A sermon exhorting to union in religion preach'd at Bow-Church, May 20th, and published at the desire of the auditory / by E. Young.

Young, Edward, 1641 or 2-1705
Publisher: Printed for Walter Kettilby
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1688
Approximate Era: JamesII
TCP ID: A67825 ESTC ID: R39192 STC ID: Y64
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- John XVI, 31-32; Church of England; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 St JOHN xvi. 31, 32. Do ye now believe? Behold the hour cometh, yea, is now come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone. Saint JOHN xvi. 31, 32. Do you now believe? Behold the hour comes, yea, is now come, that you shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone. zz np1 crd. crd, crd vdb pn22 av vvi? vvb dt n1 vvz, uh, vbz av vvn, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn, d n1 p-acp po31 d, cc vmb vvi pno11 av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 THIS Day in the Kalendar of the Church bears the name of Rogation-Sunday, as being the Head of a Season set apart for more than ordinary Prayers and Supplications unto God. THIS Day in the Calendar of the Church bears the name of Rogation-Sunday, as being the Head of a Season Set apart for more than ordinary Prayers and Supplications unto God. d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av p-acp dc cs j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
2 The Calamities of a Particular Church begun the Usage; The Calamities of a Particular Church begun the Usage; dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvn dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
3 but the Piety of the Universal thought fit to continue it, as well to deprecate the like Calamities, but the Piety of the Universal Thought fit to continue it, as well to deprecate the like Calamities, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-u n1 vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp av pc-acp vvi dt j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
4 as also to implore more instantly the Spiritual Presence of Christ with his Church, at the same time when we contemplate his bodily absence by reason of his Ascension. as also to implore more instantly the Spiritual Presence of christ with his Church, At the same time when we contemplate his bodily absence by reason of his Ascension. c-acp av pc-acp vvi av-dc av-jn dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt d n1 c-crq pns12 vvi po31 j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
5 Suitable to this purpose, there is a Gospel selected for the Day, in which our Saviour himself treats of the Nature and Efficacy of Prayer. Suitable to this purpose, there is a Gospel selected for the Day, in which our Saviour himself treats of the Nature and Efficacy of Prayer. j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 px31 vvz pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
6 Being now about to leave his Disciples he recommends Prayer to be to them (as it were) the Equivalent of Himself; Being now about to leave his Disciples he recommends Prayer to be to them (as it were) the Equivalent of Himself; vbg av p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n2 pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt j pp-f px31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
7 to supply them with all the Consolations of his own Presence; to supply them with all the Consolations of his own Presence; pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
8 and so to fill up their Joy, that they should want none, tho' he were away: and so to fill up their Joy, that they should want none, though he were away: cc av pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi pix, cs pns31 vbdr av: (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
9 Ask (says he) and you shall receive, that your Ioy may be full. Ask (Says he) and you shall receive, that your Joy may be full. vvb (vvz pns31) cc pn22 vmb vvi, cst po22 n1 vmb vbi j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
10 For he tells them, that tho' he was going from them, He was only going to the Father, For he tells them, that though he was going from them, He was only going to the Father, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32, cst cs pns31 vbds vvg p-acp pno32, pns31 vbds av-j vvg p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
11 and there to be their Advocate, and to secure a Return to all their Petitions: Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name he shall give it you. and there to be their Advocate, and to secure a Return to all their Petitions: Whatsoever you shall ask the Father in my name he shall give it you. cc a-acp pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d po32 n2: r-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pn22. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
12 Besides this, He tells them, that the Father himself loved them, and that the Comforter should come and abide with Them, till such time as They should come and abide with Himself in the Mansions of Heaven. Beside this, He tells them, that the Father himself loved them, and that the Comforter should come and abide with Them, till such time as They should come and abide with Himself in the Mansions of Heaven. p-acp d, pns31 vvz pno32, cst dt n1 px31 vvd pno32, cc cst dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
13 The Disciples having their Affections rais'd and made warm by this obliging Discovery, immediately declare themselves Believers, convinc'd, enlightned, satisfied: The Disciples having their Affections raised and made warm by this obliging Discovery, immediately declare themselves Believers, convinced, enlightened, satisfied: dt n2 vhg po32 n2 vvn cc vvd j p-acp d j-vvg n1, av-j vvi px32 n2, vvd, vvd, vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
14 Now we are sure that Thou knowest all Things; Now we Believe that Thou camest forth from God. Now we Are sure that Thou Knowest all Things; Now we Believe that Thou camest forth from God. av pns12 vbr j cst pns21 vv2 d n2; av pns12 vvb cst pns21 vvd2 av p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
15 To which our Saviour makes this reply in the Text, Do ye now believe? Behold the hour cometh, To which our Saviour makes this reply in the Text, Do you now believe? Behold the hour comes, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb pn22 av vvi? vvb dt n1 vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
16 yea is now come, that, &c. yea is now come, that, etc. uh vbz av vvn, cst, av (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
17 Which words may be distinguish'd into Two general Parts, ( viz. ) The Rebuke of a Present fault in the Disciples, Which words may be distinguished into Two general Parts, (viz.) The Rebuke of a Present fault in the Disciples, r-crq n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd j n2, (n1) dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
18 and The Warning of a Future. The first words, Do ye now believe? is a manifest Rebuke; and The Warning of a Future. The First words, Do you now believe? is a manifest Rebuke; cc dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn. dt ord n2, vdb pn22 av vvi? vbz dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
19 and it may seem to charge the Faith that the Disciples had now profest with a Three-fold Defect, That it was Late, That it was Cheap, and That it was Mistaken: and it may seem to charge the Faith that the Disciples had now professed with a Threefold Defect, That it was Late, That it was Cheap, and That it was Mistaken: cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst dt n2 vhd av vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, cst pn31 vbds j, cst pn31 vbds j, cc cst pn31 vbds vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
20 For each of These may be naturally infer'd from the import of the Question. ( ex. gr. ) For each of These may be naturally inferred from the import of the Question. (ex. Great.) c-acp d pp-f d vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (fw-la. zz.) (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
21 First, Do ye now believe? But why did ye not believe sooner? Have you not had sufficient means of Conviction till now? Have you not long since seen my Miracles, First, Do you now believe? But why did you not believe sooner? Have you not had sufficient means of Conviction till now? Have you not long since seen my Miracles, ord, vdb pn22 av vvi? cc-acp q-crq vdd pn22 xx vvi av-c? vhb pn22 xx vhd j n2 pp-f n1 c-acp av? vhb pn22 xx av-j a-acp vvn po11 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
22 and heard my Doctrine? Have I not told you heretofore, that I came forth from the Father, and that I and the Father are one? wherefore your Faith is reproachable, and herd my Doctrine? Have I not told you heretofore, that I Come forth from the Father, and that I and the Father Are one? Wherefore your Faith is reproachable, cc vvd po11 n1? vhb pns11 xx vvn pn22 av, cst pns11 vvd av p-acp dt n1, cc d pns11 cc dt n1 vbr pi? c-crq po22 n1 vbz j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
23 for that it is so Late. for that it is so Late. c-acp cst pn31 vbz av j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
24 Secondly, Do ye now believe? But what does it cost You to do so? What temptation have you to the contrary? Your Faith now only lays hold of my Promises, Secondly, Do you now believe? But what does it cost You to do so? What temptation have you to the contrary? Your Faith now only lays hold of my Promises, ord, vdb pn22 av vvi? cc-acp q-crq vdz pn31 vvi pn22 pc-acp vdi av? q-crq n1 vhb pn22 p-acp dt j-jn? po22 n1 av av-j vvz n1 pp-f po11 vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
25 and is not at all discourag'd by any of your own Fears: and is not At all discouraged by any of your own Fears: cc vbz xx p-acp d vvn p-acp d pp-f po22 d n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
26 For what Difficulties are you brought to? What Peril do you run by this private Confession of me? And therefore your Faith is not to be boasted of, 'tis rather reproachable, For what Difficulties Are you brought to? What Peril do you run by this private Confessi of me? And Therefore your Faith is not to be boasted of, it's rather reproachable, c-acp r-crq n2 vbr pn22 vvn p-acp? q-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f pno11? cc av po22 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, pn31|vbz av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
27 for that it is so Cheap. Thirdly, Do ye now believe? i. e. for that it is so Cheap. Thirdly, Do you now believe? i. e. c-acp cst pn31 vbz av j. ord, vdb pn22 av vvi? sy. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
28 Are you sure you do believe? Do you not think too indulgently of your selves? Have you examin'd your own hearts, are you sure you do believe? Do you not think too indulgently of your selves? Have you examined your own hearts, vbr pn22 j pn22 vdb vvi? vdb pn22 xx vvi av av-j pp-f po22 n2? vhb pn22 vvn po22 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
29 and secur'd the Grounds of your Confidence? Indeed you seem to your selves to believe; and secured the Grounds of your Confidence? Indeed you seem to your selves to believe; cc vvn dt n2 pp-f po22 n1? np1 pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
30 but I (who know you better than you do your selves) find that you do not believe as you ought: but I (who know you better than you do your selves) find that you do not believe as you ought: cc-acp pns11 (r-crq vvb pn22 av-jc cs pn22 vdb po22 n2) vvb cst pn22 vdb xx vvi c-acp pn22 vmd: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
31 For a true Faith will never be a Deserter; but you will by and by desert me: For a true Faith will never be a Deserter; but you will by and by desert me: c-acp dt j n1 vmb av-x vbi dt n1; cc-acp pn22 vmb p-acp cc p-acp n1 pno11: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
32 And therefore your Faith is reproachable, for that it is so mistaken. And Therefore your Faith is reproachable, for that it is so mistaken. cc av po22 n1 vbz j, c-acp cst pn31 vbz av vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
33 Perhaps all these Three Defects were to be found in the present Faith of the Disciples, at least in some measure: Perhaps all these Three Defects were to be found in the present Faith of the Disciples, At least in Some measure: av d d crd n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp ds p-acp d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
34 But I am sure they are actually and ordinarily found in the Faith of other Professors; But I am sure they Are actually and ordinarily found in the Faith of other Professors; cc-acp pns11 vbm j pns32 vbr av-j cc av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
35 and therefore let us make some short Reflections upon them. I. Upon the Lateness of their Faith. and Therefore let us make Some short Reflections upon them. I. Upon the Lateness of their Faith. cc av vvb pno12 vvi d j n2 p-acp pno32. pns11. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
36 None may deny, but that the Disciples did believe before; They had made the same Confession before: None may deny, but that the Disciples did believe before; They had made the same Confessi before: pix vmb vvi, cc-acp cst dt n2 vdd vvi a-acp; pns32 vhd vvn dt d n1 a-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
37 But yet we must acknowledge that their Faith was hitherto weak and labouring and perplex'd. But yet we must acknowledge that their Faith was hitherto weak and labouring and perplexed. cc-acp av pns12 vmb vvi d po32 n1 vbds av j cc vvg cc j-vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
38 And the Reason of all, was the Prejudice they were bred in, ( viz. ) That the Messiah was to set up a Worldly Kingdom. And the Reason of all, was the Prejudice they were bred in, (viz.) That the Messiah was to Set up a Worldly Kingdom. cc dt n1 pp-f d, vbds dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, (n1) cst dt np1 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
39 So that when our Saviour discours'd to them concerning Persecution and the Cross, tho' the Veneration they had for his awful Goodness, would not suffer them to disbelieve what he said; So that when our Saviour discoursed to them Concerning Persecution and the Cross, though the Veneration they had for his awful goodness, would not suffer them to disbelieve what he said; av cst c-crq po12 n1 vvn p-acp pno32 vvg n1 cc dt n1, cs dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp po31 j n1, vmd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
40 yet their rooted belief of another thing inconsistent with this, could not but hold their Faith under an intricate suspence: yet their rooted belief of Another thing inconsistent with this, could not but hold their Faith under an intricate suspense: av po32 j-vvn n1 pp-f j-jn n1 j p-acp d, vmd xx cc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
41 But now (This Evening) our Saviour had by a more free and full Discovery weeded this Prejudice out of their Minds: But now (This Evening) our Saviour had by a more free and full Discovery weeded this Prejudice out of their Minds: cc-acp av (d n1) po12 n1 vhd p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 vvn d n1 av pp-f po32 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
42 He had satisfi'd them that the Messiah's Kingdom was Heavenly; That the Redemption by Him was Moral, not from Suffering, but from Sin; He had satisfied them that the Messiah's Kingdom was Heavenly; That the Redemption by Him was Moral, not from Suffering, but from since; pns31 vhd vvd pno32 cst dt npg1 n1 vbds j; cst dt n1 p-acp pno31 vbds j, xx p-acp vvg, cc-acp p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
