A sermon preach'd at Salters-Hall to the Societies for Reformation of Manners, May 31, 1697 by John Woodhouse.

Woodhouse, John, d. 1700
Publisher: Printed for John Lawrence
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1697
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A66979 ESTC ID: R26398 STC ID: W3463
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Haggai II, 4; Conduct of life; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
View All References



Full Text of Relevant Sections

View Segment and References (Segment No.) Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech Section Paragraph No. Page or Image No.
0 HAGGAI ii. 4. Yet now be strong, O Zerubbabel, saith the Lord; and be strong, O Joshua, Son of Josedech, the High-Priest; CHAGGAI ii. 4. Yet now be strong, Oh Zerubbabel, Says the Lord; and be strong, Oh joshua, Son of Josedech, the High-Priest; np1 crd. crd av av vbi j, uh np1, vvz dt n1; cc vbb j, uh np1, n1 pp-f np1, dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 and be strong all ye People of the Land, saith the Lord, and work: For I am with you, saith the Lord of Hosts. and be strong all the People of the Land, Says the Lord, and work: For I am with you, Says the Lord of Hosts. cc vbb j d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1, cc n1: c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp pn22, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 THE Business of this Day, is not only to afflict our Souls for our Sins, THE Business of this Day, is not only to afflict our Souls for our Sins, dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 and the crying Sins of our Land, and to stand in the Gap to appease an angry GOD, that seems upon his Way to ruine us; and the crying Sins of our Land, and to stand in the Gap to appease an angry GOD, that seems upon his Way to ruin us; cc dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j np1, cst vvz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 but, if it may be, to stir up a Spirit for Reformation of th• Lives and Manners of the Generatio• wherein we live; but, if it may be, to stir up a Spirit for Reformation of th• Lives and Manners of the Generatio• wherein we live; cc-acp, cs pn31 vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz cc n2 pp-f dt np1 c-crq pns12 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
5 without which we ca• have small Expectation, either of the removal of the Judgments we feel, without which we ca• have small Expectation, either of the removal of the Judgments we feel, p-acp r-crq pns12 n1 vhb j n1, av-d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns12 vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 or th• preventing those which we foresee, an• fear may be coming upon us. or th• preventing those which we foresee, an• Fear may be coming upon us. cc n1 vvg d r-crq pns12 vvb, n1 n1 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 In orde• to the more effectual furtherance of so excellent, so useful, so beneficial a Work, let your Thoughts be attentive to th• Counsels in the Text, Yet now be strong O Zerubbabel, &c. In orde• to the more effectual furtherance of so excellent, so useful, so beneficial a Work, let your Thoughts be attentive to th• Counsels in the Text, Yet now be strong Oh Zerubbabel, etc. p-acp n1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f av j, av j, av j dt n1, vvb po22 n2 vbb j p-acp n1 n2 p-acp dt n1, av av vbi j uh np1, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 That you may see the tendency th• Words have, to promote the Work o• the Day, look a little back upon the former part of this Prophecy, That you may see the tendency th• Words have, to promote the Work o• the Day, look a little back upon the former part of this Prophecy, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 n1 n2 vhb, pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 dt n1, vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 and the History of the Times immediately foregoing. and the History of the Times immediately foregoing. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av-j vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 You will find in short, when Go• had delivered his People out of their long and doleful Captivity, You will find in short, when Go• had Delivered his People out of their long and doleful Captivity, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j, c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 av pp-f po32 j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 and stirred up th• King, under whom they were Captive• to give them leave to build their Temple and to set up his Worship there; and stirred up th• King, under whom they were Captive• to give them leave to built their Temple and to Set up his Worship there; cc vvd a-acp n1 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbdr np1 p-acp vvi pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 to purge out Corruptions, and make a General Reformation; to purge out Corruptions, and make a General Reformation; pc-acp vvi av n2, cc vvi dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 this Blessed Work, so needful and excellent in itself, and so muc• to be desired by all; this Blessed Work, so needful and excellent in itself, and so muc• to be desired by all; d j-vvn n1, av j cc j p-acp px31, cc av n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 yet met with many Checks, and Stops. yet met with many Checks, and Stops. av vvd p-acp d n2, cc vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 It was encouraged, at first, by the famed Cyrus; but afterwards obstructed by Cambyses, whilst Vice-Roy to his Father, and whilst King himself; It was encouraged, At First, by the famed Cyrus; but afterwards obstructed by Cambyses, while Vice-Roy to his Father, and while King himself; pn31 vbds vvn, p-acp ord, p-acp dt j-vvn np1; p-acp av vvn p-acp np1, cs n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc cs n1 px31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
16 and neglected near two Years, in the time of Darius Hystaspes: As may be learn'd from the Sacred Chronology of Ezra, and Nehemiah, and others; (which I cannot now turn you to.) But at the time of this Prophet's appearing, it was again revived, and a fresh encouraged; and neglected near two years, in the time of Darius Hystaspes: As may be learned from the Sacred Chronology of Ezra, and Nehemiah, and Others; (which I cannot now turn you to.) But At the time of this Prophet's appearing, it was again revived, and a fresh encouraged; cc vvd av-j crd n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j np1 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc n2-jn; (r-crq pns11 vmbx av vvi pn22 p-acp.) p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ng1 vvg, pn31 vbds av vvn, cc dt j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
17 Leave was granted to set about it, and excellent Men Authorized to Conduct it: And yet it met with great Opposition from the Cowardize of many, and the Coldness, and Covetousness of others; Leave was granted to Set about it, and excellent Men Authorized to Conduct it: And yet it met with great Opposition from the Cowardice of many, and the Coldness, and Covetousness of Others; n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc j n2 vvn pc-acp vvi pn31: cc av pn31 vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
18 who were more bent upon their own private Affairs, their Pomp and Luxury, than what concern'd the Publick Weal; who were more bent upon their own private Affairs, their Pomp and Luxury, than what concerned the Public Weal; r-crq vbdr av-dc vvn p-acp po32 d j n2, po32 n1 cc n1, cs r-crq vvd dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
19 who would do their own Business first, and God's afterwards: As appears from Chapter the First, Verse the Second: who would do their own Business First, and God's afterwards: As appears from Chapter the First, Verse the Second: r-crq vmd vdi po32 d n1 ord, cc npg1 av: c-acp vvz p-acp n1 dt ord, vvb dt ord: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
20 This People say, The time is not come, the time that the Lord's House should be built: This People say, The time is not come, the time that the Lord's House should be built: d n1 vvi, dt n1 vbz xx vvn, dt n1 cst dt ng1 n1 vmd vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
21 We must wait for a more favourable Juncture; the Minds of Men are not disposed to it. We must wait for a more favourable Juncture; the Minds of Men Are not disposed to it. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1; dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
22 Whereupon the Prophet reasons the Case with them, Verse the Fourth, Is it tim• for you to dwell in your Cieled Houses, (say he) and this House lie waste? qu•d By the Lord you have been preserved in, an• brought out of Babylon: You think it a good time to Build; Whereupon the Prophet Reasons the Case with them, Verse the Fourth, Is it tim• for you to dwell in your Cieled Houses, (say he) and this House lie waste? qu•d By the Lord you have been preserved in, an• brought out of Babylon: You think it a good time to Built; c-crq dt n1 n2 dt n1 p-acp pno32, vvb dt ord, vbz pn31 n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 vvd n2, (vvb pns31) cc d n1 vvb vvi? j p-acp dt n1 pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp, n1 vvd av pp-f np1: pn22 vvb pn31 dt j n1 p-acp vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
23 nay, to C•el ( i. e. to Arch, with costly Wainscot, curiously carved, richly adorned, nay, to C•el (i. e. to Arch, with costly Wainscot, curiously carved, richly adorned, uh-x, pc-acp vvi (pns11. sy. p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, av-j vvn, av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
24 and fairly beautified) your own Houses; (perhaps more than one a piece, a City-House, and fairly beautified) your own Houses; (perhaps more than one a piece, a City-House, cc av-j vvn) po22 d n2; (av dc cs crd dt n1, dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
25 and a Country-House) for your Pleasure and Diversion (for the Word is plural); and a Country-House) for your Pleasure and Diversion (for the Word is plural); cc dt n1) p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 (c-acp dt n1 vbz j); (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
26 you lavish out your Treasure, in Pomp, and Sensuality; (for no doubt their Ways o• Living were answerable to their costly Cielings) and yet can spare nothing towards my House, that lies waste: you lavish out your Treasure, in Pomp, and Sensuality; (for no doubt their Ways o• Living were answerable to their costly Ceilings) and yet can spare nothing towards my House, that lies waste: pn22 j av po22 n1, p-acp n1, cc n1; (c-acp dx n1 po32 n2 n1 vvg vbdr j p-acp po32 j n2) cc av vmb vvi pix p-acp po11 n1, cst vvz n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
27 You can live without a Temple, an Altar, a Sacrifice, so you may but enjoy your Worldly Ease and Grandeur, your Animal, Sensual Satisfactions: You can live without a Temple, an Altar, a Sacrifice, so you may but enjoy your Worldly Ease and Grandeur, your Animal, Sensual Satisfactions: pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, av pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi po22 j n1 cc n1, po22 n1, j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
28 What do you owe so much to your selves, and so little to your God, who hath but now delivered you? What, lavish out so much upon your Bodies, What do you owe so much to your selves, and so little to your God, who hath but now Delivered you? What, lavish out so much upon your Bodies, q-crq vdb pn22 vvb av av-d p-acp po22 n2, cc av j p-acp po22 n1, r-crq vhz p-acp av vvn pn22? q-crq, j av av av-d p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
29 and spare nothing fo• your own, and others Souls? Must my Worship be neglected, and Men left un reformed, whilst Wickedness is connived at, and every-where perpetrated? and spare nothing fo• your own, and Others Souls? Must my Worship be neglected, and Men left un reformed, while Wickedness is connived At, and everywhere perpetrated? cc vvb pix n1 po22 d, cc n2-jn n2? vmb po11 n1 vbi vvn, cc n2 vvd fw-fr vvd, cs n1 vbz vvd p-acp, cc j vvn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
30 What shall be done in such a Juncture? The wise God, under this discouraging State of Things, raises up, What shall be done in such a Juncture? The wise God, under this discouraging State of Things, raises up, q-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp d dt n1? dt j np1, p-acp d vvg n1 pp-f n2, vvz a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
31 and sends out, two Prophets, in the same Year, upon much the same Errand, to stir up, and sends out, two prophets, in the same Year, upon much the same Errand, to stir up, cc vvz av, crd n2, p-acp dt d n1, p-acp d dt d n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
32 and invigorate the Hearts of these Men in this Affair, that they, and their Brethren, had so little Heart to: and invigorate the Hearts of these Men in this Affair, that they, and their Brothers, had so little Heart to: cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns32, cc po32 n2, vhd av j n1 pc-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
33 They were Haggai, and Zechariah. And what does Haggai do, but address to all Sorts, in a very particular, They were Chaggai, and Zechariah. And what does Chaggai do, but address to all Sorts, in a very particular, pns32 vbdr np1, cc np1. cc q-crq vdz np1 vdb, cc-acp vvb p-acp d n2, p-acp dt j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
34 and pungent Manner, to stir them up to this needful, but neglected Work. And how vigorously he address'd himself to this Undertaking, let the Text tell. and pungent Manner, to stir them up to this needful, but neglected Work. And how vigorously he addressed himself to this Undertaking, let the Text tell. cc j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d j, cc-acp j-vvn n1. cc c-crq av-j pns31 vvn px31 p-acp d n-vvg, vvb dt n1 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
35 Yet now be strong, O Zerubbabel, &c. The Words are a vehement Excitation, with particular Application to the Governours, Civil, and Ecclesiastical, Yet now be strong, Oh Zerubbabel, etc. The Words Are a vehement Excitation, with particular Application to the Governors, Civil, and Ecclesiastical, av av vbi j, uh np1, av dt n2 vbr dt j n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2, j, cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
36 and all the People of the Land. How forcible, and pungent, are such Personal Addresses? The good Prophet speaks like one in Earnest; and all the People of the Land. How forcible, and pungent, Are such Personal Addresses? The good Prophet speaks like one in Earnest; cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 q-crq j, cc j, vbr d j n2? dt j n1 vvz av-j pi p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
37 that he might (as he did) engage them to be so too. May I be able to do likewise. that he might (as he did) engage them to be so too. May I be able to do likewise. cst pns31 vmd (c-acp pns31 vdd) vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi av av. vmb pns11 vbi j pc-acp vdi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
38 Not to trouble you with any Logica• Analysis of the Words, which would (in this Case) only furnish you with Terms harder than the Text; Not to trouble you with any Logica• Analysis of the Words, which would (in this Case) only furnish you with Terms harder than the Text; xx pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d np1 n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vmd (p-acp d n1) av-j vvi pn22 p-acp n2 jc cs dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
39 I shall endeavour plainly to Paraphrase them to you; propose their Sence to a clear View; observe some Things from them; I shall endeavour plainly to paraphrase them to you; propose their Sense to a clear View; observe Some Things from them; pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp pn22; vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1; vvb d n2 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
40 and make some Improvement thereof, in favour of the Work of the Day; and make Some Improvement thereof, in favour of the Work of the Day; cc vvb d n1 av, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
41 and do what I can towards the furtherance of so desirable a Work, as is the Reformation of the Lives and Manners, of the dissolute Age we live in. and do what I can towards the furtherance of so desirable a Work, as is the Reformation of the Lives and Manners, of the dissolute Age we live in. cc vdb r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1, c-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, pp-f dt j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
42 Let us take the Words as they lie NONLATINALPHABET: And now; nevertheless, now yet now; i. e. Let us take the Words as they lie: And now; nevertheless, now yet now; i. e. vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvb: cc av; av, av av av; uh. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
43 under, and against all these discouraging Difficulties, NONLATINALPHABET Be strong; be stout: As Mal. 2. 13. So as to prevail. under, and against all these discouraging Difficulties, Be strong; be stout: As Malachi 2. 13. So as to prevail. p-acp, cc p-acp d d vvg n2, vbb j; vbb j: c-acp np1 crd crd av c-acp pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
44 Non tantum fortis sed prevaluit ▪ The Septuagint renders it by Words of like Importance, NONLATINALPHABET, Non Tantum fortis sed prevaluit ▪ The septuagint renders it by Words of like Importance,, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la ▪ dt vvb vvz pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1,, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
45 and NONLATINALPHABET Both Hebrew, and Greek, import the putting out the Vigour we have, and the Corroboration of that Strength; and Both Hebrew, and Greek, import the putting out the Vigour we have, and the Corroboration of that Strength; cc av-d njp, cc jp, vvi dt vvg av dt n1 pns12 vhb, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
46 yea to wax strong, and prevail in our Under taking: yea to wax strong, and prevail in our Under taking: uh p-acp n1 j, cc vvi p-acp po12 p-acp vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
47 It denotes that true Fortitude by which we pursue, without dastardly Fear, what is most difficult to obtain, maugre all the Opposition to the contrary; It denotes that true Fortitude by which we pursue, without dastardly fear, what is most difficult to obtain, maugre all the Opposition to the contrary; pn31 vvz d j n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
48 according to that, Be strong, and of good Courage, fear not, nor be afraid, Deut. 31. 6, 7. according to that, Be strong, and of good Courage, Fear not, nor be afraid, Deuteronomy 31. 6, 7. vvg p-acp d, vbb j, cc pp-f j n1, vvb xx, ccx vbb j, np1 crd crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
49 If you ask, Who he address'd thus to? the Text tells you, to Zerubbabel first; he was their Governour; not Supream, but Subordinate: If you ask, Who he addressed thus to? the Text tells you, to Zerubbabel First; he was their Governor; not Supreme, but Subordinate: cs pn22 vvb, r-crq pns31 vvn av p-acp? dt n1 vvz pn22, pc-acp np1 ord; pns31 vbds po32 n1; xx j, cc-acp j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
50 For what he did, was under the Authority and License of the King, which renders our Text less Forreign to the Occasion. For what he did, was under the authority and License of the King, which renders our Text less Foreign to the Occasion. c-acp r-crq pns31 vdd, vbds p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz po12 n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
51 I need not tell you, my Errand is to Magistrates, not Supream, but Subordinate; so was our Prophets also. I need not tell you, my Errand is to Magistrates, not Supreme, but Subordinate; so was our prophets also. pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22, po11 n1 vbz p-acp n2, xx j, cc-acp j; av vbds po12 n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
52 It was, Secondly, to Joshua, the LORD ' s High-Priest: A good Man, no doubt; It was, Secondly, to joshua, the LORD ' s High-Priest: A good Man, no doubt; pn31 vbds, ord, pc-acp np1, dt n1 ' ng1 n1: dt j n1, dx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
53 for Satan was got to his Right-hand, [ his Working-hand ] to resist him, Zech. 3. 1. The Governours in Civil Matters, the Governours in Sacred Matters, they must both be strong, get and stir up such a Spirit, for Satan was god to his Right-hand, [ his Working-hand ] to resist him, Zechariah 3. 1. The Governors in Civil Matters, the Governors in Sacred Matters, they must both be strong, get and stir up such a Spirit, p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j, [ po31 n1 ] pc-acp vvi pno31, np1 crd crd dt n2 p-acp j n2, dt n2 p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb d vbi j, vvb cc vvi a-acp d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
54 as will encounter and bear down all Difficulties. as will encounter and bear down all Difficulties. c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
55 Thirdly, His Errand was to the People: What to some of the People? Yea, to all of them. Thirdly, His Errand was to the People: What to Some of the People? Yea, to all of them. ord, po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1: r-crq p-acp d pp-f dt n1? uh, p-acp d pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
56 Reformation-Work, is a Work that needs many Hands; Reformation-work, is a Work that needs many Hands; n1, vbz dt n1 cst vvz d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 7
57 therefore, says he, All ye People of the Land be strong He does not so much as distinguish between the Sexes, or Sects among them; Therefore, Says he, All the People of the Land be strong He does not so much as distinguish between the Sexes, or Sects among them; av, vvz pns31, d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb j pns31 vdz xx av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc n2 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
58 all yo• People of the Land, whatever else they differed in, whether in Opinions, or Practices, all yo• People of the Land, whatever Else they differed in, whither in Opinions, or Practices, d n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av pns32 vvd p-acp, cs p-acp n2, cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
59 or Religious Rites, they must all unite in this, all joyn in this. or Religious Rites, they must all unite in this, all join in this. cc j n2, pns32 vmb d vvi p-acp d, d vvb p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
60 His Excitation you see was to Courage and Fortitude, and the Application was to Civil and Ecclesiastical Administrators, His Excitation you see was to Courage and Fortitude, and the Application was to Civil and Ecclesiastical Administrators, po31 n1 pn22 vvb vbds p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 vbds p-acp j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
61 and to all the People of the Land; What was all this for? The Words in the Text are, And work. and to all the People of the Land; What was all this for? The Words in the Text Are, And work. cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1; q-crq vbds d d p-acp? dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
62 I confess, it startled me at first, and made me think of changing my Text; I confess, it startled me At First, and made me think of changing my Text; pns11 vvb, pn31 vvd pno11 p-acp ord, cc vvd pno11 vvi pp-f vvg po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
63 because it seems, at first view, to refer to Bodily Labour, such as is mentioned, ch. 1. 8. Go up to the Mountains, and bring Wood ▪ i. e. Because it seems, At First view, to refer to Bodily Labour, such as is mentioned, changed. 1. 8. Go up to the Mountains, and bring Wood ▪ i. e. c-acp pn31 vvz, p-acp ord n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, d c-acp vbz vvn, vvn. crd crd vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc vvi n1 ▪ sy. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
