being done in Publick: It is, 2. The very Nature and Design of Baptism bespeaks the Reasonableness of its being done in Public: It is, crd dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg vdn p-acp j: pn31 vbz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
233 as has been said, our solemn Admission into the Christian Church, and therefore ought to be done openly; that as our own instructs us, the Congregation then present may testifie the Receiving of them that are newly baptiz'd into the Number of Christ's Church. And, as has been said, our solemn Admission into the Christian Church, and Therefore ought to be done openly; that as our own instructs us, the Congregation then present may testify the Receiving of them that Are newly baptized into the Number of Christ's Church. And, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, po12 j n1 p-acp dt njp n1, cc av vmd p-acp vbi vdn av-j; cst p-acp po12 d vvz pno12, dt n1 av j vmb vvi dt vvg pp-f pno32 cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. cc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 25
234 3. We may consider, that Baptism contains a Publick Profession of our Faith in Christ, by our Godfathers and Godmothers. 3. We may Consider, that Baptism contains a Public Profession of our Faith in christ, by our Godfathers and Godmothers. crd pns12 vmb vvi, cst n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
235 Now, the Profession of our Faith, the more publick it is, the more agreeable is it to the Nature of Baptism, and the Constitution of the Christian Church; Now, the Profession of our Faith, the more public it is, the more agreeable is it to the Nature of Baptism, and the Constitution of the Christian Church; av, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz, dt av-dc j vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
236 which is a Visible Society, professing the Faith of Christ. which is a Visible Society, professing the Faith of christ. r-crq vbz dt j n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
237 And when can it possibly be more publick, than in the Courts of the Lord's House? The Publick Congregation for God's Worship, held by Publick Authority, in Places publickly set a-part for that purpose; And when can it possibly be more public, than in the Courts of the Lord's House? The Public Congregation for God's Worship, held by Public authority, in Places publicly Set apart for that purpose; cc q-crq vmb pn31 av-j vbi dc j, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1? dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp n2 av-j vvn av p-acp d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
238 when the End of Assembling there, is, the more solemn Celebration of God's Honour; that Devout Persons may, with one Mind, and one Mouth, glorifie his Name together. when the End of Assembling there, is, the more solemn Celebration of God's Honour; that Devout Persons may, with one Mind, and one Mouth, Glorify his Name together. c-crq dt vvb pp-f vvg a-acp, vbz, dt av-dc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; cst j n2 vmb, p-acp crd n1, cc crd n1, vvi po31 n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 25
239 Thus have I gone through all the Particulars I design'd to speak to: And have shewn, I. Thus have I gone through all the Particulars I designed to speak to: And have shown, I. av vhb pns11 vvn p-acp d dt n2-j pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp: cc vhb vvn, pns11. (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 25
240 Very briefly, The Nature of Baptism in general. II. Who were the Persons Commisson'd by our Saviour to baptize. III. Who ought to be baptiz'd. IV. After what Form. And, Very briefly, The Nature of Baptism in general. II Who were the Persons Commissoned by our Saviour to baptise. III. Who ought to be baptized. IV. After what Form And, j av-j, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. crd r-crq vbdr dt n2 j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvi. np1. q-crq vmd pc-acp vbi vvn. np1 p-acp r-crq np1 cc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 25
241 V. More at large, at what Time, and in what Place. I should now put an End to this Discourse, but that it may be expected, V. More At large, At what Time, and in what Place. I should now put an End to this Discourse, but that it may be expected, np1 av-dc p-acp j, p-acp r-crq n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1. pns11 vmd av vvi dt vvb p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 25
242 since I have been so copious in the Defence of Publick Baptism, that I should say somewhat by way of Obviating those Pretences, which have been so powerful, since I have been so copious in the Defence of Public Baptism, that I should say somewhat by Way of Obviating those Pretences, which have been so powerful, c-acp pns11 vhb vbn av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi av p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg d n2, r-crq vhb vbn av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 26
243 as to uphold the contrary Practice amongst too many of us, for some Years last past. as to uphold the contrary Practice among too many of us, for Some years last passed. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp av d pp-f pno12, c-acp d n2 ord vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 26
244 And, indeed, were it not for this Reason, notwithstanding their Prevalency, I should have thought the best of them too weak and trifling, such as deserv'd rather to be pass'd over in Silence, And, indeed, were it not for this Reason, notwithstanding their Prevalency, I should have Thought the best of them too weak and trifling, such as deserved rather to be passed over in Silence, cc, av, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d n1, c-acp po32 n1, pns11 vmd vhi vvn dt js pp-f pno32 av j cc j-vvg, d c-acp vvd av-c pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 26
