The civil magistrates coercive power in religious matters asserted, in a sermon [on Matt. vii. 12] preached at the assizes at Hertford, March the 7th, 1683/4 by Ralph Battel ...

Battell, Ralph, 1649-1713
Publisher: Printed by R E for Walter Kettilby in St Paul s Church yard and J Jones in Worcester
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1684
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A76116 ESTC ID: R209185 STC ID: B1148A
Subject Headings: Assize sermons; Bible. -- N.T. -- Matthew VII, 12; Church and state -- England; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Matth. VII. 12. Matthew VII. 12. np1 np1. crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that Men should do unto you, do ye even so to them: Therefore all things whatsoever you would that Men should do unto you, do you even so to them: av d n2 r-crq pn22 vmd d n2 vmd vdi p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 av av p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 For this is the Law and the Prophets. THE Words are a part of our Saviour's Sermon upon the Mount. For this is the Law and the prophets. THE Words Are a part of our Saviour's Sermon upon the Mount. c-acp d vbz dt n1 cc dt n2. dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 Their Dependance, or Connexion, Musculus refers to the first verse of the Chapter, judge not, that ye be not judged. Their Dependence, or Connexion, Musculus refers to the First verse of the Chapter, judge not, that you be not judged. po32 n1, cc n1, np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb xx, cst pn22 vbb xx vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 But St. Chrysostom applies it rather to the Promise made ver. 9. You shall receive from God what you ask, upon Condition, that you do unto others, what you would that they should do unto you. But Saint Chrysostom Applies it rather to the Promise made for. 9. You shall receive from God what you ask, upon Condition, that you do unto Others, what you would that they should do unto you. p-acp n1 np1 vvz pn31 av-c p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp. crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 r-crq pn22 vvb, p-acp n1, cst pn22 vdb p-acp n2-jn, r-crq pn22 vmd cst pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 But the Coherence is not so material to be known, as the Sense and Purport of the Rule is necessary to be understood, which therefore I will enquire into, and endeavour, First, To explain: And, Secondly, To apply. But the Coherence is not so material to be known, as the Sense and Purport of the Rule is necessary to be understood, which Therefore I will inquire into, and endeavour, First, To explain: And, Secondly, To apply. p-acp dt n1 vbz xx av j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, cc n1, ord, pc-acp vvi: cc, ord, pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 Now for the due Explication of this Rule, several things are to be considered. And, Now for the due Explication of this Rule, several things Are to be considered. And, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 First, We are to take notice, That this is no universal Rule for all our Actions, 'tis not so Comprehensive as to take in the whole Religion; First, We Are to take notice, That this is no universal Rule for all our Actions, it's not so Comprehensive as to take in the Whole Religion; ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1, cst d vbz dx j n1 p-acp d po12 n2, pn31|vbz xx av j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
8 or, as the Schoolmen call it, the totum jus naturale, but only the second Table of the Decalogue, that which contains our Duty towards our Neighbour. or, as the Schoolmen call it, the totum jus natural, but only the second Table of the Decalogue, that which contains our Duty towards our Neighbour. cc, c-acp dt n2 vvb pn31, dt fw-la fw-la j, p-acp j dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cst r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
9 This Appeal to our own Conscience is indeed a fitting and a full direction to us upon all Occasions, This Appeal to our own Conscience is indeed a fitting and a full direction to us upon all Occasions, d n1 p-acp po12 d n1 vbz av dt vvg cc dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
10 how we ought to deal by our Brethren: how we ought to deal by our Brothers: c-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
11 but it were too great a Presumption, (although but barely in thought) to set our selves in God's place, but it were too great a Presumption, (although but barely in Thought) to Set our selves in God's place, cc-acp pn31 vbdr av j dt n1, (cs cc-acp av-j p-acp n1) pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
12 or measure out our Obedience to him, from what we should expect from our Creatures, if we were able to Create them. or measure out our obedience to him, from what we should expect from our Creatures, if we were able to Create them. cc vvb av po12 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, cs pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
13 For we must not thus put our selves upon the level of a Comparison with Almighty God, For we must not thus put our selves upon the level of a Comparison with Almighty God, c-acp pns12 vmb xx av vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
14 or presume to say, what we would do, if we were like him; nor is it possible, that, if we did, our Judgment could come near the Truth, or presume to say, what we would do, if we were like him; nor is it possible, that, if we did, our Judgement could come near the Truth, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns12 vmd vdi, cs pns12 vbdr j pno31; ccx vbz pn31 j, cst, cs pns12 vdd, po12 n1 vmd vvi av-j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
15 unless our Wisdom were also equal unto his; unless our Wisdom were also equal unto his; cs po12 n1 vbdr av j-jn p-acp png31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
16 but as High as the Heaven is from the Earth, so far are his Thoughts above our Thoughts. but as High as the Heaven is from the Earth, so Far Are his Thoughts above our Thoughts. cc-acp c-acp j c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, av av-j vbr po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
17 There is an immense Gulf between finite and infinite Wisdom, and to him that thinks God altogether such a one as himself, the Psalmist answers, but I will reprove thee, There is an immense Gulf between finite and infinite Wisdom, and to him that thinks God altogether such a one as himself, the Psalmist answers, but I will reprove thee, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp j cc j n1, cc p-acp pno31 cst vvz np1 av d dt pi p-acp px31, dt n1 n2, p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
