Of sincerity and constancy in the faith and profession of the true religion, in several sermons by the Most Reverend Dr. John Tillotson ... ; published from the originals, by Ralph Barker. ...

Barker, Ralph, 1648-1708
Tillotson, John, 1630-1694
Publisher: Printed for Ri Chiswell
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1695
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A62570 ESTC ID: R17209 STC ID: T1204
Subject Headings: Faith; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preached at KINGSTON, July 29. 1694. The last his GRACE Preached. A SERMON Preached At KINGSTON, July 29. 1694. The last his GRACE Preached. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt ord po31 n1 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 8
1 JOHN I. 47. Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile. JOHN I. 47. jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and Says of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile. np1 np1 crd np1 vvd np1 vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvz pp-f pno31, vvb dt np1 av, p-acp ro-crq vbz dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 8
2 WHO this Nathanael was, upon whom our Saviour bestows this extraordinary Character, doth not certainly appear, his Name being but once more mention'd in the whole History of the Gospel: WHO this Nathanael was, upon whom our Saviour bestows this extraordinary Character, does not Certainly appear, his Name being but once more mentioned in the Whole History of the Gospel: q-crq d np1 vbds, p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 vvz d j n1, vdz xx av-j vvi, po31 n1 vbg p-acp a-acp av-dc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 8
3 For certain, he was a good Man, who deserved this extraordinary Commendation; For certain, he was a good Man, who deserved this extraordinary Commendation; c-acp j, pns31 vbds dt j n1, r-crq vvd d j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 8
4 and none but our Saviour, who knew what was in Man, and needed not that any should tell him, could have given it, especially of one, whom he had never seen before that time; and none but our Saviour, who knew what was in Man, and needed not that any should tell him, could have given it, especially of one, whom he had never seen before that time; cc pix cc-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvd r-crq vbds p-acp n1, cc vvd xx d d vmd vvi pno31, vmd vhi vvn pn31, av-j pp-f crd, ro-crq pns31 vhd av-x vvn p-acp d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 8
5 for when Jesus saw him coming to him, he saith of him Behold an Israelite indeed. for when jesus saw him coming to him, he Says of him Behold an Israelite indeed. p-acp c-crq np1 vvd pno31 vvg p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pp-f pno31 vvb dt np1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 8
6 The whole Nation of the Jews were Israelites, by Natural Descent, being the Seed of Jacob, or Israel; but in a special, The Whole nation of the jews were Israelites, by Natural Descent, being the Seed of Jacob, or Israel; but in a special, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np2 vbdr np2, p-acp j n1, vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1; cc-acp p-acp dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
7 and more excellent sense, none are esteemed the true Posterity of Israel, but those, who resembled this Father of their Nation, in true Piety, and Goodness; and more excellent sense, none Are esteemed the true Posterity of Israel, but those, who resembled this Father of their nation, in true Piety, and goodness; cc av-dc j n1, pix vbr vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d, r-crq vvd d n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp j n1, cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
8 for (as the Apostle reasons) they are not all Israel, who are of Israel; they only are Israelites indeed, who resemble good Old Jacob, in the sincerity of his Piety, for (as the Apostle Reasons) they Are not all Israel, who Are of Israel; they only Are Israelites indeed, who resemble good Old Jacob, in the sincerity of his Piety, c-acp (c-acp dt n1 n2) pns32 vbr xx d np1, r-crq vbr pp-f np1; pns32 av-j vbr np1 av, r-crq vvb j j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
9 and the simplicity of his Temper, and Disposition; and the simplicity of his Temper, and Disposition; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi, cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
10 for our Saviour seems here to allude to that Character which is given of Jacob (Gen. 25. 27.) That he was a plain Man, for our Saviour seems Here to allude to that Character which is given of Jacob (Gen. 25. 27.) That he was a plain Man, p-acp po12 n1 vvz av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 (np1 crd crd) cst pns31 vbds dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
11 or as the Hebrew word signifies, a perfect and sincere Man, in opposition to his Brother Esau, who is said to be cunning; so that to be an Israelite indeed, is to be a downright honest Man, without fraud, or as the Hebrew word signifies, a perfect and sincere Man, in opposition to his Brother Esau, who is said to be cunning; so that to be an Israelite indeed, is to be a downright honest Man, without fraud, cc p-acp dt njp n1 vvz, dt j cc j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn; av cst pc-acp vbi dt np1 av, vbz pc-acp vbi dt j j n1, p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
12 and guile, without any arts of hypocrisie and deceit. and guile, without any arts of hypocrisy and deceit. cc n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 8
13 In speaking of this vertue of Sincerity, which is the highest Character and Commendation of a good Man, I shall consider it, In speaking of this virtue of Sincerity, which is the highest Character and Commendation of a good Man, I shall Consider it, p-acp vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 8
14 as it respects God, and Man. As it respects God, so it imports the truth and sincerity of our Piety and Devotion towards him. as it respects God, and Man. As it respects God, so it imports the truth and sincerity of our Piety and Devotion towards him. c-acp pn31 vvz np1, cc n1 p-acp pn31 vvz np1, av pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 8
15 As it regards Men, so it signifies a simplicity of Mind and Manners, in our Carriage and Conversation, one towards another; As it regards Men, so it signifies a simplicity of Mind and Manners, in our Carriage and Conversation, one towards Another; p-acp pn31 vvz n2, av pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, pi p-acp n-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 8
16 both these are included, and very probably were intended, in the Character which our Saviour here gives of Nathanael. I. both these Are included, and very probably were intended, in the Character which our Saviour Here gives of Nathanael. I. d d vbr vvd, cc av av-j vbdr vvn, p-acp dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 av vvz pp-f np1. pns11. (6) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 8
17 I shall consider this Grace, or Vertue of sincerity, as it respects God; I shall Consider this Grace, or Virtue of sincerity, as it respects God; pns11 vmb vvi d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
18 and so it imports the truth and sincerity of our Piety toward him, that we heartily believe, and so it imports the truth and sincerity of our Piety towards him, that we heartily believe, cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns12 av-j vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
19 and fear, and honour him, and that the outward expressions of our Piety and Obedience to him, are the genuine issue of our inward apprehensions of him, and affections towards him; and Fear, and honour him, and that the outward expressions of our Piety and obedience to him, Are the genuine issue of our inward apprehensions of him, and affections towards him; cc n1, cc vvi pno31, cc cst dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, vbr dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n2 pp-f pno31, cc n2 p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
20 and this no doubt our Saviour intended in the first place in the Character of this good Man, that he was a Man of a real and substantial and unaffected Piety, and this no doubt our Saviour intended in the First place in the Character of this good Man, that he was a Man of a real and substantial and unaffected Piety, cc d dx n1 po12 n1 vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
21 and in truth, what he appeared to be; and in truth, what he appeared to be; cc p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
22 that he did sincerely love God, and his Truth, and was ready to embrace it, whenever it was fairly proposed to him, that he did sincerely love God, and his Truth, and was ready to embrace it, whenever it was fairly proposed to him, cst pns31 vdd av-j vvi np1, cc po31 n1, cc vbds j pc-acp vvi pn31, av pn31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
23 as did plainly appear in his Carriage towards our Saviour; as did plainly appear in his Carriage towards our Saviour; c-acp vdd av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
24 for when Philip invited him to come and see him, he did not conceal the prejudice and objection he had against him, grounded upon a common, for when Philip invited him to come and see him, he did not conceal the prejudice and objection he had against him, grounded upon a Common, p-acp c-crq vvi vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pns31 vhd p-acp pno31, vvn p-acp dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
25 but uncharitable Proverb, That out of Nazareth ariseth no Prophet, but having an honest and sincere mind, he was not so carried away by a popular prejudice, but uncharitable Proverb, That out of Nazareth arises no Prophet, but having an honest and sincere mind, he was not so carried away by a popular prejudice, cc-acp j n1, cst av pp-f np1 vvz dx n1, p-acp vhg dt j cc j n1, pns31 vbds xx av vvn av p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
26 as not to have patience to be better informed, and therefore was easily perswaded to go and see our Saviour, as not to have patience to be better informed, and Therefore was Easily persuaded to go and see our Saviour, c-acp xx pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vbi av-jc vvn, cc av vbds av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
27 and to discourse with him himself, and being satisfied that he was the Messias, he presently owns him for such, calling him the Son of God, and to discourse with him himself, and being satisfied that he was the Messias, he presently owns him for such, calling him the Son of God, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 px31, cc vbg vvn cst pns31 vbds dt np1, pns31 av-j vvz pno31 p-acp d, vvg pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
28 and the King of Israel; and because sincerity is the very heart and substance of Religion, it concerns us not only to endeavour after this temper and disposition, and the King of Israel; and Because sincerity is the very heart and substance of Religion, it concerns us not only to endeavour After this temper and disposition, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; cc c-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz pno12 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
29 but to enquire into the nature and properties of it, that we may know when we have it, but to inquire into the nature and properties of it, that we may know when we have it, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vhb pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
30 and may have the comfort of it. and may have the Comfort of it. cc vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
31 I shall mention five or six Properties of a sincere Piety, by which Men may sufficiently know the integrity of their hearts towards God. I shall mention five or six Properties of a sincere Piety, by which Men may sufficiently know the integrity of their hearts towards God. pns11 vmb vvi crd cc crd n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 8
32 1. Our Piety is then sincere when the chief reasons and predominant motives of it are Religious; 1. Our Piety is then sincere when the chief Reasons and predominant motives of it Are Religious; crd po12 n1 vbz av j c-crq dt j-jn n2 cc j n2 pp-f pn31 vbr j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
33 and I call that a Religious or rational motive, which regards God, and another World, in opposition to Men, and I call that a Religious or rational motive, which regards God, and Another World, in opposition to Men, cc pns11 vvb cst dt j cc j n1, r-crq vvz np1, cc j-jn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
34 and to our present temporal Advantages; and to our present temporal Advantages; cc p-acp po12 j j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
35 when the principal and swaying motives of our Piety, are a sense of God's Authority over us, when the principal and swaying motives of our Piety, Are a sense of God's authority over us, c-crq dt j-jn cc vvg n2 pp-f po12 n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
36 and of our Duty and Obligation to him; and of our Duty and Obligation to him; cc pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
37 a fear of his Displeasure and Threatnings, and the hopes of the Glorious Reward which he hath promised to Obedience; a Fear of his Displeasure and Threatenings, and the hope's of the Glorious Reward which he hath promised to obedience; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2-vvg, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
38 these motives are properly Religious, because they respect God, and are the Arguments to Obedience, which he himself offers to us, to perswade us to our Duty; these motives Are properly Religious, Because they respect God, and Are the Arguments to obedience, which he himself offers to us, to persuade us to our Duty; d n2 vbr av-j j, c-acp pns32 vvb np1, cc vbr dt n2 p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 px31 vvz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
39 and that is a sincere Piety, which is wrought in us by these Considerations, how unequally soever mixed; and that is a sincere Piety, which is wrought in us by these Considerations, how unequally soever mixed; cc d vbz dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2, c-crq av-j av vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
40 for even in the most of Men Fear does many times prevail more than Love, for even in the most of Men fear does many times prevail more than Love, c-acp av p-acp dt ds pp-f n2 vvb vdz d n2 vvi dc cs n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
41 and in case of great temptation, may preserve Men from sin, when perhaps no other consideration will do it. and in case of great temptation, may preserve Men from since, when perhaps no other consideration will do it. cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, vmb vvi n2 p-acp n1, c-crq av dx j-jn n1 vmb vdi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
42 On the contrary, that is an unsincere Piety, to which we are moved, meerly by the regard of Men, On the contrary, that is an unsincere Piety, to which we Are moved, merely by the regard of Men, p-acp dt n-jn, cst vbz dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
43 and the consideration of some temporal Advantages; and the consideration of Some temporal Advantages; cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
44 and when these have the chief influence upon us, it is easie for any Man to discern in himself; and when these have the chief influence upon us, it is easy for any Man to discern in himself; cc c-crq d vhb dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
45 for he that will carefully observe himself, can hardly be ignorant of the true spring and motive of his own actions; for he that will carefully observe himself, can hardly be ignorant of the true spring and motive of his own actions; c-acp pns31 cst vmb av-j vvi px31, vmb av vbi j pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
46 but there is one sign, whereby a Man may certainly know that his heart is not right towards God, but there is one Signen, whereby a Man may Certainly know that his heart is not right towards God, cc-acp pc-acp vbz crd n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb av-j vvi cst po31 n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
47 and that is, if when these motives are absent, our Piety and Zeal for the true Religion doth either cease, and that is, if when these motives Are absent, our Piety and Zeal for the true Religion does either cease, cc d vbz, cs c-crq d n2 vbr j, po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 vdz d vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
48 or be sensibly cooled and abated, as if Impiety, or Popery, or any thing else that is bad, begin to be in fashion, or be sensibly cooled and abated, as if Impiety, or Popery, or any thing Else that is bad, begin to be in fashion, cc vbi av-j vvn cc vvn, c-acp cs n1, cc n1, cc d n1 av cst vbz j, vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
49 and to have the Countenance of great Examples; and to have the Countenance of great Examples; cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
50 if those whom we fear, and upon whom we depend, do discover any inclination that way, if those whom we Fear, and upon whom we depend, do discover any inclination that Way, cs d r-crq pns12 vvb, cc p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb, vdb vvi d n1 cst n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
51 if the garb of Religion cease to be for our interest, or in the revolution of things, happen to be contrary to it; if the garb of Religion cease to be for our Interest, or in the revolution of things, happen to be contrary to it; cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
52 if in any of these cases, we let fall the profession of our Religion, or neglect the practice of it, this is a plain, if in any of these cases, we let fallen the profession of our Religion, or neglect the practice of it, this is a plain, cs p-acp d pp-f d n2, pns12 vvb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, d vbz dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
53 and undeniable demonstration of the insincerity of our former Piety. and undeniable demonstration of the insincerity of our former Piety. cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 8
54 2. A sincere Piety must be rooted in the heart, and be a living principle within us; 2. A sincere Piety must be rooted in the heart, and be a living principle within us; crd dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbb dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 8
55 for as the Apostle reasons in another case, he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, but he who is one inwardly, and in the heart; for as the Apostle Reasons in Another case, he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, but he who is one inwardly, and in the heart; c-acp c-acp dt n1 n2 p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vbz xx dt np1 r-crq vbz pi av-j, cc-acp pns31 r-crq vbz crd av-j, cc p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 8
56 and without this all outward acts of Piety and Devotion, are hypocrisie, a picture of Religion and a form of Godliness, without the life and power of it. and without this all outward acts of Piety and Devotion, Are hypocrisy, a picture of Religion and a from of Godliness, without the life and power of it. cc p-acp d d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 8
57 3. A Third Evidence of a sincere Piety is, when Men are Religious in private and in secret, 3. A Third Evidence of a sincere Piety is, when Men Are Religious in private and in secret, crd dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz, c-crq n2 vbr j p-acp j cc p-acp j-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
58 as well as in publick and in the open view of Men; as well as in public and in the open view of Men; c-acp av c-acp p-acp j cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
59 he is truly devout, who is so in his Family, and in his Closet, where he hath no Witness, he is truly devout, who is so in his Family, and in his Closet, where he hath no Witness, pns31 vbz av-j j, r-crq vbz av p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dx n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
60 but God, and his own Soul, as well as in the Church; but God, and his own Soul, as well as in the Church; cc-acp np1, cc po31 d n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
61 he is a downright honest Man, who will make good his Word, and perform his Promise (when no proof can be made of it, he is a downright honest Man, who will make good his Word, and perform his Promise (when no proof can be made of it, pns31 vbz dt j j n1, r-crq vmb vvi j po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1 (c-crq dx n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
62 and no Law compel him to it) as readily as if there had been an hundred Witnesses of it; and no Law compel him to it) as readily as if there had been an hundred Witnesses of it; cc dx n1 vvi pno31 p-acp pn31) c-acp av-j c-acp cs pc-acp vhd vbn dt crd n2 pp-f pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
63 he is sincerely just, who will not detain from another his right, though he be ignorant of it, he is sincerely just, who will not detain from Another his right, though he be ignorant of it, pns31 vbz av-j j, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp j-jn po31 j-jn, cs pns31 vbb j pp-f pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
64 nor wrong any Man, tho' he could do it with all the secresie and safety in the World; nor wrong any Man, though he could do it with all the secrecy and safety in the World; ccx vvi d n1, cs pns31 vmd vdi pn31 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
65 who will not impose upon anothers ignorance or unskilfulness, tho never so much to his own benefit and advantage; who will not impose upon another's ignorance or unskilfulness, though never so much to his own benefit and advantage; r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp ng1-jn n1 cc n1, cs av-x av av-d p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
66 he is truly Charitable, who would not only as soon, but rather sooner give his Alms in secret, he is truly Charitable, who would not only as soon, but rather sooner give his Alms in secret, pns31 vbz av-j j, r-crq vmd xx av-j c-acp av, cc-acp av-c av-c vvi po31 n2 p-acp j-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
67 than in the sight of Men; than in the sighed of Men; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
68 and he is truly grateful, who when there is occasion and opportunity, will acknowledge a kindness and requite a benefit to the Relations of his Deceased Friend, and he is truly grateful, who when there is occasion and opportunity, will acknowledge a kindness and requite a benefit to the Relations of his Deceased Friend, cc pns31 vbz av-j j, r-crq c-crq a-acp vbz n1 cc n1, vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
69 though he be sure that all memory of the Obligation dyed with him, and that none are conscious to it, though he be sure that all memory of the Obligation died with him, and that none Are conscious to it, cs pns31 vbb j cst d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc d pi vbr j p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
70 but God and his own Conscience: but God and his own Conscience: cc-acp np1 cc po31 d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
71 And indeed there is scarce any act of Piety, and Vertue, the sincerity of which may not by this evidence be known to us: And indeed there is scarce any act of Piety, and Virtue, the sincerity of which may not by this evidence be known to us: cc av pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb xx p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno12: (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
72 As on the contrary a Man may for certain conclude himself a Hypocrite, if he be not the same, in the presence of God, As on the contrary a Man may for certain conclude himself a Hypocrite, if he be not the same, in the presence of God, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn dt n1 vmb p-acp j vvi px31 dt n1, cs pns31 vbb xx dt d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
73 and his own Conscience that he is in the sight of Men. and his own Conscience that he is in the sighed of Men. cc po31 d n1 cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 8
74 4. Another Evidence of a sincere Piety is a constant tenour of goodness in the general course of our Lives: 4. another Evidence of a sincere Piety is a constant tenor of Goodness in the general course of our Lives: crd j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
75 I do not now speak of the first beginnings of Piety, in new Converts, which are many times very imperfect, I do not now speak of the First beginnings of Piety, in new Converts, which Are many times very imperfect, pns11 vdb xx av vvi pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f n1, p-acp j vvz, r-crq vbr d n2 av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
76 and such as afford little or no evidence of a Man's sincerity; but in those who have made any considerable progress in goodness; and such as afford little or no evidence of a Man's sincerity; but in those who have made any considerable progress in Goodness; cc d c-acp vvi j cc dx n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1; cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn d j n1 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
77 the habits of any known sin, and the wilful and deliberate neglect of our Duties, and even the single acts of more hainous Crimes, will bring in question our sincerity, the habits of any known since, and the wilful and deliberate neglect of our Duties, and even the single acts of more heinous Crimes, will bring in question our sincerity, dt n2 pp-f d j-vvn n1, cc dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc av dt j n2 pp-f dc j n2, vmb vvi p-acp n1 po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
78 and are by no means to be sheltred under the name of infirmity; and Are by no means to be sheltered under the name of infirmity; cc vbr p-acp dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
79 for these the Grace of God, if we be not wanting to our selves, will inable us to subdue; for these the Grace of God, if we be not wanting to our selves, will inable us to subdue; p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns12 vbb xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, vmb j pno12 pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
80 and he is not sincerely good, who doth not seriously endeavour to be as good as he can, and he is not sincerely good, who does not seriously endeavour to be as good as he can, cc pns31 vbz xx av-j j, r-crq vdz xx av-j vvi pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
81 and does not make use of that Grace which God is ready to afford to all the purposes, (though not of a perfect, and does not make use of that Grace which God is ready to afford to all the Purposes, (though not of a perfect, cc vdz xx vvi n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2, (cs xx pp-f dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
82 yet) of a sincere obedience to the Laws of God. yet) of a sincere Obedience to the Laws of God. av) pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 8
83 5. Another Evidence of a sincere Piety is, that our obedience to God be uniform and universal, equally respecting all the Laws of God, 5. another Evidence of a sincere Piety is, that our Obedience to God be uniform and universal, equally respecting all the Laws of God, crd j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz, cst po12 n1 p-acp np1 vbb j cc j, av-jn vvg d dt n2 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
84 and every part of our Duty; and every part of our Duty; cc d n1 pp-f po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
85 that it do not content it self with an especial regard to some Precepts of the Law, that it do not content it self with an especial regard to Some Precepts of the Law, cst pn31 vdb xx vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
86 though never so considerable, and allow it self in the breach, or neglect of the rest; though never so considerable, and allow it self in the breach, or neglect of the rest; cs av-x av j, cc vvb pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
87 no nor with observing the Duties of one Table of the Law, if it overlook the other, no nor with obedience to all the Commandments of God, one only excepted. no nor with observing the Duties of one Table of the Law, if it overlook the other, no nor with Obedience to all the commandments of God, one only excepted. uh-dx ccx p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f crd n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn31 vvb dt n-jn, uh-dx ccx p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, pi av-j vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
88 St. James puts this case, and determines, That he that keeps the whole Law, saving that he offends in one point, is guilty of all, that is, is not sincere in his obedience to the rest; Saint James puts this case, and determines, That he that keeps the Whole Law, Saving that he offends in one point, is guilty of all, that is, is not sincere in his Obedience to the rest; n1 np1 vvz d n1, cc vvz, cst pns31 cst vvz dt j-jn n1, vvg cst pns31 vvz p-acp crd n1, vbz j pp-f d, cst vbz, vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
89 and therefore we must take great heed, that we do not set the Commandments of God at odds, and Therefore we must take great heed, that we do not Set the commandments of God At odds, cc av pns12 vmb vvi j n1, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
90 and dash the two Tables of the Law, against one another, lest as St. James says, we break the whole Law: and dash the two Tables of the Law, against one Another, lest as Saint James Says, we break the Whole Law: cc vvb dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp crd j-jn, cs p-acp n1 np1 vvz, pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
91 And yet I fear this is too common a fault, even amongst those who make a great profession of Piety, that they are not sufficiently sensible of the obligation and necessity of the Duties of the second Table, And yet I Fear this is too Common a fault, even among those who make a great profession of Piety, that they Are not sufficiently sensible of the obligation and necessity of the Duties of the second Table, cc av pns11 vvb d vbz av j dt n1, av p-acp d r-crq vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
92 and of the excellency of those Graces, and Vertues, which respect our Carriage and Conversation with one another: and of the excellency of those Graces, and Virtues, which respect our Carriage and Conversation with one Another: cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2, r-crq n1 po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
93 Men do not seem to consider, that God did not give Laws to us, for his own sake, but ours; Men do not seem to Consider, that God did not give Laws to us, for his own sake, but ours; n2 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vdd xx vvi n2 p-acp pno12, c-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp png12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
94 and therefore that he did not only design that we should Honour him, but that we should be happy in one another; and Therefore that he did not only Design that we should Honour him, but that we should be happy in one Another; cc av cst pns31 vdd xx av-j n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp pi j-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
95 for which reason, he joyns with our humble and dutiful Deportment towards himself, the Offices of Justice and Charity towards others, Mich. 6. 8. He hath shewed thee, O Man, what is good; for which reason, he joins with our humble and dutiful Deportment towards himself, the Offices of justice and Charity towards Others, Mich. 6. 8. He hath showed thee, Oh Man, what is good; p-acp r-crq n1, pns31 vvz p-acp po12 j cc j n1 p-acp px31, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno21, uh n1, r-crq vbz j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
96 and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justice, and to love mercy, and what does the Lord require of thee, but to do Justice, and to love mercy, cc q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pp-f pno21, cc-acp pc-acp vdi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
97 and to walk humbly with thy God? And 1 John 4. 21. This Commandment have we from him, that he who loveth God, love his Brother also. and to walk humbly with thy God? And 1 John 4. 21. This Commandment have we from him, that he who loves God, love his Brother also. cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po21 n1? cc crd np1 crd crd d n1 vhb pns12 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 r-crq vvz np1, vvb po31 n1 av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
98 And yet it is too visible that many, who make a great profession of Piety towards God, are very defective in Moral Duties; And yet it is too visible that many, who make a great profession of Piety towards God, Are very defective in Moral Duties; cc av pn31 vbz av j cst d, r-crq vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vbr av j p-acp j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
99 very unpeaceable, and turbulent in their Spirits, very peevish and passionate, very conceited and censorious, very unpeaceable, and turbulent in their Spirits, very peevish and passionate, very conceited and censorious, av j, cc j p-acp po32 n2, av j cc j, av vvn cc j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
100 as if their profession of Godliness did exempt them from the care and practice of Christian Vertues: as if their profession of Godliness did exempt them from the care and practice of Christian Virtues: c-acp cs po32 n1 pp-f n1 vdd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f njp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
101 But we must not so fix our eye upon Heaven, as to forget that we walk upon the Earth, But we must not so fix our eye upon Heaven, as to forget that we walk upon the Earth, cc-acp pns12 vmb xx av vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
102 and to neglect the ordering of our steps and Conversation among Men, lest while we are gazing upon the Stars, we fall into the Ditch of gross and foul Immorality. and to neglect the ordering of our steps and Conversation among Men, lest while we Are gazing upon the Stars, we fallen into the Ditch of gross and foul Immorality. cc pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 cc n1 p-acp n2, cs cs pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n2, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 8
103 It is very possible, that Men may be devout and zealous in Religion, very nice, It is very possible, that Men may be devout and zealous in Religion, very Nicaenae, pn31 vbz av j, cst n2 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp n1, av j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
104 and scrupulous about the Worship and Service of God, and yet because of their palpable defect in points of Justice and Honesty, of Meekness and Humility, of Peace and Charity, may be gross and odious Hypocrites; and scrupulous about the Worship and Service of God, and yet Because of their palpable defect in points of justice and Honesty, of Meekness and Humility, of Peace and Charity, may be gross and odious Hypocrites; cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc av c-acp pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vbi j cc j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
105 for Men must not think for some acts, either of outward or inward Piety, to compound with God for the neglect of Mercy and Judgment, for Men must not think for Some acts, either of outward or inward Piety, to compound with God for the neglect of Mercy and Judgement, p-acp n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n2, d pp-f j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
106 or to demand it as a right from Men to be excused from the great Duties and Vertues of Humane Conversation; or to demand it as a right from Men to be excused from the great Duties and Virtues of Humane Conversation; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
107 or pretend to be above them, because they relate chiefly to this World, and to the temporal happiness of Men; or pretend to be above them, Because they relate chiefly to this World, and to the temporal happiness of Men; cc vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb av-jn p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
108 as if it were the priviledge of great Devotion, to give a license to Men to be peevish and froward, sower and morose, supercilious and censorious in their behaviour towards others: as if it were the privilege of great Devotion, to give a license to Men to be peevish and froward, sour and morose, supercilious and censorious in their behaviour towards Others: c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, j cc n1, j cc j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
109 Men must have a great care, that they be not intent upon the outward parts of Religion, to the prejudice of inward and real goodness, Men must have a great care, that they be not intent upon the outward parts of Religion, to the prejudice of inward and real Goodness, n2 vmb vhi dt j n1, cst pns32 vbb xx n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
110 and that they do not so use the means of Religion, as to neglect and lose the main end of it; and that they do not so use the means of Religion, as to neglect and loose the main end of it; cc cst pns32 vdb xx av vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
111 that they do not place all Religion in Fasting and outward Mortification; that they do not place all Religion in Fasting and outward Mortification; cst pns32 vdb xx vvi d n1 p-acp vvg cc j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
112 for though these things be very useful and necessary in their place, if they be discreetly managed, for though these things be very useful and necessary in their place, if they be discreetly managed, c-acp cs d n2 vbb av j cc j p-acp po32 n1, cs pns32 vbb av-j vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
113 and made subservient to the great ends of Religion; and made subservient to the great ends of Religion; cc vvd fw-fr p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
114 yet it is often seen that Men have so unequal a respect to the several parts of their Duty, that Fasting and Corporal severity, those meager and lean Duties of Piety, in comparison, do like Pharaoh 's lean kine, devour and eat up almost all the goodly and well-favoured, the great and substantial Duties of the Christian Life; yet it is often seen that Men have so unequal a respect to the several parts of their Duty, that Fasting and Corporal severity, those meager and lean Duties of Piety, in comparison, do like Pharaoh is lean kine, devour and eat up almost all the goodly and well-favoured, the great and substantial Duties of the Christian Life; av pn31 vbz av vvn d n2 vhb av j dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, cst vvg cc j n1, d j cc j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, vdb av-j np1 vbz j n2, vvb cc vvi a-acp av d dt j cc j, dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
115 and therefore Men must take great heed, lest whilst they are so intent upon mortifying themselves, they do not mortifie Vertue and good Nature, Humility and Meekness and Charity, things highly valuable in themselves and amiable in the eyes of Men, and Therefore Men must take great heed, lest while they Are so intent upon mortifying themselves, they do not mortify Virtue and good Nature, Humility and Meekness and Charity, things highly valuable in themselves and amiable in the eyes of Men, cc av n2 vmb vvi j n1, cs cs pns32 vbr av j p-acp vvg px32, pns32 vdb xx vvi n1 cc j n1, n1 cc n1 cc n1, n2 av-j j p-acp px32 cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
116 and in the sight of God of great price. and in the sighed of God of great price. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 8
117 For the neglect of the Moral Duties of the second Table is not only a mighty scandal to Religion, For the neglect of the Moral Duties of the second Table is not only a mighty scandal to Religion, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt ord n1 vbz xx av-j dt j n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
118 but of pernicious consequence many other ways: A fierce and ill governed, an ignorant and injudicious Zeal for the Honour of God, but of pernicious consequence many other ways: A fierce and ill governed, an ignorant and injudicious Zeal for the Honour of God, cc-acp pp-f j n1 d j-jn n2: dt j cc av-jn vvn, dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
119 and something or other belonging necessarily, as they think, to his true Worship and Service, hath made many Men do many unreasonable, immoral and impious things, of which History will furnish us with innumerable instances, in the practice of the Jesuits, and something or other belonging necessarily, as they think, to his true Worship and Service, hath made many Men do many unreasonable, immoral and impious things, of which History will furnish us with innumerable instances, in the practice of the Jesuits, cc pi cc n-jn vvg av-j, c-acp pns32 vvb, p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, vhz vvn d n2 vdb d j, j cc j n2, pp-f r-crq n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
120 and other Zealots of the Church of Rome; and there are not wanting too many examples of this kind amongst our selves; and other Zealots of the Church of Room; and there Are not wanting too many Examples of this kind among our selves; cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb; cc pc-acp vbr xx vvg av d n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
121 for Men that are not sober, and considerate in their Religion, but give themselves up to the conduct of blind prejudice, for Men that Are not Sobrium, and considerate in their Religion, but give themselves up to the conduct of blind prejudice, p-acp n2 cst vbr xx j, cc j p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp vvb px32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
122 and furious zeal, do easily perswade themselves, that any thing is lawful, which they strongly fancy to tend to the Honour of God, and furious zeal, do Easily persuade themselves, that any thing is lawful, which they strongly fancy to tend to the Honour of God, cc j n1, vdb av-j vvi px32, cst d n1 vbz j, r-crq pns32 av-j vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
123 and to the advancement of the cause of Religion; and to the advancement of the cause of Religion; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
124 hence some have proceeded to that height of absurdity, in their Zeal for their Religion and Church, hence Some have proceeded to that height of absurdity, in their Zeal for their Religion and Church, av d vhb vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
125 as to think it not only lawful, but highly commendable and meritorious, to equivocate upon Oath, as to think it not only lawful, but highly commendable and meritorious, to equivocate upon Oath, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 xx av-j j, cc-acp av-j j cc j, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
126 and break Faith with Hereticks, and to destroy all those that differ from them; and break Faith with Heretics, and to destroy all those that differ from them; cc vvi n1 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi d d cst vvi p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
127 as if it were Piety in some cases, to lie for the Truth, and to kill Men for God's sake. as if it were Piety in Some cases, to lie for the Truth, and to kill Men for God's sake. c-acp cs pn31 vbdr n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 8
128 So that if we would approve the integrity of our hearts to God, and evidence to our selves the sincerity of our Obedience, we ought impartially to regard all the Laws of God, So that if we would approve the integrity of our hearts to God, and evidence to our selves the sincerity of our obedience, we ought impartially to regard all the Laws of God, av cst cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vmd av-j pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 8
129 and every part of our Duty; and if we do not, our heart is not upright with God: and every part of our Duty; and if we do not, our heart is not upright with God: cc d n1 pp-f po12 n1; cc cs pns12 vdb xx, po12 n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 8
130 'Tis observable that sincerity in Scripture is often call'd by the name of Integrity, and Perfection, It's observable that sincerity in Scripture is often called by the name of Integrity, and Perfection, pn31|vbz j cst n1 p-acp n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 8
131 because it is integrated, and made up of all the parts of our Duty. Because it is integrated, and made up of all the parts of our Duty. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cc vvd a-acp pp-f d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 8
132 6. The last evidence I shall mention of the sincerity of our Religion is, if it hold out against persecution, and endure the fiery tryal; 6. The last evidence I shall mention of the sincerity of our Religion is, if it hold out against persecution, and endure the fiery trial; crd dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz, cs pn31 vvb av p-acp n1, cc vvi dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
133 this is the utmost proof of our integrity, when we are called to bear the Cross, to be willing then to expose all our worldly interest, this is the utmost proof of our integrity, when we Are called to bear the Cross, to be willing then to expose all our worldly Interest, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vbi j av pc-acp vvi d po12 j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
134 and even life it self, for the Cause of God, and Religion; and even life it self, for the Cause of God, and Religion; cc av n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
135 this is a tryal which God doth not always call his faithful Servants to, but they are always to be prepared for it, in the purpose and resolution of their minds; this is a trial which God does not always call his faithful Servants to, but they Are always to be prepared for it, in the purpose and resolution of their minds; d vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vdz xx av vvi po31 j n2 p-acp, cc-acp pns32 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
136 this our Saviour makes the great mark of a true Disciple, if any man (saith he) will be my disciple, let him deny himself, this our Saviour makes the great mark of a true Disciple, if any man (Says he) will be my disciple, let him deny himself, d po12 n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs d n1 (vvz pns31) vmb vbi po11 n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
137 and take up his cross, and follow me; and take up his cross, and follow me; cc vvb a-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pno11; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
138 this is a certain sign, that Men have received the word into good ground, and are well rooted in their Religion, this is a certain Signen, that Men have received the word into good ground, and Are well rooted in their Religion, d vbz dt j n1, cst n2 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
139 when they are not shaken by these fierce assaults; when they Are not shaken by these fierce assaults; c-crq pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp d j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
140 for many (as our Saviour tells us) hear the word, and with joy receive it, for many (as our Saviour tells us) hear the word, and with joy receive it, p-acp d (p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12) vvb dt n1, cc p-acp n1 vvi pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
141 but having not root in themselves, they endure but for a while, and when persecution, or tribulation ariseth, because of the word, presently they are offended; but having not root in themselves, they endure but for a while, and when persecution, or tribulation arises, Because of the word, presently they Are offended; cc-acp vhg xx n1 p-acp px32, pns32 vvi cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq n1, cc n1 vvz, c-acp pp-f dt n1, av-j pns32 vbr vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
142 nay, some when they see persecution coming at a distance, wheel off, and bethink themselves of making their retreat in time, nay, Some when they see persecution coming At a distance, wheel off, and bethink themselves of making their retreat in time, uh, d c-crq pns32 vvb n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvb a-acp, cc vvi px32 pp-f vvg po32 n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
143 and of agreeing with their adversary whilst he is yet in the way. and of agreeing with their adversary while he is yet in the Way. cc pp-f vvg p-acp po32 n1 cs pns31 vbz av p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
144 So that constancy to our Religion in case of danger, and suffering for it, is the best proof of our sincerity: So that constancy to our Religion in case of danger, and suffering for it, is the best proof of our sincerity: av cst n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp pn31, vbz dt js n1 pp-f po12 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 8
145 This is the fiery tryal, as the Scripture calls it, which will try what materials we are made of, This is the fiery trial, as the Scripture calls it, which will try what materials we Are made of, d vbz dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, r-crq vmb vvi r-crq n2-jn pns12 vbr vvn pp-f, (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 8
146 and whether we love God and his truth in sincerity. and whither we love God and his truth in sincerity. cc cs pns12 vvb np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 8
147 And thus I have considered sincerity as it respects God, and imports true Piety and Religion towards him; And thus I have considered sincerity as it respects God, and imports true Piety and Religion towards him; cc av pns11 vhb vvn n1 c-acp pn31 vvz np1, cc vvz j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 8
148 and I proceed to the second consideration and I proceed to the second consideration cc pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 (6) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 8
149 II. Of sincerity as it regards Men, and so it signifies a simplicity of mind and manners in our conversation, II Of sincerity as it regards Men, and so it signifies a simplicity of mind and manners in our Conversation, crd pp-f n1 c-acp pn31 vvz n2, cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 8
150 and carriage one towards another, singleness of Heart, discovering it self in a constant plainness and honest openness of behaviour, free from all insidious devises, and carriage one towards Another, singleness of Heart, discovering it self in a constant plainness and honest openness of behaviour, free from all insidious devises, cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn, n1 pp-f n1, vvg pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, j p-acp d j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 8
151 and little tricks, and fetches of Craft and Cunning; from all false appearances and deceitful disguises of our selves in word or action; and little tricks, and Fetches of Craft and Cunning; from all false appearances and deceitful disguises of our selves in word or actium; cc j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n-jn; p-acp d j n2 cc j n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 8
152 or yet more plainly, it is to speak as we think, and do what we pretend and profess, to perform and make good what we promise, or yet more plainly, it is to speak as we think, and do what we pretend and profess, to perform and make good what we promise, cc av av-dc av-j, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vvb, cc vdb r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j r-crq pns12 vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 8
153 and in a word, really to be, what we would seem and appear to be. and in a word, really to be, what we would seem and appear to be. cc p-acp dt n1, av-j pc-acp vbi, r-crq pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi pc-acp vbi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 8
154 Not that we are obliged to tell every Man all our mind, but we are never to declare any thing contrary to it; Not that we Are obliged to tell every Man all our mind, but we Are never to declare any thing contrary to it; xx d pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 d po12 n1, cc-acp pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi d n1 j-jn p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
155 we may be silent, and conceal as much of our selves, as prudence, or any other good reason requires; we may be silent, and conceal as much of our selves, as prudence, or any other good reason requires; pns12 vmb vbi j, cc vvi p-acp d pp-f po12 n2, c-acp n1, cc d j-jn j n1 vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
156 but we must not put on a disguise, and make a false appearance and empty show of what we are not, either by word or action. but we must not put on a disguise, and make a false appearance and empty show of what we Are not, either by word or actium. cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr xx, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
157 Contrary to this Vertue is (I fear) most of that compliment, which is current in conversation, Contrary to this Virtue is (I Fear) most of that compliment, which is current in Conversation, j-jn p-acp d n1 vbz (pns11 vvb) av-ds pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
158 and which for the most part is nothing but words, to fill up the Gaps, and which for the most part is nothing but words, to fill up the Gaps, cc r-crq p-acp dt av-ds n1 vbz pix cc-acp n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
159 and supply the emptiness of Discourse, and a pretence to that kindness and esteem for persons, which either in truth we have not, and supply the emptiness of Discourse, and a pretence to that kindness and esteem for Persons, which either in truth we have not, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, r-crq av-d p-acp n1 pns12 vhb xx, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
160 or not to that degree which our expressions seem to import, which if done with design, is that which we call Flattery, a very odious sort of Insincerity; or not to that degree which our expressions seem to import, which if done with Design, is that which we call Flattery, a very odious sort of Insincerity; cc xx p-acp d n1 r-crq po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, r-crq cs vdn p-acp n1, vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb n1, dt j j n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
161 and so much the worse, because it abuseth Men into a vain, and foolish opinion of themselves, and so much the Worse, Because it abuseth Men into a vain, and foolish opinion of themselves, cc av av-d dt av-jc, c-acp pn31 vvz n2 p-acp dt j, cc j n1 pp-f px32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
162 and an ill grounded confidence of the kindness and good-will of others towards them; and an ill grounded confidence of the kindness and goodwill of Others towards them; cc dt j-jn j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
163 and so much the more dangerous, because it hath a party within us, which is ready to let it in; and so much the more dangerous, Because it hath a party within us, which is ready to let it in; cc av av-d dt av-dc j, c-acp pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
164 it plays upon our self-love, which greedily catcheth at any thing that tends to magnifie and advance us; it plays upon our Self-love, which greedily Catches At any thing that tends to magnify and advance us; pn31 vvz p-acp po12 n1, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp d n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
165 for God knows, we are all too apt to think and make the best of our bad selves, for God knows, we Are all too apt to think and make the best of our bad selves, p-acp np1 vvz, pns12 vbr d av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt js pp-f po12 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
166 so that very few Tempers have Wisdom and firmness enough to be proof against Flattery; so that very few Tempers have Wisdom and firmness enough to be proof against Flattery; av cst av d n2 vhb n1 cc n1 av-d pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
167 it requires great Consideration, and a resolute Modesty and Humility to resist the Insinuations of this Serpent; it requires great Consideration, and a resolute Modesty and Humility to resist the Insinuations of this Serpent; pn31 vvz j n1, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
168 yea, a little rudeness and moroseness of Nature, a prudent distrust and infidelity in Mankind to make a Man in good earnest to reject and despise it. yea, a little rudeness and moroseness of Nature, a prudent distrust and infidelity in Mankind to make a Man in good earnest to reject and despise it. uh, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 8
169 Now besides that all Hypocrisie and Insincerity is mean in it self, having falsehood at the bottom, it is also often made use of, to the prejudice of others, in their Rights and Interests; Now beside that all Hypocrisy and Insincerity is mean in it self, having falsehood At the bottom, it is also often made use of, to the prejudice of Others, in their Rights and Interests; av p-acp cst d n1 cc n1 vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, vhg n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz av av vvd n1 pp-f, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, p-acp po32 n2-jn cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 8
170 for not only Dissimulation is contrary to Sincerity, because it consists in a vain shew of what we are not, in a false muster of our Vertues and good Qualities, in a deceitful representation and undue Character of our Lives; for not only Dissimulation is contrary to Sincerity, Because it consists in a vain show of what we Are not, in a false muster of our Virtues and good Qualities, in a deceitful representation and undue Character of our Lives; c-acp xx av-j n1 vbz j-jn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr xx, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc j n2, p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 8
171 but there are likewise other Qualities and Actions more inconsistent with Integrity, which are of a more injurious and mischievous consequence to our nature, but there Are likewise other Qualities and Actions more inconsistent with Integrity, which Are of a more injurious and mischievous consequence to our nature, cc-acp pc-acp vbr av j-jn n2 cc n2 av-dc j p-acp n1, r-crq vbr pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1 p-acp po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 8
172 as falshood, and fraud, and perfidiousness, and infinite little Crafts and arts of deceit, which Men practise upon one another in their ordinary conversation and intercourse; as falsehood, and fraud, and perfidiousness, and infinite little Crafts and arts of deceit, which Men practise upon one Another in their ordinary Conversation and intercourse; c-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq n2 vvb p-acp crd j-jn p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 8
173 the former is great vanity, but this is gross iniquity. the former is great vanity, but this is gross iniquity. dt j vbz j n1, cc-acp d vbz j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 8
174 And yet these Qualities dexterously managed, so as not to lie too plain and open to discovery, are look'd upon by many, And yet these Qualities dexterously managed, so as not to lie too plain and open to discovery, Are looked upon by many, cc av d n2 av-j vvn, av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi av j cc j p-acp n1, vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
175 as signs of great depth and shrewdness, admirable instruments of business, and necessary means for the compassing our own ends and designs; as Signs of great depth and shrewdness, admirable Instruments of business, and necessary means for the compassing our own ends and designs; c-acp n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, j n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 p-acp dt vvg po12 d n2 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
176 and though in those that have suffered by them, and felt the mischief of them, they are always accounted dishonest, and though in those that have suffered by them, and felt the mischief of them, they Are always accounted dishonest, cc cs p-acp d cst vhb vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr av vvn j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
177 yet among the generality of lookers on, they pass for great policy, as if the very skill of governing and managing humane affairs, did consist in these little tricks and devices: yet among the generality of lookers on, they pass for great policy, as if the very skill of governing and managing humane affairs, did consist in these little tricks and devices: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 a-acp, pns32 vvb p-acp j n1, c-acp cs dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg j n2, vdd vvi p-acp d j n2 cc n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
178 But he that looks more narrowly into them, and will but have the patience to observe the end of them, will find them to be great follies, But he that looks more narrowly into them, and will but have the patience to observe the end of them, will find them to be great follies, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz av-dc av-j p-acp pno32, cc vmb p-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
179 and that it is only for want of true wisdom and understanding, that Men turn aside to tricks, and make dissimulation and lies their refuge. and that it is only for want of true Wisdom and understanding, that Men turn aside to tricks, and make dissimulation and lies their refuge. cc cst pn31 vbz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cst n2 vvb av p-acp n2, cc vvi n1 cc vvz po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
180 It is Solomon 's Observation, That he that walketh uprightly walketh surely, but the folly of Fools is deceit: It is Solomon is Observation, That he that walks uprightly walks surely, but the folly of Fools is deceit: pn31 vbz np1 vbz n1, cst pns31 cst vvz av-j vvz av-j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
181 The folly of Fools, that is, the most egregious piece of folly that any Man can be guilty of, is to play the Knave; The folly of Fools, that is, the most egregious piece of folly that any Man can be guilty of, is to play the Knave; dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vbz, dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1 cst d n1 vmb vbi j pp-f, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
182 the vulgar Translation renders this clause a little otherwise, but yet towards the same sense, Sed stultus divertit ad dolos, but the Fool turns aside to tricks; the Vulgar translation renders this clause a little otherwise, but yet towards the same sense, said stultus divertit ad Dolos, but the Fool turns aside to tricks; dt j n1 vvz d n1 dt j av, cc-acp av p-acp dt d n1, vvd fw-la j fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1 vvz av p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
183 to make use of these is a sign the Man wants understanding to see the plain and direct way to his end: to make use of these is a Signen the Man Wants understanding to see the plain and Direct Way to his end: pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d vbz dt n1 dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
184 I will not deny but these little Arts may serve a present turn, and perhaps successfully enough, I will not deny but these little Arts may serve a present turn, and perhaps successfully enough, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d j n2 vmb vvi dt j n1, cc av av-j av-d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
185 but true Wisdom goes deep, and reacheth a great way further, looking to the end of things and regarding the future as well as the present, but true Wisdom Goes deep, and reaches a great Way further, looking to the end of things and regarding the future as well as the present, cc-acp j n1 vvz j-jn, cc vvz dt j n1 av-jc, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc vvg dt j-jn c-acp av c-acp dt j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
186 and by judging upon the whole matter and sum of affairs, doth clearly discern, that Craft and Cunning are only useful for the present occasion, and by judging upon the Whole matter and sum of affairs, does clearly discern, that Craft and Cunning Are only useful for the present occasion, cc p-acp vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vdz av-j vvi, cst n1 cc j-jn vbr av-j j p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
187 whereas Integrity is of a lasting use, and will be serviceable to us upon all occasions, whereas Integrity is of a lasting use, and will be serviceable to us upon all occasions, cs n1 vbz pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cc vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
188 and in the whole course of our Lives; and in the Whole course of our Lives; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
189 and that Dissimulation and Deceit, though they may do some present execution in business, yet they recoil upon a Man terribly afterwards, and that Dissimulation and Deceit, though they may do Some present execution in business, yet they recoil upon a Man terribly afterwards, cc d n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vmb vdi d j n1 p-acp n1, av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
190 so as to make him stagger, and by degrees to weaken, and at last to destroy his Reputation, which is a much more useful and substantial and lasting instrument of prosperity and success in humane affairs than any tricks and devices whatsoever. so as to make him stagger, and by Degrees to weaken, and At last to destroy his Reputation, which is a much more useful and substantial and lasting Instrument of Prosperity and success in humane affairs than any tricks and devices whatsoever. av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ord pc-acp vvi po31 n1, r-crq vbz dt d av-dc j cc j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2 cs d n2 cc n2 r-crq. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
191 Thus have I considered this great vertue of Sincerity, both as it regards God, and the mutual conversation and intercourse of Men one with another. Thus have I considered this great virtue of Sincerity, both as it regards God, and the mutual Conversation and intercourse of Men one with Another. av vhb pns11 vvn d j n1 pp-f n1, d c-acp pn31 vvz np1, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 crd p-acp n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 8
192 And now having explained the nature of Sincerity to God and Man, by declaring the properties of it, And now having explained the nature of Sincerity to God and Man, by declaring the properties of it, cc av vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 8
193 and in what instances we ought chiefly to practise it, and what things are contrary to it; and in what instances we ought chiefly to practise it, and what things Are contrary to it; cc p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vmd av-jn pc-acp vvi pn31, cc r-crq n2 vbr j-jn p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 8
194 that which now remains, is to perswade Men to endeavour after this excellent quality, 〈 ◊ 〉 to practise it in all the words and 〈 ◊ 〉 of their Lives. that which now remains, is to persuade Men to endeavour After this excellent quality, 〈 ◊ 〉 to practise it in all the words and 〈 ◊ 〉 of their Lives. cst r-crq av vvz, vbz pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n2 cc 〈 sy 〉 pp-f po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 8
195 Let us then in the first place be sincere in our Religion, and serve God in truth and uprightness of heart out of Conscience of our Duty and Obligations to him, Let us then in the First place be sincere in our Religion, and serve God in truth and uprightness of heart out of Conscience of our Duty and Obligations to him, vvb pno12 av p-acp dt ord n1 vbi j p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
196 and not with sinister respects to our private interest or passion, to the publick approbation or censure of Men; and not with sinister respects to our private Interest or passion, to the public approbation or censure of Men; cc xx p-acp j n2 p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
197 let us never make use of Religion to serve any base and unworthy ends, cloaking our designs of Covetousness, let us never make use of Religion to serve any base and unworthy ends, cloaking our designs of Covetousness, vvb pno12 av-x vvi n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2, vvg po12 n2 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
198 or Ambition, or Revenge, with pretences of Conscience and Zeal for God; or Ambition, or Revenge, with pretences of Conscience and Zeal for God; cc n1, cc n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
199 and let us endeavour after the reality of Religion, always remembring that a sincere Piety doth not consist in shew, and let us endeavour After the reality of Religion, always remembering that a sincere Piety does not consist in show, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvg cst dt j n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
200 but substance, not in appearance, but in effect; but substance, not in appearance, but in Effect; cc-acp n1, xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
201 that the Spirit of true Religion is still and calm, charitable and peaceable, making as little shew and stir as is possible; that the Spirit of true Religion is still and Cam, charitable and peaceable, making as little show and stir as is possible; cst dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz j cc j-jn, j cc j, vvg p-acp j n1 cc vvi a-acp vbz j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
202 that a truly and sincerely good Man does not affect vain Ostentation, and an unseasonable discovery of his good Qualities, that a truly and sincerely good Man does not affect vain Ostentation, and an unseasonable discovery of his good Qualities, cst dt av-j cc av-j j n1 vdz xx vvi j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
203 but endeavours rather really to be, than to seem Religious; but endeavours rather really to be, than to seem Religious; cc-acp n2 av-c av-j pc-acp vbi, cs pc-acp vvi j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
204 and of the two rather seeks to conceal his Piety than to set it out with pomp; and of the two rather seeks to conceal his Piety than to Set it out with pomp; cc pp-f dt crd av vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cs pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
205 gives his Alms privately, prays to God in secret, and makes no appearance of Religion but in such fruits and effects as cannot be hid; gives his Alms privately, prays to God in secret, and makes no appearance of Religion but in such fruits and effects as cannot be hid; vvz po31 n2 av-j, vvz p-acp np1 p-acp j-jn, cc vvz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp vmbx vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
206 in the quiet and silent vertues of Humility, and Meekness, and Patience, of Peace and Charity; in the quiet and silent Virtues of Humility, and Meekness, and Patience, of Peace and Charity; p-acp dt j-jn cc j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
207 in governing his Passions, and taking heed not to offend with his Tongue by slander and calumny, by envious detraction, in governing his Passion, and taking heed not to offend with his Tongue by slander and calumny, by envious detraction, p-acp vvg po31 n2, cc vvg n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
208 or rash censure, or by any word or action that may be to the hurt and prejudice of his Neighbour: or rash censure, or by any word or actium that may be to the hurt and prejudice of his Neighbour: cc j n1, cc p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
209 But on the contrary, it is a very ill sign if a Man affect to make a great noise and bustle about Religion, But on the contrary, it is a very ill Signen if a Man affect to make a great noise and bustle about Religion, cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz dt j j-jn n1 cs dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
210 if he blow a Trumpet before his good Works, and by extraordinary shews of Devotion summon the Eyes of Men to behold him, if he blow a Trumpet before his good Works, and by extraordinary shows of Devotion summon the Eyes of Men to behold him, cs pns31 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 j vvz, cc p-acp j vvz pp-f n1 vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
211 and do, as it were, call aloud to them to take notice of his Piety, and to come to see his zeal for the Lord of Hosts: and do, as it were, call aloud to them to take notice of his Piety, and to come to see his zeal for the Lord of Hosts: cc vdb, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvb av p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
212 It is not impossible but such a Man with all his vanity and ostentation may have some real goodness in him; It is not impossible but such a Man with all his vanity and ostentation may have Some real Goodness in him; pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vhi d j n1 p-acp pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
213 but he is as the Hypocrites are, and does as like one as is possible; but he is as the Hypocrites Are, and does as like one as is possible; cc-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n2 vbr, cc vdz c-acp av-j pi a-acp vbz j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
214 and by the mighty shew that he makes to wise and considerate Men, greatly brings in question the sincerity of his Religion. and by the mighty show that he makes to wise and considerate Men, greatly brings in question the sincerity of his Religion. cc p-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp j cc j n2, av-j vvz p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 8
215 And with the sincerity of our Piety towards God, let us joyn the simplicity and integrity of Manners in our Conversation with Men; And with the sincerity of our Piety towards God, let us join the simplicity and integrity of Manners in our Conversation with Men; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 8
216 let us strictly charge our selves to use truth and plainness in all our words and doings; let us strictly charge our selves to use truth and plainness in all our words and doings; vvb pno12 av-j vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2-vdg; (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 8
217 let our Tongue be ever the true Interpreter of our Mind, and our Expressions the lively Image of our Thoughts and Affections, let our Tongue be ever the true Interpreter of our Mind, and our Expressions the lively Image of our Thoughts and Affections, vvb po12 n1 vbb av dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc po12 n2 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 8
218 and our outward actions exactly agreeable to our inward purposes and intentions. and our outward actions exactly agreeable to our inward Purposes and intentions. cc po12 j n2 av-j j p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 8
219 Amongst too many other Instances of the great corruption and degeneracy of the Age wherein we live, the great and general want of sincerity in Conversation is none of the least; among too many other Instances of the great corruption and degeneracy of the Age wherein we live, the great and general want of sincerity in Conversation is none of the least; p-acp av d j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 vbz pix pp-f dt av-ds; (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
220 the World is grown so full of Dissimulation and Complement, that Mens words are hardly any signification of their thoughts; the World is grown so full of Dissimulation and Compliment, that Men's words Are hardly any signification of their thoughts; dt n1 vbz vvn av j pp-f n1 cc n1, cst ng2 n2 vbr av d n1 pp-f po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
221 and if any Man measure his words by his heart, and speak as he thinks, and if any Man measure his words by his heart, and speak as he thinks, cc cs d n1 vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi c-acp pns31 vvz, (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
222 and do not express more kindness to every man than men usually have for any man, he can hardly escape the censure of rudeness and want of breeding: and do not express more kindness to every man than men usually have for any man, he can hardly escape the censure of rudeness and want of breeding: cc vdb xx vvi dc n1 p-acp d n1 cs n2 av-j vhb p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
223 The old English plainness and sincerity, that generous integrity of Nature and honesty of Disposition which always argues true greatness of mind, The old English plainness and sincerity, that generous integrity of Nature and honesty of Disposition which always argues true greatness of mind, dt j jp n1 cc n1, cst j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 r-crq av vvz j n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
224 and is usually accompanied with undaunted courage and resolution, is in a great measure lost amongst us; and is usually accompanied with undaunted courage and resolution, is in a great measure lost among us; cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
225 there hath been a long endeavour to transform us into foreign Manners and Fashions, and to bring us to a servile imitation of none of the best of our Neighbours in some of the worst of their Qualities: there hath been a long endeavour to transform us into foreign Manners and Fashions, and to bring us to a servile imitation of none of the best of our Neighbours in Some of the worst of their Qualities: pc-acp vhz vbn dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pix pp-f dt js pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d pp-f dt js pp-f po32 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
226 The Dialect of Conversation is now adays so swell'd with Vanity and Complement, and so surfeited (as I may say) of expressions of kindness and respect, that if a man that lived an Age or two ago should return into the World again, he would really want a Dictionary to help him to understand his own Language, The Dialect of Conversation is now adais so swelled with Vanity and Compliment, and so surfeited (as I may say) of expressions of kindness and respect, that if a man that lived an Age or two ago should return into the World again, he would really want a Dictionary to help him to understand his own Language, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av vvd (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi) pp-f n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst cs dt n1 cst vvd dt n1 cc crd av vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 av, pns31 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
227 and to know the true intrinsick value of the phrase in fashion, and would hardly at first believe at what a low rate the highest strains and expressions of kindness imaginable do commonly pass in currant payment; and to know the true intrinsic valve of the phrase in fashion, and would hardly At First believe At what a low rate the highest strains and expressions of kindness imaginable do commonly pass in currant payment; cc pc-acp vvi dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vmd av p-acp ord vvi p-acp r-crq dt j n1 dt js n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 j vdb av-j vvi p-acp n1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
228 and when he should come to understand it, it would be a great while before he could bring himself, with a good Countenance and a good Conscience to converse with Men upon equal terms and in their own way. and when he should come to understand it, it would be a great while before he could bring himself, with a good Countenance and a good Conscience to converse with Men upon equal terms and in their own Way. cc c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi px31, p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp j-jn n2 cc p-acp po32 d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 8
229 And in truth it is hard to say whether it should more provoke our contempt or our pity to hear what solemn expressions of respect and kindness will pass between men, almost upon no occasion; And in truth it is hard to say whither it should more provoke our contempt or our pity to hear what solemn expressions of respect and kindness will pass between men, almost upon no occasion; cc p-acp n1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vmd n1 vvi po12 n1 cc po12 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2, av p-acp dx n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
230 how great honour and esteem they will declare for one whom perhaps they never heard of or saw before, how great honour and esteem they will declare for one whom perhaps they never herd of or saw before, c-crq j n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pi r-crq av pns32 av-x vvd pp-f cc vvd a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
231 and how entirely they are all on the sudden devoted to his service and interest for no reason; and how entirely they Are all on the sudden devoted to his service and Interest for no reason; cc c-crq av-j pns32 vbr d p-acp dt j j-vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dx n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
232 how infinitely and eternally obliged to him for no benefit, and how extremely they will be concerned for him, how infinitely and eternally obliged to him for no benefit, and how extremely they will be concerned for him, c-crq av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dx n1, cc c-crq av-jn pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
233 yea, and afflicted too for no cause. yea, and afflicted too for no cause. uh, cc vvn av p-acp dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
234 I know it is said in justification of this hollow kind of Conversation, that there is no harm, no real deceit in Complement, I know it is said in justification of this hollow kind of Conversation, that there is no harm, no real deceit in Compliment, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx j n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
235 but the matter is well enough so long as we understand one another, Et verba valent ut Nummi, Words are like Money, but the matter is well enough so long as we understand one Another, Et verba valent ut Nummi, Words Are like Money, cc-acp dt n1 vbz av av-d av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pi j-jn, fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la, n2 vbr av-j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
236 and when the currant value of them is generally understood, no Man is cheated by them; and when the currant valve of them is generally understood, no Man is cheated by them; cc c-crq dt n1 n1 pp-f pno32 vbz av-j vvn, dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
237 this is something if such words were any thing, but being brought into the Account they are meer Cyphers. this is something if such words were any thing, but being brought into the Account they Are mere Ciphers. d vbz pi cs d n2 vbdr d n1, cc-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt vvb pns32 vbr j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
238 However it is still a just matter of complaint, that sincerity and plainness are out of fashion, However it is still a just matter of complaint, that sincerity and plainness Are out of fashion, c-acp pn31 vbz av dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 cc n1 vbr av pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
239 and that our Language is running into a Lye; and that our Language is running into a Lie; cc d po12 n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
240 that Men have almost quite perverted the use of Speech, and made words to signifie nothing; that Men have almost quite perverted the use of Speech, and made words to signify nothing; d n2 vhb av av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd n2 pc-acp vvi pix; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
241 that the greatest part of the Conversation of Mankind, and of their intercourse with one another, is little else but driving a Trade of Dissimulation, insomuch that it would make a Man heartily sick and weary of the World, to see the little sincerity that is in use and practice among Men, that the greatest part of the Conversation of Mankind, and of their intercourse with one Another, is little Else but driving a Trade of Dissimulation, insomuch that it would make a Man heartily sick and weary of the World, to see the little sincerity that is in use and practice among Men, d dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f po32 n1 p-acp crd j-jn, vbz j av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, av cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 av-j j cc j pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
242 and tempt him to break out into that melancholy Complaint and Wish of the Prophet (Jer. 9.) O that I had in the Wilderness a lodging-place of way-faring men, that I might leave my people and go from them; and tempt him to break out into that melancholy Complaint and Wish of the Prophet (Jer. 9.) Oh that I had in the Wilderness a lodging-place of wayfaring men, that I might leave my people and go from them; cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 (np1 crd) uh cst pns11 vhd p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
243 for they are all Adulterers, and an assembly of treacherous Men; for they Are all Adulterers, and an assembly of treacherous Men; c-acp pns32 vbr d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
244 and they bend their tongue like their bow for lies, but have no courage for the truth upon earth. and they bend their tongue like their bow for lies, but have no courage for the truth upon earth. cc pns32 vvb po32 n1 av-j po32 n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
245 Take ye heed every one of his Neighbour, and trust ye not in any Brother; for every Brother will utterly supplant, and every Neighbour will walk with slanders. Take you heed every one of his Neighbour, and trust you not in any Brother; for every Brother will utterly supplant, and every Neighbour will walk with slanders. vvb pn22 n1 d crd pp-f po31 n1, cc vvb pn22 xx p-acp d n1; p-acp d n1 vmb av-j vvi, cc d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
246 Thine habitation is in the midst of deceit; one speaketh peaceably to his Neighbour, but in his heart he lieth in wait: Thine habitation is in the midst of deceit; one speaks peaceably to his Neighbour, but in his heart he lies in wait: po21 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pi vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
247 Shall not I visit for these things, saith the Lord; and shall not my Soul be avenged of such a Nation as this? Shall not I visit for these things, Says the Lord; and shall not my Soul be avenged of such a nation as this? vmb xx pns11 vvi p-acp d n2, vvz dt n1; cc vmb xx po11 n1 vbi vvn pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d? (6) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 8
248 Such were the Manners of the people of Israel at that time, which were both the forerunner and the cause of those terrible Calamities which befell them afterwards; Such were the Manners of the people of Israel At that time, which were both the forerunner and the cause of those terrible Calamities which befell them afterwards; d vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbdr d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq vvd pno32 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 8
249 and this Character agrees but too well to the present Age, which is so wretchedly void of Truth and Sincerity, and this Character agrees but too well to the present Age, which is so wretchedly void of Truth and Sincerity, cc d n1 vvz p-acp av av p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av av-j j pp-f n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 8
250 for which reason there is the greater need to recommend this Virtue to us, which seems to be fled from us, that truth and righteousness may return, for which reason there is the greater need to recommend this Virtue to us, which seems to be fled from us, that truth and righteousness may return, p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, cst n1 cc n1 vmb vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 8
251 and glory may dwell in our land, and God may shew his mercy upon us and grant us his Salvation, and glory may dwell in our land, and God may show his mercy upon us and grant us his Salvation, cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12 cc vvb pno12 po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 8
252 and Righteousness and Peace may kiss each other. To this end give me leave to offer these following Considerations. and Righteousness and Peace may kiss each other. To this end give me leave to offer these following Considerations. cc n1 cc n1 vmb vvi d n-jn. p-acp d n1 vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 8
253 First, That Sincerity is the highest commendation and the very best Character, that can be given of any man; First, That Sincerity is the highest commendation and the very best Character, that can be given of any man; ord, cst n1 vbz dt js n1 cc dt av js n1, cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
254 it is the solid foundation of all Virtue, the Heart and Soul of all Piety and Goodness; it is the solid Foundation of all Virtue, the Heart and Soul of all Piety and goodness; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
255 it is in Scripture called perfection, and frequently joyned with it; and throughout the Bible, there is the greatest stress and weight laid upon it; it is in Scripture called perfection, and frequently joined with it; and throughout the bible, there is the greatest stress and weight laid upon it; pn31 vbz p-acp n1 vvn n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp pn31; cc p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dt js n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
256 it is spoken of as the sum and comprehension of all Religion: it is spoken of as the sum and comprehension of all Religion: pn31 vbz vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
257 Only fear the Lord and serve him in sincerity and truth, says Joshua to the people of Israel, (Jos. 24. 14.) God takes great pleasure in it; Only Fear the Lord and serve him in sincerity and truth, Says joshua to the people of Israel, (Jos. 24. 14.) God Takes great pleasure in it; av-j vvb dt n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (np1 crd crd) np1 vvz j n1 p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
258 so David assures us, (1 Chron. 29. 17.) I know my God that thou tryest the Heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness: so David assures us, (1 Chronicles 29. 17.) I know my God that thou Triest the Heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness: av np1 vvz pno12, (crd np1 crd crd) pns11 vvb po11 n1 cst pns21 vv2 dt n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
259 And again, Thou lovest truth in the inward parts. And again, Thou Lovest truth in the inward parts. cc av, pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 8
260 To this disposition of mind the promises of divine favour and blessing are particularly made, Psal. 15. 1, 2. Lord who shall dwell in thy Tabernacle, who shall dwell in thy holy Hill? He that walketh uprightly, To this disposition of mind the promises of divine favour and blessing Are particularly made, Psalm 15. 1, 2. Lord who shall dwell in thy Tabernacle, who shall dwell in thy holy Hill? He that walks uprightly, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 vbr av-j vvn, np1 crd crd, crd n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po21 j n1? pns31 cst vvz av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 8
261 and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth from his Heart. and works righteousness, and speaks the truth from his Heart. cc vvz n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 8
262 Psal. 32. 2. Blessed is the Man, unto whom the Lord imputeth no sin, and in whose Spirit there is no guil. Psalm 32. 2. Blessed is the Man, unto whom the Lord imputeth no since, and in whose Spirit there is no guile. np1 crd crd vvn vbz dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvz dx n1, cc p-acp rg-crq n1 a-acp vbz dx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 8
263 And 'tis observable that this Character of our Saviour here given of Nathaniel, is the only full and perfect commendation that we read was ever given by him of any particular person. And it's observable that this Character of our Saviour Here given of Nathaniel, is the only full and perfect commendation that we read was ever given by him of any particular person. cc pn31|vbz j cst d n1 pp-f po12 n1 av vvn pp-f np1, vbz dt j j cc j n1 cst pns12 vvb vbds av vvn p-acp pno31 pp-f d j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 8
264 He commends some particular acts of Piety and Virtue in others, as St. Peter 's confession of him, the Faith of the Centurion, and of the Woman that was healed by touching the Hem of his Garment, the Charity of the Woman that cast her two Mites into the Treasury, He commends Some particular acts of Piety and Virtue in Others, as Saint Peter is Confessi of him, the Faith of the Centurion, and of the Woman that was healed by touching the Hem of his Garment, the Charity of the Woman that cast her two Mites into the Treasury, pns31 vvz d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp n1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f pno31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp vvg dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd pno31 crd n2 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 8
265 and the Bounty of that other devout Woman who poured upon him a Box of precious Oyntment: and the Bounty of that other devout Woman who poured upon him a Box of precious Ointment: cc dt n1 pp-f d j-jn j n1 r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 8
266 But here he gives the particular Character of a good Man when he says of Nathaniel that he was an Israelite indeed, in whom was no Guil: But Here he gives the particular Character of a good Man when he Says of Nathaniel that he was an Israelite indeed, in whom was no Guile: cc-acp av pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f np1 cst pns31 vbds dt np1 av, p-acp ro-crq vbds dx np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 8
267 And the Apostle mentions this quality, as the chief ingredient into the Character of the best Man that ever was, our blessed Saviour, who did no Sin, neither was Guil found in his mouth. And the Apostle mentions this quality, as the chief ingredient into the Character of the best Man that ever was, our blessed Saviour, who did no since, neither was Guile found in his Mouth. cc dt n1 n2 d n1, c-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 cst av vbds, po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq vdd dx n1, dx vbds np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 8
268 Secondly, The rarity of this Virtue is a farther commendation of it. Secondly, The rarity of this Virtue is a farther commendation of it. ord, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt jc n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 8
269 A sincerely pious and good Man, without any guil or disguise is not a sight to be seen every day: A sincerely pious and good Man, without any guile or disguise is not a sighed to be seen every day: dt av-j j cc j n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 8
270 Our Saviour in the Text, speaks of it, as a thing very extraordinary and of special remark and observation, Our Saviour in the Text, speaks of it, as a thing very extraordinary and of special remark and observation, po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pp-f pn31, c-acp dt n1 av j cc pp-f j n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 8
271 and breaks out into some kind of wonder upon the occasion, as if to see a Man of perfect integrity and simplicity were an occurrence very rare and unusual, and breaks out into Some kind of wonder upon the occasion, as if to see a Man of perfect integrity and simplicity were an occurrence very rare and unusual, cc vvz av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vbdr dt n1 av j cc j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 8
272 and such as calls for our more especial attention and regard, Behold (saith he) an Israelite indeed in whom there is no Guil. and such as calls for our more especial attention and regard, Behold (Says he) an Israelite indeed in whom there is no Guile cc d c-acp vvz p-acp po12 av-dc j n1 cc n1, vvb (vvz pns31) dt np1 av p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx np1 (6) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 8
273 Thirdly, The want of Sincerity will quite spoil the virtue and acceptance of all our Piety and Obedience, Thirdly, The want of Sincerity will quite spoil the virtue and acceptance of all our Piety and obedience, ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po12 n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 8
274 and certainly deprive us of the reward of it: and Certainly deprive us of the reward of it: cc av-j vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 8
275 All that we doe in the service of God, all our external obedience to his Laws, All that we do in the service of God, all our external Obedience to his Laws, d cst pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d po12 j n1 p-acp po31 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 8
276 if not animated by Sincerity, is like a Sacrifice without a Heart, which is an abomination to the Lord. if not animated by Sincerity, is like a Sacrifice without a Heart, which is an abomination to the Lord. cs xx vvn p-acp n1, vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 8
277 Fourthly, Hypocrisy and Insincerity is a very vain and foolish thing; it is designed to cheat others, but is in truth a deceiving of our selves: Fourthly, Hypocrisy and Insincerity is a very vain and foolish thing; it is designed to cheat Others, but is in truth a deceiving of our selves: ord, n1 cc n1 vbz dt av j cc j n1; pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cc-acp vbz p-acp n1 dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
278 No Man would flatter or dissemble, did he believe he were seen and discover'd; No Man would flatter or dissemble, did he believe he were seen and discovered; uh-dx n1 vmd vvi cc vvi, vdd pns31 vvi pns31 vbdr vvn cc vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
279 an open Knave is a great Fool, who destroys at once both his design and his Reputation; an open Knave is a great Fool, who Destroys At once both his Design and his Reputation; dt j n1 vbz dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp a-acp d po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
280 and this is the case of every Hypocrite; and this is the case of every Hypocrite; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
281 all the disagreement which is between his Tongue and his Thoughts, his Actions and his Heart, is open to that Eye, from which nothing can be hid; all the disagreement which is between his Tongue and his Thoughts, his Actions and his Heart, is open to that Eye, from which nothing can be hid; d dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n2, po31 n2 cc po31 n1, vbz j p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
282 for the ways of Man are before the Eyes of the Lord, and he seeth all his goings; for the ways of Man Are before the Eyes of the Lord, and he sees all his goings; p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vvg; (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
283 there is no darkness nor shadow of Death where the workers of Iniquity may hide themselves. there is no darkness nor shadow of Death where the workers of Iniquity may hide themselves. pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi px32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 8
284 Fifthly, Truth and Reality have all the advantages of appearance, and many more; Fifthly, Truth and Reality have all the advantages of appearance, and many more; ord, n1 cc n1 vhb d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc d dc; (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
285 if the shew of any thing be good for any thing, I am sure Sincerity is better; if the show of any thing be good for any thing, I am sure Sincerity is better; cs dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbi j p-acp d n1, pns11 vbm j n1 vbz jc; (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
286 for why does any man dissemble, or seem to be that which he is not, for why does any man dissemble, or seem to be that which he is not, c-acp q-crq vdz d n1 vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vbi d r-crq pns31 vbz xx, (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
287 but because he thinks it good to have such a quality as he pretends to? for to counterfeit and dissemble, is to put on the appearance of some real excellency: but Because he thinks it good to have such a quality as he pretends to? for to counterfeit and dissemble, is to put on the appearance of Some real excellency: cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vhi d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp? c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
288 Now the best way in the world for a man to seem to be any thing, is really to be what he would seem to be: Now the best Way in the world for a man to seem to be any thing, is really to be what he would seem to be: av dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi d n1, vbz av-j pc-acp vbi r-crq pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
289 Besides, that it is many times as troublesome to make good the pretence of a good quality, as to have it; Beside, that it is many times as troublesome to make good the pretence of a good quality, as to have it; a-acp, cst pn31 vbz d n2 c-acp j pc-acp vvi j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pc-acp vhi pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
290 and if a man have it not, it is ten to one, but he is discovered to want it, and if a man have it not, it is ten to one, but he is discovered to want it, cc cs dt n1 vhi pn31 xx, pn31 vbz crd p-acp crd, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
291 and then all his pains and labour to seem to have it is lost. and then all his pains and labour to seem to have it is lost. cc av d po31 n2 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vhi pn31 vbz vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
292 There is something unnatural in Painting, which a skilful Eye will easily discern from native Beauty and Complexion. There is something unnatural in Painting, which a skilful Eye will Easily discern from native Beauty and Complexion. pc-acp vbz pi j p-acp vvg, r-crq dt j n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 8
293 It is hard to personate and act a part long; for where truth is not at the bottom, nature will always be endeavourring to return, It is hard to personate and act a part long; for where truth is not At the bottom, nature will always be endeavourring to return, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 av-j; c-acp q-crq n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb av vbi vvg pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
294 and will peep out and betray herself one time or other; therefore if any man think it convenient to seem Good, let him be so indeed, and will peep out and betray herself one time or other; Therefore if any man think it convenient to seem Good, let him be so indeed, cc vmb vvi av cc vvi px31 crd n1 cc n-jn; av cs d n1 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi j, vvb pno31 vbi av av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
295 and then his Goodness will appear to every body's satisfaction; and then his goodness will appear to every body's satisfaction; cc av po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp d ng1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
296 for Truth is convincing and carries it's own light and evidence along with it, and will not only commend us to every Man's Conscience, for Truth is convincing and carries it's own Light and evidence along with it, and will not only commend us to every Man's Conscience, p-acp n1 vbz vvg cc vvz pn31|vbz d n1 cc n1 a-acp p-acp pn31, cc vmb xx av-j vvi pno12 p-acp d ng1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
297 but, which is much more, to God, who searcheth and seeth our Hearts; so that upon all accounts Sincerity is true Wisdom: but, which is much more, to God, who Searches and sees our Hearts; so that upon all accounts Sincerity is true Wisdom: cc-acp, r-crq vbz d dc, p-acp np1, r-crq vvz cc vvz po12 n2; av cst p-acp d n2 n1 vbz j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
298 Particularly as to the affairs of this World Integrity hath many advantages over all the fine and artificial ways of Dissimulation and Deceit; Particularly as to the affairs of this World Integrity hath many advantages over all the fine and artificial ways of Dissimulation and Deceit; av-jn c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 n1 vhz d n2 p-acp d dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
299 it is much the plainer and easier, much the safer and more secure way of dealing in the world; it is much the plainer and Easier, much the safer and more secure Way of dealing in the world; pn31 vbz d dt jc cc av-jc, d dt jc cc av-dc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
300 it hath less of trouble and difficulty, of entanglement and perplexity, of danger and hazard in it; it hath less of trouble and difficulty, of entanglement and perplexity, of danger and hazard in it; pn31 vhz dc pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
301 it is the shortest and nearest way to our end, carrying us thither in a straight line, it is the Shortest and nearest Way to our end, carrying us thither in a straight line, pn31 vbz dt js cc js n1 p-acp po12 n1, vvg pno12 av p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
302 and will hold out and last longest. and will hold out and last longest. cc vmb vvi av cc vvi js. (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
303 The Arts of Deceit and Cunning do continually grow weaker and less effectual and serviceable to them that use them, The Arts of Deceit and Cunning do continually grow Weaker and less effectual and serviceable to them that use them, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j-jn vdb av-j vvb jc cc av-dc j cc j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
304 whereas Integrity gains strength by use, and the more and longer any Man practiseth it, the greater service it does him, by confirming his Reputation, whereas Integrity gains strength by use, and the more and longer any Man Practiseth it, the greater service it does him, by confirming his Reputation, cs n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc dt av-dc cc av-jc d n1 vvz pn31, dt jc n1 pn31 vdz pno31, p-acp vvg po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
305 and encouraging those with whom he hath to do, to repose the greater Trust and Confidence in him, which is an unspeakable advantage in the business and affairs of life. and encouraging those with whom he hath to do, to repose the greater Trust and Confidence in him, which is an unspeakable advantage in the business and affairs of life. cc vvg d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 8
306 But a Dissembler must always be upon his guard and watch himself carefully, that he doth not contradict his own pretence, But a Dissembler must always be upon his guard and watch himself carefully, that he does not contradict his own pretence, p-acp dt n1 vmb av vbi p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi px31 av-j, cst pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 8
307 for he acts an unnatural part, and therefore must put a continual force and restraint upon himself. for he acts an unnatural part, and Therefore must put a continual force and restraint upon himself. c-acp pns31 vvz dt j n1, cc av vmb vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp px31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 8
308 Truth alwayes lies uppermost, and if a Man do not carefully attend, he will be apt to bolt it out: Truth always lies uppermost, and if a Man do not carefully attend, he will be apt to bolt it out: n1 av vvz j, cc cs dt n1 vdb xx av-j vvi, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pn31 av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 8
309 Whereas he that acts sincerely, hath the easiest task in the world, because he follows Nature, Whereas he that acts sincerely, hath the Easiest task in the world, Because he follows Nature, cs pns31 cst vvz av-j, vhz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 8
310 and so is put to no trouble and care about his words and actions; and so is put to no trouble and care about his words and actions; cc av vbz vvn p-acp dx n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 8
311 he needs not invent any pretences beforehand, nor make excuses afterwards for any thing he hath said or done. he needs not invent any pretences beforehand, nor make excuses afterwards for any thing he hath said or done. pns31 vvz xx vvi d n2 av, ccx vvi n2 av p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn cc vdn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 8
312 But Insincerity is very troublesome to manage; a Man hath so many things to attend to, so many ends to bring together, But Insincerity is very troublesome to manage; a Man hath so many things to attend to, so many ends to bring together, p-acp n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi; dt n1 vhz av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, av d n2 pc-acp vvi av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
313 as make his life a very perplext and intricate thing: as make his life a very perplexed and intricate thing: c-acp vvb po31 n1 dt j vvn cc j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
314 Oportet mendacem esse memorem, A lyar had need have a good memory, lest he contradict at one time what he said at another; Oportet mendacem esse memorem, A liar had need have a good memory, lest he contradict At one time what he said At Another; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 vhd n1 vhi dt j n1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp crd n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
315 but Truth is always consistent with it self, and needs nothing to help it out; but Truth is always consistent with it self, and needs nothing to help it out; cc-acp n1 vbz av j p-acp pn31 n1, cc vvz pix pc-acp vvi pn31 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
316 it is always near at hand, and sits upon our Lips, and is ready to drop out before we are aware, it is always near At hand, and sits upon our Lips, and is ready to drop out before we Are aware, pn31 vbz av av-j p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp po12 n2, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi av c-acp pns12 vbr j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
317 whereas a Lye is troublesome and sets a Mans invention upon the Rack, and one trick needs a great many more to make it good: whereas a Lie is troublesome and sets a men invention upon the Rack, and one trick needs a great many more to make it good: cs dt n1 vbz j cc vvz dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc crd n1 av dt j d dc pc-acp vvi pn31 j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
318 It is like building upon a false Foundation, which continually stands in need of props to shoar it up, It is like building upon a false Foundation, which continually Stands in need of props to shore it up, pn31 vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 pn31 a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
319 and proves at last more chargable, than to have raised a substantial Building at first upon a true and solid Foundation; and Proves At last more chargeable, than to have raised a substantial Building At First upon a true and solid Foundation; cc vvz p-acp ord av-dc j, cs pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1 p-acp ord p-acp dt j cc j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
320 for Sincerity is firm and substantial, and there is nothing hollow and unsound in it, for Sincerity is firm and substantial, and there is nothing hollow and unsound in it, p-acp n1 vbz j cc j, cc pc-acp vbz pix j-jn cc j p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
321 and because it is plain and open, fears no discovery, of which the Crafty Man is always in danger, and Because it is plain and open, fears no discovery, of which the Crafty Man is always in danger, cc c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j, vvz dx n1, pp-f r-crq dt j n1 vbz av p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
322 and when he thinks he walks in the dark, all his pretences are so transparent, that he that runs may read them; and when he thinks he walks in the dark, all his pretences Are so transparent, that he that runs may read them; cc c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz p-acp dt j, d po31 n2 vbr av j, cst pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
323 he is the last Man that finds himself to be found out, and whilst he takes it for granted that he makes Fools of others, he renders himself ridiculous. he is the last Man that finds himself to be found out, and while he Takes it for granted that he makes Fools of Others, he renders himself ridiculous. pns31 vbz dt ord n1 cst vvz px31 pc-acp vbi vvn av, cc cs pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp vvn cst pns31 vvz n2 pp-f n2-jn, pns31 vvz px31 j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 8
324 Add to all this, that Sincerity is the most compendious Wisdom, and an excellent instrument for the speedy dispatch of Business; Add to all this, that Sincerity is the most compendious Wisdom, and an excellent Instrument for the speedy dispatch of Business; vvb p-acp d d, cst n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
325 it creates confidence in those we have to deal with, saves the labour of many enquiries, it creates confidence in those we have to deal with, saves the labour of many Enquiries, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp d pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
326 and brings things to an issue in few words: and brings things to an issue in few words: cc vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
327 It is like travelling in a plain beaten Road, which commonly brings a Man sooner to his Journeys end, It is like traveling in a plain beaten Road, which commonly brings a Man sooner to his Journeys end, pn31 vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1 av-c p-acp po31 n2 vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
328 than By-ways in which Men often lose themselves. than Byways in which Men often loose themselves. cs n2 p-acp r-crq n2 av vvi px32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
329 In a word, whatsoever convenience may be thought to be in falshood and dissimulation, it is soon over; In a word, whatsoever convenience may be Thought to be in falsehood and dissimulation, it is soon over; p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz av a-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
330 but the inconvenience of it is perpetual, because it brings a Man under an everlasting jealousie and suspicion, but the inconvenience of it is perpetual, Because it brings a Man under an everlasting jealousy and suspicion, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
331 so that he is not believed when he speaks truth, nor trusted when perhaps he means honestly: so that he is not believed when he speaks truth, nor trusted when perhaps he means honestly: av cst pns31 vbz xx vvn c-crq pns31 vvz n1, ccx vvd c-crq av pns31 vvz av-j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
332 When a Man hath once forfeited the reputation of his Integrity, he is set fast, and nothing will then serve his turn, neither Truth nor Falshood. When a Man hath once forfeited the reputation of his Integrity, he is Set fast, and nothing will then serve his turn, neither Truth nor Falsehood. c-crq dt n1 vhz a-acp vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz vvn av-j, cc pix vmb av vvi po31 n1, dx n1 ccx n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 8
333 And I have often thought, that God hath in great Wisdom hid from Men of false and dishonest minds the wonderful advantages of Truth and Integrity to the prosperity even of our worldly Affairs; And I have often Thought, that God hath in great Wisdom hid from Men of false and dishonest minds the wondered advantages of Truth and Integrity to the Prosperity even of our worldly Affairs; cc pns11 vhb av vvn, cst np1 vhz p-acp j n1 vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n2 dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 av pp-f po12 j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
334 these Men are so blinded by their Covetousness and Ambition, that they cannot look beyond a present advantage, these Men Are so blinded by their Covetousness and Ambition, that they cannot look beyond a present advantage, d n2 vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
335 nor forbear to seize upon it, tho by ways never so indirect: nor forbear to seize upon it, though by ways never so indirect: ccx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cs p-acp n2 av-x av j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
336 They cannot see so far, as to the remote Consequences of a steady Integrity, and the vast benefit and advantages which it will bring a Man at last. They cannot see so Far, as to the remote Consequences of a steady Integrity, and the vast benefit and advantages which it will bring a Man At last. pns32 vmbx vvi av av-j, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j n1 cc n2 r-crq pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp ord. (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
337 Were but this sort of Men wise and clearsighted enough to discern this, they would be honest, out of very Knavery, not out of any love to Honesty and Vertue, Were but this sort of Men wise and clearsighted enough to discern this, they would be honest, out of very Knavery, not out of any love to Honesty and Virtue, np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 j cc j av-d pc-acp vvi d, pns32 vmd vbi j, av pp-f j n1, xx av pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
338 but with a crafty design to promote and advance more effectually their own Interests; but with a crafty Design to promote and advance more effectually their own Interests; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-dc av-j po32 d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
339 and therefore the Justice of the Divine Providence hath hid this truest point of Wisdom from their Eyes, that bad men might not be upon equal Terms with the Just and Upright, and Therefore the justice of the Divine Providence hath hid this Truest point of Wisdom from their Eyes, that bad men might not be upon equal Terms with the Just and Upright, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vhz vvn d js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst j n2 vmd xx vbi p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt j cc av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
340 and serve their own wicked Designs by honest and lawful means. and serve their own wicked Designs by honest and lawful means. cc vvi po32 d j n2 p-acp j cc j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 8
341 Indeed, if a man were only to deal in the world for a day, and should never have occasion to converse more with Mankind, never more need their good opinion, Indeed, if a man were only to deal in the world for a day, and should never have occasion to converse more with Mankind, never more need their good opinion, av, cs dt n1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vmd av-x vhi n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp n1, av-x av-dc vvi po32 j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 8
342 or good Word, it were then no great matter (speaking as to the concernments of this world) if a man spent his Reputation all at once, or good Word, it were then no great matter (speaking as to the concernments of this world) if a man spent his Reputation all At once, cc j n1, pn31 vbdr av dx j n1 (vvg a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1) cs dt n1 vvd po31 n1 av-d p-acp a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 8
343 and ventured it at one throw; and ventured it At one throw; cc vvd pn31 p-acp crd n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 8
344 but if he be to continue in the world, and would have the advantage of Conversation whilst he is in it, let him make use of Truth and Sincerity in all his Words and Actions, but if he be to continue in the world, and would have the advantage of Conversation while he is in it, let him make use of Truth and Sincerity in all his Words and Actions, cc-acp cs pns31 vbi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pns31 vbz p-acp pn31, vvb pno31 vvi n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 8
345 for nothing but this will last and hold out to the end; for nothing but this will last and hold out to the end; c-acp pix cc-acp d vmb vvi cc vvi av p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 8
346 all other Arts will fail, but Truth and Integrity will carry a man through, and bear him out to the last. all other Arts will fail, but Truth and Integrity will carry a man through, and bear him out to the last. d j-jn n2 vmb vvi, cc-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp, cc vvi pno31 av p-acp dt ord. (6) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 8
347 'Tis the Observation of Solomon (Prov. 12. 19.) The lip of Truth is established, It's the Observation of Solomon (Curae 12. 19.) The lip of Truth is established, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 (np1 crd crd) dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
348 for ever, but a lying Tongue is but for a moment. for ever, but a lying Tongue is but for a moment. c-acp av, cc-acp dt j-vvg n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
349 And the wiser any man is, the more clearly will he discern, how serviceable Sincerity is to all the great ends and purposes of humane life; And the Wiser any man is, the more clearly will he discern, how serviceable Sincerity is to all the great ends and Purposes of humane life; cc dt jc d n1 vbz, dt av-dc av-j vmb pns31 vvi, c-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
350 and that man hath made a good progress, and profited much in the School of Wisdom, who valueth Truth and Sincerity according to their worth: and that man hath made a good progress, and profited much in the School of Wisdom, who valueth Truth and Sincerity according to their worth: cc d n1 vhz vvn dt j n1, cc vvd av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
351 Every man will readily grant them to be great Vertues and Arguments of a generous mind; Every man will readily grant them to be great Virtues and Arguments of a generous mind; d n1 vmb av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
352 but that there is so much of true Wisdom in them, and that they really serve to profit our interest in this World seems a great Paradox to the generality of Men, but that there is so much of true Wisdom in them, and that they really serve to profit our Interest in this World seems a great Paradox to the generality of Men, cc-acp cst pc-acp vbz av d pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32, cc cst pns32 av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
353 and yet I doubt not but it is undoubtedly true, and generally found to be so, in the experience of Mankind. and yet I doubt not but it is undoubtedly true, and generally found to be so, in the experience of Mankind. cc av pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn31 vbz av-j j, cc av-j vvd pc-acp vbi av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 8
354 Lastly, Consider that it is not worth our while to dissemble, considering the shortness and especially the uncertainty of our Lives. Lastly, Consider that it is not worth our while to dissemble, considering the shortness and especially the uncertainty of our Lives. ord, vvb cst pn31 vbz xx j po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, vvg dt n1 cc av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
355 To what purpose should we be so cunning, when our abode in this world is so short and uncertain? Why should any man by dissembling his Judgment, To what purpose should we be so cunning, when our Abided in this world is so short and uncertain? Why should any man by dissembling his Judgement, p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns12 vbi av j-jn, c-crq po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j? q-crq vmd d n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
356 or acting contrary to it, incur at once the displeasure of God, and the discontent of his own mind? Especially if we consider, that all our Dissimulation shall one day be made manifest and published on the open Theatre of the World, or acting contrary to it, incur At once the displeasure of God, and the discontent of his own mind? Especially if we Consider, that all our Dissimulation shall one day be made manifest and published on the open Theatre of the World, cc vvg n-jn p-acp pn31, vvi p-acp a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n-jn pp-f po31 d n1? av-j cs pns12 vvb, cst d po12 n1 vmb crd n1 vbb vvn j cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
357 before God Angels and Men, to our everlasting Shame and Confusion; before God Angels and Men, to our everlasting Shame and Confusion; c-acp np1 n2 cc n2, p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
358 all Disguise and Vizards shall then be pluckt off, and every man shall appear in his true Colours. all Disguise and Vizards shall then be plucked off, and every man shall appear in his true Colours. d n1 cc n2 vmb av vbi vvn a-acp, cc d n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
359 For then the Secrets of Men shall be judged, and God will bring every Work into Judgment, For then the Secrets of Men shall be judged, and God will bring every Work into Judgement, c-acp av dt n2-jn pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc np1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
360 and every secret thing, whether it be Good, or whether it be Evil. Nothing is now covered, which shall not then be revealed, and every secret thing, whither it be Good, or whither it be Evil. Nothing is now covered, which shall not then be revealed, cc d j-jn n1, cs pn31 vbb j, cc cs pn31 vbb np1 np1 vbz av vvn, r-crq vmb xx av vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
361 nor hid which shall not then be known. nor hid which shall not then be known. ccx vvd r-crq vmb xx av vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 8
362 Let us then be now what we would 〈 ◊ 〉 glad to be found in that day, Let us then be now what we would 〈 ◊ 〉 glad to be found in that day, vvb pno12 av vbi av r-crq pns12 vmd 〈 sy 〉 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
363 when all pretences shall be examined, and the closest Hypocrisie of Men shall be laid open and dasht out of Countenance; when all pretences shall be examined, and the closest Hypocrisy of Men shall be laid open and dashed out of Countenance; c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt js n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn j cc vvn av pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
364 when the Secrets of all Hearts shall be disclosed, and all the hidden Works of Darkness shall be revealed, when the Secrets of all Hearts shall be disclosed, and all the hidden Works of Darkness shall be revealed, c-crq dt n2-jn pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc d dt j-vvn vvz pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
365 and all our Thoughts, Words and Actions shall be brought to a strict and severe Tryal, and all our Thoughts, Words and Actions shall be brought to a strict and severe Trial, cc d po12 n2, n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
366 and be censured by that impartial and infallible Judgment of God, which is according to Truth: and be censured by that impartial and infallible Judgement of God, which is according to Truth: cc vbi vvn p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvg p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
367 In the day when God shall judge the secrets of men, by Jesus Christ, To whom, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be Glory now and for ever. Amen. In the day when God shall judge the secrets of men, by jesus christ, To whom, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be Glory now and for ever. Amen. p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2, p-acp np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq, p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, vbb n1 av cc p-acp av. uh-n. (6) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
368 A SERMON Preached at WHITE-HALL MDCLXXXVI. Before the Princess ANN. A SERMON Preached At WHITEHALL MDCLXXXVI. Before the Princess ANN. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
369 HEB. XI. 17, 18, 19. By Faith Abraham when he was Tryed offered up Isaac: And he that had received the Promises offered up his only begotton Son; HEBREW. XI. 17, 18, 19. By Faith Abraham when he was Tried offered up Isaac: And he that had received the Promises offered up his only begotton Son; n1. crd. crd, crd, crd p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvd vvn p-acp np1: cc pns31 cst vhd vvn dt vvz vvn a-acp po31 j vvn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
370 Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy Seed be called: Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the Dead; Of whom it was said, That in Isaac shall thy Seed be called: Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the Dead; pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn, cst p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn: vvg cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, av p-acp dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
371 From whence also he received him in a Figure. From whence also he received him in a Figure. p-acp c-crq av pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 8
372 THE design of this Epistle to the Hebrews, is to recommend to them the Christian Religion, to which they were but newly Converted, THE Design of this Epistle to the Hebrews, is to recommend to them the Christian Religion, to which they were but newly Converted, dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt np2, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt njp n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr cc-acp av-j vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 8
373 and to encourage them to Constancy in the profession of it, notwithstanding the Sufferings which attended it. and to encourage them to Constancy in the profession of it, notwithstanding the Sufferings which attended it. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp dt n2 r-crq vvd pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 8
374 He sets before them in this Chapter several examples in the Old Testament of those, (who tho? they were under a much more imperfect dispensation) yet by a stedfast belief in God and his promises, had performed such wonderful acts of Obedience and Self-denyal. He sets before them in this Chapter several Examples in the Old Testament of those, (who though? they were under a much more imperfect Dispensation) yet by a steadfast belief in God and his promises, had performed such wondered acts of obedience and Self-denial. pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, (r-crq av? pns32 vbdr p-acp dt d av-dc j n1) av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, vhd vvn d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 8
375 He begins with the Patriarchs before the Flood, but insists chiefly upon the examples of two eminent Persons of their own Nation, He begins with the Patriarchs before the Flood, but insists chiefly upon the Examples of two eminent Persons of their own nation, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz av-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd j n2 pp-f po32 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 8
376 as nearest to them, and most likely to prevail upon them, the Examples of Abraham and Moses, the one the Father of their Nation, the other their great Lawgiver, as nearest to them, and most likely to prevail upon them, the Examples of Abraham and Moses, the one the Father of their nation, the other their great Lawgiver, c-acp av-j p-acp pno32, cc av-ds j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, dt crd dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, dt n-jn po32 j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 8
377 and both of them the greatest Patterns of Faith, and Obedience, and Self-denyal, that the History of all former Ages, from the beginning of the World, had afforded. and both of them the greatest Patterns of Faith, and obedience, and Self-denial, that the History of all former Ages, from the beginning of the World, had afforded. cc d pp-f pno32 dt js n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d j n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vhd vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 8
378 I shall at this time, by God's assistance, treat of the first of these, the Example of Abraham, the Constancy of whose Faith, I shall At this time, by God's assistance, Treat of the First of these, the Exampl of Abraham, the Constancy of whose Faith, pns11 vmb p-acp d n1, p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pp-f dt ord pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 8
379 and the cheerfulness of whose Obedience, even in the difficultest Cases, is so remarkable above all the other Examples mentioned in this Chapter. and the cheerfulness of whose obedience, even in the difficultest Cases, is so remarkable above all the other Examples mentioned in this Chapter. cc dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1, av p-acp dt vv2 n2, vbz av j p-acp d dt j-jn n2 vvn p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 8
380 For at the Command of God, he left his Kindred and his Country, not knowing whither he should go. For At the Command of God, he left his Kindred and his Country, not knowing whither he should go. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc po31 n1, xx vvg c-crq pns31 vmd vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 8
381 By which eminent Act of Obedience, he declared himself to be wholly at God's Disposal, and ready to follow him: By which eminent Act of obedience, he declared himself to be wholly At God's Disposal, and ready to follow him: p-acp r-crq j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi av-jn p-acp npg1 n1, cc j pc-acp vvi pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 8
382 But this was no tryal in comparison of that here in my Text, when God commanded him to offer up his only Son. But this was no trial in comparison of that Here in my Text, when God commanded him to offer up his only Son. cc-acp d vbds dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f cst av p-acp po11 n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 j n1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 8
383 But such was the immutable stedfastness of his Faith, and the perfect submission of his Obedience, that it does not appear that he made the least check at it; But such was the immutable steadfastness of his Faith, and the perfect submission of his obedience, that it does not appear that he made the least check At it; p-acp d vbds dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vvd dt ds n1 p-acp pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 8
384 but out of perfect Reverence and Obedience to the Authority of the divine Command, he went about it as readily and cheerfully, but out of perfect reverence and obedience to the authority of the divine Command, he went about it as readily and cheerfully, cc-acp av pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 a-acp av-j cc av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 8
385 as if God had bid him do some small thing: By Faith Abraham when he was tryed offered up Isaac. as if God had bid him do Some small thing: By Faith Abraham when he was tried offered up Isaac. c-acp cs np1 vhd vvn pno31 vdi d j n1: p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn vvn p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 8
386 For the explication of which Words, it will be requisite to consider two things. First, The Tryal or Temptation in general. For the explication of which Words, it will be requisite to Consider two things. First, The Trial or Temptation in general. p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n2, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi crd n2. ord, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 8
387 Secondly, The Excellency of Abraham 's Faith and Obedience upon this Tryal. First, The Tryal or Temptation in general: Secondly, The Excellency of Abraham is Faith and obedience upon this Trial. First, The Trial or Temptation in general: ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. ord, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 8
388 It is said that Abraham when he was tryed, the word is NONLATINALPHABET, being Tempted: That is, God intending to make Tryal of his Faith and Obedience; It is said that Abraham when he was tried, the word is, being Tempted: That is, God intending to make Trial of his Faith and obedience; pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, dt n1 vbz, vbg vvn: cst vbz, np1 vvg pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 8
389 and so it is exprest Gen. 22. 1. Where it is said, that God did Tempt Abraham, and said unto him, take now thy Son, thine only Son. and so it is expressed Gen. 22. 1. Where it is said, that God did Tempt Abraham, and said unto him, take now thy Son, thine only Son. cc av pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vdd vvb np1, cc vvd p-acp pno31, vvb av po21 n1, po21 j n1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 8
390 Now there are two difficulties concerning this matter: It seems contrary to Scripture, that God should Tempt any Man; Now there Are two difficulties Concerning this matter: It seems contrary to Scripture, that God should Tempt any Man; av a-acp vbr crd n2 vvg d n1: pn31 vvz j-jn p-acp n1, cst np1 vmd vvb d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 8
391 and contrary to Reason, because God who knows what every Man will do, needed not to make tryal of any Man's Faith or Obedience. and contrary to Reason, Because God who knows what every Man will do, needed not to make trial of any Man's Faith or obedience. cc j-jn p-acp n1, c-acp np1 r-crq vvz q-crq d n1 vmb vdi, vvd xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d ng1 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 8
392 First, It seems contrary to Scripture, which say's, God Tempts no Man: and 'tis most true, that God Tempts no Man, with a design to draw him into Sin; First, It seems contrary to Scripture, which say's, God Tempts no Man: and it's most true, that God Tempts no Man, with a Design to draw him into since; ord, pn31 vvz j-jn p-acp n1, r-crq vvz, np1 vvz dx n1: cc pn31|vbz av-ds j, cst np1 vvz dx n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 8
393 but this doth not hinder, but he may try their Faith and Obedience with great difficulties, to make them the more illustrious. but this does not hinder, but he may try their Faith and obedience with great difficulties, to make them the more illustrious. cc-acp d vdz xx vvi, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 8
394 Thus God Tempted Abraham; and he permitted Job, and even our Blessed Saviour himself to be thus Tempted. Thus God Tempted Abraham; and he permitted Job, and even our Blessed Saviour himself to be thus Tempted. av np1 vvn np1; cc pns31 vvd np1, cc av po12 j-vvn n1 px31 pc-acp vbi av vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 8
395 Secondly, It seems contrary to Reason, that God, who knows what any Man will do in any Circumstances, should go to make Tryal of it. Secondly, It seems contrary to Reason, that God, who knows what any Man will do in any circumstances, should go to make Trial of it. ord, pn31 vvz j-jn p-acp n1, cst np1, r-crq vvz q-crq d n1 vmb vdi p-acp d n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 8
396 But God does not try Men for his own information, but to give an illustrious Proof and Example to others of Faith and Obedience: But God does not try Men for his own information, but to give an illustrious Proof and Exampl to Others of Faith and obedience: p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi n2 p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 8
397 And tho after this Tryal of Abraham, God says to him, now I know that thou lovest me, And though After this Trial of Abraham, God Says to him, now I know that thou Lovest me, cc cs p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvz p-acp pno31, av pns11 vvb cst pns21 vv2 pno11, (7) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 8
398 because thou hast not withheld thy Son, thine only Son from me; Yet we are to understand this as spoken after the manner of Men; Because thou hast not withheld thy Son, thine only Son from me; Yet we Are to understand this as spoken After the manner of Men; c-acp pns21 vh2 xx vvn po21 n1, po21 j n1 p-acp pno11; av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 8
399 As God elsewhere speaks to Abraham concerning Sodom; I will go down now to see whether they have done altogether aecording to the cry which is come up unto me, As God elsewhere speaks to Abraham Concerning Sodom; I will go down now to see whither they have done altogether according to the cry which is come up unto me, c-acp np1 av vvz p-acp np1 vvg np1; pns11 vmb vvi a-acp av pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vhb vdn av av-vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11, (7) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 8
400 and if not, I will know. and if not, I will know. cc cs xx, pns11 vmb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 8
401 I proceed to the Second thing I proposed, The Excellency of Abraham's Faith and Obedience upon this Tryal: I proceed to the Second thing I proposed, The Excellency of Abraham's Faith and obedience upon this Trial: pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 8
402 By Faith Abraham when he was tryed offered up Isaac. By Faith Abraham when he was tried offered up Isaac. p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn vvn p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 8
403 God accepts of it, as if he had done it, because he had done it in part, God accepts of it, as if he had done it, Because he had done it in part, np1 vvz pp-f pn31, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vdn pn31, c-acp pns31 vhd vdn pn31 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 8
404 and was ready to have performed the rest, if God had not countermanded him. and was ready to have performed the rest, if God had not countermanded him. cc vbds j pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1, cs np1 vhd xx vvn pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 8
405 And this act of Faith and Obedience in Abraham will appear the more illustrious, if we consider these three things. And this act of Faith and obedience in Abraham will appear the more illustrious, if we Consider these three things. cc d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 vmb vvi dt av-dc j, cs pns12 vvb d crd n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 8
406 First, The firmness and stedfastness of his Faith, notwithstanding the objections against it. Secondly, The constancy of his resolution, notwithstanding the difficulty of the thing. First, The firmness and steadfastness of his Faith, notwithstanding the objections against it. Secondly, The constancy of his resolution, notwithstanding the difficulty of the thing. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp pn31. ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 8
407 Thirdly, The reasonableness of his Faith, in that he gave satisfaction to himself in so hard and perplext a Case. Thirdly, The reasonableness of his Faith, in that he gave satisfaction to himself in so hard and perplexed a Case. ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp cst pns31 vvd n1 p-acp px31 p-acp av j cc vvn dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 8
408 First, The firmness and stedfastness of his Faith will appear, if we consider what objections there were in the case, enough to shake a very strong Faith. First, The firmness and steadfastness of his Faith will appear, if we Consider what objections there were in the case, enough to shake a very strong Faith. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb r-crq n2 a-acp vbdr p-acp dt n1, av-d pc-acp vvi dt j j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 8
409 There were three great objections against this Command, and such as might in reason make a wise and good Man doubtful whether this Command were from God. There were three great objections against this Command, and such as might in reason make a wise and good Man doubtful whither this Command were from God. pc-acp vbdr crd j n2 p-acp d n1, cc d c-acp vmd p-acp n1 vvi dt j cc j n1 j cs d n1 vbdr p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 8
410 The horrid nature of the thing commanded. The grievous scandal that might seem almost unavoidably to follow upon it. The horrid nature of the thing commanded. The grievous scandal that might seem almost avoidable to follow upon it. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd. dt j n1 cst vmd vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 8
411 And the horrible consequence of it, which seemed to make the former promise of God to Abraham void. And the horrible consequence of it, which seemed to make the former promise of God to Abraham void. cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 8
412 First, the horrid nature of the thing commanded, which was for a Father to kill his own Child; First, the horrid nature of the thing commanded, which was for a Father to kill his own Child; ord, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 8
413 this must needs appear very barbarous and unnatural, and look liker a Sacrifice to an Idol, than to the true God. this must needs appear very barbarous and unnatural, and look liker a Sacrifice to an Idol, than to the true God. d vmb av vvi av j cc j, cc vvb jc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp dt j np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 8
414 It seemed to be against the Law of Nature, and directly contrary to that kindness and affection which God himself had planted in the hearts of Parents towards their Children. It seemed to be against the Law of Nature, and directly contrary to that kindness and affection which God himself had planted in the hearts of Parents towards their Children. pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j j-jn p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 px31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 8
415 And there is no affection more natutural and strong than this, for there are many persons that would redeem the Lives of their Children with the hazard of their own. And there is no affection more natutural and strong than this, for there Are many Persons that would Redeem the Lives of their Children with the hazard of their own. cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-dc j cc j cs d, c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 8
416 Now that God hath planted such an affection in Nature, is an argument that it is good, Now that God hath planted such an affection in Nature, is an argument that it is good, av cst np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 cst pn31 vbz j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 8
417 and therefore it could not but seem strange that he should command any thing contrary to it: and Therefore it could not but seem strange that he should command any thing contrary to it: cc av pn31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi j cst pns31 vmd vvi d n1 j-jn p-acp pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 8
418 And in this case, there were two circumstances that increased the horrour of the fact; That his Son was innocent; And in this case, there were two Circumstances that increased the horror of the fact; That his Son was innocent; cc p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbdr crd n2 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cst po31 n1 vbds j-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 8
419 and that he was to Slay him with his own hands. First, That his Son was Innocent. and that he was to Slay him with his own hands. First, That his Son was Innocent. cc cst pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n2. ord, cst po31 n1 vbds j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 8
420 It would grieve the heart of any Father to give up his Son to Death, tho he were never so undutiful and disobedient. It would grieve the heart of any Father to give up his Son to Death, though he were never so undutiful and disobedient. pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, cs pns31 vbdr av-x av j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 8
421 So passionately was David affected with the death of his Son Absolom, as to wish he had dyed for him, So passionately was David affected with the death of his Son Absalom, as to wish he had died for him, av av-j vbds np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, a-acp pc-acp vvi pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 8
422 tho he dyed in the very act of Rebellion, and tho the saving of his Life had been inconsistent with the Peace of his Government. though he died in the very act of Rebellion, and though the Saving of his Life had been inconsistent with the Peace of his Government. cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc cs dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 vhd vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 8
423 How deep then must it sink into the heart of a Father to give up his innocent Son to death? And such a Son was Isaac, for any thing appeared to the contrary. How deep then must it sink into the heart of a Father to give up his innocent Son to death? And such a Son was Isaac, for any thing appeared to the contrary. c-crq j-jn av vmb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 j-jn n1 p-acp n1? cc d dt n1 vbds np1, p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp dt n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 8
424 God himself gave him this testimony, that he was the Son whom his Father loved, and there is no intimation of any thing to the contrary: God himself gave him this testimony, that he was the Son whom his Father loved, and there is no intimation of any thing to the contrary: np1 px31 vvd pno31 d n1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvd, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 8
425 Now this could not but appear strange to a good Man, that God should command an innocent person to be put to death. But, Secondly, Now this could not but appear strange to a good Man, that God should command an innocent person to be put to death. But, Secondly, av d vmd xx cc-acp vvi j p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. p-acp, ord, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 8
426 That a Father should be commanded, not only to give up his Son to death, but to slay him with his own Hands; That a Father should be commanded, not only to give up his Son to death, but to slay him with his own Hands; cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, xx av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 8
427 not only to be a Spectator, but to be the Actor in this Tragedy; not only to be a Spectator, but to be the Actor in this Tragedy; xx av-j pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 8
428 What Father would not shrink, and start back at such a Command? What good Man, especially in such a case, What Father would not shrink, and start back At such a Command? What good Man, especially in such a case, q-crq n1 vmd xx vvi, cc vvb av p-acp d dt n1? q-crq j n1, av-j p-acp d dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 8
429 and where Nature was so hard prest, would not have been apt to have looked upon such a Revelation as this, rather as the suggestion and illusion of an evil Spirit, and where Nature was so hard pressed, would not have been apt to have looked upon such a Revelation as this, rather as the suggestion and illusion of an evil Spirit, cc c-crq n1 vbds av av-j vvn, vmd xx vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, av-c p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 8
430 than a Command of God? And yet Abraham 's Faith was not staggered, so as to call this Revelation of God in question. than a Command of God? And yet Abraham is Faith was not staggered, so as to call this Revelation of God in question. cs dt n1 pp-f np1? cc av np1 vbz n1 vbds xx vvn, av c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 8
431 Secondly, The grievous scandal that might seem almost unavoidably to follow upon it, was another great objection against it; Secondly, The grievous scandal that might seem almost avoidable to follow upon it, was Another great objection against it; ord, dt j n1 cst vmd vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vbds j-jn j n1 p-acp pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 8
432 the report of such an action would in all appearance blemish the reputation, even of so good a Man, amongst all sober and considerate persons, who could hardly forbear to censure him, the report of such an actium would in all appearance blemish the reputation, even of so good a Man, among all Sobrium and considerate Persons, who could hardly forbear to censure him, dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vmd p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1, av pp-f av j dt n1, p-acp d j cc j n2, r-crq vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 8
433 as a wicked and unnatural Man. as a wicked and unnatural Man. c-acp dt j cc j n1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 8
434 And this was a hard case, for a Man to be put to Sacrifice at once, two of the dearest things in the world, his Reputation and his Son; And this was a hard case, for a Man to be put to Sacrifice At once, two of the dearest things in the world, his Reputation and his Son; cc d vbds dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp a-acp, crd pp-f dt js-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 cc po31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 8
435 nor could he have easily defended himself from this imputation, by alledging an express Revelation and Command of God for it; nor could he have Easily defended himself from this imputation, by alleging an express Revelation and Command of God for it; ccx vmd pns31 vhb av-j vvn px31 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 8
436 for who would give credit to it? for who would give credit to it? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi n1 p-acp pn31? (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 8
437 A Revelation to another Man is nothing to me, unless I be assured that he had such a Revelation, which I cannot be, A Revelation to Another Man is nothing to me, unless I be assured that he had such a Revelation, which I cannot be, dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 vbz pix p-acp pno11, cs pns11 vbb vvn cst pns31 vhd d dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmbx vbi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 8
438 but either by another immediate revelation, or by some Miracle to confirm it. but either by Another immediate Revelation, or by Some Miracle to confirm it. cc-acp d p-acp j-jn j n1, cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 8
439 The act had an appearance of so much horrour, that it was not easily credible that God should command it; The act had an appearance of so much horror, that it was not Easily credible that God should command it; dt n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f av d n1, cst pn31 vbds xx av-j j cst np1 vmd vvi pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 8
440 and if every Mans confident pretence to revelation be admitted, the worst actions may plead this in their excuse. and if every men confident pretence to Revelation be admitted, the worst actions may plead this in their excuse. cc cs d ng1 j n1 p-acp n1 vbb vvn, dt js n2 vmb vvi d p-acp po32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 8
441 So that this pretence would have been so far from excusing his fault, that it must rather have been esteemed a high aggravation of it, by adding the boldest Impiety to the most barbarous Inhumanity. So that this pretence would have been so Far from excusing his fault, that it must rather have been esteemed a high aggravation of it, by adding the Boldest Impiety to the most barbarous Inhumanity. av cst d n1 vmd vhi vbn av av-j p-acp vvg po31 n1, cst pn31 vmb av vhi vbn vvn dt j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg dt js n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 8
442 But Abraham was not stumbled at this, nor at the advantage which the Enemies of his Religion would make of such an occasion, who would be ready to say, Here is your excellent good Man, But Abraham was not stumbled At this, nor At the advantage which the Enemies of his Religion would make of such an occasion, who would be ready to say, Here is your excellent good Man, p-acp np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp d, ccx p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vvi pp-f d dt n1, r-crq vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, av vbz po22 j j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 8
443 and likely to be a Friend of God, who was so cruel an Enemy to his own Son. All this 'tis probable he might consider, and likely to be a Friend of God, who was so cruel an Enemy to his own Son. All this it's probable he might Consider, cc j pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds av j dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1 d d pn31|vbz j pns31 vmd vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 8
444 but it did not move him, being resolved to obey God, and to leave it to his Wisdom to provide against all the inconveniencies that might follow upon it. but it did not move him, being resolved to obey God, and to leave it to his Wisdom to provide against all the inconveniences that might follow upon it. cc-acp pn31 vdd xx vvi pno31, vbg vvn pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 cst vmd vvi p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 8
445 Thirdly, The strongest Objection of all, was the horrible consequence of the thing, which seemed to clash with former Revelations, Thirdly, The Strongest Objection of all, was the horrible consequence of the thing, which seemed to clash with former Revelations, ord, dt js n1 pp-f d, vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 8
446 and to make void the promise which God had before made to Abraham, That in his Seed all the Nations of the Earth should be blessed, which promise was expresly limited to Isaac and his Posterity, who had then no Son. and to make void the promise which God had before made to Abraham, That in his Seed all the nations of the Earth should be blessed, which promise was expressly limited to Isaac and his Posterity, who had then no Son. cc pc-acp vvi j dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp np1, cst p-acp po31 n1 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, r-crq vhd av dx n1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 8
447 And of this difficulty the Apostle takes express notice in the Text, that he that had received the promises (that is, was persuaded of the truth and faithfulness of them) offered up his only begotten Son, of whom it was said, that in Isaac shall thy Seed be called. And of this difficulty the Apostle Takes express notice in the Text, that he that had received the promises (that is, was persuaded of the truth and faithfulness of them) offered up his only begotten Son, of whom it was said, that in Isaac shall thy Seed be called. cc pp-f d n1 dt n1 vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 cst vhd vvn dt n2 (cst vbz, vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32) vvn a-acp po31 j vvn n1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn, cst p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 8
448 And this Objection is really so strong, that if Abraham could not have given himself satisfaction about it, he might justly have questioned the truth of the Revelation; And this Objection is really so strong, that if Abraham could not have given himself satisfaction about it, he might justly have questioned the truth of the Revelation; cc d n1 vbz av-j av j, cst cs np1 vmd xx vhi vvn px31 n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmd av-j vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 8
449 for no Man can possibly entertain two contradictory Revelations, as from God, but he must of necessity question one or both of them; for no Man can possibly entertain two contradictory Revelations, as from God, but he must of necessity question one or both of them; p-acp dx n1 vmb av-j vvi crd n1 n2, c-acp p-acp np1, cc-acp pns31 vmb pp-f n1 vvi crd cc d pp-f pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 8
450 but so strong was Abraham 's Faith, as not to be shaken by the seeming contradiction of these two Revelations. but so strong was Abraham is Faith, as not to be shaken by the seeming contradiction of these two Revelations. cc-acp av j vbds np1 vbz n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d crd n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 8
451 II. We will consider the constancy of his Resolution to obey God, notwithstanding the harshness and difficulty of the thing. II We will Consider the constancy of his Resolution to obey God, notwithstanding the harshness and difficulty of the thing. crd pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
452 Tho Abraham were firmly persuaded that this Command to kill his Son, was really from God; Tho Abraham were firmly persuaded that this Command to kill his Son, was really from God; np1 np1 vbdr av-j vvn cst d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbds av-j p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
453 yet it is no easie matter for a Man to bring himself to obey God in so difficult a case, yet it is no easy matter for a Man to bring himself to obey God in so difficult a case, av pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp av j dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
454 and out of meer reverence to the Divine Authority, to divest himself of his Nature, and to thwart the strongest inclinations of it; and out of mere Reverence to the Divine authority, to divest himself of his Nature, and to thwart the Strongest inclinations of it; cc av pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt js n2 pp-f pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
455 a Man would be very apt to confer with flesh and blood in such a case. a Man would be very apt to confer with Flesh and blood in such a case. dt n1 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
456 Let but any Man that knows what it is to be a Father, lay his hand upon his heart and consider his own Bowels, Let but any Man that knows what it is to be a Father, lay his hand upon his heart and Consider his own Bowels, vvb p-acp d n1 cst vvz r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1, vvb po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi po31 d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
457 and he will be astonished at Abraham 's Obedience as well as his Faith. and he will be astonished At Abraham is obedience as well as his Faith. cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1 p-acp av c-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 8
458 To take his Son, his only Son, his Son whom he loved, and in whom he placed all his hopes of a happy Posterity, and with his own hands to destroy him and all his hopes together; To take his Son, his only Son, his Son whom he loved, and in whom he placed all his hope's of a happy Posterity, and with his own hands to destroy him and all his hope's together; pc-acp vvi po31 n1, po31 j n1, po31 n1 ro-crq pns31 vvd, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd d po31 n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc p-acp po31 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 cc d po31 n2 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 8
459 it must be a strong Faith that will engage a Man to Obedience in so difficult an instance. it must be a strong Faith that will engage a Man to obedience in so difficult an instance. pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp av j dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 8
460 There is one circumstance more especially, which renders Abraham 's Obedience very remarkable; The deliberateness of the action. There is one circumstance more especially, which renders Abraham is obedience very remarkable; The deliberateness of the actium. pc-acp vbz crd n1 av-dc av-j, r-crq vvz np1 vbz n1 av j; dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 8
461 It had not been so much, if so soon as he had received this Command from God, he had upon a suddain impulse and transport of zeal done this. It had not been so much, if so soon as he had received this Command from God, he had upon a sudden impulse and transport of zeal done this. pn31 vhd xx vbn av av-d, cs av av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vhd p-acp dt j n1 cc vvi pp-f n1 vdn d. (7) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 8
462 But that his Obedience might be the more glorious, and have all the circumstances of advantage given to it, God would have it done deliberately, and upon full consideration; But that his obedience might be the more glorious, and have all the Circumstances of advantage given to it, God would have it done deliberately, and upon full consideration; p-acp d po31 n1 vmd vbi dt av-dc j, cc vhb d dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn31, np1 vmd vhi pn31 vdn av-j, cc p-acp j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 8
463 and therefore he bad him go to the Mountain three daies Journey from the place where he was, and Therefore he bade him go to the Mountain three days Journey from the place where he was, cc av pns31 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1 crd ng2 n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds, (7) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 8
464 and there to offer up his Son. It is in acts of Virtue and Obedience, as in acts of Sin and Vice; and there to offer up his Son. It is in acts of Virtue and obedience, as in acts of since and Vice; cc a-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 8
465 the more deliberate the Sin is, and the more calm and sedate temper the Man is in when he commits it, the greater is the fault; the more deliberate the since is, and the more Cam and sedate temper the Man is in when he commits it, the greater is the fault; dt av-dc j dt n1 vbz, cc dt av-dc j-jn cc vvi n1 dt n1 vbz a-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, dt jc vbz dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 8
466 whereas what is done by surprize, in the heat of Temptation or transport of Passion, hath some excuse from the suddainness and indeliberateness of it. whereas what is done by surprise, in the heat of Temptation or transport of Passion, hath Some excuse from the suddainness and indeliberateness of it. cs r-crq vbz vdn p-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi pp-f n1, vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 8
467 So is it in acts of Virtue and Obedience, especially if they be attended with considerable difficulty, the more deliberately they are done, the more virtuous they are, So is it in acts of Virtue and obedience, especially if they be attended with considerable difficulty, the more deliberately they Are done, the more virtuous they Are, av vbz pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp j n1, dt av-dc av-j pns32 vbr vdn, dt av-dc j pns32 vbr, (7) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 8
468 and the greater praise is due to them. and the greater praise is due to them. cc dt jc n1 vbz j-jn p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 8
469 Now that Abraham 's Obedience might want nothing to highten it, God seems on purpose to have put so long a space betwixt the Command and the performance of it; Now that Abraham is obedience might want nothing to heighten it, God seems on purpose to have put so long a Molle betwixt the Command and the performance of it; av cst np1 vbz n1 vmd vvi pix pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi vvn av av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 8
470 he gives him time to cool upon it; to weigh the command, and to look on every side of this difficult duty; he gives him time to cool upon it; to weigh the command, and to look on every side of this difficult duty; pns31 vvz pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f d j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 8
471 he gives scope for his reason to argue and debate the case, and opportunity for natural affection to play its part; he gives scope for his reason to argue and debate the case, and opportunity for natural affection to play its part; pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, cc n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 8
472 and for flesh and blood to raise all its batteries against the resolution which he had taken up. and for Flesh and blood to raise all its batteries against the resolution which he had taken up. cc p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp. (7) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 8
473 And now we may easily imagin, what conflict this good Man had within himself, during those three daies that he was travelling to the Mountain in Moriah; and how his heart was ready to be rent in pieces, betwixt his duty to God, And now we may Easily imagine, what conflict this good Man had within himself, during those three days that he was traveling to the Mountain in Moriah; and how his heart was ready to be rend in Pieces, betwixt his duty to God, cc av pns12 vmb av-j vvi, q-crq n1 d j n1 vhd p-acp px31, p-acp d crd n2 cst pns31 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1; cc c-crq po31 n1 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 8
474 and his affection to his Child; and his affection to his Child; cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 8
475 so that every step of this unwelcome and wearisome journey, he did as it were lay violent hands upon himself. so that every step of this unwelcome and wearisome journey, he did as it were lay violent hands upon himself. av cst d n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, pns31 vdd c-acp pn31 vbdr vvb j n2 p-acp px31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 8
476 He was to offer up his Son but once, but he Sacrificed himself and his own Will every moment for three days together; He was to offer up his Son but once, but he Sacrificed himself and his own Will every moment for three days together; pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 cc-acp a-acp, cc-acp pns31 vvn px31 cc po31 d vmb d n1 p-acp crd n2 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 8
477 and when he came thither, and all things were ready, the Altar, the Wood, and the Fire, and when he Come thither, and all things were ready, the Altar, the Wood, and the Fire, cc c-crq pns31 vvd av, cc d n2 vbdr j, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 8
478 and the Knife, it must needs be a stabbing Question, and wound him to the Heart, which his Innocent Son so innocently askt him, Where is the Lamb, for a Burnt-Offering? and the Knife, it must needs be a stabbing Question, and wound him to the Heart, which his Innocent Son so innocently asked him, Where is the Lamb, for a Burnt-offering? cc dt n1, pn31 vmb av vbi dt j-vvg n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, r-crq po31 j-jn n1 av av-jn vvd pno31, q-crq vbz dt n1, p-acp dt j? (7) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 8
479 It must be a strong Faith indeed, and a mighty Resolution, that could make him to hold out three days against the violent Assaults of his own Nature, It must be a strong Faith indeed, and a mighty Resolution, that could make him to hold out three days against the violent Assaults of his own Nature, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 av, cc dt j n1, cst vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av crd n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 8
480 and the charming Presence of his Son, enough to melt his Heart, as often as he cast his Eyes upon him; and the charming Presence of his Son, enough to melt his Heart, as often as he cast his Eyes upon him; cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 8
481 and yet nothing of all this, made him to stagger in his Duty, but being strong in Faith, he gave glory to God, by one of the most miraculous acts of Obedience that ever was exacted from any of the Sons of Men. III. In the Third and last place, I come to consider the Reasonableness of his Faith, in that he was able to give satisfaction to himself in so intricate and perplext a case. and yet nothing of all this, made him to stagger in his Duty, but being strong in Faith, he gave glory to God, by one of the most miraculous acts of obedience that ever was exacted from any of the Sons of Men. III. In the Third and last place, I come to Consider the Reasonableness of his Faith, in that he was able to give satisfaction to himself in so intricate and perplexed a case. cc av pix pp-f d d, vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vbg j p-acp n1, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1, p-acp crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 cst av vbds vvn p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2. np1. p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp px31 p-acp av j cc vvn dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 8
482 The constancy of Abraham 's Faith, was not an obstinate and stubborn Persuasion; but the result of the wisest reasoning, and soberest consideration. The constancy of Abraham is Faith, was not an obstinate and stubborn Persuasion; but the result of the Wisest reasoning, and Soberest consideration. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, vbds xx dt j cc j n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n-vvg, cc js n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 8
483 So the Text says, that he counted (the word is NONLATINALPHABET he Reasoned with himself) that God was able to raise him up from the Dead; So the Text Says, that he counted (the word is he Reasoned with himself) that God was able to raise him up from the Dead; av dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 vvd (dt n1 vbz pns31 vvd p-acp px31) cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 8
484 so that he debated the matter with himself, and gave himself satisfaction, concerning the Objections and Difficulties in the case; so that he debated the matter with himself, and gave himself satisfaction, Concerning the Objections and Difficulties in the case; av cst pns31 vvn dt n1 p-acp px31, cc vvd px31 n1, vvg dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 8
485 and being fully satisfied that it was a Divine Command, he resolved to obey it. As for the Objections I have mentioned. and being Fully satisfied that it was a Divine Command, he resolved to obey it. As for the Objections I have mentioned. cc vbg av-j vvn cst pn31 vbds dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31. c-acp p-acp dt n2 pns11 vhb vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 8
486 1. The horrid appearance of the thing, that a Father should Slay his Innocent Son. Why should Abraham scruple the doing this, at the Command of God, who being the Author of Life, hath power over it, 1. The horrid appearance of the thing, that a Father should Slay his Innocent Son. Why should Abraham scruple the doing this, At the Command of God, who being the Author of Life, hath power over it, crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi po31 j-jn n1 q-crq vmd np1 n1 dt vdg d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz n1 p-acp pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 8
487 and may resume what he hath given, and take away the Life of any of his Creatures when he will, and may resume what he hath given, and take away the Life of any of his Creatures when he will, cc vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc vvb av dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2 c-crq pns31 vmb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 8
488 and make whom he pleaseth instruments in the execution of his Command? It was indeed a hard case, considering natural affection; and make whom he Pleases Instruments in the execution of his Command? It was indeed a hard case, considering natural affection; cc vvb r-crq pns31 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? pn31 vbds av dt j n1, vvg j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 8
489 and therefore God did not permit it to be executed. But the question of God's Right over the lives of Men; and Therefore God did not permit it to be executed. But the question of God's Right over the lives of Men; cc av np1 vdd xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn. p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 8
490 and of his authority to command any Man to be the instrument of his pleasure in such a case, admits of no dispute. and of his Authority to command any Man to be the Instrument of his pleasure in such a case, admits of no dispute. cc pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1, vvz pp-f dx n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 8
491 And the God hath planted strong affections in Parents towards their Children; And the God hath planted strong affections in Parents towards their Children; cc dt np1 vhz vvn j n2 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 8
492 yet he hath written no Law in any Man's heart, to the prejudice of his own Soverign Right: yet he hath written no Law in any Man's heart, to the prejudice of his own Soverign Right: av pns31 vhz vvn dx n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d j-jn n-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 8
493 This is a case alwaies excepted, and this takes away the objection of Injustice. This is a case always excepted, and this Takes away the objection of Injustice. d vbz dt n1 av vvn, cc d vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 8
494 2. As to the scandal of it, that could be no great objection in those times, 2. As to the scandal of it, that could be no great objection in those times, crd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst vmd vbi dx j n1 p-acp d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 8
495 when the absolute power of Parents over their Children was in it's full force, and they might put them to Death without being accountable for it. when the absolute power of Parents over their Children was in it's full force, and they might put them to Death without being accountable for it. c-crq dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2 vbds p-acp pn31|vbz j n1, cc pns32 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp vbg j p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 8
496 So that then it was no such startling matter, to hear of a Father putting his Child to Death; So that then it was no such startling matter, to hear of a Father putting his Child to Death; av cst cs pn31 vbds dx d vvg n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 8
497 nay, in much later times we find that in the most ancient Laws of the Romans (I mean those of the 12 Tables ) Children are absolutely put in the power of their Parents, to whom is given, jus vitae & necis, a power of Life and Death over them; nay, in much later times we find that in the most ancient Laws of the Romans (I mean those of the 12 Tables) Children Are absolutely put in the power of their Parents, to whom is given, jus vitae & necis, a power of Life and Death over them; uh-x, p-acp d jc n2 pns12 vvb cst p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt np1 (pns11 vvb d pp-f dt crd n2) n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp ro-crq vbz vvn, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 8
498 and likewise to sell them for Slaves. and likewise to fell them for Slaves. cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 8
499 And tho amongst the Jews this paternal power was limited by the Law of Moses; and the judgment of Life and Death was taken out of the Fathers hands, And though among the jews this paternal power was limited by the Law of Moses; and the judgement of Life and Death was taken out of the Father's hands, cc cs p-acp dt np2 d j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbds vvn av pp-f dt ng1 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 8
500 except in case of Contumacy and Rebellion; (and even in that case the Process was to be before the Elders of the City) yet it is certain, that in elder times the paternal power was more absolute and unaccountable, which takes off much from the horror and scandal of the thing, except in case of Contumacy and Rebellion; (and even in that case the Process was to be before the Elders of the city) yet it is certain, that in elder times the paternal power was more absolute and unaccountable, which Takes off much from the horror and scandal of the thing, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (cc av p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbds pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1) av pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp n-jn n2 dt j n1 vbds av-dc j cc j, r-crq vvz a-acp av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 8
501 as it appears now to us who have no such power. as it appears now to us who have no such power. c-acp pn31 vvz av p-acp pno12 r-crq vhb dx d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 8
502 And therefore we do not find in the History, that this Objection did much stick with Abraham: It being then no unusual thing for a Father to put his Child to Death, upon a just account. And Therefore we do not find in the History, that this Objection did much stick with Abraham: It being then no unusual thing for a Father to put his Child to Death, upon a just account. cc av pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 vdd av-d vvi p-acp np1: pn31 vbg av dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 8
503 And the Command of God, who hath absolute Dominion over the Lives of his Creatures, is certainly a just reason; And the Command of God, who hath absolute Dominion over the Lives of his Creatures, is Certainly a just reason; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, vbz av-j dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 8
504 and no Man can reasonably scruple the doing of that, upon the Command of God, which he might have done by his own Authority, without being accountable for the Action, to any but God only. and no Man can reasonably scruple the doing of that, upon the Command of God, which he might have done by his own authority, without being accountable for the Actium, to any but God only. cc dx n1 vmb av-j n1 dt vdg pp-f d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vdn p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp vbg j p-acp dt n1, p-acp d p-acp np1 av-j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 8
505 3. As to the Objection from the horrible consequence of the thing Commanded, that the Slaying of Isaac seemed to overthrow the Promise, which God had made before to Abraham, That in Isaac his Seed should be called: 3. As to the Objection from the horrible consequence of the thing Commanded, that the Slaying of Isaac seemed to overthrow the Promise, which God had made before to Abraham, That in Isaac his Seed should be called: crd p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, cst dt vvg pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn a-acp pc-acp np1, cst p-acp np1 po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 8
