The perfection of the evangelical revelation, a sermon preached at St. Martins in the Fields, Nov. 4. 1695 being the eighth and last of the lecture for that year, founded by the honourable Robert Boyle, Esquire / by John Williams ...

Williams, John, 1636?-1709
Publisher: Printed for Ri Chiswell and Tho Cockerill senr junr
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1696
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A66407 ESTC ID: R11520 STC ID: W2716
Subject Headings: Church of England; Revelation; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 HEB. 1.1, 2. God who at sundry times, and in divers manners spake in time past unto the Fathers by the Prophets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, &c. IN which words (as I have shewed) there is. HEBREW. 1.1, 2. God who At sundry times, and in diverse manners spoke in time passed unto the Father's by the prophets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, etc. IN which words (as I have showed) there is. n1. crd, crd np1 r-crq p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j n2 vvd p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp r-crq n2 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) pc-acp vbz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 1. A Description of Revelation, 'tis God's speaking. 2. The Certainty of such a Revelation, God spake, 'tis taken for granted. 1. A Description of Revelation, it's God's speaking. 2. The Certainty of such a Revelation, God spoke, it's taken for granted. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz npg1 vvg. crd dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 vvd, pn31|vbz vvn c-acp vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
2 3. The Order observed in it, it was at sundry times. 4. The Perfection and Completion of all; 3. The Order observed in it, it was At sundry times. 4. The Perfection and Completion of all; crd dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vbds p-acp j n2. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
3 God hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. Under the Third, (1.) I Have considered the several ways by which God did reveal himself, as Inspiration, &c. (2.) Have shewed the difference between Divine Inspirations, and Diabolical Illusions, and Natural Impressions. God hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. Under the Third, (1.) I Have considered the several ways by which God did reveal himself, as Inspiration, etc. (2.) Have showed the difference between Divine Inspirations, and Diabolical Illusions, and Natural Impressions. np1 vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ord, (crd) pns11 vhb vvn dt j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vdd vvi px31, c-acp n1, av (crd) vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc j n2, cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
4 (3.) I am now to consider the several periods before the Law, under the Law, (3.) I am now to Consider the several periods before the Law, under the Law, (crd) pns11 vbm av pc-acp vvi dt j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
5 and under the Gospel, and the gradual progress of Revelation from first to last, from the lower to the higher degree, and under the Gospel, and the gradual progress of Revelation from First to last, from the lower to the higher degree, cc p-acp dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ord pc-acp ord, p-acp dt jc p-acp dt jc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
6 and the perpetual respect one had to the other. and the perpetual respect one had to the other. cc dt j n1 pi vhd p-acp dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
7 (4.) I am to consider, why God did thus gradually and at sundry times proceed in revealing his Will to Mankind; (4.) I am to Consider, why God did thus gradually and At sundry times proceed in revealing his Will to Mankind; (crd) pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1 vdd av av-jn cc p-acp j n2 vvb p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
8 and why he did not at the first communicate his Will to them as fully and perfectly, and why he did not At the First communicate his Will to them as Fully and perfectly, cc c-crq pns31 vdd xx p-acp dt ord vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp av-j cc av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
9 as he did in the last daies by his Son. And then I am to conclude with the last General, viz. 4. General; as he did in the last days by his Son. And then I am to conclude with the last General, viz. 4. General; c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt ord n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc av pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, n1 crd j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
10 Where I am to shew the Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, and that there is not to be any other Revelation till the end of the World. Where I am to show the Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, and that there is not to be any other Revelation till the end of the World. c-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, cc cst pc-acp vbz xx pc-acp vbi d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
11 I have here a large Field before me; and many difficult Points to treat of; but because this is the Concluding Lecture of the Year, I shall sum it up, I have Here a large Field before me; and many difficult Points to Treat of; but Because this is the Concluding Lecture of the Year, I shall sum it up, pns11 vhb av dt j n1 p-acp pno11; cc d j n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f; cc-acp c-acp d vbz dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
12 and pass through the Particulars with as much brevity as the time will allow; and with as much attention as I can; and pass through the Particulars with as much brevity as the time will allow; and with as much attention as I can; cc vvi p-acp dt n2-j p-acp c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi; cc p-acp p-acp d n1 c-acp pns11 vmb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
13 though I must fall short of what the Subject and Nature of the things to be spoken of doth deserve, though I must fallen short of what the Subject and Nature of the things to be spoken of does deserve, cs pns11 vmb vvi j pp-f r-crq dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f vdz vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
14 and might otherwise, be treated of. and might otherwise, be treated of. cc vmd av, vbb vvn pp-f. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
15 (3.) I am now come to the Third Branch, and to consider the several Periods, viz. the Patriarchal before the Law, the Mosaical under the Law, (3.) I am now come to the Third Branch, and to Consider the several Periods, viz. the Patriarchal before the Law, the Mosaical under the Law, (crd) pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2, n1 dt j p-acp dt n1, dt j p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
16 and the Evangelical under the Gospel. and the Evangelical under the Gospel. cc dt np1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
17 The Patriarchal State, is that which extended from Adam to the Deliverance of the Israelites out of Egypt, and the giving the Law at Mount Sinai, which included in it the space of Two thousand five hundred Years, and upward. The Patriarchal State, is that which extended from Adam to the Deliverance of the Israelites out of Egypt, and the giving the Law At Mount Sinai, which included in it the Molle of Two thousand five hundred years, and upward. dt j n1, vbz d r-crq vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 av pp-f np1, cc dt vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vvd p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f crd crd crd crd n2, cc av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
18 The Mosaical or Legal State, was that which extended from the delivery of the Law at Sinai, to the preaching of John the Baptist, with whom ended the time past, and the last daies began; The Mosaical or Legal State, was that which extended from the delivery of the Law At Sinai, to the preaching of John the Baptist, with whom ended the time past, and the last days began; dt j cc j n1, vbds d r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 dt n1, p-acp ro-crq vvd dt n1 j, cc dt ord ng1 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
19 which included in it the space of One thousand four hundred Years, and upward. which included in it the Molle of One thousand four hundred years, and upward. r-crq vvd p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f crd crd crd crd n2, cc av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
20 The Evangelical State, is that which began with John the Baptist, and is to continue to the Worlds end. The Evangelical State, is that which began with John the Baptist, and is to continue to the World's end. dt np1 n1, vbz d r-crq vvd p-acp np1 dt n1, cc vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
21 In the consideration of these three States, we may observe, That there is a great difference between them, In the consideration of these three States, we may observe, That there is a great difference between them, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, pns12 vmb vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
22 and a gradual ascent from the less perfect to the greater; so that the Mosaical is superior to the Patriarchal, and the Evangelical to the Mosaical. and a gradual ascent from the less perfect to the greater; so that the Mosaical is superior to the Patriarchal, and the Evangelical to the Mosaical. cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt av-dc j p-acp dt jc; av cst dt j vbz j-jn p-acp dt j, cc dt np1 p-acp dt j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
23 When I speak of the Patriarchal, I intend to give it all the advantage, by looking upon it as a State of Revelation, When I speak of the Patriarchal, I intend to give it all the advantage, by looking upon it as a State of Revelation, c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f dt j, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 d dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
24 and not a bare State of Nature; and not a bore State of Nature; cc xx dt j n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
25 for I have before proved, that there was a Revelation from the beginning, and derived down by a constant Pedigree and Succession, more or less. for I have before proved, that there was a Revelation from the beginning, and derived down by a constant Pedigree and Succession, more or less. c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn, cst a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, av-dc cc av-dc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
26 But what it was, we must in great part rather conjecture, than can certainly know; especially as to the Antediluvian State. But what it was, we must in great part rather conjecture, than can Certainly know; especially as to the Antediluvian State. p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds, pns12 vmb p-acp j n1 av-c vvi, cs vmb av-j vvi; av-j c-acp p-acp dt np1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
27 For the Flood having swept away the whole Stock of the ungodly Cainites, it was the design of Providence that their Memorial should perish with them : For the Flood having swept away the Whole Stock of the ungodly Cainites, it was the Design of Providence that their Memorial should perish with them: p-acp dt n1 vhg vvn av dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n2-j, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cst po32 n-jn vmd vvi p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
28 And so the Divine Penman contracted that State, and gives us only a Breviat of what passed before the Flood. And so the Divine Penman contracted that State, and gives us only a Breviate of what passed before the Flood. cc av dt j-jn n1 j-vvn cst n1, cc vvz pno12 av-j dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
29 We have there the History of the Creation, Fall, and Recovery of Man; We have there the History of the Creation, Fallen, and Recovery of Man; pns12 vhb a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb, cc n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
30 and may observe how seasonably Almighty God interposed for his Comfort and Relief, by the promise of the Seed of the Woman. and may observe how seasonably Almighty God interposed for his Comfort and Relief, by the promise of the Seed of the Woman. cc vmb vvi c-crq av-j j-jn np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
31 We may observe further, how for the maintaining of his Authority, and the manifestation of his Justice and Holiness, We may observe further, how for the maintaining of his authority, and the manifestation of his justice and Holiness, pns12 vmb vvi av-jc, c-crq p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
32 and to imprint on the minds of Men a dread of offending for the future, and to imprint on the minds of Men a dread of offending for the future, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
33 and to keep up an expectation of the Son of God's appearing and becoming a Sacrifice in our Nature, God established from the very first a course of Sacrifices; and to keep up an expectation of the Son of God's appearing and becoming a Sacrifice in our Nature, God established from the very First a course of Sacrifices; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, np1 vvd p-acp dt av ord dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
