The church's security in the midst of all difficulties and dangers explain'd and asserted in a sermon preacht upon the 5th of November last, upon those words of Numb. 23, 23 / by R.W., B.D., and minister of Kedarminster in the county of Worcester.

White, Richard, b. 1636
Publisher: Printed for Tho Parkhurst
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1694
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A65766 ESTC ID: R9789 STC ID: W1802
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Numbers XXIII, 23; Sermons, English;
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0 The Church's Security, &c. Numbers 23.23. The Church's Security, etc. Numbers 23.23. dt ng1 n1, av n2 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Surely there is no Inchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel; according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought? Surely there is no Enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel; according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought? av-j pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, d vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp np1; vvg p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1, q-crq vhz np1 vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 THESE words were uttered by Balaam, when he endeavoured to curse Israel, the People of God, that so he might obtain a reward from Balak; he was in himself no better than a Witch or Conjurer; THESE words were uttered by balaam, when he endeavoured to curse Israel, the People of God, that so he might obtain a reward from Balak; he was in himself no better than a Witch or Conjurer; d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cst av pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp np1; pns31 vbds p-acp n1 av-dx av-jc cs dt n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 but when he sought to do mischief to God's People by the assistance of evil, but when he sought to do mischief to God's People by the assistance of evil, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 and wicked Spirits with whom he was confederate, the holy Spirit of God did strangely interpose, and wicked Spirits with whom he was confederate, the holy Spirit of God did strangely interpose, cc j n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds j-jn, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdd av-j vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 and made use of this Conjurer to be his Instrument for Prophecy as to several particulars that relate to the Church of God in general, and made use of this Conjurer to be his Instrument for Prophecy as to several particulars that relate to the Church of God in general, cc vvd n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n1 p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp j n2-j cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 and for the declaring of a Blessing to Israel, which was God's Peculiar and Chosen People, his Church at that present time; and for the declaring of a Blessing to Israel, which was God's Peculiar and Chosen People, his Church At that present time; cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds npg1 j cc j-vvn n1, po31 n1 p-acp d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 and so God by the over-ruling power of his Spirit, did turn the Curse, that was intended by this wicked In chanter, into a Blessing. and so God by the overruling power of his Spirit, did turn the Curse, that was intended by this wicked In chanter, into a Blessing. cc av np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vdd vvi dt n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp d j p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
8 More especially, in the words of my Text, there is a discovery made, by the plain confession of this Wizzard, of the vanity of his own attempts, against the Church and People of God; More especially, in the words of my Text, there is a discovery made, by the plain Confessi of this Vizard, of the vanity of his own attempts, against the Church and People of God; av-dc av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 Surely, saith he, there is no Inchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Issrael, &c. as before. Surely, Says he, there is no Enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel, etc. as before. av-j, vvz pns31, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, d vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp np1, av a-acp a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 In which words we have contain'd two general parts. 1. An Assertion firmly laid down, with relation to Jacob and Israel; Surely, or assuredly, In which words we have contained two general parts. 1. an Assertion firmly laid down, with Relation to Jacob and Israel; Surely, or assuredly, p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vhb vvn crd j n2. crd dt n1 av-j vvn a-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc np1; av-j, cc av-vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 as if he had said, you may take this for an assured thing, for a certain truth, that there is no Inchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel. as if he had said, you may take this for an assured thing, for a certain truth, that there is no Enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel. c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pn22 vmb vvi d p-acp dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt j n1, cst a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, d vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
12 We know that the names Jacob, and Israel, were both of them first given to him, who was the Father of those twelve Patriarchs, from whom were derived those twelve Tribes, of which the Jewish Nation was constituted. We know that the names Jacob, and Israel, were both of them First given to him, who was the Father of those twelve Patriarchs, from whom were derived those twelve Tribes, of which the Jewish nation was constituted. pns12 vvb cst dt n2 np1, cc np1, vbdr d pp-f pno32 ord vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, p-acp ro-crq vbdr vvn d crd n2, pp-f r-crq dt jp n1 vbds vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
13 The name Jacob signifies a Wrestler, or a Supplanter, and was given to him at first, upon occasion of his laying hold, of his Brother Esau 's heel, at his Birth, The name Jacob signifies a Wrestler, or a Supplanter, and was given to him At First, upon occasion of his laying hold, of his Brother Esau is heel, At his Birth, dt n1 np1 vvz dt n1, cc dt n-jn, cc vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp ord, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 vvg n1, pp-f po31 n1 np1 vbz n1, p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
14 and was further confirm'd to him afterwards, in the fitness of its signification, by his supplanting his Brother Esau, and depriving him, both of the Birth right, and of the Blessing; and was further confirmed to him afterwards, in the fitness of its signification, by his supplanting his Brother Esau, and depriving him, both of the Birth right, and of the Blessing; cc vbds av-jc vvn p-acp pno31 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n-vvg po31 n1 np1, cc vvg pno31, d pp-f dt n1 j-jn, cc pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
15 and also again in his famous wrestling with God by Faith, and Prayer, as well as with the Angel of God by bodily exercise; and also again in his famous wrestling with God by Faith, and Prayer, as well as with the Angel of God by bodily exercise; cc av av p-acp po31 j n-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
16 from the success of which wrestling, it also came to pass, that the other name here mention'd, the name of Israel, was given unto him, that is, a Prince with God, according to the words of the Angel, Gen. 32.28. from the success of which wrestling, it also Come to pass, that the other name Here mentioned, the name of Israel, was given unto him, that is, a Prince with God, according to the words of the Angel, Gen. 32.28. p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvg, pn31 av vvd pc-acp vvi, cst dt j-jn n1 av vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds vvn p-acp pno31, cst vbz, dt n1 p-acp np1, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
17 And he said, thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel, for as a Prince, hast thou power with God, And he said, thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel, for as a Prince, hast thou power with God, cc pns31 vvd, po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn av-dx av-dc np1, p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1, vh2 pns21 n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
18 and with Men, and hast prevailed. and with Men, and hast prevailed. cc p-acp n2, cc vh2 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
19 These names Jacob, and Israel, are here, as in many other places, used to denote the whole Nation, which derived from this person, there being nothing more common, both in Scripture, These names Jacob, and Israel, Are Here, as in many other places, used to denote the Whole nation, which derived from this person, there being nothing more Common, both in Scripture, d n2 np1, cc np1, vbr av, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2, vvd pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvd p-acp d n1, a-acp vbg pix av-dc j, av-d p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
20 and likewise in other Authors, than to call a Nation by the name of the Person, and likewise in other Authors, than to call a nation by the name of the Person, cc av p-acp j-jn n2, cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
21 or Persons, from whom it proceeded. or Persons, from whom it proceeded. cc n2, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
22 Now forasmuch as this Nation was the Church and peculiar People of God, above all the Nations of the World, according to that of the Psalmist, In Judah is God known, his name is great in Israel, at Salem also is his Tabernacle, and his dwelling-place in Sion; Now forasmuch as this nation was the Church and peculiar People of God, above all the nations of the World, according to that of the Psalmist, In Judah is God known, his name is great in Israel, At Salem also is his Tabernacle, and his dwelling-place in Sion; av av c-acp d n1 vbds dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1, p-acp np1 vbz np1 vvn, po31 n1 vbz j p-acp np1, p-acp np1 av vbz po31 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