506 This seems to him to be the great difficulty, and here he makes use of Reason, to reconcile the seeming Contradiction of this Command of God, to his former Promise. This seems to him to be the great difficulty, and Here he makes use of Reason, to reconcile the seeming Contradiction of this Command of God, to his former Promise. d vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc av pns31 vvz n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 8
507 So the Text tells us, that he offered up his only begotten Son, of whom it was said, that in Isaac, shall thy Seed be called; So the Text tells us, that he offered up his only begotten Son, of whom it was said, that in Isaac, shall thy Seed be called; np1 dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvd a-acp po31 j vvn n1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn, cst p-acp np1, vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 8
508 Reasoning that God was able to raise him up from the Dead. Reasoning that God was able to raise him up from the Dead. vvg cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 8
509 So that tho' Isaac were put to Death, yet he saw how the Promise of God might still be made good by his being raised from the Dead, So that though Isaac were put to Death, yet he saw how the Promise of God might still be made good by his being raised from the Dead, av cst cs np1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, av pns31 vvd c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd av vbi vvn j p-acp po31 vbg vvn p-acp dt j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 8
510 and living afterwards to have a numerous Posterity. and living afterwards to have a numerous Posterity. cc vvg av pc-acp vhi dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 8
511 There had then indeed been no Instance, or Example of any such thing in the World, There had then indeed been no Instance, or Exampl of any such thing in the World, a-acp vhd av av vbn dx n1, cc n1 pp-f d d n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 8
512 as the Resurrection of one from the Dead, which makes Abraham's Faith the more wonderful, as the Resurrection of one from the Dead, which makes Abraham's Faith the more wondered, c-acp dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp dt j, r-crq vvz npg1 n1 dt av-dc j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 8
513 but he confirmed himself in this Belief, by an Example as near the case as might be. but he confirmed himself in this Belief, by an Exampl as near the case as might be. cc-acp pns31 vvd px31 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 c-acp av-j dt n1 c-acp vmd vbi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 8
514 He Reasoned, that God was able to raise him from the Dead, from whence also he had received him in a Figure. He Reasoned, that God was able to raise him from the Dead, from whence also he had received him in a Figure. pns31 vvd, cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j, p-acp c-crq av pns31 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 8
515 This I know is by Interpreters generally understood of Isaac 's being delivered from the Jaws of Death, This I know is by Interpreters generally understood of Isaac is being Delivered from the Jaws of Death, d pns11 vvb vbz p-acp n2 av-j vvn pp-f np1 vbz vbg vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 8
516 when he was laid upon the Altar, and ready to be Slain. when he was laid upon the Altar, and ready to be Slave. c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 8
517 But the Text seems not to speak of what happend after, but of something that had passed before: But the Text seems not to speak of what happened After, but of something that had passed before: p-acp dt n1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq vvd a-acp, cc-acp pp-f pi cst vhd vvn a-acp: (7) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 8
518 By which Abraham confirmed himself in this peruasion, that if he were Slain, God would raise him up again. By which Abraham confirmed himself in this pervasion, that if he were Slave, God would raise him up again. p-acp r-crq np1 vvn px31 p-acp d n1, cst cs pns31 vbdr vvn, np1 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 8
519 And so the words NONLATINALPHABET ought to be rendred, in the past time, from whence also he had received him, in a Figure. And so the words ought to be rendered, in the past time, from whence also he had received him, in a Figure. cc av dt n2 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp c-crq av pns31 vhd vvn pno31, p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 8
520 So that this Expression plainly refers to the miraculous Birth of Isaac, when his Parents were past the Age of having Children; So that this Expression plainly refers to the miraculous Birth of Isaac, when his Parents were passed the Age of having Children; av cst d n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vhg np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 8
521 which was little less than a Resurrection from the Dead. And so the Scripture speaks of it. which was little less than a Resurrection from the Dead. And so the Scripture speaks of it. r-crq vbds av-j av-dc cs dt n1 p-acp dt j. cc av dt n1 vvz pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 8
522 Rom. 4. 17. Abraham believed God, who quickeneth the Dead, and calleth the things which are not, Rom. 4. 17. Abraham believed God, who Quickeneth the Dead, and calls the things which Are not, np1 crd crd np1 vvn np1, r-crq vvz dt j, cc vvz dt n2 r-crq vbr xx, (7) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 8
523 as if they were, and not being weak in Faith, he considered not his own Body which was Dead; as if they were, and not being weak in Faith, he considered not his own Body which was Dead; c-acp cs pns32 vbdr, cc xx vbg j p-acp n1, pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1 r-crq vbds j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 8
524 and a little before the Text, (speaking of the miraculous Birth of Isaac) and therefore sprang there of one, and a little before the Text, (speaking of the miraculous Birth of Isaac) and Therefore sprang there of one, cc dt j p-acp dt n1, (vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1) cc av vvd a-acp pp-f pi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 8
525 and him as good as dead, as many as the Stars of Heaven. From whence (as the Apostle tells us) Abraham Reasoned thus; and him as good as dead, as many as the Stars of Heaven. From whence (as the Apostle tells us) Abraham Reasoned thus; cc pno31 p-acp j c-acp j, c-acp d c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. p-acp c-crq (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) np1 vvd av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 8
526 That God who gave him Isaac at first, in so miraculous a manner, was able by another miracle to restore him to life again, That God who gave him Isaac At First, in so miraculous a manner, was able by Another miracle to restore him to life again, cst np1 r-crq vvd pno31 np1 p-acp ord, p-acp av j dt n1, vbds j p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 8
527 after he was Dead, and to make him the Father of many Nations. After he was Dead, and to make him the Father of many nations. c-acp pns31 vbds j, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 8
528 He Reasoned, that God was able to raise him up from the Dead, from whence also he had received him in a Figure. He Reasoned, that God was able to raise him up from the Dead, from whence also he had received him in a Figure. pns31 vvd, cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j, p-acp c-crq av pns31 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 8
529 Thus you see the reasonableness of Abraham 's Faith; Thus you see the reasonableness of Abraham is Faith; av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 8
530 he pitched upon the main difficulty in the Case, and he answered it, as well as was possible: he pitched upon the main difficulty in the Case, and he answered it, as well as was possible: pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd pn31, c-acp av c-acp vbds j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 8
531 And in his reasoning about this matter, he gives the utmost weight to every thing, that might tend to vindicate the Truth and faithfulness of God's Promise, And in his reasoning about this matter, he gives the utmost weight to every thing, that might tend to vindicate the Truth and faithfulness of God's Promise, cc p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cst vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 8
532 and to make the Revelations of God consistent with one another; and to make the Revelations of God consistent with one Another; cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 j p-acp pi j-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 8
533 and this tho' he had a great Interest, and a very tender concernment of his own, to have biassed him. and this though he had a great Interest, and a very tender concernment of his own, to have biased him. cc d cs pns31 vhd dt j n1, cc dt j j n1 pp-f po31 d, pc-acp vhi vvn pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 8
534 For he might have argued with great appearance and probability the other way: For he might have argued with great appearance and probability the other Way: c-acp pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1 dt j-jn n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 8
535 But as every Pious and Good Man should do, he reasoned on God's side, and favoured that part. But as every Pious and Good Man should do, he reasoned on God's side, and favoured that part. cc-acp c-acp d j cc j n1 vmd vdi, pns31 vvd p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvd cst n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 8
536 Rather than disobey a Command of God, or believe that his promise should be frustrate, he will believe any thing that is credible and possible, how improbable soever. Rather than disobey a Command of God, or believe that his promise should be frustrate, he will believe any thing that is credible and possible, how improbable soever. av-c cs vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb cst po31 n1 vmd vbi vvi, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 cst vbz j cc j, c-crq j av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 8
537 Thus far Faith will go, but no farther: From the believing of plain Contradictions and Impossibilities, it alwayes desires to be excused. Thus Far Faith will go, but no farther: From the believing of plain Contradictions and Impossibilities, it always Desires to be excused. av av-j n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp av-dx av-jc: p-acp dt vvg pp-f j n2 cc n2, pn31 av vvz pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 8
538 Thus much for explication of the Words; Thus much for explication of the Words; av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 8
539 which I hope hath not been altogether unprofitable, because it tends to clear a point which hath something of difficulty and obscurity in it, which I hope hath not been altogether unprofitable, Because it tends to clear a point which hath something of difficulty and obscurity in it, r-crq pns11 vvb vhz xx vbn av j, c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vhz pi pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 8
540 and to vindicate the Holy Scripture, and the Divine Revelation therein contained, from one of the most specious Objections of Infidelity. and to vindicate the Holy Scripture, and the Divine Revelation therein contained, from one of the most specious Objections of Infidelity. cc p-acp vvb dt j n1, cc dt j-jn n1 av vvn, p-acp crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 8
541 But I had a farther design in this Text; But I had a farther Design in this Text; cc-acp pns11 vhd dt jc n1 p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 8
542 And that is to make some Observations and Inferences from it, that may be of use to us. As And that is to make Some Observations and Inferences from it, that may be of use to us. As cc cst vbz pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, cst vmb vbi pp-f n1 p-acp pno12. p-acp (7) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 8
543 First, That Humane Nature is capable of clear and full satisfaction, concerning a Divine Revelation; First, That Humane Nature is capable of clear and full satisfaction, Concerning a Divine Revelation; ord, cst j n1 vbz j pp-f j cc j n1, vvg dt j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 8
544 for if Abraham had not been fully and past all doubt assured that this was a Command from God, he would certainly have spared his Son. And nothing is more reasonable, for if Abraham had not been Fully and passed all doubt assured that this was a Command from God, he would Certainly have spared his Son. And nothing is more reasonable, c-acp cs np1 vhd xx vbn av-j cc p-acp d n1 vvn cst d vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmd av-j vhi vvn po31 n1 cc pix vbz av-dc j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 8
545 than to believe that those to whom God is pleased to make immediate Revelations of his Will, are some way or other assured that they are Divine, otherwise they would be in vain, and to no purpose. than to believe that those to whom God is pleased to make immediate Revelations of his Will, Are Some Way or other assured that they Are Divine, otherwise they would be in vain, and to no purpose. cs pc-acp vvi cst d p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr d n1 cc n-jn vvn cst pns32 vbr j-jn, av pns32 vmd vbi p-acp j, cc p-acp dx n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 8
546 But how Men are assured concerning Divine Revelations made to them, is not so easy to make out to others: But how Men Are assured Concerning Divine Revelations made to them, is not so easy to make out to Others: cc-acp q-crq n2 vbr vvn vvg j-jn n2 vvn p-acp pno32, vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi av p-acp n2-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 8
547 Only these two things we are sure of. Only these two things we Are sure of. av-j d crd n2 pns12 vbr j pp-f. (7) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 8
548 1. That God can work in the Mind of Man, a firm persuasion of the Truth of what he Reveals, 1. That God can work in the Mind of Man, a firm persuasion of the Truth of what he Reveals, crd cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 8
549 and that such a Revelation is from him. and that such a Revelation is from him. cc cst d dt n1 vbz p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 8
550 This no Man can doubt of, that considers the great power and influence which God, who made us, This no Man can doubt of, that considers the great power and influence which God, who made us, d dx n1 vmb vvi pp-f, cst vvz dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq np1, r-crq vvd pno12, (7) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 8
551 and perfectly knows our Frame, must needs have upon our Minds and Understandings. and perfectly knows our Frame, must needs have upon our Minds and Understandings. cc av-j vvz po12 n1, vmb av vhi p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 8
552 2. That God never offers any thing to any Man's belief, that plainly contradicts the Natural and Essential Notions of his Mind. 2. That God never offers any thing to any Man's belief, that plainly contradicts the Natural and Essential Notions of his Mind. crd cst np1 av-x vvz d n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, cst av-j vvz dt j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 8
553 Because this would be for God to destroy his own Workmanship, and to impose that upon the understanding of Man, which whilst it remains what it is, it cannot possibly admit. Because this would be for God to destroy his own Workmanship, and to impose that upon the understanding of Man, which while it remains what it is, it cannot possibly admit. p-acp d vmd vbi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cc pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq cs pn31 vvz r-crq pn31 vbz, pn31 vmbx av-j vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 8
554 For instance, We cannot imagin, that God should Reveal to any Man any thing, that plainly contradicts the Essential Perfections of the Divine Nature; For instance, We cannot imagine, that God should Reveal to any Man any thing, that plainly contradicts the Essential Perfections of the Divine Nature; p-acp n1, pns12 vmbx vvi, cst np1 vmd vvb p-acp d n1 d n1, cst av-j vvz dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 8
555 for such a Revelation can no more be supposed to be from God, than a Revelation from God, that there is no God; which is a downright Contradiction. for such a Revelation can no more be supposed to be from God, than a Revelation from God, that there is no God; which is a downright Contradiction. p-acp d dt n1 vmb av-dx av-dc vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, cs dt n1 p-acp np1, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1; r-crq vbz dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 8
556 Now to apply this to the Revelation, which God made to Abraham concerning the Sacrificing of his Son. This was made to him by an audible Voice, Now to apply this to the Revelation, which God made to Abraham Concerning the Sacrificing of his Son. This was made to him by an audible Voice, av pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1 vvg dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 d vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 8
557 and he was fully satisfied by the Evidence which it carried along with it, that it was from God. and he was Fully satisfied by the Evidence which it carried along with it, that it was from God. cc pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn31 vvd a-acp p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vbds p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 8
558 For this was not the first of many Revelations that had been made to him, For this was not the First of many Revelations that had been made to him, p-acp d vbds xx dt ord pp-f d n2 cst vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 8
559 so that he knew the manner of them, and had found by manifold experience, that he was not deceived, so that he knew the manner of them, and had found by manifold experience, that he was not deceived, av cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc vhd vvn p-acp j n1, cst pns31 vbds xx vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 8
560 and upon this experience, was grown to a great Confidence in the Truth and Goodness of God. and upon this experience, was grown to a great Confidence in the Truth and goodness of God. cc p-acp d n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 8
561 And it is very probable, the first time God appeared to Abraham, because it was a new thing, that to make way for the credit of future Revelations, God did shew himself to him in so glorious a manner, And it is very probable, the First time God appeared to Abraham, Because it was a new thing, that to make Way for the credit of future Revelations, God did show himself to him in so glorious a manner, cc pn31 vbz av j, dt ord n1 np1 vvd p-acp np1, c-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1, cst pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, np1 vdd vvi px31 p-acp pno31 p-acp av j dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 8
562 as was abundantly to his Conviction. as was abundantly to his Conviction. c-acp vbds av-j p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 8
563 And this St. Stephen does seem to intimate Acts 7. 2. The God of glory appeared to our Father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia. And this Saint Stephen does seem to intimate Acts 7. 2. The God of glory appeared to our Father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia. cc d n1 np1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi n2 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp po12 n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 8
564 Now by this glorious Appearance of God to him at first, he was so, prepared for the Entertainment of after Revelations, that he was not staggered even at this, concerning the Sacrificing of his Son, being both by the manner of it, Now by this glorious Appearance of God to him At First, he was so, prepared for the Entertainment of After Revelations, that he was not staggered even At this, Concerning the Sacrificing of his Son, being both by the manner of it, av p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp ord, pns31 vbds av, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f p-acp n2, cst pns31 vbds xx vvn av p-acp d, vvg dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, vbg av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 8
565 and the assurance that accompanied it, fully satisfied that it was from God. and the assurance that accompanied it, Fully satisfied that it was from God. cc dt n1 cst vvd pn31, av-j vvn cst pn31 vbds p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 8
566 Secondly, I observe from hence the great and necessary use of Reason, in matters of Faith. Secondly, I observe from hence the great and necessary use of Reason, in matters of Faith. ord, pns11 vvb p-acp av dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 8
567 For we see here that Abraham 's Reason, was a mighty strengthning and help to his Faith. For we see Here that Abraham is Reason, was a mighty strengthening and help to his Faith. c-acp pns12 vvb av cst np1 vbz n1, vbds dt j vvg cc vvb p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 8
568 Here were two Revelations made to Abraham, which seemed to clash with one another; Here were two Revelations made to Abraham, which seemed to clash with one Another; av vbdr crd n2 vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 8
569 and if Abraham 's Reason could not have reconciled the Repugnancy of them, he could not possibly have believed them both to be from God; and if Abraham is Reason could not have reconciled the Repugnancy of them, he could not possibly have believed them both to be from God; cc cs np1 vbz n1 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns31 vmd xx av-j vhi vvn pno32 d pc-acp vbi p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 8
570 because this natural Notion, or Principle, that God cannot contradict himself, every Man does first, and more firmly believe, than any Revelation whatsoever. Because this natural Notion, or Principle, that God cannot contradict himself, every Man does First, and more firmly believe, than any Revelation whatsoever. c-acp d j n1, cc n1, cst np1 vmbx vvi px31, d n1 vdz ord, cc av-dc av-j vvi, cs d n1 r-crq. (7) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 8
571 Now Abraham 's Reason relieved him in this strait; Now Abraham is Reason relieved him in this strait; av np1 vbz n1 vvn pno31 p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 8
572 so the Text expresly tells us, that he reasoned with himself, that God was able to raise him from the Dead. so the Text expressly tells us, that he reasoned with himself, that God was able to raise him from the Dead. av dt n1 av-j vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvd p-acp px31, cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 8
573 And this being admitted, the Command of God, concerning the Slaying of Isaac, was very well consistent with his former Promise, That in Isaac his Seed should be called. And this being admitted, the Command of God, Concerning the Slaying of Isaac, was very well consistent with his former Promise, That in Isaac his Seed should be called. cc d vbg vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt vvg pp-f np1, vbds av av j p-acp po31 j n1, cst p-acp np1 po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 8
574 I know there hath a very rude clamour been raised by some persons, (but of more Zeal I think than Judgment) against the use of Reason in matters of Faith; I know there hath a very rude clamour been raised by Some Persons, (but of more Zeal I think than Judgement) against the use of Reason in matters of Faith; pns11 vvb pc-acp vhz dt j j n1 vbn vvn p-acp d n2, (cc-acp pp-f av-dc n1 pns11 vvb cs n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 8
575 but how very unreasonable this is, will appear to any one that will but have patience to consider these following particulars. but how very unreasonable this is, will appear to any one that will but have patience to Consider these following particulars. cc-acp q-crq av j d vbz, vmb vvi p-acp d pi cst vmb cc-acp vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n2-j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 8
576 1. The nature of Divine Revelation: That it doth not endow Men with new Faculties; but propoundeth new Objects to the Faculties, which they had before. 1. The nature of Divine Revelation: That it does not endow Men with new Faculties; but propoundeth new Objects to the Faculties, which they had before. crd dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1: cst pn31 vdz xx vvi n2 p-acp j n2; cc-acp vvz j n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp. (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
577 Reason is the Faculty whereby Revelation is to be discerned; Reason is the Faculty whereby Revelation is to be discerned; n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
578 for when God reveals any thing to us, he reveals it to our Understanding, and by that we are to judge of it: for when God reveals any thing to us, he reveals it to our Understanding, and by that we Are to judge of it: p-acp c-crq np1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
579 Therefore St. John cautions us 1 Jo. 4. 1. Not to believe every spirit, but to try the spirits, Therefore Saint John cautions us 1 John 4. 1. Not to believe every Spirit, but to try the spirits, av n1 np1 n2 pns12 vvd np1 crd crd xx pc-acp vvi d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
580 whether they are of God, because many false prophets are gone out into the world: That is, there are many that falsly pretend to Inspiration; whither they Are of God, Because many false Prophets Are gone out into the world: That is, there Are many that falsely pretend to Inspiration; cs pns32 vbr pp-f np1, c-acp d j n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1: cst vbz, pc-acp vbr d cst av-j vvb p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
581 but how can these pretenders be tryed and discerned from those that are truly inspired, but how can these pretenders be tried and discerned from those that Are truly inspired, cc-acp q-crq vmb d n2 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp d cst vbr av-j vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
582 but by using our Reason, in comparing the evidence for the one and the other? but by using our Reason, in comparing the evidence for the one and the other? cc-acp p-acp vvg po12 n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt crd cc dt n-jn? (7) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 8
583 2. This will farther appear, if we consider the nature of Faith. 2. This will farther appear, if we Consider the nature of Faith. crd d vmb av-jc vvi, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 8
584 Faith (as we are now speaking of it) is an assent of the Mind to something as revealed by God: Faith (as we Are now speaking of it) is an assent of the Mind to something as revealed by God: n1 (c-acp pns12 vbr av vvg pp-f pn31) vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pi c-acp vvn p-acp np1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 8
585 Now all assent must be grounded upon evidence, that is, no Man can believe any thing, Now all assent must be grounded upon evidence, that is, no Man can believe any thing, av d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cst vbz, dx n1 vmb vvi d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 8
586 unless he have, or thinks he hath some reason to do so. unless he have, or thinks he hath Some reason to do so. cs pns31 vhb, cc vvz pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vdi av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 8
587 For to be confident of a thing without reason, is not Faith, but a presumptuous persuasion, and obstinacy of mind. For to be confident of a thing without reason, is not Faith, but a presumptuous persuasion, and obstinacy of mind. p-acp pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz xx n1, cc-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 8
588 3. This will yet be more evident, if we consider the method, that must of necessity be used to convince any Man of the truth of Religion. 3. This will yet be more evident, if we Consider the method, that must of necessity be used to convince any Man of the truth of Religion. crd d vmb av vbi av-dc j, cs pns12 vvb dt n1, cst vmb pp-f n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 8
589 Suppose we had to deal with one that is a Stranger, and Enemy to Christianity, What means are proper to be used to gain him over to it? The most natural method surely were this, to acquaint him with the Holy Scriptures, which are the Rule of our Faith and Practice. Suppose we had to deal with one that is a Stranger, and Enemy to Christianity, What means Are proper to be used to gain him over to it? The most natural method surely were this, to acquaint him with the Holy Scriptures, which Are the Rule of our Faith and Practice. vvb pns12 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp pi cst vbz dt n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, q-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp pn31? dt av-ds j n1 av-j vbdr d, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 8
590 He would ask us, why we believe that Book? The proper answer would be, because it is the Word of God; He would ask us, why we believe that Book? The proper answer would be, Because it is the Word of God; pns31 vmd vvi pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb d n1? dt j n1 vmd vbi, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 8
591 this he could not but acknowledge to be a very good reason, if it were true: this he could not but acknowledge to be a very good reason, if it were true: d pns31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi dt av j n1, cs pn31 vbdr j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 8
592 But then he would ask, Why we believed it to be the Word of God, rather than M•homet ' s Alchoran, which pretends no less to be of divine Inspiration. But then he would ask, Why we believed it to be the Word of God, rather than M•homet ' s Alcoran, which pretends no less to be of divine Inspiration. cc-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, c-crq pns12 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, av-c cs np1 ' ng1 np1, r-crq vvz dx dc pc-acp vbi pp-f j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 8
593 If any Man now should answer, that he could give no reason why he believed it to be the word of God, only he believed it to be so, If any Man now should answer, that he could give no reason why he believed it to be the word of God, only he believed it to be so, cs d n1 av vmd vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi dx n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j pns31 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 8
594 and so every man else ought to do, without enquiring after any further reason, because reason is to be laid a side in matters of Faith; and so every man Else ought to doe, without inquiring After any further reason, Because reason is to be laid a side in matters of Faith; cc av d n1 av vmd p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d jc n1, c-acp n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 8
595 would not the Man presently reply, that he had just as much reason as this comes to, to believe the Alchoran, or any thing else; would not the Man presently reply, that he had just as much reason as this comes to, to believe the Alcoran, or any thing Else; vmd xx dt n1 av-j n1, cst pns31 vhd av c-acp d n1 c-acp d vvz p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt np1, cc d n1 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 8
596 that is none at all? But certainly the better way would be, to satisfie this Man's reason, by proper arguments; that is none At all? But Certainly the better Way would be, to satisfy this Man's reason, by proper Arguments; cst vbz pix p-acp d? cc-acp av-j dt jc n1 vmd vbi, pc-acp vvi d ng1 n1, p-acp j n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 8
597 that the Scriptures are a divine Revelation, and that no other Book in the world can with equal reason pretend to be so; that the Scriptures Are a divine Revelation, and that no other Book in the world can with equal reason pretend to be so; cst dt n2 vbr dt j-jn n1, cc cst dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb p-acp j-jn n1 vvi pc-acp vbi av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 8
598 and if this be a good way, then we do and must call in the assistance of reason for the proof of our Religion. and if this be a good Way, then we do and must call in the assistance of reason for the proof of our Religion. cc cs d vbb dt j n1, cs pns12 vdb cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 8
599 4. Let it be considered farther, that the highest commendations that are given in Scripture to any ones Faith, are given upon account of the reasonableness of it. 4. Let it be considered farther, that the highest commendations that Are given in Scripture to any ones Faith, Are given upon account of the reasonableness of it. crd vvb pn31 vbi vvn av-jc, cst dt js n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d pig n1, vbr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 8
600 Abraham 's Faith is famous, and made a pattern to all generations, because he reasoned himself into it, notwithstanding the objections to the contrary; Abraham is Faith is famous, and made a pattern to all generations, Because he reasoned himself into it, notwithstanding the objections to the contrary; np1 vbz n1 vbz j, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n-jn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 8
601 and he did not blindly break through these objections, and wink hard at them, but he look'd them in the face, and he did not blindly break through these objections, and wink hard At them, but he looked them in the face, cc pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp d n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 8
602 and gave himself reasonable satisfaction concerning them. and gave himself reasonable satisfaction Concerning them. cc vvd px31 j n1 vvg pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 8
603 The Centurian 's Faith is commended by our Saviour, Math. 8. 11. Because when his Servant was sick, he did not desire him to come to his house, The Centurion is Faith is commended by our Saviour, Math. 8. 11. Because when his Servant was sick, he did not desire him to come to his house, dt n1 vbz n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp c-crq po31 n1 vbds j, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 8
604 but to speak the word only, and his Servant should be healed: but to speak the word only, and his Servant should be healed: cc-acp p-acp vvb dt n1 av-j, cc po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 8
605 For he reasoned thus, I am a man under authority, having Souldiers under me, and I say to this man go and he goeth, For he reasoned thus, I am a man under Authority, having Soldiers under me, and I say to this man go and he Goes, c-acp pns31 vvd av, pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp n1, vhg n2 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 vvi cc pns31 vvz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 8
606 and to another come and he cometh; and to my Servant do this, and he doth it. and to Another come and he comes; and to my Servant do this, and he does it. cc p-acp j-jn vvb cc pns31 vvz; cc p-acp po11 n1 vdb d, cc pns31 vdz pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 8
607 Now if he that was himself under authority, could thus command those that were under him; Now if he that was himself under Authority, could thus command those that were under him; av cs pns31 cst vbds px31 p-acp n1, vmd av vvi d cst vbdr p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 8
608 much more could he that had a divine Power and Commission, do what he pleased by his word. much more could he that had a divine Power and Commission, do what he pleased by his word. av-d dc vmd pns31 cst vhd dt j-jn n1 cc n1, vdb r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 8
609 And our Saviour is so far from reprehending him for reasoning himself into this belief, that he admires his Faith so much the more for the reasonableness of it, v. 10. When Jesus heard this, he marvelled, And our Saviour is so Far from reprehending him for reasoning himself into this belief, that he admires his Faith so much the more for the reasonableness of it, v. 10. When jesus herd this, he marveled, cc po12 n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp vvg px31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 av av-d dt av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 crd c-crq np1 vvd d, pns31 vvd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 8
610 and said to them that followed him, verily, I say unto you, I have not found so great Faith, no not in Israel. and said to them that followed him, verily, I say unto you, I have not found so great Faith, no not in Israel. cc vvd p-acp pno32 cst vvd pno31, av-j, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vhb xx vvn av j n1, uh-dx xx p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 8
611 Inlike manner our Saviour commends the Woman of Canaan 's Faith, because she enforc't it so reasonably. Inlike manner our Saviour commends the Woman of Canaan is Faith, Because she enforced it so reasonably. j n1 po12 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 av av-j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 8
612 Matthew 15. 22. She sued to him to help her Daughter, but he answered her not a word; Matthew 15. 22. She sued to him to help her Daughter, but he answered her not a word; np1 crd crd pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp pns31 vvd pno31 xx dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 8
613 and when his Disciples could not prevail with him to mind her, yet still the prest him, saying, Lord help me; and when his Disciples could not prevail with him to mind her, yet still the pressed him, saying, Lord help me; cc c-crq po31 n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31, av av dt j-vvn pno31, vvg, n1 vvb pno11; (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 8
614 and when he repulsed her with this severe answer, It is not meet to take the Childrens bread and cast it to dogs, she made this quick and modest reply, truth Lord, yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their Masters Table. and when he repulsed her with this severe answer, It is not meet to take the Children's bred and cast it to Dogs, she made this quick and modest reply, truth Lord, yet the Dogs eat of the crumbs which fallen from their Masters Table. cc c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp d j n1, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt ng2 n1 cc vvd pn31 p-acp n2, pns31 vvd d j cc j n1, n1 n1, av dt n2 vvb pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 ng1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 8
615 She acknowledgeth her own unworthiness, but yet believes his goodness to be such, that he will not utterly reject those who humbly seek to him; She acknowledgeth her own unworthiness, but yet believes his Goodness to be such, that he will not utterly reject those who humbly seek to him; pns31 vvz po31 d n1, p-acp av vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi d, cst pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi d r-crq av-j vvb p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 8
616 upon which he gives her this testimony, O woman great is thy faith. upon which he gives her this testimony, Oh woman great is thy faith. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 d n1, uh n1 j vbz po21 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 8
617 The Apostles were divinely inspired, and yet the Bereans are commended, because they enquired and satisfied themselves in the reasons of their belief, The Apostles were divinely inspired, and yet the Bereans Are commended, Because they inquired and satisfied themselves in the Reasons of their belief, dt n2 vbdr av-jn vvn, cc av dt njp2 vbr vvn, c-acp pns32 vvd cc vvn px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 8
618 before they assented to the doctrine which was delivered to them, even by Teachers that certainly were Infallible. before they assented to the Doctrine which was Delivered to them, even by Teachers that Certainly were Infallible. c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32, av p-acp n2 cst av-j vbdr j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 8
619 5. None are reproved in Scripture for their unbelief, but where sufficient reason and evidence was offered to them. 5. None Are reproved in Scripture for their unbelief, but where sufficient reason and evidence was offered to them. crd pix vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp c-crq j n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 8
620 The Israelites are generally blamed for their Infidelity; but then it was after such mighty wonders had been wrought for their Conviction. The Israelites Are generally blamed for their Infidelity; but then it was After such mighty wonders had been wrought for their Conviction. dt np1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1; cc-acp cs pn31 vbds p-acp d j n2 vhd vbn vvn p-acp po32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 8
621 The Jews in our Saviours time, are not condemned simply for their unbelief, but for not believing when there was such clear evidence offered to them. The jews in our Saviors time, Are not condemned simply for their unbelief, but for not believing when there was such clear evidence offered to them. dt np2 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, vbr xx vvn av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp c-acp xx vvg c-crq pc-acp vbds d j n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 8
622 So our Saviour himself says, If I had not done amongst them, the works which no other man did, they had not had sin. So our Saviour himself Says, If I had not done among them, the works which no other man did, they had not had since. av po12 n1 px31 vvz, cs pns11 vhd xx vdn p-acp pno32, dt n2 r-crq dx j-jn n1 vdd, pns32 vhd xx vhn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 8
623 Thomas indeed is blamed for the perverseness of his unbelief, because he would believe nothing but what he himself saw. Thomas indeed is blamed for the perverseness of his unbelief, Because he would believe nothing but what he himself saw. np1 av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pix cc-acp r-crq pns31 px31 vvd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 134 Image 8
624 Lastly, To shew this yet more plainly, let us consider the great inconvenience, and absurdity of declining the use of Reason in matters of Religion: Lastly, To show this yet more plainly, let us Consider the great inconvenience, and absurdity of declining the use of Reason in matters of Religion: ord, pc-acp vvi d av av-dc av-j, vvb pno12 vvi dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 8
625 There can be no greater prejudice to Religion, than to decline this tryal. To say we have no Reason for our Religion, is to say it is unreasonable. There can be no greater prejudice to Religion, than to decline this trial. To say we have no Reason for our Religion, is to say it is unreasonable. pc-acp vmb vbi dx jc n1 p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vvi d n1. pc-acp vvi pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp po12 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 8
626 Indeed it is Reason enough for any Article of our Faith, that God hath revealed it, Indeed it is Reason enough for any Article of our Faith, that God hath revealed it, np1 pn31 vbz n1 av-d p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 8
627 because this is one of the strongest and most cogent reasons for the belief of any thing. Because this is one of the Strongest and most cogent Reasons for the belief of any thing. c-acp d vbz pi pp-f dt js cc av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 8
628 But when we say God hath revealed any thing, we must be ready to prove it, or else we say nothing. But when we say God hath revealed any thing, we must be ready to prove it, or Else we say nothing. p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vhz vvn d n1, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av pns12 vvb pix. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 8
629 If we turn off Reason here, we level the best Religion in the World with the wildest and most absurd Enthusiams. If we turn off Reason Here, we level the best Religion in the World with the Wildest and most absurd Enthusiasms. cs pns12 vvb a-acp n1 av, pns12 vvb dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 8
630 And it does not alter the case much, to give Reason ill names, to call it blind, and carnal Reason. And it does not altar the case much, to give Reason ill names, to call it blind, and carnal Reason. cc pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 av-d, pc-acp vvi n1 j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cc j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 8
631 Our best reason is but very short and imperfect: But since it is no better, we must make use of it as it is, Our best reason is but very short and imperfect: But since it is no better, we must make use of it as it is, po12 js n1 vbz p-acp av j cc j: cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dx jc, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vbz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 8
632 and make the best of it. and make the best of it. cc vvi dt js pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 8
633 Before I pass from this Argument, I cannot but observe, that both the extremes of those who differ from our Church, are generally great Declamers against the use of Reason in matters of Faith: Before I pass from this Argument, I cannot but observe, that both the extremes of those who differ from our Church, Are generally great Declaimers against the use of Reason in matters of Faith: c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, cst d dt n2-jn pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp po12 n1, vbr av-j j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 8
634 If they find their account in it, 'tis well; for our parts we apprehend no manner of inconvenience, in having Reason on our side; If they find their account in it, it's well; for our parts we apprehend no manner of inconvenience, in having Reason on our side; cs pns32 vvb po32 vvb p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz av; p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vhg n1 p-acp po12 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 8
635 nor need we to desire a better evidence, that any Man is in the wrong, nor need we to desire a better evidence, that any Man is in the wrong, ccx vvb pns12 pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt n-jn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 8
636 than to hear him declare against Reason, and thereby to acknowledge that reason is against him. than to hear him declare against Reason, and thereby to acknowledge that reason is against him. cs pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 8
637 Men may vilifie Reason as much as they please; Men may vilify Reason as much as they please; np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d c-acp pns32 vvb; (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 8
638 and tho being reviled she reviles not again, yet in a more still and gentle way, she commonly hath her full revenge upon all those that rail at her. and though being reviled she reviles not again, yet in a more still and gentle Way, she commonly hath her full revenge upon all those that rail At her. cc av vbg vvn pns31 vvz xx av, av p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, pns31 av-j vhz po31 j n1 p-acp d d cst vvb p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 8
639 I have often wonder'd that people can with patience endure to hear their Teachers and Guides talk against Reason; I have often wondered that people can with patience endure to hear their Teachers and Guides talk against Reason; pns11 vhb av vvd d n1 vmb p-acp n1 vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 8
640 and not only so, but they pay them the greater submission and veneration for it. and not only so, but they pay them the greater submission and veneration for it. cc xx av-j av, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno32 dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 8
641 One would think this but an odd way to gain authority over the minds of Men; One would think this but an odd Way to gain Authority over the minds of Men; pi vmd vvi d p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 8
642 but some skilful and designing men, have found by experience, that it is a very good way to recommend them to the ignorant, but Some skilful and designing men, have found by experience, that it is a very good Way to recommend them to the ignorant, cc-acp d j cc vvg n2, vhb vvn p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 8
643 as Nurses use to endear themselves to Children, by perpetual noise and nonsense. III. I observe, that God obligeth no Man to believe plain and evident Contradictions, as matters of Faith. as Nurse's use to endear themselves to Children, by perpetual noise and nonsense. III. I observe, that God obliges no Man to believe plain and evident Contradictions, as matters of Faith. c-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n2, p-acp j n1 cc n1. np1. pns11 vvb, cst np1 vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi j cc j n2, c-acp n2 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 8
644 Abraham could not reasonably have believed this second revelation to have been from God, if he had not found some way to reconcile it with the first. Abraham could not reasonably have believed this second Revelation to have been from God, if he had not found Some Way to reconcile it with the First. np1 vmd xx av-j vhi vvn d ord n1 pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp np1, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord. (7) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 8
645 For tho a Man were never so much disposed to submit his Reason to divine Revelation; For though a Man were never so much disposed to submit his Reason to divine Revelation; p-acp cs dt n1 vbdr av-x av av-d vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 8
646 yet it is not possible for any Man to believe God against God himself. Some Men seem to think that they oblige God mightily, by believing plain contradictions. yet it is not possible for any Man to believe God against God himself. some Men seem to think that they oblige God mightily, by believing plain contradictions. av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1 px31. d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb np1 av-j, p-acp vvg j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 8
647 But the matter is quite otherwise. But the matter is quite otherwise. p-acp dt n1 vbz av av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 8
648 He that made Man a reasonable Creature, cannot take it kindly from any Man, to debase his workmanship, by making himself unreasonable. And therefore, as no service, or obedience; He that made Man a reasonable Creature, cannot take it kindly from any Man, to debase his workmanship, by making himself unreasonable. And Therefore, as no service, or Obedience; pns31 cst vvd n1 dt j n1, vmbx vvi pn31 av-j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvg px31 j. cc av, c-acp dx n1, cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 8
649 so no Faith is acceptable unto God, but what is reasonable; so no Faith is acceptable unto God, but what is reasonable; av dx n1 vbz j p-acp np1, cc-acp q-crq vbz j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 8
650 if it be not so, it may be confidence or presumption, but it is not Faith; if it be not so, it may be confidence or presumption, but it is not Faith; cs pn31 vbb xx av, pn31 vmb vbi n1 cc n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 8
651 for he that can believe plain contradictions, may believe any thing how absurd soever; because nothing can be more absurd, than the belief of a plain contradiction; for he that can believe plain contradictions, may believe any thing how absurd soever; Because nothing can be more absurd, than the belief of a plain contradiction; c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi j n2, vmb vvi d n1 c-crq j av; c-acp pix vmb vbi av-dc j, cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 8
652 and he that can believe any thing, believes nothing upon good grounds, because to him Truth and Falsehood are all one. and he that can believe any thing, believes nothing upon good grounds, Because to him Truth and Falsehood Are all one. cc pns31 cst vmb vvi d n1, vvz pix p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp pno31 n1 cc n1 vbr d pi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 8
653 4. I observe that the great cause of the defect of Mens obedience is the weakness of their Faith. 4. I observe that the great cause of the defect of Men's Obedience is the weakness of their Faith. crd pns11 vvb cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng2 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 8
654 Did we believe the commands of God in the Gospel, and his promises and threatnings, as firmly as Abraham believed God in this case; Did we believe the commands of God in the Gospel, and his promises and threatenings, as firmly as Abraham believed God in this case; vdd pns12 vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2 cc n2-vvg, c-acp av-j c-acp np1 vvn np1 p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 8
655 what should we not be ready to do, or suffer in obedience to him? what should we not be ready to do, or suffer in Obedience to him? q-crq vmd pns12 xx vbi j pc-acp vdi, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31? (7) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 8
656 If our Faith were but as strong and vigorous as his was, the effects of it would be as great and conspicuous; If our Faith were but as strong and vigorous as his was, the effects of it would be as great and conspicuous; cs po12 n1 vbdr cc-acp c-acp j cc j c-acp png31 vbds, dt n2 pp-f pn31 vmd vbi a-acp j cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 8
657 were we verily persuaded that all the Precepts of our Religion are the express Laws of God, were we verily persuaded that all the Precepts of our Religion Are the express Laws of God, vbdr pns12 av-j vvd cst d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr dt j n2 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 8
658 and that all the promises and threatnings of the Gospel will one day be verified and made good, What manner of persons should we be in all holy conversation and godliness? How would the lively thoughts of another world, raise us above the vanities of this present life; and that all the promises and threatenings of the Gospel will one day be verified and made good, What manner of Persons should we be in all holy Conversation and godliness? How would the lively thoughts of Another world, raise us above the vanities of this present life; cc cst d dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb crd n1 vbb vvn cc vvd j, q-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 vbi p-acp d j n1 cc n1? q-crq vmd dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vvb pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 8
659 and set us out of the reach of the most powerful temptations that this world can assault us withall; and Set us out of the reach of the most powerful temptations that this world can assault us withal; cc vvb pno12 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cst d n1 vmb vvi pno12 av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 8
660 and make us to do all things with regard to Eternity, and to that solemn and dreadful account which we must one day make to God the Judge of all? and make us to do all things with regard to Eternity, and to that solemn and dreadful account which we must one day make to God the Judge of all? cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vdi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j cc j n1 r-crq pns12 vmb crd n1 vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f d? (7) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 8
661 It is nothing but the want of a firm and steady belief of these things, that makes our Devotion so dead and heartless, It is nothing but the want of a firm and steady belief of these things, that makes our Devotion so dead and heartless, pn31 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n2, cst vvz po12 n1 av j cc j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 8
662 and our resolutions of doing better so weak and inconsistent. This it is, that makes us so easie a prey to every temptation; and our resolutions of doing better so weak and inconsistent. This it is, that makes us so easy a prey to every temptation; cc po12 n2 pp-f vdg j av j cc j. d pn31 vbz, cst vvz pno12 av j dt n1 p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 8
663 and the things of this world to look so much bigger than they are; and the things of this world to look so much bigger than they Are; cc dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi av av-d jc cs pns32 vbr; (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 8
664 the enjoyments of it more tempting, and the evils of it more terrible than in truth they are. the enjoyments of it more tempting, and the evils of it more terrible than in truth they Are. dt n2 pp-f pn31 n1 vvg, cc dt n2-jn pp-f pn31 av-dc j cs p-acp n1 pns32 vbr. (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 8
665 And in all disputes betwixt our Conscience and our Interest, to hold the balance so unequally, And in all disputes betwixt our Conscience and our Interest, to hold the balance so unequally, cc p-acp d vvz p-acp po12 n1 cc po12 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 8
666 and to put our foot upon the lighter Scale, that it may seem to weigh down the other. and to put our foot upon the lighter Scale, that it may seem to weigh down the other. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt jc n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 8
667 In a word, in proportion to the strength or weakness of our Faith, our obedience to God will be more or less constant, uniform, and perfect; In a word, in proportion to the strength or weakness of our Faith, our Obedience to God will be more or less constant, uniform, and perfect; p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, po12 n1 p-acp np1 vmb vbi av-dc cc av-dc j, j, cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 8
668 because Faith is the great source and spring of all the Virtues of a good life. Because Faith is the great source and spring of all the Virtues of a good life. c-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 8
669 5. We have great reason to submit to the ordinary strokes of God's Providence upon our selves, 5. We have great reason to submit to the ordinary Strokes of God's Providence upon our selves, crd pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 8
670 or near relations, or any thing that is dear to us. Most of these are easily compared with Abraham 's case; or near relations, or any thing that is dear to us. Most of these Are Easily compared with Abraham is case; cc j n2, cc d n1 cst vbz j-jn p-acp pno12. ds pp-f d vbr av-j vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 8
671 it requires a prodigious strength of Faith to perform so miraculous an act of obedience. it requires a prodigious strength of Faith to perform so miraculous an act of Obedience. pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av j dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 8
672 6. And lastly, We are utterly inexcusable, if we disobey the easie Precepts of the Gospel. 6. And lastly, We Are utterly inexcusable, if we disobey the easy Precepts of the Gospel. crd cc ord, pns12 vbr av-j j, cs pns12 vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 8
673 The yoke of Christ is easie, and his burden light, in comparison of God's former dispensations. The yoke of christ is easy, and his burden Light, in comparison of God's former dispensations. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc po31 n1 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 8
674 This was a grievous Commandment which God gave to Abraham, to sacrifice his only Son: It was a hard saying indeed; This was a grievous Commandment which God gave to Abraham, to sacrifice his only Son: It was a hard saying indeed; d vbds dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1: pn31 vbds dt av-j vvg av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 8
675 and which of us could have been able to hear it? But if God think fit to call us to the more difficult duties of self-denial, and which of us could have been able to hear it? But if God think fit to call us to the more difficult duties of self-denial, cc r-crq pp-f pno12 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vvi pn31? cc-acp cs np1 vvb j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 8
676 and suffering for his truth and righteousness sake, we must after the example of faithful Abraham, not think much to deny or part with any thing for him, no not life it self. and suffering for his truth and righteousness sake, we must After the Exampl of faithful Abraham, not think much to deny or part with any thing for him, no not life it self. cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 n1, pns12 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, xx vvi av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pno31, uh-dx xx n1 pn31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 148 Image 8
677 But even this which is the hardest part of Religion, is easier than what God put upon Abraham. But even this which is the Hardest part of Religion, is Easier than what God put upon Abraham. p-acp av d r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1, vbz jc cs r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 148 Image 8
678 For it doth not offer near the violence to nature, to lay down our life in a good cause, For it does not offer near the violence to nature, to lay down our life in a good cause, p-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 149 Image 8
679 as it would do, to put a Child to death with our own hands. as it would do, to put a Child to death with our own hands. c-acp pn31 vmd vdi, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 149 Image 8
680 Besides the consideration of the extraordinary comfort and support, and the glorious rewards that are expresly promised to our obedience and self denial in such a case; Beside the consideration of the extraordinary Comfort and support, and the glorious rewards that Are expressly promised to our Obedience and self denial in such a case; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc vvi, cc dt j n2 cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 n1 p-acp d dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 149 Image 8
681 encouragement enough to make a very difficult duty easie. encouragement enough to make a very difficult duty easy. n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt j j n1 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 149 Image 8
682 And whilst I am perswading you and my self to resolution and constancy in our Holy Religion, notwithstanding all hazards and hardships that may attend it, I have a just sense of the frailty of humane nature, and of humane resolution: And while I am persuading you and my self to resolution and constancy in our Holy Religion, notwithstanding all hazards and hardships that may attend it, I have a just sense of the frailty of humane nature, and of humane resolution: cc cs pns11 vbm vvg pn22 cc po11 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 j n1, c-acp d n2 cc n2 cst vmb vvi pn31, pns11 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc pp-f j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 150 Image 8
683 But with all, a most firm persuasion of the goodness of God, that he will not suffer those who sincerely love him and his Truth, to be tempted above what they are able. But with all, a most firm persuasion of the Goodness of God, that he will not suffer those who sincerely love him and his Truth, to be tempted above what they Are able. cc-acp p-acp d, dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi d r-crq av-j vvb pno31 cc po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 150 Image 8
684 I will add but one consideration more, to shew the difference betwixt Abraham 's case and ours. I will add but one consideration more, to show the difference betwixt Abraham is case and ours. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1 cc png12. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 8
685 God commanded him to do the hardest thing in the world, to sacrifice his only Son; God commanded him to do the Hardest thing in the world, to sacrifice his only Son; np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 8
686 but he hath given us an easie commandment; but he hath given us an easy Commandment; cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 8
687 and that he might effectually oblige us to our duty, he hath done that for us which he required Abraham to do for him; and that he might effectually oblige us to our duty, he hath done that for us which he required Abraham to do for him; cc cst pns31 vmd av-j vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, pns31 vhz vdn d p-acp pno12 r-crq pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 8
688 he hath not spared his own Son, his only Son, but hath given him up to death for us all: he hath not spared his own Son, his only Son, but hath given him up to death for us all: pns31 vhz xx vvn po31 d n1, po31 j n1, cc-acp vhz vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 8
689 And hereby we know that he loveth us, that he hath given his Son for us. And hereby we know that he loves us, that he hath given his Son for us. cc av pns12 vvb cst pns31 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno12. (7) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 8
690 What God required of Abraham, he did not intend should be executed; What God required of Abraham, he did not intend should be executed; r-crq np1 vvd pp-f np1, pns31 vdd xx vvi vmd vbi vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 8
691 but one great design of it was to be a Type and Figure of that immense love and kindness which he intended to all mankind, in the Sacrifice of his Son, but one great Design of it was to be a Type and Figure of that immense love and kindness which he intended to all mankind, in the Sacrifice of his Son, cc-acp pi j n1 pp-f pn31 vbds pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 8
692 as a propitiation for the sins of the whole world. as a propitiation for the Sins of the Whole world. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 8
693 And as the most clear and express promise of the Messias was made to Abraham; so the most express and lively Type of the Messias that we meet with in all the old Testament, was Abraham 's offering up his Son. And as St. Hierom tells us (from an ancient and constant Tradition of the Jews ) the Mountain in Moriah, where Abraham was commanded to Sacrifice Isaac, was Mount Calvary, where our Lord also was Crucified and offered up, that by this one sacrifice of himself once offered, he might perfect for ever them that are sanctified, And as the most clear and express promise of the Messias was made to Abraham; so the most express and lively Type of the Messias that we meet with in all the old Testament, was Abraham is offering up his Son. And as Saint Hieronymus tells us (from an ancient and constant Tradition of the jews) the Mountain in Moriah, where Abraham was commanded to Sacrifice Isaac, was Mount Calvary, where our Lord also was crucified and offered up, that by this one sacrifice of himself once offered, he might perfect for ever them that Are sanctified, cc p-acp dt av-ds j cc vvi n1 pp-f dt np1 vbds vvn p-acp np1; av dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f dt np1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp d dt j n1, vbds np1 vbz vvg a-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp n1 np1 vvz pno12 (p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt np2) dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 np1, vbds n1 np1, c-crq po12 n1 av vbds vvn cc vvn a-acp, cst p-acp d crd n1 pp-f px31 c-acp vvn, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 8
694 and obtain eternal redemption for us. and obtain Eternal redemption for us. cc vvi j n1 p-acp pno12. (7) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 8
695 Now to him that sitteth upon the throne, and to the Lamb that was slain, to God even our Father, Now to him that Sitteth upon the throne, and to the Lamb that was slave, to God even our Father, av p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn, p-acp np1 av po12 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 8
696 and to our Lord Jesus Christ the first begotten from the dead; to the Prince of the Kings of the Earth; and to our Lord jesus christ the First begotten from the dead; to the Prince of the Kings of the Earth; cc p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1 dt ord vvn p-acp dt j; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 8
697 to him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood; to him be Glory and honour, thanksgiving and power, now and for ever. Amen. to him that loved us, and washed us from our Sins in his own blood; to him be Glory and honour, thanksgiving and power, now and for ever. Amen. p-acp pno31 cst vvd pno12, cc vvn pno12 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 d n1; p-acp pno31 vbb n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, av cc p-acp av. uh-n. (7) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 8
698 A SERMON Preached at WHITE-HALL MDCLXXXVII. Before the Princess ANN. A SERMON Preached At WHITEHALL MDCLXXXVII. Before the Princess ANN. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 48
699 HEB. XI. 24, 25. By Faith Moses when he was come to years, refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh's daughter; HEBREW. XI. 24, 25. By Faith Moses when he was come to Years, refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh's daughter; n1. crd. crd, crd p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, vvd pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 48
700 chusing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season. choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season. vvg av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 48
701 THE Text sets before us a great pattern of self-denial; THE Text sets before us a great pattern of self-denial; dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt j n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 48
702 for our better understanding whereof, I will give a brief account of the History of Moses, to which our Apostle in this passage doth refer. for our better understanding whereof, I will give a brief account of the History of Moses, to which our Apostle in this passage does refer. p-acp po12 jc n1 c-crq, pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vdz vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 48
703 When Moses was born, his Parents (for fear of the cruel law which Pharaoh had made, That all the male Children of the Hebrews, so soon as they were born, should be put to death ) after they had hid him three months, did at last expose him in an Ark of Bulrushes, upon the River Nile, and committed him to the providence of God, whom they despair'd to conceal any longer by their own care. When Moses was born, his Parents (for Fear of the cruel law which Pharaoh had made, That all the male Children of the Hebrews, so soon as they were born, should be put to death) After they had hid him three months, did At last expose him in an Ark of Bulrushes, upon the River Nile, and committed him to the providence of God, whom they despaired to conceal any longer by their own care. c-crq np1 vbds vvn, po31 n2 (p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn, cst d dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt np2, av av c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn, vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1) c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pno31 crd n2, vdd p-acp ord vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 np1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi d av-jc p-acp po32 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 48
704 Pharaoh 's Daughter coming by the River side, espied him, and had compassion on him; Pharaoh is Daughter coming by the River side, espied him, and had compassion on him; np1 vbz n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 n1, vvd pno31, cc vhd n1 p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 48
705 and guessing him to be one of the Hebrew Children, called for an Hebrew Nurse, to take care of him, who, and guessing him to be one of the Hebrew Children, called for an Hebrew Nurse, to take care of him, who, cc vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi crd pp-f dt njp np1, vvn p-acp dt njp np1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq, (8) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 48
706 as the Prviodence of God had ordered it, proved to be the Childs own Mother. as the Providence of God had ordered it, proved to be the Child's own Mother. c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn pn31, vvd pc-acp vbi dt ng1 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 48
707 As he grew up, Pharaoh 's Daughter took care of his Education in all Princely qualities, As he grew up, Pharaoh is Daughter took care of his Education in all Princely qualities, p-acp pns31 vvd a-acp, np1 vbz n1 vvd n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 48
708 and adopted him for her Son; and adopted him for her Son; cc vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 48
709 and Pharaoh (as Josephus tells us) being without Son, designed him Heir of his Kingdom. Moses refused this great offer. and Pharaoh (as Josephus tells us) being without Son, designed him Heir of his Kingdom. Moses refused this great offer. cc np1 (c-acp np1 vvz pno12) vbg p-acp n1, vvd pno31 n1 pp-f po31 n1. np1 vvd d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 48
710 But why did he refuse it, when it seem'd to be presented to him by the providence of God, But why did he refuse it, when it seemed to be presented to him by the providence of God, p-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pn31, c-crq pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 48
711 and was brought about in so strange a manner, and when by this means he might probably have had it in his power to have eased the Israelites of their cruel bondage, and was brought about in so strange a manner, and when by this means he might probably have had it in his power to have eased the Israelites of their cruel bondage, cc vbds vvn a-acp p-acp av j dt n1, cc c-crq p-acp d n2 pns31 vmd av-j vhi vhn pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vhi vvn dt np1 pp-f po32 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 48
712 and perhaps have had the oportunity of reducing that great Kingdom from the worship of Idols to the true God? Why would he refuse a Kingdom which was offered to him with so fair an oportunity of doing so much good? and perhaps have had the opportunity of reducing that great Kingdom from the worship of Idols to the true God? Why would he refuse a Kingdom which was offered to him with so fair an opportunity of doing so much good? cc av vhi vhn dt n1 pp-f vvg d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j np1? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f vdg av av-d j? (8) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 48
713 That which seems to have prevailed with Moses, was this, That he could not accept the offer, without forsaking God, and renouncing his Religion; That which seems to have prevailed with Moses, was this, That he could not accept the offer, without forsaking God, and renouncing his Religion; cst r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp np1, vbds d, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg np1, cc vvg po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 48
714 for considering how strangely the Egyptians were addicted to Idolatry, he could never hope to be accepted for Heir of that Kingdom, for considering how strangely the egyptians were addicted to Idolatry, he could never hope to be accepted for Heir of that Kingdom, c-acp vvg c-crq av-j dt np1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 48
715 unless he would violate his Conscience, either by abandoning or dissembling his Religion. unless he would violate his Conscience, either by abandoning or dissembling his Religion. cs pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1, av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 48
716 And how unlikely it was that he should prevail with them to change their Religion, he might easily judge by the example of Joseph, who tho he had so much authority and esteem amongst them, by having been so great a Benefactor to their Nation; And how unlikely it was that he should prevail with them to change their Religion, he might Easily judge by the Exampl of Joseph, who though he had so much Authority and esteem among them, by having been so great a Benefactor to their nation; cc c-crq j pn31 vbds cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pns31 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq cs pns31 vhd av d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp vhg vbn av j dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 48
717 yet he could never move them in the least, in that matter. yet he could never move them in the least, in that matter. av pns31 vmd av-x vvi pno32 p-acp dt ds, p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 48
718 Now seeing he had no hopes of attaining, or enjoying that dignity without sinning grievously against God, he would not purchase a Kingdom at so unconscionable a price. Now seeing he had no hope's of attaining, or enjoying that dignity without sinning grievously against God, he would not purchase a Kingdom At so unconscionable a price. av vvg pns31 vhd dx n2 pp-f vvg, cc vvg d n1 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1, pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp av j dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 48
719 And as for the deliverance of his people, he was content to trust the providence and promise of God for that; And as for the deliverance of his people, he was content to trust the providence and promise of God for that; cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 48
720 and in the mean time was resolved rather to take a part in the afflictions of God's people, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season. and in the mean time was resolved rather to take a part in the afflictions of God's people, than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season. cc p-acp dt j n1 vbds vvn av-c pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 48
721 From the words thus explained, I shall take occasion to consider these Four things. From the words thus explained, I shall take occasion to Consider these Four things. p-acp dt n2 av vvn, pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi d crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 48
722 I. Moses 's self-denial, in preferring and choosing a state of afflicted piety, before any sinful enjoyments whatsoever; I Moses is self-denial, in preferring and choosing a state of afflicted piety, before any sinful enjoyments whatsoever; uh np1 vbz n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, p-acp d j n2 r-crq; (8) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 48
723 before the greatest earthly happiness and prosperity, when it was not to be attained and enjoyed upon other terms than of sinning against God. before the greatest earthly happiness and Prosperity, when it was not to be attained and enjoyed upon other terms than of sinning against God. p-acp dt js j n1 cc n1, c-crq pn31 vbds xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn n2 cs pp-f vvg p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 48
724 II. I shall consider those circumstances of this self-denial of Moses, which do very much commend and set off the virtue of it. III. II I shall Consider those Circumstances of this self-denial of Moses, which do very much commend and Set off the virtue of it. III. crd pns11 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vdb av av-d vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 48
725 The prudence and reasonableness of this choice, in preferring a state of afflicted Piety and Virtue, The prudence and reasonableness of this choice, in preferring a state of afflicted Piety and Virtue, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 48
726 before the greatest prosperity and pleasure of a sinful course. before the greatest Prosperity and pleasure of a sinful course. p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 48
727 IV. Supposing this choice to be reasonable, I shall inquire how it comes to pass that so many make another choice. I. IV. Supposing this choice to be reasonable, I shall inquire how it comes to pass that so many make Another choice. I. np1 vvg d n1 pc-acp vbi j, pns11 vmb vvi c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst av av-d vvi j-jn n1. pns11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 48
728 We will consider Moses his self-denial, in preferring a state of afflicted piety, before the greatest earthly happiness and prosperity, We will Consider Moses his self-denial, in preferring a state of afflicted piety, before the greatest earthly happiness and Prosperity, pns12 vmb vvi np1 po31 n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, p-acp dt js j n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 48
729 when it is not to be enjoyed upon other terms, than of sining against God. when it is not to be enjoyed upon other terms, than of sinning against God. c-crq pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cs pp-f vvg p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 48
730 He was adopted Heir of the Kingdom of Egypt, (one of the greatest and most flourishing Kingdoms then in the World;) But he could not hope to attain to this dignity, He was adopted Heir of the Kingdom of Egypt, (one of the greatest and most flourishing Kingdoms then in the World;) But he could not hope to attain to this dignity, pns31 vbds vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (pi pp-f dt js cc av-ds j-vvg n2 av p-acp dt n1;) cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 48
731 and to secure himself in the possession of it, upon other terms than of complying with that Nation, in their Idolatrous Religion and Worship. and to secure himself in the possession of it, upon other terms than of complying with that nation, in their Idolatrous Religion and Worship. cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp j-jn n2 cs pp-f vvg p-acp d n1, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 48
732 Now being brought up in the belief of the true God, the God of Israel, by his Mother, to whom Pharaoh 's Daughter had committed him, he could not without great violence to his Conscience, Now being brought up in the belief of the true God, the God of Israel, by his Mother, to whom Pharaoh is Daughter had committed him, he could not without great violence to his Conscience, av vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vbz n1 vhd vvn pno31, pns31 vmd xx p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 48
733 and the principles of his Education, renounce the true God, and fall off to the Idolatry of the Egyptians: And for this reason he refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh 's Daughter, chusing rather to suffer affliction with the worshipers of the true God, and the principles of his Education, renounce the true God, and fallen off to the Idolatry of the egyptians: And for this reason he refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh is Daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the worshippers of the true God, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb dt j np1, cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1: cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, vvg av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 48
734 than to have the temporary enjoyment of any thing that was not to be had without sin; than to have the temporary enjoyment of any thing that was not to be had without since; cs p-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbds xx pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 48
735 for so the word ought to be render'd, NONLATINALPHABET than to have the temporary enjoyment of sin. for so the word ought to be rendered, than to have the temporary enjoyment of since. c-acp av dt n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 48
736 So here was Moses his self-denial, that he chose rather to suffer affliction with the worshipers of the true God, So Here was Moses his self-denial, that he chosen rather to suffer affliction with the worshippers of the true God, av av vbds np1 po31 n1, cst pns31 vvd av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 48
737 than to gain a Kingdom, by the renouncing of God and Religion. than to gain a Kingdom, by the renouncing of God and Religion. cs pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 48
738 II. We will consider those circumstances of his self denial, which do very much commend and set off the virtue of it. II We will Consider those Circumstances of his self denial, which do very much commend and Set off the virtue of it. crd pns12 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f po31 n1 n1, r-crq vdb av av-d vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 48
739 1. What it was he refused to be called; 1. What it was he refused to be called; crd r-crq pn31 vbds pns31 vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 48
740 the Son of Pharaoh ' s Daughter; that is, to be Heir of one of the greatest and most flourishing Kingdoms in the world: the Son of Pharaoh ' s Daughter; that is, to be Heir of one of the greatest and most flourishing Kingdoms in the world: dt n1 pp-f np1 ' ng1 n1; cst vbz, pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt js cc av-ds j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 48
741 a temptation so great, that the Devil himself could not find out one much greater, a temptation so great, that the devil himself could not find out one much greater, dt n1 av j, cst dt n1 px31 vmd xx vvi av crd d jc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 48
742 when he set upon the Son of God, to tempt him to fall down and worship him. when he Set upon the Son of God, to tempt him to fallen down and worship him. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 48
743 And when we consider for what inconsiderable things some men sell their Religion and their Consciences, we shall think it no small temptation which Moses here resisted. And when we Consider for what inconsiderable things Some men fell their Religion and their Consciences, we shall think it no small temptation which Moses Here resisted. cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq j n2 d n2 vvb po32 n1 cc po32 n2, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 dx j n1 r-crq np1 av vvd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 48
744 Si violandum est jus, regnandi causâ violandum est; Si violandum est jus, regnandi causâ violandum est; fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 48
745 If a Man would do any unjust thing, and violate his Religion and Conscience, he would not do it for less than a Kingdom; If a Man would do any unjust thing, and violate his Religion and Conscience, he would not do it for less than a Kingdom; cs dt n1 vmd vdi d j n1, cc vvi po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31 p-acp av-dc cs dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 48
746 and it would be a very hard bargain, even upon those terms. 2. Consider not only what he refused; and it would be a very hard bargain, even upon those terms. 2. Consider not only what he refused; cc pn31 vmd vbi dt av j n1, av p-acp d n2. crd np1 xx av-j r-crq pns31 vvd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 48
747 but what he chose in the place of it; a state of great affliction and suffering. but what he chosen in the place of it; a state of great affliction and suffering. cc-acp q-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 48
748 Had he refused a Kingdom, and chosen the quiet condition of a Subject of middle rank (beneath envy and above contempt,) his self-denial had not been so great; Had he refused a Kingdom, and chosen the quiet condition of a Subject of middle rank (beneath envy and above contempt,) his self-denial had not been so great; vhd pns31 vvn dt n1, cc vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn pp-f j-jn n1 (p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1,) po31 n1 vhd xx vbn av j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 48
749 nay perhaps he had made a wise choice, in the account of the wiseest men, in preferring a plentiful and quiet retirement, nay perhaps he had made a wise choice, in the account of the wiseest men, in preferring a plentiful and quiet retirement, uh-x av pns31 vhd vvn dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, p-acp vvg dt j cc j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 48
750 before the cares of a Crown, and the burthen of publick Government. before the Cares of a Crown, and the burden of public Government. p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 48
751 But it is very rare to find a Man, that would choose rather to be opprest and persecuted; But it is very rare to find a Man, that would choose rather to be oppressed and persecuted; p-acp pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst vmd vvi av-c pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 48
752 than to be a Prince, and to have the sweet power to use others as he pleased. than to be a Prince, and to have the sweet power to use Others as he pleased. cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn c-acp pns31 vvd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 48
753 3. Consider how fair a prospect he had of enjoying this Kingdom, if he could but have come up to the terms of it. 3. Consider how fair a prospect he had of enjoying this Kingdom, if he could but have come up to the terms of it. crd np1 c-crq j dt n1 pns31 vhd pp-f vvg d n1, cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vhb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 48
754 He did not reject it, because he despaired of attaining it: He did not reject it, Because he despaired of attaining it: pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31, c-acp pns31 vvd pp-f vvg pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 48
755 for he had all the right that a good title could give him, being adopted Heir to it; and yet he refused it. for he had all the right that a good title could give him, being adopted Heir to it; and yet he refused it. c-acp pns31 vhd d dt n-jn cst dt j n1 vmd vvi pno31, vbg vvn n1 p-acp pn31; cc av pns31 vvd pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 48
756 To which I may add, that his breeding was such, as might easily kindle ambitious thoughts in him. To which I may add, that his breeding was such, as might Easily kindle ambitious thoughts in him. p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, cst po31 n-vvg vbds d, c-acp vmd av-j vvi j n2 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 48
757 He was brought up in Pharaoh 's Court, and was the Darling and Favourite of it; He was brought up in Pharaoh is Court, and was the Darling and Favourite of it; pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1 vbz n1, cc vbds dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 48
758 exceeding beautiful (as Josephus tells us) and learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians; than which no two qualities are more apt to puff up, exceeding beautiful (as Josephus tells us) and learned in all the Wisdom of the egyptians; than which not two qualities Are more apt to puff up, vvg j (c-acp np1 vvz pno12) cc vvd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt np1; cs q-crq xx crd n2 vbr av-dc j p-acp n1 a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 48
759 and swell a Man with big thoughts of himself. They that are bred in a low condition, never think of a Kingdom; and swell a Man with big thoughts of himself. They that Are bred in a low condition, never think of a Kingdom; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f px31. pns32 d vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, av-x vvb pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 48
760 Men not being apt to aspire to things which are remote, and at a great distance from them. Men not being apt to aspire to things which Are remote, and At a great distance from them. n2 xx vbg j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 r-crq vbr j, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 48
761 But nothing is more rare in persons of great and generous minds, than such a self-denial as this. But nothing is more rare in Persons of great and generous minds, than such a self-denial as this. p-acp pix vbz av-dc j p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n2, cs d dt n1 c-acp d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 48
762 4. Let it be considered in the last place, that this was a deliberate choice, not any rash and sudain determination made by him, 4. Let it be considered in the last place, that this was a deliberate choice, not any rash and sudain determination made by him, crd vvb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cst d vbds dt j n1, xx d j cc j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 48
763 when he was of incompetent age to make a true judgment of things. when he was of incompetent age to make a true judgement of things. c-crq pns31 vbds pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 48
764 And this the Apostle takes notice of in the Text, as a very memorable circumstance, that when he was come to years, he refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh's Daughter. And St. Stephen tells us, that he was full forty years old when he made this choice, Acts 7. 23. When he was full forty years old, it came into his heart, to visit his brethren, the children of Israel. And this the Apostle Takes notice of in the Text, as a very memorable circumstance, that when he was come to Years, he refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh's Daughter. And Saint Stephen tells us, that he was full forty Years old when he made this choice, Acts 7. 23. When he was full forty Years old, it Come into his heart, to visit his brothers, the children of Israel. cc d dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j j n1, cst c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. cc n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vbds j crd n2 j c-crq pns31 vvd d n1, n2 crd crd c-crq pns31 vbds j crd n2 j, pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, dt n2 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 48
765 When he was of ripest judgment, and in the height of his prosperity, and reputation, he made this choice: When he was of Ripest judgement, and in the height of his Prosperity, and reputation, he made this choice: c-crq pns31 vbds pp-f js n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, pns31 vvd d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 48
766 for it is said in the verse before, that Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, for it is said in the verse before, that Moses was learned in all the Wisdom of the egyptians, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 48
767 and mighty in word and deed; that is, he was in great reputation for his Wisdom and Valour. and mighty in word and deed; that is, he was in great reputation for his Wisdom and Valour. cc j p-acp n1 cc n1; cst vbz, pns31 vbds p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 48
768 This seems to refer to other passages of his Life, which are not recorded in the Scripture History, This seems to refer to other passages of his Life, which Are not recorded in the Scripture History, d vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 48
769 but related at large by Josephus out of Historians extant in his time. but related At large by Josephus out of Historians extant in his time. cc-acp vvd p-acp j p-acp np1 av pp-f n2 j p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 48
770 For he tells, that when the Ethiopians had invaded Egypt, and almost over-run it, that Pharaoh was directed by the Oracle at Memphis, to make Moses his General, who by his extraordinary Conduct and Courage overthrew the Ethiopians, and drave them out of Egypt. For he tells, that when the Ethiopians had invaded Egypt, and almost overrun it, that Pharaoh was directed by the Oracle At Memphis, to make Moses his General, who by his extraordinary Conduct and Courage overthrew the Ethiopians, and drave them out of Egypt. p-acp pns31 vvz, cst c-crq dt njp2 vhd vvn np1, cc av vvb pn31, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi np1 po31 n1, r-crq p-acp po31 j vvb cc n1 vvd dt njp2, cc vvd pno32 av pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 48
771 This Moses did not think fit to relate of himself; This Moses did not think fit to relate of himself; d np1 vdd xx vvi j pc-acp vvi pp-f px31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 48
772 but St. Stephen seems to allude to it, when he says, that he was mighty in word and deed: And then it follows; but Saint Stephen seems to allude to it, when he Says, that he was mighty in word and deed: And then it follows; cc-acp n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst pns31 vbds j p-acp n1 cc n1: cc av pn31 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 48
773 and when he was full forty years old, it came into his heart to visit his brethren the children of Israel; and when he was full forty Years old, it Come into his heart to visit his brothers the children of Israel; cc c-crq pns31 vbds j crd n2 j, pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 dt n2 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 48
774 that is, when he was at full maturity of judgment, and in the hight of his Prosperity, that is, when he was At full maturity of judgement, and in the hight of his Prosperity, cst vbz, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 48
775 and Reputation, he quitted the Court of Egypt, and went to visit his afflicted Brethren, and Reputation, he quit the Court of Egypt, and went to visit his afflicted Brothers, cc n1, pns31 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 48
776 and chose rather to take part with them in their sufferings, than to accept those great offers that were made to him. and chosen rather to take part with them in their sufferings, than to accept those great offers that were made to him. cc vvd av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cs pc-acp vvi d j n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 48
777 There is likewise another passage in Josephus concerning Moses, which seems to be a forerunner of the contempt which he shewed afterward of the Crown of Egypt; That when Moses was about three years old, Thermuthis, the Daughter of Pharaoh, brought the Child to him, who took him in his arms and put his Diadem upon his Head, There is likewise Another passage in Josephus Concerning Moses, which seems to be a forerunner of the contempt which he showed afterwards of the Crown of Egypt; That when Moses was about three Years old, Thermuthis, the Daughter of Pharaoh, brought the Child to him, who took him in his arms and put his Diadem upon his Head, pc-acp vbz av j-jn n1 p-acp np1 vvg np1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cst c-crq np1 vbds p-acp crd n2 j, np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n2 cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 48
778 But Moses took it off, and cast it to the ground, and trampled it under his feet. But Moses took it off, and cast it to the ground, and trampled it under his feet. cc-acp np1 vvd pn31 a-acp, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 48
779 This was but a childish act, and they who saw it, would easily believe, that for all his childish contempt of it then, it it were put upon his Head in good earnest, This was but a childish act, and they who saw it, would Easily believe, that for all his childish contempt of it then, it it were put upon his Head in good earnest, d vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc pns32 r-crq vvd pn31, vmd av-j vvi, cst p-acp d po31 j n1 pp-f pn31 av, pn31 zz vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 48
780 when he came to be a Man, he would hold it on faster, and use it with more respect. when he Come to be a Man, he would hold it on faster, and use it with more respect. c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp jc, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 48
781 And it is not improbable, but that the Apostle might have some regard to this, when he says, that Moses when he came to Years; And it is not improbable, but that the Apostle might have Some regard to this, when he Says, that Moses when he Come to years; cc pn31 vbz xx j, cc-acp cst dt n1 vmd vhi d n1 p-acp d, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst np1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 48
782 intimating that he did not only trample upon the Diadem of Pharaoh, when he was a Child; intimating that he did not only trample upon the Diadem of Pharaoh, when he was a Child; vvg cst pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 48
783 but when he was come to years, and was capable of judging better of those things, he refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh 's Daughter. but when he was come to Years, and was capable of judging better of those things, he refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh is Daughter. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, cc vbds j pp-f vvg av-jc pp-f d n2, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 48
784 But before I proceed any farther, I cannot but take notice of an objection, which may seem to reflect greatly upon the integrity of Moses. Can we think him so very conscientious a Man, who persuaded the people of Israel (and pretended God's direction in the case) to cheat the Egyptians of their Jewels, under a fraudulent pretence of borrowing them? There is some difficulty in the thing, But before I proceed any farther, I cannot but take notice of an objection, which may seem to reflect greatly upon the integrity of Moses. Can we think him so very conscientious a Man, who persuaded the people of Israel (and pretended God's direction in the case) to cheat the egyptians of their Jewels, under a fraudulent pretence of borrowing them? There is Some difficulty in the thing, p-acp a-acp pns11 vvb d av-jc, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. vmb pns12 vvi pno31 av av j dt n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 (cc vvd npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1) pc-acp vvi dt np1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg pno32? pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 48
785 as at first sight it appears: as At First sighed it appears: c-acp p-acp ord n1 pn31 vvz: (8) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 48
786 And yet I doubt not, with your favourable attention, and free from prejudice, to vindicate Moses clearly in this matter. And yet I doubt not, with your favourable attention, and free from prejudice, to vindicate Moses clearly in this matter. cc av pns11 vvb xx, p-acp po22 j n1, cc j p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi np1 av-j p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 48
787 And I shall not insist upon that, which is commonly and truly said in this case; And I shall not insist upon that, which is commonly and truly said in this case; cc pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, r-crq vbz av-j cc av-j vvd p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 48
788 That God, who is the supream Lord of all things, may transfer the Rights of Men from one to another: That God, who is the supreme Lord of all things, may transfer the Rights of Men from one to Another: cst np1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2, vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2 p-acp crd p-acp n-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 48
789 because the objection doth not lye against God's Right to take away from any Man what he hath given him; Because the objection does not lie against God's Right to take away from any Man what he hath given him; c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp npg1 vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 48
790 but against the fraudulent manner of doing it, which seems unworthy of God to command or encourage. but against the fraudulent manner of doing it, which seems unworthy of God to command or encourage. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vdg pn31, r-crq vvz j pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 48
791 Now this matter I think is capable of another, and much clearer answer; Now this matter I think is capable of Another, and much clearer answer; av d n1 pns11 vvb vbz j pp-f j-jn, cc d jc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 48
792 which in short, is this, and grounded upon the History, as we find it related, Ex. 12. The Providence of God did, it seems, design by this way to make some reparation to the Israelites, for the tyrannical usage which they had received from the Egyptians: And that first (as the Text expresly tells us) in giving them favour with the Egyptians, who in truth, which in short, is this, and grounded upon the History, as we find it related, Ex. 12. The Providence of God did, it seems, Design by this Way to make Some reparation to the Israelites, for the tyrannical usage which they had received from the egyptians: And that First (as the Text expressly tells us) in giving them favour with the egyptians, who in truth, r-crq p-acp j, vbz d, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vvn, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd, pn31 vvz, vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt np2, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt np1: cc d ord (c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz pno12) p-acp vvg pno32 vvi p-acp dt njp2, r-crq p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 48
793 for their own ends, and to get rid of such troublesome Guests, were disposed to lend them any thing they had. Thus far all is right. for their own ends, and to get rid of such troublesome Guests, were disposed to lend them any thing they had. Thus Far all is right. p-acp po32 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi vvn pp-f d j n2, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 pns32 vhd. av av-j d vbz j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 48
794 Here is nothing but fair borrowing and lending: Here is nothing but fair borrowing and lending: av vbz pix cc-acp j n-vvg cc vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 48
795 And if the Israelites acquired a right to those things afterwards, there was then no obligation to restitution. And if the Israelites acquired a right to those things afterwards, there was then no obligation to restitution. cc cs dt np1 vvn dt j-jn p-acp d n2 av, pc-acp vbds av dx n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 48
796 Let us see then how the Providence of God brought this about: Let us see then how the Providence of God brought this about: vvb pno12 vvi av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd d a-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
797 Namely, by permitting the Egyptians afterwards, without cause, and after leave given them to depart, to persue them, with a design to have destroyed them; Namely, by permitting the egyptians afterwards, without cause, and After leave given them to depart, to pursue them, with a Design to have destroyed them; av, p-acp vvg dt np1 av, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
798 by which Hostility and Perfidiousness they plainly forfeited their Right to what they had only lent before. by which Hostility and Perfidiousness they plainly forfeited their Right to what they had only lent before. p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 av-j vvd po32 n-jn p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd av-j vvn a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
799 For this hostile attempt, which would have warranted the Israelites, to have spoiled them of their Jewels, For this hostile attempt, which would have warranted the Israelites, to have spoiled them of their Jewels, p-acp d j n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn dt np2, pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
800 if they had been in the possession of the Egyptians, did certainly warrant them to keep them when they had them; if they had been in the possession of the egyptians, did Certainly warrant them to keep them when they had them; cs pns32 vhd vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, vdd av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vhd pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
801 and by this means they became rightful possessors of what they had only by Loan before, and by this means they became rightful Possessors' of what they had only by Loan before, cc p-acp d n2 pns32 vvd j n2 pp-f r-crq pns32 vhd av-j p-acp n1 a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
802 and could not have detained without fraud and injustice, if this hostility of the Egyptians had not given them a new title and clear right to them. and could not have detained without fraud and injustice, if this hostility of the egyptians had not given them a new title and clear right to them. cc vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cs d n1 pp-f dt np1 vhd xx vvn pno32 dt j n1 cc j n-jn p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 48
803 But I proceed to the third thing I proposed, which was to vindicate the prudence and reasonableness of this choice. But I proceed to the third thing I proposed, which was to vindicate the prudence and reasonableness of this choice. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 48
804 And in speaking to this, I shall abstract from the particular case of Moses, and shew in general, That it is a prudent and reasonable thing, to prefer even an afflicted state of Piety and Virtue, And in speaking to this, I shall abstract from the particular case of Moses, and show in general, That it is a prudent and reasonable thing, to prefer even an afflicted state of Piety and Virtue, cc p-acp vvg p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 48
805 before the greatest pleasures and prosperity of a sinful course: And this will appear, if we consider these two things. before the greatest pleasures and Prosperity of a sinful course: And this will appear, if we Consider these two things. p-acp dt js n2 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1: cc d vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb d crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 48
806 1. The sufferings of good Men upon account of Religion, together with the the reward of them. 1. The sufferings of good Men upon account of Religion, together with the the reward of them. crd dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt dt n1 pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 48
807 2. The temporary enjoyment of sin, with the mischiefs and inconveniencies consequent upon them. 2. The temporary enjoyment of since, with the mischiefs and inconveniences consequent upon them. crd dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 j p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 48
808 1. The sufferings of good Men, upon the account of Religion, together with the reward of them. 1. The sufferings of good Men, upon the account of Religion, together with the reward of them. crd dt n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
809 This Moses had in his eye, when he made this choice; This Moses had in his eye, when he made this choice; d np1 vhd p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
810 for therefore he chose to suffer Affliction with the People of God, rather than to enjoy the Pleasures of sin, which are but for a Season, because he had respect to the recompence of reward: for Therefore he chosen to suffer Affliction with the People of God, rather than to enjoy the Pleasures of since, which Are but for a Season, Because he had respect to the recompense of reward: c-acp av pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-c cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr cc-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
811 And tho he had but a very imperfect discovery, in comparison of the future state, And though he had but a very imperfect discovery, in comparison of the future state, cc cs pns31 vhd p-acp dt j j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
812 yet it seems he had so much assurance of the goodness of God, as firmly to believe that he should be no loser at the last, by any thing that he suffered for God and Religion. yet it seems he had so much assurance of the Goodness of God, as firmly to believe that he should be no loser At the last, by any thing that he suffered for God and Religion. av pn31 vvz pns31 vhd av d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp dt ord, p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
813 Indeed if there were no life after this, and we had no expectation beyond this world, the wisest thing we could do, would be to enjoy as much of the present contentment of this world, Indeed if there were no life After this, and we had no expectation beyond this world, the Wisest thing we could do, would be to enjoy as much of the present contentment of this world, np1 cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp d, cc pns12 vhd dx n1 p-acp d n1, dt js n1 pns12 vmd vdi, vmd vbi pc-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
814 as we could make our selves Masters of. as we could make our selves Masters of. c-acp pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 n2 pp-f. (8) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 48
815 But if we be designed for immortality, and shall be unspeakably happy, or intorably miserable in another world, according as we have demeaned our selves in this life; But if we be designed for immortality, and shall be unspeakably happy, or intorably miserable in Another world, according as we have demeaned our selves in this life; cc-acp cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi av-j j, cc av-j j p-acp j-jn n1, vvg c-acp pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 48
816 then certainly it is reasonable that we should take the greatest care of the longest duration, then Certainly it is reasonable that we should take the greatest care of the longest duration, av av-j pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vmd vvi dt js n1 pp-f dt js n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 48
817 and be content to dispense with some present inconveniences, for an eternal felicity; and be content to dispense with Some present inconveniences, for an Eternal felicity; cc vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 48
818 and be willing to labour and take pains for a little while, that we may be happy forever. and be willing to labour and take pains for a little while, that we may be happy forever. cc vbb j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi j av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 48
819 And this is accounted prudence in the account of the wisest Men, to part with a little in present, And this is accounted prudence in the account of the Wisest Men, to part with a little in present, cc d vbz vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j p-acp j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 48
820 for a far greater future advantage. for a Far greater future advantage. p-acp dt av-j jc j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 48
821 But the disproportion betwixt Time and Eternity is so vast, that did we but firmly believe, that we shall live for ever, nothing in this world could reasonably be thought too good to part withall, But the disproportion betwixt Time and Eternity is so vast, that did we but firmly believe, that we shall live for ever, nothing in this world could reasonably be Thought too good to part withal, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz av j, cst vdd pns12 p-acp av-j vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av, pix p-acp d n1 vmd av-j vbi vvn av j pc-acp vvi av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
822 or too grievous to suffer for the obtaining of a blessed Immortality. And upon this belief and persuasion of a mighty reward, beyond all their present sufferings, or too grievous to suffer for the obtaining of a blessed Immortality. And upon this belief and persuasion of a mighty reward, beyond all their present sufferings, cc av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvn n1. cc p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp d po32 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
823 and that they should be infinite gainers at the last, the Primitive Christians were kept from sinking under their present sufferings, and that they should be infinite gainers At the last, the Primitive Christians were kept from sinking under their present sufferings, cc cst pns32 vmd vbi j n2 p-acp dt ord, dt j np1 vbdr vvn p-acp vvg p-acp po32 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
824 and fortified against all that the malice and cruelty of the world could do unto them. and fortified against all that the malice and cruelty of the world could do unto them. cc vvn p-acp d cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vdi p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
825 And if we would consider all things together, and mind the invisible things of another world, And if we would Consider all things together, and mind the invisible things of Another world, cc cs pns12 vmd vvi d n2 av, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
826 as well as the things which are seen, we should easily discern that he who suffers for God and Religion, does not renounce his happiness, as well as the things which Are seen, we should Easily discern that he who suffers for God and Religion, does not renounce his happiness, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, pns12 vmd av-j vvi cst pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp np1 cc n1, vdz xx vvi po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
827 but put it out to Interest, upon terms of greatest advantage; and does wisely consider his own best, and and most lasting interest. This is the First. but put it out to Interest, upon terms of greatest advantage; and does wisely Consider his own best, and and most lasting Interest. This is the First. cc-acp vvd pn31 av p-acp n1, p-acp n2 pp-f js n1; cc vdz av-j vvi po31 d av-js, cc cc av-ds j-vvg n1. d vbz dt ord. (8) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 48
828 II. This will yet more evidently appear, if we consider the temporary injoyments of sin, together with the mischiefs and inconveniencies attending, and consequent upon them: II This will yet more evidently appear, if we Consider the temporary enjoyments of since, together with the mischiefs and inconveniences attending, and consequent upon them: crd d vmb av av-dc av-j vvi, cs pns12 vvb dt j n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n2 cc n2 vvg, cc j p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 48
829 That as to the nature of them, they are mixt, and imperfect; as to the duration of them, they are short, and but for a season; That as to the nature of them, they Are mixed, and imperfect; as to the duration of them, they Are short, and but for a season; cst c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr vvn, cc j; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr j, cc p-acp p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 48
830 and as to the final issue and consquence of them, that they end in misery and sorrow. and as to the final issue and consequence of them, that they end in misery and sorrow. cc c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 48
831 1. As to the nature of them, all the pleasures and enjoyments of sin are mixt and imperfect. 1. As to the nature of them, all the pleasures and enjoyments of since Are mixed and imperfect. crd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn cc j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 48
832 A wicked Man may make a shew of mirth and pleasure, but even in laughter his heart is sorrowful, A wicked Man may make a show of mirth and pleasure, but even in laughter his heart is sorrowful, dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp av p-acp n1 po31 n1 vbz j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 48
833 and the end of that mirth is heaviness. and the end of that mirth is heaviness. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 48
834 There can be no true and sincere pleasure in any sinful and vitious course, tho it be attended with all the Pomp and Splendor of outward Happiness and Prosperity; There can be no true and sincere pleasure in any sinful and vicious course, though it be attended with all the Pomp and Splendour of outward Happiness and Prosperity; a-acp vmb vbi dx j cc j n1 p-acp d j cc j n1, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 48
835 for where ever sin and vice is, there must be guilt; and whereever guilt is, the mind will be restless and unquiet. for where ever since and vice is, there must be gilded; and wherever guilt is, the mind will be restless and unquiet. c-acp q-crq av n1 cc n1 vbz, pc-acp vmb vbi vvn; cc c-crq n1 vbz, dt n1 vmb vbi j cc j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 48
836 For there are two very troublesome and tormenting passions, which are naturally consequent upon guilt; Shame and Fear. For there Are two very troublesome and tormenting passion, which Are naturally consequent upon guilt; Shame and fear. c-acp a-acp vbr crd j j cc j-vvg n2, r-crq vbr av-j j p-acp n1; n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 48
837 Shame, arising from the apprehension of the danger of being discovered; and Fear, from the apprehension of the danger of being punisht: Shame, arising from the apprehension of the danger of being discovered; and fear, from the apprehension of the danger of being punished: n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn; cc vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 48
838 And these do continually haunt the sinner, and fill him with inward horror and confusion, in his most secret retirements. And these do continually haunt the sinner, and fill him with inward horror and confusion, in his most secret retirements. cc d vdb av-j vvi dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp j n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 av-ds j-jn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 48
839 And if sin were attended with no other trouble but the guilt of it, a wise Man would not commit it, And if since were attended with no other trouble but the guilt of it, a wise Man would not commit it, cc cs n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n1 vmd xx vvi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 48
840 if it were for no other reason, but meerly for the peace and quiet of his own mind. if it were for no other reason, but merely for the peace and quiet of his own mind. cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dx j-jn n1, cc-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 cc n-jn pp-f po31 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 48
841 2. The enjoyments of sin, as to the duration of them are but short. 2. The enjoyments of since, as to the duration of them Are but short. crd dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 48
842 Upon this consideration, Moses set no great price and value upon them, but preferred affliction and suffering in good company, Upon this consideration, Moses Set no great price and valve upon them, but preferred affliction and suffering in good company, p-acp d n1, np1 vvb dx j n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvd n1 cc vvg p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 48
843 and in a good cause, before the temporary enjoyments of sin. and in a good cause, before the temporary enjoyments of since. cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 48
844 If the enjoyments of this world were perfect in their nature, and had no mixture of trouble and sorrow in them: If the enjoyments of this world were perfect in their nature, and had no mixture of trouble and sorrow in them: cs dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbdr j p-acp po32 n1, cc vhd dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 48
845 Yet this would be a great abatement of them, that they are of so short and uncertain a continuance. Yet this would be a great abatement of them, that they Are of so short and uncertain a Continuance. av d vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vbr pp-f av j cc j dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 48
846 The pleasure of most sins expires with the act of them; and when that is done, the delight vanisheth. The pleasure of most Sins expires with the act of them; and when that is done, the delight Vanishes. dt n1 pp-f ds n2 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; cc c-crq d vbz vdn, dt n1 vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 48
847 I cannot deny but there are several worldly advantages to be purchased by sin, which may perhaps be of a longer continuance; I cannot deny but there Are several worldly advantages to be purchased by since, which may perhaps be of a longer Continuance; pns11 vmbx vvi cc-acp pc-acp vbr j j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vmb av vbi pp-f dt jc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
848 as Riches and Honours, the common purchase of Covetousness and Ambition, and of that long train of inferiour Vices which attend upon them, and minister unto them; as Riches and Honours, the Common purchase of Covetousness and Ambition, and of that long train of inferior Vices which attend upon them, and minister unto them; c-acp n2 cc ng1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pp-f d j n1 pp-f j-jn n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
849 but even these enjoyments are in their own nature of an uncertain continuance, and much more uncertain for being purchased by indirect and ill means. but even these enjoyments Are in their own nature of an uncertain Continuance, and much more uncertain for being purchased by indirect and ill means. cc-acp av d n2 vbr p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc av-d av-dc j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp j cc j-jn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
850 But if the enjoyment of these things were sure to be of the same date with our lives, But if the enjoyment of these things were sure to be of the same date with our lives, p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbdr j pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1 p-acp po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
851 yet how short a duration is that compared with Eternity? make the utmust allowance to these things, that can be; yet how short a duration is that compared with Eternity? make the utmust allowance to these things, that can be; av c-crq j dt n1 vbz d vvn p-acp n1? vvb dt j n1 p-acp d n2, cst vmb vbi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
852 yet we can but enjoy them whilst we are in this world. yet we can but enjoy them while we Are in this world. av pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi pno32 cs pns12 vbr p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
853 When we come into the world of spirits, it will signifie nothing to us to have been rich or great in this world. When we come into the world of spirits, it will signify nothing to us to have been rich or great in this world. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb vvi pix p-acp pno12 pc-acp vhi vbn j cc j p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
854 When we shall stand before that highest Tribunal, it will not avail us in the least to have been Princes, When we shall stand before that highest Tribunal, it will not avail us in the least to have been Princes, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi a-acp cst js n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt ds pc-acp vhi vbn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
855 and great Men, and Judges on the Earth; and great Men, and Judges on the Earth; cc j n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
856 the poorest Man that ever lived in this world, will then be upon equal terms with the bigest of us all. the Poorest Man that ever lived in this world, will then be upon equal terms with the biggest of us all. dt js n1 cst av vvd p-acp d n1, vmb av vbi p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt js pp-f pno12 d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 48
857 For all mankind shall then stand upon a level, and those civil distinctions of rich and poor, of base and honourable, which seem now so considerable, For all mankind shall then stand upon a level, and those civil Distinctions of rich and poor, of base and honourable, which seem now so considerable, p-acp d n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n-jn, cc d j n2 pp-f j cc j, pp-f j cc j, r-crq vvb av av j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 48
858 and make such a glaring difference amongst Men in this world, shall all then be laid aside, and make such a glaring difference among Men in this world, shall all then be laid aside, cc vvi d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, vmb d av vbb vvn av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 48
859 and moral differences shall only take place. and moral differences shall only take place. cc j n2 vmb av-j vvi n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 48
860 All the distinctions which will then be made, will be betwixt the good and the bad; the righteous and the wicked; All the Distinctions which will then be made, will be betwixt the good and the bad; the righteous and the wicked; av-d dt n2 r-crq vmb av vbi vvn, vmb vbi p-acp dt j cc dt j; dt j cc dt j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 48
861 and the difference betwixt a good and bad Man, will be really much greater than ever it seemed to be, betwixt the highest and meanest persons in this world. and the difference betwixt a good and bad Man, will be really much greater than ever it seemed to be, betwixt the highest and Meanest Persons in this world. cc dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, vmb vbi av-j av-d jc cs av pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi, p-acp dt js cc js n2 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 48
862 And if this be so, why should we value the enjoyments of sin at so high a rate, which at the best are only considerable (and that only in the imagination of vain Men) during our abode in this world, And if this be so, why should we valve the enjoyments of since At so high a rate, which At the best Are only considerable (and that only in the imagination of vain Men) during our Abided in this world, cc cs d vbb av, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp av j dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt js vbr j j (cc cst av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2) p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 48
863 but bear no price at all in that Country where we must live for ever: Or if they did, we cannot carry them along with us. but bear no price At all in that Country where we must live for ever: Or if they did, we cannot carry them along with us. cc-acp vvb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp cst n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av: cc cs pns32 vdd, pns12 vmbx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 48
864 The guilt of them indeed will follow us with a vengance; The guilt of them indeed will follow us with a vengeance; dt n1 pp-f pno32 av n1 vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 48
865 the injustice and all the ill arts we have used for the getting or keeping of them, especially, the injustice and all the ill arts we have used for the getting or keeping of them, especially, dt n1 cc d dt j-jn n2 pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32, av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 48
866 if at once we have made Shipwreck of Faith and a good Conscience. if At once we have made Shipwreck of Faith and a good Conscience. cs p-acp a-acp pns12 vhb vvn n1 pp-f n1 cc dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 48
867 If we have changed our Religion, or which is much worse, if continuing in the profession of it, we have betrayed it, If we have changed our Religion, or which is much Worse, if Continuing in the profession of it, we have betrayed it, cs pns12 vhb vvn po12 n1, cc r-crq vbz av-d jc, cs vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vhb vvn pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 48
868 and the interest of it, for the gaining or securing of any of these things; and the Interest of it, for the gaining or securing of any of these things; cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f d pp-f d n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 48
869 we shall find to our sorrow, that tho the enjoyments of sin were but for a season, the guilt of it will never leave us, we shall find to our sorrow, that though the enjoyments of since were but for a season, the guilt of it will never leave us, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, cst cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av-x vvi pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 48
870 nor forsake us, but will stick close to us, and make us miserable for ever. But this belongs to the III. Thing I proposed to speak to, namely, The final issue, and consequence of a sinful course, which is misery and sorrow, many times in this world; nor forsake us, but will stick close to us, and make us miserable for ever. But this belongs to the III. Thing I proposed to speak to, namely, The final issue, and consequence of a sinful course, which is misery and sorrow, many times in this world; ccx vvi pno12, cc-acp vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp av. p-acp d vvz p-acp dt np1. n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp, av, dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz n1 cc n1, d n2 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 48
871 but most certainly in the next. but most Certainly in the next. cc-acp av-ds av-j p-acp dt ord. (8) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 48
872 1. In this world, the very best issue and consequence of a sinful course, that we can imagin, is Repentance: 1. In this world, the very best issue and consequence of a sinful course, that we can imagine, is Repentance: crd p-acp d n1, dt av js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi, vbz n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
873 And even this hath a great deal of sensible pain and trouble in it; And even this hath a great deal of sensible pain and trouble in it; cc av d vhz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
874 for it is many times (especially after great sins, and a long continuance in them,) accompanied with much regret and horror; with deep and piercing sorrow; for it is many times (especially After great Sins, and a long Continuance in them,) accompanied with much regret and horror; with deep and piercing sorrow; c-acp pn31 vbz d n2 (av-j p-acp j n2, cc dt j n1 p-acp pno32,) vvd p-acp d n1 cc n1; p-acp j-jn cc j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
875 with dismal and despairing thoughts of God's mercy; and with fearful apprehensions of his wrath and vengeance. with dismal and despairing thoughts of God's mercy; and with fearful apprehensions of his wrath and vengeance. p-acp j cc j-vvg n2 pp-f npg1 n1; cc p-acp j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
876 So that if this were the worst consequence of sin (which indeed is the best) no Man that considers and calculates things wisely, would purchase the pleasure of any sin, at the price of so much anguish and sorrow, So that if this were the worst consequence of since (which indeed is the best) no Man that considers and calculates things wisely, would purchase the pleasure of any since, At the price of so much anguish and sorrow, av cst cs d vbdr dt js n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq av vbz dt js) dx n1 cst vvz cc vvz n2 av-j, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
877 as a true and deep repentance will cost him; as a true and deep Repentance will cost him; c-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
878 especially, since a true repentance, does in many cases oblige Men to the restitution of that which hath been gained by sin, especially, since a true Repentance, does in many cases oblige Men to the restitution of that which hath been gained by since, av-j, c-acp dt j n1, vdz p-acp d n2 vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
879 if it hath been got by the injury of another. And this consideration quite takes away the pleasure and profit of an ill gotten Estate. if it hath been god by the injury of Another. And this consideration quite Takes away the pleasure and profit of an ill got Estate. cs pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn. cc d n1 av vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n-jn vvn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 48
880 Better never to have had it, than to be obliged to refund it. Better never to have had it, than to be obliged to refund it. j av pc-acp vhi vhn pn31, cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 48
881 A wise Man will forbear the most pleasant meats, if he know before-hand that they will make him deadly sick; A wise Man will forbear the most pleasant Meats, if he know beforehand that they will make him deadly sick; dt j n1 vmb vvi dt av-ds j n2, cs pns31 vvb av cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31 av-j j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 48
882 and that he shall never be at ease, till he have brought them up again. and that he shall never be At ease, till he have brought them up again. cc cst pns31 vmb av-x vbi p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pno32 a-acp av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 48
883 No Man that believes the threatnings of God, and the judgment of another world, would ever sin, No Man that believes the threatenings of God, and the judgement of Another world, would ever sin, dx n1 cst vvz dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vmd av vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
884 but that he hopes to retrieve all again by repentance. but that he hope's to retrieve all again by Repentance. cc-acp cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d av p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
885 But it is the greatest folly in the world to commit any sin upon this hope; But it is the greatest folly in the world to commit any since upon this hope; p-acp pn31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
886 for that is to please ones self for the present, in hopes to have more trouble afterwards than the pleasure comes to. for that is to please ones self for the present, in hope's to have more trouble afterwards than the pleasure comes to. p-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi pig n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp n2 pc-acp vhi dc n1 av cs dt n1 vvz p-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
887 But especially, no Man would be guilty of an act of injustice and oppression, in hopes to repent of it afterwards; But especially, no Man would be guilty of an act of injustice and oppression, in hope's to Repent of it afterwards; p-acp av-j, dx n1 vmd vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
888 because there can be no repentance for such sins without restitution; Because there can be no Repentance for such Sins without restitution; c-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
889 and 'tis perfect madness for a Man to run the hazard of his Soul, to get an Estate, in hopes of restoring it again; and it's perfect madness for a Man to run the hazard of his Soul, to get an Estate, in hope's of restoring it again; cc pn31|vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp n2 pp-f vvg pn31 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
890 for so he must do that truly repents of such a sin. But, for so he must do that truly repents of such a since. But, c-acp av pns31 vmb vdi d av-j vvz pp-f d dt n1. p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 48
891 2. In the other world, the final issue and consequence of all the pleasures of sin unrepented of, will certainly be misery and sorrow. 2. In the other world, the final issue and consequence of all the pleasures of since unrepented of, will Certainly be misery and sorrow. crd p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1 n1 pp-f, vmb av-j vbi n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 48
892 How quietly soever a sinner may pass through this world, or out of it, misery will certainly overtake him in the next, unspeakable and eternal misery, arising from an apprehension of the greatest loss, How quietly soever a sinner may pass through this world, or out of it, misery will Certainly overtake him in the next, unspeakable and Eternal misery, arising from an apprehension of the greatest loss, c-crq av-jn av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc av pp-f pn31, n1 vmb av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt ord, j cc j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 48
893 and a sense of the sharpest pain; and a sense of the Sharpest pain; cc dt n1 pp-f dt js n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 48
894 and those sadly aggravated by the remembrance of past pleasure, and the despair of future ease. and those sadly aggravated by the remembrance of past pleasure, and the despair of future ease. cc d av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 48
895 From a sad apprehension and melancholy reflection upon his inestimable loss. In the other world; the sinner shall be eternally separated from God, who is the fountain of happiness. From a sad apprehension and melancholy reflection upon his inestimable loss. In the other world; the sinner shall be eternally separated from God, who is the fountain of happiness. p-acp dt j n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp po31 j n1. p-acp dt j-jn n1; dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Image 48
896 This is the first part of that miserable sentence which shall be past upon the wicked; depart from me. This is the First part of that miserable sentence which shall be passed upon the wicked; depart from me. d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j; vvb p-acp pno11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 207 Image 48
897 Sinners are not now sensible of the joyes of Heaven, and the happiness of that state, Sinners Are not now sensible of the Joys of Heaven, and the happiness of that state, n2 vbr xx av j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
898 and therefore are not capable of estimating the greatness of such a loss: and Therefore Are not capable of estimating the greatness of such a loss: cc av vbr xx j pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f d dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
899 But this stupidity and insensibleness of sinners, continues only during this present state, which affords Men variety of objects and pleasures, to divert and entertain them: But this stupidity and insensibleness of Sinners, continues only during this present state, which affords Men variety of objects and pleasures, to divert and entertain them: cc-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vvz av-j p-acp d j n1, r-crq vvz n2 n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
900 But when they are once enter'd upon the other world, they will then have nothing else to take up their thoughts, But when they Are once entered upon the other world, they will then have nothing Else to take up their thoughts, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns32 vmb av vhi pix av pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
901 but the sad condition, into which by their own wilful negligence and folly, they have plunged themselves. but the sad condition, into which by their own wilful negligence and folly, they have plunged themselves. cc-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq p-acp po32 d j n1 cc n1, pns32 vhb vvn px32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
902 They shall then, lift up their eyes, and with the rich Man in the parable, at once see the happiness of others, They shall then, lift up their eyes, and with the rich Man in the parable, At once see the happiness of Others, pns32 vmb av, vvb a-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp a-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
903 and feel their own misery and torment. But this is not all. and feel their own misery and torment. But this is not all. cc vvi po32 d n1 cc n1. p-acp d vbz xx d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 48
904 Besides the apprehension of so great a loss, they shall be sensible of the sorest and sharpest pains; Beside the apprehension of so great a loss, they shall be sensible of the Sorest and Sharpest pains; p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f dt js cc js n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 48
905 and how grievous those shall be, we may conjecture by what the Scripture says of them in general; and how grievous those shall be, we may conjecture by what the Scripture Says of them in general; cc c-crq j d vmb vbi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 48
906 That they are the effects of a mighty displeasure, of Anger and Omnipotence met together, far greater than can be described by any pains and sufferings which we are acquainted withall in this world: That they Are the effects of a mighty displeasure, of Anger and Omnipotence met together, Far greater than can be described by any pains and sufferings which we Are acquainted withal in this world: cst pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 vvd av, av-j jc cs vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 48
907 For who knows the power of Gods anger, and the utmost of what Omnipotent Justice can do to sinners? It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. For who knows the power of God's anger, and the utmost of what Omnipotent justice can do to Sinners? It is a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the living God. p-acp r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt j pp-f r-crq j n1 vmb vdi p-acp n2? pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 48
908 One would think this were misery enough, and needed no frather aggravation; but yet it hath two terrible ones; One would think this were misery enough, and needed no frather aggravation; but yet it hath two terrible ones; crd vmd vvi d vbdr n1 av-d, cc vvd dx n1 n1; cc-acp av pn31 vhz crd j pi2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 48
909 from the remembrance of past pleasures, and the despair of any future ease and remedy. The remembrance of past pleasure makes present sufferings more sharp and sensible. from the remembrance of past pleasures, and the despair of any future ease and remedy. The remembrance of past pleasure makes present sufferings more sharp and sensible. p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n1. dt n1 pp-f j n1 vvz j n2 av-dc j cc j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 48
910 For as nothing commends pleasure more, and gives a quicker relish to happiness, than precedent pain and suffering: (for perhaps there is not a greater pleasure in the world, For as nothing commends pleasure more, and gives a quicker relish to happiness, than precedent pain and suffering: (for perhaps there is not a greater pleasure in the world, p-acp p-acp pix vvz n1 av-dc, cc vvz dt jc n1 p-acp n1, cs j n1 cc n1: (c-acp av pc-acp vbz xx dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 48
911 than in the suddain ease which a Man finds after a sharp fit of the Stone) so nothing enrageth affliction more, than in the sudden ease which a Man finds After a sharp fit of the Stone) so nothing enrageth affliction more, cs p-acp dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1) av pix vvz n1 av-dc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 48
912 and sets a keener edg upon misery, than to pass into great pain immediately out of a state of ease and pleasure. and sets a keener edge upon misery, than to pass into great pain immediately out of a state of ease and pleasure. cc vvz dt jc n1 p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 av-j av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 48
913 This was the stinging aggravation of the rich Man's torment, That in his life time he had received his good things, This was the stinging aggravation of the rich Man's torment, That in his life time he had received his good things, d vbds dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, cst p-acp po31 n1 n1 pns31 vhd vvn po31 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 48
914 and had faired so deliciously every day. But the greatest aggravation of all is, the despair of any future ease and remedy. and had faired so deliciously every day. But the greatest aggravation of all is, the despair of any future ease and remedy. cc vhd vvn av av-j d n1. p-acp dt js n1 pp-f d vbz, dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 48
915 The duration of this misery, is set forth to us in Scripture, by such expressions as do signifie the longest and most interminable duration. The duration of this misery, is Set forth to us in Scripture, by such expressions as do signify the longest and most interminable duration. dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbz vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp d n2 c-acp vdb vvi dt js cc av-ds j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 48
916 Depart ye cursed, into everlasting fire, Matth. 25. and Mark 9. 43. Where the worm dies not, Depart you cursed, into everlasting fire, Matthew 25. and Mark 9. 43. Where the worm die not, vvb pn22 vvn, p-acp j n1, np1 crd cc vvi crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz xx, (8) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 48
917 and the fire is not quenched. And in the Revel. and the fire is not quenched. And in the Revel. cc dt n1 vbz xx vvn. cc p-acp dt vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 48
918 it is said, that the wicked shall be tormented, day and night, for ever and ever; without intermission, and without end. it is said, that the wicked shall be tormented, day and night, for ever and ever; without intermission, and without end. pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt j vmb vbi vvn, n1 cc n1, c-acp av cc av; p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 48
919 And this surely is the perfection of misery, for a Man to lye under the greatest torments, And this surely is the perfection of misery, for a Man to lie under the greatest torments, cc d av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 48
920 and to be in despair of ever finding the least ease. Let us now compare things together: and to be in despair of ever finding the least ease. Let us now compare things together: cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pp-f av vvg dt ds n1. vvb pno12 av vvi n2 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 48
921 on the one hand, the sufferings of good Men, for a good Conscience, and the reward that follows them; on the one hand, the sufferings of good Men, for a good Conscience, and the reward that follows them; p-acp dt crd n1, dt n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 cst vvz pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 48
922 and on the other hand, the enjoyments of sin, with the mischief and misery that attends them, and on the other hand, the enjoyments of since, with the mischief and misery that attends them, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 48
923 and will certainly overtake them in this world, or the next: and will Certainly overtake them in this world, or the next: cc vmb av-j vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, cc dt ord: (8) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 48
924 and then we shall easily discern which of these is to be preferred in a wise Man's choice. and then we shall Easily discern which of these is to be preferred in a wise Man's choice. cc av pns12 vmb av-j vvi r-crq pp-f d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j ng1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 48
925 And indeed the choice is so very plain, that a Man must be strangely forsaken of his reason, And indeed the choice is so very plain, that a Man must be strangely forsaken of his reason, cc av dt n1 vbz av j n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 48
926 and blinded by sense, who does not prefer that course of life, which will probably make him happier in this world, and blinded by sense, who does not prefer that course of life, which will probably make him Happier in this world, cc vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb av-j vvi pno31 jc p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 48
927 but most certainly in the next. There remains now only the Fourth and last particular to be spoken to; but most Certainly in the next. There remains now only the Fourth and last particular to be spoken to; cc-acp av-ds av-j p-acp dt ord. pc-acp vvz av av-j dt ord cc ord j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 48
928 viz. Supposing this choice to be reasonable, to enquire whence it comes to pass, that so many make a quite contrary choice. viz. Supposing this choice to be reasonable, to inquire whence it comes to pass, that so many make a quite contrary choice. n1 vvg d n1 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst av av-d vvi dt av j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 48
929 How is it that the greatest part of mankind are so widely mistaken, as to prefer the temporary enjoyments of sin, before Conscience and Religion; How is it that the greatest part of mankind Are so widely mistaken, as to prefer the temporary enjoyments of since, before Conscience and Religion; q-crq vbz pn31 cst dt js n1 pp-f n1 vbr av av-j vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 48
930 especially, if it be attended with great afflictions and sufferings? And of this I shall give you as brief an account as I can, and so conclude this Discourse. especially, if it be attended with great afflictions and sufferings? And of this I shall give you as brief an account as I can, and so conclude this Discourse. av-j, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2? cc pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns11 vmb, cc av vvb d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 48
931 This wrong choice, generally proceeds from one or both of these two causes; from want of Faith; or from want of consideration; or of both. This wrong choice, generally proceeds from one or both of these two Causes; from want of Faith; or from want of consideration; or of both. d j-jn n1, av-j vvz p-acp crd cc d pp-f d crd n2; p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc pp-f d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 48
932 1. One great reason why Men make so imprudent a choice, is unbelief; either the want of Faith, or the weakness of it. 1. One great reason why Men make so imprudent a choice, is unbelief; either the want of Faith, or the weakness of it. crd crd j n1 q-crq n2 vvb av j dt n1, vbz n1; d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 48
933 Either Men do not believe the recompences of another life, or they are not so firmly persuaded of the reality of them. Either Men do not believe the recompenses of Another life, or they Are not so firmly persuaded of the reality of them. av-d n2 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc pns32 vbr xx av av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 48
934 If Men do not at all believe these things, there is no foundation for Religion; If Men do not At all believe these things, there is no Foundation for Religion; cs n2 vdb xx p-acp d vvb d n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 48
935 for he that cometh unto God (that is, he that thinks of being religious) must believe that God is, for he that comes unto God (that is, he that thinks of being religious) must believe that God is, p-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 (cst vbz, pns31 cst vvz pp-f vbg j) vmb vvi cst np1 vbz, (8) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 48
936 and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him, as the Apostle reasons in the beginning of this Chapter. and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him, as the Apostle Reasons in the beginning of this Chapter. cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31, p-acp dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 48
937 But I hope, there are but few that are, or can be Infidels, as to these great and fundamental principles of Religion. But I hope, there Are but few that Are, or can be Infidels, as to these great and fundamental principles of Religion. cc-acp pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbr p-acp d cst vbr, cc vmb vbi n2, c-acp p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
938 But it is to be feared, that the Faith of a great many, is but weak and wavering; their Faith is rather negative; But it is to be feared, that the Faith of a great many, is but weak and wavering; their Faith is rather negative; p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j d, vbz cc-acp j cc j-vvg; po32 n1 vbz av j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
939 they do not disbelieve these things, but they are not firmly persuaded of them; their Faith is rather an opinion, than a rooted and well grounded persuasion; and therefore no wonder; they do not disbelieve these things, but they Are not firmly persuaded of them; their Faith is rather an opinion, than a rooted and well grounded persuasion; and Therefore no wonder; pns32 vdb xx vvi d n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn pp-f pno32; po32 n1 vbz av-c dt n1, cs dt j-vvn cc av vvn n1; cc av dx n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
940 if it be not so strong, and vigorous a principle of action, and like the Faith of Abraham and Moses, and other worthies mentioned in this Chapter. if it be not so strong, and vigorous a principle of actium, and like the Faith of Abraham and Moses, and other worthies mentioned in this Chapter. cs pn31 vbb xx av j, cc j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, cc n-jn n2-jn vvn p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
941 For where Faith is in its full strength and vigour, it will have proportionable effects upon the resolutions and wills of Men: For where Faith is in its full strength and vigour, it will have proportionable effects upon the resolutions and wills of Men: p-acp q-crq n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb vhi j n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
942 But where it is but weak, it is of little or no efficacy. But where it is but weak, it is of little or no efficacy. cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp j, pn31 vbz pp-f j cc dx n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
943 And this is the true reason, why so many forsake Religion, and cleave to this present world; And this is the true reason, why so many forsake Religion, and cleave to this present world; cc d vbz dt j n1, q-crq av d vvb n1, cc vvb p-acp d j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
944 and when it comes to the push, choose rather to sin, than to suffer; and will rather quit the truth, than endure persecution for it. and when it comes to the push, choose rather to sin, than to suffer; and will rather quit the truth, than endure persecution for it. cc c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb av-c pc-acp vvi, cs pc-acp vvi; cc vmb av-c vvi dt n1, cs vvi n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 48
945 These are they, whom our Saviour describes, who receive receive the word with joy, and endure for a while; These Are they, whom our Saviour describes, who receive receive the word with joy, and endure for a while; d vbr pns32, ro-crq po12 n1 vvz, r-crq vvb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 48
946 but when tribulation and persecution ariseth because of the word, presently they are offended: not that they did not believe the Word; but when tribulation and persecution arises Because of the word, presently they Are offended: not that they did not believe the Word; cc-acp q-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pp-f dt n1, av-j pns32 vbr vvn: xx cst pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 48
947 but their Faith had taken no deep root, and therefore it withered. The weakness and wavering of Mens Faith, makes them unstable and inconstant in their course; but their Faith had taken no deep root, and Therefore it withered. The weakness and wavering of Men's Faith, makes them unstable and inconstant in their course; cc-acp po32 n1 vhd vvn dx j-jn n1, cc av pn31 vvd. dt n1 cc vvg pp-f ng2 n1, vvz pno32 j cc j p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 48
948 because they are not of one mind, but divided betwixt two interests, that of this world, and the other; Because they Are not of one mind, but divided betwixt two interests, that of this world, and the other; c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f crd n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp crd n2, cst pp-f d n1, cc dt n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 48
949 and the double minded man (as St. James tells us) is unstable in all his ways. and the double minded man (as Saint James tells us) is unstable in all his ways. cc dt j-jn j-vvn n1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno12) vbz j p-acp d po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 48
950 It is generally a true rule; It is generally a true Rule; pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 220 Image 48
951 so much wavering as we see in the actions and lives of Men, so much weakness there is in their Faith; so much wavering as we see in the actions and lives of Men, so much weakness there is in their Faith; av av-d vvg c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, av d n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 220 Image 48
952 and therefore he that would know what any Man firmly believes, let him attend to his actions more than to his professions. and Therefore he that would know what any Man firmly believes, let him attend to his actions more than to his professions. cc av pns31 cst vmd vvi r-crq d n1 av-j vvz, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n2 av-dc cs p-acp po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 220 Image 48
953 If any Man live so, as no Man that heartily believes the Christian Religion can live, it is not credible that such a Man doth firmly believe the Christian Religion. He says he does; If any Man live so, as no Man that heartily believes the Christian Religion can live, it is not credible that such a Man does firmly believe the Christian Religion. He Says he does; cs d n1 vvi av, c-acp dx n1 cst av-j vvz dt njp n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz xx j cst d dt n1 vdz av-j vvi dt njp n1. pns31 vvz pns31 vdz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
954 but there is a greater evidence in the case than words; but there is a greater evidence in the case than words; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
955 there is Testimonium rei, the Man's actions are to the contrary, and they do best declare the inward sense of the Man. Did Men firmly believe, that there is a God that governs the world, there is Testimonium rei, the Man's actions Are to the contrary, and they do best declare the inward sense of the Man. Did Men firmly believe, that there is a God that governs the world, pc-acp vbz n1 fw-la, dt ng1 n2 vbr p-acp dt n-jn, cc pns32 vdb js vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd np1 av-j vvb, cst a-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
956 and that he hath appointed a day, wherein he will judge it in righteousnes; and that all mankind shall shortly appear before him, and give an account of themselves, and that he hath appointed a day, wherein he will judge it in righteousness; and that all mankind shall shortly appear before him, and give an account of themselves, cc cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1; cc cst d n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f px32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
957 and all their actions to him; and all their actions to him; cc d po32 n2 p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
958 and that those who have kept the Faith and a good Conscience, and have lived soberly, and that those who have kept the Faith and a good Conscience, and have lived soberly, cc cst d r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 cc dt j n1, cc vhb vvn av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
959 and righteously, and godly in this present world, shall be unspeakably and eternally happy; and righteously, and godly in this present world, shall be unspeakably and eternally happy; cc av-j, cc j p-acp d j n1, vmb vbi av-j cc av-j j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
960 but the fearful and unbelieving, those who out of fear or interest, have deserted the Faith, but the fearful and unbelieving, those who out of Fear or Interest, have deserted the Faith, p-acp dt j cc vvg, d r-crq av pp-f n1 cc n1, vhb vvn dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
961 or lived wicked lives, shall have their portion in the lake, which burns with fire and brimstone; or lived wicked lives, shall have their portion in the lake, which burns with fire and brimstone; cc vvd j n2, vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
962 I say, were Men firmly persuaded of these things, it is hardly credible that any Man should make a wrong choice, I say, were Men firmly persuaded of these things, it is hardly credible that any Man should make a wrong choice, pns11 vvb, vbdr n2 av-j vvn pp-f d n2, pn31 vbz av j cst d n1 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
963 and forsake the ways of Truth and Righteousness, upon any temptation whatsoever. and forsake the ways of Truth and Righteousness, upon any temptation whatsoever. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 r-crq. (8) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 48
964 Faith, even in temporal matters, is a mighty principle of action, and will make Men to attempt and undergo strange and difficult things. Faith, even in temporal matters, is a mighty principle of actium, and will make Men to attempt and undergo strange and difficult things. n1, av p-acp j n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi j cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 222 Image 48
965 The Faith of the Gospel ought to be much more operative and powerful; because the Objects of Hope and Fear, which it presents to us, are far greater, The Faith of the Gospel ought to be much more operative and powerful; Because the Objects of Hope and fear, which it presents to us, Are Far greater, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd pc-acp vbi av-d av-dc j-jn cc j; c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, vbr av-j jc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 222 Image 48
966 and more considerable, than any thing that this world can tempt or terrifie us withall. and more considerable, than any thing that this world can tempt or terrify us withal. cc av-dc j, cs d n1 cst d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno12 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 222 Image 48
967 Would we but by Faith make present to our minds, the invisible things of another world; Would we but by Faith make present to our minds, the invisible things of Another world; vmd pns12 p-acp p-acp n1 vvi j p-acp po12 n2, dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 223 Image 48
968 the happiness of Heaven, and the terrors of Hell, and were we as verily persuaded of them, the happiness of Heaven, and the terrors of Hell, and were we as verily persuaded of them, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vbdr pns12 p-acp av-j vvn pp-f pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 223 Image 48
969 as if they were in our view, how should we despise all the pleasures and terrors of this world! as if they were in our view, how should we despise all the pleasures and terrors of this world! c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp po12 n1, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 223 Image 48
970 And with what ease should we resist and repel all those temptations, which would seduce us from our duty, or draw us into sin! And with what ease should we resist and repel all those temptations, which would seduce us from our duty, or draw us into since! cc p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns12 vvi cc vvi d d n2, r-crq vmd vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 223 Image 48
971 A firm and unshaken belief of these things, would effectually remove all those mountains of difficulty and discouragement, which Men fancy to themselves in the ways of Religion. A firm and unshaken belief of these things, would effectually remove all those Mountains of difficulty and discouragement, which Men fancy to themselves in the ways of Religion. dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f d n2, vmd av-j vvi d d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq n2 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 48
972 To him that believeth, all things are possible, and most things would be easie. 2. Another reason of this wrong choice, is want of consideration; To him that Believeth, all things Are possible, and most things would be easy. 2. another reason of this wrong choice, is want of consideration; p-acp pno31 cst vvz, d n2 vbr j, cc ds n2 vmd vbi j. crd j-jn n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, vbz n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 48
973 for this would strengthen our Faith, and make it more vigorous and powerful: for this would strengthen our Faith, and make it more vigorous and powerful: p-acp d vmd vvi po12 n1, cc vvi pn31 av-dc j cc j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 48
974 And indeed a Faith which is well rooted and establishould doth suppose a wise and deep consideration of things; And indeed a Faith which is well rooted and establishould does suppose a wise and deep consideration of things; cc av dt n1 r-crq vbz av vvn cc n1 vdz vvi dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 48
975 and the want of this is a great cause of the fatal miscarriage of Men; and the want of this is a great cause of the fatal miscarriage of Men; cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 48
976 that they do not sit down and consider with themselves seriously, how much Religion is their interest, that they do not fit down and Consider with themselves seriously, how much Religion is their Interest, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp px32 av-j, c-crq d n1 vbz po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 48
977 and how much it will cost them to be true to it, and to persevere in it to the end. and how much it will cost them to be true to it, and to persevere in it to the end. cc c-crq av-d pn31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 48
978 We suffer our selves to be governed by sense, and to be transported with present things; We suffer our selves to be governed by sense, and to be transported with present things; pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 226 Image 48
979 but do not consider our future and lasting interest, and the whole duration of an immortal Soul. And this is the reason, but do not Consider our future and lasting Interest, and the Whole duration of an immortal Soul. And this is the reason, cc-acp vdb xx vvi po12 n-jn cc j-vvg n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc d vbz dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 226 Image 48
980 why so many men are hurried away by the present and sensible delights of this world; why so many men Are hurried away by the present and sensible delights of this world; q-crq av d n2 vbr vvd av p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 226 Image 48
981 because they will not take time to think of what will be hereafter. Because they will not take time to think of what will be hereafter. c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq vmb vbi av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 226 Image 48
982 For it is not to be imagined, but that the Man who hath seriously considered what sin is; For it is not to be imagined, but that the Man who hath seriously considered what since is; p-acp pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp cst dt n1 r-crq vhz av-j vvn r-crq n1 vbz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 227 Image 48
983 the shortness of its pleasure, and the eternity of its punishment; should resolve to forsake sin, and to live a holy and virtuous life. To conclude this whole Discourse. the shortness of its pleasure, and the eternity of its punishment; should resolve to forsake since, and to live a holy and virtuous life. To conclude this Whole Discourse. dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1. pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 227 Image 48
984 If Men did but seriously believe the great principles of Religion; the Being and the Providence of God; the immortality of their Souls; If Men did but seriously believe the great principles of Religion; the Being and the Providence of God; the immortality of their Souls; cs n2 vdd p-acp av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1; av vbg cc dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
985 the glorious rewards, and the dreadful punishments of another world; the glorious rewards, and the dreadful punishments of Another world; dt j n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
986 they could not possibly make so imprudent a choice, as we see a great part of mankind to do; they could not possibly make so imprudent a choice, as we see a great part of mankind to do; pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi av j dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
987 they could not be induced to forsake God and Religion for any temporal interest and advantage; they could not be induced to forsake God and Religion for any temporal Interest and advantage; pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
988 to renounce the favour of Heaven, and all their hopes of happiness in another world, to renounce the favour of Heaven, and all their hope's of happiness in Another world, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d po32 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
989 for any thing that this world can afford, nay not for the whole world, if it were offered to them. for any thing that this world can afford, nay not for the Whole world, if it were offered to them. p-acp d n1 cst d n1 vmb vvi, uh-x xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
990 For as our Saviour reasons in this very case of forsaking our Religion for any temporal interest, or consideration; For as our Saviour Reasons in this very case of forsaking our Religion for any temporal Interest, or consideration; p-acp p-acp po12 n1 n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg po12 n1 p-acp d j n1, cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
991 what is a man profited if he gain the whole world, and lose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? what is a man profited if he gain the Whole world, and loose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn cs pns31 vvb dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1? cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 228 Image 48
992 When ever any of us are tempted in this kind; let that solemn declaration of our Saviour and our Judge be continually in our minds; When ever any of us Are tempted in this kind; let that solemn declaration of our Saviour and our Judge be continually in our minds; c-crq av d pp-f pno12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1; vvb d j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc po12 n1 vbi av-j p-acp po12 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 229 Image 48
993 he that confesseth me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven; he that Confesses me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven; pns31 cst vvz pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 vvi av p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 229 Image 48
994 but whosever shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him shall the son of man be ashamed, but whosever shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him shall the son of man be ashamed, cc-acp vvb vmb vbi j pp-f pno11 cc pp-f po11 n2 p-acp d j cc j n1, pp-f pno31 vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 229 Image 48
995 when he shall come in the glory of his Father, with his holy Angels. when he shall come in the glory of his Father, with his holy Angels. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 229 Image 48
996 And we have great cause to thank God, to see so many in this day of tryal, And we have great cause to thank God, to see so many in this day of trial, cc pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi av d p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 230 Image 48
997 and hour of temptation, to adhere with so much resolution and constancy to their Holy Religion, and hour of temptation, to adhere with so much resolution and constancy to their Holy Religion, cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp av d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 230 Image 48
998 and to prefer the keeping of Faith, and a good Conscience, to all earthly considerations and advantages. and to prefer the keeping of Faith, and a good Conscience, to all earthly considerations and advantages. cc pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f n1, cc dt j n1, p-acp d j n2 cc n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 230 Image 48
999 And this very thing, that so many hold their Religion so fast, and are so loth to part with it, gives great hopes that they intend to make good use of it, And this very thing, that so many hold their Religion so fast, and Are so loath to part with it, gives great hope's that they intend to make good use of it, cc d j n1, cst av d vvb po32 n1 av av-j, cc vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vvz j n2 cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 231 Image 48
1000 and to frame their lives according to the holy rules and precepts of it; and to frame their lives according to the holy rules and Precepts of it; cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 231 Image 48
1001 which alone can give us peace whilst we live, and comfort when we come to die; which alone can give us peace while we live, and Comfort when we come to die; r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno12 n1 cs pns12 vvb, cc vvb c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 231 Image 48
1002 and after death secure to us the possession of a happiness large as our wishes, and lasting as our Souls. and After death secure to us the possession of a happiness large as our wishes, and lasting as our Souls. cc p-acp n1 j p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp po12 n2, cc vvg p-acp po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 231 Image 48
1003 To which, God of his Infinite Goodness bring us all, for his mercy's sake, in Jesus Christ: To which, God of his Infinite goodness bring us all, for his mercy's sake, in jesus christ: p-acp r-crq, np1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvb pno12 d, c-acp po31 n1|vbz n1, p-acp np1 np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Image 48
1004 To whom, with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory, World without end. Amen. To whom, with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory, World without end. Amen. p-acp ro-crq, p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1, vbb d n1 cc n1, n1 p-acp n1. uh-n. (8) sermon (DIV1) 232 Image 48
1005 A SERMON ON HEB. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; A SERMON ON HEBREW. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; dt n1 p-acp n1. fw-la crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Image 65
1006 for he is faithful that hath promised. for he is faithful that hath promised. c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 232 Image 65
1007 THE main Scope and design of this Epistle to the Hebrews, is to persuade the Jews, who were newly converted to Christianity, to continue stedfast in the profession of that Holy and Excellent Religion which they had embraced; THE main Scope and Design of this Epistle to the Hebrews, is to persuade the jews, who were newly converted to Christianity, to continue steadfast in the profession of that Holy and Excellent Religion which they had embraced; dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt np2, vbz pc-acp vvi dt np2, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 65
1008 and not to be removed from it, either by the subtile insinuations of their Brethren the Jews, who pretended that they were in possession of the true ancient Religion, and not to be removed from it, either by the subtle insinuations of their Brothers the jews, who pretended that they were in possession of the true ancient Religion, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2 dt np2, r-crq vvd cst pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f dt j j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 65
1009 and the only true Church of God upon Earth; and the only true Church of God upon Earth; cc dt j j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 65
1010 or by the terrour of Heathen persecution which was so hot against them at that time. or by the terror of Heathen persecution which was so hight against them At that time. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 r-crq vbds av j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 65
1011 And to this end the Author of this Epistle doth by great variety of arguments demonstrate the excellency of the Christian Religion above the Jewish dispensation; And to this end the Author of this Epistle does by great variety of Arguments demonstrate the excellency of the Christian Religion above the Jewish Dispensation; cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 vdz p-acp j n1 pp-f n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp dt jp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 65
1012 and shews at large, that in all those respects upon which the Jews valued themselves and their Religion (as namely upon the account of their Lawgiver, their High-Priests and their Sacrifices) the Christian Religion had every way the advantage of them. and shows At large, that in all those respects upon which the jews valued themselves and their Religion (as namely upon the account of their Lawgiver, their High priests and their Sacrifices) the Christian Religion had every Way the advantage of them. cc vvz p-acp j, cst p-acp d d n2 p-acp r-crq dt np2 vvn px32 cc po32 n1 (c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, po32 n2 cc po32 n2) dt njp n1 vhd d n1 dt n1 pp-f pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 65
