A sermon preached upon the fifth of November, 1678. By a Protestant divine

Williams, John, 1636?-1709
Publisher: printed for Dorman Newman at the Kings Arms in the Poultry
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1678
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A66416 ESTC ID: R214125 STC ID: W2723
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms LXXXIII, 3; Gunpowder Plot, 1605; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 PSAL. LXXXIII. 3, 4. They have taken crafty counsel against thy people, and consulted against thy hidden ones: PSALM LXXXIII. 3, 4. They have taken crafty counsel against thy people, and consulted against thy hidden ones: np1 crd. crd, crd pns32 vhb vvn j n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvd p-acp po21 j pi2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 They have said, Come, and let us cut them off from being a Nation, that the name of Israel be no more in remembrance. They have said, Come, and let us Cut them off from being a nation, that the name of Israel be no more in remembrance. pns32 vhb vvn, vvb, cc vvb pno12 vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp vbg dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb dx dc p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 THIS Psalm may either refer to some particular time, when the Land of Israel had War with, THIS Psalm may either refer to Some particular time, when the Land of Israel had War with, d np1 vmb av-d vvi p-acp d j n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd n1 p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 and was invaded by the Edomites, Ismaelites, and the other Nations spoken of here, ver. 6, 7, 8; as it was in the Reign of David, 2 Sam. 8. 1, &c. and Jehosaphat, 2 Chron. 20. 1, 10. Or else it may be applied to the condition of the Jews with respect to the several enemies which they had from time to time, to the Captivity. and was invaded by the Edomites, Ismaelites, and the other nations spoken of Here, ver. 6, 7, 8; as it was in the Reign of David, 2 Sam. 8. 1, etc. and Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 20. 1, 10. Or Else it may be applied to the condition of the jews with respect to the several enemies which they had from time to time, to the Captivity. cc vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, np2, cc dt j-jn n2 vvn pp-f av, fw-la. crd, crd, crd; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt vvi pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd, av cc np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 At which time especially we find the Amonites and Moabites, the Edomites and Philistins, in Ezek. 25, with those of Tyre, chap. 26, to have been sworn enemies to the welfare of Israel, and to have rejoiced in the destruction and captivity of that people. At which time especially we find the Ammonites and Moabites, the Edomites and philistines, in Ezekiel 25, with those of Tyre, chap. 26, to have been sworn enemies to the welfare of Israel, and to have rejoiced in the destruction and captivity of that people. p-acp r-crq n1 av-j pns12 vvb dt np1 cc np2, dt n2 cc njp2, p-acp np1 crd, p-acp d pp-f n1, n1 crd, pc-acp vhi vbn vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 Upon which of these occasions this Psalm was penned, it is not so fit to determine, Upon which of these occasions this Psalm was penned, it is not so fit to determine, p-acp r-crq pp-f d n2 d n1 vbds vvn, pn31 vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 as it is to observe the lively representation that is here made of the enmity which the wicked do bear to the Church and people of God; as it is to observe the lively representation that is Here made of the enmity which the wicked do bear to the Church and people of God; c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst vbz av vvn pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt j vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 and of the need which the Church hath of, and of the protection it finds by the Divine Providence. and of the need which the Church hath of, and of the protection it finds by the Divine Providence. cc pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz a-acp, cc pp-f dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 The Jews were a typical people, an emblem of what the Church was like to be, The jews were a typical people, an emblem of what the Church was like to be, dt np2 vbdr dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vbi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 and of what it was like to meet with in future ages. and of what it was like to meet with in future ages. cc pp-f r-crq pn31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 They were seldom or never without enemies, and those enemies never without mischievous designs, which they laid with great cunning, They were seldom or never without enemies, and those enemies never without mischievous designs, which they laid with great cunning, pns32 vbdr av cc av-x p-acp n2, cc d n2 av-x p-acp j n2, r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp j n-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 and prosecuted with all their might; but they were also never without a defence, and with which they were always safe. and prosecuted with all their might; but they were also never without a defence, and with which they were always safe. cc vvd p-acp d po32 n1; cc-acp pns32 vbdr av av p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 The enemies might advise and conspire, confederate, assemble and joyn together; they might proceed, and promise themselves success in their design; The enemies might Advice and conspire, confederate, assemble and join together; they might proceed, and promise themselves success in their Design; dt n2 vmd vvi cc vvi, n1, vvi cc vvi av; pns32 vmd vvi, cc vvi px32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 but as long as Israel was the Church of God, it was safe: and as till it needed persecution, it should be preserved from it; but as long as Israel was the Church of God, it was safe: and as till it needed persecution, it should be preserved from it; cc-acp c-acp av-j c-acp np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbds j: cc c-acp c-acp pn31 vvd n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 so till it deserved it, should never be forsaken. so till it deserved it, should never be forsaken. av c-acp pn31 vvd pn31, vmd av-x vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 This is the account which the Psalmist gives of the state of that Church with respect to its enemies that sought to destroy it, This is the account which the Psalmist gives of the state of that Church with respect to its enemies that sought to destroy it, d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 and with respect to God, who took care to preserve it. In the Words we have, and with respect to God, who took care to preserve it. In the Words we have, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 1. An evil design laid and contrived, which was to destroy the people of God; They have taken counsel against thy people, and consulted against thy hidden ones. 1. an evil Design laid and contrived, which was to destroy the people of God; They have taken counsel against thy people, and consulted against thy hidden ones. crd dt j-jn n1 vvn cc vvn, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; pns32 vhb vvn n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvd p-acp po21 j pi2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
18 2. Their Confederacy in this design; They have said, come, and let us cut them off. So again, vers. 2. Their Confederacy in this Design; They have said, come, and let us Cut them off. So again, vers. crd po32 n1 p-acp d n1; pns32 vhb vvn, vvb, cc vvb pno12 vvi pno32 a-acp. av av, fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
19 5, They have consulted together with one consent: they are confederate against thee. 3. The success which they promised themselves in it; 5, They have consulted together with one consent: they Are confederate against thee. 3. The success which they promised themselves in it; crd, pns32 vhb vvn av p-acp crd n1: pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp pno21. crd dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd px32 p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
20 Come, and let us cut them off; as if it was what they could as soon do as say; Come, and let us Cut them off; as if it was what they could as soon do as say; vvb, cc vvb pno12 vvi pno32 a-acp; c-acp cs pn31 vbds q-crq pns32 vmd a-acp av vdb p-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
21 what they could not be opposed or prevented in. Accordingly I shall shew, what they could not be opposed or prevented in. Accordingly I shall show, r-crq pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp. av-vvg pns11 vmb vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
22 1. That the wicked do bear an enmity to the Church of God, and seek the destruction of it. 1. That the wicked do bear an enmity to the Church of God, and seek the destruction of it. crd cst dt j vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
23 Where I shall consider whence that doth proceed. Where I shall Consider whence that does proceed. c-crq pns11 vmb vvi c-crq d vdz vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 3
24 2. In what ways they do shew this enmity, and what course they take to afflict and destroy the Church. 2. In what ways they do show this enmity, and what course they take to afflict and destroy the Church. crd p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vdb vvi d n1, cc r-crq n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 3
25 3. The confidence which they have of success. 3. The confidence which they have of success. crd dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 3
26 4. By way of Supplement, I shall shew by what ways their designs may be prevented, and their enterprizes overthrown. 4. By Way of Supplement, I shall show by what ways their designs may be prevented, and their Enterprises overthrown. crd p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq n2 po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc po32 vvz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
27 First, I shall consider the enmity which the wicked bear to the Church of God, and from whence that doth proceed. First, I shall Consider the enmity which the wicked bear to the Church of God, and from whence that does proceed. ord, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 r-crq dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp c-crq d vdz vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
28 When we consider what the Church of God is, and of what excellent persons its Family doth consist, When we Consider what the Church of God is, and of what excellent Persons its Family does consist, c-crq pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, cc pp-f r-crq j n2 po31 n1 vdz vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
29 and by what excellent Rules it is ordered, we may think it as safe from all outward violence, as from any inward distemper; and by what excellent Rules it is ordered, we may think it as safe from all outward violence, as from any inward distemper; cc p-acp r-crq j n2 pn31 vbz vvn, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j p-acp d j n1, c-acp p-acp d j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
30 and that it should not find any enemies, since it doth not by any just invitations make them. and that it should not find any enemies, since it does not by any just invitations make them. cc cst pn31 vmd xx vvi d n2, c-acp pn31 vdz xx p-acp d j n2 vvb pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
31 From whence come wars and fightings among you? Come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? Ye lust and have not: From whence come wars and fightings among you? Come they not hence, even of your Lustiest that war in your members? the lust and have not: p-acp q-crq vvb n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp pn22? np1 pns32 xx av, av pp-f po22 n2 cst vvb p-acp po22 n2? dt n1 cc vhb xx: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
32 ye kill and desire to have. James 4. 1. •. you kill and desire to have. James 4. 1. •. pn22 vvb cc vvb pc-acp vhi. np1 crd crd •. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
33 When men do greedily desire what another doth possess, and use violence to thrust him out of his right that they themselves may enjoy it: When men do greedily desire what Another does possess, and use violence to thrust him out of his right that they themselves may enjoy it: c-crq n2 vdb av-j vvi r-crq j-jn vdz vvi, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 j-jn cst pns32 px32 vmb vvi pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
34 when they do envy the good of others, and do maliciously endeavour to supplant them in it: when they do envy the good of Others, and do maliciously endeavour to supplant them in it: c-crq pns32 vdb vvi dt j pp-f n2-jn, cc vdb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
35 when they do seek to revenge themselves upon those that have done them a real injury, when they do seek to revenge themselves upon those that have done them a real injury, c-crq pns32 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d cst vhb vdn pno32 dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
36 or that have prevented them from doing it to another; or that have prevented them from doing it to Another; cc cst vhb vvn pno32 p-acp vdg pn31 p-acp j-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
37 they grow quarrelsom and contentious, and fill the World with divisions and strifes, hatred and variance, blood and slaughter. they grow quarrelsome and contentious, and fill the World with divisions and strifes, hatred and variance, blood and slaughter. pns32 vvb j cc j, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
38 But now when men are meek and peaceable, when they are not forward to do any wrong to others, But now when men Are meek and peaceable, when they Are not forward to do any wrong to Others, p-acp av c-crq n2 vbr j cc j, c-crq pns32 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vdi d n-jn pc-acp n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
39 and backward to resent what they receive from them; and backward to resent what they receive from them; cc av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
40 one would think that they are as secure from receiving, as they are above the design of doing any hurt; one would think that they Are as secure from receiving, as they Are above the Design of doing any hurt; pi vmd vvi cst pns32 vbr a-acp j p-acp vvg, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
41 as the Apostle saith, 1 Pet. 3. 13, Who will harm you if ye be followers of that which is good? This is indeed often the reward of meekness, as the Apostle Says, 1 Pet. 3. 13, Who will harm you if you be followers of that which is good? This is indeed often the reward of meekness, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, q-crq vmb vvi pn22 cs pn22 vbb n2 pp-f d r-crq vbz j? d vbz av av dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
42 and modesty, of integrity and faithfulness, of justice and honesty, of goodness and piety, that it gains the good will and the good word of others, and modesty, of integrity and faithfulness, of Justice and honesty, of Goodness and piety, that it gains the good will and the good word of Others, cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pn31 vvz dt j n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
43 and procures peace and safety to those that practice it. and procures peace and safety to those that practice it. cc vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst n1 pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
44 But yet it is no rare thing for the best of men, and the best Religion in the World to meet with fierce oppositions and sharp persecutions. But yet it is no rare thing for the best of men, and the best Religion in the World to meet with fierce oppositions and sharp persecutions. p-acp av pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 cc j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
45 An instance of which is the people of Israel, who were continually practised upon, invaded and assaulted by those that were their neighbours. an instance of which is the people of Israel, who were continually practised upon, invaded and assaulted by those that were their neighbours. dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbdr av-j vvn p-acp, vvd cc vvn p-acp d cst vbdr po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 4
46 We find that no tie or obligation could secure them against, or engage others to be for them, We find that no tie or obligation could secure them against, or engage Others to be for them, pns12 vvb cst dx n1 cc n1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp, cc vvi n2-jn pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
47 but that they watched and took all advantages to surprize, to spoil and to ruin them. but that they watched and took all advantages to surprise, to spoil and to ruin them. cc-acp cst pns32 vvd cc vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