245 or, at most, answer'd by a Minister in Whispers, as they are commonly urg'd to him, rather than mention'd by way of Confutation before such an Auditory as this. or, At most, answered by a Minister in Whispers, as they Are commonly urged to him, rather than mentioned by Way of Confutation before such an Auditory as this. cc, p-acp ds, vvn p-acp dt vvb p-acp vvz, c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno31, av-c cs vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt j c-acp d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 26
246 But, such as they are, they may be reduc'd to Three chiefly; either of the Richer Sort, the Poorer, or Both indifferently. But, such as they Are, they may be reduced to Three chiefly; either of the Richer Sort, the Poorer, or Both indifferently. p-acp, d c-acp pns32 vbr, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd av-jn; d pp-f dt jc vvb, dt jc, cc av-d av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 26
247 The Richer Sort usually preface their Resolutions about a Private Christning, with an Intimation of their sincere Intentions towards the Church of England, in which they were born and bred, The Richer Sort usually preface their Resolutions about a Private Christening, with an Intimation of their sincere Intentions towards the Church of England, in which they were born and bred, dt jc vvb av-j n1 po32 n2 p-acp dt j n-vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 26
248 and resolve, by the Grace of God, to die in too: and resolve, by the Grace of God, to die in too: cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 26
249 But, as for the Business in hand, the Child is at present indispos'd, and the Gossips are now in the Way, who cannot so well attend another Time; But, as for the Business in hand, the Child is At present indisposed, and the Gossips Are now in the Way, who cannot so well attend Another Time; cc-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp j vvn, cc dt n2 vbr av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmbx av av vvi j-jn n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 26
250 and therefore it is convenient it should be done immediately, without making any farther Trouble on't. and Therefore it is convenient it should be done immediately, without making any farther Trouble oned. cc av pn31 vbz j pn31 vmd vbi vdn av-j, p-acp vvg d jc vvb p-acp|pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 26
251 To such it may easily be answer'd, If they are so well affected, as they pretend, to the Church of England, or rather the Church of Christ, let them shew their Affection, by a ready Compliance to the wholsom Injunctions of this in general, with relation to Publick Baptism; and that in particular, which has provided a Private Form, purposely to be us'd in such Exigencies; To such it may Easily be answered, If they Are so well affected, as they pretend, to the Church of England, or rather the Church of christ, let them show their Affection, by a ready Compliance to the wholesome Injunctions of this in general, with Relation to Public Baptism; and that in particular, which has provided a Private From, purposely to be used in such Exigencies; p-acp d pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn, cs pns32 vbr av av vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-c dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j n1; cc cst p-acp j, r-crq vhz vvn dt j n1, av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 26
252 and satisfies them there, That the Child so baptiz'd, is lawfully and sufficiently baptiz'd, and ought not to be baptiz'd again: and Satisfies them there, That the Child so baptized, is lawfully and sufficiently baptized, and ought not to be baptized again: cc vvz pno32 a-acp, cst dt n1 av vvn, vbz av-j cc av-j vvn, cc vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 26
253 But only desires, upon Recovery, it be brought to Church afterwards, for the Reasons just mention'd; But only Desires, upon Recovery, it be brought to Church afterwards, for the Reasons just mentioned; cc-acp j n2, p-acp n1, pn31 vbi vvn p-acp n1 av, p-acp dt n2 av vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 26
254 and there receive the high Honour of being orderly and solemnly admitted into Christ's Flock. and there receive the high Honour of being orderly and solemnly admitted into Christ's Flock. cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f vbg j cc av-j vvn p-acp npg1 vvb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 26
255 But, to be plain, 'Tis not the Child's real Indisposition, but the unhappy Bent of the Parents too perverse Inclinations oftentimes, that make them take these Measures; But, to be plain, It's not the Child's real Indisposition, but the unhappy Bent of the Parents too perverse Inclinations oftentimes, that make them take these Measures; p-acp, pc-acp vbi j, pn31|vbz xx dt ng1 j n1, cc-acp dt j vvn pp-f dt n2 av j n2 av, cst vvb pno32 vvi d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
256 since 'tis notorious, that, of those who dar'd not venture their Infant two or three Doors to Church, in the cold Air of this City, many have speedily after sent it out some Miles in a much colder, to be taken Care of in the Country. And then, since it's notorious, that, of those who dared not venture their Infant two or three Doors to Church, in the cold Air of this city, many have speedily After sent it out Some Miles in a much colder, to be taken Care of in the Country. And then, c-acp pn31|vbz j, cst, pp-f d r-crq vvd xx vvi po32 n1 crd cc crd n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, d vhb av-j a-acp vvd pn31 av d n2 p-acp dt av-d avc-jn, pc-acp vbi vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1. cc av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
257 as for the Excuse of wanting those that will stand Godfathers and Godmothers, 'tis well known, that Persons of any Fashion, are not without Numbers, ambitious of paying that Complemental Piece of Respect to them; as for the Excuse of wanting those that will stand Godfathers and Godmothers, it's well known, that Persons of any Fashion, Are not without Numbers, ambitious of paying that Complemental Piece of Respect to them; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d cst vmb vvi n2 cc n2, pn31|vbz av vvn, cst n2 pp-f d vvb, vbr xx p-acp n2, j pp-f vvg d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