43 That the World, and They, were of different Families, different Fashions, different Fortunes: From which Discovery their Faith grew consistent, it no longer contradicted it self; That the World, and They, were of different Families, different Fashions, different Fortune's: From which Discovery their Faith grew consistent, it no longer contradicted it self; cst dt n1, cc pns32, vbdr pp-f j n2, j n2, j n2: p-acp r-crq n1 po32 n1 vvd j, pn31 av-dx av-jc vvd pn31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
44 and therefore it was now profest, as if it were perfectly New; Now we Believe. and Therefore it was now professed, as if it were perfectly New; Now we Believe. cc av pn31 vbds av vvn, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av-j j; av pns12 vvb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
45 Let us observe from hence, That, No Man can have an approvable or steady Faith, till such time as he has rendred himself Indifferent to the World. Let us observe from hence, That, No Man can have an approvable or steady Faith, till such time as he has rendered himself Indifferent to the World. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp av, cst, dx n1 vmb vhi dt j cc j n1, c-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn px31 j p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
46 When GOD trained up Abraham, as a Pattern to those that should afterwards Believe, be began with him at this Point, He was to take God for his All: When GOD trained up Abraham, as a Pattern to those that should afterwards Believe, be began with him At this Point, He was to take God for his All: c-crq np1 vvd a-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d cst vmd av vvi, vbb vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 d: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
47 God was to be to him instead of Country, and Friends, and all other Interests: God was to be to him both his Shield and his Reward; i. e. God was to be to him instead of Country, and Friends, and all other Interests: God was to be to him both his Shield and his Reward; i. e. np1 vbds pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 av pp-f n1, cc n2, cc d j-jn n2: np1 vbds pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 d po31 vvb cc po31 vvb; uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
48 For him to have sought for either any Deliverances, or any Advantages, but such as perfectly comported with his Relyance upon God, had been absolute Infidelity in him: For him to have sought for either any Deliverances, or any Advantages, but such as perfectly comported with his Reliance upon God, had been absolute Infidelity in him: p-acp pno31 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d d n2, cc d n2, cc-acp d c-acp av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, vhd vbn j n1 p-acp pno31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
49 And the same it must be in us. The same God offers himself to us in the Gospel, but together with his Cross; And the same it must be in us. The same God offers himself to us in the Gospel, but together with his Cross; cc dt d pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno12. dt d np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av p-acp po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
50 So that all Worldly Comforts, excepting that of Internal Peace, are absolutely contingent to our Covenant; So that all Worldly Comforts, excepting that of Internal Peace, Are absolutely contingent to our Covenant; av cst d j n2, vvg cst pp-f j n1, vbr av-j j p-acp po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
51 And if we will not receive Him upon these Terms, we are already judg'd unworthy of Him. And if we will not receive Him upon these Terms, we Are already judged unworthy of Him. cc cs pns12 vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp d n2, pns12 vbr av vvn j pp-f pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
52 He then is a Christian Believer who has set down and consider'd, what expence he can be at for Salvation: He then is a Christian Believer who has Set down and considered, what expense he can be At for Salvation: pns31 av vbz dt njp n1 r-crq vhz vvn a-acp cc vvn, r-crq n1 pns31 vmb vbi p-acp p-acp n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
53 who has put Temporal and Eternal good things into different Scales, and weigh'd them apart; who has put Temporal and Eternal good things into different Scales, and weighed them apart; r-crq vhz vvn j cc j j n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvd pno32 av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
54 and then resolved which to chuse, tho' perhaps they were never to meet, from the moment of his Choice: and then resolved which to choose, though perhaps they were never to meet, from the moment of his Choice: cc av vvd r-crq pc-acp vvi, cs av pns32 vbdr av-x pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
55 Who can say to himself — I am engag'd to follow my Master, and this is the only point I aim at: Who can say to himself — I am engaged to follow my Master, and this is the only point I aim At: r-crq vmb vvi p-acp px31 — pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc d vbz dt j n1 pns11 vvb p-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
56 I will therefore be humble and charitable and inoffensive; I will Therefore be humble and charitable and inoffensive; pns11 vmb av vbi j cc j cc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
57 I will be Moderate in my Desires, and Temperate in my Enjoyments, Honest in my Dealings, and Faithful to my Promises; I will be Moderate in my Desires, and Temperate in my Enjoyments, Honest in my Dealings, and Faithful to my Promises; pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp po11 n2, cc j p-acp po11 n2, j p-acp po11 n2-vvg, cc j p-acp po11 vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
58 I will not Strain my Conscience in hopes of Advantage, nor be wanting to Truth for fear of Disobliging: I will not Strain my Conscience in hope's of Advantage, nor be wanting to Truth for Fear of Disobliging: pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, ccx vbi vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
59 These are the only Arts of Living, that I desire to be acquainted with, and if it shall please God to bless these to me with worldly prosperity, I know my self obliged to greater Thankfulness for my present Comforts; These Are the only Arts of Living, that I desire to be acquainted with, and if it shall please God to bless these to me with worldly Prosperity, I know my self obliged to greater Thankfulness for my present Comforts; d vbr dt j n2 pp-f vvg, cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cc cs pn31 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno11 p-acp j n1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 vvn p-acp jc n1 p-acp po11 j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
60 but yet, if these fail, I will not be less Thankful for my future assurances. This is a Faith founded upon a Rock: but yet, if these fail, I will not be less Thankful for my future assurances. This is a Faith founded upon a Rock: cc-acp av, cs d vvb, pns11 vmb xx vbi av-dc j p-acp po11 j-jn n2. d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
61 But he whose Piety varies and fluctuates according to the different faces of the World; But he whose Piety Varies and fluctuates according to the different faces of the World; cc-acp pns31 rg-crq n1 vvz cc vvz vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
62 that swells at Gain, and ebbs at Loss, and sometimes sinks either in the calm of Pleasures, that Swells At Gain, and ebbs At Loss, and sometime sinks either in the Cam of Pleasures, cst vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, cc av vvz av-d p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
63 or under the pressure of Affliction; or under the pressure of Affliction; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
64 such a one is (as the Apostle expresses him) like a wave of the sea, driven about and tossed; such a one is (as the Apostle Expresses him) like a wave of the sea, driven about and tossed; d dt pi vbz (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31) av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn a-acp cc vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
65 let him not expect to receive any thing from the Lord. In a word, It is worldly adherences that make men late Believers; let him not expect to receive any thing from the Lord. In a word, It is worldly adherences that make men late Believers; vvb pno31 xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz j n2 cst vvb n2 av-j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
66 nay, occasions that multitudes who in view of a subsequent Faith have renounced the world from their Cradle, have not yet arrived at that Faith (then presumed on) to their Graves. nay, occasions that Multitudes who in view of a subsequent Faith have renounced the world from their Cradle, have not yet arrived At that Faith (then presumed on) to their Graves. uh-x, n2 cst n2 r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 vhb vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, vhb xx av vvn p-acp d n1 (av vvn a-acp) p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
67 II. The Second thing to be reflected on is the Cheapness of the Disciples Faith; and that must be estimated from the encouragements that they had just then received: II The Second thing to be reflected on is the Cheapness of the Disciples Faith; and that must be estimated from the encouragements that they had just then received: crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1; cc cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cst pns32 vhd av av vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
68 They had just received full assurances of their Master's endearment, of the Love of the Father, of the Cohabitation of the Spirit, of the Income of their Prayers, of a Future eternal Reward: They had just received full assurances of their Masters endearment, of the Love of the Father, of the Cohabitation of the Spirit, of the Income of their Prayers, of a Future Eternal Reward: pns32 vhd av vvn j n2 pp-f po32 ng1 n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pp-f dt j-jn j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
69 And no wonder if the warmth of such encouragements as these made their Faith spring up to a promising blade; but yet we see that for want of a deeper root the next Trial made it wither. Let us observe from hence — Never to trust that Religion that grows from an occasional Complacency or Elevation of Spirits. And no wonder if the warmth of such encouragements as these made their Faith spring up to a promising blade; but yet we see that for want of a Deeper root the next Trial made it wither. Let us observe from hence — Never to trust that Religion that grows from an occasional Complacency or Elevation of Spirits. cc dx n1 cs dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp d vvd po32 n1 vvi a-acp p-acp dt vvg n1; p-acp av pns12 vvb cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc-jn n1 dt ord n1 vvd pn31 vvi. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp av — av-x pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
70 A good Humour makes a good Christian very cheaply, but very deceitfully: While we contemplate the indulgent Love of Christ, and the precious Promises of the Gospel; A good Humour makes a good Christian very cheaply, but very deceitfully: While we contemplate the indulgent Love of christ, and the precious Promises of the Gospel; dt j n1 vvz dt j njp av av-j, cc-acp av av-j: cs pns12 vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j vvz pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
71 the present however, and the future Advantages of being Religious, how easie is it to pass into a Resolution of being so? While the Providence of God seems to smile upon us in the Success of Affairs, the present however, and the future Advantages of being Religious, how easy is it to pass into a Resolution of being so? While the Providence of God seems to smile upon us in the Success of Affairs, dt j c-acp, cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f vbg j, c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg av? n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
72 how forward are our purposes to be Thankful? While men give us respect, and flatter our Inclinations, how forward Are our Purposes to be Thankful? While men give us respect, and flatter our Inclinations, c-crq av-j vbr po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j? n1 n2 vvb pno12 vvi, cc vvi po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
73 how prone a thing is it to be Courteous? While no body does us any Injury or Affront, how prove a thing is it to be Courteous? While no body does us any Injury or Affront, c-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi j? n1 dx n1 vdz pno12 d n1 cc vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
74 how gloriously can we pronounce our selves in Charity with all the world? But in the mean time there may be nothing of a grounded Religion in all this; how gloriously can we pronounce our selves in Charity with all the world? But in the mean time there may be nothing of a grounded Religion in all this; c-crq av-j vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1? p-acp p-acp dt j n1 a-acp vmb vbi pix pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
75 It may be no more than the Natural result of the present state of our mind; It may be no more than the Natural result of the present state of our mind; pn31 vmb vbi dx av-dc cs dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
76 which being at ease with the posture of things without, is not willing to rifle its own enjoyment by any disturbing Passions within. which being At ease with the posture of things without, is not willing to rifle its own enjoyment by any disturbing Passion within. r-crq vbg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp, vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2 a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
77 This therefore is not to be trusted to: This Therefore is not to be trusted to: np1 av vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
78 But he that will entertain any reasonable hopes of his own Christianity must find it in the experiences of Temptation; But he that will entertain any reasonable hope's of his own Christianity must find it in the experiences of Temptation; cc-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi d j n2 pp-f po31 d n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
79 what he can Forgive when Injury provokes him; what he can Suffer when Danger presents it self; what he can Forgive when Injury provokes him; what he can Suffer when Danger presents it self; r-crq pns31 vmb vvi c-crq n1 vvz pno31; r-crq pns31 vmb vvi c-crq n1 vvz pn31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
80 what he can forego of his own to promote the Interests of Piety: what he can forego of his own to promote the Interests of Piety: r-crq pns31 vmb vvi pp-f po31 d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
81 And without these Experiences all our Professions, tho' never so couragious, are but like Ephraim's carrying about his Arms and his Bow as the badges of his Valour, And without these Experiences all our Professions, though never so courageous, Are but like Ephraim's carrying about his Arms and his Bow as the badges of his Valour, cc p-acp d n2 d po12 n2, cs av-x av j, vbr cc-acp j npg1 vvg p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
