Concerning doing good to posterity a sermon preach'd before Their Majesties at White-Hall, on February the 16th, 1689-90 / by Thomas Tenison ...

Tenison, Thomas, 1636-1715
Publisher: Printed by H Hills
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1695
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A64351 ESTC ID: N1813 STC ID: T689
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms LXXVII, 5-6;
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0 PSALM Lxxviii. 5, 6. V. 5.... He established a Testimony in Iacob, and appointed a Law in Israel, which he commanded our Forefathers, That they should make them known to their Children. PSALM Lxxviii. 5, 6. V. 5.... He established a Testimony in Iacob, and appointed a Law in Israel, which he commanded our Forefathers, That they should make them known to their Children. np1 crd. crd, crd np1 crd... pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq pns31 vvd po12 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32 vvn p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 V. 6. That the Generations to come might know Them, even the Children which should be born, who should arise and declare them to their Children. V. 6. That the Generations to come might know Them, even the Children which should be born, who should arise and declare them to their Children. np1 crd cst dt n2 pc-acp vvi vmd vvi pno32, av dt n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn, r-crq vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
2 THE Title of Benefactor does principally belong to those who are at present useful, and likewise oblige Posterity. THE Title of Benefactor does principally belong to those who Are At present useful, and likewise oblige Posterity. dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp d r-crq vbr p-acp j j, cc av vvi n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
3 Such a one was King David, who Serv'd his own Generation very Faithfully; and having finish'd his Course, delivered his Lamp to the succeeding Age. Such a one was King David, who Served his own Generation very Faithfully; and having finished his Course, Delivered his Lamp to the succeeding Age. d dt pi vbds n1 np1, r-crq vvn po31 d n1 av av-j; cc vhg vvn po31 n1, vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
4 Of this, as many are convinced, as either read the History of his Life, or peruse his Psalms with Application of Mind. Of this, as many Are convinced, as either read the History of his Life, or peruse his Psalms with Application of Mind. pp-f d, c-acp d vbr vvn, c-acp d vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
5 And it was his care, amongst his other pious Designs, to continue the Memory of God's Wonderful Works from Age to Age; to the end that the Consideration of his Power and Goodness might effectually move them to obey his Laws. And it was his care, among his other pious Designs, to continue the Memory of God's Wonderful Works from Age to Age; to the end that the Consideration of his Power and goodness might effectually move them to obey his Laws. cc pn31 vbds po31 n1, p-acp po31 j-jn j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1; p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vmd av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
6 Of such Remembrances they stood in great need, being apt no longer to think upon the Miracles of Divine Mercy, than whilst they saw them. Of such Remembrances they stood in great need, being apt no longer to think upon the Miracles of Divine Mercy, than while they saw them. pp-f d n2 pns32 vvd p-acp j n1, vbg j av-dx av-jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cs cs pns32 vvd pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
7 Wherefore God himself prescribed this way of teaching his Statutes, and rehearsing the History of his Mighty Acts, (and especially those at Horeb ) to their Sons, and their Sons Sons. Deut. 4. 9. Wherefore God himself prescribed this Way of teaching his Statutes, and rehearsing the History of his Mighty Acts, (and especially those At Horeb) to their Sons, and their Sons Sons. Deuteronomy 4. 9. c-crq np1 px31 vvn d n1 pp-f vvg po31 n2, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, (cc av-j d p-acp np1) p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n2 n2. np1 crd crd (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
8 And that the Isrealites might not err in the repetition, he caus'd those Statutes and wonders to be written down; And that the Israelites might not err in the repetition, he caused those Statutes and wonders to be written down; cc d dt np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
9 not leaving them to the uncertainty of Oral Tradtion, which sometimes either passeth by things of moment, not leaving them to the uncertainty of Oral Tradition, which sometime either passes by things of moment, xx vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq av d vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
10 or delivers them down very imperfectly, and too often brings it to pass, that the Legends of one Age, become History in those that follow. or delivers them down very imperfectly, and too often brings it to pass, that the Legends of one Age, become History in those that follow. cc vvz pno32 a-acp av av-j, cc av av vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f crd n1, vvb n1 p-acp d cst vvb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
11 God established a Testimony in Iacob, and appointed a Law in Israel, which he commanded our Fore-fathers; God established a Testimony in Iacob, and appointed a Law in Israel, which he commanded our Forefathers; np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq pns31 vvd po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
12 that they should make them known to their Children. that they should make them known to their Children. cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32 vvn p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
13 That the Generations to come might know them, even the children which should be born, who should arise and declare them to their children. That the Generations to come might know them, even the children which should be born, who should arise and declare them to their children. cst dt n2 pc-acp vvi vmd vvi pno32, av dt n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn, r-crq vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
14 The Argument of Doing Good to Posterity, being set forth in these words, not by any General Precept, The Argument of Doing Good to Posterity, being Set forth in these words, not by any General Precept, dt n1 pp-f vdg j p-acp n1, vbg vvn av p-acp d n2, xx p-acp d j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
15 but only by the especial Instance of propagating the Knowledge of his Law; I shall use them rather as the Occasion, than the Ground of this Proposition. but only by the especial Instance of propagating the Knowledge of his Law; I shall use them rather as the Occasion, than the Ground of this Proposition. cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av-c p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
16 That a Good Man, according to his Talent and Circumstance, does endeavour in such manner to Do good in his time, that the next Age also may probably reap the benefit of it. That a Good Man, according to his Talon and Circumstance, does endeavour in such manner to Do good in his time, that the next Age also may probably reap the benefit of it. cst dt j n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vdz vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp vdb j p-acp po31 n1, cst dt ord n1 av vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
17 Concerning this kind of Charity, I purpose to consider. 1. How fit and just a thing it is to put it in Practice. 2. That, notwithstanding its fitness, there is too general a disuse of it. 3. Whence it comes to pass that there is of Common a failure in so necessary a Duty. 4. By what means the Exercise of it may be made more regular, and more frequent among us; Concerning this kind of Charity, I purpose to Consider. 1. How fit and just a thing it is to put it in Practice. 2. That, notwithstanding its fitness, there is too general a disuse of it. 3. Whence it comes to pass that there is of Common a failure in so necessary a Duty. 4. By what means the Exercise of it may be made more regular, and more frequent among us; vvg d n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi. crd q-crq j cc j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1. crd cst, c-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz av j dt n1 pp-f pn31. crd c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz pp-f j dt n1 p-acp av j dt n1. crd p-acp q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-dc j, cc av-dc j p-acp pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
18 that so the ages to come may have just cause to Bless Almighty God for the advantages derived to them from this Generation. that so the ages to come may have just cause to Bless Almighty God for the advantages derived to them from this Generation. cst av dt n2 pc-acp vvi vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn np1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
19 1. Now, First of all, the doing of Good to Posterity, may appear a fit and reasonable Practice; 1. Now, First of all, the doing of Good to Posterity, may appear a fit and reasonable Practice; crd av, ord pp-f d, dt vdg pp-f j p-acp n1, vmb vvi dt j cc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
20 1. From a common Rule of Good and Evil. 2. From the Obligation which man is under, to imitate God. 3. From the Gratitude we owe to former Ages. 1. From a Common Rule of Good and Evil. 2. From the Obligation which man is under, to imitate God. 3. From the Gratitude we owe to former Ages. crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j cc np1 crd p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 vbz p-acp, pc-acp vvi np1. crd p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