18 and set before thee the things which thou hast done. and Set before thee the things which thou hast done. cc vvn p-acp pno21 dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
19 Gods Revealed Will is the Truth which we ought to believe, and the Rule by which we are to walk, God's Revealed Will is the Truth which we ought to believe, and the Rule by which we Are to walk, n2 vvn n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
20 and altho' indeed there is no one jot or tittle of that contrary to right Reason, and although indeed there is no one jot or tittle of that contrary to right Reason, cc cs av a-acp vbz dx pi n1 cc n1 pp-f d n-jn p-acp n-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
21 yet some evilly luxuriant Wits, have framed false Descants upon it, and some sensual Minds have argued deceitfully and according to their own Lusts; yet Some evilly luxuriant Wits, have framed false Descants upon it, and Some sensual Minds have argued deceitfully and according to their own Lustiest; av d av-jn n1 n2, vhb vvn j n2 p-acp pn31, cc d j n2 vhb vvn av-j cc vvg p-acp po32 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
22 but of such Deceivers we must beware. but of such Deceivers we must beware. cc-acp pp-f d n2 pns12 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
23 We ought not to measure Gods Mercies by the standard of our own kindness, without a strict regard to his revealed Will; We ought not to measure God's mercies by the standard of our own kindness, without a strict regard to his revealed Will; pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
24 in so doing, we may be apt to speak per••ersly for God. And thus Origen, and others have done, who, out of an excess perhaps of good Nature, thought that God would one Day put a period to the Torments of Hell, in so doing, we may be apt to speak per••ersly for God. And thus Origen, and Others have done, who, out of an excess perhaps of good Nature, Thought that God would one Day put a Period to the Torments of Hell, p-acp av vdg, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1. cc av np1, cc n2-jn vhb vdn, r-crq, av pp-f dt n1 av pp-f j n1, vvd cst np1 vmd pi n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
25 altho' the Scripture does expresly tell us, they are Eternal. although the Scripture does expressly tell us, they Are Eternal. cs dt n1 vdz av-j vvi pno12, pns32 vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
26 But all that can be applied lawfully to God Almighty from this Rule, is only this; But all that can be applied lawfully to God Almighty from this Rule, is only this; p-acp d cst vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp np1 j-jn p-acp d n1, vbz av-j d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
27 That as we desire, and stand in need of his Mercies, so we should also shew the like Mercy, (as far as in us lyes) towards our Brethren. That as we desire, and stand in need of his mercies, so we should also show the like Mercy, (as Far as in us lies) towards our Brothers. cst c-acp pns12 vvb, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, av pns12 vmd av vvi dt j n1, (c-acp av-j c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz) p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
28 And thus doing we may justly hope in his Mercy, and in his revealed Promise, that he also will forgive us ours, And thus doing we may justly hope in his Mercy, and in his revealed Promise, that he also will forgive us ours, cc av vdg pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 vvn n1, cst pns31 av vmb vvi pno12 png12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
29 as we forgive men their Trespasses. as we forgive men their Trespasses. c-acp pns12 vvb n2 po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
30 Secondly, As this Rule is not universal in regard of the Law of God, so neither is it primary: Secondly, As this Rule is not universal in regard of the Law of God, so neither is it primary: ord, c-acp d n1 vbz xx j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av av-dx vbz pn31 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
31 'Tis a Copy, but not an Original; It's a Copy, but not an Original; pn31|vbz dt n1, cc-acp xx dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
32 for the Law of God, the second Table in the Decalogue, ought to be taken for the Ground of this; for the Law of God, the second Table in the Decalogue, ought to be taken for the Ground of this; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
33 and not this, for the foundation of that; and not this, for the Foundation of that; cc xx d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
34 this may serve well indeed to explain a Divine Precept, or to accommodate it the better to our understanding and practice, by bringing it nearer to our Heart and Affections, this may serve well indeed to explain a Divine Precept, or to accommodate it the better to our understanding and practice, by bringing it nearer to our Heart and Affections, d vmb vvi av av pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 dt av-jc p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg pn31 jc p-acp po12 n1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
35 but it must not Impugn (any) the least Commandment; but it must not Impugn (any) the least Commandment; cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi (d) dt av-ds n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
36 that which was only given as an e•••rcement of the Law, must by no means obstruct it; that which was only given as an e•••rcement of the Law, must by no means obstruct it; cst r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
37 all Sin therefore and Wickedness, of what kind soever it be, is at infinite distance from this Rule of Godliness: Procul hinc, procul ite, profani. all since Therefore and Wickedness, of what kind soever it be, is At infinite distance from this Rule of Godliness: Procul hinc, procul item, profani. d n1 av cc n1, pp-f r-crq n1 av pn31 vbb, vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1, fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
38 This is a Touch-stone, or rather a Whetstone for Vertue, but it blunts and breaks the Edge of Vice. This is a Touchstone, or rather a Whetstone for Virtue, but it blunts and breaks the Edge of Vice. d vbz dt n1, cc av-c dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