48 Some of these nations spoken of in this Psalm, had more reason to be their Friends than their Enemies. some of these Nations spoken of in this Psalm, had more reason to be their Friends than their Enemies. d pp-f d n2 vvn pp-f p-acp d n1, vhd dc n1 pc-acp vbi po32 n2 cs po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
49 The Ishmaelites descended directly from Abraham, and the Hagarens are supposed to be his posterity also by Keturah, whom some think to have been Hagar that he took again after Sarah 's death. The Ishmaelites descended directly from Abraham, and the Hagarens Are supposed to be his posterity also by Keturah, whom Some think to have been Hagar that he took again After Sarah is death. dt np1 vvn av-j p-acp np1, cc dt np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi po31 n1 av p-acp np1, ro-crq d vvb pc-acp vhi vbn np1 cst pns31 vvd av p-acp np1 vbz n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
50 The Moabites and Ammonites were the off-spring of Lot. The Edomites sprung from Esau the brother of Jacob: And which three last, besides this relation by blood, had a particular reason to forbear all Acts of Hostility, The Moabites and Ammonites were the offspring of Lot. The Edomites sprung from Esau the brother of Jacob: And which three last, beside this Relation by blood, had a particular reason to forbear all Acts of Hostility, dt np2 cc np2 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n2 vvn p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1: cc r-crq crd n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, vhd dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
51 as they were not disturbed by the Israelites when they passed by them into Canaan, Deut. 2. 5, 9. The rest of them were such whom Israel did not disturb or invade, as they were not disturbed by the Israelites when they passed by them into Canaan, Deuteronomy 2. 5, 9. The rest of them were such whom Israel did not disturb or invade, c-acp pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt np1 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbdr d r-crq np1 vdd xx vvi cc vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
52 unless when invaded, contenting themselves with what was given them by the decree, and order, and appointment of God. unless when invaded, contenting themselves with what was given them by the Decree, and order, and appointment of God. cs c-crq vvn, vvg px32 p-acp r-crq vbds vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
53 But it is not always quietness and innocency that are a sufficient protection; But it is not always quietness and innocency that Are a sufficient protection; p-acp pn31 vbz xx av n1 cc n1 cst vbr dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
54 even that, when nothing else can be the foundation of a quarrel, shall serve to make it. even that, when nothing Else can be the Foundation of a quarrel, shall serve to make it. av d, c-crq pix av vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
55 So that the Church may be persecuted without fault, and may fare ill, not because it is worse, So that the Church may be persecuted without fault, and may fare ill, not Because it is Worse, av cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vmb vvi j-jn, xx c-acp pn31 vbz jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
56 but better than those it receives injury from: and that will appear if we consider from whence this doth proceed. but better than those it receives injury from: and that will appear if we Consider from whence this does proceed. cc-acp jc cs d pn31 vvz n1 p-acp: cc cst vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb p-acp c-crq d vdz vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
57 1. This proceeds from the craft and policy, the malice and spite of the Devil, who being a competitor with God for dominion in the World, 1. This proceeds from the craft and policy, the malice and spite of the devil, who being a competitor with God for dominion in the World, crd np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbg dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 5
58 and whose whole design it is to defeat him in the good that he would do for mankind, doth perpetually labour to put a stop to whatever may be offered toward the delivering of the Souls of men out of his snare. and whose Whole Design it is to defeat him in the good that he would do for mankind, does perpetually labour to put a stop to whatever may be offered towards the delivering of the Souls of men out of his snare. cc rg-crq j-jn n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j cst pns31 vmd vdi p-acp n1, vdz av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 av pp-f po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
59 How doth he triumph in being the god of this World, and in the success that he hath upon poor and miserable mortals; How does he triumph in being the god of this World, and in the success that he hath upon poor and miserable mortals; q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz p-acp j cc j n2-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
60 most of whom he hath in all ages made his tributaries and vassals; most of whom he hath in all ages made his tributaries and vassals; ds pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp d n2 vvd po31 n2-jn cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
61 and by whom he was so generally served and obeyed, that it was but in a spot of the earth that God was truly worshipped, a Country not above 200 miles in length, and 80 in breadth. and by whom he was so generally served and obeyed, that it was but in a spot of the earth that God was truly worshipped, a Country not above 200 miles in length, and 80 in breadth. cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds av av-j vvn cc vvn, cst pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vbds av-j vvn, dt n1 xx p-acp crd n2 p-acp n1, cc crd p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
62 So Psal. 147. 19, 20, He sheweth his word unto Jacob: his statutes and his judgments unto Israel. So Psalm 147. 19, 20, He shows his word unto Jacob: his statutes and his Judgments unto Israel. np1 np1 crd crd, crd, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1: png31 n2 cc po31 n2 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
63 He hath not dealt so with any nation, and as for his judgments they have not known them. He hath not dealt so with any Nation, and as for his Judgments they have not known them. pns31 vhz xx vvn av p-acp d n1, cc c-acp p-acp po31 n2 pns32 vhb xx vvn pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
64 Whatever good men might be scattered through the World, and however Religion might be preserved in some particular Families and Tribes of other nations, (as it was in that of Job and his friends) yet there was no intire nation that kept up the Religion of the only true God, besides that of the Jews. When mankind had basely degenerated, Whatever good men might be scattered through the World, and however Religion might be preserved in Some particular Families and Tribes of other Nations, (as it was in that of Job and his Friends) yet there was no entire Nation that kept up the Religion of the only true God, beside that of the jews. When mankind had basely degenerated, r-crq j n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d pp-f np1 cc po31 n2) av pc-acp vbds dx j n1 cst vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j np1, p-acp d pp-f dt np2. c-crq n1 vhd av-j vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
65 and the state of the World grew worse and worse, God chose out the people of Israel for his peculiar service; and the state of the World grew Worse and Worse, God chosen out the people of Israel for his peculiar service; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av-jc cc av-jc, np1 vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
66 and as for other ends, so to be an instrument of winning others over to the same practice. and as for other ends, so to be an Instrument of winning Others over to the same practice. cc c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2-jn a-acp p-acp dt d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
67 This people he separated from the rest of the World; This people he separated from the rest of the World; d n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
68 and by his dealings with them, in dividing the Seas, piercing the Rocks, destroying the nations for them, and by his dealings with them, in dividing the Seas, piercing the Rocks, destroying the Nations for them, cc p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg dt n2, vvg dt n2, vvg dt n2 p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
69 and preserving them when threatned with the greatest dangers, so that no violence could hurt them, and preserving them when threatened with the greatest dangers, so that no violence could hurt them, cc vvg pno32 c-crq vvd p-acp dt js n2, av cst dx n1 vmd vvi pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
70 nor power disposses them, nor any thing destroy them but their sins; nor power disposses them, nor any thing destroy them but their Sins; ccx n1 n2 pno32, ccx d n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
71 by these and the like ways he made them conspicuous to the Nations far and near, by these and the like ways he made them conspicuous to the nations Far and near, p-acp d cc dt j n2 pns31 vvd pno32 j p-acp dt n2 av-j cc av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
72 and pu• such upon enquiring whence all this should proceed ▪ and so at length they might be won to own the same God, and pu• such upon inquiring whence all this should proceed ▪ and so At length they might be wone to own the same God, cc n1 d p-acp vvg c-crq d d vmd vvi ▪ cc av p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt d np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
73 and put themselves under his protection. and put themselves under his protection. cc vvi px32 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
74 So Deut. 4. 6, Keep therefore and do them [ my statutes ] for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of all the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, So Deuteronomy 4. 6, Keep Therefore and do them [ my statutes ] for this is your Wisdom and your understanding in the sighed of all the Nations, which shall hear all these statutes, np1 np1 crd crd, vvb av cc vdb pno32 [ po11 n2 ] c-acp d vbz po22 n1 cc po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2, r-crq vmb vvi d d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
75 and say, surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people. So Vers. 32. 33, 34. and Chap. 26. 18, 19. and say, surely this great Nation is a wise and understanding people. So Vers. 32. 33, 34. and Chap. 26. 18, 19. cc vvi, av-j d j n1 vbz dt j cc j-vvg n1. av np1 crd crd, crd cc np1 crd crd, crd (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
76 And when God had so visibly separated a people to himself from all the World, And when God had so visibly separated a people to himself from all the World, cc c-crq np1 vhd av av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp px31 p-acp d dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
77 and that by such eminent tokens of his presence with them, he had made them and himself known to the World, it was no wonder that the Devil set himself with all his might to prevent this growing-danger that threatned his Kingdom, and that by such eminent tokens of his presence with them, he had made them and himself known to the World, it was no wonder that the devil Set himself with all his might to prevent this growing-danger that threatened his Kingdom, cc cst p-acp d j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vhd vvn pno32 cc px31 vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds dx n1 cst dt n1 vvd px31 p-acp d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vvd po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
78 and to provide that his dominions which he had kept hitherto intire to himself, might not be invaded; and to provide that his Dominions which he had kept hitherto entire to himself, might not be invaded; cc pc-acp vvi cst po31 n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn av j p-acp px31, vmd xx vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
79 and what he had usurped might not be wrested out of his hands; and what he had usurped might not be wrested out of his hands; cc r-crq pns31 vhd vvn vmd xx vbi vvn av pp-f po31 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
80 Nothing should in such a case be wanting on his part that either his wit could invent, or his power perform; Nothing should in such a case be wanting on his part that either his wit could invent, or his power perform; pix vmd p-acp d dt n1 vbb vvg p-acp po31 n1 cst d po31 n1 vmd vvi, cc po31 n1 vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
81 and so without doubt he did stir up enemies to assault, vex and destroy them. and so without doubt he did stir up enemies to assault, vex and destroy them. cc av p-acp n1 pns31 vdd vvi a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, vvi cc vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
82 And he that did thus bestir himself in the first settlement of a National Church, cannot be thought to have forgot himself or to neglect his cause so far, And he that did thus Bestir himself in the First settlement of a National Church, cannot be Thought to have forgotten himself or to neglect his cause so Far, cc pns31 cst vdd av vvi px31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn px31 cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
83 as not to use an industry great and sufficient in proportion to the danger that was approaching; as not to use an industry great and sufficient in proportion to the danger that was approaching; c-acp xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 j cc j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
84 when no less a design was set on foot than of bringing the whole world into the same condition, when no less a Design was Set on foot than of bringing the Whole world into the same condition, c-crq dx av-dc dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cs pp-f vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
85 and making al• mankind to adore the King of kings, and Lord of lords in the same way. and making al• mankind to adore the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords in the same Way. cc vvg n1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
86 When this design was laid, and such a power appeared in its behalf, as threw him out of his Empire in a shameful way, When this Design was laid, and such a power appeared in its behalf, as threw him out of his Empire in a shameful Way, c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, cc d dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vvd pno31 av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
87 and tore up the foundations of it; and tore up the foundations of it; cc vvd a-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
88 we may suppose that he would bend all his forces that way, and that all his Crew would take up Arms to oppose whatever was like to procure the total overthrow of that Empire he had so long injoyed. we may suppose that he would bend all his forces that Way, and that all his Crew would take up Arms to oppose whatever was like to procure the total overthrow of that Empire he had so long enjoyed. pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi d po31 n2 cst n1, cc cst d po31 n1 vmd vvi a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbds av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vhd av av-j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
89 Then the gates of Hell, all the power and policy of it, would combine against the Church which Christ established so much to the prejudice of the Devils dominion. Then the gates of Hell, all the power and policy of it, would combine against the Church which christ established so much to the prejudice of the Devils dominion. av dt n2 pp-f n1, d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
90 It's said Revel. 12. 12, 13. Wo to the inhabiters of the earth, and of the Sea: It's said Revel. 12. 12, 13. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth, and of the Sea: pn31|vbz vvn vvb. crd crd, crd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
91 for the Devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time. for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, Because he Knoweth that he hath but a short time. c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pn22, vhg j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz cst pns31 vhz p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
92 And when the Dragon saw that he was castout unto the earth, he persecuted the woman which brought forth the man-child. And when the Dragon saw that he was castout unto the earth, he persecuted the woman which brought forth the Manchild. cc c-crq dt n1 vvd cst pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvn dt n1 r-crq vvd av dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
93 He that prided himself before in the extent of his dominions and numbers of his Subjects, being deprived of that Supremacy, breaks forth into the greatest rage against all the deserters of his government, He that prided himself before in the extent of his Dominions and numbers of his Subject's, being deprived of that Supremacy, breaks forth into the greatest rage against all the deserters of his government, pns31 cst vvd px31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2-jn, vbg vvn pp-f d n1, vvz av p-acp dt js n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