34 by the means of which Atonement Sinners might have a right Notion of Almighty God: when his Justice and Mercy were thus intermingled; by the means of which Atonement Sinners might have a right Notion of Almighty God: when his justice and Mercy were thus intermingled; p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq n1 n2 vmd vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn np1: c-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vbdr av vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
35 that they might not be encouraged to presume on one hand, nor be thrown into despair on the other. that they might not be encouraged to presume on one hand, nor be thrown into despair on the other. cst pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1, ccx vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
36 We may observe farther, how God provided for the preservation of Religion, and especially Revelation, by the Longaevity of the Patriarchs, We may observe farther, how God provided for the preservation of Religion, and especially Revelation, by the Longevity of the Patriarchs, pns12 vmb vvi av-jc, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
37 and a Race of Holy Men, who were Prophets and Testifiers of his Will; of whom there was a constant Succession; and a Raze of Holy Men, who were prophets and Testifiers of his Will; of whom there was a constant Succession; cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vbdr n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1; pp-f ro-crq a-acp vbds dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
38 that by a long Conversation between Father and Son, Progenitors and Successors, what was wanting in Records and Memorials, might be supplied. that by a long Conversation between Father and Son, Progenitors and Successors, what was wanting in Records and Memorials, might be supplied. cst p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, r-crq vbds vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, vmd vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
39 We may observe farther, how ineffectual this course proved in the Issue, how degenerate Mankind grew, We may observe farther, how ineffectual this course proved in the Issue, how degenerate Mankind grew, pns12 vmb vvi av-jc, c-crq j d n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, c-crq j n1 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
40 so inflexible and incorrigible, that to purge out this pest of Impiety that had infected the whole Race, God took up a resolution of discharging the World of that impious Stock, so inflexible and incorrigible, that to purge out this pest of Impiety that had infected the Whole Raze, God took up a resolution of discharging the World of that impious Stock, av j cc j, cst pc-acp vvi av d n1 pp-f n1 cst vhd vvn dt j-jn n1, np1 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
41 and to raise up a new Seed from the Righteous Noah ; and that issued in the Flood. and to raise up a new Seed from the Righteous Noah; and that issued in the Flood. cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j np1; cc cst vvd p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
42 This is the short History of the first Sixteen hundred fifty six years of the World, the Antediluvian State. This is the short History of the First Sixteen hundred fifty six Years of the World, the Antediluvian State. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ord crd crd crd crd n2 pp-f dt n1, dt np1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
43 The Revelation, so far as it is handed down to us in Moses, was then obscure; The Revelation, so Far as it is handed down to us in Moses, was then Obscure; dt n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, vbds av j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
44 But a Revelation they had, and Prophets, and those of the higher Form: But a Revelation they had, and prophets, and those of the higher From: cc-acp dt n1 pns32 vhd, cc n2, cc d pp-f dt jc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
45 Insomuch, that some of the Jews hold, that Enoch, in particular, was endued with a higher degree of Prophecy than Moses and Elias. Insomuch, that Some of the jews hold, that Enoch, in particular, was endued with a higher degree of Prophecy than Moses and Elias. av, cst d pp-f dt np2 vvi, cst np1, p-acp j, vbds vvn p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cs np1 cc np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
46 But whatever it was, the sum amounted to this, That God was reconciled to man after his Apostacy; But whatever it was, the sum amounted to this, That God was reconciled to man After his Apostasy; cc-acp r-crq pn31 vbds, dt n1 vvd p-acp d, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
47 that he had established an Atonement; that he had established an Atonement; cst pns31 vhd vvn dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
48 and that in process of time the Son of God should in our Nature actually appear, and that in process of time the Son of God should in our Nature actually appear, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd p-acp po12 n1 av-j vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
49 and become a Saviour to us, and be a Propitiation for our Sins. and become a Saviour to us, and be a Propitiation for our Sins. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vbb dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
50 But there is a farther branch of this Patriarchal State, which is the Post-Diluvian, after the Deluge. But there is a farther branch of this Patriarchal State, which is the Postdiluvian, After the Deluge. p-acp pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbz dt j, p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
51 Here we are in part in the dark as before; Here we Are in part in the dark as before; av pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp dt j c-acp a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
52 for there were no less than Three hundred sixty seven years, at the least, past (for so long it was from the Flood to Abraham 's departure out of Haran ) of which the Inspired Historian gives little account. for there were no less than Three hundred sixty seven Years, At the least, passed (for so long it was from the Flood to Abraham is departure out of Haran) of which the Inspired Historian gives little account. c-acp a-acp vbdr dx dc cs crd crd crd crd n2, p-acp dt ds, vvd (c-acp av av-j pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1 av pp-f np1) pp-f r-crq dt j-vvn n1 vvz j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
53 All that we have, is the progeny of the Sons of Noah, and their dispersion, and the division of Tongues upon the foolish attempt at Babel. All that we have, is the progeny of the Sons of Noah, and their dispersion, and the division of Tongues upon the foolish attempt At Babel. av-d d pns12 vhb, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
54 The reason of this seems to be much the same as before the Flood; The reason of this seems to be much the same as before the Flood; dt n1 pp-f d vvz pc-acp vbi d dt d c-acp p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
55 and that was the general depravation of Mankind, of which the said attempt at Babel was an Instance; and that was the general depravation of Mankind, of which the said attempt At Babel was an Instance; cc cst vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq dt j-vvn n1 p-acp np1 vbds dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
56 and the Call of Abraham out of the Land of the Chaldees an Evidence. and the Call of Abraham out of the Land of the Chaldees an Evidence. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1 dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
57 For the reason of that Call of his, was the Idolatry then growing upon the World; For the reason of that Call of his, was the Idolatry then growing upon the World; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, vbds dt n1 av vvg p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
58 the infection of which, it seems, the Family of Sem had not altogether escaped: the infection of which, it seems, the Family of Sem had not altogether escaped: dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pn31 vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd xx av vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
59 For this the Ancestors of Abraham are charged with, Josh. 24.2, 14. And then it was in him that pure Religion began to lift up its head again; For this the Ancestors of Abraham Are charged with, Josh. 24.2, 14. And then it was in him that pure Religion began to lift up its head again; c-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp, np1 crd, crd cc av pn31 vbds p-acp pno31 cst j n1 vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
60 and for that reason that he might become an eminent Instrument for preserving and promoting it, God revealed himself to that Holy Patriarch. and for that reason that he might become an eminent Instrument for preserving and promoting it, God revealed himself to that Holy Patriarch. cc p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp vvg cc j-vvg pn31, np1 vvd px31 p-acp d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
61 And this is the Third Branch of the Patriarchal Period, which I may call the Abraamical State. And this is the Third Branch of the Patriarchal Period, which I may call the Abraamical State. cc d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
62 The first Revelation of this was (as aforesaid) to Adam, which was, that it should be the Seed of the woman, (whom the Serpent had seduced, The First Revelation of this was (as aforesaid) to Adam, which was, that it should be the Seed of the woman, (whom the Serpent had seduced, dt ord n1 pp-f d vbds (c-acp j) pc-acp np1, r-crq vbds, cst pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
63 and thought to have brought his ends about by). and Thought to have brought his ends about by). cc vvd pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n2 a-acp p-acp). (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
64 The next opening of this great secret of Divine Wisdom was, that this Seed, or Messias, should descend from the Stock of Abraham, viz. In thee shall all families of the earth be blessed, Gen. 12.3. which the Apostle applies to Christ, Gal. 3.16. The next opening of this great secret of Divine Wisdom was, that this Seed, or Messias, should descend from the Stock of Abraham, viz. In thee shall all families of the earth be blessed, Gen. 12.3. which the Apostle Applies to christ, Gal. 3.16. dt ord vvg pp-f d j n-jn pp-f j-jn n1 vbds, cst d n1, cc np1, vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 p-acp pno21 vmb d n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn, np1 crd. r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
65 and to which Abraham had a respect in the Birth of Isaac, when he gave him that Name, which signifies laughter, or rejoycing, Gen. 21.3. and to which Abraham had a respect in the Birth of Isaac, when he gave him that Name, which signifies laughter, or rejoicing, Gen. 21.3. cc p-acp r-crq np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 d n1, r-crq vvz n1, cc vvg, np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
66 Thus our Saviour interprets it in that allusion, Your father Abraham rejoyced to see my day, and was glad, John 8.56. This was the reason why Moses did so carefully draw down the Pedigree of Sem, which terminated in Abraham ; Thus our Saviour interprets it in that allusion, Your father Abraham rejoiced to see my day, and was glad, John 8.56. This was the reason why Moses did so carefully draw down the Pedigree of Sem, which terminated in Abraham; av po12 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, po22 n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc vbds j, np1 crd. d vbds dt n1 q-crq np1 vdd av av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvn p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
67 passing slightly by the History of his Progenitors, and taking up that of this Patriarch, in whom the Holy Seed did more illustriously appear: passing slightly by the History of his Progenitors, and taking up that of this Patriarch, in whom the Holy Seed did more illustriously appear: vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc vvg a-acp d pp-f d n1, p-acp ro-crq dt j n1 vdd av-dc av-j vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
68 And why also he so punctually set down the time when this promise to Abraham was first made, and which as the principal of all, God did several times repeat to him, and also to Isaac and Jacob, at the first time he is said to have appeared to them. And why also he so punctually Set down the time when this promise to Abraham was First made, and which as the principal of all, God did several times repeat to him, and also to Isaac and Jacob, At the First time he is said to have appeared to them. cc q-crq av pns31 av av-j vvn a-acp dt n1 c-crq d n1 p-acp np1 vbds ord vvn, cc r-crq p-acp dt n-jn pp-f d, np1 vdd j n2 vvb p-acp pno31, cc av p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