23 he hath not dealt so with any Nation, that is, with any other Nation, neither have the Heathen the knowledge of his Law: he hath not dealt so with any nation, that is, with any other nation, neither have the Heathen the knowledge of his Law: pns31 vhz xx vvn av p-acp d n1, cst vbz, p-acp d j-jn n1, dx vhb dt j-jn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
24 For this reason it is, that by the names Jacob, and Israel, the Church of God in general, especially that, which we call the Invisible Church, the Church of the Faithful, of such as are what they profess themselves to be, For this reason it is, that by the names Jacob, and Israel, the Church of God in general, especially that, which we call the Invisible Church, the Church of the Faithful, of such as Are what they profess themselves to be, p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz, cst p-acp dt n2 np1, cc np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, av-j d, r-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j, pp-f d c-acp vbr r-crq pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
25 even real Believers, is to be understood, and even in this large sense, are these words, Jacob and Israel to be understood here in my Text, even real Believers, is to be understood, and even in this large sense, Are these words, Jacob and Israel to be understood Here in my Text, av j n2, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av p-acp d j n1, vbr d n2, np1 cc np1 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
26 even to denote all true Believers the Church of the Faithful throughout all Ages: even to denote all true Believers the Church of the Faithful throughout all Ages: av pc-acp vvi d j n2 dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
27 These are all, (1.) Jacob 's Wrestlers, and that both with relato God and also with relation to Men. These Are all, (1.) Jacob is Wrestlers, and that both with relato God and also with Relation to Men. d vbr d, (crd) np1 vbz n2, cc cst d p-acp n1 np1 cc av p-acp n1 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
28 1. They are wont to be Wrestlers with relation to God, by Faith and Prayer; 1. They Are wont to be Wrestlers with Relation to God, by Faith and Prayer; crd pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
29 they are not willing to give the Almighty any rest, until he establish Jerusalem, his Church in general, a praise in the Earth. they Are not willing to give the Almighty any rest, until he establish Jerusalem, his Church in general, a praise in the Earth. pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn d n1, c-acp pns31 vvb np1, po31 n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
30 2. They are Wrestlers with relation to Men, those that are the Enemies of God, and Christ, and true Goodness; 2. They Are Wrestlers with Relation to Men, those that Are the Enemies of God, and christ, and true goodness; crd pns32 vbr n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, d cst vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
31 as in Baptism they are inroll'd in the number of Christ's Souldiers, so they make it their business, to fight under his Banner, against the Devil, the World, as in Baptism they Are enrolled in the number of Christ's Soldiers, so they make it their business, to fight under his Banner, against the devil, the World, c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, av pns32 vvb pn31 po32 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
32 and the Flesh, which are his Enemies, and to acquit themselves well, in their spiritual Combate and Warfare; and the Flesh, which Are his Enemies, and to acquit themselves well, in their spiritual Combat and Warfare; cc dt n1, r-crq vbr po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi px32 av, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
33 for as the Seed of the Serpent, is an Enemy to the Seed of the Woman; for as the Seed of the Serpent, is an Enemy to the Seed of the Woman; c-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
34 so is the Seed of the Woman an Enemy to the Seed of the Serpent; so is the Seed of the Woman an Enemy to the Seed of the Serpent; av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
35 and they do in the issue get the Blessing from, and prevail against those carnal Esau 's, who tho' they're Brethren it may be, according to the Flesh, and they do in the issue get the Blessing from, and prevail against those carnal Esau is, who though They are Brothers it may be, according to the Flesh, cc pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp, cc vvi p-acp d j np1 vbz, r-crq cs pns32|vbr n2 pn31 vmb vbi, vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
36 yet bear an Enmity to them; yet bear an Enmity to them; av vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
37 yea they become at length more than Conquerors over all their spiritual Enemies, through Christ strengthening of them; which makes it evident, yea they become At length more than Conquerors over all their spiritual Enemies, through christ strengthening of them; which makes it evident, uh pns32 vvb p-acp n1 av-dc cs n2 p-acp d po32 j n2, p-acp np1 vvg pp-f pno32; r-crq vvz pn31 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
38 2. That all the true Members of the Church of Christ, are also Israel 's, such as have power with God, 2. That all the true Members of the Church of christ, Are also Israel is, such as have power with God, crd cst d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr av np1 vbz, d c-acp vhb n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
39 and with Men, and do prevail; and with Men, and do prevail; cc p-acp n2, cc vdb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
40 as they wrestle with God by Faith and Prayer, so through the Divine Grace and Condescention, they are wont to prevail with God by Faith and Prayer: as they wrestle with God by Faith and Prayer, so through the Divine Grace and Condescension, they Are wont to prevail with God by Faith and Prayer: c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
41 And as they wrestle and contend in the Cause of God against Sin, and sinful Men; And as they wrestle and contend in the Cause of God against since, and sinful Men; cc c-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
42 so they are wont to prevail, and to be Crowned as Conquerors at last, tho' it may be even by suffering; so they Are wont to prevail, and to be Crowned as Conquerors At last, though it may be even by suffering; av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp ord, cs pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
43 so that there is enough said for the explication of these two names here mentioned, Jacob and Israel. so that there is enough said for the explication of these two names Here mentioned, Jacob and Israel. av cst pc-acp vbz av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2 av vvn, np1 cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
44 Concerning these 'tis here said, that there is no Inchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel: Concerning these it's Here said, that there is no Enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any Divination against Israel: vvg d pn31|vbz av vvn, cst a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, d vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
45 Some read it, there is no Inchantment in Jacob, no Divination in Israel, to denote that God's People do abhor such wicked practices; some read it, there is no Enchantment in Jacob, no Divination in Israel, to denote that God's People do abhor such wicked practices; d vvb pn31, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi cst npg1 n1 vdb vvi d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
46 as in their Baptism they renounced the Devil, and all his Works; as in their Baptism they renounced the devil, and all his Works; c-acp p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvd dt n1, cc d po31 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
47 so they abhor the thoughts of entring into League with Hell, and of being at an agreement with destruction; so they abhor the thoughts of entering into League with Hell, and of being At an agreement with destruction; av pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc pp-f vbg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
48 they abhor such practices, wherein the Devil's assistance is required and expected. they abhor such practices, wherein the Devil's assistance is required and expected. pns32 vvb d n2, c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
49 But the plain and most obvious sense of the words seems to be this, That tho' the Devil and his Instruments may design the ruine and misery of the Church of God, But the plain and most obvious sense of the words seems to be this, That though the devil and his Instruments may Design the ruin and misery of the Church of God, p-acp dt j cc av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz pc-acp vbi d, cst cs dt n1 cc po31 n2 vmb n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
50 yet all the Contrivances and Machinations of wicked Men, yea tho' they take in the assistance of the Devil himself, yet all the Contrivances and Machinations of wicked Men, yea though they take in the assistance of the devil himself, av d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, uh cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
51 for their help, shall not prevail against the Church, so as to bring ruine and destruction upon it; for their help, shall not prevail against the Church, so as to bring ruin and destruction upon it; p-acp po32 n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
52 in this sense, to be sure, There is no Inchantment against Jacob, there is no Divination against Israel. in this sense, to be sure, There is no Enchantment against Jacob, there is no Divination against Israel. p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi j, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
53 'Tis added in my Text. (2.) According to this time, it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought? The properest sense and meaning of which words seems to be this; It's added in my Text. (2.) According to this time, it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought? The properest sense and meaning of which words seems to be this; pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po11 np1 (crd) vvg p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1, q-crq vhz np1 vvn? dt js n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq n2 vvz pc-acp vbi d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