94 and seeks to destroy those whom he could not retain and keep firm to him. And this is one cause why the Church of God meets with opposition and persecution, and seeks to destroy those whom he could not retain and keep firm to him. And this is one cause why the Church of God meets with opposition and persecution, cc vvz pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi cc vvi j p-acp pno31. cc d vbz crd n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
95 as the Devil is concerned in the quarrel, and doth instigate bad men to manage and to carry it on. as the devil is concerned in the quarrel, and does instigate bad men to manage and to carry it on. c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vdz vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
96 Secondly, It proceeds from the restless tempe• … of wicked men, whose minds are set upon mischief and that do catch at all opportunities for it. Secondly, It proceeds from the restless tempe• … of wicked men, whose minds Are Set upon mischief and that do catch At all opportunities for it. ord, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 … pp-f j n2, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc d vdb vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
97 It is said of such, Prov. 1. 16, that their feet run to evil, and make haste to shed blood. It is said of such, Curae 1. 16, that their feet run to evil, and make haste to shed blood. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d, np1 crd crd, cst po32 n2 vvn p-acp j-jn, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
98 And Chap. 4. 16, 17. They sleep not except they have done mischief: and their sleep is taken away unless they cause some to fall. And Chap. 4. 16, 17. They sleep not except they have done mischief: and their sleep is taken away unless they cause Some to fallen. cc np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vvb xx c-acp pns32 vhb vdn n1: cc po32 n1 vbz vvn av cs pns32 vvb d pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
99 For they eat the bread of wickedness, and drink the wine of violence. For they eat the bred of wickedness, and drink the wine of violence. p-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
100 Wherefore they are fitly compared to the troubled Sea, when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt. Isaiah 57. 20. Wherefore they Are fitly compared to the troubled Sea, when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt. Isaiah 57. 20. c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, c-crq pn31 vmbx vvi, rg-crq n2 vvd a-acp n1 cc n1. np1 crd crd (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
101 When sin hath erected its Empire, and come to be predominant, it then becomes an interest; When since hath erected its Empire, and come to be predominant, it then becomes an Interest; q-crq n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi j, pn31 av vvz dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
102 and the heart of man which of it self is perpetually in motion, will then, being made a party, move strongly in its desires and designs that way which by such a depraved temper it is directed to. and the heart of man which of it self is perpetually in motion, will then, being made a party, move strongly in its Desires and designs that Way which by such a depraved temper it is directed to. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pp-f pn31 n1 vbz av-j p-acp n1, vmb av, vbg vvn dt n1, vvb av-j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 cst n1 r-crq p-acp d dt j-vvn n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
103 It's always then prepared for action; It's always then prepared for actium; pn31|vbz av av vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
104 and as it is habitually disposed, so being awakened by the least occasion, it presently is all on fire, and engages in the quarrel. and as it is habitually disposed, so being awakened by the least occasion, it presently is all on fire, and engages in the quarrel. cc c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, av vbg vvn p-acp dt ds n1, pn31 av-j vbz d p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
105 It will then appear in the Cause of Sin, and fight its battels; It will then appear in the Cause of since, and fight its battles; pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi po31 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
106 and whatever doth obstruct and oppose it, shall be looked upon and dealt with as an Enemy. and whatever does obstruct and oppose it, shall be looked upon and dealt with as an Enemy. cc r-crq vdz vvi cc vvi pn31, vmb vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
107 This doth all sin more or less wherever it is. This does all since more or less wherever it is. d vdz d n1 av-dc cc av-dc c-crq pn31 vbz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
108 But there are some sinners that from their own natural temper, or their manner of life, are more unquiet than others, But there Are Some Sinners that from their own natural temper, or their manner of life, Are more unquiet than Others, p-acp a-acp vbr d n2 cst p-acp po32 d j n1, cc po32 n1 pp-f n1, vbr av-dc j cs n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
109 and whom it's necessary for the peace and safety of the world, to find out some employment for (as they say it is for a Spirit when it is raised by the power of charms and witchcraft) and to watch over them, and whom it's necessary for the peace and safety of the world, to find out Some employment for (as they say it is for a Spirit when it is raised by the power of charms and witchcraft) and to watch over them, cc ro-crq pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1) cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
110 or else they will be perpetually hatching and doing of mischief. or Else they will be perpetually hatching and doing of mischief. cc av pns32 vmb vbi av-j n-vvg cc vdg pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
111 Such especially are they that •ive in Cloysters and Frieries, that having no set and fixed employments to take up their minds, are listning to all news, greedy of understanding the state of affairs, prying into every ones concerns, busying themselves in finding out what others think, design, or do: Such especially Are they that •ive in Cloisters and Friaries, that having no Set and fixed employments to take up their minds, Are listening to all news, greedy of understanding the state of affairs, prying into every ones concerns, busying themselves in finding out what Others think, Design, or do: d av-j vbr pns32 cst vvb p-acp n2 cc n2, cst vhg dx n1 cc j-vvn n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, vbr vvg p-acp d n1, j pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp d pi2 vvz, vvg px32 p-acp vvg av r-crq n2-jn vvb, n1, cc vdb: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
112 and therefore it is that there is no part of their office which they are so diligent in, and Therefore it is that there is no part of their office which they Are so diligent in, cc av pn31 vbz d pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f po32 n1 r-crq pns32 vbr av j p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
113 and expert at, as that of hearing confessions; and expert At, as that of hearing confessions; cc j p-acp, c-acp d pp-f vvg n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
114 This they can abide by all the day, when they have thereby ▪ an opportunity of diving into the hearts, This they can abide by all the day, when they have thereby ▪ an opportunity of diving into the hearts, d pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1, c-crq pns32 vhb av ▪ dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
115 and drawing out the secrets of others; of understanding the tempers of persons, the state of Families, Towns, and Kingdoms. and drawing out the secrets of Others; of understanding the tempers of Persons, the state of Families, Towns, and Kingdoms. cc vvg av dt n2-jn pp-f n2-jn; pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, n2, cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
116 These are very dangerous persons wherever they do reside. These Are very dangerous Persons wherever they do reside. d vbr av j n2 c-crq pns32 vdb vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
117 It's such as these that will not suffer Princes or People to be quiet (where they are admitted and indulged) but are perpetually instigating them, It's such as these that will not suffer Princes or People to be quiet (where they Are admitted and indulged) but Are perpetually instigating them, pn31|vbz d c-acp d cst vmb xx vvi n2 cc n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn (c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn) cc-acp vbr av-j j-vvg pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
118 and putting them forward upon dangerous enterprizes. and putting them forward upon dangerous Enterprises. cc vvg pno32 av-j p-acp j vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
119 These, that pretend to be under an Obligation not to divulge the secrets of Confession (although a Prince, These, that pretend to be under an Obligation not to divulge the secrets of Confessi (although a Prince, np1, cst vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n1 (cs dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
120 and Parliament, and thousands of People suffer by the concealment of it, as it had likely to have proved in the Gunpowder-Treason) make their advantage of these to breed ill blood, to foster and promote jealousies and contentions betwixt Prince and people, betwixt Nation and Nation, that their Cause may be promoted by it, and Parliament, and thousands of People suffer by the concealment of it, as it had likely to have proved in the Gunpowder treason) make their advantage of these to breed ill blood, to foster and promote jealousies and contentions betwixt Prince and people, betwixt nation and nation, that their Cause may be promoted by it, cc n1, cc crd pp-f n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pn31 vhd av-j pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1) vvb po32 n1 pp-f d pc-acp vvi j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 10
121 and by this means others may be made unable to hurt them, or defend themselves. and by this means Others may be made unable to hurt them, or defend themselves. cc p-acp d n2 n2-jn n1 vbb vvn j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
122 It's but fit therefore, since such have chosen the life of a Cloyster, that they should be confined to it, It's but fit Therefore, since such have chosen the life of a Cloister, that they should be confined to it, pn31|vbz p-acp j av, c-acp d vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
123 or else they are enough to set all the World on fire, and to draw men into perpetual quarrels and contentions. or Else they Are enough to Set all the World on fire, and to draw men into perpetual quarrels and contentions. cc av pns32 vbr av-d pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
124 These are they that keep the Church from being quiet, and Christians from the practice of those duties that tend to the peace, the order, and the security of it. These Are they that keep the Church from being quiet, and Christians from the practice of those duties that tend to the peace, the order, and the security of it. d vbr pns32 cst vvb dt n1 p-acp vbg j-jn, cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
125 3. It proceeds from the interest of wicked men, as it is Vers. 3. They have consulted against thy hidden ones, or as NONLATINALPHABET is rendred Psalm 17. 14. Thy treasures. So Vers. 12. They say, let us take to our selves the houses [ or ornaments ] of God in possession. The riches of the Temple, amongst other things, did, it seems, invite their avarice. 3. It proceeds from the Interest of wicked men, as it is Vers. 3. They have consulted against thy hidden ones, or as is rendered Psalm 17. 14. Thy treasures. So Vers. 12. They say, let us take to our selves the houses [ or Ornament ] of God in possession. The riches of the Temple, among other things, did, it seems, invite their avarice. crd pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po21 j pi2, cc p-acp vbz vvn np1 crd crd po21 n2. av np1 crd pns32 vvb, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt n2 [ cc n2 ] pp-f np1 p-acp n1. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j-jn n2, vdd, pn31 vvz, vvb po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
126 And this is frequently a reason of the enmity of such. The Church may either have somewhat which they want; And this is frequently a reason of the enmity of such. The Church may either have somewhat which they want; cc d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d. dt n1 vmb av-d vhb av r-crq pns32 vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
127 or else if it should prevail, deprive them of somewhat which they have, and so gives therefore sufficient ground of a quarrel. or Else if it should prevail, deprive them of somewhat which they have, and so gives Therefore sufficient ground of a quarrel. cc av cs pn31 vmd vvi, vvb pno32 pp-f av r-crq pns32 vhb, cc av vvz av j n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
128 The Apostle tells us of some men, whose God is their belly, and that mind earthly things, Phil. 3. 19. and of others, whose gain is godliness, 1 Tim. 6. 5, that are no further for Religion than Religion is for them, The Apostle tells us of Some men, whose God is their belly, and that mind earthly things, Philip 3. 19. and of Others, whose gain is godliness, 1 Tim. 6. 5, that Are no further for Religion than Religion is for them, dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f d n2, rg-crq n1 vbz po32 n1, cc d n1 j n2, np1 crd crd cc pp-f ng2-jn, rg-crq n1 vbz n1, vvn np1 crd crd, cst vbr dx jc p-acp n1 cs n1 vbz p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
129 and make use of that Sacred Name to obtain or secure their secular interest; and make use of that Sacred Name to obtain or secure their secular Interest; cc vvi n1 pp-f cst j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
130 and if this be opposed, Hell it self shall be moved, and all that power and policy can do, imployed to protect it. and if this be opposed, Hell it self shall be moved, and all that power and policy can do, employed to Pact it. cc cs d vbb vvn, n1 pn31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d cst n1 cc n1 vmb vdi, vvd pc-acp vvi pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
131 Religion it self shall be abandoned, and the Church of God harassed and persecuted, if they make against it. Religion it self shall be abandoned, and the Church of God harassed and persecuted, if they make against it. n1 pn31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 j cc vvn, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 11
132 This is one great reason of the quarrel betwixt us and the Church of Rome, and of all those attemps made upon us by a Foreign Power. This is one great reason of the quarrel betwixt us and the Church of Rome, and of all those attempts made upon us by a Foreign Power. d vbz pi j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f d d n2 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
133 England is a fruitful Country, and the people, of their own temper, inclined to devotion; England is a fruitful Country, and the people, of their own temper, inclined to devotion; np1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1, pp-f po32 d n1, vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
134 and it was a plentiful harvest which some men reaped here in former times from Peter-pence, and first-Fruits, and it was a plentiful harvest which Some men reaped Here in former times from Peterpence, and first-Fruits, cc pn31 vbds dt j n1 r-crq d n2 vvd av p-acp j n2 p-acp n2, cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
135 and Pensions, and Appeals, and Dispensations, and Indulgences, and Jubilees, and Pilgrimages; and Pensions, and Appeals, and Dispensations, and Indulgences, and Jubilees, and Pilgrimages; cc n2, cc vvz, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
136 they were goodly days when there were frequent returns in these kinds from hence to Rome: but now that there is a great Gulph fixed, by Laws and Statutes and Penalties, betwixt us and them, they were goodly days when there were frequent returns in these Kinds from hence to Room: but now that there is a great Gulf fixed, by Laws and Statutes and Penalties, betwixt us and them, pns32 vbdr j n2 c-crq pc-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp av p-acp vvi: p-acp av cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn, p-acp n2 cc n2 cc n2, p-acp pno12 cc pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
137 so that they which would pass from hence to them cannot; so that they which would pass from hence to them cannot; av cst pns32 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp av p-acp pno32 vmbx; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