1013 And having made this clear, he concludes with an earnest exhortation to them to continue stedfast in the profession of this excellent Religion, which was revealed to them by the Son of God, the true propitiatory Sacrifice, And having made this clear, he concludes with an earnest exhortation to them to continue steadfast in the profession of this excellent Religion, which was revealed to them by the Son of God, the true propitiatory Sacrifice, cc vhg vvn d j, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1014 and the great High-Priest of their profession, and into which they had solemnly been initiated and admitted by Baptism; and the great High-Priest of their profession, and into which they had solemnly been initiated and admitted by Baptism; cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd av-j vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1015 vers. 19, 20, 21, 22. Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest, by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us through the vail, that is to say, his flesh; vers. 19, 20, 21, 22. Having Therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the Holiest, by the blood of jesus, by a new and living Way, which he hath consecrated for us through the Vail, that is to say, his Flesh; zz. crd, crd, crd, crd vhg av, n2, n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1016 and having an high-priest over the house of God: and having an High Priest over the house of God: cc vhg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1017 Let us draw near with a true heart, in full assurance of faith, (that is, let us sincerly serve God with a firm persuasion of the Truth and Excellency of this Holy Religion, into the Profession whereof we were solemnly admitted by Baptism; Let us draw near with a true heart, in full assurance of faith, (that is, let us sincerely serve God with a firm persuasion of the Truth and Excellency of this Holy Religion, into the Profession whereof we were solemnly admitted by Baptism; vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, (cst vbz, vvb pno12 av-j vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1018 for that is undoubtedly the meaning of the following words; having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience, and our bodies washt with pure water; for that is undoubtedly the meaning of the following words; having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water; p-acp d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2; vhg po12 n2 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc po12 n2 vvn p-acp j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1019 the Water with which our Bodies are washt in Baptism, signifying our spiritual Regeneration, and the purging of our Consciences from dead Works, to serve the living God. the Water with which our Bodies Are washed in Baptism, signifying our spiritual Regeneration, and the purging of our Consciences from dead Works, to serve the living God. dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvg po12 j n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp j vvz, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1020 From all which he concludes, Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering: From all which he concludes, Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering: p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg: (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1021 This refers to that solemn Profession of Faith, which was made by all Christians at their Baptism, This refers to that solemn Profession of Faith, which was made by all Christians At their Baptism, d vvz p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d np1 p-acp po32 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1022 and which is contained in the ancient Creed of the Christian Church, called by the ancient Fathers, The Rule of Faith. and which is contained in the ancient Creed of the Christian Church, called by the ancient Father's, The Rule of Faith. cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1, vvn p-acp dt j n2, dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 65
1023 Let us hold fast, NONLATINALPHABET, let us firmly retain; the same with NONLATINALPHABET. Chap. 4. 14. Seeing then we have a great high-priest which is passed into the Heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us take fast hold of our profession. Let us hold fast,, let us firmly retain; the same with. Chap. 4. 14. Seeing then we have a great High Priest which is passed into the Heavens, jesus the Son of God, let us take fast hold of our profession. vvb pno12 vvi av-j,, vvb pno12 av-j vvi; dt d p-acp. np1 crd crd vvg av pns12 vhb dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j vvi pp-f po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1024 So here in the Text, the Apostle upon the same Consideration exhorts Christians to retain, or hold fast, NONLATINALPHABET, the Confession or Profession of their hope; that is, the Hope of the Resurrection of the Dead, So Here in the Text, the Apostle upon the same Consideration exhorts Christians to retain, or hold fast,, the Confessi or Profession of their hope; that is, the Hope of the Resurrection of the Dead, av av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av-j,, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1; cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1025 and everlasting Life, which was the Conclusion of that Faith or Creed, whereof in Baptism they made a Solemn Profession. and everlasting Life, which was the Conclusion of that Faith or Creed, whereof in Baptism they made a Solemn Profession. cc j n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, c-crq p-acp n1 pns32 vvd dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1026 Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith or Hope without wavering; Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith or Hope without wavering; vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1027 the word is NONLATINALPHABET, inflexible, unmoveable, steady, and not apt to waver and be shaken by every Wind of contrary Doctrine, the word is, inflexible, Unmovable, steady, and not apt to waver and be shaken by every Wind of contrary Doctrine, dt n1 vbz, j, j, j, cc xx j pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1028 nor by the Blasts and Storms of Persecution. For he is faithful that hath promised. nor by the Blasts and Storms of Persecution. For he is faithful that hath promised. ccx p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1029 If we continue faithful and steady to God, he will be faithful to make good all the Promises which he hath made to us. If we continue faithful and steady to God, he will be faithful to make good all the Promises which he hath made to us. cs pns12 vvb j cc j p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi j d dt vvz r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 65
1030 In the words thus explained, there are Two things which I shall distinctly consider. I. The Exhortation; In the words thus explained, there Are Two things which I shall distinctly Consider. I. The Exhortation; p-acp dt n2 av vvn, pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi. np1 dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 236 Image 65
1031 Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering: And II. The Argument or Encouragement used to en•••ce it; He is faithful that promised. so I begin with the Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering: And II The Argument or Encouragement used to en•••ce it; He is faithful that promised. so I begin with the vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg: cc crd dt n1 cc n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31; pns31 vbz j cst vvd. av pns11 vvb p-acp dt (9) sermon (DIV1) 237 Image 65
1032 I. The Exhortation, to be constant and steady in the Profession of the Christian Religion: Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering. I. The Exhortation, to be constant and steady in the Profession of the Christian Religion: Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering. np1 dt n1, pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1: vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Image 65
1033 In the handling of this, and that we may the better understand the true meaning of this Exhortation here in the Text, I shall do these two things. In the handling of this, and that we may the better understand the true meaning of this Exhortation Here in the Text, I shall do these two things. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d, cc cst pns12 vmb dt av-jc vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 av p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vdi d crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 239 Image 65
1034 1. I shall shew Negatively, wherein this Constancy and Steadiness in the Profession of the true Religion, does not consist. 1. I shall show Negatively, wherein this Constancy and Steadiness in the Profession of the true Religion, does not consist. crd pns11 vmb vvi av-j, c-crq d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vdz xx vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 240 Image 65
1035 And here I shall remove one or two things which are thought by some, to be inconsistent with Constancy and Steadfastness in Religion. And Here I shall remove one or two things which Are Thought by Some, to be inconsistent with Constancy and Steadfastness in Religion. cc av pns11 vmb vvi crd cc crd n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 240 Image 65
1036 2. I shall shew Positively, what is implied in a Constant and Steady Profession of the true Religion. 2. I shall show Positively, what is implied in a Constant and Steady Profession of the true Religion. crd pns11 vmb vvi av-j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 241 Image 65
1037 1. I shall shew Negatively, what Constancy and Steadfastness in the Profession of the true Religion does not imply. 1. I shall show Negatively, what Constancy and Steadfastness in the Profession of the true Religion does not imply. crd pns11 vmb vvi av-j, r-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vdz xx vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 65
1038 And there are two things which are thought by some to be imply'd, in holding fast the profession of our faith without wavering. And there Are two things which Are Thought by Some to be implied, in holding fast the profession of our faith without wavering. cc pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 65
1039 1. That Men should not take the liberty to examine their Religion, and enquire into the Grounds and Reasons of it. 1. That Men should not take the liberty to examine their Religion, and inquire into the Grounds and Reasons of it. crd d n2 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 65
1040 2. That men should obstinately refuse to hear any Reasons that can be brought against the true Religion as they think, which they have once entertained. 2. That men should obstinately refuse to hear any Reasons that can be brought against the true Religion as they think, which they have once entertained. crd d n2 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns32 vvb, r-crq pns32 vhb a-acp vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 244 Image 65
1041 1. That Men should not take the liberty to examine their Religion, and to enquire into the Grounds and Reasons of it. 1. That Men should not take the liberty to examine their Religion, and to inquire into the Grounds and Reasons of it. crd d n2 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1042 This I think is so far from being forbidden in this Exhortation; This I think is so Far from being forbidden in this Exhortation; d pns11 vvb vbz av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1043 that on the contrary, I doubt not to make it appear, that a free and impartial Enquiry into the Grounds and Reasons of our Religion, that on the contrary, I doubt not to make it appear, that a free and impartial Enquiry into the Grounds and Reasons of our Religion, cst p-acp dt n-jn, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi, cst dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1044 and a thorough Tryal and Examination of them, is one of the best Means to confirm and establish us in the Profession of it: and a thorough Trial and Examination of them, is one of the best Means to confirm and establish us in the Profession of it: cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1045 I mean, that all Persons that are capable of it, should do it. and that they will find great benefit and advantage by it. I mean, that all Persons that Are capable of it, should do it. and that they will find great benefit and advantage by it. pns11 vvb, cst d n2 cst vbr j pp-f pn31, vmd vdi pn31. cc cst pns32 vmb vvi j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1046 For I do not think that this is a Duty equally and indifferently incumbent upon all; For I do not think that this is a Duty equally and indifferently incumbent upon all; p-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d vbz dt n1 av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp d; (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1047 nor indeed fit and proper for all Persons; because all are not equally capable of doing it. nor indeed fit and proper for all Persons; Because all Are not equally capable of doing it. ccx av j cc j p-acp d n2; c-acp d vbr xx av-j j pp-f vdg pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1048 There are two sorts of Persons that are in a great measure incapable of doing it. 1. Children. There Are two sorts of Persons that Are in a great measure incapable of doing it. 1. Children. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 cst vbr p-acp dt j n1 j pp-f vdg pn31. crd np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 65
1049 2. Such grown Persons as are of a very mean and low capacity, and improvement of Understanding. 2. Such grown Persons as Are of a very mean and low capacity, and improvement of Understanding. crd d vvn n2 c-acp vbr pp-f dt j j cc j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 247 Image 65
1050 Children are not fit to examine, but only to learn and believe what is taught them by their Parents and Teachers: Children Are not fit to examine, but only to Learn and believe what is taught them by their Parents and Teachers: n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1051 They are fit to have the fear of God, and the Principles of the true Religion instilled into them; They Are fit to have the Fear of God, and the Principles of the true Religion instilled into them; pns32 vbr j pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 j-vvn p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1052 but they are by no means fit to discern between a true and false Religion, and to chuse for themselves, and to make a change of their Religion; but they Are by no means fit to discern between a true and false Religion, and to choose for themselves, and to make a change of their Religion; cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dx n2 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1053 as hath of late been allowed to them in a Nation not far from us, as hath of late been allowed to them in a nation not Far from us, p-acp vhz pp-f av-j vbn vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 xx av-j p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1054 and by publick Edict declared, that Children at Seven Years Old, are fit to chuse and to change their Religion: and by public Edict declared, that Children At Seven years Old, Are fit to choose and to change their Religion: cc p-acp j n1 vvn, cst n2 p-acp crd n2 j, vbr j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1055 Which is the first Law I ever heard of, that allows Children of that Age to do any act for themselves, that is of Consequence and Importance to them, Which is the First Law I ever herd of, that allows Children of that Age to do any act for themselves, that is of Consequence and Importance to them, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pns11 av vvn pp-f, cst vvz n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp px32, cst vbz pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1056 for the remaining part of their Lives, and which they shall stand obliged to perform and make good. for the remaining part of their Lives, and which they shall stand obliged to perform and make good. p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc r-crq pns32 vmb vvi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1057 They are indeed Baptized, according to the custome and usage of the Christian Church, in their Infancy; They Are indeed Baptised, according to the custom and usage of the Christian Church, in their Infancy; pns32 vbr av j-vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1, p-acp po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1058 but they do not enter into this Obligation themselves; but they do not enter into this Obligation themselves; cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 px32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1059 but their Sureties undertake for them, that when they come to Age, they shall take this Promise upon themselves, but their Sureties undertake for them, that when they come to Age, they shall take this Promise upon themselves, cc-acp po32 n2 vvi p-acp pno32, cst c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp px32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1060 and confirm and make it good. and confirm and make it good. cc vvi cc vvi pn31 j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1061 But surely, they can do no Act for themselves, and in their own Name, at that Age, which can be obligatory: But surely, they can do no Act for themselves, and in their own Name, At that Age, which can be obligatory: p-acp av-j, pns32 vmb vdi dx n1 p-acp px32, cc p-acp po32 d n1, p-acp d n1, r-crq vmb vbi j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1062 They can neither make any Contracts that shall be valid, nor incur any Debt, nor oblige themselves by any Promise, They can neither make any Contracts that shall be valid, nor incur any Debt, nor oblige themselves by any Promise, pns32 vmb av-dx vvi d n2 cst vmb vbi j, ccx vvi d n1, ccx vvb px32 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1063 nor chuse themselves a Guardian, nor do any Act that may bring them under an Inconvenience, nor choose themselves a Guardian, nor do any Act that may bring them under an Inconvenience, ccx vvb px32 dt n1, ccx vdb d n1 cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1064 when they shall come at Age. when they shall come At Age. c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1065 And can we think them of discretion sufficient at that time, to do a thing of the greatest Moment and Consequence of all other; And can we think them of discretion sufficient At that time, to do a thing of the greatest Moment and Consequence of all other; cc vmb pns12 vvi pno32 pp-f n1 j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f d n-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1066 and which will concern them to all Eternity; and which will concern them to all Eternity; cc r-crq vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1067 namely, to chuse their Religion? There is indeed one Part of one Religion (which we all know) which Children at Seven Years of Age are fit (I do not say to judge of, namely, to choose their Religion? There is indeed one Part of one Religion (which we all know) which Children At Seven years of Age Are fit (I do not say to judge of, av, pc-acp vvi po32 n1? pc-acp vbz av crd n1 pp-f crd n1 (r-crq pns12 d vvb) r-crq n2 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1 vbr j (pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f, (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1068 but) to be as fond of, and to practise to as good purpose, as those of riper Years; but) to be as found of, and to practise to as good purpose, as those of riper years; cc-acp) pc-acp vbi a-acp j pp-f, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp j n1, c-acp d pp-f jc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1069 and that is, to worship Images, to tell their Beads, to say their Prayers, and to be present at the Service of God in an unknown Tongue; and that is, to worship Images, to tell their Beads, to say their Prayers, and to be present At the Service of God in an unknown Tongue; cc d vbz, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1070 and this they are more likely to chuse at that Age, than those who are of riper and more improv'd Understandings; and this they Are more likely to choose At that Age, than those who Are of riper and more improved Understandings; cc d pns32 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cs d r-crq vbr pp-f jc cc av-dc vvn n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1071 and if they do not chuse it at that time, it is ten to one, they will not chuse it afterwards. and if they do not choose it At that time, it is ten to one, they will not choose it afterwards. cc cs pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz crd p-acp crd, pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1072 I shall say no more of this, but that it is a very extraordinary Law, and such as perhaps was never thought of before, from the beginning of the World. Thus much for Children. I shall say no more of this, but that it is a very extraordinary Law, and such as perhaps was never Thought of before, from the beginning of the World. Thus much for Children. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc pp-f d, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1, cc d c-acp av vbds av-x vvn pp-f p-acp, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. av av-d c-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 65
1073 As for grown Persons, who are of a very low and mean capacity of Understanding, As for grown Persons, who Are of a very low and mean capacity of Understanding, c-acp c-acp vvn n2, r-crq vbr pp-f dt j j cc j n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1074 and either by reason of the weakness of their Faculties, or other Disadvantages which they lye under, are in little or no probability of improving themselves; and either by reason of the weakness of their Faculties, or other Disadvantages which they lie under, Are in little or no probability of improving themselves; cc d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc j-jn n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, vbr p-acp j cc dx n1 pp-f vvg px32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1075 These are always to be considered as in the condition of Children, and Learners, and therefore must of necessity, in things which are not plain and obvious to the meanest Capacities, trust and rely upon the Judgment of others. These Are always to be considered as in the condition of Children, and Learners, and Therefore must of necessity, in things which Are not plain and obvious to the Meanest Capacities, trust and rely upon the Judgement of Others. d vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc av vmb pp-f n1, p-acp n2 r-crq vbr xx j cc j p-acp dt js n2, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1076 And it is really much wiser and safer for them so to do, than to depend upon their own Judgments, And it is really much Wiser and safer for them so to do, than to depend upon their own Judgments, cc pn31 vbz av-j av-d jc cc jc p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vdi, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1077 and to lean to their own Understandings; and to lean to their own Understandings; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1078 and such Persons, if they be modest and humble, and pray earnestly to God for his Assistance and Direction, and such Persons, if they be modest and humble, and pray earnestly to God for his Assistance and Direction, cc d n2, cs pns32 vbb j cc j, cc vvb av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1079 and are careful to practise what they know, and to live up to the best Light and Knowledge which they have, shall not miscarry, meerly for want of those farther degrees of Knowledge which they had no Capacity nor Opportunity to attain; and Are careful to practise what they know, and to live up to the best Light and Knowledge which they have, shall not miscarry, merely for want of those farther Degrees of Knowledge which they had no Capacity nor Opportunity to attain; cc vbr j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vhb, vmb xx vvi, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d jc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vhd dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1080 because their Ignorance is unavoidable, and God will require no more of them than he hath given them, Because their Ignorance is unavoidable, and God will require no more of them than he hath given them, c-acp po32 n1 vbz j, cc np1 vmb vvi av-dx dc pp-f pno32 cs pns31 vhz vvn pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1081 and will not call them to account for the improvement of those Talents, which he never committed to them. and will not call them to account for the improvement of those Talents, which he never committed to them. cc vmb xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq pns31 av-x vvn p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1082 And if they be led into any dangerous Error, by the negligence or ill conduct of those, under whose Care and Instruction the Providence of God permitted them to be placed, God will not impute it to them as a Fault: And if they be led into any dangerous Error, by the negligence or ill conduct of those, under whose Care and Instruction the Providence of God permitted them to be placed, God will not impute it to them as a Fault: cc cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f d, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1083 Because in the Circumstances in which they were, they took the best and wisest course that they could, to come to the knowledge of the Truth, by being willing to learn what they could of those, whom they took to be wiser than themselves. Because in the circumstances in which they were, they took the best and Wisest course that they could, to come to the knowledge of the Truth, by being willing to Learn what they could of those, whom they took to be Wiser than themselves. c-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr, pns32 vvd dt js cc js n1 cst pns32 vmd, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmd pp-f d, ro-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi jc cs px32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 65
1084 But for such Persons, who by the maturity of their Age, and by the natural strength and clearness of their Understandings, But for such Persons, who by the maturity of their Age, and by the natural strength and clearness of their Understandings, cc-acp p-acp d n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 65
1085 or by the due exercise and improvement of them, are capable of enquiring into, and understanding the Grounds of their Religion, or by the due exercise and improvement of them, Are capable of inquiring into, and understanding the Grounds of their Religion, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, vbr j pp-f vvg p-acp, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 65
1086 and discerning the difference betwixt Truth and Error (I do not mean in unnecessary Points and matters of deepest Learning and Speculation, and discerning the difference betwixt Truth and Error (I do not mean in unnecessary Points and matters of Deepest Learning and Speculation, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 (pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f js-jn n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 65
1087 but in matters necessary to Salvation) it is certainly very reasonable, that such Persons should examine their Religion, but in matters necessary to Salvation) it is Certainly very reasonable, that such Persons should examine their Religion, cc-acp p-acp n2 j p-acp n1) pn31 vbz av-j av j, cst d n2 vmd vvi po32 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 65
1088 and understand the Reasons and Grounds of it. And this must either be granted to be reasonable; and understand the Reasons and Grounds of it. And this must either be granted to be reasonable; cc vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. cc d vmb d vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 65
1089 or else every man must continue in that Religion in which he happens to be fixt by Education, or Else every man must continue in that Religion in which he happens to be fixed by Education, cc av d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1090 or for any other Reason to pitch upon, when he comes to Years and makes his free Choice. or for any other Reason to pitch upon, when he comes to years and makes his free Choice. cc p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 cc vvz po31 j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1091 For if this be a good Principle, that no Man is to examine his Religion, but take it as it is, and to believe it, and rest satisfied with it: For if this be a good Principle, that no Man is to examine his Religion, but take it as it is, and to believe it, and rest satisfied with it: p-acp cs d vbb dt j n1, cst dx n1 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 c-acp pn31 vbz, cc pc-acp vvi pn31, cc n1 vvn p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1092 Then every Man is to remain in the Religion which he first lights upon, whether by Choice or the Chance of his Education. Then every Man is to remain in the Religion which he First lights upon, whither by Choice or the Chance of his Education. cs d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 ord vvz p-acp, cs p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1093 For he ought not to change but upon Reason; For he ought not to change but upon Reason; p-acp pns31 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc-acp p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1094 and Reason he can have none, unless he be allowed to examine his Religion and to compare it with others, that by the Comparison he may discern which is best, and Reason he can have none, unless he be allowed to examine his Religion and to compare it with Others, that by the Comparison he may discern which is best, cc n1 pns31 vmb vhi pix, cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn, cst p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi r-crq vbz js, (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1095 and ought in reason to be preferred in his Choice. and ought in reason to be preferred in his Choice. cc vmd p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1096 For to him that will not, or is not permitted to search into the Grounds of any Religion, all Religions are alike; For to him that will not, or is not permitted to search into the Grounds of any Religion, all Religions Are alike; p-acp p-acp pno31 cst vmb xx, cc vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, d n2 vbr av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1097 as all things are of the same Colour, to him that is always kept in the dark, as all things Are of the same Colour, to him that is always kept in the dark, c-acp d n2 vbr pp-f dt d n1, p-acp pno31 cst vbz av vvn p-acp dt j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1098 or if he happens to come into the Light, dares not open his Eyes, and make use of them to discern the different Colours of things. or if he happens to come into the Light, dares not open his Eyes, and make use of them to discern the different Colours of things. cc cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vvz xx vvi po31 n2, cc vvi n1 pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 65
1099 But this is evidently and at first sight unreasonable; But this is evidently and At First sighed unreasonable; p-acp d vbz av-j cc p-acp ord n1 j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 65
1100 because at this rate, every Man that hath once entertained an Errour, and a false Religion, must forever continue in it: Because At this rate, every Man that hath once entertained an Error, and a false Religion, must forever continue in it: c-acp p-acp d n1, d n1 cst vhz a-acp vvn dt n1, cc dt j n1, vmb av vvi p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 65
1101 For if he be not allowed to examine it, he can never have Reason to change; For if he be not allowed to examine it, he can never have Reason to change; c-acp cs pns31 vbb xx vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, pns31 vmb av-x vhi n1 pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 65
1102 and to make a change without Reason, is certainly unreasonable, and mere Vanity and Inconstancy. and to make a change without Reason, is Certainly unreasonable, and mere Vanity and Inconstancy. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-j j, cc j n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 65
1103 And yet for ought I can see, this is the Principle which the Church of Rome doth with great Zeal and Earnestness inculcate upon their People; And yet for ought I can see, this is the Principle which the Church of Room does with great Zeal and Earnestness inculcate upon their People; cc av c-acp pi pns11 vmb vvi, d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb vdz p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1104 discouraging all Doubts and Inquiries about their Religion, as Temptations of the Devil; discouraging all Doubts and Inquiries about their Religion, as Temptations of the devil; vvg d n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp n2 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1105 and all Examinations of the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion, as an inclination and dangerous step towards Heresie. and all Examinations of the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion, as an inclination and dangerous step towards Heresy. cc d n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1106 For what else can they mean, by taking the Scriptures out of the hands of the People, For what Else can they mean, by taking the Scriptures out of the hands of the People, p-acp r-crq av vmb pns32 vvb, p-acp vvg dt n2 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1107 and locking them up from them in an unknown Tongue; and locking them up from them in an unknown Tongue; cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1108 by requiring them absolutely to submit their Judgments, and to resign them up to that which they are pleased to call the Catholick Church, by requiring them absolutely to submit their Judgments, and to resign them up to that which they Are pleased to call the Catholic Church, p-acp vvg pno32 av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt njp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1109 and Implicitly to believe as She believes, tho they know not what that is? This is in Truth, to believe as their Priest tells them; and Implicitly to believe as She believes, though they know not what that is? This is in Truth, to believe as their Priest tells them; cc av-j pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvz, cs pns32 vvb xx r-crq d vbz? d vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1110 for that is all the teaching Part of the Church, and all the Rule of Faith that the common People are acquainted with. for that is all the teaching Part of the Church, and all the Rule of Faith that the Common People Are acquainted with. c-acp d vbz d dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 cst dt j n1 vbr vvn p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 65
1111 And it is not sufficient to say in this matter; And it is not sufficient to say in this matter; cc pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 65
1112 that when Men are in the Truth, and of the right Religion, and in the Bosom of the true Church, they ought to rest satisfied, that when Men Are in the Truth, and of the right Religion, and in the Bosom of the true Church, they ought to rest satisfied, cst c-crq n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns32 vmd p-acp n1 vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 65
1113 and to examine and enquire no farther: For this is manifestly unreasonable, and that upon these Three accounts. and to examine and inquire no farther: For this is manifestly unreasonable, and that upon these Three accounts. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-dx av-jc: c-acp d vbz av-j j, cc cst p-acp d crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 65
1114 1. Because this is a plain and shameful begging of the thing in Question; and that which every Church, and every Religion doth almost with equal Confidence pretend to; 1. Because this is a plain and shameful begging of the thing in Question; and that which every Church, and every Religion does almost with equal Confidence pretend to; crd p-acp d vbz dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; cc cst r-crq d n1, cc d n1 vdz av p-acp j-jn n1 vvi p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1115 That Theirs is the only right Religion, and the only true Church: That Theirs is the only right Religion, and the only true Church: cst png32 vbz dt j j-jn n1, cc dt j j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1116 And these Pretences are all alike reasonable to him that never examined the Grounds of any of them, nor hath compar'd them together. And these Pretences Are all alike reasonable to him that never examined the Grounds of any of them, nor hath compared them together. cc d n2 vbr d av j p-acp pno31 cst av-x vvd dt n2 pp-f d pp-f pno32, ccx vhz vvn pno32 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1117 And therefore it is the vainest thing in the World, for the Church of Rome to pretend, that all Religions in the World ought to be examined, but Theirs; And Therefore it is the vainest thing in the World, for the Church of Room to pretend, that all Religions in the World ought to be examined, but Theirs; cc av pn31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vvi, cst d n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp png32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1118 Because Theirs, and none else, is the true Religion. Because Theirs, and none Else, is the true Religion. c-acp png32, cc pix av, vbz dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1119 For this which they say so confidently of it, That it is the true Religion, no Man can know till he have examined it, For this which they say so confidently of it, That it is the true Religion, no Man can know till he have examined it, p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb av av-j pp-f pn31, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, dx n1 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vhb vvn pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1120 and searched into the Grounds of it, and hath considered the Objections which are against it: and searched into the Grounds of it, and hath considered the Objections which Are against it: cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc vhz vvn dt n2 r-crq vbr p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1121 So that it is fond Partiality to say that, Their Religion is not to be examined by the people that profess it; So that it is found Partiality to say that, Their Religion is not to be examined by the people that profess it; av cst pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi d, po32 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvb pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1122 but that all other Religions ought to be examined, or rather, because they are different from That which they presume to be the only true Religion, ought to be condemned at all adventures, without any farther enquiry. but that all other Religions ought to be examined, or rather, Because they Are different from That which they presume to be the only true Religion, ought to be condemned At all adventures, without any farther enquiry. cc-acp cst d j-jn n2 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av-c, c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j j n1, pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp d jc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1123 This I say is fond Partiality; This I say is found Partiality; d pns11 vvb vbz j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1124 because every Religion and every Church may (for ought that appears to any man that is not permitted to examine things impartially) say the same for themselves, and with as much Reason; Because every Religion and every Church may (for ought that appears to any man that is not permitted to examine things impartially) say the same for themselves, and with as much Reason; c-acp d n1 cc d n1 vmb (c-acp pi cst vvz p-acp d n1 cst vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi n2 av-j) vvb dt d c-acp px32, cc p-acp p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1125 and if so, then either every Religion ought to permit it self to be examined; or else no man ought to examine his own Religion whatever it be; and if so, then either every Religion ought to permit it self to be examined; or Else no man ought to examine his own Religion whatever it be; cc cs av, cs d d n1 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; cc av dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 r-crq pn31 vbi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1126 and consequently Jews and Turks, and Heathens, and Hereticks, ought all to continue as they are, and consequently jews and Turks, and heathens, and Heretics, ought all to continue as they Are, cc av-j np2 cc n2, cc n2-jn, cc n2, vmd d pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vbr, (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1127 and none of them to change; and none of them to change; cc pix pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1128 because they cannot reasonably change, without examining both that Religion which they leave, and that which they embrace instead of it. Because they cannot reasonably change, without examining both that Religion which they leave, and that which they embrace instead of it. c-acp pns32 vmbx av-j vvi, p-acp vvg d cst n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, cc cst r-crq pns32 vvb av pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 65
1129 2. Admitting this Pretence were true; that They are the true Church, and have the true Religion; 2. Admitting this Pretence were true; that They Are the true Church, and have the true Religion; crd vvg d n1 vbdr j; cst pns32 vbr dt j n1, cc vhb dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1130 This is so far from being a Reason why they should not permit it to be examined, that on the contrary, it is one of the best Reasons in the World why they should allow it to be examined, This is so Far from being a Reason why they should not permit it to be examined, that on the contrary, it is one of the best Reasons in the World why they should allow it to be examined, d vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1 c-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1131 and why they may safely suffer it to be so. They should permit it to be tryed; and why they may safely suffer it to be so. They should permit it to be tried; cc c-crq pns32 vmb av-j vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av. pns32 vmd vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1132 that men may upon good Reason be satisfied, that it is the true Religion: And they may safely suffer it to be done; that men may upon good Reason be satisfied, that it is the true Religion: And they may safely suffer it to be done; d n2 vmb p-acp j n1 vbi vvn, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1: cc pns32 vmb av-j vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vdn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1133 because, if They be sure that the Grounds of their Religion be firm and good, I am sure, they will be never the worse for being examined and look'd into. Because, if They be sure that the Grounds of their Religion be firm and good, I am sure, they will be never the Worse for being examined and looked into. c-acp, cs pns32 vbb j cst dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbb j cc j, pns11 vbm j, pns32 vmb vbi av-x dt av-jc p-acp vbg vvn cc vvd p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1134 But I appeal to every Man's Reason; But I appeal to every Man's Reason; p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d ng1 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1135 whether it be not an ill Sign, that they are not so sure that the Grounds of their Religion are solid and firm, whither it be not an ill Signen, that they Are not so sure that the Grounds of their Religion Are solid and firm, cs pn31 vbb xx dt j-jn n1, cst pns32 vbr xx av j cst dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbr j cc j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1136 and such as will abide the Tryal; and such as will abide the Trial; cc d c-acp vmb vvi dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1137 that they are so very loth to have them searcht into and examined? This cannot but tempt a wise Man to suspect, that their Church is not founded upon a Rock; that they Are so very loath to have them searched into and examined? This cannot but tempt a wise Man to suspect, that their Church is not founded upon a Rock; cst pns32 vbr av av j pc-acp vhi pno32 vvn p-acp cc vvn? d vmbx cc-acp vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po32 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1138 and that they themselves know something that is amiss in their Religion, which makes them so loth to have it try'd, and brought to the Touch. and that they themselves know something that is amiss in their Religion, which makes them so loath to have it tried, and brought to the Touch. cc cst pns32 px32 vvb pi cst vbz av p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvz pno32 av j pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 65
1139 3. It is certain among all Christians, that the Doctrine preached by the Apostles was the true Faith of Christ; 3. It is certain among all Christians, that the Doctrine preached by the Apostles was the true Faith of christ; crd pn31 vbz j p-acp d np1, cst dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n2 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1140 and yet they never forbad the Christians to examine whether it were so or not: and yet they never forbade the Christians to examine whither it were so or not: cc av pns32 av-x vvd dt np1 pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vbdr av cc xx: (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1141 Nay, on the contrary, they frequently exhort them to try and examine their Religion, and whether that Doctrine which they had delivered to them was the true Faith of Christ. Nay, on the contrary, they frequently exhort them to try and examine their Religion, and whither that Doctrine which they had Delivered to them was the true Faith of christ. uh-x, p-acp dt n-jn, pns32 av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1, cc cs d n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1142 So St. Paul; 2 Corinth. 13. 5. Examine your selves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. So Saint Paul; 2 Corinth. 13. 5. Examine your selves, whither you be in the faith; prove your own selves. av n1 np1; crd np1. crd crd vvb po22 n2, cs pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1; vvb po22 d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1143 And again, 1 Thes. 5. 21. Prove all things, hold fast that which is good intimating to us, that in order to the holding fast the Profession of our Faith, it is requisite to prove and try it. And again, 1 Thebes 5. 21. Prove all things, hold fast that which is good intimating to us, that in order to the holding fast the Profession of our Faith, it is requisite to prove and try it. cc av, crd np1 crd crd vvb d n2, vvb av-j cst r-crq vbz j vvg p-acp pno12, cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1144 And so likewise St. John 's Ep. 1. 4. 1. Beloved, believe not every Spirit; but try the Spirits whether, they are of God; And so likewise Saint John is Epistle 1. 4. 1. beloved, believe not every Spirit; but try the Spirits whither, they Are of God; cc av av n1 np1 vbz np1 crd crd crd vvn, vvb xx d n1; cc-acp vvb dt n2 cs, pns32 vbr pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1145 because many false Prophets are gone out into the world. And he gives a very notable mark, whereby we may know the Spirit of Truth, and the Spirit of Error. Because many false prophets Are gone out into the world. And he gives a very notable mark, whereby we may know the Spirit of Truth, and the Spirit of Error. c-acp d j n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1. cc pns31 vvz dt j j n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1146 The Spirit of Error carries on a worldly Interest and Design; and the Doctrines of it tend to Secular Power and Greatness; The Spirit of Error carries on a worldly Interest and Design; and the Doctrines of it tend to Secular Power and Greatness; dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1; cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi p-acp j n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1147 vers. 5. They are of the world; therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them. vers. 5. They Are of the world; Therefore speak they of the world, and the world hears them. zz. crd pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1; av vvb pns32 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1148 Acts 17. 11. St. Luke commends it as an argument of a more noble and generous Spirit in the Beroeans; that they examined the Doctrine which the Apostles preacht, whether it were agreeable to the Scriptures; Acts 17. 11. Saint Lycia commends it as an argument of a more noble and generous Spirit in the Beroeans; that they examined the Doctrine which the Apostles preached, whither it were agreeable to the Scriptures; vvz crd crd n1 av vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2; cst pns32 vvd dt n1 r-crq dt n2 vvd, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1149 and this without Disparagement to their Infallibility; and this without Disparagement to their Infallibility; cc d p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1150 These, saith he, were more noble, than those of Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, These, Says he, were more noble, than those of Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, d, vvz pns31, vbdr av-dc j, cs d pp-f np1, p-acp cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1151 and searched the Scriptures daily, whether those things were so. They were ready to receive the Word; and searched the Scriptures daily, whither those things were so. They were ready to receive the Word; cc vvd dt n2 av-j, cs d n2 vbdr av. pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1152 but not blindly, and with an implicit Faith; but not blindly, and with an implicit Faith; cc-acp xx av-j, cc p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1153 but using due Care to examine the Doctrines which they were taught, and to see if they were agreeable to that Divine Revelation of the Holy Scriptures, which they had before received. but using due Care to examine the Doctrines which they were taught, and to see if they were agreeable to that Divine Revelation of the Holy Scriptures, which they had before received. cc-acp vvg j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, cc pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vbdr j p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1154 It seems they were not willing to admit and swallow Contradictions in their Faith. It seems they were not willing to admit and swallow Contradictions in their Faith. pn31 vvz pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1155 And we desire no more of the Church of Rome, than that they would encourage the people to search the Scriptures daily, and to examine whether their Doctrines be according to them. We would be glad to hear the Pope and a General Council commend to the People the searching of the Scriptures; And we desire no more of the Church of Rome, than that they would encourage the people to search the Scriptures daily, and to examine whither their Doctrines be according to them. We would be glad to hear the Pope and a General Council commend to the People the searching of the Scriptures; cc pns12 vvb av-dx dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp vvb dt n2 av-j, cc p-acp vvi cs po32 n2 vbb vvg p-acp pno32. pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt j n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 dt vvg pp-f dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1156 and to try their Definitions of Faith and Decrees of Worship, by that Rule, to see whether what they have defined and decreed to be believed and practised, be agreeable to it; their Worship of Images; and to try their Definitions of Faith and Decrees of Worship, by that Rule, to see whither what they have defined and decreed to be believed and practised, be agreeable to it; their Worship of Images; cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi cs q-crq pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, vbb j p-acp pn31; po32 n1 pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1157 their solemn Invocation of Angels, and of the Blessed Virgin, and the Saints departed; the Sacrament under one kind only; their solemn Invocation of Angels, and of the Blessed Virgae, and the Saints departed; the Sacrament under one kind only; po32 j n1 pp-f n2, cc pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc dt n2 vvd; dt n1 p-acp crd n1 av-j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1158 the publick Prayers and Service of God in an unknown Tongue; the public Prayers and Service of God in an unknown Tongue; dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1159 the frequent Repetition of the Propitiatory Sacrifice of Christs Body and Blood in the Mass. Had the Beroeans been at the Council of Trent and pleaded their Right to search the Scriptures, whether these things were so; the frequent Repetition of the Propitiatory Sacrifice of Christ Body and Blood in the Mass. Had the Beroeans been At the Council of Trent and pleaded their Right to search the Scriptures, whither these things were so; dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt np1 vhd dt vvz vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvd po32 j-jn pc-acp vvi dt n2, cs d n2 vbdr av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1160 I doubt they would have been thought very troublesome and impertinent, and would not have been praised by the Pope and Council for their pains, I doubt they would have been Thought very troublesome and impertinent, and would not have been praised by the Pope and Council for their pains, pns11 vvb pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn av j cc j, cc vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1161 as they are by St. Luke. as they Are by Saint Lycia. c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 65
1162 You see then, upon the whole matter, that it is a very groundless and suspicious Pretence of the Church of Rome, that because They are Infallibly in the right, You see then, upon the Whole matter, that it is a very groundless and suspicious Pretence of the Church of Rome, that Because They Are Infallibly in the right, pn22 vvb av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pn31 vbz dt av j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, d c-acp pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt n-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1163 and Theirs is the true Religion, therefore their people must not be permitted to examine it. and Theirs is the true Religion, Therefore their people must not be permitted to examine it. cc png32 vbz dt j n1, av po32 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1164 The Doctrine of the Apostles was undoubtedly the true Faith of Christ; The Doctrine of the Apostles was undoubtedly the true Faith of christ; dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbds av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1165 and yet they not only permitted the people to examine it, but exhorted and encouraged them so to do, and commended them for it: and yet they not only permitted the people to examine it, but exhorted and encouraged them so to do, and commended them for it: cc av pns32 xx av-j vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp vvd cc vvd pno32 av pc-acp vdi, cc vvd pno32 p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1166 And any Man that hath the Spirit of a Man, must abhor to submit to this Slavery, not to be allowed to examine his Religion, And any Man that hath the Spirit of a Man, must abhor to submit to this Slavery, not to be allowed to examine his Religion, cc d n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1167 and to enquire freely into the Grounds and Reasons of it; and would break with any Church in the World upon this single Point; and to inquire freely into the Grounds and Reasons of it; and would break with any Church in the World upon this single Point; cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; cc vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1168 and would tell them plainly, if your Religion be too good to be Examined, I doubt it is too bad to be Believed. and would tell them plainly, if your Religion be too good to be Examined, I doubt it is too bad to be Believed. cc vmd vvi pno32 av-j, cs po22 n1 vbb av j pc-acp vbi vvn, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 65
1169 If it be said, that the allowing of this Liberty is the way to make people perpetually doubting and unsettled: If it be said, that the allowing of this Liberty is the Way to make people perpetually doubting and unsettled: cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst dt vvg pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av-j vvg cc j-vvn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 65
1170 I do utterly deny this, and do on the contrary with good Reason affirm, that it is apt to have the contrary effect; I do utterly deny this, and do on the contrary with good Reason affirm, that it is apt to have the contrary Effect; pns11 vdi av-j vvi d, cc vdb p-acp dt n-jn p-acp j n1 vvi, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 65
1171 There being in reason no better way to establish any man in the belief of any thing, There being in reason no better Way to establish any man in the belief of any thing, a-acp vbg p-acp n1 av-dx av-jc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 65
1172 than to let him see that there are very good Grounds and Reasons for what he believes; than to let him see that there Are very good Grounds and Reasons for what he believes; cs pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi cst a-acp vbr av j n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 65
1173 which no man can ever see, that is not permitted to examine whether there be such Reasons or not. which not man can ever see, that is not permitted to examine whither there be such Reasons or not. r-crq xx n1 vmb av vvi, cst vbz xx vvn pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbb d n2 cc xx. (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 65
1174 So that besides the Reasonablness of the thing, it is of great benefit and advantage to us. And that upon these Accounts. So that beside the Reasonableness of the thing, it is of great benefit and advantage to us. And that upon these Accounts. av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. cc cst p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 65
1175 1. To arm us against Seducers. 1. To arm us against Seducers. crd p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1176 He that hath examined his Religion, and tryed the Grounds of it, is most able to maintain them, He that hath examined his Religion, and tried the Grounds of it, is most able to maintain them, pns31 cst vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1177 and make them good against all Assaults that may be made upon us, to move us from our Stedfastness: and make them good against all Assaults that may be made upon us, to move us from our Steadfastness: cc vvi pno32 j p-acp d n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1178 Whereas he that hath not examined, and consequently does not understand the Reasons of his Religion, is liable to be tossed to and fro, and to be carried about with every Wind of Doctrine, by the slight of Men, Whereas he that hath not examined, and consequently does not understand the Reasons of his Religion, is liable to be tossed to and from, and to be carried about with every Wind of Doctrine, by the slight of Men, cs pns31 cst vhz xx vvn, cc av-j vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc av, cc pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1179 and the cunning Craftiness of those that lie in wait to deceive. For when he is attempted; and the cunning Craftiness of those that lie in wait to deceive. For when he is attempted; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi. c-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1180 he will either defend his Religion or not: If he undertake the Defence of it, before he hath examined the Grounds of it; he will either defend his Religion or not: If he undertake the Defence of it, before he hath examined the Grounds of it; pns31 vmb av-d vvi po31 n1 cc xx: cs pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1181 he makes himself an easie Prey to every crafty man that will set upon him; he exposeth at once himself to Danger, and his Religion to Disgrace: he makes himself an easy Prey to every crafty man that will Set upon him; he exposeth At once himself to Danger, and his Religion to Disgrace: pns31 vvz px31 dt j n1 p-acp d j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31; pns31 vvz p-acp c-acp px31 p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1182 If he decline the defence of it; If he decline the defence of it; cs pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1183 he must be forced to take Sanctuary in that Ignorant and Obstinate Principle, that because he is of an Infallible Church, he must be forced to take Sanctuary in that Ignorant and Obstinate Principle, that Because he is of an Infallible Church, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb n1 p-acp d j cc j n1, cst c-acp pns31 vbz pp-f dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1184 and sure that he is in the right, therefore he never did nor will examine whether he be so or not. and sure that he is in the right, Therefore he never did nor will examine whither he be so or not. cc j cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n-jn, av pns31 av-x vdd ccx vmb vvi cs pns31 vbb av cc xx. (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1185 But how is he, or can he be sure, that he is in the right; But how is he, or can he be sure, that he is in the right; p-acp q-crq vbz pns31, cc vmb pns31 vbi j, cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1186 if he have no other Reason for it, but his Confidence, and his being wiser in his own conceit, if he have no other Reason for it, but his Confidence, and his being Wiser in his own conceit, cs pns31 vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp po31 n1, cc po31 vbg jc p-acp po31 d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1187 than Seven men that can render a Reason? It is a shameful thing in a wise man, who is able to give a good Reason of all other Actions and parts of his Life, to be able to say nothing for his Religion, which concerns him more than all the rest. than Seven men that can render a Reason? It is a shameful thing in a wise man, who is able to give a good Reason of all other Actions and parts of his Life, to be able to say nothing for his Religion, which concerns him more than all the rest. cs crd n2 cst vmb vvi dt n1? pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi pix p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz pno31 av-dc cs d dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 65
1188 2. To examine and understand the Grounds of our Religion, will be a good means (by the assistance of Gods Grace) to keep us constant to it, even under the fiery Tryal. 2. To examine and understand the Grounds of our Religion, will be a good means (by the assistance of God's Grace) to keep us constant to it, even under the fiery Trial. crd p-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vmb vbi dt j n2 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1) pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp pn31, av p-acp dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1189 When it comes to this, that a man must suffer for his Religion, he had need to be well established in the Belief of it; When it comes to this, that a man must suffer for his Religion, he had need to be well established in the Belief of it; c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1190 which no man can so well be, as he that in some good measure understands the Grounds and Reasons of his Belief. which not man can so well be, as he that in Some good measure understands the Grounds and Reasons of his Belief. r-crq xx n1 vmb av av vbi, c-acp pns31 cst p-acp d j n1 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1191 A man would be well assured of the Truth and Goodness of that, for which he would lay down hīs Life; A man would be well assured of the Truth and goodness of that, for which he would lay down hins Life; dt n1 vmd vbi av vvn pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vvi a-acp n2 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1192 otherwise he dies as a Fool dies, he knows not for what. otherwise he die as a Fool die, he knows not for what. av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz xx p-acp q-crq. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1193 A man would be loth to set such a Seal to a Blank, I mean, to that which he hath no sufficient Ground and Reason to believe to be true; A man would be loath to Set such a Seal to a Blank, I mean, to that which he hath no sufficient Ground and Reason to believe to be true; dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb, p-acp cst r-crq pns31 vhz dx j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1194 which, whether he hath or not, no man that hath not examined the Grounds of his Religion can be well assured of. which, whither he hath or not, no man that hath not examined the Grounds of his Religion can be well assured of. r-crq, cs pns31 vhz cc xx, dx n1 cst vhz xx vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi av vvn pp-f. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1195 This St. Peter prescribes, as the best Preparative for suffering for Righteousness sake, the 1st. Ep. of Peter, 3. 14, 15. But if ye suffer for righteousness sake, happy are ye; This Saint Peter prescribes, as the best Preparative for suffering for Righteousness sake, the 1st. Epistle of Peter, 3. 14, 15. But if you suffer for righteousness sake, happy Are you; d n1 np1 vvz, c-acp dt js j-jn p-acp vvg p-acp n1 n1, dt ord. np1 pp-f np1, crd crd, crd p-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1 n1, j vbr pn22; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1196 And be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled: But sanctifie the Lord God in your hearts; And be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled: But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts; cc vbb xx j pp-f po32 n1, av-dx vbi vvn: cc-acp vvb dt n1 np1 p-acp po22 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1197 (that is, make him the great Object of your Dread and Trust) and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you. (that is, make him the great Object of your Dread and Trust) and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asks you a reason of the hope that is in you. (cst vbz, vvb pno31 dt j n1 pp-f po22 j cc n1) cc vbi j av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn22. (9) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 65
1198 2. The holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, doth not imply, that Men should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason against that Religion which they have embraced, 2. The holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, does not imply, that Men should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason against that Religion which they have embraced, crd dt vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, vdz xx vvi, cst n2 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 65
1199 and think to be the true Religion. As Men should examine before they chuse; and think to be the true Religion. As Men should examine before they choose; cc vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1. p-acp n2 vmd vvi c-acp pns32 vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 65
1200 so after they have chosen, they should be ready to be better informed, if better Reason can be offered. so After they have chosen, they should be ready to be better informed, if better Reason can be offered. av c-acp pns32 vhb vvn, pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vbi av-jc vvn, cs j n1 vmb vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 65
1201 No Man ought to think himself so infallible, as to be priviledged from hearing Reason, and from having his Doctrines and Dictates tryed by that Test. No Man ought to think himself so infallible, as to be privileged from hearing Reason, and from having his Doctrines and Dictates tried by that Test. dx n1 vmd pc-acp vvi px31 av j, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg n1, cc p-acp vhg po31 n2 cc vvz vvn p-acp cst np1 (9) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 65
1202 Our Blessed Saviour himself, the most Infallible Person that ever was in the World, and who declared the Truth which he had heard of God, yet He offered himself and his Doctrine to this Tryal. Our Blessed Saviour himself, the most Infallible Person that ever was in the World, and who declared the Truth which he had herd of God, yet He offered himself and his Doctrine to this Trial. po12 j-vvn n1 px31, dt av-ds j n1 cst av vbds p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq vvd dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pp-f np1, av pns31 vvd px31 cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1203 John 8. 46. Which of you convinceth me of sin? that is, of Falsehood and Error? And if I speak the truth, John 8. 46. Which of you Convinces me of since? that is, of Falsehood and Error? And if I speak the truth, np1 crd crd r-crq pp-f pn22 vvz pno11 pp-f n1? cst vbz, pp-f n1 cc n1? cc cs pns11 vvb dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1204 why do ye not believe me? He was sure he spake the Truth; why do you not believe me? He was sure he spoke the Truth; q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi pno11? pns31 vbds j pns31 vvd dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1205 and yet for all that, if they could convince him of Error and Mistake, he was ready to hear any Reason they could bring to that purpose. and yet for all that, if they could convince him of Error and Mistake, he was ready to hear any Reason they could bring to that purpose. cc av p-acp d d, cs pns32 vmd vvi pno31 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi d n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1206 Though a Man be never so sure that he is in the true Religion, and never so resolved to continue constant and stedfast in it; Though a Man be never so sure that he is in the true Religion, and never so resolved to continue constant and steadfast in it; cs dt n1 vbi av-x av j cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc av-x av vvn pc-acp vvi j cc j p-acp pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1207 yet Reason is always to be heard, when it is fairly offered. yet Reason is always to be herd, when it is fairly offered. av n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1208 And as we ought always to be ready to give an Answer to those who ask a Reason of the Hope and Faith that is in us; so ought we likewise to be ready to hear the Reasons which others do fairly offer against our Opinion and Persuasion in Religion, And as we ought always to be ready to give an Answer to those who ask a Reason of the Hope and Faith that is in us; so ought we likewise to be ready to hear the Reasons which Others do fairly offer against our Opinion and Persuasion in Religion, cc c-acp pns12 vmd av pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12; av vmd pns12 av pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq n2-jn vdb av-j vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1209 and to debate the matter with them; and to debate the matter with them; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1210 that if we be in the right, and they in the wrong, we may rectifie their Mistakes, that if we be in the right, and they in the wrong, we may rectify their Mistakes, cst cs pns12 vbb p-acp dt n-jn, cc pns32 p-acp dt n-jn, pns12 vmb vvi po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1211 and instruct them in meekness, if God peradventure may give them repentance to the acknowledgement of the truth. and instruct them in meekness, if God Peradventure may give them Repentance to the acknowledgement of the truth. cc vvb pno32 p-acp n1, cs np1 av vmb vvi pno32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 65
1212 We are not only to examine our Religion, before we peremptorily fix upon it; We Are not only to examine our Religion, before we peremptorily fix upon it; pns12 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n1, c-acp pns12 av-j vvb p-acp pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1213 but after we are, as we think upon the best Reason, establisht and settled in it. but After we Are, as we think upon the best Reason, established and settled in it. cc-acp c-acp pns12 vbr, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt js n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1214 Tho we ought not to doubt and waver in our Religion, upon every slight and trifling Objection that can be brought against it; Tho we ought not to doubt and waver in our Religion, upon every slight and trifling Objection that can be brought against it; np1 pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n1, p-acp d j cc j-vvg n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1215 yet we ought always to have an Ear open to hear Reason, and consider any thing of Weight and Moment that can be offered to us about it. yet we ought always to have an Ear open to hear Reason, and Consider any thing of Weight and Moment that can be offered to us about it. av pns12 vmd av pc-acp vhi dt n1 j pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvb d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1216 For it is a great Disparagement to Truth, and argues a distrust of the Goodness of our Cause and Religion, to be afraid to hear what can be said against it: For it is a great Disparagement to Truth, and argues a distrust of the goodness of our Cause and Religion, to be afraid to hear what can be said against it: p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1217 As if Truth were so weak, that in every Conflict it were in danger to be baffled, As if Truth were so weak, that in every Conflict it were in danger to be baffled, c-acp cs n1 vbdr av j, cst p-acp d n1 pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1218 and run down, and go by the worst; and run down, and go by the worst; cc vvb a-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt js; (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1219 and as if the Reasons that could be brought against it, were too hard for it, and as if the Reasons that could be brought against it, were too hard for it, cc c-acp cs dt n2 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, vbdr av j c-acp pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1220 and not to be encounter'd by those Forces which Truth has on its side. and not to be encountered by those Forces which Truth has on its side. cc xx pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 vhz p-acp po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 65
1221 We have that honest Confidence of the Goodness of our Cause and Religion, that we do not fear what can be said against it: We have that honest Confidence of the goodness of our Cause and Religion, that we do not Fear what can be said against it: pns12 vhb d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1222 And therefore we do not forbid our people to examine the Objections of our Adversaries, and to read the best Books they can write against it. And Therefore we do not forbid our people to examine the Objections of our Adversaries, and to read the best Books they can write against it. cc av pns12 vdb xx vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt js n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1223 But the Church of Rome are so wise in their Generation, that they will not permit those of their Communion to hear or read what can be said against them: But the Church of Room Are so wise in their Generation, that they will not permit those of their Communion to hear or read what can be said against them: p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vbr av j p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi d pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1224 Nay, they will not permit the people the use of the Holy Scriptures, which they, with us, acknowledge to be at least an Essential Part of the Rule of Faith. Nay, they will not permit the people the use of the Holy Scriptures, which they, with us, acknowledge to be At least an Essential Part of the Rule of Faith. uh-x, pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq pns32, p-acp pno12, vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp ds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1225 They tell their people, that after they are once of their Church and Religion, they ought not to hear any Reasons against it; They tell their people, that After they Are once of their Church and Religion, they ought not to hear any Reasons against it; pns32 vvb po32 n1, cst c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1226 and though they be never so strong, they ought not to entertain any doubt concerning it; and though they be never so strong, they ought not to entertain any doubt Concerning it; cc cs pns32 vbb av-x av j, pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vvi d n1 vvg pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1227 because all doubting is a Temptation of the Devil, and a Mortal Sin. But surely that Church is not to be heard, which will not hear Reason; Because all doubting is a Temptation of the devil, and a Mortal Sin. But surely that Church is not to be herd, which will not hear Reason; c-acp d vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j-jn np1 p-acp av-j cst n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vmb xx vvi n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1228 nor that Religion to be much admired, which will not allow those that have once embrac'd it, to hear it ever after debated and examined. nor that Religion to be much admired, which will not allow those that have once embraced it, to hear it ever After debated and examined. ccx d n1 pc-acp vbi av-d vvn, r-crq vmb xx vvi d cst vhb a-acp vvn pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 av c-acp vvn cc vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1229 This is a very suspicious Business, and argues, that either they have not Truth on their side; This is a very suspicious Business, and argues, that either they have not Truth on their side; d vbz dt av j n1, cc vvz, cst d pns32 vhb xx n1 p-acp po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1230 or that Truth is a weak, and pitiful, and sneaking Thing, and not able to make its party good against Error. or that Truth is a weak, and pitiful, and sneaking Thing, and not able to make its party good against Error. cc d n1 vbz dt j, cc j, cc vvg n1, cc xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 65
1231 I should now have proceeded in the Second place, to shew Positively what is implied in holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering; I should now have proceeded in the Second place, to show Positively what is implied in holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering; pns11 vmd av vhi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi av-j r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 65
1232 and then to have considered the Argument and Encouragement hereto, because he is faithful that promised. and then to have considered the Argument and Encouragement hereto, Because he is faithful that promised. cc av pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 cc n1 av, c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 65
1233 But I shall proceed no farther at this time. But I shall proceed no farther At this time. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 65
1234 A SERMON ON HEB. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; A SERMON ON HEBREW. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; dt n1 p-acp n1. fw-la crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 80
1235 for he is faithful that promised. for he is faithful that promised. c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. (10) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 80
1236 I Have already made entrance into these Words, which I told you do contain in them, I. I Have already made Entrance into these Words, which I told you do contain in them, I. pns11 vhb av vvn n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 vdb vvi p-acp pno32, pns11. (10) sermon (DIV1) 267 Image 80
1237 An Exhortation, to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. II. An Argument or Encouragement thereto; an Exhortation, to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. II an Argument or Encouragement thereto; dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. crd dt n1 cc n1 av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 268 Image 80
1238 because he is Faithful that promised. If we continue stedfast and faithful to God; Because he is Faithful that promised. If we continue steadfast and faithful to God; c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. cs pns12 vvb j cc j p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1239 we shall find him faithful to us, in making good all the Promises which he hath made to us; we shall find him faithful to us, in making good all the Promises which he hath made to us; pns12 vmb vvi pno31 j p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg j d dt vvz r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1240 whether of Aid and Support, or of Recompence and Reward of our Fidelity to him. whither of Aid and Support, or of Recompense and Reward of our Fidis to him. cs pp-f n1 cc vvb, cc pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1241 I have begun to handle the First part of the Text, viz. The Apoostles Exhortation to Christians to be constant and steady in their Religion: I have begun to handle the First part of the Text, viz. The Apostles Exhortation to Christians to be constant and steady in their Religion: pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 dt n2 n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp po32 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1242 Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1243 The Word NONLATINALPHABET which we render, without wavering, signifies inflexible and unmovable, not apt to waver and to be shaken with every Wind of contrary Doctrine, nor by the Blasts and Storms of Persecution. The Word which we render, without wavering, signifies inflexible and unmovable, not apt to waver and to be shaken with every Wind of contrary Doctrine, nor by the Blasts and Storms of Persecution. dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp vvg, vvz j cc j, xx j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, ccx p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1244 And that we might the better comprehend the full and true meaning of this Exhortation, I propounded to do these Two things. And that we might the better comprehend the full and true meaning of this Exhortation, I propounded to do these Two things. cc cst pns12 vmd dt av-jc vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvd pc-acp vdi d crd n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1245 1. To shew Negatively, wherein this Constancy and Steadiness in the Profession of the true Religion doth not consist. And 1. To show Negatively, wherein this Constancy and Steadiness in the Profession of the true Religion does not consist. And crd p-acp n1 av-j, c-crq d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vdz xx vvi. cc (10) sermon (DIV1) 271 Image 80
1246 2. To shew Positively, what is implied and intended here by the Apostle, in holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. 2. To show Positively, what is implied and intended Here by the Apostle, in holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. crd p-acp n1 av-j, r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 272 Image 80
1247 1. To shew Negatively, wherein this Constancy and the Steadiness in the Profession of the true Religion doth not consist. 1. To show Negatively, wherein this Constancy and the Steadiness in the Profession of the true Religion does not consist. crd p-acp n1 av-j, c-crq d n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vdz xx vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Image 80
1248 This I spake to the last Day; This I spoke to the last Day; d pns11 vvd p-acp dt ord n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Image 80
1249 and shewed at large, that there are Two things which are not contained and intended in this Exhortation. and showed At large, that there Are Two things which Are not contained and intended in this Exhortation. cc vvd p-acp j, cst a-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 273 Image 80
1250 1. That Men should not have the Liberty to examine their Religion, and to enquire into the Grounds and Reasons of it. 1. That Men should not have the Liberty to examine their Religion, and to inquire into the Grounds and Reasons of it. crd d n2 vmd xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1251 Such I mean as are capable of this examination and enquiry; which some, I shewed, are not; Such I mean as Are capable of this examination and enquiry; which Some, I showed, Are not; d pns11 vvb c-acp vbr j pp-f d n1 cc n1; r-crq d, pns11 vvd, vbr xx; (10) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1252 as Children, who while they are in that state, are only fit to learn and believe what is taught them by their Parents and Teachers: as Children, who while they Are in that state, Are only fit to Learn and believe what is taught them by their Parents and Teachers: c-acp n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbr p-acp d n1, vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1253 And likewise such grown Persons, as either by the natural Weakness of their Faculties, or by some great Disadvantage of Education, are of a very low and mean Capacity and Improvement of Understanding. And likewise such grown Persons, as either by the natural Weakness of their Faculties, or by Some great Disadvantage of Education, Are of a very low and mean Capacity and Improvement of Understanding. cc av d j-vvn n2, c-acp d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, vbr pp-f dt j j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1254 These are to be considered as in the condition of Children and Learners; and therefore must of necessity trust and rely upon the Judgment of others. These Are to be considered as in the condition of Children and Learners; and Therefore must of necessity trust and rely upon the Judgement of Others. d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; cc av vmb pp-f n1 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1255 2. This holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, does not imply; 2. This holding fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, does not imply; crd d vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, vdz xx vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Image 80
1256 that when Men upon examination and enquiry are settled, as they think and verily believe in the true Religion, they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that can be offer'd againg them. that when Men upon examination and enquiry Are settled, as they think and verily believe in the true Religion, they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that can be offered againg them. cst c-crq n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb cc av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn vvg pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Image 80
1257 Both these Principles I shew'd to be unreasonable, and Arguments of a bad Cause and Religion. Both these Principles I showed to be unreasonable, and Arguments of a bad Cause and Religion. av-d d n2 pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi j, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 275 Image 80
1258 I shall now proceed to explain the meaning of this Exhortation, To hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, by shewing in the I shall now proceed to explain the meaning of this Exhortation, To hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, by showing in the pns11 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg p-acp dt (10) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1259 Second place, what it is that is implied in the constant and steady Profession of the true Faith and Religion; Second place, what it is that is implied in the constant and steady Profession of the true Faith and Religion; vvb n1, r-crq pn31 vbz cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1260 namely, That when upon due search and examination, we are fully satisfied, that it is the true Religion which we have embraced, namely, That when upon due search and examination, we Are Fully satisfied, that it is the true Religion which we have embraced, av, cst c-crq p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, pns12 vbr av-j vvn, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1261 or as St. Peter expresses it, 1st Epistle, 5. 12. That this is the true Grace of God, wherein we stand; or as Saint Peter Expresses it, 1st Epistle, 5. 12. That this is the true Grace of God, wherein we stand; cc p-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31, ord n1, crd crd cst d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns12 vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1262 that then we should adhere stedfastly to it, and hold it fast, and not suffer it to be wrested from us, that then we should adhere steadfastly to it, and hold it fast, and not suffer it to be wrested from us, cst av pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pn31, cc vvb pn31 av-j, cc xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1263 nor our selves to be moved from it, by any Pretences, or Insinuations, or Temptations whatsoever. nor our selves to be moved from it, by any Pretences, or Insinuations, or Temptations whatsoever. ccx po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp d n2, cc n2, cc n2 r-crq. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1264 For there is a great deal of difference between the Confidence and Stedfastness of an Ignorant Man, who hath never considered Things, For there is a great deal of difference between the Confidence and Steadfastness of an Ignorant Man, who hath never considered Things, p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vhz av vvn n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1265 and enquired into the Grounds of them; and the Assurance and Settlement of one, who hath been well instructed in his Religion, and inquired into the Grounds of them; and the Assurance and Settlement of one, who hath been well instructed in his Religion, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f crd, r-crq vhz vbn av vvn p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1266 and hath taken pains to search and examine to the bottom, the Grounds and Reasons of what he holds, and professeth to believe. and hath taken pains to search and examine to the bottom, the Grounds and Reasons of what he holds, and Professes to believe. cc vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1267 The first is meer Wilfulness and Obstinacy. The First is mere Wilfulness and Obstinacy. dt ord vbz j n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1268 A Man hath entertained, and drank in such Principles of Religion by Education, or hath taken them up by Chance; A Man hath entertained, and drank in such Principles of Religion by Education, or hath taken them up by Chance; dt n1 vhz vvn, cc vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc vhz vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1269 but he hath no Reason for them; but he hath no Reason for them; cc-acp pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1270 and yet however he came by them, he is resolved to hold them fast, and not to part with them. and yet however he Come by them, he is resolved to hold them fast, and not to part with them. cc av c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1271 The other is the Resolution and Constancy of a Wise Man. He hath embraced his Religion upon good Grounds, The other is the Resolution and Constancy of a Wise Man. He hath embraced his Religion upon good Grounds, dt n-jn vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp j n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1272 and he sees no Reason to alter it; and he sees no Reason to altar it; cc pns31 vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1273 and therefore is resolved to stick to it, and to hold fast the Profession of it stedfastly to the end. and Therefore is resolved to stick to it, and to hold fast the Profession of it steadfastly to the end. cc av vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1274 And to this purpose there are many Exhortations and Cautions scattered up and down the Writings of the holy Apostles; And to this purpose there Are many Exhortations and Cautions scattered up and down the Writings of the holy Apostles; cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 vvn a-acp cc a-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1275 as that we should be stedfast and unmoveable, established in the Truth, rooted and grounded in the Faith, as that we should be steadfast and Unmovable, established in the Truth, rooted and grounded in the Faith, c-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi j cc j-u, vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1276 and that we should hold fast that which is good, and not suffer our selves to be carried to and fro with every wind of Doctrine, through the slight of Men, and that we should hold fast that which is good, and not suffer our selves to be carried to and from with every wind of Doctrine, through the slight of Men, cc cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j cst r-crq vbz j, cc xx vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cc av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1277 and the cunning craftiness of those that lie in wait to deceive; and the cunning craftiness of those that lie in wait to deceive; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1278 that we should not be removed from him that hath called us unto the grace of Christ, unto another Gospel; that we should not be removed from him that hath called us unto the grace of christ, unto Another Gospel; cst pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1279 that we should stand fast in one Spirit and one Mind, striving together for the Faith of the Gospel, that we should stand fast in one Spirit and one Mind, striving together for the Faith of the Gospel, cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp crd n1 cc crd n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1280 and be •n nothing terrifled by our Adversaries; and be •n nothing terrifled by our Adversaries; cc vbi vmb pix vvn p-acp po12 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1281 and that, if occasion be, we should contend earnestly for the Faith which was once delivered unto the Saints; and that, if occasion be, we should contend earnestly for the Faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints; cc cst, cs n1 vbi, pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1282 and here in the Text, That we should hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. and Here in the Text, That we should hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. cc av p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1283 For the explaining of this, I shall do two Things: For the explaining of this, I shall do two Things: p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d, pns11 vmb vdi crd n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1284 1. Consider what it is that we are to hold fast; namely, the profession of our Faith; And, 1. Consider what it is that we Are to hold fast; namely, the profession of our Faith; And, crd np1 r-crq pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j; av, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; cc, (10) sermon (DIV1) 278 Image 80
1285 2. How we are to hold it fast, or what is implied in holding fast the profession of our Faith, without wavering. 2. How we Are to hold it fast, or what is implied in holding fast the profession of our Faith, without wavering. crd c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp vvb pn31 av-j, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 279 Image 80
1286 1. What it is that we are to hold fast; namely, the profession of our Faith; i. e. 1. What it is that we Are to hold fast; namely, the profession of our Faith; i. e. crd q-crq pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j; av, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; sy. sy. (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1287 of the Christian Faith or Religion: For, I told you before, that this Profession or Confession of our Faith or Hope (as the word properly signifies) is an Allusion to that Profession of Faith which was made by all those who were admitted Members of the Christian Church by Baptism; of the Christian Faith or Religion: For, I told you before, that this Profession or Confessi of our Faith or Hope (as the word properly signifies) is an Allusion to that Profession of Faith which was made by all those who were admitted Members of the Christian Church by Baptism; pp-f dt njp n1 cc n1: p-acp, pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp, cst d n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 (c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz) vbz dt n1 p-acp cst n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d d r-crq vbdr vvn n2 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1288 of which the Apostle makes mention immediately before the Text, when he says, Let us draw near in full assurance of Faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience, of which the Apostle makes mention immediately before the Text, when he Says, Let us draw near in full assurance of Faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience, pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, vhg po12 n2 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1289 and our bodies washed with pure Water: And then it follows, Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. and our bodies washed with pure Water: And then it follows, Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. cc po12 n2 vvn p-acp j n1: cc av pn31 vvz, vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1290 The Profession of Faith which we made in our Baptisms, and which by the Ancient Fathers is call'd the Rule of Faith, and which is now contain'd in that which we call the Apostles Creed, and which is called by St. Paul, Rom. 6. 17. the Form of Doctrine which was delivered to them; i. e. to all Christians; The Profession of Faith which we made in our Baptisms, and which by the Ancient Father's is called the Rule of Faith, and which is now contained in that which we call the Apostles Creed, and which is called by Saint Paul, Rom. 6. 17. the From of Doctrine which was Delivered to them; i. e. to all Christians; dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n2, cc r-crq p-acp dt j n2 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb dt n2 n1, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32; uh. sy. p-acp d np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1291 and 2 Tim. 1. 13. the Form of sound Words; and 2 Tim. 1. 13. the From of found Words; cc crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1292 Hold fast, saith he, the Form of sound Words, which thou hast heard of me, in Faith and Love which is in Christ Jesus; Hold fast, Says he, the From of found Words, which thou hast herd of me, in Faith and Love which is in christ jesus; vvb av-j, vvz pns31, dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pp-f pno11, p-acp n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1293 and by St. Jude, The Faith which was once delivered unto the Saints. and by Saint U^de, The Faith which was once Delivered unto the Saints. cc p-acp n1 np1, dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1294 So that it is the first and ancient Faith of the Christian Church, delivered to them by Christ and his Apostles, which we are here exhorted to hold fast; the necessary and fundamental Articles of the Christian Faith; So that it is the First and ancient Faith of the Christian Church, Delivered to them by christ and his Apostles, which we Are Here exhorted to hold fast; the necessary and fundamental Articles of the Christian Faith; av cst pn31 vbz dt ord cc j n1 pp-f dt njp n1, vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp vvb av-j; dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1295 and by consequence all those Truths which have a necessary Connexion with those Articles, and are implied in them, and by consequence all those Truths which have a necessary Connexion with those Articles, and Are implied in them, cc p-acp n1 d d n2 r-crq vhb dt j n1 p-acp d n2, cc vbr vvn p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1296 and by plain Consequence are to be deduced from them. and by plain Consequence Are to be deduced from them. cc p-acp j n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1297 It is not the doubtful and uncertain Traditions of Men, nor the partial Dictates and Doctrines of any Church, It is not the doubtful and uncertain Traditions of Men, nor the partial Dictates and Doctrines of any Church, pn31 vbz xx dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2, ccx dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1298 since the Primitive Times, which are not contained in the Holy Scriptures and the Ancient Creeds of the Christian Church, since the Primitive Times, which Are not contained in the Holy Scriptures and the Ancient Creeds of the Christian Church, c-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j n2 cc dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1299 but have been since declared and imposed upon the Christian World, though with never so confident a pretence of Antiquity in the Doctrines, but have been since declared and imposed upon the Christian World, though with never so confident a pretence of Antiquity in the Doctrines, cc-acp vhb vbn a-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp dt njp n1, cs p-acp av-x av j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1300 and of Infallibility in the Proposers of them: and of Infallibility in the Proposers of them: cc pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1301 These are no part of that Faith which we are either to profess or to hold fast; because we have no reason to admit the Pretences, by virtue whereof those Doctrines or Practices are imposed; These Are no part of that Faith which we Are either to profess or to hold fast; Because we have no reason to admit the Pretences, by virtue whereof those Doctrines or Practices Are imposed; d vbr dx n1 pp-f cst n1 r-crq pns12 vbr av-d p-acp vvb cc pc-acp vvi av-j; c-acp pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2, p-acp n1 c-crq d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1302 being able to make it good, and having effectually done it, that those Doctrines are not of Primitive Antiquity; being able to make it good, and having effectually done it, that those Doctrines Are not of Primitive Antiquity; vbg j pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cc vhg av-j vdi pn31, cst d n2 vbr xx pp-f j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1303 and that the Church which proposeth them, hath no more claim to Infallibility, than all other Parts of the Christian Church, which since the Apostles time is none at all. In a word; and that the Church which Proposeth them, hath no more claim to Infallibility, than all other Parts of the Christian Church, which since the Apostles time is none At all. In a word; cc cst dt n1 r-crq vvz pno32, vhz dx dc n1 p-acp n1, cs d j-jn n2 pp-f dt njp n1, r-crq c-acp dt n2 n1 vbz pix p-acp av-d. p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1304 No other Doctrines which are not sufficiently revealed in Scripture, either in express Terms, or by plain and necessary Consequence; No other Doctrines which Are not sufficiently revealed in Scripture, either in express Terms, or by plain and necessary Consequence; dx j-jn n2 r-crq vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, av-d p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j cc j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1305 nor any Rites of Worship, nor Matters of Practice, which are not commanded in Scripture, are to be esteemed any part of that Faith in Re-Religion, the Profession whereof the Apostle here Commands all Christians to hold fast without wavering; much less any Doctrines or Practices, which are repugnant to the Word of God, nor any Rites of Worship, nor Matters of Practice, which Are not commanded in Scripture, Are to be esteemed any part of that Faith in Re-Religion, the Profession whereof the Apostle Here Commands all Christians to hold fast without wavering; much less any Doctrines or Practices, which Are repugnant to the Word of God, ccx d n2 pp-f n1, ccx n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn d n1 pp-f cst n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 c-crq dt n1 av vvz d np1 p-acp vvb av-j p-acp vvg; av-d av-dc d n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1306 and to the Faith and Practice of the first Ages of Christianity; and to the Faith and Practice of the First Ages of Christianity; cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1307 of which kind I shall have occasion in my following Discourse to instance in several Particulars. of which kind I shall have occasion in my following Discourse to instance in several Particulars. pp-f r-crq n1 pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po11 j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j n2-j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1308 In the mean time I shall only observe, That that Faith and Religion which we profess, and which by God's Grace we have ever held fast, is that which hath been acknowledg'd by all Christian Churches in all Ages, to have been the ancient Catholick and Apostolick Faith, and cannot (as to any part or tittle of it) be denied to be so, In the mean time I shall only observe, That that Faith and Religion which we profess, and which by God's Grace we have ever held fast, is that which hath been acknowledged by all Christian Churches in all Ages, to have been the ancient Catholic and Apostolic Faith, and cannot (as to any part or tittle of it) be denied to be so, p-acp dt j n1 pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cst cst n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, cc r-crq p-acp npg1 n1 pns12 vhb av vvd av-j, vbz cst r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp d njp n2 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vhi vbn dt j njp cc jp n1, cc vmbx (c-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31) vbb vvn pc-acp vbi av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1309 even by the Church of Rome her self. I proceed to the IId Thing which I proposed to consider; even by the Church of Room her self. I proceed to the IId Thing which I proposed to Consider; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb po31 n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt uh n1 r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1310 namely, how we are to hold fast the profession of our Faith, or what is implied by the Apostle in this Exhortation, To hold fast the profession of our Faith, without wavering. namely, how we Are to hold fast the profession of our Faith, or what is implied by the Apostle in this Exhortation, To hold fast the profession of our Faith, without wavering. av, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1311 And I think these following Particulars may very well be supposed to be implied in it. And I think these following Particulars may very well be supposed to be implied in it. cc pns11 vvb d j-vvg n2-j vmb av av vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1312 1. That we should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support their Confidence. 1. That we should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support their Confidence. crd cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1313 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, contrary to Scripture, and Reason, and the common Sense of Mankind. 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, contrary to Scripture, and Reason, and the Common Sense of Mankind. crd cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, j-jn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 286 Image 80
1314 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrours of the World. 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World. crd p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1315 4. Against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, and groundless Hopes of getting to Heaven upon easier terms in another Religion. 4. Against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, and groundless Hope's of getting to Heaven upon Easier terms in Another Religion. crd p-acp d j vvz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, cc j ng1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2 p-acp j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 288 Image 80
1316 5. Against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busie and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, 5. Against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busy and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, crd p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc vvg n2, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 289 Image 80
1317 and to gain Proselytes to their own Party and Faction. I shall go over these with as much Clearness and Brevity as I can. and to gain Proselytes to their own Party and Faction. I shall go over these with as much Clearness and Brevity as I can. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp a-acp d n1 cc n1 c-acp pns11 vmb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 289 Image 80
1318 1. We should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. 1. We should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. crd pns12 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1319 All Religion is either Natural or Instituted. The Rule of Natural Religion is the common Reason of Mankind: All Religion is either Natural or Instituted. The Rule of Natural Religion is the Common Reason of Mankind: av-d n1 vbz d j cc vvn. dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1320 The Rule of Instituted Religion is divine Revelation, or the Word of God; The Rule of Instituted Religion is divine Revelation, or the Word of God; dt n1 pp-f vvn n1 vbz j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1321 which all Christians before the Council of Trent did agree to be contained in the Holy Scriptures. which all Christians before the Council of Trent did agree to be contained in the Holy Scriptures. r-crq d np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1322 So that nothing can pretend to be Religion, but what can be proved to be so, One or both of those ways; So that nothing can pretend to be Religion, but what can be proved to be so, One or both of those ways; av cst pix vmb vvi pc-acp vbi n1, cc-acp q-crq vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av, crd cc d pp-f d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1323 either by Scripture, or by Reason, or by both. And how confident soever Men may be of Opinions destitute of this Proof; either by Scripture, or by Reason, or by both. And how confident soever Men may be of Opinions destitute of this Proof; d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp d. cc c-crq j av n2 vmb vbi pp-f n2 j pp-f d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1324 any Man that understands the Grounds of Religion, will without any more ado reject them, for want of this proof; any Man that understands the Grounds of Religion, will without any more ado reject them, for want of this proof; d n1 cst vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb p-acp d dc n1 vvi pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1325 and notwithstanding any pretended Authority or Infallibility of the Church that imposeth them, will have no more Consideration and Regard of them, and notwithstanding any pretended authority or Infallibility of the Church that Imposes them, will have no more Consideration and Regard of them, cc p-acp d j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz pno32, vmb vhi dx dc n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1326 than of the confident Dictates and Assertions of any Enthusiast whatsoever; than of the confident Dictates and Assertions of any Enthusiast whatsoever; cs pp-f dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1327 because there is no reason to have regard to any Man's Confidence, if the Arguments and Reasons which he brings, bear no proportion to it. Because there is no reason to have regard to any Man's Confidence, if the Arguments and Reasons which he brings, bear no proportion to it. c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, cs dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, vvb dx n1 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1328 We see in Experience that Confidence is generally ill grounded, and is a kind of Passion in the Understanding, We see in Experience that Confidence is generally ill grounded, and is a kind of Passion in the Understanding, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cst n1 vbz av-j j-jn vvn, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1329 and is commonly made use of, like Fury and Force, to supply for the weakness and want of Argument. and is commonly made use of, like Fury and Force, to supply for the weakness and want of Argument. cc vbz av-j vvn n1 a-acp, j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1330 If a Man can prove what he says by good Argument; there is no need of Confidence to back and support it. If a Man can prove what he Says by good Argument; there is no need of Confidence to back and support it. cs dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1331 We may at any time trust a plain and substantial Reason, and leave it to make its own way, We may At any time trust a plain and substantial Reason, and leave it to make its own Way, pns12 vmb p-acp d n1 vvb dt j cc j n1, cc vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1332 and to bear out its self. But if the man's Reasons and Arguments be not good; and to bear out its self. But if the Man's Reasons and Arguments be not good; cc pc-acp vvi av po31 n1. p-acp cs dt ng1 n2 cc n2 vbb xx j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1333 his Confidence adds nothing of real Force to them, in the Opinion of Wise men, and tends only to its own Confusion. his Confidence adds nothing of real Force to them, in the Opinion of Wise men, and tends only to its own Confusion. po31 n1 vvz pix pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc vvz av-j p-acp po31 d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1334 Arguments are like Powder, which will carry and do execution according to its true strength; and all the rest is but noise. Arguments Are like Powder, which will carry and do execution according to its true strength; and all the rest is but noise. ng1 vbr av-j n1, r-crq vmb vvi cc vdb n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1; cc d dt n1 vbz p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1335 And generally none are so much to be suspected of Errour, or a Design to deceive, And generally none Are so much to be suspected of Error, or a Design to deceive, cc av-j pix vbr av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1336 as those that pretend most confidently to Inspiration and Infallibility: as those that pretend most confidently to Inspiration and Infallibility: c-acp d cst vvb av-ds av-j p-acp n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1337 As we see in all sorts of Enthusiasts, who pretend to Inspiration, although we have nothing but their own word for it; for they work no Miracles. As we see in all sorts of Enthusiasts, who pretend to Inspiration, although we have nothing but their own word for it; for they work no Miracles. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb p-acp n1, cs pns12 vhb pix p-acp po32 d n1 p-acp pn31; c-acp pns32 vvb dx n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1338 And all pretence to Inspiration and Infallibility, without Miracle, whether it be in particular Persons, or in whole Churches, is Enthusiastical; And all pretence to Inspiration and Infallibility, without Miracle, whither it be in particular Persons, or in Whole Churches, is Enthusiastical; cc d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2, vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1339 i. e. a Pretence to Inspiration without any Proof of it. i. e. a Pretence to Inspiration without any Proof of it. sy. sy. dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1340 And therefore St. Paul was not moved by the Boasting and Confidence of the false Apostles; And Therefore Saint Paul was not moved by the Boasting and Confidence of the false Apostles; cc av n1 np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt vvg cc n1 pp-f dt j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1341 because they gave no Proof and Evidence of their Divine Inspiration and Commission, as he had done; Because they gave no Proof and Evidence of their Divine Inspiration and Commission, as he had done; c-acp pns32 vvd dx n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vdn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1342 for which he appeals to the Sense of Men, Whether he had not wrought great Miracles; for which he appeals to the Sense of Men, Whither he had not wrought great Miracles; p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1343 which the false Apostles had not done, though they had the confidence to give out themselves to be Apostles as well as he; which the false Apostles had not done, though they had the confidence to give out themselves to be Apostles as well as he; r-crq dt j n2 vhd xx vdn, cs pns32 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi av px32 pc-acp vbi n2 c-acp av c-acp pns31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1344 2 Cor. 12. 11, 12. I am (says he) become a fool in glorying, ye have compelled me. 2 Cor. 12. 11, 12. I am (Says he) become a fool in glorying, you have compelled me. crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vbm (vvz pns31) vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg, pn22 vhb vvn pno11. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1345 And truly the signs of an Apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds. And truly the Signs of an Apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in Signs, and wonders, and mighty Deeds. cc av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, p-acp n2, cc n2, cc j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1346 And Rev. 2. 2. Christ there commends the Church of Ephesus, because she had tried them, which said they were Apostles, but were not; and had found them liars. And Rev. 2. 2. christ there commends the Church of Ephesus, Because she had tried them, which said they were Apostles, but were not; and had found them liars. cc n1 crd crd np1 pc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32, r-crq vvd pns32 vbdr n2, cc-acp vbdr xx; cc vhd vvn pno32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1347 And as we are not to believe every one that says he is an Apostle, so neither every one that pretends to be a Successor of the Apostles, and to be endued with the same Spirit of Infallibility that they were: And as we Are not to believe every one that Says he is an Apostle, so neither every one that pretends to be a Successor of the Apostles, and to be endued with the same Spirit of Infallibility that they were: cc c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d pi cst vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, av dx d pi cst vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vbdr: (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1348 For these also, when they are tried whether they be the Successors of the Apostles or not, may be found Liars, And therefore St. John cautions Christians not to believe every spirit, (that is, every one that pretends to divine Inspiration and the Spirit of God,) but to try the Spirits, whether they be of God; For these also, when they Are tried whither they be the Successors of the Apostles or not, may be found Liars, And Therefore Saint John cautions Christians not to believe every Spirit, (that is, every one that pretends to divine Inspiration and the Spirit of God,) but to try the Spirits, whither they be of God; c-acp d av, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cs pns32 vbb dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc xx, vmb vbb vvn n2, cc av n1 np1 n2 np1 xx pc-acp vvi d n1, (cst vbz, d pi cst vvz p-acp j-jn n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1,) p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2, cs pns32 vbb pp-f np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1349 because many false Prophets are gone out into the World, 1 Joh. 4. 1. And therefore the Confidence of Men in this kind ought not to move us, Because many false prophets Are gone out into the World, 1 John 4. 1. And Therefore the Confidence of Men in this kind ought not to move us, c-acp d j n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1350 when their Pretence to Infallibility is destitute of the proper Proof and Evidence of it; which is a Power of Miracles; when their Pretence to Infallibility is destitute of the proper Proof and Evidence of it; which is a Power of Miracles; c-crq po32 n1 p-acp n1 vbz j pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1351 and when their Doctrines and Practices have neither the evidence of Reason or Scripture on their side. For instance; and when their Doctrines and Practices have neither the evidence of Reason or Scripture on their side. For instance; cc c-crq po32 n2 cc n2 vhb dx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1. p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 80
1352 That the Church of Rome is the Mother and Mistress of all Churches; which is one of the new Articles of Pope Pius the IVth's Creed; That the Church of Room is the Mother and Mistress of all Churches; which is one of the new Articles of Pope Pius the IVth's Creed; cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; r-crq vbz pi pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1 np1 dt ng1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 80
1353 and yet there is not one syllable in Scripture tending to this purpose. and yet there is not one syllable in Scripture tending to this purpose. cc av pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 p-acp np1 vvg p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 80
1354 And in Reason it cannot be, that any but that which was the First Christian Church should be the Mother of all Churches; And in Reason it cannot be, that any but that which was the First Christian Church should be the Mother of all Churches; cc p-acp n1 pn31 vmbx vbi, cst d p-acp cst r-crq vbds dt ord np1 n1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 80
1355 and that the Church of Rome certainly was not, and the Church of Jerusalem undoubtedly was. and that the Church of Room Certainly was not, and the Church of Jerusalem undoubtedly was. cc cst dt n1 pp-f vvb av-j vbds xx, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vbds. (10) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 80
1356 And then that the Bishop of Rome, as Successor of St. Peter there, is the Supreme and Vniversal Pastor of Christ's Church by Divine appointment, as he assumes to himself; And then that the Bishop of Rome, as Successor of Saint Peter there, is the Supreme and Universal Pastor of Christ's Church by Divine appointment, as he assumes to himself; cc av cst dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 np1 a-acp, vbz dt j cc j-u n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp px31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1357 and that it is necessary to Salvation, for every humane Creature to be subject to the Bishop of Rome, and that it is necessary to Salvation, for every humane Creature to be Subject to the Bishop of Rome, cc cst pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1358 as is declared in their Canon-Law by a Constitution of Pope Boniface the VIIIth, which Constitution is confirmed in the last Lateran Council; as is declared in their Canon law by a Constitution of Pope Boniface the VIIIth, which Constitution is confirmed in the last Lateran Council; c-acp vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 dt ord, r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord np1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1359 of all which there is not the least mention in Scripture, nor any divine Appointment to that purpose to be found there. of all which there is not the least mention in Scripture, nor any divine Appointment to that purpose to be found there. pp-f d r-crq a-acp vbz xx dt ds n1 p-acp n1, ccx d j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1360 And it is against Reason, that all the World should be obliged to trudge to Rome for the Decision of Causes and Differences, which in many and the most weighty Matters are reserved to the Decision of that See, And it is against Reason, that all the World should be obliged to trudge to Room for the Decision of Causes and Differences, which in many and the most weighty Matters Are reserved to the Decision of that See, cc pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cst d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp d cc dt av-ds j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvb, (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1361 and can be determin'd no-where else. and can be determined nowhere Else. cc vmb vbi vvd j av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1362 And against Reason likewise it is to found this universal Supremacy in his being Successor of St. Peter; and to fix it in the Bishop of Rome, rather than at Antioch; when it is certain, And against Reason likewise it is to found this universal Supremacy in his being Successor of Saint Peter; and to fix it in the Bishop of Rome, rather than At Antioch; when it is certain, cc p-acp n1 av pn31 vbz p-acp vvn d j n1 p-acp po31 vbg n1 pp-f n1 np1; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-c cs p-acp np1; c-crq pn31 vbz j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1363 and granted by themselves, that St. Peter was first Bishop of Antioch, and out of all question that he was Bishop of Antioch; but not so, that he was Bishop of Rome. and granted by themselves, that Saint Peter was First Bishop of Antioch, and out of all question that he was Bishop of Antioch; but not so, that he was Bishop of Room. cc vvn p-acp px32, cst n1 np1 vbds ord n1 pp-f np1, cc av pp-f d n1 cst pns31 vbds n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp xx av, cst pns31 vbds n1 pp-f vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 293 Image 80
1364 Nor is there any thing in Scripture for the Deliverance of Souls out of Purgatory by the Prayers and Masses of the Living. Nor is there any thing in Scripture for the Deliverance of Souls out of Purgatory by the Prayers and Masses of the Living. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n-vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 294 Image 80
1365 The whole Thing is groundless, and not agreeable to the constant Suppositions of Scripture concerning a future State. The Whole Thing is groundless, and not agreeable to the constant Suppositions of Scripture Concerning a future State. dt j-jn n1 vbz j, cc xx j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvg dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 294 Image 80
1366 Nor is there any Reason for it, besides that which is not fit to be given, the Wealth and Profit which it brings in. Nor is there any Reason for it, beside that which is not fit to be given, the Wealth and Profit which it brings in. ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 c-acp pn31, p-acp d r-crq vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 294 Image 80
1367 The Invocation and Worship of the Blessed Virgin, and of all the Saints departed, is destitute of all Scripture-warrant or Example, The Invocation and Worship of the Blessed Virgae, and of all the Saints departed, is destitute of all Scriptural warrant or Exampl, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc pp-f d dt n2 vvd, vbz j pp-f d j cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1368 and confessed by themselves not to have been owned or practised in the Three first Ages of the Church, and confessed by themselves not to have been owned or practised in the Three First Ages of the Church, cc vvd p-acp px32 xx pc-acp vhi vbn j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt crd ord n2 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1369 because it looked too like the Heathen Idolatry; Because it looked too like the Heathen Idolatry; c-acp pn31 vvd av av-j dt j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1370 which deserves to be well considered by those, who pretend to derive their whole Religion from Christ and his Apostles by a continued and uninterrupted Succession. which deserves to be well considered by those, who pretend to derive their Whole Religion from christ and his Apostles by a continued and uninterrupted Succession. r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp d, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi po32 j-jn n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1371 And this practice is likewise destitute of all colour of Reason; unless we be assured, that they hear our Prayers in all places; And this practice is likewise destitute of all colour of Reason; unless we be assured, that they hear our Prayers in all places; cc d n1 vbz av j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; cs pns12 vbb vvn, cst pns32 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1372 which we cannot be, unless they be present in all places, which they themselves do not believe; which we cannot be, unless they be present in all places, which they themselves do not believe; r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi, cs pns32 vbb j p-acp d n2, r-crq pns32 px32 vdb xx vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1373 or that God doth some way or other reveal and make known to them the Prayers which are made to them, which we cannot possibly be assured of, or that God does Some Way or other reveal and make known to them the Prayers which Are made to them, which we cannot possibly be assured of, cc cst np1 vdz d n1 cc n-jn vvi cc vvi vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq pns12 vmbx av-j vbi vvn pp-f, (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1374 but by some Revelation of God to that purpose; which we no-where find, nor doth the Church of Rome pretend to it. But I proceed to the 2d Thing; but by Some Revelation of God to that purpose; which we nowhere find, nor does the Church of Room pretend to it. But I proceed to the 2d Thing; cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; r-crq pns12 j vvb, ccx vdz dt n1 pp-f vvb vvi p-acp pn31. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt crd n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 295 Image 80
1375 namely, That we should much more hold fast the Profession of our Faith and Religion, against the Confidence of Men, contrary to Scripture, namely, That we should much more hold fast the Profession of our Faith and Religion, against the Confidence of Men, contrary to Scripture, av, cst pns12 vmd av-d av-dc vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, j-jn p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1376 and Reason, and the common Sense of Mankind. and Reason, and the Common Sense of Mankind. cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1377 For these are the chief grounds of Certainty, which we can have for or against any thing; For these Are the chief grounds of Certainty, which we can have for or against any thing; p-acp d vbr dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vhi p-acp cc p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1378 and if these be clearly on our side, we ought not to be much moved by the Confidence of Men, concerning any Doctrines or Practices of Religion, which are plainly contrary to these. and if these be clearly on our side, we ought not to be much moved by the Confidence of Men, Concerning any Doctrines or Practices of Religion, which Are plainly contrary to these. cc cs d vbb av-j p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr av-j j-jn p-acp d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1379 If in Points wherein we have this advantage on our side, we do not hold fast the Profession of our Religion; If in Points wherein we have this advantage on our side, we do not hold fast the Profession of our Religion; cs p-acp n2 c-crq pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vdb xx vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1380 our Error and Folly are capable of no excuse. our Error and Folly Are capable of no excuse. po12 n1 cc n1 vbr j pp-f dx n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1381 And this advantage we plainly have in several Points and Controversies betwixt us and the Church of Rome. And this advantage we plainly have in several Points and Controversies betwixt us and the Church of Room. cc d n1 pns12 av-j vhb p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 297 Image 80
1382 As in the Worship of Images; which is as expresly and clearly forbidden in the Second Commandment, As in the Worship of Images; which is as expressly and clearly forbidden in the Second Commandment, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; r-crq vbz a-acp av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 80
1383 and that without any Distinction, as any other thing is forbidden in the whole Bible. and that without any Distinction, as any other thing is forbidden in the Whole bible. cc cst p-acp d n1, c-acp d j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 80
1384 And that it is so forbidden in this Commandment, and that this Commandment is still in force among Christians, was the Universal Sense of the ancient Christian Church. And that it is so forbidden in this Commandment, and that this Commandment is still in force among Christians, was the Universal Sense of the ancient Christian Church. cc cst pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp d n1, cc cst d n1 vbz av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vbds dt j-u n1 pp-f dt j njp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 80
1385 Prayers and the Service of God in an unknown Tongue are directly contrary to the very Nature and End of religious Worship, which ought to be a Reasonable Service; Prayers and the Service of God in an unknown Tongue Are directly contrary to the very Nature and End of religious Worship, which ought to be a Reasonable Service; n2 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 vbr av-j j-jn p-acp dt j n1 cc vvb pp-f j n1, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1386 which it cannot be, if it be not directed by our Understandings, and accompanied with our Hearts and Affections. which it cannot be, if it be not directed by our Understandings, and accompanied with our Hearts and Affections. q-crq pn31 vmbx vbi, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc vvn p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1387 But if it be performed in an unknown Tongue, our Understanding can have no part in it; But if it be performed in an unknown Tongue, our Understanding can have no part in it; p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1, po12 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1388 and if we do not understand it, it cannot move our Affections. And this likewise is plainly contrary to Scripture; and if we do not understand it, it cannot move our Affections. And this likewise is plainly contrary to Scripture; cc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31, pn31 vmbx vvi po12 n2. cc d av vbz av-j j-jn p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1389 namely, to a large Discourse of St. Paul 's, almost throughout a whole Chapter, where he purp sely sets himself to shew the Unprofitableness and gross Absurdity of Praying or Celebrating any other Part of Religious Worship, in an unknown Tongue. namely, to a large Discourse of Saint Paul is, almost throughout a Whole Chapter, where he purp sely sets himself to show the Unprofitableness and gross Absurdity of Praying or Celebrating any other Part of Religious Worship, in an unknown Tongue. av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbz, av p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vvi av-j vvz px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg d j-jn n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1390 If any part of Our Religion had been half so clearly condemned in Scripture, as this is, (which yet is the constant and general Practice of the Church of Rome) we must have lain down in our shame, If any part of Our Religion had been half so clearly condemned in Scripture, as this is, (which yet is the constant and general Practice of the Church of Room) we must have lain down in our shame, cs d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vhd vbn j-jn av av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-acp d vbz, (r-crq av vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb) pns12 vmb vhi vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1391 and confusion would have covered us; and confusion would have covered us; cc n1 vmd vhi vvn pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1392 and we must either have rejected the Authority of the Bible, or have renounced that Point of our Religion, what-ever it had been: and we must either have rejected the authority of the bible, or have renounced that Point of our Religion, whatever it had been: cc pns12 vmb av-d vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vhb vvd d n1 pp-f po12 n1, j pn31 vhd vbn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1393 Though it had been dear to us as our right Hand, and our right Eye; Though it had been dear to us as our right Hand, and our right Eye; cs pn31 vhd vbn j-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j-jn n1, cc po12 j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1394 we must upon such plain Evidence of Scripture against it, have cut it off, and plucked it out, and cast it from us. we must upon such plain Evidence of Scripture against it, have Cut it off, and plucked it out, and cast it from us. pns12 vmb p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, vhb vvn pn31 a-acp, cc vvd pn31 av, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 80
1395 The like may be said of Locking up the Scriptures from the people in an unknown Tongue; The like may be said of Locking up the Scriptures from the people in an unknown Tongue; dt av-j vmb vbi vvn pp-f vvg a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1396 contrary to the Command of the Scriptures themselves, and to the great End and Design of Almighty God in the Writing and Publishing of them; contrary to the Command of the Scriptures themselves, and to the great End and Design of Almighty God in the Writing and Publishing of them; j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 px32, cc p-acp dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1397 and contrary to the perpetual Exhortations and Counsels of all the Ancient Fathers of the Christian Church for a great many Ages, not one excepted. and contrary to the perpetual Exhortations and Counsels of all the Ancient Father's of the Christian Church for a great many Ages, not one excepted. cc j-jn p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp dt j d n2, xx pi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1398 They are hardly more frequent, and copious, and earnest in any Argument; They Are hardly more frequent, and copious, and earnest in any Argument; pns32 vbr av av-dc j, cc j, cc j p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1399 than in perswading People of all Ranks and Conditions, to the constant and careful Reaing of the Holy Scriptures. than in persuading People of all Ranks and Conditions, to the constant and careful Reaing of the Holy Scriptures. cs p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f dt j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1400 And contrary to the Common Reason and Sense of Mankind. For what should Men be perswaded to be acquainted withal; And contrary to the Common Reason and Sense of Mankind. For what should Men be persuaded to be acquainted withal; cc j-jn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. p-acp r-crq vmd n2 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1401 if not with That which is the great Instrument of our Salvation? That Book which was written on purpose to reveal and convey to Men the Knowledge of God, if not with That which is the great Instrument of our Salvation? That Book which was written on purpose to reveal and convey to Men the Knowledge of God, cs xx p-acp d r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1? cst n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2 dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1402 and of his Will, and their Duty? What should Men be allowed to know; and of his Will, and their Duty? What should Men be allowed to know; cc pp-f po31 n1, cc po32 n1? q-crq vmd n2 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1403 if not That which is the best and most effectual Means, to direct and bring them to Heaven, if not That which is the best and most effectual Means, to Direct and bring them to Heaven, cs xx d r-crq vbz dt js cc av-ds j n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1404 or turn them from Sin, and to preserve them from Eternal Misery? When our Saviour would represent the best and most effectual Means of bringing Men to Happiness, or turn them from since, and to preserve them from Eternal Misery? When our Saviour would represent the best and most effectual Means of bringing Men to Happiness, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n1? c-crq po12 n1 vmd vvi dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1405 and saving them from the Eternal Torments of Hell, in the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus; He brings in Abraham, giving the best Advice he could to the Rich Man who was in Hell, concerning his Brethren that were upon Earth, and Saving them from the Eternal Torments of Hell, in the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus; He brings in Abraham, giving the best advice he could to the Rich Man who was in Hell, Concerning his Brothers that were upon Earth, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc np1; pns31 vvz p-acp np1, vvg dt js n1 pns31 vmd p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp n1, vvg po31 n2 cst vbdr p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1406 how they might prevent their coming into that place of Torment; how they might prevent their coming into that place of Torment; c-crq pns32 vmd vvi po32 vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1407 And he directs them to the Scriptures, as the best and most effectual Means to that purpose: And he directs them to the Scriptures, as the best and most effectual Means to that purpose: cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2, c-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2 p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1408 They have (says he) Moses and the Prophets: Let them hear them. They have (Says he) Moses and the prophets: Let them hear them. pns32 vhb (vvz pns31) np1 cc dt n2: vvb pno32 vvi pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 80
1409 Now if in the Church of God among the Jews, the same Course had been taken, that is now in the Church of Rome; the Rich Man might, Now if in the Church of God among the jews, the same Course had been taken, that is now in the Church of Room; the Rich Man might, av cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np2, dt d n1 vhd vbn vvn, cst vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; dt j n1 vmd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1410 and in all Reason ought to have replyed, Nay, Father Abraham; and in all Reason ought to have replied, Nay, Father Abraham; cc p-acp d n1 vmd pc-acp vhi vvd, uh, n1 np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1411 But they have not Moses and the Prophets, nor are they permitted to Read them in a Language that they can understand; But they have not Moses and the prophets, nor Are they permitted to Read them in a Language that they can understand; cc-acp pns32 vhb xx np1 cc dt n2, ccx vbr pns32 vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1412 And therefore this Advice is of no Vse to them: And Therefore this advice is of no Use to them: cc av d n1 vbz pp-f dx vvb p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1413 And then he might with Reason have press'd him, as he did, that one might be sent to them from the Dead, to Testifie unto them. And then he might with Reason have pressed him, as he did, that one might be sent to them from the Dead, to Testify unto them. cc av pns31 vmd p-acp n1 vhb vvn pno31, c-acp pns31 vdd, cst pi vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1414 But it appears, that Abraham was very positive and peremptory in this Advice; But it appears, that Abraham was very positive and peremptory in this advice; p-acp pn31 vvz, cst np1 vbds av j cc j p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1415 and that he prefers the Knowledge of the Scriptures, to any other Way and Means, that could be thought of, and that he prefers the Knowledge of the Scriptures, to any other Way and Means, that could be Thought of, cc cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n2, cst vmd vbi vvn pp-f, (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1416 and that if this had not its Effect to perswade Men to Repentance, and to preserve them from Hell, he did not know any thing else, that was so likely to do it: and that if this had not its Effect to persuade Men to Repentance, and to preserve them from Hell, he did not know any thing Else, that was so likely to do it: cc cst cs d vhd xx po31 vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi d n1 av, cst vbds av j pc-acp vdi pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1417 For he concludes, If they hear not Moses and the Prophets; neither will they be perswaded the One rose from the Dead. For he concludes, If they hear not Moses and the prophets; neither will they be persuaded the One rose from the Dead. c-acp pns31 vvz, cs pns32 vvb xx np1 cc dt n2; dx vmb pns32 vbi vvn dt crd n1 p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 80
1418 And this is the Conclusion of the Parable. Which plainly shews, what was the main Scope and Design of our Saviour in it; And this is the Conclusion of the Parable. Which plainly shows, what was the main Scope and Design of our Saviour in it; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. r-crq av-j vvz, r-crq vbds dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 302 Image 80
1419 namely, to recommend to us the Use of the Holy Scriptures, as the best and most effectual Means, which the Wisdom of God hath provided for the Salvation of Mankind. namely, to recommend to us the Use of the Holy Scriptures, as the best and most effectual Means, which the Wisdom of God hath provided for the Salvation of Mankind. av, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, c-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 302 Image 80
1420 And now any Man would be apt to think, that the declared Judgment of our Saviour in the case, should go a great way, And now any Man would be apt to think, that the declared Judgement of our Saviour in the case, should go a great Way, cc av d n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst dt vvn n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 80
1421 even with the most Infallible Church in the World. even with the most Infallible Church in the World. av p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 80
1422 However, this we must say, that it is in truth a very hard case, to which the Church of Rome hath reduced Men; However, this we must say, that it is in truth a very hard case, to which the Church of Room hath reduced Men; c-acp, d pns12 vmb vvi, cst pn31 vbz p-acp n1 dt j j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb vhz vvn n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 80
1423 that it will neither allow them Salvation out of their Church, nor the best and most effectual Means of Salvation, when they are in it. that it will neither allow them Salvation out of their Church, nor the best and most effectual Means of Salvation, when they Are in it. cst pn31 vmb av-dx vvi pno32 n1 av pp-f po32 n1, ccx dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 80
1424 I might say much more upon this Head; but this I hope may be sufficient. I might say much more upon this Head; but this I hope may be sufficient. pns11 vmd vvi d dc p-acp d n1; cc-acp d pns11 vvb vmb vbi j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 80
1425 The next Instance shall be in the Doctrine of Transubstantiation; which is contrary to the Scriptures; The next Instance shall be in the Doctrine of Transubstantiation; which is contrary to the Scriptures; dt ord n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1426 which after Consecration so frequently call, the Elements Bread and Wine; and which, without Reason or Necessity, puts an absurd and impossible Sense upon those words of our Saviour, This is my Body; which do no more prove Transubstantiation than those words, This Cup is the New Testament, do prove that the material Cup which was used in the Sacrament, was substantially changed into the New Testament; which After Consecration so frequently call, the Elements Bred and Wine; and which, without Reason or Necessity, puts an absurd and impossible Sense upon those words of our Saviour, This is my Body; which do no more prove Transubstantiation than those words, This Cup is the New Testament, do prove that the material Cup which was used in the Sacrament, was substantially changed into the New Testament; r-crq p-acp n1 av av-j vvi, dt n2 n1 cc n1; cc r-crq, p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n1, d vbz po11 n1; r-crq vdb av-dx av-dc vvi n1 cs d n2, d n1 vbz dt j n1, vdb vvi cst dt j-jn n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1427 And no more, than those Texts which affirm God to have Eyes, and Ears, and Hands, do prove that he really hath so. And no more, than those Texts which affirm God to have Eyes, and Ears, and Hands, do prove that he really hath so. cc dx av-dc, cs d n2 r-crq vvb np1 pc-acp vhi n2, cc n2, cc n2, vdb vvi cst pns31 av-j vhz av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1428 But besides the Contrariety of this Doctrine to Scripture, nothing can be more repugnant to Reason. But beside the Contrariety of this Doctrine to Scripture, nothing can be more repugnant to Reason. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, pix vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1429 It is so big with Contradictions, and so surfeited of Impossibilities, that it would be Endless to reckon them up. It is so big with Contradictions, and so surfeited of Impossibilities, that it would be Endless to reckon them up. pn31 vbz av j p-acp n2, cc av vvn pp-f n2, cst pn31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1430 And besides all this, it plainly contradicts the clear and constant Evidence of Four of our Five Senses; And beside all this, it plainly contradicts the clear and constant Evidence of Four of our Five Senses; cc p-acp d d, pn31 av-j vvz dt j cc j n1 pp-f crd pp-f po12 crd n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1431 which whoever contradicts, undermines the Foundation of all Certainty. which whoever contradicts, undermines the Foundation of all Certainty. r-crq r-crq vvz, vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 80
1432 And then the Communion in one kind is plainly contrary to our Saviour's Institution of the Sacrament in both kinds; as they themselves acknowledge. And then the Communion in one kind is plainly contrary to our Saviour's Institution of the Sacrament in both Kinds; as they themselves acknowledge. cc av dt n1 p-acp crd j vbz av-j j-jn p-acp po12 ng1 n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2; c-acp pns32 px32 vvb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 80
1433 And therefore the Council of Constance being sensible of this, was forced to Decree it with an express Non obstante to the Institution of Christ, And Therefore the Council of Constance being sensible of this, was forced to decree it with an express Non Obstacle to the Institution of christ, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg j pp-f d, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j fw-la n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 80
1434 and the Practice of the Apostles and the Primitive Church. and the Practice of the Apostles and the Primitive Church. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 80
1435 And their Doctrine of Concomitancy (as if the Blood were in the Flesh, and together with it) will not help the matter: And their Doctrine of Concomitancy (as if the Blood were in the Flesh, and together with it) will not help the matter: cc po32 n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp pn31) vmb xx vvi dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 80
1436 Because in the Sacrament Christ's Body is represented as broken, and pierced, and exhausted, and drain'd of its Blood; Because in the Sacrament Christ's Body is represented as broken, and pierced, and exhausted, and drained of its Blood; c-acp p-acp dt n1 npg1 n1 vbz vvn c-acp vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn pp-f po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 80
1437 and his Blood is represented as shed and poured out; so that one Kind can by no means contain and exhibit both. and his Blood is represented as shed and poured out; so that one Kind can by no means contain and exhibit both. cc po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc vvd av; av d crd j vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi cc vvi d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 80
1438 The next Instance is, the Repetition of Christ's Propitiatory Sacrifice in the Mass, so often as That is celebrated: Against all Reason; The next Instance is, the Repetition of Christ's Propitiatory Sacrifice in the Mass, so often as That is celebrated: Against all Reason; dt ord n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1, av av c-acp d vbz vvn: p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1439 because the Sacrifice of Christ, once offered upon the Cross, was a full and perfect Propitiation for the Sins of the whole World; Because the Sacrifice of christ, once offered upon the Cross, was a full and perfect Propitiation for the Sins of the Whole World; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1, vbds dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1440 and therefore ought not, because it needs not, to be again repeated for that End, in any manner whatsoever. and Therefore ought not, Because it needs not, to be again repeated for that End, in any manner whatsoever. cc av vmd xx, c-acp pn31 vvz xx, pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp d vvb, p-acp d n1 r-crq. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1441 And it is directly contrary to the main Scope of a great part of this Epistle to the Hebrews, which shews the Excellency of the Gospel above the Law in this respect, That the Expiatory Sacrifice of the Gospel was offered once for all; whereas the Sacrifices of the Law were perpetually repeated. And it is directly contrary to the main Scope of a great part of this Epistle to the Hebrews, which shows the Excellency of the Gospel above the Law in this respect, That the Expiatory Sacrifice of the Gospel was offered once for all; whereas the Sacrifices of the Law were perpetually repeated. cc pn31 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt np2, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d; cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1442 Chap. 7. 27. Speaking of Christ; who needs not daily, as those High-priests, to offer up Sacrifices; Chap. 7. 27. Speaking of christ; who needs not daily, as those High priests, to offer up Sacrifices; np1 crd crd vvg pp-f np1; r-crq vvz xx av-j, c-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1443 first for his own Sins, and then for the Peoples: for this he did once, when he offered up himself. First for his own Sins, and then for the Peoples: for this he did once, when he offered up himself. ord p-acp po31 d n2, cc av p-acp dt ng1: c-acp d pns31 vdd a-acp, c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp px31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1444 Chap. 9. 26. But once in the End of the World hath he appeared, to take away Sin by the Sacrifice of himself: Chap. 9. 26. But once in the End of the World hath he appeared, to take away since by the Sacrifice of himself: np1 crd crd p-acp a-acp p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1 vhz pns31 vvd, pc-acp vvi av n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1445 And as it is appointed for all Men once to dye; so Christ was once offered to bear the Sins of many. And as it is appointed for all Men once to die; so christ was once offered to bear the Sins of many. cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi; av np1 vbds a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1446 And Chap. 10. 10. By the which Will we are sanctified, through the Offering of the Body of Jesus Christ once for all: And Chap. 10. 10. By the which Will we Are sanctified, through the Offering of the Body of jesus christ once for all: cc np1 crd crd p-acp dt r-crq vmb pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 a-acp p-acp d: (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1447 And Verse the 12. But this Man, after he had offered one Sacrifice for Sins, for ever sat down on the right hand of God. And Verse the 12. But this Man, After he had offered one Sacrifice for Sins, for ever sat down on the right hand of God. cc n1 dt crd p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn crd n1 p-acp n2, c-acp av vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1448 And Verse the 14. For by one Offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified. And Verse the 14. For by one Offering he hath perfected for ever them that Are sanctified. cc n1 dt crd c-acp p-acp crd vvg pns31 vhz vvn p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1449 There cannot be plainer Texts for any thing in the Bible, than that this Propitiatory Sacrifice was never to be repeated. There cannot be plainer Texts for any thing in the bible, than that this Propitiatory Sacrifice was never to be repeated. a-acp vmbx vbi jc n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cs cst d j n1 vbds av-x pc-acp vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 80
1450 And whereas they say, that the Sacrifice of the Mass is an unbloody Sacrifice: This, instead of bringing them off, doth but intangle the Matter more. And whereas they say, that the Sacrifice of the Mass is an unbloody Sacrifice: This, instead of bringing them off, does but entangle the Matter more. cc cs pns32 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1: d, av pp-f vvg pno32 a-acp, vdz p-acp vvi dt n1 av-dc. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 80
1451 For if Blood be offered in the Sacrifice of the Mass, how is it an unbloody Sacrifice? What can be more bloody than Blood? And if Blood be not offered; For if Blood be offered in the Sacrifice of the Mass, how is it an unbloody Sacrifice? What can be more bloody than Blood? And if Blood be not offered; p-acp cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, q-crq vbz pn31 dt j n1? q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cs n1? cc cs n1 vbb xx vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 80
1452 how is it Propitiatory? Since the Apostle lays it down for a Certain Rule, That without shedding of Blood, there is no Remission of Sins: how is it Propitiatory? Since the Apostle lays it down for a Certain Rule, That without shedding of Blood, there is no Remission of Sins: q-crq vbz pn31 j? p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cst p-acp vvg pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 80
1453 i. e. There can be no Propitiation for the Sins of the Living or the Dead, which the Church of Rome affirms there is. i. e. There can be no Propitiation for the Sins of the Living or the Dead, which the Church of Room affirms there is. uh. sy. a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg cc dt j, r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz a-acp vbz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 80
1454 I might have added one or two Instances more; I might have added one or two Instances more; pns11 vmd vhi vvn crd cc crd n2 av-dc; (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Image 80
1455 and then should have proceeded to shew, in the Third place, That we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the Temtations and Terrors of the World; and then should have proceeded to show, in the Third place, That we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World; cc av vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Image 80
1456 which is more especially and principally here intended by the Apostle in this Exhortation. But I shall proceed no farther at present. which is more especially and principally Here intended by the Apostle in this Exhortation. But I shall proceed no farther At present. r-crq vbz av-dc av-j cc av-j av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 308 Image 80
1457 A SERMON ON HEB. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; A SERMON ON HEBREW. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; dt n1 p-acp n1. fw-la crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (11) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 96
1458 for he is faithful that promised. IN these words, I have told you, are contained I. An Exhortation, to hold fast the profession of our faith, or hope, without wavering. for he is faithful that promised. IN these words, I have told you, Are contained I an Exhortation, to hold fast the profession of our faith, or hope, without wavering. c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. p-acp d n2, pns11 vhb vvn pn22, vbr vvn uh dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc n1, p-acp vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 96
1459 II. An Argument or Encouragement thereto; because he is faithful that promised. I am yet upon the first of these; II an Argument or Encouragement thereto; Because he is faithful that promised. I am yet upon the First of these; crd dt n1 cc n1 av; c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. pns11 vbm av p-acp dt ord pp-f d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 312 Image 96
1460 the Exhortation to Christians, to be Constant and Steady in the Profession of their Religion; Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. the Exhortation to Christians, to be Constant and Steady in the Profession of their Religion; Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering. dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 312 Image 96
1461 And that we might the better comprehend the true and full meaning of this Exhortation, I shewed, And that we might the better comprehend the true and full meaning of this Exhortation, I showed, cc cst pns12 vmd dt av-jc vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 312 Image 96
1462 1. Negatively, what is not meant and intended by it. And I mentioned these two Particulars. 1. Negatively, what is not meant and intended by it. And I mentioned these two Particulars. crd av-j, r-crq vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. cc pns11 vvd d crd n2-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 313 Image 96
1463 1. The Apostle doth not hereby intend, that those who are capable of enquiring into, and examining the Grounds of their Religion, should not have the Liberty to do it. Nor, 1. The Apostle does not hereby intend, that those who Are capable of inquiring into, and examining the Grounds of their Religion, should not have the Liberty to do it. Nor, crd dt n1 vdz xx av vvi, cst d r-crq vbr j pp-f vvg p-acp, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, vmd xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. ccx, (11) sermon (DIV1) 314 Image 96
1464 2. That when upon due Enquiry and Examination, Men are settled, as they think and verily believe, in the true Faith and Religion, they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that can be offered against their present Persuasion. 2. That when upon due Enquiry and Examination, Men Are settled, as they think and verily believe, in the true Faith and Religion, they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that can be offered against their present Persuasion. crd cst c-crq p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, n2 vbr vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb cc av-j vvi, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, pns32 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 315 Image 96
1465 Both these I shewed to be unreasonable, and Arguments of a bad Cause and Religion: And therefore neither of them can be intended by the Apostle in this Exhortation. Both these I showed to be unreasonable, and Arguments of a bad Cause and Religion: And Therefore neither of them can be intended by the Apostle in this Exhortation. av-d d pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi j, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1: cc av dx pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 315 Image 96
1466 2. I proceeded Positively to explain the meaning of this Exhortation. And to this purpose I proposed, 2. I proceeded Positively to explain the meaning of this Exhortation. And to this purpose I proposed, crd pns11 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1. cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 316 Image 96
1467 1. To consider what it is, that we are to hold fast, viz. the Confession or Profession of our Faith. 1. To Consider what it is, that we Are to hold fast, viz. the Confessi or Profession of our Faith. crd p-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j, n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 317 Image 96
1468 The antient Christian Faith, of which every Christian makes Profession in his Baptism: For of That the Apostle here speaks, as appears by the Context; The ancient Christian Faith, of which every Christian makes Profession in his Baptism: For of That the Apostle Here speaks, as appears by the Context; dt j njp n1, pp-f r-crq d njp vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1: c-acp pp-f d dt n1 av vvz, c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 317 Image 96
1469 not the doubtful and uncertain Traditions of Men, nor the imperious Dictates and Doctrines of any Church, not contained in the Holy Scriptures, imposed upon the Christian Church; not the doubtful and uncertain Traditions of Men, nor the imperious Dictates and Doctrines of any Church, not contained in the Holy Scriptures, imposed upon the Christian Church; xx dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2, ccx dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f d n1, xx vvn p-acp dt j n2, vvn p-acp dt njp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 317 Image 96
1470 tho with never so confident a pretence of the Antiquity of the Doctrines proposed, or of the Infallibility of the Proposers of them. though with never so confident a pretence of the Antiquity of the Doctrines proposed, or of the Infallibility of the Proposers of them. cs p-acp av-x av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 317 Image 96
1471 And then I proceeded in the And then I proceeded in the cc av pns11 vvd p-acp dt (11) sermon (DIV1) 317 Image 96
1472 2. Place, to shew how we are to hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering. 2. Place, to show how we Are to hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering. crd n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 96
1473 And I mentioned these following Particulars, as probably implied in the Apostles Exhortation. And I mentioned these following Particulars, as probably implied in the Apostles Exhortation. cc pns11 vvd d j-vvg n2-j, c-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 96
1474 1. That we should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support their Confidence. 1. That we should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support their Confidence. crd cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 319 Image 96
1475 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, against Scripture and Reason, and the common Sense of Mankind. 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, against Scripture and Reason, and the Common Sense of Mankind. crd cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 320 Image 96
1476 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrours of the World. 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World. crd p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 321 Image 96
1477 4. Against all vain Promises of being put into a safer condition, and groundless Hopes of getting to Heaven upon easier Terms, in another Religion. 4. Against all vain Promises of being put into a safer condition, and groundless Hope's of getting to Heaven upon Easier Terms, in Another Religion. crd p-acp d j vvz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, cc j ng1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2, p-acp j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 96
1478 5. Against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busiy and disputing Men, whose design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, 5. Against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busy and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, crd p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc vvg n2, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 96
1479 and to gain Proselytes to their Party and Faction. and to gain Proselytes to their Party and Faction. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 96
1480 1. We are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support their Confidence. 1. We Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support their Confidence. crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1481 And of this I gave several Instances. And of this I gave several Instances. cc pp-f d pns11 vvd j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1482 As in the Pretence of the Church of Rome to Infallibility, without any Proof or Evidence of it, either by Scripture or Miracles: As in the Pretence of the Church of Room to Infallibility, without any Proof or Evidence of it, either by Scripture or Miracles: p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, av-d p-acp n1 cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1483 I mean such Miracles, as are sufficiently attested. I mean such Miracles, as Are sufficiently attested. pns11 vvb d n2, c-acp vbr av-j vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1484 For as for their Legends, since the wisest among themselves give no credit to them, I hope, they do not expect that We should believe them, or be moved by them. For as for their Legends, since the Wisest among themselves give no credit to them, I hope, they do not expect that We should believe them, or be moved by them. p-acp a-acp p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt js p-acp px32 vvi dx n1 p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb, pns32 vdb xx vvi cst pns12 vmd vvi pno32, cc vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1485 And then their Pretence that the Church of Rome is the Mother and Mistress of all Churches; And then their Pretence that the Church of Room is the Mother and Mistress of all Churches; cc av po32 n1 cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1486 which is now made an Article of their Creed. And that the Bishop of Rome, as Successor of Saint Peter there, is by Divine Appointment the Supream and Vniversal Pastor of Christs Church. which is now made an Article of their Creed. And that the Bishop of Rome, as Successor of Saint Peter there, is by Divine Appointment the Supreme and Universal Pastor of Christ Church. r-crq vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. cc d dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 np1 a-acp, vbz p-acp j-jn n1 dt j cc j-u n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1487 And that it is necessary to Salvation, for every humane Creature to be subject to him. And that it is necessary to Salvation, for every humane Creature to be Subject to him. cc cst pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1488 And lastly, their Invocation and Worship of the Blessed Virgin, and Saints departed; And lastly, their Invocation and Worship of the Blessed Virgae, and Saints departed; cc ord, po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc n2 vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1489 without any Warrant or Example of any such thing, either in Scripture, or in the practice of the first Ages of the Christian Religion; without any Warrant or Exampl of any such thing, either in Scripture, or in the practice of the First Ages of the Christian Religion; p-acp d vvb cc n1 pp-f d d n1, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1490 and without sufficient Ground to believe that they hear the Prayers which are put up to them. and without sufficient Ground to believe that they hear the Prayers which Are put up to them. cc p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 96
1491 2. Much more are we to hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, contrary to Scripture and Reason and the common Sense of Mankind. 2. Much more Are we to hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, contrary to Scripture and Reason and the Common Sense of Mankind. crd av-d dc vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 96
1492 And here I instanced in the Worship of Images; the Locking up of the Scriptures from the People, And Here I instanced in the Worship of Images; the Locking up of the Scriptures from the People, cc av pns11 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 96
1493 and celebrating the publick Prayers and Service of God in an unknown Tongue; and celebrating the public Prayers and Service of God in an unknown Tongue; cc vvg dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 96
1494 in their Doctrine of Transubstantiation; their Communion in one kind; and their daily repetition, in the Sacrifice of the Mass, of the Propitiatory Sacrifice of Christ; in their Doctrine of Transubstantiation; their Communion in one kind; and their daily repetition, in the Sacrifice of the Mass, of the Propitiatory Sacrifice of christ; p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1; po32 n1 p-acp crd n1; cc po32 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 96
1495 which was offered once for all, and is of Eternal Virtue and Efficacy, and therefore ought not, which was offered once for all, and is of Eternal Virtue and Efficacy, and Therefore ought not, r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp d, cc vbz pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc av vmd xx, (11) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 96
1496 because it needs not, like Jewish Sacrifices under the Law ▪ to be repeated. Because it needs not, like Jewish Sacrifices under the Law ▪ to be repeated. c-acp pn31 vvz xx, j jp n2 p-acp dt n1 ▪ pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 96
1497 To these Instances, which I have already spoken to, I shall add one or two more; To these Instances, which I have already spoken to, I shall add one or two more; p-acp d n2, r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp, pns11 vmb vvi crd cc crd av-dc; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1498 as namely, That to the due Administration of the Sacraments, an Intention in the Minister at least to do what the Church does, is requisite. as namely, That to the due Administration of the Sacraments, an Intention in the Minister At least to do what the Church does, is requisite. c-acp av, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp ds pc-acp vdi r-crq dt n1 vdz, vbz j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1499 This is expresly defined, and under an Anathema upon all that shall say otherwise, by the Council of Trent, Sess. the Seventh, Can. 11th; which is to make the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments, to depend upon the Intention of the Priest or Minister. This is expressly defined, and under an Anathema upon all that shall say otherwise, by the Council of Trent, Sess. the Seventh, Can. 11th; which is to make the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments, to depend upon the Intention of the Priest or Minister. d vbz av-j vvn, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 dt ord, vmb. ord; r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1500 So that if in the Administration of Baptism, he do not intend to Baptize the Party he pretends to Baptize, then it is no Baptism; So that if in the Administration of Baptism, he do not intend to Baptise the Party he pretends to Baptise, then it is no Baptism; av cst cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvb dt n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvb, cs pn31 vbz dx n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1501 and consequently the Person Baptized is not made a Member of Christ's Church; nor is any Grace or special Benefit conferred upon him; nor is he a Christian. and consequently the Person Baptised is not made a Member of Christ's Church; nor is any Grace or special Benefit conferred upon him; nor is he a Christian. cc av-j dt n1 j-vvn vbz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; ccx vbz d n1 cc j n1 vvn p-acp pno31; ccx vbz pns31 dt np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1502 So likewise in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, If the Priest do not intend to Consecrate the Host, then is it no Sacrament; So likewise in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, If the Priest do not intend to Consecrate the Host, then is it not Sacrament; av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, av vbz pn31 xx n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1503 and they that receive it, receive no benefit by it; and they that receive it, receive no benefit by it; cc pns32 cst vvb pn31, vvb dx n1 p-acp pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1504 and (which according to their Opinion is a dreadful Consequence) by the words of Consecration, there is no change made of the Elements into the Body and Blood of Christ; and (which according to their Opinion is a dreadful Consequence) by the words of Consecration, there is no change made of the Elements into the Body and Blood of christ; cc (r-crq vvg p-acp po32 n1 vbz dt j n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1505 and consequently they that give Adoration to the Sacrament in such cases, Worship Bread and Wine, for God; which is Idolatry. and consequently they that give Adoration to the Sacrament in such cases, Worship Bred and Wine, for God; which is Idolatry. cc av-j pns32 cst vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, n1 n1 cc n1, c-acp np1; r-crq vbz n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1506 And so likewise in their Sacrament of Penance, though the Priest pronounce the words of Absolution; And so likewise in their Sacrament of Penance, though the Priest pronounce the words of Absolution; cc av av p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1507 yet if he do not intend to absolve the Penitent; yet if he do not intend to absolve the Penitent; av cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1508 though he be never so truly penitent, and God on his part is ready to forgive him; though he be never so truly penitent, and God on his part is ready to forgive him; cs pns31 vbb av-x av av-j j-jn, cc np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1509 yet if the Priest do not intend to do so, there is nothing done, and the Man is still in his Sin. So likewise in Ordination, (which is another of their Sacraments) if the Bishop do not intend to Ordain the Man; yet if the Priest do not intend to do so, there is nothing done, and the Man is still in his Sin. So likewise in Ordination, (which is Another of their Sacraments) if the Bishop do not intend to Ordain the Man; av cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vdi av, pc-acp vbz pix vdn, cc dt n1 vbz av p-acp po31 np1 av av p-acp n1, (r-crq vbz j-jn pp-f po32 n2) cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1510 he is no Priest, and all that he does as a Priest afterwards, either in Administration of Baptism, he is no Priest, and all that he does as a Priest afterwards, either in Administration of Baptism, pns31 vbz dx n1, cc d cst pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1 av, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1511 or the Lords Supper, or the Absolution of Penitents, all is vain and of no effect. or the lords Supper, or the Absolution of Penitents, all is vain and of no Effect. cc dt n2 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, d vbz j cc pp-f dx n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1512 Nay, in Marriage, (which they will needs have to be a Sacrament too) if the Intention of the Priest be wanting; Nay, in Marriage, (which they will needs have to be a Sacrament too) if the Intention of the Priest be wanting; uh-x, p-acp n1, (r-crq pns32 vmb av vhi pc-acp vbi dt n1 av) cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvg; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1513 there is nothing done, the Contract is null'd, and they that are so Married do really live in Adultery; there is nothing done, the Contract is nulled, and they that Are so Married do really live in Adultery; pc-acp vbz pix vdn, dt n1 vbz vvd, cc pns32 cst vbr av vvn vdb av-j vvi p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1514 though they do not know it, nor have any suspicion of it. though they do not know it, nor have any suspicion of it. cs pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31, ccx vhb d n1 pp-f pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 96
1515 Now this is contrary to Scripture and the whole Tenure of the Gospel, which promiseth the benefit and efficacy of the Sacraments, to all those that perform the Conditions of the Covenant which are required on their parts, Now this is contrary to Scripture and the Whole Tenure of the Gospel, which promises the benefit and efficacy of the Sacraments, to all those that perform the Conditions of the Covenant which Are required on their parts, av d vbz j-jn p-acp n1 cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp d d cst vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 327 Image 96
1516 and declares forgiveness of Sins to those who confess them to God, and truly repent of them. and declares forgiveness of Sins to those who confess them to God, and truly Repent of them. cc vvz n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d r-crq vvb pno32 p-acp np1, cc av-j vvi pp-f pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 327 Image 96
1517 And there is not the least intimation given in the Bible, that the Virtue and Efficacy of the Sacraments does depend upon the Intention of him that administers them; And there is not the least intimation given in the bible, that the Virtue and Efficacy of the Sacraments does depend upon the Intention of him that administers them; cc pc-acp vbz xx dt ds n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1518 or that the Forgiveness of sins is suspended upon the Intention or Absolution of the Priest; or that the Forgiveness of Sins is suspended upon the Intention or Absolution of the Priest; cc cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1519 but only upon the sincere Resolution of the Penitent. but only upon the sincere Resolution of the Penitent. cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1520 And surely nothing can be more absurd, and contrary to Reason, than that when Men have performed all the Conditions which the Gospel requires; And surely nothing can be more absurd, and contrary to Reason, than that when Men have performed all the Conditions which the Gospel requires; cc av-j pix vmb vbi av-dc j, cc j-jn p-acp n1, cs cst c-crq n2 vhb vvn d dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz; (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1521 yet they should notwithstanding this be deprived of all the Blessings and Benefits which God hath promised, yet they should notwithstanding this be deprived of all the Blessings and Benefits which God hath promised, av pns32 vmd p-acp d vbb vvn pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1522 and intends to confer upon them; because the Priest hath not the same Intention. and intends to confer upon them; Because the Priest hath not the same Intention. cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; c-acp dt n1 vhz xx dt d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1523 So that when a Man hath done all he can to work out his own Salvation, he shall be never the nearer; So that when a Man hath done all he can to work out his own Salvation, he shall be never the nearer; av cst c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn d pns31 vmb p-acp vvb av po31 d n1, pns31 vmb vbi av-x dt av-jc; (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1524 only for want of That which is wholly out of his Power; the right Intention of the Priest. only for want of That which is wholly out of his Power; the right Intention of the Priest. av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz av-jn av pp-f po31 n1; dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 96