54 That according to this instance here before us, wherein God did frustrate all the designs of Balak and Balaam, for the cursing of God's People in that Age, and bringing mischief upon them; That according to this instance Here before us, wherein God did frustrate all the designs of Balak and balaam, for the cursing of God's People in that Age, and bringing mischief upon them; cst vvg p-acp d n1 av p-acp pno12, c-crq np1 vdd vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
55 so he will deal with his Church and People throughout all Ages; so he will deal with his Church and People throughout all Ages; av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
56 God will repeat the same deliverance to his Church and People in all succeeding Ages, which he afforded in the instance before us; God will repeat the same deliverance to his Church and People in all succeeding Ages, which he afforded in the instance before us; np1 vmb vvi dt d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
57 so that God's People shall have reason to say, not only in that present Age, so that God's People shall have reason to say, not only in that present Age, av cst npg1 n1 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, xx av-j p-acp cst j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
58 but also in all Ages following, that God is one & the same to them, the same in Power, and Mercy, and Faithfulness; but also in all Ages following, that God is one & the same to them, the same in Power, and Mercy, and Faithfulness; cc-acp av p-acp d n2 vvg, cst np1 vbz crd cc dt d p-acp pno32, dt d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
59 according as 'twas said at this time, so it shall be said in all times following, by Jacob and Israel, What hath God wrought? according as 'twas said At this time, so it shall be said in all times following, by Jacob and Israel, What hath God wrought? vvg c-acp pn31|vbds vvn p-acp d n1, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 vvg, p-acp np1 cc np1, q-crq vhz np1 vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
60 So that the words thus explained, do afford unto us these three Notes, as a ground of further discourse. So that the words thus explained, do afford unto us these three Notes, as a ground of further discourse. av cst dt n2 av vvn, vdb vvi p-acp pno12 d crd n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
61 1. That it is, and hath been all along, and will be more or less to the end of the World, the wont and custom of the Devil, 1. That it is, and hath been all along, and will be more or less to the end of the World, the wont and custom of the devil, crd cst pn31 vbz, cc vhz vbn d a-acp, cc vmb vbi av-dc cc av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
62 and his Instruments, to contrive, and design the ruine and misery of the Church and People of God, and his Instruments, to contrive, and Design the ruin and misery of the Church and People of God, cc po31 n2, pc-acp vvi, cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
63 tho' by the wickedest means that can be thought of, or invented. though by the wickedest means that can be Thought of, or invented. cs p-acp dt js n2 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f, cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
64 2. That the Church and People of God are from time to time, and shall be to the end of the World delivered from, 2. That the Church and People of God Are from time to time, and shall be to the end of the World Delivered from, crd cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
65 and shall even prevail against the contrivances, and machinations of the Devil, and his Instruments. and shall even prevail against the contrivances, and machinations of the devil, and his Instruments. cc vmb av vvi p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
66 3. That the whole honour of this is to be ascribed to God, and must be acknowledged to be the effect of his power and operation. 3. That the Whole honour of this is to be ascribed to God, and must be acknowledged to be the Effect of his power and operation. crd cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
67 I shall resume these particulars, and a little consider them more particularly, in the same order in which I have propounded them. I begin with the first; I shall resume these particulars, and a little Consider them more particularly, in the same order in which I have propounded them. I begin with the First; pns11 vmb vvi d n2-j, cc dt j vvi pno32 av-dc av-jn, p-acp dt d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
68 That it is, and hath been all along, and will be to the end of the World, the wont and custom of the Devil, That it is, and hath been all along, and will be to the end of the World, the wont and custom of the devil, cst pn31 vbz, cc vhz vbn d a-acp, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
69 and his Instruments to contrive and design the ruine and misery of the Church and People of God, and his Instruments to contrive and Design the ruin and misery of the Church and People of God, cc po31 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
70 tho' it be by the wickedest means, that can be thought of or invented. though it be by the wickedest means, that can be Thought of or invented. cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt js n2, cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f cc vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
71 The History of all Times, and the many Books of Martyrology, which are extant, will confirm us in this. The History of all Times, and the many Books of Martyrology, which Are extant, will confirm us in this. dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
72 We have an Instance of this, in the most early Times of the World, in the case of Cain and Abel; Cain was of that wicked one, and slew his Brother; We have an Instance of this, in the most early Times of the World, in the case of Cain and Abel; Cain was of that wicked one, and slew his Brother; pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f d, p-acp dt ds av-j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1; np1 vbds pp-f cst j pi, cc vvd po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
73 and wherefore slew he him? 'twas because his own works were wicked, and his Brothers were righteous; and Wherefore slew he him? 'twas Because his own works were wicked, and his Brother's were righteous; cc q-crq vvd pns31 pno31? pn31|vbds p-acp po31 d n2 vbdr j, cc po31 n2 vbdr j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
74 as the Apostle gives account of this matter, 1 Joh. 3.12. as the Apostle gives account of this matter, 1 John 3.12. p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f d n1, crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
75 This was the main ground of the quarrel between them, that one was a true Believer, the Seed of the Woman, a true Member of the Church, This was the main ground of the quarrel between them, that one was a true Believer, the Seed of the Woman, a true Member of the Church, d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pi vbds dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
76 and the other was of the Seed of the Serpent, and nothing suitably could satisfie the Rancour, which Cain had conceived within himself, and the other was of the Seed of the Serpent, and nothing suitably could satisfy the Rancour, which Cain had conceived within himself, cc dt n-jn vbds pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pix av-j vmd vvi dt n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
77 but to persecute his Brother to the Death. but to persecute his Brother to the Death. cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
78 Thus Pharaoh set himself against the People of God, and was not satisfi'd with oppressing them by hard bondage and service, Thus Pharaoh Set himself against the People of God, and was not satisfied with oppressing them by hard bondage and service, av np1 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbds xx vvd p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp j n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
79 but at length took a course, which if it had prevail'd, would have destroy'd the whole Nation in one Age, but At length took a course, which if it had prevailed, would have destroyed the Whole nation in one Age, cc-acp p-acp n1 vvd dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vhd vvn, vmd vhi vvn dt j-jn n1 p-acp crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
80 and so the Church of God contain'd therein; and so the Church of God contained therein; cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
81 he bethought himself of that wicked course, of killing all the Male-Infants of the Israelites, as soon as they were born. he bethought himself of that wicked course, of killing all the Male-Infants of the Israelites, as soon as they were born. pns31 vvd px31 pp-f cst j n1, pp-f vvg d dt n2 pp-f dt np2, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
82 Thus it was likewise in the Instance here before us, to which my Text refers. Thus it was likewise in the Instance Here before us, to which my Text refers. av pn31 vbds av p-acp dt n1 av p-acp pno12, p-acp r-crq po11 n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
83 Balak would hire Balaam, to make use of the power of Witchery, and Divination, that is, to press and engage Hell it self, Balak would hire balaam, to make use of the power of Witchery, and Divination, that is, to press and engage Hell it self, np1 vmd vvi np1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 pn31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
84 and the powers of Darkness, to this work, of cursing the People of God and all to this purpose, that he might the more easily consume and destroy them. and the Powers of Darkness, to this work, of cursing the People of God and all to this purpose, that he might the more Easily consume and destroy them. cc dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc d p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd dt av-dc av-j vvi cc vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
85 Thus Haman laid a Plot not only against Mordecai, but also in order to the ruine of the whole Jewish Nation, that were then dispersed throughout the Persian-Monarchy, Thus Haman laid a Plot not only against Mordecai, but also in order to the ruin of the Whole Jewish nation, that were then dispersed throughout the Persian-Monarchy, av np1 vvd dt n1 xx av-j p-acp np1, p-acp av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn jp n1, cst vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
86 and this to be accomplisht by no less than an Universal Massacre. Thus the Primitive Christians did wade thro' a Sea of Blood to Heaven; and this to be accomplished by no less than an Universal Massacre. Thus the Primitive Christians did wade through a Sea of Blood to Heaven; cc d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dx dc cs dt j-u n1. av dt j np1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