69 So that though they had a standing Oracle, and had other Revelations, yet this of the holy Seed was the chief Revelation, So that though they had a standing Oracle, and had other Revelations, yet this of the holy Seed was the chief Revelation, av cst cs pns32 vhd dt j-vvg n1, cc vhd j-jn n2, av d pp-f dt j n1 vbds dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
70 and which was upon all solemn occasions renewed. and which was upon all solemn occasions renewed. cc r-crq vbds p-acp d j n2 vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
71 But though Revelation did eminently conduce to the good of the world, where it was promulged and received, But though Revelation did eminently conduce to the good of the world, where it was promulged and received, cc-acp cs n1 vdd av-j vvi p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbds vvn cc vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
72 and afforded a much brighter and more certain light than Nature and Reason of it self did; and afforded a much Brighter and more certain Light than Nature and Reason of it self did; cc vvd dt d jc cc av-dc j n1 cs n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vdd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
73 yet even here Revelation made, as it were, a pause, and the Patriarchal State gave way to another which we call, yet even Here Revelation made, as it were, a pause, and the Patriarchal State gave Way to Another which we call, av av av n1 vvd, c-acp pn31 vbdr, dt n1, cc dt j n1 vvd n1 p-acp j-jn r-crq pns12 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
74 2. The Mosaical, which had a manifold advantage of the other. As 2. The Mosaical, which had a manifold advantage of the other. As crd dt j, r-crq vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn. p-acp (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
75 (1.) That Religion here was National, and the People were entire and embodied into one Society; (1.) That Religion Here was National, and the People were entire and embodied into one Society; (crd) cst n1 av vbds j, cc dt n1 vbdr j cc vvn p-acp crd n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
76 whereas it was otherwise among the Patriarchs, as in the case of Terah in Mesopotamia; Melchisedec, and even Abraham, in Canaan ; and Job in Arabia ; whereas it was otherwise among the Patriarchs, as in the case of Terah in Mesopotamia; Melchizedek, and even Abraham, in Canaan; and Job in Arabia; cs pn31 vbds av p-acp dt n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1; np1, cc av np1, p-acp np1; cc np1 p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
77 where Religion and the Church was rather Domestical than National. where Religion and the Church was rather Domestical than National. c-crq n1 cc dt n1 vbds av-c j cs j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
78 (2.) The State of the Jews was a Theocracy, and the whole of it, (2.) The State of the jews was a Theocracy, and the Whole of it, (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbds dt n1, cc dt j-jn pp-f pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
79 whether as to matters Civil or Divine, was established by God's peculiar appointment, and under whose immediate Regiment they were; whither as to matters Civil or Divine, was established by God's peculiar appointment, and under whose immediate Regiment they were; cs c-acp p-acp n2 j cc j-jn, vbds vvn p-acp npg1 j n1, cc p-acp rg-crq j n1 pns32 vbdr; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
80 having his Minister Moses their Mediator, Gal. 3.19. and God making them his peculiar and propriety, Deut. 4.33. 14.2. (3.) It was a typical State, under which one of greater excellency, and thereafter in process of time to succeed, was adumbrated, I mean, the Evangelical: having his Minister Moses their Mediator, Gal. 3.19. and God making them his peculiar and propriety, Deuteronomy 4.33. 14.2. (3.) It was a typical State, under which one of greater excellency, and thereafter in process of time to succeed, was adumbrated, I mean, the Evangelical: vhg po31 n1 np1 po32 n1, np1 crd. cc np1 vvg pno32 po31 j cc n1, np1 crd. crd. (crd) pn31 vbds dt j n1, p-acp r-crq crd pp-f jc n1, cc av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, vbds vvn, pns11 vvb, dt np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
81 So that their Rites, and particularly their Sacrifices under that Dispensation, had a peculiar respect to the great Sacrifice, the lamb said to be slain (in God's Decree, So that their Rites, and particularly their Sacrifices under that Dispensation, had a peculiar respect to the great Sacrifice, the lamb said to be slave (in God's decree, av cst po32 n2, cc av-j po32 n2 p-acp d n1, vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn (p-acp npg1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
82 and in the vertue of it) from the foundation of the world : and in the virtue of it) from the Foundation of the world: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
83 And which those Rites and Sacrifices were intended for the farther ratification, and for the preservation of in their minds. And which those Rites and Sacrifices were intended for the farther ratification, and for the preservation of in their minds. cc r-crq d n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt jc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f p-acp po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
84 (4.) I may add, there was an improvement made upon this Legal and Typical State, by the Prophetical; (4.) I may add, there was an improvement made upon this Legal and Typical State, by the Prophetical; (crd) pns11 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvd p-acp d j cc j n1, p-acp dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
85 which was enobled by the many illustrious Prophecies, more especially concerning the Messiah, as to the time of his Appearance, his Birth, which was ennobled by the many illustrious Prophecies, more especially Concerning the Messiah, as to the time of his Appearance, his Birth, r-crq vbds j-vvn p-acp dt d j n2, av-dc av-j vvg dt np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
86 and the Place of it, his Family, Sufferings, Miracles, Resurrection, Ascension, in abundance of circumstances relating thereunto. and the Place of it, his Family, Sufferings, Miracles, Resurrection, Ascension, in abundance of Circumstances relating thereunto. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, po31 n1, n2, n2, n1, n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvg av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
87 And when in the declension of the Jewish State, Prophecy might be expected should decay with it, it on the contrary increas'd, till on the sudden it wholly ceas'd, And when in the declension of the Jewish State, Prophecy might be expected should decay with it, it on the contrary increased, till on the sudden it wholly ceased, cc c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1, n1 vmd vbi vvn vmd vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 p-acp dt n-jn vvd, c-acp p-acp dt j pn31 av-jn vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
88 when the Revelation of that kind, and for that season, was sufficient: For what could have been more punctual than what was already Revealed? when the Revelation of that kind, and for that season, was sufficient: For what could have been more punctual than what was already Revealed? c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp d n1, vbds j: c-acp r-crq vmd vhi vbn av-dc j cs r-crq vbds av vvn? (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
89 (5.) After this there was a long interval of above Four hundred years, (5.) After this there was a long interval of above Four hundred Years, (crd) p-acp d a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f p-acp crd crd n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
90 and a cessation of that Prophecy and extraordinary Revelation which had continued in that Church for the space of above a Thousand years, from the time of Moses to that of Zechary and Malachi ; and a cessation of that Prophecy and extraordinary Revelation which had continued in that Church for the Molle of above a Thousand Years, from the time of Moses to that of Zechariah and Malachi; cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc j n1 r-crq vhd vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f p-acp dt crd n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d pp-f np1 cc np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
91 at the close of which it had been foretold, that by the coming of the Messiah, Prophecy and Revelation should revive, At the close of which it had been foretold, that by the coming of the Messiah, Prophecy and Revelation should revive, p-acp dt j pp-f r-crq pn31 vhd vbn vvn, cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt np1, n1 cc n1 vmd vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
92 and a more plentiful effusion of the Holy Spirit should then be, than had been ever before. and a more plentiful effusion of the Holy Spirit should then be, than had been ever before. cc dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmd av vbi, cs vhd vbn av a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
93 Now what should be the reason of this, but that there might be raised in that People the more earnest desire after the approaching of that happy Age; Now what should be the reason of this, but that there might be raised in that People the more earnest desire After the approaching of that happy Age; av q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d, cc-acp cst a-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f cst j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
94 and that they might thereby be convinced that their own Institution was not to continue for ever, and that they might thereby be convinced that their own Institution was not to continue for ever, cc cst pns32 vmd av vbi vvn cst po32 d n1 vbds xx pc-acp vvi p-acp av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
95 and that there was a more perfect Dispensation which they were to expect, and which was to rise, and that there was a more perfect Dispensation which they were to expect, and which was to rise, cc cst a-acp vbds dt av-dc j n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi, cc r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
96 as it were, out of the ashes of the other. And that is 3. The Evangelical State, which is the close and completion of all; as it were, out of the Ashes of the other. And that is 3. The Evangelical State, which is the close and completion of all; c-acp pn31 vbdr, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn. cc d vbz crd dt np1 n1, r-crq vbz dt j cc n1 pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
97 in which the Rites of the Law were completed, the Types answered by the Anti-Types, and the Prophecies were fulfilled and interpreted by the Event. in which the Rites of the Law were completed, the Types answered by the Antitypes, and the Prophecies were fulfilled and interpreted by the Event. p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvd, dt n2 vvd p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
98 So that the New Testament is the evidence and proof of the Old; the one declaring what is to come, and the other shewing that it is come; So that the New Testament is the evidence and proof of the Old; the one declaring what is to come, and the other showing that it is come; av cst dt j n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j; dt pi vvg r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, cc dt n-jn vvg cst pn31 vbz vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
99 both bearing an exact correspondence to each other. I proceed to the Fourth Branch of the Third General; where both bearing an exact correspondence to each other. I proceed to the Fourth Branch of the Third General; where d vvg dt j n1 p-acp d n-jn. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1; c-crq (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
100 4. I am to consider why God did thus gradually and at sundry times proceed in Revealing his Will to Mankind, 4. I am to Consider why God did thus gradually and At sundry times proceed in Revealing his Will to Mankind, crd pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vdd av av-jn cc p-acp j n2 vvb p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
101 and why he did not at the first communicate his Will to them as fully and perfectly, and why he did not At the First communicate his Will to them as Fully and perfectly, cc c-crq pns31 vdd xx p-acp dt ord vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp av-j cc av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
102 as he did in the last days by his Son? So that there are Two Questions to be resolved. as he did in the last days by his Son? So that there Are Two Questions to be resolved. c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt ord n2 p-acp po31 n1? av cst a-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
103 Q. 1. Why God did not communicate his Will at first? Q. 2. Why in these last days? Q. 1. Why God did not communicate his Will At First? Q. 2. Why in these last days? np1 crd q-crq np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp ord? np1 crd uh-crq p-acp d ord n2? (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
104 A. (1.) As to the former; A. (1.) As to the former; np1 (crd) p-acp p-acp dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