21 1. This is a Common rule concerning Good, not only that it is to be done, 1. This is a Common Rule Concerning Good, not only that it is to be done, crd d vbz dt j n1 vvg j, xx j cst pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
22 but that we are to do what, upon the whole matter, is the greatest good which we are capable of doing in our Sphere and Condition. but that we Are to do what, upon the Whole matter, is the greatest good which we Are capable of doing in our Sphere and Condition. cc-acp cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi r-crq, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz dt js j r-crq pns12 vbr j pp-f vdg p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
23 Now Good is increased as well by the Duration of Benefits, as by their Magnitude and Number; so that if the Good be equal in other respects, he that does the Charity that lasts but a day, does well; Now Good is increased as well by the Duration of Benefits, as by their Magnitude and Number; so that if the Good be equal in other respects, he that does the Charity that lasts but a day, does well; av j vbz vvn a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; av cst cs dt j vbi j-jn p-acp j-jn n2, pns31 cst vdz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vdz av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
24 but he that does the Good that lasts some years, does still better. but he that does the Good that lasts Some Years, does still better. cc-acp pns31 cst vdz dt j cst vvz d n2, vdz av av-jc. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
25 He who out of good will, gives a cup of cold water to a thirsty man, performs a Charitable Office; He who out of good will, gives a cup of cold water to a thirsty man, performs a Charitable Office; pns31 r-crq av pp-f j n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
26 but that Person is, by much, the greater Benefactor, who opens a Fountain which from time to time may give refreshment to Man and Beast. but that Person is, by much, the greater Benefactor, who Opens a Fountain which from time to time may give refreshment to Man and Beast. cc-acp cst n1 vbz, p-acp d, dt jc n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
27 Wherefore by the Reasons and Proportions of Good, a man is requir'd, according to his ability, to look beyond the term of his own few and uncertain days, known only to God how few they are. He is, Wherefore by the Reasons and Proportions of Good, a man is required, according to his ability, to look beyond the term of his own few and uncertain days, known only to God how few they Are. He is, c-crq p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j, dt n1 vbz vvn, vvg p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d d cc j n2, vvn av-j p-acp np1 c-crq d pns32 vbr. pns31 vbz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
28 2. Required to benefit Posterity, that he may be a Follower of God in true Religion, which is the imitation of Him who we worship: 2. Required to benefit Posterity, that he may be a Follower of God in true Religion, which is the imitation of Him who we worship: crd vvn p-acp n1 n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq pns12 vvb: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
29 And by doing Charities which may last, we are made, in some measure like to Him; And by doing Charities which may last, we Are made, in Some measure like to Him; cc p-acp vdg ng1 r-crq vmb vvi, pns12 vbr vvn, p-acp d n1 av-j p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
30 for all Generations partake of the Goodness of God. for all Generations partake of the goodness of God. c-acp d n2 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
31 He so framed the Material World at the beginning, that by the same Order of Nature (the same for the main) it might in its several Ages conveniently subsist; He so framed the Material World At the beginning, that by the same Order of Nature (the same for the main) it might in its several Ages conveniently subsist; pns31 av vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 (dt d p-acp dt j) pn31 vmd p-acp po31 j n2 av-j vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
32 and the same Sun that shone on Adam, enlightens us. and the same Sun that shone on Adam, enlightens us. cc dt d n1 cst vvd p-acp np1, vvz pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
33 God permitted men in the first Age of the World, to live very many Years, that by their Experience (especially in the Course of the Stars, which required length of time for observation) the following Ages might receive useful Instruction; God permitted men in the First Age of the World, to live very many years, that by their Experience (especially in the Course of the Stars, which required length of time for observation) the following Ages might receive useful Instruction; np1 vvn n2 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av d n2, cst p-acp po32 n1 (av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vvd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1) dt vvg n2 vmd vvi j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
34 useful, not only in secular Affairs, but in Religion; the Heavens, the more they understood, declaring the more the Glory of God. useful, not only in secular Affairs, but in Religion; the Heavens, the more they understood, declaring the more the Glory of God. j, xx av-j p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp n1; dt n2, dt av-dc pns32 vvd, vvg dt av-dc dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
35 He ordained the Sabbath, the Passover, the Sacrament of the Lords Supper, not merely for the men of any one Age, He ordained the Sabbath, the Passover, the Sacrament of the lords Supper, not merely for the men of any one Age, pns31 vvn dt n1, dt np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d crd n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
36 but as Memorials of the Creation, of the Deliverance out of Egypt, of the meritorious Passion of our Redeemer, for many Generations. but as Memorials of the Creation, of the Deliverance out of Egypt, of the meritorious Passion of our Redeemer, for many Generations. cc-acp c-acp n2-jn pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 av pp-f np1, pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
37 He sent his Blessed Son once to offer a Sacrifice, whose Virtue might be communicated to all true Christians, He sent his Blessed Son once to offer a Sacrifice, whose Virtue might be communicated to all true Christians, pns31 vvd po31 j-vvn n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, rg-crq n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d j np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
38 as long as there should be a Church on Earth. He caused Holy Scriptures to be written for the good of all following times; as long as there should be a Church on Earth. He caused Holy Scriptures to be written for the good of all following times; c-acp av-j c-acp a-acp vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp n1. pns31 vvd j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j pp-f d j-vvg n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
39 and the things which were written of old, were written for our Admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come. For instance; and the things which were written of old, were written for our Admonition, upon whom the ends of the world Are come. For instance; cc dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f j, vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
40 we are commanded to Remember the wife of Lot, who, so many Years ago, (looking back towards Sodom ) was turn'd into a Pillar of Salt and Sulphur, Gen. 19. 25. 26. S. Luke 17. 32. Deut. 29. 23. being punish'd in the same extraordinary way with those unclean Sinners who remained in it. we Are commanded to remember the wife of Lot, who, so many years ago, (looking back towards Sodom) was turned into a Pillar of Salt and Sulphur, Gen. 19. 25. 26. S. Luke 17. 32. Deuteronomy 29. 23. being punished in the same extraordinary Way with those unclean Sinners who remained in it. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq, av d n2 av, (vvg av p-acp np1) vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd crd np1 zz crd crd np1 crd crd vbg vvn p-acp dt d j n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq vvd p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
41 3. There is not a fitter expression of our gratitude to former Ages, than a hearty endeavour to procure advantage to those who come after us, 3. There is not a fitter expression of our gratitude to former Ages, than a hearty endeavour to procure advantage to those who come After us, crd pc-acp vbz xx dt jc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp j n2, cs dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp pno12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
42 as we have received benefit by those who went before us; borrowing Light from their Light, and living upon the Effects of their Benevolence. as we have received benefit by those who went before us; borrowing Light from their Light, and living upon the Effects of their Benevolence. c-acp pns12 vhb vvn n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd p-acp pno12; j-vvg n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
43 If nothing had been done for us, in how misirable an Estate should we have come into the World and lived in it? Much more miserably than Adam, who in the state of Innocence, enjoy'd the Earth, without the Curse which Disobedience brought upon it. If nothing had been done for us, in how misirable an Estate should we have come into the World and lived in it? Much more miserably than Adam, who in the state of Innocence, enjoyed the Earth, without the Curse which Disobedience brought upon it. cs pix vhn vbn vdn p-acp pno12, p-acp c-crq j dt n1 vmd pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvd p-acp pn31? av-d av-dc av-j cs np1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd dt n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 vvd p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