82 and yet running away in the day of Battle. III. The last Circumstance we are to reflect upon, is, the Disciples Mistake of their Faith: and yet running away in the day of Battle. III. The last Circumstance we Are to reflect upon, is, the Disciples Mistake of their Faith: cc av vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1. dt ord n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz, dt n2 vvb pp-f po32 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
83 It was their own hearts they pronounc'd upon, and yet they were deceived; It was their own hearts they pronounced upon, and yet they were deceived; pn31 vbds po32 d n2 pns32 vvd p-acp, cc av pns32 vbdr vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
84 and they cryed very unseasonably, now we believe, just at the moment when they were ready to confute their Pretence. and they cried very unseasonably, now we believe, just At the moment when they were ready to confute their Pretence. cc pns32 vvd av av-j, av pns12 vvb, j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
85 Let us observe hence — That men are naturally apt to harbour too indulgent an opinion of themselves. Let us observe hence — That men Are naturally apt to harbour too indulgent an opinion of themselves. vvb pno12 vvi av — d n2 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi av j dt n1 pp-f px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
86 It must be acknowledged that we are all too apt to do so; It must be acknowledged that we Are all too apt to do so; pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst pns12 vbr d av j pc-acp vdi av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
87 notwithstanding that (as we may learn from the present Instance) such an Opinion be extremely treacherous, notwithstanding that (as we may Learn from the present Instance) such an Opinion be extremely treacherous, p-acp d (c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1) d dt n1 vbb av-jn j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
88 and the readiest way to prevent that good in our selves, which we too fondly presume. and the Readiest Way to prevent that good in our selves, which we too fondly presume. cc dt js n1 pc-acp vvi d j p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 av av-j vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
89 A good Conceit of our selves is a very comfortable Passion; it sets us mightily at ease; A good Conceit of our selves is a very comfortable Passion; it sets us mightily At ease; dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz dt av j n1; pn31 vvz pno12 av-j p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
90 and so it has always a sure friend of our Nature: and so it has always a sure friend of our Nature: cc av pn31 vhz av dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
91 on the other side, it breeds Carelesness, and prevents Diligence, and hinders Proficiency, and so it has always a sure friend of the Devil: on the other side, it breeds Carelessness, and prevents Diligence, and hinders Proficiency, and so it has always a sure friend of the devil: p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz n1, cc vvz n1, cc vvz n1, cc av pn31 vhz av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
92 and no wonder then that it so universally steals upon us. and no wonder then that it so universally steals upon us. cc dx n1 av cst pn31 av av-j vvz p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
93 But besides these Two Causes, many men have a Third, why a Redundance of their good Opinion should light upon themselves, But beside these Two Causes, many men have a Third, why a Redundance of their good Opinion should Light upon themselves, p-acp p-acp d crd n2, d n2 vhb dt ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 vmd vvi p-acp px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
94 and that is, Because they spend so little of it upon others: Their ill thoughts and their Censures spend themselves all outwards; and that is, Because they spend so little of it upon Others: Their ill thoughts and their Censures spend themselves all outward; cc d vbz, c-acp pns32 vvb av j pp-f pn31 p-acp n2-jn: po32 j-jn n2 cc po32 n2 vvi px32 d av-j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
95 and so their good ones fall of course to their own share. But alas! and so their good ones fallen of course to their own share. But alas! cc av po32 j pi2 vvi pp-f n1 p-acp po32 d n1. p-acp uh! (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
96 how unreasonable as well as unjust a thing it is for any to censure the Inwards of another, how unreasonable as well as unjust a thing it is for any to censure the Inward of Another, q-crq j c-acp av c-acp j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp d pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
97 when we see that even good Men are not able to dive thro' the mystery of their own. when we see that even good Men Are not able to dive through the mystery of their own. c-crq pns12 vvb cst av j n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
98 Be assured therefore there can be but little honesty, without thinking as well as possible of others; Be assured Therefore there can be but little honesty, without thinking as well as possible of Others; vbb vvn av pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp j n1, p-acp vvg a-acp av c-acp j pp-f n2-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
99 and there can be no safety without thinking humbly and distrustfully of our selves. and there can be no safety without thinking humbly and distrustfully of our selves. cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp vvg av-j cc av-j pp-f po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
100 Had the Disciples but distrusted that Faith, which they so confidently pronounc'd, they had infallibly secur'd it; Had the Disciples but distrusted that Faith, which they so confidently pronounced, they had infallibly secured it; vhd dt n2 p-acp vvd d n1, r-crq pns32 av av-j vvn, pns32 vhd av-j vvn pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
101 had they but cry'd (as once before) Lord increase our Faith, instead of Now we believe; they had infallibly prevented the shame of their approaching fall. had they but cried (as once before) Lord increase our Faith, instead of Now we believe; they had infallibly prevented the shame of their approaching fallen. vhd pns32 p-acp vvd (c-acp a-acp a-acp) n1 vvi po12 n1, av pp-f av pns12 vvb; pns32 vhd av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
102 But as it is the first Method of God's good pleasure to give Grace unto the Humble, so the next act of his Compassion is to bring the Confident to shame; But as it is the First Method of God's good pleasure to give Grace unto the Humble, so the next act of his Compassion is to bring the Confident to shame; cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt j, av dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
103 That they may be made acquainted with Humbleness as a Necessity, who were not wise enough to prefer it as a Virtue. That they may be made acquainted with Humbleness as a Necessity, who were not wise enough to prefer it as a Virtue. cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbdr xx j av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
104 Which brings me upon the Consideration of the Remainder of my Text, Behold the hour cometh, Which brings me upon the Consideration of the Remainder of my Text, Behold the hour comes, r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt n1 vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
105 yea is now come, that ye shall be scattered every man to his own, and shall leave me alone. yea is now come, that you shall be scattered every man to his own, and shall leave me alone. uh vbz av vvn, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn d n1 p-acp po31 d, cc vmb vvi pno11 av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
106 In which words we may observe, that, as the Disciples Crime was the leaving of their Master, In which words we may observe, that, as the Disciples Crime was the leaving of their Master, p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi, cst, c-acp dt n2 n1 vbds dt vvg pp-f po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
107 so the Occasion of that Crime was their Scattering, and the Reason of their Scattering was their NONLATINALPHABET, the concern that each of them had for their Own: so the Occasion of that Crime was their Scattering, and the Reason of their Scattering was their, the concern that each of them had for their Own: av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds po32 vvg, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvg vbds po32, dt vvi cst d pp-f pno32 vhd p-acp po32 d: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
108 Ye shall be scattered every man to his Own, and shall leave me alone. You shall be scattered every man to his Own, and shall leave me alone. pn22 vmb vbi vvn d n1 p-acp po31 d, cc vmb vvi pno11 av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
109 To form you a proper Instruction from this Passage, I shall infer these Two Propositions from it: 1. That when Christians divide, they leave their Master: To from you a proper Instruction from this Passage, I shall infer these Two Propositions from it: 1. That when Christians divide, they leave their Master: pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2 p-acp pn31: crd cst c-crq np1 vvb, pns32 vvb po32 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
110 And, 2. That it is NONLATINALPHABET, our Own things, and not the things of Christ that makes us divide. And, 2. That it is, our Own things, and not the things of christ that makes us divide. cc, crd cst pn31 vbz, po12 d n2, cc xx dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vvz pno12 vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
111 1. When Christians divide, they leave their Master. 1. When Christians divide, they leave their Master. crd c-crq np1 vvb, pns32 vvb po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
112 Where you may perceive I use the expression of the Text, in a sense that is onely Analogical; Where you may perceive I use the expression of the Text, in a sense that is only Analogical; c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
113 For by leaving Christ, in the Text, is meant the leaving his Person; but by leaving Christ, in my Proposition, is meant the leaving of his Interest: For by leaving christ, in the Text, is meant the leaving his Person; but by leaving christ, in my Proposition, is meant the leaving of his Interest: c-acp p-acp vvg np1, p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn dt vvg po31 n1; cc-acp p-acp vvg np1, p-acp po11 n1, vbz vvn dt vvg pp-f po31 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
114 And so the plainest sense of it will be this, That when Christians divide and enter into separate Communions, they do a thing that is injurious to Christ, and prejudicial to his Religion. And so the Plainest sense of it will be this, That when Christians divide and enter into separate Communions, they do a thing that is injurious to christ, and prejudicial to his Religion. cc av dt js n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi d, cst c-crq np1 vvb cc vvi p-acp j n2, pns32 vdb dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp np1, cc j p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
115 — This is a matter wherein the present Posture of our affairs is highly concern'd; — This is a matter wherein the present Posture of our affairs is highly concerned; — d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz av-j vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
116 and therefore give me leave, tho' you know it already, to put you in remembrance of the Truth of it. and Therefore give me leave, though you know it already, to put you in remembrance of the Truth of it. cc av vvb pno11 vvi, cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
117 The Two great Ends of Religion and of Christ's Communion with his Church, are the Glory of God, and the Salvation of Men; The Two great Ends of Religion and of Christ's Communion with his Church, Are the Glory of God, and the Salvation of Men; dt crd j n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
118 and it is very manifest, that the dividing into separate Communions is extreamly prejudicial to each of these Ends. and it is very manifest, that the dividing into separate Communions is extremely prejudicial to each of these Ends. cc pn31 vbz av j, cst dt n-vvg p-acp j n2 vbz av-jn j p-acp d pp-f d n2 (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
119 Let us see, (1) How it affects the Glory of God. Let us see, (1) How it affects the Glory of God. vvb pno12 vvi, (vvn) c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
120 All the Christians in the World are in the Scripture-stile call'd but one Assembly, ( Ecclesia ) to intimate that tho' they are distant in places, All the Christians in the World Are in the scripture style called but one Assembly, (Ecclesia) to intimate that though they Are distant in places, d dt np1 p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp crd n1, (np1) pc-acp vvi cst cs pns32 vbr j p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
121 yet they ought to be but One, both in Affections and Manner of Worship. yet they ought to be but One, both in Affections and Manner of Worship. av pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp crd, av-d p-acp n2 cc n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
122 God himself has ordained it to be so, and that with respect to his own Glory; God himself has ordained it to be so, and that with respect to his own Glory; np1 px31 vhz vvn pn31 pc-acp vbi av, cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
123 For so he commands himself to be honoured, so to be praised; For so he commands himself to be honoured, so to be praised; c-acp av pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi vvn, av pc-acp vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
124 as being never well-pleased with the Worship of his People, but when it proceeds from Unity of Spirit, demonstrated by the Decency of a mutual resemblance. as being never well-pleased with the Worship of his People, but when it proceeds from Unity of Spirit, demonstrated by the Decency of a mutual resemblance. c-acp vbg av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
125 S. Paul Rom. 15. 5. argues, that both agreement of hearts, and agreement of Worship are expresly necessary to the Glory of God; S. Paul Rom. 15. 5. argues, that both agreement of hearts, and agreement of Worship Are expressly necessary to the Glory of God; np1 np1 np1 crd crd vvz, cst d n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbr av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
126 where he says, Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like-minded one towards another, where he Says, Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like-minded one towards Another, c-crq pns31 vvz, av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb pn22 pc-acp vbi j pi p-acp n-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
127 as it is in Christ Iesus, that you may with one mind and one mouth glorifie God. as it is in christ Iesus, that you may with one mind and one Mouth Glorify God. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 np1, cst pn22 vmb p-acp crd n1 cc crd n1 vvi np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
128 Upon which passage Calvin makes this Reflection, Non est ergo quòd jactet quispiam se Deo gloriam daturum suo more, &c. Therefore (says he) Let no Man boast within himself that he will glorifie God after his own manner, Upon which passage calvin makes this Reflection, Non est ergo quòd jactet quispiam se God gloriam daturum Sue more, etc. Therefore (Says he) Let no Man boast within himself that he will Glorify God After his own manner, p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz d n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, av av (vvz pns31) vvb dx n1 vvi p-acp px31 cst pns31 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po31 d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