258 (for, to our Shame be it spoken, 'tis too frequently look'd upon as no more.) (for, to our Shame be it spoken, it's too frequently looked upon as no more.) (c-acp, p-acp po12 n1 vbi pn31 vvn, pn31|vbz av av-j vvn p-acp p-acp dx av-dc.) (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 27
259 On the other side, Whilst we have gloss'd, varnish'd Falshood from the Rich, suitable to their Circumstances, we meet with simple, naked Truth from the Poor: What was pretended Indisposition in the former, is downright Shame in the latter, On the other side, While we have glossed, varnished Falsehood from the Rich, suitable to their circumstances, we meet with simple, naked Truth from the Poor: What was pretended Indisposition in the former, is downright Shame in the latter, p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns12 vhb j-vvn, j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j, j p-acp po32 n2, pns12 vvb p-acp j, j n1 p-acp dt j: r-crq vbds vvn n1 p-acp dt j, vbz j n1 p-acp dt d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 27
260 Truly, though (they thank God) they want nothing, yet they are not so well to pass in the World, Truly, though (they thank God) they want nothing, yet they Are not so well to pass in the World, av-j, cs (pns32 vvb np1) pns32 vvb pix, av pns32 vbr xx av av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 27
261 as to make a Figure in't, and upon that Account, being unable to provide things handsom enough for their Company, and a Publick Appearance, they don't care to be ridicul'd and laugh'd at by their Neighbours, till they can. as to make a Figure in't, and upon that Account, being unable to provide things handsome enough for their Company, and a Public Appearance, they don't care to be ridiculed and laughed At by their Neighbours, till they can. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp|pn31, cc p-acp d vvb, vbg j-u pc-acp vvi n2 j d p-acp po32 n1, cc dt j n1, pns32 vdbx np1-n pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vmb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 27
262 To which 't may be reply'd, in a Word, That the Vanity of some in a higher Rank, ought not to be a Rule for those in a meaner Condition; To which iT may be replied, in a Word, That the Vanity of Some in a higher Rank, ought not to be a Rule for those in a meaner Condition; p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt jc n1, vmd xx pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d p-acp dt jc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
263 much less should the Avoiding of it be objected to them; much less should the Avoiding of it be objected to them; av-d dc vmd dt vvg pp-f pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
264 then which, nothing can more advance their Reputation among Persons of Prudence and Sobriety; whose Censures, in such Cases, are alone to be regarded. then which, nothing can more advance their Reputation among Persons of Prudence and Sobriety; whose Censures, in such Cases, Are alone to be regarded. av r-crq, pix vmb av-dc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; rg-crq n2, p-acp d n2, vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 27
265 And, indeed, were those Extravagant Expences retrench'd, which are every where too common on such Occasions, And, indeed, were those Extravagant Expenses retrenched, which Are every where too Common on such Occasions, cc, av, vbdr d j n2 vvn, r-crq vbr d q-crq av j p-acp d n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
266 and have been condemn'd in three late Councils, even by the Corrupt Church of Rome; we should quickly find the Thoughts of most People, which are now wholly bent upon Dress, Shew, and the Pomp of the Business, turn'd a contrary way; and have been condemned in three late Councils, even by the Corrupt Church of Room; we should quickly find the Thoughts of most People, which Are now wholly bent upon Dress, Show, and the Pomp of the Business, turned a contrary Way; cc vhb vbn vvn p-acp crd j n2, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvb; pns12 vmd av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f ds n1, r-crq vbr av av-jn vvn p-acp vvi, vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd dt j-jn n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
267 and the chief Solemnity of Christnings would then lie, in having the Religious Part of them perform'd more decently, with respect to Time, Place, &c. than generally now it is. and the chief Solemnity of Christenings would then lie, in having the Religious Part of them performed more decently, with respect to Time, Place, etc. than generally now it is. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2-vvg vmd av vvi, p-acp vhg dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vvn av-dc av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1, av cs av-j av pn31 vbz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 27
268 But, 3. The Main, Topping Argument from both Sorts, is, That such or such Great Men have not scrupl'd to Christen in Private: Why therefore should others refuse it, who are not nigh so much Dignify'd, nor Distinguish'd? But, 3. The Main, Topping Argument from both Sorts, is, That such or such Great Men have not scrupled to christian in Private: Why Therefore should Others refuse it, who Are not High so much Dignified, nor Distinguished? p-acp, crd dt j, vvg n1 p-acp d n2, vbz, cst d cc d j n2 vhb xx vvn p-acp jp p-acp j: uh-crq av vmd ng2-jn vvi pn31, r-crq vbr xx av-j av d vvn, ccx vvn? (6) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 28
269 To this I answer, Lastly, When those Eminent Persons declin'd their Rule, they did it with Reason, or without. To this I answer, Lastly, When those Eminent Persons declined their Rule, they did it with Reason, or without. p-acp d pns11 vvb, ord, c-crq d j n2 vvn po32 n1, pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 28