138 neither can they pass to us, that would come from thence about such affairs without danger, neither can they pass to us, that would come from thence about such affairs without danger, dx vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno12, cst vmd vvi p-acp av p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
139 whilst those Laws are in being, and are put in execution; their bank is sunk, and they would fain be returning to their old quarter. while those Laws Are in being, and Are put in execution; their bank is sunk, and they would fain be returning to their old quarter. cs d n2 vbr p-acp n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp n1; po32 n1 vbz vvn, cc pns32 vmd av-j vbi vvg p-acp po32 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
140 There are Abbies, and Monastries, Frieries and Nunneries, with noble Mannors and large Demesnes; there are Benefices and Colledges which they thirst after. There Are Abbeys, and Monasteries, Friaries and Nunneries, with noble Manors and large Demesnes; there Are Benefices and Colleges which they thirst After. pc-acp vbr n2, cc n2, n2 cc n2, p-acp j n2 cc j n2; a-acp vbr n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vvb a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
141 These are the Souls that they so dearly prize and venture so hard to rescue out of the fire; These Are the Souls that they so dearly prize and venture so hard to rescue out of the fire; d vbr dt n2 cst pns32 av av-jn vvi cc vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
142 these are the Proselytes which they above all labour to gain: these Are the Proselytes which they above all labour to gain: d vbr dt n2 r-crq pns32 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi: (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
143 and because they are still kept out, what broils and stirs do they make? what do they not threaten and endeavour? And besides, there is danger, and Because they Are still kept out, what broils and stirs do they make? what do they not threaten and endeavour? And beside, there is danger, cc c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn av, r-crq n2 cc n2 vdb pns32 vvi? q-crq vdb pns32 xx vvi cc vvi? cc a-acp, pc-acp vbz n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
144 lest if they invade not us, that we should grow upon them, and other people begin to be wise as well as ours. lest if they invade not us, that we should grow upon them, and other people begin to be wise as well as ours. cs cs pns32 vvb xx pno12, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, cc j-jn n1 vvb pc-acp vbi j c-acp av c-acp png12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
145 Such also may come to see that Religion consists not in the visiting of a Church, Such also may come to see that Religion consists not in the visiting of a Church, d av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 vvz xx p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
146 or looking devoutly upon a Relique, or kissing a piece of wood, or bowing to an Image, or looking devoutly upon a Relic, or kissing a piece of wood, or bowing to an Image, cc vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
147 or crossing the breast, or in singring of Beads, or saying Prayers by tale, or being clad with the Robe of St. Francis, or walking barefoot, or crossing the breast, or in singring of Beads, or saying Prayers by tale, or being clad with the Robe of Saint Francis, or walking barefoot, cc vvg dt n1, cc p-acp j-vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg n2 p-acp n1, cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, cc j-vvg j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
148 or in being all night locked up in a Cloyster, or in fasting by eating of Fish, or in being all night locked up in a Cloister, or in fasting by eating of Fish, cc p-acp vbg d n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvg p-acp vvg pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
149 or in lighting up of Tapers, and making processions, and a thousand of the like apish and fantastical Ceremonies; or in lighting up of Tapers, and making procession, and a thousand of the like apish and fantastical Ceremonies; cc p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f n2, cc vvg n2, cc dt crd pp-f dt j j cc j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
150 nay, they might come to understand, that the Pope is not Christs Vicar, nor his Holiness Infallible; nay, they might come to understand, that the Pope is not Christ Vicar, nor his Holiness Infallible; uh-x, pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vbz xx npg1 n1, ccx po31 n1 j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
151 nor that he hath power to deliver Souls out of Purgatory; nor that he hath power to deliver Souls out of Purgatory; ccx cst pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
152 and what is more, that there is no such place as Purgatory, and so no need of praying for the dead, and what is more, that there is no such place as Purgatory, and so no need of praying for the dead, cc q-crq vbz av-dc, cst pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp n1, cc av dx n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
153 nor of Money to purchase those prayers. nor of Money to purchase those Prayers. ccx pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
154 This is a great reason why our Religion in the Church of England, which is a Reformation of those corrupt errors and practices that are crept into the Church of Rome, is so much disliked and inveighed against by the Popish faction. This is a great reason why our Religion in the Church of England, which is a Reformation of those corrupt errors and practices that Are crept into the Church of Rome, is so much disliked and inveighed against by the Popish faction. d vbz dt j n1 c-crq po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz av av-d vvn cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
155 For what would Rome signify if it had no supremacy over other Churches? what appeals would be made thither? what directions, commands and grants would be expected thence, For what would Room signify if it had no supremacy over other Churches? what appeals would be made thither? what directions, commands and grants would be expected thence, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi vvi cs pn31 vhd dx n1 p-acp j-jn n2? q-crq vvz vmd vbi vvn av? q-crq n2, n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
156 if each had as much authority within it self, as that now claims over all? If the rest of the Apostles had authority equal with St. Peter; if all their successours in the several parts of the World, were of the same degree, if each had as much Authority within it self, as that now claims over all? If the rest of the Apostles had Authority equal with Saint Peter; if all their Successors in the several parts of the World, were of the same degree, cs d vhd p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31 n1, c-acp cst av vvz p-acp d? cs dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vhd n1 vvi p-acp n1 np1; cs d po32 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, vbdr pp-f dt d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
157 and none had superiority over the rest; and none had superiority over the rest; cc pix vhd n1 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
158 if the Church of Ephesus where St. John was, or that of Jerusalem where St. James did preside, had as much priviledge as that of Rome, then she might sit as a widow in respect of what for these last ages she hath been, if the Church of Ephesus where Saint John was, or that of Jerusalem where Saint James did preside, had as much privilege as that of Room, then she might fit as a widow in respect of what for these last ages she hath been, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq n1 np1 vbds, cc d pp-f np1 c-crq n1 np1 vdd n1, vhd p-acp d n1 c-acp d pp-f vvi, cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq p-acp d ord n2 pns31 vhz vbn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
159 and be bereaved of all that Pomp and Greatness, that Wealth and Magnificence that she hath abounded in. and be bereft of all that Pomp and Greatness, that Wealth and Magnificence that she hath abounded in. cc vbi vvn pp-f d cst n1 cc n1, cst n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 14
160 Again, if there be no infallibility amongst them, if their Popes have mistaken in point of faith, Again, if there be no infallibility among them, if their Popes have mistaken in point of faith, av, cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp pno32, cs po32 ng1 vhb vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
161 and their decrees have been erroneous; if their Councils have miscarried in their determinations; if Tradition hath failed in what they pretend to be conveighed down by it; and their decrees have been erroneous; if their Councils have miscarried in their determinations; if Tradition hath failed in what they pretend to be conveyed down by it; cc po32 n2 vhb vbn j; cs po32 n2 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2; cs n1 vhz vvn p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvd a-acp p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
162 if their Church, that is, be no better than others; and whatever it pretends to, can really claim no better infallibility; if their Church, that is, be no better than Others; and whatever it pretends to, can really claim no better infallibility; cs po32 n1, cst vbz, vbb dx jc cs n2-jn; cc r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp, vmb av-j vvi dx jc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
163 Then what need will there be of being solicitous and inquisitive about what she shall require or determine? what need any one take a long journey thither, Then what need will there be of being solicitous and inquisitive about what she shall require or determine? what need any one take a long journey thither, av q-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi pp-f vbg j cc j p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi? q-crq vvb d crd vvb dt j n1 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
164 when he may with greater ease and as much certainty have his case resolved at home? Could that Church do no more than others, when he may with greater ease and as much certainty have his case resolved At home? Could that Church do no more than Others, c-crq pns31 vmb p-acp jc n1 cc p-acp d n1 vhb po31 n1 vvn p-acp n1-an? vmd d n1 vdb dx dc cs n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
165 and had it no such thing as a treasure of Merits and Superarogaions, no publick and general stock from whence such may be relieved as having made little conscience of Religion whilst they lived, have no other claim to the priviledges of it when they come to dye; and had it not such thing as a treasure of Merits and Superarogaions, no public and general stock from whence such may be relieved as having made little conscience of Religion while they lived, have no other claim to the privileges of it when they come to die; cc vhd pn31 xx d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, dx j cc j n1 p-acp c-crq d vmb vbi vvn p-acp vhg vvn j n1 pp-f n1 cs pns32 vvd, vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
166 where would be the profit that doth daily accrue to it by the issuing out of Indulgences? Were there nothing in the Reliques that are shewed by them, where would be the profit that does daily accrue to it by the issuing out of Indulgences? Were there nothing in the Relics that Are showed by them, q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 cst vdz av-j vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f n2? vbdr a-acp pix p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
167 and no more in that Blood of Christ which they expose to the view and veneration of the people, and no more in that Blood of christ which they expose to the view and veneration of the people, cc dx dc p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
168 than that of a Duck (as my Lord Herbert in his History of Henry the 8 th. saith it was found to be) were there no more in the Stairs of Pilate which the people with great devotion do climb up at Rome, and expect great Indulgences for, than that of a Duck (as my Lord Herbert in his History of Henry the 8 th. Says it was found to be) were there no more in the Stairs of Pilate which the people with great devotion do climb up At Room, and expect great Indulgences for, cs d pp-f dt n1 (c-acp po11 n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f np1 dt crd zz. vvz pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi) vbdr a-acp dx dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp j n1 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp vvb, cc vvb j n2 p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
169 than in those of an ordinary Church, who would make such tedious Pilgrimages thither? If Purgatory be yet a place to be discovered; than in those of an ordinary Church, who would make such tedious Pilgrimages thither? If Purgatory be yet a place to be discovered; cs p-acp d pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmd vvi d j n2 av? cs n1 vbb av dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
170 and what there is not so much proof of, as for a World in the Moon; and what there is not so much proof of, as for a World in the Moon; cc r-crq a-acp vbz xx av av-d n1 pp-f, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
171 if the proof of it depends upon Legends and Apparitions, &c. what will become of the Dirges and Prayers offered for the dead, if the proof of it depends upon Legends and Apparitions, etc. what will become of the Dirges and Prayers offered for the dead, cs dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp n2 cc n2, av q-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
172 and of the Priests whose incomes much depend upon it? If their Priests can do no more than ours, and of the Priests whose incomes much depend upon it? If their Priests can do no more than ours, cc pp-f dt n2 rg-crq n2 d vvb p-acp pn31? cs po32 n2 vmb vdi dx dc cs png12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
173 and to the eye and experience of the world, make no more alteration upon the Bread and the Wine consecrated by them, and to the eye and experience of the world, make no more alteration upon the Bred and the Wine consecrated by them, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb av-dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
174 than what is consecrated by us; than what is consecrated by us; cs r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
175 that after all their ceremony and a do about it, it is no other than what it was before, is of no other colour or tast, is of no more weight, that After all their ceremony and a doe about it, it is no other than what it was before, is of no other colour or taste, is of no more weight, cst p-acp d po32 n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dx j-jn av r-crq pn31 vbds a-acp, vbz pp-f dx j-jn n1 cc vvi, vbz pp-f dx dc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
176 and takes up no more room than before; and Takes up no more room than before; cc vvz a-acp dx dc n1 cs a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
177 what will become of the veneration that the Priest obtains, and the profit that he makes by it? If they can forgive sins upon no other terms than we, what will become of the veneration that the Priest obtains, and the profit that he makes by it? If they can forgive Sins upon no other terms than we, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp pn31? cs pns32 vmb vvi n2 p-acp dx j-jn n2 cs pns12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
178 and repentance and amendment of life must be the condition of it, What becomes of all their Dispensations, Pardons, Penances and Indulgences? If these and the like things fail, and Repentance and amendment of life must be the condition of it, What becomes of all their Dispensations, Pardons, Penances and Indulgences? If these and the like things fail, cc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, q-crq vvz pp-f d po32 n2, n2, n2 cc n2? cs d cc dt j n2 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
179 and that they are in the same condition with other Churches, a great part of their gain and dominion is lost. and that they Are in the same condition with other Churches, a great part of their gain and dominion is lost. cc cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n2, dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
180 And it is no wonder that they exclaim against us, that are so bold as to question and deny what they would in these and the like particulars impose upon the Christian world. And it is no wonder that they exclaim against us, that Are so bold as to question and deny what they would in these and the like particulars impose upon the Christian world. cc pn31 vbz dx n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp pno12, cst vbr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns32 vmd p-acp d cc dt j n2-j n1 p-acp dt njp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 16