129 for God hath such regard to the Concent of his Service, that he will not have his Glory set forth by the mouths of those that separate and disagree. Thus that Author. for God hath such regard to the Concent of his Service, that he will not have his Glory Set forth by the mouths of those that separate and disagree. Thus that Author. c-acp np1 vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vhi po31 n1 vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb cc vvi. av d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
130 — I allow that it adds to the Glory of a Prince, when we can say, that tho' his Subjects be divided into several Factions, — I allow that it adds to the Glory of a Prince, when we can say, that though his Subject's be divided into several Factions, — pns11 vvb cst pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs po31 n2-jn vbb vvn p-acp j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
131 and disagree among themselves, yet they agree in this to honour him. and disagree among themselves, yet they agree in this to honour him. cc vvi p-acp px32, av pns32 vvb p-acp d pc-acp vvi pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
132 This is true, because the Honour that is given to men is not affected with the Piety, This is true, Because the Honour that is given to men is not affected with the Piety, d vbz j, c-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n2 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
133 but only with the sincerity of the Giver: but only with the sincerity of the Giver: cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
134 but on the contrary, the honour given to God takes all its value from the pure Piety of the Giver; but on the contrary, the honour given to God Takes all its valve from the pure Piety of the Giver; cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 vvz d po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
135 and therefore so long as our Conscience lyes under the Taint of such an irregularity as Division is, 'tis not all the honour of our Lips, that can make amends for the dishonour of our Hearts. and Therefore so long as our Conscience lies under the Taint of such an irregularity as Division is, it's not all the honour of our Lips, that can make amends for the dishonour of our Hearts. cc av av av-j c-acp po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt vvb pp-f d dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz, pn31|vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
136 No man doubts but that the Glory of God is concern'd in the credit of his Religion; No man doubts but that the Glory of God is concerned in the credit of his Religion; dx n1 n2 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
137 and yet how highly is Religion discredited by the Divisions of those that profess it? For since God has given Religion designedly as a Cure for all differences amongst men, and yet how highly is Religion discredited by the Divisions of those that profess it? For since God has given Religion designedly as a Cure for all differences among men, cc av c-crq av-j vbz n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pn31? p-acp c-acp np1 vhz vvn n1 av-j p-acp dt vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
138 and to reduce them to a concent of Minds and Hearts; and to reduce them to a concent of Minds and Hearts; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
139 if it shall happen any where that Religion be observed not to compass this end, who can hinder but that the Religion it self shall fall under the blame of it? witness those Calumnies and Reproaches that the Reformed Religion is at this day loaded with by its Adversaries; who for this very Reason; if it shall happen any where that Religion be observed not to compass this end, who can hinder but that the Religion it self shall fallen under the blame of it? witness those Calumnies and Reproaches that the Reformed Religion is At this day loaded with by its Adversaries; who for this very Reason; cs pn31 vmb vvi d c-crq cst n1 vbi vvn xx pc-acp vvi d n1, r-crq vmb vvi cc-acp cst dt n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? vvb d n2 cc n2 cst dt vvn n1 vbz p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n2; r-crq p-acp d j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
140 because there are such Divisions among us, seem to despise our Religion as false, as a Babel, Because there Are such Divisions among us, seem to despise our Religion as false, as a Babel, c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp pno12, vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1 c-acp j, c-acp dt np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
141 as a Beast with many heads and horns all pushing at one another. as a Beast with many Heads and horns all pushing At one Another. c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 d vvg p-acp crd j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
142 Now, tho' this Argument does in truth prove no farther than this — That the best Religion may be discredited by its Professors (and I am sure the Devil is alway most busie to bring it so about;) yet in the mean time, this very scandal, That our Religion is false, can never be wrested out of the mouths of those that seek to blaspheme it, till such time as the composing of our Differences shall take away that occasion that they have so unhappily given. Now, though this Argument does in truth prove no farther than this — That the best Religion may be discredited by its Professors (and I am sure the devil is always most busy to bring it so about;) yet in the mean time, this very scandal, That our Religion is false, can never be wrested out of the mouths of those that seek to Blaspheme it, till such time as the composing of our Differences shall take away that occasion that they have so unhappily given. av, cs d n1 vdz p-acp n1 vvi av-dx av-jc cs d — d dt js n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 (cc pns11 vbm j dt n1 vbz av av-ds j pc-acp vvi pn31 av a-acp;) av p-acp dt j n1, d j n1, cst po12 n1 vbz j, vmb av-x vbi vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp d n1 c-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 vmb vvi av d n1 cst pns32 vhb av av-j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
143 (2) If our Divisions have so ill an aspect towards the Glory of God, there is little hopes they should look better toward the Salvation of men: (2) If our Divisions have so ill an aspect towards the Glory of God, there is little hope's they should look better towards the Salvation of men: (crd) cs po12 n2 vhb av j-jn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz j n2 pns32 vmd vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
144 let us consider then in the next place with respect to that. let us Consider then in the next place with respect to that. vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
145 The Apostle tells us, Eph. 4. 15. That Christ is the Head, from whom the whole Body being fitly joyned and compacted together, receiveth supplies in every part, to the edifying of it self in Love. The Apostle tells us, Ephesians 4. 15. That christ is the Head, from whom the Whole Body being fitly joined and compacted together, receives supplies in every part, to the edifying of it self in Love. dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd cst np1 vbz dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt j-jn n1 vbg av-j vvn cc vvn av, vvz n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
146 And a man need not make use of more words than these, and that Idea that is in them, to demonstrate how necessary Charity is to Edification, And a man need not make use of more words than these, and that Idea that is in them, to demonstrate how necessary Charity is to Edification, cc dt n1 vvb xx vvi n1 pp-f dc n2 cs d, cc d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi c-crq j n1 vbz p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
147 and Union to all the good Influences of God. and union to all the good Influences of God. cc n1 p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
148 I know it is possible some may satisfie themselves that they maintain Charity notwithstanding they break Communion; I know it is possible Some may satisfy themselves that they maintain Charity notwithstanding they break Communion; pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j d vmb vvi px32 cst pns32 vvb n1 c-acp pns32 vvb n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
149 but we find by sad experience that this is next to impossible to be done: but we find by sad experience that this is next to impossible to be done: cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j n1 cst d vbz ord p-acp j pc-acp vbi vdn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
150 For when mens differences are about matters of Religion, Passion slides in under that fair pretext, For when men's differences Are about matters of Religion, Passion slides in under that fair pretext, c-acp c-crq ng2 n2 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1, n1 vvz p-acp p-acp d j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
151 and lays claim to Conscience it self; and it becomes a piece of Zeal to be Uncharitable. and lays claim to Conscience it self; and it becomes a piece of Zeal to be Uncharitable. cc vvz n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1; cc pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
152 Nay we may further observe that when the matter men differ about is very little, their Animosities are generally the highest; Nay we may further observe that when the matter men differ about is very little, their Animosities Are generally the highest; uh-x pns12 vmb av-jc vvi cst c-crq dt n1 n2 vvb a-acp vbz av j, po32 n2 vbr av-j dt js; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
153 and the smaller the distance, the wider the breach: and the smaller the distance, the wider the breach: cc dt jc dt n1, dt jc dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
154 Insomuch that most can live more friendly with an Infidel that differs in the object of Worship, Insomuch that most can live more friendly with an Infidel that differs in the Object of Worship, av cst ds vmb vvi av-dc j p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
155 than with another Christian that differs only in the Form. The reason whereof must be this, That when the Opinions of others are at a great distance from our own, we look upon them as a simple Perswasion; than with Another Christian that differs only in the Form The reason whereof must be this, That when the Opinions of Others Are At a great distance from our own, we look upon them as a simple Persuasion; cs p-acp j-jn np1 cst vvz av-j p-acp dt np1 dt n1 c-crq vmb vbi d, cst c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vbr p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 d, pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
156 but when they come near to ours we are apt to look upon them as a kind of Affront; but when they come near to ours we Are apt to look upon them as a kind of Affront; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb av-j p-acp png12 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
157 presuming — That where the distance is so little, it is not so much the Matter of the Controversie, presuming — That where the distance is so little, it is not so much the Matter of the Controversy, vvg — cst c-crq dt n1 vbz av j, pn31 vbz xx av av-d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
158 as the Malice of the Party that keeps up the Difference. as the Malice of the Party that keeps up the Difference. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz a-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
159 And this is a Prejudice that naturally inflames men to revenge, and breeds a Canker in Religion, that eats up the spirit of it. And this is a Prejudice that naturally inflames men to revenge, and breeds a Canker in Religion, that eats up the Spirit of it. cc d vbz dt n1 cst av-j vvz n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cst vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
160 But (without all this) supposing a man that breaks Communion, to maintain all other Charity as much as possible; But (without all this) supposing a man that breaks Communion, to maintain all other Charity as much as possible; p-acp (p-acp d d) vvg dt n1 cst vvz n1, pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp d c-acp j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
161 supposing him to bear malice to none, to censure none, to pray for, to wish well to all; supposing him to bear malice to none, to censure none, to pray for, to wish well to all; vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pix, pc-acp vvi pix, pc-acp vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi av p-acp d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
162 yet all this is short of the duty of Brotherly Love, i. e. That Love which one Christian owes to another: yet all this is short of the duty of Brotherly Love, i. e. That Love which one Christian owes to Another: av d d vbz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1, sy. sy. cst vvb r-crq pi np1 vvz p-acp j-jn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
163 for Brotherly Love is not to be exprest but by Communicating in Religious Offices, in breaking of Bread, and in Prayers, (as the Primitive Fellowship of Christians is exprest in the Holy Scripture) which offices have therefore in all Ages been look'd upon as the necessary Tests and Symbols of Christian Love. for Brotherly Love is not to be expressed but by Communicating in Religious Offices, in breaking of Bred, and in Prayers, (as the Primitive Fellowship of Christians is expressed in the Holy Scripture) which Offices have Therefore in all Ages been looked upon as the necessary Tests and Symbols of Christian Love. c-acp j n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg pp-f n1, cc p-acp n2, (c-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1) r-crq n2 vhb av p-acp d n2 vbn vvn p-acp p-acp dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f njp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
164 I need not insist on the multitude of other Evils that Division is the Mother of: I need not insist on the multitude of other Evils that Division is the Mother of: pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2-jn cst n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f: (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
165 What a Harvest it is to wily Seducers, what a Rock to Unstable minds, what a Snare to Itching Ears, what an opportunity to Men of either wanton, What a Harvest it is to wily Seducers, what a Rock to Unstable minds, what a Snare to Itching Ears, what an opportunity to Men of either wanton, r-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp j n2, r-crq dt n1 p-acp j-u n2, r-crq dt n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, r-crq dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
166 or peevish Fancies, to sow the Tares of Confusion; or peevish Fancies, to sow the Tares of Confusion; cc j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
167 what a provocation to God to suffer, that they who cannot agree with one another, should be devoured one of another. what a provocation to God to suffer, that they who cannot agree with one Another, should be devoured one of Another. r-crq dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 r-crq vmbx vvi p-acp crd j-jn, vmd vbi vvn crd pp-f n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