39 Otherwise, the Unclean and the Sensual might take their Pastime together, be Prophane and Dissolute, and corrupt one another by a confederacy of Sinning, a like proportion of Vicious inclination, Otherwise, the Unclean and the Sensual might take their Pastime together, be Profane and Dissolute, and corrupt one Another by a confederacy of Sinning, a like proportion of Vicious inclination, av, dt j-u cc dt j vmd vvi po32 n1 av, vbb j cc j, cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, dt j n1 pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
40 and all this while do by each other as they most Desire to be done by: and all this while do by each other as they most Desire to be done by: cc d d n1 vdb p-acp d n-jn c-acp pns32 av-ds vvb pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
41 But what communion hath Light with Darkness? do therefore unto others, only what you may Lawfully and Honestly desire to be done unto; But what communion hath Light with Darkness? do Therefore unto Others, only what you may Lawfully and Honestly desire to be done unto; cc-acp q-crq n1 vhz n1 p-acp n1? vdb av p-acp n2-jn, av-j r-crq pn22 vmb av-j cc av-j vvb pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
42 what is agreeable to the Law of God, and the Principles of right Reason, and the known Rules of Vertue, what is Pure, and Just, and Charitable; what is agreeable to the Law of God, and the Principles of right Reason, and the known Rules of Virtue, what is Pure, and Just, and Charitable; q-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j, cc j, cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
43 this is another Qualification of this Rule, without which it were not so much an Engagement to Goodness, this is Another Qualification of this Rule, without which it were not so much an Engagement to goodness, d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbdr xx av av-d dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
44 as a License to all impurity, whereever the Subjects were mutually disposed to one, above the other. as a License to all impurity, wherever the Subject's were mutually disposed to one, above the other. c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n2-jn vbdr av-j vvn p-acp crd, p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
45 But our Saviour's applying of this to the Law and the Prophets (of which only 'tis a compendious exposition) restrains it strictly to Vertue and Piety, to such things as the Law of God does warrant and allow, or require us to perform. But our Saviour's applying of this to the Law and the prophets (of which only it's a compendious exposition) restrains it strictly to Virtue and Piety, to such things as the Law of God does warrant and allow, or require us to perform. p-acp po12 ng1 vvg pp-f d p-acp dt n1 cc dt ng1 (pp-f r-crq av-j pn31|vbz dt j n1) vvz pn31 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi cc vvi, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
46 Thirdly, This Rule does not oblige us otherwise than with a respect to the different Stations and Conditions of Life, in which by Providence we are placed. Thirdly, This Rule does not oblige us otherwise than with a respect to the different Stations and Conditions of Life, in which by Providence we Are placed. ord, d n1 vdz xx vvi pno12 av cs p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
47 For the Soveraign is not to pay Tribute to the Subject, because he requires it from him; For the Sovereign is not to pay Tribute to the Subject, Because he requires it from him; p-acp dt n-jn vbz xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
48 nor the Master to wait upon his Servant, because his Servant tends upon him; nor the Master to wait upon his Servant, Because his Servant tends upon him; ccx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
49 for so Solomon's Evil would be dayly visible, Servants upon Horses, and Princes walking as Servants upon the Ground. for so Solomon's Evil would be daily visible, Servants upon Horses, and Princes walking as Servants upon the Ground. c-acp av npg1 j-jn vmd vbi av-j j, n2 p-acp n2, cc n2 vvg p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
50 But herein lies the Obligation, this Rule enjoyns the same things proportionably, as we would have any behave themselves; But herein lies the Obligation, this Rule enjoins the same things proportionably, as we would have any behave themselves; p-acp av vvz dt n1, d n1 vvz dt d n2 av-j, c-acp pns12 vmd vhi d vvi px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
51 as Servants ought to do, if Servants, so must we demean our selves as Masters, if we are Masters: as Servants ought to do, if Servants, so must we demean our selves as Masters, if we Are Masters: c-acp n2 vmd pc-acp vdi, cs n2, av vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, cs pns12 vbr n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
52 And as we would have any demean themselves as Masters, so must we behave our selves as Servants, if we are Servants. And as we would have any demean themselves as Masters, so must we behave our selves as Servants, if we Are Servants. cc c-acp pns12 vmd vhi d vvi px32 p-acp n2, av vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, cs pns12 vbr n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
53 Or else it enjoyns the same Works conditionally, namely, if we were in their circumstances, and they in ours. Or Else it enjoins the same Works conditionally, namely, if we were in their Circumstances, and they in ours. cc av pn31 vvz dt d vvz av-j, av, cs pns12 vbdr p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 p-acp png12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 6
54 Thus Princes must Protect their Subjects, and preserve all their just Rights and Priviledges, as they would desire to be protected and emancipated, if they were Subjects: Thus Princes must Pact their Subject's, and preserve all their just Rights and Privileges, as they would desire to be protected and emancipated, if they were Subject's: av n2 vmb vvi po32 n2-jn, cc vvi d po32 j n2-jn cc n2, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, cs pns32 vbdr n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
55 And Subjects must honour their Prince, and obey his Laws, and be content to support the expence and Grandure of the Government, And Subject's must honour their Prince, and obey his Laws, and be content to support the expense and Grandeur of the Government, cc n2-jn vmb vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po31 n2, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvi pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