87 being persecuted with infinite varieties of Torments in ten several Bloody Persecutions from the Heathens, besides what they endured from the unbelieving Jews, who were also their implacable Enemies. being persecuted with infinite varieties of Torments in ten several Bloody Persecutions from the heathens, beside what they endured from the unbelieving jews, who were also their implacable Enemies. vbg vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp crd j j n2 p-acp dt n2-jn, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt vvg np2, r-crq vbdr av po32 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
88 And the Blood of Protestants, that hath been shed by the Papists, hath by the account of some fallen nothing short of that Christian Blood, that was shed by Heathen Rome, in the first 300 Years of Christianity; And the Blood of Protestants, that hath been shed by the Papists, hath by the account of Some fallen nothing short of that Christian Blood, that was shed by Heathen Room, in the First 300 years of Christianity; cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt njp2, vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvn pix j pp-f d njp n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp j-jn vvi, p-acp dt ord crd n2 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
89 and we may find reason to believe it to be true, if we consider those many thousands that have been destroy'd by Burning, and we may find reason to believe it to be true, if we Consider those many thousands that have been destroyed by Burning, cc pns12 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi j, cs pns12 vvb d d crd cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
90 and Massacres, almost in all Nations of Europe, particularly, 60000 Protestants massacred in Paris, and other parts of France, in the last Age; and Massacres, almost in all nations of Europe, particularly, 60000 Protestants massacred in paris, and other parts of France, in the last Age; cc n2, av p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, av-j, crd n2 vvn p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
91 and 20000 barbarously murdered by the Papists in Ireland, in the memory of some here present. and 20000 barbarously murdered by the Papists in Ireland, in the memory of Some Here present. cc crd av-j vvn p-acp dt njp2 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
92 Add to this the Design of the Spanish Invasion in Eighty eight, which tended to the ruining and enslaving of the whole English Nation, Add to this the Design of the Spanish Invasion in Eighty eight, which tended to the ruining and enslaving of the Whole English nation, vvb p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1 p-acp crd crd, r-crq vvd p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j-jn jp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
93 and the barbarous Slaughter or all, that would not presently have bow'd down to the Idols of Rome and Spain. Add also the Design of this Day, which was, with one Blow, to destroy the King, and the barbarous Slaughter or all, that would not presently have bowed down to the Idols of Room and Spain. Add also the Design of this Day, which was, with one Blow, to destroy the King, cc dt j n1 cc d, cst vmd xx av-j vhi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc np1. vvb av dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbds, p-acp crd n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
94 and Royal Family, and all the Estates of our Kingdom, and in them to have destroy'd in effect the whole Nation, more especially the Church, and Royal Family, and all the Estates of our Kingdom, and in them to have destroyed in Effect the Whole nation, more especially the Church, cc j n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp pno32 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1, av-dc av-j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
95 and the Protestant Interest establisht therein. and the Protestant Interest established therein. cc dt n1 n1 vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
96 By all these Instances it doth abundantly appear as to the truth of the thing, That it is, and hath been all along, By all these Instances it does abundantly appear as to the truth of the thing, That it is, and hath been all along, p-acp d d n2 pn31 vdz av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vbz, cc vhz vbn d a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
97 and by consequence will be, more or less to the end of the World, the wont and custom of the Devil and his Instruments, to contrive and design the ruine and misery of the Church and People of God, and by consequence will be, more or less to the end of the World, the wont and custom of the devil and his Instruments, to contrive and Design the ruin and misery of the Church and People of God, cc p-acp n1 vmb vbi, av-dc cc av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
98 tho' by the wickedest and most barbarous means that can be thought of, or invented: though by the wickedest and most barbarous means that can be Thought of, or invented: cs p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f, cc vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
99 And we shall be further confirm'd in this, by considering the Reasons upon which this is founded, which are such as follow. And we shall be further confirmed in this, by considering the Reasons upon which this is founded, which Are such as follow. cc pns12 vmb vbi av-jc vvn p-acp d, p-acp vvg dt n2 p-acp r-crq d vbz vvn, r-crq vbr d c-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
100 1. The most universal ground and reason, is that everlasting Enmity, which is set and fixt, and that by God himself; 1. The most universal ground and reason, is that everlasting Enmity, which is Set and fixed, and that by God himself; crd dt av-ds j n1 cc n1, vbz d j n1, r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn, cc cst p-acp np1 px31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
101 between the two Seeds, the Seed of the Womon, and the Seed of the Serpent, that is, betwixt Christ and his Church on the one hand, between the two Seeds, the Seed of the Woman, and the Seed of the Serpent, that is, betwixt christ and his Church on the one hand, p-acp dt crd n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
102 and the Devil and his Angels, and all wicked Men, that are his Seed, on the other. and the devil and his Angels, and all wicked Men, that Are his Seed, on the other. cc dt n1 cc po31 n2, cc d j n2, cst vbr po31 n1, p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
103 This Enmity was fixt by God very early, even as soon as the Covenant was renewed with Mankind thro' Christ after the Apostacy of Adam, as you will find, Gen. 3.15. This Enmity was fixed by God very early, even as soon as the Covenant was renewed with Mankind through christ After the Apostasy of Adam, as you will find, Gen. 3.15. d n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 av av-j, av c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
104 where God saith to the Serpent, And I will put Enmity between thee and the Woman, where God Says to the Serpent, And I will put Enmity between thee and the Woman, c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno21 cc dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
105 and between thy Seed, and her Seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel. and between thy Seed, and her Seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel. cc p-acp po21 n1, cc po31 n1; pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
106 This was the main ground of the quarrel between Cain and Abel Cain kill'd his Brother Abel; his nearness in Blood could not save him from an hand of violence; This was the main ground of the quarrel between Cain and Abel Cain killed his Brother Abel; his nearness in Blood could not save him from an hand of violence; d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 np1 vvd po31 n1 np1; po31 n1 p-acp n1 vmd xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
107 and the fundamental reason was, because Cain 's works were evil, and his Brother's were righteous: and the fundamental reason was, Because Cain is works were evil, and his Brother's were righteous: cc dt j n1 vbds, c-acp np1 vbz n2 vbdr j-jn, cc po31 ng1 vbdr j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
108 And this hath suitably been the fundamental ground of all the Persecutions, and Massacres, and Burnings, And this hath suitably been the fundamental ground of all the Persecutions, and Massacres, and Burnings, cc d vhz av-j vbn dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2, cc n2, cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
109 and Violence, that ungodly Men, in all Ages, have exercis'd towards the Members of the Church, whatever else hath been pretended, as the reason of them. But yet; and Violence, that ungodly Men, in all Ages, have exercised towards the Members of the Church, whatever Else hath been pretended, as the reason of them. But yet; cc n1, cst j n2, p-acp d n2, vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av vhz vbn vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. p-acp av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
110 2. There are some other reasons that may be given of this matter; 2. There Are Some other Reasons that may be given of this matter; crd pc-acp vbr d j-jn n2 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
111 as (1.) Because that gracious persons are by their words and example, a continual reproof of the evil practices of wicked Men; as (1.) Because that gracious Persons Are by their words and Exampl, a continual reproof of the evil practices of wicked Men; c-acp (crd) p-acp cst j n2 vbr p-acp po32 n2 cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
112 they do by their words and example, reprove their Superstitions and Idolatries, in matters of Religion, and their Hypocrisie therein; they do by their words and Exampl, reprove their Superstitions and Idolatries, in matters of Religion, and their Hypocrisy therein; pns32 vdb p-acp po32 n2 cc n1, vvb po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc po32 n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
113 as also their Wickedness and Profaneness in life and practice; and this wicked Men cannot bear; as also their Wickedness and Profaneness in life and practice; and this wicked Men cannot bear; c-acp av po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; cc d j n2 vmbx vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