168 What need I say more of a thing that (we see) detracts from the Glory of God, What need I say more of a thing that (we see) detracts from the Glory of God, q-crq vvb pns11 vvb dc pp-f dt n1 cst (pns12 vvb) vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
169 and the honour of his Religion, that bars the influences of his Grace, and hinders Edification, that is an Immorality in it self, and the honour of his Religion, that bars the influences of his Grace, and hinders Edification, that is an Immorality in it self, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz n1, cst vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
170 and a certain temptation to many others; what need I say more of it to make our Consciences condemn it? and a certain temptation to many Others; what need I say more of it to make our Consciences condemn it? cc dt j n1 p-acp d n2-jn; r-crq n1 pns11 vvb dc pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vvb pn31? (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
171 In the mean time, I do not say that Communion is to be held upon any Terms whatsoever: In the mean time, I do not say that Communion is to be held upon any Terms whatsoever: p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 c-crq: (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
172 I do not believe every Separation to be sinful, no more than I believe every Union to be Sacred. I do not believe every Separation to be sinful, no more than I believe every union to be Sacred. pns11 vdb xx vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi j, av-dx dc cs pns11 vvb d n1 pc-acp vbi j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
173 Christ may be left by those that hold together. christ may be left by those that hold together. np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
174 In that prospect that the Holy Scriptures give us of the Kingdom of Antichrist, we do not learn that it should be a divided Kingdom; In that prospect that the Holy Scriptures give us of the Kingdom of Antichrist, we do not Learn that it should be a divided Kingdom; p-acp d n1 cst dt j n2 vvb pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vdb xx vvi cst pn31 vmd vbi dt j-vvn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
175 but, on the contrary, that it should be a mighty Confederacy, and extensive Union to the setting up of an Idolatrous worship. but, on the contrary, that it should be a mighty Confederacy, and extensive union to the setting up of an Idolatrous worship. cc-acp, p-acp dt n-jn, cst pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
176 In which case the Holy Spirit cryes, Come out of her my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins. In which case the Holy Spirit cries, Come out of her my people, that you be not partakers of her Sins. p-acp r-crq n1 dt j n1 vvz, vvb av pp-f pno31 po11 n1, cst pn22 vbb xx n2 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
177 Whensoever therefore the Terms of Communion come to be sinful, as they must be where Faith is innovated, Inventions obtruded, Corruptions past into a Law, Whensoever Therefore the Terms of Communion come to be sinful, as they must be where Faith is innovated, Inventions obtruded, Corruptions passed into a Law, q-crq av dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vbi j, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi c-crq n1 vbz vvn, n2 vvd, n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
178 and Communion charged with such obligations as are not deducible from the Rule of Christ, but bear a notorious inconsistence with it; and Communion charged with such obligations as Are not deducible from the Rule of christ, but bear a notorious inconsistence with it; cc n1 vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vvb dt j n1 p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
179 There it becomes a Duty to Divide; There it becomes a Duty to Divide; a-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
180 and they are the Separatists that force to Separate, not They who deplore the necessity of so doing. and they Are the Separatists that force to Separate, not They who deplore the necessity of so doing. cc pns32 vbr dt n2 cst vvb p-acp j, xx pns32 r-crq vvi dt n1 pp-f av vdg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
181 'Tis our own Case to stand separated from the Church of Rome; but we call Heaven to witness that it is not from any spirit of Division in us: It's our own Case to stand separated from the Church of Room; but we call Heaven to witness that it is not from any Spirit of Division in us: pn31|vbz po12 d n1 pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; p-acp pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12: (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
182 let but the Holy Scripture be the Rule, and primitive Antiquity the Judge, and we are ready to abide by the Award, let but the Holy Scripture be the Rule, and primitive Antiquity the Judge, and we Are ready to abide by the Award, vvb p-acp dt j n1 vbb dt n1, cc j n1 dt n1, cc pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
183 and unite in the issue of such a Determination. and unite in the issue of such a Determination. cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
184 And as they that will agree upon any other Terms, must resolve to sacrifice Religion to a League, And as they that will agree upon any other Terms, must resolve to sacrifice Religion to a League, cc c-acp pns32 cst vmb vvi p-acp d j-jn n2, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
185 whereas on the other side, They that will not agree upon such Terms as these, seem resolved to sacrifice Christianity to Faction. whereas on the other side, They that will not agree upon such Terms as these, seem resolved to sacrifice Christianity to Faction. cs p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns32 cst vmb xx vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp d, vvb vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
186 2. So I pass to my Second Proposition, which is this — That it is our Own Things, 2. So I pass to my Second Proposition, which is this — That it is our Own Things, crd av pns11 vvb p-acp po11 ord n1, r-crq vbz d — d pn31 vbz po12 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
187 and not the Things of Christ, which makes us divide. and not the Things of christ, which makes us divide. cc xx dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pno12 vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
188 It has always been, and always will be a pretence among Christians, so long as they divide, that Religion engages them to do so: It has always been, and always will be a pretence among Christians, so long as they divide, that Religion engages them to do so: pn31 vhz av vbn, cc av vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp np1, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb, cst n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vdi av: (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
189 But Religion all the while mourns under, and remonstrates against the slander. Religion implores men to be both more Charitable towards one another, and towards Her: But Religion all the while mourns under, and remonstrates against the slander. Religion implores men to be both more Charitable towards one Another, and towards Her: cc-acp n1 d dt n1 vvz p-acp, cc vvz p-acp dt n1. n1 vvz n2 pc-acp vbi av-d av-dc j p-acp crd j-jn, cc p-acp pno31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
190 For it is not only a sin to divide, but it is a greater sin to entitle Religion to the guilt of our Dividing. For it is not only a since to divide, but it is a greater since to entitle Religion to the guilt of our Dividing. c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
191 The Things of Christ and of Religion are These, as the Apostle tells us, Gal. 5. Love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: The Things of christ and of Religion Are These, as the Apostle tells us, Gal. 5. Love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f n1 vbr d, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd n1, n1, n1, j, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
192 Did ever these Graces engage men to divide? the Charge of Religion is this, Did ever these Graces engage men to divide? the Charge of Religion is this, vdd av d n2 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
193 as the same Apostle, If there be any Consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, as the same Apostle, If there be any Consolation in christ, if any Comfort of love, c-acp dt d n1, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp np1, cs d n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
194 if any fellowship of the spirit, if any bowels and mercies, fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord and of one mind. if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and Mercies, fulfil you my joy, that you be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord and of one mind. cs d n1 pp-f dt n1, cs d n2 cc n2, vvb pn22 po11 n1, cst pn22 vbb j, vhg dt d n1, vbg pp-f crd n1 cc pp-f crd n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
195 Did ever such a Pathetical Adjuration as This engage men to divide? If therefore the practice of men be found to run opposite to these fundamental Graces, Did ever such a Pathetical Adjuration as This engage men to divide? If Therefore the practice of men be found to run opposite to these fundamental Graces, vdd av d dt j n1 c-acp d vvb n2 pc-acp vvi? cs av dt n1 pp-f n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp d j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
196 and most Sacred Obligations of Christianity, 'tis no rashness to conclude, That they are moved by some other Springs than those of a well-weighed Religion. and most Sacred Obligations of Christianity, it's no rashness to conclude, That they Are moved by Some other Springs than those of a well-weighed Religion. cc av-ds j n2 pp-f np1, pn31|vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 cs d pp-f dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
197 Of those that separate from our Communion, some pretend Conscience, as if our Communion were unlawful; Of those that separate from our Communion, Some pretend Conscience, as if our Communion were unlawful; pp-f d cst vvb p-acp po12 n1, d vvb n1, c-acp cs po12 n1 vbdr j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
198 and some pretend Edification, as if our Communion tho' it were lawful yet it edified not. and Some pretend Edification, as if our Communion though it were lawful yet it edified not. cc d vvb n1, c-acp cs po12 n1 cs pn31 vbdr j av pn31 vvn xx. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
199 Let us now fairly examine these Two Pretences, and see whether they are bottom'd upon the Things of Christ or our Own. Let us now fairly examine these Two Pretences, and see whither they Are bottomed upon the Things of christ or our Own. vvb pno12 av av-j vvi d crd n2, cc vvb cs pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc po12 d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
200 1. As to them that plead Conscience for their separating from us, give me leave to premise, That it is not sufficient for any man's Repose to say that he is acted by his Conscience in what he does: 1. As to them that plead Conscience for their separating from us, give me leave to premise, That it is not sufficient for any Man's Repose to say that he is acted by his Conscience in what he does: crd p-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp pno12, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d ng1 vvb pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz: (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
201 For we ought to consider, that since Conscience is no other than our present Perswasion, our Conscience must needs lye at the mercy of every thing that has power to perswade us; For we ought to Consider, that since Conscience is no other than our present Persuasion, our Conscience must needs lie At the mercy of every thing that has power to persuade us; c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp n1 vbz dx n-jn cs po12 j n1, po12 n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
202 and hence it oftentimes comes to pass that while Conscience acts us, it self is acted by Passions and weaknesses, and hence it oftentimes comes to pass that while Conscience acts us, it self is acted by Passion and Weaknesses, cc av pn31 av vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 n1 vvz pno12, pn31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
203 and what then must become of the Regularity of what we do? I know every man detests the Charge of being sway'd in matters of Religion, either by Interest or Peevishness, and what then must become of the Regularity of what we do? I know every man detests the Charge of being swayed in matters of Religion, either by Interest or Peevishness, cc q-crq av vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vdb? pns11 vvb d n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
204 or Pride or Appetites or Aversions, or any thing that is either avowedly evil or shamefully weak; or Pride or Appetites or Aversions, or any thing that is either avowedly evil or shamefully weak; cc n1 cc n2 cc n2, cc d n1 cst vbz av-d av-j j-jn cc av-j j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
205 and therefore I shall not charge any man with being so swayed: and Therefore I shall not charge any man with being so swayed: cc av pns11 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp vbg av vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
206 But yet I shall observe for the Caution of us all, that all these things find a way to pass into our Consciences, But yet I shall observe for the Caution of us all, that all these things find a Way to pass into our Consciences, cc-acp av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12 d, cst d d n2 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
207 and there to act as securely as it were behind the Curtain; and there to act as securely as it were behind the Curtain; cc a-acp pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
208 even at that time when we should be ready to detest them in their own naked appearance. even At that time when we should be ready to detest them in their own naked appearance. av p-acp d n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
209 And for the truth of this I shall appeal to some undeniable experience. And for the truth of this I shall appeal to Some undeniable experience. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
210 We have known some, who out of wantonness of Wit, and affectation of singularity, have made a perfect new Model of Christian Religion; We have known Some, who out of wantonness of Wit, and affectation of singularity, have made a perfect new Model of Christian Religion; pns12 vhb vvn d, r-crq av pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vhb vvn dt j j n1 pp-f njp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
211 have made a God without Eternity, and a Saviour without Satisfaction, and a Hell without Torments; have made a God without Eternity, and a Saviour without Satisfaction, and a Hell without Torments; vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
212 have first admir'd this their Scheme, and then believ'd it; and so become Masters of a numerous Sect: have First admired this their Scheme, and then believed it; and so become Masters of a numerous Sect: vhb ord vvn d po32 n1, cc av vvd pn31; cc av vvb n2 pp-f dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
213 And thus Vanity has past into Conscience. And thus Vanity has passed into Conscience. cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