1525 Besides, that after all their Boasts of the safe Condition of Men in Their Church, and the most certain and infallible means of Salvation to be had in it; Beside, that After all their Boasts of the safe Condition of Men in Their Church, and the most certain and infallible means of Salvation to be had in it; a-acp, cst p-acp d po32 n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 96
1526 this one Principle (that the Intention of the Priest is necessary to the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments) puts the Salvation of Men upon the greatest Hazard and Uncertainty; this one Principle (that the Intention of the Priest is necessary to the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments) puts the Salvation of Men upon the greatest Hazard and Uncertainty; d crd n1 (d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2) vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 96
1527 and such as it is impossible for any Man either to discover or prevent, unless he had some certain way to know the Heart and Intention of the Priest. and such as it is impossible for any Man either to discover or prevent, unless he had Some certain Way to know the Heart and Intention of the Priest. cc d c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cs pns31 vhd d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 96
1528 For upon these terms, who can know whether any Man be a Priest, and really ordained; For upon these terms, who can know whither any Man be a Priest, and really ordained; p-acp p-acp d n2, r-crq vmb vvi cs d n1 vbb dt n1, cc av-j vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 96
1529 or not? Nay, whether he be a Christian, and have been truly baptized; or not? Nay, whither he be a Christian, and have been truly baptised; cc xx? uh-x, cs pns31 vbb dt njp, cc vhb vbn av-j vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 96
1530 or not? and consequently whether any of his Admistrations be valid, and we have any Benefit and Advantage by them? Because all this depends upon the knowledge of that, which we neither do nor can know. or not? and consequently whither any of his Admistrations be valid, and we have any Benefit and Advantage by them? Because all this depends upon the knowledge of that, which we neither doe nor can know. cc xx? cc av-j cs d pp-f po31 n2 vbb j, cc pns12 vhb d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32? p-acp d d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq pns12 d n1 ccx vmb vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 96
1531 So that when a Man hath conscientiously done all that God requires of any Man, to make him capable of Salvation; So that when a Man hath conscientiously done all that God requires of any Man, to make him capable of Salvation; av cst c-crq dt n1 vhz av-j vdi d cst np1 vvz pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 j pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 96
1532 yet without any Fault of his, the want of Intention in an idle-minded Man may frustrate all: yet without any Fault of his, the want of Intention in an idle-minded Man may frustrate all: av p-acp d n1 pp-f png31, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi d: (11) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 96
1533 And though the Man have been baptized, and do truly believe the Gospel, and hath sincerely repented of his sins, And though the Man have been baptised, and do truly believe the Gospel, and hath sincerely repented of his Sins, cc cs dt n1 vhb vbn vvn, cc vdb av-j vvi dt n1, cc vhz av-j vvn pp-f po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 96
1534 and lived a most Holy Life; yet all this may signifie nothing, and after all he may be no Christian; because his Baptism was invalid: and lived a most Holy Life; yet all this may signify nothing, and After all he may be no Christian; Because his Baptism was invalid: cc vvd dt av-ds j n1; av d d vmb vvi pix, cc p-acp d pns31 vmb vbi dx njp; c-acp po31 n1 vbds j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 96
1535 And all the Promises of God to the means of Salvation which his Goodness and Wisdom hath prescribed, may be of no Efficacy; And all the Promises of God to the means of Salvation which his goodness and Wisdom hath prescribed, may be of no Efficacy; cc d dt vvz pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vhz vvn, vmb vbi pp-f dx n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 96
1536 if the Priest do not intend in the Administration of the Sacraments to do that which God and the Church intend. Now if this be true; if the Priest do not intend in the Administration of the Sacraments to do that which God and the Church intend. Now if this be true; cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vdi d r-crq np1 cc dt n1 vvb. av cs d vbb j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 96
1537 there is certainly no Church in the World, in which the Salvation of Men runs so many hazards; there is Certainly no Church in the World, in which the Salvation of Men runs so many hazards; pc-acp vbz av-j dx n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz av d n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 96
1538 and yet all this hazard and uncertainty has its rise, from a Scholastical Point, which is directly contrary to all the Notions of Mankind concerning the Goodness of God, and yet all this hazard and uncertainty has its rise, from a Scholastical Point, which is directly contrary to all the Notions of Mankind Concerning the goodness of God, cc av d d n1 cc n1 vhz po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-j j-jn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 96
1539 and to the clear Reason of the thing, and to the constant Tenor of the Gospel; and to the clear Reason of the thing, and to the constant Tenor of the Gospel; cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 96
1540 and which was never asserted by any of the ancient Fathers; and which was never asserted by any of the ancient Father's; cc r-crq vbds av-x vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 96
1541 much less defined by any Council before that of Trent: So that it is a Doctrine new and needless, much less defined by any Council before that of Trent: So that it is a Doctrine new and needless, av-d av-dc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp d pp-f np1: av cst pn31 vbz dt n1 j cc j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 96
1542 and in the necessary consequences of it unreasonable and absurd to the utmost degree. and in the necessary consequences of it unreasonable and absurd to the utmost degree. cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31 j cc j p-acp dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 96
1543 The last Instance I shall mention, is their Rule of Faith. The Rule of Faith universally received and acknowledged by the Christian Church in all Ages, The last Instance I shall mention, is their Rule of Faith. The Rule of Faith universally received and acknowledged by the Christian Church in all Ages, dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi, vbz po32 n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1544 before the Council of Trent, was the Word of God, contained in the Canonical Books of Holy Scripture; before the Council of Trent, was the Word of God, contained in the Canonical Books of Holy Scripture; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1545 which were therefore by the Church called Canonical, because they were the Rule of Faith and Manners, of the Doctrines to be believed, which were Therefore by the Church called Canonical, Because they were the Rule of Faith and Manners, of the Doctrines to be believed, r-crq vbdr av p-acp dt n1 vvd j, c-acp pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1546 and the Duties to be practised by all Christians. But when the Errours and Corruptions of the Romish Church were grown to the highth, and the Duties to be practised by all Christians. But when the Errors and Corruptions of the Romish Church were grown to the highth, cc dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d np1. p-acp c-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt np1 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1547 and the Pope and his Council at Trent were resolved not to Retrench and Reform them, they saw it necessary to enlarge and lengthen out their Rule; and the Pope and his Council At Trent were resolved not to Retrench and Reform them, they saw it necessary to enlarge and lengthen out their Rule; cc dt n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp np1 vbdr vvn xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, pns32 vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1548 because the ancient Rule of the Holy Scriptures would by no means reach several of the Doctrines and Practices of that Church, which they were resolved to maintain and make good by one means or other: Because the ancient Rule of the Holy Scriptures would by no means reach several of the Doctrines and Practices of that Church, which they were resolved to maintain and make good by one means or other: c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 vmd p-acp dx n2 vvb j pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi j p-acp crd n2 cc j-jn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1549 As namely, the Doctrine of Transubstantiation; of Purgatory; and of the Seven Sacracraments: and the practice of the Worship of Saints, and Images; As namely, the Doctrine of Transubstantiation; of Purgatory; and of the Seven Sacraments: and the practice of the Worship of Saints, and Images; c-acp av, dt n1 pp-f n1; pp-f n1; cc pp-f dt crd n2: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1550 of the Scriptures, and the Service of God in an unknown Tongue; of Indulgences; and the Communion in one kind: of the Scriptures, and the Service of God in an unknown Tongue; of Indulgences; and the Communion in one kind: pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; pp-f n2; cc dt n1 p-acp crd n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1551 and several other superstitious Practices in use among them. and several other superstitious Practices in use among them. cc j j-jn j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 96
1552 Now to enlarge their Rule to the best advantage for the Justification of these Doctrines and Practices, they took these two ways. Now to enlarge their Rule to the best advantage for the Justification of these Doctrines and Practices, they took these two ways. av pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, pns32 vvd d crd n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 333 Image 96
1553 1. They have added to the Canonical Books of the Old Testament which were received by the Jewish Church (to whom were committed the Oracles of God ) I say to these they have added several Apocryphal Books, not warranted by Divine Inspiration, 1. They have added to the Canonical Books of the Old Testament which were received by the Jewish Church (to whom were committed the Oracles of God) I say to these they have added several Apocryphal Books, not warranted by Divine Inspiration, crd pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt jp n1 (p-acp r-crq vbdr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1) pns11 vvb p-acp d pns32 vhb vvn j j n2, xx vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 96
1554 because they were written after Prophecy and Divine Inspiration was ceased in the Jewish Church; Malachi being the last of their Prophets, according to the general Tradition of that Church. Because they were written After Prophecy and Divine Inspiration was ceased in the Jewish Church; Malachi being the last of their prophets, according to the general Tradition of that Church. c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt jp n1; np1 vbg dt ord pp-f po32 n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 96
1555 But because the addition of these Books did not make a Rule of Faith and Practice large enough for their purpose; But Because the addition of these Books did not make a Rule of Faith and Practice large enough for their purpose; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-j av-d p-acp po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 96
1556 in imitation of the Jews, in the time of the greatest Confusion and Degeneracy of that Church, they added in the in imitation of the jews, in the time of the greatest Confusion and Degeneracy of that Church, they added in the p-acp n1 pp-f dt np2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt (11) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 96
1557 Second Place to their Books of Scripture, which they call the written Word, an unwritten Word which they call Oral Tradition from Christ and his Apostles; Second Place to their Books of Scripture, which they call the written Word, an unwritten Word which they call Oral Tradition from christ and his Apostles; vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vvb dt j-vvn n1, dt vvd n1 r-crq pns32 vvb j n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1558 which they declare to be of equal Authority with the Holy Scriptures themselves; and that it ought to be received with the same Pious Veneration and Affection: which they declare to be of equal authority with the Holy Scriptures themselves; and that it ought to be received with the same Pious Veneration and Affection: r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n2 px32; cc cst pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d j n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1559 Of which Traditions, They being the Keepers and Judges, they may extend them to what they please, Of which Traditions, They being the Keepers and Judges, they may extend them to what they please, pp-f r-crq n2, pns32 vbg dt n2 cc n2, pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1560 and having them in their own Breasts, they may declare whatever they have a mind to, to have been a constant and universal Tradition of their Church; and having them in their own Breasts, they may declare whatever they have a mind to, to have been a constant and universal Tradition of their Church; cc vhg pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, pns32 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp, pc-acp vhi vbn dt j cc j n1 pp-f po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1561 tho it is evident to common Sense, that nothing can be more uncertain, and more liable to Alteration and Mistake, though it is evident to Common Sense, that nothing can be more uncertain, and more liable to Alteration and Mistake, cs pn31 vbz j p-acp j n1, cst pix vmb vbi av-dc j, cc av-dc j p-acp n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1562 than Tradition, at the distance of so many Ages, brought down by word of mouth, without writing, than Tradition, At the distance of so many Ages, brought down by word of Mouth, without writing, cs n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n2, vvd a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1563 and passing through so many hands. and passing through so many hands. cc vvg p-acp av d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1564 He that can think these to be of equal Certainty and Authority with what is delivered by Writing, He that can think these to be of equal Certainty and authority with what is Delivered by Writing, pns31 cst vmb vvi d pc-acp vbi pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1565 and brought down by Books, undertakes the defence of a strange Paradox. viz. That general Rumour and Report of Things said and done 1500 Years ago, is of equal Authority and Credit with a Record, and a written History. and brought down by Books, undertakes the defence of a strange Paradox. viz. That general Rumour and Report of Things said and done 1500 years ago, is of equal authority and Credit with a Record, and a written History. cc vvd a-acp p-acp n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. n1 cst j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvn cc vdn crd n2 av, vbz pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j-vvn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 96
1566 By which proceeding of the Council of Trent concerning the Rule of Faith and Practice; By which proceeding of the Council of Trent Concerning the Rule of Faith and Practice; p-acp r-crq vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1567 it is very evident, that they had no mind to bring their Faith to the Ancient Rule, the Holy Scriptures. it is very evident, that they had no mind to bring their Faith to the Ancient Rule, the Holy Scriptures. pn31 vbz av j, cst pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1568 That they knew could not be done; and therefore they were resolved to fit their Rule to their Faith. That they knew could not be done; and Therefore they were resolved to fit their Rule to their Faith. cst pns32 vvd vmd xx vbi vdn; cc av pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1569 And this Foundation being laid in their first Decree, all the rest would afterwards go on very smoothly. And this Foundation being laid in their First decree, all the rest would afterwards go on very smoothly. cc d n1 vbg vvn p-acp po32 ord n1, d dt n1 vmd av vvi p-acp av av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1570 For do but give Men the making of their Rule, and they can make good any thing by it. For do but give Men the making of their Rule, and they can make good any thing by it. p-acp vdb cc-acp vvi n2 dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi j d n1 p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1571 And accordingly the Council of Trent having thus fixt and fitted a Rule to their own purpose; And accordingly the Council of Trent having thus fixed and fitted a Rule to their own purpose; cc av-vvg av n1 pp-f np1 vhg av vvn cc vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1572 in the Conclusion of that Decree, they give the World fair warning, upon what Grounds, in the Conclusion of that decree, they give the World fair warning, upon what Grounds, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 j n-vvg, p-acp r-crq n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1573 and in what Ways they intend to proceed in their following Decrees of Practice, and Definitions of Faith. and in what Ways they intend to proceed in their following Decrees of Practice, and Definitions of Faith. cc p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1574 Omnes itaque intelligant, quo ordine & via ipsa Synodus post jactum fidei confessionis fundamentum sit progressura, &c. Be it known therefore to all men, in what Order and Way the Synod, Omnes itaque Intelligent, quo Order & via ipsa Synod post jactum fidei confessionis fundamentum sit progressura, etc. Be it known Therefore to all men, in what Order and Way the Synod, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la n1 cc fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-es, av vbb pn31 vvn av p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1575 after having laid this Foundation of the Confession of Faith, will proceed; After having laid this Foundation of the Confessi of Faith, will proceed; c-acp vhg vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1576 and what Testimonies and Proofs she chiefly intends to make use of, for the Confirmation of Doctrines, and what Testimonies and Proofs she chiefly intends to make use of, for the Confirmation of Doctrines, cc q-crq n2 cc n2 pns31 av-jn vvz p-acp vvi n1 pp-f, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1577 and Reformation of Manners in the Church. and Reformation of Manners in the Church. cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1578 And no doubt all Men do see very plainly, to what purpose this Foundation is laid of so large a Rule of Faith. And no doubt all Men do see very plainly, to what purpose this Foundation is laid of so large a Rule of Faith. cc dx n1 d n2 vdb vvi av av-j, p-acp r-crq n1 d n1 vbz vvn pp-f av j dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1579 And this being admitted, how easie is it for them to confirm and prove whatever Doctrines and Practices they have a mind to establish? And this being admitted, how easy is it for them to confirm and prove whatever Doctrines and Practices they have a mind to establish? cc d vbg vvn, c-crq j vbz pn31 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq n2 cc n2 pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi? (11) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 96
1580 But if this be a new, and another Foundation, than That which the Great Author and Founder of our Religion, hath laid and built his Church upon, ( viz. ) the Foundation of the Prophets and Apostles; But if this be a new, and Another Foundation, than That which the Great Author and Founder of our Religion, hath laid and built his Church upon, (viz.) the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles; cc-acp cs d vbb dt j, cc j-jn n1, cs cst r-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, vhz vvn cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp, (n1) dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1581 it is no matter what they build upon it. it is no matter what they built upon it. pn31 vbz dx n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1582 And if they go about to prove any thing by the new parts of this Rule; And if they go about to prove any thing by the new parts of this Rule; cc cs pns32 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1583 by the Apocryphal Books which they have added to the ancient Canon of the Scriptures, brought down to us by the general Tradition of the Christian Church; by the Apocryphal Books which they have added to the ancient Canon of the Scriptures, brought down to us by the general Tradition of the Christian Church; p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, vvd a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1584 and by their pretended unwritten Traditions: and by their pretended unwritten Traditions: cc p-acp po32 j-vvn j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1585 we do with Reason reject this kind of Proof, and desire them first to prove their Rule, before they pretend to prove any thing by it: we do with Reason reject this kind of Proof, and desire them First to prove their Rule, before they pretend to prove any thing by it: pns12 vdb p-acp n1 vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno32 ord pc-acp vvi po32 vvi, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1586 For we protest against this Rule, as never declared and owned by the Christian Church, nor proceeded upon by the ancient Fathers of the Church, nor by any Council whatsoever, before the Council of Trent. For we protest against this Rule, as never declared and owned by the Christian Church, nor proceeded upon by the ancient Father's of the Church, nor by any Council whatsoever, before the Council of Trent. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, c-acp av-x vvn cc vvd p-acp dt njp n1, ccx vvd p-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, ccx p-acp d n1 r-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 96
1587 In vain then doth the Church of Rome vaunt it self of the Antiquity of their Faith and Religion; In vain then does the Church of Room vaunt it self of the Antiquity of their Faith and Religion; p-acp j av vdz dt n1 pp-f vvb vvi pn31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 96
1588 when the very Foundation and Rule of it is but of Yesterday; a new thing, never before known or heard of in the Christian World: when the very Foundation and Rule of it is but of Yesterday; a new thing, never before known or herd of in the Christian World: c-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp a-acp av-an; dt j n1, av-x c-acp vvn cc vvn pp-f p-acp dt njp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 96
1589 Whereas the Foundation and Rule of Our Religion is the Word of God, contained in the Holy Scriptures; Whereas the Foundation and Rule of Our Religion is the Word of God, contained in the Holy Scriptures; cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 96
1590 to which Christians in all Ages have appealed, as the only Rule of Faith and Life. I proceed now to the to which Christians in all Ages have appealed, as the only Rule of Faith and Life. I proceed now to the p-acp r-crq np1 p-acp d n2 vhb vvn, c-acp dt av-j vvi pp-f n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt (11) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 96
1591 3. Thing I proposed, viz. that we are to hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering, against all the Temptations and Terrours of the World. 3. Thing I proposed, viz. that we Are to hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering, against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World. crd n1 pns11 vvd, n1 cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 340 Image 96
1592 And this seems more especially and principally to be here intended by the Apostle in this Exhortation. And this seems more especially and principally to be Here intended by the Apostle in this Exhortation. cc d vvz av-dc av-j cc av-jn pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 340 Image 96
1593 I shall first speak of the Temptations of the World. I shall First speak of the Temptations of the World. pns11 vmb ord vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 341 Image 96
1594 And they are chiefly these Two; the Temptation of Fashion and Example: And of worldly Interest and Advantage. And they Are chiefly these Two; the Temptation of Fashion and Exampl: And of worldly Interest and Advantage. cc pns32 vbr av-jn d crd; dt n1 pp-f vvb cc n1: cc pp-f j n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 341 Image 96
1595 1. Of Fashion and Example. This in Truth and Reality is no strong Argument; and yet in Experience and Effect it is often found to be very powerful. 1. Of Fashion and Exampl. This in Truth and Reality is no strong Argument; and yet in Experience and Effect it is often found to be very powerful. crd pp-f vvb cc n1. d p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz dx j n1; cc av p-acp n1 cc vvb pn31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi av j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1596 It is frequently seen, that this hath many times too great an Influence upon weak and foolish Minds. It is frequently seen, that this hath many times too great an Influence upon weak and foolish Minds. pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst d vhz d n2 av j dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1597 Men are apt to be carried down with the Stream, and to follow a Multitude in that which is evil. But more especially Men are prone to be swayed by great Examples; Men Are apt to be carried down with the Stream, and to follow a Multitude in that which is evil. But more especially Men Are prove to be swayed by great Examples; n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp cst r-crq vbz j-jn. p-acp av-dc av-j n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1598 and to bend themselves to such an Obsequiousness to their Superiours and Betters, that in compliance with them, they are ready not only to change their Affection to Persons and Things, as They do; but even their Judgment also; and to bend themselves to such an Obsequiousness to their Superiors and Betters, that in compliance with them, they Are ready not only to change their Affection to Persons and Things, as They do; but even their Judgement also; cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp po32 n2-jn cc n2-j, cst p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr j xx av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp pns32 vdb; cc-acp av po32 n1 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1599 and that in the greatest and weightest Matters, even in Matters of Religion, and the great concernments of another World. and that in the greatest and weightest Matters, even in Matters of Religion, and the great concernments of Another World. cc cst p-acp dt js cc js n2, av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1600 But this surely is an Argument of a poor and mean Spirit, and of a weak Understanding, which leans upon the Judgment of another, But this surely is an Argument of a poor and mean Spirit, and of a weak Understanding, which leans upon the Judgement of Another, p-acp d av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, cc pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1601 and is in truth the lowest degree of Servility, that a reasonable Creature can stoop to; and is in truth the lowest degree of Servility, that a reasonable Creature can stoop to; cc vbz p-acp n1 dt js n1 pp-f n1, cst dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp; (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1602 and even beneath That of a Slave, who in the midst of his Chains and Fetters doth still retain the Freedom of his Mind and Judgment. and even beneath That of a Slave, who in the midst of his Chains and Fetters does still retain the Freedom of his Mind and Judgement. cc av p-acp d pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 vdz av vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 96
1603 But I need not to urge this upon considerate Persons, who know better how to value their Duty and Obligation to God, But I need not to urge this upon considerate Persons, who know better how to valve their Duty and Obligation to God, cc-acp pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi d p-acp j n2, r-crq vvb jc c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1604 than to be tempted to do any thing contrary thereto, meerly in compliance with Fashion and Example. There are some Things in Religion so very plain, that a wise and good Man would stand alone in the Belief and Practice of them, than to be tempted to do any thing contrary thereto, merely in compliance with Fashion and Exampl. There Are Some Things in Religion so very plain, that a wise and good Man would stand alone in the Belief and Practice of them, cs pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vdi d n1 j-jn av, av-j p-acp n1 p-acp vvb cc n1. pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp n1 av av j, cst dt j cc j n1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1605 and not be moved in the least by the contrary Example of the whole World. and not be moved in the least by the contrary Exampl of the Whole World. cc xx vbi vvn p-acp dt ds p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1606 It was a brave Resolution of Joshua; though all Men should forsake the God of Israel, and run aside to other Gods, It was a brave Resolution of joshua; though all Men should forsake the God of Israel, and run aside to other God's, pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1; cs d n2 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb av p-acp j-jn n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1607 yet he would not do it, Joshua 24. 15. If it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord; yet he would not do it, joshua 24. 15. If it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord; av pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31, np1 crd crd cs pn31 vvb av-jn p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1608 chuse you this day whom you will serve: But as for me and my House, we will serve the Lord. choose you this day whom you will serve: But as for me and my House, we will serve the Lord. vvb pn22 d n1 ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi: cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno11 cc po11 n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1609 It was well resolv'd of Peter, if he had not been too confident of his own Strength, It was well resolved of Peter, if he had not been too confident of his own Strength, pn31 vbds av vvd pp-f np1, cs pns31 vhd xx vbn av j pp-f po31 d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1610 when he said to our Saviour, Though all Men forsake thee, yet will not I. when he said to our Saviour, Though all Men forsake thee, yet will not I. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n1, cs d n2 vvb pno21, av vmb xx pns11. (11) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 96
1611 2. Another sort of Temptation, and which is commonly more Powerful than Example, is worldly Interest and Advantage. This is a mighty Bait to a great Part of Mankind, 2. another sort of Temptation, and which is commonly more Powerful than Exampl, is worldly Interest and Advantage. This is a mighty Bait to a great Part of Mankind, crd j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq vbz av-j av-dc j cs n1, vbz j n1 cc n1. d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1612 and apt to work very strongly upon the Necessities of some, and upon the Covetousness and Ambition of others. and apt to work very strongly upon the Necessities of Some, and upon the Covetousness and Ambition of Others. cc j pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1613 Some Men are tempted by Necessity, which many times makes them do ugly and reproachful Things, some Men Are tempted by Necessity, which many times makes them do ugly and reproachful Things, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, r-crq d n2 vvz pno32 vdi j cc j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1614 and like Esau, for a Morsel of Meat to sell their Birth-right, and Blessing. and like Esau, for a Morsel of Meat to fell their Birthright, and Blessing. cc av-j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1615 Covetousness tempts others to be of that Religion which gives them the prospect of the greatest Earthly Advantage, either for the increasing or securing of their Estates. Covetousness tempts Others to be of that Religion which gives them the prospect of the greatest Earthly Advantage, either for the increasing or securing of their Estates. n1 vvz n2-jn pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt js j n1, av-d p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1616 When they find that they cannot serve God and Mammon; they will forsake the one, and cleave to the other. When they find that they cannot serve God and Mammon; they will forsake the one, and cleave to the other. c-crq pns32 vvb d pns32 vmbx vvi np1 cc np1; pns32 vmb vvi dt pi, cc vvb p-acp dt n-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1617 This was one of the great Temptations to many in the Primitive Times, and a frequent Cause of Apostacy from the Faith; This was one of the great Temptations to many in the Primitive Times, and a frequent Cause of Apostasy from the Faith; d vbds pi pp-f dt j n2 p-acp d p-acp dt j n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1618 an eager Desire of Riches, and too great a Value for them; an eager Desire of Riches, and too great a Valve for them; dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc av j dt vvi p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1619 as St. Paul observes, 1 Tim. 6. 9, 10. But they that will be Rich, fall into Temptation and a Snare, as Saint Paul observes, 1 Tim. 6. 9, 10. But they that will be Rich, fallen into Temptation and a Snare, c-acp n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pns32 cst vmb vbi j, vvb p-acp n1 cc dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1620 and into many foolish and hurtful Lusts, which drown Men in Destruction and Perdition. For the Love of Money is the Root of all Evil; and into many foolish and hurtful Lustiest, which drown Men in Destruction and Perdition. For the Love of Money is the Root of all Evil; cc p-acp d j cc j n2, r-crq vvb n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n-jn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1621 which while some have coveted after, they have erred, or been seduced from the Faith, and pierced themselves through with many Sorrows. which while Some have coveted After, they have erred, or been seduced from the Faith, and pierced themselves through with many Sorrows. r-crq cs d vhb vvn a-acp, pns32 vhb vvn, cc vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd px32 p-acp p-acp d n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1622 This was the Temptation which drew off Demas from his Religion; This was the Temptation which drew off Demas from his Religion; d vbds dt n1 r-crq vvd a-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1623 as St. Paul tells us, 2 Tim. 4. 10. Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present World. as Saint Paul tells us, 2 Tim. 4. 10. Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present World. c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd crd np1 vhz vvn pno11, vhg vvn d j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 96
1624 Ambition, is likewise a great Temptation to proud and aspiring Minds, and makes many Men false to their Religion, Ambition, is likewise a great Temptation to proud and aspiring Minds, and makes many Men false to their Religion, n1, vbz av dt j n1 p-acp j cc j-vvg n2, cc vvz d n2 j p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1625 when they find it a hinderance to their Preferment; when they find it a hindrance to their Preferment; c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1626 and they are easily perswaded, that That is the best Religion, which is attended with the greatest worldly Advantages, and they Are Easily persuaded, that That is the best Religion, which is attended with the greatest worldly Advantages, cc pns32 vbr av-j vvn, d cst vbz dt js n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt js j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1627 and will raise them to the highest Dignity. and will raise them to the highest Dignity. cc vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt js n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1628 The Devil understood very well the Force of this Temptation, when he set upon our Saviour; The devil understood very well the Force of this Temptation, when he Set upon our Saviour; dt n1 vvd av av dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1629 and therefore reserv'd it for the last Assault. He shewed him all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; and Therefore reserved it for the last Assault. He showed him all the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the Glory of them; cc av vvd pn31 p-acp dt ord n1. pns31 vvd pno31 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1630 and said to him, All this will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me. and said to him, All this will I give thee, if thou wilt fallen down and worship me. cc vvd p-acp pno31, d d vmb pns11 vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp cc vvb pno11. (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1631 And when he saw this would not prevail, he gave him over in despair, and left him. And when he saw this would not prevail, he gave him over in despair, and left him. cc c-crq pns31 vvd d vmd xx vvi, pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvd pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1632 But though this be a very dazling Temptation; But though this be a very dazzling Temptation; p-acp cs d vbb dt j vvg n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1633 yet there are Considerations of that Weight to be set over-against it, from the Nature of Religion, yet there Are Considerations of that Weight to be Set over-against it, from the Nature of Religion, av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn j pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1634 and the infinite Concernment of it to our immortal Souls, as is sufficient to quench this fiery Dart of the Devil, and to put all the Temptations of this World out of Countenance, and the infinite Concernment of it to our immortal Souls, as is sufficient to quench this fiery Dart of the devil, and to put all the Temptations of this World out of Countenance, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 j n2, c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f d n1 av pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1635 and to render all the Riches and Glory of it, in comparison of the Eternal Happiness and Misery of the other World but as the very small Dust upon the Balance. and to render all the Riches and Glory of it, in comparison of the Eternal Happiness and Misery of the other World but as the very small Dust upon the Balance. cc pc-acp vvi d dt n2 cc n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1636 What Temptation of this World can stand against that Argument of our Saviour, if it be seriously weighed and considered; What is a Man profited; What Temptation of this World can stand against that Argument of our Saviour, if it be seriously weighed and considered; What is a Man profited; q-crq n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn cc vvn; r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1637 if he gain the whole World, and lose his own Soul? or what shall a Man give in exchange for his Soul? If we would consider Things impartially, if he gain the Whole World, and loose his own Soul? or what shall a Man give in exchange for his Soul? If we would Consider Things impartially, cs pns31 vvb dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1? cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? cs pns12 vmd vvi n2 av-j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1638 and weigh them in a just and equal Balance; and weigh them in a just and equal Balance; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1639 the Things which concern our Bodies, and this present Life, are of no Consideration, in comparison of the great and vast Concernments of our immortal Souls, the Things which concern our Bodies, and this present Life, Are of no Consideration, in comparison of the great and vast Concernments of our immortal Souls, dt n2 r-crq vvb po12 n2, cc d j n1, vbr pp-f dx n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j cc j n2 pp-f po12 j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1640 and the happy or miserable Condition of our Bodies and Souls to all Eternity. And Religion is a Matter of this vast Concernment; and the happy or miserable Condition of our Bodies and Souls to all Eternity. And Religion is a Matter of this vast Concernment; cc dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1. cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 96
1641 and therefore not to be bargained away and parted with by us for the greatest Things this World can offer. and Therefore not to be bargained away and parted with by us for the greatest Things this World can offer. cc av xx pc-acp vbi vvn av cc vvn p-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt js n2 d n1 vmb vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1642 There is no greater Sign of a sordid Spirit, than to put a high Value upon Things of little Worth; There is no greater Signen of a sordid Spirit, than to put a high Valve upon Things of little Worth; pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt j vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1643 and no greater Mark of Folly, than to make an unequal Bargain, to part with Things of greatest Price for a slender and trifling Consideration: and no greater Mark of Folly, than to make an unequal Bargain, to part with Things of greatest Price for a slender and trifling Consideration: cc dx jc n1 pp-f n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f js n1 p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1644 As if a Man of great Fortune and Estate, should sell the Inheritance of it for a Picture; As if a Man of great Fortune and Estate, should fell the Inheritance of it for a Picture; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1645 which when he hath it, will not perhaps yield so much as will maintain him for one Year. which when he hath it, will not perhaps yield so much as will maintain him for one Year. r-crq c-crq pns31 vhz pn31, vmb xx av vvi av av-d c-acp vmb vvi pno31 p-acp crd n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1646 The Folly is so much the greater, in Things of infinitely greater Value; The Folly is so much the greater, in Things of infinitely greater Valve; dt n1 vbz av av-d dt jc, p-acp n2 pp-f av-j jc vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1647 as for a Man to quit God and Religion, to sell the Truth and his Soul, as for a Man to quit God and Religion, to fell the Truth and his Soul, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1648 and to part with his Everlasting Inheritance, for a convenient Service, for a good Customer, and to part with his Everlasting Inheritance, for a convenient Service, for a good Customer, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1649 and some present Advantage in his Trade and Profession, or indeed for any Condition which the foolish Language of this World cal's a high Place, or a great Preferment. The Things which these Men part with upon these cheap Terms, God, and Some present Advantage in his Trade and Profession, or indeed for any Condition which the foolish Language of this World cal's a high Place, or a great Preferment. The Things which these Men part with upon these cheap Terms, God, cc d j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc av p-acp d n1 r-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvz dt j n1, cc dt j n1. dt n2 r-crq d n2 vvb p-acp p-acp d j n2, np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1650 and his Truth, and Religion, are to those who understand themselves, and the just Value of their Immortal Souls, Things of inestimable Worth, and his Truth, and Religion, Are to those who understand themselves, and the just Valve of their Immortal Souls, Things of inestimable Worth, cc po31 n1, cc n1, vbr pc-acp d r-crq vvb px32, cc dt j vvi pp-f po32 j n2, n2 pp-f j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1651 and not to be parted with by a considerate Man, for any Price that this World can bid. and not to be parted with by a considerate Man, for any Price that this World can bid. cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n1 cst d n1 vmb vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1652 And those who are to be bought out of their Religion, upon such low Terms, And those who Are to be bought out of their Religion, upon such low Terms, cc d r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po32 n1, p-acp d j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1653 and so easily parted from it, 'tis much to be feared that they have little or no Religion to hold fast. and so Easily parted from it, it's much to be feared that they have little or no Religion to hold fast. cc av av-j vvn p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz d pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns32 vhb j cc dx n1 p-acp vvb av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 96
1654 2. As we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against the Temptations and Allurements of this World; 2. As we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against the Temptations and Allurements of this World; crd c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 96
1655 so likewise against the Terrors of it. Fear is a Passion of great force; and, if Men be not very resolute and constant, will be apt to stagger them, so likewise against the Terrors of it. fear is a Passion of great force; and, if Men be not very resolute and constant, will be apt to stagger them, av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; cc, cs n2 vbb xx av j cc j, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 96
1656 and to move them from their stedfastness. and to move them from their steadfastness. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 96
1657 And therefore when the Case of Suffering and Persecution for the Truth happens, we had need to hold fast the Profession of our Faith. And Therefore when the Case of Suffering and Persecution for the Truth happens, we had need to hold fast the Profession of our Faith. cc av c-crq dt n1 pp-f vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 96
1658 Our Saviour in the Parable of the Sower tells us, that there were many that heard the Word, and with joy received it: Our Saviour in the Parable of the Sour tells us, that there were many that herd the Word, and with joy received it: po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno12, cst a-acp vbdr d cst vvd dt n1, cc p-acp n1 vvd pn31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 96
1659 but when Persecution and Tribulation arose because of the Word, presently they were offended. And though, blessed be God, this be not now our Case; but when Persecution and Tribulation arose Because of the Word, presently they were offended. And though, blessed be God, this be not now our Case; cc-acp q-crq n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp pp-f dt n1, av-j pns32 vbdr vvn. cc cs, j-vvn vbb np1, d vbb xx av po12 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 96
1660 yet there was a Time when it was the general Case of Christians, in the first beginning of Christianity, yet there was a Time when it was the general Case of Christians, in the First beginning of Christianity, av a-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1661 and for several Ages after, though with some Intermission and Intervals of Ease. and for several Ages After, though with Some Intermission and Intervals of Ease. cc p-acp j n2 a-acp, cs p-acp d n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1662 It was then a general Rule, and the common Expectation of Christians, That through many Tribulations they must enter into the Kingdom of God; It was then a general Rule, and the Common Expectation of Christians, That through many Tribulations they must enter into the Kingdom of God; pn31 vbds av dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1663 and that if any Man will live Godly in Christ Jesus, he must suffer Persecution. and that if any Man will live Godly in christ jesus, he must suffer Persecution. cc d cs d n1 vmb vvi j p-acp np1 np1, pns31 vmb vvi n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1664 And in several Ages since those Primitive Times, the sincere Professors of Religion have, in divers places, been exposed to most grievous Sufferings and Persecutions for the Truth. And in several Ages since those Primitive Times, the sincere Professors of Religion have, in diverse places, been exposed to most grievous Sufferings and Persecutions for the Truth. cc p-acp j n2 c-acp d j n2, dt j n2 pp-f n1 vhb, p-acp j n2, vbn vvn p-acp ds j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1665 And even at this day, in several Places, the faithful Servants of God are exercised with the sharpest and sorest Tryals that perhaps were ever heard of in any Age; And even At this day, in several Places, the faithful Servants of God Are exercised with the Sharpest and Sorest Trials that perhaps were ever herd of in any Age; cc av p-acp d n1, p-acp j n2, dt j n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt js cc js n2 cst av vbdr av vvn pp-f p-acp d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1666 and for the sake of God, and the constant Profession of his true Religion, are tormented and killed all the day long, and for the sake of God, and the constant Profession of his true Religion, Are tormented and killed all the day long, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vbr vvn cc vvd d dt n1 av-j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1667 and are accounted as Sheep for the slaughter. It is Their hard Lot to be called to these cruel and bitter Sufferings; and Are accounted as Sheep for the slaughter. It is Their hard Lot to be called to these cruel and bitter Sufferings; cc vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. pn31 vbz po32 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1668 and Our happy Opportunity to be call'd upon for their Relief; and Our happy Opportunity to be called upon for their Relief; cc po12 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1669 Those of them, I mean, that have escaped that terrible Storm and Tempest, and have taken Refuge and Sanctuary here among us, Those of them, I mean, that have escaped that terrible Storm and Tempest, and have taken Refuge and Sanctuary Here among us, d pp-f pno32, pns11 vvb, cst vhb vvn d j n1 cc n1, cc vhb vvn n1 cc n1 av p-acp pno12, (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1670 and out of His Majesty's great Humanity and Goodness are by his Publick Letters recommended to the Charity of the whole Nation, by the Name of Distressed Protestants. and out of His Majesty's great Humanity and goodness Are by his Public Letters recommended to the Charity of the Whole nation, by the Name of Distressed Protestants. cc av pp-f po31 ng1 j n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp po31 j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 96
1671 Let us consider how much easier Our Lot and Our Duty is, than Theirs; Let us Consider how much Easier Our Lot and Our Duty is, than Theirs; vvb pno12 vvi c-crq av-d av-jc po12 n1 cc po12 n1 vbz, cs png32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1672 as much as it is easier to compassionate the Sufferings, and to relieve the Distresses of Others, as much as it is Easier to compassionate the Sufferings, and to relieve the Distresses of Others, c-acp d c-acp pn31 vbz jc p-acp j dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1673 than to be such Sufferers, and in such Distress Our Selves. Let us make Their Case our Own; than to be such Sufferers, and in such Distress Our Selves. Let us make Their Case our Own; cs pc-acp vbb d n2, cc p-acp d n1 po12 n2. vvb pno12 vvi po32 n1 po12 d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1674 and then we our selves will be the best Judges, how it is fit for us to demean our selves towards them, and then we our selves will be the best Judges, how it is fit for us to demean our selves towards them, cc cs pns12 po12 n2 vmb vbi dt js n2, c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1675 and to what degree we ought to extend our Charity and Compassion to them. Let us put on their Case and Circumstances; and to what degree we ought to extend our Charity and Compassion to them. Let us put on their Case and circumstances; cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1676 and suppose that We were the Sufferers, and had fled to Them for Refuge: and suppose that We were the Sufferers, and had fled to Them for Refuge: cc vvb cst pns12 vbdr dt n2, cc vhd vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1677 the same Pity and Commiseration, the same tender Regard and Consideration of our sad Case, the same liberal and effectual Relief that we should desire and expect, the same Pity and Commiseration, the same tender Regard and Consideration of our sad Case, the same liberal and effectual Relief that we should desire and expect, dt d n1 cc n1, dt d j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j n1, dt d j cc j n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1678 and be glad to have shewn and afforded to our selves; let us give to them; and be glad to have shown and afforded to our selves; let us give to them; cc vbi j pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2; vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1679 and then I am sure they will want no fitting Comfort and Support from us. and then I am sure they will want no fitting Comfort and Support from us. cc cs pns11 vbm j pns32 vmb vvi dx j-vvg n1 cc vvb p-acp pno12. (11) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 96
1680 We enjoy (blessed be the Goodness of God to us) great Peace and Plenty, We enjoy (blessed be the goodness of God to us) great Peace and Plenty, pns12 vvb (vvn vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12) j n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1681 and Freedom from Evil and Suffering: and Freedom from Evil and Suffering: cc n1 p-acp n-jn cc vvg: (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1682 And surely one of the best Means, to have these Blessings continued to us, and our Tranquility prolonged, is, to consider and relieve those who want the Blessings which we enjoy; And surely one of the best Means, to have these Blessings continued to us, and our Tranquillity prolonged, is, to Consider and relieve those who want the Blessings which we enjoy; cc av-j crd pp-f dt js n2, pc-acp vhi d n2 vvn p-acp pno12, cc po12 n1 vvn, vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq vvb dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb; (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1683 and the readiest way to provoke God to deprive us of these Blessings, is, to shut up the Bowels of our Compassion from our Distressed Brethren. God can easily change the Scene, and the Readiest Way to provoke God to deprive us of these Blessings, is, to shut up the Bowels of our Compassion from our Distressed Brothers. God can Easily change the Scene, cc dt js n1 pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f d n2, vbz, p-acp vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn n2. np1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1684 and make our Sufferings, if not in the same kind, yet in one kind or other equal to theirs; and make our Sufferings, if not in the same kind, yet in one kind or other equal to theirs; cc vvb po12 n2, cs xx p-acp dt d n1, av p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn j-jn p-acp png32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1685 and then we shall remember the Afflictions of Joseph, and say as his Brethren did, and then we shall Remember the Afflictions of Joseph, and say as his Brothers did, cc av pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n2 vdd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1686 when they fell into Trouble, We are verily guilty concerning our Brother, in that we saw the anguish of his Soul when he besought us, and we would not hear; when they fell into Trouble, We Are verily guilty Concerning our Brother, in that we saw the anguish of his Soul when he besought us, and we would not hear; c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1, pns12 vbr av-j j vvg po12 n1, p-acp cst pns12 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno12, cc pns12 vmd xx vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1687 therefore is this Distress come upon us. Therefore is this Distress come upon us. av vbz d n1 vvn p-acp pno12. (11) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 96
1688 God alone knows what Storms the Devil may yet raise in the World, before the End of it: God alone knows what Storms the devil may yet raise in the World, before the End of it: np1 av-j vvz q-crq vvz dt n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f pn31: (11) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 96
1689 And therefore it concerns all Christians, in all Times and Places, who have taken upon them the Profession of Christ's Religion, to consider well before-hand, And Therefore it concerns all Christians, in all Times and Places, who have taken upon them the Profession of Christ's Religion, to Consider well beforehand, cc av pn31 vvz d np1, p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi av av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 96
1690 and to calculate the Dangers and Sufferings it may expose them to, and to arm our selves with Resolution and Patience against the fiercest Assaults of Temptation; and to calculate the Dangers and Sufferings it may expose them to, and to arm our selves with Resolution and Patience against the Fiercest Assaults of Temptation; cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pn31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 96
1691 considering the Shortness of all Temporal Afflictions and Sufferings, in comparison of the Eternal and Glorious Reward of them; considering the Shortness of all Temporal Afflictions and Sufferings, in comparison of the Eternal and Glorious Reward of them; vvg dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 96
1692 and the Lightness of them too, in comparison of the endless and intolerable Torments of another World; and the Lightness of them too, in comparison of the endless and intolerable Torments of Another World; cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 av, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 96
1693 to which every Man exposeth himself, who forsakes God, and renounceth his Truth, and wounds his Conscience, to avoid Temporal Sufferings. to which every Man exposeth himself, who forsakes God, and Renounceth his Truth, and wounds his Conscience, to avoid Temporal Sufferings. p-acp r-crq d n1 vvz px31, r-crq vvz np1, cc vvz po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1, pc-acp vvi j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 96
1694 And though Fear in many Cases, especially if it be of Death and extream Suffering, be a great Excuse for several Actions; And though fear in many Cases, especially if it be of Death and extreme Suffering, be a great Excuse for several Actions; cc cs vvb p-acp d n2, av-j cs pn31 vbb pp-f n1 cc j-jn vvg, vbb dt j n1 p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1695 because it may, Cadere in constantem virum, happen to a resolute Man: Because it may, Cadere in constantem virum, happen to a resolute Man: c-acp pn31 vmb, np1 p-acp fw-la fw-la, vvb p-acp dt j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1696 Yet in this case, of Renouncing our Religion (unless it be very sudden and surprizing, out of which a Man recovers himself when he comes to himself (as St. Peter did) or the Suffering be so extream, Yet in this case, of Renouncing our Religion (unless it be very sudden and surprising, out of which a Man recovers himself when he comes to himself (as Saint Peter did) or the Suffering be so extreme, av p-acp d n1, pp-f vvg po12 n1 (cs pn31 vbb av j cc j-vvg, av pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz px31 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31 (c-acp n1 np1 vdd) cc dt vvg vbb av j-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1697 as to put a Man besides himself for the time, so as to make him say or do any thing;) I say in this case of Renouncing God and his Truth, God will not admit Fear for a just excuse of our Apostacy; as to put a Man beside himself for the time, so as to make him say or do any thing;) I say in this case of Renouncing God and his Truth, God will not admit fear for a just excuse of our Apostasy; c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi cc vdb d n1;) pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg np1 cc po31 n1, np1 vmb xx vvi vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1698 which, if it be unrepented of, (and the Scripture speaks of Repentance in that case as very difficult) will be our Ruin. And the Reason is; which, if it be unrepented of, (and the Scripture speaks of Repentance in that case as very difficult) will be our Ruin. And the Reason is; r-crq, cs pn31 vbb n1 pp-f, (cc dt n1 vvz pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp av j) vmb vbi po12 n1. cc dt n1 vbz; (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1699 because God has given us such fair Warning of it, that we may be prepared for it, in the Resolution of our Minds: Because God has given us such fair Warning of it, that we may be prepared for it, in the Resolution of our Minds: c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 d j vvg pp-f pn31, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1700 And we enter into Religion upon these Terms, with a professed Expectation of Suffering, and a firm Purpose to lay down our Lives for the Truth, And we enter into Religion upon these Terms, with a professed Expectation of Suffering, and a firm Purpose to lay down our Lives for the Truth, cc pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f vvg, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1701 if God shall call us to it. if God shall call us to it. cs np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1702 If any Man will be my Disciple, says our Lord, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me: If any Man will be my Disciple, Says our Lord, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me: cs d n1 vmb vbi po11 n1, vvz po12 n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11: (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1703 And again, He that loveth Life it self more than me, is not worthy of me: And again, He that loves Life it self more than me, is not worthy of me: cc av, pns31 cst vvz n1 pn31 n1 av-dc cs pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11: (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1704 And if any Man be ashamed of me, and of my Words, in this unfaithful Generation, of him will I be ashamed before my Father and the Holy Angels. And if any Man be ashamed of me, and of my Words, in this unfaithful Generation, of him will I be ashamed before my Father and the Holy Angels. cc cs d n1 vbi j pp-f pno11, cc pp-f po11 n2, p-acp d j n1, pp-f pno31 vmb pns11 vbi j p-acp po11 n1 cc dt j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 96
1705 And therefore to master and subdue this Fear, our Saviour hath propounded great Objects of Terror to us, And Therefore to master and subdue this fear, our Saviour hath propounded great Objects of Terror to us, cc av p-acp n1 cc vvi d vvb, po12 n1 vhz vvn j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1706 and a Danger infinitely more to be dreaded, which every Man runs himself wilfully upon, who shall quit the Profession of his Religion, to avoid Temporal Sufferings; and a Danger infinitely more to be dreaded, which every Man runs himself wilfully upon, who shall quit the Profession of his Religion, to avoid Temporal Sufferings; cc dt n1 av-j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq d n1 vvz px31 av-j p-acp, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1707 Luke 12. 4, 5. Fear not them that can kill the Body, but after that have nothing that they can do: Lycia 12. 4, 5. fear not them that can kill the Body, but After that have nothing that they can do: av crd crd, crd n1 xx pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1, cc-acp p-acp d vhb pix cst pns32 vmb vdi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1708 But I will tell you whom you shall fear. Fear him, who after he hath killed, can destroy both Body and Soul in Hell: But I will tell you whom you shall Fear. fear him, who After he hath killed, can destroy both Body and Soul in Hell: cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi. n1 pno31, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1709 Yea, I say unto you, Fear him. Yea, I say unto you, fear him. uh, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1710 And to this dreadful Hazard every Man exposeth himself, who, for the Fear of Men, ventures thus to offend God. And to this dreadful Hazard every Man exposeth himself, who, for the fear of Men, ventures thus to offend God. cc p-acp d j n1 d n1 vvz px31, r-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, n2 av pc-acp vvi np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1711 These are the Fearful and Vnbelievers spoken of by St. John, Who shall have their Portion in the Lake which burneth with Fire and Brimstone, which is the second Death. These Are the Fearful and Unbelievers spoken of by Saint John, Who shall have their Portion in the Lake which burns with Fire and Brimstone, which is the second Death. d vbr dt j cc n2 vvn pp-f p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 96
1712 Thus you see how we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all Temptations and Terrors of this World. Thus you see how we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all Temptations and Terrors of this World. av pn22 vvb c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 96
1713 I should now have proceeded to the next Particular; I should now have proceeded to the next Particular; pns11 vmd av vhi vvn p-acp dt ord j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 96
1714 namely, that we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, namely, that we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, av, cst pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d j vvz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 96
1715 and groundless Hopes of getting to Heaven upon easier Terms, in some other Church and Religion. and groundless Hope's of getting to Heaven upon Easier Terms, in Some other Church and Religion. cc j ng1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 96
1716 But this I shall not now enter upon. But this I shall not now enter upon. p-acp d pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp. (11) sermon (DIV1) 356 Image 96
1717 A SERMON ON HEB. X. 23. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, A SERMON ON HEBREW. X. 23. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, dt n1 p-acp n1. fw-la crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, (12) sermon (DIV1) 356 Image 114
1718 for he is faithful that promised. IN these Words, I have told you, are contained these Two Parts: I. for he is faithful that promised. IN these Words, I have told you, Are contained these Two Parts: I. c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. p-acp d n2, pns11 vhb vvn pn22, vbr vvn d crd n2: pns11. (12) sermon (DIV1) 356 Image 114
1719 An Exhortation, To hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. II. An Argument or Encouragement thereto; an Exhortation, To hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. II an Argument or Encouragement thereto; dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. crd dt n1 cc n1 av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 114
1720 Because he is faithful that hath promised. I am yet upon the Because he is faithful that hath promised. I am yet upon the c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn. pns11 vbm av p-acp dt (12) sermon (DIV1) 359 Image 114
1721 First of these, the Exhortation to Christians, to be Constant and Steady in the Profession of their Religion; First of these, the Exhortation to Christians, to be Constant and Steady in the Profession of their Religion; ord pp-f d, dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 114
1722 Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering. vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. (12) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 114
1723 And that we might the better comprehend the true and full meaning of this Exhortation, I shewed, And that we might the better comprehend the true and full meaning of this Exhortation, I showed, cc cst pns12 vmd dt j vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 114
1724 I. Negatively, what is not meant and intended by it: And I mentioned these Two Particulars: I Negatively, what is not meant and intended by it: And I mentioned these Two Particulars: uh av-jn, r-crq vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31: cc pns11 vvd d crd n2-j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 114
1725 1. The Apostle doth not hereby intend, that those who are capable of enquiring into, 1. The Apostle does not hereby intend, that those who Are capable of inquiring into, crd dt n1 vdz xx av vvi, cst d r-crq vbr j pp-f vvg p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 114
1726 and examining the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion, should not have the liberty to do it. Nor, and examining the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion, should not have the liberty to do it. Nor, cc vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, vmd xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. ccx, (12) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 114
1727 2. That when upon due Enquiry and Examination, Men are settled, as they think and verily believe, in the True Faith and Religion; 2. That when upon due Enquiry and Examination, Men Are settled, as they think and verily believe, in the True Faith and Religion; crd cst c-crq p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, n2 vbr vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb cc av-j vvi, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 114
1728 they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that can be offered against their present Persuasion; they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that can be offered against their present Persuasion; pns32 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 114
1729 for Reason when it is fairly offered is always to be heard. I proceeded in the for Reason when it is fairly offered is always to be herd. I proceeded in the p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn. pns11 vvd p-acp dt (12) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 114
1730 Second Place, Positively to explain the Meaning of this Exhortation: And to this purpose I proposed to consider, Second Place, Positively to explain the Meaning of this Exhortation: And to this purpose I proposed to Consider, vvb n1, av-j pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f d n1: cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 364 Image 114
1731 1. What it is that we are to hold fast; viz. the Confession or Profession of our Faith: 1. What it is that we Are to hold fast; viz. the Confessi or Profession of our Faith: crd q-crq pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j; n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 365 Image 114
1732 The Ancient Christian Faith which every Christian makes Profession of in his Baptism; The Ancient Christian Faith which every Christian makes Profession of in his Baptism; dt j njp n1 r-crq d njp vvz n1 pp-f p-acp po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 365 Image 114
1733 Not the Doubtful and Uncertain Traditions of Men, nor the Imperious Dictates and Doctrines of any Church (which are not contained in the Holy Scriptures) imposed upon the Christian World, Not the Doubtful and Uncertain Traditions of Men, nor the Imperious Dictates and Doctrines of any Church (which Are not contained in the Holy Scriptures) imposed upon the Christian World, xx dt j cc j-u n2 pp-f n2, ccx dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f d n1 (r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j n2) vvn p-acp dt njp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 365 Image 114
1734 though with never so confident a Pretence of the Antiquity of the Doctrines, or of the Infallibility of the Proposers of them. though with never so confident a Pretence of the Antiquity of the Doctrines, or of the Infallibility of the Proposers of them. cs p-acp av-x av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 365 Image 114
1735 And then I proceded, in the And then I proceeded, in the cc av pns11 vvd, p-acp dt (12) sermon (DIV1) 365 Image 114
1736 Second Place, to shew how we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering: Second Place, to show how we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering: vvb n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg: (12) sermon (DIV1) 366 Image 114
1737 And I mentioned these following Particulars, as probably implied and comprehended in the Apostles Exhortation. And I mentioned these following Particulars, as probably implied and comprehended in the Apostles Exhortation. cc pns11 vvd d j-vvg n2-j, c-acp av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 366 Image 114
1738 1. That we should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. 1. That we should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. crd cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 114
1739 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, contrary to plain Scripture, and Reason, and the common Sense of Mankind; 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, contrary to plain Scripture, and Reason, and the Common Sense of Mankind; crd cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, j-jn p-acp j n1, cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 368 Image 114
1740 under both which Heads I gave several Instances of Doctrines and Practices imposed with great Confidence upon the World, some without, under both which Heads I gave several Instances of Doctrines and Practices imposed with great Confidence upon the World, Some without, p-acp d r-crq n2 pns11 vvd j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, d p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 368 Image 114
1741 and others plainly against Scripture, and Reason, and the common Sense of Mankind. 3. Against all the Temptations and and Terrours of the World; and Others plainly against Scripture, and Reason, and the Common Sense of Mankind. 3. Against all the Temptations and and Terrors of the World; cc n2-jn av-j p-acp n1, cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp d dt n2 cc cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 368 Image 114
1742 the Temptations of Fashion and Example, and of worldly Interest and Advantage; and against the Terrours of Persecution and Suffering for the Truth. Thus far I have gone. the Temptations of Fashion and Exampl, and of worldly Interest and Advantage; and against the Terrors of Persecution and Suffering for the Truth. Thus Far I have gone. dt n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, cc pp-f j n1 cc n1; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n1. av av-j pns11 vhb vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 369 Image 114
1743 I shall now proceed to the Two other Particulars which remain to be spoken to. I shall now proceed to the Two other Particulars which remain to be spoken to. pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt crd j-jn n2-j r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (12) sermon (DIV1) 369 Image 114
1744 4. We are to hold fast the profession of our Faith, against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, 4. We Are to hold fast the profession of our Faith, against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, crd pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d j vvz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1745 and groundless Hopes of getting to Heaven upon easier Terms, in some other Church and Religion. and groundless Hope's of getting to Heaven upon Easier Terms, in Some other Church and Religion. cc j ng1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1746 God hath plainly declared to us in the holy Scriptures, upon what Terms and Conditions we may obtain Eternal Life and Happiness, God hath plainly declared to us in the holy Scriptures, upon what Terms and Conditions we may obtain Eternal Life and Happiness, np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n2, p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 pns12 vmb vvi j n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1747 and what will certainly exclude us from it; That except we repent, (i. e.) without true Contrition for our Sins, and forsaking of them, we shall perish: That without Holiness no man shall see the Lord: and what will Certainly exclude us from it; That except we Repent, (i. e.) without true Contrition for our Sins, and forsaking of them, we shall perish: That without Holiness no man shall see the Lord: cc q-crq vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp pn31; d c-acp pns12 vvb, (uh. sy.) p-acp j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvg pp-f pno32, pns12 vmb vvi: cst p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1748 That no Fornicator, or Adulterer, or Idolater, or Covetous Person, nor any one that lives in the practice of such sins, shall have any Inheritance in the Kingdom of God or Christ. That no Fornicator, or Adulterer, or Idolater, or Covetous Person, nor any one that lives in the practice of such Sins, shall have any Inheritance in the Kingdom of God or christ. cst dx n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j n1, ccx d crd cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vmb vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1749 There is as great and unpassable a Gulf fixt between Heaven and a wicked Man; as there is betwixt Heaven and Hell. There is as great and unpassable a Gulf fixed between Heaven and a wicked Man; as there is betwixt Heaven and Hell. pc-acp vbz p-acp j cc j dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc dt j n1; c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1750 And when Men have done all they can to debauch and corrupt the Christian Doctrine, it is impossible to reconcile a wicked Life with any reasonable and well-grounded Hopes of Happiness in another World. And when Men have done all they can to debauch and corrupt the Christian Doctrine, it is impossible to reconcile a wicked Life with any reasonable and well-grounded Hope's of Happiness in Another World. cc c-crq n2 vhb vdn d pns32 vmb pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt njp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d j cc j ng1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1751 No Church hath that Priviledge, to save a Man upon any other Terms, than those which our Blessed Saviour hath declared in his holy Gospel. No Church hath that Privilege, to save a Man upon any other Terms, than those which our Blessed Saviour hath declared in his holy Gospel. dx n1 vhz d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cs d r-crq po12 j n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1752 All Religions are equal in this; That a bad Man can be Saved in none of them. All Religions Are equal in this; That a bad Man can be Saved in none of them. av-d n2 vbr j-jn p-acp d; cst dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pix pp-f pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 114
1753 The Church of Rome pretends their Church and Religion to be the only safe and sure way to Salvation; The Church of Room pretends their Church and Religion to be the only safe and sure Way to Salvation; dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz po32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi dt j j cc j n1 p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 114
1754 and yet, if their Doctrine be true, concerning the Intention of the Priest, (and if it be not, they are much to blame in making it an Article of their Faith) I say, and yet, if their Doctrine be true, Concerning the Intention of the Priest, (and if it be not, they Are much to blame in making it an Article of their Faith) I say, cc av, cs po32 n1 vbb j, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (cc cs pn31 vbb xx, pns32 vbr av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg pn31 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1) pns11 vvb, (12) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 114
1755 if it be true, that the Intention of the Priest is necessary to the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments; if it be true, that the Intention of the Priest is necessary to the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments; cs pn31 vbb j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 114
1756 then there is no Religion in the World, that runs the Salvation of Men upon more and greater Hazards and Uncertainties, then there is no Religion in the World, that runs the Salvation of Men upon more and greater Hazards and Uncertainties, av a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp av-dc cc jc n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 114
1757 and such as by no Care and Diligence of Man in working out his own Salvation, are to be avoided and prevented. and such as by no Care and Diligence of Man in working out his own Salvation, Are to be avoided and prevented. cc d c-acp p-acp dx n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg av po31 d n1, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 114
1758 As for the easier Terms of Salvation which they offer to Men, they signifie nothing, if they be not able to make them good; As for the Easier Terms of Salvation which they offer to Men, they signify nothing, if they be not able to make them good; c-acp p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2, pns32 vvb pix, cs pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi pno32 j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 114
1759 which no Man can reasonably believe they can do, that hath read the Bible, and doth in any good measure understand the Nature of God, and the Design of Religion. For Instance; which not Man can reasonably believe they can do, that hath read the bible, and does in any good measure understand the Nature of God, and the Design of Religion. For Instance; r-crq xx n1 vmb av-j vvi pns32 vmb vdi, cst vhz vvn dt n1, cc vdz p-acp d j n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 114
1760 That after the long Course of a most lewd and flagitious Life, a Man may be reconciled to God, That After the long Course of a most lewd and flagitious Life, a Man may be reconciled to God, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 114
1761 and have his Sins forgiven at the last Gasp, upon Confession of them to the Priest, with that imperfect degree of Contrition for them, which they call Attrition, together with the Absolution of the Priest. and have his Sins forgiven At the last Gasp, upon Confessi of them to the Priest, with that imperfect degree of Contrition for them, which they call Attrition, together with the Absolution of the Priest. cc vhb po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq pns32 vvb n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 114
1762 Now Attrition is a Trouble for Sin, meerly for fear of the Punishment of it. Now Attrition is a Trouble for since, merely for Fear of the Punishment of it. av n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 114
1763 And this, together with Confession, and the Absolution of the Priest, without any Hatred of Sin for the Evil and Contrariety of it to the holy Nature and Law of God, And this, together with Confessi, and the Absolution of the Priest, without any Hatred of since for the Evil and Contrariety of it to the holy Nature and Law of God, cc d, av p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 114
1764 and without the least Spark of Love to God, will do the Sinner's business, and put him into a state of Grace and Salvation, without any other Grace or Disposition for Salvation, and without the least Spark of Love to God, will do the Sinner's business, and put him into a state of Grace and Salvation, without any other Grace or Disposition for Salvation, cc p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vmb vdi dt ng1 n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 114
1765 but only the Fear of Hell and Damnation. This, I confess, is easie; but the great Difficulty is, to believe it to be true. but only the fear of Hell and Damnation. This, I confess, is easy; but the great Difficulty is, to believe it to be true. cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. np1, pns11 vvb, vbz j; cc-acp dt j n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 114
1766 And certainly, no man that ever seriously considered the Nature of God and Religion, can ever be persuaded to build the Hopes of his Salvation upon such a Quick-sand. The Absolution of all the Priests in the World will not procure the Forgiveness of God for any Man, that is not disposed for his Mercy by such a Repentance as the Gospel requires; And Certainly, no man that ever seriously considered the Nature of God and Religion, can ever be persuaded to built the Hope's of his Salvation upon such a Quicksand. The Absolution of all the Priests in the World will not procure the Forgiveness of God for any Man, that is not disposed for his Mercy by such a Repentance as the Gospel requires; cc av-j, dx n1 cst av av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt ng1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1. dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cst vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz; (12) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 114
1767 which I am sure is very different from that which is required by the Council of Trent. which I am sure is very different from that which is required by the Council of Trent. r-crq pns11 vbm j vbz av j p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 114
1768 They that offer Heaven to Men upon so very large and loose Terms, give great Cause to suspect, that they will never make good their Offer; They that offer Heaven to Men upon so very large and lose Terms, give great Cause to suspect, that they will never make good their Offer; pns32 d vvb n1 p-acp n2 p-acp av av j cc j n2, vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi j po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1769 the Terms are so unreasonably cheap and easie, that there must be some Fraud and False Dealing. the Terms Are so unreasonably cheap and easy, that there must be Some Fraud and False Dealing. dt n2 vbr av av-j j cc j, cst a-acp vmb vbi d n1 cc j vvg. (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1770 And on the other hand, nothing ought to recommend our Religion more to a wise and considerate Man; And on the other hand, nothing ought to recommend our Religion more to a wise and considerate Man; cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, pix vmd p-acp vvi po12 n1 av-dc p-acp dt j cc j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1771 than that the Terms of Salvation which we propose to Men, viz. Faith, and Repentance, than that the Terms of Salvation which we propose to Men, viz. Faith, and Repentance, cs cst dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2, n1 n1, cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1772 and a sincere Obedience to the Precepts of the Gospel, manifested in the Tenure of a Holy and Virtuous Life, are not only perfectly agreeable to the plain and constant Declaration of Holy Scripture; and a sincere obedience to the Precepts of the Gospel, manifested in the Tenure of a Holy and Virtuous Life, Are not only perfectly agreeable to the plain and constant Declaration of Holy Scripture; cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vbr xx av-j av-j j p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1773 but do likewise naturally tend to engage Men most effectually to a good Life, and thereby to make them meet to be made partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light. but do likewise naturally tend to engage Men most effectually to a good Life, and thereby to make them meet to be made partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light. cc-acp vdb av av-j vvi pc-acp vvi n2 av-ds av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1774 And therefore every body ought to be afraid of a Religion, which makes such lavish Offers of Salvation, And Therefore every body ought to be afraid of a Religion, which makes such lavish Offers of Salvation, cc av d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz d j vvz pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1775 and to take heed how he ventures his Soul upon them. and to take heed how he ventures his Soul upon them. cc pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1776 For if, after all the Hopes that are given of Salvation upon such and such Terms, the Sinner do really miscarry and miss of Heaven; For if, After all the Hope's that Are given of Salvation upon such and such Terms, the Sinner do really miscarry and miss of Heaven; p-acp cs, p-acp d dt ng1 d vbr vvn pp-f n1 p-acp d cc d n2, dt n1 vdb av-j vvi cc vvi pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1777 it is but very ill Comfort to him, to be put into a Fools Paradise, for a Minute or two before he leaves the World, it is but very ill Comfort to him, to be put into a Fools Paradise, for a Minute or two before he leaves the World, pn31 vbz p-acp av j-jn n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc crd c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1778 and the next Moment after to find himself in the place of Torments. I proceed to the and the next Moment After to find himself in the place of Torments. I proceed to the cc dt ord n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. pns11 vvb p-acp dt (12) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 114
1779 5. And Last Particular I mentioned, as implied in the Exhortation here in the Text, viz. That we hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busie and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, 5. And Last Particular I mentioned, as implied in the Exhortation Here in the Text, viz. That we hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busy and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, crd cc vvb j-jn pns11 vvd, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, n1 cst pns12 vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc vvg n2, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1780 and to gain Proselytes to their Party and Faction. To this purpose there are several Cautions given by our Blessed Saviour and his Apostles. and to gain Proselytes to their Party and Faction. To this purpose there Are several Cautions given by our Blessed Saviour and his Apostles. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 cc po31 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1781 Matth. 24. 4. Take heed that no man deceive you; for many shall come in my Name, and shall deceive many. Matthew 24. 4. Take heed that no man deceive you; for many shall come in my Name, and shall deceive many. np1 crd crd vvb n1 cst dx n1 vvi pn22; p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc vmb vvi d. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1782 Eph. 4. 14. That ye henceforth be no more Children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every Wind of Doctrine, by the slight of men: Ephesians 4. 14. That you henceforth be no more Children, tossed to and from, and carried about with every Wind of Doctrine, by the slight of men: np1 crd crd cst pn22 av vbi av-dx dc n2, vvn p-acp cc av, cc vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1783 NONLATINALPHABET (the Word signifies the Cunning of Gamesters at Dice;) by the slight of Men, (the Word signifies the Cunning of Gamesters At Dice;) by the slight of Men, (dt n1 vvz dt n-jn pp-f n2 p-acp n2;) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1784 and the cunning Craftiness whereby they lye in wait to deceive. And Chap. 5. 6. Let no man deceive you with vain Words. and the cunning Craftiness whereby they lie in wait to deceive. And Chap. 5. 6. Let no man deceive you with vain Words. cc dt j-jn n1 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi. cc np1 crd crd vvb dx n1 vvi pn22 p-acp j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1785 Col. 2. 8. Beware lest any man spoil you through Philosophy and vain Deceit; that is, by Sophistry and vain Reasoning, under a pretence of Philosophy. Col. 2. 8. Beware lest any man spoil you through Philosophy and vain Deceit; that is, by Sophistry and vain Reasoning, under a pretence of Philosophy. np1 crd crd vvb cs d n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1 cc j n1; cst vbz, p-acp n1 cc j vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1786 Heb. 13. 9. Be not carried about with divers and strange Doctrines. 2 Pet. 3. 17. Beware lest you also, being led away with the Error of the Wicked, fall from your own stedfastness. Hebrew 13. 9. Be not carried about with diverse and strange Doctrines. 2 Pet. 3. 17. Beware lest you also, being led away with the Error of the Wicked, fallen from your own steadfastness. np1 crd crd vbb xx vvn a-acp p-acp j cc j n2. crd np1 crd crd vvb cs pn22 av, vbg vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvb p-acp po22 d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1787 And this Caution is enforc'd by an express Prediction of a great Apostasie which should happen in the Christian Church, by which many should be seduced, by pretence of Miracles, And this Caution is enforced by an express Prediction of a great Apostasy which should happen in the Christian Church, by which many should be seduced, by pretence of Miracles, cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp dt njp n1, p-acp r-crq d vmd vbi vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1788 and by several Arts of Deceit and Falshood. and by several Arts of Deceit and Falsehood. cc p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1789 This Apostasie St. Paul expresly foretels, 2 Thess. 2. 1, 2, 3. We beseech you, Brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye be not soon shaken in mind, This Apostasy Saint Paul expressly foretells, 2 Thess 2. 1, 2, 3. We beseech you, Brothers, by the coming of our Lord jesus christ, that you be not soon shaken in mind, d n1 n1 np1 av-j vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns12 vvb pn22, n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst pn22 vbb xx av vvn p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1790 or be troubled, neither by Spirit (that is, by pretence to Inspiration) nor by Word (or Message) nor by Letter as from us, or be troubled, neither by Spirit (that is, by pretence to Inspiration) nor by Word (or Message) nor by letter as from us, cc vbi vvn, av-dx p-acp n1 (cst vbz, p-acp n1 p-acp n1) ccx p-acp n1 (cc n1) ccx p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp pno12, (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1791 as that the Day of Christ is at hand. Let no man deceive you by any means; as that the Day of christ is At hand. Let no man deceive you by any means; c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n1. vvb dx n1 vvi pn22 p-acp d n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1792 for that Day shall not come, except there come a falling away, and that Man of Sin be revealed, the Son of Perdition. for that Day shall not come, except there come a falling away, and that Man of since be revealed, the Son of Perdition. p-acp d n1 vmb xx vvi, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt vvg av, cc d n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1793 And after a particular Description of him, he adds, v. 9. Whose coming is after the working of Satan, with all Power, And After a particular Description of him, he adds, v. 9. Whose coming is After the working of Satan, with all Power, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31, pns31 vvz, n1 crd rg-crq vvg vbz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1794 and Signs, and lying Wonders, and in all deceitfulness of Vnrighteousness in them that perish. From all which he concludes, v. 15. Therefore, Brethren, stand fast. and Signs, and lying Wonders, and in all deceitfulness of Unrighteousness in them that perish. From all which he concludes, v. 15. Therefore, Brothers, stand fast. cc n2, cc vvg n2, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb. p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz, n1 crd av, n2, vvb av-j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 114
1795 The particular nature and kind of this Apostasie the same Apostle describes more fully, 1 Tim 4. 1, 2, 3. Now the Spirit speaketh expresly, that in the latter times some shall apostatize from the Faith, giving heed to seducing Spirits and Doctrines of Devils, speaking Lies in Hypocrisie, (i. e. The particular nature and kind of this Apostasy the same Apostle describes more Fully, 1 Tim 4. 1, 2, 3. Now the Spirit speaks expressly, that in the latter times Some shall apostatise from the Faith, giving heed to seducing Spirits and Doctrines of Devils, speaking Lies in Hypocrisy, (i. e. dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 dt d n1 vvz av-dc av-j, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd av dt n1 vvz av-j, cst p-acp dt d n2 d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vvg n1 p-acp j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vvg vvz p-acp n1, (uh. sy. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1796 under a great Pretence of Sanctity, spreading their pernicious Errours) forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats. under a great Pretence of Sanctity, spreading their pernicious Errors) forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from Meats. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvg po32 j n2) vvg pc-acp vvi, cc vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1797 This is a very lively and pat Description of that great Apostasie in the Christian Church, which began in the Western Part of it, This is a very lively and pat Description of that great Apostasy in the Christian Church, which began in the Western Part of it, d vbz dt av j cc av n1 pp-f cst j n1 p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1798 and hath spread it self far and wide. and hath spread it self Far and wide. cc vhz vvn pn31 n1 av-j cc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1799 For there the Spirit of Error and Falshood has prevailed, under an Hypocritical Pretence of their being the only True Church and True Christians in the World: For there the Spirit of Error and Falsehood has prevailed, under an Hypocritical Pretence of their being the only True Church and True Christians in the World: p-acp a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhz vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 vbg av av-j j n1 cc j np1 p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1800 There Marriage, and several sorts of Meat, are forbidden to several Ranks and Orders of Men. There Marriage, and several sorts of Meat, Are forbidden to several Ranks and Order of Men. pc-acp n1, cc j n2 pp-f n1, vbr vvn p-acp j n2 cc n1 pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1801 All the Difficulty is, what is here meant by Doctrines of Devils; and these certainly can be no other than Doctrines tending to Idolatry, which the Scripture every where doth in a particular manner ascribe to the Devil, All the Difficulty is, what is Here meant by Doctrines of Devils; and these Certainly can be no other than Doctrines tending to Idolatry, which the Scripture every where does in a particular manner ascribe to the devil, av-d dt n1 vbz, q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n2; cc d av-j vmb vbi dx n-jn cs n2 vvg p-acp n1, r-crq dt n1 d r-crq vdz p-acp dt j n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1802 as the Inventer and great Promoter of it. as the Inventer and great Promoter of it. c-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1803 And this is very much confirmed by what we find added in some ancient Greek Copies in this Text, which runs thus: And this is very much confirmed by what we find added in Some ancient Greek Copies in this Text, which runs thus: cc d vbz av av-d vvn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp d j jp n2 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz av: (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1804 In the latter times some shall apostatize from the Faith; for they shall worship the Dead, as some also in Israel worshiped. In the latter times Some shall apostatise from the Faith; for they shall worship the Dead, as Some also in Israel worshipped. p-acp dt d n2 d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt j, c-acp d av p-acp np1 vvd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1805 And then it follows, giving heed to seducing Spirits, and Doctrines of Devils. And then it follows, giving heed to seducing Spirits, and Doctrines of Devils. cc av pn31 vvz, vvg n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, cc n2 pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1806 So that the particular kind of Idolatry, into which some part of the Christian Church should apostatize, is here pointed at: So that the particular kind of Idolatry, into which Some part of the Christian Church should apostatise, is Here pointed At: av cst dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 pp-f dt njp n1 vmd vvi, vbz av vvn p-acp: (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1807 That they should worship Souls departed, or the Spirits of dead Men; That they should worship Souls departed, or the Spirits of dead Men; cst pns32 vmd vvi n2 vvd, cc dt n2 pp-f j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1808 which was part of the Heathen Idolatry, into which the People of Israel did frequently relapse. which was part of the Heathen Idolatry, into which the People of Israel did frequently relapse. r-crq vbds n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd av-j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1809 So that the Spirit of God doth here foretel such an Apostasie in some part of the Christian Church as the People of Israel were guilty of, in falling into the Heathen Idolatry. So that the Spirit of God does Here foretell such an Apostasy in Some part of the Christian Church as the People of Israel were guilty of, in falling into the Heathen Idolatry. av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi d dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr j pp-f, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1810 They shall be Worshipers of the Dead, as the Israelites also were. They shall be Worshippers of the Dead, as the Israelites also were. pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f dt j, c-acp dt np2 av vbdr. (12) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 114
1811 And this is the great and dangerous Seduction which the Christians are so much cautioned against in the New Testament, And this is the great and dangerous Seduction which the Christians Are so much cautioned against in the New Testament, cc d vbz dt j cc j n1 r-crq dt np1 vbr av av-d vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1812 and charged to hold fast the profession of the Faith against the cunning Arts and Insinuations of seducing Spirits; and charged to hold fast the profession of the Faith against the cunning Arts and Insinuations of seducing Spirits; cc vvd pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f j-vvg n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1813 not but (as I said before) that we are always to have an Ear open to Reason, not but (as I said before) that we Are always to have an Ear open to Reason, xx p-acp (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) cst pns12 vbr av pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvb p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1814 and to be ready to hearken and to yield to That, whenever it is fairly proposed: and to be ready to harken and to yield to That, whenever it is fairly proposed: cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d, av pn31 vbz av-j vvn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1815 But to be over-reached and rooked out of one's Religion, by little Sophistical Arts and Tricks, is Childish and silly. But to be overreached and rooked out of one's Religion, by little Sophistical Arts and Tricks, is Childish and silly. cc-acp pc-acp vbi j cc vvd av pp-f pig n1, p-acp j j n2 cc n2, vbz j cc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1816 After we are, upon due Trial and Examination of the Grounds of our Religion, settled and established in it, we ought not to suffer our selves to be removed from it, by the groundless Pretences of Confident People to Infallibility, After we Are, upon due Trial and Examination of the Grounds of our Religion, settled and established in it, we ought not to suffer our selves to be removed from it, by the groundless Pretences of Confident People to Infallibility, c-acp pns12 vbr, p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1817 and to be practised upon by Cunning Men, who lie at catch to make Proselytes to their Party. and to be practised upon by Cunning Men, who lie At catch to make Proselytes to their Party. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vvb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1818 This is to be like Children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every Wind of Doctrine. This is to be like Children, tossed to and from, and carried about with every Wind of Doctrine. d vbz pc-acp vbi av-j n2, vvn p-acp cc av, cc vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 114
1819 And we ought to be the more careful of our selves; And we ought to be the more careful of our selves; cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j pp-f po12 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1820 because there never was any time, wherein seducing Spirits were more bold and busie to pervert Men from the Truth. Because there never was any time, wherein seducing Spirits were more bold and busy to pervert Men from the Truth. c-acp a-acp av vbds d n1, c-crq j-vvg n2 vbdr av-dc j cc j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1821 Against These we should hold. fast our Religion, as a Man would do his Money in a Crowd. Against These we should hold. fast our Religion, as a Man would do his Money in a Crowd. p-acp d pns12 vmd vvi. j po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 vmd vdi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1822 It passeth in the World for a great Mark of Folly, when a Man and his Money are soon parted: It passes in the World for a great Mark of Folly, when a Man and his Money Are soon parted: pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 cc po31 n1 vbr av vvn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1823 But it is a sign of much greater Folly, for a Man easily to quit his Religion; But it is a Signen of much greater Folly, for a Man Easily to quit his Religion; p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d jc n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1824 especially to be caught by some such gross Methods, as the Seducers I am speaking of commonly use, especially to be caught by Some such gross Methods, as the Seducers I am speaking of commonly use, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d d j n2, c-acp dt n2 pns11 vbm vvg pp-f av-j vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1825 and which lie so very open to Suspicion; and which lie so very open to Suspicion; cc r-crq n1 av av j p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1826 such as ill-designing Men are wont to practise upon a young Heir, when they have insinuated themselves into his Company, to make a Prey of him. such as ill-designing Men Are wont to practise upon a young Heir, when they have insinuated themselves into his Company, to make a Prey of him. d c-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vvd px32 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1827 They charge him to tell no body in what Company he hath been; They charge him to tell no body in what Company he hath been; pns32 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vhz vbn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1828 not to ask the Counsel and Advice of his Friends concerning what they have been persuading him to; not to ask the Counsel and advice of his Friends Concerning what they have been persuading him to; xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvg r-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvg pno31 pc-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1829 because they, for their own Interest, will be sure to disswade him from it. Just thus do these Seducers practise upon weak People. Because they, for their own Interest, will be sure to dissuade him from it. Just thus do these Seducers practise upon weak People. c-acp pns32, c-acp po32 d n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. j av vdb d n2 vvi p-acp j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1830 They charge them not to acquaint their Minister, with whom they have been, nor what Discourse they have had about Religion, They charge them not to acquaint their Minister, with whom they have been, nor what Discourse they have had about Religion, pns32 vvb pno32 xx pc-acp vvi po32 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vbn, ccx r-crq n1 pns32 vhb vhn p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1831 nor what Books have been put into their Hands; because then, all their kind Design and Intention towards them will be defeated. nor what Books have been put into their Hands; Because then, all their kind Design and Intention towards them will be defeated. ccx q-crq n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po32 n2; c-acp av, d po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 vmb vbi vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1832 But above all, they must be sure to read no Books on the other side, because they are no competent Judges of Points of Faith; But above all, they must be sure to read no Books on the other side, Because they Are no competent Judges of Points of Faith; p-acp p-acp d, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dx n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns32 vbr dx j n2 pp-f n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1833 and this reading on both sides will rather confound, than clear their Understandings. and this reading on both sides will rather confound, than clear their Understandings. cc d vvg p-acp d n2 vmb av-c vvi, cs vvi po32 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1834 They tell them, that they have stated the matter truly, and would not for all the World deceive them; They tell them, that they have stated the matter truly, and would not for all the World deceive them; pns32 vvb pno32, cst pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 av-j, cc vmd xx p-acp d dt n1 vvb pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1835 and they may easily perceive, by their earnest Application to them, that nothing but Charity, and they may Easily perceive, by their earnest Application to them, that nothing but Charity, cc pns32 vmb av-j vvi, p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp pno32, cst pix cc-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1836 and a passionate desire of the Salvation of their Souls, makes them take all these Pains with them. and a passionate desire of the Salvation of their Souls, makes them take all these Pains with them. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvz pno32 vvi d d n2 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1837 But this is so gross a way of proceeding, that any Man of common understanding must needs discern by this kind Treatment, that these Men can have no honest Design upon them. But this is so gross a Way of proceeding, that any Man of Common understanding must needs discern by this kind Treatment, that these Men can have no honest Design upon them. p-acp d vbz av j dt n1 pp-f vvg, cst d n1 pp-f j n1 vmb av vvi p-acp d j n1, cst d n2 vmb vhi dx j n1 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 114
1838 To come then to a more particular Consideration of the Arts and Methods which they use (I mean particularly those of the Church of Rome ) in making Proselytes to their Religion: As, To come then to a more particular Consideration of the Arts and Methods which they use (I mean particularly those of the Church of Room) in making Proselytes to their Religion: As, pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb (pns11 vvb av-j d pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb) p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1: c-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 379 Image 114
1839 1. In allowing them to be very competent and sufficient Judges for themselves, in the Choice of their Church and Religion, (that is, which is the True Church and Religion, in which alone Salvation is to be had) and yet telling them at the same time, that they are utterly incapable of judging of particular Doctrines, 1. In allowing them to be very competent and sufficient Judges for themselves, in the Choice of their Church and Religion, (that is, which is the True Church and Religion, in which alone Salvation is to be had) and yet telling them At the same time, that they Are utterly incapable of judging of particular Doctrines, crd p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi av j cc j n2 p-acp px32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, (cst vbz, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn) cc av vvg pno32 p-acp dt d n1, cst pns32 vbr av-j j pp-f vvg pp-f j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 380 Image 114
1840 and Points of Faith and Practice; and Points of Faith and Practice; cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 380 Image 114
1841 but for these, they must rely upon the Judgment of an Infallible Church, when they are in it; but for these, they must rely upon the Judgement of an Infallible Church, when they Are in it; cc-acp p-acp d, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 380 Image 114
1842 otherwise they will certainly run into damnable Errors and Mistakes about these things. otherwise they will Certainly run into damnable Errors and Mistakes about these things. av pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 380 Image 114
1843 And they must of necessity allow them to be sufficient Judges for themselves in the Choice of their Religion; And they must of necessity allow them to be sufficient Judges for themselves in the Choice of their Religion; cc pns32 vmb pp-f n1 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 381 Image 114
1844 as will be evident, by considering in what Method they proceed with their intended Proselyte. as will be evident, by considering in what Method they proceed with their intended Proselyte. c-acp vmb vbi j, p-acp vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j-vvn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 381 Image 114
1845 They propose to him to change his Church and his Religion, because he is in the wrong; They propose to him to change his Church and his Religion, Because he is in the wrong; pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 114
1846 and they will shew him a better, and such a one as is the only True one, and they will show him a better, and such a one as is the only True one, cc pns32 vmb vvi pno31 dt jc, cc d dt pi a-acp vbz dt j j pi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 114
1847 and in which alone Salvation is to be had. and in which alone Salvation is to be had. cc p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 114
1848 To perswade him hereto, they offer him some Reasons and Arguments, or give him Books to read, containing Arguments to move him to make this Change, to satisfie him of the Reasonableness, To persuade him hereto, they offer him Some Reasons and Arguments, or give him Books to read, containing Arguments to move him to make this Change, to satisfy him of the Reasonableness, p-acp vvi pno31 av, pns32 vvb pno31 d n2 cc n2, cc vvb pno31 n2 pc-acp vvi, vvg n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 114
1849 and to convince him of the Necessity of it. and to convince him of the Necessity of it. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 114
1850 Now by this way of proceeding (and they can take no other) they do, Now by this Way of proceeding (and they can take no other) they do, av p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg (cc pns32 vmb vvi dx j-jn) pns32 vdb, (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1851 whether they will or no, make the Person, whom they are endeavouring to convert, a Judge for himself, which Church and Religion is best; whither they will or no, make the Person, whom they Are endeavouring to convert, a Judge for himself, which Church and Religion is best; cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx, vvb dt n1, ro-crq pns32 vbr vvg pc-acp vvi, dt n1 p-acp px31, r-crq n1 cc n1 vbz js; (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1852 that which they would have him embrace and come over to, or that which they would perswade him to forsake. that which they would have him embrace and come over to, or that which they would persuade him to forsake. cst r-crq pns32 vmd vhi pno31 vvi cc vvb a-acp p-acp, cc cst r-crq pns32 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1853 For to what end else do they offer him Reasons and Arguments to perswade him to leave our Church, For to what end Else do they offer him Reasons and Arguments to persuade him to leave our Church, p-acp p-acp r-crq n1 av vdb pns32 vvi pno31 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1854 and to come over to theirs; but that he may consider the Force and Weight of them; and to come over to theirs; but that he may Consider the Force and Weight of them; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp png32; cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1855 and having considered them, may judge whether they be of force sufficient to over-rule him to make this Change? So that as unwilling as they are to make particular Persons judge for themselves about Points of Faith, and having considered them, may judge whither they be of force sufficient to overrule him to make this Change? So that as unwilling as they Are to make particular Persons judge for themselves about Points of Faith, cc vhg vvn pno32, vmb vvi cs pns32 vbb pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1? av cst p-acp j c-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi j n2 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1856 and about the Sense of Scripture confirming those Points (because this is to leave every Man to his own private Spirit and Fancy, and about the Sense of Scripture confirming those Points (Because this is to leave every Man to his own private Spirit and Fancy, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d n2 (c-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 d j n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1857 and giddy Brain) yet they are compelled by Necessity, and against their own Principles, to allow a Man, in this case of chusing his Religion, to be a Judge of the Reasons and Arguments which they offer to induce him thereto. and giddy Brain) yet they Are compelled by Necessity, and against their own Principles, to allow a Man, in this case of choosing his Religion, to be a Judge of the Reasons and Arguments which they offer to induce him thereto. cc j n1) av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp po32 d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg po31 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1858 So that, whether they will or no, they must permit him to be a Judge for himself for this once, but not to make a Practice of it, So that, whither they will or no, they must permit him to be a Judge for himself for this once, but not to make a Practice of it, av cst, cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp px31 p-acp d a-acp, p-acp xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1859 or to pretend this Priviledge ever after: or to pretend this Privilege ever After: cc pc-acp vvi d n1 av a-acp: (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1860 For in acknowledgment of this great Favour, of being permitted to judge for himself this once, (which they do unwillingly grant him, For in acknowledgment of this great Favour, of being permitted to judge for himself this once, (which they do unwillingly grant him, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1, pp-f vbg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 d a-acp, (r-crq pns32 vdb av-j vvi pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1861 and upon meer Necessity) he is for ever after to resign up his Judgment to the Church. and upon mere Necessity) he is for ever After to resign up his Judgement to the Church. cc p-acp j n1) pns31 vbz p-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1862 And tho this Liberty be allowed pro hâc vice, and properly to serve a turn, i. e. And though this Liberty be allowed Pro hâc vice, and properly to serve a turn, i. e. cc cs d n1 vbi vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, uh. sy. (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1863 in order to the changing of his Religion; in order to the changing of his Religion; p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1864 yet he is to understand, that he is no fit and competent Judge of particular Points of Faith; yet he is to understand, that he is no fit and competent Judge of particular Points of Faith; av pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vbz dx j cc j n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1865 these he must all learn from the True Church when he is in it, and take them upon her Authority; these he must all Learn from the True Church when he is in it, and take them upon her authority; d pns31 vmb av-d vvi p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp pn31, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1866 and in so doing he shall do very prudently, because She is infallible, and cannot be deceived; but He may. and in so doing he shall do very prudently, Because She is infallible, and cannot be deceived; but He may. cc p-acp av vdg pns31 vmb vdi av av-j, c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc vmbx vbi vvn; cc-acp pns31 vmb. (12) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 114
1867 But is there any Sense in all this, that a Man should be very fit and able to judge of that which they esteem the main and fundamental Point of all, But is there any Sense in all this, that a Man should be very fit and able to judge of that which they esteem the main and fundamental Point of all, cc-acp vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp d d, cst dt n1 vmd vbi av j cc j pc-acp vvi pp-f d r-crq pns32 vvb dt j cc j n1 pp-f d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 114
1868 namely, which is the True Church and Religion; and of the Reasons and Arguments whereby they pretend to demonstrate it; namely, which is the True Church and Religion; and of the Reasons and Arguments whereby they pretend to demonstrate it; av, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1; cc pp-f dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 114
1869 and of the true Meaning of those Texts of Scripture, whereby they pretend to prove theirs to be the only True Church: and of the true Meaning of those Texts of Scripture, whereby they pretend to prove theirs to be the only True Church: cc pp-f dt j vvg pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi png32 p-acp vbi dt j j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 114
1870 and yet should be wholly unable to judge of particular Points of Faith; and yet should be wholly unable to judge of particular Points of Faith; cc av vmd vbi av-jn j pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 114
1871 or of the True Sense of any Texts of Scripture that can be produced for the Proof of those Points? or of the True Sense of any Texts of Scripture that can be produced for the Proof of those Points? cc pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2? (12) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 114
1872 Is it so very prudent, in all the particular Points of Faith, for a Man to rely upon the Judgment of the Church, because She is infallible; Is it so very prudent, in all the particular Points of Faith, for a Man to rely upon the Judgement of the Church, Because She is infallible; vbz pn31 av av j, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1873 and not to trust his own Judgment about them, because He is fallible, and may be deceived? And is it prudent likewise for this Man to trust his own Judgment in the main Business of all; and not to trust his own Judgement about them, Because He is fallible, and may be deceived? And is it prudent likewise for this Man to trust his own Judgement in the main Business of all; cc xx pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc vmb vbi vvn? cc vbz pn31 j av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1874 namely, Which is the true Church and Religion; concerning which he is as fallible in his Judgment, and as liable to be deceived, namely, Which is the true Church and Religion; Concerning which he is as fallible in his Judgement, and as liable to be deceived, av, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1; vvg r-crq pns31 vbz a-acp j p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1875 as in the Particular Points? And if he be mistaken in the main Point, they must grant his Mistake to be fatal; as in the Particular Points? And if he be mistaken in the main Point, they must grant his Mistake to be fatal; c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2? cc cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1876 because his Sincerity, as to all the rest, depends upon it. This is a great Mystery and Riddle; Because his Sincerity, as to all the rest, depends upon it. This is a great Mystery and Riddle; c-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp d dt n1, vvz p-acp pn31. d vbz dt j n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1877 that every particular Man should have so sufficient a Judgment as to this main and fundamental Business, Which is the True Church and Religion; that every particular Man should have so sufficient a Judgement as to this main and fundamental Business, Which is the True Church and Religion; cst d j n1 vmd vhi av j dt n1 c-acp p-acp d j cc j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1878 and should have no Judgment at all about particular Points, fit to be trusted and relied upon! and should have no Judgement At all about particular Points, fit to be trusted and relied upon! cc vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp d p-acp j n2, j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp! (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1879 As if there were a certain Judgment and Prudence, quoad hoc; and as if all Men's Understandings were so framed, As if there were a certain Judgement and Prudence, quoad hoc; and as if all Men's Understandings were so framed, p-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dt j n1 cc n1, av fw-la; cc c-acp cs d ng2 n2 vbdr av vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1880 as to be very judicious and discerning in this main Point of Religion; but to be weak, and dangerous, and blind, as to all particular Points: as to be very judicious and discerning in this main Point of Religion; but to be weak, and dangerous, and blind, as to all particular Points: c-acp pc-acp vbi av j cc vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j, c-acp p-acp d j n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1881 Or, as if a Man might have a very good Judgment, and be fit to be trusted and relyed upon, Or, as if a Man might have a very good Judgement, and be fit to be trusted and relied upon, cc, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vhi dt j j n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1882 before he come into their Church; before he come into their Church; c-acp pns31 vvb p-acp po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1883 but from the very moment he enters into it, his Judgment were quite lost and good for nothing: but from the very moment he enters into it, his Judgement were quite lost and good for nothing: cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, po31 n1 vbdr av vvn cc j p-acp pix: (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1884 For this in effect and by interpretation they say, when they allow a Man to be very able to judge which is the true Church and Religion; For this in Effect and by Interpretation they say, when they allow a Man to be very able to judge which is the true Church and Religion; c-acp d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 pns32 vvb, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi av j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1885 but so soon as he hath discovered and embraced that, to have no Judgment of his own afterwards of any Point of Religion whatsoever; but so soon as he hath discovered and embraced that, to have no Judgement of his own afterwards of any Point of Religion whatsoever; cc-acp av av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd cst, pc-acp vhi dx n1 pp-f po31 d av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq; (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1886 and a very tempting Argument it is to any Man that hath Judgment, to enter into that Church. and a very tempting Argument it is to any Man that hath Judgement, to enter into that Church. cc dt j j-vvg n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp d n1 cst vhz n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 114
1887 2. Another Art they use with their intended Proselyte, in order to his makeing a right choice of his Religion, is to caution him, to hear and read only the Arguments and Books which are on one side. 2. another Art they use with their intended Proselyte, in order to his making a right choice of his Religion, is to caution him, to hear and read only the Arguments and Books which Are on one side. crd j-jn n1 pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz p-acp n1 pno31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr p-acp crd n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1888 But now admitting their designed Proselyte to be just such a Judge, and so far as they will allow him to be, But now admitting their designed Proselyte to be just such a Judge, and so Far as they will allow him to be, p-acp av vvg po32 vvn n1 pc-acp vbi j d dt n1, cc av av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1889 and no farther, viz. Which is the true Church; and no farther, viz. Which is the true Church; cc dx av-jc, n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1890 but to have no Fitness and Ability at all to judge of particular Points of Faith; but to have no Fitness and Ability At all to judge of particular Points of Faith; cc-acp pc-acp vhi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1891 yet methinks they put a very odd Condition, and untoward Restraint upon this Judge, in telling him, (as they certainly use to do those whom they would pervert) That he must have no Discourse, yet methinks they put a very odd Condition, and untoward Restraint upon this Judge, in telling him, (as they Certainly use to do those whom they would pervert) That he must have no Discourse, av vvb pns32 vvd dt j j n1, cc j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg pno31, (c-acp pns32 av-j vvb pc-acp vdi d r-crq pns32 vmd vvi) cst pns31 vmb vhi dx n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1892 nor read any Books, but only on that side which they would gain him to; nor read any Books, but only on that side which they would gain him to; ccx vvi d n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1893 because that is the way to perplex and confound him, so that he shall never be able to come to a clear Judgment and Resolution in the Matter. Because that is the Way to perplex and confound him, so that he shall never be able to come to a clear Judgement and Resolution in the Matter. c-acp cst vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, av cst pns31 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1894 But will any Man admit this way of proceeding in a Temporal Case? This is just as if in a Cause of the greatest consequence, the Councel on one side should go about to persuade the Judge, that it is only fit to hear what he hath to say in the Case; But will any Man admit this Way of proceeding in a Temporal Case? This is just as if in a Cause of the greatest consequence, the Council on one side should go about to persuade the Judge, that it is only fit to hear what he hath to say in the Case; cc-acp vmb d n1 vvb d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j n1? d vbz j c-acp cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, dt n1 p-acp crd n1 vmd vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pn31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1895 that he will open it very plainly, and state the Matter in difference of clearly and impartially, that he will open it very plainly, and state the Matter in difference of clearly and impartially, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j, cc n1 dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f av-j cc av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1896 and bring such strong Reasons and Proofs for what he says, that he shall not need to hear any thing on the other side, and bring such strong Reasons and Proofs for what he Says, that he shall not need to hear any thing on the other side, cc vvi d j n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1897 but may proceed to Judgment without any more ado: but may proceed to Judgement without any more ado: cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d dc n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1898 But if when the matter is thus laid before him so plainly, and is even ripe for Judgment, he will trouble himself needlesly to hear, the other side; But if when the matter is thus laid before him so plainly, and is even ripe for Judgement, he will trouble himself needlessly to hear, the other side; cc-acp cs c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp pno31 av av-j, cc vbz av j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi px31 av-j pc-acp vvi, dt j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1899 this will cast him back where they first began, and bring the Matter to an endless wrangling, this will cast him back where they First began, and bring the Matter to an endless wrangling, d vmb vvi pno31 av c-crq pns32 ord vvd, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg, (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1900 and so confound and puzzle his Understanding, that he shall never be able to pass any clear Judgment in the Cause. and so confound and puzzle his Understanding, that he shall never be able to pass any clear Judgement in the Cause. cc av vvb cc vvi po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 114
1901 What think we would a Judge say to such a bold and senseless Pleader? The Case is the same, What think we would a Judge say to such a bold and senseless Pleader? The Case is the same, q-crq vvb pns12 vmd dt n1 vvb p-acp d dt j cc j n1? dt n1 vbz dt d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 387 Image 114
1902 and the Absurdity every whit as gross and palpable, in pressing any Man to make a Judgment in a Matter which infinitely more concerns him, upon hearing only the Reasons and Arguments on one side. and the Absurdity every whit as gross and palpable, in pressing any Man to make a Judgement in a Matter which infinitely more concerns him, upon hearing only the Reasons and Arguments on one side. cc dt n1 d n1 c-acp j cc j, p-acp vvg d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-j n1 vvz pno31, p-acp vvg av-j dt n2 cc n2 p-acp crd n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 387 Image 114
1903 3. Another Art which they use in makeing Proselytes, is to possess them, that there is but One thing that they are mainly concern'd to enquire into, and that is this; 3. another Art which they use in making Proselytes, is to possess them, that there is but One thing that they Are mainly concerned to inquire into, and that is this; crd j-jn n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp vvg n2, vbz pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc d vbz d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1904 Since there is but one true Catholick Church of Christ upon Earth, out of which there is no Salvation to be had; Which that True Church is; Since there is but one true Catholic Church of christ upon Earth, out of which there is no Salvation to be had; Which that True Church is; c-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp pi j njp n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, av pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn; r-crq cst j n1 vbz; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1905 And when they have found that out, that will teach them in a most Infallible way the True Faith and Religion, And when they have found that out, that will teach them in a most Infallible Way the True Faith and Religion, cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn cst av, cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 dt j n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1906 and all things that are necessary to be believed or done by them, in order to their Salvation; and all things that Are necessary to be believed or done by them, in order to their Salvation; cc d n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vdn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1907 so that they have nothing to do, but to satisfie themselves in this single Enquiry; so that they have nothing to do, but to satisfy themselves in this single Enquiry; av cst pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1908 Which is the True Catholick Church of Christ? This is the Vnum necessarium, the one thing necessary; Which is the True Catholic Church of christ? This is the One Necessary, the one thing necessary; r-crq vbz dt j njp n1 pp-f np1? d vbz dt fw-la fw-la, dt crd n1 j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1909 and when they have found out this, and are satisfied about it, they need to enquire no farther; and when they have found out this, and Are satisfied about it, they need to inquire no farther; cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn av d, cc vbr vvn p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dx av-jc; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1910 this Church will fully instruct and satisfie them in all other things. this Church will Fully instruct and satisfy them in all other things. d n1 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d j-jn n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1911 And this I cannot deny to be a very Artificial way of proceeding, and to serve their purpose very well; And this I cannot deny to be a very Artificial Way of proceeding, and to serve their purpose very well; cc d pns11 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi dt av j n1 pp-f vvg, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1912 for they have these two great Advantages by it. for they have these two great Advantages by it. c-acp pns32 vhb d crd j n2 p-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 114
1913 1. That it makes the work short, and saves them a great deal of labour, by bringing the whole Business to one single Enquiry: 1. That it makes the work short, and saves them a great deal of labour, by bringing the Whole Business to one single Enquiry: crd cst pn31 vvz dt n1 j, cc vvz pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp crd j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1914 and when they have gained this Point, that this single Question is all that they need to be satisfied in; and when they have gained this Point, that this single Question is all that they need to be satisfied in; cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d n1, cst d j n1 vbz d cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1915 then they have nothing to do, but to ply and puzzle the Man with their Motives of Credibility, then they have nothing to do, but to ply and puzzle the Man with their Motives of Credibility, av pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1916 and Marks of the true Church; and to shew, as well as they can, how these Marks agree to Their Church, and Marks of the true Church; and to show, as well as they can, how these Marks agree to Their Church, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1; cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb, c-crq d n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1917 and are all to be found in it, and in no other; and Are all to be found in it, and in no other; cc vbr av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc p-acp dx j-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1918 and to set out to the best advantage the Glorious Priviledges of Their Church, the Miraculous things that have been and are still daily done in it, and to Set out to the best advantage the Glorious Privileges of Their Church, the Miraculous things that have been and Are still daily done in it, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt js n1 dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, dt j n2 cst vhb vbn cc vbr av av-j vdn p-acp pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1919 and the innumerable multitude of their Saints and Martyrs: and the innumerable multitude of their Saints and Martyrs: cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1920 and if these General Things take and sink into them, their work is in effect done. and if these General Things take and sink into them, their work is in Effect done. cc cs d j n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32, po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1 vdn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 114
1921 2. Another great Advantage they have by it, is, That by bringing them to this Method, they divert and keep them off from the many Objects against their Church and Religion, 2. another great Advantage they have by it, is, That by bringing them to this Method, they divert and keep them off from the many Objects against their Church and Religion, crd j-jn j n1 pns32 vhb p-acp pn31, vbz, cst p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt d n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1922 namely, the Errors and Corruptions which we charge them withal. namely, the Errors and Corruptions which we charge them withal. av, dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb pno32 av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1923 For this is the thing they are afraid of, and will by no means be brought to; For this is the thing they Are afraid of, and will by no means be brought to; p-acp d vbz dt n1 pns32 vbr j pp-f, cc vmb p-acp dx n2 vbb vvn p-acp; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1924 to vindicate and make good their Innovations in Faith and Practice, so plainly in many things contrary to Scripture, to vindicate and make good their Innovations in Faith and Practice, so plainly in many things contrary to Scripture, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, av av-j p-acp d n2 j-jn p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1925 and to the Faith and Practice of the Primitive Church; and to the Faith and Practice of the Primitive Church; cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1926 as the Doctrines of Transubstantiation, of Purgatory, the Popes Supremacy, of the Infallibility of their Church, of their Seven Sacraments Instituted by Christ, as the Doctrines of Transubstantiation, of Purgatory, the Popes Supremacy, of the Infallibility of their Church, of their Seven Sacraments Instituted by christ, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, dt ng1 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pp-f po32 crd n2 vvn p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1927 and of the Intention of the Priest being necessary to the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments: and of the Intention of the Priest being necessary to the Validity and Virtue of the Sacraments: cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1928 and then several of their Practices; and then several of their Practices; cc av j pp-f po32 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1929 as of the Worship of Images, of the Invocation of Angels and Saints, of the Service of God and the Scriptures in an Vnknown Tongue, and the Communion in one Kind; as of the Worship of Images, of the Invocation of Angels and Saints, of the Service of God and the Scriptures in an Unknown Tongue, and the Communion in one Kind; c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 p-acp crd j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1930 and several other things, so plainly contrary to the Scriptures, and the Practice and Usage of the Primitive Church, that almost the meanest Capacity may easily be made sensible and convinced of it. and several other things, so plainly contrary to the Scriptures, and the Practice and Usage of the Primitive Church, that almost the Meanest Capacity may Easily be made sensible and convinced of it. cc j j-jn n2, av av-j j-jn p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst av dt js n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn j cc j-vvn pp-f pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1931 These are sore places, which they desire not to have touched, and therefore they use all possible Artifice, to keep Men at a distance from them; These Are soar places, which they desire not to have touched, and Therefore they use all possible Artifice, to keep Men At a distance from them; d vbr j n2, r-crq pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vhi vvn, cc av pns32 vvb d j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1932 partly because the particular discussion of them is tedious, and it requires more than ordinary Skill, to say any thing that is tenable for them, partly Because the particular discussion of them is tedious, and it requires more than ordinary Skill, to say any thing that is tenable for them, av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vbz j, cc pn31 vvz av-dc cs j n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz j p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1933 and so to paint and varnish them over, as to hide the Corruptions and Deformities of them; and so to paint and varnish them over, as to hide the Corruptions and Deformities of them; cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1934 but chiefly, because they are conscious to themselves, that as in all these Points they are upon the Defensive, but chiefly, Because they Are conscious to themselves, that as in all these Points they Are upon the Defensive, cc-acp av-jn, c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp px32, cst c-acp p-acp d d n2 pns32 vbr p-acp dt j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1935 so they are also upon very great Disadvantages; so they Are also upon very great Disadvantages; av pns32 vbr av p-acp av j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1936 and therefore to avoid, if it be possible, being troubled with them, they have devised this shorter, and Therefore to avoid, if it be possible, being troubled with them, they have devised this shorter, cc av pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vbb j, vbg vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb vvn d jc, (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1937 and easier, and more convenient way of making Proselytes. Not that they are always able to keep themselves thus within their Trenches; and Easier, and more convenient Way of making Proselytes. Not that they Are always able to keep themselves thus within their Trenches; cc av-jc, cc av-dc j n1 pp-f vvg n2. xx cst pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi px32 av p-acp po32 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 114
1938 but are sometimes, whether they will or no, drawn out to Encounter some of these Objections: but Are sometime, whither they will or no, drawn out to Encounter Some of these Objections: cc-acp vbr av, cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx, vvn av p-acp vvb d pp-f d n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1939 but they rid themselves of them as soon, and as dexterously as they can, by telling those that make them, that they will hereafter give them full Satisfaction to all these Matters, but they rid themselves of them as soon, and as dexterously as they can, by telling those that make them, that they will hereafter give them full Satisfaction to all these Matters, cc-acp pns32 vvd px32 pp-f pno32 c-acp av, cc c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb, p-acp vvg d cst vvb pno32, cst pns32 vmb av vvi pno32 j n1 p-acp d d n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1940 when they are gotten over the first and main Enquiry; Which is the true Church? For if they can keep them to this Point, when they Are got over the First and main Enquiry; Which is the true Church? For if they can keep them to this Point, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt ord cc j n1; r-crq vbz dt j n1? p-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1941 and gain them to it, they can deal with them more easily in the rest; and gain them to it, they can deal with them more Easily in the rest; cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1942 for when they can once swallow this Principle, That the Church of Rome is the One True Catholick Church, for when they can once swallow this Principle, That the Church of Room is the One True Catholic Church, p-acp c-crq pns32 vmb a-acp vvi d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt crd j njp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1943 and consequently, as they have told them all along, Infallible; and consequently, as they have told them all along, Infallible; cc av-j, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno32 d a-acp, j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1944 this Infallibility of the Church once entertained, will cover a multitude of particular Errors and Mistakes; this Infallibility of the Church once entertained, will cover a multitude of particular Errors and Mistakes; d n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vvn, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1945 and it will very much help to cure the weakness and defects of some particular Doctrines and Practices, and it will very much help to cure the weakness and defects of Some particular Doctrines and Practices, cc pn31 vmb av av-d vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1946 and at least to silence and over-rule all Objections against them. and At least to silence and overrule all Objections against them. cc p-acp ds p-acp n1 cc vvi d n2 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1947 So that the benefit and advantage of this Method is visibly and at first sight very great; So that the benefit and advantage of this Method is visibly and At First sighed very great; av cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-j cc p-acp ord n1 av j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1948 and therefore no wonder they are so steady and constant to it, and do so obstinately insist upon it. and Therefore no wonder they Are so steady and constant to it, and do so obstinately insist upon it. cc av dx n1 pns32 vbr av j cc j p-acp pn31, cc vdb av av-j vvi p-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1949 But how convenient soever it be to them; it is, I am sure, very unreasonable in it self; and that upon these Accounts. But how convenient soever it be to them; it is, I am sure, very unreasonable in it self; and that upon these Accounts. p-acp c-crq j av pn31 vbb p-acp pno32; pn31 vbz, pns11 vbm j, av j p-acp pn31 n1; cc cst p-acp d n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 114
1950 1. Because the True Church doth not constitute and make the True Christian Faith and Doctrine; 1. Because the True Church does not constitute and make the True Christian Faith and Doctrine; crd p-acp dt j n1 vdz xx vvi cc vvi dt j njp n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 114
1951 but it is the True Christian Faith and Doctrine, the Profession whereof makes the True Church; but it is the True Christian Faith and Doctrine, the Profession whereof makes the True Church; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j njp n1 cc n1, dt n1 c-crq vvz dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 114
1952 and therefore in Reason and Order of Nature, the first Enquiry must be; and Therefore in Reason and Order of Nature, the First Enquiry must be; cc av p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt ord n1 vmb vbi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 114
1953 What is the True Faith and Doctrine of Christ, which by him was delivered to the Apostles, What is the True Faith and Doctrine of christ, which by him was Delivered to the Apostles, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp pno31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 114
1954 and by them publish'd and made known to the World, and by their Writings Transmitted and Conveyed down to us? And this being found, every Society of Christians which holds this Doctrine, is a True Part of the Catholick Church; and by them published and made known to the World, and by their Writings Transmitted and Conveyed down to us? And this being found, every Society of Christians which holds this Doctrine, is a True Part of the Catholic Church; cc p-acp pno32 vvn cc vvn vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po32 n2-vvg vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp pno12? cc d vbg vvn, d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 114
1955 and all the Christians throughout the World that agree in this Doctrine, are the One True Catholick Church. and all the Christians throughout the World that agree in this Doctrine, Are the One True Catholic Church. cc d dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1 cst vvb p-acp d n1, vbr dt crd j njp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 114
1956 2. The Enquiry about the True Church can have no Issue, even according to their own way of proceeding, without a due Examination of the particular Doctrines and Practices of that Church, the Communion whereof they would perswade a Man to embrace. 2. The Enquiry about the True Church can have no Issue, even according to their own Way of proceeding, without a due Examination of the particular Doctrines and Practices of that Church, the Communion whereof they would persuade a Man to embrace. crd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vhi dx n1, av vvg p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, dt n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1957 We will admit at present this to be the first Enquiry; We will admit At present this to be the First Enquiry; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j d pc-acp vbi dt ord n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1958 Which is the True Church? Let us now see in what way they manage this, to gain Men over to their Church. Which is the True Church? Let us now see in what Way they manage this, to gain Men over to their Church. r-crq vbz dt j n1? vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvb d, pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp p-acp po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1959 They tell them, that the Church of Rome is the One True Catholick Church of Christ. They tell them, that the Church of Room is the One True Catholic Church of christ. pns32 vvb pno32, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt crd j njp n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1960 The truth of this Assertion we will particularly examine afterwards, when we come to consider the next step of their Method, in dealing with their Converts. The truth of this Assertion we will particularly examine afterwards, when we come to Consider the next step of their Method, in dealing with their Converts. dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi av, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po32 vvz. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1961 At present I shall only take notice in the General, what way they take to prove this Assertion; At present I shall only take notice in the General, what Way they take to prove this Assertion; p-acp j pns11 vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1962 namely, That the Church of Rome is the One True Catholick Church; namely, That the Church of Room is the One True Catholic Church; av, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt crd j njp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1963 and that is, by the Notes and Marks of the True Church, which they call their Motives of Credibility; because by these they design to perswade them, that the Church of Rome is the One True Catholick Church. and that is, by the Notes and Marks of the True Church, which they call their Motives of Credibility; Because by these they Design to persuade them, that the Church of Room is the One True Catholic Church. cc d vbz, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2 pp-f n1; c-acp p-acp d pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt crd j njp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1964 I shall not now reckon up all the Notes and Marks which they give of the True Church; I shall not now reckon up all the Notes and Marks which they give of the True Church; pns11 vmb xx av vvi a-acp d dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1965 but only observe, that one of their Principal Marks of the True Church is this; but only observe, that one of their Principal Marks of the True Church is this; cc-acp av-j vvi, cst pi pp-f po32 j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbz d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1966 That the Faith and Doctrine of it be agreeable to the Doctrine of the Primitive and Apostolick Church, ( i. e. ) to the Doctrine delivered by our Saviour and his Apostles: That the Faith and Doctrine of it be agreeable to the Doctrine of the Primitive and Apostolic Church, (i. e.) to the Doctrine Delivered by our Saviour and his Apostles: cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (pns11. sy.) p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1967 And this Bellarmine makes one of the Marks of the True Church. And they must unavoidably make it so; And this Bellarmine makes one of the Marks of the True Church. And they must avoidable make it so; cc d np1 vvz crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. cc pns32 vmb av-j vvi pn31 av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1968 because the True Faith and Doctrine of Christ, is that which indeed Constitutes the True Church. Because the True Faith and Doctrine of christ, is that which indeed Constitutes the True Church. c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz d r-crq av n2 dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1969 But if this be an Essential Mark of the True Church; But if this be an Essential Mark of the True Church; p-acp cs d vbb dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1970 then no Man can possibly know the Church of Rome to be the True Church, till he have examin'd the particular Doctrines and Practices of it, then no Man can possibly know the Church of Room to be the True Church, till he have examined the particular Doctrines and Practices of it, av dx n1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vhb vvn dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1971 and the Agreement of them with the Primitive Doctrine and Practice of Christianity; and the Agreement of them with the Primitive Doctrine and Practice of Christianity; cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1972 and this necessarily draws on and engages them in a dispute of the particular Points and Differences betwixt us; and this necessarily draws on and engages them in a dispute of the particular Points and Differences betwixt us; cc d av-j vvz a-acp cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1973 which is the very thing they would avoid by this Method, and which I have now plainly shewed they cannot do; which is the very thing they would avoid by this Method, and which I have now plainly showed they cannot do; r-crq vbz dt j n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cc r-crq pns11 vhb av av-j vvd pns32 vmbx vdi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1974 because they cannot possibly prove their Church to be the True Church, without shewing the Conformity of their Doctrines and Practices, to the Doctrine and Practice of the Primitive and Apostolick Church; Because they cannot possibly prove their Church to be the True Church, without showing the Conformity of their Doctrines and Practices, to the Doctrine and Practice of the Primitive and Apostolic Church; c-acp pns32 vmbx av-j vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1975 and this will give them work enough, and will, whether they will or no, draw them out of their Hold and Fastness; and this will give them work enough, and will, whither they will or no, draw them out of their Hold and Fastness; cc d vmb vvi pno32 vvi av-d, cc vmb, cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx, vvb pno32 av pp-f po32 vvb cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1976 which is to amuse People with a general Enquiry, Which is the true Church; without descending to the Examination of their particular Doctrines and Practices. which is to amuse People with a general Enquiry, Which is the true Church; without descending to the Examination of their particular Doctrines and Practices. r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1; p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1977 But this they must of necessity come to, before they can prove by the Notes and Marks of the True Church, that theirs is the True Church. But this they must of necessity come to, before they can prove by the Notes and Marks of the True Church, that theirs is the True Church. p-acp d pns32 vmb pp-f n1 vvn p-acp, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, cst png32 vbz dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 114
1978 And this is a Demonstration, that their Method of Satisfaction, as it is Unnatural and Unreasonable, And this is a Demonstration, that their Method of Satisfaction, as it is Unnatural and Unreasonable, cc d vbz dt n1, cst po32 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 114
1979 so it cannot serve the purpose they aim at by it; so it cannot serve the purpose they aim At by it; av pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 114
1980 which is, to divert Men from the Examination of the particular Points in Difference between the Church of Rome and Us, which is, to divert Men from the Examination of the particular Points in Difference between the Church of Room and Us, r-crq vbz, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb cc pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 114
1981 and to gain them over to them by a wile and trick; and to gain them over to them by a wile and trick; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 114
1982 because the very Method they take to prove themselves to be the True Catholick Church, will enforce them to justifie all their particular Doctrines and Practices, Because the very Method they take to prove themselves to be the True Catholic Church, will enforce them to justify all their particular Doctrines and Practices, c-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vbi dt j njp n1, vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d po32 j n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 114
1983 before they can finish this Proof. And here we fix our foot; before they can finish this Proof. And Here we fix our foot; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi d n1. cc av pns12 vvb po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 114
1984 That the single Question and Point, upon which they would put the whole Issue of the Matter, cannot possibly be brought to any reasonable Issue, without a particular Discussion and Examination of the Points in Difference betwixt Their Church and Ours: That the single Question and Point, upon which they would put the Whole Issue of the Matter, cannot possibly be brought to any reasonable Issue, without a particular Discussion and Examination of the Points in Difference betwixt Their Church and Ours: cst dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, vmbx av-j vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc png12: (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1985 and when they can make out these to be agreeable to the Primitive Doctrine and Practice of the Christian Church; and when they can make out these to be agreeable to the Primitive Doctrine and Practice of the Christian Church; cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi av d pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1986 we have reason to be satisfied, that the Church of Rome is a Church, in the Communion whereof a Man may be safe: we have reason to be satisfied, that the Church of Room is a Church, in the Communion whereof a Man may be safe: pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1987 But till that be made out; But till that be made out; cc-acp c-acp d vbb vvn av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1988 they have done nothing to perswade any Man that understands himself, that it is safe, much less necessary to be of their Communion. they have done nothing to persuade any Man that understands himself, that it is safe, much less necessary to be of their Communion. pns32 vhb vdn pix p-acp vvi d n1 cst vvz px31, cst pn31 vbz j, av-d av-dc j pc-acp vbi pp-f po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1989 But if particular Points must be discussed and cleared, before a Man can be satisfied in the Enquiry after the True Church; But if particular Points must be discussed and cleared, before a Man can be satisfied in the Enquiry After the True Church; p-acp cs j n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1990 then they must allow their intended Convert to be a Judge likewise of particular Points; then they must allow their intended Convert to be a Judge likewise of particular Points; av pns32 vmb vvi po32 j-vvn vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 av pp-f j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1991 and if he be sufficient for that too, before he comes into their Church, I do not see of what use the Infallibility of the Church will be to him, when he is in it. and if he be sufficient for that too, before he comes into their Church, I do not see of what use the Infallibility of the Church will be to him, when he is in it. cc cs pns31 vbb j p-acp d av, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi pp-f r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1992 A SERMON, ON HEB. X. 23. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering; A SERMON, ON HEBREW. X. 23. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering; dt n1, p-acp n1. fw-la crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1993 for he is faithful that promised. I Have already made a considerable Progress in my Discourse upon these Words; for he is faithful that promised. I Have already made a considerable Progress in my Discourse upon these Words; c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. pns11 vhb av vvn dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 114
1994 in which I told you, there is an Exhortation to hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering: in which I told you, there is an Exhortation to hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering: p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pn22, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg: (13) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 114
1995 and an Argument or Encouragement thereto; because he is faithful that promised. and an Argument or Encouragement thereto; Because he is faithful that promised. cc dt n1 cc n1 av; c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vvd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 114
1996 I am yet upon the First of these, the Exhortation to hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; I am yet upon the First of these, the Exhortation to hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering; pns11 vbm av p-acp dt ord pp-f d, dt n1 p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 114
1997 by which I told you the Apostle doth not intend, that those who are capable of examining the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion, should not have the Liberty to do it: by which I told you the Apostle does not intend, that those who Are capable of examining the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion, should not have the Liberty to do it: p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 dt n1 vdz xx vvi, cst d r-crq vbr j pp-f vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, vmd xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 114
1998 nor that ▪ when upon due Enquiry they are, as they verily believe, established in the true Faith and Religion; nor that ▪ when upon due Enquiry they Are, as they verily believe, established in the true Faith and Religion; ccx cst ▪ q-crq p-acp j-jn n1 pns32 vbr, c-acp pns32 av-j vvb, vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 114
1999 they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that is fairly offered against their present Persuasion. they should obstinately refuse to hear any Reason that is fairly offered against their present Persuasion. pns32 vmd av-j vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz av-j vvn p-acp po32 j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 114
2000 And then I proceeded to shew positively, And then I proceeded to show positively, cc av pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 397 Image 114
2001 First, What it is that we are here exhorted to hold fast, (viz.) The Confession or Profession of our Faith; First, What it is that we Are Here exhorted to hold fast, (viz.) The Confessi or Profession of our Faith; ord, q-crq pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp vvb av-j, (n1) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 398 Image 114
2002 the ancient Christian Faith, of which every Christian makes Profession in his Baptism. For it is of that the Apostle here speaks, as appears plainly by the Context. the ancient Christian Faith, of which every Christian makes Profession in his Baptism. For it is of that the Apostle Here speaks, as appears plainly by the Context. dt j njp n1, pp-f r-crq d njp vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp pn31 vbz pp-f d dt n1 av vvz, c-acp vvz av-j p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 398 Image 114
2003 Secondly, How we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith. And of this I gave Account in these following Particulars. Secondly, How we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith. And of this I gave Account in these following Particulars. ord, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. cc pp-f d pns11 vvd vvb p-acp d j-vvg n2-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 114
2004 1. We should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. 1. We should hold fast the Profession of our Faith, against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. crd pns12 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 400 Image 114
2005 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, contrary to plain Scripture and Reason, and the common Sense of Mankind; 2. And much more against the Confidence of Men, contrary to plain Scripture and Reason, and the Common Sense of Mankind; crd cc av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, j-jn p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 401 Image 114
2006 of which I gave you particular Instances. 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World. of which I gave you particular Instances. 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World. pp-f r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 j n2. crd p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 401 Image 114
2007 4. Against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, and groundless Hopes of getting to Heaven upon easier Terms, in some other Church and Religion. I am now upon the 4. Against all vain Promises of being put into a safer Condition, and groundless Hope's of getting to Heaven upon Easier Terms, in Some other Church and Religion. I am now upon the crd p-acp d j vvz pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, cc j ng1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1. pns11 vbm av p-acp dt (13) sermon (DIV1) 403 Image 114
2008 5. And Last Particular I mentioned, namely, That we are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busie and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, 5. And Last Particular I mentioned, namely, That we Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busy and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, crd cc vvb j-jn pns11 vvd, av, cst pns12 vbr p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc vvg n2, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 114
2009 and to make Proselytes to their Party and Faction. and to make Proselytes to their Party and Faction. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 114
2010 I have already mentioned some of the Arts which they use, (I mean particularly them of the Church of Rome ) in making Proselytes to their Religion; I have already mentioned Some of the Arts which they use, (I mean particularly them of the Church of Room) in making Proselytes to their Religion; pns11 vhb av vvn d pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb, (pns11 vvb av-j pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb) p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 114
2011 and I have shewn the Absurdity and Unreasonableness of them. As, and I have shown the Absurdity and Unreasonableness of them. As, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 114
2012 First, In allowing Men to be very competent and sufficient Judges for themselves, in the Choice of their Religion; First, In allowing Men to be very competent and sufficient Judges for themselves, in the Choice of their Religion; ord, p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vbi av j cc j n2 p-acp px32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 114
2013 ( i. e. which is the True Church and Religion in which alone Salvation is to be had) and yet telling them at the same time, that they are utterly incapable of judging of particular Doctrines and Points of Faith. (i. e. which is the True Church and Religion in which alone Salvation is to be had) and yet telling them At the same time, that they Are utterly incapable of judging of particular Doctrines and Points of Faith. (pns11. sy. r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn) cc av vvg pno32 p-acp dt d n1, cst pns32 vbr av-j j pp-f vvg pp-f j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 114
2014 As for these, they must rely upon the Judgment of an Infallible Church; and if they do not, they will certainly run into damnable Errors and Mistakes. As for these, they must rely upon the Judgement of an Infallible Church; and if they do not, they will Certainly run into damnable Errors and Mistakes. p-acp p-acp d, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; cc cs pns32 vdb xx, pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 114
2015 And they must of necessity allow them the first, a sufficient Ability to judge for themselves in the Choice of their Religion: And they must of necessity allow them the First, a sufficient Ability to judge for themselves in the Choice of their Religion: cc pns32 vmb pp-f n1 vvb pno32 dt ord, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 114
2016 Otherwise in vain do they offer them Arguments to perswade them to Theirs; if they cannot judge of the Force of them. Otherwise in vain do they offer them Arguments to persuade them to Theirs; if they cannot judge of the Force of them. av p-acp j vdb pns32 vvi pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp png32; cs pns32 vmbx vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 114
2017 But now, after this, to deny them all Ability to judge of particular Doctrines and Points of Faith, is a very absurd and inconsistent Pretence. But now, After this, to deny them all Ability to judge of particular Doctrines and Points of Faith, is a very absurd and inconsistent Pretence. p-acp av, c-acp d, pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbz dt av j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 114
2018 Secondly, Another Art they use, in order to their making a right Choice of their Religion, is earnestly to perswade them to hear and read only the Arguments and Books on Their side: Secondly, another Art they use, in order to their making a right Choice of their Religion, is earnestly to persuade them to hear and read only the Arguments and Books on Their side: ord, j-jn n1 pns32 vvb, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j dt n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 114
2019 Which is just as if one should go about to persuade a Judge, in order to the better understanding and clearer Decision of a Cause, to hear only the Council on one side. Which is just as if one should go about to persuade a Judge, in order to the better understanding and clearer Decision of a Cause, to hear only the Council on one side. r-crq vbz j c-acp cs pi vmd vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cc jc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp crd n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 114
2020 Thirdly, They tell them, that the only thing they are to enquire into, is, which is the True Church, the one Catholick Church mentioned in the Creed, out of which there is no Salvation; Thirdly, They tell them, that the only thing they Are to inquire into, is, which is the True Church, the one Catholic Church mentioned in the Creed, out of which there is no Salvation; ord, pns32 vvb pno32, cst dt j n1 pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz, r-crq vbz dt j n1, dt crd njp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, av pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 114
2021 and when they have found that, they are to rely upon the Authority of that Church, which is Infallible, for all other things. and when they have found that, they Are to rely upon the authority of that Church, which is Infallible, for all other things. cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn cst, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz j, c-acp d j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 114
2022 And this Method they wisely take, to avoid particular Disputes about the Innovations and Errors which we charge them withal. And this Method they wisely take, to avoid particular Disputes about the Innovations and Errors which we charge them withal. cc d n1 pns32 av-j vvb, pc-acp vvi j vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb pno32 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 114
2023 But I have shewn at large, that this cannot be the First Enquiry: Because it is not the true Church, that makes the true Christian Faith and Doctrine; But I have shown At large, that this cannot be the First Enquiry: Because it is not the true Church, that makes the true Christian Faith and Doctrine; p-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp j, cst d vmbx vbi dt ord n1: c-acp pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, cst vvz dt j njp n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 114
2024 but the Profession of the true Christian Faith and Doctrine, which makes the true Church. but the Profession of the true Christian Faith and Doctrine, which makes the true Church. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j njp n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 114
2025 Besides, their way of proving Their Church to be the only true Church, being by the Marks and Properties of the true Church, of which the Chief is, The Conformity of their Doctrines and Practices with the Primitive and Apostolical Church; Beside, their Way of proving Their Church to be the only true Church, being by the Marks and Properties of the true Church, of which the Chief is, The Conformity of their Doctrines and Practices with the Primitive and Apostolical Church; a-acp, po32 n1 pp-f vvg po32 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j j n1, vbg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, pp-f r-crq dt n-jn vbz, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2026 this unavoidably draws on an Examination of their particular Doctrines and Practices, whether they be conformable to those of the Primitive and Apostolical Church, this avoidable draws on an Examination of their particular Doctrines and Practices, whither they be conformable to those of the Primitive and Apostolical Church, d av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vbb j p-acp d pp-f dt j cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2027 before their great Enquiry, Which is the True Church, can be brought to any Issue; before their great Enquiry, Which is the True Church, can be brought to any Issue; p-acp po32 j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2028 which it is plain it can never be, without entring into the Ocean of particular Disputes, which they desire above all things to avoid. which it is plain it can never be, without entering into the Ocean of particular Disputes, which they desire above all things to avoid. q-crq pn31 vbz j pn31 vmb av-x vbi, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j vvz, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2029 So that they are never the nearer by this Method; So that they Are never the nearer by this Method; av cst pns32 vbr av-x dt av-jc p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2030 they can neither shorten their Work by it, nor keep off the Examination of their particular Errors and Corruptions; they can neither shorten their Work by it, nor keep off the Examination of their particular Errors and Corruptions; pns32 vmb av-dx vvi po32 n1 p-acp pn31, ccx vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2031 which are a very sore place, and they cannot endure we should touch it. which Are a very soar place, and they cannot endure we should touch it. r-crq vbr dt j j n1, cc pns32 vmbx vvi pns12 vmd vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 114
2032 I shall now proceed to discover some other Arts and Methods which they use in seducing People to Their Church and Religion, I shall now proceed to discover Some other Arts and Methods which they use in seducing People to Their Church and Religion, pns11 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 114
2033 and shall be as brief in them as I can. and shall be as brief in them as I can. cc vmb vbi a-acp j p-acp pno32 c-acp pns11 vmb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 114
2034 Fourthly, They pretend, that the Roman Church is the Catholick Church, ( i. e. ) the Visible Society of all Christians, united to the Bishop of Rome, as the Supream Pastor and Visible Head of Christ's Church upon Earth: Fourthly, They pretend, that the Roman Church is the Catholic Church, (i. e.) the Visible Society of all Christians, united to the Bishop of Rome, as the Supreme Pastor and Visible Head of Christ's Church upon Earth: ord, pns32 vvb, cst dt njp n1 vbz dt njp n1, (pns11. sy.) dt j n1 pp-f d np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 114