44 If all Arts, and Sciences, and Buildings, and other such Helps and Conveniences of Humane Life, were to be invented and begun with every Age, If all Arts, and Sciences, and Buildings, and other such Helps and Conveniences of Humane Life, were to be invented and begun with every Age, cs d n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j-jn d n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1, vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
45 how rude, how mean would the condition of it be? How heavily would it be pressed with the burthen of Necessity? How much more painful and laborious would this render the Pilgrimage of man, which as it is, with all its advantages, has still its sufficient share of trouble? In what darkness had we fate in reference to the means of our Redemption, how rude, how mean would the condition of it be? How heavily would it be pressed with the burden of Necessity? How much more painful and laborious would this render the Pilgrimage of man, which as it is, with all its advantages, has still its sufficient share of trouble? In what darkness had we fate in Referente to the means of our Redemption, c-crq j, c-crq j vmd dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbi? c-crq av-j vmd pn31 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? c-crq av-d av-dc j cc j vmd d vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz, p-acp d po31 n2, vhz av po31 j n1 pp-f n1? p-acp r-crq n1 vhd pns12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
46 if it had not pleased the God of Wisdom, through the hands of the Christians of former Centuries, to deliver down to us the Holy Bible? if it had not pleased the God of Wisdom, through the hands of the Christians of former Centuries, to deliver down to us the Holy bible? cs pn31 vhd xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno12 dt j n1? (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
47 It does therefore well become us to have a sense of the Favours of those who died before our times, It does Therefore well become us to have a sense of the Favours of those who died before our times, pn31 vdz av av vvn pno12 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvd p-acp po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
48 but still live in their benefits; but still live in their benefits; cc-acp av vvi p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
49 and gratefully to celebrate their just Praise, and to have a perpetual inclination, when we have not further power, to go, and to do likewise. and gratefully to celebrate their just Praise, and to have a perpetual inclination, when we have not further power, to go, and to do likewise. cc av-j pc-acp vvi po32 j n1, cc pc-acp vhi dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vhb xx av-j n1, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vdi av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
50 But as fit and just as this Practice is, there seems to be But as fit and just as this Practice is, there seems to be cc-acp p-acp j cc j c-acp d n1 vbz, pc-acp vvz pc-acp vbi (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
51 2. Too general a disuse of it, Some are careful even to Anxiety, but they show that the solicitude is for their selves, by their backwardness in disposing of anything so much as by a WILL. 2. Too general a disuse of it, some Are careful even to Anxiety, but they show that the solicitude is for their selves, by their backwardness in disposing of anything so much as by a WILL. crd av j dt n1 pp-f pn31, d vbr j av p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb cst dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pi av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
52 Some let Receits and Inventions dye with them, by which great numbers in succeeding Ages might have been profited. some let Receits and Inventions die with them, by which great numbers in succeeding Ages might have been profited. d vvb n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq j n2 p-acp j-vvg n2 vmd vhi vbn vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
53 Some are not provident for their selves, and therefore not likely to take due care for Posterity. some Are not provident for their selves, and Therefore not likely to take due care for Posterity. d vbr xx j p-acp po32 n2, cc av xx j pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
54 They will not put a stone into a decaying Building, or drop an acorn into the Ground for the sake of those that shall follow them; They will not put a stone into a decaying Building, or drop an acorn into the Ground for the sake of those that shall follow them; pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vmb vvi pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
55 much less have they a zeal for the supporting of Gods Church in difficult times, or the planting of true Religion in places that want the blessing of it: much less have they a zeal for the supporting of God's Church in difficult times, or the planting of true Religion in places that want the blessing of it: av-d dc vhb pns32 dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j n2, cc dt n-vvg pp-f j n1 p-acp n2 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
56 Insomuch that when they give up their wretched lives (as give them up they must, what aversion soever they have to it) they appear as a Place surrendred after a long and tedious Siege, where little remains, besides dead Corpses Rubbish, and Ruins. Insomuch that when they give up their wretched lives (as give them up they must, what aversion soever they have to it) they appear as a Place surrendered After a long and tedious Siege, where little remains, beside dead Corpses Rubbish, and Ruins. av cst c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp po32 j n2 (p-acp vvi pno32 a-acp pns32 vmb, q-crq n1 av pns32 vhb p-acp pn31) pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j cc j n1, c-crq av-j vvz, p-acp j n2 n1, cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
57 And this puts me in mind of still a worser sort of men, who by their inhumanity, make such desolations in their times, And this puts me in mind of still a Worse sort of men, who by their inhumanity, make such desolations in their times, cc d vvz pno11 p-acp n1 pp-f j dt jc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp po32 n1, vvb d n2 p-acp po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
58 as late Posterity can scarce repair. as late Posterity can scarce repair. c-acp j n1 vmb av-j vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
59 Their Talent lies not in promoting Truth, and Holy Worship, but in forcing Error and Idolatry; Their Talon lies not in promoting Truth, and Holy Worship, but in forcing Error and Idolatry; po32 n1 vvz xx p-acp j-vvg n1, cc j n1, p-acp p-acp vvg n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
60 not in Building and Planting, but in plucking up and destroying. not in Building and Planting, but in plucking up and destroying. xx p-acp n1 cc vvg, cc-acp p-acp vvg a-acp cc vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
61 They are imitators of Apollyon the God of this World, whose Delight is Mischief, whose Triumphs are Barbarities, Fire and Sword are the Instruments of their Glory: They spare neither the Bodies of the Living, They Are imitators of Apollyon the God of this World, whose Delight is Mischief, whose Triumphos Are Barbarities, Fire and Sword Are the Instruments of their Glory: They spare neither the Bodies of the Living, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1, rg-crq n1 vbz n1, rg-crq n2 vbr n2, n1 cc n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: pns32 vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
62 nor the Monuments of the Dead. nor the Monuments of the Dead. ccx dt n2 pp-f dt j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
63 They lay wast in a few hours, strong and beautiful Cities, which were the fruit of the Arts and Labours of former Times. They lay waste in a few hours, strong and beautiful Cities, which were the fruit of the Arts and Labours of former Times. pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt d n2, j cc j n2, r-crq vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
64 One would think they would anticip••e Doomsday it self, if their Force were equal to their Pride and Malice: One would think they would anticip••e Doomsday it self, if their Force were equal to their Pride and Malice: pi vmd vvi pns32 vmd vbi n1 pn31 n1, cs po32 n1 vbdr vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
65 Though that sort of men, of all others in the World, have the least reason to hasten the Day of Judgment. Though that sort of men, of all Others in the World, have the least reason to hasten the Day of Judgement. cs d n1 pp-f n2, pp-f d n2-jn p-acp dt n1, vhb dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
66 When their Acts shall be rehearsed before the Children that are yet unborn, they will rise up with just indignation, and call their Memories accursed. When their Acts shall be rehearsed before the Children that Are yet unborn, they will rise up with just Indignation, and call their Memories accursed. c-crq po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr av j, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp j n1, cc vvi po32 n2 vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
67 If (as we have proposed in the third place ) If (as we have proposed in the third place) cs (c-acp pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt ord n1) (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