181 They do then with as great reason set themselves against us, as Demetrius and the Crafts-men did oppose St. Paul and his associates, Acts 19. 25, Sirs, Ye know that by this craft we have our wealth. They do then with as great reason Set themselves against us, as Demetrius and the Craftsmen did oppose Saint Paul and his associates, Acts 19. 25, Sirs, You know that by this craft we have our wealth. pns32 vdb av p-acp c-acp j n1 vvn px32 p-acp pno12, c-acp npg1 cc dt n2 vdd vvi n1 np1 cc po31 n2, n2 crd crd, n2, pn22 vvb cst p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb po12 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 16
182 This, this is a case puts them hard to it, and therefore they are concerned, nearly concerned to see that this Heresie spreads no further, This, this is a case puts them hard to it, and Therefore they Are concerned, nearly concerned to see that this Heresy spreads no further, d, d vbz dt n1 vvz pno32 j p-acp pn31, cc av pns32 vbr vvn, av-j vvn pc-acp vvi cst d n1 vvz av-dx av-jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 16
183 and to root it up wherever it hath already prevailed. and to root it up wherever it hath already prevailed. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp c-crq pn31 vhz av vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 16
184 4. It may proceed from the excellency of a Church, when it doth outshine them in the best and truest Perfections, 4. It may proceed from the excellency of a Church, when it does outshine them in the best and Truest Perfections, crd pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp dt js cc js n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
185 and that true goodness and substantial piety is there taught and practised. and that true Goodness and substantial piety is there taught and practised. cc cst j n1 cc j n1 vbz a-acp vvn cc vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
186 When it is not taken up with little things, with imageries and fantastical appearances, but that the Religion it owns is what tends to make men better, When it is not taken up with little things, with imageries and fantastical appearances, but that the Religion it owns is what tends to make men better, c-crq pn31 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp n2 cc j n2, cc-acp cst dt n1 pn31 vvz vbz r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi n2 av-jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
187 and that they are made by it not so much Proselytes to a particular way, as to Vertue and Christianity. and that they Are made by it not so much Proselytes to a particular Way, as to Virtue and Christianity. cc cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 xx av d n2 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
188 Give me a Religion that works this way, that we may lay hold upon, that gives such rules and directions as will abide the examination, Give me a Religion that works this Way, that we may lay hold upon, that gives such rules and directions as will abide the examination, vvb pno11 dt n1 cst vvz d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp, cst vvz d n2 cc n2 c-acp vmb vvi dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
189 and last throughout ages, and are of good use to the world. and last throughout ages, and Are of good use to the world. cc ord p-acp n2, cc vbr pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
190 There are some principles which run all into Air, and carry you away till you know not where you are; There Are Some principles which run all into Air, and carry you away till you know not where you Are; pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vvb d p-acp n1, cc vvb pn22 av c-acp pn22 vvb xx c-crq pn22 vbr; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
191 that hoise a man above ground, and make him full of selfconceit; that hoist a man above ground, and make him full of Self-conceit; d vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno31 j pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
192 and which he is so mighty fond of, that all that are not as fanciful as himself, shall be accounted Hereticks and what not. and which he is so mighty found of, that all that Are not as fanciful as himself, shall be accounted Heretics and what not. cc r-crq pns31 vbz av j j pp-f, cst d cst vbr xx p-acp j c-acp px31, vmb vbi vvn n2 cc q-crq xx. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
193 This is too true of some amongst our selves, and it is also as true of the Romish Church, that talk of infallibility, infallibility, This is too true of Some among our selves, and it is also as true of the Romish Church, that talk of infallibility, infallibility, d vbz av j pp-f d p-acp po12 n2, cc pn31 vbz av p-acp j pp-f dt np1 n1, cst n1 pp-f n1, n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
194 and yet the Popes and their own Councils have as grosly mistaken, as those that never pretend to it; and yet the Popes and their own Councils have as grossly mistaken, as those that never pretend to it; cc av dt ng1 cc po32 d n2 vhb p-acp av-j vvn, c-acp d cst av-x vvb p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
195 that talk of Absolution and Indulgence, and yet mens sins are no otherwise forgiven than upon the terms of the Gospel, such as Faith, Repentance and new Obedience (as the soberer of themselves acknowledge); that talk of Absolution and Indulgence, and yet men's Sins Are not otherwise forgiven than upon the terms of the Gospel, such as Faith, Repentance and new obedience (as the Soberer of themselves acknowledge); cst n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av ng2 n2 vbr xx av vvn cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d c-acp n1, n1 cc j n1 (c-acp dt jc pp-f px32 vvi); (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
196 that tell of Christ's being bodily present at the Sacrament, flesh and blood as much as our selves, that tell of Christ's being bodily present At the Sacrament, Flesh and blood as much as our selves, cst vvb pp-f npg1 vbg j j p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp d c-acp po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
197 and yet he is no otherwise to be seen than by our plain way of Faith, and yet he is not otherwise to be seen than by our plain Way of Faith, cc av pns31 vbz xx av pc-acp vbi vvn cs p-acp po12 j n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
198 unless they take fancy for another. unless they take fancy for Another. cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
199 These and the like notions are full of wind, and make their Religion look big and bulky, These and the like notions Are full of wind, and make their Religion look big and bulky, np1 cc dt j n2 vbr j pp-f n1, cc vvi po32 n1 vvb j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
200 but its either all art, and not nature; or, what is worse, the distemper and not the constitution of it: but its either all art, and not nature; or, what is Worse, the distemper and not the constitution of it: cc-acp pn31|vbz d d n1, cc xx n1; cc, r-crq vbz av-jc, dt n1 cc xx dt n1 pp-f pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
201 It's a Religion so far of their own making, and which is made to serve an interest. It's a Religion so Far of their own making, and which is made to serve an Interest. pn31|vbz dt n1 av av-j pp-f po32 d vvg, cc r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
202 But now if a Church is plain in its Doctrine, grave in its Directions, substantial in its Principles, But now if a Church is plain in its Doctrine, grave in its Directions, substantial in its Principles, p-acp av cs dt n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, j p-acp po31 n2, j p-acp po31 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
203 and what drive at present practice (as these of ours do), it shall be struck at by these kind of Hectors; and if they could, banished out of the world. and what drive At present practice (as these of ours do), it shall be struck At by these kind of Hectors; and if they could, banished out of the world. cc q-crq vvb p-acp j n1 (c-acp d pp-f png12 vdb), pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1; cc cs pns32 vmd, vvd av pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
204 5. It may proceed from the disposal of Divine Providence, that for the punishing of the sins of a Church, doth not only suffer others to afflict her, 5. It may proceed from the disposal of Divine Providence, that for the punishing of the Sins of a Church, does not only suffer Others to afflict her, crd pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vdz xx av-j vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
205 but turn their displeasure that way. but turn their displeasure that Way. cc-acp vvb po32 n1 cst n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
206 When the heart is of it self bent upon mischief, and full fraught with evil and pernicious inclinations and designs, God may make use of that temper for the serving of his own Providence, When the heart is of it self bent upon mischief, and full fraught with evil and pernicious inclinations and designs, God may make use of that temper for the serving of his own Providence, c-crq dt n1 vbz pp-f pn31 n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp j-jn cc j n2 cc n2, np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
207 and may direct it as he pleaseth without being guilty of the sin of it. and may Direct it as he Pleases without being guilty of the since of it. cc vmb vvi pn31 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp vbg j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
208 So Psal. 105. 25, He turned their heart to hate his people, to deal subtilly with his servants. So Psalm 105. 25, He turned their heart to hate his people, to deal subtly with his Servants. np1 np1 crd crd, pns31 vvd po32 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
209 Their heart before was corrupt and mischievous, and he made use of it for the serving of his own design; Their heart before was corrupt and mischievous, and he made use of it for the serving of his own Design; po32 n1 a-acp vbds j cc j, cc pns31 vvd n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
210 He doth not infuse this into such, or necessitate them by any absolute decree or act of his own to be ambitious, He does not infuse this into such, or necessitate them by any absolute Decree or act of his own to be ambitious, pns31 vdz xx vvi d p-acp d, cc n1 pno32 p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d pc-acp vbi j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
211 or proud, or covetous, or cruel, but it is what he finds; or proud, or covetous, or cruel, but it is what he finds; cc j, cc j, cc j, cc-acp pn31 vbz r-crq pns31 vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
212 and the direction of it to such objects, doth no more make him the Author of it, and the direction of it to such objects, does no more make him the Author of it, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2, vdz av-dx av-dc vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
213 than that person that divides and directs the Stream, can be the maker of it. than that person that divides and directs the Stream, can be the maker of it. cs d n1 cst vvz cc vvz dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
214 It is what he finds to his hands, and what he doth only order and dispose of. It is what he finds to his hands, and what he does only order and dispose of. pn31 vbz r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cc r-crq pns31 vdz av-j vvi cc n1 pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
215 And thus much is intimated in the phrase used in Scripture of stirring up an adversary. God by his disposal ordering and directing the inclinations of men that were before in the heart, according as time and occasion requireth. And thus much is intimated in the phrase used in Scripture of stirring up an adversary. God by his disposal ordering and directing the inclinations of men that were before in the heart, according as time and occasion requires. cc av d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvg a-acp dt n1. np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvg cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n2 cst vbdr a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
216 This is plain in what is said, 1 Kings 11. 14, The Lord stirred up an adversary unto Solomon, Hadad the Edomite, he was of the Kings seed in Edom. Hadad being beaten out of his Country by David, and forced to take shelter under the King of Egypt, did doubtless wait an opportunity of returning, This is plain in what is said, 1 Kings 11. 14, The Lord stirred up an adversary unto Solomon, Hadad the Edomite, he was of the Kings seed in Edom. Hadad being beaten out of his Country by David, and forced to take shelter under the King of Egypt, did doubtless wait an opportunity of returning, d vbz j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, crd n2 crd crd, dt n1 vvd a-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 dt np1, pns31 vbds pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1 np1 vbg vvn av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
217 and yet notwithstanding, we had nothing of any attempts made by him that way till the latter end of Solomon (to whom God had promised a peaceable reign, and yet notwithstanding, we had nothing of any attempts made by him that Way till the latter end of Solomon (to whom God had promised a peaceable Reign, cc av a-acp, pns12 vhd pix pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 cst n1 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f np1 (p-acp ro-crq np1 vhd vvn dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
218 as long as he continued to serve him) when his wives had turned away his heart after other gods, vers. as long as he continued to serve him) when his wives had turned away his heart After other God's, vers. c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31) q-crq po31 n2 vhd vvn av po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, zz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
219 4. and then Hadad is said to have desired Pharoah 's leave to depart, vers. 21. God then making use of the setled inclinations of his mind, in punishment to Solomon for his Apostacy. 4. and then Hadad is said to have desired Pharaoh is leave to depart, vers. 21. God then making use of the settled inclinations of his mind, in punishment to Solomon for his Apostasy. crd cc av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn np1 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, fw-la. crd np1 av vvg n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
220 So God is said to send the Assyrian, Isa. 1•. 5, 6. His pride and vain glory, were what did engage him to invade the dominions of others, vers. 7. 8, It is in his heart to destroy, So God is said to send the assyrian, Isaiah 1•. 5, 6. His pride and vain glory, were what did engage him to invade the Dominions of Others, vers. 7. 8, It is in his heart to destroy, av np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb dt jp, np1 n1. crd, crd po31 n1 cc j n1, vbdr q-crq vdd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, fw-la. crd crd, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
221 and cut off nations not a few. and Cut off Nations not a few. cc vvd a-acp n2 xx dt d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
222 For he saith, are not my Princes altogether Kings? And God served himself of this temper of his, For he Says, Are not my Princes altogether Kings? And God served himself of this temper of his, p-acp pns31 vvz, vbr xx po11 n2 av n2? cc np1 vvd px31 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
223 and turned him upon the people of Gods wrath, as the Children of Israel are there called. and turned him upon the people of God's wrath, as the Children of Israel Are there called. cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr a-acp vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
224 So he is said to bring Nebuchadnezzar against them, Jer. 25. 9. So that a Church and people may come thus to suffer through Gods wise and powerful ordination, So he is said to bring Nebuchadnezzar against them, Jer. 25. 9. So that a Church and people may come thus to suffer through God's wise and powerful ordination, av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb np1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd av cst dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 j cc j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
225 as they by their sins have provoked him to anger; as they by their Sins have provoked him to anger; c-acp pns32 p-acp po32 n2 vhb vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
226 and when it hath done this work, and served this end, and that by it they are brought to repentance, the same hand that brought it on will carry it off. and when it hath done this work, and served this end, and that by it they Are brought to Repentance, the same hand that brought it on will carry it off. cc c-crq pn31 vhz vdn d n1, cc vvd d n1, cc cst p-acp pn31 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, dt d n1 cst vvd pn31 p-acp n1 vvi pn31 a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
227 2. I shall proceed to the second general, which is to observe the ways in which they shew this enmity, 2. I shall proceed to the second general, which is to observe the ways in which they show this enmity, crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 19