2035 from whence it clearly follows, That it is necessary to all Christians to joyn themselves to the Communion of the Roman Church; from whence it clearly follows, That it is necessary to all Christians to join themselves to the Communion of the Roman Church; p-acp c-crq pn31 av-j vvz, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp d np1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 114
2036 otherwise they cannot be Members of the Catholick Church of Christ, out of which there is no Salvation. otherwise they cannot be Members of the Catholic Church of christ, out of which there is no Salvation. av pns32 vmbx vbi np1 pp-f dt njp n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 114
2037 We grant the Consequence, That if the Roman Church be the Catholick Church, it is necessary to be of that Communion; We grant the Consequence, That if the Roman Church be the Catholic Church, it is necessary to be of that Communion; pns12 vvb dt n1, cst cs dt njp n1 vbb dt njp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2038 because out of the Catholick Church there is ordinarily no Salvation to be had. Because out of the Catholic Church there is ordinarily no Salvation to be had. c-acp av pp-f dt njp n1 pc-acp vbz av-j dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2039 But how do they prove, that the Roman Church is the Catholick Church? They would fain have us so civil, But how do they prove, that the Roman Church is the Catholic Church? They would fain have us so civil, p-acp q-crq vdb pns32 vvi, cst dt njp n1 vbz dt njp n1? pns32 vmd av-j vhi pno12 av j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2040 as to take this for granted: because if we do not; they do not well know how to go about to prove it. as to take this for granted: Because if we do not; they do not well know how to go about to prove it. c-acp pc-acp vvi d c-acp vvd: c-acp cs pns12 vdb xx; pns32 vdb xx av vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2041 And indeed, some things are obstinate, and will not be proved without so much Trouble and Difficulty, that it is better to let them alone; And indeed, Some things Are obstinate, and will not be proved without so much Trouble and Difficulty, that it is better to let them alone; cc av, d n2 vbr j, cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp av av-d vvb cc n1, cst pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2042 and by the confident Assertion of them, by Importunity, and by any other fair means, to get them believed, without Proof of this stubborn sort of Propositions, which will admit of no Proof. and by the confident Assertion of them, by Importunity, and by any other fair means, to get them believed, without Proof of this stubborn sort of Propositions, which will admit of no Proof. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j-jn j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f dx n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2043 This is one, That a Part is the Whole; or, which is all one, Th•• the Roman Church is the Catholick Church. This is one, That a Part is the whole; or, which is all one, Th•• the Roman Church is the Catholic Church. d vbz pi, cst dt n1 vbz dt j-jn; cc, r-crq vbz d pi, np1 dt njp n1 vbz dt njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2044 For that it is but a Part of the Christian Church, and not the best Part neither, For that it is but a Part of the Christian Church, and not the best Part neither, p-acp cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, cc xx dt js n1 av-d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2045 but perhaps the very worst and most corrupt of all the rest, is no difficult matter to prove, and hath been often done. but perhaps the very worst and most corrupt of all the rest, is no difficult matter to prove, and hath been often done. cc-acp av dt av js cc av-ds j pp-f d dt n1, vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vhz vbn av vdn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2046 But now to prove the Church of Rome to be the Catholick Church; that is, the whole Society of all True Christians in the World; But now to prove the Church of Room to be the Catholic Church; that is, the Whole Society of all True Christians in the World; p-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbi dt njp n1; d vbz, dt j-jn n1 pp-f d j np1 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2047 these following Particulars ought to be clearly shewn and made out. these following Particulars ought to be clearly shown and made out. d j-vvg n2-j pi pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 114
2048 1. A plain Constitution of our Saviour, whereby St. Peter and his Successors at Rome are made the Supream Head and Pastors of the whole Christian Church. For St. Peter first. 1. A plain Constitution of our Saviour, whereby Saint Peter and his Successors At Room Are made the Supreme Head and Pastors of the Whole Christian Church. For Saint Peter First. crd dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq n1 np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp vvb vbr vvn dt j n1 cc ng1 pp-f dt j-jn njp n1. p-acp n1 np1 ord. (13) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 114
2049 Can they shew any such Constitution in the Gospel, or can they produce the least Proof and Evidence out of the History of the Acts and the Epistles of the Apostles, that St. Peter was acknowledg'd for such by the rest of the Apostles? Nay, is there not clear evidence there to the contrary, that in the first Council of the Christian Church at Jerusalem, St. James the Bishop of Jerusalem was, Can they show any such Constitution in the Gospel, or can they produce the least Proof and Evidence out of the History of the Acts and the Epistles of the Apostles, that Saint Peter was acknowledged for such by the rest of the Apostles? Nay, is there not clear evidence there to the contrary, that in the First Council of the Christian Church At Jerusalem, Saint James the Bishop of Jerusalem was, vmb pns32 vvi d d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb pns32 vvi dt ds n1 cc n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2? uh-x, vbz pc-acp xx j n1 a-acp p-acp dt n-jn, cst p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp np1, n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds, (13) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 114
2050 if not Superior, at least equal to him? Does St. Paul acknowledg any Superiority of St. Peter over him? Nay, does he not upon several occasions declare himself equal to the chiefest Apostles, if not Superior, At least equal to him? Does Saint Paul acknowledge any Superiority of Saint Peter over him? Nay, does he not upon several occasions declare himself equal to the chiefest Apostles, cs xx j-jn, p-acp ds j-jn p-acp pno31? np1 n1 np1 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp pno31? uh-x, vdz pns31 xx p-acp j n2 vvi px31 j-jn p-acp dt js-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 114
2051 even to St. Peter himself? And is this Consistent with a plain Constitution of our Lord's, makeing St. Peter Supream Head and Pastor of the Christian Church? even to Saint Peter himself? And is this Consistent with a plain Constitution of our Lord's, making Saint Peter Supreme Head and Pastor of the Christian Church? av p-acp n1 np1 px31? cc vbz d j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvg n1 np1 j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1? (13) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 114
2052 But suppose this to have been so; But suppose this to have been so; p-acp vvb d pc-acp vhi vbn av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 114
2053 where doth it appear, by any Constitution of our Saviour, that this Authority was derived to his Successors? And if it were; where does it appear, by any Constitution of our Saviour, that this authority was derived to his Successors? And if it were; q-crq vdz pn31 vvi, p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst d n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2? cc cs pn31 vbdr; (13) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 114
2054 why to his Successors at Rome, rather than at Antioch, where he was first, and unquestionably Bishop? They must acknowledg, that when he was Bishop of Antioch, he was the Supream Head and Pastor of the whole Christian Church; why to his Successors At Room, rather than At Antioch, where he was First, and unquestionably Bishop? They must acknowledge, that when he was Bishop of Antioch, he was the Supreme Head and Pastor of the Whole Christian Church; c-crq p-acp po31 n2 p-acp vvb, av-c cs p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds ord, cc av-j n1? pns32 vmb vvi, cst c-crq pns31 vbds n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbds dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 114
2055 and then the Style must have been, the Antiochian Catholick Church, as it is now the Roman Catholick. and then the Style must have been, the Antiochian Catholic Church, as it is now the Roman Catholic. cc av dt n1 vmb vhi vbn, dt jp njp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av dt np1 njp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 114
2056 But do they find any footsteps of such a Style in Ecclesiastical History? 2. To make good this Proposition, That the Roman Church is the Catholick Church; But do they find any footsteps of such a Style in Ecclesiastical History? 2. To make good this Proposition, That the Roman Church is the Catholic Church; cc-acp vdb pns32 vvi d n2 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp j n1? crd p-acp vvi j d n1, cst dt njp n1 vbz dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 114
2057 they are in consequence obliged to affirm and believe, That the Churches of Asia, which were Excommunicated by the Bishops of Rome, for not keeping Easter as They did; they Are in consequence obliged to affirm and believe, That the Churches of Asia, which were Excommunicated by the Bishops of Room, for not keeping Easter as They did; pns32 vbr p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvi, c-acp xx vvg n1 c-acp pns32 vdd; (13) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 114
2058 and the Churches of Asia and Africa, who were Excommunicated by the same Bishop, upon the Point of Rebaptizing Hereticks; and the Churches of Asia and Africa, who were Excommunicated by the same Bishop, upon the Point of Rebaptizing Heretics; cc dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 114
2059 that all these, by being turn'd out of the Communion of the Roman Church, were also Cut off from the Catholick Church, that all these, by being turned out of the Communion of the Roman Church, were also cut off from the Catholic Church, cst d d, p-acp vbg vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, vbdr av vvn a-acp p-acp dt njp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 114
2060 and from a possibility of Salvation. This the Church of Rome themselves will not affirm; and from a possibility of Salvation. This the Church of Room themselves will not affirm; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 dt n1 pp-f vvb px32 vmb xx vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 114
2061 and yet, if to be cast out of the Communion of the Roman and the Catholick Church be all one, they must affirm it. and yet, if to be cast out of the Communion of the Roman and the Catholic Church be all one, they must affirm it. cc av, cs pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1 cc dt njp n1 vbb d crd, pns32 vmb vvi pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 114
2062 3. In consequence of this Proposition, That the Church of Rome is the Catholick Church, they ought to hold, that all Baptism out of the Communion of Their Church is void and of none effect. For if it be good; 3. In consequence of this Proposition, That the Church of Room is the Catholic Church, they ought to hold, that all Baptism out of the Communion of Their Church is void and of none Effect. For if it be good; crd p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt njp n1, pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz j cc pp-f pi n1. p-acp cs pn31 vbb j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 114
2063 then it makes the Persons baptized, Members of the Catholick Church; then it makes the Persons baptised, Members of the Catholic Church; cs pn31 vvz dt n2 vvn, n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 114
2064 and then those that are out of the Communion of the Roman Church, may be true Members of the Catholic Church; and then those that Are out of the Communion of the Roman Church, may be true Members of the Catholic Church; cc cs d cst vbr av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, vmb vbi j n2 pp-f dt jp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 114
2065 and then the Roman and the Catholick Church are not all one. and then the Roman and the Catholic Church Are not all one. cc av dt np1 cc dt njp n1 vbr xx d pi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 114
2066 But the Church of Rome holds the Baptism of Hereticks, and of those that are out of the Communion of Their Church, to be good; But the Church of Room holds the Baptism of Heretics, and of those that Are out of the Communion of Their Church, to be good; p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pp-f d cst vbr av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vbi j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 114
2067 which is a Demonstration, that the Roman Church neither is the Catholick Church; nor if she believe consistently, can she think her self to be so. which is a Demonstration, that the Roman Church neither is the Catholic Church; nor if she believe consistently, can she think her self to be so. r-crq vbz dt n1, cst dt njp n1 d vbz dt njp n1; ccx cs pns31 vvb av-j, vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 114
2068 4. In consequence of this Proposition, all the Christians in the World, which do not yield Subjection to the Bishop of Rome, and acknowledg his Supremacy, are no true parts of the Catholick Church, 4. In consequence of this Proposition, all the Christians in the World, which do not yield Subjection to the Bishop of Rome, and acknowledge his Supremacy, Are no true parts of the Catholic Church, crd p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, d dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi po31 n1, vbr dx j n2 pp-f dt njp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2069 nor in a possibility of Salvation. nor in a possibility of Salvation. ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2070 And this does not only exclude those of the Reform'd Religion from being Members of the Catholick Church; And this does not only exclude those of the Reformed Religion from being Members of the Catholic Church; cc d vdz xx av-j vvi d pp-f dt vvn n1 p-acp vbg n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2071 but the Greeks, and the Eastern Churches; ( i. e. ) Four of the Five Patriarchal Churches of the Christian World; but the Greeks, and the Eastern Churches; (i. e.) Four of the Five Patriarchal Churches of the Christian World; cc-acp dt np1, cc dt j n2; (pns11. sy.) crd pp-f dt crd j n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2072 which taken together, are really greater than those in Communion with the Church of Rome. And this the Church of Rome does affirm, concerning all those Churches and Christians, which refuse Subjection to the Bishop of Rome, that they are out of the Communion of the Catholick Church, and a capacity of Salvation. which taken together, Are really greater than those in Communion with the Church of Room. And this the Church of Room does affirm, Concerning all those Churches and Christians, which refuse Subjection to the Bishop of Rome, that they Are out of the Communion of the Catholic Church, and a capacity of Salvation. r-crq vvn av, vbr av-j jc cs d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi. cc d dt n1 pp-f vvb vdz vvi, vvg d d n2 cc np1, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vbr av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2073 But surely it is not possible, that the True Catholick Church of Christ can have so little Charity as this comes to; But surely it is not possible, that the True Catholic Church of christ can have so little Charity as this comes to; p-acp av-j pn31 vbz xx j, cst dt j njp n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi av j n1 c-acp d vvz p-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2074 and to a wise Man there needs no other Demonstration than this, That the Church of Rome is so far from being the Whole Christian Church, that it's a very Arrogant and Uncharitable Part of it. and to a wise Man there needs no other Demonstration than this, That the Church of Room is so Far from being the whole Christian Church, that it's a very Arrogant and Uncharitable Part of it. cc p-acp dt j n1 a-acp vvz dx j-jn n1 cs d, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt j-jn njp n1, cst pn31|vbz dt j j cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 114
2075 Fifthly and Lastly; In consequence of the Truth of this Proposition, and of the Importance of it to the Salvation of Souls, Fifthly and Lastly; In consequence of the Truth of this Proposition, and of the Importance of it to the Salvation of Souls, ord cc ord; p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2076 and to the Peace and Unity of the Christian Church, they ought to produce express Mention of the Roman Catholick Church, in the Ancient Creeds of the Christian Church. and to the Peace and Unity of the Christian Church, they ought to produce express Mention of the Roman Catholic Church, in the Ancient Creeds of the Christian Church. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1, pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f dt np1 njp n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2077 For if this Proposition, That the Roman Church is the Catholick, be true; it was always so, and always of the greatest Importance to the Salvation of Men, For if this Proposition, That the Roman Church is the Catholic, be true; it was always so, and always of the greatest Importance to the Salvation of Men, p-acp cs d n1, cst dt njp n1 vbz dt njp, vbb j; pn31 vbds av av, cc av pp-f dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2078 and the Peace and Unity of the Christian Church: and if it were so, and always believed to be so, by the Christian Church, as they pretend; and the Peace and Unity of the Christian Church: and if it were so, and always believed to be so, by the Christian Church, as they pretend; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1: cc cs pn31 vbdr av, cc av vvd pc-acp vbi av, p-acp dt njp n1, c-acp pns32 vvb; (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2079 What reason can be imagin'd, why the Ancient Christian Church should never say so, nor put an Article of such Consequence and Importance in express Words in their Creeds; What reason can be imagined, why the Ancient Christian Church should never say so, nor put an Article of such Consequence and Importance in express Words in their Creeds; q-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt j njp n1 vmd av-x vvi av, ccx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2080 nor why they should not have used the Style of Roman Catholick, as familiarly then, nor why they should not have used the Style of Roman Catholic, as familiarly then, ccx c-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 njp, c-acp av-jn av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2081 as they do now in the Roman Church? A plain Evidence that this is a new Style which they use, as they do now in the Roman Church? A plain Evidence that this is a new Style which they use, c-acp pns32 vdb av p-acp dt njp n1? dt j n1 cst d vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2082 when they give themselves the Title of the Roman Catholick Church; when they give themselves the Title of the Roman Catholic Church; c-crq pns32 vvb px32 dt n1 pp-f dt np1 njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2083 and that the Ancient Christian Church knew better, than to call one Part of the Catholick Church the Whole. and that the Ancient Christian Church knew better, than to call one Part of the Catholic Church the whole. cc cst dt j njp n1 vvd av-jc, cs pc-acp vvi crd n1 pp-f dt njp n1 dt j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2084 I am sure, that AEneas Sylvius (who was afterwards Pope Pius the Second) says, that before the Council of Nice, little respect was had to the Roman Church. I am sure, that AEneas Sylvius (who was afterwards Pope Pius the Second) Says, that before the Council of Nicaenae, little respect was had to the Roman Church. pns11 vbm j, cst np1 np1 (r-crq vbds av n1 np1 dt ord) vvz, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, j n1 vbds vhn p-acp dt njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2085 But how does this consist with their present Pretence, that the Roman Church is, and always hath been the Catholick Church; But how does this consist with their present Pretence, that the Roman Church is, and always hath been the Catholic Church; p-acp q-crq vdz d vvi p-acp po32 j n1, cst dt njp n1 vbz, cc av vhz vbn dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2086 and that the Bishop of Rome is by Christ's appointment, the Supream Pastor, and Visible Head of the whole Christian Church? Is it possible that this should be believed in the Christian Church before the Council of Nice; and yet little respect to be had at that time to the Roman Church? This indeed was said by AEneas Sylvius, before he sate in the Infallible Chair; and that the Bishop of Room is by Christ's appointment, the Supreme Pastor, and Visible Head of the Whole Christian Church? Is it possible that this should be believed in the Christian Church before the Council of Nicaenae; and yet little respect to be had At that time to the Roman Church? This indeed was said by AEneas Sylvius, before he sat in the Infallible Chair; cc cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz p-acp npg1 n1, dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn njp n1? vbz pn31 j cst d vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j; cc av j n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt njp n1? np1 av vbds vvn p-acp np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2087 but is never the less true for that. 5ly. The next step of their Method is, That the Roman Church is Infallible; but is never the less true for that. 5ly. The next step of their Method is, That the Roman Church is Infallible; cc-acp vbz av-x dt av-dc j p-acp d. av-j. dt ord n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz, cst dt njp n1 vbz j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 114
2088 and by this means They have a certain remedy against Heresie, and a Judge of Controversies, from which there is no Appeal, which We want in Our Church. and by this means They have a certain remedy against Heresy, and a Judge of Controversies, from which there is no Appeal, which We want in Our Church. cc p-acp d n2 pns32 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 419 Image 114
2089 And this is a Glorious Priviledge indeed, if they could prove that they had it, And this is a Glorious Privilege indeed, if they could prove that they had it, cc d vbz dt j n1 av, cs pns32 vmd vvi cst pns32 vhd pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 419 Image 114
2090 and that it would be so certain a remedy against Heresie, and give a final Decision to all Controversies. and that it would be so certain a remedy against Heresy, and give a final Decision to all Controversies. cc cst pn31 vmd vbi av j dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 419 Image 114
2091 But there is not one tittle of all this, of which they are able to give any tenable Proof: For, But there is not one tittle of all this, of which they Are able to give any tenable Proof: For, p-acp pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 pp-f d d, pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi d j n1: c-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 419 Image 114
2092 1. All the pretence for their Infallibility relyes upon the truth of the former Proposition, That the Church of Rome is the Catholick Church, 1. All the pretence for their Infallibility relies upon the truth of the former Proposition, That the Church of Room is the Catholic Church, crd av-d dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt njp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 114
2093 and That they say is Infallible: and That they say is Infallible: cc cst pns32 vvb vbz j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 114
2094 And I have already shewn, that That Proposition is not only destitute of any good Proof, And I have already shown, that That Proposition is not only destitute of any good Proof, cc pns11 vhb av vvn, cst d n1 vbz xx av-j j pp-f d j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 114
2095 but is as evidently false, as that a Part of a thing is the Whole. 2. But supposing it were true, That the Roman Church were the Catholick Church; but is as evidently false, as that a Part of a thing is the whole. 2. But supposing it were true, That the Roman Church were the Catholic Church; cc-acp vbz p-acp av-j j, c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j-jn. crd p-acp vvg pn31 vbdr j, cst dt njp n1 vbdr dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 114
2096 yet it is neither evident in it self, nor can be proved by them, that the Catholick Church of every Age is Infallible, in deciding all Controversies of Religion. yet it is neither evident in it self, nor can be proved by them, that the Catholic Church of every Age is Infallible, in deciding all Controversies of Religion. av pn31 vbz dx j p-acp pn31 n1, ccx vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, cst dt njp n1 pp-f d n1 vbz j, p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2097 It is granted by all Christians, that our Saviour and his Apostles were Infallible, in the delivery of the Christian Doctrine; It is granted by all Christians, that our Saviour and his Apostles were Infallible, in the delivery of the Christian Doctrine; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d np1, cst po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vbdr j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2098 and they proved their Infallibility by Miracles; and this was necessary at first for the Security of our Faith: and they proved their Infallibility by Miracles; and this was necessary At First for the Security of our Faith: cc pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp n2; cc d vbds j p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2099 but this Doctrine being once Delivered and Transmitted down to us in the Holy Scriptures, Written by the Evangelists and Apostles, who were Infallibly assisted by the Holy Ghost; but this Doctrine being once Delivered and Transmitted down to us in the Holy Scriptures, Written by the Evangelists and Apostles, who were Infallibly assisted by the Holy Ghost; cc-acp d n1 vbg a-acp vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2100 we have now a certain and Infallible Rule of Faith and Practice, which, with the assistance and instruction of those Guides and Pastors which Christ hath appointed in his Church, is sufficiently plain in all things necessary. we have now a certain and Infallible Rule of Faith and Practice, which, with the assistance and instruction of those Guides and Pastors which christ hath appointed in his Church, is sufficiently plain in all things necessary. pns12 vhb av dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cc ng1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-j j p-acp d n2 j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2101 And as there is no evidence of the Continuance of Infallibility in the Guides and Pastors of the Church, in the Ages which followed the Apostles; And as there is no evidence of the Continuance of Infallibility in the Guides and Pastors of the Church, in the Ages which followed the Apostles; cc c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc ng1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvd dt n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2102 because Miracles are long since ceased: Because Miracles Are long since ceased: c-acp n2 vbr av-j a-acp vvd: (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2103 so there is no need of the Continuance of it, for the Preservation of the True Faith and Religion; so there is no need of the Continuance of it, for the Preservation of the True Faith and Religion; av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2104 because God hath sufficiently provided for that, by that Infallible Rule of Faith and Manners which he hath left to his Church in the Holy Scriptures, which are every way sufficient and able to make both Pastors and People wise unto Salvation. Because God hath sufficiently provided for that, by that Infallible Rule of Faith and Manners which he hath left to his Church in the Holy Scriptures, which Are every Way sufficient and able to make both Pastors and People wise unto Salvation. c-acp np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp d, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr d n1 j cc j pc-acp vvi d ng1 cc n1 j p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 114
2105 3. As for a certain Remedy against Heresie, it is certain God never intended there should be any; 3. As for a certain Remedy against Heresy, it is certain God never intended there should be any; crd p-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j np1 av-x vvd pc-acp vmd vbi av-d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2106 no more than he hath provided a certain Remedy against Sin and Vice; no more than he hath provided a certain Remedy against since and Vice; av-dx dc cs pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2107 which surely is every whit as contrary to the Christian Religion, and therefore as fit to be provided against, as Heresie: which surely is every whit as contrary to the Christian Religion, and Therefore as fit to be provided against, as Heresy: r-crq av-j vbz d n1 c-acp j-jn p-acp dt njp n1, cc av c-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2108 But it is certain in Experience, that God hath provided no certain and effectual Remedy against Sin and Vice; But it is certain in Experience, that God hath provided no certain and effectual Remedy against since and Vice; cc-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, cst np1 vhz vvn dx j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2109 for which I can give no other reason, but that God does that which He thinks best and fittest, for which I can give no other reason, but that God does that which He thinks best and Fittest, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1, cc-acp cst np1 vdz d r-crq pns31 vvz js cc js, (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2110 and not what We are apt to think to be so. Besides that Infallibility is not a certain Remedy against Heresie. The Apostles were certainly Infallible; and not what We Are apt to think to be so. Beside that Infallibility is not a certain Remedy against Heresy. The Apostles were Certainly Infallible; cc xx r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi av. p-acp d n1 vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp n1. dt n2 vbdr av-j j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2111 and yet they could neither prevent nor extinguish Heresie; which never more abounded than in the Apostles Times. and yet they could neither prevent nor extinguish Heresy; which never more abounded than in the Apostles Times. cc av pns32 vmd av-dx vvi ccx vvi n1; r-crq av-x av-dc vvn cs p-acp dt n2 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2112 And Saint Paul expresly tells us, 1 Cor. 1. 19. That there must be Heresies; that they which are approved may be made manifest. And Saint Paul expressly tells us, 1 Cor. 1. 19. That there must be Heresies; that they which Are approved may be made manifest. cc n1 np1 av-j vvz pno12, crd np1 crd crd d a-acp vmb vbi n2; cst pns32 r-crq vbr vvn vmb vbi vvn j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2113 And St. Peter, the 2 Epist. 2. 1. That there should be false Teachers among Christians, who should privily bring in damnable Heresies; And Saint Peter, the 2 Epistle 2. 1. That there should be false Teachers among Christians, who should privily bring in damnable Heresies; cc n1 np1, dt crd np1 crd crd d a-acp vmd vbi j n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vmd av-j vvi p-acp j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2114 and that many should follow their pernicious ways. But now if there must be Heresies; and that many should follow their pernicious ways. But now if there must be Heresies; cc cst d vmd vvi po32 j n2. p-acp av cs pc-acp vmb vbi n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2115 either the Church must not be Infallible, or Infallibility in the Church is no certain Remedy against them. either the Church must not be Infallible, or Infallibility in the Church is no certain Remedy against them. d dt n1 vmb xx vbi j, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dx j n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 114
2116 I proceed to the next Step they make viz. 6ly. That Christ hath always a Visible Church upon Earth; I proceed to the next Step they make viz. 6ly. That christ hath always a Visible Church upon Earth; pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vvb n1 av-j. cst np1 vhz av dt j n1 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 114
2117 and that They can shew a Church, which from the time of Christ and his Apostles, hath always made a Visible Profession of the same Doctrines and Practices which are now believed and practised in the Church of Rome; but that We can shew no Visible Church, that from the time of Christ and his Apostles, hath always opposed the Church of Rome in, those Doctrines and Practices which we now revile and find fault with in their Church. and that They can show a Church, which from the time of christ and his Apostles, hath always made a Visible Profession of the same Doctrines and Practices which Are now believed and practised in the Church of Room; but that We can show no Visible Church, that from the time of christ and his Apostles, hath always opposed the Church of Room in, those Doctrines and Practices which we now revile and find fault with in their Church. cc cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, vhz av vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt d n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; p-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi dx j n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, vhz av vvd dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp, d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 av vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp p-acp po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 424 Image 114
2118 That Christ hath always had, and ever shall have to the end of the World, a Visible Church, Professing and Practising his True Faith and Religion, is agreed on both sides: That christ hath always had, and ever shall have to the end of the World, a Visible Church, Professing and Practising his True Faith and Religion, is agreed on both sides: cst np1 vhz av vhn, cc av vmb vhi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1, vvg cc vvg po31 j n1 cc n1, vbz vvn p-acp d n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2119 But We say, that he hath no where promised, that This shall be free from all Errors and Corruptions in Faith and Practice. But We say, that he hath no where promised, that This shall be free from all Errors and Corruptions in Faith and Practice. cc-acp pns12 vvb, cst pns31 vhz dx n1 vvd, cst d vmb vbi j p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2120 This the Churches Planted by the Apostles themselves were not, even in Their times, and during Their abode amongst them; This the Churches Planted by the Apostles themselves were not, even in Their times, and during Their Abided among them; np1 dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 px32 vbr xx, av p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2121 and yet they were true parts of the Christian Catholick Church. and yet they were true parts of the Christian Catholic Church. cc av pns32 vbdr j n2 pp-f dt njp njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2122 In the following Ages, Errors and Corruptions and Superstitions did by degrees creep in and grow up, in several parts of the Church; In the following Ages, Errors and Corruptions and Superstitions did by Degrees creep in and grow up, in several parts of the Church; p-acp dt j-vvg n2, n2 cc n2 cc n2 vdd p-acp n2 vvi p-acp cc vvi a-acp, p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2123 as St. Austin, and others of the Fathers complain of their Times. as Saint Austin, and Others of the Father's complain of their Times. c-acp n1 np1, cc n2-jn pp-f dt n2 vvb pp-f po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2124 Since that several Famous Parts of the Christian Church, both in Asia and Africa, have not only been greatly corrupted, Since that several Famous Parts of the Christian Church, both in Asia and Africa, have not only been greatly corrupted, p-acp cst j j n2 pp-f dt njp n1, av-d p-acp np1 cc np1, vhb xx av-j vbi av-j vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2125 but have Apostatiz'd from the Faith; so that in many Places there are hardly any Footsteps of Christianity among them. but have Apostatized from the Faith; so that in many Places there Are hardly any Footsteps of Christianity among them. cc-acp vhb vvn p-acp dt n1; av cst p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbr av d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2126 But yet still Christ hath had in all these Ages a Visible Church upon Earth; tho' perhaps no Part of it at all times free from some Errors and Corruptions; But yet still christ hath had in all these Ages a Visible Church upon Earth; though perhaps no Part of it At all times free from Some Errors and Corruptions; p-acp av av np1 vhz vhn p-acp d d n2 dt j n1 p-acp n1; cs av dx n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2 j p-acp d n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2127 and in several Parts of it, great Corruptions both in Faith and Practice; and in several Parts of it, great Corruptions both in Faith and Practice; cc p-acp j n2 pp-f pn31, j n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2128 and in none I think more and longer, than in the Church of Rome, for all she boasts her self like Old Babylon, Isa. 47. 7, 8. That she is a Lady for ever; and in none I think more and longer, than in the Church of Rome, for all she boasts her self like Old Babylon, Isaiah 47. 7, 8. That she is a Lady for ever; cc p-acp pix pns11 vvb dc cc av-jc, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-j j np1, np1 crd crd, crd cst pns31 vbz dt n1 c-acp av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2129 and says in her heart, I am, and none else besides me; and Says in her heart, I am, and none Else beside me; cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm, cc pix av p-acp pno11; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2130 And like the Church of Laodicea, Revel. 3. 17. which said, I am rich, and increased with Goods, and have need of nothing; And like the Church of Laodicea, Revel. 3. 17. which said, I am rich, and increased with Goods, and have need of nothing; cc av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb. crd crd r-crq vvd, pns11 vbm j, cc vvd p-acp n2-j, cc vhb n1 pp-f pix; (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2131 When the Spirit of God saith, that she was wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked; and knew it not. When the Spirit of God Says, that she was wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked; and knew it not. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cst pns31 vbds j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j; cc vvd pn31 xx. (13) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 114
2132 Thus the Church of Rome boasts; Thus the Church of Room boasts; av dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2133 that She hath in all Ages been the True Visible Church of Christ (and none besides her) free from all Errors in Doctrine, and Corruptions in Practice; that She hath in all Ages been the True Visible Church of christ (and none beside her) free from all Errors in Doctrine, and Corruptions in Practice; cst pns31 vhz p-acp d n2 vbn av j j n1 pp-f np1 (cc pi p-acp pno31) j p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2134 and that from the Age of Christ and his Apostles, she hath always professed the same Doctrines and Practices which she does at this day. and that from the Age of christ and his Apostles, she hath always professed the same Doctrines and Practices which she does At this day. cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, pns31 vhz av vvn dt d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2135 Can any thing be more shameless than this? Did they always believe Transubstantiation? Let their Pope Gelasius speak for them; Can any thing be more shameless than this? Did they always believe Transubstantiation? Let their Pope Gelasius speak for them; vmb d n1 vbi av-dc j cs d? vdd pns32 av vvb n1? vvb po32 n1 np1 vvb p-acp pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2136 who expresly denies, that in the Sacrament there is any Substantial change of the Bread and Wine into the Body and Blood of Christ. who expressly Denies, that in the Sacrament there is any Substantial change of the Bred and Wine into the Body and Blood of christ. r-crq av-j vvz, cst p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz d j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2137 Was this always an Article of their Faith, and necessary to be believed by all Christians? Let Scotus, and several other of their Schoolmen and Learned Writers speak for them. Was this always an Article of their Faith, and necessary to be believed by all Christians? Let Scotus, and several other of their Schoolmen and Learned Writers speak for them. vbds d av dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d np1? vvb np1, cc j n-jn pp-f po32 n2 cc j n2 vvb p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2138 Was Purgatory always believed in the Roman Church, as it is now defined in the Council of Trent? Let several of their Learned Men speak. Was Purgatory always believed in the Roman Church, as it is now defined in the Council of Trent? Let several of their Learned Men speak. vbds n1 av vvn p-acp dt njp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vvb j pp-f po32 j n2 vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2139 In what Father, in what Council before that of Trent, do they find Christ to have Instituted just Seven Sacraments, neither more nor less? And for Practices in their Religion, they themselves will not say, that in the Ancient Christian Church the Scriptures were with-held from the People, In what Father, in what Council before that of Trent, do they find christ to have Instituted just Seven Sacraments, neither more nor less? And for Practices in their Religion, they themselves will not say, that in the Ancient Christian Church the Scriptures were withheld from the People, p-acp r-crq n1, p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp d pp-f np1, vdb pns32 vvb np1 pc-acp vhi vvn j crd n2, av-dx dc ccx av-dc? cc p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 px32 vmb xx vvi, cst p-acp dt j njp n1 dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2140 and lockt up in an Unknown Tongue; and locked up in an Unknown Tongue; cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2141 and that the Publick Service of God, the Prayers and Lessons were Read, and the Sacraments Celebrated, in an Unknown Tongue; and that the Public Service of God, the Prayers and Lessons were Read, and the Sacraments Celebrated, in an Unknown Tongue; cc cst dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn, cc dt n2 vvn, p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2142 and that the Sacrament of the Lords Supper was given to the People only in one Kind. and that the Sacrament of the lords Supper was given to the People only in one Kind. cc cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp crd j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2143 Where do they find in Holy Scripture, or in the Doctrine and Practice of the Ancient Christian Church, any Command or Example for the Worship of Images; Where do they find in Holy Scripture, or in the Doctrine and Practice of the Ancient Christian Church, any Command or Exampl for the Worship of Images; q-crq vdb pns32 vvi p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j njp n1, d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2144 for the Invocation of Saints and Angels and the Blessed Virgin; for the Invocation of Saints and Angels and the Blessed Virgae; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 cc dt j-vvn n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2145 which do now make a great part of their Religion? Nay, is not the Doctrine of the Scriptures, which do now make a great part of their Religion? Nay, is not the Doctrine of the Scriptures, r-crq vdb av vvi dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1? uh-x, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2146 and of the Ancient Fathers plainly against all these Practices? With what face then can it be said, That the Church of Rome hath made a constant Visible Profession of the same Faith and Practice in all Ages, from the time of Christ and his Apostles? Or would the primitive Church of Rome, if it should now visit the Earth again, own the present Church of Rome to be the same in all Matters of Faith and practice, that it was when they left it? and of the Ancient Father's plainly against all these Practices? With what face then can it be said, That the Church of Room hath made a constant Visible Profession of the same Faith and Practice in all Ages, from the time of christ and his Apostles? Or would the primitive Church of Rome, if it should now visit the Earth again, own the present Church of Room to be the same in all Matters of Faith and practice, that it was when they left it? cc pp-f dt j n2 av-j p-acp d d n2? p-acp r-crq n1 av vmb pn31 vbi vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vhz vvn dt j j n1 pp-f dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2? cc vmd dt j n1 pp-f np1, cs pn31 vmd av vvi dt n1 av, d dt j n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbi dt d p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pn31 vbds c-crq pns32 vvd pn31? (13) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 114
2147 And whereas they demand of Us, to shew a Visible Church from the time of Christ and his Apostles, that hath always opposed the Church of Rome, in those points of Doctrine and Practice which we Object to them; And whereas they demand of Us, to show a Visible Church from the time of christ and his Apostles, that hath always opposed the Church of Rome, in those points of Doctrine and Practice which we Object to them; cc cs pns32 vvb pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, cst vhz av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 n1 p-acp pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2148 what can be more impertinent than this Demand? When they know that in all these Points we charge them with Innovations in Matters of Faith and Practice, what can be more impertinent than this Demand? When they know that in all these Points we charge them with Innovations in Matters of Faith and Practice, q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cs d vvb? c-crq pns32 vvb cst p-acp d d n2 pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2149 and say that those things came in by degrees, several Ages after the Apostles time, some sooner, some later; and say that those things Come in by Degrees, several Ages After the Apostles time, Some sooner, Some later; cc vvb cst d n2 vvd p-acp p-acp n2, j n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, d av-c, d jc; (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2150 as we are able to make good, and have done it. as we Are able to make good, and have done it. c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi j, cc vhb vdn pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2151 And would they have us shew them a Visible Church, that opposed these Errors and Corruptions in their Church, And would they have us show them a Visible Church, that opposed these Errors and Corruptions in their Church, cc vmd pns32 vhb pno12 vvi pno32 dt j n1, cst vvd d n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2152 before ever they appeared? This we do not pretend to shew. before ever they appeared? This we do not pretend to show. c-acp av pns32 vvd? np1 pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2153 And supposing they had not been at all opposed, when they appeared, nor a long time after, not till the Reformation; And supposing they had not been At all opposed, when they appeared, nor a long time After, not till the Reformation; np1 vvg pns32 vhd xx vbn p-acp d j-vvn, c-crq pns32 vvd, ccx dt j n1 a-acp, xx p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2154 yet if they be Errors and Corruptions of the Christian Doctrine, and contrary to the Holy Scriptures, yet if they be Errors and Corruptions of the Christian Doctrine, and contrary to the Holy Scriptures, av cs pns32 vbb n2 cc n2 pp-f dt njp n1, cc j-jn p-acp dt j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2155 and to the Faith and Practice of the Primitive Church; there is no Prescription against Truth. and to the Faith and Practice of the Primitive Church; there is no Prescription against Truth. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2156 'Tis never too late, for any Church to reject those Errors and Corruptions, and to reform it self from them. It's never too late, for any Church to reject those Errors and Corruptions, and to reform it self from them. pn31|vbz av av j, c-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 114
2157 The bottom of all this Matter is, they would have us to shew them a Society of Christians, that in all Ages hath preserved it self free from all such Errors and Corruptions as we charge them withall; The bottom of all this Matter is, they would have us to show them a Society of Christians, that in all Ages hath preserved it self free from all such Errors and Corruptions as we charge them withal; dt n1 pp-f d d n1 vbz, pns32 vmd vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp d n2 vhz vvn pn31 n1 j p-acp d d n2 cc n2 c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2158 or else we deny the Perpetual Visibility of the Catholick Church. No such matter. or Else we deny the Perpetual Visibility of the Catholic Church. No such matter. cc av pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt njp n1. dx d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2159 We say the Church of Christ hath always been Visible in every Age since Christ's time; We say the Church of christ hath always been Visible in every Age since Christ's time; pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vbi j p-acp d n1 c-acp npg1 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2160 and that the several Societies of Christians, professing the Christian Doctrine and Laws of Christ, have made up the Catholick Church; and that the several Societies of Christians, professing the Christian Doctrine and Laws of christ, have made up the Catholic Church; cc cst dt j n2 pp-f np1, vvg dt njp n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, vhb vvn a-acp dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2161 some parts whereof have in several Ages fallen into great Errors and Corruptions; Some parts whereof have in several Ages fallen into great Errors and Corruptions; d n2 c-crq vhb p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2162 and no part of the Catholick, into more and greater, than the Church of Rome. So that it requires the utmost of our Charity to think that they are a true, and no part of the Catholic, into more and greater, than the Church of Room. So that it requires the utmost of our Charity to think that they Are a true, cc dx n1 pp-f dt njp, p-acp dc cc jc, cs dt n1 pp-f vvi. av cst pn31 vvz dt j pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr dt j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2163 tho a very unsound and corrupt Part of the Catholick Church of Christ. We acknowledge likewise, that We were once involved in the like Degeneracy; though a very unsound and corrupt Part of the Catholic Church of christ. We acknowledge likewise, that We were once involved in the like Degeneracy; cs dt j j cc j n1 pp-f dt njp n1 pp-f np1. pns12 vvb av, cst pns12 vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 114
2164 but by the mercy of God, and pious care and prudence of those that were in Authority, are happily rescued out of it: but by the mercy of God, and pious care and prudence of those that were in authority, Are happily rescued out of it: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vbdr p-acp n1, vbr av-j vvn av pp-f pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 114
2165 and tho' we were not out of the Catholick Church before; and though we were not out of the Catholic Church before; cc cs pns12 vbdr xx av pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 114
2166 yet since our Reformation from the Errors and Corruptions of the Church of Rome, we are in it upon better Terms, yet since our Reformation from the Errors and Corruptions of the Church of Rome, we Are in it upon better Terms, av c-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr p-acp pn31 p-acp jc n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 114
2167 and are a much sounder Part of it; and Are a much sounder Part of it; cc vbr dt d jc n1 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 114
2168 and I hope, by the Mercy and Goodness of God, we shall for ever continue so. and I hope, by the Mercy and goodness of God, we shall for ever continue so. cc pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb p-acp av vvi av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 114
2169 So that to the Perpetual Visibility of Christ's Church, it is not necessary, that the whole Christian Church, So that to the Perpetual Visibility of Christ's Church, it is not necessary, that the Whole Christian Church, av cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn31 vbz xx j, cst dt j-jn njp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2170 or indeed that any Part of it should be free from all Errors and Corruptions. Even the Churches planted by the Apostles in the Primitive Times were not so. or indeed that any Part of it should be free from all Errors and Corruptions. Even the Churches planted by the Apostles in the Primitive Times were not so. cc av cst d n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp d n2 cc n2. np1 dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n2 vbdr xx av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2171 St. Paul reproves several Doctrines and Practices in the Church of Corinth, and of Colosse, and of Galatia; and the Spirit of God, several Things in the Seven Churches of Asia: and yet all these were true Parts and Members of the Catholick Church of Christ, notwithstanding these Faults and Errors; Saint Paul reproves several Doctrines and Practices in the Church of Corinth, and of Colosse, and of Galatia; and the Spirit of God, several Things in the Seven Churches of Asia: and yet all these were true Parts and Members of the Catholic Church of christ, notwithstanding these Faults and Errors; n1 np1 vvz j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f n1, cc pp-f np1; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, j n2 p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f np1: cc av d d vbdr j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt njp n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2172 because they all agreed in the Main and Essential Doctrines of Christianity. And when more and greater Corruptions grew upon the Church, or any part of it; Because they all agreed in the Main and Essential Doctrines of Christianity. And when more and greater Corruptions grew upon the Church, or any part of it; c-acp pns32 d vvd p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f np1. cc c-crq n1 cc jc n2 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2173 the greater reason and need there was of a Reformation. the greater reason and need there was of a Reformation. dt jc n1 cc vvb a-acp vbds pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2174 And as every particular Person hath a right to reform any thing that he finds amiss in himself, so far as concerns himself; And as every particular Person hath a right to reform any thing that he finds amiss in himself, so Far as concerns himself; cc c-acp d j n1 vhz dt j-jn pc-acp vvi d n1 cst pns31 vvz av p-acp px31, av av-j c-acp vvz px31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2175 so much more every National Church hath a Power within it self, to reform it self from all Errors and Corruptions, so much more every National Church hath a Power within it self, to reform it self from all Errors and Corruptions, av av-d av-dc d j n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2176 and by the Sanction of the Catholick Authority to confirm that Reformation; and by the Sanction of the Catholic authority to confirm that Reformation; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 pc-acp vvi d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2177 which is our Case here in England. And whatever part of the Church, how great and eminent soever, excludes from her Communion such a National Church, which is our Case Here in England. And whatever part of the Church, how great and eminent soever, excludes from her Communion such a National Church, r-crq vbz po12 n1 av p-acp np1. cc r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq j cc j av, vvz p-acp po31 n1 d dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2178 for reforming her self from plain Errors and Corruptions, clearly condemned by the Word of God, for reforming her self from plain Errors and Corruptions, clearly condemned by the Word of God, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2179 and by the Doctrine and Practice of the Primitive Christian Church, is undoubtedly Guilty of Schism. And this is the Truth of the Case between us and the Church of Rome. And no blind talk about a Perpetual Visible Church can render Us guilty of Schism, for making a Real Reformation; and by the Doctrine and Practice of the Primitive Christian Church, is undoubtedly Guilty of Schism. And this is the Truth of the Case between us and the Church of Room. And no blind talk about a Perpetual Visible Church can render Us guilty of Schism, for making a Real Reformation; cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j njp n1, vbz av-j j pp-f n1. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f vvi. cc dx j n1 p-acp dt j j n1 vmb vvi pno32 j pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2180 or acquit Them of it, for casting us out of their Communion for that Cause. or acquit Them of it, for casting us out of their Communion for that Cause. cc vvb pno32 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg pno12 av pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 114
2181 7. And Lastly, (to mention no more) they pretend, that we delude the People, by laying too much stress upon Scripture, 7. And Lastly, (to mention no more) they pretend, that we delude the People, by laying too much stress upon Scripture, crd cc ord, (pc-acp vvi dx av-dc) pns32 vvb, cst pns12 vvb dt n1, p-acp vvg av d n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2182 and making it the only Rule of Faith and Manners: whereas Scripture and Tradition together make up the entire Rule of Faith; and making it the only Rule of Faith and Manners: whereas Scripture and Tradition together make up the entire Rule of Faith; cc vvg pn31 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n2: cs n1 cc n1 av vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2183 and not Scripture Interpreted by every Mans private Fancy, but by Tradition carefully preserved in the Church. and not Scripture Interpreted by every men private Fancy, but by Tradition carefully preserved in the Church. cc xx n1 vvn p-acp d ng1 j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2184 So that it ought to be no wonder, if several of their Doctrines and Practices cannot be so clearly made out by Scripture, So that it ought to be no wonder, if several of their Doctrines and Practices cannot be so clearly made out by Scripture, av cst pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi dx n1, cs j pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 vmbx vbi av av-j vvn av p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2185 or perhaps seem contrary to it, as it may be expounded by a private Spirit, or perhaps seem contrary to it, as it may be expounded by a private Spirit, cc av vvb j-jn p-acp pn31, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2186 but not as Interpreted by the Tradition of the Church, which can only give the true Sense of Scripture. but not as Interpreted by the Tradition of the Church, which can only give the true Sense of Scripture. cc-acp xx c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2187 And therefore they are to understand, that several of those Doctrines and Practices, which we Object against, are most clearly proved by the Tradition of their Church, which is of equal Authority with Scripture. And Therefore they Are to understand, that several of those Doctrines and Practices, which we Object against, Are most clearly proved by the Tradition of their Church, which is of equal authority with Scripture. cc av pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst j pp-f d n2 cc n2, r-crq pns12 n1 p-acp, vbr av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vbz pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 114
2188 In this Objection of theirs, which they design for the Cover of all their Errors and Corruptions, there are several things distinctly to be considered, which I shall do as briefly as I can. In this Objection of theirs, which they Design for the Cover of all their Errors and Corruptions, there Are several things distinctly to be considered, which I shall do as briefly as I can. p-acp d n1 pp-f png32, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbr j n2 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns11 vmb vdi c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 432 Image 114
2189 First, Whereas it is suggested, That We delude the People, by laying too much stress upon the Scriptures, (which certainly we cannot well do, First, Whereas it is suggested, That We delude the People, by laying too much stress upon the Scriptures, (which Certainly we cannot well do, ord, cs pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns12 vvb dt n1, p-acp vvg av d n1 p-acp dt n2, (r-crq av-j pns12 vmbx av vdi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 114
2190 if it be the Word of God) it ought to be considered, whether They do not delude and abuse them infinitely more, in keeping the Scriptures from them, if it be the Word of God) it ought to be considered, whither They do not delude and abuse them infinitely more, in keeping the Scriptures from them, cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1) pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi pno32 av-j av-dc, p-acp vvg dt n2 p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 114
2191 and not suffering them to see That, which they cannot deny to be at least a considerable Part of the Rule of Christian Doctrine and Practice. and not suffering them to see That, which they cannot deny to be At least a considerable Part of the Rule of Christian Doctrine and Practice. cc xx vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi cst, r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp ds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 114
2192 Doth it not by this dealing of theirs appear very suspicious, that they are extreamly afraid that the People should examine their Doctrine and Practice by this Rule? For what other Reason can they have to conceal it from them? Does it not by this dealing of theirs appear very suspicious, that they Are extremely afraid that the People should examine their Doctrine and Practice by this Rule? For what other Reason can they have to conceal it from them? vdz pn31 xx p-acp d n-vvg pp-f png32 vvi av j, cst pns32 vbr av-jn j cst dt n1 vmd vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1? p-acp r-crq j-jn n1 vmb pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno32? (13) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 114
2193 Secondly, Whereas they affirm, that Scripture alone is not the Rule of Christian Faith and Practice; Secondly, Whereas they affirm, that Scripture alone is not the Rule of Christian Faith and Practice; ord, cs pns32 vvb, cst n1 av-j vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2194 but that Scripture, and Oral Tradition preserved in the Church, and delivered down from hand to hand, makes up the entire Rule: but that Scripture, and Oral Tradition preserved in the Church, and Delivered down from hand to hand, makes up the entire Rule: cc-acp cst n1, cc j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvz a-acp dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2195 I would fain know whence they learn'd this new Doctrine of the Rule of Faith? I know that the Council of Trent declares it for the Rule they intend to proceed upon and make use of, I would fain know whence they learned this new Doctrine of the Rule of Faith? I know that the Council of Trent declares it for the Rule they intend to proceed upon and make use of, pns11 vmd av-j vvi c-crq pns32 vvd d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi n1 pp-f, (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2196 for the Confirmation and Proof of their following Determinations and Decrees. for the Confirmation and Proof of their following Determinations and Decrees. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j-vvg n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2197 But did any of the ancient Councils of the Christian Church lay down this Rule, and proceed upon it? Did not Constantine the Emperour, at the opening of the First General Council, lay the Bible before them, But did any of the ancient Councils of the Christian Church lay down this Rule, and proceed upon it? Did not Constantine the Emperor, At the opening of the First General Council, lay the bible before them, cc-acp vdd d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1 vvd a-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31? vdd xx np1 dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2198 as the only Rule, according to which they were to proceed; as the only Rule, according to which they were to proceed; c-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2199 and this with the Approbation of all those Holy Fathers that were assembled in that Council? And did not following Councils proceed upon the same Rule? Do any of the ancient Fathers ever mention any Rule of Christian Faith and Practice, besides the Holy Scriptures, and the ancient Creed; and this with the Approbation of all those Holy Father's that were assembled in that Council? And did not following Councils proceed upon the same Rule? Do any of the ancient Father's ever mention any Rule of Christian Faith and Practice, beside the Holy Scriptures, and the ancient Creed; cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d j n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp d n1? cc vdd xx j-vvg n2 vvb p-acp dt d n1? vdb d pp-f dt j n2 av vvi d n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n2, cc dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2200 which, because it is an Abridgment of the necessary Articles of Christian Faith contained in the Holy Scriptures, is by them frequently called the Rule of Faith? Do not the same Fathers frequently and expresly say, That the Scriptures are a perfect Rule, which, Because it is an Abridgment of the necessary Articles of Christian Faith contained in the Holy Scriptures, is by them frequently called the Rule of Faith? Do not the same Father's frequently and expressly say, That the Scriptures Are a perfect Rule, r-crq, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f njp n1 vvn p-acp dt j n2, vbz p-acp pno32 av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1? vdb xx dt d n2 av-j cc av-j vvb, cst dt n2 vbr dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2201 and that all things are plainly contained in them, which concern Faith and Life; and that all things Are plainly contained in them, which concern Faith and Life; cc cst d n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2202 and that whatever cannot be proved by Testimony of Scripture, is to be rejected? All this I am sure I can make good, by innumerable express Testimonies of the ancient Fathers, which are well known to those that are versed in them. and that whatever cannot be proved by Testimony of Scripture, is to be rejected? All this I am sure I can make good, by innumerable express Testimonies of the ancient Father's, which Are well known to those that Are versed in them. cc cst r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn? av-d d pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb vvi j, p-acp j j n2 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2203 By what Authority then hath the Council of Trent set up this new Rule, unknown to the Christian Church for 1500 Years? and who gave them this Authority? The plain truth is, the necessity of it, By what authority then hath the Council of Trent Set up this new Rule, unknown to the Christian Church for 1500 years? and who gave them this authority? The plain truth is, the necessity of it, p-acp r-crq n1 av vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn a-acp d j n1, j p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp crd n2? cc q-crq vvd pno32 d n1? dt j n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2204 for the Defence of the Errors and Corruptions which they had embraced, and were resolved not to part with, forced them to lengthen out the Rule; for the Defence of the Errors and Corruptions which they had embraced, and were resolved not to part with, forced them to lengthen out the Rule; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn, cc vbdr vvn xx pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi av dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2205 the old Rule of the Holy Scriptures being too short for their purpose. the old Rule of the Holy Scriptures being too short for their purpose. dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 vbg av j c-acp po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 114
2206 Thirdly, Whereas they pretend, that Holy Scripture, as expounded by a private Spirit, may not seem so favourable to some of their Doctrines and Practices; Thirdly, Whereas they pretend, that Holy Scripture, as expounded by a private Spirit, may not seem so favourable to Some of their Doctrines and Practices; ord, cs pns32 vvb, cst j n1, c-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1, vmb xx vvi av j p-acp d pp-f po32 n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2207 yet, as interpreted by Tradition, which can only give the true Sense of Scripture, it agrees very well with them: yet, as interpreted by Tradition, which can only give the true Sense of Scripture, it agrees very well with them: av, c-acp vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz av av p-acp pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2208 I suppose they mean, that whereas a private Spirit would be apt to understand some Texts of Scripture, I suppose they mean, that whereas a private Spirit would be apt to understand Some Texts of Scripture, pns11 vvb pns32 vvb, cst cs dt j n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2209 as if People were to search and read the Scripture; as if People were to search and read the Scripture; c-acp cs n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2210 Tradition interprets those Texts in a quite other Sense, that People are not to be permitted to read the Holy Scriptures. Tradition interprets those Texts in a quite other Sense, that People Are not to be permitted to read the Holy Scriptures. n1 vvz d n2 p-acp dt av j-jn n1, cst n1 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2211 A private Spirit would be apt to understand St. Paul 's Discourse, in the 14th of the 1st to the Corinthians, to be against Celebrating Prayer and the Service of God in an unknown Tongue, A private Spirit would be apt to understand Saint Paul is Discourse, in the 14th of the 1st to the Corinthians, to be against Celebrating Prayer and the Service of God in an unknown Tongue, dt j n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 np1 vbz n1, p-acp dt ord pp-f dt ord p-acp dt np1, pc-acp vbi p-acp vvg n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2212 as being contrary to Edification, and indeed to common Sense: as being contrary to Edification, and indeed to Common Sense: c-acp vbg j-jn p-acp n1, cc av p-acp j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2213 For he says, If one should come, and find them speaking and praying in an unknown Tongue; For he Says, If one should come, and find them speaking and praying in an unknown Tongue; c-acp pns31 vvz, cs pi vmd vvi, cc vvi pno32 vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2214 will they not say, Ye are mad? But now Tradition, which only knows how to give the true Sense, can reconcile this Discourse of St. Paul very easily with the Practice of the Church of Rome in this matter. will they not say, You Are mad? But now Tradition, which only knows how to give the true Sense, can reconcile this Discourse of Saint Paul very Easily with the Practice of the Church of Room in this matter. vmb pns32 xx vvi, pn22 vbr j? p-acp av n1, r-crq av-j vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 np1 av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2215 And so likewise the Epistle of St. Paul to the Colossians, with the Worship of Angels; And so likewise the Epistle of Saint Paul to the colossians, with the Worship of Angels; cc av av dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2216 and the Epistle to the Hebrews, with offering the Propitiatory Sacrifice of Christ in the Mass a Thousand times every Day. and the Epistle to the Hebrews, with offering the Propitiatory Sacrifice of christ in the Mass a Thousand times every Day. cc dt n1 p-acp dt np2, p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 dt crd n2 d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2217 And to give but one Instance more; And to give but one Instance more; cc pc-acp vvi cc-acp crd n1 av-dc; (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2218 Whereas a Man by his private Spirit would be very apt to understand the Second Commandment to forbid all Worship of Images; Whereas a Man by his private Spirit would be very apt to understand the Second Commandment to forbid all Worship of Images; cs dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2219 Tradition discovers the meaning of this Commandment to be, that due Veneration is to be given to them. Tradition discovers the meaning of this Commandment to be, that due Veneration is to be given to them. n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi, cst j-jn n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2220 So that at this rate of interpreting Scripture by Tradition, it is impossible to fix any Objection from Scripture, upon any Doctrine or Practice which they have a mind to maintain. So that At this rate of interpreting Scripture by Tradition, it is impossible to fix any Objection from Scripture, upon any Doctrine or Practice which they have a mind to maintain. av cst p-acp d n1 pp-f n-vvg n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 114
2221 Fourthly, Whereas they pretend the Tradition of their Church, delivered from the Mouth of Christ, Fourthly, Whereas they pretend the Tradition of their Church, Delivered from the Mouth of christ, ord, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2222 or dictated by the Holy Spirit, and brought down to them, and preserved by continnal Succession in the Church, to be of equal Authority with the Word of God; or dictated by the Holy Spirit, and brought down to them, and preserved by continnal Succession in the Church, to be of equal authority with the Word of God; cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2223 for so the Council of Trent says, That the Holy Synod doth receive and venerate these Traditions, with equal pious Affection and Reverence, for so the Council of Trent Says, That the Holy Synod does receive and venerate these Traditions, with equal pious Affection and reverence, c-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cst dt j n1 vdz vvi cc vvi d n2, p-acp j-jn j n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2224 as they do the written Word of God: as they do the written Word of God: c-acp pns32 vdb dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2225 This we must declare against, as unreasonable in it self, to make Tradition, conveyed by Word of Mouth from one to another, through so many Ages, This we must declare against, as unreasonable in it self, to make Tradition, conveyed by Word of Mouth from one to Another, through so many Ages, d pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, c-acp j p-acp pn31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1, vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pi p-acp n-jn, p-acp av d n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2226 and liable to so many Mistakes and Miscarriages, to be, at the distance of 1500 Years, of equal Certainty and Authority with the Holy Scriptures, carefully preserved and transmitted down to us; and liable to so many Mistakes and Miscarriages, to be, At the distance of 1500 years, of equal Certainty and authority with the Holy Scriptures, carefully preserved and transmitted down to us; cc j p-acp av d n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n2, av-j vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp pno12; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2227 because this (as I said before) is to make common Rumor and Report of equal Authority and Certainty with a written Record. And not only so; Because this (as I said before) is to make Common Rumor and Report of equal authority and Certainty with a written Record. And not only so; c-acp d (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) vbz pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1. cc xx av-j av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2228 but hereby they make the Scriptures an imperfect Rule; contrary to the declared Judgment of the ancient Fathers and Councils of the Christian Church; but hereby they make the Scriptures an imperfect Rule; contrary to the declared Judgement of the ancient Father's and Councils of the Christian Church; cc-acp av pns32 vvb dt n2 dt j n1; j-jn p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2229 and so, in truth, they set up a new Rule of Faith, whereby they change the Christian Religion. and so, in truth, they Set up a new Rule of Faith, whereby they change the Christian Religion. cc av, p-acp n1, pns32 vvd a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvb dt njp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2230 For a new Rule of Faith and Religion makes a new Faith and Religion. For a new Rule of Faith and Religion makes a new Faith and Religion. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt j n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2231 This we charge the Church of Rome with, and do challenge them to shew this new Rule of Faith, before the Council of Trent; and consequently, where their Religion was before that Council; This we charge the Church of Room with, and do challenge them to show this new Rule of Faith, before the Council of Trent; and consequently, where their Religion was before that Council; d pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp, cc vdb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av-j, c-crq po32 n1 vbds p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2232 to shew a Religion, consisting of all those Articles, which are defined by the Council of Trent as necessary to Salvation, to show a Religion, consisting of all those Articles, which Are defined by the Council of Trent as necessary to Salvation, pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvg pp-f d d n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2233 and established upon this new Rule, professed by any Christian Church in the World before that time. and established upon this new Rule, professed by any Christian Church in the World before that time. cc vvn p-acp d j n1, vvn p-acp d njp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2234 And as they have pitch'd upon a new Rule of Faith; And as they have pitched upon a new Rule of Faith; cc c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2235 so it is easie to see to what End. For take Pope Pius IV. his Creed, and we may see where the Old and New Religion parts; so it is easy to see to what End. For take Pope Pius IV. his Creed, and we may see where the Old and New Religion parts; av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp vvi n1 np1 np1 po31 np1, cc pns12 vmb vvi c-crq dt j cc j n1 n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2236 even at the end of the Twelve Articles of the Aplostles Creed, which was the ancient Christian Faith; even At the end of the Twelve Articles of the Aplostles Creed, which was the ancient Christian Faith; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, r-crq vbds dt j njp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2237 to which are added in Pope Pius his Creed Twelve Articles more, defined in the Council of Trent, and supported only by Tradition. to which Are added in Pope Pius his Creed Twelve Articles more, defined in the Council of Trent, and supported only by Tradition. p-acp r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 np1 po31 np1 crd n2 av-dc, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd av-j p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2238 So that as the Scripture answers for the Twelve old Articles, which are plainly contained there; So that as the Scripture answers for the Twelve old Articles, which Are plainly contained there; av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt crd j n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvn a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2239 so Tradition is to answer for the Twelve new ones. And therefore the matter was calculated very exactly, so Tradition is to answer for the Twelve new ones. And Therefore the matter was calculated very exactly, av n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt crd j pi2. cc av dt n1 vbds vvn av av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2240 when they make Tradition just of equal Authority with the Scriptures; when they make Tradition just of equal authority with the Scriptures; c-crq pns32 vvb n1 j pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2241 because as many Articles of Their Faith were to be made good by it, and rely upon it, Because as many Articles of Their Faith were to be made good by it, and rely upon it, c-acp c-acp d n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2242 as those which are proved by the Authority of Scripture. as those which Are proved by the authority of Scripture. c-acp d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2243 But that Tradition is of equal Authority with the Scriptures, we have nothing in the whole World for it, But that Tradition is of equal authority with the Scriptures, we have nothing in the Whole World for it, p-acp d n1 vbz pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2, pns12 vhb pix p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2244 but the bare Assertion of the Council of Trent. but the bore Assertion of the Council of Trent. cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 114
2245 I should now have added some other Considerations, tending to confirm and establish us in our Religion, against the Pretences and Insinuations of Seducing Spirits: I should now have added Some other Considerations, tending to confirm and establish us in our Religion, against the Pretences and Insinuations of Seducing Spirits: pns11 vmd av vhi vvn d j-jn n2, vvg pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 437 Image 114
2246 But I shall proceed no farther at present. The Tenth Sermon, as number'd, follows. But I shall proceed no farther At present. The Tenth Sermon, as numbered, follows. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp j. dt ord n1, c-acp vvn, vvz. (13) sermon (DIV1) 437 Image 114
2247 A SERMON. A SERMON. dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 146
2248 HEB. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, for he is faithful that hath promised. HEBREW. X. 23. Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, for he is faithful that hath promised. n1. fw-la crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 146
2249 THESE words contain an Exhortation to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, and an Argument or Encouragement thereto, because he is faithful that hath promised. THESE words contain an Exhortation to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, and an Argument or Encouragement thereto, Because he is faithful that hath promised. d n2 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, cc dt n1 cc n1 av, c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2250 By the Exhortation to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, is not meant, that those who are capable of examining the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion should blindly hold it fast against the best Reasons that can be offered; By the Exhortation to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, is not meant, that those who Are capable of examining the Grounds and Reasons of their Religion should blindly hold it fast against the best Reasons that can be offered; p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, vbz xx vvn, cst d r-crq vbr j pp-f vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1 vmd av-j vvi pn31 av-j p-acp dt js n2 cst vmb vbi vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2251 because upon these terms, every Man must continue in the Religion in which he happens to be fixt by Education, Because upon these terms, every Man must continue in the Religion in which he happens to be fixed by Education, c-acp p-acp d n2, d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2252 or an ill choice, be his Religion true or false; without Examining and looking into it, whether it be right or wrong; or an ill choice, be his Religion true or false; without Examining and looking into it, whither it be right or wrong; cc dt j-jn n1, vbb po31 n1 j cc j; p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbb j-jn cc n-jn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2253 for till a Man examines, every Man thinks his Religion right. for till a Man examines, every Man thinks his Religion right. c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz, d n1 vvz po31 n1 j-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2254 That which the Apostle here exhorts Christians to hold fast, is the Ancient Faith, of which all Christians make a solemn profession in their Baptism; That which the Apostle Here exhorts Christians to hold fast, is the Ancient Faith, of which all Christians make a solemn profession in their Baptism; d r-crq dt n1 av vvz np1 pc-acp vvi av-j, vbz dt j n1, pp-f r-crq d np1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2255 as plainly appears from the context. as plainly appears from the context. c-acp av-j vvz p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2256 And this Profession of our Faith, we are to hold in the following instances, which I shall but briefly mention, without enlarging upon them. And this Profession of our Faith, we Are to hold in the following instances, which I shall but briefly mention, without enlarging upon them. cc d n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg n2, r-crq pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 146
2257 1. We are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. 1. We Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith against the Confidence of Men, without Scripture or Reason to support that Confidence. crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 146
2258 2. And much more, against the Confidence of Men contrary to plain Scripture and Reason, and to the common Sense of Mankind. 2. And much more, against the Confidence of Men contrary to plain Scripture and Reason, and to the Common Sense of Mankind. crd cc av-d av-dc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 j-jn p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 146
2259 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World, against the Temptations of Fashion and Example, 3. Against all the Temptations and Terrors of the World, against the Temptations of Fashion and Exampl, crd p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 146
2260 and of Worldly Interest and Advantage, and against all Terrors and Sufferings of Persecution. and of Worldly Interest and Advantage, and against all Terrors and Sufferings of Persecution. cc pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 146
2261 4. Against all vain promises of being put into a safer condition, and groundless hopes of getting to Heaven upon easier terms than the Gospel hath proposed, in some other Church and Religion. 4. Against all vain promises of being put into a safer condition, and groundless hope's of getting to Heaven upon Easier terms than the Gospel hath proposed, in Some other Church and Religion. crd p-acp d j n2 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt jc n1, cc j n2 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2 cs dt n1 vhz vvn, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 443 Image 146
2262 Lastly, We are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busie and disputing Men, whose design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, Lastly, We Are to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, against all the cunning Arts and Insinuations of busy and disputing Men, whose Design it is to unhinge Men from their Religion, ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc vvg n2, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 146
2263 and to make Proselytes to their Party and Faction. and to make Proselytes to their Party and Faction. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 146
2264 But without entring into these particulars, I shall in order to Establishment in the Reformed Religion which we profess, in opposition to the Errors and Corruptions of the Church of Rome, apply my self at this time, to make a short comparison betwixt the Religion which we profess, But without entering into these particulars, I shall in order to Establishment in the Reformed Religion which we profess, in opposition to the Errors and Corruptions of the Church of Rome, apply my self At this time, to make a short comparison betwixt the Religion which we profess, cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp d n2-j, pns11 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvn n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb po11 n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, (14) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 146
2265 and that of the Church of Rome: That we may discern on which side the advantage of Truth lies; and that of the Church of Rome: That we may discern on which side the advantage of Truth lies; cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 146
2266 and in making this comparison, I shall insist upon Three things, which will bring the matter to an issue, and in making this comparison, I shall insist upon Three things, which will bring the matter to an issue, cc p-acp vvg d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 146
2267 and are, I think, sufficient to determine every sober and considerate Man, which of these he ought in Reason, and Are, I think, sufficient to determine every Sobrium and considerate Man, which of these he ought in Reason, cc vbr, pns11 vvb, j pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1, r-crq pp-f d pns31 vmd p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 146
2268 and with regard to the safety of his Soul, to embrace: And they are these. I. and with regard to the safety of his Soul, to embrace: And they Are these. I. cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi: cc pns32 vbr d. pns11. (14) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 146
2269 That we govern our Belief and Practice in matters of Religion, by the true ancient Rule of Christianity, the Word of God contained in the Holy Scriptures: That we govern our Belief and Practice in matters of Religion, by the true ancient Rule of Christianity, the Word of God contained in the Holy Scriptures: cst pns12 vvb po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 446 Image 146
2270 But the Church of Rome, for the maintenance of their Errors and Corruptions, have been forced to devise a new Rule, never owned by the Primitive Church, But the Church of Rome, for the maintenance of their Errors and Corruptions, have been forced to devise a new Rule, never owned by the Primitive Church, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-x vvd p-acp dt j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 446 Image 146
2271 nor by the Ancient Fathers and Councils of it. nor by the Ancient Father's and Councils of it. ccx p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 446 Image 146
2272 II. That the Doctrines and Practices in difference betwixt us and the Church of Rome, are either contrary to this Rule, II That the Doctrines and Practices in difference betwixt us and the Church of Rome, Are either contrary to this Rule, crd d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr d j-jn p-acp d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 447 Image 146
2273 or destitute of the Warrant and Authority of it, and are plain Additions to the ancient Christianity, and Corruptions of it. III. or destitute of the Warrant and authority of it, and Are plain Additions to the ancient Christianity, and Corruptions of it. III. cc j pp-f dt vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc vbr j n2 p-acp dt j np1, cc n2 pp-f pn31. np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 447 Image 146
2274 That our Religion hath many clear Advantages of that of the Church of Rome, not only very considerable in themselves, That our Religion hath many clear Advantages of that of the Church of Rome, not only very considerable in themselves, cst po12 n1 vhz d j n2 pp-f d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, xx av-j av j p-acp px32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 448 Image 146
2275 but very obvious and discernable to an ordinary capacity, upon the first proposal of them. I shall be as brief in these as I can. I. but very obvious and discernible to an ordinary capacity, upon the First proposal of them. I shall be as brief in these as I can. I. cc-acp av j cc j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pno32. pns11 vmb vbi a-acp j p-acp d c-acp pns11 vmb. pns11. (14) sermon (DIV1) 448 Image 146
2276 That we govern our belief and Practice in matters of Religion, by the true ancient Rule of Christianity, the Word of God contain'd in the Holy Scriptures: That we govern our belief and Practice in matters of Religion, by the true ancient Rule of Christianity, the Word of God contained in the Holy Scriptures: cst pns12 vvb po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt j n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2277 But the Church of Rome, for the maintaining of their Errors and Corruptions, have been forced to devise a new Rule, never owned by the Primitive Church, But the Church of Rome, for the maintaining of their Errors and Corruptions, have been forced to devise a new Rule, never owned by the Primitive Church, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-x vvd p-acp dt j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2278 nor by the Ancient Councils and Fathers of it; nor by the Ancient Councils and Father's of it; ccx p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2279 That is, they have joined with the Word of God contained in the Holy Scriptures, the unwritten Traditions of their Church, concerning several points of their Faith and Practice; That is, they have joined with the Word of God contained in the Holy Scriptures, the unwritten Traditions of their Church, Concerning several points of their Faith and Practice; cst vbz, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt j n2, dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, vvg j n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2280 which they acknowledge cannot be proved from Scripture, and these they call the unwritten Word of God; which they acknowledge cannot be proved from Scripture, and these they call the unwritten Word of God; r-crq pns32 vvb vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc d pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2281 and the Council of Trent hath decreed them to be of equal Authority with the Holy Scriptures; and the Council of Trent hath decreed them to be of equal authority with the Holy Scriptures; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vbi pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2282 and that they do receive and venerate them with the same pious Affection and Reverence; and that they do receive and venerate them with the same pious Affection and reverence; cc cst pns32 vdb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt d j n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2283 and all this, contrary to the express declaration and unanimous consent of all the Ancient Councils and Fathers of the Christian Church, (as I have already shewn); and all this, contrary to the express declaration and unanimous consent of all the Ancient Councils and Father's of the Christian Church, (as I have already shown); cc d d, j-jn p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt njp n1, (c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn); (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2284 and this never declar'd to be a point of Faith, till it was decreed, (not much above a Hundred Years ago) in the Council of Trent; and this surely, and this never declared to be a point of Faith, till it was decreed, (not much above a Hundred years ago) in the Council of Trent; and this surely, cc d av-x vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn, (xx d p-acp dt crd n2 av) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc d av-j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2285 if any thing, is a Matter of great consequence, to presume to alter the Ancient Rule of Christian Doctrine and Practice, if any thing, is a Matter of great consequence, to presume to altar the Ancient Rule of Christian Doctrine and Practice, cs d n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2286 and to enlarge it, and add to it, at their pleasure. and to enlarge it, and add to it, At their pleasure. cc pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2287 But the Church of Rome having made so great a change in the Doctrine and Practice of Christianity, it became consequently necessary to make a change of the Rule: But the Church of Room having made so great a change in the Doctrine and Practice of Christianity, it became consequently necessary to make a change of the Rule: p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vhg vvn av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvd av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2288 And therefore with great Reason did the Council of Trent take this into consideration in the first place, And Therefore with great Reason did the Council of Trent take this into consideration in the First place, cc av p-acp j n1 vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb d p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2289 and put it in the front of their Decrees, because it was to be the foundation and main proof of the following Definitions of Faith, and put it in the front of their Decrees, Because it was to be the Foundation and main proof of the following Definitions of Faith, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp pn31 vbds pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2290 and Decrees of Practice, for which, without this new Rule, there had been no colour. and Decrees of Practice, for which, without this new Rule, there had been no colour. cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq, p-acp d j n1, a-acp vhd vbn dx n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 146
2291 II. The Doctrines and Practices in difference betwixt us, and the Church of Rome, are either contrary to the true Rule, II The Doctrines and Practices in difference betwixt us, and the Church of Rome, Are either contrary to the true Rule, crd dt n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr d j-jn p-acp dt j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 450 Image 146
2292 or destitute of the Warrant and Authority of it; and plain Additions to the Ancient Christianity, and Corruptions of it; or destitute of the Warrant and authority of it; and plain Additions to the Ancient Christianity, and Corruptions of it; cc j pp-f dt vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31; cc j n2 p-acp dt j np1, cc n2 pp-f pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 450 Image 146
2293 the Truth of this will best appear, by instancing in some of the principal Doctrines and Practices in difference betwixt us. the Truth of this will best appear, by instancing in Some of the principal Doctrines and Practices in difference betwixt us. dt n1 pp-f d vmb av-js vvi, p-acp vvg p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12. (14) sermon (DIV1) 450 Image 146
2294 As for their two great Fundamental Doctrines, of the Supremacy of the Bishop of Rome over all the Christians in the world, As for their two great Fundamental Doctrines, of the Supremacy of the Bishop of Room over all the Christians in the world, c-acp p-acp po32 crd j j n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp d dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2295 and the Infallibility of their Church, there is not one word in Scripture concerning these Priviledges; and the Infallibility of their Church, there is not one word in Scripture Concerning these Privileges; cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 p-acp n1 vvg d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2296 nay it is little less than a demonstration that they have no such Priviledges, that St. Paul in a long Epistle to the Church of Rome takes no notice of them; nay it is little less than a demonstration that they have no such Privileges, that Saint Paul in a long Epistle to the Church of Room Takes no notice of them; uh pn31 vbz av-j av-dc cs dt n1 cst pns32 vhb dx d n2, cst n1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz dx n1 pp-f pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2297 That the Church of Rome either then was, or was to be soon after, the Mother and Mistress of all Churches, which is now grown to be an Article of Faith in the Church of Rome; and yet it is hardly to be imagined, that he could have omitted to take notice of such remarkable Priviledges of their Bishops and Church, above any in the world, had he known they had belonged to them. That the Church of Room either then was, or was to be soon After, the Mother and Mistress of all Churches, which is now grown to be an Article of Faith in the Church of Room; and yet it is hardly to be imagined, that he could have omitted to take notice of such remarkable Privileges of their Bishops and Church, above any in the world, had he known they had belonged to them. cst dt n1 pp-f vvb av-d av vbds, cc vbds pc-acp vbi av a-acp, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; cc av pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n1, p-acp d p-acp dt n1, vhd pns31 vvn pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2298 So that in all probability he was ignorant of those mighty Prerogatives of the Church of Rome, otherwise it cannot be, So that in all probability he was ignorant of those mighty Prerogatives of the Church of Rome, otherwise it cannot be, av cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vbds j pp-f d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av pn31 vmbx vbi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2299 but that he would have written with more deference and submission to this Seat of Infallibility, and Center of Unity; but that he would have written with more deference and submission to this Seat of Infallibility, and Centre of Unity; cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dc n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2300 he would certainly have paid a greater Respect to this Mother and Mistress of all Churches, where the Head of the Church, he would Certainly have paid a greater Respect to this Mother and Mistress of all Churches, where the Head of the Church, pns31 vmd av-j vhb vvn dt jc n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2301 and Vicar of Christ either was already seated, or by the appointment of Christ was designed for ever to fix his Throne and establish his Residence; and Vicar of christ either was already seated, or by the appointment of christ was designed for ever to fix his Throne and establish his Residence; cc n1 pp-f np1 d vbds av vvn, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc vvi po31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2302 but there is not one word, or the least intimation of any such thing throughout this whole Epistle, but there is not one word, or the least intimation of any such thing throughout this Whole Epistle, cc-acp pc-acp vbz xx crd n1, cc dt ds n1 pp-f d d n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2303 nor in any other part of the New Testament. nor in any other part of the New Testament. ccx p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 146
2304 Besides, that both these pretended Priledges are omitted, by plain Fact and Evidence of things themselves, their Supremacy, in that the far greatest part of the Christian Church, Beside, that both these pretended Priledges Are omitted, by plain Fact and Evidence of things themselves, their Supremacy, in that the Far greatest part of the Christian Church, a-acp, cst d d j-vvn n2 vbr vvn, p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 px32, po32 n1, p-acp cst dt av-j js n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 146
2305 neither is at this day, nor can be shewn by the Records of any Age, ever to have been subject to the Bishop of Rome, or to have acknowledged his Authority and Jurisdiction over them, neither is At this day, nor can be shown by the Records of any Age, ever to have been Subject to the Bishop of Rome, or to have acknowledged his authority and Jurisdiction over them, av-dx vbz p-acp d n1, ccx vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, av pc-acp vhi vbn j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 146
2306 and the Infallibility of the Pope, whether with or without a General Council, (about which they still differ) though Infallibility was devised on purpose, to determine all differences: and the Infallibility of the Pope, whither with or without a General Council, (about which they still differ) though Infallibility was devised on purpose, to determine all differences: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs p-acp cc p-acp dt j n1, (p-acp r-crq pns32 av vvi) cs n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 146
2307 I say, this Infallibility, where-ever it is pretended to be, is plainly confuted by the contradictory Definitions of several Popes and Councils; I say, this Infallibility, wherever it is pretended to be, is plainly confuted by the contradictory Definitions of several Popes and Councils; pns11 vvb, d n1, j pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi, vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 146
2308 for if they have contradicted one another, (as is plain, beyond all contradiction, in several instances) then there must of necessity be an Error on one side; for if they have contradicted one Another, (as is plain, beyond all contradiction, in several instances) then there must of necessity be an Error on one side; c-acp cs pns32 vhb vvd crd j-jn, (c-acp vbz j, p-acp d n1, p-acp j n2) av pc-acp vmb pp-f n1 vbb dt n1 p-acp crd n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 146
2309 and there can be no so certain demonstration, that any one is infallible, as evident Error and Mistake is of the contrary. and there can be no so certain demonstration, that any one is infallible, as evident Error and Mistake is of the contrary. cc pc-acp vmb vbi av-dx av j n1, cst d pi vbz j, c-acp j n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f dt n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 146
2310 Next, their concealing both the Rule of Religion and the Practice of it, in the Worship and Service of God, from the People, in an unknown Tongue; Next, their concealing both the Rule of Religion and the Practice of it, in the Worship and Service of God, from the People, in an unknown Tongue; ord, po32 vvg d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2311 and their administring the Communion to the People in one kind only, contrary to clear Scripture and the plain Institution of our Blessed Saviour; and their administering the Communion to the People in one kind only, contrary to clear Scripture and the plain Institution of our Blessed Saviour; cc po32 j-vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1 av-j, j-jn p-acp j n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2312 and then their Worship of Images, and Invocation of Angels and Saints, and the Blessed Virgin, in the same Solemn manner, and then their Worship of Images, and Invocation of Angels and Saints, and the Blessed Virgae, in the same Solemn manner, cc av po32 n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt d j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2313 and for the same Blessings and Benefits which we beg of God himself, contrary to the express Word of God, which commands us to Worship the Lord our God; and to serve him only; and for the same Blessings and Benefits which we beg of God himself, contrary to the express Word of God, which commands us to Worship the Lord our God; and to serve him only; cc p-acp dt d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f np1 px31, j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 po12 n1; cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2314 and which declares, that as there is but one God, so there is but one Mediator between God and Man, Christ Jesus; and which declares, that as there is but one God, so there is but one Mediator between God and Man, christ jesus; cc r-crq vvz, cst c-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, av pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, np1 np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2315 but one Mediator not only of Redemption, but of Intercession too; but one Mediator not only of Redemption, but of Intercession too; cc-acp crd n1 xx av-j pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1 av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2316 for the Apostle there speaks of a Mediator of Intercession, by whom only we are to offer up our Prayers, which are to be put up to God only, for the Apostle there speaks of a Mediator of Intercession, by whom only we Are to offer up our Prayers, which Are to be put up to God only, p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq av-j pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1 av-j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2317 and which expresly forbids Men to worship any Image or likeness: and which expressly forbids Men to worship any Image or likeness: cc r-crq av-j vvz n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2318 And the Learned Men of their own Church acknowledge, that there is neither Precept nor Example for these Practices in Scripture, And the Learned Men of their own Church acknowledge, that there is neither Precept nor Exampl for these Practices in Scripture, cc dt j n2 pp-f po32 d n1 vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2319 and that they were not used in the Christian Church for several Ages; and that they were not used in the Christian Church for several Ages; cc cst pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp j n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2320 and this acknowledgment we think very considerable, since so great a part of their Religion, especially as it is practised among the People, is contained in these points; and this acknowledgment we think very considerable, since so great a part of their Religion, especially as it is practised among the People, is contained in these points; cc d n1 pns12 vvb av j, c-acp av j dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, av-j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2321 for the Service of God in an Unknown Tongue, and withholding the Scriptures from the People, they do not pretend so much as One Testimony of any Father for the first 600 Years, for the Service of God in an Unknown Tongue, and withholding the Scriptures from the People, they do not pretend so much as One Testimony of any Father for the First 600 years, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi av av-d c-acp crd n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt ord crd n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2322 and nothing certainly can be more unreasonable in it self, than to deny People the best means of knowing the Will of God, and nothing Certainly can be more unreasonable in it self, than to deny People the best means of knowing the Will of God, cc pix av-j vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp pn31 n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 dt js n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2323 and not to permit them to understand what is done in the publick Worship of God, and not to permit them to understand what is done in the public Worship of God, cc xx pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2324 and what Prayers are put up to him in the Church. and what Prayers Are put up to him in the Church. cc r-crq n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 146
2325 The two great Doctrines of Transubstantiation and Purgatory are acknowledged by many of their own Learned Writers, to have no certain Foundation in Scripture; The two great Doctrines of Transubstantiation and Purgatory Are acknowledged by many of their own Learned Writers, to have no certain Foundation in Scripture; dt crd j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp d pp-f po32 d j n2, pc-acp vhi dx j n1 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 146
2326 and that there are seven Sacraments of the Christian Religion, tho' it be now made an Article of Faith by the Council of Trent, is a thing which cannot be shewn in any Council or Father for above a Thousand Years after Christ. and that there Are seven Sacraments of the Christian Religion, though it be now made an Article of Faith by the Council of Trent, is a thing which cannot be shown in any Council or Father for above a Thousand years After christ. cc cst a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f dt njp n1, cs pn31 vbb av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 146
2327 And we find no mention of this Number of the Sacraments, till the Age of Peter Lombard the Father of the Schoolmen. And we find no mention of this Number of the Sacraments, till the Age of Peter Lombard the Father of the Schoolmen. cc pns12 vvb dx n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 146
2328 That the Church of Rome is the Mother and Mistress of all Churches, tho' that also be one of the new Articles of Pope Pius the IV. his Creed, which their Priests are by a Solemn Oath obliged to believe and teach, That the Church of Room is the Mother and Mistress of all Churches, though that also be one of the new Articles of Pope Pius the IV. his Creed, which their Priests Are by a Solemn Oath obliged to believe and teach, cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, cs cst av vbi crd pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1 np1 dt np1 po31 n1, r-crq po32 n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2329 yet is it most evidently false: yet is it most evidently false: av vbz pn31 av-ds av-j j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2330 That she is not the Mother of all Churches is plain, because Jerusalem was certainly so, That she is not the Mother of all Churches is plain, Because Jerusalem was Certainly so, cst pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz j, c-acp np1 vbds av-j av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2331 for there certainly was the first Christian Church, and from thence all the Christian Churches in the World derive themselves; for there Certainly was the First Christian Church, and from thence all the Christian Churches in the World derive themselves; c-acp a-acp av-j vbds dt ord np1 n1, cc p-acp av d dt njp n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb px32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2332 that she is not, (tho' she fain would be) the Mistress of all Churches, is as evident, that she is not, (though she fain would be) the Mistress of all Churches, is as evident, d pns31 vbz xx, (cs pns31 av-j vmd vbi) dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbz a-acp j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2333 because the greatest part of the Christian Church does at this day, and always did, deny that she hath any Authority or Supremacy over them. Because the greatest part of the Christian Church does At this day, and always did, deny that she hath any authority or Supremacy over them. c-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt njp n1 vdz p-acp d n1, cc av vdd, vvi cst pns31 vhz d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2334 Now these are the principal matters in difference betwixt us, and if these Points, and a few more, be pared off from Popery, that which remains of their Religion, is the same with ours, that is, the true Ancient Christianity. III. Now these Are the principal matters in difference betwixt us, and if these Points, and a few more, be pared off from Popery, that which remains of their Religion, is the same with ours, that is, the true Ancient Christianity. III. av d vbr dt j-jn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, cc cs d n2, cc dt d dc, vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cst r-crq vvz pp-f po32 n1, vbz dt d p-acp png12, d vbz, dt j j np1. np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 146
2335 I shall shew that our Religion hath many clear advantages of theirs, not only very considerable in themselves, I shall show that our Religion hath many clear advantages of theirs, not only very considerable in themselves, pns11 vmb vvi cst po12 n1 vhz d j n2 pp-f png32, xx av-j av j p-acp px32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 146
2336 but very obvious and discernable to an ordinary capacity, upon the very first proposal of them; as, but very obvious and discernible to an ordinary capacity, upon the very First proposal of them; as, cc-acp av j cc j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt av ord n1 pp-f pno32; c-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 146
2337 1. That our Religion agrees perfectly with the Scriptures, and all points both of our Belief and Practice, esteemed by us as necessary to Salvation, are there contained, 1. That our Religion agrees perfectly with the Scriptures, and all points both of our Belief and Practice, esteemed by us as necessary to Salvation, Are there contained, crd cst po12 n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n2, cc d n2 d pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j p-acp n1, vbr a-acp vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 457 Image 146
2338 even our Enemies themselves being Judges. We Worship the Lord our God, and him only do we serve. even our Enemies themselves being Judges. We Worship the Lord our God, and him only do we serve. av po12 n2 px32 vbg n2. pns12 vvb dt n1 po12 n1, cc pno31 av-j vdi pns12 vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 457 Image 146
2339 We do not fall down before Images and Worship them, we address all our Prayers to God alone, by the only Mediation and Intercession of his Son Jesus Christ; We do not fallen down before Images and Worship them, we address all our Prayers to God alone, by the only Mediation and Intercession of his Son jesus christ; pns12 vdb xx vvi a-acp p-acp n2 cc n1 pno32, pns12 vvb d po12 n2 p-acp np1 av-j, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 457 Image 146
2340 as he himself hath given us Commandment, and as St. Paul doth plainly direct, giving us this plain and Substantial Reason for it, as he himself hath given us Commandment, and as Saint Paul does plainly Direct, giving us this plain and Substantial Reason for it, c-acp pns31 px31 vhz vvn pno12 n1, cc p-acp n1 np1 vdz av-j vvi, vvg pno12 d j cc j n1 p-acp pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 457 Image 146
2341 Because as there is but one God, so there is but one Mediator between God and Men, the Man Christ Jesus. Because as there is but one God, so there is but one Mediator between God and Men, the Man christ jesus. c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1, av pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, dt n1 np1 np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 457 Image 146
2342 The publick Worship and Service of God is perform'd by us in a Language which we understand, according to St. Paul 's express Order and Direction, The public Worship and Service of God is performed by us in a Language which we understand, according to Saint Paul is express Order and Direction, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, vvg p-acp n1 np1 vbz j n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 458 Image 146
2343 and the universal Practice of the ancient Church, and the Nature and Reason of the thing it self: and the universal Practice of the ancient Church, and the Nature and Reason of the thing it self: cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 458 Image 146
2344 We administer the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper in both kinds, according to our Saviour's Example and plain Institution; We administer the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper in both Kinds, according to our Saviour's Exampl and plain Institution; pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n2, vvg p-acp po12 ng1 n1 cc j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 458 Image 146
2345 and the continual Practice of all the Christian Churches in the World, for above a Thousand Years. and the continual Practice of all the Christian Churches in the World, for above a Thousand years. cc dt j n1 pp-f d dt njp n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt crd n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 458 Image 146
2346 2. We believe nothing as necessary to Salvation, but what hath been owned in all Ages to be the Christian Doctrine, 2. We believe nothing as necessary to Salvation, but what hath been owned in all Ages to be the Christian Doctrine, crd pns12 vvb pix p-acp j p-acp n1, cc-acp q-crq vhz vbn j-vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi dt njp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 146
2347 and is acknowleged so to be by the Church of Rome it self; and is acknowledged so to be by the Church of Room it self; cc vbz vvn av pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb pn31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 146
2348 and we receive the whole Faith of the Primitive Christian Church, ( viz. ) What ever is contained in the Apostles Creed, and we receive the Whole Faith of the Primitive Christian Church, (viz.) What ever is contained in the Apostles Creed, cc pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j njp n1, (n1) q-crq av vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 146
2349 and in the Explications of that in the Creeds of the Four first General Councills. and in the Explications of that in the Creeds of the Four First General Councils. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt crd ord n1 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 146
2350 By which it plainly appears, that all points of Faith in difference betwixt us and the Church of Rome, are meer Innovations and plain Additions to the ancient Christian Faith. By which it plainly appears, that all points of Faith in difference betwixt us and the Church of Rome, Are mere Innovations and plain Additions to the ancient Christian Faith. p-acp r-crq pn31 av-j vvz, cst d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr j n2 cc j n2 p-acp dt j njp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 146
2351 But all that we believe, is acknowledged by them to be undoubtedly the ancient Christian Faith. But all that we believe, is acknowledged by them to be undoubtedly the ancient Christian Faith. p-acp d cst pns12 vvb, vbz vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi av-j dt j njp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 146
2352 3. There is nothing wanting in our Church and Religion, whether in Matter of Faith or Practice, which either the Scripture makes necessary to Salvation, 3. There is nothing wanting in our Church and Religion, whither in Matter of Faith or Practice, which either the Scripture makes necessary to Salvation, crd pc-acp vbz pix vvg p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq av-d dt n1 vvz j p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 460 Image 146
2353 or was so esteem'd by the Christian Church for the first Five Hundred Years; or was so esteemed by the Christian Church for the First Five Hundred years; cc vbds av vvn p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp dt ord crd crd n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 460 Image 146
2354 and we trust, that what was sufficient for the Salvation of Christians in the best Ages of Christianity for Five Hundred Years together, may be so still; and we trust, that what was sufficient for the Salvation of Christians in the best Ages of Christianity for Five Hundred years together, may be so still; cc pns12 vvb, cst r-crq vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f np1 p-acp crd crd n2 av, vmb vbi av av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 460 Image 146
2355 and we are very well content to venture our Salvation upon the same terms that they did. and we Are very well content to venture our Salvation upon the same terms that they did. cc pns12 vbr av av j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt d n2 cst pns32 vdd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 460 Image 146
2356 4. Our Religion is not only free from all Idolatrous Worship, but even from all Suspicion and probable Charge of any such thing; 4. Our Religion is not only free from all Idolatrous Worship, but even from all Suspicion and probable Charge of any such thing; crd po12 n1 vbz xx av-j j p-acp d j n1, cc-acp av p-acp d n1 cc j n1 pp-f d d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2357 but this the Church of Rome is not, as is acknowledged by her most Learned Champions, but this the Church of Room is not, as is acknowledged by her most Learned Champions, cc-acp d dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz xx, c-acp vbz vvn p-acp po31 av-ds j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2358 and as no Man of Ingenuity can deny; and as no Man of Ingenuity can deny; cc p-acp dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2359 And the Reason which the Learned Men give, why the Worship of Images, and the Invocation of Angels and Saints departed were not practised in the Primitive Church, And the Reason which the Learned Men give, why the Worship of Images, and the Invocation of Angels and Saints departed were not practised in the Primitive Church, cc dt n1 r-crq dt j n2 vvi, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vvn vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2360 for the first Three Hundred Years, is a plain acknowledgment that these Practices are very liable to the Suspicion of Idolatry; for the First Three Hundred years, is a plain acknowledgment that these Practices Are very liable to the Suspicion of Idolatry; p-acp dt ord crd crd n2, vbz dt j n1 cst d n2 vbr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2361 for they say, that the Christians did then forbear those Practices, because they seem'd to come too near to the Pagan Idolatry, for they say, that the Christians did then forbear those Practices, Because they seemed to come too near to the Pagan Idolatry, c-acp pns32 vvb, cst dt np1 vdd av vvi d n2, c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2362 and lest the Heathen should have taken occasion to have justified themselves, if these things had been practised among Christians; and lest the Heathen should have taken occasion to have justified themselves, if these things had been practised among Christians; cc cs dt j-jn vmd vhi vvn n1 pc-acp vhi vvn px32, cs d n2 vhd vbn vvn p-acp np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2363 and they cannot now be Ignorant, what Scandal they give by these Practices both to the Jews and Turks, and how much they alienate them from Christianity by this Scandal; and they cannot now be Ignorant, what Scandal they give by these Practices both to the jews and Turks, and how much they alienate them from Christianity by this Scandal; cc pns32 vmbx av vbi j, r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d n2 av-d p-acp dt np2 cc n2, cc c-crq d pns32 vvi pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2364 nor can they chuse but be sensible, upon how great disadvantage they are in defending these Practices from the Charge of Idolatry; nor can they choose but be sensible, upon how great disadvantage they Are in defending these Practices from the Charge of Idolatry; ccx vmb pns32 vvi cc-acp vbi j, p-acp c-crq j n1 pns32 vbr p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2365 and that by all their blind Distinctions, with which they raise such a Cloud and Dust, they can hardly make any plausible and tollerable Defence of themselves from this Charge: and that by all their blind Distinctions, with which they raise such a Cloud and Dust, they can hardly make any plausible and tolerable Defence of themselves from this Charge: cc cst p-acp d po32 j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb d dt n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb av vvi d j cc j n1 pp-f px32 p-acp d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2366 Insomuch, that to secure their own People from discerning their Guilt in this Matter, they have been put upon that shameful shift of leaving out the Second Commandment in their common Catechisms and Manuals, Insomuch, that to secure their own People from discerning their Gilded in this Matter, they have been put upon that shameful shift of leaving out the Second Commandment in their Common Catechisms and Manuals, av, cst pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 p-acp vvg po32 j-vvn p-acp d n1, pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg av dt ord n1 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2367 lest the People, seeing so plain a Law of God against so common a Practice of their Church, should upon that Discovery have broken off from them. lest the People, seeing so plain a Law of God against so Common a Practice of their Church, should upon that Discovery have broken off from them. cs dt n1, vvg av j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vmd p-acp d n1 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 146
2368 5. Nor is our Religion incumbered with such an endless number of superstitious and troublesom Observances, 5. Nor is our Religion encumbered with such an endless number of superstitious and troublesome Observances, crd ccx vbz po12 n1 j-vvn p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 462 Image 146
2369 as theirs infiintely is, even beyond the Number of the Jewish Ceremonies, to the great Burden and Scandal of the Christian Religion, as theirs infiintely is, even beyond the Number of the Jewish Ceremonies, to the great Burden and Scandal of the Christian Religion, c-acp png32 av-j vbz, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 462 Image 146
2370 and the diverting of Mens Minds from the spiritual part of Religion, and the more weighty and necessary Duties of the Christian Life; and the diverting of Men's Minds from the spiritual part of Religion, and the more weighty and necessary Duties of the Christian Life; cc dt vvg pp-f ng2 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt av-dc j cc j n2 pp-f dt njp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 462 Image 146
2371 so that, in truth, a devout Pastor is so taken up with the external Rites and little Observances of his Religion, that he hath little or no time to make himself a good Man, so that, in truth, a devout Pastor is so taken up with the external Rites and little Observances of his Religion, that he hath little or no time to make himself a good Man, av cst, p-acp n1, dt j n1 vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2 cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz j cc dx n1 pc-acp vvi px31 dt j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 462 Image 146
2372 and to cultivate and improve his Mind in true Piety and Virtue. and to cultivate and improve his Mind in true Piety and Virtue. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 462 Image 146
2373 6. Our Religion is evidently more Charitable to all Christians that differ from us, and particularly to them, who, by their Uncharitableness to us, have done as much as is possible to discharge and damp our Charity towards them. 6. Our Religion is evidently more Charitable to all Christians that differ from us, and particularly to them, who, by their Uncharitableness to us, have done as much as is possible to discharge and damp our Charity towards them. crd po12 n1 vbz av-j av-dc j p-acp d np1 cst vvi p-acp pno12, cc av-j p-acp pno32, r-crq, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno12, vhb vdn c-acp d c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi cc n-jn po12 n1 p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 463 Image 146
2374 And Charity, as it is one of the most essential Marks of a true Christian, so it is likewise the best Mark and Ornament of a true Church; And Charity, as it is one of the most essential Marks of a true Christian, so it is likewise the best Mark and Ornament of a true Church; cc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt j njp, av pn31 vbz av dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 463 Image 146
2375 and of all things that can be thought of, methinks the want of Charity in any Church should be a Motive to no Man to fall in love with it, and of all things that can be Thought of, methinks the want of Charity in any Church should be a Motive to no Man to fallen in love with it, cc pp-f d n2 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 463 Image 146
2376 and to be fond of its Communion. and to be found of its Communion. cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 463 Image 146
2377 7. Our Religion doth not clash and interfere with any of the great Moral Duties, to which all Mankind stand obliged by the Law and Light of Nature; as Fidelity, Mercy and Truth: 7. Our Religion does not clash and interfere with any of the great Moral Duties, to which all Mankind stand obliged by the Law and Light of Nature; as Fidis, Mercy and Truth: crd po12 n1 vdz xx vvi cc vvi p-acp d pp-f dt j n1 n2, p-acp r-crq d n1 vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; c-acp n1, n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 464 Image 146
2378 We do not teach Men to break Faith with Hereticks or Infidels, nor to destroy and extirpate those who differ from us, with Fire and Sword: We do not teach Men to break Faith with Heretics or Infidels, nor to destroy and extirpate those who differ from us, with Fire and Sword: pns12 vdb xx vvi n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, ccx pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq vvb p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 464 Image 146
2379 No such thing as Equivocation or Mental Reservation, or any other Artificial way of Falshood, is either taught or maintain'd, either by the Doctrine or by the Casuists of our Church. No such thing as Equivocation or Mental Reservation, or any other Artificial Way of Falsehood, is either taught or maintained, either by the Doctrine or by the Casuists of our Church. dx d n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1, cc d j-jn j n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-d vvn cc vvn, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 464 Image 146
2380 8. Our Religion and all the Doctrines of it are perfectly consistent with the Peace of Civil Government, 8. Our Religion and all the Doctrines of it Are perfectly consistent with the Peace of Civil Government, crd po12 n1 cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 146
2381 and the Welfare of Humane Society: and the Welfare of Humane Society: cc dt n1 pp-f j n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 146
2382 We neither exempt the Clergy from Subjection to the Civil Powers, nor absolve Subjects upon any pretence whatsoever from allegiance to their Princes; We neither exempt the Clergy from Subjection to the Civil Powers, nor absolve Subject's upon any pretence whatsoever from allegiance to their Princes; pns12 d vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2, ccx vvb n2-jn p-acp d n1 r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 146
2383 both which Points, the necessity of the one, and the lawfulness of the other, have been taught and stifly maintain'd in the Church of Rome, not only by private Doctors, both which Points, the necessity of the one, and the lawfulness of the other, have been taught and stiffly maintained in the Church of Rome, not only by private Doctors, d r-crq n2, dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, vhb vbn vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, xx av-j p-acp j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 146
2384 but by Popes and General Councils. but by Popes and General Councils. cc-acp p-acp n2 cc j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 146
2385 9. The Doctrines of our Religion, are perfectly free from all Suspicion of a Worldly Interest and Design, 9. The Doctrines of our Religion, Are perfectly free from all Suspicion of a Worldly Interest and Design, crd dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vbr av-j j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 146
2386 whereas the greatest part of the erroneous Doctrines with which we charge the Church of Rome, are plainly calculated to promote the end of Worldly Greatness and Dominion. whereas the greatest part of the erroneous Doctrines with which we charge the Church of Rome, Are plainly calculated to promote the end of Worldly Greatness and Dominion. cs dt js n1 pp-f dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 146
2387 The Pope's Kingdom is plainly of this World; The Pope's Kingdom is plainly of this World; dt ng1 n1 vbz av-j pp-f d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2388 and the Doctrines and Maximes of it, like so many Servants, are ready upon all occasion to fight for him. For most of them do plainly tend, either to the Establishment and Enlargment of his Authority; and the Doctrines and Maxims of it, like so many Servants, Are ready upon all occasion to fight for him. For most of them do plainly tend, either to the Establishment and Enlargement of his authority; cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, av-j av d n2, vbr j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. p-acp ds pp-f pno32 vdb av-j vvi, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2389 or to the Magnifying of the Priests, and the giving them a perfect power over the Conscienees of the People, or to the Magnifying of the Priests, and the giving them a perfect power over the Consciences of the People, cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cc dt vvg pno32 dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2390 and the keeping them in a slavish subjection and blind obedience to them. and the keeping them in a slavish subjection and blind Obedience to them. cc dt vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2391 And to this purpose do plainly tend the Doctrines of exempting the Clergy from the Secular Power and Jurisdiction; the Doctrine of Transubstantiation; And to this purpose do plainly tend the Doctrines of exempting the Clergy from the Secular Power and Jurisdiction; the Doctrine of Transubstantiation; cc p-acp d n1 vdb av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1; dt n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2392 for it must needs make the Priest a great Man in the Opinion of the People, to believe that he can make God, for it must needs make the Priest a great Man in the Opinion of the People, to believe that he can make God, p-acp pn31 vmb av vvi dt n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2393 as they love to express it, without all Reason and Reverence. as they love to express it, without all Reason and reverence. c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp d n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2394 Of the like tendency is the Communicating of the Laity only in one kind, thereby making it the sole Priviledge of the Priest to receive the Sacrament in both. Of the like tendency is the Communicating of the Laity only in one kind, thereby making it the sole Privilege of the Priest to receive the Sacrament in both. pp-f dt j n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt np1 av-j p-acp crd n1, av vvg pn31 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2395 The with-holding the Scripture from the People, and celebrating the Service of God in an unknown Tongue. The withholding the Scripture from the People, and celebrating the Service of God in an unknown Tongue. dt j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2396 The Doctrine of an implicite Faith, and absolute Resignation of their Judgments to their Teachers. The Doctrine of an implicit Faith, and absolute Resignation of their Judgments to their Teachers. dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2397 These do all directly tend to keep the People in ignorance, and to bring them to a blind Obedience, to the dictates of their Teachers: These do all directly tend to keep the People in ignorance, and to bring them to a blind obedience, to the dictates of their Teachers: np1 vdb d av-j vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt vvz pp-f po32 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2398 So likewise the Necessity of the intention of the Priests, to the saving Virtue and Efficacy of the Sacraments; So likewise the Necessity of the intention of the Priests, to the Saving Virtue and Efficacy of the Sacraments; av av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2399 by which Doctrine, the People do upon the matter depend as much upon the good will of the Priest, by which Doctrine, the People do upon the matter depend as much upon the good will of the Priest, p-acp r-crq n1, dt n1 vdb p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2400 as upon the Mercy of God for their Salvation: as upon the Mercy of God for their Salvation: c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2401 but above all, their Doctrine of the Necessity of Auricular and private Confession, of all Mortal Sins commited after Baptism, with all the Circumstances of them to the Priest; but above all, their Doctrine of the Necessity of Auricular and private Confessi, of all Mortal Sins committed After Baptism, with all the circumstances of them to the Priest; cc-acp p-acp d, po32 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1, pp-f d j-jn n2 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2402 and this not only for the ease and direction of their Consciences, but as a necessary condition of having their Sins pardoned and forgiven by God: and this not only for the ease and direction of their Consciences, but as a necessary condition of having their Sins pardoned and forgiven by God: cc d xx av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 pp-f vhg po32 n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp np1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2403 By which means they make themselves Masters of all the Secrets of the People, and keep them in awe by the knowledge of their faults, Scire volunt secreta Domus atque inde timeri. By which means they make themselves Masters of all the Secrets of the People, and keep them in awe by the knowledge of their Faults, Scire volunt secreta Domus atque inde timeri. p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vvb px32 n2 pp-f d dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2404 Or else their Doctrines tend to filthy lucre, and the enriching of their Church. As their Doctrines of Purgatory and Indulgences, and their Prayers and Masses for the dead, Or Else their Doctrines tend to filthy lucre, and the enriching of their Church. As their Doctrines of Purgatory and Indulgences, and their Prayers and Masses for the dead, cc av po32 n2 vvb p-acp j n1, cc dt vvg pp-f po32 n1. p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n2, cc po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2405 and many more Doctrines and Practices of the like kind plainly do. and many more Doctrines and Practices of the like kind plainly do. cc d dc n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 av-j vdb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 146
2406 10. Our Religion is free from all disingenuous and dishonest Arts of maintaining and supporting it self; 10. Our Religion is free from all disingenuous and dishonest Arts of maintaining and supporting it self; crd po12 n1 vbz j p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg pn31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 146
2407 such are clipping of ancient Authors, nay and even the Authors and Writers of their own Church; such Are clipping of ancient Authors, nay and even the Authors and Writers of their own Church; d vbr vvg pp-f j n2, uh-x cc av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 146
2408 when they speak too freely of any Point: when they speak too freely of any Point: c-crq pns32 vvb av av-j pp-f d n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 146
2409 as may be seen in their Indices Expurgatorii which much against their wills have been brought to light. as may be seen in their Indices Expurgatory which much against their wills have been brought to Light. c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 np1 np1 r-crq d p-acp po32 n2 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 146
2410 To which I shall only add these Three gross Forgeries, which lie all at their doors, To which I shall only add these Three gross Forgeries, which lie all At their doors, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi d crd j n2, r-crq vvb d p-acp po32 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 146
2411 and they cannot deny them to be so. and they cannot deny them to be so. cc pns32 vmbx vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 146
2412 1. The pretended Canon of the Council of Nice in the case of Appeals, between the Church of Rome and the African Church. 1. The pretended Canon of the Council of Nicaenae in the case of Appeals, between the Church of Room and the African Church. crd dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb cc dt jp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 469 Image 146
2413 Upon which they insisted a great while very confidently, till at last they were convinced by Authentick Copies of the Canons of that Council. Upon which they insisted a great while very confidently, till At last they were convinced by Authentic Copies of the Canonas of that Council. p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd dt j n1 av av-j, c-acp p-acp ord pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 469 Image 146
2414 2. Constantine's Donation to the Pope, which they kept a great stir with, till the Forgery of it was discovered. 2. Constantine's Donation to the Pope, which they kept a great stir with, till the Forgery of it was discovered. crd npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 vvd dt j n1 p-acp, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 146
2415 3. The Decretal Epistles of the Ancient Popes; 3. The Decretal Epistles of the Ancient Popes; crd dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2416 a large Volume of Forgeries, compiled by Isidore Mercator, to countenance the Usurpations of the Bishop of Rome, and of which the Church of Rome made great use for several Ages, a large Volume of Forgeries, compiled by Isidore Mercator, to countenance the Usurpations of the Bishop of Rome, and of which the Church of Room made great use for several Ages, dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvb vvd j n1 p-acp j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2417 and pertinaciously defended the Authority of them, till the Learned Men of their own Church have at last been forced for very shame to disclaim them, and pertinaciously defended the authority of them, till the Learned Men of their own Church have At last been forced for very shame to disclaim them, cc av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 d n1 vhb p-acp ord vbn vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2418 and to confess the Imposture of them: A like instance whereto, is not I hope to be shewn in any Christian Church. and to confess the Imposture of them: A like instance whereto, is not I hope to be shown in any Christian Church. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32: dt j n1 c-crq, vbz xx pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d njp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2419 This is that which St. Paul calls NONLATINALPHABET, the slight of Men; such as Gamesters use at Dice; This is that which Saint Paul calls, the slight of Men; such as Gamesters use At Dice; d vbz d r-crq n1 np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f n2; d c-acp n2 vvb p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2420 for to alledge false and forged Authors in this case, is to play with false Dice, for to allege false and forged Authors in this case, is to play with false Dice, c-acp pc-acp vvi j cc j-vvn n2 p-acp d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2421 when the Salvation of Mens Souls lie at stake. when the Salvation of Men's Souls lie At stake. c-crq dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 vvb p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 146
2422 11. Our Religion hath this mighty advantage, that it doth not decline Tryal and Examination, which to any Man of ingenuity must needs appear a very good Sign of an honest Cause; 11. Our Religion hath this mighty advantage, that it does not decline Trial and Examination, which to any Man of ingenuity must needs appear a very good Signen of an honest Cause; crd po12 n1 vhz d j n1, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vmb av vvi dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2423 but if any Church be shy of having her Religion Examined, and her Doctrines and Practices brought into the open light, this gives just ground of Suspicion that she hath some distrust of them; but if any Church be shy of having her Religion Examined, and her Doctrines and Practices brought into the open Light, this gives just ground of Suspicion that she hath Some distrust of them; cc-acp cs d n1 vbb j pp-f vhg po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1, d vvz j n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vhz d n1 pp-f pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2424 for Truth doth not seek corners, nor shun the light. for Truth does not seek corners, nor shun the Light. c-acp n1 vdz xx vvi n2, ccx vvi dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2425 Our Saviour hath told us who they are that love darkness rather than light, viz. they whose deeds are Evil; for every one, saith he, that doth Evil, hateth the light; Our Saviour hath told us who they Are that love darkness rather than Light, viz. they whose Deeds Are Evil; for every one, Says he, that does Evil, hates the Light; po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 r-crq pns32 vbr d vvb n1 av-c cs vvi, n1 pns32 r-crq n2 vbr j-jn; p-acp d pi, vvz pns31, cst vdz n-jn, vvz dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2426 neither cometh he to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved and made manifest. neither comes he to the Light, lest his Deeds should be reproved and made manifest. d vvz pns31 p-acp dt n1, cs po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvd j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2427 There needs no more to render a Religion suspected to a wise Man, than to see those who profess it, There needs no more to render a Religion suspected to a wise Man, than to see those who profess it, a-acp vvz dx dc pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, cs pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb pn31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2428 and make such proud boasts of the Truth and Goodness of it, so fearful that it should be examin'd and lookt into, and make such proud boasts of the Truth and goodness of it, so fearful that it should be examined and looked into, cc vvi d j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, av j cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2429 and that their People should take the liberty to hear and read what can be said against it. and that their People should take the liberty to hear and read what can be said against it. cc cst po32 n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 146
2430 12. We perswade Men to our Reliligion by Human and Christian ways, such as our Saviour and his Apostles used, by urging Men with the Authority of God, 12. We persuade Men to our Religion by Human and Christian ways, such as our Saviour and his Apostles used, by urging Men with the authority of God, crd pns12 vvb n2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp j cc np1 n2, d c-acp po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vvn, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2431 and with Arguments fetcht from another World. and with Arguments fetched from Another World. cc p-acp n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2432 The promise of Eternal Life and Happiness, and the threatning of Eternal death and Misery, which are the proper Arguments of Religion, The promise of Eternal Life and Happiness, and the threatening of Eternal death and Misery, which Are the proper Arguments of Religion, dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2433 and which alone are fitted to work upon the Minds and Consciences of Men; and which alone Are fitted to work upon the Minds and Consciences of Men; cc r-crq j vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2434 the terror and torture of death may make Men Hypocrites, and awe them to profess with their Mouths what they do not believe in their Hearts; the terror and torture of death may make Men Hypocrites, and awe them to profess with their Mouths what they do not believe in their Hearts; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n2 n2, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 r-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2435 but this is no proper means of converting the Soul, and convincing the Minds and Consciences of Men; but this is no proper means of converting the Soul, and convincing the Minds and Consciences of Men; cc-acp d vbz dx j n2 pp-f vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2436 and these violent and cruel ways cannot be denyed to have been Practised in the Church of Rome, and set on foot by the Authority of Councils, and these violent and cruel ways cannot be denied to have been Practised in the Church of Rome, and Set on foot by the authority of Councils, cc d j cc j n2 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vbn j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2437 and greatly countenanced and encouraged by Popes themselves: and greatly countenanced and encouraged by Popes themselves: cc av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 px32: (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2438 Witness the many Croisades for the extirpation of Hereticks, the standing Cruelties of their Inquisition, their occasional Massacres and Persecutions, of which we have fresh Instances in every Age. Witness the many Croisades for the extirpation of Heretics, the standing Cruelties of their Inquisition, their occasional Massacres and Persecutions, of which we have fresh Instances in every Age. vvb dt d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po32 n1, po32 j n2 cc n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb j n2 p-acp d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 146
2439 But these Methods of Conversion are a certain Sign that they either disturst the Truth and Goodness of their Cause, But these Methods of Conversion Are a certain Signen that they either disturst the Truth and goodness of their Cause, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vbr dt j n1 cst pns32 d vv2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 146
2440 or else that they think Truth and the Arguments for it are of no force, when Dragoons are their Ratio ultima, the last Reason which their Cause relies upon; or Else that they think Truth and the Arguments for it Are of no force, when Dragoons Are their Ratio ultima, the last Reason which their Cause relies upon; cc av cst pns32 vvb n1 cc dt n2 p-acp pn31 vbr pp-f dx n1, c-crq n2 vbr po32 fw-la fw-la, dt ord n1 r-crq po32 n1 vvz p-acp; (14) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 146
2441 and the best and most effectual it can afford. Again, we hold no Doctrines in defiance of the Senses of all Mankind; and the best and most effectual it can afford. Again, we hold no Doctrines in defiance of the Senses of all Mankind; cc dt js cc av-ds j pn31 vmb vvi. av, pns12 vvb dx n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 146
2442 such as is that of Transubstantiation, which is now declared in the Church of Rome to be a Necessary Article of Faith, such as is that of Transubstantiation, which is now declared in the Church of Room to be a Necessary Article of Faith, d c-acp vbz d pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2443 so that a Man cannot be of that Religion, unless he will renounce his Senses, and believe against the clear Verdict of them in a plain sensible matter; so that a Man cannot be of that Religion, unless he will renounce his Senses, and believe against the clear Verdict of them in a plain sensible matter; av cst dt n1 vmbx vbi pp-f d n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2444 but after this, I do not understand how a Man can believe any thing, because by this very thing he destroys and takes away the Foundation of all Certainty; but After this, I do not understand how a Man can believe any thing, Because by this very thing he Destroys and Takes away the Foundation of all Certainty; cc-acp p-acp d, pns11 vdb xx vvi c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi d n1, c-acp p-acp d j n1 pns31 vvz cc vvz av dt n1 pp-f d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2445 if any Man forbid me to believe what I see, I forbid him to believe any thing upon better and surer Evidence. if any Man forbid me to believe what I see, I forbid him to believe any thing upon better and Surer Evidence. cs d n1 vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp jc cc jc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2446 St. Paul saith, that Faith cometh by hearing; Saint Paul Says, that Faith comes by hearing; n1 np1 vvz, cst n1 vvz p-acp vvg; (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2447 but if I cannot rely upon the certainty of Sense, then the means whereby Faith is conveyed, is uncertain; but if I cannot rely upon the certainty of Sense, then the means whereby Faith is conveyed, is uncertain; cc-acp cs pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dt n2 c-crq n1 vbz vvn, vbz j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2448 and we may say, as St. Paul doth in another case, Then is our Preaching vain, and we may say, as Saint Paul does in Another case, Then is our Preaching vain, cc pns12 vmb vvi, c-acp n1 np1 vdz p-acp n-jn n1, av vbz po12 vvg j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2449 and your Faith also is vain. and your Faith also is vain. cc po22 n1 av vbz j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 146
2450 Lastly, (To mention no more particulars) as to several things used and Practised in the Church of Rome, we are on the much safer side, Lastly, (To mention no more particulars) as to several things used and Practised in the Church of Rome, we Are on the much safer side, ord, (pc-acp vvi av-dx dc n2-jn) p-acp p-acp j n2 vvn cc j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr p-acp dt d jc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2451 if we should happen to be mistaken about them; than they are, if they should be mistaken; if we should happen to be mistaken about them; than they Are, if they should be mistaken; cs pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32; cs pns32 vbr, cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2452 for it is certainly Lawful to read the Scriptures, and Lawful to permit to the People the use of the Scriptures in a known Tongue: for it is Certainly Lawful to read the Scriptures, and Lawful to permit to the People the use of the Scriptures in a known Tongue: p-acp pn31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2453 Otherwise we must condemn the Apostles and the Primitive Church for allowing this Liberty. Otherwise we must condemn the Apostles and the Primitive Church for allowing this Liberty. av pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 cc dt j n1 p-acp vvg d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2454 It is certainly Lawful to have the publick Prayers and Service of God celebrated in a Language which all that joyn in it can understand. It is Certainly Lawful to have the public Prayers and Service of God celebrated in a Language which all that join in it can understand. pn31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vhi dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq d cst vvb p-acp pn31 vmb vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2455 It is certainly Lawful to administer the Sacrament of the Lords Supper to the People in both kinds, otherwise the Christian Church would not have done it for a Thousand Years. It is Certainly Lawful to administer the Sacrament of the lords Supper to the People in both Kinds, otherwise the Christian Church would not have done it for a Thousand years. pn31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, av dt njp n1 vmd xx vhi vdn pn31 p-acp dt crd n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2456 It is certainly Lawful, not to Worship Images, not to pray to Angels, or Saints, It is Certainly Lawful, not to Worship Images, not to pray to Angels, or Saints, pn31 vbz av-j j, xx pc-acp vvi n2, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2457 or the Blessed Virgin, otherwise the Primitive Church would not have forborn these Practices for Three Hundred Years, or the Blessed Virgae, otherwise the Primitive Church would not have forborn these Practices for Three Hundred years, cc dt j-vvn n1, av dt j n1 vmd xx vhi vvn d n2 p-acp crd crd n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2458 as is acknowledged by those of the Church of Rome. as is acknowledged by those of the Church of Room. c-acp vbz vvn p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 146
2459 Suppose a Man should pray to God only, and offer up all his Prayers to him only by Jesus Christ, without making mention of any other Mediator or Intercessor with God for us, relying herein upon what the Apostle says concerning our High Priest, Jesus the Son of God, Heb. 7 25. That he is able to save them to the utmost, who come unto God by him, (i. e. Suppose a Man should pray to God only, and offer up all his Prayers to him only by jesus christ, without making mention of any other Mediator or Intercessor with God for us, relying herein upon what the Apostle Says Concerning our High Priest, jesus the Son of God, Hebrew 7 25. That he is able to save them to the utmost, who come unto God by him, (i. e. vvb dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1 av-j, cc vvb a-acp d po31 n2 p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp np1 np1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, vvg av p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz vvg po12 j n1, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j, r-crq vvb p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, (uh. sy. (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2460 ) by his Mediation and Intercession, since he ever liveth to make Intercession for them; ) by his Mediation and Intercession, since he ever lives to make Intercession for them; ) p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 av vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2461 might not a Man reasonably hope to obtain of God all the Blessings he stands in need of, by Addressing himself only to him, in the Name and by the Intercession of that one Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus? Nay, might not a Man reasonably hope to obtain of God all the Blessings he Stands in need of, by Addressing himself only to him, in the Name and by the Intercession of that one Mediator between God and Man, the Man christ jesus? Nay, vmd xx dt n1 av-j vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 d dt n2 pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f, p-acp vvg px31 av-j p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, dt n1 np1 np1? uh, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2462 why may not a Man reasonably think, that this is both a shorter and more effectual way to obtain our requests, why may not a Man reasonably think, that this is both a shorter and more effectual Way to obtain our requests, q-crq vmb xx dt n1 av-j vvi, cst d vbz d dt jc cc av-dc j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2463 than by turning our selves to the Angels and Saints, and importuning them to solicite God for us; than by turning our selves to the Angels and Saints, and importuning them to solicit God for us; cs p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2464 especially if we should order the matter so, as to make ten times more frequent Addresses to these, especially if we should order the matter so, as to make ten times more frequent Addresses to these, av-j cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 av, c-acp pc-acp vvi crd n2 av-dc j n2 p-acp d, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2465 than we do to God and our Blessed Saviour, and in comparison of the other, to neglect these; than we do to God and our Blessed Saviour, and in comparison of the other, to neglect these; cs pns12 vdb p-acp np1 cc po12 j-vvn n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n-jn, pc-acp vvi d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2466 we cannot certainly think any more able to help us and do us good, than the great God of Heaven and Earth, the God (as St. Paul styles him) that heareth Prayers, and therefore unto him should all flesh come. we cannot Certainly think any more able to help us and do us good, than the great God of Heaven and Earth, the God (as Saint Paul styles him) that hears Prayers, and Therefore unto him should all Flesh come. pns12 vmbx av-j vvi d dc j pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vdi pno12 j, cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt np1 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno31) d vvz n2, cc av p-acp pno31 vmd av-d n1 vvb. (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2467 We cannot certainly think any Intercessor so powerful and prevalent with God, as his only and dearly beloved Son, offering up our Prayers to God in Heaven, by vertue of that most acceptable and invaluable Sacrifice, which he offered to him on Earth; We cannot Certainly think any Intercessor so powerful and prevalent with God, as his only and dearly Beloved Son, offering up our Prayers to God in Heaven, by virtue of that most acceptable and invaluable Sacrifice, which he offered to him on Earth; pns12 vmbx av-j vvi d n1 av j cc j p-acp np1, c-acp po31 j cc av-jn j-vvn n1, vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d av-ds j cc j n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2468 we cannot surely think, that there is so much Goodness any where as in God, that in any of the Angels or Saints, we cannot surely think, that there is so much goodness any where as in God, that in any of the Angels or Saints, pns12 vmbx av-j vvi, cst pc-acp vbz av d n1 d c-crq c-acp p-acp np1, cst p-acp d pp-f dt n2 cc n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2469 or even in the Blessed Mother of our Lord, there is more Mercy and Compassion for Sinners and a tenderer sense of our Infirmities, or even in the Blessed Mother of our Lord, there is more Mercy and Compassion for Sinners and a tenderer sense of our Infirmities, cc av p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vbz dc n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc dt jc n1 pp-f po12 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2470 than in the Son of God. than in the Son of God. cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2471 Who is at the right hand of his Father, to appear in the Presence of God for us; Who is At the right hand of his Father, to appear in the Presence of God for us; q-crq vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2472 we are sure that God always hears the Petitions which we put up to him, we Are sure that God always hears the Petitions which we put up to him, pns12 vbr j cst np1 av vvz dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2473 and so does the Son of God, by whom we put them up to the Father, and so does the Son of God, by whom we put them up to the Father, cc av vdz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2474 because he also is God blessed for evermore. But we are not sure that the Angels and Saints hear our Prayers, Because he also is God blessed for evermore. But we Are not sure that the Angels and Saints hear our Prayers, c-acp pns31 av vbz np1 vvn p-acp av. cc-acp pns12 vbr xx j cst dt n2 cc n2 vvb po12 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2475 because we are sure that they are neither Omniscient nor Omnipresent, and we are not sure, Because we Are sure that they Are neither Omniscient nor Omnipresent, and we Are not sure, c-acp pns12 vbr j cst pns32 vbr dx j ccx vvi, cc pns12 vbr xx j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2476 nor probably certain, that our Prayers are made known to them any other way; there being no Revelation of God to that purpose; nor probably certain, that our Prayers Are made known to them any other Way; there being no Revelation of God to that purpose; ccx av-j j, cst po12 n2 vbr vvn vvn p-acp pno32 d j-jn n1; a-acp vbg dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2477 we are sure that God hath declared himself to be a jealous God, and that he will not give his Honour to another; we Are sure that God hath declared himself to be a jealous God, and that he will not give his Honour to Another; pns12 vbr j cst np1 vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi dt j np1, cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2478 and we are not sure but that Prayer is part of the Honour which is due to God alone; and we Are not sure but that Prayer is part of the Honour which is due to God alone; cc pns12 vbr xx j p-acp d n1 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp np1 av-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2479 and if it were not, we can hardly think but that God should be so far from being pleased, with our making so frequent use of those other Mediators and Intercessors, and if it were not, we can hardly think but that God should be so Far from being pleased, with our making so frequent use of those other Mediators and Intercessors, cc cs pn31 vbdr xx, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp cst np1 vmd vbi av av-j p-acp vbg vvn, p-acp po12 vvg av j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 cc n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2480 and from granting our desires the sooner upon that account: That on the contrary we have reason to think, he should be highly offended; and from granting our Desires the sooner upon that account: That on the contrary we have reason to think, he should be highly offended; cc p-acp vvg po12 n2 dt av-c p-acp cst n1: cst p-acp dt j-jn pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmd vbi av-j vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2481 when he himself is ready to receive all our Petitions, and hath appointed a great Mediator to that purpose, to see more Addresses made to, when he himself is ready to receive all our Petitions, and hath appointed a great Mediator to that purpose, to see more Addresses made to, c-crq pns31 px31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, cc vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dc n2 vvn p-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2482 and by the Angels and Saints, and Blessed Virgin, than to himself by his Blessed Son; and by the Angels and Saints, and Blessed Virgae, than to himself by his Blessed Son; cc p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc j-vvn n1, cs p-acp px31 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2483 and to see the Worship of himself almost jostled out, by the Devotion of People to Saints and Angels, and to see the Worship of himself almost jostled out, by the Devotion of People to Saints and Angels, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 av vvd av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2484 and the Blessed Mother of our Lord; and the Blessed Mother of our Lord; cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po12 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2485 a thing which he never Commanded, and which so far as appears by Scripture, never came into his mind. a thing which he never Commanded, and which so Far as appears by Scripture, never Come into his mind. dt n1 r-crq pns31 av-x vvn, cc r-crq av av-j c-acp vvz p-acp n1, av-x vvd p-acp po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2486 I have been the longer upon this matter, to shew how unreasonable and needless at the best, this more than half part of the Religion of the Church of Rome is; I have been the longer upon this matter, to show how unreasonable and needless At the best, this more than half part of the Religion of the Church of Room is; pns11 vhb vbn dt av-jc p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j p-acp dt js, d dc cs j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2487 and how safely it may be let alone. and how safely it may be let alone. cc c-crq av-j pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 146
2488 But now on the other hand, if they be mistaken in these things, as we can demonstrate from Scripture they are, the danger is infinitely great on that side, But now on the other hand, if they be mistaken in these things, as we can demonstrate from Scripture they Are, the danger is infinitely great on that side, p-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pns32 vbr, dt n1 vbz av-j j p-acp d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2489 for then they oppose an Institution of Christ, who appointed the Sacrament to be received in both kinds; for then they oppose an Institution of christ, who appointed the Sacrament to be received in both Kinds; c-acp cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2490 and they involve themselves in a great danger of the guilt of Idolatry, and our common Christianity in the scandal and reproach of it. and they involve themselves in a great danger of the guilt of Idolatry, and our Common Christianity in the scandal and reproach of it. cc pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2491 And this without any necessity, since God hath required none of these things at our hands; And this without any necessity, since God hath required none of these things At our hands; cc d p-acp d n1, p-acp np1 vhz vvn pix pp-f d n2 p-acp po12 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2492 and after all the bustle which hath been made about them, the utmost they pretend (which yet they are not able to make good) is, that these things may Lawfully be done, and After all the bustle which hath been made about them, the utmost they pretend (which yet they Are not able to make good) is, that these things may Lawfully be done, cc p-acp d dt n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno32, dt j pns32 vvb (r-crq av pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi j) vbz, cst d n2 vmb av-j vbi vdn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2493 and at the same time they cannot deny, but that if the Church had not enjoyned them they might Lawfully be let alone; and At the same time they cannot deny, but that if the Church had not enjoined them they might Lawfully be let alone; cc p-acp dt d n1 pns32 vmbx vvi, cc-acp cst cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn pno32 pns32 vmd av-j vbi vvn av-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2494 and can any thing be more unreasonable, than so pertinaciously to insist upon things so hard (I might say) impossible to be defended or excused, and can any thing be more unreasonable, than so pertinaciously to insist upon things so hard (I might say) impossible to be defended or excused, cc vmb d n1 vbi av-dc j, cs av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 av av-j (pns11 vmd vvi) j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2495 and which by their own acknowledgment are of no great weight and necessity; in which we are certainly safe in not doing them, if they should prove Lawful; and which by their own acknowledgment Are of no great weight and necessity; in which we Are Certainly safe in not doing them, if they should prove Lawful; cc r-crq p-acp po32 d n1 vbr pp-f dx j n1 cc n1; p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp xx vdg pno32, cs pns32 vmd vvi j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2496 but if they do not prove so, they are in a most dangerous condition; but if they do not prove so, they Are in a most dangerous condition; cc-acp cs pns32 vdb xx vvi av, pns32 vbr p-acp dt av-ds j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2497 so that here is certain safety on the one hand, and the danger of damnation on the other; so that Here is certain safety on the one hand, and the danger of damnation on the other; av cst av vbz j n1 p-acp dt crd n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2498 which is as great odds as is possible. which is as great odds as is possible. r-crq vbz a-acp j n2 c-acp vbz j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 146
2499 And they must not tell us that they are in no danger, because they are infallible, and cannot be mistaken; And they must not tell us that they Are in no danger, Because they Are infallible, and cannot be mistaken; cc pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12 cst pns32 vbr p-acp dx n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc vmbx vbi vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 479 Image 146
2500 they must prove that point a great deal better than they have yet done, before it can signifie any thing either to our Satisfaction or their Safety. they must prove that point a great deal better than they have yet done, before it can signify any thing either to our Satisfaction or their Safety. pns32 vmb vvi d n1 dt j n1 av-jc cs pns32 vhb av vdn, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi d n1 av-d p-acp po12 n1 cc po32 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 479 Image 146
2501 I might have insisted more largely upon each of these Particulars, any one of which is of weight to incline a Man to that Religion, which hath such an advantage on its side, I might have insisted more largely upon each of these Particulars, any one of which is of weight to incline a Man to that Religion, which hath such an advantage on its side, pns11 vmd vhi vvd av-dc av-j p-acp d pp-f d n2-j, d crd pp-f r-crq vbz pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vhz d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 480 Image 146
2502 but all of them together makes so Powerful an Argument to an unprejudiced Person, as must almost irresistably determine his choice, but all of them together makes so Powerful an Argument to an unprejudiced Person, as must almost irresistible determine his choice, cc-acp d pp-f pno32 av vvz av j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp vmb av j vvi po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 480 Image 146
2503 for most of the Particulars are so evident, that they cannot, upon the very mention and proposal of them, be denied to be clear Advantages on our side. for most of the Particulars Are so evident, that they cannot, upon the very mention and proposal of them, be denied to be clear Advantages on our side. p-acp ds pp-f dt n2-j vbr av j, cst pns32 vmbx, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 480 Image 146
2504 And now, to use the words of St. Peter, I testifie unto you, that this is the true grace of God wherein ye stand, that the Reformed Religion which we profess, And now, to use the words of Saint Peter, I testify unto you, that this is the true grace of God wherein you stand, that the Reformed Religion which we profess, cc av, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pn22 vvb, cst dt vvn n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2505 and which by the goodness of God is by Law established in this Nation, is the true Ancient Christianity, the Faith which was at first delivered to the Saints, and which by the Goodness of God is by Law established in this nation, is the true Ancient Christianity, the Faith which was At First Delivered to the Saints, cc r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vbz dt j j np1, dt n1 r-crq vbds p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2506 and which is conveyed down to us in the Writings of the Apostles and the Evangelists of our Lord and Saviour: and which is conveyed down to us in the Writings of the Apostles and the Evangelists of our Lord and Saviour: cc r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2507 Remember therefore how you have received and heard, and hold fast, for he is Faithful that hath promised, which is the Second part of the Text; the encouragement which the Apostle gives us to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering; remember Therefore how you have received and herd, and hold fast, for he is Faithful that hath promised, which is the Second part of the Text; the encouragement which the Apostle gives us to hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering; vvb av c-crq pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn, cc vvb av-j, c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1; dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg; (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2508 he is Faithful that hath promised to give us his Holy Spirit to lead us into all Truth, to stablish, strengthen, he is Faithful that hath promised to give us his Holy Spirit to led us into all Truth, to establish, strengthen, pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2509 and settle us in the Profession of it, to support and comfort us under all Tryals and Temptations, and settle us in the Profession of it, to support and Comfort us under all Trials and Temptations, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 cc n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2510 and to seal us up to the day of Redemption, and he is faithful that hath promised to reward our constancy and fidelity to him and his Truth, with a Crown of everlasting life and Glory. and to seal us up to the day of Redemption, and he is faithful that hath promised to reward our constancy and Fidis to him and his Truth, with a Crown of everlasting life and Glory. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2511 Wherefore my beloved Brethren be ye stedfast and unmoveable, and alwayes abounding in the work of the Lord, Wherefore my Beloved Brothers be you steadfast and Unmovable, and always abounding in the work of the Lord, c-crq po11 j-vvn n2 vbb pn22 j cc j-u, cc av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2512 forasmuch as you know that your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord; for he is faithful that hath promised; forasmuch as you know that your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord; for he is faithful that hath promised; av c-acp pn22 vvb cst po22 n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp dt n1; c-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn; (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2513 and let us provoke one another to Charity and Good Works, which are the great Ornament and Glory of any Religion, and let us provoke one Another to Charity and Good Works, which Are the great Ornament and Glory of any Religion, cc vvb pno12 vvi pi j-jn p-acp n1 cc j vvz, r-crq vbr dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2514 and so much the more, because the day approacheth in which God will judge the belief and lives of Men by Jesus Christ, not according to the imperious and uncharitable dictates of any Church, and so much the more, Because the day Approaches in which God will judge the belief and lives of Men by jesus christ, not according to the imperious and uncharitable dictates of any Church, cc av av-d dt av-dc, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvz pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1, xx vvg p-acp dt j cc j vvz pp-f d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2515 but according to the Gospel of his Son. To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory now and for ever. but according to the Gospel of his Son. To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory now and for ever. cc-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1 vbb d n1 cc n1 av cc p-acp av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 146