105 it may as well be asked, Why God did ever promise? And why he did not actually give at the same time when he promised? it may as well be asked, Why God did ever promise? And why he did not actually give At the same time when he promised? pn31 vmb a-acp av vbi vvn, c-crq np1 vdd av vvi? cc c-crq pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp dt d n1 c-crq pns31 vvn? (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
106 It may again be as well asked, Why there was such a thing as Prophecy, It may again be as well asked, Why there was such a thing as Prophecy, pn31 vmb av vbi c-acp av vvd, c-crq pc-acp vbds d dt n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
107 and that the things Prophecied of were not at the same instant accomplished, as they were predicted? and that the things Prophesied of were not At the same instant accomplished, as they were predicted? cc cst dt n2 vvn pp-f vbdr xx p-acp dt d n-jn vvn, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn? (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
108 And if that be the question; And if that be the question; cc cs d vbb dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
109 it may again as well be asked, Why there is such a thing as Succession? Why there are Causes and Effects? And why all things are not Existent at once? And why all Acts are not done together? For Promises and Prophecies imply Succession; it may again as well be asked, Why there is such a thing as Succession? Why there Are Causes and Effects? And why all things Are not Existent At once? And why all Acts Are not done together? For Promises and Prophecies imply Succession; pn31 vmb av c-acp av vbi vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp n1? q-crq pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2? cc q-crq d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp a-acp? cc q-crq d n2 vbr xx vdn av? p-acp vvz cc n2 vvb n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
110 and to require there should be no Promises and no Prophecies, is, in effect, to require there should be no Succession. and to require there should be no Promises and no Prophecies, is, in Effect, to require there should be no Succession. cc pc-acp vvi a-acp vmd vbi dx vvz cc dx n2, vbz, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp vmd vbi dx n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
111 (2.) A Promise on God's part, implies the certainty of the thing in its season, as well as a Prophecy. (2.) A Promise on God's part, Implies the certainty of the thing in its season, as well as a Prophecy. (crd) dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
112 A Prophecy is certain because of God's infinite Power, Wisdom, and Knowledge, to foresee what will be the effect of such Causes, what the events of such Actions, A Prophecy is certain Because of God's infinite Power, Wisdom, and Knowledge, to foresee what will be the Effect of such Causes, what the events of such Actions, dt n1 vbz j c-acp pp-f npg1 j n1, n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq dt n2 pp-f d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
113 or how he will order and accomplish them: or how he will order and accomplish them: cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
114 And a Promise implies besides that, his Faithfulness, and that he will infallibly see to the accomplishment of it. And a Promise Implies beside that, his Faithfulness, and that he will infallibly see to the accomplishment of it. cc dt n1 vvz p-acp d, po31 n1, cc cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
115 And so whatever is Promised or Prophecied of by Almighty God, is as certain in its Causes, And so whatever is Promised or Prophesied of by Almighty God, is as certain in its Causes, cc av r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn pp-f p-acp j-jn np1, vbz a-acp j p-acp po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
116 and shall be in the Event, as if it was now in being or now done, and shall be in the Event, as if it was now in being or now done, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbds av p-acp vbg cc av vdn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
117 or that we had it in actual possession. or that we had it in actual possession. cc cst pns12 vhd pn31 p-acp j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
118 (3.) It is as much, if not more, for the Honour of Almighty God, that there should be a Succession of Beings, Actions, (3.) It is as much, if not more, for the Honour of Almighty God, that there should be a Succession of Beings, Actions, (crd) pn31 vbz p-acp av-d, cs xx av-dc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, cst a-acp vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
119 and Events, as if they were all Existent at once; and Events, as if they were all Existent At once; cc n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr d vvn p-acp a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
120 and consequently as much to order such Beings, Actions, and Events in Succession, as it is if they were present. and consequently as much to order such Beings, Actions, and Events in Succession, as it is if they were present. cc av-j c-acp d pc-acp vvi d n2, n2, cc n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz cs pns32 vbdr j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
121 (4.) As there are in Nature a First and a Second, and so on in progression; (4.) As there Are in Nature a First and a Second, and so on in progression; (crd) p-acp a-acp vbr p-acp n1 dt ord cc dt ord, cc av a-acp p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
122 and all things appearing in their proper time, order, and course, till by degrees 'tis raised to its highest Perfection: and all things appearing in their proper time, order, and course, till by Degrees it's raised to its highest Perfection: cc d n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n1, n1, cc n1, c-acp p-acp n2 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po31 js n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
123 So it is as accountable for God to make known his Will to Mankind, to begin and carry it on, from a lesser to a higher degree, as he sees fit; So it is as accountable for God to make known his Will to Mankind, to begin and carry it on, from a lesser to a higher degree, as he sees fit; av pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 a-acp, p-acp dt jc p-acp dt jc n1, c-acp pns31 vvz j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
124 and upon a strict examination has as much Beauty and Order in it. and upon a strict examination has as much Beauty and Order in it. cc p-acp dt j n1 vhz p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
125 And to have all Revelation at once, would appear as irregular as for all Mankind to have lived and died all at once. And to have all Revelation At once, would appear as irregular as for all Mankind to have lived and died all At once. cc pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp a-acp, vmd vvi p-acp j c-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvd d p-acp a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
126 (5.) Especially is this, where such Revelations are suited to the state of the World, (5.) Especially is this, where such Revelations Are suited to the state of the World, (crd) av-j vbz d, c-crq d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
127 and that the Dispensation of one Age would not suit the Temper and Circumstances of another; and that the Dispensation of one Age would not suit the Temper and circumstances of Another; cc cst dt n1 pp-f crd n1 vmd xx vvi dt vvi cc n2 pp-f j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
128 of which we have an instance in the Jews, who were of that Temper, that a burdensome and Ritual Religion was more fit for them than another more Refined and Spiritual, of which we have an instance in the jews, who were of that Temper, that a burdensome and Ritual Religion was more fit for them than Another more Refined and Spiritual, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt np2, r-crq vbdr pp-f d vvi, cst dt j cc j n1 vbds av-dc j p-acp pno32 cs j-jn n1 j-vvn cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
129 and whose External and Gorgeous Form was accommodated accordingly to it, as under age, Gal. 4.1. and whose External and Gorgeous From was accommodated accordingly to it, as under age, Gal. 4.1. cc rg-crq j cc j n1 vbds vvn av-vvg pc-acp pn31, a-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
130 And therefore it is wisely observed by Theodoret, NONLATINALPHABET; That God suited his Instructions to every Age of the World. And Therefore it is wisely observed by Theodoret,; That God suited his Instructions to every Age of the World. cc av pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1,; cst np1 vvd po31 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
131 And we have good reason to believe this to be so, because there was such a gradual progress in Divine Revelation, as has been already shewn. And we have good reason to believe this to be so, Because there was such a gradual progress in Divine Revelation, as has been already shown. cc pns12 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vbi av, c-acp pc-acp vbds d dt j-jn n1 p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp vhz vbn av vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
132 (6.) This is still the more accountable, if we consider that the Obligation of Mankind arises from the Notification of the Divine Will; (6.) This is still the more accountable, if we Consider that the Obligation of Mankind arises from the Notification of the Divine Will; (crd) d vbz av dt av-dc j, cs pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
133 and that according as the Revelation of it is, so is the Obligation. and that according as the Revelation of it is, so is the Obligation. cc d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, av vbz dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
134 And therefore those that have no Revelation, are not upon the same strict terms with those that have; And Therefore those that have no Revelation, Are not upon the same strict terms with those that have; cc av d cst vhb dx n1, vbr xx p-acp dt d j n2 p-acp d cst vhb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
135 nor are those that live under the lower Dispensation, upon the same terms with those that have the higher: nor Are those that live under the lower Dispensation, upon the same terms with those that have the higher: ccx vbr d cst vvi p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp dt d n2 p-acp d cst vhb dt jc: (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
136 So the Apostle St. Peter, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons; So the Apostle Saint Peter, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of Persons; av dt n1 n1 np1, pp-f dt n1 pns11 vvb cst np1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
137 but every one that feareth God, and worketh righteousness is accepted of him. But this in part belongs to the next Question. but every one that fears God, and works righteousness is accepted of him. But this in part belongs to the next Question. cc-acp d pi cst vvz np1, cc vvz n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno31. p-acp d p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
138 Q. 2. From hence we may be able in part to resolve the other branch of the Question, viz. Why God did not at the first send his Son to deliver his Will to the world, Q. 2. From hence we may be able in part to resolve the other branch of the Question, viz. Why God did not At the First send his Son to deliver his Will to the world, np1 crd p-acp av pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 c-crq np1 vdd xx p-acp dt ord vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
139 as he did in the last days? as he did in the last days? c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt ord n2? (4) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
140 Celsus, a great Adversary to the Christian Religion, from the consideration of Christ's coming so late into the world for the Redemption of Mankind, compares God to Jupiter in the Comedy, NONLATINALPHABET, as waking out of a long sleep. Celsus, a great Adversary to the Christian Religion, from the consideration of Christ's coming so late into the world for the Redemption of Mankind, compares God to Jupiter in the Comedy,, as waking out of a long sleep. np1, dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg av av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz np1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1,, p-acp vvg av pp-f dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 3
141 But this may as well be objected against any special act of Divine Providence; and were there no other answer to be given, this were sufficient. But this may as well be objected against any special act of Divine Providence; and were there no other answer to be given, this were sufficient. p-acp d vmb c-acp av vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f j-jn n1; cc vbdr a-acp dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, d vbdr j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
142 But as there were many Prophecies concerning this state of things to be accomplished by the coming of Messiah, But as there were many Prophecies Concerning this state of things to be accomplished by the coming of Messiah, p-acp a-acp a-acp vbdr d n2 vvg d n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