270 If without, Then their Example ought no more to be a Guide to others, than the unwarrantable Actions of a Superior Magistrate in any Corporation, should be propos'd to the Imitation of an Inferior one; If without, Then their Exampl ought no more to be a Guide to Others, than the unwarrantable Actions of a Superior Magistrate in any Corporation, should be proposed to the Imitation of an Inferior one; cs p-acp, cs po32 n1 vmd av-dx av-dc pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, cs dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn crd; (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 28
271 for, however they may both, by the Connivance of the Higher Powers, or any other way, escape the Punishment due to them for the Breach of the Laws of their Country; for, however they may both, by the Connivance of the Higher Powers, or any other Way, escape the Punishment due to them for the Breach of the Laws of their Country; p-acp, c-acp pns32 vmb av-d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jc n2, cc d j-jn n1, vvb dt n1 j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 28
272 yet there is a Court of Conscience in each of their Breasts, that will not acquit them here, yet there is a Court of Conscience in each of their Breasts, that will not acquit them Here, av a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, cst vmb xx vvi pno32 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 28
273 and a Sentence to be awarded them by the highest Tribunal hereafter. and a Sentence to be awarded them by the highest Tribunal hereafter. cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pno32 p-acp dt js n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 28
274 If they did it with Reason, Then it must be presum'd 'twas for the same that made Moses counive at some Irregularities in the Jews; viz. the Hardness of their Hearts, in hopes to bring them, by this Means, at length, to an entire Conformity. If they did it with Reason, Then it must be presumed 'twas for the same that made Moses counive At Some Irregularities in the jews; viz. the Hardness of their Hearts, in hope's to bring them, by this Means, At length, to an entire Conformity. cs pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp n1, cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn31|vbds p-acp dt d cst vvd np1 vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp dt np2; n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp d n2, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 28
275 For, to that deplorable Condition are we arriv'd, through a complicated Degeneracy of Principles and Manners, peculiar to this Age, that unless a Clergy-man will now and then submit to undue Compliances of this nature, some proud, peevish Persons there are, who shall make it their whole Study and Endeavour (by spreading about malicious Innuendo's, and palpable Ʋntruths, with other indirect Methods) to render his Preaching, Prayers, Administration of the other Sacrament, his whole Ministry ineffectual. For, to that deplorable Condition Are we arrived, through a complicated Degeneracy of Principles and Manners, peculiar to this Age, that unless a Clergyman will now and then submit to undue Compliances of this nature, Some proud, peevish Persons there Are, who shall make it their Whole Study and Endeavour (by spreading about malicious Innuendo's, and palpable Ʋntruths, with other indirect Methods) to render his Preaching, Prayers, Administration of the other Sacrament, his Whole Ministry ineffectual. p-acp, p-acp cst j n1 vbr pns12 vvn, p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, j p-acp d n1, cst cs dt n1 vmb av cc av vvb p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, d j, j n2 pc-acp vbr, r-crq vmb vvi pn31 po32 j-jn n1 cc n1 (p-acp vvg p-acp j npg1, cc j n2, p-acp j-jn j n2) pc-acp vvi po31 vvg, n2, n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, po31 j-jn n1 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 28
276 But, God be thanked, this is but the Case of a few; But, God be thanked, this is but the Case of a few; p-acp, np1 vbb vvn, d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 28
277 the rest of the Laity generally standing out upon no other Ground, than the Strength of that bad Custom to the contrary, which many wish heartily were broke, the rest of the Laity generally standing out upon no other Ground, than the Strength of that bad Custom to the contrary, which many wish heartily were broke, dt n1 pp-f dt np1 av-j vvg av p-acp dx j-jn n1, cs dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq d vvb av-j vbdr vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 28
278 but only are shy, each of them, of first attempting it. but only Are shy, each of them, of First attempting it. cc-acp av-j vbr j, d pp-f pno32, pp-f ord vvg pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 28
279 Far be it therefore from me, to apply to the Present State of our Church, with relation to this Affair, what was said, by one of the Councils last mention'd, of the Clergy and Laity in the Diocess of Cologne, where Private Baptism began to make Head: far be it Therefore from me, to apply to the Present State of our Church, with Relation to this Affair, what was said, by one of the Councils last mentioned, of the Clergy and Laity in the Diocese of Cologne, where Private Baptism began to make Head: av-j vbi pn31 av p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbds vvn, p-acp crd pp-f dt n2 ord vvn, pp-f dt n1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq j n1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
280 Detestanda est non minus Laicorum superbia, quam Pastorum eis obsequentium adulatio, qui contemptâ Ecclesiâ proles suas volunt in domibus suis baptizari, & eo Baptismi aquam deferri. Detestanda est non minus Laicorum superbia, quam Pastorum eis obsequentium adulatio, qui contemptâ Ecclesiâ proles suas volunt in domibus suis Baptizari, & eo Baptism aquam deferri. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la np1 fw-la j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