64 hew, and build the House: But turning to the Hebrew, I found the Word us'd of such a Nature, hew, and built the House: But turning to the Hebrew, I found the Word used of such a Nature, n1, cc vvi dt n1: cc-acp vvg p-acp dt njp, pns11 vvd dt n1 vvn pp-f d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
65 as that it no way limits it to Bodily Labour, the Work of the Hand; as that it no Way Limits it to Bodily Labour, the Work of the Hand; c-acp cst pn31 av-dx n1 n2 pn31 p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
66 and much less when by a familiar Hypozeugma, it is to be applied to Zerubbabel, the Governour, and to Joshua, the Lord's High-Priest: and much less when by a familiar Hypozeugma, it is to be applied to Zerubbabel, the Governor, and to joshua, the Lord's High-Priest: cc av-d av-dc c-crq p-acp dt j-jn np1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, dt n1, cc p-acp np1, dt ng1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
67 Who cannot be thought to be excited to any Action in this Case, but what became •hem as Governours, Civil, and Sacred; Who cannot be Thought to be excited to any Actium in this Case, but what became •hem as Governors, Civil, and Sacred; r-crq vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp q-crq vvd n1 p-acp n2, j, cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
68 and then the import of the Word is plainly this: and then the import of the Word is plainly this: cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
69 Let every one in his Place, and Station, set to the Business in hand, Governours as Governours, Let every one in his Place, and Station, Set to the Business in hand, Governors as Governors, vvb d pi p-acp po31 n1, cc n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n2 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
70 and all the People of the Land, in what Capacity soever they be, to further the Work; and all the People of the Land, in what Capacity soever they be, to further the Work; cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 av pns32 vbb, p-acp jc dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
71 let Heads, Hearts, and Hands, be all employed, let every one readily embrace, and throughly improve such Opportunities as offer themselves; let Heads, Hearts, and Hands, be all employed, let every one readily embrace, and thoroughly improve such Opportunities as offer themselves; vvb n2, n2, cc n2, vbb d vvn, vvb d pi av-j vvi, cc av-j vvb d n2 c-acp vvb px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
72 nay, seek out Seasons for this Service. nay, seek out Seasons for this Service. uh-x, vvb av n2 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
73 The Text, indeed, seems to lead primarily to the Work of the Temple, which was their first Work: The Text, indeed, seems to led primarily to the Work of the Temple, which was their First Work: dt n1, av, vvz pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds po32 ord n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
74 For it was to no purpose to talk of Religion, and Worship, in the Temple, 'till there was a Temple to worship in; For it was to no purpose to talk of Religion, and Worship, in the Temple, till there was a Temple to worship in; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp a-acp vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
75 and to talk of the Reformation of the Lives and Manners of the People, 'till there was an Establishment of Religion, to regulate them by: and to talk of the Reformation of the Lives and Manners of the People, till there was an Establishment of Religion, to regulate them by: cc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
76 Therefore I turned my Thoughts to the other Prophet Zachary; who was raised up in the same Year, Therefore I turned my Thoughts to the other Prophet Zachary; who was raised up in the same Year, av pns11 vvd po11 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 np1; r-crq vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
77 and within two Months of Haggai: View but the first Verse o• each Prophecy, and you'll soon see, whe• ther there was not more intended in thei• Commission, and within two Months of Chaggai: View but the First Verse o• each Prophecy, and You'll soon see, whe• there there was not more intended in thei• Commission, cc p-acp crd n2 pp-f np1: vvb p-acp dt ord n1 n1 d n1, cc pn22|vmb av vvi, n1 a-acp pc-acp vbds xx av-dc vvn p-acp n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
78 than their Care of Buildin• the Temple: than their Care of Buildin• the Temple: cs po32 n1 pp-f np1 dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
79 For I soon found, that th• they were both engaged in the Buildin• of the Temple, For I soon found, that th• they were both engaged in the Buildin• of the Temple, c-acp pns11 av vvd, cst n1 pns32 vbdr d vvn p-acp dt np1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
80 yet they had more i• their Commission; (if we may judge o• their Commission, by the unrebuked Exe•cution thereof;) for in Zech. 1. 3. h• calls them to turn: yet they had more i• their Commission; (if we may judge o• their Commission, by the unrebuked Exe•cution thereof;) for in Zechariah 1. 3. h• calls them to turn: av pns32 vhd av-dc n1 po32 n1; (cs pns12 vmb vvi n1 po32 n1, p-acp dt vvn n1 av;) p-acp p-acp np1 crd crd n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
81 Turn ye unto me, sait• the Lord of Hosts. Turn you unto me, sait• the Lord of Hosts. vvb pn22 p-acp pno11, n1 dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
82 And in the Fourt• Verse, Turn ye now from your evil Ways and from your evil Doings. And in the Fourt• Verse, Turn you now from your evil Ways and from your evil Doings. cc p-acp dt np1 n1, vvb pn22 av p-acp po22 j-jn n2 cc p-acp po22 j-jn n2-vdg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
83 There wa• Reformation of Life, and Manners: There wa• Reformation of Life, and Manners: a-acp n1 n1 pp-f n1, cc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
84 Ye• because nothing is said of that in the Text, look Zech. 5. 3, 4. where the Immorality of Mens Lives, in the Instance• of Stealing, and Swearing, are struck a• by this Prophet; Ye• Because nothing is said of that in the Text, look Zechariah 5. 3, 4. where the Immorality of Men's Lives, in the Instance• of Stealing, and Swearing, Are struck a• by this Prophet; np1 p-acp pix vbz vvn pp-f d p-acp dt n1, vvb np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, p-acp dt np1 pp-f vvg, cc vvg, vbr vvn n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
85 who, doubtless, acte• not beyond his Commission. who, doubtless, acte• not beyond his Commission. r-crq, av-j, n1 xx p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
86 And w• must have great Charity, if we can believe, that these were all the Immoralities amongst these People, And w• must have great Charity, if we can believe, that these were all the Immoralities among these People, cc n1 vmb vhi j n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi, cst d vbdr d dt n2 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
87 tho' no more are mentioned in express Terms in that place ▪ because you read of many more that needed Reforming, Chap. 7. 9, 10, 11 Verses After all this, what does the Prophet do, though no more Are mentioned in express Terms in that place ▪ Because you read of many more that needed Reforming, Chap. 7. 9, 10, 11 Verses After all this, what does the Prophet do, cs dx av-dc vbr vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1 ▪ c-acp pn22 vvb pp-f d n1 cst vvd vvg, np1 crd crd, crd, crd n2 p-acp d d, r-crq vdz dt n1 vdb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
88 but add Inforcement to this Encouragement he had given, and that by telling them, The Lord was with them: but add Enforcement to this Encouragement he had given, and that by telling them, The Lord was with them: cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vhd vvn, cc cst p-acp vvg pno32, dt n1 vbds p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
89 and giving them God's Word for it. I am with you, saith the Lord; and giving them God's Word for it. I am with you, Says the Lord; cc vvg pno32 npg1 n1 p-acp pn31. pns11 vbm p-acp pn22, vvz dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
90 and I am with you as the Lord of Hosts; as a God All-sufficient to direct you, to support you in your Work, under all the Difficulties you have to encounter, and I am with you as the Lord of Hosts; as a God All-sufficient to Direct you, to support you in your Work, under all the Difficulties you have to encounter, cc pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; p-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vvi pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1, p-acp d dt n2 pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
91 and to reward you for your Work, whatever the Success be: Duty is yours, Success is mine; and to reward you for your Work, whatever the Success be: Duty is yours, Success is mine; cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1, r-crq dt n1 vbb: n1 vbz png22, n1 vbz png11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
92 but your Reward shall be sure, whatsoever the Issue may be: Do your part, trust my part to me, and expect your Recompence from me; but your Reward shall be sure, whatsoever the Issue may be: Do your part, trust my part to me, and expect your Recompense from me; cc-acp po22 n1 vmb vbi j, r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi: vdb po22 n1, vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno11, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
93 Your Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. Your Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. po22 n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
94 The Words thus Explained, will, without any violence, furnish us with these Observables, that are not unsuitable to the Business we are Convened about. The Words thus Explained, will, without any violence, furnish us with these Observables, that Are not unsuitable to the Business we Are Convened about. dt n2 av vvn, n1, p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 p-acp d n2-j, cst vbr xx j p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr vvn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
95 I. First Doctrine, from the Hebrew Particle, the first Word in the Text, which we translate, Yet now; or, Nevertheless, is plainly this: I. First Doctrine, from the Hebrew Particle, the First Word in the Text, which we translate, Yet now; or, Nevertheless, is plainly this: np1 ord n1, p-acp dt njp n1, dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vvb, av av; cc, av, vbz av-j d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
96 That Works of Reformation (tho' but of God's House, of the Lives and Manners of Men, Thieves, Swearers, &c.) do, That Works of Reformation (though but of God's House, of the Lives and Manners of Men, Thieves, Swearers, etc.) doe, cst vvz pp-f n1 (cs cc-acp pp-f npg1 n1, pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, av) n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
97 and may meet with very great Opposition: and may meet with very great Opposition: cc vmb vvi p-acp av j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
98 What need was there else of such a stirring up to be strong, vigorous, and valiant, What need was there Else of such a stirring up to be strong, vigorous, and valiant, q-crq n1 vbds a-acp av pp-f d dt vvg a-acp pc-acp vbi j, j, cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
99 if there were not Difficulties to encounter? if there were not Difficulties to encounter? cs pc-acp vbdr xx n2 pc-acp vvi? (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
100 II. Second Doctrine. That when Reformers of the Lives and Manners of Men, do meet with great Opposition, are beset with great Difficulties, II Second Doctrine. That when Reformers of the Lives and Manners of Men, do meet with great Opposition, Are beset with great Difficulties, crd ord n1. cst c-crq n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vdb vvi p-acp j n1, vbr vvn p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
101 and Danger, their Souls are apt to be dismayed, they are apt to sink down under their Burden, and Danger, their Souls Are apt to be dismayed, they Are apt to sink down under their Burden, cc n1, po32 n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
102 and to give out, and say, To what purpose should we labour, harrass, and hazard our selves any further; and to give out, and say, To what purpose should we labour, harrass, and hazard our selves any further; cc pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns12 vvi, n2, cc vvi po12 n2 d av-jc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
103 Wickedness is got above our controul? III. Wickedness is god above our control? III. n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1? np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
104 Third Doctrine. When Men concerned in Reformation, do meet with Difficulties, and Opposition, enough to discourage, Third Doctrine. When Men concerned in Reformation, do meet with Difficulties, and Opposition, enough to discourage, ord n1. c-crq n2 vvd p-acp n1, vdb vvi p-acp n2, cc n1, av-d pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
105 and sink their Spirits, they should be stirred up by others, and they should stir up themselves; and sink their Spirits, they should be stirred up by Others, and they should stir up themselves; cc vvi po32 n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2-jn, cc pns32 vmd vvi a-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
106 that they might be able to prosecute their Work with good effect. that they might be able to prosecute their Work with good Effect. d pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
107 Be strong, O Zerubbabel, &c. It notes both his stirring up himself, and his being willing to be stirred up by others. Be strong, Oh Zerubbabel, etc. It notes both his stirring up himself, and his being willing to be stirred up by Others. vbb j, uh np1, av pn31 vvz d po31 n-vvg p-acp px31, cc po31 vbg j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
108 IV. Fourth Doctrine. 'Tis plain, that the Work of Reformation, that is accompanied with so many Difficulties, IV. Fourth Doctrine. It's plain, that the Work of Reformation, that is accompanied with so many Difficulties, np1 ord n1. pn31|vbz j, cst dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp av d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
109 as it is apt to be, hath need of all Hands to help it on; as it is apt to be, hath need of all Hands to help it on; c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi, vhz n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
110 it is not a Work of Magistrates, or Officers only (tho' they are obliged to be stricter than other Men): it is not a Work of Magistrates, or Officers only (though they Are obliged to be Stricter than other Men): pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2 av-j (cs pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi jc cs j-jn n2): (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
111 But 'tis a Work in which all the People of the Land should engage, as one Man. Don't shut your self out from the Work, But it's a Work in which all the People of the Land should engage, as one Man. Don't shut your self out from the Work, cc-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi, c-acp crd n1 vdbx vvn po22 n1 av p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
112 when God gives you an Opportunity to engage in it. when God gives you an Opportunity to engage in it. c-crq np1 vvz pn22 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
113 V. Fifth Doctrine. That 'tis a Matter of great Encouragement to encounter couragiously all the Difficulties we meet with, in so good a Work, that God will be with us; V. Fifth Doctrine. That it's a Matter of great Encouragement to encounter courageously all the Difficulties we meet with, in so good a Work, that God will be with us; np1 ord n1. cst pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi av-j d dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp av j dt n1, cst np1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
114 and one God is enough for us, since he is All-sufficient. and one God is enough for us, since he is All-sufficient. cc crd np1 vbz av-d p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
115 I may not pretend to handle all, or many of these Doctrines, in the Minutes your Patience doth allow me: I may not pretend to handle all, or many of these Doctrines, in the Minutes your Patience does allow me: pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d, cc d pp-f d n2, p-acp dt ng1 po22 n1 vdz vvi pno11: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
116 Yet the Occasion cannot well spare any one of them. Yet the Occasion cannot well spare any one of them. av dt n1 vmbx av vvi d crd pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
117 Let me fix your Thoughts upon the Third, which takes in the main Design of the Text; Let me fix your Thoughts upon the Third, which Takes in the main Design of the Text; vvb pno11 vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt ord, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
118 and I will endeavour to throw the other Four into some part, or other, of the Prosecution of that. and I will endeavour to throw the other Four into Some part, or other, of the Prosecution of that. cc pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn crd p-acp d n1, cc j-jn, pp-f dt n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
119 Doct. That when Men concerned in Reformation Work, do meet with Difficulties and Opposition, enough to discourage and sink their Spirits, they should stir up themselves, Doct. That when Men concerned in Reformation Work, do meet with Difficulties and Opposition, enough to discourage and sink their Spirits, they should stir up themselves, np1 cst c-crq n2 vvd p-acp n1 vvi, vdb vvi p-acp n2 cc n1, av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, pns32 vmd vvi a-acp px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
120 and should be stirred up, spirited, and invigorated by others, that they may be able to encounter all the Difficulties they may meet with in the Prosecution of their excellent Designs. and should be stirred up, spirited, and invigorated by Others, that they may be able to encounter all the Difficulties they may meet with in the Prosecution of their excellent Designs. cc vmd vbi vvn a-acp, vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
121 In the handling of this Point, I will Briefly hint at some Topicks, from whence I might evidence, 1. The NONLATINALPHABET, That it is so. 2. Argue the NONLATINALPHABET; In the handling of this Point, I will Briefly hint At Some Topicks, from whence I might evidence, 1. The, That it is so. 2. Argue the; p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb av-j n1 p-acp d np2, p-acp c-crq pns11 vmd n1, crd dt, cst pn31 vbz av. crd vvb dt; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
122 Why, or whence it is so: Because my main Design is at the Application; in which I would not prevent my self, nor weary you. Why, or whence it is so: Because my main Design is At the Application; in which I would not prevent my self, nor weary you. uh-crq, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av: c-acp po11 j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd xx vvi po11 n1, ccx vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
123 For the First, take a Text, or two, Josh. 1. 6, 7, 9. Moses being dead, For the First, take a Text, or two, Josh. 1. 6, 7, 9. Moses being dead, p-acp dt ord, vvb dt n1, cc crd, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vbg j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
124 and there being need of a Man to conduct God's Israel, to uphold, and to reform their Religion, Lives, and there being needs of a Man to conduct God's Israel, to uphold, and to reform their Religion, Lives, cc a-acp vbg av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 np1, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
125 and Manners, the Lord spake unto Joshua, Josh. 1. 6. and says, Be strong, and of a good Courage. and Manners, the Lord spoke unto joshua, Josh. 1. 6. and Says, Be strong, and of a good Courage. cc n2, dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc vvz, vbb j, cc pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
126 Here is another Word, viz. NONLATINALPHABET, added to that which is in our Text, and is well enough translated, Be of good Courage. In another Verse, Only be thou strong and couragious: Only NONLATINALPHABET: Here is Another Word, viz., added to that which is in our Text, and is well enough translated, Be of good Courage. In Another Verse, Only be thou strong and courageous: Only: av vbz j-jn n1, n1, vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp po12 n1, cc vbz av av-d vvn, vbb pp-f j n1. p-acp j-jn n1, av-j vbi pns21 j cc j: av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
127 as if he had nothing else to do. as if he had nothing Else to do. c-acp cs pns31 vhd pix av pc-acp vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
128 And here ▪ another Word is added to both the former Words, and hath a vehement Emphasis attending it NONLATINALPHABET, Multum, abundanter, copiose, valde, majorem in modum. And Here ▪ Another Word is added to both the former Words, and hath a vehement Emphasis attending it, Multum, Abundantly, copious, Valde, majorem in modum. cc av ▪ j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt j n2, cc vhz dt j n1 vvg pn31, fw-la, n1, j, j, fw-la p-acp fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
129 It signifies Might, Vehemency, and Diligence, all one can do, one's utmost Efforts. Verse the Ninth, Be strong, and of good Courage, as before; It signifies Might, Vehemency, and Diligence, all one can do, one's utmost Efforts. Verse the Ninth, Be strong, and of good Courage, as before; pn31 vvz vmd, n1, cc n1, d pi vmb vdi, pig j n2. n1 dt ord, vbb j, cc pp-f j n1, c-acp a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
130 but adds, [ NONLATINALPHABET ] Be not afraid, nor dismay'd; but adds, [ ] Be not afraid, nor dismayed; cc-acp vvz, [ ] vbb xx j, ccx vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
131 have a Co•rage that despiseth Fear, that gives not back, be the Difficulties what they will; have a Co•rage that despises fear, that gives not back, be the Difficulties what they will; vhb dt n1 cst vvz n1, cst vvz xx av, vbb dt n2 r-crq pns32 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
132 Being nothing terrified by your Adversaries: As Paul words it, Phil. 1. 28. agreeably to both the Hebrew Words. Being nothing terrified by your Adversaries: As Paul words it, Philip 1. 28. agreeably to both the Hebrew Words. vbg pix vvn p-acp po22 n2: p-acp np1 n2 pn31, np1 crd crd av-j p-acp d dt njp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
133 God was pleased to use in this Excitation of Joshua: He was a Man of an excellent Spirit; God was pleased to use in this Excitation of joshua: He was a Man of an excellent Spirit; np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f np1: pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
134 yet see how he was treated. yet see how he was treated. av vvb c-crq pns31 vbds vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
135 May be, it may tempt some Men to think meanly of him, because of the Treatment he had; May be, it may tempt Some Men to think meanly of him, Because of the Treatment he had; vmb vbi, pn31 vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f pno31, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