143 so we shall find sufficient reason for the Justification of Divine Providence in laying this Scene so remote from the first Ages of the world. For so we shall find sufficient reason for the Justification of Divine Providence in laying this Scene so remote from the First Ages of the world. For av pns12 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg d n1 av j p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1. p-acp (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
144 1. By this means we see what a wonderful Concatenation there is in the Divine Operations, 1. By this means we see what a wondered Concatenation there is in the Divine Operations, crd p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb r-crq dt j n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
145 and how in an orderly course all Events succeed according to his determinate Will, and what he has foretold. and how in an orderly course all Events succeed according to his determinate Will, and what he has foretold. cc c-crq p-acp dt j n1 d n2 vvb vvg p-acp po31 j n1, cc r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
146 For there is a History, as it were, of our Saviour before his Appearance; For there is a History, as it were, of our Saviour before his Appearance; p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr, pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
147 and by the Description and Characters given of him in Scripture for Four thousand years together, we may be able to prove, that he is the Messiah. and by the Description and Characters given of him in Scripture for Four thousand Years together, we may be able to prove, that he is the Messiah. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n2 vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp crd crd n2 av, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vbz dt np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
148 2. It doth not seem that the world was prepared for it before. 2. It does not seem that the world was prepared for it before. crd pn31 vdz xx vvi cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pn31 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
149 For if Christ had been Born and Died as soon as Adam had Sinned, there would not have been among Mankind the sense of their Condition, For if christ had been Born and Died as soon as Adam had Sinned, there would not have been among Mankind the sense of their Condition, p-acp cs np1 vhd vbn vvn cc vvn a-acp av c-acp np1 vhd vvn, pc-acp vmd xx vhi vbn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
150 and of the need they stood in of a Redeemer, and of the Goodness of God in providing one for them; and of the need they stood in of a Redeemer, and of the goodness of God in providing one for them; cc pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pi p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
151 nor of the Necessity of the Divine Power to rescue them, if they had not had a long experience of the ineffectualness of any other course or means for it. nor of the Necessity of the Divine Power to rescue them, if they had not had a long experience of the ineffectualness of any other course or means for it. ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cs pns32 vhd xx vhn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 cc n2 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
152 3. We are to consider, that the benefit of Christ's Death, looked backward as well as forward, 3. We Are to Consider, that the benefit of Christ's Death, looked backward as well as forward, crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvd av-j c-acp av c-acp av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
153 and took place from the first publication of the Promise. For and took place from the First publication of the Promise. For cc vvd n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
154 (1.) Immediately after the Fall, God did promise, That the seed of the woman should bruise the Serpent's head; (1.) Immediately After the Fallen, God did promise, That the seed of the woman should bruise the Serpent's head; (crd) av-j p-acp dt n1, np1 vdd vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi dt ng1 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
155 and this being a Promise made to Adam, he himself must consequently have the benefit of it: and this being a Promise made to Adam, he himself must consequently have the benefit of it: cc d vbg dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, pns31 px31 vmb av-j vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
156 For what advantage or comfort could it have been to him, that Four thousand years after there should be a Descendent from him that should become a Saviour to them that were at that time in being, For what advantage or Comfort could it have been to him, that Four thousand Years After there should be a Descendent from him that should become a Saviour to them that were At that time in being, c-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd pn31 vhi vbn p-acp pno31, cst crd crd n2 a-acp a-acp vmd vbi dt j p-acp pno31 cst vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbdr p-acp d n1 p-acp vbg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
157 and that should then and afterward believe on him? and that should then and afterwards believe on him? cc cst vmd av cc av vvb p-acp pno31? (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
158 (2.) We are to consider, that this Promise gave Adam as much a title to the benefit of such an atonement, (2.) We Are to Consider, that this Promise gave Adam as much a title to the benefit of such an atonement, (crd) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 vvd np1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
159 and was to him as stable a ground of comfort, as if it had at the same time been actually executed; and was to him as stable a ground of Comfort, as if it had At the same time been actually executed; cc vbds p-acp pno31 c-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pn31 vhd p-acp dt d n1 vbn av-j vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
160 or as it could be to any that lived in or after the time that this atonement was offered, or as it could be to any that lived in or After the time that this atonement was offered, cc c-acp pn31 vmd vbi p-acp d cst vvd p-acp cc a-acp dt n1 cst d n1 vbds vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
161 and the promise in all respects punctually made good. and the promise in all respects punctually made good. cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 av-j vvn j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
162 Hence we read in St. Paul, of the grace that was in Christ Jesus before the world began, NONLATINALPHABET, of ancient times, 2 Tim. 1.9. But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour ; Hence we read in Saint Paul, of the grace that was in christ jesus before the world began,, of ancient times, 2 Tim. 1.9. But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour; av pns12 vvb p-acp n1 np1, pp-f dt n1 cst vbds p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd,, pp-f j n2, crd np1 crd. cc-acp vbz av vvn j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
163 and that not in decree only, but in fact; and that not in Decree only, but in fact; cc cst xx p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
164 so the same Apostle uses the phrase, the hope of eternal life, which God that cannot lye, promised, NONLATINALPHABET, before the world began ; so the same Apostle uses the phrase, the hope of Eternal life, which God that cannot lie, promised,, before the world began; av dt d n1 vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq np1 cst vmbx vvi, vvd,, p-acp dt n1 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
165 it's a promise made in time, and which he there distinguishes from the manifestation of it. it's a promise made in time, and which he there Distinguishes from the manifestation of it. pn31|vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, cc r-crq pns31 a-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
166 So the Gospel was preached before to Abraham, Gal. 3.8. and who in the Faith of it, rejoyced and was glad, John 8.56. This is implied Heb. 9.25, 26. Then must he often have suffered since the foundation of the world ; So the Gospel was preached before to Abraham, Gal. 3.8. and who in the Faith of it, rejoiced and was glad, John 8.56. This is implied Hebrew 9.25, 26. Then must he often have suffered since the Foundation of the world; np1 dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd. cc q-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvd cc vbds j, np1 crd. d vbz vvn np1 crd, crd av vmb pns31 av vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
167 which implies that all sin, since the foundation of the world, was forgiven with respect to that Atonement. which Implies that all since, since the Foundation of the world, was forgiven with respect to that Atonement. r-crq vvz d d n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
168 So that when there was a promise of such a means for our Reconciliation to God, So that when there was a promise of such a means for our Reconciliation to God, av cst c-crq pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
169 and in the vertue of which the Penitent might plead for pardon, it was equally as advantageous to them that believed in him that was to come, from the first publication of that Promise, and in the virtue of which the Penitent might plead for pardon, it was equally as advantageous to them that believed in him that was to come, from the First publication of that Promise, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt n-jn vmd vvi p-acp n1, pn31 vbds av-j c-acp j p-acp pno32 cst vvd p-acp pno31 cst vbds pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
170 as if they had then had a plenary possession: as if they had then had a plenary possession: c-acp cs pns32 vhd av vhn dt j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
171 So that Christ might be well said to be the lamb slain from the foundation of the world, Rev. 13.8. So that christ might be well said to be the lamb slave from the Foundation of the world, Rev. 13.8. av cst np1 vmd vbi av vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
172 4. I may say, in all appearance there was not a more proper time for the coming of our Saviour into the world, 4. I may say, in all appearance there was not a more proper time for the coming of our Saviour into the world, crd pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp d n1 a-acp vbds xx dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
173 and for all the Events depending upon it, than that in which he appeared. And that if we consider, and for all the Events depending upon it, than that in which he appeared. And that if we Consider, cc p-acp d dt n2 vvg p-acp pn31, cs cst p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd. cc cst cs pns12 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
174 (1.) The general expectation of it, in conformity to ancient Prophecies. This was notorious among the Jews : So Luke 19.11. They thought the kingdom of God should immediately appear ; (1.) The general expectation of it, in conformity to ancient Prophecies. This was notorious among the jews: So Lycia 19.11. They Thought the Kingdom of God should immediately appear; (crd) dt j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp j n2. d vbds j p-acp dt np2: av av crd. pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd av-j vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
175 that is, the Kingdom of the Messiah. that is, the Kingdom of the Messiah. d vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
176 So we find Simeon and Anna, and others, waited for the consolation of Israel, Luke 2.25, 38. of which number was Joseph of Arimathea, Mark 15.43. So we find Simeon and Anna, and Others, waited for the consolation of Israel, Lycia 2.25, 38. of which number was Joseph of Arimathea, Mark 15.43. av pns12 vvb np1 cc np1, cc n2-jn, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av crd, crd pp-f r-crq n1 vbds np1 pp-f np1, vvb crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
177 Nay, this or something like it, was got among the Gentiles : Nay, this or something like it, was god among the Gentiles: uh, d cc pi av-j pn31, vbds vvn p-acp dt n2-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 3
178 So Tacitus, the Roman Historian, Many were perswaded, that it was contained in the ancient Writings of the Priests, that at that time it should come to pass, That the East should prevail, and that They should proceed from Judaea who should be Lords of all; So Tacitus, the Roman Historian, Many were persuaded, that it was contained in the ancient Writings of the Priests, that At that time it should come to pass, That the East should prevail, and that They should proceed from Judaea who should be lords of all; av np1, dt njp np1, d vbdr vvn, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n2, cst p-acp d n1 pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmd vvi, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1 r-crq vmd vbi n2 pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 3
179 which was a Prophecy of Vespatian and Titus. which was a Prophecy of Vespasian and Titus. r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 3