214 We have known others of a moroser Complexion, who falling as it were into dislike with that sweetness that Christianity obliges to, We have known Others of a moroser Complexion, who falling as it were into dislike with that sweetness that Christianity obliges to, pns12 vhb vvn n2-jn pp-f dt jc n1, r-crq vvg p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
215 and those Sacraments that are the Ties of Union, and that Gospel that so instantly presses it, have come to believe that the very Gospel-Institutions are but Type and shadow; and those Sacraments that Are the Ties of union, and that Gospel that so instantly presses it, have come to believe that the very Gospel-Institutions Are but Type and shadow; cc d n2 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc d n1 cst av av-jn vvz pn31, vhb vvn pc-acp vvi cst dt j n2 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
216 That every Man has a surer word of Prophecy within himself; And that God must be serv'd without all Positive Ordinances: That every Man has a Surer word of Prophecy within himself; And that God must be served without all Positive Ordinances: cst d n1 vhz dt jc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31; cc cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
217 And these have sprang into a numerous Sect: And thus Complexion has past into Conscience. And these have sprang into a numerous Sect: And thus Complexion has passed into Conscience. cc d vhb vvd p-acp dt j n1: cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
218 Others we know whose Covetousness has first inclined them to teach, and then the success of their Doctrine has inclined them to believe, that the Merits of Humane Piety may be transfer'd from Person to Person, Others we know whose Covetousness has First inclined them to teach, and then the success of their Doctrine has inclined them to believe, that the Merits of Humane Piety may be transferred from Person to Person, ng2-jn pns12 vvb r-crq n1 vhz ord vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc av dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
219 and that the fruits of Repentance may be purchased at a price: And thus Avarice has past into Conscience. and that the fruits of Repentance may be purchased At a price: And thus Avarice has passed into Conscience. cc cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
220 Others we know, who having let their Minds grow gross and carnal, and then finding themselves either too much aw'd, Others we know, who having let their Minds grow gross and carnal, and then finding themselves either too much awed, ng2-jn pns12 vvb, r-crq vhg vvn po32 n2 vvb j cc j, cc av vvg px32 av-d av av-d vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
221 or too much at a loss in their Devotions to a Pure and Invisible Being, have introduc'd sensible Objects of Worship, or too much At a loss in their Devotions to a Pure and Invisible Being, have introduced sensible Objects of Worship, cc av av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j cc j vbg, vhb vvd j n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
222 and humane Mediators, to whom they might address both with more boldness, and more carelesness: And thus Carnality has past into Conscience. and humane Mediators, to whom they might address both with more boldness, and more carelessness: And thus Carnality has passed into Conscience. cc j n2, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vmd vvi d p-acp dc n1, cc dc n1: cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
223 Others we know, who being of a temper more Zealous and fierce, have perswaded themselves that all is Sacred, that they do for the advancement of their own Opinions; Others we know, who being of a temper more Zealous and fierce, have persuaded themselves that all is Sacred, that they do for the advancement of their own Opinions; ng2-jn pns12 vvb, r-crq vbg pp-f dt n1 av-dc j cc j, vhb vvn px32 d d vbz j, cst pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
224 and so have allow'd and practis'd Persecutions, Murders, Outrages; and thought that in these they have done God good service: and so have allowed and practised Persecutions, Murders, Outrages; and Thought that in these they have done God good service: cc av vhb vvn cc vvn n2, n2, n2; cc vvd cst p-acp d pns32 vhb vdn np1 j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
225 And thus Cruelty has past into Conscience. And thus Cruelty has passed into Conscience. cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
226 We have known others, who being uneasie in their Worldly circumstances, and then reflecting on that mysterious intimation that Christ should sometime reign alone upon the Earth, have believ'd (as they were willing) that the time was now accomplish'd; We have known Others, who being uneasy in their Worldly Circumstances, and then reflecting on that mysterious intimation that christ should sometime Reign alone upon the Earth, have believed (as they were willing) that the time was now accomplished; pns12 vhb vvn n2-jn, r-crq vbg j p-acp po32 j n2, cc av vvg p-acp d j n1 cst np1 vmd av vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, vhb vvn (c-acp pns32 vbdr j) cst dt n1 vbds av vvd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
227 and thereupon have cry'd down all worldly Government as Antichristian, and hop'd to set up Christ and themselves together: and thereupon have cried down all worldly Government as Antichristian, and hoped to Set up christ and themselves together: cc av vhb vvd a-acp d j n1 p-acp jp, cc vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 cc px32 av: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
228 And thus Discontent has past into Conscience. And thus Discontent has passed into Conscience. cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
229 We know others, who being bred up under Masters, better skill'd in Affirming than Proving, have been taught to believe, That the most commendable Faith is that which swallows all things without examination, We know Others, who being bred up under Masters, better skilled in Affirming than Proving, have been taught to believe, That the most commendable Faith is that which Swallows all things without examination, pns12 vvb ng2-jn, r-crq vbg vvn a-acp p-acp n2, j j-vvn p-acp vvg cs vvg, vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi, cst dt av-ds j n1 vbz d r-crq vvz d n2 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
230 and the more Reason a man hears against himself, the more meritorious is his obstinacy: And thus Credulity has past into Conscience. and the more Reason a man hears against himself, the more meritorious is his obstinacy: And thus Credulity has passed into Conscience. cc dt av-dc n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp px31, dt av-dc j vbz po31 n1: cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
231 Others, who being fond of some Opinions, which they had no other foundation to build upon, have made them Canonical by their Dreams: Others, who being found of Some Opinions, which they had no other Foundation to built upon, have made them Canonical by their Dreams: n2-jn, r-crq vbg j pp-f d n2, r-crq pns32 vhd dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vhb vvn pno32 j p-acp po32 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
232 And thus Fondness has past into Conscience. And thus Fondness has passed into Conscience. cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
233 And have we not heard of others, who have been as it were devoted to an Aversion from their Youth? warn'd to avoid a particular Communion at the peril of their Souls? told that it was Antichristian, Popish, Socinian, Pelagian, And have we not herd of Others, who have been as it were devoted to an Aversion from their Youth? warned to avoid a particular Communion At the peril of their Souls? told that it was Antichristian, Popish, Socinian, Pelagian, cc vhb pns12 xx vvn pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vhb vbn c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1? vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2? vvd d pn31 vbds jp, j, np1, np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
234 and made to believe it monstrous, without ever understanding it? And thus Prejudice has past into Conscience. and made to believe it monstrous, without ever understanding it? And thus Prejudice has passed into Conscience. cc vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 j, p-acp av vvg pn31? cc av n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
235 If then both mens Appetites and Passions, Follies and Prejudices, Fondnesses and Aversions, Wishes and Dreams may pass into their Consciences, If then both men's Appetites and Passion, Follies and Prejudices, Fondnesses and Aversions, Wishes and Dreams may pass into their Consciences, cs av d ng2 n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
236 and prescribe and govern there, as we see by these undeniable experiences they may; and prescribe and govern there, as we see by these undeniable experiences they may; cc vvi cc vvi a-acp, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d j n2 pns32 vmb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
237 I need say no more to prove that even when Men separate under that venerable pretext of Conscience, they may yet separate for those things which Christ will never own to be his. I need say no more to prove that even when Men separate under that venerable pretext of Conscience, they may yet separate for those things which christ will never own to be his. pns11 vvb vvb av-dx dc pc-acp vvi cst av c-crq n2 vvb p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi png31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
238 — Let such therefore bring their Conscience to its proper Light: — Let such Therefore bring their Conscience to its proper Light: — vvb d av vvi po32 n1 p-acp po31 j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
239 For as it is necessary for all to be guided by their Conscience, so it is as necessary that Conscience it self be guided by the Word of God. For as it is necessary for all to be guided by their Conscience, so it is as necessary that Conscience it self be guided by the Word of God. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, av pn31 vbz a-acp j cst n1 pn31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
240 Now we readily acknowledge that the Scripture does in some cases authorize us to separate: Come out of her my people, says the Holy Spirit; Now we readily acknowledge that the Scripture does in Some cases authorise us to separate: Come out of her my people, Says the Holy Spirit; av pns12 av-j vvb cst dt n1 vdz p-acp d n2 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi: vvb av pp-f pno31 po11 n1, vvz dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
241 Rev. 18. 4. Come out from among them and be ye separate, says the same Spirit, 2 Cor. 6. 17. But let it be consider'd that in both those places the Cause alledged to justifie the Separation, is an Idolatrous Worship and nothing less: Rev. 18. 4. Come out from among them and be the separate, Says the same Spirit, 2 Cor. 6. 17. But let it be considered that in both those places the Cause alleged to justify the Separation, is an Idolatrous Worship and nothing less: n1 crd crd vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32 cc vbi dt j, vvz dt d n1, crd np1 crd crd cc-acp vvb pn31 vbi vvn cst p-acp d d n2 dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz dt j n1 cc pix av-dc: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
242 Let those that separate from us therefore instance, where is that defiling Pitch, where is that dangerous Contagion to be found in our Church? How hath our Church faln from the Faith, Let those that separate from us Therefore instance, where is that defiling Pitch, where is that dangerous Contagion to be found in our Church? How hath our Church fallen from the Faith, vvb d cst vvb p-acp pno12 av n1, q-crq vbz d vvg n1, q-crq vbz d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1? np1 vhz po12 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
243 how hath she corrupted the Doctrines of Christianity? Till they can do so, their Separation cannot appear to have any Authority from Scripture; how hath she corrupted the Doctrines of Christianity? Till they can do so, their Separation cannot appear to have any authority from Scripture; q-crq vhz pns31 vvn dt n2 pp-f np1? p-acp pns32 vmb vdi av, po32 n1 vmbx vvi pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
244 and therefore it must be a Separation of that kind which the Scripture every where condemns for a sin. and Therefore it must be a Separation of that kind which the Scripture every where condemns for a since. cc av pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dt n1 d q-crq vvz p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
245 But here comes in the Second Plea, with a mien of greater Sobriety; But Here comes in the Second Plea, with a mien of greater Sobriety; p-acp av vvz p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
246 I mean the Plea of those who cry — Your Communion is Lawful, but it edifies not, I mean the Plea of those who cry — Your Communion is Lawful, but it Edifies not, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d r-crq n1 — po22 n1 vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vvz xx, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
247 and therefore since we have the liberty of Separate Assemblies, Religious Prudence obliges us to go there, where we can edifie. and Therefore since we have the liberty of Separate Assemblies, Religious Prudence obliges us to go there, where we can edify. cc av c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f j n2, j n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
248 — My Friends, however we suppose all humane Laws for Unity of Worship are Dispensable at Pleasure; — My Friends, however we suppose all humane Laws for Unity of Worship Are Dispensable At Pleasure; — po11 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb d j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbr j p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
249 yet I hope it will never be an Opinion among us, that the Laws of God requiring the same Thing are so Dispensable. yet I hope it will never be an Opinion among us, that the Laws of God requiring the same Thing Are so Dispensable. av pns11 vvb pn31 vmb av-x vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg dt d n1 vbr av j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
250 I have urged our Union from the obligations of Scripture and Inferences of Moral Reason, I have urged our union from the obligations of Scripture and Inferences of Moral Reason, pns11 vhb vvn po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
251 and I hope these are things that would stand undissolved among us, tho' all human Laws were repealed — But let us come to examine the Plea it self. and I hope these Are things that would stand undissolved among us, though all human Laws were repealed — But let us come to examine the Plea it self. cc pns11 vvb d vbr n2 cst vmd vvi vvn p-acp pno12, cs d j n2 vbdr vvn — cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pn31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
252 Men cry they edifie not in our Communion: Men cry they edify not in our Communion: n2 vvb pns32 vvi xx p-acp po12 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