136 but if the best of Men had not need of help to support and invigorate their Spirits, under such Designs as this, the Spirit of God would never have bestowed so much Chafing, but if the best of Men had not need of help to support and invigorate their Spirits, under such Designs as this, the Spirit of God would never have bestowed so much Chafing, cc-acp cs dt js pp-f n2 vhd xx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, p-acp d n2 c-acp d, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn av av-d vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
137 and Excitation, on such a Man as Joshua. Again, Haggai 1. 14, 15. 'tis said, The Lord stirred up the Spirit of Zerubbabel and of Joshua, and of the People. and Excitation, on such a Man as joshua. Again, Chaggai 1. 14, 15. it's said, The Lord stirred up the Spirit of Zerubbabel and of joshua, and of the People. cc n1, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp np1. av, np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz vvd, dt n1 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 16
138 As if that was not enough, God sends again in the Seventh Month, Chap. 2. 1. on the same Errand as the Text hath told you: As if that was not enough, God sends again in the Seventh Monn, Chap. 2. 1. on the same Errand as the Text hath told you: c-acp cs cst vbds xx av-d, np1 vvz av p-acp dt ord n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 16
139 For the Word of the Lord came to Haggai, speak now to Zerubbabel, be strong, &c. Here let me obviate an Objection, that I thought more solemnly to have considered. For the Word of the Lord Come to Chaggai, speak now to Zerubbabel, be strong, etc. Here let me obviate an Objection, that I Thought more solemnly to have considered. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb av p-acp np1, vbb j, av av vvb pno11 vvi dt n1, cst pns11 vvd av-dc av-j pc-acp vhi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 16
140 May be, some that are ill Interpreters of well-meaning Minds, may think, that that such a Call as this, to Courage and Fortitude, May be, Some that Are ill Interpreters of well-meaning Minds, may think, that that such a Call as this, to Courage and Fortitude, vmb vbi, d cst vbr j-jn n2 pp-f j n2, vmb vvi, cst d d dt n1 c-acp d, p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 16
141 and an Heroick Magnanimity ▪ doth insinuate, as if the Gentlemen engaged in our Reformation, were Men of mean Spirits, and wanted Courage; and an Heroic Magnanimity ▪ does insinuate, as if the Gentlemen engaged in our Reformation, were Men of mean Spirits, and wanted Courage; cc dt j n1 ▪ vdz vvi, c-acp cs dt n2 vvn p-acp po12 n1, vbdr n2 pp-f j n2, cc vvd n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 16
142 Why else make I so much ado about it? Why Else make I so much ado about it? q-crq av vvb pns11 av d n1 p-acp pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 16
143 But as I have no such Thought in my Heart, and nothing but my Weakness can betray me to be suspected of a Design to insinuate any such thing; But as I have no such Thought in my Heart, and nothing but my Weakness can betray me to be suspected of a Design to insinuate any such thing; p-acp c-acp pns11 vhb dx d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc pix cc-acp po11 n1 vmb vvi pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi d d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 16
144 so both the Text, and the Evidence that other Scriptures have given to the Truth of the Doctrine, will take away that suspicion: so both the Text, and the Evidence that other Scriptures have given to the Truth of the Doctrine, will take away that suspicion: av d dt n1, cc dt n1 cst j-jn n2 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi av d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 16
145 For if such a Man as Joshua, as Zerubbabel, as the High ▪ Priest, needed it so often, it will be no diminution to those that have undertaken this Great Work, to treat them as others such great, For if such a Man as joshua, as Zerubbabel, as the High ▪ Priest, needed it so often, it will be no diminution to those that have undertaken this Great Work, to Treat them as Others such great, c-acp cs d dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp dt j ▪ n1, vvd pn31 av av, pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d cst vhb vvn d j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2-jn av-d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 17
146 and such excellent Men have been treated, in Cases not unlike. and such excellent Men have been treated, in Cases not unlike. cc d j n2 vhb vbn vvn, p-acp n2 xx av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 17
147 The two first Doctrines shall be the two first Reasons for the Proof and Confirmation of this Doctrine. The two First Doctrines shall be the two First Reasons for the Proof and Confirmation of this Doctrine. dt crd ord n2 vmb vbi dt crd ord n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 17
148 Why, or whence it is, that when Persons concerned in Reformation do meet with Difficulties, Why, or whence it is, that when Persons concerned in Reformation do meet with Difficulties, uh-crq, cc c-crq pn31 vbz, cst c-crq n2 vvd p-acp n1 vdb vvi p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 17
149 and Oppositions, enough to discourage and daunt their Spirits in their Undertakings, they should then stir up themselves, and Oppositions, enough to discourage and daunt their Spirits in their Undertakings, they should then stir up themselves, cc n2, av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2-vvg, pns32 vmd av vvi a-acp px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 17
150 and be stirred up by others, to prosecute the Work with all vigour, wax stronger and stronger, 'till they prevail over all that is in the Way. and be stirred up by Others, to prosecute the Work with all vigour, wax Stronger and Stronger, till they prevail over all that is in the Way. cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb jc cc jc, p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d cst vbz p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 17
151 1. Because there usually (why might I not say always) ariseth such Dangers and Difficulties, as cannot be otherwise overcome. 1. Because there usually (why might I not say always) arises such Dangers and Difficulties, as cannot be otherwise overcome. crd p-acp a-acp av-j (q-crq vmd pns11 xx vvi av) vvz d n2 cc n2, c-acp vmbx vbi av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
152 To this the Context speaks fully, as I have shewed you, when I raised this as a Doctrine from it: To this the Context speaks Fully, as I have showed you, when I raised this as a Doctrine from it: p-acp d dt n1 vvz av-j, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, c-crq pns11 vvd d p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
153 But let Experience speak, Did you ever read of a Reformation, which was not thus embarrassed, But let Experience speak, Did you ever read of a Reformation, which was not thus embarrassed, cc-acp vvb n1 vvi, vdd pn22 av vvn pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds xx av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
154 and incumbered? What Work did Noah find, in his Endeavours to reform the Old World? Was it easier with Lot, in Sodom? If Josias will reform his People, what Opposition doth he meet with; and encumbered? What Work did Noah find, in his Endeavours to reform the Old World? Was it Easier with Lot, in Sodom? If Josiah will reform his People, what Opposition does he meet with; cc j-vvn? q-crq n1 vdd np1 vvb, p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1? vbds pn31 jc p-acp n1, p-acp np1? cs np1 vmb vvi po31 n1, r-crq n1 vdz pns31 vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
155 What a Force must he exert to cause them to do it? [ 2 Chron. 34. ] If Nehemiah will put forward the Temple, reform the Sabbath, Tobias, and Sanballat, will turn every Stone, to dismay him in it? Did our Saviour attempt the Redemption and Reformation of Men? With what Fury did the Devil attack him? What Affronts do his Emissaries put upon him? What Snares do his Relations, What a Force must he exert to cause them to do it? [ 2 Chronicles 34. ] If Nehemiah will put forward the Temple, reform the Sabbath, Tobias, and Sanballat, will turn every Stone, to dismay him in it? Did our Saviour attempt the Redemption and Reformation of Men? With what Fury did the devil attack him? What Affronts doe his Emissaries put upon him? What Snares do his Relations, q-crq dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp n1 pno32 pc-acp vdi pn31? [ crd np1 crd ] cs np1 vmb vvi av-j dt n1, vvb dt n1, np1, cc n1, vmb vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31? vdd po12 n1 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2? p-acp r-crq n1 vdd dt n1 n1 pno31? q-crq vvz n1 po31 n2 vvn p-acp pno31? q-crq n2 vdb po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
156 and Peter himself, lay for him? Master, save thy self. No doubt but our Reformers have had large Experience of this kind, from fair Friends, and Peter himself, lay for him? Master, save thy self. No doubt but our Reformers have had large Experience of this kind, from fair Friends, cc np1 px31, vvb p-acp pno31? n1, vvb po21 n1. dx n1 cc-acp po12 n2 vhb vhn j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
157 and quiet Neighbours, as well as boisterous Criminals. and quiet Neighbours, as well as boisterous Criminals. cc j-jn n2, c-acp av c-acp j n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
158 In this Case, what can be done without Courage? Nay, what can ordinary Courage do? It is not for timerous, In this Case, what can be done without Courage? Nay, what can ordinary Courage do? It is not for timorous, p-acp d n1, q-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp n1? uh-x, q-crq vmb j n1 vdb? pn31 vbz xx p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
159 and faint-hearted Men, to engage in such Enterprizes; and fainthearted Men, to engage in such Enterprises; cc j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
160 the Spirit must be stirred up, surmount the Difficulties, or the Work will not be done. the Spirit must be stirred up, surmount the Difficulties, or the Work will not be done. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, vvb dt n2, cc dt n1 vmb xx vbi vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 18
161 2. You must be stirr'd up, and invigorated, because the Nature of Man needs it: The Imbecility of the Soul of Man renders him liable to sink under Discouragements. 2. You must be stirred up, and invigorated, Because the Nature of Man needs it: The Imbecility of the Soul of Man renders him liable to sink under Discouragements. crd pn22 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cc vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pn31: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 18
162 Our Fear is mightily advanced in our fallen State, and our Courage •s much diminished. What a brave, knowing, fearless Man was Adam, before his Fall! Our fear is mightily advanced in our fallen State, and our Courage •s much diminished. What a brave, knowing, fearless Man was Adam, before his Fallen! po12 n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, cc po12 n1 vbz av-d vvn. q-crq dt j, vvg, j n1 vbds np1, p-acp po31 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
163 He could, upon Sight of the Creatures, give them Names, answering •heir Natures, and was as fearless as knowing: He could, upon Sighed of the Creatures, give them Names, answering •heir Nature's, and was as fearless as knowing: pns31 vmd, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, vvb pno32 n2, vvg n1 n2, cc vbds a-acp j c-acp vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
164 But let him break off his Dependance from God, and you shall presently find him playing the Fool, But let him break off his Dependence from God, and you shall presently find him playing the Fool, cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi pno31 vvg dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
165 so as none but a Man almost bereft of Thoughts, could do: so as none but a Man almost bereft of Thoughts, could do: av c-acp pix cc-acp dt n1 av vvn pp-f n2, vmd vdi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
166 You will find him struck with Fear, which Sin had let in upon him, hiding himself in the Thickets (a likely Shelter) from the Presence of God. You will find him struck with fear, which since had let in upon him, hiding himself in the Thickets (a likely Shelter) from the Presence of God. pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvn p-acp n1, r-crq n1 vhd vvn p-acp p-acp pno31, vvg px31 p-acp dt n2 (dt j n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
167 And as he lost his Knowledge, he lost his Courage; and we feel with what feeble Attacks we can resist the Difficulties we meet withal; And as he lost his Knowledge, he lost his Courage; and we feel with what feeble Attacks we can resist the Difficulties we meet withal; cc c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1; cc pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq j np1 pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pns12 vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
168 we are apt to be afraid, and dismayed, and therefore our Courage must be excited, the Imbecility of our fallen Nature makes •t necessary. we Are apt to be afraid, and dismayed, and Therefore our Courage must be excited, the Imbecility of our fallen Nature makes •t necessary. pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi j, cc vvn, cc av po12 n1 vmb vbi vvd, dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 vvz av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 19
169 3. The Third Reason may be argued from the Capacity of the Soul; our Soul •s capable of being excited: 3. The Third Reason may be argued from the Capacity of the Soul; our Soul •s capable of being excited: crd dt ord n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; po12 n1 vbz j pp-f vbg vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 19
170 We have Faculties, and Powers, that may be excited, and influenced by such Objects, and Mo ▪ tives, We have Faculties, and Powers, that may be excited, and influenced by such Objects, and Mo ▪ tives, pns12 vhb n2, cc n2, cst vmb vbi vvd, cc vvn p-acp d n2, cc zz ▪ n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 20
171 as may be laid before us; we f• others may hearten us; we can che• our selves under, and against Discourag• ments, that are not insuperable; as may be laid before us; we f• Others may hearten us; we can che• our selves under, and against Discourag• ments, that Are not insuperable; c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12; pns12 n1 n2-jn vmb vvi pno12; pns12 vmb n1 po12 n2 p-acp, cc p-acp np1 n2, cst vbr xx j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 20
172 else th• Method of God by his Prophet, to s•• up Zerubbabel, &c. had been a fruitle• Attempt. Take Heart, my Friends; Else th• Method of God by his Prophet, to s•• up Zerubbabel, etc. had been a fruitle• Attempt. Take Heart, my Friends; av n1 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 a-acp np1, av vhd vbn dt n1 vvb. vvb n1, po11 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 20
173 Sha• the crowing, fighting Cock, clap h• Wings, to stir up his Spirits and Vigou• and will not you? So that you see, with out more Enlargement, you have need t• stir up your selves, Sha• the crowing, fighting Cock, clap h• Wings, to stir up his Spirits and Vigou• and will not you? So that you see, with out more Enlargement, you have need t• stir up your selves, np1 dt n-vvg, j-vvg n1, vvb n1 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2 cc np1 cc vmb xx pn22? av cst pn22 vvb, p-acp av dc n1, pn22 vhb n1 n1 vvi a-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 20
174 and suffer others t• stir you up in these Matters, if you cons• der, 1. The Difficulties that attend them 2. The Imbecility of your Nature und• them. 3. The Capacity of your Soul• to be by these Methods fortified again• them. and suffer Others t• stir you up in these Matters, if you cons• der, 1. The Difficulties that attend them 2. The Imbecility of your Nature und• them. 3. The Capacity of your Soul• to be by these Methods fortified again• them. cc vvi n2-jn n1 vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d n2, cs pn22 n1 fw-mi, crd dt n2 cst vvb pno32 crd dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 n1 pno32. crd dt n1 pp-f po22 np1 p-acp vbi p-acp d n2 vvn n1 pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 20
175 What Use may this Doctrine be of t• us, in such a Case as this? Is it so, th• Men concerned in Reformation do me• with Difficulties, What Use may this Doctrine be of t• us, in such a Case as this? Is it so, th• Men concerned in Reformation do me• with Difficulties, q-crq n1 vmb d n1 vbi pp-f n1 pno12, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d? vbz pn31 av, n1 n2 vvn p-acp n1 vdb n1 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 20
176 and Opposition, enoug• to discourage, and sink their Spirits, th• they should be stirred up by others, an• they should stir up themselves, that the• may be able to prosecute this Work wit• good effect. I. and Opposition, enoug• to discourage, and sink their Spirits, th• they should be stirred up by Others, an• they should stir up themselves, that the• may be able to prosecute this Work wit• good Effect. I. cc n1, n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po32 n2, n1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2-jn, n1 pns32 vmd vvi a-acp px32, cst n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1 n1 j n1. pns11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 20
177 Then, First, it is of Reprehension •o several sorts of Persons amongst us. 1. To those, to all those, that I may •tile Neuters in these Matters; Then, First, it is of Reprehension •o several sorts of Persons among us. 1. To those, to all those, that I may •tile Neuters in these Matters; av, ord, pn31 vbz pp-f n1 av j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12. crd p-acp d, p-acp d d, cst pns11 vmb j n2 p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 21
178 on neither •ide, neither Criminals, nor yet Reformers, Men of Gallio 's Temper, That care for none of these things, Acts 18. 17. Let •he Name of God be blasphemed by Cur•ing, and Swearing; on neither •ide, neither Criminals, nor yet Reformers, Men of Gallio is Temper, That care for none of these things, Acts 18. 17. Let •he Name of God be blasphemed by Cur•ing, and Swearing; p-acp dx n1, dx n2-jn, ccx av n2, n2 pp-f np1 vbz vvi, cst vvb p-acp pix pp-f d n2, n2 crd crd vvb j n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
179 let the Sabbath be •rofaned by Trading, by Fudling; let Adultery, and Whoredom, have their Course: let the Sabbath be •rofaned by Trading, by Fuddling; let Adultery, and Whoredom, have their Course: vvb dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp n-vvg, p-acp vvg; vvb n1, cc n1, vhb po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
180 What is that to them, they have other Business to mind, they will not be Busie-bodies in other Mens Matters? Why should they involve themselves? Are they their Brothers Keepers? Hear what God says, What is that to them, they have other Business to mind, they will not be Busybodies in other Men's Matters? Why should they involve themselves? are they their Brother's Keepers? Hear what God Says, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb j-jn n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi n2 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2? q-crq vmd pns32 vvi px32? vbr pns32 po32 ng1 n2? np1 r-crq np1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
181 and tremble under thy daring Folly, thy base Neutrality: Thou shalt not •ate thy Brother, in thine Heart; and tremble under thy daring Folly, thy base Neutrality: Thou shalt not •ate thy Brother, in thine Heart; cc vvi p-acp po21 j-vvg n1, po21 j n1: pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1, p-acp po21 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
182 thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy Neighbour, and not suffer Sin upon him, Lev. 19. 17. Is it a light Matter with thee, to neglect to re•uke thy Brother, thy Neighbour, thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy Neighbour, and not suffer since upon him, Lev. 19. 17. Is it a Light Matter with thee, to neglect to re•uke thy Brother, thy Neighbour, pns21 vm2 p-acp d j n1 po21 n1, cc xx vvi n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd vbz pn31 dt j n1 p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po21 n1, po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
183 when, in God's Account, it is hating him in thy Heart? which God hath let thee know is Murder, 1 John 3. 15. Whosoever hateth his Brother, is a Murderer. when, in God's Account, it is hating him in thy Heart? which God hath let thee know is Murder, 1 John 3. 15. Whosoever hates his Brother, is a Murderer. c-crq, p-acp npg1 vvb, pn31 vbz vvg pno31 p-acp po21 n1? r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno21 vvi p-acp|dt n1, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vvz po31 n1, vbz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
184 Say not, I put thee upon more than rebuking, even correcting and punishing of him: For the Word which we translate in this plac• Rebuke, signifies to rebuke by Deeds, Say not, I put thee upon more than rebuking, even correcting and punishing of him: For the Word which we translate in this plac• Rebuke, signifies to rebuke by deeds, vvb xx, pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp dc cs vvg, av vvg cc vvg pp-f pno31: c-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 vvb, vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
185 as well as Words, set as Judge, chastize and correct; as Psal. 38. 1. Nay, the Word is doubled; in rebuking, thou shalt rebuke; as well as Words, Set as Judge, chastise and correct; as Psalm 38. 1. Nay, the Word is doubled; in rebuking, thou shalt rebuke; c-acp av c-acp n2, vvn p-acp n1, vvi cc vvi; c-acp np1 crd crd uh-x, dt n1 vbz vvn; p-acp vvg, pns21 vm2 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
186 in correcting, thou shalt correct to add the greater Emphasis to enforce the Duty: Moreover, the Words which we translate, Thou shalt not suffer Sin upon him; in correcting, thou shalt correct to add the greater Emphasis to enforce the Duty: Moreover, the Words which we translate, Thou shalt not suffer since upon him; p-acp vvg, pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: av, dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb, pns21 vm2 xx vvi n1 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
187 may be read, That thou bear no• Sin for him; or, Take his Sin upon thee. may be read, That thou bear no• since for him; or, Take his since upon thee. vmb vbi vvn, cst pns21 vvb n1 n1 p-acp pno31; cc, vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
188 It seems, the neglect of our Duty to him ▪ in rebuking, correcting him, and reclaiming him from his Sins, makes us Partakers with him, both in his Sin and Punishment. It seems, the neglect of our Duty to him ▪ in rebuking, correcting him, and reclaiming him from his Sins, makes us Partakers with him, both in his since and Punishment. pn31 vvz, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31 ▪ p-acp vvg, vvg pno31, cc vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n2, vvz pno12 n2 p-acp pno31, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
189 And hast not thou Sin enough of thine own, to answer for, that tho• darest involve thy self in other Men• Guilt? Awake, awake, shake off thy loathsome Neutrality; considering, And hast not thou since enough of thine own, to answer for, that tho• Darest involve thy self in other Men• Gilded? Awake, awake, shake off thy loathsome Neutrality; considering, cc vh2 xx pns21 n1 av-d pp-f po21 d, pc-acp vvi p-acp, cst n1 vv2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp j-jn np1 j-vvn? j, j, vvb a-acp po21 j n1; vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