2516 Now the God of Peace which brought again from the Dead the great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the Blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you Perfect in every good word and work; Now the God of Peace which brought again from the Dead the great Shepherd of the Sheep, through the Blood of the Everlasting Covenant, make you Perfect in every good word and work; av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd av p-acp dt j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvb pn22 j p-acp d j n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 146
2517 working in you that which is pleasing in his Sight. working in you that which is pleasing in his Sighed. vvg p-acp pn22 d r-crq vbz vvg p-acp po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 146
2518 And the peace of God which passeth all understanding keep your Hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, And the peace of God which passes all understanding keep your Hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d n1 vvb po22 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 146
2519 and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord. and of his Son jesus christ our Lord. cc pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1 po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 146
2520 A SERMON. 2 COR. V. 7. For we walk by Faith, not by Sight. A SERMON. 2 COR. V. 7. For we walk by Faith, not by Sighed. dt n1. crd np1. n1 crd c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 146
2521 IN the latter part of the former Chapter, the Apostle declares what it was that was the great support of Christians, under the Persecutions and Sufferings which befel them; IN the latter part of the former Chapter, the Apostle declares what it was that was the great support of Christians, under the Persecutions and Sufferings which befell them; p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 vvz r-crq pn31 vbds cst vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vvd pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2522 viz. the Assurance of a Blessed Resurrection to another life, Verse 14. Knowing that he which raised up the Lord Jesus, shall raise up us also by Jesus; viz. the Assurance of a Blessed Resurrection to Another life, Verse 14. Knowing that he which raised up the Lord jesus, shall raise up us also by jesus; n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vvb crd vvg cst pns31 r-crq vvd a-acp dt n1 np1, vmb vvi p-acp pno12 av p-acp np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2523 for which cause, saith he, verse 16. we faint not, but though our outward Man perish, our inward Man is renewed day by day; for which cause, Says he, verse 16. we faint not, but though our outward Man perish, our inward Man is renewed day by day; p-acp r-crq n1, vvz pns31, n1 crd pns12 vvb xx, cc-acp cs po12 j n1 vvi, po12 j n1 vbz vvn n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2524 that is, though our Bodies, by Reason of the Hardships and Sufferings which we undergo, are continually decaying and declining; that is, though our Bodies, by Reason of the Hardships and Sufferings which we undergo, Are continually decaying and declining; cst vbz, cs po12 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb, vbr av-j vvg cc vvg; (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2525 yet our Minds grow every day more healthful and vigorous, and gain new strength and resolution, by contemplating the Glory and Reward of another World, yet our Minds grow every day more healthful and vigorous, and gain new strength and resolution, by contemplating the Glory and Reward of Another World, av po12 n2 vvb d n1 av-dc j cc j, cc vvi j n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2526 and as it were feeding upon them by Faith; and as it were feeding upon them by Faith; cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2527 for our light affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; for our Light affliction which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory; p-acp po12 j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2528 whilst we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. while we look not At the things which Are seen, but At the things which Are not seen. cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 146
2529 And he resumes the same Argument again at the beginning of this Chapter: And he resumes the same Argument again At the beginning of this Chapter: cc pns31 vvz dt d n1 av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2530 for we know, that if our Earthly House of this Tabernacle were dissolved, we have a Building of God, a House not made with Hands, eternal in the Heavens; for we know, that if our Earthly House of this Tabernacle were dissolved, we have a Building of God, a House not made with Hands, Eternal in the Heavens; c-acp pns12 vvb, cst cs po12 j n1 pp-f d n1 vbdr vvn, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2, j p-acp dt n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2531 that is, we are firmly perswaded, that when we die, we shall but exchange these Earthly and Perishing Bodies, these Houses of Clay, that is, we Are firmly persuaded, that when we die, we shall but exchange these Earthly and Perishing Bodies, these Houses of Clay, cst vbz, pns12 vbr av-j vvn, cst c-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi d j cc j-vvg n2, d n2 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2532 for a Heavenly Mansion, which will never decay nor come to ruine: for a Heavenly Mansion, which will never decay nor come to ruin: p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vmb av-x vvi ccx vvi pc-acp vvi: (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2533 from whence he concludes, Verse 6. Therefore we are always confident, NONLATINALPHABET, therefore what ever happens to us, we are always of good courage, from whence he concludes, Verse 6. Therefore we Are always confident,, Therefore what ever happens to us, we Are always of good courage, p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, vvb crd av pns12 vbr av j,, av q-crq av vvz p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr av pp-f j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2534 and see no reason to be afraid of Death; and see no reason to be afraid of Death; cc vvb dx n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2535 knowing that whilst we are at home in the Body, we are absent from the Lord; knowing that while we Are At home in the Body, we Are absent from the Lord; vvg cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2536 that is, since our continuance in the Body is to our disadvantage, and while we live we are absent from our Happiness; that is, since our Continuance in the Body is to our disadvantage, and while we live we Are absent from our Happiness; cst vbz, c-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp po12 n1, cc cs pns12 vvb pns12 vbr j p-acp po12 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2537 and when we die, we shall then enter upon the Possession of it. That which gives us this confidence and good courage, is our Faith; and when we die, we shall then enter upon the Possession of it. That which gives us this confidence and good courage, is our Faith; cc c-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. d r-crq vvz pno12 d n1 cc j n1, vbz po12 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2538 for tho' we be not actually possest of this Happiness which we speak of, yet we have a firm perswasion of the reality of it, which is enough to support our Spirits and keep up our Courage under all afflictions and adversities whatsoever, Verse 7. for we walk by Faith, not by Sight. for though we be not actually possessed of this Happiness which we speak of, yet we have a firm persuasion of the reality of it, which is enough to support our Spirits and keep up our Courage under all afflictions and adversities whatsoever, Verse 7. for we walk by Faith, not by Sighed. c-acp cs pns12 vbb xx av-j vvn pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f, av pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz av-d pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc vvb a-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq, vvb crd c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 146
2539 These words come in by way of Parenthesis, in which the Apostle declares in general, what is the swaying and governing Principle of a Christian life; These words come in by Way of Parenthesis, in which the Apostle declares in general, what is the swaying and governing Principle of a Christian life; d n2 vvb p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt vvg cc vvg n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 146
2540 not only in case of persecution and affliction, but under all events, and in every condition of Humane life; and that is, Faith; not only in case of persecution and affliction, but under all events, and in every condition of Humane life; and that is, Faith; xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1; cc d vbz, n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 146
2541 in opposition to Sight and present Enjoyment: we walk by Faith, and not by Sight. We walk by Faith; in opposition to Sighed and present Enjoyment: we walk by Faith, and not by Sighed. We walk by Faith; p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1: pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1. pns12 vvb p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 146
2542 what ever Principle sways and governs a Mans life and actions, he is said to walk and live by it. what ever Principle sways and governs a men life and actions, he is said to walk and live by it. r-crq av n1 vvz cc vvz dt ng1 n1 cc n2, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31. (15) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 146
2543 And as here a Christian is said to walk by Faith, so elsewhere the just is said to live by Faith. Faith is the Principle which animates all his resolutions and actions. And as Here a Christian is said to walk by Faith, so elsewhere the just is said to live by Faith. Faith is the Principle which animates all his resolutions and actions. cc c-acp av dt njp vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1, av av dt j vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1. n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz d po31 n2 cc n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 146
2544 And not by Sight. The word is, NONLATINALPHABET, which signifies the thing it self in present view and possession, in opposition to a firm perswasion of things future and invisible. And not by Sighed. The word is,, which signifies the thing it self in present view and possession, in opposition to a firm persuasion of things future and invisible. cc xx p-acp n1. dt n1 vbz,, r-crq vvz dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 j-jn cc j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2545 Sight is the thing in Hand, and Faith the thing only in Hope and Expectation. Sight is a clear view and apprehension of things present and near to us; Sighed is the thing in Hand, and Faith the thing only in Hope and Expectation. Sighed is a clear view and apprehension of things present and near to us; n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 dt n1 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1. n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 j cc av-j p-acp pno12; (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2546 Faith an obscure discovery and apprehension of things at a distance: Faith an Obscure discovery and apprehension of things At a distance: n1 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2547 So the Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 13. 12. Now we see through a Glass darkly; this is Faith; So the Apostle tells us, 2 Cor. 13. 12. Now we see through a Glass darkly; this is Faith; av dt n1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd crd av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j; d vbz n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2548 but then face to face, this is present sight, as one Man sees another face to face; but then face to face, this is present sighed, as one Man sees Another face to face; p-acp av n1 p-acp n1, d vbz j n1, c-acp crd n1 vvz j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2549 and thus likewise the same Apostle distinguisheth betwixt Hope and Sight, Rom. 8. 24. 25. Hope that is seen, is not Hope; and thus likewise the same Apostle Distinguisheth betwixt Hope and Sighed, Rom. 8. 24. 25. Hope that is seen, is not Hope; cc av av dt d n1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd crd n1 cst vbz vvn, vbz xx n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2550 for what a Man sees, why doth he yet Hope for it? but if we Hope for that which we see not, for what a Man sees, why does he yet Hope for it? but if we Hope for that which we see not, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, q-crq vdz pns31 av vvi p-acp pn31? cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb xx, (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2551 then do we with patience wait for it. Sight is possession and enjoyment, Faith is the firm perswasion and expectation of a thing; then do we with patience wait for it. Sighed is possession and enjoyment, Faith is the firm persuasion and expectation of a thing; av vdb pns12 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp pn31. n1 vbz n1 cc n1, n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2552 and this the Apostle tells us was the governing principle of a Christian's life; for we walk by Faith, and not by Sight; and this the Apostle tells us was the governing principle of a Christian's life; for we walk by Faith, and not by Sighed; cc d dt n1 vvz pno12 vbds dt vvg n1 pp-f dt njpg1 n1; p-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2553 from which words I shall observe these Three things. I. from which words I shall observe these Three things. I. p-acp r-crq n2 pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2. pns11. (15) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 146
2554 That Faith is the Governing Principle, and that which bears the great sway in the Life and Actions of a Christian; That Faith is the Governing Principle, and that which bears the great sway in the Life and Actions of a Christian; cst n1 vbz dt n-vvg n1, cc cst r-crq vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt njp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 146
2555 we walk by Faith; that is, we Order and Govern our Lives in the Power and Virtue of this Principle. we walk by Faith; that is, we Order and Govern our Lives in the Power and Virtue of this Principle. pns12 vvb p-acp n1; cst vbz, pns12 vvb cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 146
2556 II. Faith is a degree of assent inferiour to that of Sense. This is sufficient-intimated in the opposition betwixt Faith and Sight. II Faith is a degree of assent inferior to that of Sense. This is sufficient-intimated in the opposition betwixt Faith and Sighed. crd n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 j-jn p-acp d pp-f n1. d vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2557 He had said before, that whilst we are at home in the Body, we are absent from the Lord; He had said before, that while we Are At home in the Body, we Are absent from the Lord; pns31 vhd vvn a-acp, cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1-an p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2558 and gives this as a Reason and Proof of our absence from the Lord, for we walk by Faith, and not by Sight; and gives this as a Reason and Proof of our absence from the Lord, for we walk by Faith, and not by Sighed; cc vvz d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2559 that is, whilst we are in the Body, we do not see and enjoy, but believe and expect; that is, while we Are in the Body, we do not see and enjoy, but believe and expect; cst vbz, cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns12 vdb xx vvi cc vvi, cc-acp vvb cc vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2560 if we were present with the Lord, then Faith would cease, and be turned into Sight; if we were present with the Lord, then Faith would cease, and be turned into Sighed; cs pns12 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, cs n1 vmd vvi, cc vbi vvn p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2561 but tho' we have not that assurance of another world, which we shall have when we come to see and enjoy these things, but though we have not that assurance of Another world, which we shall have when we come to see and enjoy these things, cc-acp cs pns12 vhb xx d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vhi c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2562 yet we are firmly perswaded of them. III. Notwithstanding Faith be an inferiour degree of Assurance, yet 'tis a Principle of sufficient power to govern our Lives; yet we Are firmly persuaded of them. III. Notwithstanding Faith be an inferior degree of Assurance, yet it's a Principle of sufficient power to govern our Lives; av pns12 vbr av-j vvn pp-f pno32. np1. a-acp n1 vbb dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 146
2563 we walk by Faith; it is such an Assurance as hath an influence upon our Lives. I. we walk by Faith; it is such an Assurance as hath an influence upon our Lives. I. pns12 vvb p-acp n1; pn31 vbz d dt n1 a-acp vhz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. pns11. (15) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 146
2564 That Faith is the Governing Principle, and that which bears the great sway in the Life and Actions of a Christian. That Faith is the Governing Principle, and that which bears the great sway in the Life and Actions of a Christian. cst n1 vbz dt n-vvg n1, cc cst r-crq vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt njp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2565 We walk by Faith; that is, we Order and Govern our Lives in the Power and Virtue of this Principle: We walk by Faith; that is, we Order and Govern our Lives in the Power and Virtue of this Principle: pns12 vvb p-acp n1; cst vbz, pns12 vvb cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2566 A Christian's Life consists in obedience to the will of God; A Christian's Life consists in Obedience to the will of God; dt njpg1 n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2567 that is, in a readiness to do what he commands, and in a willingness to suffer what he calls us to; that is, in a readiness to do what he commands, and in a willingness to suffer what he calls us to; d vbz, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2568 and the great Arguments and Incouragements hereto, are such things as are the Objects of Faith, and not of Sense; and the great Arguments and Encouragements hereto, Are such things as Are the Objects of Faith, and not of Sense; cc dt j n2 cc n2 av, vbr d n2 c-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc xx pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2569 such things as are absent and future, and not present and in possession; such things as Are absent and future, and not present and in possession; d n2 c-acp vbr j cc j-jn, cc xx j cc p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2570 for Instance, the Belief of an invisible God, of a secret Power and Providence, that Orders and Governs all things, that can bless or blast us, for Instance, the Belief of an invisible God, of a secret Power and Providence, that Order and Governs all things, that can bless or blast us, p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1, cst n1 cc vvz d n2, cst vmb vvi cc vvi pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2571 and all our Designs and Undertakings, according as we demean our selves towards him, and endeavour to approve our selves to him; and all our Designs and Undertakings, according as we demean our selves towards him, and endeavour to approve our selves to him; cc d po12 n2 cc n2-vvg, vvg c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2572 the Perswasion of a secret aid and influence always ready at hand, to keep us from Evil, the Persuasion of a secret aid and influence always ready At hand, to keep us from Evil, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 av j p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n-jn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2573 and to strengthen and assist us to that which is good; and to strengthen and assist us to that which is good; cc pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno12 p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2574 more especially the firm Belief, and expectation of the Happiness of Heaven, and the glorious Rewards of another world, which tho' they be now at a distance, more especially the firm Belief, and expectation of the Happiness of Heaven, and the glorious Rewards of Another world, which though they be now At a distance, av-dc av-j dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq cs pns32 vbb av p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2575 and invisible to us, yet being grounded upon the Promise of God that cannot lie, shall certainly be made good. and invisible to us, yet being grounded upon the Promise of God that cannot lie, shall Certainly be made good. cc j p-acp pno12, av vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vmbx vvi, vmb av-j vbi vvn j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 490 Image 146
2576 And this Faith, this firm Perswasion of absent and invisible things, the Apostle to the Hebrews tells us, was the great Principle of the Piety and Virtue of good Men from the beginning of the World. And this Faith, this firm Persuasion of absent and invisible things, the Apostle to the Hebrews tells us, was the great Principle of the Piety and Virtue of good Men from the beginning of the World. cc d n1, d j n1 pp-f j cc j n2, dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz pno12, vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2577 This he calls, Ch. 11. verse 1. the NONLATINALPHABET, or the confident expectation of things hoped for, This he calls, Christ 11. verse 1. the, or the confident expectation of things hoped for, d pns31 vvz, np1 crd n1 crd dt, cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2578 and the proof or evidence of things not seen, viz. a firm perswasion of the Being and Providence of God, and the proof or evidence of things not seen, viz. a firm persuasion of thee Being and Providence of God, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, n1 dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vbg cc n1 pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2579 and of the Truth and Faithfulness of his Promises. and of the Truth and Faithfulness of his Promises. cc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f png31 vvz. (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2580 Such was the Faith of Abel, he believed that there was a God, and that he was a rewarder of those that faithfully serve him: Such was the Faith of Abel, he believed that there was a God, and that he was a rewarder of those that faithfully serve him: d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd cst a-acp vbds dt np1, cc cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d cst av-j vvi pno31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2581 Such was the Faith of Noah, who being warned of God, of things at a great distance, Such was the Faith of Noah, who being warned of God, of things At a great distance, d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbg vvn pp-f np1, pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2582 and not seen as yet, notwithstanding believed the Divine Prediction concerning the Flood, and prepared an Ark: and not seen as yet, notwithstanding believed the Divine Prediction Concerning the Flood, and prepared an Ark: cc xx vvn c-acp av, a-acp vvd dt j-jn n1 vvg dt n1, cc vvd dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2583 Such also was the Faith of Abraham, concerning a numerous Posterity by Isaac, and the Inheritance of the Land of Canaan; and such likewise was the Faith of Moses, he did as firmly believe the invisible God, Such also was the Faith of Abraham, Concerning a numerous Posterity by Isaac, and the Inheritance of the Land of Canaan; and such likewise was the Faith of Moses, he did as firmly believe the invisible God, d av vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av av vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdd c-acp av-j vvi dt j np1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2584 and the recompence of reward, as if he had beheld them with his eyes. and the recompense of reward, as if he had beheld them with his eyes. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 146
2585 And of this Recompence of Reward, we Christians have a much clearer revelation, and much greater assurance, And of this Recompense of Reward, we Christians have a much clearer Revelation, and much greater assurance, cc pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, pns12 np1 vhi dt d jc n1, cc d jc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 146
2586 than former Ages and Generations had; than former Ages and Generations had; cs j n2 cc n2 vhd; (15) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 146
2587 and the firm belief and perswasion of this, is the great Motive and Argument to a Holy life: and the firm belief and persuasion of this, is the great Motive and Argument to a Holy life: cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d, vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 146
2588 The hope which is set before us, of obtaining the Happiness, and the fear of incurring the Misery, of another world. The hope which is Set before us, of obtaining the Happiness, and the Fear of incurring the Misery, of Another world. dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, pp-f vvg dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, pp-f j-jn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 146
2589 This made the Primitive Christians, with so much patience to bear the Sufferings and Persecutions, with so much constancy to venture upon the dangers and inconveniencies which the love of God and Religion exposed them to. This made the Primitive Christians, with so much patience to bear the Sufferings and Persecutions, with so much constancy to venture upon the dangers and inconveniences which the love of God and Religion exposed them to. np1 vvd dt j np1, p-acp av d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2, p-acp av d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 vvn pno32 p-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 146
2590 Under the former Dispensation of the Law, tho good Men received good hopes of the Rewards of another life, Under the former Dispensation of the Law, though good Men received good hope's of the Rewards of Another life, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cs j n2 vvd j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2591 yet these things were but obscurely revealed to them, and the great inducements of Obedience were Temporal Rewards and Punishments; yet these things were but obscurely revealed to them, and the great inducements of obedience were Temporal Rewards and Punishments; av d n2 vbdr cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbdr j n2 cc n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2592 the promises of long life, and peace, and plenty, and prosperity, in that good Land which God had given them, the promises of long life, and peace, and plenty, and Prosperity, in that good Land which God had given them, dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp cst j n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32, (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2593 and the threatnings of War, and Famine, and Pestilence, and being delivered into Captivity. But now, under the Gospel, Life and Immortality are brought to light; and the threatenings of War, and Famine, and Pestilence, and being Delivered into Captivity. But now, under the Gospel, Life and Immortality Are brought to Light; cc dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vbg vvn p-acp n1. p-acp av, p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2594 and the great Arguments that bear sway with Christians, are the Promises of Everlasting Life, and the Threatnings of Eternal Misery; and the great Arguments that bear sway with Christians, Are the Promises of Everlasting Life, and the Threatenings of Eternal Misery; cc dt j n2 cst vvb n1 p-acp np1, vbr dt vvz pp-f j n1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2595 and the firm Belief and Persuasion of these, is now the great Principle that governs the Lives and Actions of good Men; and the firm Belief and Persuasion of these, is now the great Principle that governs the Lives and Actions of good Men; cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d, vbz av dt j n1 cst vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2596 for what will not Men do, that are really persuaded, that as they do demean themselves in this World, it will fare with them in the other? That the Wicked shall go into everlasting Punishment, for what will not Men do, that Are really persuaded, that as they do demean themselves in this World, it will fare with them in the other? That the Wicked shall go into everlasting Punishment, c-acp q-crq vmb xx n2 vdb, cst vbr av-j vvn, cst c-acp pns32 vdb vvi px32 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-jn? cst dt j vmb vvi p-acp j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2597 and the Righteous into Life Eternal. I proceed to the II. Observation, namely; That Faith is a Degree of Assent, inferiour to that of Sense. and the Righteous into Life Eternal. I proceed to the II Observation, namely; That Faith is a Degree of Assent, inferior to that of Sense. cc dt j p-acp n1 j. pns11 vvb p-acp dt crd n1, av; cst n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, j-jn p-acp d pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 146
2598 This is intimated in the Opposition betwixt Faith and Sight; We walk by Faith, and not by Sight; This is intimated in the Opposition betwixt Faith and Sighed; We walk by Faith, and not by Sighed; d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 494 Image 146
2599 that is, we believe these things, and are confidently persuaded of the truth of them, tho we never saw them; that is, we believe these things, and Are confidently persuaded of the truth of them, though we never saw them; cst vbz, pns12 vvb d n2, cc vbr av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, cs pns12 av-x vvd pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 494 Image 146
2600 and consequently cannot possibly have that Degree of Assurance concerning the Joys of Heaven, and the Torments of Hell, which those have who enjoy the One and endure the Other. and consequently cannot possibly have that Degree of Assurance Concerning the Joys of Heaven, and the Torments of Hell, which those have who enjoy the One and endure the Other. cc av-j vmbx av-j vhb d n1 pp-f n1 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq d vhb r-crq vvb dt crd cc vvi dt n-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 494 Image 146
2601 There are different Degrees of Assurance concerning things, arising from the different Degrees of Evidence we have for them: There Are different Degrees of Assurance Concerning things, arising from the different Degrees of Evidence we have for them: pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f n1 vvg n2, vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2602 The highest Degree of Evidence we have for any thing, is our own Sense and Experience; The highest Degree of Evidence we have for any thing, is our own Sense and Experience; dt js n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vhb p-acp d n1, vbz po12 d n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2603 and this is so firm and strong, that it is not to be shaken by the utmost Pretence of a Rational Demonstration; and this is so firm and strong, that it is not to be shaken by the utmost Pretence of a Rational Demonstration; cc d vbz av j cc j, cst pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2604 Men will trust their own Senses and Experience, against any subtilty of Reason whatsoever: Men will trust their own Senses and Experience, against any subtlety of Reason whatsoever: n2 vmb vvi po32 d n2 cc n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq: (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2605 But there are inferiour degrees of Assurance concerning things, as the Testimony and Authority of Persons every way credible; But there Are inferior Degrees of Assurance Concerning things, as the Testimony and authority of Persons every Way credible; cc-acp pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 pp-f n1 vvg n2, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 d n1 j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2606 and this Assurance we have in this state concerning the things of another World, we believe with great Reason, that we have the Testimony of God concerning them, which is the highest kind of Evidence in it self; and this Assurance we have in this state Concerning the things of Another World, we believe with great Reason, that we have the Testimony of God Concerning them, which is the highest kind of Evidence in it self; cc d n1 pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pns12 vvb p-acp j n1, cst pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno32, r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2607 and we have all the reasonable assurance we can desire, that God hath testified these things, and we have all the reasonable assurance we can desire, that God hath testified these things, cc pns12 vhb d dt j n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cst np1 vhz vvn d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2608 and this is the utmost assurance which things future and at a distance are capable of. and this is the utmost assurance which things future and At a distance Are capable of. cc d vbz dt j n1 r-crq n2 j-jn cc p-acp dt n1 vbr j pp-f. (15) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 146
2609 But yet it is an unreasonable obstinacy to deny, that this falls very much short of that degree of assurance which those Persons have concerning these things, who are now in the other World, But yet it is an unreasonable obstinacy to deny, that this falls very much short of that degree of assurance which those Persons have Concerning these things, who Are now in the other World, p-acp av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d vvz av d j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq d n2 vhb vvg d n2, r-crq vbr av p-acp dt j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2610 and have the Sense and Experience of these things; and have the Sense and Experience of these things; cc vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2611 and this is not only intimated here in the Text, in the Opposition of Faith and Sight, and this is not only intimated Here in the Text, in the Opposition of Faith and Sighed, cc d vbz xx av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2612 but is plainly exprest in other Texts of Scripture, 1 Cor. 13. 9, 10. We know now but in part, but is plainly expressed in other Texts of Scripture, 1 Cor. 13. 9, 10. We know now but in part, cc-acp vbz av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb av cc-acp p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2613 but when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part shall be done away. but when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part shall be done away. cc-acp c-crq d r-crq vbz j vbz vvn, cst r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vmb vbi vdn av. (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2614 That degree of knowledge and assurance which we have in this Life is very imperfect, in comparison to what we shall have hereafter, and Verse 12. We now see as through a Glass darkly, NONLATINALPHABET, That degree of knowledge and assurance which we have in this Life is very imperfect, in comparison to what we shall have hereafter, and Verse 12. We now see as through a Glass darkly,, cst n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp d n1 vbz av j, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vhi av, cc vvb crd pns12 av vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j,, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2615 as in a Riddle, in which there is always a great deal of Obscurity; as in a Riddle, in which there is always a great deal of Obscurity; c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz av dt j n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2616 all which Expressions are certainly intended by way of abatement and diminution to the certainty of Faith; all which Expressions Are Certainly intended by Way of abatement and diminution to the certainty of Faith; d r-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2617 because it is plain, that by that which is in part or imperfect, the Apostle means Faith and Hope, which he tells us shall cease, Because it is plain, that by that which is in part or imperfect, the Apostle means Faith and Hope, which he tells us shall cease, c-acp pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp n1 cc j, dt n1 vvz n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 vmb vvi, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2618 when that which is perfect, meaning Vision and Sight, is come: when that which is perfect, meaning Vision and Sighed, is come: c-crq cst r-crq vbz j, vvg n1 cc n1, vbz vvn: (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2619 We see likewise in Experience, that the Faith and Hope of the best Christians in this Life is accompanied with doubting concerning these things, We see likewise in Experience, that the Faith and Hope of the best Christians in this Life is accompanied with doubting Concerning these things, pns12 vvb av p-acp n1, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt js np1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg vvg d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2620 and all doubting is a degree of uncertainty; but those blessed Souls who are entred upon the Possession of Glory and Happiness; and all doubting is a degree of uncertainty; but those blessed Souls who Are entered upon the Possession of Glory and Happiness; cc d vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp d j-vvn n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2621 and those miserable Wretches who lye groaning under the Wrath of God and the Severity of his Justice, cannot possibly, and those miserable Wretches who lie groaning under the Wrath of God and the Severity of his justice, cannot possibly, cc d j n2 r-crq vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmbx av-j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2622 if they would, have any doubt concerning the Truth and Reality of these things. if they would, have any doubt Concerning the Truth and Reality of these things. cs pns32 vmd, vhb d n1 vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 146
2623 But however contentious Men may dispute against common Sense, this is so plain a Truth, that I will not labour in the farther Proof of it; But however contentious Men may dispute against Common Sense, this is so plain a Truth, that I will not labour in the farther Proof of it; p-acp a-acp j n2 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, d vbz av j dt n1, cst pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 146
2624 nor indeed is it reasonable, while we are in this state, to expect that degree of assurance concerning the Rewards and Punishments of another Life, which the sight and sensible experience of them would give us; nor indeed is it reasonable, while we Are in this state, to expect that degree of assurance Concerning the Rewards and Punishments of Another Life, which the sighed and sensible experience of them would give us; ccx av vbz pn31 j, cs pns12 vbr p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pno12; (15) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 146
2625 and that upon these Two Accounts; 1. Because our present state will not admit it; and, and that upon these Two Accounts; 1. Because our present state will not admit it; and, cc cst p-acp d crd n2; crd p-acp po12 j n1 vmb xx vvi pn31; cc, (15) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 146
2626 2. If it would, it is not reasonable we should have it. 1. Our present state will not admit it; 2. If it would, it is not reasonable we should have it. 1. Our present state will not admit it; crd cs pn31 vmd, pn31 vbz xx j pns12 vmd vhi pn31. crd po12 j n1 vmb xx vvi pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 499 Image 146
2627 for while we are in this World, it is not possible we should have that sensible Experiment and Tryal how things are in the other. for while we Are in this World, it is not possible we should have that sensible Experiment and Trial how things Are in the other. c-acp cs pns12 vbr p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz xx j pns12 vmd vhi d j n1 cc n1 c-crq n2 vbr p-acp dt n-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2628 The things of the other World are remote from us, and far out of our Sight, The things of the other World Are remote from us, and Far out of our Sighed, dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbr j p-acp pno12, cc av-j av pp-f po12 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2629 and we cannot have any experimental knowledge of them, till we our selves enter into that state. and we cannot have any experimental knowledge of them, till we our selves enter into that state. cc pns12 vmbx vhb d j n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pns12 po12 n2 vvi p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2630 Those who are already past into it know how things are; Those who Are already passed into it know how things Are; d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp pn31 vvi c-crq n2 vbr; (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2631 those happy Souls who live in the reviving presence of God, and are possest of those joys which we cannot now conceive, understand these things in another manner, those happy Souls who live in the reviving presence of God, and Are possessed of those Joys which we cannot now conceive, understand these things in Another manner, d j n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, cc vbr vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq pns12 vmbx av vvi, vvb d n2 p-acp j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2632 and have a more perfect assurance concerning them, than it is possible for any Man to have in this World; and have a more perfect assurance Concerning them, than it is possible for any Man to have in this World; cc vhb dt av-dc j n1 vvg pno32, cs pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2633 and those wretched and miserable Spirits who feel the vengeance of God, and are plunged into the Horrors of Eternal Darkness, do believe upon irresistable evidence, and those wretched and miserable Spirits who feel the vengeance of God, and Are plunged into the Horrors of Eternal Darkness, do believe upon irresistible evidence, cc d j cc j n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, vdb vvi p-acp j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2634 and have other kind of Convictions of the Reality of that state, and the insupportable Misery of it, and have other kind of Convictions of the Reality of that state, and the insupportable Misery of it, cc vhb j-jn n1 pp-f n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2635 than any Man is capable of in this World. 2. If our present state would admit of this high degree of assurance; than any Man is capable of in this World. 2. If our present state would admit of this high degree of assurance; cs d n1 vbz j pp-f p-acp d n1. crd cs po12 j n1 vmd vvi pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 146
2636 it is not fit and reasonable that we should have it; it is not fit and reasonable that we should have it; pn31 vbz xx j cc j cst pns12 vmd vhi pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2637 such an over-powering evidence would quite take away the virtue of Faith, and much lessen that of Obedience. such an overpowering evidence would quite take away the virtue of Faith, and much lessen that of obedience. d dt j n1 vmd av vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-d vvi d pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2638 Put the case that every Man, some considerable time before his departure out of this Life, were permitted to visit the other World, to assure him how things are there, to view the Mansions of the Blessed, and to survey the dark and loathsome Prisons of the Damned, to hear the lamentable outcrys of Miserable and Despairing Souls, Put the case that every Man, Some considerable time before his departure out of this Life, were permitted to visit the other World, to assure him how things Are there, to view the Mansions of the Blessed, and to survey the dark and loathsome Prisons of the Damned, to hear the lamentable Outcries of Miserable and Despairing Souls, vvb dt n1 cst d n1, d j n1 p-acp po31 n1 av pp-f d n1, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq n2 vbr a-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, cc pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j cc j-vvg n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2639 and to see the inconceivable Anguish and Torments they are in; and to see the inconceivable Anguish and Torments they Are in; cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n2 pns32 vbr p-acp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2640 after this, what virtue would it be in any Man to believe these things? He that had been there and seen them, could not dis-believe them if he would: After this, what virtue would it be in any Man to believe these things? He that had been there and seen them, could not disbelieve them if he would: p-acp d, r-crq n1 vmd pn31 vbi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi d n2? pns31 cst vhd vbn a-acp cc vvn pno32, vmd xx j pno32 cs pns31 vmd: (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2641 Faith in this case would not be virtue, but necessity; Faith in this case would not be virtue, but necessity; np1 p-acp d n1 vmd xx vbi n1, cc-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2642 and therefore it is observable, that our Saviour doth not Pronounce them Blessed, who believed his Resurrection, upon the forcible evidence of their own Senses, and Therefore it is observable, that our Saviour does not Pronounce them Blessed, who believed his Resurrection, upon the forcible evidence of their own Senses, cc av pn31 vbz j, cst po12 n1 vdz xx vvi pno32 vvn, r-crq vvd po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2643 but, Blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed. but, Blessed Are they that have not seen, and yet have believed. cc-acp, vvn vbr pns32 cst vhb xx vvn, cc av vhb vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2644 They might be Happy in the Effects of that Faith, but there is not praise, no reward belongs to that Faith which is wrought in Man by so violent and irresistable an evidence. They might be Happy in the Effects of that Faith, but there is not praise, no reward belongs to that Faith which is wrought in Man by so violent and irresistible an evidence. pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz xx n1, dx n1 vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp av j cc j dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2645 It was the great commendation of Abraham's Faith, that against hope he believed in hope, he believed the promise of God concerning a thing in it self very improbable; It was the great commendation of Abraham's Faith, that against hope he believed in hope, he believed the promise of God Concerning a thing in it self very improbable; pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst p-acp n1 pns31 vvd p-acp n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1 av j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2646 but it is no commendation at all to believe the things which we have seen, because they admit of no manner of dispute; but it is no commendation At all to believe the things which we have seen, Because they admit of no manner of dispute; cc-acp pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f dx n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2647 no Objection can be offered to shake our assent, unless we will run to the extremity of Scepticism; no Objection can be offered to shake our assent, unless we will run to the extremity of Scepticism; dx n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2648 for if we will believe any thing at all, we must yield to the Evidence of Sense: for if we will believe any thing At all, we must yield to the Evidence of Sense: c-acp cs po12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2649 This does so violently enforce our assent, that there can be no Virtue in such a Faith. This does so violently enforce our assent, that there can be no Virtue in such a Faith. d vdz av av-j vvi po12 n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 146
2650 And as this would take away the Virtue of Faith, so it would very much lessen that of our Obedience. And as this would take away the Virtue of Faith, so it would very much lessen that of our obedience. cc p-acp d vmd vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vmd av av-d vvi d pp-f po12 n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2651 It is hardly to be imagined, that any Man who had seen the Blessed condition of good Men in another World, It is hardly to be imagined, that any Man who had seen the Blessed condition of good Men in Another World, pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, cst d n1 r-crq vhd vvn dt j-vvn n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2652 and been an Eye-witness of the intolerable Torments of Sinners, should ever after be tempted knowingly to do any thing that would deprive him of that Happiness, and been an Eyewitness of the intolerable Torments of Sinners, should ever After be tempted knowingly to do any thing that would deprive him of that Happiness, cc vbn dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n2, vmd av a-acp vbb vvn av-vvg pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vmd vvi pno31 pp-f d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2653 or bring him into that place of Torment: Such a sight could not chuse but affect a Man as long as he lived; or bring him into that place of Torment: Such a sighed could not choose but affect a Man as long as he lived; cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: d dt n1 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd; (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2654 and leave such impressions upon his mind, of the indispensable necessity of a Holy life, and leave such impressions upon his mind, of the indispensable necessity of a Holy life, cc vvb d n2 p-acp po31 n1, pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2655 and of the infinite danger of a wicked course, that we might sooner believe that all the Men in the World should conspire to kill one another; and of the infinite danger of a wicked course, that we might sooner believe that all the Men in the World should conspire to kill one Another; cc pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns12 vmd av-c vvi cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pi j-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2656 than that such a Man, by consenting to any deliberate Act of Sin should wilfully throw himself into those flames: than that such a Man, by consenting to any deliberate Act of since should wilfully throw himself into those flames: cs cst d dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 vmd av-j vvi px31 p-acp d n2: (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2657 No, his Mind would be continually haunted with those Furies he had seen Tormenting Sinners in another World, No, his Mind would be continually haunted with those Furies he had seen Tormenting Sinners in Another World, uh-dx, po31 n1 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n2 pns31 vhd vvn vvg n2 p-acp j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2658 and the fearful Shrieks and Outcries of Miserable Souls, would be perpetually ringing in his Ears; and the fearful Shrieks and Outcries of Miserable Souls, would be perpetually ringing in his Ears; cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, vmd vbi av-j vvg p-acp po31 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2659 and the Man would have so lively and terrible an imagination of the danger he was running himself upon, that no Temptation would be strong enough to conquer his fears, and the Man would have so lively and terrible an imagination of the danger he was running himself upon, that no Temptation would be strong enough to conquer his fears, cc dt n1 vmd vhi av j cc j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbds vvg px31 p-acp, cst dx n1 vmd vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2660 and to make him careless of his life and actions, after he had once seen how fearful a thing it was to fall into the hands of the living God: and to make him careless of his life and actions, After he had once seen how fearful a thing it was to fallen into the hands of the living God: cc pc-acp vvi pno31 j pp-f po31 n1 cc n2, c-acp pns31 vhd a-acp vvn c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2661 So that in this case, the Reason of Mens obedience would be so violent, that the virtue of it must be very little; So that in this case, the Reason of Men's Obedience would be so violent, that the virtue of it must be very little; av cst p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f ng2 n1 vmd vbi av j, cst dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi av j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2662 for what praise is due to any Man, not to do those things which none but a perfect mad Man would do? For certainly that Man must be besides himself, that could by any Temptation be seduced to live a wicked life, for what praise is due to any Man, not to do those things which none but a perfect mad Man would do? For Certainly that Man must be beside himself, that could by any Temptation be seduced to live a wicked life, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz j-jn p-acp d n1, xx pc-acp vdi d n2 r-crq pix p-acp dt j j n1 vmd vdi? p-acp av-j cst n1 vmb vbi a-acp px31, cst vmd p-acp d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2663 after he had seen the state of good and bad Men in the other World; After he had seen the state of good and bad Men in the other World; c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2664 the glorious Rewards of Holiness and Virtue, and the dismal event of a vitious and sinful course: the glorious Rewards of Holiness and Virtue, and the dismal event of a vicious and sinful course: dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2665 God hath designed this Life for the Trial of our Virtue, and the exercise of our obedience, God hath designed this Life for the Trial of our Virtue, and the exercise of our Obedience, np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2666 but there would hardly be any place for this, if there were a free and easie passage for us into the other World, to see the true state of things there. but there would hardly be any place for this, if there were a free and easy passage for us into the other World, to see the true state of things there. cc-acp a-acp vmd av vbi d n1 p-acp d, cs pc-acp vbdr dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2 a-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2667 What argument would it be of any Mans virtue to forbear sinning, after he had been in Hell, and seen the miserable end of Sinners? But I proceed to the III. And Last Observation; What argument would it be of any men virtue to forbear sinning, After he had been in Hell, and seen the miserable end of Sinners? But I proceed to the III. And Last Observation; q-crq n1 vmd pn31 vbb pp-f d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi vvg, c-acp pns31 vhd vbn p-acp n1, cc vvn dt j n1 pp-f n2? p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt np1. cc ord n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 146
2668 namely, That notwithstanding Faith be an inferiour degree of Assent, yet it is a Principle of sufficient force and power to Govern our lives; namely, That notwithstanding Faith be an inferior degree of Assent, yet it is a Principle of sufficient force and power to Govern our lives; av, cst p-acp n1 vbb dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 146
2669 we walk by Faith. Now, that the belief of any thing may have its Effect upon us, it is requisite that we be satisfied of these Two things. we walk by Faith. Now, that the belief of any thing may have its Effect upon us, it is requisite that we be satisfied of these Two things. pns12 vvb p-acp n1. av, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vhi po31 vvi p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vbb vvn pp-f d crd n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 146
2670 1. Of the Certainty and of the great Concernment of the thing; 1. Of the Certainty and of the great Concernment of the thing; crd pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 146
2671 for if the thing be altogether uncertain, it will not move us at all, we shall do nothing towards the obtaining of it, if it be good; for if the thing be altogether uncertain, it will not move us At all, we shall do nothing towards the obtaining of it, if it be good; c-acp cs dt n1 vbb av j, pn31 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp d, pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cs pn31 vbb j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 146
2672 nor for the avoiding and preventing of it, if it be evil; nor for the avoiding and preventing of it, if it be evil; ccx p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31, cs pn31 vbb j-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 146
2673 and if we are certain of the thing, yet if we apprehend it to be of no great Moment and Concernment, we shall be apt to slight it, as not worth our regard; and if we Are certain of the thing, yet if we apprehend it to be of no great Moment and Concernment, we shall be apt to slight it, as not worth our regard; cc cs pns12 vbr j pp-f dt n1, av cs pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi pp-f dx j n1 cc n1, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp xx j po12 n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 146
2674 but the Rewards and Punishments of another world, which the Gospel propounds to our Faith, are fitted to work upon our Minds; but the Rewards and Punishments of Another world, which the Gospel propounds to our Faith, Are fitted to work upon our Minds; cc-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po12 n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 146
2675 both upon account of the Certainty and Concernment of them. For, both upon account of the Certainty and Concernment of them. For, d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. p-acp, (15) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 146
2676 1. We have sufficient Assurance of the Truth of these things, as much as we are well capable of in this state. 1. We have sufficient Assurance of the Truth of these things, as much as we Are well capable of in this state. crd pns12 vhb j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr av j pp-f p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2677 Concerning things future and at a distance, we have the dictates of our Reason arguing us into this Perswasion, from the consideration of the Justice of the Divine Providence, Concerning things future and At a distance, we have the dictates of our Reason arguing us into this Persuasion, from the consideration of the justice of the Divine Providence, vvg n2 j-jn cc p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb dt vvz pp-f po12 n1 vvg pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2678 and from the promiscuous and unequal Administration of things in this world; and from the promiscuous and unequal Administration of things in this world; cc p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2679 from whence wise men in all ages have been apt to conclude, that there will be another state of things after this life, wherein rewards and punishments shall be equally distributed. from whence wise men in all ages have been apt to conclude, that there will be Another state of things After this life, wherein rewards and punishments shall be equally distributed. p-acp c-crq j n2 p-acp d n2 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, c-crq n2 cc n2 vmb vbi av-jn vvn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2680 We have the general consent of Mankind in this matter: We have the general consent of Mankind in this matter: pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2681 and to assure us, that these Reasonings are true, we have a most credible Revelation of these things, God having sent his Son from Heaven to declare it to us, and to assure us, that these Reasonings Are true, we have a most credible Revelation of these things, God having sent his Son from Heaven to declare it to us, cc pc-acp vvi pno12, cst d n2-vvg vbr j, pns12 vhb dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d n2, np1 vhg vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2682 and given us a sensible demonstration of the thing, in his Resurrection from the dead, and his visible Aseension into Heaven; and given us a sensible demonstration of the thing, in his Resurrection from the dead, and his visible Aseension into Heaven; cc vvn pno12 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j, cc po31 j n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2683 so that there is no kind of evidence wanting, that the thing is capable of, so that there is no kind of evidence wanting, that the thing is capable of, av cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 vvg, cst dt n1 vbz j pp-f, (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2684 but only our own sense and experience of these things, of which we are not capable in this present state. but only our own sense and experience of these things, of which we Are not capable in this present state. cc-acp av-j po12 d n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr xx j p-acp d j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2685 And there is no Objection against all this, but what will bring all things into uncertainty, which do not come under our Senses, And there is no Objection against all this, but what will bring all things into uncertainty, which do not come under our Senses, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d d, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi d n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2686 and which we our selves have not seen. Nor is there any considerable Interest to hinder Men from the Belief of these things, and which we our selves have not seen. Nor is there any considerable Interest to hinder Men from the Belief of these things, cc r-crq pns12 po12 n2 vhb xx vvn. ccx vbz pc-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 146
2687 or to make them hesitate about them; or to make them hesitate about them; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 p-acp pno32; (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2688 for as for the other World, if at last there should prove to be no such thing, our Condition after Death will be the same with the Condition of those who disbelieve these things; for as for the other World, if At last there should prove to be no such thing, our Condition After Death will be the same with the Condition of those who disbelieve these things; c-acp c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs p-acp ord a-acp vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dx d n1, po12 n1 p-acp n1 vmb vbi dt d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvi d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2689 because all will be extinguish'd by Death: Because all will be extinguished by Death: c-acp d vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2690 but if things fall out otherwise (as most undoubtedly they will) and our Souls after this Life do pass into a State of Everlasting Happiness or Misery, but if things fallen out otherwise (as most undoubtedly they will) and our Souls After this Life do pass into a State of Everlasting Happiness or Misery, cc-acp cs n2 vvb av av (c-acp av-ds av-j pns32 vmb) cc po12 n2 p-acp d n1 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2691 then our great Interest plainly lies, in preparing our selves for this State; then our great Interest plainly lies, in preparing our selves for this State; cs po12 j n1 av-j vvz, p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2692 and there is no other way to secure the great Concernments of another World, but by believing those things to be true, and there is no other Way to secure the great Concernments of Another World, but by believing those things to be true, cc pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2693 and governing all the Actions of our Lives by this Belief. and governing all the Actions of our Lives by this Belief. cc vvg d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2694 For as for the Interests of this Life, they are but short and transitory, and consequently of no Consideration in comparison of the things which are Eternal; For as for the Interests of this Life, they Are but short and transitory, and consequently of no Consideration in comparison of the things which Are Eternal; p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr p-acp j cc j, cc av-j pp-f dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vbr j; (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2695 and yet (as I have often told you) setting aside the case of Persecution for Religion, there is no real Interest of this World, and yet (as I have often told you) setting aside the case of Persecution for Religion, there is no real Interest of this World, cc av (c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn22) vvg av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pp-f d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2696 but it may be as well promoted and pursued to as great Advantage, nay, usually, to a far greater, by him that believes these things, but it may be as well promoted and pursued to as great Advantage, nay, usually, to a Far greater, by him that believes these things, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi a-acp av vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp j n1, uh-x, av-j, p-acp dt av-j jc, p-acp pno31 cst vvz d n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2697 and lives accordingly, than by any other Person: and lives accordingly, than by any other Person: cc vvz av-vvg, cs p-acp d j-jn n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2698 For the Belief of the Rewards and Punishments of another World is the greatest Motive and Encouragement to Virtue; For the Belief of the Rewards and Punishments of Another World is the greatest Motive and Encouragement to Virtue; c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2699 and as all Vice is naturally attended with some temporal Inconvenience, so the Practice of all Christian Virtues doth in its own Nature tend both to the Welfare of Particular Persons, and as all Vice is naturally attended with Some temporal Inconvenience, so the Practice of all Christian Virtues does in its own Nature tend both to the Welfare of Particular Persons, cc c-acp d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d j n1, av dt n1 pp-f d njp n2 vdz p-acp po31 d n1 vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2700 and to the Peace and Prosperity of Mankind. and to the Peace and Prosperity of Mankind. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 146
2701 But that which ought to weigh very much with us, is, That we have abundantly more Assurance of the Recompence of another World, But that which ought to weigh very much with us, is, That we have abundantly more Assurance of the Recompense of Another World, p-acp cst r-crq vmd pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp pno12, vbz, cst pns12 vhb av-j av-dc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2702 than we have of many things in this World, which yet have a greater Influence upon our Actions, than we have of many things in this World, which yet have a greater Influence upon our Actions, cs pns12 vhb pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1, r-crq av vhb dt jc n1 p-acp po12 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2703 and govern the Lives of the most prudent and considerate Men. and govern the Lives of the most prudent and considerate Men. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2704 Men generally hazard their Lives and Estates upon Terms of greater Uncertainty, than the Assurance which we have of another World. Men generally hazard their Lives and Estates upon Terms of greater Uncertainty, than the Assurance which we have of Another World. np1 av-j vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 pp-f jc n1, cs dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb pp-f j-jn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2705 Men venture to take Physick upon probable Grounds of the Integrity and Skill of their Physician, Men venture to take Physic upon probable Grounds of the Integrity and Skill of their physician, np1 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2706 and yet the want of either of these may hazard their Lives; and Men take Physick upon greater Odds; and yet the want of either of these may hazard their Lives; and Men take Physic upon greater Odds; cc av dt n1 pp-f d pp-f d vmb vvi po32 n2; cc n2 vvb n1 p-acp jc n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2707 for it certainly causeth Pain and Sickness, and doth but uncertainly procure and recover Health; the Patient is sure to be made sick, but not certain to be made well; for it Certainly Causes Pain and Sickness, and does but uncertainly procure and recover Health; the Patient is sure to be made sick, but not certain to be made well; p-acp pn31 av-j vvz n1 cc n1, cc vdz p-acp av-j vvi cc vvi n1; dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn j, cc-acp xx j pc-acp vbi vvn av; (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2708 and yet the Danger of being worse, if not of dying, on the one Hand, and yet the Danger of being Worse, if not of dying, on the one Hand, cc av dt n1 pp-f vbg jc, cs xx pp-f vvg, p-acp dt crd n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2709 and the Hope of Success and Recovery on the other, make this Hazard and Trouble reasonable. and the Hope of Success and Recovery on the other, make this Hazard and Trouble reasonable. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn, vvb d n1 cc vvb j. (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2710 Men venture their whole Estates to Places which they never saw; Men venture their Whole Estates to Places which they never saw; np1 vvb po32 j-jn n2 p-acp n2 r-crq pns32 av-x vvd; (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2711 and that there are such Places, they have only the concurrent Testimony and Agreement of Men; and that there Are such Places, they have only the concurrent Testimony and Agreement of Men; cc cst a-acp vbr d n2, pns32 vhb av-j dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2712 nay, perhaps, have only spoken with them that have spoken with those that have been there. nay, perhaps, have only spoken with them that have spoken with those that have been there. uh-x, av, vhb av-j vvn p-acp pno32 cst vhb vvn p-acp d cst vhb vbn a-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2713 No Merchant ever insisted upon the Evidence of a Miracle to be wrought, to satisfie him that there were such Places as the East and West-Indies, before he would venture to Trade thither: No Merchant ever insisted upon the Evidence of a Miracle to be wrought, to satisfy him that there were such Places as the East and West-Indies, before he would venture to Trade thither: dx n1 av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi pno31 cst a-acp vbdr d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc np2, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 av: (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2714 And yet this Assurance God hath been pleased to give the World of a state beyond the Grave, And yet this Assurance God hath been pleased to give the World of a state beyond the Grave, cc av d n1 np1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2715 and of a blessed Immortality in another Life. and of a blessed Immortality in Another Life. cc pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 146
2716 Now what can be the Reason that so slender Evidence, so small a degree of Assurance will serve to encourage Men to seek after the things of this World with great Care and Industry; Now what can be the Reason that so slender Evidence, so small a degree of Assurance will serve to encourage Men to seek After the things of this World with great Care and Industry; av r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 cst av j n1, av j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2717 and yet a great deal more will not suffice to put them effectually upon looking after the great Concernments of another World, which are infinitely more considerable? No other Reason of this can be given, and yet a great deal more will not suffice to put them effectually upon looking After the great Concernments of Another World, which Are infinitely more considerable? No other Reason of this can be given, cc av dt j n1 dc vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbr av-j av-dc j? dx j-jn n1 pp-f d vmb vbi vvn, (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2718 but that Men are partial in their Affections towards these things. but that Men Are partial in their Affections towards these things. cc-acp d n2 vbr j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2719 It is plain they have not the same Love for God and Religion which they have for this World, and the Advantages of it; It is plain they have not the same Love for God and Religion which they have for this World, and the Advantages of it; pn31 vbz j pns32 vhb xx dt d n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp d n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31; (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2720 and therefore it is, that a less degree of Assurance will engage them to seek after the one, than the other; and Therefore it is, that a less degree of Assurance will engage them to seek After the one, than the other; cc av pn31 vbz, cst dt av-dc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt pi, cs dt n-jn; (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2721 and yet the Reason is much stronger on the other side: and yet the Reason is much Stronger on the other side: cc av dt n1 vbz av-d jc p-acp dt j-jn n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2722 For the greater the Benefit and Good is, which is offered to us, we should be the more eager to seek after it, For the greater the Benefit and Good is, which is offered to us, we should be the more eager to seek After it, c-acp dt jc dt n1 cc j vbz, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd vbi dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2723 and should be content to venture upon less Probability. Upon excessive Odds, a Man would venture upon very small Hopes; and should be content to venture upon less Probability. Upon excessive Odds, a Man would venture upon very small Hope's; cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dc n1. p-acp j n2, dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp av j ng1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2724 for a mighty Advantage, a Man would be content to run a great Hazard of his Labour and Pains upon little Assurance: for a mighty Advantage, a Man would be content to run a great Hazard of his Labour and Pains upon little Assurance: p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp j n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2725 Where a Man's Life is concern'd, every Suspicion of Danger will make a Man careful to avoid it: Where a Man's Life is concerned, every Suspicion of Danger will make a Man careful to avoid it: c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn, d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt n1 j pc-acp vvi pn31: (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2726 And will nothing affright Men from Hell, unless God carry them thither, and shew them the place of Torments, And will nothing affright Men from Hell, unless God carry them thither, and show them the place of Torments, cc vmb pix vvi n2 p-acp n1, cs np1 vvb pno32 av, cc vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2727 and the Flames of that Fire which shall never be quenched? I do not speak this, as if these things had not abundant Evidence; and the Flames of that Fire which shall never be quenched? I do not speak this, as if these things had not abundant Evidence; cc dt n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq vmb av-x vbi vvn? pns11 vdb xx vvi d, c-acp cs d n2 vhd xx j n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 508 Image 146
2728 I have shewn that they have; I have shown that they have; pns11 vhb vvn cst pns32 vhb; (15) sermon (DIV1) 509 Image 146
2729 but to convince Men, how unreasonable and cruelly partial they are about the Concernments of their Souls, and their Eternal Happiness. but to convince Men, how unreasonable and cruelly partial they Are about the Concernments of their Souls, and their Eternal Happiness. cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2, c-crq j cc av-j j pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 509 Image 146
2730 2. Supposing these things to be real and certain, they are of infinite Concernment to us: 2. Supposing these things to be real and certain, they Are of infinite Concernment to us: crd vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, pns32 vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12: (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2731 For what can concern us more, than that Eternal and Unchangeable State in which we must be fixt and abide for ever? If so vast a Concern will not move us, For what can concern us more, than that Eternal and Unchangeable State in which we must be fixed and abide for ever? If so vast a Concern will not move us, c-acp r-crq vmb vvi pno12 dc, cs d j cc j-u n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi p-acp av? cs av j dt vvb vmb xx vvi pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2732 and have no Influence upon the Government of our Lives and Actions, we do not deserve the Name of Reasonable Creatures. and have no Influence upon the Government of our Lives and Actions, we do not deserve the Name of Reasonable Creatures. cc vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2. (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2733 What Consideration can be set before Men, who are not touched with the Sense of so great an Interest, What Consideration can be Set before Men, who Are not touched with the Sense of so great an Interest, q-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2734 as that of our Happy or Miserable Being to all Eternity? Can we be so solicitous and careful about the Concernment of a few Days; as that of our Happy or Miserable Being to all Eternity? Can we be so solicitous and careful about the Concernment of a few Days; c-acp d pp-f po12 j cc j vbg p-acp d n1? vmb pns12 vbi av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2735 and is it nothing to us what becomes of us for ever? Are we so tenderly concerned to avoid Poverty and Disgrace, Persecution and Suffering in this World; and is it nothing to us what becomes of us for ever? are we so tenderly concerned to avoid Poverty and Disgrace, Persecution and Suffering in this World; cc vbz pn31 pix p-acp pno12 r-crq vvz pp-f pno12 p-acp av? vbr pns12 av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, n1 cc vvg p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2736 and shall we not much more flee from the wrath which is to come, and endeavour to escape the damnation of Hell? Are the slight and transitory Enjoyments of this World worth so much Thought and Care? And is an Eternal Inheritance in the Heavens not worth the looking after? As there is no Proportion, betwixt the things which are Temporal and the things which are Eternal, and shall we not much more flee from the wrath which is to come, and endeavour to escape the damnation of Hell? are the slight and transitory Enjoyments of this World worth so much Thought and Care? And is an Eternal Inheritance in the Heavens not worth the looking After? As there is no Proportion, betwixt the things which Are Temporal and the things which Are Eternal, cc vmb pns12 xx av-d av-dc vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? vbr dt j cc j n2 pp-f d n1 j av av-d vvd cc n1? cc vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 xx j dt vvg a-acp? p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr j cc dt n2 r-crq vbr j, (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2737 so we ought in all Reason, to be infinitely more concerned for the One than for the Other. so we ought in all Reason, to be infinitely more concerned for the One than for the Other. av pns12 vmd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi av-j av-dc vvn p-acp dt crd cs p-acp dt n-jn. (15) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 146
2738 The proper Inference from all this Discourse is, That we would endeavour, to strengthen in our selves this great Principle of a Christian Life, the Belief of another World, by representing to our selves all those Arguments and Considerations which may confirm us in this Perswasion. The proper Inference from all this Discourse is, That we would endeavour, to strengthen in our selves this great Principle of a Christian Life, the Belief of Another World, by representing to our selves all those Arguments and Considerations which may confirm us in this Persuasion. dt j n1 p-acp d d n1 vbz, cst pns12 vmd vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 d j n1 pp-f dt njp n1, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2 d d n2 cc n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2739 The more reasonable our Faith is, and the surer grounds it is built upon; The more reasonable our Faith is, and the Surer grounds it is built upon; dt av-dc j po12 n1 vbz, cc dt jc n2 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp; (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2740 the more firm it will abide, when it comes to the tryal, against all the impressions of temptations and assaults of Persecution: the more firm it will abide, when it comes to the trial, against all the impressions of temptations and assaults of Persecution: dt av-dc j pn31 vmb vvi, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2741 If our Faith of another World be only a strong imagination of these things, so soon as tribulation ariseth, it will wither; If our Faith of Another World be only a strong imagination of these things, so soon as tribulation arises, it will wither; cs po12 n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbb av-j dt j n1 pp-f d n2, av av c-acp n1 vvz, pn31 vmb vvi; (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2742 because it hath no root in it self: Because it hath no root in it self: c-acp pn31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pn31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2743 Upon this account the Apostle so often exhorts Christians, to endeavour to be establisht in the Truth, to be rooted and grounded in the Faith, that when Persecution comes, they may continue stedfast and unmovable. The firmness of our Belief will have a great influence upon our Lives; Upon this account the Apostle so often exhorts Christians, to endeavour to be established in the Truth, to be rooted and grounded in the Faith, that when Persecution comes, they may continue steadfast and unmovable. The firmness of our Belief will have a great influence upon our Lives; p-acp d n1 dt n1 av av vvz np1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cst c-crq n1 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi j cc j. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2744 if we be stedfast and unmovable in our perswasion of these things, we shall be abundant in the work of the Lord. if we be steadfast and unmovable in our persuasion of these things, we shall be abundant in the work of the Lord. cs pns12 vbb j cc j p-acp po12 n1 pp-f d n2, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2745 The Apostle joins these together, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Wherefore, my beloved Brethren, be ye stedfast and unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, The Apostle joins these together, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Wherefore, my Beloved Brothers, be you steadfast and unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, dt n1 vvz d av, crd np1 crd crd c-crq, po11 j-vvn n2, vbb pn22 j cc j, av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2746 forasmuch as ye know your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. Stedfast and unmovable, in what? In the belief of a blessed Resurrection; forasmuch as you know your labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. Steadfast and unmovable, in what? In the belief of a blessed Resurrection; av c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp dt n1. j cc j, p-acp q-crq? p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1; (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2747 which the more firmly any Man believes, the more active and industrious will he be in the Work and Service of God. which the more firmly any Man believes, the more active and Industria will he be in the Work and Service of God. r-crq dt av-dc av-j d n1 vvz, dt av-dc j cc j vmb pns31 vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 146
2748 And that our Faith may have a constant and powerful influence upon our Lives, we should frequently revolve in our Minds the thoughts of another World, And that our Faith may have a constant and powerful influence upon our Lives, we should frequently revolve in our Minds the thoughts of Another World, cc d po12 n1 vmb vhi dt j cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2749 and of that vast Eternity which we shall shortly launch into. and of that vast Eternity which we shall shortly launch into. cc pp-f d j n1 r-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp. (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2750 The great disadvantage of the Arguments fetcht from another world, is this, That these things are at a distance from us, The great disadvantage of the Arguments fetched from Another world, is this, That these things Are At a distance from us, dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, vbz d, cst d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2751 and not sensible to us, and therefore we are not apt to be so affected with them: and not sensible to us, and Therefore we Are not apt to be so affected with them: cc xx j p-acp pno12, cc av pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2752 Present and sensible things weigh down all other Considerations. And therefore to balance this disadvantage, we should often have these Thoughts in our Minds, Present and sensible things weigh down all other Considerations. And Therefore to balance this disadvantage, we should often have these Thoughts in our Minds, j cc j n2 vvb a-acp d j-jn n2. cc av pc-acp vvi d n1, pns12 vmd av vhi d n2 p-acp po12 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2753 and inculcate upon our selves the certainty of these things, and the infinite concernment of them: and inculcate upon our selves the certainty of these things, and the infinite concernment of them: cc vvb p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32: (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2754 we should reason thus with our selves; we should reason thus with our selves; pns12 vmd vvi av p-acp po12 n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2755 if these things be true, and will certainly be, why should they not be to me, if these things be true, and will Certainly be, why should they not be to me, cs d n2 vbb j, cc vmb av-j vbi, q-crq vmd pns32 xx vbi p-acp pno11, (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2756 as if they were actually present? Why should not I always live, as if Heaven were open to my view, as if they were actually present? Why should not I always live, as if Heaven were open to my view, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr av-j j? q-crq vmd xx pns11 av vvi, c-acp cs n1 vbdr j p-acp po11 n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2757 and I saw Jesus standing at the right hand of God, with Crowns of Glory in his hands, ready to be set upon the Heads of all those who continue faithful and obedient to him? And why should I not be as much afraid to commit any Sin, and I saw jesus standing At the right hand of God, with Crowns of Glory in his hands, ready to be Set upon the Heads of all those who continue faithful and obedient to him? And why should I not be as much afraid to commit any since, cc pns11 vvd np1 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d d r-crq vvb j cc j p-acp pno31? cc q-crq vmd pns11 xx vbi p-acp d j pc-acp vvi d n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2758 as if Hell were naked before me, and I saw the astonishing Miseries of the Damned? as if Hell were naked before me, and I saw the astonishing Misery's of the Damned? c-acp cs n1 vbdr j p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvd dt vvg ng1 pp-f dt j-vvn? (15) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 146
2759 Thus we should, by frequent Meditation, represent these great things to our selves, and bring them nearer to our Minds, Thus we should, by frequent Meditation, represent these great things to our selves, and bring them nearer to our Minds, av pns12 vmd, p-acp j n1, vvi d j n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi pno32 av-jc p-acp po12 n2, (15) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 146
2760 and oppose to the present temptations of Sense, the great and endless Happiness and Misery of the other World. and oppose to the present temptations of Sense, the great and endless Happiness and Misery of the other World. cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 146
2761 And if we would but thus exercise our selves about the things which are not seen, and make Eternity familiar to our selves, by a frequent Meditation of it, we should be very little moved with present and sensible things; And if we would but thus exercise our selves about the things which Are not seen, and make Eternity familiar to our selves, by a frequent Meditation of it, we should be very little moved with present and sensible things; cc cs pns12 vmd cc-acp av vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn, cc vvi n1 j-jn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmd vbi av av-j vvn p-acp j cc j n2; (15) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 146
2762 we should walk and live by Faith, as the Men of the World do by Sense, we should walk and live by Faith, as the Men of the World do by Sense, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvb p-acp n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb p-acp n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 146
2763 and be more serious and earnest in the Pursuit of our great and everlasting Interest, and be more serious and earnest in the Pursuit of our great and everlasting Interest, cc vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n1, (15) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 146
2764 than they are in the pursuit of Sensual Enjoyments, and should make it the great Business of this present and temporal Life, to secure a Future and Eternal Happiness. than they Are in the pursuit of Sensual Enjoyments, and should make it the great Business of this present and temporal Life, to secure a Future and Eternal Happiness. cs pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc vmd vvi pn31 dt j n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 146
2765 A SERMON, On HEB. X. 38. But if any Man draw back, my Soul shall have no Pleasure in him. A SERMON, On HEBREW. X. 38. But if any Man draw back, my Soul shall have no Pleasure in him. dt n1, p-acp n1. fw-la crd p-acp cs d n1 vvi av, po11 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 176
2766 THE great Design of this Epistle, (whoever was the Author of it, which I shall not now enquire into) is plainly this, to confirm the Jews, who were but newly converted to Christanity, in the stedfast Profession of that Faith, which they had embraced, THE great Design of this Epistle, (whoever was the Author of it, which I shall not now inquire into) is plainly this, to confirm the jews, who were but newly converted to Christianity, in the steadfast Profession of that Faith, which they had embraced, dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp) vbz av-j d, pc-acp vvi dt np2, r-crq vbdr cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 514 Image 176
2767 and to arm them against that Temptation, which Christians were then exposed to, viz. the fierce and cruel Persecutions, which threatned those of that Profession. and to arm them against that Temptation, which Christians were then exposed to, viz. the fierce and cruel Persecutions, which threatened those of that Profession. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, r-crq np1 vbdr av vvn p-acp, n1 dt j cc j n2, r-crq vvd d pp-f d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 514 Image 176
2768 And to this purpose, he represents to them, the excellency of that Religion, above any other former Revelation, that God had made of himself to the World; And to this purpose, he represents to them, the excellency of that Religion, above any other former Revelation, that God had made of himself to the World; cc p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d j-jn j n1, cst np1 vhd vvn pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2769 both in respect of the Author and Revealer of it, who was the Son of God, both in respect of the Author and Revealer of it, who was the Son of God, d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2770 and in respect of the Revelatition it self; and in respect of the Revelatition it self; cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt np1 pn31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2771 which, as it contains better, and more perfect Directions of a good Life, so likewise more powerful and effectual Motives thereto, better Promises, which, as it contains better, and more perfect Directions of a good Life, so likewise more powerful and effectual Motives thereto, better Promises, r-crq, c-acp pn31 vvz jc, cc av-dc j n2 pp-f dt j n1, av av av-dc j cc j n2 av, j vvz, (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2772 and more terible Threatnings, than were annexed to the Observation of the Jewish Law, or clearly and certainly discoverable by the Light of Nature. and more terrible Threatenings, than were annexed to the Observation of the Jewish Law, or clearly and Certainly discoverable by the Light of Nature. cc av-dc j n2-vvg, cs vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1, cc av-j cc av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2773 From these Considerations, he earnestly persuades them, all along throughout this Epistle, to continue constant in the Profession of this Faith, From these Considerations, he earnestly persuades them, all along throughout this Epistle, to continue constant in the Profession of this Faith, p-acp d n2, pns31 av-j vvz pno32, d a-acp p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2774 and not to suffer themselves to be frighted out of it by the Terrour of Persecution; and not to suffer themselves to be frighted out of it by the Terror of Persecution; cc xx pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2775 Chap. 2. V. 1. Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, left at any time we should let them slip; Chap. 2. V. 1. Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have herd, left At any time we should let them slip; np1 crd n1 crd av pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, vvn p-acp d n1 pns12 vmd vvi pno32 vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2776 and Chap. 4. 1. Let us therefore fear, lest a Promise being left us, of entring into his rest, any of you should come short of it, and verse 23. of this Chapter, Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith, without wavering; and Chap. 4. 1. Let us Therefore Fear, lest a Promise being left us, of entering into his rest, any of you should come short of it, and verse 23. of this Chapter, Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith, without wavering; cc np1 crd crd vvb pno12 av vvi, cs dt n1 vbg vvn pno12, pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1, d pp-f pn22 vmd vvi j pp-f pn31, cc n1 crd pp-f d n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvg; (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2777 and to encourage them to constancy, he sets before them, the Glorious Rewards and Recompences of the Gospel; and to encourage them to constancy, he sets before them, the Glorious Rewards and Recompenses of the Gospel; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2778 Verse 35. Cast not away therefore your Confidence, NONLATINALPHABET, your free and open Profession of Christianity, which hath great Recompence of Reward. Verse 35. Cast not away Therefore your Confidence,, your free and open Profession of Christianity, which hath great Recompense of Reward. vvb crd vvd xx av av po22 n1,, po22 j cc j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz j n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 176
2779 And then on the other hand, to deter them from Apostacy from this Profession, he represents to them the horrible danger of it, here in the Text, But if any man draw back, my Soul shall have no Pleasure in him. And then on the other hand, to deter them from Apostasy from this Profession, he represents to them the horrible danger of it, Here in the Text, But if any man draw back, my Soul shall have no Pleasure in him. cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 dt j n1 pp-f pn31, av p-acp dt n1, p-acp cs d n1 vvi av, po11 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 176
2780 I shall briefly explain the Words, and then prosecute that which I mainly intended in them; if any Man draw back, NONLATINALPHABET: I shall briefly explain the Words, and then prosecute that which I mainly intended in them; if any Man draw back,: pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt n2, cc av vvi d r-crq pns11 av-j vvd p-acp pno32; cs d n1 vvb av,: (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2781 These Words, with the foregoing, are cited out of the Prophet Habakkuk, Chap. 2. Verse 3, 4. and they are cited by the Apostle, according to the Translation of the LXX. which differs somewhat from the Hebrew; and the difference ariseth from the various readings of the Hebrew Word, which is rendered by the LXX. to draw back; but by the change of a Letter signifies to be lifted up, as we render it in the Prophet; These Words, with the foregoing, Are cited out of the Prophet Habakkuk, Chap. 2. Verse 3, 4. and they Are cited by the Apostle, according to the translation of the LXX. which differs somewhat from the Hebrew; and the difference arises from the various readings of the Hebrew Word, which is rendered by the LXX. to draw back; but by the change of a letter signifies to be lifted up, as we render it in the Prophet; d n2, p-acp dt vvg, vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1 np1, np1 crd n1 crd, crd cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd. r-crq vvz av p-acp dt njp; cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt njp np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt crd. pc-acp vvi av; p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2782 but however that be, the Apostle follows the Translation of the LXX. and accommodates it to his Purpose. NONLATINALPHABET, if any Man draw back; but however that be, the Apostle follows the translation of the LXX. and accommodates it to his Purpose., if any Man draw back; cc-acp c-acp d vbb, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt crd. cc vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1., cs d n1 vvb av; (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2783 the Word signifies to keep back, to withdraw, to sneak and slink away out of fear, to fail, or faint in any Enterprize: the Word signifies to keep back, to withdraw, to sneak and slink away out of Fear, to fail, or faint in any Enterprise: dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av av pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2784 And thus this Word is rendered in the New Testament, Acts 20. 20. NONLATINALPHABET, I did not with-hold, And thus this Word is rendered in the New Testament, Acts 20. 20., I did not withhold, cc av d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, n2 crd crd, pns11 vdd xx vvi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2785 or keep back any thing that was profitable for you; or keep back any thing that was profitable for you; cc vvi av d n1 cst vbds j p-acp pn22; (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2786 and so it is said of St. Peter, Gal. 2. 12. NONLATINALPHABET, he slunk away, or withdrew himself, fearing them of the Circumcision; and so it is said of Saint Peter, Gal. 2. 12., he slunk away, or withdrew himself, fearing them of the Circumcision; cc av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f n1 np1, np1 crd crd, pns31 vvd av, cc vvd px31, vvg pno32 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2787 and the Hebrew Word, which is here rendered by the LXX. and the Hebrew Word, which is Here rendered by the LXX. cc dt njp np1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt crd. (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2788 to draw back, is elsewhere rendered by NONLATINALPHABET, which is to fail or faint; from all which it appears, that by drawing back, the Apostle here means, Mens quitting their Profession of Christianity, to draw back, is elsewhere rendered by, which is to fail or faint; from all which it appears, that by drawing back, the Apostle Here means, Mens quitting their Profession of Christianity, pc-acp vvi av, vbz av vvn p-acp, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi cc j; p-acp d r-crq pn31 vvz, cst p-acp vvg av, dt n1 av vvz, np1 vvg po32 n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2789 and slinking out of it, for fear of suffering for it. My Soul shall have no Pleasure in him: and slinking out of it, for Fear of suffering for it. My Soul shall have no Pleasure in him: cc j-vvg av pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31. po11 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 176
2790 These Words are plainly a NONLATINALPHABET, and less is said than is meant; These Words Are plainly a, and less is said than is meant; d n2 vbr av-j dt, cc av-dc vbz vvn cs vbz vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 176
2791 for the meaning is, that God will be extreamly displeased with them, and punish them very severely. for the meaning is, that God will be extremely displeased with them, and Punish them very severely. p-acp dt n1 vbz, cst np1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 av av-j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 176
2792 The like Figure to this, you have Psal. 5. 4. Thou art not a God that hast pleasure in Wickedness, which in the next Verse is explained, by his hatred and detestation of those who are guilty of it, Thou hatest all the workers of iniquity. The like Figure to this, you have Psalm 5. 4. Thou art not a God that hast pleasure in Wickedness, which in the next Verse is explained, by his hatred and detestation of those who Are guilty of it, Thou Hatest all the workers of iniquity. dt j n1 p-acp d, pn22 vhb np1 crd crd pns21 vb2r xx dt n1 cst vh2 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp dt ord n1 vbz vvn, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr j pp-f pn31, pns21 vv2 av-d dt n2 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 176
2793 So that the plain sense of the words is this, that Apostasie from the profession of God's true Religion, is a thing highly provoking to him, So that the plain sense of the words is this, that Apostasy from the profession of God's true Religion, is a thing highly provoking to him, av cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz d, cst n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, vbz dt n1 av-j vvg p-acp pno31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 176
2794 and will be most severely punisht by him. In speaking to this Argument, I shall consider these four things. and will be most severely punished by him. In speaking to this Argument, I shall Consider these four things. cc vmb vbi av-ds av-j vvn p-acp pno31. p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 176
2795 I. The Nature of this sin of Apostasie from Religion. II. The several steps and degrees of it. III. The heinousness of it. I. The Nature of this since of Apostasy from Religion. II The several steps and Degrees of it. III. The heinousness of it. np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. crd dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. np1. dt n1 pp-f pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 176
2796 IV. The great danger of it, and the terrible punishment it exposeth men to. IV. The great danger of it, and the terrible punishment it exposeth men to. np1 dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt j n1 pn31 vvz n2 p-acp. (16) sermon (DIV1) 523 Image 176
2797 And when I have spoken to these, I shall conclude all with a short Exhortation, to hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering. I. And when I have spoken to these, I shall conclude all with a short Exhortation, to hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering. I. cc c-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg. pns11. (16) sermon (DIV1) 523 Image 176
2798 We will consider the Nature of this sin of Apostasie from Religion; We will Consider the Nature of this since of Apostasy from Religion; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2799 and it consists in forsaking or renouncing the Profession of Religion, whether it be by an open declaration in words, and it consists in forsaking or renouncing the Profession of Religion, whither it be by an open declaration in words, cc pn31 vvz p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2800 or a virtual declaration of it by our actions; or a virtual declaration of it by our actions; cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2801 for it comes all to one in the sight of God, and the different manner of doing it, does not alter the nature of the thing: for it comes all to one in the sighed of God, and the different manner of doing it, does not altar the nature of the thing: p-acp pn31 vvz d p-acp crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f vdg pn31, vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2802 He indeed that renounceth Religion, by an open declaration in words, offers the greatest and boldest defiance to it; He indeed that Renounceth Religion, by an open declaration in words, offers the greatest and Boldest defiance to it; pns31 av cst vvz n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2, vvz dt js cc js n1 p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2803 but he is likewise an Apostate, who silently withdraws himself from the profession of it, who quits it for his interest, but he is likewise an Apostate, who silently withdraws himself from the profession of it, who quits it for his Interest, cc-acp pns31 vbz av dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2804 or for fear disowns it, and sneaks out of the Profession of it, and forsakes the Communion of those who own it. or for Fear disowns it, and sneaks out of the Profession of it, and forsakes the Communion of those who own it. cc p-acp n1 vvz pn31, cc vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f d r-crq d pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2805 Thus Demas was an Apostate, in quitting Christianity for some worldly interest. Thus Demas was an Apostate, in quitting Christianity for Some worldly Interest. av np1 vbds dt n1, p-acp vvg np1 p-acp d j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2806 Demas hath forsaken us, having loved this present world, saith St. Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 10. And those whom our Saviour describes, Mat. 13. 20, 21. who receiv'd the word into stony ground, were Apostates out of fear, they heard the word, and with joy receiv'd it, Demas hath forsaken us, having loved this present world, Says Saint Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 10. And those whom our Saviour describes, Mathew 13. 20, 21. who received the word into stony ground, were Apostates out of Fear, they herd the word, and with joy received it, np1 vhz vvn pno12, vhg vvn d j n1, vvz n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd cc d ro-crq po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp j n1, vbdr n2 av pp-f n1, pns32 vvd dt n1, cc p-acp n1 vvd pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2807 but having no root in themselves, they endured but for a while, and when tribulation and persecution ariseth because of the word, presently they fall off. but having no root in themselves, they endured but for a while, and when tribulation and persecution arises Because of the word, presently they fallen off. cc-acp vhg dx n1 p-acp px32, pns32 vvd cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pp-f dt n1, av-j pns32 vvb a-acp. (16) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 176
2808 And there is likewise a partial Apostasie from Christianity, when some Fundamental Article of it is denied, whereby in effect and by consequence, the whole Christian Faith is overthrown. And there is likewise a partial Apostasy from Christianity, when Some Fundamental Article of it is denied, whereby in Effect and by consequence, the Whole Christian Faith is overthrown. cc pc-acp vbz av dt j n1 p-acp np1, c-crq d j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn, c-crq p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, dt j-jn njp n1 vbz vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 176
2809 Of this Hymeneus and Philetus were guilty, of whom the Apostle says, that they erred concerning the truth, saying that tbe Resurrection was past already, Of this Hymenaeus and Philetus were guilty, of whom the Apostle Says, that they erred Concerning the truth, saying that The Resurrection was passed already, pp-f d np1 cc np1 vbdr j, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vvz, cst pns32 vvd vvg dt n1, vvg cst j n1 vbds vvn av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 176
2810 and thereby overthrew the faith of some, 2 Tim. 2. 17, 18. That is, they turned the Resurrection into an Allegory, and thereby overthrew the faith of Some, 2 Tim. 2. 17, 18. That is, they turned the Resurrection into an Allegory, cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f d, crd np1 crd crd, crd cst vbz, pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 176
2811 and did thereby really destroy a most Fundamental Article of the Christian Religion. and did thereby really destroy a most Fundamental Article of the Christian Religion. cc vdd av av-j vvi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt njp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 176
2812 So that to make a man an Apostate, it is not necessary that a man should solemnly renounce his Baptism, So that to make a man an Apostate, it is not necessary that a man should solemnly renounce his Baptism, av cst pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1, pn31 vbz xx j cst dt n1 vmd av-j vvi po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2813 and declare Christianity to be false; there are several other ways whereby a man may bring himself under this guilt; and declare Christianity to be false; there Are several other ways whereby a man may bring himself under this guilt; cc vvi np1 pc-acp vbi j; pc-acp vbr j n-jn n2 c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2814 as by a silent quitting of his Religion, and withdrawing himself from the Communion of all that profess it; as by a silent quitting of his Religion, and withdrawing himself from the Communion of all that profess it; c-acp p-acp dt j vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc vvg px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2815 by denying an Essential Doctrine of Christianity; by denying an Essential Doctrine of Christianity; p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2816 by undermining the great End and Design of it, by teaching Doctrines which directly tend to encourage Men in impenitence, by undermining the great End and Design of it, by teaching Doctrines which directly tend to encourage Men in impenitence, p-acp vvg dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg n2 r-crq av-j vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2817 and a wicked course of life, nay, to Authorise all manner of impiety and vice, in telling Men that whatever they do they cannot Sin; and a wicked course of life, nay, to Authorise all manner of impiety and vice, in telling Men that whatever they do they cannot since; cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, uh-x, p-acp vvb d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg n2 cst r-crq pns32 vdb pns32 vmbx n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2818 for which, the Primitive Christians did look upon the Gnosticks, as no better than Apostates from Christianity; for which, the Primitive Christians did look upon the Gnostics, as no better than Apostates from Christianity; p-acp r-crq, dt j np1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n2, p-acp dx jc cs n2 p-acp np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2819 and tho they retained the Name of Christians, yet not to be truly and really so. and though they retained the Name of Christians, yet not to be truly and really so. cc cs pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, av xx p-acp vbb av-j cc av-j av. (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2820 And there is likewise a partial Apostacy from the Christan Religion; of which I shall speak under the II. Head I proposed; And there is likewise a partial Apostasy from the Christian Religion; of which I shall speak under the II Head I proposed; cc pc-acp vbz av dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1; pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd n1 pns11 vvd; (16) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 176
2821 which was, to consider the several sorts and degrees of Apostacy. which was, to Consider the several sorts and Degrees of Apostasy. r-crq vbds, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 527 Image 176
2822 The highest of all, is the renouncing and forsaking of Christianity, or of some Essential part of it, which is a virtual Apostafie from it. The highest of all, is the renouncing and forsaking of Christianity, or of Some Essential part of it, which is a virtual Apostasy from it. dt js pp-f d, vbz dt vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, cc pp-f d j n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 527 Image 176
2823 But there are several tendencies towards this, which they who are guilty of, are in some degree guilty of this Sin. As But there Are several tendencies towards this, which they who Are guilty of, Are in Some degree guilty of this Sin. As p-acp a-acp vbr j n2 p-acp d, r-crq pns32 r-crq vbr j pp-f, vbr p-acp d n1 j pp-f d np1 p-acp (16) sermon (DIV1) 527 Image 176
2824 1. Indifferency in Religion, and want of all sort of Concernment for it: 1. Indifferency in Religion, and want of all sort of Concernment for it: crd n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2825 when a Man, tho he never quitted his Religion, yet is so little concerned for it, that a very small Occasion or Temptation would make him do it; when a Man, though he never quit his Religion, yet is so little concerned for it, that a very small Occasion or Temptation would make him do it; c-crq dt n1, cs pns31 av-x vvn po31 n1, av vbz av av-j vvn p-acp pn31, cst dt j j n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pno31 vdi pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2826 he is contented to be reckoned in the number of those who profess it, so long as it is the Fashion, he is contented to be reckoned in the number of those who profess it, so long as it is the Fashion, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb pn31, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvb, (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2827 and he finds no great Inconvenience by it; and he finds no great Inconvenience by it; cc pns31 vvz dx j n1 p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2828 but is so indifferent in his Mind about it, ( like Gallio, who minded none of those things ) that he can turn himself into any other Shape, when his Interest requires it; but is so indifferent in his Mind about it, (like Gallio, who minded none of those things) that he can turn himself into any other Shape, when his Interest requires it; cc-acp vbz av j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn31, (av-j np1, r-crq vvd pix pp-f d n2) cst pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n-jn vvb, c-crq po31 n1 vvz pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2829 so that tho he never actually deserted it, yet he is 2 kind of Apostate, in the preparation and disposition of his Mind: so that though he never actually deserted it, yet he is 2 kind of Apostate, in the preparation and disposition of his Mind: av cst cs pns31 av av-j vvn pn31, av pns31 vbz crd n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2830 And to such Persons, that Title which Solomon gives to some, may fitly enough be applyed, they are Backsliders in Heart. And to such Persons, that Title which Solomon gives to Some, may fitly enough be applied, they Are Backsliders in Heart. cc p-acp d n2, cst n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d, vmb av-j d vbi vvd, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 176
2831 2. Another tendency to this Sin, and a great degree of it, is withdrawing from the Publick Marks and Testimonies of the Profession of Religion, by forsaking the Assemblies of Christians for the Worship and Service of God; 2. another tendency to this since, and a great degree of it, is withdrawing from the Public Marks and Testimonies of the Profession of Religion, by forsaking the Assemblies of Christians for the Worship and Service of God; crd j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vbz vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2832 to withdraw our selves from those, for fear of Danger or Suffering, is a kind of Denyal of our Religion. to withdraw our selves from those, for Fear of Danger or Suffering, is a kind of Denial of our Religion. pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po12 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2833 And this was the case of some in the Apostles time, when Persecution grew hot, and the open Profession of Christianity dangerous; And this was the case of Some in the Apostles time, when Persecution grew hight, and the open Profession of Christianity dangerous; cc d vbds dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n2 n1, c-crq n1 vvd j, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2834 to avoid this Danger, many appeared not in the Assemblies of Christians, for fear of being observed and brought into trouble for it. to avoid this Danger, many appeared not in the Assemblies of Christians, for Fear of being observed and brought into trouble for it. pc-acp vvi d n1, d vvd xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2835 This the Apostle taxeth some for, in this Chapter, and speaketh of it as a letting go our Profession, This the Apostle Taxes Some for, in this Chapter, and speaks of it as a letting go our Profession, np1 dt n1 vvz d p-acp, p-acp d n1, cc vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp dt vvg n1 po12 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2836 and a kind of deserting of Christianity, v. 23, 35. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, not forsaking the assembling of our selves together, and a kind of deserting of Christianity, v. 23, 35. Let us hold fast the Profession of our Faith without wavering, not forsaking the assembling of our selves together, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f np1, n1 crd, crd vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, xx vvg dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 av, (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2837 as the manner of some is: as the manner of Some is: c-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbz: (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2838 He doth not say they had quitted their Profession, but they had but a loose hold of it, He does not say they had quit their Profession, but they had but a lose hold of it, pns31 vdz xx vvi pns32 vhd vvn po32 n1, cc-acp pns32 vhd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2839 and were silently stealing away from it. and were silently stealing away from it. cc vbdr av-j vvg av p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 176
2840 3. A light temper of Mind, which easily receives Impressions from those who lie in wait to deceive, 3. A Light temper of Mind, which Easily receives Impressions from those who lie in wait to deceive, crd dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av-j vvz n2 p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 176
2841 and seduce Men from the Truth. and seduce Men from the Truth. cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 176
2842 When Men are not well rooted and established in Religion, they are apt to be inveigled by the crafty Insinuations of Seducers, to be moved with every wind of Doctrine, When Men Are not well rooted and established in Religion, they Are apt to be inveigled by the crafty Insinuations of Seducers, to be moved with every wind of Doctrine, c-crq n2 vbr xx av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 176
2843 and to be easily shaken in Mind, by every trifling piece of Sophistry, that is confidently obtruded upon them for a weighty Argument. and to be Easily shaken in Mind, by every trifling piece of Sophistry, that is confidently obtruded upon them for a weighty Argument. cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz av-j vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 176
2844 Now this is a temper of Mind which disposeth Men to Apostasie, and renders them an easie Prey to every one that takes a Pleasure and a Pride in making Proselytes. Now this is a temper of Mind which Disposeth Men to Apostasy, and renders them an easy Prey to every one that Takes a Pleasure and a Pride in making Proselytes. av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno32 dt j n1 p-acp d pi cst vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp vvg n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 176
2845 It is true indeed, a Man should always have a Mind ready to entertain Truth, when it is fairly proposed to him; It is true indeed, a Man should always have a Mind ready to entertain Truth, when it is fairly proposed to him; pn31 vbz j av, dt n1 vmd av vhi dt n1 j pc-acp vvi n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 176
2846 but the main things of Religion are so plainly revealed, and lie so obvious to every ordinary capacity, that every Man may discern them; but the main things of Religion Are so plainly revealed, and lie so obvious to every ordinary capacity, that every Man may discern them; cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr av av-j vvn, cc vvb av j p-acp d j n1, cst d n1 vmb vvi pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 176
2847 and when he hath once entertained them, ought to be stedfast and unmovable in them, and when he hath once entertained them, ought to be steadfast and unmovable in them, cc c-crq pns31 vhz a-acp vvn pno32, pi pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp pno32, (16) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 176
2848 and not suffer himself to be whiffled out of them, by any insignificant noise about the Infallibility of a Visible Church; and not suffer himself to be whiffled out of them, by any insignificant noise about the Infallibility of a Visible Church; cc xx vvi px31 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f pno32, p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 176
2849 much less ought he to be moved by any Man's uncharitableness and positiveness, in damning all that are not of his Mind. much less ought he to be moved by any Man's uncharitableness and positiveness, in damning all that Are not of his Mind. av-d av-dc vmd pns31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d ng1 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg d cst vbr xx pp-f po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 176
2850 There are some things so very plain, not only in Scripture, but to the common Reason of Mankind, that no subtilty of Discourse, no pretended Authority, There Are Some things so very plain, not only in Scripture, but to the Common Reason of Mankind, that no subtlety of Discourse, no pretended authority, pc-acp vbr d n2 av av j, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst dx n1 pp-f n1, dx j-vvn n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2851 or even Infallibility of any Church, ought to stagger us in the least about them; or even Infallibility of any Church, ought to stagger us in the least about them; cc av n1 pp-f d n1, pi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt ds p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2852 as that we ought not, or cannot believe any thing in direct contradiction to Sense and Reason; as that we ought not, or cannot believe any thing in Direct contradiction to Sense and Reason; c-acp cst pns12 vmd xx, cc vmbx vvi d n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2853 that the People ought to Read and Study the Holy Scriptures, and to serve God and pray to him in a Language which they understand; that the People ought to Read and Study the Holy Scriptures, and to serve God and pray to him in a Language which they understand; cst dt n1 vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvb dt j n2, cc pc-acp vvi np1 cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb; (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2854 that they ought to receive the Sacrament as our Saviour instituted and appointed it, that is, in both kinds; that they ought to receive the Sacrament as our Saviour instituted and appointed it, that is, in both Kinds; cst pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 vvn cc vvn pn31, cst vbz, p-acp d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2855 that it can neither be our Duty, nor Lawful to do that which God hath forbidden; that it can neither be our Duty, nor Lawful to do that which God hath forbidden; cst pn31 vmb av-dx vbi po12 n1, ccx j pc-acp vdi d r-crq np1 vhz vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2856 as he hath done the Worship of Images in the Second Commandment, as plainly as words can do it. as he hath done the Worship of Images in the Second Commandment, as plainly as words can do it. c-acp pns31 vhz vdn dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp av-j c-acp n2 vmb vdi pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2857 Upon any one of these Points, a Man would fix his foot, and stand alone against the whole World. Upon any one of these Points, a Man would fix his foot, and stand alone against the Whole World. p-acp d crd pp-f d n2, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc vvb av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 176
2858 4. Another Degree of Apostasie is, a departure from the Purity of the Christian Doctrine and Worship, in a gross and notorious manner. 4. another Degree of Apostasy is, a departure from the Purity of the Christian Doctrine and Worship, in a gross and notorious manner. crd j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2859 This is a partial, tho not a total Apostasie from the Christian Religion; This is a partial, though not a total Apostasy from the Christian Religion; d vbz dt j, cs xx dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2860 and there have been, and still are some in the World, who are justly Charged with this degree of Apostasie from Religion; and there have been, and still Are Some in the World, who Are justly Charged with this degree of Apostasy from Religion; cc pc-acp vhi vbn, cc av vbr d p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr av-j vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2861 namely such, as tho they retain and profess the Belief of all the Articles of the Christian Faith, namely such, as though they retain and profess the Belief of all the Articles of the Christian Faith, av d, c-acp cs pns32 vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2862 and Worship the only true God, and him whom he hath sent, Jesus Christ; yet have greatly perverted the Christian Religion, by superinducing, and adding new Articles of Faith, and Worship the only true God, and him whom he hath sent, jesus christ; yet have greatly perverted the Christian Religion, by superinducing, and adding new Articles of Faith, cc vvb dt j j np1, cc pno31 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, np1 np1; av vhb av-j vvn dt njp n1, p-acp vvg, cc vvg j n2 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2863 and gross Corruptions, and Superstitions in Worship, and imposing upon Men the Belief and Practice of these, as necessary to Salvation. and gross Corruptions, and Superstitions in Worship, and imposing upon Men the Belief and Practice of these, as necessary to Salvation. cc j n2, cc n2 p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, c-acp j p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2864 And St. Paul is my Warrant for this Censure, who chargeth those who added to the Christian Religion, the Necessity of Circumcision, And Saint Paul is my Warrant for this Censure, who charges those who added to the Christian Religion, the Necessity of Circumcision, cc n1 np1 vbz po11 vvb p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz d r-crq vvd p-acp dt njp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2865 and observing the Law of Moses, and thereby perverted the Gospel of Christ, as guilty in some degree of Apostasie from Christianity; and observing the Law of Moses, and thereby perverted the Gospel of christ, as guilty in Some degree of Apostasy from Christianity; cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2866 for he calls it, preaching another Gospel, Gal. 1. 7, 8. There be some that trouble you, for he calls it, preaching Another Gospel, Gal. 1. 7, 8. There be Some that trouble you, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, vvg j-jn n1, np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbi d cst vvb pn22, (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2867 and would pervert the Gospel of Christ; and would pervert the Gospel of christ; cc vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2868 but tho we, or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel to you, than that which we have preached, let him be accursed. but though we, or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel to you, than that which we have preached, let him be accursed. cc-acp cs pns12, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb d j-jn n1 p-acp pn22, cs d r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, vvb pno31 vbi vvn. (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2869 And those who were seduced by these Teachers, he chargeth them with having in some sort quitted the Gospel of Christ, And those who were seduced by these Teachers, he charges them with having in Some sort quit the Gospel of christ, cc d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vhg p-acp d n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2870 and embraced another Gospel, V. 6. I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the Grace of Christ, unto another Gospel: and embraced Another Gospel, V. 6. I marvel that you Are so soon removed from him that called you into the Grace of christ, unto Another Gospel: cc vvd j-jn n1, n1 crd pns11 vvb cst pn22 vbr av av vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j-jn n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2871 So that they who thus pervert and corrupt the Christian Doctrine or Worship, are plainly guilty of a partial Apostasie from Christianity; So that they who thus pervert and corrupt the Christian Doctrine or Worship, Are plainly guilty of a partial Apostasy from Christianity; av cst pns32 r-crq av vvi cc vvi dt njp n1 cc n1, vbr av-j j pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2872 and they who quit the purity of the Christian Doctrine and Worship, and go over to the Communion of those who have thus perverted Christianity, are in a most dangerous state, and they who quit the purity of the Christian Doctrine and Worship, and go over to the Communion of those who have thus perverted Christianity, Are in a most dangerous state, cc pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 cc n1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vhb av vvn np1, vbr p-acp dt av-ds j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2873 and in the Judgment of St. Paul, are in some sort removed unto another Gospel. I shall now proceed, in the III. and in the Judgement of Saint Paul, Are in Some sort removed unto Another Gospel. I shall now proceed, in the III. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, vbr p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1. pns11 vmb av vvi, p-acp dt np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 176
2874 Place, to consider the Heinousness of this Sin. And it will appear to be very Heinous, Place, to Consider the Heinousness of this Sin. And it will appear to be very Heinous, n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d np1 cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2875 if we consider, what an affront it is to God, and how great a contempt of him; if we Consider, what an affront it is to God, and how great a contempt of him; cs pns12 vvb, q-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1, cc c-crq j dt n1 pp-f pno31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2876 when God hath revealed his will to Mankind, and sent no less Person than his own Son out of his own Bosom to do it, when God hath revealed his will to Mankind, and sent no less Person than his own Son out of his own Bosom to do it, c-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd dx dc n1 cs po31 d n1 av pp-f po31 d n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2877 and hath given such Testimonies to him from Heaven, by signs and wonders, and divers miracles and gifts of the Holy Ghost; and hath given such Testimonies to him from Heaven, by Signs and wonders, and diverse Miracles and Gifts of the Holy Ghost; cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n2 cc n2, cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2878 when he hath transmitted down to us, so Faithful a Record of this Revelation, and of the Miracles wrought to confirm it, in the Books of the Holy Scriptures, when he hath transmitted down to us, so Faithful a Record of this Revelation, and of the Miracles wrought to confirm it, in the Books of the Holy Scriptures, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12, av j dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f dt n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2879 and when we our selves have so often declared our firm belief of this Revelation; and when we our selves have so often declared our firm belief of this Revelation; cc c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vhb av av vvn po12 j n1 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2880 yet after all this to fall from it, and deny it, or any part of it, yet After all this to fallen from it, and deny it, or any part of it, av p-acp d d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi pn31, cc d n1 pp-f pn31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2881 or to embrace Doctrines and Practices plainly contrary to it: or to embrace Doctrines and Practices plainly contrary to it: cc pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 av-j j-jn p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2882 This certainly cannot be done without the greatest affront and contempt of the Testimonies of God himself; This Certainly cannot be done without the greatest affront and contempt of the Testimonies of God himself; d av-j vmbx vbi vdn p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 px31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2883 for it is in effect, and by interpretation, to declare, that either we do not believe what God says, for it is in Effect, and by Interpretation, to declare, that either we do not believe what God Says, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, cst d pns12 vdb xx vvi r-crq np1 vvz, (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2884 or that we do not fear what he can do. or that we do not Fear what he can do. cc cst pns12 vdb xx vvi r-crq pns31 vmb vdi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2885 So St. John tells us, 1 Ep. 5. 10. He that believeth not God, hath made him a Lyar, So Saint John tells us, 1 Epistle 5. 10. He that Believeth not God, hath made him a Liar, av n1 np1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz xx np1, vhz vvn pno31 dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2886 because he believeth not the record which God hath given of his Son. Because he Believeth not the record which God hath given of his Son. c-acp pns31 vvz xx dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1 (16) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 176
2887 And all along in this Epistle to the Hebrews, the Apostle sets himself to aggravate this Sin; And all along in this Epistle to the Hebrews, the Apostle sets himself to aggravate this since; cc d a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt np2, dt n1 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2888 calling it an Evil Heart of unbelief, to depart from the living God, Ch. 3 12. And he frequently calls it so, NONLATINALPHABET, calling it an Evil Heart of unbelief, to depart from the living God, Christ 3 12. And he frequently calls it so,, vvg pn31 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg np1, np1 crd crd cc pns31 av-j vvz pn31 av,, (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2889 and by way of eminency, as being of all Sins the greatest and most heinous. and by Way of eminency, as being of all Sins the greatest and most heinous. cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbg pp-f d n2 dt js cc av-ds j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2890 Ch. 10. 26. If we sin willfully, after we have received the knowledge of the Truth. Christ 10. 26. If we sin wilfully, After we have received the knowledge of the Truth. np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb av-j, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2891 That the Apostle here speaks of the Sin of Apostasie, is plain from the whole scope of his discourse; That the Apostle Here speaks of the since of Apostasy, is plain from the Whole scope of his discourse; cst dt n1 av vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2892 for having exhorted them before, v. 23. to hold fast the Profession of their Faith without wavering, not forsaking the assembling of themselves together, he immediately adds, for if we sin willfully, for having exhorted them before, v. 23. to hold fast the Profession of their Faith without wavering, not forsaking the assembling of themselves together, he immediately adds, for if we sin wilfully, c-acp vhg vvn pno32 a-acp, n1 crd pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp vvg, xx vvg dt vvg pp-f px32 av, pns31 av-j vvz, c-acp cs pns12 vvb av-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2893 after we have received the knowledge of the Truth; that is, if we fall off from Christianity, after we have embraced it. After we have received the knowledge of the Truth; that is, if we fallen off from Christianity, After we have embraced it. c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cst vbz, cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp np1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2894 And, Ch. 12 1. let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily besets us; And, Christ 12 1. let us lay aside every weight, and the since which so Easily besets us; np1, np1 crd crd vvb pno12 vvi av d n1, cc dt n1 r-crq av av-j vvz pno12; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2895 that is, the great Sin of Apostasie from Religion; to which they were then so strongly tempted by that fierce Persecution which attended it; that is, the great since of Apostasy from Religion; to which they were then so strongly tempted by that fierce Persecution which attended it; cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av av av-j vvn p-acp d j n1 r-crq vvd pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2896 and therefore he adds, let us run with patience the race which is set before us; and Therefore he adds, let us run with patience the raze which is Set before us; cc av pns31 vvz, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2897 that is, let us arm our selves with patience against the Sufferings we are like to meet with in our Christian course. that is, let us arm our selves with patience against the Sufferings we Are like to meet with in our Christian course. cst vbz, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po12 np1 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2898 To oppose the Truth, and resist the clear Evidence of it, is a great Sin, and Men are justly condemned for it. To oppose the Truth, and resist the clear Evidence of it, is a great since, and Men Are justly condemned for it. p-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dt j n1, cc n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2899 John 3. 19. This is the condemnation, that light is come into the World, and men loved darkness rather than light. John 3. 19. This is the condemnation, that Light is come into the World, and men loved darkness rather than Light. np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1, cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vvd n1 av-c cs vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2900 But to desert the Truth, after we have been convinced of it, to fall off from the Profession of it, after we have embraced it; But to desert the Truth, After we have been convinced of it, to fallen off from the Profession of it, After we have embraced it; p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vbn vvn pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2901 is a much greater Sin. Opposition to the Truth, may proceed in a great measure from ignorance and prejudice, which is a great extenuation; is a much greater Sin. Opposition to the Truth, may proceed in a great measure from ignorance and prejudice, which is a great extenuation; vbz dt d jc np1 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2902 and therefore St. Paul tells us, that after all his violent Persecution of Christianity, he found Mercy, because he did it ignorantly and in unbelief. and Therefore Saint Paul tells us, that After all his violent Persecution of Christianity, he found Mercy, Because he did it ignorantly and in unbelief. cc av n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst p-acp d po31 j n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd n1, c-acp pns31 vdd pn31 av-j cc p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2903 To revolt from the Truth, after we have made profession of it; after we have known the way of righteousness, to turn from the holy commandment; this is the great aggravation. To revolt from the Truth, After we have made profession of it; After we have known the Way of righteousness, to turn from the holy Commandment; this is the great aggravation. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn n1 pp-f pn31; p-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1; d vbz dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2904 The Apostle makes wilfulness, an usual ingredient into the Sin of Apostasie, if we sin wilfully, after we have received the knowledge of the Truth. The Apostle makes wilfulness, an usual ingredient into the since of Apostasy, if we sin wilfully, After we have received the knowledge of the Truth. dt n1 vvz n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vvb av-j, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 176
2905 And as this Sin is one of the greatest affronts to God, so it is the highest and most effectual disparagement of Religion; And as this since is one of the greatest affronts to God, so it is the highest and most effectual disparagement of Religion; cc p-acp d n1 vbz pi pp-f dt js vvz p-acp np1, av pn31 vbz dt js cc av-ds j n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2906 for it is not so much considered, what the Enemies of Religion speak against it, because they speak evil of the things which they know not, and of which they have had no Tryal and Experience; for it is not so much considered, what the Enemies of Religion speak against it, Because they speak evil of the things which they know not, and of which they have had no Trial and Experience; p-acp pn31 vbz xx av av-d vvn, r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp pn31, c-acp pns32 vvb j-jn pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb xx, cc pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb vhn dx n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2907 but he that falls off from Religion, after he hath made profession of it, declares to the World, that he hath tryed it, and dislikes it; but he that falls off from Religion, After he hath made profession of it, declares to the World, that he hath tried it, and dislikes it; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f pn31, vvz p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pn31, cc vvz pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2908 and pretends to leave it, because he hath not found that Truth and Goodness in it which he expected; and pretends to leave it, Because he hath not found that Truth and goodness in it which he expected; cc vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 r-crq pns31 vvd; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2909 and upon long experience of it, sees reason to prefer another Religion before it: and upon long experience of it, sees reason to prefer Another Religion before it: cc p-acp j n1 pp-f pn31, vvz n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2910 So that nothing can be more despiteful to Religion than this, and more likely to bring it into contempt; So that nothing can be more despiteful to Religion than this, and more likely to bring it into contempt; av cst pix vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp n1 cs d, cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2911 and therefore the Apostle ( v. 29. of this Chapter) calls it a trampling under foot the Son of God, and Therefore the Apostle (v. 29. of this Chapter) calls it a trampling under foot the Son of God, cc av dt n1 (n1 crd pp-f d n1) vvz pn31 dt vvg p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2912 and making the Blood of the Covenant a profane thing, and offering despite to the Spirit of Grace: and making the Blood of the Covenant a profane thing, and offering despite to the Spirit of Grace: cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt j n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2913 for we cannot put a greater Scorn upon the Son of God, who revealed this Doctrine to the World; for we cannot put a greater Scorn upon the Son of God, who revealed this Doctrine to the World; c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2914 nor upon his Blood, which was shed to confirm and seal the Truth of it; nor upon his Blood, which was shed to confirm and seal the Truth of it; ccx p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2915 and upon the Holy Ghost, who came down in miraculous Gifts, to give Testimony to it; and upon the Holy Ghost, who Come down in miraculous Gifts, to give Testimony to it; cc p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2916 than notwithstanding all this, to renounce this Doctrine, and to forsake this Religion. than notwithstanding all this, to renounce this Doctrine, and to forsake this Religion. cs p-acp d d, pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2917 But we shall yet farther see the heinousness of this Sin, in the terrible Punishment it exposeth Men to; which was the But we shall yet farther see the heinousness of this since, in the terrible Punishment it exposeth Men to; which was the cc-acp pns12 vmb av jc vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vvz n2 p-acp; r-crq vbds dt (16) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 176
2918 IV. And Last thing I proposed to consider. IV. And Last thing I proposed to Consider. np1 cc ord n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi. (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2919 And this is represented to us in a most terrible manner, not only in this Epistle, And this is represented to us in a most terrible manner, not only in this Epistle, cc d vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, xx av-j p-acp d n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2920 but in other Places of Scripture. but in other Places of Scripture. cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2921 This Sin is placed in the highest rank of pardonable Sins, and next to the Sin against the Holy Ghost, which our Saviour declares to be absolutely unpardonable. This since is placed in the highest rank of pardonable Sins, and next to the since against the Holy Ghost, which our Saviour declares to be absolutely unpardonable. d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f j n2, cc ord p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vbi av-j j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2922 And indeed the Scripture speaks very doubtfully of the pardonableness of this Sin, as being near akin to that against the Holy Ghost, being said to be an Offering despite to the Spirit of Grace. And indeed the Scripture speaks very doubtfully of the pardonableness of this since, as being near akin to that against the Holy Ghost, being said to be an Offering despite to the Spirit of Grace. cc av dt n1 vvz av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp vbg av-j j p-acp d p-acp dt j n1, vbg vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2923 In the 6th Chapter of this Epistle, V. 4, 5, 6. the Apostle speaks in a very severe manner, concerning the state of those, who had apostatized from Christianity, In the 6th Chapter of this Epistle, V. 4, 5, 6. the Apostle speaks in a very severe manner, Concerning the state of those, who had apostatized from Christianity, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, n1 crd, crd, crd dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j j n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vhd vvn p-acp np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2924 after the solemn Profession of it in Baptism, it is impossible for those who were once enlightned (that is baptized) and have tasted of the Heavenly Gift, (that is Regeneration) and were made Partakers of the Holy Ghost, After the solemn Profession of it in Baptism, it is impossible for those who were once enlightened (that is baptised) and have tasted of the Heavenly Gift, (that is Regeneration) and were made Partakers of the Holy Ghost, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j p-acp d r-crq vbdr a-acp vvn (cst vbz vvn) cc vhb vvn pp-f dt j n1, (cst vbz n1) cc vbdr vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2925 and have tasted the good Word of God, and the Powers of the World to come, (that is, have been instructed in the Christan Religion, and have tasted the good Word of God, and the Powers of the World to come, (that is, have been instructed in the Christian Religion, cc vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (cst vbz, vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt njp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2926 and endowed with the miraculous Powers of the Gospel-Age, (for the Jews used to call the Age of the Messias, Seculum Futurum, or the World to come) it is impossible for those to be renewed again unto repentance; and endowed with the miraculous Powers of the Gospel-age, (for the jews used to call the Age of the Messias, Seculum Future, or the World to come) it is impossible for those to be renewed again unto Repentance; cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (c-acp dt np2 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1, fw-la np1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi) pn31 vbz j p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2927 where the least we can understand, by impossible, is, that it is extreamly difficult; for so the word impossible is sometimes used; where the least we can understand, by impossible, is, that it is extremely difficult; for so the word impossible is sometime used; c-crq dt ds pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp j, vbz, cst pn31 vbz av-jn j; c-acp av dt n1 j vbz av vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2928 as when our Saviour says, it is impossible for a rich Man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. as when our Saviour Says, it is impossible for a rich Man to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. c-acp c-crq po12 n1 vvz, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2929 And, Ch. 10. 26. the Apostle speaking of the same thing, says, if we sin willfully, after we have received the knowledge of the Truth, there remains no more Sacrifice for sins; And, Christ 10. 26. the Apostle speaking of the same thing, Says, if we sin wilfully, After we have received the knowledge of the Truth, there remains no more Sacrifice for Sins; cc, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvg pp-f dt d n1, vvz, cs pns12 vvb av-j, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2930 that is, they who renounce Christianity, since they reject the only way of expiation, there remains no more Sacrifice for their Sins. that is, they who renounce Christianity, since they reject the only Way of expiation, there remains no more Sacrifice for their Sins. cst vbz, pns32 r-crq vvb np1, c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp po32 n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 176
2931 St. Peter likewise expresseth himself very severely concerning this sort of Persons, 2 Epist. 2. 20, 21. For if after they have escaped the Pollutions of the World, through the Knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; Saint Peter likewise Expresses himself very severely Concerning this sort of Persons, 2 Epistle 2. 20, 21. For if After they have escaped the Pollutions of the World, through the Knowledge of the Lord and Saviour jesus christ; n1 np1 av vvz px31 av av-j vvg d n1 pp-f n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp cs a-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 np1 np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2932 (that is, after they have been brought from Heathenism to Christianity) they are entangled therein again, and overcome; (that is, After they have been brought from Heathenism to Christianity) they Are entangled therein again, and overcome; (cst vbz, c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1) pns32 vbr vvn av av, cc vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2933 the latter end is worse with them than the beginning. the latter end is Worse with them than the beginning. dt d n1 vbz jc p-acp pno32 cs dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2934 He seems loth to say, how sad the Condition of such Persons is, but this he tells them, that it is much worse than when they were Heathens before; He seems loath to say, how sad the Condition of such Persons is, but this he tells them, that it is much Worse than when they were heathens before; pns31 vvz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq j dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz, cc-acp d pns31 vvz pno32, cst pn31 vbz av-d jc cs c-crq pns32 vbdr n2-jn p-acp; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2935 and he gives the Reason, for it had been better for them, not to have known the way of Righteousness, and he gives the Reason, for it had been better for them, not to have known the Way of Righteousness, cc pns31 vvz dt n1, p-acp pn31 vhd vbn jc p-acp pno32, xx pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2936 than after they have known it, to turn from the Holy Commandment delivered unto them. than After they have known it, to turn from the Holy Commandment Delivered unto them. cs c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pn31, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2937 And St. John calls this Sin of Apostasie, the Sin vnto Death; and tho he do not forbid Christians to pray for them that are guilty of it; And Saint John calls this since of Apostasy, the since unto Death; and though he do not forbid Christians to pray for them that Are guilty of it; cc n1 np1 vvz d n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp n1; cc cs pns31 vdb xx vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr j pp-f pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2938 yet he will not say, that they should pray for them. 1 Epist. 5. 16. If any Man see his Brother sin a Sin, which is not unto Death, he shall ask, yet he will not say, that they should pray for them. 1 Epistle 5. 16. If any Man see his Brother since a since, which is not unto Death, he shall ask, av pns31 vmb xx vvi, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno32. crd np1 crd crd cs d n1 vvi po31 n1 n1 dt n1, r-crq vbz xx p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2939 and he shall give him Life, for them that sin not unto Death; and he shall give him Life, for them that sin not unto Death; cc pns31 vmb vvi pno31 n1, p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2940 there is a sin unto Death, I do not say, that he shall pray for it. there is a since unto Death, I do not say, that he shall pray for it. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2941 Now that by this sin unto Death, the Apostle means Apostasie from the Christian Religion to Idolatry, is most probable from what follows, Verse 18. we know that whosoever is born of God sinneth not, (that is this Sin unto Death) but he that is begotten of God keepeth himself, Now that by this since unto Death, the Apostle means Apostasy from the Christian Religion to Idolatry, is most probable from what follows, Verse 18. we know that whosoever is born of God Sinneth not, (that is this since unto Death) but he that is begotten of God Keepeth himself, av cst p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-ds j p-acp r-crq vvz, vvb crd pns12 vvb d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx, (cst vbz d n1 p-acp n1) p-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz px31, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2942 and the wicked one toucheth him not, (that is, he is preserved from Idolatry, and the wicked one touches him not, (that is, he is preserved from Idolatry, cc dt j pi vvz pno31 xx, (cst vbz, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2943 unto which the Devil had seduced so great a part of Mankind) and we know that we are of God, unto which the devil had seduced so great a part of Mankind) and we know that we Are of God, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn av j dt n1 pp-f n1) cc pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2944 and the whole World, NONLATINALPHABET, is under the dominion of that wicked one; and the Whole World,, is under the dominion of that wicked one; cc dt j-jn n1,, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j pi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2945 ( viz. the Devil, whom the Scripture elsewhere calls the God of this World;) and we know that the Son of God is come, (viz. the devil, whom the Scripture elsewhere calls the God of this World;) and we know that the Son of God is come, (n1 dt n1, ro-crq dt n1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1;) cc pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2946 and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, (that is, hath brought us from the Worship of false Gods, to the knowledge and Worship of the true God) and then he concludes, little Children, keep your selves from Idols; and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, (that is, hath brought us from the Worship of false God's, to the knowledge and Worship of the true God) and then he concludes, little Children, keep your selves from Idols; cc vhz vvn pno12 dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 cst vbz j, (cst vbz, vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1) cc av pns31 vvz, j n2, vvb po22 n2 p-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2947 which caution hath no manner of dependence upon what went before, unless we understand the Sin unto Death, in this Sense; which caution hath no manner of dependence upon what went before, unless we understand the since unto Death, in this Sense; r-crq n1 vhz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2948 and it is the more probable, that it is so to be understood, because Apostasie is so often in this Epistle to the Hebrews, called the Sin, by way of Eminency, and it is the more probable, that it is so to be understood, Because Apostasy is so often in this Epistle to the Hebrews, called the since, by Way of Eminency, cc pn31 vbz dt av-dc j, cst pn31 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp n1 vbz av av p-acp d n1 p-acp dt np2, vvn dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2949 as it is here, by St. John, whosoever is born of God sinneth not. as it is Here, by Saint John, whosoever is born of God Sinneth not. c-acp pn31 vbz av, p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx. (16) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 176
2950 So that at the very best, the Scripture speaks doubtfully of the pardon of this sin; So that At the very best, the Scripture speaks doubtfully of the pardon of this since; av cst p-acp dt av js, dt n1 vvz av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2951 however, that the punishment of it, unrepented of, shall be very dreadful. however, that the punishment of it, unrepented of, shall be very dreadful. c-acp, cst dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 pp-f, vmb vbi av j. (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2952 It seems to be mildly exprest here in the Text, If any man draw back, my Soul shall have no pleasure in him: It seems to be mildly expressed Here in the Text, If any man draw back, my Soul shall have no pleasure in him: pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi av-j vvn av p-acp dt n1, cs d n1 vvb av, po11 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31: (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2953 But it is the more severe for being exprest so mildly, according to the intention of the Figure here used; But it is the more severe for being expressed so mildly, according to the intention of the Figure Here used; p-acp pn31 vbz dt av-dc j p-acp vbg vvn av av-j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2954 and therefore in the next words, this expression of Gods taking no pleasure in such Persons, is explained by their utter Ruin and Perdition; and Therefore in the next words, this expression of God's taking no pleasure in such Persons, is explained by their utter Ruin and Perdition; cc av p-acp dt ord n2, d n1 pp-f n2 vvg dx n1 p-acp d n2, vbz vvn p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2955 But we are not of them that draw back unto Perdition. And in several parts of this Epistle, there are very severe passages to this purpose; But we Are not of them that draw back unto Perdition. And in several parts of this Epistle, there Are very severe passages to this purpose; p-acp pns12 vbr xx pp-f pno32 cst vvb av p-acp n1. cc p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, a-acp vbr av j n2 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2956 Ch. 2. 2, 3. If the word spoken by Angels, was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence of reward, Christ 2. 2, 3. If the word spoken by Angels, was steadfast, and every Transgression and disobedience received a just recompense of reward, np1 crd crd, crd cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, vbds j, cc d n1 cc n1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2957 how shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation? And Ch. 10. 26, 27. If we sin willfully, how shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation? And Christ 10. 26, 27. If we sin wilfully, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cs pns12 vvb av j n1? cc np1 crd crd, crd cs pns12 vvb av-j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2958 after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more Sacrifice for sin; After we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remains no more Sacrifice for since; c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vvz av-dx dc n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2959 but a certain fearful looking for of judgment, and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversary: but a certain fearful looking for of judgement, and fiery Indignation, which shall devour the adversary: cc-acp dt j j vvg p-acp pp-f n1, cc j n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2960 he that dispised Moses law, dyed without mercy, under two or three witnesses; he that despised Moses law, died without mercy, under two or three Witnesses; pns31 cst vvd np1 n1, vvd p-acp n1, p-acp crd cc crd n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2961 of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, that hath trodden under foot the Son of God! &c. For we know him who hath said, Vengeance is mine, I will recompence, saith the Lord: of how much Sorer punishment, suppose you, shall he be Thought worthy, that hath trodden under foot the Son of God! etc. For we know him who hath said, Vengeance is mine, I will recompense, Says the Lord: pp-f q-crq d jc n1, vvb pn22, vmb pns31 vbi vvn j, cst vhz vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 r-crq vhz vvn, n1 vbz png11, pns11 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2962 And again, The Lord shall judge his People; it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. And again, The Lord shall judge his People; it is a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the living God. cc av, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2963 What can be more severe and terrible than these expressions? What can be more severe and terrible than these expressions? q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cc j cs d n2? (16) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 176
2964 I will mention but one Text more, and that is Rev. 21. 8. where in the Catalogue of great Sinners, those who Apostatize from Religion, out of fear, do lead the Van; I will mention but one Text more, and that is Rev. 21. 8. where in the Catalogue of great Sinners, those who Apostatise from Religion, out of Fear, do led the Van; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc, cc d vbz n1 crd crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, d r-crq vvi p-acp n1, av pp-f n1, vdb vvi dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 176
2965 He that overcometh shall inherit all things, (which is elsewhere in this Book exprest, by continuing faithful unto the Death.) He that overcometh, shall inherit all things; He that Overcometh shall inherit all things, (which is elsewhere in this Book expressed, by Continuing faithful unto the Death.) He that Overcometh, shall inherit all things; pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi d n2, (r-crq vbz av p-acp d n1 vvn, p-acp vvg j p-acp dt n1.) pns31 cst vvz, vmb vvi d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 176
2966 and I will be his God, and he shall be my Son; and I will be his God, and he shall be my Son; cc pns11 vmb vbi po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi po11 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 176
2967 but the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all lyars, shall have their part in the lake, which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second death. but the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and Idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake, which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death. cc-acp dt j, cc vvg, cc dt j, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc d n2, vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt ord n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 176
2968 The fearful, and unbelievers, and lyars; The fearful, and unbelievers, and liars; dt j, cc n2, cc n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 176
2969 that is, they who out of fear relapse into infidelity, and abide not in the Truth, shall be reckoned in the first rank of Offenders, and be punished accordingly. that is, they who out of Fear relapse into infidelity, and abide not in the Truth, shall be reckoned in the First rank of Offenders, and be punished accordingly. cst vbz, pns32 r-crq av pp-f n1 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb xx p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n2, cc vbi vvn av-vvg. (16) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 176
2970 And thus I have done with the Four things I propounded to speak to, from these words; the Nature of Apostasie; And thus I have done with the Four things I propounded to speak to, from these words; the Nature of Apostasy; cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt crd n2 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp d n2; dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 176
2971 the several steps and degrees of it; the heinous Nature of this Sin; the danger of it, and the terrible punishment in exposeth Men to. the several steps and Degrees of it; the heinous Nature of this since; the danger of it, and the terrible punishment in exposeth Men to. dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; dt j n1 pp-f d n1; dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt j n1 p-acp vvz n2 p-acp. (16) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 176
2972 And is there any need now, to exhort men to hold fast the profession of Faith, And is there any need now, to exhort men to hold fast the profession of Faith, cc vbz pc-acp d n1 av, pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2973 when the danger of drawing back is so evident, and so terrible? or is there any reason and occasion for it? Certainly there is no great danger amongst us, of Mens Apostatizing from Christianity, when the danger of drawing back is so evident, and so terrible? or is there any reason and occasion for it? Certainly there is no great danger among us, of Mens Apostatizing from Christianity, c-crq dt n1 pp-f vvg av vbz av j, cc av j? cc vbz pc-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31? av-j a-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp pno12, pp-f np1 vvg p-acp np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2974 and turning Jews, or Turks, or Heathens; I do not think there is; but yet for all that, we are not free from the danger of Apostasie; and turning jews, or Turks, or heathens; I do not think there is; but yet for all that, we Are not free from the danger of Apostasy; cc vvg np2, cc n2, cc n2-jn; pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbz; cc-acp av c-acp d d, pns12 vbr xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2975 there is great danger, not of Mens Apostatizing from one Religion to another, but from Religion to Infidelity, and Atheism; there is great danger, not of Mens Apostatizing from one Religion to Another, but from Religion to Infidelity, and Atheism; pc-acp vbz j n1, xx pp-f np1 vvg p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2976 and of this worst kind of Apostasie of all other, I wish the Age we live in, had not afforded us too many instances. and of this worst kind of Apostasy of all other, I wish the Age we live in, had not afforded us too many instances. cc pp-f d js n1 pp-f n1 pp-f d n-jn, pns11 vvb dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, vhd xx vvn pno12 av d n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2977 It is greatly to be lamented, that among those who have profest Christianity, any should be found, that should make it their endeavour to undermine the great Principles of all Religion; It is greatly to be lamented, that among those who have professed Christianity, any should be found, that should make it their endeavour to undermine the great Principles of all Religion; pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cst p-acp d r-crq vhb vvn np1, d vmd vbi vvn, cst vmd vvi pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2978 the Belief of a God, and his Providence; and of the Immortality of the Souls of Men; the Belief of a God, and his Providence; and of the Immortality of the Souls of Men; dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc po31 n1; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2979 and a state of Rewards and Punishments after this Life; and a state of Rewards and Punishments After this Life; cc dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2980 and to bring the most serious matters in the World into contempt, and to turn them into jest and raillery; and to bring the most serious matters in the World into contempt, and to turn them into jest and raillery; cc pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2981 this is not only a Renouncing of Christianity, the Religion which God hath revealed, but even of the Religion which is born with us, this is not only a Renouncing of Christianity, the Religion which God hath revealed, but even of the Religion which is born with us, d vbz xx av-j dt vvg pp-f np1, dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, cc-acp av pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2982 and the Principles and Notions which God hath planted in every Man's Mind; and the Principles and Notions which God hath planted in every Man's Mind; cc dt n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d ng1 n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2983 this is an Impiety of the First Magnitude, and not to be mentioned without grief and horror; this is an Impiety of the First Magnitude, and not to be mentioned without grief and horror; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2984 and this, it is to be feared, hath had a great hand in those great Calamities which our eyes have seen; and this, it is to be feared, hath had a great hand in those great Calamities which our eyes have seen; cc d, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vhz vhn dt j n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2985 and I pray God, it do not draw down still more and greater Judgments upon this Nation: and I pray God, it do not draw down still more and greater Judgments upon this nation: cc pns11 vvb np1, pn31 vvz xx vvi a-acp av av-dc cc jc n2 p-acp d n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2986 But I hope there are none here that need to be cautioned against this horrible impiety, But I hope there Are none Here that need to be cautioned against this horrible impiety, cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr pix av cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2987 and highest degree of Apostasie from the living God; and highest degree of Apostasy from the living God; cc js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2988 that which People are much more in danger of, is Apostasie from the Purity of the Christian Doctrine and Worship, that which People Are much more in danger of, is Apostasy from the Purity of the Christian Doctrine and Worship, cst r-crq n1 vbr av-d av-dc p-acp n1 pp-f, vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 cc n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2989 so happily recovered by a regular Reformation, and establisht amongst us, by all the Authority that Laws, both Ecclesiastical and Civil, can give it; so happily recovered by a regular Reformation, and established among us, by all the authority that Laws, both Ecclesiastical and Civil, can give it; av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp d dt n1 cst n2, d j cc j, vmb vvi pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2990 and which in Truth is no other than the Ancient and Primitive Christianity; and which in Truth is no other than the Ancient and Primitive Christianity; cc r-crq p-acp n1 vbz dx n-jn cs dt j cc j np1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2991 I say, a defection from this, to those gross Errors and Superstitions, which the Reformation had paired off, and freed us from. I say, a defection from this, to those gross Errors and Superstitions, which the Reformation had paired off, and freed us from. pns11 vvb, dt n1 p-acp d, p-acp d j n2 cc n2, r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn a-acp, cc vvn pno12 p-acp. (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2992 I do not say, that this is a total Apostasie from Christianity; but it is a partial Apostasie and Defection, and a very dangerous one; I do not say, that this is a total Apostasy from Christianity; but it is a partial Apostasy and Defection, and a very dangerous one; pns11 vdb xx vvi, cst d vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1, cc dt j j pi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2993 and that those, who after they have received the knowledge of the truth, fall off from it, into those Errors and Corruptions, are highely guilty before God, and that those, who After they have received the knowledge of the truth, fallen off from it, into those Errors and Corruptions, Are highly guilty before God, cc cst d, r-crq c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb a-acp p-acp pn31, p-acp d n2 cc n2, vbr av-j j p-acp np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2994 and their condition certainly worse, and more dangerous, than of those who where brought up in those Errors and Superstitions, and never knew better; and their condition Certainly Worse, and more dangerous, than of those who where brought up in those Errors and Superstitions, and never knew better; cc po32 n1 av-j av-jc, cc av-dc j, cs pp-f d r-crq c-crq vvn a-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2, cc av-x vvd av-jc; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2995 for there are terrible threatnings in Scripture against those, who fall away from the Truth, which they once embraced, and were convinced of; for there Are terrible threatenings in Scripture against those, who fallen away from the Truth, which they once embraced, and were convinced of; c-acp pc-acp vbr j n2-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d, r-crq vvb av p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 a-acp vvd, cc vbdr vvn pp-f; (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2996 If we sin wilfully, after we have received the knowledge of the truth, &c. and if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him. If we sin wilfully, After we have received the knowledge of the truth, etc. and if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him. cs pns12 vvb av-j, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av cc cs d n1 vvi av, po11 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 176
2997 God considers every Man's Advantages and Opportunities of Knowledge, and their Disadvantages likewise, and makes all reasonable Allowances for them; God considers every Man's Advantages and Opportunities of Knowledge, and their Disadvantages likewise, and makes all reasonable Allowances for them; np1 vvz d ng1 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc po32 n2 av, cc vvz d j n2 p-acp pno32; (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
2998 and for Men to continue in the Errors they have been always brought up in; and for Men to continue in the Errors they have been always brought up in; cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb vbn av vvn a-acp p-acp; (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
2999 or, which comes much to one, in Errors which they were led into by Principles early infused into them, or, which comes much to one, in Errors which they were led into by Principles early infused into them, cc, r-crq vvz d p-acp crd, p-acp n2 r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp n2 av-j vvn p-acp pno32, (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
3000 before they were in any measure competent Judges of those matters; before they were in any measure competent Judges of those matters; c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp d n1 j n2 pp-f d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
3001 I say, for such Persons to continue in these Errors, and to oppose and reject the contrary Truths, against which, by their Education, they have received so strong and violent a Prejudice, this may be in a great degree excusable, I say, for such Persons to continue in these Errors, and to oppose and reject the contrary Truths, against which, by their Education, they have received so strong and violent a Prejudice, this may be in a great degree excusable, pns11 vvb, p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq, p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vhb vvn av j cc j dt n1, d vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
3002 and find Pardon with God, upon a general Repentance for all Sins, both known and unknown; and find Pardon with God, upon a general Repentance for all Sins, both known and unknown; cc vvi n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2, av-d vvn cc j; (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
3003 and cannot be reasonably charged with the Guilt of this great Sin of Apostasie. and cannot be reasonably charged with the Gilded of this great since of Apostasy. cc vmbx vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt j-vvn pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
3004 But not to abide in the Truth, after we have entertain'd and profess'd it, having sufficient Means and Advantages of knowing it, hath no Excuse. But not to abide in the Truth, After we have entertained and professed it, having sufficient Means and Advantages of knowing it, hath no Excuse. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn pn31, vhg j n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg pn31, vhz dx n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 176
3005 I would not be rash in condemning Particular Persons of any Society or Communion of Christians, provided they be sincerely devout, I would not be rash in condemning Particular Persons of any Society or Communion of Christians, provided they be sincerely devout, pns11 vmd xx vbi j p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvd pns32 vbb av-j j, (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3006 and just, and sober, to the best of their Knowledge: and just, and Sobrium, to the best of their Knowledge: cc j, cc j, p-acp dt js pp-f po32 n1: (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3007 I had much rather leave them to God, whose mercies are great, than to pass an uncharitable Censure upon them, I had much rather leave them to God, whose Mercies Are great, than to pass an uncharitable Censure upon them, pns11 vhd av-d av-c vvi pno32 p-acp np1, rg-crq n2 vbr j, cs pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3008 as to their Eternal State and Condition: But the Case is far otherwise, where the Oportunities of Knowledge are afforded to Men, as to their Eternal State and Condition: But the Case is Far otherwise, where the Opportunities of Knowledge Are afforded to Men, c-acp p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1: cc-acp dt n1 vbz av-j av, c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3009 and men love darkness rather than light; and men love darkness rather than Light; cc n2 vvb n1 av-c cs vvi; (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3010 for they who have the Means and Advantages of knowing their Master's will, are answerable to God, for they who have the Means and Advantages of knowing their Masters will, Are answerable to God, p-acp pns32 r-crq vhb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg po32 ng1 n1, vbr j p-acp np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3011 as if they had known it; as if they had known it; c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3012 because if they had not been grosly negligent, and wanting to themselves, they might have known it. Because if they had not been grossly negligent, and wanting to themselves, they might have known it. c-acp cs pns32 vhd xx vbn av-j j, cc vvg p-acp px32, pns32 vmd vhi vvn pn31. (16) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 176