253 but how comes this to be possible? Is it possible that a People, particularly in this City, should not be able to edifie under their establisht Clergy, whose Pious Labours all the World both applaud and profit by? Was there ever any Church in the World that has furnisht the Piety of its Congregations with so many excellent Treatises both of Practical and Devotional and Controversial Divinity as this hath done? and yet is it possible that men should not be able to edifie under such a Ministry as this? I must confess it is possible, but how comes this to be possible? Is it possible that a People, particularly in this city, should not be able to edify under their established Clergy, whose Pious Labours all the World both applaud and profit by? Was there ever any Church in the World that has furnished the Piety of its Congregations with so many excellent Treatises both of Practical and Devotional and Controversial Divinity as this hath done? and yet is it possible that men should not be able to edify under such a Ministry as this? I must confess it is possible, cc-acp q-crq vvz d pc-acp vbi j? vbz pn31 j cst dt n1, av-j p-acp d n1, vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 vvn n1, rg-crq j n2 d dt n1 av-d vvi cc vvi p-acp? vbds a-acp av d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp av d j n2 d pp-f j cc j cc j n1 c-acp d vhz vdn? cc av vbz pn31 j cst n2 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d? pns11 vmb vvi pn31 vbz j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
254 but the reason of the possibility is Scandalous; For it is Prejudice that hinders our Edification; but the reason of the possibility is Scandalous; For it is Prejudice that hinders our Edification; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j; c-acp pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
255 Prejudice that would hinder a man from improving under the labours of an Angel. None deny but that our Saviour was a most Edifying Preacher; Prejudice that would hinder a man from improving under the labours of an Angel. None deny but that our Saviour was a most Edifying Preacher; n1 cst vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. np1 vvb p-acp d po12 n1 vbds dt av-ds j-vvg n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
256 and yet it is as evident that a great many of those that heard him were never the better for all that he said. and yet it is as evident that a great many of those that herd him were never the better for all that he said. cc av pn31 vbz a-acp j cst dt j d pp-f d cst vvd pno31 vbdr av dt jc p-acp d cst pns31 vvd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
257 They were such who for their particular reasons spread about ill Characters of him; and entertained a mean opinion of him; They were such who for their particular Reasons spread about ill Characters of him; and entertained a mean opinion of him; pns32 vbdr d r-crq p-acp po32 j n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f pno31; cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
258 and with this Prejudice they hardned themselves against all the influence of his Preaching. Prejudice is a thing whereby Christ has always suffer'd; and with this Prejudice they hardened themselves against all the influence of his Preaching. Prejudice is a thing whereby christ has always suffered; cc p-acp d n1 pns32 j-vvn px32 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg. n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vhz av vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
259 and doubtless he does so now in a high measure among us. — Could but the wooings of God once prevail upon us to lay this aside; and doubtless he does so now in a high measure among us. — Could but the wooings of God once prevail upon us to lay this aside; cc av-j pns31 vdz av av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno12. — vmd p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 a-acp vvi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
260 could we but once come to the Congregation prepar'd with Meekness and Patience and Love; then every word would sound both more Instructive to us and more moving: could we but once come to the Congregation prepared with Meekness and Patience and Love; then every word would found both more Instructive to us and more moving: vmd pns12 p-acp a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1; av d n1 vmd vvi d av-dc j p-acp pno12 cc av-dc vvg: (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
261 Then besides all other possible improvements, we should be sure to reap this ( viz. ) the mortifying of an uncharitable Appetite, which at present is the occasion both of publick Scandal and Calamity; Then beside all other possible improvements, we should be sure to reap this (viz.) the mortifying of an uncharitable Appetite, which At present is the occasion both of public Scandal and Calamity; av p-acp d j-jn j n2, pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d (n1) dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f j n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
262 and I am sure this would be a better measure of Edification, then it is possible for us to arrive at in any separate Assembly. and I am sure this would be a better measure of Edification, then it is possible for us to arrive At in any separate Assembly. cc pns11 vbm j d vmd vbi dt jc n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
263 But I am aware, that the greatest Prejudice is still behind; 'tis that which lies against our Publick Prayers. But I am aware, that the greatest Prejudice is still behind; it's that which lies against our Public Prayers. cc-acp pns11 vbm j, cst dt js n1 vbz av a-acp; pn31|vbz d r-crq vvz p-acp po12 j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
264 For it cannot pass the observation of any man, nor the grieving of any good man, to see how when a Congregation is met to worship God, For it cannot pass the observation of any man, nor the grieving of any good man, to see how when a Congregation is met to worship God, p-acp pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, ccx dt vvg pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
265 and are joyned in an Order of Prayers so agreeable to his Worship, there shall be some notwithstanding, who seem studiously concern'd to shew a disrespect to the service: and Are joined in an Order of Prayers so agreeable to his Worship, there shall be Some notwithstanding, who seem studiously concerned to show a disrespect to the service: cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d a-acp, r-crq vvb av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
266 Which is a behaviour so offensive, that tho' it may consist with an unthinking zeal; Which is a behaviour so offensive, that though it may consist with an unthinking zeal; r-crq vbz dt n1 av j, cst cs pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
267 yet 'tis impossible that it can sit easie upon the Conscience of any man, that shall once come to be reflexive as well as Religious. yet it's impossible that it can fit easy upon the Conscience of any man, that shall once come to be reflexive as well as Religious. av pn31|vbz j cst pn31 vmb vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst vmb a-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j c-acp av c-acp j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
268 Let us enter a little into the Merits of the Cause. Let us enter a little into the Merits of the Cause. vvb pno12 vvi dt j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
269 What man can say, but that in the whole course of our Prayers, the Conceptions are both awful and pious, What man can say, but that in the Whole course of our Prayers, the Conceptions Are both awful and pious, q-crq n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n2 vbr d j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
270 and the expressions both proper and affectionate? What man can say but that the Praises there are suitable to the Majesty of God, and the expressions both proper and affectionate? What man can say but that the Praises there Are suitable to the Majesty of God, cc dt n2 d j cc j? q-crq n1 vmb vvi cc-acp cst dt n2 a-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
271 and the Confessions proper for the humiliation of Sinners, and the Intercessions expressive of all the duties of Charity, and the Confessions proper for the humiliation of Sinners, and the Intercessions expressive of all the duties of Charity, cc dt n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n2 j pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
272 and the Supplications extended to all the ordinary exigencies of Mankind? I know no sober man can say to the contrary. and the Supplications extended to all the ordinary exigencies of Mankind? I know no Sobrium man can say to the contrary. cc dt n2 vvn p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
273 But then here lies the offence, they are common and known beforehand, and prescrib'd, and always the same; and this is nauseating; But then Here lies the offence, they Are Common and known beforehand, and prescribed, and always the same; and this is nauseating; p-acp av av vvz dt n1, pns32 vbr j cc vvn av, cc vvn, cc av dt d; cc d vbz vvg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
274 and this causes that they do not edifie. and this Causes that they do not edify. cc d n2 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
275 I confess I cannot think of any Argument to keep this Plea in countenance, but one, I confess I cannot think of any Argument to keep this Plea in countenance, but one, pns11 vvb pns11 vmbx vvi pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
276 and that is this, ( viz. ) That it is ordinarily in the power of sudden and arbitrary Prayer to beget attention more than that which we were acquainted with before: and that is this, (viz.) That it is ordinarily in the power of sudden and arbitrary Prayer to beget attention more than that which we were acquainted with before: cc d vbz d, (n1) cst pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av-dc cs d r-crq pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp a-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
277 But let me likewise observe that Piety has no share in the producing that Attention: But let me likewise observe that Piety has no share in the producing that Attention: cc-acp vvb pno11 av vvi d n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp dt vvg d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
278 for attention to any thing that is New to us, is the necessary product of simple Curiosity: for attention to any thing that is New to us, is the necessary product of simple Curiosity: p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz j p-acp pno12, vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
279 And this is the Reason that chains our Ears to an extemporary Speaker; And this is the Reason that chains our Ears to an extemporary Speaker; cc d vbz dt n1 cst n2 po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
280 our Imaginations are held busie in apprehending his Matter, in weighing his Words, in estimating his Talent, our Imaginations Are held busy in apprehending his Matter, in weighing his Words, in estimating his Talon, po12 n2 vbr vvn j p-acp vvg po31 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n2, p-acp vvg po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
281 and in watching after somewhat that may possibly be peculiar and surprizing: and in watching After somewhat that may possibly be peculiar and surprising: cc p-acp vvg a-acp av d vmb av-j vbi j cc j-vvg: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
282 Whereas when this is done, and the Prayer ended, our very dislike of having the same Form again, is a plain proof that our Curiosity affects us more than our Devotion: Whereas when this is done, and the Prayer ended, our very dislike of having the same From again, is a plain proof that our Curiosity affects us more than our Devotion: cs c-crq d vbz vdn, cc dt n1 vvn, po12 j n1 pp-f vhg dt d n1 av, vbz dt j n1 cst po12 n1 vvz pno12 dc cs po12 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
283 For if the Form we have heard were in it self good and properly expressive of all our concerns with God, a sincere Piety would never nauseate the eternal repetition of it. For if the From we have herd were in it self good and properly expressive of all our concerns with God, a sincere Piety would never nauseate the Eternal repetition of it. c-acp cs dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn vbdr p-acp pn31 n1 j cc av-j j pp-f d po12 vvz p-acp np1, dt j n1 vmd av-x vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
284 Methinks it were but just that, when men come to worship God, they should rather consider what pleases God, than what pleases themselves: Methinks it were but just that, when men come to worship God, they should rather Consider what Pleases God, than what Pleases themselves: vvz pn31 vbdr p-acp j cst, c-crq n2 vvb p-acp n1 np1, pns32 vmd av-c vvb r-crq vvz np1, cs r-crq vvz px32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
285 Now can any one say that God is not pleased with a set Form of Prayer? How comes it then to pass that whereas the Holy Scripture makes mention twice of the Devotion used by the Church Triumphant in Heaven, we are taught in both places that it consists in a set Form, (Consult Isa. 6. together with Rev. 4. and you shall find it so.) Now I hope none dare charge those Blessed Spirits (as they may when they please the Ministers of our Church) that they use a set Form either because of Poverty of Invention or Laziness of affection: Now can any one say that God is not pleased with a Set From of Prayer? How comes it then to pass that whereas the Holy Scripture makes mention twice of the Devotion used by the Church Triumphant in Heaven, we Are taught in both places that it consists in a Set From, (Consult Isaiah 6. together with Rev. 4. and you shall find it so.) Now I hope none Dare charge those Blessed Spirits (as they may when they please the Ministers of our Church) that they use a Set From either Because of Poverty of Invention or Laziness of affection: av vmb d crd vvi cst np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vvz pn31 av pc-acp vvi cst cs dt j n1 vvz n1 av pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 j p-acp n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n2 cst pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (vvb np1 crd av p-acp n1 crd cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av.) av pns11 vvb pix vvi vvb d j-vvn n2 (c-acp pns32 vmb c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f po12 n1) cst pns32 vvb dt j-vvn n1 av-d c-acp pp-f n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
286 No, They use it in Testimony that what is always good and proper, ought always to please; No, They use it in Testimony that what is always good and proper, ought always to please; uh-dx, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1 cst r-crq vbz av j cc j, vmd av pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
287 and that it is only the untutor'd infirmities of our own Imaginations that makes us hunt after Change. But beside this; and that it is only the untutored infirmities of our own Imaginations that makes us hunt After Change. But beside this; cc cst pn31 vbz av-j dt j n2 pp-f po12 d n2 cst vvz pno12 vvi p-acp n1. p-acp a-acp d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
288 we know well enough that the power and energy of Prayer cannot consist in any variety of words, we know well enough that the power and energy of Prayer cannot consist in any variety of words, pns12 vvb av av-d cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
289 but only in suiting our affections to the words that we use: but only in suiting our affections to the words that we use: cc-acp av-j p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvb: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