190 1st. It puts thee under the Dislike of God. 2dly, The Dislike of good Men• And, 3dly, The Contempt even of ba• Men. 1st. It puts thee under the Dislike of God. 2dly, The Dislike of good Men• And, 3dly, The Contempt even of ba• Men. ord. pn31 vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av, dt n1 pp-f j np1 cc, av-j, dt n1 av pp-f n1 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 22
191 1. It puts thee under the Dislike of God; who cannot but take it ill at thy Hand: 1. It puts thee under the Dislike of God; who cannot but take it ill At thy Hand: crd pn31 vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; r-crq vmbx cc-acp vvi pn31 av-jn p-acp po21 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
192 He hath not play'd the Neuter with thee. He hath not played the Neuter with thee. pns31 vhz xx vvd dt n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
193 Hath he not given thee a Being? and put thee into good Circumstances? and made thee capable of his Service? Doth he not shew thee, that all thou art, Hath he not given thee a Being? and put thee into good circumstances? and made thee capable of his Service? Does he not show thee, that all thou art, vhz pns31 xx vvn pno21 dt vbg? cc vvb pno21 p-acp j n2? cc vvd pno21 j pp-f po31 n1? vdz pns31 xx vvi pno21, cst d pns21 vb2r, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
194 and hast, is his, by more Titles than one? And doth not Providence notifie to thee, The Lord hath now need of thee; to help to stem this Tide of Wickedness, that bears so hard upon us, in this Adulterous Generation? Hath he not enabled thee by good Laws, and haste, is his, by more Titles than one? And does not Providence notify to thee, The Lord hath now need of thee; to help to stem this Tide of Wickedness, that bears so hard upon us, in this Adulterous Generation? Hath he not enabled thee by good Laws, cc n1, vbz png31, p-acp dc n2 cs pi? cc vdz xx n1 vvi p-acp pno21, dt n1 vhz av n1 pp-f pno21; pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz av av-j p-acp pno12, p-acp d j n1? vhz pns31 xx vvn pno21 p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
195 and excellent Magistrates, to do something for him? And wilt thou still excuse thy self? Oh! thou art loth to meddle, notwithstanding thy Capacity, Ability, Opportunity to help the Lord against his daring Adversaries! and excellent Magistrates, to do something for him? And wilt thou still excuse thy self? Oh! thou art loath to meddle, notwithstanding thy Capacity, Ability, Opportunity to help the Lord against his daring Adversaries! cc j n2, pc-acp vdi pi p-acp pno31? cc vm2 pns21 av vvi po21 n1? uh pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi, p-acp po21 n1, n1, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n2! (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
196 Well, if I must leave thee, (be thou one in the Magistracy, or Ministry, Well, if I must leave thee, (be thou one in the Magistracy, or Ministry, uh-av, cs pns11 vmb vvi pno21, (vbb pns21 crd p-acp dt n1, cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
197 or one of the People;) if I must leave thee, as like the crafty Gallio, as I found thee, let me leave this with thee; or one of the People;) if I must leave thee, as like the crafty Gallio, as I found thee, let me leave this with thee; cc crd pp-f dt n1;) cs pns11 vmb vvi pno21, c-acp av-j dt j np1, c-acp pns11 vvd pno21, vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
198 That if thou wilt not come out to the help of the LORD, tho' it be against the Mighty, that support Debauchery, the LORD is like to overtake thee, Judges 5. 23. That if thou wilt not come out to the help of the LORD, though it be against the Mighty, that support Debauchery, the LORD is like to overtake thee, Judges 5. 23. d cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j, cst vvb n1, dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pno21, n2 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 24
199 Art thou afraid of the Ill-will, and fiery Fury of thy lustful and angry Neighbour, and art thou not afraid of an angry God? What a Wretch art thou! Art thou afraid of the Ill-will, and fiery Fury of thy lustful and angry Neighbour, and art thou not afraid of an angry God? What a Wretch art thou! vb2r pns21 j pp-f dt j, cc j n1 pp-f po21 j cc j n1, cc vb2r pns21 xx j pp-f dt j np1? q-crq dt n1 vb2r pns21! (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 24
200 Dost thou know, darest thou think, what this means, and yet hold on in thy Neutral Temper ▪ Read Zech. 1. 4, 5, 6. and do it at thy peril. Dost thou know, Darest thou think, what this means, and yet hold on in thy Neutral Temper ▪ Read Zechariah 1. 4, 5, 6. and do it At thy peril. vd2 pns21 vvi, vv2 pns21 vvi, r-crq d n2, cc av vvb a-acp p-acp po21 j vvi ▪ vvb np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc vdb pn31 p-acp po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 24
201 2. Thou art under the Dislike of good Men, that are active for God in Reformation-Work; 2. Thou art under the Dislike of good Men, that Are active for God in Reformation-work; crd pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst vbr j p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
202 they are troubled at it, and grieved for it, to see God dishonour'd, Debauchery perpetrated, they Are troubled At it, and grieved for it, to see God dishonoured, Debauchery perpetrated, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvd p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi np1 vvn, n1 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
203 and such a Person as thou, (who hast so many Advantages in thy Hand) stand by unconcern'd: and such a Person as thou, (who haste so many Advantages in thy Hand) stand by unconcerned: cc d dt n1 c-acp pns21, (r-crq n1 av d n2 p-acp po21 n1) vvb p-acp vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
204 Have God, and good Men, been every way s• kind to thee, done so much for thee, Have God, and good Men, been every Way s• kind to thee, done so much for thee, vhb n1, cc j n2, vbn d n1 n1 j p-acp pno21, vdn av av-d p-acp pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
205 and do they expect this from thee? And will thou do nothing? What ▪ not this little thing for them? Oh! where is thy Gratitude 〈 ◊ 〉 What a vile Wretch art thou, that has• none? and do they expect this from thee? And will thou do nothing? What ▪ not this little thing for them? Oh! where is thy Gratitude 〈 ◊ 〉 What a vile Wretch art thou, that has• none? cc vdb pns32 vvi d p-acp pno21? cc vmb pns21 vdi pix? q-crq ▪ xx d j n1 p-acp pno32? uh q-crq vbz po21 n1 〈 sy 〉 q-crq dt j n1 vb2r pns21, cst n1 pix? (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
206 3. Whatever Favour and Value tho• hopest to conciliate to thy self, with ba• Men, (that are impatient of the Reformation of their Lives and Manners;) they will but contemn and despise thee, for thy base Neutrality; 3. Whatever Favour and Valve tho• hopest to conciliate to thy self, with ba• Men, (that Are impatient of the Reformation of their Lives and Manners;) they will but contemn and despise thee, for thy base Neutrality; crd r-crq n1 cc vvi n1 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1, p-acp n1 n2, (cst vbr j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2;) pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21, p-acp po21 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
207 they cannot love thee, because thou art not one of them; they cannot love thee, Because thou art not one of them; pns32 vmbx vvi pno21, c-acp pns21 vb2r xx pi pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
208 and they will despise thee, because thou darest not appear against that in them, which they, and they will despise thee, Because thou Darest not appear against that in them, which they, cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21, c-acp pns21 vv2 xx vvi p-acp d p-acp pno32, r-crq pns32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
209 and thou know, is bad in them. and thou know, is bad in them. cc pns21 vvb, vbz j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
210 They have some confessed, aweful Reverence, to Men of Piety and Vertue ▪ that dare to be good, They have Some confessed, awful reverence, to Men of Piety and Virtue ▪ that Dare to be good, pns32 vhb d vvn, j n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 ▪ cst vvb pc-acp vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
211 and stand to it, and face all Oppositions and Reproaches, that appear against it: and stand to it, and face all Oppositions and Reproaches, that appear against it: cc vvb p-acp pn31, cc n1 d n2 cc n2, cst vvb p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
212 They dare not to be wicked under a Cato 's Eye, in view of such a Man as he; They Dare not to be wicked under a Cato is Eye, in view of such a Man as he; pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt np1 vbz n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp pns31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
213 But how mean a thing art thou, in the Eyes of these vile Persons, who darest do nothing against the Immoralities thou darest not act. But how mean a thing art thou, in the Eyes of these vile Persons, who Darest do nothing against the Immoralities thou Darest not act. cc-acp c-crq j dt n1 vb2r pns21, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2, q-crq vv2 vdb pix p-acp dt n2 pns21 vv2 xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
214 Well, Sirs, what will you now do upon the whole Matter? Have you had no Concern, Well, Sirs, what will you now do upon the Whole Matter? Have you had no Concern, uh-av, n2, r-crq vmb pn22 av vdb p-acp dt j-jn n1? vhb pn22 vhd dx vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
215 for the rebuking, correcting, and reforming of Drunkenness, Swearing, Cursing, Whoring, Sabbath-breaking, Stealing, and such like Wickednesses, which the Laws of the Land enable you to, for the rebuking, correcting, and reforming of drunkenness, Swearing, Cursing, Whoring, Sabbath-breaking, Stealing, and such like Wickednesses, which the Laws of the Land enable you to, p-acp dt vvg, vvg, cc vvg pp-f n1, vvg, vvg, vvg, j, vvg, cc d j n2, r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi pn22 pc-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
216 and the good and excellent Magistrates of this Renowned City, encourage you in? And will you have none after all God, and the good and excellent Magistrates of this Renowned city, encourage you in? And will you have none After all God, cc dt j cc j n2 pp-f d j-vvn n1, vvb pn22 p-acp? cc vmb pn22 vhb pix p-acp d np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
217 and Man, have said to you, and expect from you? Quit for shame, your sluggish Post; and Man, have said to you, and expect from you? Quit for shame, your sluggish Post; cc n1, vhb vvn p-acp pn22, cc vvi p-acp pn22? np1 p-acp n1, po22 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 26
218 out, up, and be doing, and be at some more Cost and Pains; (it may put you to both) because of the little you have yet done. out, up, and be doing, and be At Some more Cost and Pains; (it may put you to both) Because of the little you have yet done. av, a-acp, cc vbi vdg, cc vbb p-acp d dc n1 cc n2; (pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d) c-acp pp-f dt j pn22 vhb av vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 26
219 2. It reproves those that are Loyterers in this painful Work. 'Tis a Work which, you hear, requires Strength and Vigour; 2. It reproves those that Are Loiterers in this painful Work. It's a Work which, you hear, requires Strength and Vigour; crd pn31 vvz d cst vbr n2 p-acp d j n1. pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq, pn22 vvb, vvz n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
220 a stirring up of Strength, such as will prevail: a stirring up of Strength, such as will prevail: dt vvg a-acp pp-f n1, d c-acp vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
221 Yet now be strong, & • ▪ Sinner, I must deal plainly with thee, 〈 ◊ 〉 thou lay not out thy self to some purpose, to good purpose, to make somewhat of it, thy idling Temper will entitl• thee to an, Oh thou slothful, and wicke• Servant: Yet now be strong, & • ▪ Sinner, I must deal plainly with thee, 〈 ◊ 〉 thou lay not out thy self to Some purpose, to good purpose, to make somewhat of it, thy idling Temper will entitl• thee to an, O thou slothful, and wicke• Servant: av av vbi j, cc • ▪ n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno21, 〈 sy 〉 pns21 vvd xx av po21 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi av pp-f pn31, po21 vvg vvi fw-la n1 pno21 p-acp dt, uh pns21 j, cc n1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
222 Wicked, because slothful, Ma•• 25. 26. And thy Reward shall be according to thy Work. Read Verse 3• For the Curse of the Lord cannot b• take hold of thee, Wicked, Because slothful, Ma•• 25. 26. And thy Reward shall be according to thy Work. Read Verse 3• For the Curse of the Lord cannot b• take hold of thee, j, c-acp j, np1 crd crd cc po21 n1 vmb vbi vvg p-acp po21 n1. np1 n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmbx n1 vvb vvi pp-f pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
223 if thou do his Work d•ceitfully: i. e. if thou do his Work d•ceitfully: i. e. cs pns21 vvz po31 n1 av-j: uh. sy. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
224 negligently, Jer. 48. 1•• God, and thy Redeemer, have not brough• about the Work of thy Redemption, 〈 ◊ 〉 such a negligent, loytering Way of Wor•ing. negligently, Jer. 48. 1•• God, and thy Redeemer, have not brough• about the Work of thy Redemption, 〈 ◊ 〉 such a negligent, loitering Way of Wor•ing. av-j, np1 crd n1 np1, cc po21 n1, vhb xx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, 〈 sy 〉 d dt j, vvg n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
225 Is this the best thou canst, thou w• do for him, and at such a needful Ju•cture as this? We account an Eye-Se•vant amongst bad Servants; and well we may; Is this the best thou Canst, thou w• doe for him, and At such a needful Ju•cture as this? We account an Eye-Se•vant among bad Servants; and well we may; vbz d dt js pns21 vm2, pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp d? pns12 vvb dt j p-acp j n2; cc av pns12 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
226 they will not work longer than their Master looks on. I wish I knew how to perswade thee to be an Eye-Servant, to work diligently, they will not work longer than their Master looks on. I wish I knew how to persuade thee to be an Eye-Servant, to work diligently, pns32 vmb xx vvi av-jc cs po32 n1 vvz a-acp. pns11 vvb pns11 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi pno21 pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
227 tho' but whilst thy Master looks on, and expects it from thee: though but while thy Master looks on, and expects it from thee: cs cc-acp cs po21 n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz pn31 p-acp pno21: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
228 For his Eye is always on thee, he sees when thou shuttest thine Eyes upon the Wickedness thou shouldest punish; For his Eye is always on thee, he sees when thou shuttest thine Eyes upon the Wickedness thou Shouldst Punish; c-acp po31 n1 vbz av p-acp pno21, pns31 vvz c-crq pns21 vv2 po21 n2 p-acp dt n1 pns21 vmd2 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
229 and takest thine Ease, when Matters call thee to be up and doing: and Takest thine Ease, when Matters call thee to be up and doing: cc vv2 po21 n1, c-crq n2 vvb pno21 pc-acp vbi p-acp cc vdg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
230 Remember thy Judge maintains a Spy in thy own Bosome, that will tell of all thy Sloth, Coldness, remember thy Judge maintains a Spy in thy own Bosom, that will tell of all thy Sloth, Coldness, vvb po21 n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po21 d n1, cst vmb vvi pp-f d po21 n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
231 and Loytering in his Work, and Service. and Loitering in his Work, and Service. cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 27
232 3. It reproves those that will not stir up themselves, with all their Might and Vigour, 3. It reproves those that will not stir up themselves, with all their Might and Vigour, crd pn31 vvz d cst vmb xx vvi a-acp px32, p-acp d po32 vmd cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 27
233 when the Difficulties they labour under, are ready to dispirit them. when the Difficulties they labour under, Are ready to dispirit them. c-crq dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp, vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 27
234 What not use and improve the Capacities you have? What sit down before you have turned every Stone? Bear your Reproof, and chide your dastardly Spirits: What not use and improve the Capacities you have? What fit down before you have turned every Stone? Bear your Reproof, and chide your dastardly Spirits: q-crq xx n1 cc vvi dt n2 pn22 vhb? q-crq vvb a-acp p-acp pn22 vhb vvn d n1? n1 po22 n1, cc vvb po22 j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 27
235 stir up your selves at such a rate, as you may not need the help of others, who will be backward enough to do it. stir up your selves At such a rate, as you may not need the help of Others, who will be backward enough to do it. vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vmb vbi av-j av-d pc-acp vdi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 27
236 4. It reproves those that will not endeavour to stir up, and invigorate others to the Work, when they need it; 4. It reproves those that will not endeavour to stir up, and invigorate Others to the Work, when they need it; crd pn31 vvz d cst vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc j n2-jn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
237 whe• their Courage fails for want of it. whe• their Courage fails for want of it. n1 po32 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
238 Th• is one of the Works of our Sacred Function, Isa. 58. 1. But it is not confine• to us. Th• is one of the Works of our Sacred Function, Isaiah 58. 1. But it is not confine• to us. np1 vbz pi pp-f dt vvz pp-f po12 j n1, np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbz xx n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
239 Our excellent Judges, Justices o• the Peace, Stewards of Courts-Leet, c ▪ they bear a Testimony, they promote this Matter, as well as we. Our excellent Judges, Justices o• the Peace, Stewards of Courts-Leet, c ▪ they bear a Testimony, they promote this Matter, as well as we. po12 j n2, ng1 n1 dt n1, n2 pp-f n1, sy ▪ pns32 vvb dt n1, pns32 vvd d n1, c-acp av c-acp pns12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
240 V. And Lastly, It reproves those that take it ill, that will not bear to be excited: V. And Lastly, It reproves those that take it ill, that will not bear to be excited: np1 cc ord, pn31 vvz d cst vvb pn31 av-jn, cst vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
241 It's a thing which Men do worse bear, when they most need it. But ' ti• not reasonable to presume, I am speaking to many such: It's a thing which Men do Worse bear, when they most need it. But ' ti• not reasonable to presume, I am speaking to many such: pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq n2 vdb av-jc vvi, c-crq pns32 av-ds vvb pn31. p-acp ' n1 xx j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp d d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
242 What should they do here on this Occasion? And therefore let us endeavour to improve it by way of Excitation, to such a Work, at such a Season as this. What should they do Here on this Occasion? And Therefore let us endeavour to improve it by Way of Excitation, to such a Work, At such a Season as this. q-crq vmd pns32 vdb av p-acp d n1? cc av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
243 You see, by the Warrant of my Text, I have a justifying Occasion to apply my self, You see, by the Warrant of my Text, I have a justifying Occasion to apply my self, pn22 vvb, p-acp dt vvb pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vhb dt vvg n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 28
244 1. To those who are Civil, [ if ] Subordinate, Rulers, and Governours. 2. To those that are Sacred, and Ecclesiastical Governours, under the King; 〈 ◊ 〉 well as, 1. To those who Are Civil, [ if ] Subordinate, Rulers, and Governors. 2. To those that Are Sacred, and Ecclesiastical Governors, under the King; 〈 ◊ 〉 well as, crd p-acp d r-crq vbr j, [ cs ] j, n2, cc n2. crd p-acp d cst vbr j, cc j n2, p-acp dt n1; 〈 sy 〉 uh-av a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 28
245 3. To all the People of the Land, of the City, and of the Country, into whose Hands, God, by his Providence, puts any Opportunity to execute good Laws, 3. To all the People of the Land, of the city, and of the Country, into whose Hands, God, by his Providence, puts any Opportunity to execute good Laws, crd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n2, np1, p-acp po31 n1, vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
246 for the restraining Debaucheries of every kind: for the restraining Debaucheries of every kind: p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
247 To thee, O Zerubbabel; to thee, O Joshua; to you, O People of the Land, the Errand of my Text, and Doctrine comes: To thee, Oh Zerubbabel; to thee, Oh joshua; to you, Oh People of the Land, the Errand of my Text, and Doctrine comes: p-acp pno21, uh np1; p-acp pno21, uh np1; p-acp pn22, uh n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc n1 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
248 And O that I knew how to give it its Force: And Oh that I knew how to give it its Force: cc uh cst pns11 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
249 O that the good Spirit of God would give it its Authority and Power over all your Consciences, that it might have an Effect upon all of us, Oh that the good Spirit of God would give it its authority and Power over all your Consciences, that it might have an Effect upon all of us, uh cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi pn31 po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d po22 n2, cst pn31 vmd vhi dt vvb p-acp d pp-f pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
250 as it had in Israel 's Day, on all of them. as it had in Israel is Day, on all of them. c-acp pn31 vhd p-acp np1 vbz n1, p-acp d pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
251 1. To those of you that are in any Offices, appointed to execute these good Laws: 1. To those of you that Are in any Offices, appointed to execute these good Laws: crd p-acp d pp-f pn22 cst vbr p-acp d n2, vvn pc-acp vvi d j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 29
252 Much I could say, to excite you to a zealous, prudent, impartial, diligent Application to your Work: Much I could say, to excite you to a zealous, prudent, impartial, diligent Application to your Work: d pns11 vmd vvi, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt j, j, j, j n1 p-acp po22 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 29
253 There are Topicks for Arguments peculiar to your Cases, your Commissions, your Oaths, the Trust you have taken upon you, the Confidence our dread Sovereign, There Are Topicks for Arguments peculiar to your Cases, your Commissions, your Oaths, the Trust you have taken upon you, the Confidence our dread Sovereign, a-acp vbr np2 p-acp n2 j p-acp po22 n2, po22 n2, po22 n2, dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, dt n1 po12 j n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 29
254 and his People, have in you, and the Expectations all have from you. and his People, have in you, and the Expectations all have from you. cc po31 n1, vhb p-acp pn22, cc dt n2 d vhb p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 29
255 There are Counsels proper and necessary to be taken, about dealing first with your own Hearts, Houses, There Are Counsels proper and necessary to be taken, about dealing First with your own Hearts, Houses, pc-acp vbr n2 j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp vvg ord p-acp po22 d n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