281 No, it is not owing to the base Easiness of our Clergy, in making Concessions of this nature; No, it is not owing to the base Easiness of our Clergy, in making Concessions of this nature; uh-dx, pn31 vbz xx vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvg n2 pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
282 nor to the Pride of most of our Laity, (though some must be thought to make it a Piece of State ) that they have had a long while, nor to the Pride of most of our Laity, (though Some must be Thought to make it a Piece of State) that they have had a long while, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f ds pp-f po12 np1, (cs d vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1) cst pns32 vhb vhn dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
283 and still have in too many places, their Children generally Christn'd at Home, but to the great difficulty of breaking a Custom; which, and still have in too many places, their Children generally Christened At Home, but to the great difficulty of breaking a Custom; which, cc av vhb p-acp av d n2, po32 n2 av-j vvn p-acp n1-an, p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1; r-crq, (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
284 as it began in a very ill Time, and has more unhappily prevail'd ever since; as it began in a very ill Time, and has more unhappily prevailed ever since; c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt av j-jn n1, cc vhz dc av-j vvn av a-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
285 so it will be most dismal in its Consequences, if the Observation of a great Doctor in our Church holds good, That there is not a more ready way to root out Christianity it self among us, so it will be most dismal in its Consequences, if the Observation of a great Doctor in our Church holds good, That there is not a more ready Way to root out Christianity it self among us, av pn31 vmb vbi av-ds j p-acp po31 n2, cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1 vvz j, cst a-acp vbz xx dt av-dc j n1 pc-acp vvi av np1 pn31 n1 p-acp pno12, (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
286 than (thus) to destroy the Solemnities of God's Worship. than (thus) to destroy the Solemnities of God's Worship. cs (av) pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 29
287 However therefore some Men, when press'd with Arguments of this kind from the Pulpit, or otherwise, are apt to stifle or shuffle them off, with crying out in general of a Ho-Life, a Holy Life, as the only Stable Support of Christianity. However Therefore Some Men, when pressed with Arguments of this kind from the Pulpit, or otherwise, Are apt to stifle or shuffle them off, with crying out in general of a Ho-Life, a Holy Life, as the only Stable Support of Christianity. c-acp av d n2, c-crq vvn p-acp n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av, vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp, p-acp vvg av p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1, p-acp dt j j vvb pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 29
288 Sure I am (though what they say is true) yet they are never like to be any great Pillars of it, who are deaf to all Informations about, Sure I am (though what they say is true) yet they Are never like to be any great Pillars of it, who Are deaf to all Informations about, j pns11 vbm (c-acp r-crq pns32 vvb vbz j) av pns32 vbr av-x av-j pc-acp vbi d j n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbr j p-acp d n2 a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 29
289 and consequently neglect all the Means of Practice, amongst which, a due Administration of God's Holy Sacraments has still been reckon'd none of the least. and consequently neglect all the Means of Practice, among which, a due Administration of God's Holy Sacraments has still been reckoned none of the least. cc av-j vvi d dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq, dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 j n2 vhz av vbn vvn pix pp-f dt ds. (6) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 29
290 The Application from all, what has been said, is this, in short; The Application from all, what has been said, is this, in short; dt n1 p-acp d, r-crq vhz vbn vvn, vbz d, p-acp j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 29
291 That since there is no Shadow of Reason for Private Baptism, and no Bar against bringing this Ancient, this Catholick, this Religious, this almost necessary Practice of Baptizing in Publick, into a greater Esteem amongst us, That since there is no Shadow of Reason for Private Baptism, and no Bar against bringing this Ancient, this Catholic, this Religious, this almost necessary Practice of Baptizing in Public, into a greater Esteem among us, cst c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1, cc dx n1 p-acp vvg d j, d njp, d j, d av j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp j, p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp pno12, (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 29
292 than the pitiful Plea of a prevailing Custom to the contrary, which might be easily overthrown by the Encouragement, and especially the Example of Rich Men; whom their Meaner Neighbours would as readily follow in • … ous Ʋsages, as in Civil Fashions. I say, than the pitiful Plea of a prevailing Custom to the contrary, which might be Easily overthrown by the Encouragement, and especially the Exampl of Rich Men; whom their Meaner Neighbours would as readily follow in • … ous Ʋsages, as in Civil Fashions. I say, cs dt j n1 pp-f dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f j n2; r-crq po32 jc n2 vmd p-acp av-j vvi p-acp • … j n2, a-acp p-acp j n2. pns11 vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 29
293 since there is no other Bar against Publick Baptism, but this pitiful Plea, it may be worth while for all Persons of Character and Station to consider, since there is no other Bar against Public Baptism, but this pitiful Plea, it may be worth while for all Persons of Character and Station to Consider, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp d j n1, pn31 vmb vbi j cs p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 30