68 3. We inquire into the Causes of this Uncharitableness, we shall without much difficulty, find them amongst the ill Principles and disorderly Lusts and Passions and Humours of unreasonable men. As for example; 3. We inquire into the Causes of this Uncharitableness, we shall without much difficulty, find them among the ill Principles and disorderly Lustiest and Passion and Humours of unreasonable men. As for Exampl; crd pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc j vvz cc n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2. p-acp p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
69 The Atheistical, if they follow the consequence of their Opinion, terminate their Designs, as they imagine they do their humane Beings, in this Life. The Atheistical, if they follow the consequence of their Opinion, terminate their Designs, as they imagine they do their humane Beings, in this Life. dt j, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvi po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vdb po32 j n2, p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
70 Those who live by Sense, whose Objects are present, have no regard for such as they shall never live to see; Those who live by Sense, whose Objects Are present, have no regard for such as they shall never live to see; d r-crq vvb p-acp n1, rg-crq n2 vbr j, vhb dx n1 p-acp d c-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
71 for such as are not capable of returning them immediate thanks, of making them Presents, of pleasing them with flatteries, of rendring them such services as are most grateful to flesh and blood. for such as Are not capable of returning them immediate thanks, of making them Presents, of pleasing them with flatteries, of rendering them such services as Are most grateful to Flesh and blood. p-acp d c-acp vbr xx j pp-f vvg pno32 j n2, pp-f vvg pno32 n2, pp-f j-vvg pno32 p-acp n2, pp-f vvg pno32 d n2 c-acp vbr ds j p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
72 The slothful will not be at the pains to build or to uphold, to manure or cultivate, to catechise a Child, The slothful will not be At the pains to built or to uphold, to manure or cultivate, to catechise a Child, dt j vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
73 or instruct a Servant, or discreetly to reprove an irregular Neighbour: or instruct a Servant, or discreetly to reprove an irregular Neighbour: cc vvi dt n1, cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
74 They will let their own Vineyards be over-run, in their own times with Briars and Thorns. They will let their own Vineyards be overrun, in their own times with Briers and Thorns. pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n2 vbb vvi, p-acp po32 d n2 p-acp n2 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
75 The Careless and Voluptuous are contented to think (if thinking be at any time the exercise of such Affectors of of Ease) that Peace and Plenty will last for their Days; The Careless and Voluptuous Are contented to think (if thinking be At any time the exercise of such Affectors of of Ease) that Peace and Plenty will last for their Days; dt j cc j vbr vvn pc-acp vvi (cs vvg vbb p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f pp-f n1) cst n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
76 and that is all the Eternity they care for; and that is all the Eternity they care for; cc d vbz d dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
77 though by such neglect, Ruin often comes down upon their Heads before the term of their Life is expired. though by such neglect, Ruin often comes down upon their Heads before the term of their Life is expired. cs p-acp d n1, vvb av vvz a-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
78 So it commonly happens to the Prodigal who inspect not their Affairs, and believe their Fortune to be sufficient for their Time; And in that Imagination, say to their Souls, Take your •ase: So it commonly happens to the Prodigal who inspect not their Affairs, and believe their Fortune to be sufficient for their Time; And in that Imagination, say to their Souls, Take your •ase: av pn31 av-j vvz p-acp dt j-jn r-crq j xx po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n1; cc p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp po32 n2, vvb po22 vvi: (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
79 and dream on till they are surpriz'd by Poverty: And, if their loose and swift way of living permits them to number many Years; and dream on till they Are surprised by Poverty: And, if their lose and swift Way of living permits them to number many years; cc vvb a-acp c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1: cc, cs po32 j cc j n1 pp-f n-vvg vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
80 there remain to them the fewest Supplies in that Age which has the most and greatest needs, the Age of Labour and Sorrow. Furthermore, there remain to them the fewest Supplies in that Age which has the most and greatest needs, the Age of Labour and Sorrow. Furthermore, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt ds n2 p-acp cst n1 r-crq vhz dt av-ds cc js n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
81 The Ill-natur'd hate the rest of the World, and are not pleased that the state of it should be bettered by them. The Ill-natured hate the rest of the World, and Are not pleased that the state of it should be bettered by them. dt j vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbr xx vvn cst dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
82 Out of the abundance of such an ill Heart came that worst of Sayings pronounced by one of the Brutal Heathens, When I leave the World, let Earth and Fire mingle; Out of the abundance of such an ill Heart Come that worst of Sayings pronounced by one of the Brutal heathens, When I leave the World, let Earth and Fire mingle; av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n1 vvd cst js pp-f n2-vvg vvn p-acp crd pp-f dt j n2-jn, c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1, vvb n1 cc n1 vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
83 or, let the Frame of Nature be immediately dissolv'd. or, let the Frame of Nature be immediately dissolved. cc, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb av-j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
84 He would have forborn those wicked Words, if he had but just thought of that more dreadful Fire which Divine Justice has prepared for the Uncharitable. He would have forborn those wicked Words, if he had but just Thought of that more dreadful Fire which Divine justice has prepared for the Uncharitable. pns31 vmd vhi vvn d j n2, cs pns31 vhd p-acp j n1 pp-f d dc j n1 r-crq j-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
85 Moreover, the Proud and the Designing, who are themselves ignorant, will on purpose deny a leberal Education to those Children who are under their Conduct, Moreover, the Proud and the Designing, who Are themselves ignorant, will on purpose deny a leberal Education to those Children who Are under their Conduct, av, dt j cc dt vvg, r-crq vbr px32 j, vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po32 vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
86 lest they grow too wise and sensible for them. lest they grow too wise and sensible for them. cs pns32 vvb av j cc j p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
87 From the same Passion it is, that Wicked Men endeavour to hinder both present and future Good, by depressing generous and worthy Persons, giving them occasion to complain, with that great Warrior Belisarius; It was not a Crime that hurt us but Envy. From the same Passion it is, that Wicked Men endeavour to hinder both present and future Good, by depressing generous and worthy Persons, giving them occasion to complain, with that great Warrior Belisarius; It was not a Crime that hurt us but Envy. p-acp dt d n1 pn31 vbz, cst j n2 vvb pc-acp vvi d j cc j-jn j, p-acp vvg j cc j n2, vvg pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp cst j n1 np1; pn31 vbds xx dt n1 cst vvd pno12 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
88 Likewise, the Covetuous either stifle the Wills of the Charitable, or forbear to fulfill them; converting that to their own use, which was piously intended for others. Likewise, the Covetous either stifle the Wills of the Charitable, or forbear to fulfil them; converting that to their own use, which was piously intended for Others. av, dt j av-d vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno32; vvg cst p-acp po32 d n1, r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
89 Also, the Malicious study on purpose to leave That which must go to others, in a ruinous Condition. Also, the Malicious study on purpose to leave That which must go to Others, in a ruinous Condition. av, dt j vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cst r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn, p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
90 It may be, without a House for shelter, or a Tree for shade, or a Field worn out with perpetual bearing, It may be, without a House for shelter, or a Tree for shade, or a Field worn out with perpetual bearing, pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vvn av p-acp j n-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
91 or a Paper for Direction, and for the determination of Strife; much more withour a Prayer for the Prosperity of those who shall come after them. or a Paper for Direction, and for the determination of Strife; much more withour a Prayer for the Prosperity of those who shall come After them. cc dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; av-d dc n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
92 Again, of some Men of revengeful Dispositions, it has been said, That on their very Death-Beds, [ a solemn Time in which nothing should supplant the Love of God and Man; Again, of Some Men of revengeful Dispositions, it has been said, That on their very Death-Beds, [ a solemn Time in which nothing should supplant the Love of God and Man; av, pp-f d n2 pp-f j n2, pn31 vhz vbn vvn, cst p-acp po32 j n2, [ dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pix vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