256 and Conversations, in order to your more effectual Management of what you endeavour for others: and Conversations, in order to your more effectual Management of what you endeavour for Others: cc n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po22 av-dc j n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
257 And had I not been credibly inform'd, (by those that dare not impose upon me) of the Conscientious Care that most of you have taken in these Things, I should have presumed to address you with the Plainness that is natural to me, And had I not been credibly informed, (by those that Dare not impose upon me) of the Conscientious Care that most of you have taken in these Things, I should have presumed to address you with the Plainness that is natural to me, cc vhd pns11 xx vbn av-j vvn, (p-acp d cst vvb xx vvi p-acp pno11) pp-f dt j n1 cst ds pp-f pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d n2, pns11 vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
258 and as necessary on this Occasion: and as necessary on this Occasion: cc p-acp j p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
259 But it is Matter of my Joy ▪ that your Conduct, in these Things, hath so far superseded my Applications to you Go on, good Gentlemen, to signaliz• your selves to the End, But it is Matter of my Joy ▪ that your Conduct, in these Things, hath so Far superseded my Applications to you Go on, good Gentlemen, to signaliz• your selves to the End, cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 pp-f po11 n1 ▪ cst pn22 vvb, p-acp d n2, vhz av av-j vvd po11 n2 p-acp pn22 vvb a-acp, j n2, p-acp n1 po22 n2 p-acp dt vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
260 as you have done in the Beginning; as you have done in the Beginning; c-acp pn22 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
261 that the uprising Generation may call you Blessed, and bless God for you, as we do. that the uprising Generation may call you Blessed, and bless God for you, as we do. cst dt j-vvg n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvn, cc vvb np1 p-acp pn22, c-acp pns12 vdb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
262 2. To those of, you my Brethren, that are as the Sons of the Prophets, that lik• Haggai the Prophet, 2. To those of, you my Brothers, that Are as the Sons of the prophets, that lik• Chaggai the Prophet, crd p-acp d pp-f, pn22 po11 n2, cst vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst n1 np1 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 30
263 and Joshua the Priest of the Lord, are, by the Sacred Tie o• your Honourable Function, under Obligation to cry aloud, to lift up your Voices like Trumpets, Isa. 38. 1. To excite all to every great, and good Work; and joshua the Priest of the Lord, Are, by the Sacred Tie o• your Honourable Function, under Obligation to cry aloud, to lift up your Voices like Trumpets, Isaiah 38. 1. To excite all to every great, and good Work; cc np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr, p-acp dt j vvb n1 po22 j n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av, pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 av-j n2, np1 crd crd p-acp vvi d p-acp d j, cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 30
264 especially one that is so excellent in itself, so beneficial to the World. especially one that is so excellent in itself, so beneficial to the World. av-j pi cst vbz av j p-acp px31, av j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 30
265 Topicks are not to seek, to stir you up to the Duty of your Place, in such a Juncture as this: Topicks Are not to seek, to stir you up to the Duty of your Place, in such a Juncture as this: np2 vbr xx p-acp vvb, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 31
266 Did it not better become me, to learn of you, than presume to prescribe to you. Did it not better become me, to Learn of you, than presume to prescribe to you. vdd pn31 xx av-jc vvi pno11, pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22, cs vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 31
267 3. But to you, O People of the Land, let me say, Up, and be doing; every Soul to its Post; 3. But to you, Oh People of the Land, let me say, Up, and be doing; every Soul to its Post; crd p-acp p-acp pn22, uh n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno11 vvi, a-acp, cc vbi vdg; d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 31
268 this Work cannot be done without you. If no Criminal had been punish'd in Israel, but those Moses found in the Fact, this Work cannot be done without you. If not Criminal had been punished in Israel, but those Moses found in the Fact, d n1 vmbx vbi vdn p-acp pn22. cs xx j-jn vhd vbn vvn p-acp np1, p-acp d np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 31
269 how few had they been? Reformation calls for many; nay, I had almost said, all Hands: how few had they been? Reformation calls for many; nay, I had almost said, all Hands: c-crq d vhd pns32 vbn? n1 vvz p-acp d; uh-x, pns11 vhd av vvn, d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 31
270 I need call no other Vouchers than my Text and Doctrine. I need call no other Vouchers than my Text and Doctrine. pns11 vvb vvi dx j-jn n2 cs po11 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 31
271 And tho' I wave the Motives peculiar to Officers, Civil, and Sacred, on the Grounds I hinted; And though I wave the Motives peculiar to Officers, Civil, and Sacred, on the Grounds I hinted; cc cs pns11 vvb dt n2 j p-acp n2, j, cc j, p-acp dt n2 pns11 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 31
272 yet give me leave to offer some Inforcements, that may (if God please to give them their Weight with you) have a tendency to influence all the sorts of Persons, my Text, yet give me leave to offer Some Enforcements, that may (if God please to give them their Weight with you) have a tendency to influence all the sorts of Persons, my Text, av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cst vmb (cs np1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 n1 p-acp pn22) vhb dt n1 p-acp n1 d dt n2 pp-f n2, po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 31
273 and the Occasion warrant me to address, by way of Excitation. and the Occasion warrant me to address, by Way of Excitation. cc dt n1 vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 31
274 1. Consider how much of this good Work is already done, maugre all the Difficulties under which it at first laboured. 1. Consider how much of this good Work is already done, maugre all the Difficulties under which it At First laboured. crd np1 c-crq d pp-f d j n1 vbz av vdn, p-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 p-acp ord vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
275 2. Consider how much is yet to be done, which cannot be done without more Hands. 2. Consider how much is yet to be done, which cannot be done without more Hands. crd np1 c-crq d vbz av pc-acp vbi vdn, r-crq vmbx vbb vdn p-acp dc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
276 3. How much Encouragement there lies in the Text, for every one to do his part, 3. How much Encouragement there lies in the Text, for every one to do his part, crd c-crq d n1 a-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp d pi pc-acp vdi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
277 when God will be with him, and his Reward is sure to him. First consider for your Encouragement, what hath been done. when God will be with him, and his Reward is sure to him. First Consider for your Encouragement, what hath been done. c-crq np1 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, cc po31 n1 vbz j p-acp pno31. ord vvb p-acp po22 n1, r-crq vhz vbn vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
278 Blessed be God, there is any thing done: Blessed be God, there is any thing done: j-vvn vbb np1, pc-acp vbz d n1 vdn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 32
279 You may see reason to joyn in this Thanksgiving, and take Heart to quit your selves like Men, in what remains to be done; You may see reason to join in this Thanksgiving, and take Heart to quit your selves like Men, in what remains to be done; pn22 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av-j n2, p-acp r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vdn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 32
280 if you please but to look back with me, upon some of the many Discouragements, and Obstructions, under which it at first laboured. if you please but to look back with me, upon Some of the many Discouragements, and Obstructions, under which it At First laboured. cs pn22 vvb cc-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno11, p-acp d pp-f dt d n2, cc n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 p-acp ord vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 32
281 1. It was done against all the Wickedness, and Corruption, that is in the degenerate Natures of wicked Men; 1. It was done against all the Wickedness, and Corruption, that is in the degenerate Nature's of wicked Men; crd pn31 vbds vdn p-acp d dt n1, cc n1, cst vbz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 32
282 nay, of Corruption excited by the Devil, rooted and strengthned into Habit; which is more than meer Nature; nay, of Corruption excited by the devil, rooted and strengthened into Habit; which is more than mere Nature; uh-x, pp-f n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; r-crq vbz av-dc cs j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 32
283 a second Nature, worse (if possible) than the first. a second Nature, Worse (if possible) than the First. dt ord n1, av-jc (cs j) cs dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 32
284 The Lusts, and Passions, of every debauched, wicked Man, in Court, and City, are against the Work, and the Doers of it; The Lustiest, and Passion, of every debauched, wicked Man, in Court, and city, Are against the Work, and the Doers of it; dt n2, cc n2, pp-f d j-vvn, j n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, vbr p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 32
285 and spirit them, in some Fits, to design and endeavour those desperate Things, which may be Exercise to the greatest Courage: and Spirit them, in Some Fits, to Design and endeavour those desperate Things, which may be Exercise to the greatest Courage: cc n1 pno32, p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 cc vvi d j n2, r-crq vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt js n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 33
286 Nay, 'tis a Wonder to me, no more violent Effects have been produced, from such boisterous Causes; Nay, it's a Wonder to me, no more violent Effects have been produced, from such boisterous Causes; uh-x, pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp pno11, av-dx av-dc j n2 vhb vbn vvn, p-acp d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 33
287 to make those that hear, to fear, and meddle no more. to make those that hear, to Fear, and meddle no more. pc-acp vvi d cst vvb, pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av-dx av-dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 33
288 Much of which is due to your prudent Conduct, in concealing the Names of those that gave in the Informations. Much of which is due to your prudent Conduct, in concealing the Names of those that gave in the Informations. av-d pp-f r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po22 j vvb, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d cst vvd p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 33
289 2. There was another Difficulty, and that about the forming of these excellent Societies, out of Men of different Perswasions about Matters in Religion, 2. There was Another Difficulty, and that about the forming of these excellent Societies, out of Men of different Persuasions about Matters in Religion, crd pc-acp vbds j-jn n1, cc cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n2, av pp-f n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
290 and different Opinions about some Rites and Circumstances of their Religion. Differences of smaller moment, have, by the Skill of Rome, and Hell, been so managed, and different Opinions about Some Rites and circumstances of their Religion. Differences of smaller moment, have, by the Skill of Room, and Hell, been so managed, cc j n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1. n2 pp-f jc n1, vhb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi, cc n1, vbn av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
291 as to divide and imbitter the Hearts of good Men, both Ministers, and People, and render many of them uncapable of that Love and Union, which might subserve many a Common Good; as to divide and embitter the Hearts of good Men, both Ministers, and People, and render many of them uncapable of that Love and union, which might subserve many a Common Good; c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2, d n2, cc n1, cc vvi d pp-f pno32 j pp-f d n1 cc n1, r-crq vmd vvi d dt j j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
292 as yours hath, and doth, and is like (through Divine Goodness) further to do. as yours hath, and does, and is like (through Divine goodness) further to do. p-acp png22 vhz, cc vdz, cc vbz j (p-acp j-jn n1) av-jc pc-acp vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
293 We must own it to our Reproach, ▪ that we ought to have set you a Copy of this kind; We must own it to our Reproach, ▪ that we ought to have Set you a Copy of this kind; pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1, ▪ d pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f d j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 34
294 and by our bearing with, and forbearing of one another, in our lesser Differences, have heartily joyned in those Methods, that might promote the common Interest, of our common Lord: and by our bearing with, and forbearing of one Another, in our lesser Differences, have heartily joined in those Methods, that might promote the Common Interest, of our Common Lord: cc p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp, cc vvg pp-f pi j-jn, p-acp po12 jc n2, vhb av-j vvn p-acp d n2, cst vmd vvi dt j n1, pp-f po12 j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 34
295 How much more had this been to our Honour, than to revile-and reproach one another, on Account of these supposed little Differences. How much more had this been to our Honour, than to revile-and reproach one Another, on Account of these supposed little Differences. c-crq d n1 vhd d vbn p-acp po12 n1, cs p-acp j n1 pi j-jn, p-acp vvb pp-f d j-vvn j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 34
296 But in this I must rebuke my self, because I have reason to hope, we, But in this I must rebuke my self, Because I have reason to hope, we, cc-acp p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, pns12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
297 and our Brethren, that have a deep Sence of the ill Influences these Things have upon the Inwards, the Spirits, and our Brothers, that have a deep Sense of the ill Influences these Things have upon the Inward, the Spirits, cc po12 n2, cst vhb dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 d n2 vhb p-acp dt j, dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
298 and Power of Religion, are coming to a better Temper towards one another: and Power of Religion, Are coming to a better Temper towards one Another: cc n1 pp-f n1, vbr vvg p-acp dt jc vvi p-acp crd j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
299 May we write after your Copy, and laying aside all Resentments, and carnal Contentions, joyn in that, in which we are so well agreed, to promote the Interest of our great Master; May we write After your Copy, and laying aside all Resentments, and carnal Contentions, join in that, in which we Are so well agreed, to promote the Interest of our great Master; vmb pns12 vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc vvg av d n2, cc j n2, vvb p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
300 verifying the old Irenick Saying ▪ Opinionum varietas & Opinantium unitas non sunt, NONLATINALPHABET. verifying the old Irenick Saying ▪ Opinionum varietas & Opinantium unitas non sunt,. vvg dt j np1 vvg ▪ np1 n2 cc np1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la,. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
301 Oh! for a fuller Measure of that Spirit of Christ, of pure Christianity, which would facilitate that to us, it hath already done to you. Oh! for a fuller Measure of that Spirit of christ, of pure Christianity, which would facilitate that to us, it hath already done to you. uh p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, pp-f j np1, r-crq vmd vvi cst p-acp pno12, pn31 vhz av vdn p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
302 3. Another great Impediment arose from the Iniquity of the late Reigns. 3. another great Impediment arose from the Iniquity of the late Reigns. crd j-jn j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
303 It's not unknown to many of you, that have read the Secret Histories of those Reigns, It's not unknown to many of you, that have read the Secret Histories of those Reigns, pn31|vbz xx j p-acp d pp-f pn22, cst vhb vvn dt j-jn n2 pp-f d vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
304 or the more Authentick Memoirs, and Collections thereof; or the more Authentic Memoirs, and Collections thereof; cc dt av-dc j n2, cc n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
305 that the daring Designs of the Gunpowder-Traitors, Anno 1605, had such an Influence upon that fearful Prince, King James the First, that few, that the daring Designs of the Gunpowder-Traitors, Anno 1605, had such an Influence upon that fearful Prince, King James the First, that few, cst dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n2, fw-la crd, vhd d dt n1 p-acp d j n1, n1 np1 dt ord, cst d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
306 if any, true Steps, towards Reformation, were ever since advanced by him, or his. if any, true Steps, towards Reformation, were ever since advanced by him, or his. cs d, j vvz, p-acp n1, vbdr av a-acp vvd p-acp pno31, cc png31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
307 If this were a place for it, I could easily tell you, that favour to Popery and Profaneness, became Governing Principles in our British Politicks: If this were a place for it, I could Easily tell you, that favour to Popery and Profaneness, became Governing Principles in our Brit Politics: cs d vbdr dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns11 vmd av-j vvi pn22, cst n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvd vvg n2 p-acp po12 np1 n2-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
308 Witness the trinkling, mean Condescention of that Prince to Papists; Witness the tinkling, mean Condescension of that Prince to Papists; vvb dt j-vvg, j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp njp2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
309 nay, to the Pope himself, under the abusive Treaty for the Infanta of Spain, and the Proclamation for Loose and Licentious Sports, on the Lord's-Days; (that Reproach of his, and his Son's Reigns): nay, to the Pope himself, under the abusive Treaty for the Infanta of Spain, and the Proclamation for Lose and Licentious Sports, on the Lord's-Days; (that Reproach of his, and his Son's Reigns): uh-x, p-acp dt n1 px31, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp dt n2; (d n1 pp-f png31, cc po31 ng1 vvz): (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
310 And, if some guess right, the Foundation of the Ruine of that unhappy Prince. And, if Some guess right, the Foundation of the Ruin of that unhappy Prince. cc, cs d vvb av-jn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f cst j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
311 And when he turn'd off from tantalizing of Spain, he appli'd to a Daughter of France: Such a Biggot was she to the Romish Religion, And when he turned off from tantalizing of Spain, he applied to a Daughter of France: Such a Bigot was she to the Romish Religion, cc c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp vvg pp-f np1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: d dt n1 vbds pns31 p-acp dt np1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 35
312 and such an Ascendant had she over his Son, her Husband, Charles the First, that all Things ran in the like Channel, and such an Ascendant had she over his Son, her Husband, Charles the First, that all Things ran in the like Channel, cc d dt n1 vhd pns31 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, np1 dt ord, cst d n2 vvd p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
313 for Popery, and Profaneness, and with a greater Torrent; witness repeated Proclamations, in favour of both: for Popery, and Profaneness, and with a greater Torrent; witness repeated Proclamations, in favour of both: p-acp n1, cc n1, cc p-acp dt jc n1; n1 vvn n2, p-acp n1 pp-f d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
314 And tho' God gave signal Notices of his Displeasure against that Family, in Ways I need not name; And though God gave signal Notices of his Displeasure against that Family, in Ways I need not name; cc cs np1 vvd n1 n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp n2 pns11 vvb xx n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
315 yet the Return of Charles the Second, after all the sham Pretences to the contrary, issued in favour of Popery, and greater Profaneness, and Debauchery. yet the Return of Charles the Second, After all the sham Pretences to the contrary, issued in favour of Popery, and greater Profaneness, and Debauchery. av dt n1 pp-f np1 dt ord, c-acp d dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n-jn, vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc jc n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
316 I have been assured, a Clergy-Man of that Communion, did in a Frolick freely say, That it was agreed by their Politicians, that they had no hope to introduce their Religion here, I have been assured, a Clergy-Man of that Communion, did in a Frolic freely say, That it was agreed by their Politicians, that they had no hope to introduce their Religion Here, pns11 vhb vbn vvn, dt n1 pp-f d n1, vdd p-acp dt j-jn av-j vvi, cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
317 but by Atheism, Irreligion, and Debauchery of the Gentry, and Clergy; but by Atheism, Irreligion, and Debauchery of the Gentry, and Clergy; cc-acp p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
318 which, by a variety of Means, they brought about so effectually, that all sorts of Wickednesses were now barefac'd, daring the Sun ▪ in the last Reigns, to the great Grief of many of the Reverend true Sons of the Church: which, by a variety of Means, they brought about so effectually, that all sorts of Wickednesses were now barefaced, daring the Sun ▪ in the last Reigns, to the great Grief of many of the Reverend true Sons of the Church: r-crq, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vvd a-acp av av-j, cst d n2 pp-f n2 vbdr av j, vvg dt n1 ▪ p-acp dt ord vvz, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d pp-f dt n-jn j n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 36
319 Now Swearing, Cursing, Damning, Whoring, Sabbathbreaking, hating, reviling, and persecuting of all serious Godliness, were grown very modish, Now Swearing, Cursing, Damning, Whoring, Sabbath breaking, hating, reviling, and persecuting of all serious Godliness, were grown very modish, av vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, j, vvg, vvg, cc vvg pp-f d j n1, vbdr vvn av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 37
320 and very fashionable Things, rode in Triumph, above the Controul of those that should have attested them. and very fashionable Things, road in Triumph, above the Control of those that should have attested them. cc av j n2, vvd p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vmd vhi vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 37
321 4. Another great Impediment, was, that when this Revolution came upon us, over all the Mountains of Difficulty, 4. another great Impediment, was, that when this Revolution Come upon us, over all the Mountains of Difficulty, crd j-jn j n1, vbds, cst c-crq d n1 vvd p-acp pno12, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