3013 And this I fear is the Case of the generality of those, who have been bred up to years of Consideration and Choice in the Reformed Religion, and forsake it; And this I Fear is the Case of the generality of those, who have been bred up to Years of Consideration and Choice in the Reformed Religion, and forsake it; cc d pns11 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvn n1, cc vvi pn31; (16) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 176
3014 because they do it without sufficient Reason, and there are invincible Objections against it: They do it without sufficient Reason; Because they do it without sufficient Reason, and there Are invincible Objections against it: They do it without sufficient Reason; c-acp pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp pn31: pns32 vdb pn31 p-acp j n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 176
3015 because every one amongst us knows, or may know, upon very little Enquiry, that we hold all the Articles of the Faith, which are contained in the Ancient Creeds of the Christian Church, Because every one among us knows, or may know, upon very little Enquiry, that we hold all the Articles of the Faith, which Are contained in the Ancient Creeds of the Christian Church, c-acp d pi p-acp pno12 vvz, cc vmb vvi, p-acp av j n1, cst pns12 vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 176
3016 and into which all Christians are baptized; that we inculcate upon Men the Necessity of a Good Life, and of sincere Repentance, and into which all Christians Are baptised; that we inculcate upon Men the Necessity of a Good Life, and of sincere Repentance, cc p-acp r-crq d np1 vbr vvn; cst pns12 vvb p-acp n2 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pp-f j n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 176
3017 and perfect Contrition for our Sins, such as is follow'd with real Reformation and Amendment of our Lives; and perfect Contrition for our Sins, such as is followed with real Reformation and Amendment of our Lives; cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2, d c-acp vbz vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 176
3018 and that without this, no Man can be saved by any Device whatsoever. and that without this, no Man can be saved by any Device whatsoever. cc cst p-acp d, dx n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq. (16) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 176
3019 Now what Reason can any Man have, to question whether he may be saved in that Faith which saved the first Christians, Now what Reason can any Man have, to question whither he may be saved in that Faith which saved the First Christians, av r-crq n1 vmb d n1 vhb, pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvd dt ord np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 176
3020 and by believing the Twelve Articles of the Apostles Creed, tho he cannot swallow the Twelve Articles which are added to it in the Creed of Pope Pius IV. every one of which, besides many and great Corruptions and Superstitions in Worship, are so many and invincible Objections against the Communion of the Roman Church, and by believing the Twelve Articles of the Apostles Creed, though he cannot swallow the Twelve Articles which Are added to it in the Creed of Pope Pius IV. every one of which, beside many and great Corruptions and Superstitions in Worship, Are so many and invincible Objections against the Communion of the Roman Church, cc p-acp vvg dt crd n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, cs pns31 vmbx vvi dt crd n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 np1 d crd pp-f r-crq, p-acp d cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, vbr av d cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 176
3021 as I could particularly shew, if it had not been already done, in so many learned Treatises upon this Argument. as I could particularly show, if it had not been already done, in so many learned Treatises upon this Argument. c-acp pns11 vmd av-j vvi, cs pn31 vhd xx vbn av vdn, p-acp av d j n2 p-acp d n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 176
3022 What is there then, that should move any reasonable Man to forsake the Communion of our Church, What is there then, that should move any reasonable Man to forsake the Communion of our Church, q-crq vbz a-acp av, cst vmd vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 176
3023 and to quit the Reformed Religion? There are Three things chiefly with which they endeavour to amuse and affright weaker Minds. and to quit the Reformed Religion? There Are Three things chiefly with which they endeavour to amuse and affright Weaker Minds. cc pc-acp vvi dt vvn n1? pc-acp vbr crd n2 av-jn p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi jc n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 176
3024 1. A great Noise of Infallibility, which they tell us, is so excellent a means to determine and put an end to all Differences. 1. A great Noise of Infallibility, which they tell us, is so excellent a means to determine and put an end to all Differences. crd dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vvb pno12, vbz av j dt n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 176
3025 To which I shall at present only object this Prejudice; To which I shall At present only Object this Prejudice; p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp vvi av-j vvi d n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 176
3026 That there are not wider and hotter Differences among us, about any thing whatsoever, than are amongst them about this admirable means of ending all Differences, That there Are not wider and hotter Differences among us, about any thing whatsoever, than Are among them about this admirable means of ending all Differences, cst a-acp vbr xx jc cc jc n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp d n1 r-crq, cs vbr p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n2 pp-f vvg d n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 176
3027 as, where this Infallibility is feated, that Men may know how to have recourse to it, for the ending of Differences. as, where this Infallibility is feated, that Men may know how to have recourse to it, for the ending of Differences. c-acp, c-crq d n1 vbz vvd, cst n2 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2. (16) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 176
3028 2. They endeavour to fright Men with the danger of Schism. 2. They endeavour to fright Men with the danger of Schism. crd pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 176
3029 But every Man knows, that the Guilt of Schism lies at their Door, who impose sinful Articles of Communion; But every Man knows, that the Gilded of Schism lies At their Door, who impose sinful Articles of Communion; p-acp d n1 vvz, cst dt j-vvn pp-f n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvb j n2 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 176
3030 and not upon them, who for fear of sinning against God, cannot submit to those Articles; and not upon them, who for Fear of sinning against God, cannot submit to those Articles; cc xx p-acp pno32, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, vmbx vvi p-acp d n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 176
3031 which we have done, and are still ready to make good, to be the Case betwixt us and the Church of Rome. But, which we have done, and Are still ready to make good, to be the Case betwixt us and the Church of Room. But, r-crq pns12 vhb vdn, cc vbr av j pc-acp vvi j, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f vvi. p-acp, (16) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 176
3032 3. The terrible Engine of all, is, their positive and confident damning of all that live and die out of the Communion of their Church. 3. The terrible Engine of all, is, their positive and confident damning of all that live and die out of the Communion of their Church. crd dt j n1 pp-f d, vbz, po32 j cc j vvg pp-f d cst vvb cc vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 176
3033 This I have fully spoken to upon another Occasion, and therefore shall only say at present, that every Man ought to have better Thoughts of God, This I have Fully spoken to upon Another Occasion, and Therefore shall only say At present, that every Man ought to have better Thoughts of God, d pns11 vhb av-j vvn p-acp p-acp j-jn n1, cc av vmb av-j vvi p-acp j, cst d n1 vmd pc-acp vhi jc n2 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 176
3034 than to believe, that he, who delighteh not in the death of sinners, and would have all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth, will confirm the Sentence of such uncharitable Men, than to believe, that he, who delighteh not in the death of Sinners, and would have all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth, will confirm the Sentence of such uncharitable Men, cs pc-acp vvi, cst pns31, r-crq vvi xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vmd vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n2, (16) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 176
3035 as take upon them to condemn Men for those things, for which our Saviour in his Gospel condemns no Man. And of all things in the World, one would think, that the Uncharitableness of any Church, should be an Argument to no Man, to run into its Communion. as take upon them to condemn Men for those things, for which our Saviour in his Gospel condemns no Man. And of all things in the World, one would think, that the Uncharitableness of any Church, should be an Argument to no Man, to run into its Communion. c-acp vvb p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dx n1 cc pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, pi vmd vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dx n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 176
3036 I shall conclude with the Apostle's Exhortation, ver. 23. of this Chapter, Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, I shall conclude with the Apostle's Exhortation, ver. 23. of this Chapter, Let us hold fast the profession of our Faith without wavering, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, fw-la. crd pp-f d n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp vvg, (16) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 176
3037 and provoke one another to charity and good works; and provoke one Another to charity and good works; cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp n1 cc j n2; (16) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 176
3038 and so much the more, because the Day approacheth, in which God will judge the faith and lives of men, by Jesus Christ, according to his Gospel. and so much the more, Because the Day Approaches, in which God will judge the faith and lives of men, by jesus christ, according to his Gospel. cc av av-d dt av-dc, c-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp np1 np1, vvg p-acp po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 176
3039 A SERMON, ON MATTH. XVI. 24. Then said Jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, A SERMON, ON MATTHEW. XVI. 24. Then said jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, dt n1, p-acp av. np1. crd av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pno31 vvi px31, (17) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 176
3040 and take up his Cross and follow me. and take up his Cross and follow me. cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11. (17) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 176
3041 THEN said Jesus to his Disciples, That is, upon Occasion of his former Discourse with them, wherein he had acquainted them with his approaching Passion, that he must shortly go up to Jerusalem, and there suffer many things of the Elders and Chief Priests and Scribes, THEN said jesus to his Disciples, That is, upon Occasion of his former Discourse with them, wherein he had acquainted them with his approaching Passion, that he must shortly go up to Jerusalem, and there suffer many things of the Elders and Chief Priests and Scribes, av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, cst vbz, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi a-acp p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f dt n2-jn cc j-jn n2 cc n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 176
3042 and at last be put to Death by them; and At last be put to Death by them; cc p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (17) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 176
3043 then said Jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, then said jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pno31 vvi px31, (17) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 176
3044 and take up his Cross, and follow me. If any man will come after me, or follow me; and take up his Cross, and follow me. If any man will come After me, or follow me; cc vvb a-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pno11. cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cc vvb pno11; (17) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 176
3045 that is, If any man will be my Disciple, and undertake the Profession of my Religion; that is, If any man will be my Disciple, and undertake the Profession of my Religion; cst vbz, cs d n1 vmb vbi po11 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 176
3046 If any man chuse and resolve to be a Christian; he must be so upon these Terms; If any man choose and resolve to be a Christian; he must be so upon these Terms; cs d n1 vvi cc vvb pc-acp vbi dt njp; pns31 vmb vbi av p-acp d n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 176
3047 he must deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me: He must follow me in Self-denyal and Suffering. he must deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me: He must follow me in Self-denial and Suffering. pns31 vmb vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11: pns31 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n1 cc vvg. (17) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 176
3048 In the handling of these Words, I shall do these Four things. I. In the handling of these Words, I shall do these Four things. I. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, pns11 vmb vdi d crd n2. pns11. (17) sermon (DIV1) 554 Image 176
3049 I shall consider the way and method which our Saviour useth in making Proselytes, and gaining Men over to his Religion: I shall Consider the Way and method which our Saviour uses in making Proselytes, and gaining Men over to his Religion: pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp vvg n2, cc vvg n2 a-acp p-acp po31 n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 555 Image 176
3050 He offers no manner of Force and Violence to compel them to the Profession of his Religion; He offers no manner of Force and Violence to compel them to the Profession of his Religion; pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 555 Image 176
3051 but fairly offers it to their Consideration and Choice, and tells them plainly upon what terms they must be his Disciples; but fairly offers it to their Consideration and Choice, and tells them plainly upon what terms they must be his Disciples; cc-acp av-j vvz pn31 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, cc vvz pno32 av-j p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vmb vbi po31 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 555 Image 176
3052 and if they be contented and resolved to submit to these Terms, well; if not, it is in vain to follow him any longer; and if they be contented and resolved to submit to these Terms, well; if not, it is in vain to follow him any longer; cc cs pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, av; cs xx, pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno31 d av-jc; (17) sermon (DIV1) 555 Image 176
3053 for they cannot be his Disciples. for they cannot be his Disciples. p-acp pns32 vmbx vbi po31 n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 555 Image 176
3054 II. I shall endeavour to explain this Duty of Self-denyal, exprest in these Words, Let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me. III. I shall consider the strict and indispensible Obligation of it, whenever we are call'd to it, Without this we cannot be Christ's Disciples; II I shall endeavour to explain this Duty of Self-denial, expressed in these Words, Let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me. III. I shall Consider the strict and indispensible Obligation of it, whenever we Are called to it, Without this we cannot be Christ's Disciples; crd pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11. np1. pns11 vmb vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp d pns12 vmbx vbi npg1 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 556 Image 176
3055 if any man will come after me, or be my Disciple, let him deny himself. if any man will come After me, or be my Disciple, let him deny himself. cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cc vbb po11 n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 557 Image 176
3056 IV. I shall endeavour to vindicate the reasonableness of this Precept, of self-denial and suffering for Christ, which at first appearance may seem to be so very harsh and difficult; IV. I shall endeavour to vindicate the reasonableness of this Precept, of self-denial and suffering for christ, which At First appearance may seem to be so very harsh and difficult; np1 pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av av j cc j; (17) sermon (DIV1) 558 Image 176
3057 and I shall go over these Particulars as briefly as I can. I. We will consider the way and method which our Saviour here useth in making Proselytes, and I shall go over these Particulars as briefly as I can. I. We will Consider the Way and method which our Saviour Here uses in making Proselytes, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2-j c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb. pns11. pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 r-crq po12 n1 av vvz p-acp vvg n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 558 Image 176
3058 and gaining men over to his Religion; and gaining men over to his Religion; cc vvg n2 a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3059 he offers no manner of force and violence to compel men to the profession of his Religion, he offers no manner of force and violence to compel men to the profession of his Religion, pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3060 but fairly proposeth it to their Consideration and Choice, telling them plainly upon what terms they must be his Disciples; but fairly Proposeth it to their Consideration and Choice, telling them plainly upon what terms they must be his Disciples; cc-acp av-j vvz pn31 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vvg pno32 av-j p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vmb vbi po31 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3061 if they like them, and are content, and resolved to submit to them, well; he is willing to receive them, and own them for his Disciples; if they like them, and Are content, and resolved to submit to them, well; he is willing to receive them, and own them for his Disciples; cs pns32 vvb pno32, cc vbr j, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, av; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3062 if not, it is in vain to follow him any longer: For they cannot be his Disciples. if not, it is in vain to follow him any longer: For they cannot be his Disciples. cs xx, pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno31 d av-jc: c-acp pns32 vmbx vbb po31 n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3063 As on the one hand, he offers them no worldly Preferment and Advantage, to entice them into his Religion, As on the one hand, he offers them not worldly Preferment and Advantage, to entice them into his Religion, c-acp p-acp dt crd n1, pns31 vvz pno32 xx j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3064 and to tempt them outwardly to profess what they do not inwardly believe; and to tempt them outwardly to profess what they do not inwardly believe; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi; (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3065 so on the other hand, he does not hale and drag them by force, and awe them by the terrours of torture and death to sign the Christian Faith, tho' most undoubtedly true; so on the other hand, he does not hale and drag them by force, and awe them by the terrors of torture and death to Signen the Christian Faith, though most undoubtedly true; av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt njp n1, pns21 av-ds av-j j; (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3066 and to confess with their mouths, and subscribe with their hands, what they do not believe in their hearts. and to confess with their mouths, and subscribe with their hands, what they do not believe in their hearts. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, r-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3067 He did not obtrude his Sacraments upon them, and plunge them into the water to Baptize them, He did not obtrude his Sacraments upon them, and plunge them into the water to Baptise them, pns31 vdd xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvb pno32, (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3068 whether they would or no, and thrust the Sacrament of Bread into their mouths; whither they would or no, and thrust the Sacrament of Bred into their mouths; cs pns32 vmd cc uh-dx, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3069 as if men might be Worthy Receivers of that Blessed Sacrament, whether they receive it willingly or no. as if men might be Worthy Receivers of that Blessed Sacrament, whither they receive it willingly or no. c-acp cs n2 vmd vbi j n2 pp-f d j-vvn n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31 av-j cc av-dx. (17) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 176
3070 Our Blessed Saviour, the Author and Founder of our Religion, made use of none of these ways of violence, Our Blessed Saviour, the Author and Founder of our Religion, made use of none of these ways of violence, po12 j-vvn n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvd n1 pp-f pix pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3071 so contrary to the nature of man, and of all Religion, and especially of Christianity, and fitted only to make men Hypocrites, but not Converts; so contrary to the nature of man, and of all Religion, and especially of Christianity, and fitted only to make men Hypocrites, but not Converts; av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f d n1, cc av-j pp-f np1, cc vvn av-j pc-acp vvi n2 n2, cc-acp xx vvz; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3072 he only says, If any man will be my Disciple; he only Says, If any man will be my Disciple; pns31 av-j vvz, cs d n1 vmb vbi po11 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3073 he useth no Arguments, but such as are Spiritual, and proper to work upon the Minds and Consciences of Men: he uses no Arguments, but such as Are Spiritual, and proper to work upon the Minds and Consciences of Men: pns31 vvz dx n2, cc-acp d c-acp vbr np1, cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3074 For as his Kingdom was not of this world, so neither are the Motives and Arguments to induce Men to be his subjects, taken from this world; For as his Kingdom was not of this world, so neither Are the Motives and Arguments to induce Men to be his subject's, taken from this world; c-acp c-acp po31 n1 vbds xx pp-f d n1, av d vbr dt n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi po31 n2-jn, vvn p-acp d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3075 but from the endless Rewards and Punishments of another. but from the endless Rewards and Punishments of Another. cc-acp p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n-jn. (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3076 The weapons which he made use of, to subdue Men to the obedience of Faith, are not carnal; and yet they were mighty through God, to conquer the obstinacy and infidelity of men. The weapons which he made use of, to subdue Men to the Obedience of Faith, Are not carnal; and yet they were mighty through God, to conquer the obstinacy and infidelity of men. dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd n1 pp-f, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr xx j; cc av pns32 vbdr j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3077 This great and infallible Teacher, who certainly came from God, all that he does, is to propose his Religion to Men, with such Evidence, This great and infallible Teacher, who Certainly Come from God, all that he does, is to propose his Religion to Men, with such Evidence, d j cc j n1, r-crq av-j vvd p-acp np1, d cst pns31 vdz, vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2, p-acp d n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3078 and such Arguments, as are proper to convince Men of the Truth and Goodness of it; and such Arguments, as Are proper to convince Men of the Truth and goodness of it; cc d n2, c-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3079 and to perswade Men to embrace it; and to persuade Men to embrace it; cc pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pn31; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3080 and he acquaints them likewise with all the worldly Disadvantages of it, and the hazards and sufferings that would attend it; and he acquaints them likewise with all the worldly Disadvantages of it, and the hazards and sufferings that would attend it; cc pns31 vvz pno32 av p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 cc n2 cst vmd vvi pn31; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3081 and now, if upon full consideration, they will make his Religion their free Choice, and become his Disciples, he is willing to receive them; and now, if upon full consideration, they will make his Religion their free Choice, and become his Disciples, he is willing to receive them; cc av, cs p-acp j n1, pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1 po32 j n1, cc vvi po31 n2, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32; (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3082 if they will not, he understands the nature of Religion better, than to go about to force it upon Men, whether they will or no. if they will not, he understands the nature of Religion better, than to go about to force it upon Men, whither they will or no. cs pns32 vmb xx, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 av-jc, cs pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2, cs pns32 vmb cc uh-dx. (17) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 176
3083 II. I shall endeavour to explain this Duty or Precept of self-denial, exprest in these words, Let him deny himself, and take up his cross. These are difficult Terms; II I shall endeavour to explain this Duty or Precept of self-denial, expressed in these words, Let him deny himself, and take up his cross. These Are difficult Terms; crd pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1. d vbr j n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3084 for a Man to deny himself, and take up his own Cross; for a Man to deny himself, and take up his own Cross; p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3085 that is, willingly to submit to all those Sufferings which the malice of Men may inflict for the sake of Christ and his Religion. that is, willingly to submit to all those Sufferings which the malice of Men may inflict for the sake of christ and his Religion. cst vbz, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d d n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3086 For this Expression, of taking up one's Cross, is a plain Allusion to the Roman Custom, which was this; For this Expression, of taking up one's Cross, is a plain Allusion to the Roman Custom, which was this; p-acp d n1, pp-f vvg p-acp pig n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vbds d; (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3087 That he that was condemned to be Crucified, was to take his Cross upon his Shoulders, That he that was condemned to be crucified, was to take his Cross upon his Shoulders, cst pns31 cst vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, vbds pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3088 and to carry it to the place of Execution; and to carry it to the place of Execution; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3089 this the Jews made our Saviour to do, as we read, Joh. 19. 17. till that being ready to faint under it and lest he should die away before he was nailed to the Cross, they compelled Simon of Cyrene to carry it for him, this the jews made our Saviour to do, as we read, John 19. 17. till that being ready to faint under it and lest he should die away before he was nailed to the Cross, they compelled Simon of Cyrene to carry it for him, d dt np2 vvn po12 n1 pc-acp vdi, c-acp pns12 vvb, np1 crd crd p-acp d vbg j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 cc cs pns31 vmd vvi av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd np1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3090 as is declar'd by the other Evangelists; as is declared by the other Evangelists; c-acp vbz vvd p-acp dt j-jn n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3091 and yet he tells them, they that will be his Disciples must follow him, bearing their own Cross; and yet he tells them, they that will be his Disciples must follow him, bearing their own Cross; cc av pns31 vvz pno32, pns32 cst vmb vbi po31 n2 vmb vvi pno31, vvg po32 d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3092 that is, being ready (if God call them to it) to submit to the like sufferings for Him and his Truth, which he was shortly to undergo for the Truth, and for their sakes. that is, being ready (if God call them to it) to submit to the like sufferings for Him and his Truth, which he was shortly to undergo for the Truth, and for their sakes. cst vbz, vbg j (cs np1 vvb pno32 p-acp pn31) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po32 n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 176
3093 But tho these terms seem very hard; yet they are not unreasonable; as I shall shew in the conclusion of this Discourse. But though these terms seem very hard; yet they Are not unreasonable; as I shall show in the conclusion of this Discourse. cc-acp cs d n2 vvb av av-j; av pns32 vbr xx j; c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3094 Some indeed have made them so by extending this self-denyal too far, attending more to the latitude of the Words, some indeed have made them so by extending this self-denial too Far, attending more to the latitude of the Words, d av vhb vvn pno32 av p-acp vvg d n1 av av-j, vvg av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3095 than to the meaning and scope of our Saviour's Discourse: than to the meaning and scope of our Saviour's Discourse: cs p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3096 For there is no doubt, but that there are a great many things, which may properly enough be called self-denyal, which yet our Saviour never intended to oblige Christians to. For there is no doubt, but that there Are a great many things, which may properly enough be called self-denial, which yet our Saviour never intended to oblige Christians to. c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp cst a-acp vbr dt j d n2, r-crq vmb av-j d vbi vvn n1, r-crq av po12 n1 av-x vvd pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp. (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3097 It is, no doubt, great self-denyal, for a Man, without any Necessity, to deny himself the necessary Supports of Life, It is, no doubt, great self-denial, for a Man, without any Necessity, to deny himself the necessary Supports of Life, pn31 vbz, dx n1, j n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi px31 dt j vvz pp-f n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3098 for a Man to starve and make away himself. for a Man to starve and make away himself. p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av px31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3099 But no Man certainly ever imagined, that our Saviour ever intended by this Precept, to enjoyn this kind of self-denyal. But no Man Certainly ever imagined, that our Saviour ever intended by this Precept, to enjoin this kind of self-denial. p-acp dx n1 av-j av vvn, cst po12 n1 av vvd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 176
3100 It is plain then, that there is no Reason nor Necessity to extend this Precept of our Saviour, concerning self-denyal, to every thing that may properly enough be called by that name; It is plain then, that there is no Reason nor Necessity to extend this Precept of our Saviour, Concerning self-denial, to every thing that may properly enough be called by that name; pn31 vbz j av, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvg n1, p-acp d n1 cst vmb av-j d vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 176
3101 and therefore this Precept must be limited by the plain scope and intendment of our Saviour's Discourse; and Therefore this Precept must be limited by the plain scope and intendment of our Saviour's Discourse; cc av d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 176
3102 and no Man can argue thus; such a thing is self-denyal, therefore our Saviour requires it of his Disciples: and no Man can argue thus; such a thing is self-denial, Therefore our Saviour requires it of his Disciples: cc dx n1 vmb vvi av; d dt n1 vbz n1, av po12 n1 vvz pn31 pp-f po31 n2: (17) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 176
3103 For our Saviour doth not here require all kinds of self-denyal; For our Saviour does not Here require all Kinds of self-denial; p-acp po12 n1 vdz xx av vvi d n2 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 176
3104 but limits it, by his Discourse, to one certain kind, beyond which, self-denyal is no Duty by virtue of this Text; but Limits it, by his Discourse, to one certain kind, beyond which, self-denial is no Duty by virtue of this Text; cc-acp n2 pn31, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp crd j n1, p-acp r-crq, n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 176
3105 and therefore, for our clearer understanding of this Precept of self-denyal, I shall do these two things: and Therefore, for our clearer understanding of this Precept of self-denial, I shall do these two things: cc av, p-acp po12 jc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vdi d crd n2: (17) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 176
3106 1. Remove some sorts of self-denyal, which are instanced in by some, as intended in this Precept. 1. Remove Some sorts of self-denial, which Are instanced in by Some, as intended in this Precept. crd vvb d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d, c-acp vvn p-acp d n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 564 Image 176
3107 2. I shall shew what kind of self-denyal that is, which our Saviour here intends. 2. I shall show what kind of self-denial that is, which our Saviour Here intends. crd pns11 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz, r-crq po12 n1 av vvz. (17) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 176
3108 1. There are several things brought under this Precept of self-denyal, which were never intended by our Saviour. 1. There Are several things brought under this Precept of self-denial, which were never intended by our Saviour. crd pc-acp vbr j n2 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbdr av-x vvn p-acp po12 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3109 I shall instance in Two or Three things, which are most frequently insisted upon, and some of them by very devout and well-meaning Men; I shall instance in Two or Three things, which Are most frequently insisted upon, and Some of them by very devout and well-meaning Men; pns11 vmb n1 p-acp crd cc crd n2, r-crq vbr av-ds av-j vvd p-acp, cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp av j cc j n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3110 as, that in matters of Faith, We should deny and renounce our own Senses and our Reason; as, that in matters of Faith, We should deny and renounce our own Senses and our Reason; c-acp, cst p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvb po12 d n2 cc po12 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3111 nay, that we should be content to renounce our own Eternal Happiness, and be willing to be damned for the Glory of God and the Good of our Brethren: nay, that we should be content to renounce our own Eternal Happiness, and be willing to be damned for the Glory of God and the Good of our Brothers: uh-x, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 d j n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j pp-f po12 n2: (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3112 But all these are so apparently and grosly unreasonable, that it is a Wonder that any one should ever take them for Instances of that self-denyal which our Saviour requires; But all these Are so apparently and grossly unreasonable, that it is a Wonder that any one should ever take them for Instances of that self-denial which our Saviour requires; cc-acp d d vbr av av-j cc av-j j, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cst d crd vmd av vvi pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz; (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3113 especially considering, that in all his Discourse of self-denyal, he does not so much as glance at any of these Instances, especially considering, that in all his Discourse of self-denial, he does not so much as glance At any of these Instances, av-j vvg, cst p-acp d po31 n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vdz xx av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f d n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3114 or any thing like to them. or any thing like to them. cc d n1 av-j p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 176
3115 1. Some comprehend under self-denyal, the denying and renouncing our own Senses in matters of Faith: 1. some comprehend under self-denial, the denying and renouncing our own Senses in matters of Faith: crd d vvb p-acp n1, dt vvg cc vvg po12 d n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3116 and if this could be made out to be intended by our Saviour in this Precept, we needed not dispute any of the other Instances. and if this could be made out to be intended by our Saviour in this Precept, we needed not dispute any of the other Instances. cc cs d vmd vbi vvn av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vvd xx vvi d pp-f dt j-jn n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3117 For he that renounceth the certainty of Sense, so as not to believe what he sees, may after this renounce and deny any thing. For he that Renounceth the certainty of Sense, so as not to believe what he sees, may After this renounce and deny any thing. p-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, vmb p-acp d vvb cc vvi d n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3118 For the Evidence of Sense is more clear and unquestionable than that of Faith; as the Scripture frequently intimates; For the Evidence of Sense is more clear and unquestionable than that of Faith; as the Scripture frequently intimates; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-dc j cc j cs d pp-f n1; c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz; (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3119 as John 20. 29. where our Saviour reproves Thomas, for refusing to believe his Resurrection, upon any less Evidence than that of Sense; as John 20. 29. where our Saviour reproves Thomas, for refusing to believe his Resurrection, upon any less Evidence than that of Sense; c-acp np1 crd crd n1 po12 n1 vvz np1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp d dc n1 cs d pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3120 Because thou hast seen, thou hast believed: Blessed are they wich have not seen, and yet have believed. Because thou hast seen, thou hast believed: Blessed Are they which have not seen, and yet have believed. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn, pns21 vh2 vvn: vvn vbr pns32 r-crq vhb xx vvn, cc av vhb vvn. (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3121 Which plainly supposeth the Evidence of Sense to be the highest and clearest degree of Evidence. Which plainly Supposeth the Evidence of Sense to be the highest and Clearest degree of Evidence. r-crq av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt js cc js n1 pp-f n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3122 So likewise that of St. Paul, 2 Cor. 5. 7. We walk by Faith, and not by Sight: So likewise that of Saint Paul, 2 Cor. 5. 7. We walk by Faith, and not by Sighed: av av d pp-f n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3123 Where the Evidence of Faith, as that which is more imperfect and obscure, is opposed to that of Sight, as more clear and certain. Where the Evidence of Faith, as that which is more imperfect and Obscure, is opposed to that of Sighed, as more clear and certain. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d r-crq vbz av-dc j cc j, vbz vvn p-acp d pp-f n1, c-acp av-dc j cc j. (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3124 So that to believe any Article of Faith, in contradiction to the clear Evidence of Sense, is contrary to the very Nature of Assent; So that to believe any Article of Faith, in contradiction to the clear Evidence of Sense, is contrary to the very Nature of Assent; av cst pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbz j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3125 which always yields to the greatest and clearest Evidence. Besides that, our Belief of Religion is at last resolved into the certainty of Sense; which always yields to the greatest and Clearest Evidence. Beside that, our Belief of Religion is At last resolved into the certainty of Sense; r-crq av vvz p-acp dt js cc js n1. p-acp d, po12 n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 176
3126 so that by renouncing that, we destroy and undermine the very Foundation of our Faith. One of the plainest and principal Proofs of the Being of God (which is the first and Fundamental Article of all Religion) relies upon the certainty of Sense; so that by renouncing that, we destroy and undermine the very Foundation of our Faith. One of the Plainest and principal Proofs of thee Being of God (which is the First and Fundamental Article of all Religion) relies upon the certainty of Sense; av cst p-acp vvg cst, pns12 vvb cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1. crd pp-f dt js cc j-jn n2 pp-f pno32 vbg pp-f n1 (r-crq vbz dt ord cc j n1 pp-f d n1) vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 568 Image 176
3127 namely, the Frame of this visible World; namely, the Frame of this visible World; av, dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 568 Image 176
3128 by the Contemplation whereof, we are led to the acknowledgment of the invisible Author of it. by the Contemplation whereof, we Are led to the acknowledgment of the invisible Author of it. p-acp dt n1 c-crq, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 568 Image 176
3129 So St. Paul tells us, Rom. 1. 20. That the invisible things of God, from the Creation of the World, are clearly seen, being understood by the things which are made, So Saint Paul tells us, Rom. 1. 20. That the invisible things of God, from the Creation of the World, Are clearly seen, being understood by the things which Are made, av n1 np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd cst dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-j vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, (17) sermon (DIV1) 568 Image 176
3130 even his eternal Power and Godhead. even his Eternal Power and Godhead. av po31 j n1 cc n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 568 Image 176
3131 And the great external Evidence of the Christian Religion, I mean Miracles, is at last resolved into the certainty of Sense, without which, we can have no assurance that any Miracle was wrought for the confirmation of it. And the great external Evidence of the Christian Religion, I mean Miracles, is At last resolved into the certainty of Sense, without which, we can have no assurance that any Miracle was wrought for the confirmation of it. cc dt j j n1 pp-f dt njp n1, pns11 vvb n2, vbz p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq, pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 cst d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 569 Image 176
3132 And the knowledge likewise of the Christian Faith, is conveyed to us by our Senses; the Evidence whereof, if it be uncertain, takes away all certainty of Faith. And the knowledge likewise of the Christian Faith, is conveyed to us by our Senses; the Evidence whereof, if it be uncertain, Takes away all certainty of Faith. cc dt n1 av pp-f dt np1 n1, vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2; dt n1 c-crq, cs pn31 vbb j, vvz av d n1 pp-f n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 176
3133 How shall they believe, (saith St. Paul, Rom. 10. 14.) How shall they believe in him, of whom they have not Heard? And ver. 17. So then Faith cometh by hearing, How shall they believe, (Says Saint Paul, Rom. 10. 14.) How shall they believe in him, of whom they have not Herd? And ver. 17. So then Faith comes by hearing, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi, (vvz n1 np1, np1 crd crd) q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31, pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn? cc fw-la. crd av av n1 vvz p-acp vvg, (17) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 176
3134 and hearing by the word of God. and hearing by the word of God. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 176
3135 So that to deny and renounce our Senses in matters of Faith, is to take away the main Pillar and Foundation of it. So that to deny and renounce our Senses in matters of Faith, is to take away the main Pillar and Foundation of it. av cst pc-acp vvi cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 176
3136 2. Others, almost with equal absurdity, would comprehend under our Saviour's Precept of Self-denial, the denying and renouncing of our Reason in matters of Faith: 2. Others, almost with equal absurdity, would comprehend under our Saviour's Precept of Self-denial, the denying and renouncing of our Reason in matters of Faith: crd n2-jn, av p-acp j-jn n1, vmd vvi p-acp po12 ng1 n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 176
3137 and this is Self-denial with a witness, for a Man to deny his own reason; and this is Self-denial with a witness, for a Man to deny his own reason; cc d vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 176
3138 for it is to deny himself to be a Man. This surely is a very great mistake, for it is to deny himself to be a Man. This surely is a very great mistake, c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 np1 av-j vbz dt av j n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 176
3139 and tho the ground of it may be innocent; yet the consequence of it, and the Discourses upon it, are very absurd. and though the ground of it may be innocent; yet the consequence of it, and the Discourses upon it, Are very absurd. cc cs dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi j-jn; av dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n2 p-acp pn31, vbr av j. (17) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 176
3140 The Ground of the mistake is this, Men think they deny their own Reason, when they assent to the Revelation of God in such things, The Ground of the mistake is this, Men think they deny their own Reason, when they assent to the Revelation of God in such things, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d, n2 vvb pns32 vvb po32 d n1, c-crq pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 572 Image 176
3141 as their own Reason could neither have discovered, nor is able to give the reason of: as their own Reason could neither have discovered, nor is able to give the reason of: c-acp po32 d n1 vmd av-dx vhb vvn, ccx vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f: (17) sermon (DIV1) 572 Image 176
3142 whereas in this case, a Man is so far from denying his own Reason, that he does that which is most agreeable to it. whereas in this case, a Man is so Far from denying his own Reason, that he does that which is most agreeable to it. cs p-acp d n1, dt n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg po31 d n1, cst pns31 vdz d r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 572 Image 176
3143 For what more reasonable than to believe whatever we are sufficiently assur'd is revealed to us by God, who can neither be deceived himself, nor deceive us? For what more reasonable than to believe whatever we Are sufficiently assured is revealed to us by God, who can neither be deceived himself, nor deceive us? p-acp r-crq dc j cs pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, r-crq vmb av-dx vbi vvn n1, ccx vvi pno12? (17) sermon (DIV1) 572 Image 176
3144 But tho' the Ground of this mistake may be innocent, yet the Consequences of it are most absurd and dangerous. But though the Ground of this mistake may be innocent, yet the Consequences of it Are most absurd and dangerous. cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi j-jn, av dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr av-ds j cc j. (17) sermon (DIV1) 573 Image 176
3145 For if we are to renounce our Reason in matters of Faith, then are we bound to believe without Reason, which no Man can do; For if we Are to renounce our Reason in matters of Faith, then Are we bound to believe without Reason, which no Man can do; p-acp cs pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av vbr pns12 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, r-crq dx n1 vmb vdi; (17) sermon (DIV1) 573 Image 176
3146 or if he could, then Faith would be unreasonable, and Infidelity reasonable. or if he could, then Faith would be unreasonable, and Infidelity reasonable. cc cs pns31 vmd, cs n1 vmd vbi j, cc n1 j. (17) sermon (DIV1) 573 Image 176
3147 So that this Instance likewise of Self-denial, to renounce and deny our own Reason, as it is no where exprest, So that this Instance likewise of Self-denial, to renounce and deny our own Reason, as it is no where expressed, av cst d n1 av pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dx c-crq vvn, (17) sermon (DIV1) 573 Image 176
3148 so it cannot reasonably be thought to be intended by our Saviour in this Precept. so it cannot reasonably be Thought to be intended by our Saviour in this Precept. av pn31 vmbx av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 573 Image 176
3149 3. Nor doth this Precept of Self-denial require Men to be content to renounce their own Eternal Happiness, 3. Nor does this Precept of Self-denial require Men to be content to renounce their own Eternal Happiness, crd ccx vdz d n1 pp-f n1 vvb n2 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi po32 d j n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 176
3150 and to be willing to be Damned for the Glory of God, and the good of their Brethren. and to be willing to be Damned for the Glory of God, and the good of their Brothers. cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f po32 n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 176
3151 If this were the meaning of this Precept, we might justly say, as the Disciples did to our Saviour, in another Case, This is a hard saying, If this were the meaning of this Precept, we might justly say, as the Disciples did to our Saviour, in Another Case, This is a hard saying, cs d vbdr dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmd av-j vvi, c-acp dt n2 vdd p-acp po12 n1, p-acp j-jn n1, d vbz dt j n-vvg, (17) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 176
3152 and who can hear it? The very thought of this, is enough to make Humane Nature to tremble at its very foundation. and who can hear it? The very Thought of this, is enough to make Humane Nature to tremble At its very Foundation. cc r-crq vmb vvi pn31? dt j n1 pp-f d, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 176
3153 For the deepest Principle that God hath planted in our Nature, is the desire of our own Preservation and Happiness; For the Deepest Principle that God hath planted in our Nature, is the desire of our own Preservation and Happiness; p-acp dt js-jn n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1 cc n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 176
3154 and into this the Force of all Laws, and the Reason of all our Duty is at last resolved. and into this the Force of all Laws, and the Reason of all our Duty is At last resolved. cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d po12 n1 vbz p-acp ord vvn. (17) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 176
3155 From whence it plainly follows, that it can be no Man's Duty in any case to renounce his own Happiness, From whence it plainly follows, that it can be no Man's Duty in any case to renounce his own Happiness, p-acp c-crq pn31 av-j vvz, cst pn31 vmb vbi dx ng1 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 176
3156 and to be content to be for Ever Miserable; and to be content to be for Ever Miserable; cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi p-acp av j; (17) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 176
3157 because if once this be made a Duty, there will be no Argument left, to perswade any Man to it. Because if once this be made a Duty, there will be no Argument left, to persuade any Man to it. c-acp cs a-acp d vbb vvn dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 vvd, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 176
3158 For the most powerful Arguments, that God ever used, to perswade Men to any thing, are the Promise of Eternal Happiness, For the most powerful Arguments, that God ever used, to persuade Men to any thing, Are the Promise of Eternal Happiness, p-acp dt av-ds j n2, cst np1 av vvd, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f j n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 176
3159 and the Terrour of Everlasting Torments: But if this were a Man's Duty, to be content to be Miserable for Ever, and the Terror of Everlasting Torments: But if this were a Man's Duty, to be content to be Miserable for Ever, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2: cc-acp cs d vbdr dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi j p-acp av, (17) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 176
3160 neither of these Arguments would be of force sufficient to perswade a Man to it. neither of these Arguments would be of force sufficient to persuade a Man to it. av-dx pp-f d n2 vmd vbi pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 176
3161 The first of these, namely the Promise of Eternal Happiness, could signifie nothing to him that is to be Eternally Miserable; The First of these, namely the Promise of Eternal Happiness, could signify nothing to him that is to be Eternally Miserable; dt ord pp-f d, av dt n1 pp-f j n1, vmd vvi pix p-acp pno31 cst vbz pc-acp vbi av-j j; (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3162 because if he be to be so, it is impossible that he should ever have the benefit of that Promise: Because if he be to be so, it is impossible that he should ever have the benefit of that Promise: c-acp cs pns31 vbi pc-acp vbi av, pn31 vbz j cst pns31 vmd av vhi dt n1 pp-f d n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3163 and the threatning of Eternal Misery, could be no Argument in this Case; and the threatening of Eternal Misery, could be no Argument in this Case; cc dt n-vvg pp-f j n1, vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3164 because the Duty is just as difficult, as the Argument is powerful, and no Man can be moved to submit to any thing that is grievous and terrible, Because the Duty is just as difficult, as the Argument is powerful, and no Man can be moved to submit to any thing that is grievous and terrible, c-acp dt n1 vbz j c-acp j, c-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc dx n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst vbz j cc j, (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3165 but by something that is more terrible; for if it be not, it is the same thing, whether he submit to it, or not; but by something that is more terrible; for if it be not, it is the same thing, whither he submit to it, or not; cc-acp p-acp pi cst vbz av-dc j; c-acp cs pn31 vbb xx, pn31 vbz dt d n1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp pn31, cc xx; (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3166 and then no Man can be content, to be Eternally Miserable, only for the fear of being so; and then no Man can be content, to be Eternally Miserable, only for the Fear of being so; cc av dx n1 vmb vbi j, pc-acp vbi av-j j, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg av; (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3167 for this would be for a Man to run himself upon that very inconvenience which he is so much afraid of; for this would be for a Man to run himself upon that very inconvenience which he is so much afraid of; p-acp d vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d j n1 r-crq pns31 vbz av av-d j pp-f; (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3168 and 'tis madness for a Man to die for fear of death. Quis novus hic furor est, ne moriare, mori? and it's madness for a Man to die for Fear of death. Quis Novus hic Furor est, ne moriare, Mori? cc pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la, fw-la? (17) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 176
3169 By this it plainly appears, how unreasonable it is to imagin, that by this Precept of Self-denial, our Saviour should require Men to renounce Everlasting Happiness, By this it plainly appears, how unreasonable it is to imagine, that by this Precept of Self-denial, our Saviour should require Men to renounce Everlasting Happiness, p-acp d pn31 av-j vvz, c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, po12 n1 vmd vvi n2 pc-acp vvi j n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 176
3170 and to be content to be Miserable for Ever, upon any account whatsoever; and to be content to be Miserable for Ever, upon any account whatsoever; cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi j p-acp av, p-acp d n1 r-crq; (17) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 176
3171 because this were to suppose, that God hath imposed that upon us as a Duty, to oblige us whereto there can be no Argument offer'd, that can be powerful enough. Because this were to suppose, that God hath imposed that upon us as a Duty, to oblige us whereto there can be no Argument offered, that can be powerful enough. c-acp d vbdr pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhz vvn d p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 vvn, cst vmb vbi j av-d. (17) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 176
3172 As for the Glory of God, which is pretended to be the Reason, it is an impossible Supposition; As for the Glory of God, which is pretended to be the Reason, it is an impossible Supposition; p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 176
3173 because it cannot be for the Glory of God, to make a Creature for Ever Miserable, that shall not by his Wilful Obstinacy and Impenitence deserve to be so. Because it cannot be for the Glory of God, to make a Creature for Ever Miserable, that shall not by his Wilful Obstinacy and Impenitence deserve to be so. c-acp pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp av j, cst vmb xx p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av. (17) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 176
3174 But this is only cast in to add weight. But this is only cast in to add weight. p-acp d vbz av-j vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3175 The other Reason of the Good and Salvation of our Brethren, is the only Consideration for which there is any manner of colour from Scripture; The other Reason of the Good and Salvation of our Brothers, is the only Consideration for which there is any manner of colour from Scripture; dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3176 and two Instances are alledged to this purpose, of two very Excellent Persons, that seem to have desired this, and two Instances Are alleged to this purpose, of two very Excellent Persons, that seem to have desired this, cc crd n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, pp-f crd av j n2, cst vvb pc-acp vhi vvn d, (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3177 and to have submitted to it; and to have submitted to it; cc pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pn31; (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3178 and therefore it is not so unreasonable as we would make it, that our Saviour should enjoyn it as a Duty. The Instances alledged are these. and Therefore it is not so unreasonable as we would make it, that our Saviour should enjoin it as a Duty. The Instances alleged Are these. cc av pn31 vbz xx av j c-acp pns12 vmd vvi pn31, cst po12 n1 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1. dt n2 vvn vbr d. (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3179 Moses desired of God that he might be blotted out of the Book of Life, rather than the People of Israel, whom he had Conducted and Governed so long, should be destroyed: Moses desired of God that he might be blotted out of the Book of Life, rather than the People of Israel, whom he had Conducted and Governed so long, should be destroyed: np1 vvd pp-f np1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av-c cs dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn av av-j, vmd vbi vvn: (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3180 And in the New Testament St. Paul tells us, That he could wish, that himself were accursed from Christ, for his Brethren; And in the New Testament Saint Paul tells us, That he could wish, that himself were accursed from christ, for his Brothers; cc p-acp dt j n1 n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi, cst px31 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3181 so earnest a desire had he of their Salvation. so earnest a desire had he of their Salvation. av j dt n1 vhd pns31 pp-f po32 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 176
3182 But neither of these Instances are of force sufficient to overthrow the Reasons of my former Discourse; But neither of these Instances Are of force sufficient to overthrow the Reasons of my former Discourse; p-acp d pp-f d n2 vbr pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po11 j n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 176
3183 for the desire of Moses amounts only to a submission to a Temporal death, that his Nation might be saved from a Temporal ruin. for the desire of Moses amounts only to a submission to a Temporal death, that his nation might be saved from a Temporal ruin. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 176
3184 For the Expression of blotting out of the Book of Life, is of the same importance with those Phrases so frequently used in the Old Testament, of blotting out from the face of the Earth, and blotting out one's name from under Heaven; For the Expression of blotting out of the Book of Life, is of the same importance with those Phrases so frequently used in the Old Testament, of blotting out from the face of the Earth, and blotting out one's name from under Heaven; p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d n2 av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, pp-f vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg av pig n1 p-acp p-acp n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 176
3185 which signifie no more than Temporal death and destruction; which signify no more than Temporal death and destruction; r-crq vvb av-dx av-dc cs j n1 cc n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 176
3186 and then Moses 's Wish was reasonable and generous, and signifies no more, but that he was willing, and then Moses is Wish was reasonable and generous, and signifies no more, but that he was willing, cc av np1 vbz n1 vbds j cc j, cc vvz av-dx av-dc, cc-acp cst pns31 vbds j, (17) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 176
3187 if God pleased, to die to save the Nation. if God pleased, to die to save the nation. cs np1 vvd, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 176
3188 As for St. Paul 's Wish, of being accursed from Christ, it is plainly an Hyperbolical Expression of his great Affection to his Country-men the Jews, and his Zeal for their Salvation, which was so great, that if it had been a thing reasonable and lawful, he could have wisht the greatest Evil to himself for their sakes; As for Saint Paul is Wish, of being accursed from christ, it is plainly an Hyperbolical Expression of his great Affection to his Countrymen the jews, and his Zeal for their Salvation, which was so great, that if it had been a thing reasonable and lawful, he could have wished the greatest Evil to himself for their sakes; c-acp p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1, pp-f vbg vvn p-acp np1, pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n2 dt np2, cc po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbds av j, cst cs pn31 vhd vbn dt n1 j cc j, pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt js n-jn p-acp px31 p-acp po32 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 176
3189 and therefore it is observable, that it is not a positive and absolute wish, but exprest in the usual form of ushering in an Hyperbole; and Therefore it is observable, that it is not a positive and absolute wish, but expressed in the usual from of ushering in an Hyperbole; cc av pn31 vbz j, cst pn31 vbz xx dt j cc j n1, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 176
3190 I could wish, just as we are wont to say, when we would express a thing to the hight, which is not fit, I could wish, just as we Are wont to say, when we would express a thing to the hight, which is not fit, pns11 vmd vvi, j c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz xx j, (17) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 176
3191 nor intended to be done by us; I could wish so or so; I could even afford to do this or that; nor intended to be done by us; I could wish so or so; I could even afford to do this or that; ccx vvd pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno12; pns11 vmd vvi av cc av; pns11 vmd av vvi pc-acp vdi d cc d; (17) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 176
3192 which kind of speeches, no Man takes for a strict and precise Declaration of our minds, which kind of Speeches, no Man Takes for a strict and precise Declaration of our minds, r-crq n1 pp-f n2, dx n1 vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 176
3193 but for a figurative expression of a great Passion. but for a figurative expression of a great Passion. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 176
3194 And thus I have done with the first thing I proposed for the Explication of this Precept, or Duty of Self-denial; And thus I have done with the First thing I proposed for the Explication of this Precept, or Duty of Self-denial; cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 176
3195 which was to remove some sorts of Self-denial, which by some are frequently instanced in, as intended by our Saviour in this Precept. I proceed now to the Second thing I proposed; which was to remove Some sorts of Self-denial, which by Some Are frequently instanced in, as intended by our Saviour in this Precept. I proceed now to the Second thing I proposed; r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp d vbr av-j vvn p-acp, c-acp vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt vvb n1 pns11 vvd; (17) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 176
3196 which is to declare positively, what that Self-denial is, which our Saviour here intends; and 'tis plainly this, and nothing but this; which is to declare positively, what that Self-denial is, which our Saviour Here intends; and it's plainly this, and nothing but this; r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi av-j, r-crq d n1 vbz, r-crq po12 n1 av vvz; cc pn31|vbz av-j d, cc pix p-acp d; (17) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 176
3197 that we should be willing to part with all Earthly Comforts and Conveniences, to quit all our Temporal Interests and Enjoyments, that we should be willing to part with all Earthly Comforts and Conveniences, to quit all our Temporal Interests and Enjoyments, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi d po12 j n2 cc n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 176
3198 and even Life it self, for the sake of Christ and his Religion. and even Life it self, for the sake of christ and his Religion. cc av n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 176
3199 This our Saviour means, by denying our selves; and then (which is much the same with the other) that we should be willing to bear any Temporal inconvenience and suffering, upon the same account. This our Saviour means, by denying our selves; and then (which is much the same with the other) that we should be willing to bear any Temporal inconvenience and suffering, upon the same account. d po12 n1 vvz, p-acp vvg po12 n2; cc av (r-crq vbz d dt d p-acp dt n-jn) cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt d n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 176
3200 This is to take up our Cross and follow him. This is to take up our Cross and follow him. d vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1 cc vvi pno31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 176
3201 And that this is the full meaning of these two Phrases, of denying our selves, and taking up our Cross, will clearly appear, by considering the particular Instances, which our Saviour gives of this Self-denyal, And that this is the full meaning of these two Phrases, of denying our selves, and taking up our Cross, will clearly appear, by considering the particular Instances, which our Saviour gives of this Self-denial, cc cst d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d crd n2, pp-f vvg po12 n2, cc vvg a-acp po12 n1, vmb av-j vvi, p-acp vvg dt j n2, r-crq po12 n1 vvz pp-f d n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3202 when ever he hath occasion to speak of it; when ever he hath occasion to speak of it; c-crq av pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31; (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3203 by which you will plainly see, that these expressions amount to no more than I have said. by which you will plainly see, that these expressions amount to no more than I have said. p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cst d n2 vvi p-acp dx dc cs pns11 vhb vvn. (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3204 Even here in the Text, after our Saviour had told his Disciples, that he that would come after him, must deny himself, and take up his Cross; Even Here in the Text, After our Saviour had told his Disciples, that he that would come After him, must deny himself, and take up his Cross; np1 av p-acp dt n1, p-acp po12 n1 vhd vvn po31 n2, cst pns31 cst vmd vvi p-acp pno31, vmb vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3205 It follows immediately, for whosoever will save his life shall lose it, and whosoever will lose his life for my sake, shall find it. It follows immediately, for whosoever will save his life shall loose it, and whosoever will loose his life for my sake, shall find it. pn31 vvz av-j, p-acp r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 vmb vvi pn31, cc r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, vmb vvi pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3206 You see here, that he instanceth in parting with our lives for him, as the highest piece of Self-denyal, which he requires. You see Here, that he Instanceth in parting with our lives for him, as the highest piece of Self-denial, which he requires. pn22 vvb av, cst pns31 vvz p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vvz. (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3207 And he himself elsewhere tells us, that greater love than this hath no man, than that a man lay down his life for his friend. And he himself elsewhere tells us, that greater love than this hath no man, than that a man lay down his life for his friend. cc pns31 px31 av vvz pno12, cst jc n1 cs d vhz dx n1, cs cst dt n1 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3208 Elsewhere he instanceth in quitting our nearest Relations for his sake; Luke 14. 26, 27. If any man come to me, and hate not his father, Elsewhere he Instanceth in quitting our nearest Relations for his sake; Lycia 14. 26, 27. If any man come to me, and hate not his father, av pns31 vvz p-acp vvg po12 js n2 p-acp po31 n1; av crd crd, crd cs d n1 vvn p-acp pno11, cc vvb xx po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3209 and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea and his own life also, he cannot be my Disciple; and mother, and wife, and children, and brothers, and Sisters, yea and his own life also, he cannot be my Disciple; cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, uh cc po31 d n1 av, pns31 vmbx vbi po11 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3210 and whosoever doth not bear his Cross and come after me, he cannot be my Disciple. and whosoever does not bear his Cross and come After me, he cannot be my Disciple. cc r-crq vdz xx vvi po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno11, pns31 vmbx vbi po11 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 176
3211 Which expressions, of hating Father, and Mother, and other Relations, and even Life it self, are not to be understood Rigorously, Which expressions, of hating Father, and Mother, and other Relations, and even Life it self, Are not to be understood Rigorously, r-crq n2, pp-f vvg n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n2, cc av n1 pn31 n1, vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3212 and in an absolute Sense, but Comparatively; and in an absolute Sense, but Comparatively; cc p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp av-j; (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3213 for it is an Hebrew manner of speech, to express that Absolutely, which is meant only Comparatively; for it is an Hebrew manner of speech, to express that Absolutely, which is meant only Comparatively; p-acp pn31 vbz dt njp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cst av-j, r-crq vbz vvn av-j av-j; (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3214 and so our Saviour explains himself, in a parallel Text to this; and so our Saviour explains himself, in a parallel Text to this; cc av po12 n1 vvz px31, p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp d; (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3215 Matth. 10. 37, 38. He that loveth father or mother, more than me, is not worthy of me: Matthew 10. 37, 38. He that loves father or mother, more than me, is not worthy of me: np1 crd crd, crd pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1, av-dc cs pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11: (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3216 he that loveth son or daughter, more than me, is not worthy of me: he that loves son or daughter, more than me, is not worthy of me: pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1, av-dc cs pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11: (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3217 And he that taketh not his Cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. And he that Takes not his Cross, and follows After me, is not worthy of me. cc pns31 cst vvz xx po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp pno11, vbz xx j pp-f pno11. (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3218 In another place, our Saviour instanceth in quitting our Estates for his sake, Matth. 19. 29. Every one that shall forsake houses, In Another place, our Saviour Instanceth in quitting our Estates for his sake, Matthew 19. 29. Every one that shall forsake houses, p-acp j-jn n1, po12 n1 vvz p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd d pi cst vmb vvi n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3219 or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my names sake; or brothers, or Sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or Lands, for my names sake; cc n2, cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp po11 ng1 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3220 by all which it appears, that this Self-denyal which our Saviour here requires of his Disciples, is to be extended no farther, by all which it appears, that this Self-denial which our Saviour Here requires of his Disciples, is to be extended no farther, p-acp d r-crq pn31 vvz, cst d n1 r-crq po12 n1 av vvz pp-f po31 n2, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-dx av-jc, (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3221 than to a readiness and willingness, when ever God shall call us to it, to quit all our Temporal Interests and Enjoyments, than to a readiness and willingness, when ever God shall call us to it, to quit all our Temporal Interests and Enjoyments, cs p-acp dt n1 cc n1, c-crq av np1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi d po12 j n2 cc n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3222 and even Life it self, (the dearest of all other) and to submit to any Temporal inconvenience and suffering for his sake. and even Life it self, (the dearest of all other) and to submit to any Temporal inconvenience and suffering for his sake. cc av n1 pn31 n1, (dt js-jn pp-f d n-jn) cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 cc vvg p-acp po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3223 And thus much for the Explication of the Precept here in the Text. I proceed in the And thus much for the Explication of the Precept Here in the Text. I proceed in the cc av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt np1 pns11 vvb p-acp dt (17) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 176
3224 Third Place, to consider the strict and indispensible Obligation of this Precept of Self-denyal, and suffering for Christ, Third Place, to Consider the strict and indispensible Obligation of this Precept of Self-denial, and suffering for christ, ord n1, pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp np1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3225 and his Truth, rather than to forsake and renounce them. If any man will come after me, or be my Disciple, let him deny himself, and his Truth, rather than to forsake and renounce them. If any man will come After me, or be my Disciple, let him deny himself, cc po31 n1, av-c cs pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, cc vbb po11 n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31, (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3226 and take up his Cross and follow me; and take up his Cross and follow me; cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3227 that is, upon these Terms, he must be my Disciple, in this manner he must follow me; that is, upon these Terms, he must be my Disciple, in this manner he must follow me; cst vbz, p-acp d n2, pns31 vmb vbi po11 n1, p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno11; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3228 and in the Text I mention'd before, he declares again, that he that is not ready to quit all his Relations and even Life it self, and in the Text I mentioned before, he declares again, that he that is not ready to quit all his Relations and even Life it self, cc p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvn a-acp, pns31 vvz av, cst pns31 cst vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d po31 n2 cc j n1 pn31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3229 for his sake, is not worthy of him, and cannot be his Disciple; and whosoever doth not bear his Cross, for his sake, is not worthy of him, and cannot be his Disciple; and whosoever does not bear his Cross, p-acp po31 n1, vbz xx j pp-f pno31, cc vmbx vbi po31 n1; cc r-crq vdz xx vvi po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3230 and come after me, cannot be my Disciple; and come After me, cannot be my Disciple; cc vvb p-acp pno11, vmbx vbi po11 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3231 so that we cannot be the Disciples of Christ, nor be worthy to be called by his Name; so that we cannot be the Disciples of christ, nor be worthy to be called by his Name; av cst pns12 vmbx vbi dt n2 pp-f np1, ccx vbb j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3232 if we be not ready thus to deny our selves for his sake: And not only so; if we be not ready thus to deny our selves for his sake: And not only so; cs pns12 vbb xx j av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1: cc xx av-j av; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3233 but if for fear of the Cross, or of any temporal sufferings, we should renounce, and deny him; but if for Fear of the Cross, or of any temporal sufferings, we should renounce, and deny him; cc-acp cs p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d j n2, pns12 vmd vvi, cc vvi pno31; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3234 he threatens to deny us before his Father which is in Heaven, (i. e.) to deprive us of Eternal Life, and to Sentence us to Everlasting Misery. he threatens to deny us before his Father which is in Heaven, (i. e.) to deprive us of Eternal Life, and to Sentence us to Everlasting Misery. pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, (uh. sy.) pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f j n1, cc p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp j n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3235 Matth. 10. 32. Whosoever shall confess me before men, him will I confess before my father which is in Heaven: Matthew 10. 32. Whosoever shall confess me before men, him will I confess before my father which is in Heaven: np1 crd crd r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3236 But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my father which is in Heaven: But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my father which is in Heaven: cc-acp c-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 av vvi p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3237 And Mark 8. 38. Whosoever shall be ashamed of me, and of my words, in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of Man be ashamed, And Mark 8. 38. Whosoever shall be ashamed of me, and of my words, in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of Man be ashamed, cc vvb crd crd c-crq vmb vbi j pp-f pno11, cc pp-f po11 n2, p-acp d j cc j n1, pp-f pno31 av vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb j, (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3238 when he cometh in the Glory of his Father, with his holy Angels; when he comes in the Glory of his Father, with his holy Angels; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 j n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3239 that is, when he cometh to Judge the World, they shall not be able to stand in that Judgment; that is, when he comes to Judge the World, they shall not be able to stand in that Judgement; cst vbz, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3240 for that by his being ashamed of them, is meant, that they shall be condemned by him, is plain from what goes before, V. 26, 27. What shall it profit a man, for that by his being ashamed of them, is meant, that they shall be condemned by him, is plain from what Goes before, V. 26, 27. What shall it profit a man, c-acp cst p-acp po31 vbg j pp-f pno32, vbz vvn, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vbz j p-acp r-crq vvz a-acp, n1 crd, crd q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3241 if he shall gain the whole World, and lose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? and then it follows, Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words. if he shall gain the Whole World, and loose his own Soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his Soul? and then it follows, Whosoever Therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words. cs pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1? cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? cc av pn31 vvz, r-crq av vmb vbi j pp-f pno11 cc pp-f po11 n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 176
3242 But because some have had the Confidence to tell the World, that our Saviour doth not require thus much of Christians; But Because Some have had the Confidence to tell the World, that our Saviour does not require thus much of Christians; cc-acp p-acp d vhb vhn dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst po12 n1 vdz xx vvi av av-d pp-f np1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 587 Image 176
3243 but all that he obligeth us to, is to believe in him in our Hearts, but not to make any outward Profession of his Religion, when the Magistrate forbids it, but all that he obliges us to, is to believe in him in our Hearts, but not to make any outward Profession of his Religion, when the Magistrate forbids it, cc-acp d cst pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31, (17) sermon (DIV1) 587 Image 176
3244 and we are in danger of suffering for it: and we Are in danger of suffering for it: cc pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31: (17) sermon (DIV1) 587 Image 176
3245 I shall therefore briefly examine what is pretended for so strange an Assertion, and so directly contrary to the whole Tenor of the Gospel, I shall Therefore briefly examine what is pretended for so strange an Assertion, and so directly contrary to the Whole Tenor of the Gospel, pns11 vmb av av-j vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp av j dt n1, cc av av-j j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 587 Image 176
3246 and to the express Words of our Saviour. and to the express Words of our Saviour. cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 587 Image 176
3247 The Author of the Book called the Leviathan, tells us, That we are not only not bound to confess Christ, The Author of the Book called the Leviathan, tells us, That we Are not only not bound to confess christ, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt np1, vvz pno12, cst pns12 vbr xx j xx vvn pc-acp vvi np1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3248 but we are obliged to deny him, in case the Magistrate require us so to do. His Words are these: but we Are obliged to deny him, in case the Magistrate require us so to do. His Words Are these: cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvb pno12 av pc-acp vdi. po31 n2 vbr d: (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3249 What if the Soveraign forbid us to believe in Christ? He answers, Such forbidding is of no effect, What if the Sovereign forbid us to believe in christ? He answers, Such forbidding is of no Effect, r-crq cs dt n-jn vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? pns31 vvz, d vvg vbz pp-f dx n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3250 because Belief and Vnbelief never follows Mens Commands. Because Belief and Unbelief never follows Mens Commands. c-acp n1 cc n1 av-x vvz np1 vvz. (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3251 But what (says he) if we be commanded by our lawful Prince to say with our Tongues, we believe not; But what (Says he) if we be commanded by our lawful Prince to say with our Tongues, we believe not; p-acp r-crq (vvz pns31) cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp po12 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvb xx; (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3252 must we obey such Commands? To this he answers, That Profession with the Tongue is but an External thing, must we obey such Commands? To this he answers, That Profession with the Tongue is but an External thing, vmb pns12 vvi d vvz? p-acp d pns31 vvz, cst n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3253 and no more than any other Gesture, whereby we signifie our Obedience, and wherein a Christian, holding firmly in his Heart the Faith of Christ, hath the same Liberty which the Prophet Elisha allowed to Naaman. and no more than any other Gesture, whereby we signify our obedience, and wherein a Christian, holding firmly in his Heart the Faith of christ, hath the same Liberty which the Prophet Elisha allowed to Naaman. cc dx dc cs d j-jn n1, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n1, cc c-crq dt njp, vvg av-j p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vhz dt d n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vvn p-acp np1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3254 But what then (says he) shall I answer to our Saviour, saying, Whosoever denieth me before Men, him will I deny before my Father which is in Heaven. But what then (Says he) shall I answer to our Saviour, saying, Whosoever Denieth me before Men, him will I deny before my Father which is in Heaven. cc-acp q-crq cs (vvz pns31) vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po12 n1, vvg, r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3255 His Answer is, This we may say, that whatsoever a Subject is compell'd to in obedience to his Soveraign, His Answer is, This we may say, that whatsoever a Subject is compelled to in Obedience to his Sovereign, po31 n1 vbz, d pns12 vmb vvi, cst r-crq dt j-jn vbz vvn p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n-jn, (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3256 and does it not in order to his own Mind, but the Law of his Country, the Action is not his, but his Soveraign's; and does it not in order to his own Mind, but the Law of his Country, the Actium is not his, but his Sovereign's; cc vdz pn31 xx p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 vbz xx png31, cc-acp po31 ng1-jn; (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3257 nor is it he that in this Case denies Christ before Men, but his Governour, and the Laws of his Country. nor is it he that in this Case Denies christ before Men, but his Governor, and the Laws of his Country. ccx vbz pn31 pns31 cst p-acp d n1 vvz np1 p-acp n2, cc-acp po31 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 176
3258 But can any Man, that in good earnest pays any degree of Reverence to our Blessed Saviour and his Religion, think to baffle such plain Words by so frivolous an Answer? There is no Man doubts, But can any Man, that in good earnest pays any degree of reverence to our Blessed Saviour and his Religion, think to baffle such plain Words by so frivolous an Answer? There is no Man doubts, cc-acp vmb d n1, cst p-acp j n1 vvz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 cc po31 n1, vvb pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp av j dt n1? pc-acp vbz dx n1 n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3259 but if the Magistrate should command Men to deny Christ, he would be guilty of a great Sin in so doing; but if the Magistrate should command Men to deny christ, he would be guilty of a great since in so doing; cc-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi n2 pc-acp vvi np1, pns31 vmd vbi j pp-f dt j n1 p-acp av vdg; (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3260 but if we must obey God rather than Men, and every Man must give an account of himself to God; but if we must obey God rather than Men, and every Man must give an account of himself to God; cc-acp cs pns12 vmb vvi n1 av-c cs n2, cc d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp np1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3261 how will this excuse him that denies Christ, or breaks any other Commandment of God, upon the Command of the Magistrate? And to put the matter out of all doubt, that our Saviour forbids all that will be his Disciples, upon pain of Damnation, to deny him, how will this excuse him that Denies christ, or breaks any other Commandment of God, upon the Command of the Magistrate? And to put the matter out of all doubt, that our Saviour forbids all that will be his Disciples, upon pain of Damnation, to deny him, c-crq vmb d vvi pno31 cst vvz np1, cc vvz d j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f d n1, cst po12 n1 vvz d cst vmb vbi po31 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31, (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3262 tho the Magistrate should command them to do so, it is very observable, that in that very place, where he speaks of confessing or denying him before Men, he puts this very Case, of their being brought before Kings and Governours for confessing him, Matth. 10. 17. Beware (says he) of Men, for they will deliver you up to the Council, though the Magistrate should command them to do so, it is very observable, that in that very place, where he speaks of confessing or denying him before Men, he puts this very Case, of their being brought before Kings and Governors for confessing him, Matthew 10. 17. Beware (Says he) of Men, for they will deliver you up to the Council, cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi av, pn31 vbz av j, cst p-acp d j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f vvg cc vvg pno31 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz d j n1, pp-f po32 vbg vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp vvg pno31, np1 crd crd vvb (vvz pns31) pp-f n2, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3263 and they will scourge you in their Synagogues; and they will scourge you in their Synagogues; cc pns32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po32 n2; (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3264 and ye shall be brought before Governours and Kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles. and you shall be brought before Governors and Kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles. cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po11 n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt n2-j. (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3265 But what Testimony would this be against them, if Christians were bound to deny Christ at their Command? But what Testimony would this be against them, if Christians were bound to deny christ At their Command? cc-acp q-crq n1 vmd d vbi p-acp pno32, cs np1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1? (17) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 176
3266 But our Saviour goes on, and tells them how they ought to demean themselves, when they were brought before Kings and Governours, v. 19. But when they shall deliver you up, take ye no thought, But our Saviour Goes on, and tells them how they ought to demean themselves, when they were brought before Kings and Governors, v. 19. But when they shall deliver you up, take you no Thought, p-acp po12 n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz pno32 c-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi px32, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, n1 crd p-acp c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pn22 a-acp, vvb pn22 dx n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3267 how, or what ye shall speak; for it shall be given you in that very hour what ye shall speak. how, or what you shall speak; for it shall be given you in that very hour what you shall speak. c-crq, cc r-crq pn22 vmb vvi; c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22 p-acp d j n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3268 But what need of any such extraordinary Assistance in the case, if they had nothing to do, But what need of any such extraordinary Assistance in the case, if they had nothing to do, cc-acp q-crq n1 pp-f d d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vhd pix pc-acp vdi, (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3269 but to deny him, when they were required by the Magistrate to do it? And then (proceeding in the same Discourse) he bids them, v. 28. Not to fear them that can kill the Body, and after that have no more that they can do; but to deny him, when they were required by the Magistrate to do it? And then (proceeding in the same Discourse) he bids them, v. 28. Not to Fear them that can kill the Body, and After that have no more that they can do; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31? cc av (vvg p-acp dt d n1) pns31 vvz pno32, n1 crd xx pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vmb vvi dt n1, cc p-acp d vhb dx av-dc cst pns32 vmb vdi; (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3270 that is, not to deny him, for fear of any Temporal Punishment or Suffering the Magistrate could inflict upon them; that is, not to deny him, for Fear of any Temporal Punishment or Suffering the Magistrate could inflict upon them; cst vbz, xx pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1 cc vvg dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32; (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3271 but to fear and obey him, who can destroy Body and Soul in Hell. but to Fear and obey him, who can destroy Body and Soul in Hell. p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, r-crq vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3272 And upon this Discourse our Saviour concludes, v. 32, 33. Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in Heaven; And upon this Discourse our Saviour concludes, v. 32, 33. Whosoever Therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in Heaven; cc p-acp d n1 po12 n1 vvz, n1 crd, crd c-crq av vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 vvi av p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1; (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3273 but whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in Heaven. but whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in Heaven. cc-acp r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n2, pno31 vmb pns11 av vvi p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3274 And now can any thing be plainer, than that our Saviour requires his Disciples to make Confession of him before Kings and Governours, And now can any thing be plainer, than that our Saviour requires his Disciples to make Confessi of him before Kings and Governors, cc av vmb d n1 vbi jc, cs cst po12 n1 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3275 and not to deny him for fear of any thing which they can do to them? But let us enquire a little farther, and not to deny him for Fear of any thing which they can do to them? But let us inquire a little farther, cc xx pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns32 vmb vdi p-acp pno32? cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi dt j av-jc, (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3276 and see how the Apostles, who received this Precept from our Saviour himself, did understand it. and see how the Apostles, who received this Precept from our Saviour himself, did understand it. cc vvb c-crq dt n2, r-crq vvd d n1 p-acp po12 n1 px31, vdd vvi pn31. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3277 Acts 4. 14. we find Peter and John summoned before the Jewish Magistrates, who strictly commanded them, not to speak at all, Acts 4. 14. we find Peter and John summoned before the Jewish Magistrates, who strictly commanded them, not to speak At all, vvz crd crd pns12 vvi np1 cc np1 vvn p-acp dt jp n2, r-crq av-j vvd pno32, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3278 nor teach in the Name of Jesus. nor teach in the Name of jesus. ccx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3279 But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whether it be right in the sight of God, to hearken unto you, more than unto God, judge ye. But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whither it be right in the sighed of God, to harken unto you, more than unto God, judge you. p-acp np1 cc np1 vvd cc vvd p-acp pno32, cs pn31 vbb j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, av-dc cs p-acp np1, vvb pn22. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3280 And when they still persisted in their course, notwithstanding the Command of the Magistrate, and were called again before the Council, Ch. 5. 28. And the High Priest asked them, saying, Did we not straitly command you, that you should not teach in this Name? and behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your Doctrine: And when they still persisted in their course, notwithstanding the Command of the Magistrate, and were called again before the Council, Christ 5. 28. And the High Priest asked them, saying, Did we not straitly command you, that you should not teach in this Name? and behold, you have filled Jerusalem with your Doctrine: cc c-crq pns32 av vvn p-acp po32 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbdr vvn av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc dt j n1 vvd pno32, vvg, vdd pns12 xx av-j vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1? cc vvb, pn22 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po22 n1: (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3281 They return them again the same Answer, v. 29. Then Peter and the other Apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. They return them again the same Answer, v. 29. Then Peter and the other Apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men. pns32 vvb pno32 av dt d n1, n1 crd av np1 cc dt j-jn n2 vvd cc vvd, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 av-c cs n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 176
3282 And let any Man now judge, whether our Saviour did not oblige Men to confess him even before Magistrates, And let any Man now judge, whither our Saviour did not oblige Men to confess him even before Magistrates, cc vvb d n1 av n1, cs po12 n1 vdd xx vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp n2, (17) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 176
3283 and to obey him rather than Men. and to obey him rather than Men. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-c cs n2. (17) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 176
3284 And indeed, how can any Man in reason think, that the great King and Governour of the World should invest any Man with a Power to control his Authority, And indeed, how can any Man in reason think, that the great King and Governor of the World should invest any Man with a Power to control his authority, cc av, q-crq vmb d n1 p-acp n1 vvi, cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 176
3285 and to oblige Men to disobey and renounce him, by whom Kings reign, and Princes decree judgment? This is a thing so unreasonable, that it can hardly be imagined, that any thing but down-right Malice against God and Religion could prompt any Man to advance such an Assertion. and to oblige Men to disobey and renounce him, by whom Kings Reign, and Princes Decree judgement? This is a thing so unreasonable, that it can hardly be imagined, that any thing but downright Malice against God and Religion could prompt any Man to advance such an Assertion. cc pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, p-acp ro-crq ng1 n1, cc ng1 n1 n1? d vbz dt n1 av j, cst pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, cst d n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 176
3286 I should now have proceeded to the Fourth and Last Particular, which I proposed to speak to; I should now have proceeded to the Fourth and Last Particular, which I proposed to speak to; pns11 vmd av vhi vvn p-acp dt ord cc vvb j-jn, r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp; (17) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 176
3287 namely, To vindicate the reasonableness of this Precept of Self-denial and Suffering for Christ, which at first Appearance may seem to be so very harsh and difficult. namely, To vindicate the reasonableness of this Precept of Self-denial and Suffering for christ, which At First Appearance may seem to be so very harsh and difficult. av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av av j cc j. (17) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 176
3288 But this, together with the Application of this Discourse, shall be reserved to another Oportunity. But this, together with the Application of this Discourse, shall be reserved to Another Opportunity. p-acp d, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (17) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 176
3289 A SERMON, ON MATTH. XVI. 24. Then said Jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, A SERMON, ON MATTHEW. XVI. 24. Then said jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, dt n1, p-acp av. np1. crd av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pno31 vvi px31, (18) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 205
3290 and take up his Cross and follow me. THEN said Jesus unto his Disciples; and take up his Cross and follow me. THEN said jesus unto his Disciples; cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11. av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 205
3291 that is, upon Occasion of his former Discourse with them, concerning his approaching Passion, and that he must shortly go up to Jerusalem, and there suffer many things of the Elders and Chief Priests and Scribes, that is, upon Occasion of his former Discourse with them, Concerning his approaching Passion, and that he must shortly go up to Jerusalem, and there suffer many things of the Elders and Chief Priests and Scribes, cst vbz, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, vvg po31 j-vvg n1, cc cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi a-acp p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f dt n2-jn cc j-jn n2 cc n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 593 Image 205
3292 and at last be put to Death by them; Then said Jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come after me; and At last be put to Death by them; Then said jesus unto his Disciples, If any man will come After me; cc p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11; (18) sermon (DIV1) 593 Image 205
3293 that is, If any Man will be my Disciple, and undertake the Profession of my Religion, he must do it upon these Terms of Self-denial and Suffering. that is, If any Man will be my Disciple, and undertake the Profession of my Religion, he must do it upon these Terms of Self-denial and Suffering. cst vbz, cs d n1 vmb vbi po11 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc vvg. (18) sermon (DIV1) 593 Image 205
3294 In the handling of these Words, I proceeded in this Method. In the handling of these Words, I proceeded in this Method. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, pns11 vvd p-acp d n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 594 Image 205
3295 First, I considered the way which our Saviour here useth in making Proselytes, and gaining Men over to his Religion. First, I considered the Way which our Saviour Here uses in making Proselytes, and gaining Men over to his Religion. ord, pns11 vvd dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 av vvz p-acp vvg n2, cc vvg n2 a-acp p-acp po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3296 He offers no manner of Force and Violence to compel Men to the Profession of it, He offers no manner of Force and Violence to compel Men to the Profession of it, pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3297 but fairly proposeth it to their Consideration and Choice; telling them plainly upon what Terms they must be his Disciples; but fairly Proposeth it to their Consideration and Choice; telling them plainly upon what Terms they must be his Disciples; cc-acp av-j vvz pn31 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; vvg pno32 av-j p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vmb vbi po31 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3298 if they like them, and be resolved to submit to them, well; if not, 'tis in vain to follow him any longer; if they like them, and be resolved to submit to them, well; if not, it's in vain to follow him any longer; cs pns32 vvb pno32, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, av; cs xx, pn31|vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi pno31 d av-jc; (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3299 for they cannot be his Disciples. for they cannot be his Disciples. p-acp pns32 vmbx vbi po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3300 And to use any other way than this to gain Men over to Religion, is contrary both to the Nature of Man, who is a Reasonable Creature; And to use any other Way than this to gain Men over to Religion, is contrary both to the Nature of Man, who is a Reasonable Creature; cc pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1 cs d pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp p-acp n1, vbz j-jn av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3301 and to the Nature of Religion, which, if it be not our Free Choice, cannot be Religion. and to the Nature of Religion, which, if it be not our Free Choice, cannot be Religion. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq, cs pn31 vbb xx po12 j n1, vmbx vbi n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 595 Image 205
3302 Secondly, I explained his Duty or Precept of Self-denial, express'd in these Words, Let him deny himself, and take up his Cross; Secondly, I explained his Duty or Precept of Self-denial, expressed in these Words, Let him deny himself, and take up his Cross; ord, pns11 vvd po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 596 Image 205
3303 which Phrase, of taking up one's Cross, is an Allusion to the Roman Custom, which was, That the Malefactor that was to be Crucified, was to take up his Cross upon his Shoulders, which Phrase, of taking up one's Cross, is an Allusion to the Roman Custom, which was, That the Malefactor that was to be crucified, was to take up his Cross upon his Shoulders, r-crq n1, pp-f vvg p-acp pig n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vbds, cst dt n1 cst vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 596 Image 205
3304 and to carry it to the Place of Execution. and to carry it to the Place of Execution. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 596 Image 205
3305 Now for our clearer understanding of this Precept of Self-denial, I told you, that it is not to be extended to every thing that may properly be call'd by that Name, Now for our clearer understanding of this Precept of Self-denial, I told you, that it is not to be extended to every thing that may properly be called by that Name, av p-acp po12 jc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvd pn22, cst pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cst vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp d n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 597 Image 205
3306 but to be limited by the plain Scope and Intendment of our Saviour's Discourse; and therefore I did in the but to be limited by the plain Scope and Intendment of our Saviour's Discourse; and Therefore I did in the cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1; cc av pns11 vdd p-acp dt (18) sermon (DIV1) 597 Image 205
3307 First Place remove several things which are instanced in by some, as intended and required by this Precept. As, First Place remove several things which Are instanced in by Some, as intended and required by this Precept. As, ord n1 vvb j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d, c-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1. p-acp, (18) sermon (DIV1) 598 Image 205
3308 1. That we should deny and renounce our own Sense in matters of Faith. But this I shewed to be absurd and impossible; 1. That we should deny and renounce our own Sense in matters of Faith. But this I showed to be absurd and impossible; crd cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvb po12 d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. p-acp d pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi j cc j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 205
3309 because if we do not believe what we see, or will believe contrary to what we see, we destroy all Certainty, there being no greater than that of Sense: Because if we do not believe what we see, or will believe contrary to what we see, we destroy all Certainty, there being no greater than that of Sense: c-acp cs pns12 vdb xx vvi r-crq pns12 vvb, cc vmb vvi j-jn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb d n1, a-acp vbg dx jc cs d pp-f n1: (18) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 205
3310 Besides, that the Evidence of Faith being less clear and certain than that of Sense, it is contrary to the Nature of Assent, which is always sway'd and born down by the greatest and clearest Evidence. Beside, that the Evidence of Faith being less clear and certain than that of Sense, it is contrary to the Nature of Assent, which is always swayed and born down by the greatest and Clearest Evidence. a-acp, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbg av-dc j cc j cs d pp-f n1, pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt js cc js n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 205
3311 So that we cannot assent to any thing in plain Contradiction to the Evidence of Sense. So that we cannot assent to any thing in plain Contradiction to the Evidence of Sense. av cst pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 205
3312 2. Others would comprehend under this Precept, the denying of our Reason in matters of Faith; 2. Others would comprehend under this Precept, the denying of our Reason in matters of Faith; crd n2-jn vmd vvi p-acp d n1, dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 205
3313 which is in the next degree of Absurdity to the other; because no Man can believe any thing, but upon some Reason or other; which is in the next degree of Absurdity to the other; Because no Man can believe any thing, but upon Some Reason or other; r-crq vbz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn; c-acp dx n1 vmb vvi d n1, cc-acp p-acp d n1 cc n-jn; (18) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 205
3314 and to believe without any Reason, or against Reason, is to make Faith unreasonable, and Infidelity reasonable. and to believe without any Reason, or against Reason, is to make Faith unreasonable, and Infidelity reasonable. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi n1 j, cc n1 j. (18) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 205
3315 3. Others pretend, that by virtue of this Precept, Men ought to be content to renounce their own Eternal Happiness, 3. Others pretend, that by virtue of this Precept, Men ought to be content to renounce their own Eternal Happiness, crd ng2-jn vvb, cst p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, n2 vmd pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi po32 d j n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3316 and to be Miserable for Ever, for the Glory of God, and the Salvation of their Brethren. and to be Miserable for Ever, for the Glory of God, and the Salvation of their Brothers. cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3317 But this I shewed cannot be a Duty, for this plain Reason; But this I showed cannot be a Duty, for this plain Reason; p-acp d pns11 vvd vmbx vbi dt n1, p-acp d j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3318 because if it were, there is no Argument left powerful enough to perswade a Man to it. Because if it were, there is no Argument left powerful enough to persuade a Man to it. c-acp cs pn31 vbdr, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvd j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3319 And as for the two Scripture Instances alledged to this purpose; And as for the two Scripture Instances alleged to this purpose; cc c-acp p-acp dt crd n1 n2 vvn p-acp d n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3320 Moses his Wish, of being blotted out of the Book of Life for the People of Israel, signifies no more than a Temporal Death; Moses his Wish, of being blotted out of the Book of Life for the People of Israel, signifies no more than a Temporal Death; np1 po31 n1, pp-f vbg vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz av-dx dc cs dt j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3321 and St. Paul 's, of being accursed from Christ for his Brethren, is only an hyperbolical Expression of his great Passion and Zeal for the Salvation of his Country-men; and Saint Paul is, of being accursed from christ for his Brothers, is only an hyperbolical Expression of his great Passion and Zeal for the Salvation of his Countrymen; cc n1 np1 vbz, pp-f vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3322 as is evident from the Form of the Expression; such as is commonly used to usher in an Hyperbole; as is evident from the From of the Expression; such as is commonly used to usher in an Hyperbole; a-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d c-acp vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3323 I could wish. And in the I could wish. And in the pns11 vmd vvi. cc p-acp dt (18) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 205
3324 Second Place, I shewed positively, That the plain meaning of this Precept of Self-denial is this, and nothing but this; Second Place, I showed positively, That the plain meaning of this Precept of Self-denial is this, and nothing but this; ord n1, pns11 vvd av-j, cst dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, cc pix p-acp d; (18) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 205
3325 That we should be willing to part with all our Temporal Interests and Enjoyments, and even Life it self, That we should be willing to part with all our Temporal Interests and Enjoyments, and even Life it self, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d po12 j n2 cc n2, cc av n1 pn31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 205
3326 for the sake of Christ and his Religion. for the sake of christ and his Religion. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 205
3327 This is to deny our selves. And then, that we should be willing to bear any temporal Inconvenience and Suffering upon the same Account. This is to deny our selves. And then, that we should be willing to bear any temporal Inconvenience and Suffering upon the same Account. d vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2. cc av, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n1 cc vvg p-acp dt d vvb. (18) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 205
3328 This is to take up our Cross. This is to take up our Cross. d vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 205
3329 And this I shewed from the Instances which our Saviour gives of Self-denial, whenever he had occasion to discourse of it. And this I showed from the Instances which our Saviour gives of Self-denial, whenever he had occasion to discourse of it. cc d pns11 vvd p-acp dt n2 r-crq po12 n1 vvz pp-f n1, av pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 205
3330 Thirdly, I considered the strict and indispensable Obligation of this Precept of Self-denial, rather than to forsake Christ and his Religion. Thirdly, I considered the strict and indispensable Obligation of this Precept of Self-denial, rather than to forsake christ and his Religion. ord, pns11 vvd dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, av-c cs pc-acp vvi np1 cc po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 205
3331 Without this Disposition and Resolution of Mind we cannot be his Disciples; And if we deny him before Men; Without this Disposition and Resolution of Mind we cannot be his Disciples; And if we deny him before Men; p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmbx vbi po31 n2; cc cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 205
3332 he will also deny us before his Father which is in Heaven. he will also deny us before his Father which is in Heaven. pns31 vmb av vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 205
3333 And this Confession of Him and his Truth we are to make before Kings and Governours, And this Confessi of Him and his Truth we Are to make before Kings and Governors, cc d n1 pp-f pno31 cc po31 n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 205
3334 and notwithstanding their Commands to the contrary, which are of no Force against the Laws and Commands of God. Thus far I have gone. There remains only the and notwithstanding their Commands to the contrary, which Are of no Force against the Laws and Commands of God. Thus Far I have gone. There remains only the cc p-acp po32 vvz p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vbr pp-f dx n1 p-acp dt n2 cc vvz pp-f np1. av av-j pns11 vhb vvn. pc-acp vvz av-j dt (18) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 205
3335 IV. And Last Particular, which I proposed to speak to; IV. And Last Particular, which I proposed to speak to; np1 cc vvb j-jn, r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp; (18) sermon (DIV1) 605 Image 205
3336 viz. To vindicate the Reasonableness of this Self-denial and Suffering for Christ, which at first appearance may seem to be so very difficult. viz. To vindicate the Reasonableness of this Self-denial and Suffering for christ, which At First appearance may seem to be so very difficult. n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc vvg p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av av j. (18) sermon (DIV1) 605 Image 205
3337 And this Precept cannot be thought unreasonable, if we take into Consideration these Three Things. I. And this Precept cannot be Thought unreasonable, if we take into Consideration these Three Things. I. cc d n1 vmbx vbi vvn j, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 d crd n2. pns11. (18) sermon (DIV1) 605 Image 205
3338 That He who requires this of us, hath Himself given us the greatest Example of Self-denial that ever was. That He who requires this of us, hath Himself given us the greatest Exampl of Self-denial that ever was. cst pns31 r-crq vvz d pp-f pno12, vhz px31 vvn pno12 dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds. (18) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 205
3339 The greatest in it self, in that he denied himself more, and suffered more grievous things, The greatest in it self, in that he denied himself more, and suffered more grievous things, dt js p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp cst pns31 vvd px31 av-dc, cc vvd av-dc j n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 205
3340 than it is possible for any of us to do: than it is possible for any of us to do: cs pn31 vbz j p-acp d pp-f pno12 pc-acp vdi: (18) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 205
3341 And such an Example, as in the Circumstances of it, is most apt and powerful to engage and oblige us to the imitation of it; And such an Exampl, as in the circumstances of it, is most apt and powerful to engage and oblige us to the imitation of it; cc d dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbz av-ds j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 205
3342 because all his Self-denial and Sufferings were for our sakes. Because all his Self-denial and Sufferings were for our sakes. c-acp d po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr p-acp po12 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 205
3343 II. If we cosider, That he hath promised all needful Supplies of his Grace, to enable us to the Discharge of this difficult Duty of Self-denial and Suffering, II If we Consider, That he hath promised all needful Supplies of his Grace, to enable us to the Discharge of this difficult Duty of Self-denial and Suffering, crd cs pns12 vvb, cst pns31 vhz vvn d j n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, (18) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 205
3344 and to support and comfort us therein. III. He hath assured us of a Glorious Reward of all our Sufferings and Selfdenial, beyond the Proportion of them, both in the Degree and Duration of it. and to support and Comfort us therein. III. He hath assured us of a Glorious Reward of all our Sufferings and Self-denial, beyond the Proportion of them, both in the Degree and Duration of it. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 av. np1. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d po12 n2 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 205
3345 I shall go over these as briefly as I can. I. I shall go over these as briefly as I can. I. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb. pns11. (18) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 205
3346 If we consider, That He who requires us thus to deny our selves for him, hath given us the greatest Example of Self-denyal that ever was. If we Consider, That He who requires us thus to deny our selves for him, hath given us the greatest Exampl of Self-denial that ever was. cs pns12 vvb, cst pns31 r-crq vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, vhz vvn pno12 dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3347 Our Saviour knowing how unwelcome this Doctrine of Self-denyal and Suffering must needs be to his Disciples, Our Saviour knowing how unwelcome this Doctrine of Self-denial and Suffering must needs be to his Disciples, po12 n1 vvg c-crq j d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg vmb av vbi p-acp po31 n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3348 and how hardly this Precept would go down with them; and how hardly this Precept would go down with them; cc c-crq av d n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pno32; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3349 to sweeten it a little, and take off the harshness of it, and to prepare their Minds the better for it, he tells them first of his own Sufferings; to sweeten it a little, and take off the harshness of it, and to prepare their Minds the better for it, he tells them First of his own Sufferings; pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 dt jc p-acp pn31, pns31 vvz pno32 ord pp-f po31 d n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3350 that by that means he might, in some measure, reconcile their Minds to it, when they saw that he required nothing of them, that by that means he might, in Some measure, reconcile their Minds to it, when they saw that he required nothing of them, cst p-acp d n2 pns31 vmd, p-acp d n1, vvb po32 n2 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns32 vvd cst pns31 vvd pix pp-f pno32, (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3351 but what he was ready to undergo Himself, and to give them the Example of it. but what he was ready to undergo Himself, and to give them the Exampl of it. cc-acp q-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi px31, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3352 And upon this Occasion it was, that our Saviour acquaints them with the hard and difficult Terms upon which they must be his Disciples. And upon this Occasion it was, that our Saviour acquaints them with the hard and difficult Terms upon which they must be his Disciples. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbds, cst po12 n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j cc j n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vbi po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3353 V. 21. The Evangelist tells us, that Jesus began to shew unto his Disciples; V. 21. The Evangelist tells us, that jesus began to show unto his Disciples; n1 crd dt np1 vvz pno12, cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3354 how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the Elders, and Chief-Priests, and Scribes, and be killed. how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the Elders, and Chief-priests, and Scribes, and be killed. c-crq cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi d n2 pp-f dt n2-jn, cc n2, cc n2, cc vbi vvn. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3355 Then said Jesus unto his Disciples; Then said jesus unto his Disciples; av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3356 that is, immediately upon this Discourse of his own Sufferings, as the fittest time for it, he takes the Oportunity to tell them plainly of their own Sufferings; that is, immediately upon this Discourse of his own Sufferings, as the Fittest time for it, he Takes the Opportunity to tell them plainly of their own Sufferings; cst vbz, av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 d n2, c-acp dt js n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j pp-f po32 d n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3357 and that unless they were prepared and resolved to deny themselves so far, as to suffer all manner of Persecution for his sake and the Profession of his Religion; and that unless they were prepared and resolved to deny themselves so Far, as to suffer all manner of Persecution for his sake and the Profession of his Religion; cc cst cs pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi px32 av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3358 they could not be his Disciples. they could not be his Disciples. pns32 vmd xx vbi po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3359 If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross, and follow me; If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross, and follow me; cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pno31 vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pno11; (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3360 that is, let him reckon and resolve upon following that Example of Self-denyal and Suffering, in which I will go before him. that is, let him reckon and resolve upon following that Exampl of Self-denial and Suffering, in which I will go before him. cst vbz, vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3361 Now the Consideration of this Example of Self-denyal and Suffering, which our Saviour hath given us, hath great force in it to reconcile us to this difficult Duty, Now the Consideration of this Exampl of Self-denial and Suffering, which our Saviour hath given us, hath great force in it to reconcile us to this difficult Duty, av dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, vhz j n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d j n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3362 and to shew the Reasonableness of it. and to show the Reasonableness of it. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 205
3363 1. That He who requires us thus to deny our selves, hath Himself in his own Person, given us the greatest Example of self-denyal that ever was. And, 1. That He who requires us thus to deny our selves, hath Himself in his own Person, given us the greatest Exampl of self-denial that ever was. And, crd cst pns31 r-crq vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vhz px31 p-acp po31 d n1, vvn pno12 dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds. np1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 205
3364 2. Such an Example, as, in all the Circumstances of it, is most apt and powerful to engage and oblige us to the imitation of it; 2. Such an Exampl, as, in all the circumstances of it, is most apt and powerful to engage and oblige us to the imitation of it; crd d dt n1, c-acp, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbz av-ds j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 611 Image 205
3365 because all his Self-denyal and Sufferings were for our sakes. Because all his Self-denial and Sufferings were for our sakes. c-acp d po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr p-acp po12 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 611 Image 205
3366 1. He who requires us thus to deny our selves, hath Himself in his own Person given us the greatest Example of Self-denyal that ever was; 1. He who requires us thus to deny our selves, hath Himself in his own Person given us the greatest Exampl of Self-denial that ever was; crd pns31 r-crq vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vhz px31 p-acp po31 d n1 vvn pno12 dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst av vbds; (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3367 in that he denyed himself more, and suffered more grievous things, than any of us can do. in that he denied himself more, and suffered more grievous things, than any of us can do. p-acp cst pns31 vvd px31 av-dc, cc vvd av-dc j n2, cs d pp-f pno12 vmb vdi. (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3368 He bore the insupportable Load of all the Sins of all Mankind, and of the Wrath and Vengeance due to them. He boar the insupportable Load of all the Sins of all Mankind, and of the Wrath and Vengeance due to them. pns31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 j-jn p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3369 Never was sorrow like to his sorrow, wherewith the Lord afflicted him in the day of his fierce anger. Never was sorrow like to his sorrow, wherewith the Lord afflicted him in the day of his fierce anger. av-x vbds n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3370 He was despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with griefs; He was despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with griefs; pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn pp-f n2; dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvn p-acp n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3371 his visage was marred more than any mans, and his form more than the sons of men. (i. e.) He underwent more Affliction, and had more Contempt poured upon him, than ever was upon any of the Sons of Men; his visage was marred more than any men, and his from more than the Sons of men. (i. e.) He underwent more Affliction, and had more Contempt poured upon him, than ever was upon any of the Sons of Men; po31 n1 vbds vvn av-dc cs d n2, cc po31 n1 av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f n2. (uh. sy.) pns31 vvd dc n1, cc vhd dc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cs av vbds p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3372 and yet he endured all this with incredible Patience and Meekness, with the greatest Evenness and Constancy of Mind, and yet he endured all this with incredible Patience and Meekness, with the greatest Evenness and Constancy of Mind, cc av pns31 vvd d d p-acp j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3373 and with the most perfect Submission and Resignation of himself to the Will of God, that can be imagined. and with the most perfect Submission and Resignation of himself to the Will of God, that can be imagined. cc p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc n1 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb vbi vvn. (18) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 205
3374 Such an Example as this should be of great force to animate us with the like Courage and Resolution, in lesser Dangers and Difficulties. Such an Exampl as this should be of great force to animate us with the like Courage and Resolution, in lesser Dangers and Difficulties. d dt n1 c-acp d vmd vbi pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp jc n2 cc n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3375 To see the Captain of our Salvation going before us, and leading us on so bravely, and made perfect by greater sufferings than we can ever be called to, To see the Captain of our Salvation going before us, and leading us on so bravely, and made perfect by greater sufferings than we can ever be called to, p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvg p-acp pno12, cc vvg pno12 p-acp av av-j, cc vvd j p-acp jc n2 cs pns12 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp, (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3376 or are any ways able to undergo, is no small Argument and Encouragement to us, to take up our Cross and follow him. or Are any ways able to undergo, is no small Argument and Encouragement to us, to take up our Cross and follow him. cc vbr d n2 j pc-acp vvi, vbz dx j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp vvb a-acp po12 n1 cc vvi pno31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3377 The Consideration of the unknown Sufferings of the Son of God, so great as we cannot well conceive of them, should make all the Afflictions and Sufferings that can befall us, not only tolerable, but easie to us. The Consideration of the unknown Sufferings of the Son of God, so great as we cannot well conceive of them, should make all the Afflictions and Sufferings that can befall us, not only tolerable, but easy to us. dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av j c-acp pns12 vmbx av vvi pp-f pno32, vmd vvi d dt n2 cc n2 cst vmb vvi pno12, xx av-j j, cc-acp j p-acp pno12. (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3378 Upon this Consideration it is, that the Apostle animates Christians to Patience in their Christian Course, notwithstanding all the Hardships and Sufferings that attended it; Upon this Consideration it is, that the Apostle animates Christians to Patience in their Christian Course, notwithstanding all the Hardships and Sufferings that attended it; p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz, cst dt n1 vvz np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 np1 n1, c-acp d dt n2 cc n2 cst vvd pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3379 Heb. 12. 2. Let us run with patience the race which is set before us, looking unto Jesus the Author and Finisher of our Faith, who endured the Cross, and despised the Shame. Hebrew 12. 2. Let us run with patience the raze which is Set before us, looking unto jesus the Author and Finisher of our Faith, who endured the Cross, and despised the Shame. np1 crd crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvd dt n1, cc vvd dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3380 For consider him, who endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye also be weary and faint in your minds. For Consider him, who endured such contradiction of Sinners against himself, lest you also be weary and faint in your minds. p-acp vvi pno31, r-crq vvd d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px31, cs pn22 av vbi j cc j p-acp po22 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 205
3381 And this Example is more Powerful for our Encouragement, because therein we see the World conquered to our Hands, And this Exampl is more Powerful for our Encouragement, Because therein we see the World conquered to our Hands, cc d n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp av pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 614 Image 205
3382 and all the Terrours and Temptations of it baffled and subdued, and thereby a cheap and easie Victory over it obtained for us. and all the Terrors and Temptations of it baffled and subdued, and thereby a cheap and easy Victory over it obtained for us. cc d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 vvn cc vvn, cc av dt j cc j n1 p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp pno12. (18) sermon (DIV1) 614 Image 205
3383 By this Consideration, our Saviour endeavours to inspire his Disciples with Chearfulness and Courage in this great Conflict; By this Consideration, our Saviour endeavours to inspire his Disciples with Cheerfulness and Courage in this great Conflict; p-acp d n1, po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 614 Image 205
3384 John 16. 33. In the world ye shall have tribulation; but be of good chear, I have overcome the world. John 16. 33. In the world you shall have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1; cc-acp vbb pp-f j n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 614 Image 205
3385 2. This Example of our Saviour, is such, as in all the Circumstances of it, is most apt and powerful to engage and oblige us to the Imitation of it; 2. This Exampl of our Saviour, is such, as in all the circumstances of it, is most apt and powerful to engage and oblige us to the Imitation of it; crd d n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbz d, c-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbz av-ds j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3386 because all his Self-denyal and Sufferings were for our sakes, in Pity and Kindness to us, Because all his Self-denial and Sufferings were for our sakes, in Pity and Kindness to us, c-acp d po31 n1 cc n2 vbdr p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3387 and wholly for our Benefit and Advantage. and wholly for our Benefit and Advantage. cc av-jn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3388 We are apt to have their Example in great regard, from whom we have received great Kindness and mighty Benefits. We Are apt to have their Exampl in great regard, from whom we have received great Kindness and mighty Benefits. pns12 vbr j pc-acp vhi po32 n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb vvn j n1 cc j n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3389 This Pattern of Self-denyal and Suffering, which our Religion proposeth to us, is the Example of One, whom we have Reason to Esteem, This Pattern of Self-denial and Suffering, which our Religion Proposeth to us, is the Exampl of One, whom we have Reason to Esteem, d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f crd, ro-crq pns12 vhb n1 p-acp n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3390 and Love, and Imitate, above any Person in the World. and Love, and Imitate, above any Person in the World. cc n1, cc vvi, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3391 'Tis the Example of our Lord and Master, of our Sovereign and our Saviour, of the Founder of our Religion, It's the Exampl of our Lord and Master, of our Sovereign and our Saviour, of the Founder of our Religion, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, pp-f po12 n-jn cc po12 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3392 and of the Author and Finisher of our Faith: And surely such an Example must needs carry Authority with it, and command our Imitation. and of the Author and Finisher of our Faith: And surely such an Exampl must needs carry authority with it, and command our Imitation. cc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1: cc av-j d dt n1 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvb po12 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3393 'Tis the Example of our best Friend, and greatest Benefactor; It's the Exampl of our best Friend, and greatest Benefactor; pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 js n1, cc js n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3394 of Him, who laid down his Life for us, and sealed his Love to us with his dearest Blood; of Him, who laid down his Life for us, and sealed his Love to us with his dearest Blood; pp-f pno31, r-crq vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 js-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3395 and, even when we were bitter Enemies to him, did, and suffered more for us, than any Man ever did for his best Friend. and, even when we were bitter Enemies to him, did, and suffered more for us, than any Man ever did for his best Friend. cc, av c-crq pns12 vbdr j n2 p-acp pno31, vdd, cc vvd av-dc p-acp pno12, cs d n1 av vdd p-acp po31 js n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3396 If we should be reduced to Poverty and Want, let us consider Him; Who being Lord of all, had not where to lay his head; If we should be reduced to Poverty and Want, let us Consider Him; Who being Lord of all, had not where to lay his head; cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi pno31; r-crq vbg n1 pp-f d, vhd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3397 who being rich, for our sakes became poor; that we through his poverty might be made rich. who being rich, for our sakes became poor; that we through his poverty might be made rich. r-crq vbg j, c-acp po12 n2 vvd j; cst pns12 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn j. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3398 If it should be our lot to be persecuted for righteousness sake, and exercised with Sufferings and Reproaches; If it should be our lot to be persecuted for righteousness sake, and exercised with Sufferings and Reproaches; cs pn31 vmd vbi po12 n1 p-acp vbb vvn p-acp n1 n1, cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3399 Let us look unto Jesus the Author and Finisher of our Faith, who endured the Cross, Let us look unto jesus the Author and Finisher of our Faith, who endured the Cross, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvd dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3400 and despised the shame for our sakes. and despised the shame for our sakes. cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3401 In a Word, can we be discontented at any Condition, or decline it in a good Cause; In a Word, can we be discontented At any Condition, or decline it in a good Cause; p-acp dt n1, vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3402 when we consider how Contented the Son of God was, in the meanest and most destitute; when we Consider how Contented the Son of God was, in the Meanest and most destitute; c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds, p-acp dt js cc av-ds j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3403 how Meek and Patient in the most afflicted and suffering Condition; how Meek and Patient in the most afflicted and suffering Condition; c-crq j cc j p-acp dt av-ds j-vvn cc j-vvg n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3404 how he welcomed all Events, and was so perfectly resigned to the Will of his Heavenly Father, that whatever pleased God, pleased him? how he welcomed all Events, and was so perfectly resigned to the Will of his Heavenly Father, that whatever pleased God, pleased him? c-crq pns31 vvd d n2, cc vbds av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cst r-crq vvd np1, vvd pno31? (18) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 205
3405 And surely in no Case is Example more necessary than in this, to engage and encourage us in the discharge of so difficult a Duty, And surely in no Case is Exampl more necessary than in this, to engage and encourage us in the discharge of so difficult a Duty, cc av-j p-acp dx n1 vbz n1 av-dc j cs p-acp d, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3406 so contrary to the bent and inclination of Flesh and Blood. so contrary to the bent and inclination of Flesh and Blood. av j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3407 A bare Precept of Self-denial, and a peremptory Command to sacrifice our own Wills, our Ease, our Pleasure, our Reputation, A bore Precept of Self-denial, and a peremptory Command to sacrifice our own Wills, our Ease, our Pleasure, our Reputation, dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j vvi pc-acp vvi po12 d n2, po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3408 yea and Life it self, to the Glory of God, and the Maintenance of his Truth, would have sounded very harsh and severe, had not the Practice of all this been mollified and sweetned by a Pattern of so much advantage; yea and Life it self, to the Glory of God, and the Maintenance of his Truth, would have sounded very harsh and severe, had not the Practice of all this been mollified and sweetened by a Pattern of so much advantage; uh cc n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vhi vvn av j cc j, vhd xx dt n1 pp-f d d vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3409 by One who in all these respects denied himself, much more than it is possible for us to do; by One who in all these respects denied himself, much more than it is possible for us to do; p-acp pi r-crq p-acp d d n2 vvd px31, av-d av-dc cs pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi; (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3410 by One who might have insisted upon a greater Right; who abased himself, and stooped from a greater Hight and Dignity; by One who might have insisted upon a greater Right; who abased himself, and stooped from a greater Hight and Dignity; p-acp pi r-crq vmd vhi vvd p-acp dt jc n-jn; r-crq vvd px31, cc vvd p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3411 who was not forced into a condition of Meanness and Poverty, but chose it for our sakes; who was not forced into a condition of Meanness and Poverty, but chosen it for our sakes; r-crq vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp po12 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3412 who submitted to Suffering, tho he had never deserved it. who submitted to Suffering, though he had never deserved it. r-crq vvd p-acp vvg, cs pns31 vhd av-x vvn pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3413 Here is an Example that hath all the Argument, and all the Encouragement that can be, to the imitation of it. Here is an Exampl that hath all the Argument, and all the Encouragement that can be, to the imitation of it. av vbz dt n1 cst vhz d dt n1, cc d dt n1 cst vmb vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 205
3414 Such an Example is of greater force and authority than any Precept or Law can be: Such an Exampl is of greater force and Authority than any Precept or Law can be: d dt n1 vbz pp-f jc n1 cc n1 cs d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi: (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3415 So that well might our Lord, thus going before us, command us to follow him, So that well might our Lord, thus going before us, command us to follow him, av cst av vmd po12 n1, av vvg p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31, (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3416 and say, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me. and say, If any man will come After me, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross and follow me. cc vvi, cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pno31 vvi px31, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11. (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3417 For if He thus denied himself, well may We, who have much less to deny, but much more Cause and Reason to do it. For if He thus denied himself, well may We, who have much less to deny, but much more Cause and Reason to do it. c-acp cs pns31 av vvd px31, av vmb pns12, r-crq vhb d dc pc-acp vvi, cc-acp d n1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3418 He did it voluntarily, and of choice; but it is our Duty. He did it for our sakes; He did it voluntarily, and of choice; but it is our Duty. He did it for our sakes; pns31 vdd pn31 av-jn, cc pp-f n1; cc-acp pn31 vbz po12 n1. pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp po12 n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3419 we do it for our own. His own Goodness moved him to deny himself for us; we do it for our own. His own goodness moved him to deny himself for us; pns12 vdb pn31 p-acp po12 d. po31 d n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno12; (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3420 but Gratitude obligeth us to deny our selves in any thing for him. We did not in the least deserve any thing from him; but Gratitude obliges us to deny our selves in any thing for him. We did not in the least deserve any thing from him; cc-acp n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno31. pns12 vdd xx p-acp dt ds vvi d n1 p-acp pno31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3421 but he hath wholly merited all this, and infinitely more from us. but he hath wholly merited all this, and infinitely more from us. cc-acp pns31 vhz av-jn vvn d d, cc av-j av-dc p-acp pno12. (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3422 So that such an Example as this is, in all the Circumstances of it, cannot but be very powerful and effectual, to oblige us to the Imitation of it. So that such an Exampl as this is, in all the circumstances of it, cannot but be very powerful and effectual, to oblige us to the Imitation of it. av cst d dt n1 c-acp d vbz, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, vmbx p-acp vbi av j cc j, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3423 But the Reasonableness of this Precept will yet farther appear, if we consider in the But the Reasonableness of this Precept will yet farther appear, if we Consider in the p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb av av-jc vvb, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt (18) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 205
3424 Third place, That God hath promised to all Sincere Christians all needful Supplies of his Grace, to inable them to the discharge of this difficult Duty of Self-denial, Third place, That God hath promised to all Sincere Christians all needful Supplies of his Grace, to inable them to the discharge of this difficult Duty of Self-denial, ord n1, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp d j np1 d j n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp j pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3425 and to support and comfort them therein. and to support and Comfort them therein. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 av. (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3426 For the Spirit of Christ dwells in all Christians, and the same Glorious Power that raised up Jesus from the Dead, works mightily in them that believe; For the Spirit of christ dwells in all Christians, and the same Glorious Power that raised up jesus from the Dead, works mightily in them that believe; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d np1, cc dt d j n1 cst vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt j, vvz av-j p-acp pno32 cst vvb; (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3427 Eph. 1. 19. That ye may know (saith St. Paul, speaking in general to all Christians) what is the exceeding greatness of his Power to us-ward, who believe, according to the working of his mighty Power which he wrought in Christ, Ephesians 1. 19. That you may know (Says Saint Paul, speaking in general to all Christians) what is the exceeding greatness of his Power to usward, who believe, according to the working of his mighty Power which he wrought in christ, np1 crd crd cst pn22 vmb vvi (vvz n1 np1, vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d np1) q-crq vbz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvb, vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3428 when he raised him from the dead. when he raised him from the dead. c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j. (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3429 Of our selves we are very weak, and the Temptations and Terrors of the world very powerful; Of our selves we Are very weak, and the Temptations and Terrors of the world very powerful; pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vbr av j, cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 av j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3430 but there is a Principle residing in every true Christian, able to bear us up against the World, but there is a Principle residing in every true Christian, able to bear us up against the World, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp d j njp, j pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3431 and the power of all its Temptations. Whatsoever is born of God (saith St. John) overcometh the world; and the power of all its Temptations. Whatsoever is born of God (Says Saint John) Overcometh the world; cc dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2. r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 (vvz n1 np1) vvz dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3432 and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our Faith. Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome; and this is the victory that Overcometh the world, even our Faith. You Are of God, little children, and have overcome; cc d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, av po12 n1. pn22 vbr pp-f np1, j n2, cc vhb vvn; (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3433 because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. Because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. p-acp jc vbz pns31 cst vbz p-acp pn22, cs pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 205
3434 And this Grace and Strength was afforded to the first Christians in a most Extraordinary manner, And this Grace and Strength was afforded to the First Christians in a most Extraordinary manner, cc d n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord np1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3435 for their Comfort and Support under Sufferings: for their Comfort and Support under Sufferings: p-acp po32 n1 cc vvb p-acp n2: (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3436 So that they were strengthned with all Might, according to God's glorious Power, unto all long-suffering with joyfulness; So that they were strengthened with all Might, according to God's glorious Power, unto all long-suffering with joyfulness; av cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d vmd, vvg p-acp npg1 j n1, p-acp d j p-acp n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3437 as St. Paul prays for the Colossians, Ch. 1. 11. And these Consolations of the Spirit of God, this Joy in the Holy Ghost, was not peculiarly appropriated to the first times of Christianity; as Saint Paul prays for the colossians, Christ 1. 11. And these Consolations of the Spirit of God, this Joy in the Holy Ghost, was not peculiarly appropriated to the First times of Christianity; p-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, np1 crd crd cc d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, d n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbds xx av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f np1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3438 but is still afforded to all sincere Christians, in such degree as is necessary, and convenient for them. but is still afforded to all sincere Christians, in such degree as is necessary, and convenient for them. cc-acp vbz av vvn p-acp d j np1, p-acp d n1 c-acp vbz j, cc j p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3439 And whenever God exerciseth Good Men, with tryals more than humane, and such Sufferings as are beyond the ordinary rate of humane Strength and Patience to bear, he hath promised to endue them with more than humane Courage and Resolution. And whenever God Exerciseth Good Men, with trials more than humane, and such Sufferings as Are beyond the ordinary rate of humane Strength and Patience to bear, he hath promised to endue them with more than humane Courage and Resolution. cc av np1 vvz j n2, p-acp n2 av-dc cs j, cc d n2 c-acp vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dc cs j n1 cc n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3440 So St. Paul tells the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 10. 13. He is faithful that hath promised, who will not suffer you to be tempted above what ye are able, So Saint Paul tells the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 10. 13. He is faithful that hath promised, who will not suffer you to be tempted above what you Are able, av n1 np1 vvz dt np1, vvn np1 crd crd pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn, r-crq vmb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr j, (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3441 but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. but will with the temptation also make a Way to escape, that you may be able to bear it. cc-acp vmb p-acp dt n1 av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3442 And why should we be daunted at any Suffering; And why should we be daunted At any Suffering; cc q-crq vmd pns12 vbi vvn p-acp d vvg; (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3443 if God be pleased to increase our Strength, in proportion to the Sharpness of our Sufferings? if God be pleased to increase our Strength, in proportion to the Sharpness of our Sufferings? cs np1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? (18) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 205
3444 And Blessed be God, many of our persecuted Brethren at this day have remarkably found this comfortable Assistance and Support; And Blessed be God, many of our persecuted Brothers At this day have remarkably found this comfortable Assistance and Support; cc vvn vbb np1, d pp-f po12 vvn n2 p-acp d n1 vhb av-j vvn d j n1 cc vvb; (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3445 tho many likewise have fallen through fear and weakness; as it also hapen'd in the Primitive times. though many likewise have fallen through Fear and weakness; as it also happened in the Primitive times. cs d av vhb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; c-acp pn31 av vvd p-acp dt j n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3446 But where ever this Promise is not made good, it is (as I have formerly said) by reason of some Fault and Failing on our part. But where ever this Promise is not made good, it is (as I have formerly said) by reason of Some Fault and Failing on our part. p-acp q-crq av d n1 vbz xx vvn j, pn31 vbz (c-acp pns11 vhb av-j vvn) p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc vvg p-acp po12 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3447 Either Men were not Sincere in the profession of the Truth, and then no wonder, If when Tribulation and Persecution ariseth, Either Men were not Sincere in the profession of the Truth, and then no wonder, If when Tribulation and Persecution arises, av-d n2 vbdr xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av dx n1, cs c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz, (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3448 because of the Word, they are offended and fall off: Because of the Word, they Are offended and fallen off: c-acp pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn cc vvi a-acp: (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3449 Or else they were too Confident to themselves, and did not seek God's Grace and Assistance, Or Else they were too Confident to themselves, and did not seek God's Grace and Assistance, cc av pns32 vbdr av j p-acp px32, cc vdd xx vvi npg1 n1 cc n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3450 and relie upon it as they ought; and rely upon it as they ought; cc vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pns32 vmd; (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3451 and thereupon God hath left them to themselves (as he did Peter ) to convince them of their own Frailty and rash Confidence; and thereupon God hath left them to themselves (as he did Peter) to convince them of their own Frailty and rash Confidence; cc av np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp px32 (c-acp pns31 vdd np1) pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 d n1 cc j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3452 and yet even in that case, when there is Truth and Sincerity at the bottom, there is no Reason to doubt, and yet even in that case, when there is Truth and Sincerity At the bottom, there is no Reason to doubt, cc av av p-acp d n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3453 but that the Goodness of God is such, as by some means or other to give to such persons (as he did to Peter ) the oportunity of recovering themselves by Repentance, but that the goodness of God is such, as by Some means or other to give to such Persons (as he did to Peter) the opportunity of recovering themselves by Repentance, cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d, c-acp p-acp d n2 cc j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 (c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp np1) dt n1 pp-f vvg px32 p-acp n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3454 and a more stedfast Resolution afterwards. and a more steadfast Resolution afterwards. cc dt av-dc j n1 av. (18) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 205
3455 4. If we consider, in the last place, that our Saviour hath assured us of a Glorious and Eternal Reward of all our Self-denial and Sufferings for him; 4. If we Consider, in the last place, that our Saviour hath assured us of a Glorious and Eternal Reward of all our Self-denial and Sufferings for him; crd cs pns12 vvb, p-acp dt ord n1, cst po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f d po12 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 621 Image 205
3456 a Reward Infinitely beyond the proportion of our Sufferings, both in the Degree and Duration of it. a Reward Infinitely beyond the proportion of our Sufferings, both in the Degree and Duration of it. dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 621 Image 205
3457 Now the clear discovery of this is peculiarly owing to the Christian Religion, and the appearance of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished Death, Now the clear discovery of this is peculiarly owing to the Christian Religion, and the appearance of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ, who hath abolished Death, av dt j n1 pp-f d vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt njp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 621 Image 205
3458 and brought Life and Immortality to light by the Gospel. and brought Life and Immortality to Light by the Gospel. cc vvd n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 621 Image 205
3459 And as our Blessed Saviour hath assured us of this Blessed State of Good Men in another World; And as our Blessed Saviour hath assured us of this Blessed State of Good Men in Another World; cc p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 vhz vvn pno12 pp-f d j-vvn n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp j-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3460 so hath he likewise assur'd us, that greater Degrees of this Happiness shall be the Portion of Those who suffer for Him and his Truth: so hath he likewise assured us, that greater Degrees of this Happiness shall be the Portion of Those who suffer for Him and his Truth: av vhz pns31 av vvn pno12, cst jc n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1: (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3461 Mat. 5. 10, 11, 12. Blessed are they which are persecuted for Righteousness sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven. Mathew 5. 10, 11, 12. Blessed Are they which Are persecuted for Righteousness sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven. np1 crd crd, crd, crd j-vvn vbr pns32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 n1, c-acp png32 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3462 Blessed are ye when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and speak all manner of evil against you falsly, for my Names sake. Blessed Are you when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and speak all manner of evil against you falsely, for my Names sake. j-vvn vbr pn22 c-crq n2 vmb vvi pn22, cc vvi pn22, cc vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp pn22 av-j, p-acp po11 n2 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3463 Rejoyce and be exceeding glad, for great is your Reward in Heaven. And nothing surely can be more Reasonable, than to part with things of Small Value, Rejoice and be exceeding glad, for great is your Reward in Heaven. And nothing surely can be more Reasonable, than to part with things of Small Valve, vvb cc vbi vvg j, c-acp j vbz po22 n1 p-acp n1. cc pix av-j vmb vbi av-dc j, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j vvi, (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3464 for things infinitely Greater and more Considerable; for things infinitely Greater and more Considerable; c-acp n2 av-j jc cc av-dc j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3465 to forego the Transient Pleasures and Enjoyments, and the Imperfect Felicities of this World, for the Solid, to forego the Transient Pleasures and Enjoyments, and the Imperfect Felicities of this World, for the Solid, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j, (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3466 and Perfect, and Perpetual Happiness of a Better Life; and to exchange a Short and Miserable Life, for Eternal Life and Blessedness; and Perfect, and Perpetual Happiness of a Better Life; and to exchange a Short and Miserable Life, for Eternal Life and Blessedness; cc j, cc j n1 pp-f dt jc n1; cc pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3467 in a word, to be content to be driven Home; to be banisht out of this World into our own Native Country; in a word, to be content to be driven Home; to be banished out of this World into our own Native Country; p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn av-an; pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 d j-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3468 and to be violently thrust out of this Vale of Tears, into those Regions of Bliss, where are Joys unspeakable and full of Glory. and to be violently thrust out of this Vale of Tears, into those Regions of Bliss, where Are Joys unspeakable and full of Glory. cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn av pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, q-crq vbr n2 j cc j pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 205
3469 This Consideration St. Paul tells us supported the Primitive Christians, under their sharpest and heaviest Sufferings, 2 Cor. 4. 16. For this cause (says he) we faint not, because our light affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; This Consideration Saint Paul tells us supported the Primitive Christians, under their Sharpest and Heaviest Sufferings, 2 Cor. 4. 16. For this cause (Says he) we faint not, Because our Light affliction which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory; d n1 n1 np1 vvz pno12 vvn dt j np1, p-acp po32 js cc js n2, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 (vvz pns31) pns12 vvb xx, c-acp po12 j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 205
3470 whilst we look not at the things which are seen, but the things which are not seen; while we look not At the things which Are seen, but the things which Are not seen; cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, cc-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn; (18) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 205
3471 for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. for the things which Are seen Are temporal, but the things which Are not seen Are Eternal. p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn vbr j, cc-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr xx vvn vbr j. (18) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 205
3472 So that our Sufferings bear no more Proportion to the Reward of them, than Finite does to Infinite, than Temporal to Eternal; So that our Sufferings bear no more Proportion to the Reward of them, than Finite does to Infinite, than Temporal to Eternal; av cst po12 n2 vvb av-dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cs j vdz p-acp j, cs j p-acp j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 205
3473 between which there is no Proportion. between which there is no Proportion. p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 205
3474 All that now remains, is to draw some useful Inferences from what hath been Discoursed, concerning this great and difficult Duty of Self-denial for the sake of Christ and his Religion; All that now remains, is to draw Some useful Inferences from what hath been Discoursed, Concerning this great and difficult Duty of Self-denial for the sake of christ and his Religion; d cst av vvz, vbz pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, vvg d j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 624 Image 205
3475 and they shall be these following. and they shall be these following. cc pns32 vmb vbi d vvg. (18) sermon (DIV1) 624 Image 205
3476 1. To acknowledg the great Goodness of God to us, that all these Laws and Commands, 1. To acknowledge the great goodness of God to us, that all these Laws and Commands, crd p-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cst d d n2 cc vvz, (18) sermon (DIV1) 625 Image 205
3477 even the Hardest and Severest of them, are so reasonable. even the Hardest and Severest of them, Are so reasonable. av dt js cc js pp-f pno32, vbr av j. (18) sermon (DIV1) 625 Image 205
3478 God as he is our Maker, and gave us our Beings, hath an Entire and Soveraign Right over us; God as he is our Maker, and gave us our Beings, hath an Entire and Sovereign Right over us; np1 c-acp pns31 vbz po12 n1, cc vvd pno12 po12 n2, vhz dt j cc j-jn n-jn p-acp pno12; (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3479 and by virtue of that Right, might have imposed very Hard things upon us, and this without the giving Account to us of any of his matters, and by virtue of that Right, might have imposed very Hard things upon us, and this without the giving Account to us of any of his matters, cc p-acp n1 pp-f d n-jn, vmd vhi vvn av j n2 p-acp pno12, cc d p-acp dt vvg vvb p-acp pno12 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3480 and without propounding any Reward to us, so vastly disproportionable to our Obedience to him. But in giving Laws to us, he hath not made use of this Right. and without propounding any Reward to us, so vastly disproportionable to our obedience to him. But in giving Laws to us, he hath not made use of this Right. cc p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp pno12, av av-j j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno31. p-acp p-acp vvg n2 p-acp pno12, pns31 vhz xx vvn n1 pp-f d n-jn. (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3481 The most Severe and Rigorous Commands of the Gospel are such, that we shall be infinitely Gainers by our Obedience to them. The most Severe and Rigorous Commands of the Gospel Are such, that we shall be infinitely Gainers by our obedience to them. dt av-ds j cc j vvz pp-f dt n1 vbr d, cst pns12 vmb vbi av-j n2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3482 If we deny our selves any thing in this World for Christ and his Religion, we shall, in the next, be considered for it to the Utmost; If we deny our selves any thing in this World for christ and his Religion, we shall, in the next, be considered for it to the Utmost; cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 d n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, pns12 vmb, p-acp dt ord, vbb vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3483 not only far beyond what it can Deserve, but beyond what we can Conceive or Imagine: not only Far beyond what it can Deserve, but beyond what we can Conceive or Imagine: xx av-j av-j p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vvi, cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvb cc vvb: (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3484 For this perishing Life, and the transitory Trifles and Enjoyments of it, we shall, receive a Kingdom which cannot be shaken, For this perishing Life, and the transitory Trifles and Enjoyments of it, we shall, receive a Kingdom which cannot be shaken, c-acp d j-vvg n1, cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, pns12 vmb, vvb dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3485 an uncorruptible Crown which fadeth not away, Eternal in the Heavens. For these are Faithful Sayings, and we shall Infallibly find them true; an uncorruptible Crown which fades not away, Eternal in the Heavens. For these Are Faithful Sayings, and we shall Infallibly find them true; dt j n1 r-crq vvz xx av, j p-acp dt n2. p-acp d vbr j n2-vvg, cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno32 j; (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3486 That if we suffer with Christ, we shall also reign with him; if we be persecuted for righteousness sake, great shall be our reward in Heaven; That if we suffer with christ, we shall also Reign with him; if we be persecuted for righteousness sake, great shall be our reward in Heaven; cst cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31; cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1 n1, j vmb vbi po12 n1 p-acp n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3487 if we part with our Temporal Life, we shall be made Partakers of Eternal Life. if we part with our Temporal Life, we shall be made Partakers of Eternal Life. cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 j n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn n2 pp-f j n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3488 He that is firmly persuaded of the Happiness of the next World, and believes the Glory which shall then be revealed, hath no Reason to be so much offended at the Sufferings of this Present time; He that is firmly persuaded of the Happiness of the next World, and believes the Glory which shall then be revealed, hath not Reason to be so much offended At the Sufferings of this Present time; pns31 cst vbz av-j vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cc vvz dt n1 r-crq vmb av vbi vvn, vhz xx n1 pc-acp vbi av av-d vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3489 so long as he knows and believes, that these Light afflictions which are but for a Moment, will work for him a for more Exceeding and Eternal Weight of Glory. so long as he knows and believes, that these Light afflictions which Are but for a Moment, will work for him a for more Exceeding and Eternal Weight of Glory. av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz, cst d j n2 r-crq vbr cc-acp p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av p-acp dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 205
3490 2. Seeing this is required of every Christian, to be always in a Preparation and Disposition of Mind to deny our selves, 2. Seeing this is required of every Christian, to be always in a Preparation and Disposition of Mind to deny our selves, crd vvg d vbz vvn pp-f d njp, pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3491 and to take up our Cross; and to take up our Cross; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3492 if we do in good earnest resolve to be Christians, we ought to fit down and consider well with our selves, what our Religion will cost us, if we do in good earnest resolve to be Christians, we ought to fit down and Consider well with our selves, what our Religion will cost us, cs pns12 vdb p-acp j n1 vvb pc-acp vbi np1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi av p-acp po12 n2, r-crq po12 n1 vmb vvi pno12, (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3493 and whether we be content to come up to the Price of it. and whither we be content to come up to the Price of it. cc cs pns12 vbb j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3494 If we value any thing in this World, above Christ and his Truth, we are not worthy of him. If we valve any thing in this World, above christ and his Truth, we Are not worthy of him. cs pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, pns12 vbr xx j pp-f pno31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3495 If it come to this, that we must either renounce Him and his Religion, or quit our temporal Interests; If it come to this, that we must either renounce Him and his Religion, or quit our temporal Interests; cs pn31 vvb p-acp d, cst pns12 vmb av-d vvi pno31 cc po31 n1, cc vvb po12 j n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3496 if we be not ready to forego these, nay, and to part even with Life it self, rather than to forsake Him and his Truth; if we be not ready to forego these, nay, and to part even with Life it self, rather than to forsake Him and his Truth; cs pns12 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi d, uh-x, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 pn31 n1, av-c cs pc-acp vvi pno31 cc po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3497 we are not worthy of him. we Are not worthy of him. pns12 vbr xx j pp-f pno31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3498 These are the Terms of our Christianity, and therefore we are required in Baptism solemnly to renounce the World: These Are the Terms of our Christianity, and Therefore we Are required in Baptism solemnly to renounce the World: d vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1: (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3499 And our Saviour, from this very Consideration, infers, That all who take upon them the Profession of his Religion, should consider seriously beforehand, And our Saviour, from this very Consideration, infers, That all who take upon them the Profession of his Religion, should Consider seriously beforehand, cc po12 n1, p-acp d j n1, vvz, cst d r-crq vvb p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vvi av-j av, (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3500 and count the cost of it; and count the cost of it; cc vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3501 Luke 14. 28. Which of you, (says he) intending to build a Tower, sitteth not down first, Lycia 14. 28. Which of you, (Says he) intending to built a Tower, Sitteth not down First, av crd crd r-crq pp-f pn22, (vvz pns31) vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvz xx p-acp ord, (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3502 and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? Or what King going to war with another King, doth not sit down and consult, whether with 10000 he be able to meet him that cometh against him with 20000. So likewise, whosoever he be that forsaketh not all he hath, cannot be my Disciple. and counteth the cost, whither he have sufficient to finish it? Or what King going to war with Another King, does not fit down and consult, whither with 10000 he be able to meet him that comes against him with 20000. So likewise, whosoever he be that Forsaketh not all he hath, cannot be my Disciple. cc vvz dt n1, cs pns31 vhb j p-acp vvi pn31? cc q-crq n1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vdz xx vvi a-acp cc vvi, cs p-acp crd pns31 vbb j pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp crd av av, r-crq pns31 vbb cst vvz xx d pns31 vhz, vmbx vbi po11 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3503 You see the Terms upon which we are Christians; we must always be prepared in the Resolution of our Minds, to deny our selves, You see the Terms upon which we Are Christians; we must always be prepared in the Resolution of our Minds, to deny our selves, pn22 vvb dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr njpg2; pns12 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3504 and take up our Cross, tho we are not Actually put upon this Tryal. and take up our Cross, though we Are not Actually put upon this Trial. cc vvb a-acp po12 n1, cs pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp d n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 205
3505 3. What hath been said, is matter of great Comfort and Encouragement to all those who deny themselves, 3. What hath been said, is matter of great Comfort and Encouragement to all those who deny themselves, crd q-crq vhz vbn vvn, vbz n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp d d r-crq vvb px32, (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3506 and suffer upon so good an Account; and suffer upon so good an Account; cc vvi p-acp av j dt vvb; (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3507 of whom, God knows, there are too great a Number at this Day, in several parts of the World: of whom, God knows, there Are too great a Number At this Day, in several parts of the World: pp-f ro-crq, np1 vvz, pc-acp vbr av j dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1: (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3508 Some under actual Sufferings, such as cannot but move Compassion and Horror in all that hear of them: some under actual Sufferings, such as cannot but move Compassion and Horror in all that hear of them: d p-acp j n2, d c-acp vmbx p-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vvb pp-f pno32: (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3509 Others, who are fled hither, and into other Countries, for Refuge and Shelter from one of the sharpest Persecutions that perhaps ever was, Others, who Are fled hither, and into other Countries, for Refuge and Shelter from one of the Sharpest Persecutions that perhaps ever was, ng2-jn, r-crq vbr vvn av, cc p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp crd pp-f dt js n2 cst av av vbds, (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3510 if all the Circumstances of it be duly considered. if all the circumstances of it be duly considered. cs d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbb av-jn vvn. (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3511 But not to enlarge upon so unpleasant a Theam, they who suffer for the Truth and Righteousness sake, have all the Comfort and Encouragement, that the best Example, But not to enlarge upon so unpleasant a Theam, they who suffer for the Truth and Righteousness sake, have all the Comfort and Encouragement, that the best Exampl, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp av j dt n1, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 n1, vhb d dt n1 cc n1, cst dt js n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3512 and the greatest and most glorious Promises of God can give. They have the best Example in their view; and the greatest and most glorious Promises of God can give. They have the best Exampl in their view; cc dt js cc av-ds j vvz pp-f np1 vmb vvi. pns32 vhb dt js n1 p-acp po32 n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3513 Jesus the Author and Finisher of their Faith, who endured the Cross, and despised the Shame. jesus the Author and Finisher of their Faith, who endured the Cross, and despised the Shame. np1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vvd dt n1, cc vvd dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3514 So that how great and terrible soever their Sufferings be, they do but tread in the Steps of the Son of God, So that how great and terrible soever their Sufferings be, they do but tread in the Steps of the Son of God, av cst c-crq j cc j av po32 n2 vbb, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3515 and of the best and holiest Man that ever was; and of the best and Holiest Man that ever was; cc pp-f dt js cc js n1 cst av vbds; (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3516 and He who is their great Example in Suffering, will likewise be their Support, and their exceeding great Reward. and He who is their great Exampl in Suffering, will likewise be their Support, and their exceeding great Reward. cc pns31 r-crq vbz po32 j n1 p-acp vvg, vmb av vbi po32 vvb, cc po32 j-vvg j n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 205