114 they look upon such kind of reproof to be no better than a reproach; and therefore are apt to revenge it by any kind of violent practice whatsoever. they look upon such kind of reproof to be no better than a reproach; and Therefore Are apt to revenge it by any kind of violent practice whatsoever. pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dx jc cs dt n1; cc av vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1 r-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
115 Thus God's Attestation, which he gave to Abel 's faith and sincerity in his Worship which he offer'd to God, was that, which provoked Cain to that violent dealing, which he afterwards expressed towards his Brother. Thus God's Attestation, which he gave to Abel is faith and sincerity in his Worship which he offered to God, was that, which provoked Cain to that violent dealing, which he afterwards expressed towards his Brother. av npg1 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, vbds d, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp cst j n-vvg, r-crq pns31 av vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
116 Thus the Christians in the Primitive times, disowning and reproving the Idols, that did then so much abound in the Heathen World, did provoke the Heathens so much to persecute them to the death. Thus the Christians in the Primitive times, disowning and reproving the Idols, that did then so much abound in the Heathen World, did provoke the heathens so much to persecute them to the death. av dt np1 p-acp dt j n2, vvg cc vvg dt n2, cst vdd av av av-d vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, vdd vvi dt n2-jn av av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
117 And thus the Protestants reproving and disowning the Superstitious and Idolatrous practices of the Papists, is that which hath especially stirr'd up the Papists to all their Cruelties against them. And thus the Protestants reproving and disowning the Superstitious and Idolatrous practices of the Papists, is that which hath especially stirred up the Papists to all their Cruelties against them. cc av dt n2 vvg cc vvg dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt njp2, vbz d r-crq vhz av-j vvn a-acp dt njp2 p-acp d po32 n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
118 2. Another ground is an inconsistency, it may be, in temporal interests and concerns; wicked Men do make Self their God, and Self-interest their Diana, which they chiefly adore; 2. another ground is an inconsistency, it may be, in temporal interests and concerns; wicked Men do make Self their God, and Self-interest their Diana, which they chiefly adore; crd j-jn n1 vbz dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp j n2 cc vvz; j n2 vdb vvi n1 po32 n1, cc n1 po32 np1, r-crq pns32 av-jn vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
119 when therefore this is crost by any one, tho' it be done no other way, when Therefore this is crossed by any one, though it be done no other Way, c-crq av d vbz vvn p-acp d crd, cs pn31 vbb vdn dx j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
120 but by the performance of necessary duty, they are hereupon apt to be provok'd to endeavour Revenge, but by the performance of necessary duty, they Are hereupon apt to be provoked to endeavour Revenge, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
121 tho' in the most cruel way and manner. though in the most cruel Way and manner. cs p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
122 Thus that which provok'd Balak to procure Balaam to curse the People of Israel, was a fear lest they should disturb him in his Kingdom and Government: Thus that which provoked Balak to procure balaam to curse the People of Israel, was a Fear lest they should disturb him in his Kingdom and Government: av cst r-crq vvd np1 pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds dt n1 cs pns32 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
123 And that which hath especially provok'd the Popish Party against the Protestants, is because that by their Doctrine they touch the Pope's Crown, and the Fryers Bellies; And that which hath especially provoked the Popish Party against the Protestants, is Because that by their Doctrine they touch the Pope's Crown, and the Friars Bellies; cc cst r-crq vhz av-j vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, vbz p-acp d p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvb dt ng1 n1, cc dt n2 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
124 if these had been let alone, as some have observed, Luther had not met with such opposition in his Preaching. if these had been let alone, as Some have observed, Luther had not met with such opposition in his Preaching. cs d vhd vbn vvn av-j, c-acp d vhb vvn, np1 vhd xx vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
125 Thus England 's standing of old in the way of the Ambition of Spain, and its standing of late in the way of the Ambition of France, hath been the main ground of England 's Troubles from Spain formerly, Thus England is standing of old in the Way of the Ambition of Spain, and its standing of late in the Way of the Ambition of France, hath been the main ground of England is Troubles from Spain formerly, av np1 vbz vvg pp-f j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 vvg pp-f j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvz p-acp np1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
126 and now from France; so that if we consider these particulars, it will appear to be no matter of wonder, That 'tis, and hath been all along, and now from France; so that if we Consider these particulars, it will appear to be no matter of wonder, That it's, and hath been all along, cc av p-acp np1; av cst cs pns12 vvb d n2-j, pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dx n1 pp-f n1, cst pn31|vbz, cc vhz vbn d a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
127 and by consequence will be to the end of the World, the custom of the Devil and his Instruments, to contrive, and by consequence will be to the end of the World, the custom of the devil and his Instruments, to contrive, cc p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2, pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
128 and design the ruine and misery of the People and Church of God, though by the wickedest means that can be thought of, or invented: But I have further added, and Design the ruin and misery of the People and Church of God, though by the wickedest means that can be Thought of, or invented: But I have further added, cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp dt js n2 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f, cc vvd: cc-acp pns11 vhb jc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
129 2. That the Church and People of God are from time to time, and shall be to the end of the World, delivered from, 2. That the Church and People of God Are from time to time, and shall be to the end of the World, Delivered from, crd cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
130 and shall prevail against the Contrivances and Machinations of the Devil, and his Instruments. and shall prevail against the Contrivances and Machinations of the devil, and his Instruments. cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
131 'Tis true indeed, and must be acknowledged, that particular persons, who are real Members of the Church of Christ, may be, It's true indeed, and must be acknowledged, that particular Persons, who Are real Members of the Church of christ, may be, pn31|vbz j av, cc vmb vbi vvn, cst j n2, r-crq vbr j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
132 and often have been brought to untimely Ends, by the machinations and contrivances of wicked Men in this kind; and often have been brought to untimely Ends, by the machinations and contrivances of wicked Men in this kind; cc av vhb vbn vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
133 this is suitable to all History & Experience; and the Apostle confirms it, Rom. 8.36. quoting it out of Psal. 44.22. As it is written, for thy sake are we killed all the day long; this is suitable to all History & Experience; and the Apostle confirms it, Rom. 8.36. quoting it out of Psalm 44.22. As it is written, for thy sake Are we killed all the day long; d vbz j p-acp d n1 cc n1; cc dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. vvg pn31 av pp-f np1 crd. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp po21 n1 vbr pns12 vvn d dt n1 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
134 we are accounted as Sheep for the slaughtor; by which words he proves, that tribulation, and distress, and persecution, and famine, and nakedness, we Are accounted as Sheep for the slaughtor; by which words he Proves, that tribulation, and distress, and persecution, and famine, and nakedness, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp r-crq n2 pns31 vvz, cst n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
135 and peril, and sword, may be the portion of the People of God; as he saith in the verse before; and peril, and sword, may be the portion of the People of God; as he Says in the verse before; cc n1, cc n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
136 this is evident likewise from what is said, Heb. 11.36, 37. Others had tryal of cruel mockings and scourgings, this is evident likewise from what is said, Hebrew 11.36, 37. Others had trial of cruel mockings and scourgings, d vbz j av p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, np1 crd, crd ng2-jn vhn n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
137 yea moreover of bonds and imprisonments; they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword; yea moreover of bonds and imprisonments; they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slave with the sword; uh av pp-f n2 cc n2; pns32 vbdr vvn, pns32 vbdr vvn av, vbdr vvn, vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
138 they wandred about in Sheep-skins, and Goat-skins, being destitute, afflicted, tormented, &c. But even in this case there are two things very considerable; they wandered about in Sheepskins, and Goatskins, being destitute, afflicted, tormented, etc. But even in this case there Are two things very considerable; pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp n2, cc n2, vbg j, j-vvn, j-vvn, av p-acp av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
139 1. That as to such as are persecuted thus to death, they are hereby but hastened to the enjoyment of a blessed Immortality, even as Abel was; 1. That as to such as Are persecuted thus to death, they Are hereby but hastened to the enjoyment of a blessed Immortality, even as Abel was; crd cst c-acp p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn av p-acp n1, pns32 vbr av cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, av c-acp np1 vbds; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