322 and Discouragement, in ways we looked not for, so little was at first done to reform the Court, City, Country, Army, Navy, Magistracy, and Ministry: and Discouragement, in ways we looked not for, so little was At First done to reform the Court, city, Country, Army, Navy, Magistracy, and Ministry: cc n1, p-acp n2 pns12 vvd xx p-acp, av j vbds p-acp ord vdn pc-acp vvi dt n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
323 'Tis true, we made a glorious Step about our Judges, (the Honour of the Courts they sit in;) But did we not stick there? I am told, that the Politicks that stopt us there, It's true, we made a glorious Step about our Judges, (the Honour of the Courts they fit in;) But did we not stick there? I am told, that the Politics that stopped us there, pn31|vbz j, pns12 vvd dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, (dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp;) cc-acp vdd pns12 xx vvi a-acp? pns11 vbm vvn, cst dt n2-j cst vvd pno12 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
324 and kept us from a further, and fuller Reformation, were such as these. This was to begin at the wrong End, which the Nation would not yet bear: and kept us from a further, and fuller Reformation, were such as these. This was to begin At the wrong End, which the nation would not yet bear: cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt jc, cc jc n1, vbdr d c-acp d. d vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn vvb, r-crq dt n1 vmd xx av vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
325 We must first settle the Throne, establish the Government, and then reform what was amiss in Religion, and the Morals of Men. We must First settle the Throne, establish the Government, and then reform what was amiss in Religion, and the Morals of Men. pns12 vmb ord vvi dt n1, vvb dt n1, cc av vvi r-crq vbds av p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
326 And I have been told, that these Politicks were carried over into a Neighbour Nation, for a Measure of their Proceedings; And I have been told, that these Politics were carried over into a Neighbour nation, for a Measure of their Proceedings; cc pns11 vhb vbn vvn, cst d n2-j vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
327 and were proposed, and were too like to take there also; and were proposed, and were too like to take there also; cc vbdr vvn, cc vbdr av av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 37
328 but that a Great Man stood up, and signalized himself, by saying, Let us do God's Work first, and trust him with ours; but that a Great Man stood up, and signalized himself, by saying, Let us do God's Work First, and trust him with ours; cc-acp cst dt j n1 vvd a-acp, cc vvd px31, p-acp vvg, vvb pns12 vdb npg1 n1 ord, cc vvb pno31 p-acp png12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
329 let us reform, and God will settle us. let us reform, and God will settle us. vvb pno12 vvi, cc np1 vmb vvi pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
330 And what hath since befallen them, and us, under our different Methods, may tell us who were in the right: And what hath since befallen them, and us, under our different Methods, may tell us who were in the right: cc r-crq vhz a-acp vvn pno32, cc pno12, p-acp po12 j n2, vmb vvi pno12 r-crq vbdr p-acp dt n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
331 For I will confess, that when God did not go out with us, as before: For I will confess, that when God did not go out with us, as before: c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, cst c-crq np1 vdd xx vvi av p-acp pno12, c-acp a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
332 When Success was withdrawn from us, I had many searching Thoughts about the Cause of it; When Success was withdrawn from us, I had many searching Thoughts about the Cause of it; c-crq n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno12, pns11 vhd d j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
333 and found Reason to acquiesce in the Discovery God made by our Prophet Haggai, in a Case not unlike ours, Hag. 1. ver. 4, 6, 10, 11. But this may seem above my Sphere, and found Reason to acquiesce in the Discovery God made by our Prophet Chaggai, in a Case not unlike ours, Hag. 1. ver. 4, 6, 10, 11. But this may seem above my Sphere, cc vvd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp po12 n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 xx av-j png12, np1 crd fw-la. crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
334 and therefore I will not presume so much, as to open the Words; much less apply them to my Superiours, who may have other Thoughts of these Things, and Therefore I will not presume so much, as to open the Words; much less apply them to my Superiors, who may have other Thoughts of these Things, cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi av av-d, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2; av-d av-dc vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n2-jn, r-crq vmb vhi j-jn n2 pp-f d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
335 if they do not consider this Text, in the Sence I have done. 5. Another Impediment was, the Reproach the worst of Men cast upon these Honourable Societies; if they do not Consider this Text, in the Sense I have done. 5. another Impediment was, the Reproach the worst of Men cast upon these Honourable Societies; cs pns32 vdb xx vvi d n1, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb vdn. crd j-jn n1 vbds, dt n1 dt js pp-f n2 vvn p-acp d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 38
336 branding them for Informers, a Name a late Reign had justly rendred most odious: For when their Diana, Popery, and Profaneness, had a hopeful Prospect; branding them for Informers, a Name a late Reign had justly rendered most odious: For when their Diana, Popery, and Profaneness, had a hopeful Prospect; j-vvg pno32 c-acp n2, dt n1 dt av-j vvi vhb av-j vvd av-ds j: c-acp c-crq po32 np1, n1, cc n1, vhd dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 38
337 they found there was a sort of Persons, (the Remains of the old Puritans ) who were not fully of the Way of the Established Church (which they thought wanted a fuller Reformation ); they found there was a sort of Persons, (the Remains of the old Puritans) who were not Fully of the Way of the Established Church (which they Thought wanted a fuller Reformation); pns32 vvd a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n2, (dt vvz pp-f dt j np2) r-crq vbdr xx av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 (r-crq pns32 vvd vvd dt jc n1); (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 39
338 who by their Preaching, and Living, gave great Rebuke to what was doing; who by their Preaching, and Living, gave great Rebuke to what was doing; q-crq p-acp po32 vvg, cc vvg, vvd j n1 p-acp r-crq vbds vdg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 39
339 Ways were found to discourage these Men, Laws procured, Informers encouraged, and many Persons, and Families, ruined. Ways were found to discourage these Men, Laws procured, Informers encouraged, and many Persons, and Families, ruined. n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi d n2, n2 vvn, n2 vvn, cc d n2, cc n2, vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 39
340 And as the Men called by that Name, and animated to that Work, were of the First-born of the Devil, the vilest of bad Men; And as the Men called by that Name, and animated to that Work, were of the Firstborn of the devil, the Vilest of bad Men; cc p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvn p-acp d n1, vbdr pp-f dt j pp-f dt n1, dt js pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
341 so their Business had justly rendred them the Contempt of all that were not in a great measure like themselves; so their Business had justly rendered them the Contempt of all that were not in a great measure like themselves; av po32 n1 vhd av-j vvn pno32 dt n1 pp-f d cst vbdr xx p-acp dt j n1 vvb px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
342 and the Name Informer, brought no Idea to Mens Minds, but what was horrid and abominable: and the Name Informer, brought no Idea to Men's Minds, but what was horrid and abominable: cc dt n1 n1, vvd dx n1 p-acp ng2 n2, cc-acp q-crq vbds j cc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
343 These Societies advancing to their excellent Undertaking, in this Juncture of Affairs, were instantly stigmatized with that Name: These Societies advancing to their excellent Undertaking, in this Juncture of Affairs, were instantly stigmatized with that Name: d n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n-vvg, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
344 As if the Mobb it self could not distinguish between an Informer engaged to ruine good Men for Godliness ▪ sake; As if the Mobb it self could not distinguish between an Informer engaged to ruin good Men for Godliness ▪ sake; c-acp cs dt vvi pn31 n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp n1 ▪ n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
345 and an Informer (for so he must be call'd) engaged to detect, convict, correct, and an Informer (for so he must be called) engaged to detect, convict, correct, cc dt n1 (c-acp av pns31 vmb vbi vvn) vvd pc-acp vvi, vvn, vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
346 and reform the vicious Lives and Manners of Men: and reform the vicious Lives and Manners of Men: cc vvi dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 39
347 And had not these Men been of a more excellent Spirit, advanced above the Reproaches of Men, this Project could not but have perish'd here: And had not these Men been of a more excellent Spirit, advanced above the Reproaches of Men, this Project could not but have perished Here: cc vhd xx d n2 vbn pp-f dt av-dc j n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, d n1 vmd xx p-acp vhb vvd av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 40
348 I will confess for my self, that the Notice of it, caused me to abandon further Hopes of them, and it; I will confess for my self, that the Notice of it, caused me to abandon further Hope's of them, and it; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi av-jc ng1 pp-f pno32, cc pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 40
349 but am glad I am so happily deceiv'd. but am glad I am so happily deceived. cc-acp vbm j pns11 vbm av av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 40
350 6. And Lastly, When the first Season, at the beginning of this happy Revolution, was so far slipt, 6. And Lastly, When the First Season, At the beginning of this happy Revolution, was so Far slipped, crd cc ord, c-crq dt ord n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n1, vbds av av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
351 and so little done towards the reforming a vicious Army, Navy, Court, City, and Country; and so little done towards the reforming a vicious Army, Navy, Court, city, and Country; cc av av-j vdn p-acp dt vvg dt j n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
352 there were vigorous Overtures made, by our excellent King, and Nonsuch Queen, to retrieve this false Step: there were vigorous Overtures made, by our excellent King, and Nonsuch Queen, to retrieve this false Step: pc-acp vbdr j n2 vvn, p-acp po12 j n1, cc np1 n1, pc-acp vvi d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
353 I need not recite their vigorous Application, to Officers Sacred, and Civil; but how their, and our reasonable Hopes, were totally baffled, I need not say. I need not recite their vigorous Application, to Officers Sacred, and Civil; but how their, and our reasonable Hope's, were totally baffled, I need not say. pns11 vvb xx vvi po32 j n1, p-acp n2 j, cc j; cc-acp c-crq po32, cc po12 j ng1, vbdr av-j vvn, pns11 vvb xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
354 Whether, as some say, the Reformation was put into Hands that needed it, and were heartily against it; Whither, as Some say, the Reformation was put into Hands that needed it, and were heartily against it; cs, c-acp d vvb, dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2 cst vvd pn31, cc vbdr av-j p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
355 or whether they looked upon Wickedness as got above their Controul, I am loth to say; or whither they looked upon Wickedness as god above their Control, I am loath to say; cc cs pns32 vvd p-acp n1 c-acp vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
356 but this I must say, that in all my Sphere, (which was not the narrowest) I knew no Instances of any Attempts, made by these Men, towards it. but this I must say, that in all my Sphere, (which was not the narrowest) I knew no Instances of any Attempts, made by these Men, towards it. cc-acp d pns11 vmb vvi, cst p-acp d po11 n1, (r-crq vbds xx dt js) pns11 vvd dx n2 pp-f d vvz, vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 40
357 However, my Design is not to reflect upon any Ecclesiastical, or Civil Administrators, in whose Hands the Work succeeded not: However, my Design is not to reflect upon any Ecclesiastical, or Civil Administrators, in whose Hands the Work succeeded not: c-acp, po11 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d j, cc j n2, p-acp rg-crq n2 dt n1 vvd xx: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
358 May God cause them to reflect, to see whether they did their utmost in it; May God cause them to reflect, to see whither they did their utmost in it; vmb np1 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vdd po32 j p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
359 for when such Overtures fail of their desired End, they render what was but difficult before, next to impossible afterwards; for when such Overtures fail of their desired End, they render what was but difficult before, next to impossible afterwards; c-acp c-crq d n2 vvb pp-f po32 j-vvn vvb, pns32 vvb r-crq vbds p-acp j a-acp, ord p-acp j av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
360 and so our Reformers found it: and so our Reformers found it: cc av po12 n2 vvd pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
361 And no Courage, and Greatness of Mind, but what was like theirs, could have (humanly speaking) brought it to a better issue. And no Courage, and Greatness of Mind, but what was like theirs, could have (humanly speaking) brought it to a better issue. cc dx n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp q-crq vbds av-j png32, vmd vhi (j vvg) vvd pn31 p-acp dt jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
362 But is any thing done, so much done, in despite of all these Difficulties, and Discouragements? why should you not take Heart? You may remember, that the Success the Great Alexander had against the Great (I had almost said Greater) Darius, flush'd him with fresh Vigour, to pursue his Victories over unknown Countries. But is any thing done, so much done, in despite of all these Difficulties, and Discouragements? why should you not take Heart? You may Remember, that the Success the Great Alexander had against the Great (I had almost said Greater) Darius, flushed him with fresh Vigour, to pursue his Victories over unknown Countries. cc-acp vbz d n1 vdn, av d vdn, p-acp n1 pp-f d d n2, cc n2? q-crq vmd pn22 xx vvi n1? pn22 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 dt j np1 vhd p-acp dt j (pns11 vhd av vvn np1) np1, vvd pno31 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
363 Did not Caesar 's Successes fortifie his stout Mind, under, and against succeeding Difficulties? the Fear and Danger of the proud Waves, were not to terrifie, where Caesar, and his Fortunes, were to be conserv'd: Did not Caesar is Successes fortify his stout Mind, under, and against succeeding Difficulties? the fear and Danger of the proud Waves, were not to terrify, where Caesar, and his Fortune's, were to be conserved: vdd xx np1 vbz n2 vvi po31 j n1, p-acp, cc p-acp j-vvg n2? dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2, vbdr xx pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1, cc po31 n2, vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 41
364 And tho' I have little of the Deference to those Great Men, which I had when a School-Boy, employ'd in the Encomiums their Admirers gave of them; And though I have little of the Deference to those Great Men, which I had when a School-Boy, employed in the Encomiums their Admirers gave of them; cc cs pns11 vhb j pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq pns11 vhd c-crq dt n1, vvd p-acp dt n2 po32 n2 vvd pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 42
365 because I now easily see the Lust, the Cruelty, the Arbitrary Invasion of other Mens Rights, Because I now Easily see the Lust, the Cruelty, the Arbitrary Invasion of other Men's Rights, c-acp pns11 av av-j vvi dt n1, dt n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 42
366 and Properties, by which they were notoriously acted: and Properties, by which they were notoriously acted: cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 42
367 Yet I would learn from them (as bad as they were) to take reasonable Encouragement from former Successes, to future Enterprizes; Yet I would Learn from them (as bad as they were) to take reasonable Encouragement from former Successes, to future Enterprises; av pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 (c-acp j c-acp pns32 vbdr) pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp j-jn vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 42
368 especially where they are good like yours. especially where they Are good like yours. av-j c-crq pns32 vbr j av-j png22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 42
369 2. A Second Motive to stir up all, both Magistrates, Ministers, and People, to joyn Heart and Hand herein, is to consider how much is yet to do, 2. A Second Motive to stir up all, both Magistrates, Ministers, and People, to join Heart and Hand herein, is to Consider how much is yet to do, crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d, d n2, n2, cc n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 av, vbz pc-acp vvi c-crq d vbz av pc-acp vdi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 42
370 and of what kind it is: For there is an Inforcement in it both ways considered; and of what kind it is: For there is an Enforcement in it both ways considered; cc pp-f r-crq n1 pn31 vbz: c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 d n2 vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 42
371 tho' Wickedness be (Praise to God, and Thanks to our Reformers) put under great Rebuke, forced to seek its Corners, shelter itself in lurking Holes; though Wickedness be (Praise to God, and Thanks to our Reformers) put under great Rebuke, forced to seek its Corners, shelter itself in lurking Holes; cs n1 vbb (n1 p-acp np1, cc n2 p-acp po12 n2) vvd p-acp j n1, vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2, n1 px31 p-acp j-vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 42
372 yet we have reason to think that many act cautiously, which do not live vertuously ▪ the Rule of the Cautious is, Si non castè tamen cautè: yet we have reason to think that many act cautiously, which do not live virtuously ▪ the Rule of the Cautious is, Si non castè tamen cautè: av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cst d n1 av-j, r-crq vdb xx vvi av-j ▪ dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz, fw-mi fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 42
373 Now if it be connived at there, it will soon (like Vermine) creep abroad again: Now if it be connived At there, it will soon (like Vermin) creep abroad again: av cs pn31 vbb vvd p-acp a-acp, pn31 vmb av (j n1) vvb av av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 42
374 And if you do not drive it out of its dark Corners, into which you have helped to drive it, what can we hope for? And pray observe, that this kind of Work calls for more inquisitive Search, And if you do not drive it out of its dark Corners, into which you have helped to drive it, what can we hope for? And pray observe, that this kind of Work calls for more inquisitive Search, cc cs pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31 av pp-f po31 j n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp? cc vvb vvi, cst d n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp av-dc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 43
375 and private Application than was needful, when Immorality walk'd barefac'd, was seen in every open Place, might be found without looking for: and private Application than was needful, when Immorality walked barefaced, was seen in every open Place, might be found without looking for: cc j n1 av vbds j, c-crq n1 vvd j, vbds vvn p-acp d j n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 43
376 And more Hands are, on that Account, yet necessary; the Lord awaken us to use them, and to help you with them. III. Thirdly, Consider by way of Inforcement, to a vigorous Activity herein; And more Hands Are, on that Account, yet necessary; the Lord awaken us to use them, and to help you with them. III. Thirdly, Consider by Way of Enforcement, to a vigorous Activity herein; cc dc n2 vbr, p-acp cst vvb, av j; dt n1 vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pno32. np1. ord, vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 43
377 the great Benefit, and Advantage, that hath, and may accrue, from what is, and may yet be done in this Matter; if you respect. the great Benefit, and Advantage, that hath, and may accrue, from what is, and may yet be done in this Matter; if you respect. dt j n1, cc n1, cst vhz, cc vmb vvi, p-acp r-crq vbz, cc vmb av vbi vdn p-acp d n1; cs pn22 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 43
378 1. The Interest, and Honour of God; which is so daringly run upon, by the Wickednesses you are endeavouring to reform: 1. The Interest, and Honour of God; which is so daringly run upon, by the Wickednesses you Are endeavouring to reform: crd dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; r-crq vbz av av-vvg vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n2 pn22 vbr vvg pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 43
379 When these Vices bid Defiance to God, affront, and pour Contempt upon his Laws, and Government; When these Vices bid Defiance to God, affront, and pour Contempt upon his Laws, and Government; c-crq d n2 vvb n1 p-acp np1, n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 43
380 they make the Great GOD seem mean, and look contemptible; as the last of the Prophets hath abundantly shewn. they make the Great GOD seem mean, and look contemptible; as the last of the prophets hath abundantly shown. pns32 vvb dt j np1 vvi j, cc vvb j; c-acp dt ord pp-f dt ng1 vhz av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 43
381 Now hath this Father any Child here, that is unconcern'd for his Honour, and Interest? It may be a Bastard, it cannot be a Legitimate Son: Now hath this Father any Child Here, that is unconcerned for his Honour, and Interest? It may be a Bastard, it cannot be a Legitimate Son: av vhz d n1 d n1 av, cst vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc n1? pn31 vmb vbi dt n1, pn31 vmbx vbi dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 44
382 If therefore you have any Deference for God, any hearty Concern for his neglected Interest, and Honour, any Good-will to his Name, that is blasphemed; his Sabbaths, which are profaned; If Therefore you have any Deference for God, any hearty Concern for his neglected Interest, and Honour, any Goodwill to his Name, that is blasphemed; his Sabbaths, which Are profaned; cs av pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp np1, d j vvb p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, cc n1, d j p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz vvn; po31 n2, r-crq vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 44
383 his other Laws, that are openly, and contemptuously violated: Sure you will up and be doing. his other Laws, that Are openly, and contemptuously violated: Sure you will up and be doing. po31 j-jn n2, cst vbr av-j, cc av-j vvn: av-j pn22 vmb a-acp cc vbi vdg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 44