180 Suetonius another Historian, saith, That it was an old and constant Opinion that had prevailed all over the East: Suetonius Another Historian, Says, That it was an old and constant Opinion that had prevailed all over the East: np1 j-jn n1, vvz, cst pn31 vbds dt j cc j n1 cst vhd vvn d p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
181 This the Event, said he, shewed to be meant of the Roman Emperor; but the Jews applying it to themselves, Rebelled. This the Event, said he, showed to be meant of the Roman Emperor; but the jews applying it to themselves, Rebelled. d dt n1, vvd pns31, vvd pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt njp n1; cc-acp dt np2 vvg pn31 pc-acp px32, vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
182 This is agreeable to what is said by Josephus, the Jewish Historian, who saith, That which stirred up the Jews, and brought final Ruin upon them, was the opinion they had from NONLATINALPHABET, some doubtful Prophecy in the Sacred Writings, that at that very time there should arise from that Countrey one of themselves that should Govern the whole World. This is agreeable to what is said by Josephus, the Jewish Historian, who Says, That which stirred up the jews, and brought final Ruin upon them, was the opinion they had from, Some doubtful Prophecy in the Sacred Writings, that At that very time there should arise from that Country one of themselves that should Govern the Whole World. d vbz j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1, dt jp np1, r-crq vvz, cst r-crq vvd a-acp dt np2, cc vvd j n1 p-acp pno32, vbds dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp, d j n1 p-acp dt j n2-vvg, cst p-acp d j n1 a-acp vmd vvi p-acp d n1 crd pp-f px32 cst vmd vvi dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 3
183 (2.) It was a proper time, because as the world had all along the experience of the inability of all human means for reforming the Manners and Tempers of Men, (2.) It was a proper time, Because as the world had all along the experience of the inability of all human means for reforming the Manners and Tempers of Men, (crd) pn31 vbds dt j n1, c-acp c-acp dt n1 vhd d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 3
184 so in that age more especially, when the Wisdom of the world was in its height both among Jews and Gentiles. so in that age more especially, when the Wisdom of the world was in its height both among jews and Gentiles. av p-acp d n1 av-dc av-j, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 av-d p-acp np2 cc n2-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 3
185 When among the Jews they were at that time as averse to Idolatry, as ever their Ancestors had been inclined to it, When among the jews they were At that time as averse to Idolatry, as ever their Ancestors had been inclined to it, c-crq p-acp dt np2 pns32 vbdr p-acp d n1 c-acp j p-acp n1, c-acp av po32 n2 vhd vbn vvn p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
186 and were in all the punctilio's of the Law as exact and scrupulous, as they were skilled in the Letter of it; and were in all the punctilio's of the Law as exact and scrupulous, as they were skilled in the letter of it; cc vbdr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp j cc j, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
187 and yet our Saviour found matter enough to condemn and chastise them for, and their practice was a fit Comment on that of the Apostle, Rom. 8.3. What the Law could not do in that it was weak through the flesh. and yet our Saviour found matter enough to condemn and chastise them for, and their practice was a fit Comment on that of the Apostle, Rom. 8.3. What the Law could not do in that it was weak through the Flesh. cc av po12 n1 vvn n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp, cc po32 n1 vbds dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. q-crq dt n1 vmd xx vdi p-acp cst pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
188 So St. Hierom Comments upon it, Now the time was fulfilled, when through evil custom no man could keep the Law. So Saint Hieronymus Comments upon it, Now the time was fulfilled, when through evil custom no man could keep the Law. av n1 np1 n2 p-acp pn31, av dt n1 vbds vvn, c-crq p-acp j-jn n1 dx n1 vmd vvi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
189 And if we turn our selves to the Heathens, Learning is acknowledged to have flourished in the time of Augustus beyond any Age; And if we turn our selves to the heathens, Learning is acknowledged to have flourished in the time of Augustus beyond any Age; cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n2-jn, n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
190 and yet that Age seemed to equal it self in Vice, not only as the Apostle describes it, Rom. 1.29. but as it is confirmed by their own Historians: and yet that Age seemed to equal it self in Vice, not only as the Apostle describes it, Rom. 1.29. but as it is confirmed by their own Historians: cc av d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po32 d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
191 So St. Augustin describes it, I am not the first that report it, but their own Authors; So Saint Augustin describes it, I am not the First that report it, but their own Authors; av n1 np1 vvz pn31, pns11 vbm xx dt ord cst vvb pn31, cc-acp po32 d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
192 behold, before the coming of Christ, and after the destruction of Carthage, the manners of their Ancestors were neglected, not as before by little and little, behold, before the coming of christ, and After the destruction of Carthage, the manners of their Ancestors were neglected, not as before by little and little, vvb, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vbdr vvn, xx a-acp a-acp p-acp j cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
193 but like a torrent by a strange precipitation; so much was the truth corrupted by luxury and avarice. but like a torrent by a strange precipitation; so much was the truth corrupted by luxury and avarice. cc-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; av d vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
194 Now when the world was thus corrupted under the best human means, What could be a fitter season for our Saviour's Appearance? And therefore the Fathers, Now when the world was thus corrupted under the best human means, What could be a fitter season for our Saviour's Appearance? And Therefore the Father's, av c-crq dt n1 vbds av vvn p-acp dt js j n2, q-crq vmd vbi dt jc n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1? cc av dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
195 as Origen and Tertullian, triumph'd over the Philosophers, and despis'd their artificial methods of Vertue, as too weak for so great and noble an undertaking. as Origen and Tertullian, triumphed over the Philosophers, and despised their artificial methods of Virtue, as too weak for so great and noble an undertaking. c-acp n1 cc np1, vvd p-acp dt n2, cc vvn po32 j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp av j c-acp av j cc j dt n-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
196 3. It was a fit season, as way was made for the propagation of the Gospel by the dispersion of the Jews, and the success of the Grecian and Roman Arms. 3. It was a fit season, as Way was made for the propagation of the Gospel by the dispersion of the jews, and the success of the Grecian and Roman Arms. crd pn31 vbds dt j n1, c-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt jp cc njp n2 (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
197 (1.) By the dispersion of the Jews, &c. For as their Law did serve to introduce the Gospel, to which it had a Relation, (1.) By the dispersion of the jews, etc. For as their Law did serve to introduce the Gospel, to which it had a Relation, (crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, av c-acp p-acp po32 n1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vhd dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
198 and of which it was a proof; and of which it was a proof; cc pp-f r-crq pn31 vbds dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
199 so by their dispersion upon the Captivity (whence many of them never returned) and by other subsequent means, many of the prejudices which other Nations had against the Jewish Religion and Nation, were taken off. so by their dispersion upon the Captivity (whence many of them never returned) and by other subsequent means, many of the prejudices which other nations had against the Jewish Religion and nation, were taken off. av p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-crq d pp-f pno32 av vvd) cc p-acp j-jn j n2, d pp-f dt n2 r-crq j-jn n2 vhd p-acp dt jp n1 cc n1, vbdr vvn a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
200 And this was much furthered by the Translation of the Old Testament into Greek (which was then the General Language). And this was much furthered by the translation of the Old Testament into Greek (which was then the General Language). cc d vbds av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp jp (r-crq vbds av dt j n1). (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
201 From whence I am apt to think, that the Opinion mentioned by the abovesaid Roman Historians, did arise. From whence I am apt to think, that the Opinion mentioned by the abovesaid Roman Historians, did arise. p-acp c-crq pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j np1 np1, vdd vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
202 It was, saith Tacitus, in the ancient Writings of the Priests : It was, Says Tacitus, in the ancient Writings of the Priests: pn31 vbds, vvz np1, p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
203 And indeed their ex Judaea prosecti qui rerum potirentur, out of Judaea should proceed those that should Rule the world, seems to be but the Latin of the Greek in Mic. 5.2. NONLATINALPHABET, Out of thee shall come a Governor, as it is in Matth. 2.6: or in the Septuagint, NONLATINALPHABET, that there should be a Ruler. And indeed their ex Judaea prosecti qui rerum potirentur, out of Judaea should proceed those that should Rule the world, seems to be but the Latin of the Greek in Mic. 5.2., Out of thee shall come a Governor, as it is in Matthew 2.6: or in the septuagint,, that there should be a Ruler. cc av po32 fw-la np1 n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, av pp-f np1 vmd vvi d cst vmd vvi dt n1, vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt njp pp-f dt jp p-acp np1 crd., av pp-f pno21 vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd: cc p-acp dt n1,, cst a-acp vmd vbi dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
204 And Tacitus 's way of expressing it, that the East should prevail, is a manifest allusion to the same Translation, which renders the word, Netzar, the Branch (the Name ascribed to our Saviour in the Prophets) by NONLATINALPHABET, the East ; so Jer. 23.5. Behold the days come, saith the Lord, that I will raise unto David a righteous branch, or the East; And Tacitus is Way of expressing it, that the East should prevail, is a manifest allusion to the same translation, which renders the word, Netzar, the Branch (the Name ascribed to our Saviour in the prophets) by, the East; so Jer. 23.5. Behold the days come, Says the Lord, that I will raise unto David a righteous branch, or the East; cc np1 vbz n1 pp-f vvg pn31, cst dt n1 vmd vvi, vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt d n1, r-crq vvz dt n1, np1, dt n1 (dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2) p-acp, dt n1; av np1 crd. vvb dt n2 vvb, vvz dt n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt j n1, cc dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
205 and a King, that King, shall reign and prosper, Jer 33.15, 16. and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth. and a King, that King, shall Reign and prosper, Jer 33.15, 16. and shall execute judgement and Justice in the earth. cc dt n1, cst n1, vmb vvi cc vvi, np1 crd, crd cc vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
206 Now this Version having been in whole or in part, undertaken for the use, and at the request of Ptolomy Philadelphus King of Egypt, about Three hundred years before our Saviour, was in many hands; Now this Version having been in Whole or in part, undertaken for the use, and At the request of Ptolemy Philadelphus King of Egypt, about Three hundred Years before our Saviour, was in many hands; av d np1 vhg vbn p-acp j-jn cc p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 npg1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp crd crd n2 p-acp po12 n1, vbds p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
207 and so such a material part as those Prophecies could not be overlook'd. and so such a material part as those Prophecies could not be overlooked. cc av d dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2 vmd xx vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
208 And indeed with these Prophecies there may be a good account given of those fore-cited places in the Roman Historians, And indeed with these Prophecies there may be a good account given of those forecited places in the Roman Historians, cc av p-acp d n2 a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 vvn pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt njp np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