228 or the course which they take for the destruction of the Church; and that is, deep consultation and joynt endeavour, They take crafty counsel, and are confederate. or the course which they take for the destruction of the Church; and that is, deep consultation and joint endeavour, They take crafty counsel, and Are confederate. cc dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc d vbz, j-jn n1 cc j n1, pns32 vvb j n1, cc vbr j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 19
229 And this is the most likely way to accomplish a design, when it is cunningly contrived, and closely prosecuted. And this is the most likely Way to accomplish a Design, when it is cunningly contrived, and closely prosecuted. cc d vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz av-jn vvn, cc av-j vvd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 19
230 For all the action in the world, without good consultation, may be baffled and disappointed; and the shrewdest consultation without vigorous action will come to nothing; For all the actium in the world, without good consultation, may be baffled and disappointed; and the shrewdest consultation without vigorous actium will come to nothing; p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n1, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn; cc dt js n1 p-acp j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pix; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 19
231 but when both these do meet, it hath the fairest hopes of success. but when both these do meet, it hath the Fairest hope's of success. cc-acp c-crq av-d d vdb vvi, pn31 vhz dt js n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 19
232 And this the Adversaries of the Church are not wanting in, who do too often surmount in both, those that have the best cause, And this the Adversaries of the Church Are not wanting in, who do too often surmount in both, those that have the best cause, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx vvg p-acp, r-crq vdb av av vvi p-acp d, d cst vhb dt js n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 20
233 and whose greatest interest it is to defend it. But there are particular ways which such do take. As, and whose greatest Interest it is to defend it. But there Are particular ways which such do take. As, cc r-crq js n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31. p-acp a-acp vbr j n2 r-crq d vdb vvi. p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 20
234 1. Slandering their adversaries, and raising false reports of them. 1. Slandering their Adversaries, and raising false reports of them. crd vvg po32 n2, cc vvg j n2 pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
235 They are then dealt with as the primitive Christians were by their persecutors, who were dressed up in the skins of such Creatures as would the more exasperate and invite the wild beasts to which they were exposed, to tear and devour them; They Are then dealt with as the primitive Christians were by their persecutors, who were dressed up in the skins of such Creatures as would the more exasperate and invite the wild beasts to which they were exposed, to tear and devour them; pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp p-acp dt j np1 vbdr p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp vmd dt av-dc vvi cc vvi dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
236 they shall be represented as Hypocrites and Deceivers, as Hereticks and Infidels, as pernicious and dangerous. they shall be represented as Hypocrites and Deceivers, as Heretics and Infidels, as pernicious and dangerous. pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
237 So it was with the Christians of old, who were said to be Atheists and contemners of all Religion, So it was with the Christians of old, who were said to be Atheists and contemners of all Religion, av pn31 vbds p-acp dt np1 pp-f j, r-crq vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
238 and guilty of the foulest crimes, as Sacriledge, Sedition, Incest and Murder; and guilty of the Foulest crimes, as Sacrilege, Sedition, Incest and Murder; cc j pp-f dt js n2, c-acp n1, n1, n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
239 and it is no wonder when thus represented, that some of the best of the Heathenish Emperers made Laws and Edicts against them, and it is no wonder when thus represented, that Some of the best of the Heathenish Emperers made Laws and Edicts against them, cc pn31 vbz dx n1 c-crq av vvn, cst d pp-f dt js pp-f dt j n2 vvn n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
240 and followed them with severe persecutions, as Trajan, Adrian, and Antoninus, till they were made to understand better by their Apologists. And so it happens often in the World, that Religion for want of being understood, and followed them with severe persecutions, as Trajan, Adrian, and Antoninus, till they were made to understand better by their Apologists. And so it happens often in the World, that Religion for want of being understood, cc vvd pno32 p-acp j n2, c-acp np1, np1, cc np1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp po32 ng1. cc av pn31 vvz av p-acp dt n1, cst n1 p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
241 and the Religious for want of being truly known, are evil intreated by them that mean well. and the Religious for want of being truly known, Are evil entreated by them that mean well. cc dt j p-acp n1 pp-f vbg av-j vvn, vbr j-jn vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
242 But as such by mistake and misreport may become Enemies to what is good, thinking it to be evil; But as such by mistake and misreport may become Enemies to what is good, thinking it to be evil; cc-acp c-acp d p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp r-crq vbz j, vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi j-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
243 so bad men are willing to have it so, and do therefore take all occasions to asperse Religion, that they may expose that and those that are better than themselves to obloquy and reproach; so bad men Are willing to have it so, and do Therefore take all occasions to asperse Religion, that they may expose that and those that Are better than themselves to obloquy and reproach; av j n2 vbr j pc-acp vhi pn31 av, cc vdb av vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi d cc d cst vbr j cs px32 p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
244 for by how much the more they can cast dirt upon them, by so much the more do they think themselves vindicated. for by how much the more they can cast dirt upon them, by so much the more do they think themselves vindicated. c-acp p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp av av-d dt n1 vdb pns32 vvb px32 vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
245 And this is no small artifice of the Church of Rome, in the foul dealing which they shew to those that will not own its authority, And this is no small artifice of the Church of Rome, in the foul dealing which they show to those that will not own its Authority, cc d vbz dx j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n-vvg r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d cst vmb xx vvi po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
246 and submit to its unlimited Jurisdiction; and submit to its unlimited Jurisdiction; cc vvi p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
247 they will take Hell it self for calumnies, and say any thing that will serve to disgrace them. they will take Hell it self for calumnies, and say any thing that will serve to disgrace them. pns32 vmb vvi n1 pn31 n1 p-acp n2, cc vvb d n1 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
248 They will dress them up as the poor people that are condemned for Heresie by the Inquisition, in Sanbenito's and Coats painted over with Owls and Devils, to make them ridiculous or worse, They will dress them up as the poor people that Are condemned for Heresy by the Inquisition, in Sanbenito's and Coats painted over with Owls and Devils, to make them ridiculous or Worse, pns32 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp npg1 cc n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 j cc av-jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
249 and to take the people off from condoling their misfortune; and to take the people off from condoling their misfortune; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp vvg po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
250 they will describe their adversaries in Characters of blood and soot, and what not, to set the people on with fury, and render them implacable. they will describe their Adversaries in Characters of blood and soot, and what not, to Set the people on with fury, and render them implacable. pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc q-crq xx, pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
251 Thus we find they did by Luther, whom they will needs have to dye, just when he had entertained his Friends with merry conceits, Thus we find they did by Luther, whom they will needs have to die, just when he had entertained his Friends with merry conceits, av pns12 vvb pns32 vdd p-acp np1, ro-crq pns32 vmb av vhi pc-acp vvi, av c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 n2 p-acp j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
252 and had been entertained at a plentiful Supper, and that immediately his Soul was carried away by Devils; and had been entertained At a plentiful Supper, and that immediately his Soul was carried away by Devils; cc vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc cst av-j po31 n1 vbds vvn av p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
253 when the truth is, that after he had been long troubled with a pain in his breast, when the truth is, that After he had been long troubled with a pain in his breast, c-crq dt n1 vbz, cst c-acp pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
254 and was brought by it under great weakness, he was in continual expectation of death; (though he ceased not to Preach as he had any intermission) and the night that he died, and was brought by it under great weakness, he was in continual expectation of death; (though he ceased not to Preach as he had any intermission) and the night that he died, cc vbds vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp j n1, pns31 vbds p-acp j n1 pp-f n1; (cs pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vhd d n1) cc dt n1 cst pns31 vvd, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
255 though weak, yet set down with his Friends, discoursing about the state in Heaven, and whether we shall then know one another; though weak, yet Set down with his Friends, discoursing about the state in Heaven, and whither we shall then know one Another; cs j, av vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc cs pns12 vmb av vvi pi j-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
256 and then retiring, according to his custom, to private Prayer, he found that his pain increased; and then retiring, according to his custom, to private Prayer, he found that his pain increased; cc av vvg, vvg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n1, pns31 vvd cst po31 n1 vvd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
257 and perceiving, after some hours, that his end drew near, he exhorted his Friends, and declared his perseverance in the Faith; and perceiving, After Some hours, that his end drew near, he exhorted his Friends, and declared his perseverance in the Faith; cc vvg, c-acp d n2, cst po31 n1 vvd av-j, pns31 vvd po31 n2, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
258 and praying with great fervency, concluded that and his life together, with, Father into thy hands I commit my spirit; and praying with great fervency, concluded that and his life together, with, Father into thy hands I commit my Spirit; cc vvg p-acp j n1, vvd d cc po31 n1 av, p-acp, n1 p-acp po21 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
259 thou hast redeemed me, O God of truth. thou hast redeemed me, Oh God of truth. pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, uh np1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
260 So they tell us that Calvin was given to gluttony and Epicurism, and was branded for Sodomy at Noviodunum, where he was born; So they tell us that calvin was given to gluttony and Epicurism, and was branded for Sodomy At Noviodunum, where he was born; av pns32 vvb pno12 d np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
261 whereas he was a man of great abstinence, never eating any thing for Ten years before his death till evening; whereas he was a man of great abstinence, never eating any thing for Ten Years before his death till evening; cs pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1, av-x vvg d n1 p-acp crd n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
262 and is cleared of the latter by Jacob le Vasseur Dean of Noviodunum, in his Book which he published of the Annals of that Church in 1633. Thus would they make our Religion and all that profess it, look miscreantly in the eyes of the world, that they might fall on us without mercy, and is cleared of the latter by Jacob le Vasseur Dean of Noviodunum, in his Book which he published of the Annals of that Church in 1633. Thus would they make our Religion and all that profess it, look miscreantly in the eyes of the world, that they might fallen on us without mercy, cc vbz vvn pp-f dt d p-acp np1 fw-fr np1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp crd av vmd pns32 vvi po12 n1 cc d cst vvb pn31, vvb av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
263 and worry us with some reputation. 2. By dividing the Church, and setting one part of it against the other. and worry us with Some reputation. 2. By dividing the Church, and setting one part of it against the other. cc vvi pno12 p-acp d n1. crd p-acp vvg dt n1, cc vvg crd n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
264 It's the policy of the Church of Rome, that though they have more and greater divisions amongst them, It's the policy of the Church of Rome, that though they have more and greater divisions among them, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst cs pns32 vhb dc cc jc n2 p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
265 as about the seat of infallibility it self (which is a fundamental principle with them) than we, as about the seat of infallibility it self (which is a fundamental principle with them) than we, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32) cs pns12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
266 yet that there is a superiour power to crush them; yet that there is a superior power to crush them; av cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
267 and though they cannot be reconciled and put to an end, yet that that puts them to silence, and though they cannot be reconciled and put to an end, yet that that puts them to silence, cc cs pns32 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, av d cst vvz pno32 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
268 and so they are kept from doing mischief. and so they Are kept from doing mischief. cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vdg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
269 But where persons have a free liberty, and few or no restraints laid upon them, they are tempted to break into parties, But where Persons have a free liberty, and few or no restraints laid upon them, they Are tempted to break into parties, p-acp c-crq n2 vhb dt j n1, cc d cc dx n2 vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
270 and those parties are apt to break one against the other, by which means they are often made a prey to the common Adversary. and those parties Are apt to break one against the other, by which means they Are often made a prey to the Common Adversary. cc d n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi pi p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vbr av vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
271 And I pray God this be not the event of this state with us. I am sure there hath not been wanting endeavour on their part to effect it; And I pray God this be not the event of this state with us. I am sure there hath not been wanting endeavour on their part to Effect it; cc pns11 vvb np1 d vbb xx dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12. pns11 vbm av-j a-acp vhz xx vbn vvg n1 p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
272 endeavour I say, to make and aggravate and perpetuate differences, that so all might lie at their mercy. endeavour I say, to make and aggravate and perpetuate differences, that so all might lie At their mercy. vvb pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi n2, cst av d vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
273 How do they sort with all persons, strike into all Societies, take upon themselves the guise of all parties, that they may bring each to war against other, How do they sort with all Persons, strike into all Societies, take upon themselves the guise of all parties, that they may bring each to war against other, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi d p-acp n1 p-acp n-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