56 as they would desire to be honour'd, obey'd, and supported, if they were Princes. as they would desire to be honoured, obeyed, and supported, if they were Princes. c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, vvd, cc vvn, cs pns32 vbdr n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
57 Parents and Children, Masters and Servants, Magistrates and Private men, the Governours and the Governed, all Relations and Conditions of Mèn must behave themselves in such manner one towards another, Parents and Children, Masters and Servants, Magistrates and Private men, the Governors and the Governed, all Relations and Conditions of Mèn must behave themselves in such manner one towards Another, ng1 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 cc j n2, dt n2 cc dt vvn, d n2 cc n2 pp-f fw-fr vmb vvi px32 p-acp d n1 crd p-acp n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
58 as if the Scene were changed, and the Condition of the one Party made that of the other alternately. as if the Scene were changed, and the Condition of the one Party made that of the other alternately. c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt crd n1 vvd d pp-f dt n-jn av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
59 Now in this consideration, more especially, lies the peculiar excellence of this Rule, if loving our Brethren be an Effect of the Love of God in our Hearts (as St. John tells us, it is) then how well does this Precept tend to build us up in this Love? when even the tender Principle of self-love is here made the stock upon which we ought to graft Charity to others. Now in this consideration, more especially, lies the peculiar excellence of this Rule, if loving our Brothers be an Effect of the Love of God in our Hearts (as Saint John tells us, it is) then how well does this Precept tend to built us up in this Love? when even the tender Principle of Self-love is Here made the stock upon which we ought to grafted Charity to Others. av p-acp d n1, av-dc av-j, vvz dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cs vvg po12 n2 vbb dt vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno12, pn31 vbz) av q-crq av vdz d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp d n1? q-crq av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
60 And sure we could not ordinarily nor easily trangress the Bounds of Justice, and Honesty, And sure we could not ordinarily nor Easily transgress the Bounds of justice, and Honesty, cc av-j pns12 vmd xx av-j ccx av-j vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
61 and Charity, if we would but thus look into our own Hearts and Consciences, and enquire, would we be content to be thus dealt with our selves, and Charity, if we would but thus look into our own Hearts and Consciences, and inquire, would we be content to be thus dealt with our selves, cc n1, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp av vvb p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2, cc vvi, vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
62 if we were under the like circumstances? If not, why are we thus Rigorous to those who are our Brethren, to those who are made of the same Flesh and Blood, descended from one and the same common Parent originally and (within the Pale of Christianity) united to one and the same Head, Christ Jesus, Mystically and Spiritually? if we were under the like Circumstances? If not, why Are we thus Rigorous to those who Are our Brothers, to those who Are made of the same Flesh and Blood, descended from one and the same Common Parent originally and (within the Pale of Christianity) united to one and the same Head, christ jesus, Mystically and Spiritually? cs pns12 vbdr p-acp dt j n2? cs xx, q-crq vbr pns12 av j p-acp d r-crq vbr po12 n2, p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn pp-f dt d n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp crd cc dt d j n1 av-j cc (p-acp dt j pp-f np1) vvn p-acp crd cc dt d n1, np1 np1, av-j cc av-j? (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 8
63 Fourthly, To this I must add farther, That this Rule is not to be understood particularly with regard to a mans private or single Humour or Temper, Fourthly, To this I must add farther, That this Rule is not to be understood particularly with regard to a men private or single Humour or Temper, ord, p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi av-jc, cst d n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 j cc j n1 cc vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
64 but generally with respect to the common desires of Mankind. Whatever ye would that men should do unto you, do ye the same unto them; but generally with respect to the Common Desires of Mankind. Whatever you would that men should do unto you, do you the same unto them; cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. r-crq pn22 vmd d n2 vmd vdi p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 dt d p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
65 that is, do as most Men do naturally and ordinarily desire to be done by: For instance; that is, do as most Men do naturally and ordinarily desire to be done by: For instance; cst vbz, vdb c-acp ds n2 vdb av-j cc av-j vvb pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp: p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
66 the Poor do for the most part desire Releif from the Rich, and 'tis natural and reasonable for them so to do; the Poor do for the most part desire Relief from the Rich, and it's natural and reasonable for them so to do; dt j vdb p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt j, cc pn31|vbz j cc j p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vdi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
67 therefore no Rich Man can with reason be excused from contributing towards the Poor mans needs, Therefore no Rich Man can with reason be excused from contributing towards the Poor men needs, av dx j n1 vmb p-acp n1 vbb vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt j ng1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
68 altho' perhaps he is of so stately a Temper, that he would scorn to ask relief from another Man, although perhaps he is of so stately a Temper, that he would scorn to ask relief from Another Man, cs av pns31 vbz pp-f av j dt vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
69 if he were in great necessity. if he were in great necessity. cs pns31 vbdr p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
70 But 'tis not in these Cases the private Sentiments of a particular man, or the Vote of a few, that is to be observed, But it's not in these Cases the private Sentiments of a particular man, or the Vote of a few, that is to be observed, p-acp pn31|vbz xx p-acp d n2 dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt d, cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