140 tho' they may lose their Heads in the quarrel, yet they do not lose their Crown, though they may loose their Heads in the quarrel, yet they do not loose their Crown, cs pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
141 but enjoy it so much the sooner; but enjoy it so much the sooner; cc-acp vvb pn31 av av-d dt av-c; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
142 nay in all these things, saith the Apostle, we are more than Conquerors, thro' him that hath loved us, Rom. 8.37. 2. 'Tis farther observable, that the Kingdom of Christ is generally the more encreased, nay in all these things, Says the Apostle, we Are more than Conquerors, through him that hath loved us, Rom. 8.37. 2. It's farther observable, that the Kingdom of christ is generally the more increased, uh-x p-acp d d n2, vvz dt n1, pns12 vbr av-dc cs n2, p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd. crd pn31|vbz jc j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j dt av-dc j-vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
143 and inlarged, occasionally from such persecutions; Sanguis Martyrum est semen Ecclesiae; 'twas an old observation, that the Blood of Martyrs was the seed of the Church: and enlarged, occasionally from such persecutions; Sanguis Martyrs est semen Ecclesiae; 'twas an old observation, that the Blood of Martyrs was the seed of the Church: cc vvn, av-j p-acp d n2; fw-la np1 fw-fr n2 np1; pn31|vbds dt j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
144 This Tertullian tells the Heathens, in his Apology, the more we Christians are mow'd down by the sickle of death, the more we are increased, This Tertullian tells the heathens, in his Apology, the more we Christians Are mowed down by the fickle of death, the more we Are increased, d np1 vvz dt n2-jn, p-acp po31 n1, dt av-dc pns12 np1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt av-dc pns12 vbr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
145 and grow up the thicker hereby: But, and grow up the thicker hereby: But, cc vvb a-acp dt jc av: cc-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
146 2. It must be allow'd further, that as for particular Churches, they may possibly be utterly destroy'd and scatter'd by the violence of Persecution; 2. It must be allowed further, that as for particular Churches, they may possibly be utterly destroyed and scattered by the violence of Persecution; crd pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-jc, cst c-acp p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb av-j vbi av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
147 for God hath not given his promise to any particular Church, whether Congregational, Provincial, or National, that it shall always continue in the state of a true Church of God; for God hath not given his promise to any particular Church, whither Congregational, Provincial, or National, that it shall always continue in the state of a true Church of God; p-acp np1 vhz xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp d j n1, cs j, j-jn, cc j, cst pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
148 but then 'tis to be considered, 1. That God doth long preserve some National and Provincial Churches, notwithstanding all designs and machinations to the contrary; but then it's to be considered, 1. That God does long preserve Some National and Provincial Churches, notwithstanding all designs and machinations to the contrary; cc-acp av pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, crd cst np1 vdz av-j vvi d j cc j-jn n2, c-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
149 of which our Church of England hath been hitherto a singular, and standing Instance. 2. When at any time he suffers the destruction of any particular Church, 'tis because of some great provocations from that Church preceding; of which our Church of England hath been hitherto a singular, and standing Instance. 2. When At any time he suffers the destruction of any particular Church, it's Because of Some great provocations from that Church preceding; pp-f r-crq po12 n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av dt j, cc vvg n1. crd c-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, pn31|vbz p-acp pp-f d j n2 p-acp d n1 vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
150 as he threatens the Church of Ephesus to remove her Candlestick, because of her forsaking her first love, Rev. 2.4, 5. which threatning hath been since so fully accomplisht, that, as he threatens the Church of Ephesus to remove her Candlestick, Because of her forsaking her First love, Rev. 2.4, 5. which threatening hath been since so Fully accomplished, that, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp pp-f po31 vvg po31 ord n1, n1 crd, crd r-crq j-vvg vhz vbn a-acp av av-j vvn, cst, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
151 as a late Writer observes unto us, there is not one Christian Family now to be found in Ephesus. 3. When at any time it so falls out, that particular Churches are disperst and destroy'd by the violence of Persecution, as a late Writer observes unto us, there is not one Christian Family now to be found in Ephesus. 3. When At any time it so falls out, that particular Churches Are dispersed and destroyed by the violence of Persecution, c-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbz xx pi np1 n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. crd c-crq p-acp d n1 pn31 av vvz av, cst j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
152 yet even this falls out oftentimes to the good and benefit of the Universal Church, yet even this falls out oftentimes to the good and benefit of the Universal Church, av av d vvz av av p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f dt j-u n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
153 and the greater spreading of it, those that are disperst by Persecution, spreading the Gospel for which they are persecuted so much the more, where ever they go; and the greater spreading of it, those that Are dispersed by Persecution, spreading the Gospel for which they Are persecuted so much the more, where ever they go; cc dt jc n-vvg pp-f pn31, d cst vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn av av-d dt av-dc, c-crq av pns32 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
154 as happen'd upon occasion of the persecution, that was rais'd against Stephen, Act. 8.4. 'tis said, that they that were scatter'd abroad upon that occasion, went every where preaching the Word. as happened upon occasion of the persecution, that was raised against Stephen, Act. 8.4. it's said, that they that were scattered abroad upon that occasion, went every where preaching the Word. c-acp vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp np1, n1 crd. pn31|vbz vvn, cst pns32 cst vbdr vvn av p-acp d n1, vvd d c-crq vvg dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
155 And 'tis the observation of some, that the Turks breaking into Europe, caused several of the Greek Church, who were endow'd with much more Learning than was ordinarily found in the Latin Church, to betake themselves towards the Western parts of Europe; and this, amongst other things, made way for the Reformation that followed, And it's the observation of Some, that the Turks breaking into Europe, caused several of the Greek Church, who were endowed with much more Learning than was ordinarily found in the Latin Church, to betake themselves towards the Western parts of Europe; and this, among other things, made Way for the Reformation that followed, cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n2 vvg p-acp np1, vvd j pp-f dt jp n1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d dc n1 cs vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt jp n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1; cc d, p-acp j-jn n2, vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 16
156 and this may serve for the case of particular Churches. But then, and this may serve for the case of particular Churches. But then, cc d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. p-acp av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 16
157 3. As for the case of the Universal Church, certain it is, that no Persecution shall ever be able to destroy it, 3. As for the case of the Universal Church, certain it is, that no Persecution shall ever be able to destroy it, crd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-u n1, j pn31 vbz, cst dx n1 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
158 and root it out of the World; God hath founded his Church upon a Rock; and root it out of the World; God hath founded his Church upon a Rock; cc vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1; np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
159 Thou art Peter, saith Christ, and upon this Rock of thy confession, that I am the Son of God, will I build my Church, Thou art Peter, Says christ, and upon this Rock of thy Confessi, that I am the Son of God, will I built my Church, pns21 vb2r np1, vvz np1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
160 & the Gates of Hell, all the Power, that is, and the Policy of Hell, shall never be able to prevail against it. & the Gates of Hell, all the Power, that is, and the Policy of Hell, shall never be able to prevail against it. cc dt n2 pp-f n1, d dt n1, cst vbz, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
161 'Tis the original promise of God, that as the Seed of the Serpent shall be suffered to bruise the heel of the Woman, It's the original promise of God, that as the Seed of the Serpent shall be suffered to bruise the heel of the Woman, pn31|vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
162 and her Seed, that is, that part of it that is here upon Earth; so the Seed of the Woman shall bruise the Serpents head; and her Seed, that is, that part of it that is Here upon Earth; so the Seed of the Woman shall bruise the Serpents head; cc po31 n1, cst vbz, cst n1 pp-f pn31 cst vbz av p-acp n1; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
163 so that in the issue, the Church of God in general is sure to be delivered from, so that in the issue, the Church of God in general is sure to be Delivered from, av cst p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
164 and to prevail against the contrivances and machinations of the Devil, and his Instruments, according as the Apostle saith, Behold God shall tread Satan under your feet shortly. and to prevail against the contrivances and machinations of the devil, and his Instruments, according as the Apostle Says, Behold God shall tread Satan under your feet shortly. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz, vvb np1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po22 n2 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