274 and fight the battels of Rome whilst they fight one with the other, and all may fall a Sacrifice to its fury. 3. By downright force: and fight the battles of Room while they fight one with the other, and all may fallen a Sacrifice to its fury. 3. By downright force: cc vvi dt n2 pp-f vvb cs pns32 vvb pi p-acp dt n-jn, cc d vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. crd p-acp j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
275 that when other means do fail, or that they are weary of expecting what will be the issue of them, they do without more ado, run to their Arms, that when other means do fail, or that they Are weary of expecting what will be the issue of them, they do without more ado, run to their Arms, cst c-crq j-jn n2 vdb vvi, cc cst pns32 vbr j pp-f vvg r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vdb p-acp dc n1, vvn p-acp po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
276 and bring the Cause to a decision in open Field. In open Field, say I, I wish that were all; and bring the Cause to a decision in open Field. In open Field, say I, I wish that were all; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1. p-acp j n1, vvb pns11, pns11 vvb cst vbdr d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
277 nay they will assassinate and massacre, blow up or burn, or do any thing that either treachery or cruelty can teach them. nay they will assassinate and massacre, blow up or burn, or do any thing that either treachery or cruelty can teach them. uh-x pns32 vmb vvi cc n1, vvb a-acp cc vvi, cc vdb d n1 cst d n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
278 This is too true a Character of the Church of Rome, That ever since it first drew the sword in the time of Hildebrand, never knew what it was to sheath it again, This is too true a Character of the Church of Rome, That ever since it First drew the sword in the time of Hildebrand, never knew what it was to sheath it again, d vbz av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst av c-acp pn31 ord vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-x vvd r-crq pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi pn31 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
279 but that hath prosecuted it's Cause by force of Arms to this day. but that hath prosecuted it's Cause by force of Arms to this day. cc-acp cst vhz vvd pn31|vbz n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
280 It's that which hath claimed a Jurisdiction over Princes, and a power to depose and dethrone them. It's that which hath claimed a Jurisdiction over Princes, and a power to depose and dethrone them. pn31|vbz d r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n2, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
281 It's that which hath disposed of their Kingdoms, and given Subjects authority to rebel against them. It's that which hath disposed of their Kingdoms, and given Subjects Authority to rebel against them. pn31|vbz d r-crq vhz vvn pp-f po32 n2, cc vvn np1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 23
282 It's that which hath raised Armies, and animated Princes to head them against the Laws of Nations. It's that which hath raised Armies, and animated Princes to head them against the Laws of nations. pn31|vbz d r-crq vhz vvn n2, cc j-vvn n2 p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
283 It's to that we are beholding for 88, when with the Popes blessing, no less than a Fleet of 130 Ships, with 19290 Souldiers on board, besides Seamen, was sent to invade England, and despoil Queen Elizabeth of her Crown and Kingdom. It's to that we Are beholding for 88, when with the Popes blessing, no less than a Fleet of 130 Ships, with 19290 Soldiers on board, beside Seamen, was sent to invade England, and despoil Queen Elizabeth of her Crown and Kingdom. pn31|vbz p-acp d pns12 vbr vvg p-acp crd, c-crq p-acp dt n2 n1, av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f crd n2, p-acp crd n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n2, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvi n1 np1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
284 But what is all this to their bloody Conspiracies! But what is all this to their bloody Conspiracies! p-acp r-crq vbz d d p-acp po32 j n2! (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
285 An Army cannot move without giving an Alarm, it awakens others, and puts them upon their guard; an Army cannot move without giving an Alarm, it awakens Others, and puts them upon their guard; dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp vvg dt n1, pn31 vvz n2-jn, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
286 but when the malice walks like the pestilence in darkness, and is disguised either with the shews of friendship and peace, but when the malice walks like the pestilence in darkness, and is disguised either with the shows of friendship and peace, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vbz vvn av-d p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
287 or else lies out of all discovery, it's far more dangerous. This makes the Church or people against whom it is designed, more secure; or Else lies out of all discovery, it's Far more dangerous. This makes the Church or people against whom it is designed, more secure; cc av vvz av pp-f d n1, pn31|vbz av-j av-dc j. np1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, av-dc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
288 and the Enemy more confident of success. Which brings to the fourth general. and the Enemy more confident of success. Which brings to the fourth general. cc dt n1 av-dc j pp-f n1. r-crq vvz p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
289 4. Here is the confidence that they have of success, and that may proceed from the review which they take of their own policy and strength, 4. Here is the confidence that they have of success, and that may proceed from the review which they take of their own policy and strength, crd av vbz dt n1 cst pns32 vhb pp-f n1, cc cst vmb vvi p-acp dt vvi r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 24
290 and from the observation which they make of the weakness of their adversaries; weak perhaps of themselves, weaker perhaps with their divisions; and from the observation which they make of the weakness of their Adversaries; weak perhaps of themselves, Weaker perhaps with their divisions; cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; j av pp-f px32, jc av p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 24
291 weak because they are secure, and not aware of an assault; and weak because they have made no provision against it. weak Because they Are secure, and not aware of an assault; and weak Because they have made no provision against it. j c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc xx j pp-f dt n1; cc j c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dx n1 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 24
292 Confident again they may be of success because the design lies out of sight, and what's not easily discovered, Confident again they may be of success Because the Design lies out of sighed, and what's not Easily discovered, j av pns32 vmb vbi pp-f n1 c-acp dt n1 vvz av pp-f n1, cc q-crq|vbz xx av-j vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 24
293 though they are never so inquisitive; though they Are never so inquisitive; cs pns32 vbr av-x av j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 24
294 when it lies under ground in Vaults or Cellars, as it was in the Gunpowder-Treason; or what is so well banded together, that it cannot be well prevented, though never so watchful, when it lies under ground in Vaults or Cellars, as it was in the Gunpowder treason; or what is so well banded together, that it cannot be well prevented, though never so watchful, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1; cc r-crq vbz av av vvd av, cst pn31 vmbx vbi av vvn, cs av-x av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
295 as that in 88. Confident again they may be of success; because it is masked and disguised, that it's carried on whilst they pretend peace, friendship, and alliance. as that in 88. Confident again they may be of success; Because it is masked and disguised, that it's carried on while they pretend peace, friendship, and alliance. c-acp cst p-acp crd j av pns32 vmb vbi pp-f n1; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn, cst pn31|vbz vvn a-acp cs pns32 vvb n1, n1, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
296 So was the Parisian Massacre, Anno 1572, when under the pretence of great friendship, upon the marriage betwixt the King of Navar and Margaret sister to the King of France, the Protestants in great numbers were drawn into the City, So was the Parisian Massacre, Anno 1572, when under the pretence of great friendship, upon the marriage betwixt the King of Navarre and Margaret sister to the King of France, the Protestants in great numbers were drawn into the city, np1 vbds dt np1 n1, fw-la crd, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 p-acp j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
297 and then above 30000 of them barbarously murdered. and then above 30000 of them barbarously murdered. cc av p-acp crd pp-f pno32 av-j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
298 So it was in 88, when a peace was propounded, and Commissioners on both sides sent to treat about it, with great and solemn protestations on the Prince of Parma's side that no invasion was intended, So it was in 88, when a peace was propounded, and Commissioners on both sides sent to Treat about it, with great and solemn protestations on the Prince of Parma's side that no invasion was intended, av pn31 vbds p-acp crd, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, cc n2 p-acp d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cst dx n1 vbds vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
299 and yet within a few days after this, the Invincible (as it was called) Armado set forth from Spain. So again in 1605, there were sent from the Pope orders to forbid Conspiracies against the Government, and yet within a few days After this, the Invincible (as it was called) Armado Set forth from Spain. So again in 1605, there were sent from the Pope order to forbid Conspiracies against the Government, cc av p-acp dt d n2 p-acp d, dt j (c-acp pn31 vbds vvn) np1 vvd av p-acp np1. av av p-acp crd, pc-acp vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
300 whilst at the same time the Gunpowder-Treason was not without his privity in agitation. while At the same time the Gunpowder treason was not without his privity in agitation. cs p-acp dt d n1 dt n1 vbds xx p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
301 Whilst these and the like arts are used, it is no wonder that they promise themselves good assurance of carrying the day, While these and the like arts Are used, it is no wonder that they promise themselves good assurance of carrying the day, cs d cc dt j n2 vbr vvn, pn31 vbz dx n1 cst pns32 vvb px32 j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
302 and that in good time they shall prevail over them that they have thus far blinded and infatuated. and that in good time they shall prevail over them that they have thus Far blinded and infatuated. cc cst p-acp j n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vhb av av-j vvn cc vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
303 But let not him that girdeth on his harness, boast himself, as he that putteth it off; But let not him that Girdeth on his harness, boast himself, as he that putteth it off; p-acp vvb xx pno31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1, vvb px31, c-acp pns31 cst vvz pn31 a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
304 nor talk too confidently of success, till he is sure of it. nor talk too confidently of success, till he is sure of it. ccx n1 av av-j pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbz j pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
305 For in this case there is a promise of God that is surer than all the counsels and power of men, which is, That the gates of Hell shall never prevail against the Church; For in this case there is a promise of God that is Surer than all the Counsels and power of men, which is, That the gates of Hell shall never prevail against the Church; p-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz jc cs d dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 25
306 and as God will always have a Church in the world, do men or Devils what they can; and as God will always have a Church in the world, do men or Devils what they can; cc c-acp np1 vmb av vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vmb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 26
307 so also a particular Church shall reap the benefit of that promise, if they take the course pointed to in this Psalm, which brings to the fourth General. so also a particular Church shall reap the benefit of that promise, if they take the course pointed to in this Psalm, which brings to the fourth General. av av dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 26
308 4. The course by which the Church and People of God may and shall be secured; 4. The course by which the Church and People of God may and shall be secured; crd dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmb cc vmb vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
309 intimated here, vers. 1, Keep not thou silence, O God, hold not thy peace, and be not still, O God; intimated Here, vers. 1, Keep not thou silence, Oh God, hold not thy peace, and be not still, Oh God; vvn av, fw-la. vvn, vvb xx pns21 vvi, uh np1, vvb xx po21 n1, cc vbb xx av, uh np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
310 Which is fervent prayer to God, and intire dependence upon him: in sum, the behaving themselves as those that are his servants; Which is fervent prayer to God, and entire dependence upon him: in sum, the behaving themselves as those that Are his Servants; r-crq vbz j n1 p-acp np1, cc j n1 p-acp pno31: p-acp n1, dt vvg px32 p-acp d cst vbr po31 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
311 for then God will be their Friend, and their Patron, and they will be as secure notwithstanding the power of the enemy, for then God will be their Friend, and their Patron, and they will be as secure notwithstanding the power of the enemy, c-acp cs np1 vmb vbi po32 n1, cc po32 n1, cc pns32 vmb vbi a-acp j c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
312 as if they had no enemy to encounter, or that enemy had no power to assault them. as if they had no enemy to encounter, or that enemy had no power to assault them. c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
313 Then they shall find that verefied, which is said, Isa. 8. 9, 10, Associate your selves, O ye people, Then they shall find that verified, which is said, Isaiah 8. 9, 10, Associate your selves, Oh you people, cs pns32 vmb vvi d vvn, r-crq vbz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd, vvi po22 n2, uh pn22 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
314 and ye shall be broken in pieces, and give ear all ye of far countreys: Gird your selves, and ye shall be broken in pieces: and you shall be broken in Pieces, and give ear all you of Far Countries': Gird your selves, and you shall be broken in Pieces: cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc vvb n1 av-d pn22 pp-f j ng2: vvb po22 n2, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
315 Gird your selves, and ye shall be broken in pieces: Take counsel together, and it shall come to naught: Gird your selves, and you shall be broken in Pieces: Take counsel together, and it shall come to nought: vvb po22 n2, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2: vvb n1 av, cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pix: (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
316 speak the word, and it shall not stand: for God is with us. speak the word, and it shall not stand: for God is with us. vvb dt n1, cc pn31 vmb xx vvi: c-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
317 Let us then betake our selves to this course, and engage the Divine Protection by our importunate prayers to God, Let us then betake our selves to this course, and engage the Divine Protection by our importunate Prayers to God, vvb pno12 av vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1, cc vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
318 and a due conformity to his commands, that we make good our profession by a suitable practice, and a due conformity to his commands, that we make good our profession by a suitable practice, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns12 vvb j po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
319 and as much exceed our adversaries in the life and spirit of our Religion, as we do in the Purity and Principles of it; and as much exceed our Adversaries in the life and Spirit of our Religion, as we do in the Purity and Principles of it; cc c-acp d vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 26
320 and then we shall find, that though they may dig deep, their counsel shall be brought to light; and then we shall find, that though they may dig deep, their counsel shall be brought to Light; cc cs pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs pns32 vmb vvi j-jn, po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 27
321 though they combine together, they shall be broken; though they combine together, they shall be broken; cs pns32 vvb av, pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 27