71 but the general Instinct of Nature; but the general Instinct of Nature; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
72 what is most commonly seen, or what may most rationally be supposed, might be desired by other men, what is most commonly seen, or what may most rationally be supposed, might be desired by other men, q-crq vbz av-ds av-j vvn, cc q-crq vmb av-ds av-j vbi vvn, vmd vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
73 if they were in Low Condition, and we in High, even so must we deal by them. if they were in Low Condition, and we in High, even so must we deal by them. cs pns32 vbdr p-acp j n1, cc pns12 p-acp j, av av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
74 Fifthly, There is but one Particular more, to which it remains that I should speak in the Explication of this Rule, which will lead me to the Application of it, indeed the thing I chiefly designed in this Discourse: Fifthly, There is but one Particular more, to which it remains that I should speak in the Explication of this Rule, which will led me to the Application of it, indeed the thing I chiefly designed in this Discourse: ord, pc-acp vbz cc-acp pi j-jn av-dc, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av dt n1 pns11 av-jn vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
75 The last particular is, that, as this Rule is always to be understood according to the Judgment of Christian Discretion, The last particular is, that, as this Rule is always to be understood according to the Judgement of Christian Discretion, dt ord j vbz, cst, c-acp d n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
76 so that Judgment does belong rather to the Superior, than the Inferior; so that Judgement does belong rather to the Superior, than the Inferior; av d n1 vdz vvi av p-acp dt j-jn, cs dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
77 to the Parent who is of due Age, and ripe Reason, rather than to the Child in his minority; to the Parent who is of due Age, and ripe Reason, rather than to the Child in his minority; p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f j-jn n1, cc j n1, av-c cs p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
78 to the supream Government of any Nation, rather than to the Common People. to the supreme Government of any nation, rather than to the Common People. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, av-c cs p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
79 Here is therefore no room for any Private man to censure the Laws of the State, Here is Therefore no room for any Private man to censure the Laws of the State, av vbz av dx n1 p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
80 because he does not think them suited so well to his own Condition, as they might have been. Because he does not think them suited so well to his own Condition, as they might have been. c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 vvn av av p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp pns32 vmd vhi vbn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
81 For it is true indeed, that Governours neither can, nor ought to have an Eye to the conveniences of particular men (distinctly speaking) or perhaps of a few Societies; For it is true indeed, that Governors neither can, nor ought to have an Eye to the conveniences of particular men (distinctly speaking) or perhaps of a few Societies; p-acp pn31 vbz j av, cst n2 d vmb, ccx vmd pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 (av-j vvg) cc av pp-f dt d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
82 but they must consult the Publick good. but they must consult the Public good. cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt j j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
83 And doubtless there has never been any Government upon Earth, where some men have not thought themselves aggrieved, And doubtless there has never been any Government upon Earth, where Some men have not Thought themselves aggrieved, cc av-j a-acp vhz av-x vbn d n1 p-acp n1, c-crq d n2 vhb xx vvn px32 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
84 or perhaps have not really been so by some Laws. or perhaps have not really been so by Some Laws. cc av vhb xx av-j vbn av p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
85 But what then? must they presently reflect upon their Law-makers for dealing uncharitably by them, But what then? must they presently reflect upon their Lawmakers for dealing uncharitably by them, p-acp r-crq av? vmb pns32 av-j vvb p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
86 and transgressing this Rule of my Text? Surely no; and transgressing this Rule of my Text? Surely no; cc vvg d n1 pp-f po11 n1? av-j dx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
87 for then farewel all Government, since there can be none free from the Exceptions of some: for then farewell all Government, since there can be none free from the Exceptions of Some: c-acp cs n1 d n1, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi pix j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
88 But such as these ought to consider rather the many Priviledges they enjoy from Government in General, But such as these ought to Consider rather the many Privileges they enjoy from Government in General, cc-acp d c-acp d pi pc-acp vvi av-c dt d n2 pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
89 and that should make them willing to submit to some Inconveniences, for the sake of greater Advantages; and that should make them willing to submit to Some Inconveniences, for the sake of greater Advantages; cc cst vmd vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
90 and such as will not quietly obey the Laws, where they conduce to the good of the Nation, have as little reason to reap any Benefit from them, where they tend to their own Particular good. and such as will not quietly obey the Laws, where they conduce to the good of the nation, have as little reason to reap any Benefit from them, where they tend to their own Particular good. cc d c-acp vmb xx av-jn vvi dt n2, c-crq pns32 vvi p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vhb p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d j-jn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
91 If a Factious and Schismatical Malecontent, (for usually they go together) shall repine, that the Crown or Church Lands are taken from him by the Law, If a Factious and Schismatical Malcontent, (for usually they go together) shall repine, that the Crown or Church Lands Are taken from him by the Law, cs dt j cc j n-jn, (c-acp av-j pns32 vvb av) vmb vvi, cst dt n1 cc n1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