290 Now when we know before-hand the words that are to be used, or may have them before our eyes; Now when we know beforehand the words that Are to be used, or may have them before our eyes; av c-crq pns12 vvb av dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vmb vhi pno32 p-acp po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
291 our Soul is at perfect leisure to fuit and raise and change her Affections, according to the importance of every Word: our Soul is At perfect leisure to fuit and raise and change her Affections, according to the importance of every Word: po12 n1 vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp fw-la cc vvi cc vvi po31 n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
292 Whereas while the Soul is held in suspence about the meaning of a Sentence, till such time as it be finished (as it must necessarily happen in extemporary Prayer) she is in a great measure depriv'd of this advantageous leisure; Whereas while the Soul is held in suspense about the meaning of a Sentence, till such time as it be finished (as it must necessarily happen in extemporary Prayer) she is in a great measure deprived of this advantageous leisure; cs cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d n1 c-acp pn31 vbb vvn (c-acp pn31 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j n1) pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvn pp-f d j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
293 and tho' the Imagination be still kept busie, yet the affections can never follow, but by starts and with disorder. and though the Imagination be still kept busy, yet the affections can never follow, but by starts and with disorder. cc cs dt n1 vbb av vvn j, av dt n2 vmb av-x vvi, cc-acp p-acp n2 cc p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
294 And yet more than this — Whereas it is apparent, that Curiosity does beget attention in Prayer, And yet more than this — Whereas it is apparent, that Curiosity does beget attention in Prayer, cc av av-dc cs d — cs pn31 vbz j, cst n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
295 as well as Piety, and yet the latter only can be acceptable to God; as well as Piety, and yet the latter only can be acceptable to God; c-acp av c-acp n1, cc av dt d av-j vmb vbi j p-acp np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
296 a Man cannot have the advantage, but only from a set Form, to discern whether his attention be truly pious or no; a Man cannot have the advantage, but only from a Set From, to discern whither his attention be truly pious or no; dt n1 vmbx vhi dt n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi cs po31 n1 vbi av-j j cc uh-dx; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
297 because he can then onely judge how far Piety does move him, when it moves him alone, and Curiosity is disingag'd. Because he can then only judge how Far Piety does move him, when it moves him alone, and Curiosity is disengaged. c-acp pns31 vmb av av-j vvi c-crq av-j n1 vdz vvi pno31, c-crq pn31 vvz pno31 av-j, cc n1 vbz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
298 If therefore it be our Prejudice that hinders our Edification, as it certainly appears it does in this instance of Publick Prayer; If Therefore it be our Prejudice that hinders our Edification, as it Certainly appears it does in this instance of Public Prayer; cs av pn31 vbi po12 n1 cst vvz po12 n1, c-acp pn31 av-j vvz pn31 vdz p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
299 which an humble preparation of heart may make a better use of to all the ends of Piety, which an humble preparation of heart may make a better use of to all the ends of Piety, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt jc n1 pp-f p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
300 than it possibly can of any extemporary Form; I hope we cannot say our Prejudice is a thing of Christ's; than it possibly can of any extemporary From; I hope we cannot say our Prejudice is a thing of Christ's; cs pn31 av-j vmb pp-f d j n1; pns11 vvb pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
301 and therefore it is our Own things, that in this instance likewise occasions us to divide. and Therefore it is our Own things, that in this instance likewise occasions us to divide. cc av pn31 vbz po12 d n2, cst p-acp d n1 av n2 pno12 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
302 And now You our Brethren who have faln out with us by the way, Consider (I beseech you) how we shall answer it at our Journeys end. And now You our Brothers who have fallen out with us by the Way, Consider (I beseech you) how we shall answer it At our Journeys end. cc av pn22 po12 n2 r-crq vhb vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, vvb (pns11 vvb pn22) c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2 vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
303 Our Quarrel is, that we will not walk by the same Rule; and yet we are commanded to walk by the same Rule. Our Quarrel is, that we will not walk by the same Rule; and yet we Are commanded to walk by the same Rule. np1 vvb vbz, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt d n1; cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
304 Our Defence is, that we imagine another Rule to be better; Our Defence is, that we imagine Another Rule to be better; po12 n1 vbz, cst pns12 vvb j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi jc; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
305 but still what we contend for is onely an Imagination, and what we contemn is a Command: but still what we contend for is only an Imagination, and what we contemn is a Command: cc-acp av r-crq pns12 vvb c-acp vbz av-j dt n1, cc r-crq pns12 vvb vbz dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
306 Nay, were we certain that the Rule we propose is better; yet we are as certain, that Love is better than that. Nay, were we certain that the Rule we propose is better; yet we Are as certain, that Love is better than that. uh-x, vbdr pns12 j cst dt n1 pns12 vvb vbz jc; av pns12 vbr a-acp j, cst n1 vbz jc cs d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
307 How triumphantly has it sounded of late from one side of the Nation to the other, That God is the only Sovereign of Conscience? Alas, that he were so! But he is not: How triumphantly has it sounded of late from one side of the nation to the other, That God is the only Sovereign of Conscience? Alas, that he were so! But he is not: c-crq av-j vhz pn31 vvn pp-f av-j p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cst np1 vbz dt j n-jn pp-f n1? np1, cst pns31 vbdr av! p-acp pns31 vbz xx: (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
308 Were God once the Sovereign of our Consciences in Deed, as we all acknowledge he is in Right; Farewel Separation: Were God once the Sovereign of our Consciences in Deed, as we all acknowledge he is in Right; Farewell Separation: np1 np1 a-acp dt n-jn pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 d vvb pns31 vbz p-acp n-jn; n1 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
309 Our Mind and Way would then be but one; Our Mind and Way would then be but one; po12 n1 cc n1 vmd av vbi p-acp pi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
310 as our God is but one, and he not the Author of Confusion, but of Peace. as our God is but one, and he not the Author of Confusion, but of Peace. c-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp crd, cc pns31 xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
311 Could we but once descend from our high pretences of Religion, to the Humility that onely makes men Religious; Could we but once descend from our high pretences of Religion, to the Humility that only makes men Religious; vmd pns12 p-acp a-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cst av-j vvz n2 j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
312 Could we but once prefer Christianity it self before the several Factions that bear its name, our Differences would sink of themselves; Could we but once prefer Christianity it self before the several Factions that bear its name, our Differences would sink of themselves; vmd pns12 p-acp a-acp vvi np1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n2 cst vvb po31 n1, po12 n2 vmd vvi pp-f px32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
313 and it would appear to us, that there is more Religion in not contending, than there is in the matters we contend about. and it would appear to us, that there is more Religion in not contending, than there is in the matters we contend about. cc pn31 vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cst pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp xx vvg, cs pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
314 And you our Brethren, the Pastors of those that separate, (for I am willing to cast away a few words in the air, And you our Brothers, the Pastors of those that separate, (for I am willing to cast away a few words in the air, cc pn22 po12 n2, dt ng1 pp-f d cst vvb, (c-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi av dt d n2 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
315 tho' there be none here concern'd to regard them.) I say you our Brethren, the Pastors of those that separate! though there be none Here concerned to regard them.) I say you our Brothers, the Pastors of those that separate! cs pc-acp vbb pix av vvn pc-acp vvi pno32.) pns11 vvb pn22 po12 n2, dt ng1 pp-f d cst vvb! (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
316 What shall we do to conciliate or oblige you? Would you have us come off from the establishment to meet you? but that is not in our power: What shall we do to conciliate or oblige you? Would you have us come off from the establishment to meet you? but that is not in our power: q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22? vmd pn22 vhi pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22? cc-acp d vbz xx p-acp po12 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
317 Do you think That Establishment so extremely blameable? But why will you always be Judges where you are Parties? we desire not to be so: Do you think That Establishment so extremely blameable? But why will you always be Judges where you Are Parties? we desire not to be so: vdb pn22 vvi cst n1 av av-jn j-u? p-acp q-crq vmb pn22 av vbi n2 c-crq pn22 vbr n2? pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vbi av: (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
318 Let all former Ages, and all the wise Men of the Indifferent World at this day be Judges betwixt us: Let all former Ages, and all the wise Men of the Indifferent World At this day be Judges betwixt us: vvb d j n2, cc d dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1 vbb n2 p-acp pno12: (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
319 In the mean time, why do you not youchsafe us your correspondence? Why do you not seek the fruits of Peace in the methods of Peace? Come and see whether we are those supercilious, those untractable, those selfish Men: In the mean time, why do you not youchsafe us your correspondence? Why do you not seek the fruits of Peace in the methods of Peace? Come and see whither we Are those supercilious, those untractable, those selfish Men: p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi pno12 po22 n1? q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? np1 cc vvi cs pns12 vbr d j, d j, d n1 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
320 See whether you should not be welcome to our Friendships, if they were thought worthy: See whether you should not be welcome to our Fortunes, if they were thought needful. See whither you should not be welcome to our Friendships, if they were Thought worthy: See whither you should not be welcome to our Fortune's, if they were Thought needful. vvb cs pn22 vmd xx vbi j-jn p-acp po12 n2, cs pns32 vbdr vvn j: vvb cs pn22 vmd xx vbi j-jn p-acp po12 n2, cs pns32 vbdr vvn j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
321 Cannot the Consolation of Christ, and the Comfort of Love, and the Fellowship of the Spirit, Cannot the Consolation of christ, and the Comfort of Love, and the Fellowship of the Spirit, vmbx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
322 and bowels and mercies avail any thing to cement us? Must our own particularities continue to divide us, and bowels and Mercies avail any thing to cement us? Must our own particularities continue to divide us, cc n2 cc n2 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno12? vmb po12 d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
323 though the things of Christ conjure us to unite? Will you have no regard to the Requests of our Church, though the things of christ conjure us to unite? Will you have no regard to the Requests of our Church, cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi? n1 pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
324 though all the Cords of Prudence, as well as Love, draw you on to her Communion? If it must be thus; though all the Cords of Prudence, as well as Love, draw you on to her Communion? If it must be thus; cs d dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp po31 n1? cs pn31 vmb vbi av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
325 In my poor Judgment, It is a most unreasonable enmity, that the Church of England labours under; In my poor Judgement, It is a most unreasonable enmity, that the Church of England labours under; p-acp po11 j n1, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 p-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
326 and I pray God it may be duly repented of, before it be brought to a severer Barr. and I pray God it may be duly repented of, before it be brought to a severer Barr. cc pns11 vvb np1 pn31 vmb vbi av-jn vvn pp-f, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt jc np1 (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
327 Finally, My Brethren, You, whom the Grace of God has setled in a just affection to our establish'd Church; Finally, My Brothers, You, whom the Grace of God has settled in a just affection to our established Church; av-j, po11 n2, pn22, ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 vvd n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
328 Reverence your Church above all other Churches; but Christ himself above every Church. Hold fast your Profession without wavering; reverence your Church above all other Churches; but christ himself above every Church. Hold fast your Profession without wavering; n1 po22 n1 p-acp d j-jn n2; cc-acp np1 px31 p-acp d n1. vvb av-j po22 n1 p-acp vvg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
329 For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and his Reward is with Him; For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and his Reward is with Him; p-acp av dt j n1, cc pns31 cst vmb vvi vmb vvi, cc po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
330 Pray for the peace of Ierusalem: Let your Moderation be known unto all men: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Pray for the peace of Ierusalem: Let your Moderation be known unto all men: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: vvb po22 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n2: vbb xx vvn pp-f n-jn, cc-acp vvb n-jn p-acp j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
331 And the God who hath loved us, and given us good hopes thro' his Grace, comfort your hearts, And the God who hath loved us, and given us good hope's through his Grace, Comfort your hearts, cc dt np1 r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cc vvn pno12 j n2 p-acp po31 n1, vvb po22 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
332 and stablish you in every good Word and Work. To whom be Glory, &c. FINIS. and establish you in every good Word and Work. To whom be Glory, etc. FINIS. cc vvb pn22 p-acp d j n1 cc n1. p-acp ro-crq vbb n1, av fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2

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