294 whether, as God has bestow'd on them more distinguishing Marks of his Favour, than on others round about them, they ought not (were it only by way of Gratitude) to signalize themselves more especially, whither, as God has bestowed on them more distinguishing Marks of his Favour, than on Others round about them, they ought not (were it only by Way of Gratitude) to signalise themselves more especially, cs, c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 av-dc vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1, cs p-acp n2-jn j p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd xx (vbdr pn31 j p-acp n1 pp-f n1) p-acp vvi px32 av-dc av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 30
295 and become forwarder Instances in promoting his Glory all the ways imaginable: and become forwarder Instances in promoting his Glory all the ways imaginable: cc vvi jc n2 p-acp j-vvg po31 n1 d dt n2 j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 30
296 A fair Opportunity of doing which, in no small measure, they have in the Matter before us, which tends so much, A fair Opportunity of doing which, in no small measure, they have in the Matter before us, which tends so much, dt j n1 pp-f vdg r-crq, p-acp dx j n1, pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvz av av-d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 30
297 as we have seen, to the Good of his Church, in the Edification of particular Christians, and (which is little thought on) the Welfare of their own Souls too. as we have seen, to the Good of his Church, in the Edification of particular Christians, and (which is little Thought on) the Welfare of their own Souls too. c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, cc (r-crq vbz av-j vvn a-acp) dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 30
298 For, Whereas they beseech God every Lord's-Day, and Holy-Day, that he would give his Grace to all Bishops and Curates, that they Rightly and Duly Administer his Holy Sacraments; if in this, For, Whereas they beseech God every Lord's day, and Holy-Day, that he would give his Grace to all Bishops and Curates, that they Rightly and Duly Administer his Holy Sacraments; if in this, p-acp, cs pns32 vvb np1 d n1, cc n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d ng1 cc n2, cst pns32 av-jn cc av-jn vvb po31 j n2; cs p-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 30
299 as well as other Petitions, their Hearts go along with their Lips, and their Endeavours with both; as well as other Petitions, their Hearts go along with their Lips, and their Endeavours with both; c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2, po32 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 30
300 if they do not frustrate this his Grace here, by discouraging his Ministers in a faithful Discharge of their Office, they may then expect to be at length Partakers with him in Everlasting Glory hereafter. if they do not frustrate this his Grace Here, by discouraging his Ministers in a faithful Discharge of their Office, they may then expect to be At length Partakers with him in Everlasting Glory hereafter. cs pns32 vdb xx vvi d po31 vvb av, p-acp vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 30
301 Now, Consider we, what has been said, and God Almighty give every one of us a right Judgment in this Particular, as wellas in all other Matters; Now, Consider we, what has been said, and God Almighty give every one of us a right Judgement in this Particular, as wellas in all other Matters; av, vvb pns12, r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc np1 j-jn vvb d crd pp-f pno12 dt j-jn n1 p-acp d j, p-acp n2 p-acp d j-jn n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 30
302 That, as he hath left in his Church but two Sacraments, as Outward and Visible Signs of his Inward and Spiritual Grace, we may none of us, in the great Day of Visitation, be found among those, who have either scandalously neglected the one, That, as he hath left in his Church but two Sacraments, as Outward and Visible Signs of his Inward and Spiritual Grace, we may none of us, in the great Day of Visitation, be found among those, who have either scandalously neglected the one, cst, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp crd n2, p-acp j cc j n2 pp-f po31 j cc j n1, pns12 vmb pix pp-f pno12, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbb vvn p-acp d, r-crq vhb d av-j j-vvn dt crd, (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 30
303 or huddl'd up the other in a Corner. or huddled up the other in a Corner. cc vvn a-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 30
304 Now, to the Individual and Ever-blessed Trinity, Three Persons, but One Glorious, Almighty Lord God, be ascribed, Now, to the Individu and Ever-blessed Trinity, Three Persons, but One Glorious, Almighty Lord God, be ascribed, av, p-acp dt j-jn cc j np1, crd n2, cc-acp crd j, j-jn n1 np1, vbb vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 30
305 as is most due, by us, and his People every where, all possible Adoration, Honour and Glory, As it was in the Beginning, is now, as is most due, by us, and his People every where, all possible Adoration, Honour and Glory, As it was in the Beginning, is now, c-acp vbz av-ds j-jn, p-acp pno12, cc po31 n1 d q-crq, d j n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, vbz av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 30
306 and ever shall be, World without End. Amen. FINIS. and ever shall be, World without End. Amen. FINIS. cc av vmb vbi, n1 p-acp n1 uh-n. fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 30

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97 0 Rubr. 1. before the Office for Publick Baptism. Rubr. 2. before the Office for Private Baptism. Rubric 1. before the Office for Public Baptism. Rubric 2. before the Office for Private Baptism. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1.
102 0 Can. & Const. Eccles. Can. 81. Can. & Constantinople Eccles. Can. 81. vmb. cc np1 np1 vmb. crd
29 0 S. Joh. 3.23. S. John 3.23. n1 np1 crd.