384 Is not this God your Owner, your daily Benefactor? Are not you his Stewards, his accountable Stewards? And will you not stir at such a time, in such a Case as this, that so nearly concerns your God, Is not this God your Owner, your daily Benefactor? are not you his Stewards, his accountable Stewards? And will you not stir At such a time, in such a Case as this, that so nearly concerns your God, vbz xx d np1 po22 n1, po22 j n1? vbr xx pn22 po31 n2, po31 j n2? cc vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, cst av av-j vvz po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 44
385 and Father? Will you pretend Reverence to your Father, and yet suffer his Honour to be thus troden in the Dirt? and Father? Will you pretend reverence to your Father, and yet suffer his Honour to be thus trodden in the Dirt? cc n1? n1 pn22 vvi n1 p-acp po22 n1, cc av vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 44
386 2. If you respect the Good of so great a part of Mankind, now sunk into Brutish Sensuality: 2. If you respect the Good of so great a part of Mankind, now sunk into Brutish Sensuality: crd cs pn22 vvb dt j pp-f av j dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvn p-acp j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 44
387 Who knows, but it may be a Means to recover them out of this Snare of the Devil, who are taken Captive (or taken alive, Who knows, but it may be a Means to recover them out of this Snare of the devil, who Are taken Captive (or taken alive, r-crq vvz, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr vvn j-jn (cc vvn j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 44
388 as in the Margin) by him, at his Will, 2 Tim. 2. 26. The Word we translate Recover, signifying, to recover from Madness ▪ Shame, may bring him to a right Mind ▪ and to awake out of a drunken Sleep 〈 ◊ 〉 They are dosed, stupified; as in the Margin) by him, At his Will, 2 Tim. 2. 26. The Word we translate Recover, signifying, to recover from Madness ▪ Shame, may bring him to a right Mind ▪ and to awake out of a drunken Sleep 〈 ◊ 〉 They Are dosed, Stupified; c-acp p-acp dt n1) p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pns12 vvb vvi, vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 ▪ np1-n, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 ▪ cc pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt j n1 〈 sy 〉 pns32 vbr vvn, vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 44
389 Shame, and Punishment may rouze them; of which we have frequent Examples, if this were a place for them: Shame, and Punishment may rouse them; of which we have frequent Examples, if this were a place for them: n1, cc n1 vmb vvi pno32; pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb j n2, cs d vbdr dt n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 45
390 However, we may reasonably expect, a Threefold Advantage to our debauched Neighbours from hence: However, we may reasonably expect, a Threefold Advantage to our debauched Neighbours from hence: c-acp, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, dt j n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn n2 p-acp av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 45
391 It may prevent. 1. The present Ruine of his Body. 2. The necessary Ruine of his Estate. 3. The aggravated Ruine of his Soul, (at least). It may prevent. 1. The present Ruin of his Body. 2. The necessary Ruin of his Estate. 3. The aggravated Ruin of his Soul, (At least). pn31 vmb vvi. crd dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. crd dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. crd dt vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1, (p-acp ds). (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 45
392 Need I tell them, or you, that Drunkenness, Whoredom, and such-like Immoralities, have a Natural Tendency, Need I tell them, or you, that drunkenness, Whoredom, and suchlike Immoralities, have a Natural Tendency, vvb pns11 vvb pno32, cc pn22, cst n1, n1, cc j n2, vhb dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 45
393 as well as a Moral procuring Efficacy, to ruine both Body, Soul, and Estate: as well as a Moral procuring Efficacy, to ruin both Body, Soul, and Estate: c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvg n1, pc-acp vvi d n1, n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 45
394 How oft have the Diseases of a macerated Body, and the small Remains of a wasted Estate, told the World, what these Sins bring to? The Marks of the Sin, are legible in the Punishment: How oft have the Diseases of a macerated Body, and the small Remains of a wasted Estate, told the World, what these Sins bring to? The Marks of the since, Are legible in the Punishment: c-crq av vhb dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc dt j vvz pp-f dt j-vvn n1, vvd dt n1, r-crq d n2 vvb p-acp? dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr j p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 45
395 And is it nothing to save him from ruining Poverty, and Rottenness in his Bones? and that increase of Torment, which multiplied Sin would lay him under? Is this thy Kindness to thy Friend? to thy Neighbour? His Case, the Case of his Family, calls for Help and Pity; And is it nothing to save him from ruining Poverty, and Rottenness in his Bones? and that increase of Torment, which multiplied since would lay him under? Is this thy Kindness to thy Friend? to thy Neighbour? His Case, the Case of his Family, calls for Help and Pity; cc vbz pn31 pix p-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2? cc d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvd n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp? vbz d po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1? p-acp po21 n1? po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 45
396 And hast thou no Bowels? And hast thou no Bowels? cc vh2 pns21 dx n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 46
397 3. If you respect the Good and Welfare of the Nation, and of this great City, of which you are Members. 3. If you respect the Good and Welfare of the nation, and of this great city, of which you Are Members. crd cs pn22 vvb dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d j n1, pp-f r-crq pn22 vbr n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
398 If you had never seen your Bibles, had read only the Roman Histories, you might see to what a glorious Height, severe Vertue advanced them; If you had never seen your Bibles, had read only the Roman Histories, you might see to what a glorious Height, severe Virtue advanced them; cs pn22 vhd av-x vvn po22 np1, vhd vvn av-j dt njp n2, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp r-crq dt j n1, j n1 vvd pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
399 and how soon their Prowess, Courage, Success, and Grandeur, sunk to nothing, when they let loose to the Debaucheries, and how soon their Prowess, Courage, Success, and Grandeur, sunk to nothing, when they let lose to the Debaucheries, cc c-crq av po32 n1, n1, n1, cc n1, vvn p-acp pix, c-crq pns32 vvb j p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
400 so long countenanced, and practised amongst us. By Vertue they advanced, 'till they were the Envy of the World; so long countenanced, and practised among us. By Virtue they advanced, till they were the Envy of the World; av av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp pno12. p-acp n1 pns32 vvd, p-acp pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
401 by Vice they sunk, 'till they became the Contempt of all. by Vice they sunk, till they became the Contempt of all. p-acp n1 pns32 vvd, p-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
402 And this was in the Nature of the Thing, as well as from a Judicial Act of God: And this was in the Nature of the Thing, as well as from a Judicial Act of God: cc d vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
403 Vice did it, as well as provoked God to do it. Vice did it, as well as provoked God to do it. n1 vdd pn31, c-acp av c-acp vvn np1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 46
404 Our Bibles, that teach us better Things than their Twelve Tables, are not sparing in this Discovery: Our Bibles, that teach us better Things than their Twelve Tables, Are not sparing in this Discovery: po12 np1, cst vvb pno12 jc n2 cs po32 crd n2, vbr xx vvg p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 46
405 Is the Old World, is Sodom, are the Canaanites ruined? Is Samaria, Judah, Jerusalem, to name no more, weakned, impoverished, Is the Old World, is Sodom, Are the Canaanites ruined? Is Samaria, Judah, Jerusalem, to name no more, weakened, impoverished, vbz dt j n1, vbz np1, vbr dt np2 vvn? vbz np1, np1, np1, p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc, vvn, vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 46
406 and brought low? You are Strangers to your Bibles, if you know not, that Sin was the Cause. and brought low? You Are Strangers to your Bibles, if you know not, that since was the Cause. cc vvd j? pn22 vbr n2 p-acp po22 np1, cs pn22 vvb xx, cst n1 vbds dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 46
407 Si• is the Shame, and Reproach, of any Nation; it bringeth it into Reproach, and into a State fit to be despised: Si• is the Shame, and Reproach, of any nation; it brings it into Reproach, and into a State fit to be despised: np1 vbz dt n1, cc n1, pp-f d n1; pn31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 46
408 When as Righteousness, greatens, heightens, and exalteth a Nation, Prov. 14. 34. God will not long honour them, with happy and felicitating Circumstances, that pour Contempt, When as Righteousness, greatens, heightens, and Exalteth a nation, Curae 14. 34. God will not long honour them, with happy and felicitating circumstances, that pour Contempt, c-crq p-acp n1, vvz, vvz, cc vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32, p-acp j cc j n2, cst vvb n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 47
409 and Dishonour, upon him and his righteous Laws. and Dishonour, upon him and his righteous Laws. cc vvb, p-acp pno31 cc po31 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 47
410 This Prophet furnisheth us with a Passage, highly adapted to our present Case, Hag. 1. 2. The People had discharged themselves from the Lord's Work; The time is not yet: This Prophet furnisheth us with a Passage, highly adapted to our present Case, Hag. 1. 2. The People had discharged themselves from the Lord's Work; The time is not yet: d n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvn p-acp po12 j n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhd vvn px32 p-acp dt ng1 n1; dt n1 vbz xx av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 47
411 This is not a favourable Juncture for Reforming Attempts; This is not a favourable Juncture for Reforming Attempts; d vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp vvg vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 47
412 they will suffer Irreligion, and Immorality, to take their Swinge, (not but that they intend better Things, in better Times). they will suffer Irreligion, and Immorality, to take their Swinge, (not but that they intend better Things, in better Times). pns32 vmb vvi n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi po32 vvb, (xx p-acp cst pns32 vvb jc n2, p-acp jc n2). (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 47
413 This was their Course towards God, provoking enough: This was their Course towards God, provoking enough: d vbds po32 n1 p-acp np1, vvg av-d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 47
414 What was God's towards them? How prospered they in their Trade and Commerce? Were they in a thriving way, What was God's towards them? How prospered they in their Trade and Commerce? Were they in a thriving Way, q-crq vbds npg1 p-acp pno32? np1 vvd pns32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1? vbdr pns32 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 47
415 whilst unreformed, and void of Care about it? Hear the Prophet, Ver. 6. Now therefore consider your ways, (or set your Heart on your Ways, while unreformed, and void of Care about it? Hear the Prophet, Ver. 6. Now Therefore Consider your ways, (or Set your Heart on your Ways, cs j-vvn, cc j pp-f n1 p-acp pn31? np1 dt n1, np1 crd av av vvb po22 n2, (cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 47
416 as the Hebrew hath it;) q. d. (and it was from the Lord he said it), you take your selves for wise, and great Politicians; as the Hebrew hath it;) q. worser. (and it was from the Lord he said it), you take your selves for wise, and great Politicians; c-acp dt njp vhz pn31;) sy. sy. (cc pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd pn31), pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j, cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 47
417 no doubt you think your selves altogether in the right, against me, after all my Prophets can say, to bring you to a better Course; no doubt you think your selves altogether in the right, against me, After all my prophets can say, to bring you to a better Course; dx n1 pn22 vvb po22 n2 av p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp pno11, c-acp d po11 n2 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt jc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
418 such a one as that wherein you might prosper: But pray observe what you see and feel, without seeing the Cause: such a one as that wherein you might prosper: But pray observe what you see and feel, without seeing the Cause: d dt pi p-acp d c-crq pn22 vmd vvi: cc-acp vvb vvb r-crq pn22 vvb cc vvi, p-acp vvg dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
419 Ye have sou n much, and bring in little; ye eat, but you have not enough; You have sou n much, and bring in little; you eat, but you have not enough; pn22 vhb n1 p-acp d, cc vvi p-acp j; pn22 vvb, cc-acp pn22 vhb xx av-d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
420 ye drink, but ye are not filled with Drink; ye cloath you, but there's none warm; you drink, but you Are not filled with Drink; you cloth you, but there's none warm; pn22 vvb, cc-acp pn22 vbr xx vvn p-acp vvb; pn22 n1 pn22, cc-acp pc-acp|vbz pix j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
421 and he that earneth Wages, earneth Wages to put it into a Bag, with Holes. and he that earneth Wages, earneth Wages to put it into a Bag, with Holes. cc pns31 cst vvz n2, vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
422 (Or as the Hebrew piersed through), Ver. 9. Ye looked for much, and lo it came to little, (Or as the Hebrew pierced through), Ver. 9. You looked for much, and lo it Come to little, (cc c-acp dt njp vvn p-acp), np1 crd pn22 vvd p-acp d, cc uh pn31 vvd p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
423 when you brought it home, I did blow upon it: (Or as it may be read) I blow'd it away; when you brought it home, I did blow upon it: (Or as it may be read) I blowed it away; c-crq pn22 vvd pn31 av-an, pns11 vdd vvi p-acp pn31: (cc c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn) pns11 vvn pn31 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
424 it came to nothing, it did you no good. it Come to nothing, it did you not good. pn31 vvd p-acp pix, pn31 vdd pn22 xx j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 48
425 I may not stay to Paraphrase these, and and several other Verses of the same import, scattered here and there in this Prophecy, chap. 1. and chap. 2. ver. 10, 11. But they plainly notifie, the unprosperous and calamitous State they were in, under that Curse of God, which their neglect of Reformation had brought them under: I may not stay to paraphrase these, and and several other Verses of the same import, scattered Here and there in this Prophecy, chap. 1. and chap. 2. ver. 10, 11. But they plainly notify, the unprosperous and calamitous State they were in, under that Curse of God, which their neglect of Reformation had brought them under: pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 d, cc cc j j-jn n2 pp-f dt d n1, vvn av cc a-acp p-acp d n1, n1 crd cc n1 crd fw-la. crd, crd p-acp pns32 av-j vvi, dt j cc j n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp, p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq po32 n1 pp-f n1 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 48
426 As he plainly tells them, ( chap. 2. v. 16, 17.) And the way to have it better, 18, 19. And bids them consider it, again and again; As he plainly tells them, (chap. 2. v. 16, 17.) And the Way to have it better, 18, 19. And bids them Consider it, again and again; c-acp pns31 av-j vvz pno32, (n1 crd n1 crd, crd) cc dt n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 av-jc, crd, crd np1 vvz pno32 vvi pn31, av cc av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
427 that tho' his Hand had been upon them, and they had felt it every way so heavy, that though his Hand had been upon them, and they had felt it every Way so heavy, cst cs po31 n1 vhd vbn p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vhd vvn pn31 d n1 av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
428 yet they had not so much as thought of that Sin, which procured it upon them. yet they had not so much as Thought of that since, which procured it upon them. av pns32 vhd xx av av-d c-acp vvd pp-f d n1, r-crq vvd pn31 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
429 Things went ill, but Sin was not the Cause; Things happen by Chance, ill Conduct; And how can we help it? past Cure, past Care; Things went ill, but since was not the Cause; Things happen by Chance, ill Conduct; And how can we help it? past Cure, past Care; n2 vvd av-jn, cc-acp n1 vbds xx dt n1; n2 vvb p-acp n1, j-jn vvb; cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pn31? j vvb, j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
430 yet Sin, the procuring, and God, the efficient Cause of their bad Case, were overlook'd. yet since, the procuring, and God, the efficient Cause of their bad Case, were overlooked. av n1, dt vvg, cc np1, dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1, vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
431 However, if now, after all, they will set about God's Work, he will prosper them, he will not be behind hand with the•; However, if now, After all, they will Set about God's Work, he will prosper them, he will not be behind hand with the•; c-acp, cs av, c-acp d, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32, pns31 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
432 no, not a Day, Chap. 2. 18. From this Day will I bless you, Chap. 2. 19. I am with more Regret taken off from a due Enlargement on this, because I verily fear it is too much our Case: no, not a Day, Chap. 2. 18. From this Day will I bless you, Chap. 2. 19. I am with more Regret taken off from a due Enlargement on this, Because I verily Fear it is too much our Case: uh-dx, xx dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 vmb pns11 vvb pn22, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm p-acp dc n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d, c-acp pns11 av-j vvb pn31 vbz av d po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 49
433 May God put it into the Heads, and Hearts of Governours, Supream, as well as Subordinate, that we might (tho' it be late) begin at the right end; May God put it into the Heads, and Hearts of Governors, Supreme, as well as Subordinate, that we might (though it be late) begin At the right end; vmb np1 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, j, c-acp av c-acp j, cst pns12 vmd (cs pn31 vbb j) vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 49
434 recover those faulty Steps we have taken to bring us into this State of Things, both at Home and Abroad. recover those faulty Steps we have taken to bring us into this State of Things, both At Home and Abroad. vvb d j vvz pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, av-d p-acp n1-an cc av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 49
435 Does not every one feel, and as feelingly complain of the Judgments we have, and yet do labour under? Our unparallel'd Calamity, in, and about our Coyn; Does not every one feel, and as feelingly complain of the Judgments we have, and yet do labour under? Our unparalleled Calamity, in, and about our Coin; vdz xx d pi vvb, cc p-acp av-vvg vvb pp-f dt n2 pns12 vhb, cc av vdb vvi p-acp? po12 j n1, p-acp, cc p-acp po12 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
436 our Loss of Trade by Land, our Losses by Sea; our Expence in the War; the Treachery of some intrusted: our Loss of Trade by Land, our Losses by Sea; our Expense in the War; the Treachery of Some Entrusted: po12 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, po12 n2 p-acp n1; po12 n1 p-acp dt n1; dt n1 pp-f d vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
437 Nay, where do Complaints end? And notwithstanding that so good a King, (I think it no Flattery to say, the best I hear of now in the whole World) and some excellent Men, that are nearest to him, can do to ease us, we are but where we feel our selves? What Fatigues do they endure? What Hazards doth he run? And how little comes in by all? It's blown upon, it's blown away: Nay, where do Complaints end? And notwithstanding that so good a King, (I think it no Flattery to say, the best I hear of now in the Whole World) and Some excellent Men, that Are nearest to him, can do to ease us, we Are but where we feel our selves? What Fatigues do they endure? What Hazards does he run? And how little comes in by all? It's blown upon, it's blown away: uh-x, q-crq vdb n2 vvi? cc c-acp cst av j dt n1, (pns11 vvb pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi, dt js pns11 vvb pp-f av p-acp dt j-jn n1) cc d j n2, cst vbr js p-acp pno31, vmb vdi pc-acp vvi pno12, pns12 vbr cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2? q-crq n2 vdb pns32 vvi? q-crq n2 vdz pns31 vvi? cc c-crq j vvz p-acp p-acp d? pn31|vbz vvn p-acp, pn31|vbz vvn av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
438 One inveighs against one Instrument, another against a second; One inveighs against one Instrument, Another against a second; pi vvz p-acp crd n1, j-jn p-acp dt ord; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
439 but who looks into our unreformed State, as the truest Cause of all this? Or who endeavours a National Reformation; but who looks into our unreformed State, as the Truest Cause of all this? Or who endeavours a National Reformation; cc-acp q-crq vvz p-acp po12 j-vvn n1, c-acp dt js n1 pp-f d d? cc q-crq vvz dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
440 from which we might date our wished Retrieve: The Retrieve of our Trade at Home, and Abroad; from which we might date our wished Retrieve: The Retrieve of our Trade At Home, and Abroad; p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd n1 po12 j-vvn vvb: dt vvi pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1-an, cc av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
441 of our abated Successes by Sea, and Land: of our abated Successes by Sea, and Land: a-acp po12 vvn n2 p-acp n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 50
442 Nay, how many Hands are yet unimploy'd in this narrower Reformation, you have so happily set a going? Let me speak freely, that as the Sins of some Kings have had a ruining Influence upon their People; Nay, how many Hands Are yet unemployed in this narrower Reformation, you have so happily Set a going? Let me speak freely, that as the Sins of Some Kings have had a ruining Influence upon their People; uh-x, c-crq d n2 vbr av vvn p-acp d jc n1, pn22 vhb av av-j vvn dt vvg? vvb pno11 vvi av-j, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 vhb vhn dt vvg n1 p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
443 so the Sins of many a wicked People, have had a hand to weaken, disappoint (if not ruine) good Kings; Kings better than their People: so the Sins of many a wicked People, have had a hand to weaken, disappoint (if not ruin) good Kings; Kings better than their People: av dt n2 pp-f d dt j n1, vhb vhn dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvi (cs xx n1) j n2; np1 av-jc cs po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