165 And this is confirm'd by all History and Experience. And this is confirmed by all History and Experience. cc d vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
166 Thus the Church of God was at length delivered out of Egyptian Bondage, and Pharaoh, and his Host, who had persecuted the Israelites, and drowned their Infants, were drowned in the Red Sea. Thus God turned Balak 's design of a Curse upon Israel into a Blessing. Thus the Church of God was At length Delivered out of Egyptian Bondage, and Pharaoh, and his Host, who had persecuted the Israelites, and drowned their Infants, were drowned in the Read Sea. Thus God turned Balak is Design of a Curse upon Israel into a Blessing. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp n1 vvn av pp-f jp n1, cc np1, cc po31 n1, r-crq vhd vvn dt np2, cc vvn po32 n2, vbdr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 av np1 vvd np1 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
167 Thus the Jews were delivered from Haman 's design'd Massacre, & Haman and his Sons were hanged upon the Gibbet that was prepared for Mordecai. Thus Christianity was at length delivered from the Persecutions of Heathen Idolaters, Thus the jews were Delivered from Haman is designed Massacre, & Haman and his Sons were hanged upon the Gibbet that was prepared for Mordecai. Thus Christianity was At length Delivered from the Persecutions of Heathen Idolaters, av dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 vbz vvn n1, cc np1 cc po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp np1. av np1 vbds p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
168 and the Heathens Idolatry was soon banisht out of the Roman Empire. and the heathens Idolatry was soon banished out of the Roman Empire. cc dt n2-jn n1 vbds av vvn av pp-f dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
169 Thus the effect of the miscarrying design of the Spaniards in Eighty eight, was, that it brought such a declension upon their Power, Thus the Effect of the miscarrying Design of the Spanish in Eighty eight, was, that it brought such a declension upon their Power, av dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp crd crd, vbds, cst pn31 vvd d dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
170 as from which they have not recovered even to this day. as from which they have not recovered even to this day. c-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn av p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
171 Thus some have observed, that the Massacres in France were followed with a quick and wonderfully reviving of the Protestant Interest in that Nation, Thus Some have observed, that the Massacres in France were followed with a quick and wonderfully reviving of the Protestant Interest in that nation, av d vhb vvn, cst dt n2 p-acp np1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j cc av-j vvg pp-f dt n1 n1 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
172 & with miserable calamities upon the Popish party therein; and what was the effect of the Barbarity of the Irish Papists in their Rebellion, & with miserable calamities upon the Popish party therein; and what was the Effect of the Barbarity of the Irish Papists in their Rebellion, cc p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1 av; cc q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt jp njp2 p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
173 but miserable ruine upon themselves, and their Families? Thus to conclude, we were at this day, delivered from the intended ruine and destruction by Gun-powder, but miserable ruin upon themselves, and their Families? Thus to conclude, we were At this day, Delivered from the intended ruin and destruction by Gunpowder, cc-acp j n1 p-acp px32, cc po32 n2? av pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbdr p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
174 and the Conspirators brought a just Execution upon themselves, and Ruine upon their own Families; and the Conspirators brought a just Execution upon themselves, and Ruin upon their own Families; cc dt n2 vvd dt j n1 p-acp px32, cc n1 p-acp po32 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
175 and which is more yet, the effect was, that it hath caused Popery to be much more abhorr'd ever since by the generality of this Nation: and which is more yet, the Effect was, that it hath caused Popery to be much more abhorred ever since by the generality of this nation: cc r-crq vbz av-dc av, dt n1 vbds, cst pn31 vhz vvn n1 pc-acp vbi av-d av-dc vvn av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
176 By all which Instances, tis abundan tly made good, That the Church of God hath been from time time, By all which Instances, this abundan tly made good, That the Church of God hath been from time time, p-acp d r-crq n2, pn31|vbz n1 av-j vvd j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn p-acp n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
177 and therefore shall be, no doubt, to the end of the World, delivered from, and shall prevail against the contrivances and machinations of the Devil, and his Instruments. and Therefore shall be, no doubt, to the end of the World, Delivered from, and shall prevail against the contrivances and machinations of the devil, and his Instruments. cc av vmb vbi, dx n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
178 Now if the ground and reason of this should be inquired, we have a sufficient account of it in the Now if the ground and reason of this should be inquired, we have a sufficient account of it in the av cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vmd vbi vvn, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
179 3d Note before observ'd, That the whole honour of this matter is to be ascribed to God, 3d Note before observed, That the Whole honour of this matter is to be ascribed to God, crd n1 a-acp vvn, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
180 and it must be acknowledged to be the effect of his Power and Operation. and it must be acknowledged to be the Effect of his Power and Operation. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
181 This is clearly intimated in the words of my Text, According to this time it shall be said of Jacob, and of Israel, What hath God wrought? The Deliverance of God's People from time to time, is the work of God, This is clearly intimated in the words of my Text, According to this time it shall be said of Jacob, and of Israel, What hath God wrought? The Deliverance of God's People from time to time, is the work of God, d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, vvg p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, cc pp-f np1, q-crq vhz np1 vvn? dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
182 and the effect of his Power; and therefore to him alone is the honour and glory hereof to be ascribed. and the Effect of his Power; and Therefore to him alone is the honour and glory hereof to be ascribed. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc av p-acp pno31 av-j vbz dt n1 cc n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
183 'Tis true indeed, in subordination to God, there may be some other account given of this matter, It's true indeed, in subordination to God, there may be Some other account given of this matter, pn31|vbz j av, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vmb vbi d j-jn n1 vvn pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
184 why God should do thus much for his Church, and that we have intimated likewise in my Text, the Church of God is here said to be Jacob and Israel; whereby is signified, why God should do thus much for his Church, and that we have intimated likewise in my Text, the Church of God is Here said to be Jacob and Israel; whereby is signified, c-crq np1 vmd vdi av av-d c-acp po31 n1, cc cst pns12 vhb vvn av p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi np1 cc np1; c-crq vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
185 1. That they are God's Covenanted People, a People that have a Covenant-Relation to God, 1. That they Are God's Covenanted People, a People that have a Covenant relation to God, crd cst pns32 vbr np1|vbz vvn n1, dt n1 cst vhb dt n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
186 and a Covenant Interest in him, to whom he hath made many gracious Promises, and hath confirmed them by his Word and Oath, which are two immutable things, in which 'tis impossible for God to lye. and a Covenant Interest in him, to whom he hath made many gracious Promises, and hath confirmed them by his Word and Oath, which Are two immutable things, in which it's impossible for God to lie. cc dt n1 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn d j vvz, cc vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr crd j n2, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
187 2. They are a praying wrestling People; 2. They Are a praying wrestling People; crd pns32 vbr dt n-vvg j-vvg n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 19
188 they are Jacobs, they are such as give the Almighty no rest, & therefore suitably as for such as thus cry day and night unto him; they Are Jacobs, they Are such as give the Almighty no rest, & Therefore suitably as for such as thus cry day and night unto him; pns32 vbr np1, pns32 vbr d c-acp vvi dt j-jn dx n1, cc av av-j c-acp p-acp d c-acp av vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 19
189 as 'tis said by Christ in the Parable, He will, tho, he seems to defer Deliverance, yet avenge them speedily: Whence as it's said by christ in the Parable, He will, though, he seems to defer Deliverance, yet avenge them speedily: Whence c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb, av, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1, av vvb pno32 av-j: c-crq (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 19
190 3. It follows, that they are wont to be Israels, such as have power with God, and Man, and do prevail; 3. It follows, that they Are wont to be Israel's, such as have power with God, and Man, and do prevail; crd pn31 vvz, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi npg1, d c-acp vhb n1 p-acp np1, cc n1, cc vdb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 19
191 they have an Interest in God, in his Power, and Mercy, in his Attributes, and Promises: they have an Interest in God, in his Power, and Mercy, in his Attributes, and Promises: pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1, cc n1, p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 19
192 No wonder then, if he do in due time, create Deliverances for them; No wonder then, if he do in due time, create Deliverances for them; uh-dx n1 av, cs pns31 vdb p-acp j-jn n1, vvb n2 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 19