3517 So that tho Suffering for Christ be accounted great Self-denyal, and he is graciously pleased so to accept it; So that though Suffering for christ be accounted great Self-denial, and he is graciously pleased so to accept it; av cst cs vvg p-acp np1 vbb vvn j n1, cc pns31 vbz av-j vvn av pc-acp vvi pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 205
3518 because in denying things Present and Sensible, for things Future and Invisible, we do not only declare our Affection to him, Because in denying things Present and Sensible, for things Future and Invisible, we do not only declare our Affection to him, c-acp p-acp vvg n2 j cc j, c-acp n2 j-jn cc j, pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31, (18) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 205
3519 but our great Faith and Confidence in him, by shewing that we rely upon his Word, but our great Faith and Confidence in him, by showing that we rely upon his Word, cc-acp po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg cst pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 205
3520 and venture all upon the Security which he offers us in another World; and venture all upon the Security which he offers us in Another World; cc vvi d p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp j-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 205
3521 yet according to a right Estimate of things, and to those who walk by Faith and not by Sight, this which we call Self-denyal, is, in truth and reality, yet according to a right Estimate of things, and to those who walk by Faith and not by Sighed, this which we call Self-denial, is, in truth and reality, av vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc xx p-acp n1, d r-crq pns12 vvb n1, vbz, p-acp n1 cc n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 205
3522 but a more commendable sort of Self-love; because we do herein most effectually consult, and secure, and advance our own Happiness. but a more commendable sort of Self-love; Because we do herein most effectually consult, and secure, and advance our own Happiness. cc-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1; c-acp pns12 vdb av av-ds av-j vvi, cc j, cc vvi po12 d n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 205
3523 4. And Lastly, Since God hath been pleased for so long a time to excuse us from this hardest part of Self-denyal, let us not grudge to deny our selves in lesser Matters, 4. And Lastly, Since God hath been pleased for so long a time to excuse us from this Hardest part of Self-denial, let us not grudge to deny our selves in lesser Matters, crd cc ord, p-acp np1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d js n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp jc n2, (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3524 for the sake of his Truth and Religion; to miss a good Place, or to quit it upon that account; for the sake of his Truth and Religion; to miss a good Place, or to quit it upon that account; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3525 much less let us think much to renounce our Vices, and to thwart our evil Inclinations for his sake. much less let us think much to renounce our Vices, and to thwart our evil Inclinations for his sake. av-d av-dc vvi pno12 vvi d pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3526 As Naaman 's Servant said to him, concerning the means prescribed by the Prophet for his Cure; As Naaman is Servant said to him, Concerning the means prescribed by the Prophet for his Cure; p-acp np1 vbz n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vvg dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 vvb; (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3527 If he had bid thee do some Great thing, wouldest thou not have done it? How much more, If he had bid thee do Some Great thing, Wouldst thou not have done it? How much more, cs pns31 vhd vvn pno21 vdb d j n1, vmd2 pns21 xx vhi vdn pn31? c-crq d dc, (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3528 when he hath only said, Wash and be clean: when he hath only said, Wash and be clean: c-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn, vvb cc vbi j: (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3529 So since God imposeth no harder Terms upon us, than Repentance and Reformation of our Lives, we should gladly and thankfully submit to them. So since God Imposes no harder Terms upon us, than Repentance and Reformation of our Lives, we should gladly and thankfully submit to them. av p-acp np1 vvz dx jc n2 p-acp pno12, cs n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmd av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3530 This, I know, is difficult to some, to mortifie their earthly Members, to crucifie the flesh, with the affections and lusts of it; This, I know, is difficult to Some, to mortify their earthly Members, to crucify the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest of it; np1, pns11 vvb, vbz j p-acp d, p-acp vvi po32 j n2, p-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3531 'tis like cutting off a right Hand, and plucking out a right Eye. it's like cutting off a right Hand, and plucking out a right Eye. pn31|vbz j vvg a-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvg av dt j-jn n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 205
3532 Some are so strongly addicted to their Lusts and Vices, that they could with more ease despise Life, in many cases, than thus Deny themselves: some Are so strongly addicted to their Lustiest and Vices, that they could with more ease despise Life, in many cases, than thus Deny themselves: d vbr av av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmd p-acp dc n1 vvi n1, p-acp d n2, cs av vvb px32: (18) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 205
3533 But in Truth, there is no more of Self-denyal in it, than a Man denies himself when he is mortally Sick and Wounded, in being content to be Cured, and willing to be Well. But in Truth, there is no more of Self-denial in it, than a Man Denies himself when he is mortally Sick and Wounded, in being content to be Cured, and willing to be Well. cc-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx dc pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cs dt n1 vvz px31 c-crq pns31 vbz av-jn j cc j-vvn, p-acp vbg j pc-acp vbi j-vvn, cc j pc-acp vbi av. (18) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 205
3534 This is not at all to our Temporal Prejudice and Inconvenience, and it directly conduceth to our Eternal Happiness; This is not At all to our Temporal Prejudice and Inconvenience, and it directly conduceth to our Eternal Happiness; d vbz xx p-acp d p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, cc pn31 av-j vvz p-acp po12 j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 205
3535 for there is no Man that lives a holy and virtuous Life, and in Obedience to the Laws of God, that can lightly receive any Prejudice by it in this World. for there is no Man that lives a holy and virtuous Life, and in obedience to the Laws of God, that can lightly receive any Prejudice by it in this World. c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vvz dt j cc j n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vmb av-j vvi d n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 205
3536 Since God doth not call us to Suffer, we should Do so much the more for him. Since God does not call us to Suffer, we should Do so much the more for him. p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd vdi av av-d dt av-dc p-acp pno31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 205
3537 Since he doth not put us to testifie our Love to him, by laying down our Lives for him, we should shew it by a greater Care to keep his Commandments. Since he does not put us to testify our Love to him, by laying down our Lives for him, we should show it by a greater Care to keep his commandments. p-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31, pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 205
3538 God was pleased to exercise the first Christians with great Sufferings, and to try their Love and Constancy to him and his Truth, in a very Extraordinary manner; God was pleased to exercise the First Christians with great Sufferings, and to try their Love and Constancy to him and his Truth, in a very Extraordinary manner; np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt ord np1 p-acp j n2, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt j j n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 205
3539 by Severity and Contempt, by the spoiling of their Goods, and the loss of all things; by bonds and imprisonments; by cruel mockings and scourgings; by Severity and Contempt, by the spoiling of their Goods, and the loss of all things; by bonds and imprisonments; by cruel mockings and scourgings; p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n2-j, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2; p-acp n2 cc n2; p-acp j n2 cc n2; (18) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 205
3540 by the extremity of torments, and by resisting even unto blood; by the extremity of torments, and by resisting even unto blood; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp vvg av p-acp n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 205
3541 by being kill'd for his sake all the day long, and appointed as Sheep for the slaughter. by being killed for his sake all the day long, and appointed as Sheep for the slaughter. p-acp vbg vvn p-acp po31 n1 d dt n1 av-j, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 205
3542 God was pleased to make their way to Heaven very sharp and painful, and to hedge it in as it were with thorns on every side; God was pleased to make their Way to Heaven very sharp and painful, and to hedge it in as it were with thorns on every side; np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 av j cc j, cc p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n2 p-acp d n1; (18) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 205
3543 so that they could not, but through many tribulations, enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. so that they could not, but through many tribulations, enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. av cst pns32 vmd xx, cc-acp p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 205
3544 Thus we ought all to be in a Readiness and Resolution to submit to this Duty, Thus we ought all to be in a Readiness and Resolution to submit to this Duty, av pns12 vmd d pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 205
3545 if God should think fit at any time of our Lives to call us to it. if God should think fit At any time of our Lives to call us to it. cs np1 vmd vvi j p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31. (18) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 205
3546 But if he be pleased to excuse us from it, and to let this Cup pass from us, (which may lawfully be our earnest Prayer to God, But if he be pleased to excuse us from it, and to let this Cup pass from us, (which may lawfully be our earnest Prayer to God, p-acp cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 vvi p-acp pno12, (r-crq vmb av-j vbb po12 j n1 p-acp np1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 205
3547 since we have so good a Pattern for it) there will be another Duty incumbent upon us, which will take up the whole Man, since we have so good a Pattern for it) there will be Another Duty incumbent upon us, which will take up the Whole Man, c-acp pns12 vhb av j dt n1 p-acp pn31) pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp dt j-jn n1, (18) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 205
3548 and the whole time of our Life, and that is to serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our lives. and the Whole time of our Life, and that is to serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our lives. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc d vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (18) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 205
3549 A SERMON, PREACHED At Whitehall, before the Family, Nov. 1. 1686. HEB. XI. 13. And confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrims on the Earth. The whole Verse runs thus: A SERMON, PREACHED At Whitehall, before the Family, Nov. 1. 1686. HEBREW. XI. 13. And confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's on the Earth. The Whole Verse runs thus: dt n1, vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd n1. crd. crd np1 vvd cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1. dt j-jn n1 vvz av: (19) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 205
3550 These all died in Faith, not having received the Promises, but having seen them afar off, These all died in Faith, not having received the Promises, but having seen them afar off, d d vvd p-acp n1, xx vhg vvn dt vvz, cc-acp vhg vvn pno32 av a-acp, (19) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 205
3551 and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrims on the Earth. and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's on the Earth. cc vbdr vvn pp-f pno32, cc vvd pno32, cc vvd cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 205
3552 THE Apostle having declared at the latter end of the foregoing Chapter, that Faith is the great Principle whereby Good Men are acted, and whereby they are supported under all the Evils and Sufferings of this Life, Verse 38. Now the Just shall live by Faith; THE Apostle having declared At the latter end of the foregoing Chapter, that Faith is the great Principle whereby Good Men Are acted, and whereby they Are supported under all the Evils and Sufferings of this Life, Verse 38. Now the Just shall live by Faith; dt n1 vhg vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cst n1 vbz dt j n1 c-crq j n2 vbr vvn, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f d n1, vvb crd av dt j vmb vvi p-acp n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3553 In this Chapter he makes it his main business, to set forth to us at large the Force and Power of Faith; In this Chapter he makes it his main business, to Set forth to us At large the Force and Power of Faith; p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pn31 po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno12 p-acp j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3554 and to this Purpose, he first tells us what kind of Faith he means; and to this Purpose, he First tells us what kind of Faith he means; cc p-acp d n1, pns31 ord vvz pno12 r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz; (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3555 viz. a firm Persuasion of things not Present and Visible to Sense, but Invisible and Future; viz. a firm Persuasion of things not Present and Visible to Sense, but Invisible and Future; n1 dt j n1 pp-f n2 xx j cc j p-acp n1, cc-acp j cc j-jn; (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3556 Ver. 1. Now Faith (saith he) is the confident expectation of things hoped for, Ver. 1. Now Faith (Says he) is the confident expectation of things hoped for, np1 crd av n1 (vvz pns31) vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3557 and the evidence of things not seen. and the evidence of things not seen. cc dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3558 Faith represents to us the Reality of things which are Invisible to Sense, as the Existence of God and his Providence; Faith represents to us the Reality of things which Are Invisible to Sense, as the Existence of God and his Providence; n1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3559 and of things which are at a great distance from us, as the Future State of Rewards and Punishments in another World. and of things which Are At a great distance from us, as the Future State of Rewards and Punishments in Another World. cc pp-f n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 205
3560 And then he proceeds to shew, by particular and famous Instances, that the firm Belief and Persuasion of these things, was the great Principle of the Piety and Virtue of the Saints and and Good Men in all Ages of the World; And then he proceeds to show, by particular and famous Instances, that the firm Belief and Persuasion of these things, was the great Principle of the Piety and Virtue of the Saints and and Good Men in all Ages of the World; cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp j cc j n2, cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc cc j n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3561 by this Abel, and Enoch, and Noah; Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; Joseph and Moses, and all the Famous Heroes of the Old Testament obtained a good Report, and pleased God, and did all those eminent Acts of Obedience and Self-denyal which are recorded of them. by this Abel, and Enoch, and Noah; Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; Joseph and Moses, and all the Famous Heroes of the Old Testament obtained a good Report, and pleased God, and did all those eminent Acts of obedience and Self-denial which Are recorded of them. p-acp d np1, cc np1, cc np1; np1, np1 cc np1; np1 cc np1, cc d dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvd dt j n1, cc vvd np1, cc vdd d d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq vbr vvn pp-f pno32. (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3562 They believed the Being of God, and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him. They believed thee Being of God, and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him. pns32 vvd pno32 vbg pp-f n1, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3563 They dreaded his Threatnings, and relyed upon his Promises of Future and Invisible Good things. They lived and died in a full Persuasion and Confidence of the Truth of them; They dreaded his Threatenings, and relied upon his Promises of Future and Invisible Good things. They lived and died in a full Persuasion and Confidence of the Truth of them; pns32 vvd po31 n2-vvg, cc vvd p-acp po31 vvz pp-f j-jn cc j j n2. pns32 vvd cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32; (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3564 tho they did not live to see them actually fulfilled and accomplisht. though they did not live to see them actually fulfilled and accomplished. cs pns32 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j vvn cc vvn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3565 All these (saith he, speaking of those Eminent Saints which he had instanced in before) All these died in Faith, not having received the Promises, All these (Says he, speaking of those Eminent Saints which he had instanced in before) All these died in Faith, not having received the Promises, d d (vvz pns31, vvg pp-f d j n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp a-acp) d d vvd p-acp n1, xx vhg vvn dt vvz, (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3566 but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them. but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them. cc-acp vhg vvn pno32 av a-acp, cc vbdr vvn pp-f pno32, cc vvd pno32. (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3567 This is spoken with a more particular regard to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; to whom the Promises of the Conquest and Possession of a Fruitful Land were made, and of a Numerous Offspring; This is spoken with a more particular regard to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; to whom the Promises of the Conquest and Possession of a Fruitful Land were made, and of a Numerous Offspring; d vbz vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n1 p-acp np1, np1 cc np1; p-acp ro-crq av vvz pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbdr vvn, cc pp-f dt j n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3568 among whom should be the Messias, in whom all the Nations of the Earth should be blessed. among whom should be the Messias, in whom all the nations of the Earth should be blessed. p-acp ro-crq vmd vbi dt np1, p-acp ro-crq d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 205
3569 These Promises they did not live to see accomplisht and made good in their Days; These Promises they did not live to see accomplished and made good in their Days; d vvz pns32 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi vvn cc vvn j p-acp po32 n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 205
3570 but they heartily believed them, and rejoiced in the Hope and Expectation of them, as if they had embraced them in their Arms, but they heartily believed them, and rejoiced in the Hope and Expectation of them, as if they had embraced them in their Arms, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvd pno32, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 205
3571 and been put into the actual Possession of them: And they confessed, that they were Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth. and been put into the actual Possession of them: And they confessed, that they were Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth. cc vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32: cc pns32 vvd, cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 205
3572 This Saying and Acknowledgment more particularly and immediately refers to those Sayings of the Patriarchs Abraham and Jacob, which we find recorded, Gen. 23. 4. where Abraham says to the Sons of Heth, I am a Stranger and a Sojourner with you; This Saying and Acknowledgment more particularly and immediately refers to those Sayings of the Patriarchs Abraham and Jacob, which we find recorded, Gen. 23. 4. where Abraham Says to the Sons of Heth, I am a Stranger and a Sojourner with you; d vvg cc n1 av-dc av-j cc av-j vvz p-acp d n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 np1 cc np1, r-crq pns12 vvb vvn, np1 crd crd n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vbm dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pn22; (19) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 205
3573 And Gen. 47. 9. where Jacob says to Pharaoh, The days of the years of my Pilgrimage are an hundred and thirty years; And Gen. 47. 9. where Jacob Says to Pharaoh, The days of the Years of my Pilgrimage Are an hundred and thirty Years; cc np1 crd crd n1 np1 vvz p-acp np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vbr dt crd cc crd n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 205
3574 few and evil have the days of the years of my Life been. few and evil have the days of the Years of my Life been. d cc j-jn vhb dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vbn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 205
3575 These Good Men were Strangers and Sojourners in a Land, which was promised to be theirs afterwards. These Good Men were Strangers and Sojourners in a Land, which was promised to be theirs afterwards. d j n2 vbdr n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vbi png32 av. (19) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 205
3576 They dwelt in it themselves as Strangers, but were in expectation that it would one day become the Inheritance of their Posterity. They dwelled in it themselves as Strangers, but were in expectation that it would one day become the Inheritance of their Posterity. pns32 vvd p-acp pn31 px32 c-acp n2, cc-acp vbdr p-acp n1 cst pn31 vmd crd n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 205
3577 Now in this, as by a Type and Shadow, the Apostle represents to us the Condition of Good Men, Now in this, as by a Type and Shadow, the Apostle represents to us the Condition of Good Men, av p-acp d, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 639 Image 205
3578 while they are passing through this World. They are Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth; while they Are passing through this World. They Are Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth; cs pns32 vbr vvg p-acp d n1. pns32 vbr ng2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 639 Image 205
3579 they travel up and down the World for a time, as the Patriarchs did in the Land of Canaan; but are in expectation of a better and more settled Condition hereafter; they travel up and down the World for a time, as the Patriarchs did in the Land of Canaan; but Are in expectation of a better and more settled Condition hereafter; pns32 vvb a-acp cc a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n2 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp vbr p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc cc av-dc j-vvn n1 av; (19) sermon (DIV1) 639 Image 205
3580 they desire a better Country, that is, an Heavenly, says the Apostle at the 16 vers. of this Chapter. they desire a better Country, that is, an Heavenly, Says the Apostle At the 16 vers. of this Chapter. pns32 vvb dt jc n1, cst vbz, dt j, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt crd fw-la. pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 639 Image 205
3581 That which I design from these words, is to represent to us our Present Condition in this World; That which I Design from these words, is to represent to us our Present Condition in this World; cst r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp d n2, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 po12 j n1 p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3582 and to awaken us to a due Sense and serious Consideration of it. and to awaken us to a due Sense and serious Consideration of it. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3583 It is the same Condition, that all the Saints and Holy Men that are gone before us were in, in this World; It is the same Condition, that all the Saints and Holy Men that Are gone before us were in, in this World; pn31 vbz dt d n1, cst d dt n2 cc j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno12 vbdr p-acp, p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3584 and every one of us may say with David, Psal. 39. 12. I am a Stranger with thee, and every one of us may say with David, Psalm 39. 12. I am a Stranger with thee, cc d crd pp-f pno12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp pno21, (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3585 and a Sojourner, as all my Fathers were. and a Sojourner, as all my Father's were. cc dt n1, c-acp d po11 n2 vbdr. (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3586 It is a Condition very troublesome and very unsettled, such as that of Pilgrims and Strangers useth to be. It is a Condition very troublesome and very unsettled, such as that of Pilgrim's and Strangers uses to be. pn31 vbz dt n1 av j cc j j-vvn, d c-acp d pp-f ng1 cc ng1 vvz pc-acp vbi. (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3587 This we must all acknowledge, if we judge rightly of our present State and Condition. They confessed, that they were Strangers and Pilgrims on the Earth; This we must all acknowledge, if we judge rightly of our present State and Condition. They confessed, that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's on the Earth; np1 pns12 vmb d vvi, cs pns12 vvb av-jn pp-f po12 j n1 cc n1. pns32 vvd, cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3588 but yet it was not without the Hope and Expectation of a better and happier Condition in Reversion. So it follows just after; but yet it was not without the Hope and Expectation of a better and Happier Condition in Reversion. So it follows just After; p-acp av pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc cc jc n1 p-acp n1. av pn31 vvz av a-acp; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3589 They that say such things, (that is, that confess themselves to be Strangers and Pilgrims on the Earth) declare plainly, that they seek a Country. They that say such things, (that is, that confess themselves to be Strangers and Pilgrim's on the Earth) declare plainly, that they seek a Country. pns32 cst vvb d n2, (cst vbz, cst vvb px32 pc-acp vbi n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1) vvi av-j, cst pns32 vvb dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3590 This bore up the Patriarchs under all the Evils and Troubles of their Pilgrimage; This boar up the Patriarchs under all the Evils and Troubles of their Pilgrimage; d vvd a-acp dt n2 p-acp d dt n2-jn cc vvz pp-f po32 n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3591 that they expected an Inheritance, and a quiet and settled Possession of that Good Land which God had promised to them. that they expected an Inheritance, and a quiet and settled Possession of that Good Land which God had promised to them. cst pns32 vvd dt n1, cc dt j-jn cc j-vvn n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3592 Answerably to which, Good Men do expect, after the few and evil days of their Pilgrimage in this World are over, a Blessed Inheritance in a better Country; that is, an Heavenly; Answerably to which, Good Men do expect, After the few and evil days of their Pilgrimage in this World Are over, a Blessed Inheritance in a better Country; that is, an Heavenly; av-j p-acp r-crq, j n2 vdb vvi, c-acp dt d cc j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1 vbr a-acp, dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt jc n1; d vbz, dt j; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3593 and with blessed Abraham, the Father of the Faithful, They look for a City which hath Foundations, whose Builder and Maker is God; and with blessed Abraham, the Father of the Faithful, They look for a city which hath Foundations, whose Builder and Maker is God; cc p-acp j-vvn np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz np1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3594 as it is said of that Good Patriarch at the tenth Verse of this Chapter. as it is said of that Good Patriarch At the tenth Verse of this Chapter. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f cst j n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 205
3595 It is very frequent, not only in Scripture, but in other Authors, to represent our Condition in this World, by that of Pilgrims, It is very frequent, not only in Scripture, but in other Authors, to represent our Condition in this World, by that of Pilgrim's, pn31 vbz av j, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d pp-f ng1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3596 and Sojourners in a foreign Country: and Sojourners in a foreign Country: cc n2 p-acp dt j n1: (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3597 For the Mind which is the Man, and our Immortal Souls, which are by far the most Noble and Excellent part of our selves, are the Natives of Heaven, For the Mind which is the Man, and our Immortal Souls, which Are by Far the most Noble and Excellent part of our selves, Are the Natives of Heaven, c-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1, cc po12 j n2, r-crq vbr p-acp av-j dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbr dt n2-jn pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3598 and but Pilgrims and Strangers here in the Earth; and but Pilgrim's and Strangers Here in the Earth; cc p-acp ng1 cc n2 av p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3599 and when the days of our Pilgrimage shall be over, are designed to return to that Heavenly Country from which they came, and to which they belong. and when the days of our Pilgrimage shall be over, Are designed to return to that Heavenly Country from which they Come, and to which they belong. cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi a-acp, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp cst j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb. (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3600 And therefore the Apostle tells us, Phil. 3. 20. that Christians have relation to Heaven, as their Native place and Country. And Therefore the Apostle tells us, Philip 3. 20. that Christians have Relation to Heaven, as their Native place and Country. cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd cst np1 vhb n1 p-acp n1, c-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3601 NONLATINALPHABET, Our conversation is in Heaven, so we render the words; , Our Conversation is in Heaven, so we render the words; , po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1, av pns12 vvb dt n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3602 but they properly signifie, that Christians are Members of that City and Society which is above; but they properly signify, that Christians Are Members of that city and Society which is above; cc-acp pns32 av-j vvi, cst np1 vbr n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz a-acp; (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3603 and tho they converse at present here below, while they are passing through this World, and though they converse At present Here below, while they Are passing through this World, cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp j av a-acp, cs pns32 vbr vvg p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3604 yet Heaven is the Country to which they do belong, and whither they are continually tending; yet Heaven is the Country to which they do belong, and whither they Are continually tending; av n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb vvi, cc c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvg; (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3605 Sedes ubi fata quietas ostendunt, where a quiet Habitation, and a perpetual Rest, is designed and prepared for them. Sedes ubi fata quietas ostendunt, where a quiet Habitation, and a perpetual Rest, is designed and prepared for them. fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la, c-crq dt j-jn n1, cc dt j n1, vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3606 This acknowledgment David makes concerning himself, and all the People of God, 1 Chron. 29. 15. For we are Strangers before thee, This acknowledgment David makes Concerning himself, and all the People of God, 1 Chronicles 29. 15. For we Are Strangers before thee, d n1 np1 vvz vvg px31, cc d dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd c-acp pns12 vbr n2 p-acp pno21, (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3607 and Sojourners, as were all our Fathers. Our Days on the Earth are as a Shadow, and there is none abiding. and Sojourners, as were all our Father's. Our Days on the Earth Are as a Shadow, and there is none abiding. cc n2, c-acp vbdr d po12 n2. po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix vvg. (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3608 So likewise St. Peter, 1 Pet. 1. 17. Pass the time of your Sojourning here in fear; So likewise Saint Peter, 1 Pet. 1. 17. Pass the time of your Sojourning Here in Fear; av av n1 np1, vvn np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 vvg av p-acp n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3609 And Chap. 2. v. 11. Dearly beloved, I beseech you, as Strangers and Pilgrims abstain from fleshly Lusts. And Chap. 2. v. 11. Dearly Beloved, I beseech you, as Strangers and Pilgrim's abstain from fleshly Lusts. cc np1 crd n1 crd av-jn vvn, pns11 vvb pn22, c-acp n2 cc ng1 vvb p-acp j np1 (19) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 205
3610 And not only the inspired Writers of Holy Scripture, but Heathen Authors, do frequently make use of this Allusion. And not only the inspired Writers of Holy Scripture, but Heathen Authors, do frequently make use of this Allusion. cc xx av-j dt j-vvn n2 pp-f j n1, cc-acp j-jn n2, vdb av-j vvi n1 pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3611 Plato tells us, it was a common saying, and almost in every Man's Mouth, NONLATINALPHABET, the Life of Man is a kind of Pilgrimage. Plato tells us, it was a Common saying, and almost in every Man's Mouth,, the Life of Man is a kind of Pilgrimage. np1 vvz pno12, pn31 vbds dt j n-vvg, cc av p-acp d ng1 n1,, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3612 And Tully, in his Excellent Discourse de Senectute, (concerning Old Age) brings in Cato describing our passage out of this World, not as a departure from our Home, And Tully, in his Excellent Discourse de Senectute, (Concerning Old Age) brings in Cato describing our passage out of this World, not as a departure from our Home, np1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1 fw-fr fw-la, (vvg j n1) vvz p-acp np1 vvg po12 n1 av pp-f d n1, xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 np1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3613 but like a Man leaving his Inn, in which he hath Lodged for a Night or two, ex vitâ istâ discedo, tanquam ex hospitio, non tanquam ex domo, commorandi enim natura Diversorium nobis non habitandi dedit: but like a Man leaving his Inn, in which he hath Lodged for a Night or two, ex vitâ istâ discedo, tanquam ex hospitio, non tanquam ex domo, Staying enim Nature Diversorium nobis non habitandi dedit: cc-acp av-j dt n1 vvg po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc crd, 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 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3614 When I leave this World (says he) I look upon my self as departing out of an Inn, When I leave this World (Says he) I look upon my self as departing out of an Inn, c-crq pns11 vvb d n1 (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 c-acp vvg av pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3615 and not as quitting mine own Home and Habitation; and not as quitting mine own Home and Habitation; cc xx c-acp vvg po11 d av-an cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3616 Nature having assigned this World to us as a place to Sojourn, but not to Dwell in. Nature having assigned this World to us as a place to Sojourn, but not to Dwell in. n1 vhg vvn d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc-acp xx p-acp vvb p-acp. (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3617 Which is the same with what the Apostle says in the Text, concerning the Patriarchs, they confessed that they were Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth; Which is the same with what the Apostle Says in the Text, Concerning the Patriarchs, they confessed that they were Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth; r-crq vbz dt d p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n2, pns32 vvd cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3618 and concerning all Christians, Chap. 13. 14. Here we have no continuing City, but we seek one to come. and Concerning all Christians, Chap. 13. 14. Here we have no Continuing city, but we seek one to come. cc vvg d np1, np1 crd crd av pns12 vhb dx vvg n1, cc-acp pns12 vvb pi pc-acp vvi. (19) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 205
3619 But I do not intend to follow the Metaphor too close, and to vex and torture it, by pursuing all those little Parallels and Similitudes, which a Lively Fancy might make or find, betwixt the Condition of Strangers and Pilgrims, But I do not intend to follow the Metaphor too close, and to vex and torture it, by pursuing all those little Parallels and Similitudes, which a Lively Fancy might make or find, betwixt the Condition of Strangers and Pilgrim's, cc-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av-j, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, p-acp vvg d d j n2 cc n2, r-crq dt j n1 vmd vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc ng1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 643 Image 205
3620 and the Life of Man during his Abode and Passage through this World. and the Life of Man during his Abided and Passage through this World. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 vvd cc n1 p-acp d n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 643 Image 205
3621 I will insist only upon Two things, which seem plainly to be design'd and intended by this Metaphor; and they are these: I will insist only upon Two things, which seem plainly to be designed and intended by this Metaphor; and they Are these: pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp crd n2, r-crq vvb av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1; cc pns32 vbr d: (19) sermon (DIV1) 643 Image 205
3622 1. That our Condition in this World is very troublesom and unsettled: They confessed, that they were Strangers and Pilgrims in the Earth. 1. That our Condition in this World is very troublesome and unsettled: They confessed, that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's in the Earth. crd cst po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j: pns32 vvd, cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 644 Image 205
3623 2. It implies a tendency to a Future Settling, and the Hopes and Expectation of a happier Condition, into which we shall enter when we go out of this World. 2. It Implies a tendency to a Future Settling, and the Hope's and Expectation of a Happier Condition, into which we shall enter when we go out of this World. crd pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvg, cc dt ng1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vvb av pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 205
3624 For so it follows in the very next Words after the Text; They confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrims on the Earth; For so it follows in the very next Words After the Text; They confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's on the Earth; p-acp av pn31 vvz p-acp dt av ord n2 p-acp dt n1; pns32 vvd cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 205
3625 For they that say such things, declare plainly, that they seek a Country. They that say such things; For they that say such things, declare plainly, that they seek a Country. They that say such things; c-acp pns32 cst vvb d n2, vvb av-j, cst pns32 vvb dt n1. pns32 cst vvb d n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 205
3626 that is, they that acknowledge themselves to have lived in such a restless and uncertain Condition in this World, travelling from one place to another, that is, they that acknowledge themselves to have lived in such a restless and uncertain Condition in this World, traveling from one place to Another, cst vbz, pns32 cst vvb px32 p-acp vhb vvn p-acp d dt j cc j n1 p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (19) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 205
3627 as the Patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob did, and yet pretend to be perswaded of the Goodness of God, as the Patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob did, and yet pretend to be persuaded of the goodness of God, c-acp dt n2 np1, np1, cc np1 vdd, cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 205
3628 and the Faithfulness of his Promise, in which he solemnly declared himself to be their God, do hereby plainly shew, that they expect some happier Condition hereafter, wherein that great Promise of God will be made good to them to the full. and the Faithfulness of his Promise, in which he solemnly declared himself to be their God, do hereby plainly show, that they expect Some Happier Condition hereafter, wherein that great Promise of God will be made good to them to the full. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvd px31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, vdb av av-j vvi, cst pns32 vvb d jc n1 av, c-crq cst j n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 205
3629 And these are two very weighty and useful Considerations; And these Are two very weighty and useful Considerations; cc d vbr crd j j cc j n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 205
3630 That we should both understand our present Condition in this World, and our future Hope and Expectation after our departure out of it, that so we may demean our selves suitably to both these Conditions; That we should both understand our present Condition in this World, and our future Hope and Expectation After our departure out of it, that so we may demean our selves suitably to both these Conditions; cst pns12 vmd av-d vvi po12 j n1 p-acp d n1, cc po12 j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 av pp-f pn31, cst av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j p-acp d d n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 205
3631 both as it is fit for those who look upon themselves as Pilgrims and Sojourners in this World, both as it is fit for those who look upon themselves as Pilgrim's and Sojourners in this World, d c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp px32 p-acp ng1 cc n2 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 205
3632 and likewise, as it becomes those who seek and expect a better Country, and hope to be made Partakers of a blessed Immortality in another World. and likewise, as it becomes those who seek and expect a better Country, and hope to be made Partakers of a blessed Immortality in Another World. cc av, c-acp pn31 vvz d r-crq vvb cc vvi dt jc n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 205
3633 I shall briefly speak to both these; I shall briefly speak to both these; pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d d; (19) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 205
3634 and then shew what Effect and Influence the serious Meditation of these Two Points ought to have upon every one of us. and then show what Effect and Influence the serious Meditation of these Two Points ought to have upon every one of us. cc av vvb r-crq vvb cc n1 dt j n1 pp-f d crd n2 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp d crd pp-f pno12. (19) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 205
3635 1. That our Condition in this World is very troublesom and unsettled. This I take to be principally intended in the Metaphor of Strangers and Pilgrims. 1. That our Condition in this World is very troublesome and unsettled. This I take to be principally intended in the Metaphor of Strangers and Pilgrim's. crd cst po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc ng1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 205
3636 Such was the Life of the Patriarchs, which is here spoken of in the Text; Such was the Life of the Patriarchs, which is Here spoken of in the Text; d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbz av vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 205
3637 they had no constant Abode and fixt Habitation, but were continually wandering from one Kingdom and Country to another; they had no constant Abided and fixed Habitation, but were continually wandering from one Kingdom and Country to Another; pns32 vhd dx j vvd cc vvn n1, cc-acp vbdr av-j vvg p-acp crd n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn; (19) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 205
3638 in which Travels they were exposed to a great many Hazards and Dangers, Afflictions and Miseries, Affronts and Injuries, in which Travels they were exposed to a great many Hazards and Dangers, Afflictions and Misery's, Affronts and Injuries, p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j d n2 cc n2, n2 cc ng1, vvz cc n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 205
3639 as we read at large in the History of their Travels in the Old Testament. And such is our Condition in this World; as we read At large in the History of their Travels in the Old Testament. And such is our Condition in this World; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1. cc d vbz po12 n1 p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 205
3640 it is often troublesom, and always uncertain and unsettled. 'Tis often very troublesom. it is often troublesome, and always uncertain and unsettled. It's often very troublesome. pn31 vbz av j, cc av j cc j. pn31|vbz av av j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 205
3641 Not to insist upon the weak Condition of Infancy and Childhood, the helplesness of that State, Not to insist upon the weak Condition of Infancy and Childhood, the Helplessness of that State, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 205
3642 and insufficiency of it for its own Preservation, and the Supply of its natural Wants and Necessities: and insufficiency of it for its own Preservation, and the Supply of its natural Wants and Necessities: cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j vvz cc n2: (19) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 205
3643 Not to mention the dangerous Vanity and desperate Folly of Youth, nor the Infirmities and Contempts, the many tedious and wearisom Days and Nights that Old Age is commonly grieved and afflicted withal, to that degree, Not to mention the dangerous Vanity and desperate Folly of Youth, nor the Infirmities and Contempts, the many tedious and wearisome Days and Nights that Old Age is commonly grieved and afflicted withal, to that degree, xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, ccx dt n1 cc n2, dt d j cc j n2 cc ng1 d j n1 vbz av-j vvn cc j-vvn av, p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 205
3644 as to make Life not only unpleasant, but almost an intolerable Burden to us. as to make Life not only unpleasant, but almost an intolerable Burden to us. c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 xx av-j j, cc-acp av dt j n1 p-acp pno12. (19) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 205
3645 Not to dwell upon these, which yet take up and possess a great Share and Portion of our Lives: Not to dwell upon these, which yet take up and possess a great Share and Portion of our Lives: xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, r-crq av vvb a-acp cc vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2: (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3646 If we look upon Man in his best State, we shall find him, as David hath long since pronounced on him, to be altogether Vanity. We need not go a Pilgrimage, If we look upon Man in his best State, we shall find him, as David hath long since pronounced on him, to be altogether Vanity. We need not go a Pilgrimage, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 js n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31, c-acp np1 vhz av-j a-acp vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi av n1. pns12 vvb xx vvi dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3647 and travel into remote Countries, to make Life more troublesom and uneasie. and travel into remote Countries, to make Life more troublesome and uneasy. cc vvi p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi n1 av-dc j cc j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3648 In what part of the World soever we are (even that which we improperly call our own Home and Native Country) we shall meet with Trouble and Inconvenience enough to convince us, that we are but Strangers in it. In what part of the World soever we Are (even that which we improperly call our own Home and Native Country) we shall meet with Trouble and Inconvenience enough to convince us, that we Are but Strangers in it. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 av pns12 vbr (av cst r-crq pns12 av-j vvb po12 d av-an cc j-jn n1) pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno12, cst pns12 vbr p-acp ng1 p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3649 More especially good Men are peculiarly liable to a great many Evils and Sufferings upon account of their Piety and Virtue. More especially good Men Are peculiarly liable to a great many Evils and Sufferings upon account of their Piety and Virtue. av-dc av-j j n2 vbr av-j j p-acp dt j d n2-jn cc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3650 They are not of the World (as our Blessed Saviour tells his Disciples, John 15. 19.) and because they are not of the world, They Are not of the World (as our Blessed Saviour tells his Disciples, John 15. 19.) and Because they Are not of the world, pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1 (p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 vvz po31 n2, np1 crd crd) cc c-acp pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3651 therefore the world hateth them, and taketh all opportunities and occasions to vex and persecute them in one kind or other; Therefore the world hates them, and Takes all opportunities and occasions to vex and persecute them in one kind or other; av dt n1 vvz pno32, cc vvz d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn; (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3652 either by doing all manner of Evil to them, or by speaking all manner of Evil of them. either by doing all manner of Evil to them, or by speaking all manner of Evil of them. d p-acp vdg d n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp pno32, cc p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f j-jn pp-f pno32. (19) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 205
3653 But suppose we escape Trouble upon this account; there are abundance of common and natural Inconveniences, which render Human Life very uneasie. But suppose we escape Trouble upon this account; there Are abundance of Common and natural Inconveniences, which render Human Life very uneasy. p-acp vvb pns12 vvb vvb p-acp d n1; pc-acp vbr n1 pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq vvb j n1 av j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3654 For either we must live alone, or in the Company and Society of others: One of these two is necessary and unavoidable. Suppose we would live alone; For either we must live alone, or in the Company and Society of Others: One of these two is necessary and unavoidable. Suppose we would live alone; p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi av-j, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn: pi pp-f d crd vbz j cc j. vvb pns12 vmd vvi av-j; (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3655 How few are there that can enjoy themselves tolerably alone for any considerable time? For though there be a great deal too much of Self-love in Mankind, How few Are there that can enjoy themselves tolerably alone for any considerable time? For though there be a great deal too much of Self-love in Mankind, c-crq d vbr pc-acp d vmb vvi px32 av-j j p-acp d j n1? p-acp cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 av d pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3656 and Men are generally extreamly fond of themselves; and Men Are generally extremely found of themselves; cc n2 vbr av-j av-jn vvn pp-f px32; (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3657 yet I know not how it happens, (tho so it is) that very few Men in the World care for their own Company, yet I know not how it happens, (though so it is) that very few Men in the World care for their own Company, av pns11 vvb xx c-crq pn31 vvz, (cs av pn31 vbz) cst av d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp po32 d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3658 or can endure, for any considerable time, to converse only with themselves; or can endure, for any considerable time, to converse only with themselves; cc vmb vvi, p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp px32; (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3659 nay, for the most part, they are sooner glutted with themselves, and surfeited of their own Conversation, nay, for the most part, they Are sooner glutted with themselves, and surfeited of their own Conversation, uh-x, p-acp dt av-ds n1, pns32 vbr av-c vvn p-acp px32, cc vvn pp-f po32 d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3660 than of the worst Company they can meet with; than of the worst Company they can meet with; cs pp-f dt js n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp; (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3661 a shrewd Sign, as one would think, that they know something worse by themselves than of any body else, a shrewd Signen, as one would think, that they know something Worse by themselves than of any body Else, dt j n1, c-acp pi vmd vvi, cst pns32 vvb pi jc p-acp px32 av pp-f d n1 av, (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3662 or at least they know it more certainly. or At least they know it more Certainly. cc p-acp av-ds pns32 vvb pn31 av-dc av-j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3663 It is a wise and deep Saying of Aristotle, whoever affects to be alone, must be NONLATINALPHABET, either a God or a Wild Beast; It is a wise and deep Saying of Aristotle, whoever affects to be alone, must be, either a God or a Wild Beast; pn31 vbz dt j cc av-jn vvg pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi j, vmb vbi, d dt n1 cc dt j n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3664 either he must be sufficient for himself, and want nothing; either he must be sufficient for himself, and want nothing; av-d pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp px31, cc vvb pix; (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3665 or of so wild and savage a Disposition, as to destroy every thing that is weaker, or of so wild and savage a Disposition, as to destroy every thing that is Weaker, cc pp-f av j cc j-jn dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz jc, (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3666 and to run away from every thing that is stronger than himself. and to run away from every thing that is Stronger than himself. cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 cst vbz jc cs px31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3667 Now Man is neither good enough to be contented and satisfied with himself, nor bad enough to hate and avoid every body else, Now Man is neither good enough to be contented and satisfied with himself, nor bad enough to hate and avoid every body Else, av n1 vbz dx j av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp px31, ccx j av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 av, (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3668 and therefore he must enter into Society, and keep Company with other Men. and Therefore he must enter into Society, and keep Company with other Men. cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 205
3669 And if we go abroad into the World, and try the Conversation of Men, it cannot but grieve us to see a great many things, which yet we must see every Day; And if we go abroad into the World, and try the Conversation of Men, it cannot but grieve us to see a great many things, which yet we must see every Day; cc cs pns12 vvb av p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j d n2, r-crq av pns12 vmb vvi d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3670 the Censoriousness, and Uncharitableness, and Insincerity of Men one towards another; the Censoriousness, and Uncharitableness, and Insincerity of Men one towards Another; dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n2 crd p-acp n-jn; (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3671 to see with what Kindness they will treat one another to the Face, and how hardly they will use them behind their Backs. to see with what Kindness they will Treat one Another to the Face, and how hardly they will use them behind their Backs. pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vvi pi j-jn p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq av pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3672 If there were nothing else, this one naughty Quality, so common and reigning among Mankind, were enough to make an honest and true-hearted Man, one that loves Plainness and Sincerity, to be heartily sick of the World, If there were nothing Else, this one naughty Quality, so Common and reigning among Mankind, were enough to make an honest and truehearted Man, one that loves Plainness and Sincerity, to be heartily sick of the World, cs pc-acp vbdr pix av, d crd j n1, av j cc vvg p-acp n1, vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1, pi cst vvz n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi av-j j pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3673 and glad to steal off the Stage; where there is nothing native and sincere, but all personated and acted; and glad to steal off the Stage; where there is nothing native and sincere, but all personated and acted; cc j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1; c-crq pc-acp vbz pix j-jn cc j, cc-acp d vvn cc vvn; (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3674 where the Conversation of a great part of Men is all designing and insidious, full of Flattery and Flashood, of good Words and ill Offices: where the Conversation of a great part of Men is all designing and insidious, full of Flattery and Flashood, of good Words and ill Offices: c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2 vbz d vvg cc j, j pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f j n2 cc j-jn n2: (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3675 One speaketh peaceably to his Neighbour with his mouth, but in his heart he lieth in wait, as it is in the Prophet, Jer. 9. 8. And when a Man hath done all the good turns he can, One speaks peaceably to his Neighbour with his Mouth, but in his heart he lies in wait, as it is in the Prophet, Jer. 9. 8. And when a Man hath done all the good turns he can, crd vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn d dt j n2 pns31 vmb, (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3676 and endeavoured to oblige every Man, and not only to live inoffensively, but exemplarily; and endeavoured to oblige every Man, and not only to live inoffensively, but exemplarily; cc vvd pc-acp vvi d n1, cc xx av-j pc-acp vvi av-j, cc-acp av-j; (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3677 he is fairly dealt withal, and comes off upon good Terms, if he can but escape the ill Words of Men for doing well, he is fairly dealt withal, and comes off upon good Terms, if he can but escape the ill Words of Men for doing well, pns31 vbz av-j vvn av, cc vvz a-acp p-acp j n2, cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2 c-acp vdg av, (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3678 and obtain a Pardon for those things which truly deserve Praise. But setting aside these, and the like melancholy Considerations; and obtain a Pardon for those things which truly deserve Praise. But setting aside these, and the like melancholy Considerations; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq av-j vvb n1. p-acp vvg av d, cc dt j j-jn n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 205
3679 when we are in the Health and Vigour of our Age, when our Blood is warm, when we Are in the Health and Vigour of our Age, when our Blood is warm, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq po12 n1 vbz j, (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3680 and our Spirits quick, and the Humour of our Body not yet turned and sowred by great Disappointments, and our Spirits quick, and the Humour of our Body not yet turned and soured by great Disappointments, cc po12 n2 j, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 xx av vvn cc vvn p-acp j n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3681 and grievous Losses of our Estates, or nearest Friends and Relations, by a long Course of Afflictions, by many cross Events and calamitous Accidents; and grievous Losses of our Estates, or nearest Friends and Relations, by a long Course of Afflictions, by many cross Events and calamitous Accidents; cc j n2 pp-f po12 n2, cc js n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d j n2 cc j n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3682 yet we are continually liable to all these; yet we Are continually liable to all these; av pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp d d; (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3683 and the perpetual Fear and Danger of them is no small Trouble and Uneasiness to our Minds, and the perpetual fear and Danger of them is no small Trouble and Uneasiness to our Minds, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 vbz dx j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3684 and does in a great measure rob us of the Comfort, and eat out the Pleasure and Sweetness of all our Enjoyments; and does in a great measure rob us of the Comfort, and eat out the Pleasure and Sweetness of all our Enjoyments; cc vdz p-acp dt j n1 vvb pno12 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po12 n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3685 and, by degrees, the Evils we fear overtake us; and as one Affliction and Trouble goes on, another succeeds in the place of it, and, by Degrees, the Evils we Fear overtake us; and as one Affliction and Trouble Goes on, Another succeeds in the place of it, cc, p-acp n2, dt n2-jn pns12 vvb vvb pno12; cc p-acp crd n1 cc n1 vvz a-acp, j-jn vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3686 like Job 's Messengers, whose bad Tidings and Reports of calamitous Accidents came so thick upon him, that they overtook one another. like Job is Messengers, whose bad Tidings and Reports of calamitous Accidents Come so thick upon him, that they overtook one Another. av-j np1 vbz n2, rg-crq j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2 vvd av j p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vvd pi j-jn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 205
3687 If we have a plentiful Fortune, we are apt to abuse it to Intemperance and Luxury; If we have a plentiful Fortune, we Are apt to abuse it to Intemperance and Luxury; cs pns12 vhb dt j n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3688 and this naturally breeds Bodily Pains and Diseases, which take away all the Comfort and Enjoyment of a great Estate. and this naturally breeds Bodily Pains and Diseases, which take away all the Comfort and Enjoyment of a great Estate. cc d av-j vvz j n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb av d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3689 If we have Health, it may be we are afflicted with Losses, or deprived of Friends, If we have Health, it may be we Are afflicted with Losses, or deprived of Friends, cs pns12 vhb n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn pp-f n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3690 or cross'd in our Interests and Designs; or crossed in our Interests and Designs; cc vvn p-acp po12 n2 cc n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3691 and one thing or other happens to impede and interrupt the Contentment and Happiness of our Lives. and one thing or other happens to impede and interrupt the Contentment and Happiness of our Lives. cc crd n1 cc n-jn vvz p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3692 Sometimes an unexpected Storm, or some other suddain Calamity, sweepeth away, in an instant, all that which with so much Industry and Care we have been gathering many Years. Sometime an unexpected Storm, or Some other sudden Calamity, sweeps away, in an instant, all that which with so much Industry and Care we have been gathering many years. av dt j n1, cc d j-jn j n1, vvz av, p-acp dt n-jn, d d r-crq p-acp av d n1 cc n1 pns12 vhb vbn vvg d n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3693 Or if an Estate stand firm, our Children are taken away, to whose Comfort and Advantage all the Pains and Endeavours of our Lives were devoted. Or if an Estate stand firm, our Children Are taken away, to whose Comfort and Advantage all the Pains and Endeavours of our Lives were devoted. cc cs dt n1 vvb j, po12 n2 vbr vvn av, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbdr vvn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3694 Or if none of these happen, (as it is very rare to escape most, Or if none of these happen, (as it is very rare to escape most, cc cs pix pp-f d vvb, (c-acp pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi ds, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3695 or some of them) yet for a Demonstration to us that God intended this World to be uneasie, to convince us that a perfect state of Happiness is not to be had here below; or Some of them) yet for a Demonstration to us that God intended this World to be uneasy, to convince us that a perfect state of Happiness is not to be had Here below; cc d pp-f pno32) av p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 d np1 vvd d n1 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi pno12 d dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vhd av a-acp; (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3696 we often see in Experience, that those who seem to be in a Condition as happy as this World can put them into, by the greatest Accommodations towards it, are yet as far, we often see in Experience, that those who seem to be in a Condition as happy as this World can put them into, by the greatest Accommodations towards it, Are yet as Far, pns12 av vvb p-acp n1, cst d r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 c-acp j c-acp d n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp, p-acp dt js n2 p-acp pn31, vbr av a-acp av-j, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3697 or farther from Happiness, as those who are destitute of most of those things wherein the greatest Felicity of this World is thought to consist. or farther from Happiness, as those who Are destitute of most of those things wherein the greatest Felicity of this World is Thought to consist. cc av-jc p-acp n1, c-acp d r-crq vbr j pp-f ds pp-f d n2 c-crq dt js n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3698 Many times it so happens, that they who have all the Furniture and Requisites, all the Materials and Ingredients of a Worldly Felicity at their Command, Many times it so happens, that they who have all the Furniture and Requisites, all the Materials and Ingredients of a Worldly Felicity At their Command, av-d n2 pn31 av vvz, cst pns32 r-crq vhb d dt n1 cc n2-j, d dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3699 and in their Power, yet have not the Skill and Ability out of all these to frame a happy Condition of Life to themselves. and in their Power, yet have not the Skill and Ability out of all these to frame a happy Condition of Life to themselves. cc p-acp po32 n1, av vhb xx dt n1 cc n1 av pp-f d d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32. (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3700 They have Health, and Friends, and Reputation, and Estate in abundance, and all outward Accommodations that Heart can wish; They have Health, and Friends, and Reputation, and Estate in abundance, and all outward Accommodations that Heart can wish; pns32 vhb n1, cc n2, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, cc d j n2 cst n1 vmb vvi; (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3701 and yet in the midst of all these Circumstances of outward Felicity, they are uneasie in their Minds, and yet in the midst of all these circumstances of outward Felicity, they Are uneasy in their Minds, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2 pp-f j n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp po32 n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3702 and as the Wise Man expresseth it, In their sufficiency they are in streights, and are as it were surfeited even of Happiness it self, and as the Wise Man Expresses it, In their sufficiency they Are in straights, and Are as it were surfeited even of Happiness it self, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31, p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vbr p-acp n2, cc vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr vvn av pp-f n1 pn31 n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3703 and do so fantastically and unaccountably nauseate the good Condition they are in, that tho they want nothing to make them Happy, and do so fantastically and unaccountably nauseate the good Condition they Are in, that though they want nothing to make them Happy, cc vdb av av-j cc av-j vvi dt j n1 pns32 vbr p-acp, cst cs pns32 vvb pix pc-acp vvi pno32 j, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3704 yet they cannot think themselves so; yet they cannot think themselves so; av pns32 vmbx vvi px32 av; (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3705 though they have nothing in the World to molest and disgust them, yet they can make a shift to create as much trouble to themselves, out of nothing, though they have nothing in the World to molest and disgust them, yet they can make a shift to create as much trouble to themselves, out of nothing, cs pns32 vhb pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp px32, av pp-f pix, (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3706 as they who have the real and substantial Causes of Discontent. Which plainly shews, That we are not to look for Happiness here; as they who have the real and substantial Causes of Discontent. Which plainly shows, That we Are not to look for Happiness Here; c-acp pns32 r-crq vhb dt j cc j n2 pp-f n-jn. r-crq av-j vvz, cst pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 av; (19) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 205
3707 'tis not to be found in this Land of the Living; it's not to be found in this Land of the Living; pn31|vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n-vvg; (19) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 205
3708 and after our Enquiries after it, we shall see sufficient Reason to take up Solomon 's Conclusion, That all is Vanity and Vexation of Spirit; and After our Enquiries After it, we shall see sufficient Reason to take up Solomon is Conclusion, That all is Vanity and Vexation of Spirit; cc p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 vbz n1, cst d vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 205
3709 which is much the same with that Aphorism of David his Father, which I mentioned before, That Man in his best estate is altogether vanity. which is much the same with that Aphorism of David his Father, which I mentioned before, That Man in his best estate is altogether vanity. r-crq vbz d dt d p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, r-crq pns11 vvd a-acp, cst n1 p-acp po31 js n1 vbz av n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 205
3710 But what Happiness soever our Condition in this World is capable of, 'tis most assuredly full of Uncertainty and Unsettlement; But what Happiness soever our Condition in this World is capable of, it's most assuredly full of Uncertainty and Unsettlement; cc-acp q-crq n1 av po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz j pp-f, pn31|vbz av-ds av-vvn j pp-f n1 cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3711 we cannot enjoy it long, and every moment we are in danger of being deprived of it. we cannot enjoy it long, and every moment we Are in danger of being deprived of it. pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j, cc d n1 pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn pp-f pn31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3712 Whatever degree of Earthly Felicity we are possess'd of, we have no Security that it shall continue. Whatever degree of Earthly Felicity we Are possessed of, we have no Security that it shall continue. r-crq n1 pp-f j n1 pns12 vbr vvn pp-f, pns12 vhb dx n1 cst pn31 vmb vvi. (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3713 There is nothing in this World, but, when we are as sure of it as this World can make us, may be taken away from us by a thousand Accidents. There is nothing in this World, but, when we Are as sure of it as this World can make us, may be taken away from us by a thousand Accidents. pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d n1, cc-acp, c-crq pns12 vbr a-acp j pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pno12, vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt crd n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3714 But suppose it to abide and continue; we our selves shall be taken away from it. But suppose it to abide and continue; we our selves shall be taken away from it. cc-acp vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; pns12 po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3715 We must die, and in that very Day all our Enjoyments and Hopes, as to this World, will perish with us; We must die, and in that very Day all our Enjoyments and Hope's, as to this World, will perish with us; pns12 vmb vvi, cc p-acp d j n1 d po12 n2 cc ng1, c-acp p-acp d n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno12; (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3716 for here is no Abiding Place, we have no continuing City: So that it is vain to design a Happiness to our selves in this World, for Here is no Abiding Place, we have no Continuing city: So that it is vain to Design a Happiness to our selves in this World, c-acp av vbz dx j-vvg n1, pns12 vhb dx vvg n1: av cst pn31 vbz j p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3717 when we are not to stay in it, but only travel and pass through it. And this is the First; Our Condition in this World is very troublesom and unsettled. when we Are not to stay in it, but only travel and pass through it. And this is the First; Our Condition in this World is very troublesome and unsettled. c-crq pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31. cc d vbz dt ord; po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 205
3718 2. Our Condition in this World being a state of Pilgrimage, doth imply a tendency to a future Settlement, 2. Our Condition in this World being a state of Pilgrimage, does imply a tendency to a future Settlement, crd po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3719 and the Hopes and Expectation of a happier Condition hereafter. And so the Apostle reasons immediately after the Text; and the Hope's and Expectation of a Happier Condition hereafter. And so the Apostle Reasons immediately After the Text; cc dt ng1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc n1 av. cc av dt n1 n2 av-j p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3720 they confessed that they were Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth; for they that say such things, declare plainly that they seek a Country; they confessed that they were Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth; for they that say such things, declare plainly that they seek a Country; pns32 vvd cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; c-acp pns32 cst vvb d n2, vvb av-j cst pns32 vvb dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3721 that is, they who acknowledge themselves to be Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth, and yet withal profess to be perswaded of the Goodness of God, that is, they who acknowledge themselves to be Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth, and yet withal profess to be persuaded of the goodness of God, cst vbz, pns32 r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vbi ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc av av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3722 and the Fidelity of his Promise, do plainly declare, that they seek another Country. and the Fidis of his Promise, do plainly declare, that they seek Another Country. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vdb av-j vvi, cst pns32 vvb j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3723 This is spoken of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who acknowledged themselves to be Strangers and Pilgrims in the Earth; This is spoken of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who acknowledged themselves to be Strangers and Pilgrim's in the Earth; d vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, r-crq vvd px32 pc-acp vbi n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3724 and thereby declared, that they sought another Country. and thereby declared, that they sought Another Country. cc av vvn, cst pns32 vvd j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3725 Now, says the Apostle, this cannot be the Country from whence they first came, Vr of the Chaldees, v. 15. And truly, Now, Says the Apostle, this cannot be the Country from whence they First Come, Vr of the Chaldees, v. 15. And truly, av, vvz dt n1, d vmbx vbi dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 ord vvd, n1 pp-f dt np2, n1 crd cc av-j, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3726 if they had been mindful of that Country from whence they came out, they might have had an oportunity of returning thither. if they had been mindful of that Country from whence they Come out, they might have had an opportunity of returning thither. cs pns32 vhd vbn j pp-f d n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd av, pns32 vmd vhi vhn dt n1 pp-f vvg av. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3727 And therefore he concludes, that the Country which they sought was a better Country than any in this World. V. 16. But now they desire a better Country; And Therefore he concludes, that the Country which they sought was a better Country than any in this World. V. 16. But now they desire a better Country; cc av pns31 vvz, cst dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd vbds dt jc n1 cs d p-acp d n1. n1 crd p-acp av pns32 vvb dt jc n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3728 that is, an Heavenly: Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; for he hath prepared for them a City. that is, an Heavenly: Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; for he hath prepared for them a city. cst vbz, dt j: av np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3729 This plainly refers to that famous Declaration or Promise of God to the Patriarchs of being their God; This plainly refers to that famous Declaration or Promise of God to the Patriarchs of being their God; d av-j vvz p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vbg po32 n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3730 I am the God of Abraham, the God of 〈 ◊ 〉, the God of Jacob. Now certainly this Promise of God did signifie some very great Blessing and Advantage to those faithful Servants of God above others. I am the God of Abraham, the God of 〈 ◊ 〉, the God of Jacob. Now Certainly this Promise of God did signify Some very great Blessing and Advantage to those faithful Servants of God above Others. pns11 vbm dt np1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉, dt n1 pp-f np1 av av-j d n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi d av j n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n2-jn. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3731 This was not made good to them in this World; for they confessed, that they were Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth. This was not made good to them in this World; for they confessed, that they were Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth. d vbds xx vvn j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1; p-acp pns32 vvd, cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3732 Where then is the Blessing spoken of and signified by the great Words of that Promise, that God was their God? They met with no such Condition in this World, Where then is the Blessing spoken of and signified by the great Words of that Promise, that God was their God? They met with no such Condition in this World, c-crq av vbz dt n1 vvn pp-f cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d vvb, cst np1 vbds po32 n1? pns32 vvd p-acp dx d n1 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3733 as was answerable to the greatness of that Promise. From hence the Apostle argues, that they had a firm Perswasion of a future Happiness; as was answerable to the greatness of that Promise. From hence the Apostle argues, that they had a firm Persuasion of a future Happiness; c-acp vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp av dt n1 vvz, cst pns32 vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3734 For they that say such things, declare plainly, that they seek a better Country; For they that say such things, declare plainly, that they seek a better Country; c-acp pns32 cst vvb d n2, vvb av-j, cst pns32 vvb dt jc n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3735 that is, an Heavenly. Wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, since he hath prepared for them a City. that is, an Heavenly. Wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, since he hath prepared for them a city. cst vbz, dt j. c-crq np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3736 And tho the Promise of God to Abraham did immediately design the Land of Canaan, and the earthly Jerusalem; yet the Apostle extends it to that which was typified by it; And though the Promise of God to Abraham did immediately Design the Land of Canaan, and the earthly Jerusalem; yet the Apostle extends it to that which was typified by it; cc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vdd av-j n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j np1; av dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3737 viz. an Heavenly Country, the Jerusalem which is above, which, at the 10th Verse of this Chapter, is called a City, which hath Foundations, whose Builder and Maker is God. viz. an Heavenly Country, the Jerusalem which is above, which, At the 10th Verse of this Chapter, is called a city, which hath Foundations, whose Builder and Maker is God. n1 dt j n1, dt np1 r-crq vbz a-acp, r-crq, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vbz vvn dt n1, r-crq vhz n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz np1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3738 And now, seeing God had designed and prepared so great a Happiness for them in another World, And now, seeing God had designed and prepared so great a Happiness for them in Another World, cc av, vvg np1 vhd vvn cc vvd av j dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3739 well might he be called their God, notwithstanding that they were Strangers and Pilgrims on the Earth; well might he be called their God, notwithstanding that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's on the Earth; av vmd pns31 vbi vvn po32 n1, p-acp cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3740 that is, Tho the full Meaning and Importance of this Promise was not made good to them in this World, that is, Though the full Meaning and Importance of this Promise was not made good to them in this World, cst vbz, cs dt j vvg cc n1 pp-f d n1 vbds xx vvn j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3741 yet it was accomplish'd to the full in the Happiness which was designed for them in another Life. yet it was accomplished to the full in the Happiness which was designed for them in Another Life. av pn31 vbds vvd p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3742 And God need not be ashamed to be called their God; And God need not be ashamed to be called their God; cc np1 vvb xx vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3743 implying, that if nothing had been meant by it beyond this World, this Promise, of God's being their God, would have fallen shamefully short of what it seemed to import. implying, that if nothing had been meant by it beyond this World, this Promise, of God's being their God, would have fallen shamefully short of what it seemed to import. vvg, cst cs pix vhd vbn vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1, d vvb, pp-f npg1 vbg po32 n1, vmd vhi vvn av-j j pp-f r-crq pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3744 And this I conceive to be the true Reason, why our Saviour lays so much Weight upon this Promise, And this I conceive to be the true Reason, why our Saviour lays so much Weight upon this Promise, cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1, c-crq po12 n1 vvz av d n1 p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3745 as to pitch upon it for the Proof of the Resurrection; that is, of a future state of Happiness in another World. as to pitch upon it for the Proof of the Resurrection; that is, of a future state of Happiness in Another World. c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d vbz, pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 205
3746 There are many Considerations apt to perswade Good Men of another Life after this: As, That Mankind is generally possess'd with this Hope and Perswasion; There Are many Considerations apt to persuade Good Men of Another Life After this: As, That Mankind is generally possessed with this Hope and Persuasion; pc-acp vbr d n2 j pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d: c-acp, cst n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3747 and that the more wise and virtuous Men have been, the more plainly have they apprehended the Hopes of Immortality, and that the more wise and virtuous Men have been, the more plainly have they apprehended the Hope's of Immortality, cc cst dt av-dc j cc j n2 vhb vbn, dt av-dc av-j vhb pns32 vvn dt ng1 pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3748 and the better have they been contented to leave this World; and the better have they been contented to leave this World; cc dt jc vhb pns32 vbn vvn pc-acp vvi d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3749 as if, seeing farther than other Men, they had a clearer Prospect of the Happiness they were entering upon: as if, seeing farther than other Men, they had a clearer Prospect of the Happiness they were entering upon: c-acp cs, vvg av-jc cs j-jn n2, pns32 vhd dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvg p-acp: (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3750 But above all, that God hath made our Condition in this World so troublesom and unsettled, But above all, that God hath made our Condition in this World so troublesome and unsettled, cc-acp p-acp d, cst np1 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp d n1 av j cc j, (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3751 as if he had designed on purpose to make us seek for Happiness elsewhere, and to elevate and raise our Minds to the Hopes and Expectation of a Condition better and more durable, as if he had designed on purpose to make us seek for Happiness elsewhere, and to elevate and raise our Minds to the Hope's and Expectation of a Condition better and more durable, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt ng1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jc cc av-dc j, (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3752 than any is to be met with in this World; than any is to be met with in this World; cs d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3753 which, considering the Goodness of God, and his gracious Providence and Care of Good Men, is a thing of it self extremely credible. which, considering the goodness of God, and his gracious Providence and Care of Good Men, is a thing of it self extremely credible. r-crq, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 j n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1 av-jn j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 205
3754 Having thus, as briefly as I could, dispatched the Two Particulars which I propounded to speak to for the Explication of the Text; Having thus, as briefly as I could, dispatched the Two Particulars which I propounded to speak to for the Explication of the Text; vhg av, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmd, vvd dt crd n2-j r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 659 Image 205
3755 I should now shew what Influence these Considerations ought to have upon our Lives and Practice. I should now show what Influence these Considerations ought to have upon our Lives and Practice. pns11 vmd av vvi r-crq n1 d n2 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp po12 n2 cc n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 659 Image 205
3756 And if this be our Condition in this World, and these our Hopes and Expectations as to another Life; And if this be our Condition in this World, and these our Hope's and Expectations as to Another Life; cc cs d vbb po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cc d po12 ng1 cc n2 c-acp p-acp j-jn n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 205
3757 if we be Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth; if we be Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth; cs pns12 vbb ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 205
3758 and look for a better Country, that is, an Heavenly; this ought to have a great Influence upon us in these following respects, which I shall at present but very briefly mention. and look for a better Country, that is, an Heavenly; this ought to have a great Influence upon us in these following respects, which I shall At present but very briefly mention. cc vvb p-acp dt jc n1, cst vbz, dt j; d pi pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d j-vvg vvz, r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp vvi cc-acp av av-j vvi. (19) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 205
3759 1. Let us intangle and incumber our selves as little as we can in this our Pilgrimage; 1. Let us entangle and encumber our selves as little as we can in this our Pilgrimage; crd vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp j c-acp pns12 vmb p-acp d po12 n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 205
3760 let us not ingage our Affections too far in the Pleasures and Advantages of this World; let us not engage our Affections too Far in the Pleasures and Advantages of this World; vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 av av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 205
3761 for we are not to continue and settle in it, but to pass through it. A little will serve for our Passage and Accommodation in this Journey; for we Are not to continue and settle in it, but to pass through it. A little will serve for our Passage and Accommodation in this Journey; c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. dt j vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 205
3762 and beyond that, why should we so earnestly covet and seek more? and beyond that, why should we so earnestly covet and seek more? cc p-acp d, q-crq vmd pns12 av av-j vvi cc vvi dc? (19) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 205
3763 2. If we be Pilgrims and Strangers; then it concerns us to behave our selves blamelesly and inoffensively, remembering, that the Eyes of People are upon us, 2. If we be Pilgrim's and Strangers; then it concerns us to behave our selves blamelessly and inoffensively, remembering, that the Eyes of People Are upon us, crd cs pns12 vbb ng1 cc n2; cs pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j cc av-j, vvg, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp pno12, (19) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 205
3764 and that those among whom we live will be very curious and observant of our Manners and Carriage. and that those among whom we live will be very curious and observant of our Manners and Carriage. cc cst d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb vmb vbi av j cc j pp-f po12 n2 cc n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 205
3765 3. Let us be chearful and patient under the Troubles and Afflictions of this present Life. 3. Let us be cheerful and patient under the Troubles and Afflictions of this present Life. crd vvb pno12 vbi j cc j p-acp dt vvz cc n2 pp-f d j n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 205
3766 They who are in a strange Country, must expect to encounter many Injuries and Affronts, They who Are in a strange Country, must expect to encounter many Injuries and Affronts, pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cc vvz, (19) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 205
3767 and to be put to great Difficulties and Hazards, which we should endeavour to bear with that Chearfulness, and to be put to great Difficulties and Hazards, which we should endeavour to bear with that Cheerfulness, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2, r-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp vvb p-acp d n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 205
3768 as Men that are upon a Journey use to bear foul Ways and bad Weather, and inconvenient Lodging and Accomodations. as Men that Are upon a Journey use to bear foul Ways and bad Weather, and inconvenient Lodging and Accommodations. c-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi j n2 cc j n1, cc j n1 cc n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 205
3769 4. The Consideration of our present Condition and future Hopes should set us above the Fondness of Life, 4. The Consideration of our present Condition and future Hope's should Set us above the Fondness of Life, crd dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc j-jn ng1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3770 and the slavish Fear of Death. and the slavish fear of Death. cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3771 For our Minds will never be raised to their true Pitch and Hight, till we have in some good measure conquered these two Passions, For our Minds will never be raised to their true Pitch and Hight, till we have in Some good measure conquered these two Passion, p-acp po12 n2 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp d j n1 vvd d crd n2, (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3772 and made them subject to our Reason. and made them Subject to our Reason. cc vvd pno32 n-jn p-acp po12 n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3773 As for this present Life, and the Enjoyments of it, What do we see in them, that should make us so strangely to dote upon them? Quae Miseri lucis tam dira cupido? This World, at the best, is but a very indifferent Place; As for this present Life, and the Enjoyments of it, What do we see in them, that should make us so strangely to dote upon them? Quae Miseri lucis tam dira Cupido? This World, At the best, is but a very indifferent Place; p-acp p-acp d j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, q-crq vdb pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, cst vmd vvi pno12 av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? d n1, p-acp dt js, vbz p-acp dt j j n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3774 and he is the wisest Man that bears himself towards it with the most indifferent Affection; and he is the Wisest Man that bears himself towards it with the most indifferent Affection; cc pns31 vbz dt js n1 cst vvz px31 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3775 that is always willing to leave it, and yet patient to stay in it as long as God pleases. that is always willing to leave it, and yet patient to stay in it as long as God Pleases. d vbz av j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp np1 vvz. (19) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 205
3776 5. We should always prefer our Duty and a good Conscience before all the World; 5. We should always prefer our Duty and a good Conscience before all the World; crd pns12 vmd av vvi po12 n1 cc dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 205
3777 because it is in truth more valuable, if our Souls be Immortal, and do survive in another World. Because it is in truth more valuable, if our Souls be Immortal, and do survive in Another World. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 av-dc j, cs po12 n2 vbb j, cc vdb vvi p-acp j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 205
3778 For (as our Saviour argues) What is a man profited, if he gain the whole World, For (as our Saviour argues) What is a man profited, if he gain the Whole World, p-acp (p-acp po12 n1 vvz) q-crq vbz dt n1 vvn, cs pns31 vvb dt j-jn n1, (19) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 205
3779 and lose his own Soul? Or what shall a Man give in exchange for his Soul? And thus St. Paul reasoned with himself, from the Belief of a Resurrection of the Just and Unjust. and loose his own Soul? Or what shall a Man give in exchange for his Soul? And thus Saint Paul reasoned with himself, from the Belief of a Resurrection of the Just and Unjust. cc vvi po31 d n1? cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? cc av n1 np1 vvn p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-u. (19) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 205
3780 For this cause (saith he) I exercise my self alway to have a Conscience void of offence both toward God and toward Man. For this cause (Says he) I exercise my self always to have a Conscience void of offence both towards God and towards Man. p-acp d n1 (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb po11 n1 av pc-acp vhi dt n1 j pp-f n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1 (19) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 205
3781 Lastly, If we be Sojourners and Travellers, we should often think of our End, and carefully mind the Way to it. Our End is Everlasting Happiness; Lastly, If we be Sojourners and Travellers, we should often think of our End, and carefully mind the Way to it. Our End is Everlasting Happiness; ord, cs pns12 vbb n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd av vvi pp-f po12 vvb, cc av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31. np1 vvb vbz j n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3782 and the Way to it is a constant and sincere and universal Obedience to the Commandments of God. and the Way to it is a constant and sincere and universal obedience to the commandments of God. cc dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz dt j cc j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3783 When the Young Man in the Gospel enquired of our Saviour the way to Eternal Happiness, saying, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? His Answer to him was, If thou wilt enter into Life, keep the Commandments. When the Young Man in the Gospel inquired of our Saviour the Way to Eternal Happiness, saying, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? His Answer to him was, If thou wilt enter into Life, keep the commandments. c-crq dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f po12 n1 dt n1 p-acp j n1, vvg, j n1, r-crq j n1 vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? po31 n1 p-acp pno31 vbds, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1, vvb dt n2. (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3784 We may easily mistake our way; We may Easily mistake our Way; pns12 vmb av-j vvi po12 n1; (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3785 For strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way that leads to Life, and few there be that find it. For strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way that leads to Life, and few there be that find it. p-acp n1 vbz dt n1, cc j vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, cc d pc-acp vbi cst vvb pn31. (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3786 Therefore we should often pray to God, as David does, Psalm 119. 19. I am a Stranger in the Earth, hide not thy Commandments from me. Therefore we should often pray to God, as David does, Psalm 119. 19. I am a Stranger in the Earth, hide not thy commandments from me. av pns12 vmd av vvb p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vdz, n1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb xx po21 n2 p-acp pno11. (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3787 And Psalm 139. 23, 24. Search me, O God, and know my Heart; try me, and know my Thoughts; And Psalm 139. 23, 24. Search me, Oh God, and know my Heart; try me, and know my Thoughts; cc n1 crd crd, crd n1 pno11, uh np1, cc vvb po11 n1; vvb pno11, cc vvb po11 n2; (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3788 and see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the Way Everlasting. and see if there be any wicked Way in me, and led me in the Way Everlasting. cc vvb cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 p-acp pno11, cc vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 j. (19) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 205
3789 A SERMON, On HEB. XI. 13. And confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrims in the Earth. The whole Verse runs thus: A SERMON, On HEBREW. XI. 13. And confessed that they were Strangers and Pilgrim's in the Earth. The Whole Verse runs thus: dt n1, p-acp n1. crd. crd np1 vvd cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc ng1 p-acp dt n1. dt j-jn n1 vvz av: (20) sermon (DIV1) 666 Image 232
3790 These all died in Faith, not having received the Promises, but having seen them afar off, These all died in Faith, not having received the Promises, but having seen them afar off, d d vvd p-acp n1, xx vhg vvn dt vvz, cc-acp vhg vvn pno32 av a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 667 Image 232
3791 and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they, &c. I Have lately in this Place (upon a particular Day and Occasion) begun to handle these Words: and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they, etc. I Have lately in this Place (upon a particular Day and Occasion) begun to handle these Words: cc vbdr vvn pp-f pno32, cc vvd pno32, cc vvd cst pns32, av pns11 vhb av-j p-acp d n1 (p-acp dt j n1 cc n1) vvd pc-acp vvi d n2: (20) sermon (DIV1) 667 Image 232
3792 I shall briefly give you the Heads of what hath been already delivered, and proceed to what remains. I shall briefly give you the Heads of what hath been already Delivered, and proceed to what remains. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 dt n2 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn av vvn, cc vvi p-acp r-crq vvz. (20) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 232
3793 And that which I designed from this Text, was, To represent to us our present Condition in this World, And that which I designed from this Text, was, To represent to us our present Condition in this World, cc cst r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp d n1, vbds, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 po12 j n1 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 232
3794 and to awaken us to a due Sense and Consideration of it. and to awaken us to a due Sense and Consideration of it. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 232
3795 It is the same Condition that all the Saints and Holy Men that have gone before us were in, in this World; It is the same Condition that all the Saints and Holy Men that have gone before us were in, in this World; pn31 vbz dt d n1 cst d dt n2 cc j n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno12 vbdr p-acp, p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 232
3796 and we may all of us say with David, Psal. 39. 12. I am a Stranger with Thee, and we may all of us say with David, Psalm 39. 12. I am a Stranger with Thee, cc pns12 vmb d pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp pno21, (20) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 232
3797 and a Sojourner, as all my Fathers were. and a Sojourner, as all my Father's were. cc dt n1, c-acp d po11 n2 vbdr. (20) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 232
3798 It is very frequent, not only in Scripture, but in other Authors, to represent our Condition in this World, by that of Pilgrims and Sojourners in a far Country. It is very frequent, not only in Scripture, but in other Authors, to represent our Condition in this World, by that of Pilgrim's and Sojourners in a Far Country. pn31 vbz av j, xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d pp-f ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 232
3799 For the Mind, which is the Man, and our Immortal Souls, which are, by far, the most noble and excellent Part of our selves, are the Natives of Heaven, For the Mind, which is the Man, and our Immortal Souls, which Are, by Far, the most noble and excellent Part of our selves, Are the Natives of Heaven, p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1, cc po12 j n2, r-crq vbr, p-acp av-j, dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbr dt n2-jn pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 232
3800 and but Pilgrims and Strangers here on the Earth; and but Pilgrim's and Strangers Here on the Earth; cc p-acp ng2 cc n2 av p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 232
3801 and when the Days of our Pilgrimage shall be accomplished, are designed to return to that Heavenly Country from which they came, and to which they belong. and when the Days of our Pilgrimage shall be accomplished, Are designed to return to that Heavenly Country from which they Come, and to which they belong. cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 232
3802 And for the Explication of this Metaphor, I insisted only upon Two Things, which seem plainly to be designed and intended by it. And for the Explication of this Metaphor, I insisted only upon Two Things, which seem plainly to be designed and intended by it. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvd av-j p-acp crd n2, r-crq vvb av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 232
3803 1. That our Condition in this World is very troublesom and unsettled; They confessed, that they were Pilgrims and Strangers on the Earth. 1. That our Condition in this World is very troublesome and unsettled; They confessed, that they were Pilgrim's and Strangers on the Earth. crd cst po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j; pns32 vvd, cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 232
3804 II. It implies a tendency to a future Settlement, and the Hopes and Expectation of a happier Condition, into which we shall enter when we go out of this World. II It Implies a tendency to a future Settlement, and the Hope's and Expectation of a Happier Condition, into which we shall enter when we go out of this World. crd pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt ng1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vvb av pp-f d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 232
3805 And these I told you are Two very Weighty and Useful Considerations; And these I told you Are Two very Weighty and Useful Considerations; cc d pns11 vvd pn22 vbr crd av j cc j n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 232
3806 That we should both understand our present Condition in this World, and our future Hopes and Expectation after our Departure out of it; That we should both understand our present Condition in this World, and our future Hope's and Expectation After our Departure out of it; cst pns12 vmd av-d vvi po12 j n1 p-acp d n1, cc po12 j-jn ng1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 av pp-f pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 232
3807 that so we may demean our selves suitably to both these Conditions; that so we may demean our selves suitably to both these Conditions; cst av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j p-acp d d n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 232
3808 both as is fit for those who look on themselves as Pilgrims and Sojourners in this World; both as is fit for those who look on themselves as Pilgrim's and Sojourners in this World; d c-acp vbz j p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp px32 c-acp ng1 cc n2 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 232
3809 and likewise, as it becomes those who seek and expect a better Country, and hope to be Partakers of a Blessed Immortality in another World. I. and likewise, as it becomes those who seek and expect a better Country, and hope to be Partakers of a Blessed Immortality in Another World. I. cc av, c-acp pn31 vvz d r-crq vvb cc vvi dt jc n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp j-jn n1. pns11. (20) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 232
3810 That our Condition in this World is very Troublesom and Unsettled; That our Condition in this World is very Troublesome and Unsettled; cst po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j cc j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3811 and this is principally intended by the Metaphor of Pilgrims and Strangers. Such was the Life of the Patriarchs here spoken of in the Text; and this is principally intended by the Metaphor of Pilgrim's and Strangers. Such was the Life of the Patriarchs Here spoken of in the Text; cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 cc n2. d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3812 they had no constant Abode and fixt Habitation, but were continually wandering from one Kingdom and Country to another; they had no constant Abided and fixed Habitation, but were continually wandering from one Kingdom and Country to Another; pns32 vhd dx j vvd cc vvn n1, cc-acp vbdr av-j vvg p-acp crd n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3813 in which Travels they were exposed to a great many Dangers and Sufferings, Affronts and Injuries; in which Travels they were exposed to a great many Dangers and Sufferings, Affronts and Injuries; p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j d n2 cc n2, vvz cc n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3814 as we read at large in the History of their Travels in the Old Testament. And such is our Condition in this World; as we read At large in the History of their Travels in the Old Testament. And such is our Condition in this World; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1. cc d vbz po12 n1 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3815 it is often Troublesom, and always Uncertain, and Unsettled: it is often Troublesome, and always Uncertain, and Unsettled: pn31 vbz av j, cc av j-u, cc j-vvn: (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3816 So that whatever Degree of Worldly Felicity any Man is possest of, he hath no Security that it shall continue for one Moment. So that whatever Degree of Worldly Felicity any Man is possessed of, he hath no Security that it shall continue for one Moment. av cst r-crq n1 pp-f j n1 d n1 vbz vvn pp-f, pns31 vhz dx n1 cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 232
3817 II. Our condition in this World being a State of Pilgrimage, it implies a Tendency to a Future Settlement, II Our condition in this World being a State of Pilgrimage, it Implies a Tendency to a Future Settlement, crd po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3818 and the Hopes and Expectation of a Happier Condition, into which we shall enter so soon as we leave this World. and the Hope's and Expectation of a Happier Condition, into which we shall enter so soon as we leave this World. cc dt ng1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi av av c-acp pns12 vvb d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3819 For so it follows immediately after the Text; They confessed that they were Pilgrims and Strangers on the Earth; For so it follows immediately After the Text; They confessed that they were Pilgrim's and Strangers on the Earth; p-acp av pn31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1; pns32 vvd cst pns32 vbdr ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3820 For they that say such things, declare plainly that they seek a Country. They that say such things; For they that say such things, declare plainly that they seek a Country. They that say such things; c-acp pns32 cst vvb d n2, vvb av-j cst pns32 vvb dt n1. pns32 cst vvb d n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3821 that is, They that acknowledge themselves to have lived in such a Restless and Uncertain Condition in this World, Travelling from one Place to another, that is, They that acknowledge themselves to have lived in such a Restless and Uncertain Condition in this World, Traveling from one Place to Another, cst vbz, pns32 cst vvb px32 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d dt j cc j-u n1 p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3822 as the Patriarchs Abraham, Isaac and Jacob did; as the Patriarchs Abraham, Isaac and Jacob did; c-acp dt n2 np1, np1 cc np1 vdd; (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3823 and yet pretend to be persuaded of the Goodness of God, and the faithfulness of his Promise; and yet pretend to be persuaded of the goodness of God, and the faithfulness of his Promise; cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3824 in which He so solemnly declares Himself to be their God; do hereby plainly shew, that they expect some Happier Condition hereafter, wherein that Great Promise of God, will be made good to them to the full. in which He so solemnly declares Himself to be their God; do hereby plainly show, that they expect Some Happier Condition hereafter, wherein that Great Promise of God, will be made good to them to the full. p-acp r-crq pns31 av av-j vvz px31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1; vdb av av-j vvi, cst pns32 vvb d jc n1 av, c-crq cst j n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3825 So that He need not be ashamed to have been called their God. So that He need not be ashamed to have been called their God. av cst pns31 vvb xx vbb j pc-acp vhi vbn vvn po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 232
3826 Having handled at large these Two Particulars, I come now to shew what Influence the Consideration of them ought to have upon our Lives and Practices. Having handled At large these Two Particulars, I come now to show what Influence the Consideration of them ought to have upon our Lives and Practices. vhg vvn p-acp j d crd n2-j, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmd p-acp vhb p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 232
3827 And if this be our Condition in this World, and these our Hopes and Expectations, as to another Life: And if this be our Condition in this World, and these our Hope's and Expectations, as to Another Life: cc cs d vbb po12 n1 p-acp d n1, cc d po12 ng1 cc n2, c-acp p-acp j-jn n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 232
3828 If we be Pilgrims and Strangers in the Earth, and look for a better Country, that is, an Heavenly; If we be Pilgrim's and Strangers in the Earth, and look for a better Country, that is, an Heavenly; cs pns12 vbb ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt jc n1, cst vbz, dt j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 232
3829 this ought to have a great Influence upon us in these following Respects, which I did but briefly mention before; this ought to have a great Influence upon us in these following Respects, which I did but briefly mention before; d pi pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d j-vvg n2, r-crq pns11 vdd p-acp av-j vvi a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 232
3830 but shall now Prosecute and Press more largely. I. but shall now Prosecute and Press more largely. I. cc-acp vmb av vvi cc vvi av-dc av-j. pns11. (20) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 232
3831 Let us Entangle and Incumber our selves as little as we can in this our Pilgrimage: Let us Entangle and Encumber our selves as little as we can in this our Pilgrimage: vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp j c-acp pns12 vmb p-acp d po12 n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3832 Let us not Engage our Affections too far in the Pleasures and Advantages of this World, Let us not Engage our Affections too Far in the Pleasures and Advantages of this World, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 av av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3833 because we are not to stay in it, but to pass through it. Because we Are not to stay in it, but to pass through it. c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3834 Upon this Consideration the Apostle St. Peter doth so earnestly exhort Christians to preserve themselves from fleshly Lusts, 1 Pet. 2. 11. Dearly Beloved, I beseech you, Upon this Consideration the Apostle Saint Peter does so earnestly exhort Christians to preserve themselves from fleshly Lustiest, 1 Pet. 2. 11. Dearly beloved, I beseech you, p-acp d n1 dt n1 n1 np1 vdz av av-j vvi np1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp j n2, crd np1 crd crd av-jn vvn, pns11 vvb pn22, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3835 as Strangers and Pilgrims, to abstain from fleshly Lusts, which war against the Soul. The gratifying of our inordinate Lusts, as Strangers and Pilgrim's, to abstain from fleshly Lustiest, which war against the Soul. The gratifying of our inordinate Lustiest, c-acp n2 cc ng1, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 dt vvg pp-f po12 j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3836 and our Carnal and Sensual Inclinations, is directly opposite both to the Nature of our Immortal Spirits, and our Carnal and Sensual Inclinations, is directly opposite both to the Nature of our Immortal Spirits, cc po12 j cc j n2, vbz av-j j-jn av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3837 and to their great Design and Business in this World. and to their great Design and Business in this World. cc p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3838 Fleshly Lusts do not only pollute and defile, but even quench and extinguish our Diviner part, Fleshly Lustiest do not only pollute and defile, but even quench and extinguish our Diviner part, j n2 vdb xx av-j vvi cc vvi, cc-acp av vvi cc vvi po12 jc-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3839 and do work the ruin and destruction of it; and do work the ruin and destruction of it; cc vdb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3840 they sink our Affections into the Mud and Filth of this World, and do entangle and detain them there. they sink our Affections into the Mud and Filth of this World, and do entangle and detain them there. pns32 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, cc vdb vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3841 In a word, they do wholly indispose and unfit us for that Pure and Spiritual, and Divine Life, which alone can qualifie us for our Heavenly Country and Inheritance. In a word, they do wholly indispose and unfit us for that Pure and Spiritual, and Divine Life, which alone can qualify us for our Heavenly Country and Inheritance. p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb av-jn vvi cc j pno12 p-acp d j cc np1, cc j-jn n1, r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3842 And therefore while our Souls are Sojourning in this World, we should abstain from them, And Therefore while our Souls Are Sojourning in this World, we should abstain from them, cc av cs po12 n2 vbr vvg p-acp d n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3843 and preserve our selves Unspotted and Untainted by them, as being altogether unuseful, and perfectly contrary to the Laws and Manners of our Heavenly Country. and preserve our selves Unspotted and Untainted by them, as being altogether unuseful, and perfectly contrary to the Laws and Manners of our Heavenly Country. cc vvb po12 n2 j cc j p-acp pno32, c-acp vbg av j, cc av-j j-jn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3844 If we wallow in brutish and filthy Lusts, as we pass through this World; If we wallow in brutish and filthy Lustiest, as we pass through this World; cs pns12 vvb p-acp j cc j n2, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3845 our Native Country, when our Souls think to return to it, will reject us and cast us out: our Native Country, when our Souls think to return to it, will reject us and cast us out: po12 j-jn n1, c-crq po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vmb vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 av: (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3846 when we come to Heaven's Gate, and knock there, expecting to be admitted, and shall cry, Lord, Lord, open unto us; when we come to Heaven's Gate, and knock there, expecting to be admitted, and shall cry, Lord, Lord, open unto us; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvb a-acp, vvg pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vmb vvi, n1, n1, vvb p-acp pno12; (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3847 He will bid us to depart from Him, because we have been workers of iniquity. Nothing that is unclean can enter into Heaven. He will bid us to depart from Him, Because we have been workers of iniquity. Nothing that is unclean can enter into Heaven. pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 vhb vbn n2 pp-f n1. pix cst vbz j vmb vvi p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3848 He who is to receive us into those Blessed Mansions, hath declared it to be his Immutable Resolution, He who is to receive us into those Blessed Mansions, hath declared it to be his Immutable Resolution, pns31 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d j-vvn n2, vhz vvn pn31 pc-acp vbi po31 j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3849 and Decree, that without Holiness, no Man shall see the Lord. and decree, that without Holiness, no Man shall see the Lord. cc n1, cst p-acp n1, dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3850 And therefore, as ever we hope to see God, in that Happy and Blissful State, we must Cleanse our selves from all Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, And Therefore, as ever we hope to see God, in that Happy and Blissful State, we must Cleanse our selves from all Filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, cc av, c-acp av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp cst j cc j n1, pns12 vmb vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3851 and perfect Holiness in the Fear of God; and perfect Holiness in the fear of God; cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3852 that having render'd our selves as like Him as we can in this World, we may be capable of the Blessed Sight and Enjoyment of Him in the other. that having rendered our selves as like Him as we can in this World, we may be capable of the Blessed Sighed and Enjoyment of Him in the other. cst vhg vvn po12 n2 c-acp av-j pno31 c-acp pns12 vmb p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 232
3853 And as for the Advantages of this World, let us not pursue them too eagerly. And as for the Advantages of this World, let us not pursue them too eagerly. cc c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi pno32 av av-j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3854 We may take the Conveniences which fairly offer themselves to us, and be content to want what we cannot Honestly have, We may take the Conveniences which fairly offer themselves to us, and be content to want what we cannot Honestly have, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 r-crq av-j vvi px32 p-acp pno12, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmbx av-j vhi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3855 and without going out of the way of our Duty; and without going out of the Way of our Duty; cc p-acp vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3856 considering that we are Travellers, and that a little will serve for our Passage and Accommodation in our Pilgrimage. considering that we Are Travellers, and that a little will serve for our Passage and Accommodation in our Pilgrimage. vvg cst pns12 vbr n2, cc cst dt j vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3857 And beyond that why should we so earnestly covet more, and trouble our selves for that which is not necessary to our Journey? Why should we at any time deal unjustly, to attain any of this World's Goods? They will stand us in stead for so little a while, that we can have no temptation to injure or oppress any Man, to break the Peace of our Consciences, And beyond that why should we so earnestly covet more, and trouble our selves for that which is not necessary to our Journey? Why should we At any time deal unjustly, to attain any of this World's Goods? They will stand us in stead for so little a while, that we can have no temptation to injure or oppress any Man, to break the Peace of our Consciences, cc p-acp d c-crq vmd pns12 av av-j vvi av-dc, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx j p-acp po12 n1? q-crq vmd pns12 p-acp d n1 vvi av-j, pc-acp vvi d pp-f d n1|vbz n2-j? pns32 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1 c-acp av j dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3858 and to wound our Souls, for the attaining of them. and to wound our Souls, for the attaining of them. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32. (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3859 If the Providence of God offer them to us, and bring them to our hands, in the use of Honest Diligence, and Lawful Means; If the Providence of God offer them to us, and bring them to our hands, in the use of Honest Diligence, and Lawful Means; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno32 p-acp pno12, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3860 as we are not to refuse them, so neither are we to set our Hearts upon them, as we Are not to refuse them, so neither Are we to Set our Hearts upon them, c-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pno32, av av-d vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3861 nor to suffer our Affections to be entangled in them. nor to suffer our Affections to be entangled in them. ccx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 232
3862 The wisest Use we can make of them, will be, to do like those who traffick in Foreign Parts, to consign our Estates into our own Native Country, to send our Treasures before us into the other World, that we may have the Benefit of them when we come there. The Wisest Use we can make of them, will be, to do like those who traffic in Foreign Parts, to consign our Estates into our own Native Country, to send our Treasures before us into the other World, that we may have the Benefit of them when we come there. dt js n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32, vmb vbi, pc-acp vdi av-j d r-crq n1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 d j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pno32 c-crq pns12 vvb a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 232
3863 And this we may do by Alms and Charity. And this we may do by Alms and Charity. cc d pns12 vmb vdi p-acp n2 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 232
3864 Whatever we spend upon the Flesh, we leave behind us, and it will turn to no account to us in our own Country; Whatever we spend upon the Flesh, we leave behind us, and it will turn to no account to us in our own Country; r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb p-acp pno12, cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dx n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 232
3865 but whatever we lay out for the Relief of the Poor, is so much Treasure laid out and secured to our selves, against another day. but whatever we lay out for the Relief of the Poor, is so much Treasure laid out and secured to our selves, against Another day. cc-acp r-crq pns12 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, vbz av d n1 vvd av cc vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp j-jn n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 232
3866 So our Blessed Saviour assures us, Luk. 12. 33. That giving of Alms is providing for our selves Bags that wax not old, a Treasure in the Heavens that faileth not. So our Blessed Saviour assures us, Luk. 12. 33. That giving of Alms is providing for our selves Bags that wax not old, a Treasure in the Heavens that Faileth not. av po12 j-vvn n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd cst vvg pp-f n2 vbz vvg p-acp po12 n2 n2 cst vvb xx j, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vvz xx. (20) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 232
3867 II. If We be Pilgrims and Strangers; II If We be Pilgrim's and Strangers; crd cs pns12 vbb ng2 cc n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3868 then it concerns us to behave our selves with great Caution, and to live blamelesly and inoffensively; then it concerns us to behave our selves with great Caution, and to live blamelessly and inoffensively; cs pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3869 remembering that the Eyes of People are upon us, and that those among whom we Sojourn, will be very prying, and curious, remembering that the Eyes of People Are upon us, and that those among whom we Sojourn, will be very prying, and curious, vvg cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp pno12, cc cst d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb, vmb vbi av vvg, cc j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3870 and narrow Observers of our Manners and Carriage. and narrow Observers of our Manners and Carriage. cc j n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3871 They that are in a strange Country, are not wont to take that Liberty and Freedom, which the Natives of the place may do, They that Are in a strange Country, Are not wont to take that Liberty and Freedom, which the Natives of the place may do, pns32 cst vbr p-acp dt j n1, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1 vmb vdi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3872 but to keep a perpetual Guard upon themselves, knowing how strictly they are observed; and that they live among those who bear no Good Will to them; but to keep a perpetual Guard upon themselves, knowing how strictly they Are observed; and that they live among those who bear no Good Will to them; cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp px32, vvg c-crq av-j pns32 vbr vvn; cc cst pns32 vvb p-acp d r-crq vvb dx j vmb p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3873 and that every Bad Thing we do, reflects upon our Nation, and is a Reproach to the Country to which we belong. and that every Bad Thing we do, reflects upon our nation, and is a Reproach to the Country to which we belong. cc cst d j n1 pns12 vdb, vvz p-acp po12 n1, cc vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3874 Ye are not of the World; You Are not of the World; pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3875 (says our Lord) if ye were of the World, the World would love its own: (Says our Lord) if you were of the World, the World would love its own: (vvz po12 n1) cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 d: (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3876 but ye are not of the World; therefore the World hateth you. but you Are not of the World; Therefore the World hates you. cc-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1; av dt n1 vvz pn22. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3877 Upon this account the Apostle chargeth Christians to be Harmless, and Blameless, and as it becomes the Sons of God to be, in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation, among whom we should shame as Lights. Upon this account the Apostle charges Christians to be Harmless, and Blameless, and as it becomes the Sons of God to be, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom we should shame as Lights. p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz np1 pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc c-acp pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3878 The same Argument St. Peter useth, 1 Pet. 2. 11, 12. I beseech, you as Pilgrims and Strangers, to abstain from fleshly lusts, having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles; The same Argument Saint Peter uses, 1 Pet. 2. 11, 12. I beseech, you as Pilgrim's and Strangers, to abstain from fleshly Lustiest, having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles; dt d n1 n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvb, pn22 p-acp ng1 cc n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, vhg po22 n1 j p-acp dt n2-j; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3879 that is, Considering that you are among Strangers and Enemies, and therefore ought to be very careful to bring no Scandal upon your Holy Profession, among those who will be ready to take all advantages against you. that is, Considering that you Are among Strangers and Enemies, and Therefore ought to be very careful to bring no Scandal upon your Holy Profession, among those who will be ready to take all advantages against you. cst vbz, vvg cst pn22 vbr p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av vmd p-acp vbi av j pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp po22 j n1, p-acp d r-crq vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn22. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3880 Particularly, we who pretend to the same Heavenly Country, must be kind to one another; and whilst we live among Strangers, have no Quarrels amongst our Selves. Particularly, we who pretend to the same Heavenly Country, must be kind to one Another; and while we live among Strangers, have no Quarrels among our Selves. av-jn, pns12 r-crq vvb p-acp dt d j n1, vmb vbi j p-acp crd j-jn; cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2, vhb dx n2 p-acp po12 n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3881 In a Strange Country, it useth to be a Mighty Endearment of Men to one another, that they are of the same Country, and Fellow Citizens; In a Strange Country, it uses to be a Mighty Endearment of Men to one Another, that they Are of the same Country, and Fellow Citizens; p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp crd j-jn, cst pns32 vbr pp-f dt d n1, cc n1 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3882 and this alone is commonly sufficient to unite their Affections, and to link their Interests together. and this alone is commonly sufficient to unite their Affections, and to link their Interests together. cc d av-j vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3883 But how little of this is to be seen among Christians? how shamefully do they Quarrel among themselves, in the midst of Enemies and Strangers! But how little of this is to be seen among Christians? how shamefully do they Quarrel among themselves, in the midst of Enemies and Strangers! p-acp c-crq j pp-f d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1? q-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvb p-acp px32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2! (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3884 as if they had no Relation to one another; as if they had no Relation to one Another; c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp crd j-jn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3885 and never expected to meet at last in the same Country, and there to live together for ever. III. Let us be as Patient and Chearful as we can, under all the Troubles and Afflictions which we meet with in this Life. and never expected to meet At last in the same Country, and there to live together for ever. III. Let us be as Patient and Cheerful as we can, under all the Troubles and Afflictions which we meet with in this Life. cc av-x vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp ord p-acp dt d n1, cc a-acp pc-acp vvi av c-acp av. np1. vvb pno12 vbi a-acp j cc j c-acp pns12 vmb, p-acp d dt vvz cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 232
3886 They who are in Strange Countries must expect to encounter many Injuries and Affronts, and to be put to great Difficulties and Hardships. They who Are in Strange Countries must expect to encounter many Injuries and Affronts, and to be put to great Difficulties and Hardships. pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp j n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cc vvz, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 232
3887 Those which are lighter and more tolerable, we must bear with Chearfulness. Those which Are lighter and more tolerable, we must bear with Cheerfulness. d r-crq vbr jc cc av-dc j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 232
3888 Upon a Journey Men use to put on all the Pleasantness they can, and to make Sport of all the Inconveniences of the Ways and Weather, Upon a Journey Men use to put on all the Pleasantness they can, and to make Sport of all the Inconveniences of the Ways and Weather, p-acp dt n1 n2 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 pns32 vmb, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 232
3889 and little cross Accidents that befall them: and little cross Accidents that befall them: cc j n1 n2 cst vvb pno32: (20) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 232
3890 And thus, if we had but the Art and Wisdom to do it, many of the lesser Inconveniences of Humane Life might well enough be play'd off, And thus, if we had but the Art and Wisdom to do it, many of the lesser Inconveniences of Humane Life might well enough be played off, cc av, cs pns12 vhd cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, d pp-f dt jc n2 pp-f j n1 vmd av av-d vbi vvd a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 232
3891 and made matter rather of Mirth and Diversion, than of Melancholy and serious Trouble. and made matter rather of Mirth and Diversion, than of Melancholy and serious Trouble. cc vvd n1 av-c pp-f n1 cc n1, cs pp-f j-jn cc j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 232
3892 But there are some Evils and Calamities of Humane Life, that are too heavy and serious to be Jested withal, But there Are Some Evils and Calamities of Humane Life, that Are too heavy and serious to be Jested withal, p-acp pc-acp vbr d n2-jn cc n2 pp-f j n1, cst vbr av j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn av, (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3893 and require the greatest Consideration, and a very great degree of Patience to Support us under them, and require the greatest Consideration, and a very great degree of Patience to Support us under them, cc vvi dt js n1, cc dt j j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp pno32, (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3894 and enable us to bear them Decently; as the Loss of Friends and dearest Relations; and enable us to bear them Decently; as the Loss of Friends and dearest Relations; cc vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc js-jn n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3895 as the Loss of an Only Son, grown up to be well fixt and settled in a Virtuous Course, as the Loss of an Only Son, grown up to be well fixed and settled in a Virtuous Course, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3896 and promising all the Comfort to his Parents that they themselves can wish: and promising all the Comfort to his Parents that they themselves can wish: cc vvg d dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cst pns32 px32 vmb vvi: (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3897 These certainly are some of the Greatest Evils of this World, and hardest to be born. These Certainly Are Some of the Greatest Evils of this World, and Hardest to be born. d av-j vbr d pp-f dt js n2-jn pp-f d n1, cc js p-acp vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3898 For Men may pretend what they will to Philosophy and Contempt of the World, and of the Perishing Comforts and Enjoyments of it; For Men may pretend what they will to Philosophy and Contempt of the World, and of the Perishing Comforts and Enjoyments of it; p-acp n2 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3899 to the Extirpation of their Passions, and an Insensibility of these things, which the weaker and undisciplin'd part of Mankind keep such a Wailing and Lamentation about: to the Extirpation of their Passion, and an Insensibility of these things, which the Weaker and undisciplined part of Mankind keep such a Wailing and Lamentation about: p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq dt jc cc j n1 pp-f n1 vvb d dt vvg cc n1 a-acp: (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3900 but when all is done, Nature hath framed us as we are, and hath planted in our Nature strong Inclinations and Affections to our Friends and Relations; but when all is done, Nature hath framed us as we Are, and hath planted in our Nature strong Inclinations and Affections to our Friends and Relations; cc-acp c-crq d vbz vdn, n1 vhz vvn pno12 c-acp pns12 vbr, cc vhz vvn p-acp po12 n1 j n2 cc n2 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3901 and these Affections are as naturally moved upon such Occasions, and pluck every String of our Hearts as violently, and these Affections Are as naturally moved upon such Occasions, and pluck every String of our Hearts as violently, cc d n2 vbr a-acp av-j vvn p-acp d n2, cc vvi d n1 pp-f po12 n2 c-acp av-j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3902 as extream Hunger and Thirst do gnaw upon our Stomachs. as extreme Hunger and Thirst do gnaw upon our Stomachs. c-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 vdb vvi p-acp po12 n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 232
3903 And therefore it is foolish for any Man to pretend to love things mightily, and to rejoyce greatly in the Enjoyment of them; And Therefore it is foolish for any Man to pretend to love things mightily, and to rejoice greatly in the Enjoyment of them; cc av pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi n2 av-j, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3904 and yet to be so easily contented to lose them, and to be parted from them. and yet to be so Easily contented to loose them, and to be parted from them. cc av pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3905 This is to separate things which Nature hath strongly linked together. Whatever we mightily love, does thereby in some sort become part of our Selves; This is to separate things which Nature hath strongly linked together. Whatever we mightily love, does thereby in Some sort become part of our Selves; d vbz pc-acp vvi n2 r-crq n1 vhz av-j vvn av. r-crq pns12 av-j vvb, vdz av p-acp d n1 vvi n1 pp-f po12 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3906 and it cannot hand loose to us, to be separated and divorced from us without Trouble; and it cannot hand lose to us, to be separated and divorced from us without Trouble; cc pn31 vmbx n1 vvi p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3907 no more than a Limb that is vitally and by strong Ligaments united to the Body, can be dropt off when we please, not more than a Limb that is vitally and by strong Ligaments united to the Body, can be dropped off when we please, xx av-dc cs dt n1 cst vbz j-jn cc p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn a-acp c-crq pns12 vvb, (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3908 or rent from the Body without Pain. or rend from the Body without Pain. cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3909 And whoever pretends to have a mighty Affection for any thing, and yet at the same time does pretend that he can contentedly, And whoever pretends to have a mighty Affection for any thing, and yet At the same time does pretend that he can contentedly, cc r-crq vvz pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cc av p-acp dt d n1 vdz vvi cst pns31 vmb n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3910 and without any great Sense or Signification of Pain, bear the Loss of it, does not talk like a Philosopher, but like an Hypocrite; and without any great Sense or Signification of Pain, bear the Loss of it, does not talk like a Philosopher, but like an Hypocrite; cc p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, vdz xx vvi av-j dt n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3911 and under a grave Pretence of being a Wise, is in truth, an Ill-natured Man. For most certainly, in proportion to our Love of any thing, will be our Trouble and Grief for the Loss of it. and under a grave Pretence of being a Wise, is in truth, an Ill-natured Man. For most Certainly, in proportion to our Love of any thing, will be our Trouble and Grief for the Loss of it. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vbg dt j, vbz p-acp n1, dt j n1 p-acp ds av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 232
3912 So that under these great and heavier Strokes, we had need both of Faith and Patience. So that under these great and Heavier Strokes, we had need both of Faith and Patience. av cst p-acp d j cc jc n2, pns12 vhd n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 232
3913 And indeed, nothing but the firm Belief of a better Country, that is, an Heavenly, another Life after this, And indeed, nothing but the firm Belief of a better Country, that is, an Heavenly, Another Life After this, cc av, pix cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt jc n1, cst vbz, dt j, j-jn n1 p-acp d, (20) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 232
3914 and a blessed Immortality in another World, is sufficient to support a Man in the few and evil Days of his Pilgrimage, and to sustain his Spirit under the great Evils and Calamities of this Life. and a blessed Immortality in Another World, is sufficient to support a Man in the few and evil Days of his Pilgrimage, and to sustain his Spirit under the great Evils and Calamities of this Life. cc dt j-vvn n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt d cc j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2-jn cc n2 pp-f d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 232
3915 But This fully answers all, That the Afflictions and Sufferings of this present time, are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed in us. But This Fully answers all, That the Afflictions and Sufferings of this present time, Are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed in us. p-acp d av-j vvz d, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1, vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (20) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 232
3916 Nay, that if we bear these Afflictions patiently, and with a due Submission to the Will of God, (especially our Sufferings for his Truth and Cause) it will certainly increase our Happiness in the other World, Nay, that if we bear these Afflictions patiently, and with a due Submission to the Will of God, (especially our Sufferings for his Truth and Cause) it will Certainly increase our Happiness in the other World, uh, cst cs pns12 vvb d n2 av-j, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (av-j po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1) pn31 vmb av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 232
3917 and work for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory. and work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory. cc vvb p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 232
3918 IV. The Consideration of our Present Condition and of our Future Hopes, should set us above the Fondness of Life, IV. The Consideration of our Present Condition and of our Future Hope's, should Set us above the Fondness of Life, np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc pp-f po12 j-jn ng1, vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 232
3919 and the slavish Fears of Death. and the slavish Fears of Death. cc dt j n2 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 232
3920 For our Minds will never be raised to their true pitch and hight, till we have in some good measure conquered these two Passions, For our Minds will never be raised to their true pitch and hight, till we have in Some good measure conquered these two Passion, p-acp po12 n2 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp d j n1 vvd d crd n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 232
3921 and made them subject to our Reason. As for this present Life, and the Enjoyments of it; and made them Subject to our Reason. As for this present Life, and the Enjoyments of it; cc vvd pno32 n-jn p-acp po12 n1. c-acp p-acp d j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 232
3922 What is it that we see in them that should make us so strangely to dote upon them? Quae lucis miseris tam dira cupido! What is it that we see in them that should make us so strangely to dote upon them? Quae lucis miseris tam dira Cupido! q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 cst vmd vvi pno12 av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la! (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3923 This World at the best is but a very Indifferent place, and he is the wisest Man that bears himself towards it with the most Indifferent Mind and Affection; This World At the best is but a very Indifferent place, and he is the Wisest Man that bears himself towards it with the most Indifferent Mind and Affection; d n1 p-acp dt js vbz p-acp dt j j n1, cc pns31 vbz dt js n1 cst vvz px31 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3924 that is always willing to leave it, and yet patient to stay in it as long as God pleaseth. that is always willing to leave it, and yet patient to stay in it as long as God Pleases. d vbz av j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp np1 vvz. (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3925 And as for Death, tho' the Dread of it be natural, yet why should the Terrors of it be so very surprising and amazing to us; And as for Death, though the Dread of it be natural, yet why should the Terrors of it be so very surprising and amazing to us; cc c-acp p-acp n1, cs dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb j, av q-crq vmd dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbb av av vvg cc j-vvg p-acp pno12; (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3926 after we have consider'd, that to a good and pious Soul, it is no other but the Gate of Heaven, After we have considered, that to a good and pious Soul, it is no other but the Gate of Heaven, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, cst p-acp dt j cc j n1, pn31 vbz dx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3927 and an Entrance into Eternal Life? We are apt to wonder to see a Man undaunted at the approach of Death, and an Entrance into Eternal Life? We Are apt to wonder to see a Man undaunted At the approach of Death, cc dt n1 p-acp j n1? pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3928 and to be not only contented, but chearful, at the Thoughts of his Departure out of this World, this Sink of Sin, and to be not only contented, but cheerful, At the Thoughts of his Departure out of this World, this Sink of since, cc pc-acp vbi xx av-j vvn, cc-acp j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 av pp-f d n1, d n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3929 and Vale of Misery and Sorrow. and Vale of Misery and Sorrow. cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3930 Whereas, if all things be duly considered, it is a greater Wonder that Men are so patient to Live, Whereas, if all things be duly considered, it is a greater Wonder that Men Are so patient to Live, cs, cs d n2 vbb av-jn vvn, pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cst n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3931 and that they are not glad of any fair Excuse and Opportunity of getting out of this strange Country, and that they Are not glad of any fair Excuse and Opportunity of getting out of this strange Country, cc cst pns32 vbr xx j pp-f d j n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg av pp-f d j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3932 and retiring Home, and of ridding themselves of the Troubles and Inconveniences of Life. and retiring Home, and of ridding themselves of the Troubles and Inconveniences of Life. cc vvg av-an, cc pp-f vvg px32 pp-f dt vvz cc n2 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3933 For, considering the numerous Troubles and Calamities we are liable to in a long Pilgrimage, there are really but Three Considerations, that I can readily think of, that can make this World, For, considering the numerous Troubles and Calamities we Are liable to in a long Pilgrimage, there Are really but Three Considerations, that I can readily think of, that can make this World, p-acp, vvg dt j vvz cc n2 pns12 vbr j p-acp p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbr av-j p-acp crd n2, cst pns11 vmb av-j vvi pp-f, cst vmb vvi d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3934 and our present Condition in it, in any good measure tolerable to a wise Man; viz. That God governs the World; and our present Condition in it, in any good measure tolerable to a wise Man; viz. That God governs the World; cc po12 j n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp d j n1 j p-acp dt j n1; n1 cst np1 vvz dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3935 That we are not always to stay in it; That we Are not always to stay in it; cst pns12 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3936 That there is a Happiness designed and reserved for us in another place, which will abundantly recompense and make amends to us for all the Troubles and Sufferings of this Life. That there is a Happiness designed and reserved for us in Another place, which will abundantly recompense and make amends to us for all the Troubles and Sufferings of this Life. cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j-jn n1, r-crq vmb av-j n1 cc vvi n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d dt vvz cc n2 pp-f d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 232
3937 And yet it is strange to see how fast most Men cling to Life, and that even in Old Age; And yet it is strange to see how fast most Men cling to Life, and that even in Old Age; cc av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j ds n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc cst av p-acp j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 232
3938 how they catch at every Twig that may but hold them up a little while; how they catch At every Twig that may but hold them up a little while; c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 cst vmb cc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 232
3939 and how fondly they hanker after a miserable Life, when there is nothing more of Pleasure to be enjoy'd, nothing more of Satisfaction to be expected and hoped for in it. and how fondly they hanker After a miserable Life, when there is nothing more of Pleasure to be enjoyed, nothing more of Satisfaction to be expected and hoped for in it. cc c-crq av-j pns32 vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz pix av-dc pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pix av-dc pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 232
3940 When they are just putting in to the Port, and, one would think, should rejoyce at their very Hearts that they see Land; When they Are just putting in to the Port, and, one would think, should rejoice At their very Hearts that they see Land; c-crq pns32 vbr av vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc, pi vmd vvi, vmd vvi p-acp po32 j n2 cst pns32 vvb n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 232
3941 yet how glad would they be then of any cross Wind, that would carry them back into the Sea again? As if they loved to be tost, yet how glad would they be then of any cross Wind, that would carry them back into the Sea again? As if they loved to be tossed, av c-crq j vmd pns32 vbi av pp-f d j n1, cst vmd vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1 av? p-acp cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 232
3942 and were fond of Storms and Tempests. and were found of Storms and Tempests. cc vbdr j pp-f n2 cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 232
3943 Nay, the very best of us, even after we have made that acknowledgment of David; I am a Stranger and a Sojourner with thee, as all my Fathers were; Nay, the very best of us, even After we have made that acknowledgment of David; I am a Stranger and a Sojourner with thee, as all my Father's were; uh, dt av js pp-f pno12, av c-acp pns12 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f np1; pns11 vbm dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno21, c-acp d po11 n2 vbdr; (20) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 232
3944 are apt with him to be still importuning God for a little longer Life; Are apt with him to be still importuning God for a little longer Life; vbr j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi av vvg np1 p-acp dt av-j jc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 232
3945 O spare me a little, that I may recover strength, before I go hence, and be no more. Oh spare me a little, that I may recover strength, before I go hence, and be no more. uh vvb pno11 dt j, cst pns11 vmb vvi n1, c-acp pns11 vvb av, cc vbi av-dx av-dc. (20) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 232
3946 And when God hath granted us this Request, then we would be spared yet a little longer. And when God hath granted us this Request, then we would be spared yet a little longer. cc c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 d n1, cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn av dt j av-jc. (20) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 232
3947 But let us remember, that God did not design us to continue always in this World; But let us Remember, that God did not Design us to continue always in this World; p-acp vvb pno12 vvi, cst np1 vdd xx n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3948 and that he hath on purpose made it so uneasie to us, to make us willing to leave it; and that he hath on purpose made it so uneasy to us, to make us willing to leave it; cc cst pns31 vhz p-acp n1 vvd pn31 av j p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 j pc-acp vvi pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3949 and that so long as we linger here below, we are detained from our Happiness; While we are present in the Body, we are absent from the Lord. and that so long as we linger Here below, we Are detained from our Happiness; While we Are present in the Body, we Are absent from the Lord. cc cst av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb av a-acp, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1; cs pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3950 This Consideration made St. Paul so desirous to be dissolved, because he knew that when his Earthly House of this Tabernacle was dissolved, he should have a much better Habitation, a Building of God, This Consideration made Saint Paul so desirous to be dissolved, Because he knew that when his Earthly House of this Tabernacle was dissolved, he should have a much better Habitation, a Building of God, d n1 vvd n1 np1 av j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd d c-crq po31 j n1 pp-f d n1 vbds vvn, pns31 vmd vhi dt d jc n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3951 an House not made with Hands, eternal in the Heavens. an House not made with Hands, Eternal in the Heavens. dt n1 xx vvn p-acp n2, j p-acp dt n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3952 This was that which made him so full of Joy and Triumph, at the Thoughts of his leaving the World. 2 Tim. 4. 6. I am now ready (says he) to be offered up, and the time of my departure is at hand; This was that which made him so full of Joy and Triumph, At the Thoughts of his leaving the World. 2 Tim. 4. 6. I am now ready (Says he) to be offered up, and the time of my departure is At hand; d vbds d r-crq vvd pno31 av j pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 vvg dt n1. crd np1 crd crd pns11 vbm av j (vvz pns31) pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3953 I have fought a good Fight, I have finished my Course, I have kept the Faith; I have fought a good Fight, I have finished my Course, I have kept the Faith; pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3954 henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which God the righteous Judge shall give me in that day. henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of Righteousness, which God the righteous Judge shall give me in that day. av a-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 dt j n1 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 232
3955 Nay, the Consideration of this (tho but obscurely apprehended by them) did raise the Spirits of the wiser and better Heathen, Nay, the Consideration of this (though but obscurely apprehended by them) did raise the Spirits of the Wiser and better Heathen, uh-x, dt n1 pp-f d (cs cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno32) vdd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt jc cc jc j-jn, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3956 and fill them with great Joy and Comfort at the Thoughts of their Dissolution. and fill them with great Joy and Comfort At the Thoughts of their Dissolution. cc vvi pno32 p-acp j n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3957 With what Constancy and Evenness of Mind did Socrates receive the Sentence of Death? And with what excellent Discourse did he entertain his Friends just before he drank off the Fatal Cup, With what Constancy and Evenness of Mind did Socrates receive the Sentence of Death? And with what excellent Discourse did he entertain his Friends just before he drank off the Fatal Cup, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vdd npg1 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1? cc p-acp r-crq j n1 vdd pns31 vvi po31 n2 j c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3958 and after he had taken it down, whilst Death was gradually seizing upon him? One can hardly, without a very sensible Transport, read Cato 's Discourse concerning his Death, and After he had taken it down, while Death was gradually seizing upon him? One can hardly, without a very sensible Transport, read Cato is Discourse Concerning his Death, cc c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31 a-acp, cs n1 vbds av-jn vvg p-acp pno31? pi vmb av, p-acp dt j j vvi, vvb np1 vbz n1 vvg po31 n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3959 as it is represented by Tully in his Book of Old Age. as it is represented by Tully in his Book of Old Age. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3960 I am (says he) transported with a Desire of seeing my Fore-fathers, those Excellent Persons of whom I have Heard, and Read, and Written; I am (Says he) transported with a Desire of seeing my Forefathers, those Excellent Persons of whom I have Herd, and Read, and Written; pns11 vbm (vvz pns31) vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg po11 n2, d j n2 pp-f ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvi, cc vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3961 and now I am going to them, I would not willingly be drawn back into this World again; and now I am going to them, I would not willingly be drawn back into this World again; cc av pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pno32, pns11 vmd xx av-j vbi vvn av p-acp d n1 av; (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3962 Quod si quis Deus mihi largiatur, ut ex hac aetate repuerascam, & in cunis vagiam, valde recusem. Quod si quis Deus mihi largiatur, ut ex hac Age repuerascam, & in Cunis vagiam, Valde recusem. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la, cc p-acp fw-la fw-la, vvn fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3963 If some God would offer me, at this Age, to be a Child again, and to cry in the Cradle, I would earnestly refuse it, If Some God would offer me, At this Age, to be a Child again, and to cry in the Cradle, I would earnestly refuse it, cs d np1 vmd vvi pno11, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmd av-j vvi pn31, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3964 and upon no terms accept it. and upon no terms accept it. cc p-acp dx n2 vvi pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3965 And now that my Race is almost run, and my Course just finished, how loth should I be to be brought back, And now that my Raze is almost run, and my Course just finished, how loath should I be to be brought back, cc av cst po11 n1 vbz av vvn, cc po11 n1 av vvn, c-crq j vmd pns11 vbi pc-acp vbi vvn av, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3966 and made to begin again? For what Advantage is there in Life? Nay rather, what Labour and Trouble is there not in it? But let the Benefit of it be what it will, there is certainly some Measure of Life as well as of other things, and made to begin again? For what Advantage is there in Life? Nay rather, what Labour and Trouble is there not in it? But let the Benefit of it be what it will, there is Certainly Some Measure of Life as well as of other things, cc vvd pc-acp vvi av? p-acp r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp n1? uh-x av-c, q-crq n1 cc n1 vbz pc-acp xx p-acp pn31? cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f j-jn n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3967 and Men ought to know when they have enough of it. and Men ought to know when they have enough of it. cc n2 vmd pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vhb av-d pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3968 O praeclarum diem, cum in illud animorum consilium caetumque proficiscar, & cum ex hac turbâ & colluvione discedam. O praeclarum diem, cum in illud animorum consilium caetumque proficiscar, & cum ex hac turbâ & colluvione Discedam. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3969 O Blessed and Glorious Day, when I shall go to that great Council and Assembly of Spirits, Oh Blessed and Glorious Day, when I shall go to that great Council and Assembly of Spirits, uh j-vvn cc j n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3970 and have got out of this Tumult and Sink. and have god out of this Tumult and Sink. cc vhb vvn av pp-f d n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3971 And if a Heathen, who had but some obscure Glimmerings of another Life, and of the Blessed State of departed Souls, could speak thus chearfully of Death; And if a Heathen, who had but Some Obscure Glimmerings of Another Life, and of the Blessed State of departed Souls, could speak thus cheerfully of Death; cc cs dt j-jn, r-crq vhd p-acp d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc pp-f dt j-vvn n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, vmd vvi av av-j pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3972 how much more may We, who have a clear and undoubted Revelation of these things, and to whom Life and Immortality are brought to Light by the Gospel. how much more may We, who have a clear and undoubted Revelation of these things, and to whom Life and Immortality Are brought to Light by the Gospel. c-crq d dc vmb pns12, r-crq vhb dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n2, cc p-acp ro-crq n1 cc n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 232
3973 V. We should alway prefer our Duty and the keeping of a good Conscience, before all the World: V. We should always prefer our Duty and the keeping of a good Conscience, before all the World: n1 pns12 vmd av vvi po12 n1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, p-acp d dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3974 because it it is in truth infinitely more valuable, if so be our Souls be immortal, Because it it is in truth infinitely more valuable, if so be our Souls be immortal, c-acp pn31 pn31 vbz p-acp n1 av-j av-dc j, cs av vbb po12 n2 vbb j, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3975 and do survive in another World, and we must there give a strict Account of all the Actions done by us in this Life, and do survive in Another World, and we must there give a strict Account of all the Actions done by us in this Life, cc vdb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cc pns12 vmb a-acp vvi dt j vvb pp-f d dt n2 vdn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3976 and receive the Sentence of Eternal Happiness or Misery, according to the things done in the Body, and receive the Sentence of Eternal Happiness or Misery, according to the things done in the Body, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 vdn p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3977 whether they be Good, or whether they be Evil. For as our Saviour argues concerning the case of denying him and his Truth, to avoid temporal Suffering and Death; whither they be Good, or whither they be Evil. For as our Saviour argues Concerning the case of denying him and his Truth, to avoid temporal Suffering and Death; cs pns32 vbb j, cc cs pns32 vbb np1 c-acp p-acp po12 n1 vvz vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg pno31 cc po31 n1, pc-acp vvi j vvg cc n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3978 What is a Man profited, if he shall gain the whole World, and lose his own Soul? Or what shall a Man give in exchange for his Soul? When we are tempted by temporal Interest and Advantage, What is a Man profited, if he shall gain the Whole World, and loose his own Soul? Or what shall a Man give in exchange for his Soul? When we Are tempted by temporal Interest and Advantage, r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn, cs pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1? cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3979 or by the Fear of present Loss and Suffering, to deny or dissemble our Religion, to do any thing that is sinful in any kind, or by the fear of present Loss and Suffering, to deny or dissemble our Religion, to do any thing that is sinful in any kind, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc vvg, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1, pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vbz j p-acp d n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3980 and contrary to our Duty and Conscience; let us ask our selves; and contrary to our Duty and Conscience; let us ask our selves; cc j-jn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3981 What will be the Profit and Advantage of it? What, if for fear of Men, What will be the Profit and Advantage of it? What, if for Fear of Men, q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31? q-crq, cs p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3982 and what they can do to me, I incur the Wrath and Displeasure of Almighty God? This is infinitely more to be dreaded; and what they can do to me, I incur the Wrath and Displeasure of Almighty God? This is infinitely more to be dreaded; cc r-crq pns32 vmb vdi p-acp pno11, pns11 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn np1? d vbz av-j dc pc-acp vbi vvn; (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3983 and these Frowns are a thousand times more terrible, than the bitterest Wrath and cruelest Malice of Men. and these Frowns Are a thousand times more terrible, than the Bitterest Wrath and Cruellest Malice of Men. cc d vvz vbr dt crd n2 av-dc j, cs dt js n1 cc js n1 pp-f n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3984 What, if to preserve this frail and mortal Body, I shall evidently hazard the Loss of my Immortal Soul; What, if to preserve this frail and Mortal Body, I shall evidently hazard the Loss of my Immortal Soul; q-crq, cs pc-acp vvi d j cc j-jn n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3985 and to escape a Temporal Inconvenience, I forfeit Everlasting Happiness, and plunge my self into Eternal Misery and Ruine? Would not this be a wild Bargain, and to escape a Temporal Inconvenience, I forfeit Everlasting Happiness, and plunge my self into Eternal Misery and Ruin? Would not this be a wild Bargain, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pns11 vvb j n1, cc vvi po11 n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1? vmd xx d vbi dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3986 and a mad Exchange, for any Temporal Gain and Advantage, to lose the things that are Eternal? And for the pleasing of our selves for a little while, to make our selves miserable for ever? and a mad Exchange, for any Temporal Gain and Advantage, to loose the things that Are Eternal? And for the pleasing of our selves for a little while, to make our selves miserable for ever? cc dt j n1, p-acp d j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vbr j? cc p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j p-acp av? (20) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 232
3987 If we confess our selves to be Pilgrims and Strangers on the Earth, and are perswaded of the Promises of God concerning an Heavenly Country, where we hope to arrive after the few and evil days of our Pilgrimage are over; If we confess our selves to be Pilgrim's and Strangers on the Earth, and Are persuaded of the Promises of God Concerning an Heavenly Country, where we hope to arrive After the few and evil days of our Pilgrimage Are over; cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vbr vvn pp-f dt vvz pp-f np1 vvg dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d cc j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 232
3988 let us not, by complying with the Humours of Strangers, and the vitious Customs and Practices of an Evil World, bar our selves of our Hopes, let us not, by complying with the Humours of Strangers, and the vicious Customs and Practices of an Evil World, bar our selves of our Hope's, vvb pno12 xx, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvb po12 n2 pp-f po12 ng1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 232
3989 and banish our selves from that happy Place, to which we all profess we are going. and banish our selves from that happy Place, to which we all profess we Are going. cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 d vvb pns12 vbr vvg. (20) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 232
3990 We pretend to be travelling towards Heaven: but if we make shipwrack of Faith and a good Conscience; We pretend to be traveling towards Heaven: but if we make shipwreck of Faith and a good Conscience; pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp n1: cc-acp cs pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1 cc dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3991 we destroy our own Hopes of ever arriving at that happy Port. We do not live up to our Expectation of a future Happiness, we destroy our own Hope's of ever arriving At that happy Port. We do not live up to our Expectation of a future Happiness, pns12 vvb po12 d ng1 a-acp av vvg p-acp d j n1 pns12 vdb xx vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3992 if the unseen Glories of another World do not raise us above all the Temptations and Terrors of Sense. if the unseen Glories of Another World do not raise us above all the Temptations and Terrors of Sense. cs dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3993 Our Faith and Hope have not their due and proper Influence upon us; Our Faith and Hope have not their due and proper Influence upon us; po12 n1 cc n1 vhb xx po32 j-jn cc j n1 p-acp pno12; (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3994 if they do not govern our Lives and Actions, and make us stedfast in the Profession of our Holy Religion, if they do not govern our Lives and Actions, and make us steadfast in the Profession of our Holy Religion, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi po12 n2 cc n2, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3995 and in the Conscientious Practice of it. St. Paul reason'd himself into this Holy Resolution, from the Hopes of a blessed Resurrection. and in the Conscientious Practice of it. Saint Paul reasoned himself into this Holy Resolution, from the Hope's of a blessed Resurrection. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. n1 np1 vvd px31 p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt ng1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1. (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3996 Acts 24. 15, 16. I have Hope, says he, toward God, that there shall be a Resurrection of the Dead, both of the Just and Vnjust: Acts 24. 15, 16. I have Hope, Says he, towards God, that there shall be a Resurrection of the Dead, both of the Just and Unjust: vvz crd crd, crd pns11 vhb n1, vvz pns31, p-acp np1, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j, d pp-f dt j cc j: (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3997 NONLATINALPHABET, For this cause therefore, I exercise my self always to have a Conscience void of Offence, towards God and towards Men. VI. , For this cause Therefore, I exercise my self always to have a Conscience void of Offence, towards God and towards Men. VI. , p-acp d n1 av, pns11 vvb po11 n1 av pc-acp vhi dt n1 j pp-f n1, p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2. crd. (20) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 232
3998 And Lastly, If we be Sojourners and Travellers in this World; we should often think of our End, and carefully mind the Way to it. Our End is Everlasting Happiness; And Lastly, If we be Sojourners and Travellers in this World; we should often think of our End, and carefully mind the Way to it. Our End is Everlasting Happiness; cc ord, cs pns12 vbb n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1; pns12 vmd av vvi pp-f po12 vvb, cc av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31. np1 vvb vbz j n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
3999 and the direct Way to it is by a constant and sincere and universal Obedience to the Laws and Commandments of God: and the Direct Way to it is by a constant and sincere and universal obedience to the Laws and commandments of God: cc dt j n1 p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j cc j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1: (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4000 And this in it self is so plain a way, that a sincere and honest Man can hardly err in it. And this in it self is so plain a Way, that a sincere and honest Man can hardly err in it. cc d p-acp pn31 n1 vbz av j dt n1, cst dt j cc j n1 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4001 And therefore we must not suffer our selves to be led and trained out of it, upon any Pretence whatsoever; And Therefore we must not suffer our selves to be led and trained out of it, upon any Pretence whatsoever; cc av pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn av pp-f pn31, p-acp d n1 r-crq; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4002 not by the Wild-fire of pretended Illuminations and Enthusiasms; not by the Wildfire of pretended Illuminations and Enthusiasms; xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2 cc n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4003 nor by the confident Pretence of an Infallible Guide, that will needs shew us another way, nor by the confident Pretence of an Infallible Guide, that will needs show us Another Way, ccx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst vmb av vvi pno12 j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4004 and perswade us to follow him blindfold in it. Let us not quit the Infallible Rule of God's Word, to follow any Guide whatsoever. and persuade us to follow him blindfold in it. Let us not quit the Infallible Rule of God's Word, to follow any Guide whatsoever. cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31 j p-acp pn31. vvb pno12 xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi d vvb r-crq. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4005 If an Apostle, or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Doctrine and Way to Heaven, let him be accursed. He who is the Way, If an Apostle, or an Angel from Heaven, preach any other Doctrine and Way to Heaven, let him be accursed. He who is the Way, cs dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb d j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno31 vbi vvn. pns31 r-crq vbz dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4006 and the Truth, and the Life, when he was consulted with about the Way to Eternal Happiness, knew no other but this. and the Truth, and the Life, when he was consulted with about the Way to Eternal Happiness, knew no other but this. cc dt n1, cc dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, vvd dx j-jn p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4007 For when the Young Man ask'd him; For when the Young Man asked him; p-acp c-crq dt j n1 vvd pno31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4008 Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? His Answer was, If thou wilt enter into Life, keep the Commandments. Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may inherit Eternal Life? His Answer was, If thou wilt enter into Life, keep the commandments. j n1, r-crq j n1 vmb pns11 vdi, cst pns11 vmb vvi j n1? po31 n1 vbds, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1, vvb dt n2. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4009 'Tis true indeed, that by reason of our corrupt Inclinations within, and powerful Temptations without, this Way (especially at our first setting out) is rugged and difficult. It's true indeed, that by reason of our corrupt Inclinations within, and powerful Temptations without, this Way (especially At our First setting out) is rugged and difficult. pn31|vbz j av, cst p-acp n1 pp-f po12 j n2 a-acp, cc j n2 p-acp, d n1 (av-j p-acp po12 ord vvg av) vbz j cc j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4010 So our Lord hath forewarned us, telling us, That strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way that leadeth to Life, So our Lord hath forewarned us, telling us, That strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way that leads to Life, av po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, vvg pno12, cst av-j vbz dt n1, cc j vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4011 and that there be few that find it. and that there be few that find it. cc cst pc-acp vbi d cst vvb pn31. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4012 Therefore we should strive to enter in, take great Care and Pains to discern the Right Way, Therefore we should strive to enter in, take great Care and Pains to discern the Right Way, av pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb j n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4013 and to overcome the Difficulties of our first Entrance into it; and to overcome the Difficulties of our First Entrance into it; cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 ord n1 p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4014 and should often pray to God, as David did, Psalm 119. 19. I am a Stranger in the Earth, hide not thy Commandments from me; and should often pray to God, as David did, Psalm 119. 19. I am a Stranger in the Earth, hide not thy commandments from me; cc vmd av vvi p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb xx po21 n2 p-acp pno11; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4015 And Psalm 139. 23, 24. Search me, O God, and know my Heart; try me, and know my Thoughts; And Psalm 139. 23, 24. Search me, Oh God, and know my Heart; try me, and know my Thoughts; cc np1 crd crd, crd n1 pno11, uh np1, cc vvb po11 n1; vvb pno11, cc vvb po11 n2; (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4016 and see if there be any wicked way in me; and lead me in the Way Everlasting. and see if there be any wicked Way in me; and led me in the Way Everlasting. cc vvb cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 p-acp pno11; cc vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 j. (20) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 232
4017 Thus, if we would always have our End in our Eye; Thus, if we would always have our End in our Eye; av, cs pns12 vmd av vhb po12 vvb p-acp po12 n1; (20) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 232
4018 it would both be a Direction to us in our Way, and an Encouragement to quicken our Pace in it; it would both be a Direction to us in our Way, and an Encouragement to quicken our Pace in it; pn31 vmd av-d vbb dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31; (20) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 232
4019 there being no more powerful Motive to a good Life, than to be assured, that if we have our Fruit unto Holiness, our End shall be Everlasting Life. FINIS. there being no more powerful Motive to a good Life, than to be assured, that if we have our Fruit unto Holiness, our End shall be Everlasting Life. FINIS. a-acp vbg av-dx av-dc j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn, cst cs pns12 vhb po12 n1 p-acp n1, po12 vvb vmb vbi j n1. fw-la. (20) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 232

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