209 but otherwise they are unintelligible, as appears by their application of them to Vespatian and his Son Titus, for want of understanding the true intent of them, but otherwise they Are unintelligible, as appears by their application of them to Vespasian and his Son Titus, for want of understanding the true intent of them, cc-acp av pns32 vbr j, c-acp vvz p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1 pp-f pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
210 and the respect they had to the Messiah. (2.) Another means was the success of the Grecian and Roman Arms; and the respect they had to the Messiah. (2.) another means was the success of the Grecian and Roman Arms; cc dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp dt np1. (crd) j-jn n2 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt jp cc njp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
211 the former of which by Alexander, and the latter by Pompey, Julius Caesar, and Augustus, had opened a way into most of the remote parts of the then known world; the former of which by Alexander, and the latter by Pompey, Julius Caesar, and Augustus, had opened a Way into most of the remote parts of the then known world; dt j pp-f r-crq p-acp np1, cc dt d p-acp np1, np1 np1, cc np1, vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp ds pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt av vvn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
212 and by which means, and the civilizing the most barbarous People, there was a freer commerce and access. and by which means, and the civilizing the most barbarous People, there was a freer commerce and access. cc p-acp r-crq n2, cc dt j-vvg dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vbds dt jc n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
213 It must be confessed, That the Power of God can conquer all difficulties; It must be confessed, That the Power of God can conquer all difficulties; pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
214 and which we have an exemplification of in the Gospel, where the Barbarians and Scythians felt the wonderful power and prevalency of it, and which we have an exemplification of in the Gospel, where the Barbarians and Scythians felt the wondered power and prevalency of it, cc r-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n2-jn cc np1 vvd dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
215 as well as the softer and better disposed Greeks and Romans : The Word preached with Power overcame all human Nature, saith Origen. as well as the Softer and better disposed Greeks and Romans: The Word preached with Power overcame all human Nature, Says Origen. c-acp av c-acp dt jc cc av-jc vvn np1 cc np1: dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 vvd d j n1, vvz n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
216 But God doth in the most extraordinary cases, use sometimes ordinary means; But God does in the most extraordinary cases, use sometime ordinary means; p-acp np1 vdz p-acp dt av-ds j n2, vvb av j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
217 and especially was this observable, that at that very time of our Saviour's Birth, the Gates of the Temple of Janus at Rome were shut, which were only in the time of an universal Peace; and especially was this observable, that At that very time of our Saviour's Birth, the Gates of the Temple of Janus At Room were shut, which were only in the time of an universal Peace; cc av-j vbds d j, cst p-acp d j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvb vbdr vvn, r-crq vbdr av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
218 and which had happened but twice from the foundation of that City, till the Reign of Augustus (though twice before this in his Reign, as I remember). and which had happened but twice from the Foundation of that city, till the Reign of Augustus (though twice before this in his Reign, as I Remember). cc r-crq vhd vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp dt vvi pp-f npg1 (cs av c-acp d p-acp po31 vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb). (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
219 And this was a very fit season for the Prince of peace to appear in, and what in this sence did verify the Angels Anthem at his Birth, Luke 2.14. And this was a very fit season for the Prince of peace to appear in, and what in this sense did verify the Angels Anthem At his Birth, Lycia 2.14. cc d vbds dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc r-crq p-acp d n1 vdd vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, av crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
220 On earth peace, good will amongst, as well as towards men. And so I am brought to the Evangelical State; where I am, On earth peace, good will among, as well as towards men. And so I am brought to the Evangelical State; where I am, p-acp n1 n1, j n1 p-acp, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n2. cc av pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt np1 n1; c-crq pns11 vbm, (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
221 4th General, To shew the Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, and that there is not to be any other Revelation to the end of the world; 4th General, To show the Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, and that there is not to be any other Revelation to the end of the world; ord n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, cc cst pc-acp vbz xx pc-acp vbi d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
222 so it is here, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son ; so it is Here, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son; av pn31 vbz av, vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
223 which implies, 1. The close and conclusion of all, it is in the last days. 2. The Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, it is by his Son. which Implies, 1. The close and conclusion of all, it is in the last days. 2. The Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, it is by his Son. r-crq vvz, crd dt j cc n1 pp-f d, pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n2. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
224 1. The close of all, it is in the last days. 1. The close of all, it is in the last days. crd dt j pp-f d, pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
225 To which all former Ages had a relation, and in which, being the last, they were to be consummated. To which all former Ages had a Relation, and in which, being the last, they were to be consummated. p-acp r-crq d j n2 vhd dt n1, cc p-acp r-crq, vbg dt ord, pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
226 Here, setting aside all subdivisions of time; Here, setting aside all subdivisions of time; av, vvg av d n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 3
227 we may consider the world, as to Revelation, under a twofold Period, viz. the Former and, the Latter days. we may Consider the world, as to Revelation, under a twofold Period, viz. the Former and, the Latter days. pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1, n1 dt j cc, dt d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 3
228 And so ▪ the Prophets speak of the last days, as different from what both were before, or what were in their own time. And so ▪ the prophets speak of the last days, as different from what both were before, or what were in their own time. cc av ▪ dt n2 vvb pp-f dt ord n2, p-acp j p-acp r-crq d vbdr a-acp, cc q-crq vbdr p-acp po32 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 3
229 Now in these last days, there is a certain part of time circumscribed, which in reason is to have such characters belonging to it as it may be known by them when it was to commence, without which the Epocha was not to be determined. Now in these last days, there is a certain part of time circumscribed, which in reason is to have such characters belonging to it as it may be known by them when it was to commence, without which the Epocha was not to be determined. av p-acp d ord n2, a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz pc-acp vhi d n2 vvg p-acp pn31 c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 c-crq pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq dt np1 vbds xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 3
230 So that the first thing to be considered is, When these last days began, and what are the Characters by which that time is to be known? So that the First thing to be considered is, When these last days began, and what Are the Characters by which that time is to be known? av cst dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz, c-crq d ord n2 vvd, cc q-crq vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn? (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 3
231 And they are such as these. And they Are such as these. cc pns32 vbr d c-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 3
232 (1.) The appearance of a Person, that from his spirit and temper, the Scripture calls Elijah, Mal. 3.2. and 4.5. who was to be the Forerunner of the Messiah, and to prepare the way for his reception. (1.) The appearance of a Person, that from his Spirit and temper, the Scripture calls Elijah, Malachi 3.2. and 4.5. who was to be the Forerunner of the Messiah, and to prepare the Way for his reception. (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvz np1, np1 crd. cc crd. q-crq vbds pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 3
233 (2.) The Restauration of the Spirit of Prophecy, which ceased among the Jews from the time of Zechary and Malachi, (as has been before observed) and was to be restored in the last days. Joel 2.28. Acts 2.16. (3.) Many Impostors which were to appear; (2.) The Restauration of the Spirit of Prophecy, which ceased among the jews from the time of Zechariah and Malachi, (as has been before observed) and was to be restored in the last days. Joel 2.28. Acts 2.16. (3.) Many Impostors which were to appear; (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, (c-acp vhz vbn a-acp vvn) cc vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n2. np1 crd. vvz crd. (crd) av-d n2 r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 3
234 and who did not appear till about the time of the last days, according to our computation of them; so 1 John 2.18. It is the last time; and who did not appear till about the time of the last days, according to our computation of them; so 1 John 2.18. It is the last time; cc q-crq vdd xx vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n2, vvg p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno32; av crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt ord n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 3
235 and as ye have heard that Antichrist shall come, even now are there many Antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time. V. Matth. 24.5, 24. (4.) The last days were, when the Messiah himself did appear, called the fulness of time, Gal. 4.4. and so it is express in the Text, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. To which we may add the Conversion of the Gentiles, Isa. 2.2. and 63.1, &c. From whence it is evident, that there is sufficient ground for these two Periods, viz. the Former and the Latter days; and as you have herd that Antichrist shall come, even now Are there many Antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time. V. Matthew 24.5, 24. (4.) The last days were, when the Messiah himself did appear, called the fullness of time, Gal. 4.4. and so it is express in the Text, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. To which we may add the Conversion of the Gentiles, Isaiah 2.2. and 63.1, etc. From whence it is evident, that there is sufficient ground for these two Periods, viz. the Former and the Latter days; cc c-acp pn22 vhb vvn cst np1 vmb vvi, av av vbr pc-acp d np2; c-crq pns12 vvb cst pn31 vbz dt ord n1. np1 np1 crd, crd (crd) dt ord n2 vbdr, c-crq dt np1 px31 vdd vvi, vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j, np1 crd. cc crd, av p-acp c-crq pn31 vbz j, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp d crd n2, n1 dt j cc dt d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 3
236 and that the Latter began with our Saviour, and continue to the end of the world, whensoever that shall happen: and that the Latter began with our Saviour, and continue to the end of the world, whensoever that shall happen: cc cst dt d vvd p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d vmb vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 3
237 And therefore as it is called the fulness of time, because it is the completion and consummation of all; And Therefore as it is called the fullness of time, Because it is the completion and consummation of all; cc av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 3
238 so it is called the close of the Ages, (we translate it the end of the world ) or the last days, because there were none to come after the expiration of this; so it is called the close of the Ages, (we translate it the end of the world) or the last days, Because there were none to come After the expiration of this; av pn31 vbz vvn dt j pp-f dt n2, (pns12 vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cc dt ord n2, c-acp a-acp vbdr pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 3
239 and comprehends in it (as aforesaid) all the space of time from Christ's first, to his second Appearance. Heb. 9.26. Acts 1.11. and comprehends in it (as aforesaid) all the Molle of time from Christ's First, to his second Appearance. Hebrew 9.26. Acts 1.11. cc vvz p-acp pn31 (c-acp j) d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 ord, p-acp po31 ord n1. np1 crd. vvz crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 3