193 and therefore suitably not unto us, not unto us, but to God alone, be the praise of all his Delivering Mercy. More especially, and Therefore suitably not unto us, not unto us, but to God alone, be the praise of all his Delivering Mercy. More especially, cc av av-j xx p-acp pno12, xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp np1 av-j, vbb dt n1 pp-f d po31 vvg n1. av-dc av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 19
194 1. Of this great Mercy and Deliverance, which he bestowed as on this day to our Forefathers, 1. Of this great Mercy and Deliverance, which he bestowed as on this day to our Forefathers, crd pp-f d j n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 19
195 and in them upon us, a mercy which contained many singular mercies in the bowels of it, and in them upon us, a mercy which contained many singular Mercies in the bowels of it, cc p-acp pno32 p-acp pno12, dt n1 r-crq vvd d j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 19
196 even the enjoyment of whatsoever is desirable, to make our Lives comfortable here in this World, even the enjoyment of whatsoever is desirable, to make our Lives comfortable Here in this World, av dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j av p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 19
197 or in order to the securing of our Eternal Welfare in that other World. But farther, or in order to the securing of our Eternal Welfare in that other World. But farther, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp d j-jn n1. p-acp jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 19
198 2. We have reason to bless God, that he hath still continued to us, the fruit and benefit of this days Deliverance, in the enjoyment of the Gospel, together with the enjoyment of our Lives, Liberties and Properties, notwithstanding all the Designs of the Popish Party to the contray. 2. We have reason to bless God, that he hath still continued to us, the fruit and benefit of this days Deliverance, in the enjoyment of the Gospel, together with the enjoyment of our Lives, Liberties and Properties, notwithstanding all the Designs of the Popish Party to the country. crd pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cst pns31 vhz av vvn p-acp pno12, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, n2 cc n2, c-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
199 We know that 'twas not long since, that a Conclamatum est was ready to be pronounced upon our Religion, Liberty and Properties, We know that 'twas not long since, that a conclamatum est was ready to be pronounced upon our Religion, Liberty and Properties, pns12 vvb cst pn31|vbds xx av-j a-acp, cst dt np1 fw-fr vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, n1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
200 and that not only by our Enemies, in a way of exulting, but also by our selves, in a way of diffidence and despondency. and that not only by our Enemies, in a Way of exulting, but also by our selves, in a Way of diffidence and despondency. cc cst xx av-j p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc-acp av p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
201 And we know farther, that there is a Party mixt every where amongst us even in our very Bowels, who desire, And we know farther, that there is a Party mixed every where among us even in our very Bowels, who desire, cc pns12 vvb av-jc, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd d c-crq p-acp pno12 av p-acp po12 j n2, r-crq n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
202 and as far as they can, & dare, are plotting, and contriving in effect, that thus it may be still; and as Far as they can, & Dare, Are plotting, and contriving in Effect, that thus it may be still; cc c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb, cc vvb, vbr vvg, cc vvg p-acp n1, cst av pn31 vmb vbi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
203 and this, altho' 'tis more than probable, that by seeking the Ruine of the Nation in general, and this, although it's more than probable, that by seeking the Ruin of the nation in general, cc d, cs pn31|vbz dc cs j, cst p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
204 and the present Establishment, they do but hew at the Bow, upon which they themselves do stand, and the present Establishment, they do but hew At the Bow, upon which they themselves do stand, cc dt j n1, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 px32 vdb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
205 and which, falling, may in the issue prove their own Ruine. and which, falling, may in the issue prove their own Ruin. cc r-crq, vvg, vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb po32 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
206 But blessed be God, who hath hitherto so far appeared for us, a sinful undeserving People, But blessed be God, who hath hitherto so Far appeared for us, a sinful undeserving People, p-acp vvn vbb np1, r-crq vhz av av av-j vvd p-acp pno12, dt j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
207 as to raise us up a Temporal Saviour, and deliver in the nick of time; as to raise us up a Temporal Saviour, and deliver in the neck of time; c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
208 and hath hitherto afforded unto him, the same Mercy, that Jacob takes notice of, as afforded to Joseph; as you will find, Gen. 49.23, 24. The Archers have sorely grieved him, and hath hitherto afforded unto him, the same Mercy, that Jacob Takes notice of, as afforded to Joseph; as you will find, Gen. 49.23, 24. The Archers have sorely grieved him, cc vhz av vvn p-acp pno31, dt d n1, cst np1 vvz n1 pp-f, a-acp vvd p-acp np1; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd, crd dt n2 vhb av-j vvn pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
209 and shot at him, and hated him; and shot At him, and hated him; cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
210 but his Bow hath hitherto abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong, by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob. And we may hope, that 'tis not for nothing, that God hath hitherto delivered our King, from so many Deaths and Dangers, but his Bow hath hitherto Abided in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong, by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob. And we may hope, that it's not for nothing, that God hath hitherto Delivered our King, from so many Death's and Dangers, cc-acp po31 n1 vhz av vvd p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbdr vvn j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc pns12 vmb vvi, cst pn31|vbz xx p-acp pix, cst np1 vhz av vvn po12 n1, p-acp av d n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
211 but that the design of God, in these gracious Providences, is to reserve and use him still, in his due time, but that the Design of God, in these gracious Providences, is to reserve and use him still, in his due time, cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n2, vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 av, p-acp po31 j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
212 as an Instrument, for our more full deliverance from all our Fears and Dangers; as an Instrument, for our more full deliverance from all our Fears and Dangers; c-acp dt n1, p-acp po12 av-dc j n1 p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
213 and suitably, as the Deliverances, that we have already received, do engage us to, such Instances of real Holiness and Conformity to God's Will, and suitably, as the Deliverances, that we have already received, do engage us to, such Instances of real Holiness and Conformity to God's Will, cc av-j, c-acp dt n2, cst pns12 vhb av vvn, vdb vvi pno12 p-acp, d n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
214 and to such hearty, and thorow Reformation, as may express our Thankfulness to God, for Mercies already received, and to such hearty, and thorough Reformation, as may express our Thankfulness to God, for mercies already received, cc p-acp d j, cc p-acp n1, c-acp vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp n2 av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
215 and restrain us from taking occasion from past Mercies, to sin the more against God, as too many have done; and restrain us from taking occasion from past mercies, to sin the more against God, as too many have done; cc vvb pno12 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi dt av-dc p-acp np1, c-acp av d vhb vdn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
216 as if they thought themselves delivered on purpose, to do all these Abominations: as if they Thought themselves Delivered on purpose, to do all these Abominations: c-acp cs pns32 vvd px32 vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vdi d d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
217 So if God shall (as we hope he will) make use of our King, So if God shall (as we hope he will) make use of our King, av cs np1 vmb (c-acp pns12 vvb pns31 vmb) vvb n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
218 as a means yet more fully to deliver us out of the hands of our Enemies; as a means yet more Fully to deliver us out of the hands of our Enemies; c-acp dt n2 av av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
219 we should in the mean time resolve seriously, in the strength of God, that the issue and effect shall be, that hereupon we will serve him, in Holiness and Righteousness before him all the days of our lives; we should in the mean time resolve seriously, in the strength of God, that the issue and Effect shall be, that hereupon we will serve him, in Holiness and Righteousness before him all the days of our lives; pns12 vmd p-acp dt j n1 vvi av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi, cst av pns12 vmb vvi pno31, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20
220 according to the prayer of holy Zechary to this purpose, That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hands of our Enemies, might serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness, &c. Which God of his mercy grant, &c. FINIS. according to the prayer of holy Zechariah to this purpose, That he would grant unto us, that we being Delivered out of the hands of our Enemies, might serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness, etc. Which God of his mercy grant, etc. FINIS. vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vbg vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, av r-crq np1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi, av fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 20

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