92 and still be restless, and ever watching an opportunity to unhinge all again: and still be restless, and ever watching an opportunity to unhinge all again: cc av vbi j, cc av vvg dt n1 p-acp vvg d av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
93 has he not much more reason to thank the Mercy of one of the most Gracious Princes that ever lived, that he still enjoys his Life, has he not much more reason to thank the Mercy of one of the most Gracious Princes that ever lived, that he still enjoys his Life, vhz pns31 xx av-d dc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cst av vvd, cst pns31 av vvz po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
94 and Liberty, and all his Lawful Acquisitions, (and might I not say too, many of his unlawful ones also,) and ought not his Gratitude for these make him live Peaceably under that Government that defends him, and Liberty, and all his Lawful Acquisitions, (and might I not say too, many of his unlawful ones also,) and ought not his Gratitude for these make him live Peaceably under that Government that defends him, cc n1, cc d po31 j n2, (cc vmd pns11 xx vvi av, d pp-f po31 j pi2 av,) cc vmd xx po31 n1 p-acp d vvb pno31 vvi av-j p-acp d n1 cst vvz pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
95 how little soever he deserves it; he may do well to consider, that Lawful powers have been more Merciful to him, how little soever he deserves it; he may do well to Consider, that Lawful Powers have been more Merciful to him, c-crq j av pns31 vvz pn31; pns31 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi, cst j n2 vhb vbn av-dc j p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
96 than ever his Unlawful ones were to him; they have not done by him, as they were done by themselves; than ever his Unlawful ones were to him; they have not done by him, as they were done by themselves; cs av po31 j-u pi2 vbdr p-acp pno31; pns32 vhb xx vdn p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vbdr vdn p-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
97 Plunder'd, Sequestred, Imprison'd, Slaughter'd, and torn him up Root and Branch; Plundered, Sequestered, Imprisoned, Slaughtered, and torn him up Root and Branch; vvn, vvn, vvn, vvd, cc vvn pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
98 but I may truly say, they have, exceeding this Rule of the Text, they have not done by him as he well deserved, but I may truly say, they have, exceeding this Rule of the Text, they have not done by him as he well deserved, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi, pns32 vhb, vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb xx vdn p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 av vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
99 or as He Rationally might have expected to have been dealt with, or as Christianity in such Publick Cases would have justified and allowed: or as He Rationally might have expected to have been dealt with, or as Christianity in such Public Cases would have justified and allowed: cc c-acp pns31 av-j vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp, cc p-acp np1 p-acp d j n2 vmd vhi vvn cc vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
100 'Tis well, if he improve this Mercy, but we have seen but bad signs of it of late. It's well, if he improve this Mercy, but we have seen but bad Signs of it of late. pn31|vbz av, cs pns31 vvb d n1, cc-acp pns12 vhb vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f pn31 pp-f j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
101 And yet, alas, his cry of Persecution is now as Loud, upon the necessary Execution of a few Penal Laws, And yet, alas, his cry of Persecution is now as Loud, upon the necessary Execution of a few Penal Laws, cc av, uh, po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbz av p-acp j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
102 as well to secure the Government of the Church from his farther Encrochments, as if the Dragon in the Revelations were devouring the young Child again; as well to secure the Government of the Church from his farther Encroachments, as if the Dragon in the Revelations were devouring the young Child again; c-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 jc n2, c-acp cs dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vbdr vvg dt j n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
103 when God knows how little only there was wanting, but that he had once more laid his Prophane and Sacrilegious Hands upon the Crown, when God knows how little only there was wanting, but that he had once more laid his Profane and Sacrilegious Hands upon the Crown, c-crq np1 vvz c-crq av-j av-j a-acp vbds vvg, cc-acp cst pns31 vhd a-acp av-dc vvn po31 j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
104 and the Church, and all that were Loyal, and Orthodox, and Friends to either. and the Church, and all that were Loyal, and Orthodox, and Friends to either. cc dt n1, cc d cst vbdr j, cc n1, cc n2 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
105 Wherefore I will proceed in the next place to apply this Rule, with an Eye to the wholesome Execution of Laws, Wherefore I will proceed in the next place to apply this Rule, with an Eye to the wholesome Execution of Laws, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
106 and in asserting the Civil Magistrates Power even in Religious Matters, which yet so many are unwilling to hear of, and in asserting the Civil Magistrates Power even in Religious Matters, which yet so many Are unwilling to hear of, cc p-acp vvg dt j ng1 n1 av p-acp j n2, r-crq av av d vbr j pc-acp vvi pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
107 and think they are hardly dealt with, in not being left to themselves, in all things relating to Religion at least, whatever Laws are made about other things. and think they Are hardly dealt with, in not being left to themselves, in all things relating to Religion At least, whatever Laws Are made about other things. cc vvb pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp, p-acp xx vbg vvn p-acp px32, p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp ds, r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
108 But I hope I shall be able to Justifie our Governours as to that point also, But I hope I shall be able to Justify our Governors as to that point also, p-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 a-acp p-acp d n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