93 when their abundant Charity should, through Christ, prepare their way to the Mercy of God before whom they are suddenly to appear ] that, being engaged in vexatious Suits and Quarrels with others, they have given it in charge to the Heirs of their Families, to keep up the Grudg, when their abundant Charity should, through christ, prepare their Way to the Mercy of God before whom they Are suddenly to appear ] that, being engaged in vexatious Suits and Quarrels with Others, they have given it in charge to the Heirs of their Families, to keep up the Grudge, c-crq po32 j n1 vmd, p-acp np1, vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr av-j pc-acp vvi ] cst, vbg vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
94 and to continue the Controversy from Generation to Generation. Finally, Where this Evil Tempter abounds, it entails Trouble and Confusion: and to continue the Controversy from Generation to Generation. Finally, Where this Evil Tempter abounds, it entails Trouble and Confusion: cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. av-j, c-crq d j-jn n1 vvz, pn31 vvz n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
95 For it requires little skill to unfix and embroil, but a great deal to establish. For it requires little skill to unfix and embroil, but a great deal to establish. c-acp pn31 vvz j n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
96 May That (as we hope, and as we pray) be, for the future, the Wisdom of this Age, to the end that it may flourish in True Religion, in Unity, in Plenty, Peace and Health, May That (as we hope, and as we pray) be, for the future, the Wisdom of this Age, to the end that it may flourish in True Religion, in Unity, in Plenty, Peace and Health, np1 cst (c-acp pns12 vvb, cc c-acp pns12 vvb) vbi, p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
97 and by that means become a Blessing to these Lands for ever. and by that means become a Blessing to these Lands for ever. cc p-acp d n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
98 These Evil Principles, Lusts, Passions, and Humours which I have mentioned, are the Causes of the Decay of that generous Charity so beneficial to the Ages to come. But, Fourthly, These Evil Principles, Lustiest, Passion, and Humours which I have mentioned, Are the Causes of the Decay of that generous Charity so beneficial to the Ages to come. But, Fourthly, d j-jn n2, n2, n2, cc n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1 av j p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi. p-acp, ord, (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
99 Let us not follow the inordinate Affections and unreable Customs of the Men of this World, Let us not follow the inordinate Affections and unreable Customs of the Men of this World, vvb pno12 xx vvi dt j n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
100 but be prevailed with to imitate David? or rather, the God of David, who hath a Blessing for every Age; but be prevailed with to imitate David? or rather, the God of David, who hath a Blessing for every Age; cc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi np1? cc av-c, dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
101 and who, when he rested from the Work of Creation, did not forbear the Works of Providence. To this purpose, and who, when he rested from the Work of Creation, did not forbear the Works of Providence. To this purpose, cc r-crq, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vdd xx vvi dt vvz pp-f n1. p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
102 First, That we may be capable of practising this sort of Charity, the forementioned Passions are to be subdued by pious Consideration, by Prayer for the especial Grace of God, by firm and steadfast Resolution, by Conversation with Christians whose Hearts are enlarged, by reading the holy Scriptures, First, That we may be capable of practising this sort of Charity, the forementioned Passion Are to be subdued by pious Consideration, by Prayer for the especial Grace of God, by firm and steadfast Resolution, by Conversation with Christians whose Hearts Are enlarged, by reading the holy Scriptures, ord, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f vvg d n1 pp-f n1, dt j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j cc j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn, p-acp vvg dt j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
103 and in them, the History of God's Power and Goodness. Secondly, being thus made capable of doing present and future Good; and in them, the History of God's Power and goodness. Secondly, being thus made capable of doing present and future Good; cc p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1. ord, vbg av vvn j pp-f vdg j cc j-jn j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
104 that we may do it as we ought, the Good-will, the right Scope, the Decence, the Iustice of It, are well to be weighed. that we may do it as we ought, the Goodwill, the right Scope, the Decence, the justice of It, Are well to be weighed. cst pns12 vmb vdi pn31 c-acp pns12 vmd, dt j, dt j-jn n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
105 And, First, Good-will ought to be the Spring which moves Men that benefit those who succeed them; And, First, Goodwill ought to be the Spring which moves Men that benefit those who succeed them; cc, ord, j vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 r-crq vvz n2 cst n1 d r-crq vvb pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
106 for it is no Virtue to leave that behind us, which Death will not permit us to carry away. Dives laid up Goods for many years, and he left them to Others, without being to them a Benefactor; for it is no Virtue to leave that behind us, which Death will not permit us to carry away. Dives laid up Goods for many Years, and he left them to Others, without being to them a Benefactor; c-acp pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp vvb cst p-acp pno12, r-crq n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp vvb av. np1 vvd a-acp n2-j p-acp d n2, cc pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp n2-jn, p-acp vbg p-acp pno32 dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
107 for, he laid them up for himself, upon a vain and presumptuous supposition of long Life; for, he laid them up for himself, upon a vain and presumptuous supposition of long Life; p-acp, pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp px31, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
108 in which he was miserably disappointed, by the surprizing Justice of that Righteous God, who said to Him, Thou Fool! this Night thy Soul shall be taken from thee. in which he was miserably disappointed, by the surprising justice of that Righteous God, who said to Him, Thou Fool! this Night thy Soul shall be taken from thee. p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds av-j vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f cst j np1, r-crq vvd p-acp pno31, pns21 n1! d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
109 Again, This Good-will is to be directed to a right and profitable Scope; that Charity may not be blinded by Superstition, which hath founded many Societies, and left great Revenues, Again, This Goodwill is to be directed to a right and profitable Scope; that Charity may not be blinded by Superstition, which hath founded many Societies, and left great Revenues, av, d j vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn cc j n1; cst n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vhz vvn d n2, cc vvd j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
110 and enriched many Shrines, to the hurt of Posterity, by promoting the Honour of false Deities and Saints; and enriched many Shrines, to the hurt of Posterity, by promoting the Honour of false Deities and Saints; cc vvd d vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-vvg dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
111 and by encouraging a Worship from Age to Age, in which the True God can take no pleasure. and by encouraging a Worship from Age to Age, in which the True God can take no pleasure. cc p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq dt j np1 vmb vvi dx n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
112 There is also to be observed, in this Practice, a Decency, which forbids a Man to be severely Penurions all his days, There is also to be observed, in this Practice, a Decency, which forbids a Man to be severely Penurions all his days, pc-acp vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d n1, dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j n2 d po31 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
113 for the doing a greater Good at the last. for the doing a greater Good At the last. c-acp dt vdg dt jc j p-acp dt ord. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
114 It is true, He is not to be condemned for cutting off unnecessary Pomps and Expences in order to so good an End: It is true, He is not to be condemned for cutting off unnecessary Pomps and Expenses in order to so good an End: pn31 vbz j, pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg a-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp av j dt vvb: (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
115 And he may be bold with himself. And he may be bold with himself. cc pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp px31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
116 But, though there may be a laudable Frugality, there must not be a sordidness in his Selfdenial. But, though there may be a laudable Frugality, there must not be a sordidness in his Self-denial. p-acp, cs pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, a-acp vmb xx vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