30 0 Acts 8.38. Acts 8.38. n2 crd.
59 0 Acts. 6.3. Chap. 13.3. Acts. 6.3. Chap. 13.3. n2 crd. np1 crd.
66 0 2 Chron. 2.6. 2 Chronicles 2.6. crd np1 crd.
80 0 Inter Judaeos Discipuli facti sunt ii, non qui jam docti sunt, sed ideo Discipuli facti sunt, ut doceantur. Lightfoot: Hor. Heb. ad locum. Inter Judeans disciples facti sunt ii, non qui jam Learned sunt, sed ideo disciples facti sunt, ut doceantur. Lightfoot: Hor. Hebrew ad locum. vvi npg1 fw-la fw-la fw-la crd, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. np1: np1 np1 fw-la fw-la.
81 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
87 0 V. Grot. sup. loc. V. Grot. sup. loc. np1 np1 vvb. fw-la.
109 0 Dr. Cave in his Prim. Christ. part 1. c. 10. Dr. Cave in his Prim. christ. part 1. c. 10. n1 n1 p-acp po31 np1 np1. n1 crd sy. crd
109 1 Ap. 2. p. 93. Apostle 2. p. 93. np1 crd n1 crd
110 0 De Bap. adv. Quintill. cap 4. De Baptism Advantage. Quintill. cap 4. fw-fr np1 fw-la. np1. n1 crd
114 0 3 Cor. 14.40. 3 Cor. 14.40. crd np1 crd.
116 0 Hor. Confess. varias Aug. Sc. Helv. Basil. Bohem. Belg. Sax. &c. Hor. Confess. Various Aug. Sc. Helv Basil. Bohemia Belgium Sax. etc. np1 vvb. fw-la np1 np1 np1 np1 np1 np1 np1 av
118 0 1 Cor. 11.34. 1 Cor. 11.34. crd np1 crd.
118 1 Art. 20. Art. 20. n1 crd
131 0 1 Cor. 11.22. 1 Cor. 11.22. vvd np1 crd.
138 0 Can. 81. Can. 81. vmb. crd
139 0 Rubrick 1st. of that Office. Rubric 1st. of that Office. n1 ord. pp-f d n1.
140 0 Rubrick 2d. Rubric 2d. n1 crd.
147 0 Rubrick 5th. in the Office for Private Bapt. Rubric 5th. in the Office for Private Bapt n1 ord. p-acp dt n1 p-acp j np1
153 0 Mr. Arwaker 's Ministration of Publick Baptism of Infants to be used in the Ch. Mr. Arwaker is Ministration of Public Baptism of Infants to be used in the Christ n1 n1 vbz n1 pp-f j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np1
154 0 Pag. 29, &c. Page 29, etc. np1 crd, av
154 1 Ivo Carnotens. Serm. de Sacrament. Dedicat. Ivo Carnotens. Sermon de Sacrament. Dedicate np1 fw-la. np1 fw-fr n1. np1
159 0 1 Sam. 1.24. 1 Sam. 1.24. vvn np1 crd.
160 0 Pag. 31, Page 31, np1 crd,
166 0 Vid. Bals. & Zon. (apud Beveregium, Tom. 1. p. 191.) ad Can. 31. Concil. 6. in Trullo. St. Matth. 18.20. Vid. Balls. & Zon. (apud Beveregium, Tom. 1. p. 191.) and Can. 31. Council. 6. in Trullo. Saint Matthew 18.20. np1 n2. cc np1. (fw-la np1, np1 crd n1 crd) cc vmb. crd n1. crd p-acp np1. n1 np1 crd.
176 0 De Rit. Eccl. Cath. Lib. 19. cap. 1. De Rit. Ecclesiastes Catholic Lib. 19. cap. 1. fw-fr fw-fr. np1 np1 np1 crd n1. crd
181 0 Chap. 7. Chap. 7. np1 crd
182 0 Vid. Rituale jussu Pauli 5. Colon. Edit. Vid. Ritual jussu Pauli 5. Colon. Edit. np1 np1 fw-fr np1 crd np1. n1.
184 0 Il est a noter qu'un doit apporter les Enfans, pour baptizer; ou le Dimanche, ou les autres jours au Sermon: a fin que comme le Baptesme est une reception solennelle en Eglise il se fasse en la presence de l' Assemble; v. La Forme d' Administrer le Baptesme. Il est a noter qu'un doit apporter les Enfans, pour baptizer; ou le Dimanche, ou les autres jours au Sermon: a fin que comme le Baptesme est une reception solennelle en Eglise il se fasse en la presence de l' Assemble; v. La Form d' Administer le Baptesme. fw-fr fw-fr dt n1 fw-fr fw-fr n1 fw-fr fw-fr, fw-fr n1; fw-fr fw-fr np1, fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr n1: dt n1 fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr n1 fw-it fw-fr fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr n1 fw-fr fw-fr vvb; n1 fw-fr n1 fw-fr vvb fw-fr fw-fr.