109 and shew that nothing is done by them but what may both Religiously and Lawfully be put in practice, any thing in this Rule of the Text notwithstanding. and show that nothing is done by them but what may both Religiously and Lawfully be put in practice, any thing in this Rule of the Text notwithstanding. cc vvb cst pix vbz vdn p-acp pno32 p-acp r-crq vmb d av-j cc av-j vbi vvn p-acp n1, d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
110 The Excellent Lord Verulam observed long ago in his Essays, That as a Wound or the Solution of Continuity, (as he calls it) is more dangerous to the Natural Body than a corrupt Humour, The Excellent Lord Verulam observed long ago in his Essays, That as a Wound or the Solution of Continuity, (as he calls it) is more dangerous to the Natural Body than a corrupt Humour, dt j n1 np1 vvd av-j av p-acp po31 n2, cst p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp pns31 vvz pn31) vbz av-dc j p-acp dt j n1 cs dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
111 so are Schisms and Factions to the Body Politick. so Are Schisms and Factions to the Body Politic. av vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
112 Other Vices may indeed call down a Judgment from above upon any Government, that shall indulge and tolerate them, Other Vices may indeed call down a Judgement from above upon any Government, that shall indulge and tolerate them, j-jn n2 vmb av vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp a-acp p-acp d n1, cst vmb vvi cc vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
113 but these do nothing else here below but contrive continually how to Subvert and Undermine all Government; but these do nothing Else Here below but contrive continually how to Subvert and Undermine all Government; cc-acp d vdb pix av av a-acp p-acp vvi av-j c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
114 and yet the Mystery is, that they, who are this way most concern'd, are for the King all this while, and yet the Mystery is, that they, who Are this Way most concerned, Are for the King all this while, cc av dt n1 vbz, cst pns32, r-crq vbr d n1 av-ds vvn, vbr p-acp dt n1 d d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
115 or would be thought to be so; even just as some Practical Atheists do upon occasion sometimes own Religion with their Mouths, or would be Thought to be so; even just as Some Practical Atheists do upon occasion sometime own Religion with their Mouths, cc vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av; av j c-acp d j n2 vdb p-acp n1 av d n1 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
116 and yet deny it daily in all their Actions, so these men are for the King too in their pretensions, and yet deny it daily in all their Actions, so these men Are for the King too in their pretensions, cc av vvb pn31 av-j p-acp d po32 n2, av d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 av p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
117 and yet Oppose him in all his Measures, in all his Friends, and in all his Interests. and yet Oppose him in all his Measures, in all his Friends, and in all his Interests. cc av vvb pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp d po31 n2, cc p-acp d po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
118 And now, does this look so much like Religion, as perfect Combination against the Government, which indeed they have awakened to defend it self against their restlesness, by the seasonable Execution of Laws, which is nothing but what is Just, And now, does this look so much like Religion, as perfect Combination against the Government, which indeed they have awakened to defend it self against their restlessness, by the seasonable Execution of Laws, which is nothing but what is Just, cc av, vdz d vvi av d j n1, c-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
119 and Reasonable, no ways transgressing this Rule of my Text, but rather Prudently exerting it; and Reasonable, no ways transgressing this Rule of my Text, but rather Prudently exerting it; cc j, dx n2 vvg d n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc-acp av-c av-j vvg pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
120 no ways bordering upon Persecution or Irreligion, but tending to confirm and strengthen the true Church of God. no ways bordering upon Persecution or Irreligion, but tending to confirm and strengthen the true Church of God. dx n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
121 For that Hereticks and Schismaticks ought to be restrained by the Temporal Powers, is nothing but what is First, Founded in Reason. For that Heretics and Schismatics ought to be restrained by the Temporal Powers, is nothing but what is First, Founded in Reason. p-acp d n2 cc n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2, vbz pix cc-acp r-crq vbz ord, vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
122 Secondly, May be proved from Scripture. Thirdly, Agrees with Practice of Antiquity. Secondly, May be proved from Scripture. Thirdly, Agrees with Practice of Antiquity. ord, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. ord, vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
123 First, It is founded in Reason, That the Supream Temporal Power should have a right to suppress all the Errours in Religion, First, It is founded in Reason, That the Supreme Temporal Power should have a right to suppress all the Errors in Religion, ord, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst dt j j n1 vmd vhi dt j-jn pc-acp vvi d dt n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 14
124 for else they would be defective in a necessary part of their Life and Constitution, it were otherwise impossible to hold the Rein steddy, for Else they would be defective in a necessary part of their Life and Constitution, it were otherwise impossible to hold the Rein steady, c-acp av pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, pn31 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 14
125 or keep the People in due Subjection: or keep the People in due Subjection: cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 14
126 For whatever other bonds of Government there may be, there is none so good as Religion, For whatever other bonds of Government there may be, there is none so good as Religion, c-acp r-crq j-jn n2 pp-f n1 a-acp vmb vbi, pc-acp vbz pix av j c-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 14
127 and if you cannot prevail with men to be subject for Conscience sake as well as for Fear, i. e. for fear of Men; and if you cannot prevail with men to be Subject for Conscience sake as well as for fear, i. e. for Fear of Men; cc cs pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp n1 n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1, sy. sy. p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 14