117 Add to this, That Iustice, as well as Decency becomes all Men who piously design to be Benefactors to Posterity. Add to this, That justice, as well as Decency becomes all Men who piously Design to be Benefactors to Posterity. vvb p-acp d, cst n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 vvz d n2 r-crq av-j n1 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
118 They are not to do Evil that Good may come of it; They Are not to do Evil that Good may come of it; pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vdi j-jn d j vmb vvi pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
119 or, to be unjust, Oppressors, Extortioners in one Age, that they may be bountiful to another. or, to be unjust, Oppressors's, Extortioners in one Age, that they may be bountiful to Another. cc, pc-acp vbi j, ng2, n2 p-acp crd n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
120 Yet, such is the manner of the Covetuous, who love not Mankind, nor their very Off-spring as Men, Yet, such is the manner of the Covetous, who love not Mankind, nor their very Offspring as Men, av, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j, r-crq vvb xx n1, ccx po32 j n1 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
121 but in the Quality of their second-selves: but in the Quality of their second-selves: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
122 They run the hazard even of Damnation, for the greatning of those, who generally spend with vicious profuseness all that Wealth which, with such guilt of Conscience they had gathered together. They run the hazard even of Damnation, for the greatning of those, who generally spend with vicious profuseness all that Wealth which, with such guilt of Conscience they had gathered together. pns32 vvb dt n1 av pp-f n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d, r-crq av-j vvi p-acp j n1 d cst n1 r-crq, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vhd vvn av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
123 Thirdly, Having found out such Rules as these for the governing of our Practice, we may render our selves more fit for the discharge of so Excellent a Duty. First, By removing certain Discouragements. Thirdly, Having found out such Rules as these for the governing of our Practice, we may render our selves more fit for the discharge of so Excellent a Duty. First, By removing certain Discouragements. ord, vhg vvn av d vvz p-acp d c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1. ord, p-acp vvg j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
124 Secondly, By attending to some further Motives. The Discouragements are of Two Kinds. 1. Suspicions of Ability to do such good. Secondly, By attending to Some further Motives. The Discouragements Are of Two Kinds. 1. Suspicions of Ability to do such good. ord, p-acp vvg p-acp d jc n2. dt n2 vbr pp-f crd n2. crd n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi d j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
125 2. Hindrances of Willingness in Those who are able to do it; and in some of them who are not ill inclined. 2. Hindrances of Willingness in Those who Are able to do it; and in Some of them who Are not ill inclined. crd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr j pc-acp vdi pn31; cc p-acp d pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr xx j-jn vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 2
126 1. Men of inferiour Condition suspect their Ability; imagining, that he who would become a Benefactor, must be arm'd with great Power and Authority indued with high degrees of Wisdom, 1. Men of inferior Condition suspect their Ability; imagining, that he who would become a Benefactor, must be armed with great Power and authority endued with high Degrees of Wisdom, crd n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvb po32 n1; vvg, cst pns31 r-crq vmd vvi dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 2
127 and furnished with such heaps of growing Wealth, as may supply Charity, without sensible Diminution. and furnished with such heaps of growing Wealth, as may supply Charity, without sensible Diminution. cc vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f j-vvg n1, c-acp vmb vvi n1, p-acp j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 2
128 Whereas there are divers waies by which Persons, in meaner Circumstances, may, in their Age, be useful both to that and the next. A poor Man, Whereas there Are diverse ways by which Persons, in meaner circumstances, may, in their Age, be useful both to that and the next. A poor Man, cs pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp r-crq n2, p-acp jc n2, vmb, p-acp po32 n1, vbb j av-d p-acp cst cc dt ord. dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
129 as we read in Ecclesiastes, did by his prudent Counsel deliver a City. And that Place had, probably, the Benefit of his good Advice a long time after; as we read in Ecclesiastes, did by his prudent Counsel deliver a city. And that Place had, probably, the Benefit of his good advice a long time After; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n2, vdd p-acp po31 j n1 vvi dt n1. cc d n1 vhd, av-j, dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 dt j n1 a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
130 tho' whilst his wisdom made him considerable, his Poverty exposed him to the Scorn and Neglect of the Proud and u•grateful. though while his Wisdom made him considerable, his Poverty exposed him to the Scorn and Neglect of the Proud and u•grateful. cs cs po31 n1 vvd pno31 j, po31 n1 vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f dt j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
131 There are true Benefactors in the World besides such who have Ability to make Publick Waies, to repair Breaches of the Sea, to calm that which is tumultuous, the Rage of the People; There Are true Benefactors in the World beside such who have Ability to make Public Ways, to repair Breaches of the Sea, to Cam that which is tumultuous, the Rage of the People; pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vhb n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
132 to build Houses for God's Worship, to found Colledges and Hospitals, to subdue public Enemies, to built Houses for God's Worship, to found Colleges and Hospitals, to subdue public Enemies, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvd n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
133 and to enact wholsom Laws, which are the Nerves of Society, and by the strength of which we a while (by God's Blessing) subsisted, and to enact wholesome Laws, which Are the Nerves of Society, and by the strength of which we a while (by God's Blessing) subsisted, cc pc-acp vvi j n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 av cs (p-acp npg1 n1) vvd, (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
134 though Popish Superstition did so furiously assault us. though Popish Superstition did so furiously assault us. cs j n1 vdd av av-j vvi pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
135 Many may communicate to their Neighbours a wholsom Medicine, though they cannot erect a House for the Sick, and Wounded, and Impotent. Many may communicate to their Neighbours a wholesome Medicine, though they cannot erect a House for the Sick, and Wounded, and Impotent. av-d vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 dt j n1, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, cc vvn, cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
136 Every Master of a Family in Israel. was obliged to shew his Children the Reason of the Paschal Feast, and to teach them the Law of God. Every Master of a Family in Israel. was obliged to show his Children the Reason of the Paschal Feast, and to teach them the Law of God. np1 n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. vbds vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
137 Those, therefore, were not Performances out of their Power, for then they could not have been their Duty. Those, Therefore, were not Performances out of their Power, for then they could not have been their Duty. d, av, vbdr xx n2 av pp-f po32 n1, c-acp cs pns32 vmd xx vhi vbn po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
138 And to Christians their great Master saith, What excellent things do ye? What do ye more than others? Much Good they may do by rehearsing the Holy History of God's Law and his wonderful Works before others, that they may learn it and transmit it to the next Generation. And to Christians their great Master Says, What excellent things do you? What do you more than Others? Much Good they may do by rehearsing the Holy History of God's Law and his wondered Works before Others, that they may Learn it and transmit it to the next Generation. cc p-acp np1 po32 j n1 vvz, q-crq j n2 vdb pn22? q-crq vdb pn22 av-dc cs n2-jn? av-d j pns32 vmb vdi p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc po31 j vvz p-acp n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
139 Much Good they may do by teaching of necessary Doctrines to Youth, and by forming the manners of those who are likely to outlive them. Much Good they may do by teaching of necessary Doctrines to Youth, and by forming the manners of those who Are likely to outlive them. av-d j pns32 vmb vdi p-acp vvg pp-f j n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
140 They may instil into them betimes such Christian Principles as may grow up with them, and bring forth Fruit in their Age. They may instil into them betimes such Christian Principles as may grow up with them, and bring forth Fruit in their Age. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av d np1 n2 c-acp vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvb av n1 p-acp po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
141 He who hath a small proportion of Silver or Gold, may yet be sometimes capable of leaving behind him a more valuable Legacy: He who hath a small proportion of Silver or Gold, may yet be sometime capable of leaving behind him a more valuable Legacy: pns31 r-crq vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb av vbi av j pp-f vvg p-acp pno31 dt av-dc j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