240 And so there can be no other time, and so no other Revelation; And so there can be no other time, and so no other Revelation; cc av pc-acp vmb vbi dx j-jn n1, cc av dx j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 3
241 for as long as the last days hold, so long the present Revelation is to continue; for as long as the last days hold, so long the present Revelation is to continue; c-acp c-acp av-j c-acp dt ord n2 vvb, av av-j dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 3
242 and then there can no more be any other Revelation, than there can be last days beyond the last. and then there can no more be any other Revelation, than there can be last days beyond the last. cc av pc-acp vmb dx av-dc vbb d j-jn n1, cs pc-acp vmb vbi ord n2 p-acp dt ord. (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 3
243 And this will be confirmed by the next Branch. And this will be confirmed by the next Branch. cc d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 3
244 2. The Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, included in that phrase, God in these last days hath spoken to us by his Son. 2. The Perfection of the Gospel Revelation, included in that phrase, God in these last days hath spoken to us by his Son. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, vvd p-acp d n1, np1 p-acp d ord n2 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 3
245 'Tis but reasonable to suppose, that since there has been a gradual Progression in Revelation from time to time, It's but reasonable to suppose, that since there has been a gradual Progression in Revelation from time to time, pn31|vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp a-acp vhz vbn dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 3
246 and from a lower to a higher degree (as has been already proved) that the honour of all in the close should be reserved for the Son of God; and from a lower to a higher degree (as has been already proved) that the honour of all in the close should be reserved for the Son of God; cc p-acp dt jc p-acp dt jc n1 (c-acp vhz vbn av vvn) cst dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt j vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 3
247 to whom the Prophets were Harbingers, and the Angels themselves Ministers. to whom the prophets were Harbingers, and the Angels themselves Ministers. p-acp ro-crq dt n2 vbdr n2, cc dt n2 px32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 3
248 This is the foundation of the Apostle's Argument, and the drift of his Discourse, in this Chapter, beginning with the Text, God who at sundry times — hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things — being made so much better than the Angels, This is the Foundation of the Apostle's Argument, and the drift of his Discourse, in this Chapter, beginning with the Text, God who At sundry times — hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things — being made so much better than the Angels, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 r-crq p-acp j n2 — vhz p-acp d ord n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f d n2 — vbg vvn av av-d jc cs dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 3
249 as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they: as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they: c-acp pns31 vhz p-acp n1 vvd dt av-dc j n1 cs pns32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 3
250 for unto which of the Angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, & c.? for unto which of the Angels said he At any time, Thou art my Son, & c.? c-acp p-acp r-crq pp-f dt n2 vvd pns31 p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r po11 n1, cc sy.? (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 3
251 Now as the Son is the last that appears, so beyond his there cannot be supposed to be any other Revelation, Now as the Son is the last that appears, so beyond his there cannot be supposed to be any other Revelation, av p-acp dt n1 vbz dt ord cst vvz, av p-acp po31 a-acp vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 3
252 but that the Revelation must be like to himself, Perfect and Compleat; and so there can be no other Gospel; but that the Revelation must be like to himself, Perfect and Complete; and so there can be no other Gospel; cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp px31, j cc j; cc av pc-acp vmb vbi dx j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 3
253 and whosoever pretends to another, falls under the Anathema of the Apostle, Gal. 1.8, 9. If any preach any other gospel than ye have received, let him be accursed. For here it is; and whosoever pretends to Another, falls under the Anathema of the Apostle, Gal. 1.8, 9. If any preach any other gospel than you have received, let him be accursed. For Here it is; cc r-crq vvz p-acp j-jn, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, crd cs d vvb d j-jn n1 cs pn22 vhb vvn, vvb pno31 vbi vvn. c-acp av pn31 vbz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 3
254 1. That we find the great Prophecies fulfilled in the Messiah; whose Characters, though many, all center in our Saviour, as to Person, Time, Place, Qualifications, and Event. 1. That we find the great Prophecies fulfilled in the Messiah; whose Characters, though many, all centre in our Saviour, as to Person, Time, Place, Qualifications, and Event. crd cst pns12 vvb dt j n2 vvn p-acp dt np1; rg-crq n2, cs d, d n1 p-acp po12 n1, c-acp p-acp n1, n1, n1, n2, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 3
255 2. In Him are all the Types fulfilled, and all the good things accomplished, which the Rites of the Law were the shadow of, Heb. 10.1. 3. By Him is the most Perfect Revelation of the Will of God made known to the world, of all that God has promis'd and we may expect. 2. In Him Are all the Types fulfilled, and all the good things accomplished, which the Rites of the Law were the shadow of, Hebrew 10.1. 3. By Him is the most Perfect Revelation of the Will of God made known to the world, of all that God has promised and we may expect. crd p-acp pno31 vbr d dt n2 vvn, cc d dt j n2 vvn, r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f, np1 crd. crd p-acp pno31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd vvn p-acp dt n1, pp-f d cst np1 vhz vvn cc pns12 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 3
256 4. By Him have we the most Perfect Rule, the Highest Motives, most Noble Principles, and Glorious Rewards, and all things that conduce to the Perfection and Happiness of Mankind. 4. By Him have we the most Perfect Rule, the Highest Motives, most Noble Principles, and Glorious Rewards, and all things that conduce to the Perfection and Happiness of Mankind. crd p-acp pno31 vhb pns12 dt av-ds j n1, dt js n2, av-ds j n2, cc j n2, cc d n2 cst vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 3
257 So that to any one that reads and compares those several Dispensations before spoken of together, So that to any one that reads and compares those several Dispensations before spoken of together, av cst p-acp d pi cst vvz cc vvz d j n2 a-acp vvn pp-f av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 3
258 as he must acknowledge there is this Gradation, so that the Christian Institution is for the Matter and the Evidence of it superior to all; as he must acknowledge there is this Gradation, so that the Christian Institution is for the Matter and the Evidence of it superior to all; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi a-acp vbz d n1, av cst dt njp n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 j-jn p-acp d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 3
259 and it will be as evident, that it can be exceeded by none. For it is as perfect as can or need to be; and it will be as evident, that it can be exceeded by none. For it is as perfect as can or need to be; cc pn31 vmb vbi a-acp j, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pix. p-acp pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp vmb cc vvb pc-acp vbi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 3
260 for we cannot ascend higher in our Notions and Conceptions of things than we are there taught. for we cannot ascend higher in our Notions and Conceptions of things than we Are there taught. c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi jc p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 cs pns12 vbr a-acp vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 3
261 We cannot exceed its Rules in our Practice, nor be defective in any necessary part of our Duty, We cannot exceed its Rules in our Practice, nor be defective in any necessary part of our Duty, pns12 vmbx vvi po31 n2 p-acp po12 n1, ccx vbb j p-acp d j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 3
262 if we advise with and observe it. if we Advice with and observe it. cs pns12 vvb p-acp cc vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 3
263 Nor can we desire more excellent Encouragements and Rewards than are therein proposed, such as are Eternal. Nor can we desire more excellent Encouragements and Rewards than Are therein proposed, such as Are Eternal. ccx vmb pns12 vvi av-dc j n2 cc n2 cs vbr av vvn, d c-acp vbr j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 3
264 So that though the Law of Nature, or of Moses made nothing perfect, yet the bringing in of a better hope by the Gospel did. Heb. 7.19. So that though the Law of Nature, or of Moses made nothing perfect, yet the bringing in of a better hope by the Gospel did. Hebrew 7.19. av cst cs dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f np1 vvd pix j, av dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 vdd. np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 3
265 And now we have nothing farther to expect, no more another Revelation than another Messiah; no more than another God to reward us, and another Heaven to reward us with. And now we have nothing farther to expect, no more Another Revelation than Another Messiah; no more than Another God to reward us, and Another Heaven to reward us with. cc av pns12 vhb pix jc pc-acp vvi, av-dx av-dc j-jn n1 cs j-jn np1; dx dc cs j-jn np1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 3
266 And with this I am to conclude, having passed, by God's Assistance, through the several Heads I at first proposed in the beginning of this Lecture. And with this I am to conclude, having passed, by God's Assistance, through the several Heads I At First proposed in the beginning of this Lecture. cc p-acp d pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi, vhg vvn, p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt j n2 pns11 p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 3
267 The Argument is the most Noble Subject in Religion; The Argument is the most Noble Subject in Religion; dt n1 vbz dt av-ds j j-jn p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 3
268 what has been wanting in the Management of it, is to be ascribed to the Weakness and Imperfection of the Instrument: what has been wanting in the Management of it, is to be ascribed to the Weakness and Imperfection of the Instrument: r-crq vhz vbn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 3
269 But if there has been any thing offer'd, which may tend to the farther Proof and Confirmation, the Illustration and Improvement of it; But if there has been any thing offered, which may tend to the farther Proof and Confirmation, the Illustration and Improvement of it; cc-acp cs a-acp vhz vbn d n1 vvd, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 3
270 it is to be ascribed to God, who is the giver of every good gift. it is to be ascribed to God, who is the giver of every good gift. pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 3
271 From him must we wait for the Blessing and Success, and To Him be all Honour and Glory, &c. Finis. From him must we wait for the Blessing and Success, and To Him be all Honour and Glory, etc. Finis. p-acp pno31 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc p-acp pno31 vbi d n1 cc n1, av fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 3

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68 0 Gen. 18.18. 22.18. Gen. 18.18. 22.18. np1 crd. crd.
68 1 Gen. 26.4. 28.14. Gen. 26.4. 28.14. np1 crd. crd.
69 0 Gen. 25.22, 23. Gen. 25.22, 23. np1 crd, crd
130 0 Heret. Fab. l. 5. c. 11. Heresy. Fab. l. 5. c. 11. np1. np1 n1 crd sy. crd
136 0 Acts 10.34. Acts 10.34. n2 crd.
140 0 Origen. contr. Cels. 1.6. Origen. Contr. Cels. 1.6. np1. vvb. np1 crd.
164 0 Tit. 1.2, 3. Tit. 1.2, 3. np1 crd, crd
178 0 Hist. l. 5. c. 2. §. 8. Hist. l. 5. c. 2. §. 8. np1 n1 crd sy. crd §. crd
182 0 Joseph. de Bell. 7. NONLATINALPHABET. Joseph. de Bell. 7.. np1. fw-fr n1. crd.
191 0 De civ. dei l. 2. c. 19. De civ. dei l. 2. c. 19. fw-fr crd. fw-la n1 crd sy. crd
202 0 Antiquis Sacerdotum literis. Antiquis Sacerdotum literis. fw-la fw-la fw-la.
204 0 Vt invalesecret Oriens. Vt invalesecret Orient. fw-la n1 fw-la.
204 1 V. Isai. 11.1. V. Isaiah 11.1. np1 np1 crd.
206 0 Zech. 6.12. Zechariah 6.12. np1 crd.
206 1 Luke 1.78. Luke 1.78. zz crd.
215 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Contr. Cels. l. 2. p. 68. . Contr Cels. l. 2. p. 68. . np1 np1 n1 crd n1 crd
228 0 Isai. 2.2. Isaiah 2.2. np1 crd.
228 1 Mic. 4.1. Mic. 4.1. np1 crd.
238 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Heb. 9.26. . Hebrew 9.26. . np1 crd.