444 So that if you would shew your selves Friends to Caesar, Friends to so good a King, this is one of the best ways you can take, truly to serve him. So that if you would show your selves Friends to Caesar, Friends to so good a King, this is one of the best ways you can take, truly to serve him. av cst cs pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2 n2 p-acp np1, n2 p-acp av j dt n1, d vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 pn22 vmb vvi, av-j pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
445 Is it not pity so Heroick a Prince, one on whose Life so much depends, should do so much, hazard himself so often by Sea, in the Camp, Is it not pity so Heroic a Prince, one on whose Life so much depends, should do so much, hazard himself so often by Sea, in the Camp, vbz pn31 xx vvi av j dt n1, pi p-acp rg-crq n1 av d vvz, vmd vdi av av-d, n1 px31 av av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
446 and in the High-places of the Field; and in the High-places of the Field; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
447 put himself so frequently amongst the hottest Firings, to secure our Properties and Liberties, our Religion and Lives; put himself so frequently among the hottest Firings, to secure our Properties and Liberties, our Religion and Lives; vvd px31 av av-j p-acp dt js n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2, po12 n1 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
448 and have it all blown upon, and blasted for our Sakes, for our Sins? If you will not up to your Work, and have it all blown upon, and blasted for our Sakes, for our Sins? If you will not up to your Work, cc vhb pn31 av-d vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2? cs pn22 vmb xx a-acp p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
449 for God's sake, for your Neighbour's sake, for your Nation's sake, for Posterity's sake, do it for the King's sake: for God's sake, for your Neighbour's sake, for your Nation's sake, for Posterity's sake, do it for the King's sake: p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp po22 ng1 n1, p-acp po22 n1|vbz n1, p-acp ng1 n1, vdb pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
450 For if we still do wickedly, Both we, and our King shall perish. However, let me leave this with you, as the most hopeful way to prevent his, and our bodeing Ruine; For if we still do wickedly, Both we, and our King shall perish. However, let me leave this with you, as the most hopeful Way to prevent his, and our boding Ruin; c-acp cs pns12 av vdb av-j, d pns12, cc po12 n1 vmb vvi. c-acp, vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp pn22, c-acp dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi png31, cc po12 j-vvg n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
451 and to render us yet again a flourishing and happy Nation; such as a holy God may with Honour own, and stand by, and save; and to render us yet again a flourishing and happy nation; such as a holy God may with Honour own, and stand by, and save; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 av av dt j-vvg cc j n1; d c-acp dt j np1 vmb p-acp n1 d, cc vvb p-acp, cc vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 51
452 thô in a way of Prerogative: For I know not any other way, in which 'tis to be done. though in a Way of Prerogative: For I know not any other Way, in which it's to be done. cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: c-acp pns11 vvb xx d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 52
453 I am loth to leave you almost perswaded, and yet my prescribed Minutes forbid me to add much more. I am loath to leave you almost persuaded, and yet my prescribed Minutes forbid me to add much more. pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn22 av vvn, cc av po11 j-vvn n2 vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi d dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 52
454 However, let me try the Motive in the Text, the last in our proposed Order. Lastly, Consider God will be with you: However, let me try the Motive in the Text, the last in our proposed Order. Lastly, Consider God will be with you: c-acp, vvb pno11 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt ord p-acp po12 j-vvn n1. ord, vvb np1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 52
455 So indeed the Prophet said to Zerubbabel, and his Helpers: And it was, no doubt, their great Encouragement; So indeed the Prophet said to Zerubbabel, and his Helpers: And it was, no doubt, their great Encouragement; av av dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, cc po31 n2: cc pn31 vbds, dx n1, po32 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
456 and would be yours, if I could make out your Title to his Presence, as he did theirs. and would be yours, if I could make out your Title to his Presence, as he did theirs. cc vmd vbi png22, cs pns11 vmd vvi av po22 n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vdd png32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
457 In this you will reckon, I must make great Abatement: In this you will reckon, I must make great Abatement: p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvi j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
458 And I, at first, thought I must have made greater, than now I see I need to make: And I, At First, Thought I must have made greater, than now I see I need to make: cc pns11, p-acp ord, vvd pns11 vmb vhi vvn jc, cs av pns11 vvb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
459 For tho' I am neither Prophet, nor Prophet's Son ▪ pretend to no immediate Commission from Heaven; For though I am neither Prophet, nor Prophet's Son ▪ pretend to no immediate Commission from Heaven; c-acp cs pns11 vbm dx n1, ccx ng1 n1 ▪ vvb p-acp dx j n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
460 yet I find to your Encouragement, and mine, that tho' this looks like a peculiar personal Promise, not to be extended to any other Persons, in any other (thô like) Cases; yet I find to your Encouragement, and mine, that though this looks like a peculiar personal Promise, not to be extended to any other Persons, in any other (though like) Cases; av pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n1, cc png11, cst cs d n2 av-j dt j j n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, p-acp d n-jn (cs av-j) n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
461 yet, I think, it will not be found so: yet, I think, it will not be found so: av, pns11 vvb, pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
462 For I find this very Promise made to Joshua, by Moses, Deut. 31. 23. And I will be with thee; For I find this very Promise made to joshua, by Moses, Deuteronomy 31. 23. And I will be with thee; c-acp pns11 vvb d j n1 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 52
463 meaning God, not Moses. And v. 6. He will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. meaning God, not Moses. And v. 6. He will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. vvg np1, xx np1. cc n1 crd pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21, ccx vvi pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 53
464 And, Josh. 1. 5. God himself repeats it to Joshua, I will be with thee, I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. And, Josh. 1. 5. God himself repeats it to joshua, I will be with thee, I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. cc, np1 crd crd np1 px31 vvz pn31 p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno21, ccx vvi pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 53
465 And if this be Exegetical of the former, we find this particular Promise extended to all that are good Men, Heb. 13. 5. It's used as an Argument for Content, to all that need it: And if this be Exegetical of the former, we find this particular Promise extended to all that Are good Men, Hebrew 13. 5. It's used as an Argument for Content, to all that need it: cc cs d vbb j pp-f dt j, pns12 vvb d j n1 vvn p-acp d cst vbr j n2, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j, p-acp d cst vvb pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 53
466 For he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee: So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my Helper: For he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee: So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my Helper: c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno21, ccx vvi pno21: av cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi, dt n1 vbz po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 53
467 A Helper to every one in particular, as well as to all in general. Mark the turn, the change of the Number, We say, my Helper. A Helper to every one in particular, as well as to all in general. Mark the turn, the change of the Number, We say, my Helper. dt n1 p-acp d pi p-acp j, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d p-acp n1. n1 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb, po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 53
468 Now if God be with good Men, with every good Man, in every good Work (and here's no restriction): Now if God be with good Men, with every good Man, in every good Work (and here's no restriction): av cs np1 vbb p-acp j n2, p-acp d j n1, p-acp d j n1 (cc av|vbz dx n1): (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
469 I may say, after all this struggle, as the Prophet, The Lord will be with you: I may say, After all this struggle, as the Prophet, The Lord will be with you: pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp d d vvi, c-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
470 nay, is with you in your Work; for it's his. Having clear'd up your Title to the Promise, let us see what is in it; nay, is with you in your Work; for it's his. Having cleared up your Title to the Promise, let us see what is in it; uh, vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n1; p-acp pn31|vbz png31. vhg vvn a-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq vbz p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
471 what the better you shall be for it. It hath all in it, that is possible to be in a Promise; what the better you shall be for it. It hath all in it, that is possible to be in a Promise; q-crq dt jc pn22 vmb vbi c-acp pn31. pn31 vhz av-d p-acp pn31, cst vbz j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
472 to have a God with us, that is All-sufficient, it is enough: to have a God with us, that is All-sufficient, it is enough: pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst vbz j, pn31 vbz av-d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
473 What would you wish for more? I who am wise enough to counsel thee, able enough to afford thee inward Support, What would you wish for more? I who am wise enough to counsel thee, able enough to afford thee inward Support, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi p-acp dc? sy q-crq vbm j av-d pc-acp vvi pno21, j av-d pc-acp vvi pno21 av-j vvb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
474 and outward Assistance, and an abundant Recompence: I will be with you, engaged for you; nay, for my self, it's my Work as well as yours; and outward Assistance, and an abundant Recompense: I will be with you, engaged for you; nay, for my self, it's my Work as well as yours; cc j n1, cc dt j n1: pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, vvn p-acp pn22; uh-x, p-acp po11 n1, pn31|vbz po11 n1 c-acp av c-acp png22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
475 it's only yours, because it's mine. it's only yours, Because it's mine. pn31|vbz av-j png22, c-acp pn31|vbz png11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
476 I hope you have, and will look to your own Hearts, that they be right with God; I hope you have, and will look to your own Hearts, that they be right with God; pns11 vvb pn22 vhb, cc vmb vvi p-acp po22 d n2, cst pns32 vbb j-jn p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 53
477 to see you be of upright Hearts, as well as blameless Conversation; do more at Home, than you can hope to do Abroad: to see you be of upright Hearts, as well as blameless Conversation; do more At Home, than you can hope to do Abroad: pc-acp vvi pn22 vbb pp-f j n2, c-acp av c-acp j n1; vdb n1 p-acp n1-an, cs pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
478 And if so, this great God will be with thee, to every gracious Purpose: And if so, this great God will be with thee, to every gracious Purpose: cc cs av, d j n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno21, p-acp d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
479 And one encouraging Word I have for you, when disappointed of the Success you aimed at, your Reward shall not be lost, And one encouraging Word I have for you, when disappointed of the Success you aimed At, your Reward shall not be lost, cc pi vvg n1 pns11 vhb p-acp pn22, c-crq vvn pp-f dt n1 pn22 vvd p-acp, po22 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
480 tho' your Work succeed not, to your desired End: though your Work succeed not, to your desired End: cs po22 n1 vvb xx, p-acp po22 j-vvn vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
481 Suppose, after all thy Endeavours, thy hardned Neighbours should remain as wicked as thou foundest them: Suppose, After all thy Endeavours, thy hardened Neighbours should remain as wicked as thou foundest them: vvb, p-acp d po21 n2, po21 j-vvn n2 vmd vvi p-acp j c-acp pns21 vvd2 pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
482 No Shame, no Pain, no Punishment will reclaim them; No Shame, no Pain, no Punishment will reclaim them; dx n1, dx n1, dx n1 vmb vvi pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
483 and leave thee Reason only to lament, that all, as to God, to Them, to the King, and leave thee Reason only to lament, that all, as to God, to Them, to the King, cc vvb pno21 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi, cst d, c-acp p-acp np1, p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
484 and Kingdom, is lost, and in vain; yet, I tell you, to you it shall not be in vain. and Kingdom, is lost, and in vain; yet, I tell you, to you it shall not be in vain. cc n1, vbz vvn, cc p-acp j; av, pns11 vvb pn22, p-acp pn22 pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
485 As it is with us, in our discouraging Function, so I find it was with good Josias, that Reforming Prince: As it is with us, in our discouraging Function, so I find it was with good Josiah, that Reforming Prince: p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, p-acp po12 vvg n1, av pns11 vvb pn31 vbds p-acp j np1, cst vvg n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
486 And so I verily reckon you will find it, tho' I want time to open the Grounds on which you may hope for it; And so I verily reckon you will find it, though I want time to open the Grounds on which you may hope for it; cc av pns11 av-j vvb pn22 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns11 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
487 only read for us, Isai. 49. 5. 2 Cor. 2. 15, 16. For Josias, read 2 Kings 22. 19, 20. only read for us, Isaiah 49. 5. 2 Cor. 2. 15, 16. For Josiah, read 2 Kings 22. 19, 20. av-j vvn p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp np1, vvb crd n2 crd crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 54
488 And consider with your selves, tho' Duty be yours, Success is his; and your Reward will be according to your Work, not according to his. And Consider with your selves, though Duty be yours, Success is his; and your Reward will be according to your Work, not according to his. cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, cs n1 vbb png22, n1 vbz po31; cc po22 n1 vmb vbi vvg p-acp po22 vvi, xx vvg p-acp po31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 54
489 Christians, may I reckon of you as Persons honestly devoted to do the Will of God, to work Righteousness, to have Respect to all the Commands of God: (I have not given you your right Character, if I may not). Christians, may I reckon of you as Persons honestly devoted to do the Will of God, to work Righteousness, to have Respect to all the Commands of God: (I have not given you your right Character, if I may not). np1, vmb pns11 vvb pp-f pn22 c-acp n2 av-j vvn pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp d dt vvz pp-f np1: (pns11 vhb xx vvn pn22 po22 j-jn n1, cs pns11 vmb xx). (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
490 Now how can you maintain this Character towards God, the World ▪ or your own prying Conscience, (that Spy that dogs you, Now how can you maintain this Character towards God, the World ▪ or your own prying Conscience, (that Spy that Dogs you, av q-crq vmb pn22 vvi d n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 ▪ cc po22 d vvg n1, (cst n1 cst n2 pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
491 and of whom you will certainly hear one of these Days); and of whom you will Certainly hear one of these Days); cc pp-f ro-crq pn22 vmb av-j vvi pi pp-f d n2); (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
492 if you dare statedly continue in the daily neglect of so plain a Duty, and of such momentous Concernment to God, and the World: if you Dare statedly continue in the daily neglect of so plain a Duty, and of such momentous Concernment to God, and the World: cs pn22 vvb av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f av j dt n1, cc pp-f d j n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
493 Is not this the best Characteristick thou hast to try thy Sincerity by? And darest thou leave thy self to the Assaults that Satan; Is not this the best Characteristic thou hast to try thy Sincerity by? And Darest thou leave thy self to the Assaults that Satan; vbz xx d dt js j pns21 vh2 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp? cc vv2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 cst np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
494 nay, thy own Conscience may truly attack thee with in a dying Bed? What partial in the Law, nay, thy own Conscience may truly attack thee with in a dying Bed? What partial in the Law, uh-x, po21 d n1 vmb av-j n1 pno21 p-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1? q-crq j p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
495 and yet sincere? Thou Hypocrite, may they say, how can this be? And what wilt thou answer? Do not (for any Reasonings I have not time to obviate) arm the Devil, and yet sincere? Thou Hypocrite, may they say, how can this be? And what wilt thou answer? Do not (for any Reasonings I have not time to obviate) arm the devil, cc av j? pns21 n1, vmb pns32 vvb, q-crq vmb d vbi? cc q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? vdb xx (c-acp d n2-vvg pns11 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi) vvb dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
496 and thine own Conscience, with such an Evidence of thy Hypocrisie; for God is greater than thy Conscience. Well, Sirs, we must part: and thine own Conscience, with such an Evidence of thy Hypocrisy; for God is greater than thy Conscience. Well, Sirs, we must part: cc po21 d n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; p-acp np1 vbz jc cs po21 n1. av, n2, pns12 vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 55
497 I should be glad to bring to you some issue: I should be glad to bring to you Some issue: pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 55
498 What will you now do? (Now, I say, without delay?) I was not without Fear, before I appeared before you; What will you now do? (Now, I say, without Delay?) I was not without fear, before I appeared before you; q-crq vmb pn22 av vdi? (av, pns11 vvb, p-acp n1?) pns11 vbds xx p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 55
499 least I should not be able to prevail with you, to engage in a Work so unacceptable to Flesh and Blood: lest I should not be able to prevail with you, to engage in a Work so unacceptable to Flesh and Blood: cs pns11 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av j p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 55
500 And are there no Causes for such Fears yet to be found amongst this great Assembly? Let me freely tell you, that these Fears drew Tears from mine Eyes more than once, before I came hither; And Are there no Causes for such Fears yet to be found among this great Assembly? Let me freely tell you, that these Fears drew Tears from mine Eyes more than once, before I Come hither; cc vbr a-acp dx n2 p-acp d n2 av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1? vvb pno11 av-j vvb pn22, cst d n2 vvd n2 p-acp po11 n2 av-dc cs a-acp, c-acp pns11 vvd av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 55
501 if I should manage this Matter so, as to leave my Hearers as I found them; if I should manage this Matter so, as to leave my Hearers as I found them; cs pns11 vmd vvi d n1 av, c-acp pc-acp vvi po11 n2 c-acp pns11 vvd pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
502 What shall I say either for mine own mean Performance, or their Refusal? How loth shall I be, to bring in Evidence against any one of you, What shall I say either for mine own mean Performance, or their Refusal? How loath shall I be, to bring in Evidence against any one of you, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi av-d p-acp po11 d j n1, cc po32 n1? q-crq j vmb pns11 vbi, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
503 when this Sermon must be heard again, and reckoned for! when this Sermon must be herd again, and reckoned for! c-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn av, cc vvn p-acp! (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
504 I ought not, I think, to let thee know this, but in hopes to prevent that. Well, once for all, Up, and be doing; I ought not, I think, to let thee know this, but in hope's to prevent that. Well, once for all, Up, and be doing; pns11 vmd xx, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi pno21 vvi d, p-acp p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi d. av, a-acp p-acp d, a-acp, cc vbi vdg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
505 embrace, nay, seek out Opportunities, to rebuke, and reclaim remaining Debauchery: And if this be thy plain Duty, capable of being so powerfully imprest upon thee; embrace, nay, seek out Opportunities, to rebuke, and reclaim remaining Debauchery: And if this be thy plain Duty, capable of being so powerfully impressed upon thee; vvb, uh-x, vvb av n2, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi vvg n1: cc cs d vbb po21 j n1, j pp-f vbg av av-j vvn p-acp pno21; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
506 if God, and Conscience, have let thee know, what he expects from thee, have a Reverence for both, if God, and Conscience, have let thee know, what he expects from thee, have a reverence for both, cs np1, cc n1, vhb vvn pno21 vvi, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno21, vhb dt n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
507 tho' thou art excited to it, by no better a Hand than this. Awake, Rouze up: though thou art excited to it, by no better a Hand than this. Awake, Rouse up: cs pns21 vb2r vvd p-acp pn31, p-acp dx jc dt n1 cs d. j, vvb a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
508 Be strong, O Zerubbabel, saith the Lord; and be strong, O Joshua, Son of Josedech, the High-Priest; Be strong, Oh Zerubbabel, Says the Lord; and be strong, Oh joshua, Son of Josedech, the High-Priest; vbb j, uh np1, vvz dt n1; cc vbb j, uh np1, n1 pp-f np1, dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56
509 and be strong all ye People of the Land, saith the Lord, and work: For I am with you, saith the Lord of Hosts. FINIS. and be strong all the People of the Land, Says the Lord, and work: For I am with you, Says the Lord of Hosts. FINIS. cc vbb j d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1, cc n1: c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp pn22, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 56

Marginalia

View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
64 0 NONLATINALPHABET of NONLATINALPHABET which signifies primarily, Fecit, effecit, perfecit, absolvit, ad certum usum aptavit, disposuit: As Philologers say. of which signifies primarily, Fecit, effecit, perfecit, absolvit, ad certum usum aptavit, disposuit: As Philologers say. pp-f r-crq vvz av-j, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1: p-acp n2 vvb.
388 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None