142 By giving the World a Book of Piety, such as that of the Whole Duty of Man, by which the judicious and modest Author hath done a greater Good to those who lived in and after his Time, By giving the World a Book of Piety, such as that of the whole Duty of Man, by which the judicious and modest Author hath done a greater Good to those who lived in and After his Time, p-acp vvg dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, d c-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt j cc j n1 vhz vdn dt jc j p-acp d r-crq vvd p-acp cc p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
143 than if he had poured forth other Riches ••on them in overflowing measure. than if he had poured forth other Riches ••on them in overflowing measure. cs cs pns31 vhd vvn av j-jn n2 vvb pno32 p-acp j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
144 Most are capable of doing a durable Charity by good Example, which may operate when they are dead and gone. Most Are capable of doing a durable Charity by good Exampl, which may operate when they Are dead and gone. np1 vbr j pp-f vdg dt j n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vbr j cc vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
145 To how many Generations has the Instance of afflicted Iob administred Courage and Support, whilst they have called it to Remembrance in the Time of their Trouble? And there is great need of virtuous Example for the ballancing of that which is Bad; the Contagion of which sticks like Leprosie in Families, Churches and Kingdoms. To how many Generations has the Instance of afflicted Job administered Courage and Support, while they have called it to Remembrance in the Time of their Trouble? And there is great need of virtuous Exampl for the balancing of that which is Bad; the Contagion of which sticks like Leprosy in Families, Churches and Kingdoms. p-acp c-crq d n2 vhz dt n1 pp-f j-vvn np1 vvn n1 cc vvb, cs pns32 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1? cc pc-acp vbz j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz j; dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvz av-j n1 p-acp n2, n2 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
146 Ieroboam the Son of Nebat made Israel to sin 1. King. 14. 16. [ to commit that great Sin of Idolatry, by worshipping the true God by an Image ] both in his Time, and after he was gone to answer both for his own and for other Men's Sins. Jeroboam the Son of Nebat made Israel to sin 1. King. 14. 16. [ to commit that great since of Idolatry, by worshipping the true God by an Image ] both in his Time, and After he was gone to answer both for his own and for other Men's Sins. np1 dt n1 pp-f j vvn np1 pc-acp vvi crd n1. crd crd [ pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt j np1 p-acp dt n1 ] av-d p-acp po31 n1, cc c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d p-acp po31 d cc p-acp j-jn ng2 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
147 But what Answer could he make for either? Either was a Burthen too heavy for him to bear. But what Answer could he make for either? Either was a Burden too heavy for him to bear. p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns31 vvi p-acp d? av-d vbds dt n1 av j c-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
148 Then, for the Charity of Prayer, who is there that cannor call on God for a Blessing on Persons and Families, on Churches and States, Then, for the Charity of Prayer, who is there that cannor call on God for a Blessing on Persons and Families, on Churches and States, av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz a-acp cst vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 2
149 after they shall have left this unquiet Stage, and that Sche•• of the World which passeth away. After they shall have left this unquiet Stage, and that Sche•• of the World which passes away. c-acp pns32 vmb vhi vvn d j n1, cc cst np1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 2
150 Exod. 20. 5, 6. • 34. 7. Deut. 7. 9. In sum, all Wicked M•• •s wi•ked, are hurtful, and all Good Men, a• good, •re beneficial both at present and for the future. Exod 20. 5, 6. • 34. 7. Deuteronomy 7. 9. In sum, all Wicked M•• •s wi•ked, Are hurtful, and all Good Men, a• good, •re beneficial both At present and for the future. np1 crd crd, crd • crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1, d j np1 vbz vvn, vbr j, cc d j n2, n1 j, av-dc j av-d p-acp j cc p-acp dt j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 2
151 Blessing and Cursing persue Families very often, according to the Righteousness or Impiety of the first Heads of them. Blessing and Cursing pursue Families very often, according to the Righteousness or Impiety of the First Heads of them. n1 cc vvg vvb n2 av av, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 2
152 Secondly, There are Discouragements which hinder Men, who are able to do Good to other Generations, from being Willing. That is to say, The Instance of Backwardness in Public Mannagers to reward those who have undone themselves by some useful Invention, which generally ruines the first Projestors, whilst Posterity reaps the fruit of their Wit, Labour, and Expence. Secondly, There Are Discouragements which hinder Men, who Are able to do Good to other Generations, from being Willing. That is to say, The Instance of Backwardness in Public Managers to reward those who have undone themselves by Some useful Invention, which generally ruins the First Projestors, while Posterity reaps the fruit of their Wit, Labour, and Expense. ord, pc-acp vbr n2 r-crq vvb n2, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vdi j p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp vbg j. cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp vvb d r-crq vhb vvn px32 p-acp d j n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt ord n2, cs n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, n1, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 2
153 Also the Instances of Failures and Frauds of smothered or abused Legacies, in Trust, of the converting of that to the use of the Rich, which is bequeathed to the Poor; Also the Instances of Failures and Frauds of smothered or abused Legacies, in Trust, of the converting of that to the use of the Rich, which is bequeathed to the Poor; av dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n2 pp-f j-vvn cc j-vvn n2, p-acp vvb, pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 2
154 together with the Consideration of the uncertainty of Times, in which, by Wars and tumultuous Violences, the Effects of publick Charity do often perish. together with the Consideration of the uncertainty of Times, in which, by Wars and tumultuous Violences, the Effects of public Charity do often perish. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq, p-acp n2 cc j n2, dt n2 pp-f j n1 vdb av vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 2
155 There is much Truth in this Objection, but yet not so much as makes it unanswerable. Useful Inventions are often greater Charities than could have been done by the Pains and Wealth which they cost. There is much Truth in this Objection, but yet not so much as makes it unanswerable. Useful Inventions Are often greater Charities than could have been done by the Pains and Wealth which they cost. pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp av xx av av-d c-acp vvz pn31 j. j n2 vbr av jc ng1 cs vmd vhi vbn vdn p-acp dt n2 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 2
156 Frauds and Abuses do not alwaies happen: They do not alwaies come; Frauds and Abuses do not always happen: They do not always come; n2 cc n2 vdb xx av vvi: pns32 vdb xx av vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 2
157 and wo to them, no• who are injur'd by them, but by whom they come. And the Observation of such accidental Miscarriages should, indeed, increase the Caution, but not prevent the Charity of wealthy Men. and woe to them, no• who Are injured by them, but by whom they come. And the Observation of such accidental Miscarriages should, indeed, increase the Caution, but not prevent the Charity of wealthy Men. cc n1 p-acp pno32, n1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb. cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vmd, av, vvb dt n1, p-acp xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 2
158 It is, also, profitable for us to remember, That whatsoever Hazards Good Works run, the Soul that has done them in Christian Manner, shall be safe in the Hands of their Mediator. It is, also, profitable for us to Remember, That whatsoever Hazards Good Works run, the Soul that has done them in Christian Manner, shall be safe in the Hands of their Mediator. pn31 vbz, av, j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst r-crq n2 j vvz vvn, dt n1 cst vhz vdn pno32 p-acp np1 n1, vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 2
159 Christians know in whom they have believed, and how able he is to keep that which is committed to his Trust to that Day. Christians know in whom they have believed, and how able he is to keep that which is committed to his Trust to that Day. np1 vvb p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn, cc c-crq j pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp cst n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 2
160 For the uncertainty of Times and Seasons, that's an Objection against doing Good in all Ages; For the uncertainty of Times and Seasons, that's an Objection against doing Good in all Ages; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, d dt n1 p-acp vdg j p-acp d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 2
161 for Heaven only is a Kingdom which cannot be shaken. for Heaven only is a Kingdom which cannot be shaken. p-acp n1 av-j vbz dt n1 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 2
162 Wherefore, laying aside these Impediments, cast in our Way by too great a Degree of Jealousie, let us, Wherefore, laying aside these Impediments, cast in our Way by too great a Degree of Jealousy, let us, q-crq, vvg av d n2, vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 2