322 though they summon up all their force they shall be defeated, and we shall then be able to say with the Psalmist, Psal. 118. 6, The Lord is on my side, I will not fear what man can do unto me. Thus our Ancestors were delivered. Our Fathers trusted in thee: though they summon up all their force they shall be defeated, and we shall then be able to say with the Psalmist, Psalm 118. 6, The Lord is on my side, I will not Fear what man can do unto me. Thus our Ancestors were Delivered. Our Father's trusted in thee: cs pns32 vvb a-acp d po32 n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns12 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, dt n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno11. av po12 n2 vbdr vvn. po12 n2 vvn p-acp pno21: (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 27
323 they trusted, and thou didst deliver them: They cryed unto thee, and were delivered: they trusted in thee, and were not confounded. they trusted, and thou didst deliver them: They cried unto thee, and were Delivered: they trusted in thee, and were not confounded. pns32 vvd, cc pns21 vdd2 vvi pno32: pns32 vvd p-acp pno21, cc vbdr vvn: pns32 vvd p-acp pno21, cc vbdr xx vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 27
324 And to encourage you hereunto, I shall give you a brief account of Gods great mercy to them and this Church, in the deliverance which we are this day met to commemorate, And to encourage you hereunto, I shall give you a brief account of God's great mercy to them and this Church, in the deliverance which we Are this day met to commemorate, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 av, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp pno32 cc d n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vbr d n1 vvd p-acp j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 27
325 and that I shall do in the order of the Text. Their design was to root out the Protestant Religion; A Religion that hath the Scriptures, and that I shall do in the order of the Text. Their Design was to root out the Protestant Religion; A Religion that hath the Scriptures, cc cst pns11 vmb vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 po32 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi av dt n1 n1; dt n1 cst vhz dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 27
326 and the practice of the Primitive Church to defend it; a Religion planted amongst us, with peace, and by Authority; and the practice of the Primitive Church to defend it; a Religion planted among us, with peace, and by authority; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
327 that made not its way by blood and slaughter, by rebellion and disobedience; that made not its Way by blood and slaughter, by rebellion and disobedience; cst vvd xx po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
328 that was setled without any injury to the Prince, or prejudice to the people, and what did hugely tend to the security of both: that was settled without any injury to the Prince, or prejudice to the people, and what did hugely tend to the security of both: cst vbds vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc q-crq vdd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d: (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
329 A Religion that dealt candidly and fairly with those that were against it, and was never an enemy to them, till they became an enemy to it; A Religion that dealt candidly and fairly with those that were against it, and was never an enemy to them, till they became an enemy to it; dt n1 cst vvd av-j cc av-j p-acp d cst vbdr p-acp pn31, cc vbds av-x dt n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
330 First, by receiving and owning the Bull of Pope Pius Quintus, that meant no less than to depose the Queen, First, by receiving and owning the Bull of Pope Pius Quintus, that meant no less than to depose the Queen, ord, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 fw-la fw-la, cst vvd dx dc cs pc-acp vvi dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
331 and turn her out of her Throne, and then practising accordingly. and turn her out of her Throne, and then practising accordingly. cc vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvg av-vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 27
332 A Religion, that when in its own defence it had Laws against such, yet rarely put them into execution; A Religion, that when in its own defence it had Laws against such, yet rarely put them into execution; dt n1, cst c-crq p-acp po31 d n1 pn31 vhd n2 p-acp d, av av-j vvd pno32 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 28
333 and that notwithstanding which, many of them held Offices, and all their Estates, unless forfeired by some particular Treason. and that notwithstanding which, many of them held Offices, and all their Estates, unless forfeired by Some particular Treason. cc cst p-acp r-crq, d pp-f pno32 vvd n2, cc d po32 n2, cs vvn p-acp d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 28
334 This Religion which hath so much to say for it self, and God hath so much honour, This Religion which hath so much to say for it self, and God hath so much honour, d n1 r-crq vhz av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 n1, cc np1 vhz av d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 28
335 and we our comfort and salvation by; nay, this Religion which they lived so safely under, did they seek to subvert. and we our Comfort and salvation by; nay, this Religion which they lived so safely under, did they seek to subvert. cc pns12 po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp; uh-x, d n1 r-crq pns32 vvd av av-j p-acp, vdd pns32 vvi pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 28
336 And that in a way so barbarous, that it wants both parallel and defence, and which the boldest of that Way cannot hear of without ▪ blushing; And that in a Way so barbarous, that it Wants both parallel and defence, and which the Boldest of that Way cannot hear of without ▪ blushing; cc cst p-acp dt n1 av j, cst pn31 vvz d n1 cc n1, cc r-crq dt js pp-f d n1 vmbx vvi pp-f p-acp ▪ vvg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 28
337 and howsoever they would have been in the success of it, cannot find any thing to excuse. and howsoever they would have been in the success of it, cannot find any thing to excuse. cc c-acp pns32 vmd vhi vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vmbx vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 28
338 To Murder a King in their way, was no new case; so fell Frederick the second, and Henry the seventh, Emperors; To Murder a King in their Way, was no new case; so fell Frederick the second, and Henry the seventh, Emperor's; p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, vbds dx j n1; av vvd np1 dt ord, cc np1 dt ord, n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
339 so fell our King John, so fell also Henry the third and fourth of France. To Butcher a people; so fell our King John, so fell also Henry the third and fourth of France. To Butcher a people; av vvd po12 n1 np1, av vvd av np1 dt ord cc ord pp-f np1. pc-acp vvi dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
340 and without respect to Order, Age, or Sex, to fall upon them, was what the Albigenses felt of old, and without respect to Order, Age, or Sex, to fallen upon them, was what the Albigenses felt of old, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vbds r-crq dt np1 vvn pp-f j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
341 and those of France in the Massacre at Merindol, Anno 1545. and at Paris before spoken of, had experience of. and those of France in the Massacre At Merindol, Anno 1545. and At paris before spoken of, had experience of. cc d pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, fw-la crd cc p-acp np1 a-acp vvn pp-f, vhd n1 pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
342 But when Prince, Parliament, and People were to be assembled, without any regard to what they were, to blow them up all at once with Gun-powder, But when Prince, Parliament, and People were to be assembled, without any regard to what they were, to blow them up all At once with Gunpowder, p-acp q-crq n1, n1, cc n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp d p-acp a-acp p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
343 and scatter the limbs of 30 or 40000 persons that must then have necessarily perished by that practice, was what we are yet to find a name for, and scatter the limbs of 30 or 40000 Persons that must then have necessarily perished by that practice, was what we Are yet to find a name for, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f crd cc crd n2 cst vmb av vhi av-j vvn p-acp d n1, vbds q-crq pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
344 and what Treason and Murder are too soft words to express. and what Treason and Murder Are too soft words to express. cc r-crq n1 cc vvb vbr av j n2 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 28
345 And this was not the Act of some rash and inconsiderate person, but what many confederated together in; And this was not the Act of Some rash and inconsiderate person, but what many confederated together in; cc d vbds xx dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, cc-acp q-crq d vvd av p-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
346 not a design all on a sudden thought of, and as suddenly embraced, but what had been considered and reviewed, and advised upon; not a Design all on a sudden Thought of, and as suddenly embraced, but what had been considered and reviewed, and advised upon; xx dt n1 av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f, cc c-acp av-j vvn, cc-acp r-crq vhd vbn vvn cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
347 what Flanders and Rome had been consulted about, as the Transactions of Baldwin, Owen, and Baynham do sufficiently witness. what Flanders and Room had been consulted about, as the Transactions of Baldwin, Owen, and Baynham do sufficiently witness. r-crq np1 cc vvb vhd vbn vvn a-acp, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1 vdb av-j vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
348 It was what they had spent much time and many thoughts upon, and what they therefore did promise themselves success in. It was what they had spent much time and many thoughts upon, and what they Therefore did promise themselves success in. pn31 vbds q-crq pns32 vhd vvn d n1 cc d n2 p-acp, cc r-crq pns32 av vdd vvi px32 n1 p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
349 And success they found, for they quickly met with an house fit for their purpose, adjoyning to that of the Parliament; And success they found, for they quickly met with an house fit for their purpose, adjoining to that of the Parliament; cc n1 pns32 vvd, c-acp pns32 av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po32 n1, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
350 there they attempted to make a Myne fit for the receiving the stowage which they had provided. there they attempted to make a Mine fit for the receiving the stowage which they had provided. a-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt po11 n1 p-acp dt vvg dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
351 But the time of the Parliament's sitting came on too fast, they wanted hands, and their own hands wanted exercise in such hard labour to bring this to perfection; But the time of the Parliament's sitting Come on too fast, they wanted hands, and their own hands wanted exercise in such hard labour to bring this to perfection; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n-vvg vvd p-acp av av-j, pns32 vvd n2, cc po32 d n2 vvd n1 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
352 and here again success waited upon them, and fortune (which they call'd providence) seemed to be of their party; and Here again success waited upon them, and fortune (which they called providence) seemed to be of their party; cc av av n1 vvd p-acp pno32, cc n1 (r-crq pns32 vvd n1) vvd pc-acp vbi pp-f po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
353 for the Parliament was adjourned from February to November; and they in the mean while also met with a Vault which they soon hired, for the Parliament was adjourned from february to November; and they in the mean while also met with a Vault which they soon hired, p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1; cc pns32 p-acp dt j n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 av vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
354 and was more convenient for their purpose, as what was already sitted for them, and nearer to the place of the Parliaments convention. and was more convenient for their purpose, as what was already sitted for them, and nearer to the place of the Parliaments convention. cc vbds av-dc j p-acp po32 n1, p-acp r-crq vbds av vvn p-acp pno32, cc av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 29
355 The time now grew near, and they are big with expectation; The time now grew near, and they Are big with expectation; dt n1 av vvd av-j, cc pns32 vbr j p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 29
356 the train was laid for their design in the Country as well as here, and in all parts they were ripe for action. the train was laid for their Design in the Country as well as Here, and in all parts they were ripe for actium. dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp av, cc p-acp d n2 pns32 vbdr j p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 29
357 But that which went on for so long a time as smoothly as their hearts could wish, was all on a sudden interrupted. But that which went on for so long a time as smoothly as their hearts could wish, was all on a sudden interrupted. p-acp cst r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp av-j c-acp po32 n2 vmd vvi, vbds d p-acp dt j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 30
358 For ten days before (which was the same time that the Conspirators appointed to assemble) one of them doubtless by the over-ruling Providence of God, more tender-hearted than the rest, wrote a Letter to the Lord Monteagle to disswade him from being present the first day of the Session. For ten days before (which was the same time that the Conspirators appointed to assemble) one of them doubtless by the overruling Providence of God, more tender-hearted than the rest, wrote a letter to the Lord Monteagle to dissuade him from being present the First day of the Session. p-acp crd n2 a-acp (r-crq vbds dt d n1 cst dt n2 vvd pc-acp vvi) crd pp-f pno32 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, av-dc j cs dt n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vbg j dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 30
359 A Letter in the reasoning of it very obscure; A letter in the reasoning of it very Obscure; dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 av j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
360 but what by the fortunate interpretation of the King was found to signifie much, and proved the happy discoverer of the whole. but what by the fortunate Interpretation of the King was found to signify much, and proved the happy discoverer of the Whole. cc-acp q-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d, cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
361 Then as success waited before upon them, so it doth as much in the further discovery, Then as success waited before upon them, so it does as much in the further discovery, av p-acp n1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno32, av pn31 vdz p-acp d p-acp dt jc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
362 whilst Faux is taken without the House (that if otherwise within, would have blown up, while Faux is taken without the House (that if otherwise within, would have blown up, cs np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 (cst cs av a-acp, vmd vhi vvn a-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
363 though not the King and Parliament, yet thousands with himself), and that the Conspirators are pursued, though not the King and Parliament, yet thousands with himself), and that the Conspirators Are pursued, cs xx dt n1 cc n1, av crd p-acp px31), cc cst dt n2 vbr vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
364 and taken in the Countrey, before they were known to be guilty of this horrid Treason. and taken in the Country, before they were known to be guilty of this horrid Treason. cc vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi j pp-f d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
365 These and many other particulars might be observed in this Action; These and many other particulars might be observed in this Actium; np1 cc d j-jn n2-j vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
366 but that I shall chuse to refer you for satisfaction to what hath formerly, and of late been published upon that subject, but that I shall choose to refer you for satisfaction to what hath formerly, and of late been published upon that Subject, cc-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq vhz av-j, cc pp-f av-j vbn vvn p-acp d n-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30
367 and to the Act of Parliament, appointed to be read upon this day, which follows. and to the Act of Parliament, appointed to be read upon this day, which follows. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 30

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