189 0 In the Chap. Entituled, Of Baptism, p. 19. In the Chap. Entitled, Of Baptism, p. 19. p-acp dt np1 vvn, pp-f n1, n1 crd
190 0 See the Preface to the Directory for the Publick Worship of God throughout England, Scotland and Ireland. Minist. of Pub. Bap. p. 43. See the Preface to the Directory for the Public Worship of God throughout England, Scotland and Ireland. Ministry. of Pub. Baptism p. 43. vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, np1 cc np1. np1. pp-f np1 np1 n1 crd
198 0 Pro caeteris notetur praecipuè Can. 59. antiq. illius Conc. Constant. 3. sic Stat. NONLATINALPHABET. Pro caeteris notetur praecipuè Can. 59. Antique. Illius Conc Constant. 3. sic Stat.. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr vmb. crd fw-fr. fw-la np1 np1 crd fw-la np1.
198 1 Pag. 11. from Cave 's Primitive Christianity, Part 1. Chap. 10. Pag. 311. Page 11. from Cave is Primitive Christianity, Part 1. Chap. 10. Page 311. np1 crd p-acp n1 vbz j np1, vvb crd np1 crd np1 crd
203 0 Id. Ibid. p 312. Id. Ibid p 312. np1 np1 zz crd
207 0 De Catechumenis Baptizandis id statutum est, ut in Paschae vel Pentecostes solennitate, quanto majoris celebritatis major est celebritas, tanto magis ad Baptizandum veniant. Conc. Gerund. Can. 3. De Catechumenis Baptizandis id Statutum est, ut in Passover vel Pentecost solennitate, quanto majoris celebritatis Major est celebritas, tanto magis ad Baptizandum veniant. Conc Gerund. Can. 3. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-es fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1. vmb. crd
209 0 Qui enim in difcrimen naufragii, hostilitatis incursum, obsidionis ambguum, & cujuslibet corporalis aegritudinis desperationem inciderint, & sibi unico credulitatis auxilio poposcerint subveniri, eodem, quo poscunt, momento temporis, expetitae regenerationis praemia consequuntur. Siricius Papa ad Himerium Tarraconensem. Qui enim in difcrimen naufragii, hostilitatis incursum, obsidionis ambguum, & cujuslibet Corporeal aegritudinis desperationem inciderint, & sibi Unique credulitatis Auxilio poposcerint subveniri, Eodem, quo poscunt, momento Temporis, expetitae regenerationis praemia consequuntur. Siricius Papa and Himerium Tarraconensem. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 cc np1 np1.
222 0 Concil. Gerund. bab. Conc. Anno. 517. Council. Gerund. bab. Conc Anno 517. n1. np1. n1. np1 np1 crd
227 0 Rubr. 1. in the Office for Publick Baptism. Rubric 1. in the Office for Public Baptism. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1.
237 0 Psal. 116.13. Psalm 116.13. np1 crd.
252 0 Rubr. 5th. in that Office. Rubric 5th. in that Office. np1 ord. p-acp d n1.
266 0 Conc. Colon. Decr. 15. Conc. Mogunt. Can. XVI. Conc. Mediol. 5tum. cap. Quae ad Baptismum pertinent. Conc Colon. Decr 15. Conc Mogunt. Can. XVI. Conc Mediol. 5tum. cap. Quae ad Baptism pertinent. np1 np1. np1 crd np1 np1. vmb. np1. np1 np1. n1. n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la j.
279 0 Conc. Colon. Anno 1549. V. Inter Censuras & decreta tata pro abusuum & vitiorum ad Synodi judicium perlatorum emendatione, Decr. 15. Conc Colon. Anno 1549. V. Inter Censuras & decreta Tata Pro abusuum & Vitiorum ad Synodi judicium perlatorum emendatione, Decr 15. np1 np1. fw-la crd np1 fw-la np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 crd
282 0 Private Baptism &c. is since become a Mark of Vanity, and a piece of Affected State. Burnet 's Hist. Reform Abridged, Lib. 2. pag. 63. Private Baptism etc. is since become a Mark of Vanity, and a piece of Affected State. Burnet is Hist. Reform Abridged, Lib. 2. page. 63. j n1 av vbz a-acp vvn dt vvb pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvd n1. np1 vbz np1 vvi vvn, np1 crd n1. crd
285 0 Dr. Sherlock 's Relig. Assemb. Part 2. ch. 4. pag. 293. Dr. Sherlock is Relig Assembly. Part 2. changed. 4. page. 293. n1 np1 vbz np1 vvi. n1 crd n2. crd n1. crd
298 0 See the Prayer for Christ's Church Militant, in the Communion-Service. See the Prayer for Christ's Church Militant, in the Communion service. vvb dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 j, p-acp dt n1.
302 0 Church-Catechism. Church-Catechism. n1.