163 Secondly, Provoke our selves to Piety and to Good Works, by laying before our Thoughts such further Motives as these. Secondly, Provoke our selves to Piety and to Good Works, by laying before our Thoughts such further Motives as these. ord, vvb po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc p-acp j vvz, p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2 d jc n2 c-acp d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 2
164 The First may be taken from the true pleasure which is found in all good Acts, and particularly of those of that kind of which we have been speaking. The First may be taken from the true pleasure which is found in all good Acts, and particularly of those of that kind of which we have been speaking. dt ord vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j n2, cc av-j pp-f d pp-f d n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
165 Pleasure naturally springs up in the Mind, when we think of any thing we much value, Pleasure naturally springs up in the Mind, when we think of any thing we much valve, n1 av-j vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f d n1 pns12 d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
166 as continuing and prospering. A great degree of happiness consists in hope, and in hope cherished by proceeding. The Mind is damp'd when it is stinted, and when it sees an end of any thing in which it took content. as Continuing and prospering. A great degree of happiness consists in hope, and in hope cherished by proceeding. The Mind is damped when it is stinted, and when it sees an end of any thing in which it took content. c-acp vvg cc vvg. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp vvb, cc p-acp n1 vvn p-acp vvg. dt n1 vbz vvn c-crq pn31 vbz vvd, cc c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvd j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
167 And if pleasure is derived to us from the growth and progress even of our humblest Plants, much more shall we be pleased by the extent of our goodness to Christian Men, And if pleasure is derived to us from the growth and progress even of our Humblest Plants, much more shall we be pleased by the extent of our Goodness to Christian Men, cc cs n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av pp-f po12 js n2, d dc vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp njp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
168 and in the duration of it. and in the duration of it. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
169 It is a blessed and comfortable Thought, that God will vouchsafe to use such frail earthen Vessels, It is a blessed and comfortable Thought, that God will vouchsafe to use such frail earthen Vessels, pn31 vbz dt j-vvn cc j n1, cst np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
170 as Instruments of good; by Instruction, by Example, by Prayers, by Alms, not only for the Span of our Life, as Instruments of good; by Instruction, by Exampl, by Prayers, by Alms, not only for the Span of our Life, c-acp n2 pp-f j; p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
171 but for many years to come. but for many Years to come. cc-acp p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
172 It was a strong Consolation to Abraham, that in his Off-spring all the Nations of the Earth should be blessed. It was a strong Consolation to Abraham, that in his Offspring all the nations of the Earth should be blessed. pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1, cst p-acp po31 n1 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 2
173 The Second Motive may be taken from Honour, which is Fame acquired by doing of worthy things. After this Men so naturally thirst, that some have affected the Name of Benefactors, Luke 22. 25. who have turn'd their Power into Oppression; The Second Motive may be taken from Honour, which is Fame acquired by doing of worthy things. After this Men so naturally thirst, that Some have affected the Name of Benefactors, Lycia 22. 25. who have turned their Power into Oppression; dt ord n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vbz n1 vvn p-acp vdg pp-f j n2. p-acp d n2 av av-j n1, cst d vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, av crd crd r-crq vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 2
174 for of that number (as Philo shews us) was Caius Caligula. They understood what was venerable, for of that number (as Philo shows us) was Caius Caligula. They understood what was venerable, c-acp pp-f d n1 (c-acp np1 vvz pno12) vbds np1 np1. pns32 vvd r-crq vbds j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 2
175 but they did not pursue if. but they did not pursue if. cc-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi cs. (2) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 2
176 Even the Charity which is transient, is honourable ▪ and the Woman who with her Spikenard anointed our Saviour to his burial, is to this day honourably remembred wheresoever the History of the Gospel is read. Even the Charity which is Transient, is honourable ▪ and the Woman who with her Spikenard anointed our Saviour to his burial, is to this day honourably remembered wheresoever the History of the Gospel is read. av-j dt n1 r-crq vbz j, vbz j ▪ cc dt n1 r-crq p-acp po31 np1 vvn po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp d n1 av-j vvn c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 2
177 And if to transient good our Praise is due, certainly to that which is lasting it ought not to be denied. And if to Transient good our Praise is due, Certainly to that which is lasting it ought not to be denied. cc cs p-acp j j po12 n1 vbz j-jn, av-j p-acp cst r-crq vbz vvg pn31 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 2
178 Wherefore the Holy Virgin, considering the Salvation of the World by Christ, whose Mother she was become through God's special favour, believed not her Magnificat to be a vainglorious Hymn, but said with humble Joy, God hath regarded the lowliness of his Hand-maiden; Wherefore the Holy Virgae, considering the Salvation of the World by christ, whose Mother she was become through God's special favour, believed not her Magnificat to be a vainglorious Hymn, but said with humble Joy, God hath regarded the lowliness of his Handmaiden; c-crq dt j n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, rg-crq n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp npg1 j n1, vvd xx po31 fw-la pc-acp vbi dt j n1, p-acp vvd p-acp j n1, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 2
179 for behold from henceforth all Generations shall call me blessed. for behold from henceforth all Generations shall call me blessed. p-acp vvb p-acp av d n2 vmb vvi pno11 vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 2
180 But the greatest Motives of all are, Conscience, which requireth us to do good, as our Christian Duty. But the greatest Motives of all Are, Conscience, which requires us to do good, as our Christian Duty. p-acp dt js n2 pp-f d vbr, n1, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi j, p-acp po12 np1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 2
181 Religious Fear, which sets before the Unprofitable (the unprofitable to Men, for God we cannot profit) the Terrors of the great Day. And, last of all, Religious fear, which sets before the Unprofitable (the unprofitable to Men, for God we cannot profit) the Terrors of the great Day. And, last of all, j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j-u (dt j p-acp n2, c-acp np1 pns12 vmbx vvi) dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. cc, ord pp-f d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 2
182 Religious Hope, which moves us to be useful, in all our Capacities, whilst time lasts, upon the most comfortable prospect of an Eternal Recompence. Religious Hope, which moves us to be useful, in all our Capacities, while time lasts, upon the most comfortable prospect of an Eternal Recompense. j n1, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp d po12 n2, cs n1 vvz, p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 2
183 O the blessed Day, when those who abound in the work of the Lord Iesus, shall find their labour not to be in vain in the same Lord. Oh the blessed Day, when those who abound in the work of the Lord Iesus, shall find their labour not to be in vain in the same Lord. uh dt j-vvn n1, c-crq d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vmb vvi po32 n1 xx pc-acp vbi p-acp j p-acp dt d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 2
184 When the penitent, pious, and righteous, shall behold the general Assembly of those great Souls who neither liv'd nor dy'd to themselves. When the penitent, pious, and righteous, shall behold the general Assembly of those great Souls who neither lived nor died to themselves. c-crq dt j-jn, j, cc j, vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq av-dx vvd ccx vvd p-acp px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 2
185 May God prepare us for this Felicity, by Faith, and Repentance, and Good Works, through him who was both the desire and the blessing of all Nations, Iesus Christ the Righteous, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory, World without end, Amen. FINIS. May God prepare us for this Felicity, by Faith, and Repentance, and Good Works, through him who was both the desire and the blessing of all nations, Iesus christ the Righteous, to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost be all Honour and Glory, World without end, Amen. FINIS. vmb np1 vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j vvz, p-acp pno31 r-crq vbds d dt vvb cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, np1 np1 dt j, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1 vbb d n1 cc n1, n1 p-acp n1, uh-n. fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 2

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