128 It will be hard to lay the Foundations of a lasting Peace in any Place, where there are either Bold, It will be hard to lay the Foundations of a lasting Peace in any Place, where there Are either Bold, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 14
129 or Ambitious, or Politick Men to be found: or Ambitious, or Politic Men to be found: cc j, cc j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 15
130 And so by consequence there would be no Government upon Earth, but what would be as changeable as the Winds and Seas, with which the Psalmist sometimes conjoyns the Madness of the People. And so by consequence there would be no Government upon Earth, but what would be as changeable as the Winds and Seas, with which the Psalmist sometime conjoins the Madness of the People. cc av p-acp n1 a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp q-crq vmd vbi a-acp j c-acp dt n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 15
131 Again, as Religion is the best Bond of Government, so the Pretence of it is also the most Fatal and Ruinous to every Community or Society, no Commotions in the Common Wealth are so Sharp, Again, as Religion is the best Bound of Government, so the Pretence of it is also the most Fatal and Ruinous to every Community or Society, no Commotions in the Common Wealth Are so Sharp, av, c-acp n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av dt av-ds j cc j p-acp d n1 cc n1, dx n2 p-acp dt j n1 vbr av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
132 so Dangerous, and so Intestine, as those that are set a Foot under the Colour of Religion; so Dangerous, and so Intestine, as those that Are Set a Foot under the Colour of Religion; av j, cc av j, c-acp d cst vbr vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
133 almost all Ages and Places would afford us Examples of this Nature, but I need not go beyond the bounds of our own Time and Country for them; almost all Ages and Places would afford us Examples of this Nature, but I need not go beyond the bounds of our own Time and Country for them; av d n2 cc n2 vmd vvi pno12 n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
134 we our selves have seen one of the most Unnatural and Bloody Wars, that ever was in the World, begun, carrried on, (and by Gods Permission, we our selves have seen one of the most Unnatural and Bloody Wars, that ever was in the World, begun, carried on, (and by God's Permission, pns12 po12 n2 vhb vvn crd pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2, cst av vbds p-acp dt n1, vvn, vvd a-acp, (cc p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
135 as a Punishment for our Sins) Crowned with Success; as a Punishment for our Sins) Crowned with Success; c-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2) vvn p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
136 and all under the Banner of Hypocrisie, entitled Religion, or the Devil transformed into an Angel of Light. and all under the Banner of Hypocrisy, entitled Religion, or the devil transformed into an Angel of Light. cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd n1, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
137 And is it not then needful that the Magistrate should have a Right to suppress the Pernicious Doctrines of Atheists, And is it not then needful that the Magistrate should have a Right to suppress the Pernicious Doctrines of Atheists, cc vbz pn31 xx av j cst dt n1 vmd vhi dt j-jn pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
138 or Hypocrites, and Enthusiasts pretending to Religion to the disturbance of Humane Society, and to withold, or Hypocrites, and Enthusiasts pretending to Religion to the disturbance of Humane Society, and to withhold, cc n2, cc n2 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
139 or reclaim such as they would otherwise continually seduce? But should not Religion be our Voluntary Service? does not God require the Heart, or reclaim such as they would otherwise continually seduce? But should not Religion be our Voluntary Service? does not God require the Heart, cc vvi d c-acp pns32 vmd av av-j vvi? cc-acp vmd xx n1 vbi po12 j-jn n1? vdz xx np1 vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
140 and where that is wanting is it any better than Hypocrisie? and where that is wanting is it any better than Hypocrisy? cc c-crq d vbz vvg vbz pn31 d av-jc cs n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 16
141 This may be granted, and more also, and yet the Truth of what I have asserted will stand firm. This may be granted, and more also, and yet the Truth of what I have asserted will stand firm. d vmb vbi vvn, cc av-dc av, cc av dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn vmb vvi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
142 'Tis true indeed, that Religion is of no Value unless it be sincere, yea it is farther true, that Religion (properly speaking) cannot be forced, that is to say, It's true indeed, that Religion is of no Valve unless it be sincere, yea it is farther true, that Religion (properly speaking) cannot be forced, that is to say, pn31|vbz j av, cst n1 vbz pp-f dx vvi cs pn31 vbb j, uh pn31 vbz jc j, cst n1 (av-j vvg) vmbx vbi vvn, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
143 as to its inward Act, and it were vain and foollish for any one to attempt to go about it by Pure and meer Compulsion; as to its inward Act, and it were vain and foolish for any one to attempt to go about it by Pure and mere Compulsion; c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc pn31 vbdr j cc j p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
144 but yet will it not follow, that all Compulsion in order to Religion, is either Unprofitable, or Unlawful: but yet will it not follow, that all Compulsion in order to Religion, is either Unprofitable, or Unlawful: cc-acp av vmb pn31 xx vvi, cst d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-d j-u, cc j-u: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
145 for Opportunity, and the use of Means, do many times prevail at length, to perform what they could not bring about at first. for Opportunity, and the use of Means, do many times prevail At length, to perform what they could not bring about At First. c-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, vdb d n2 vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
146 And 'tis both Prudent and Reasonable, that Men should be brought to use such Means as may inform them, And it's both Prudent and Reasonable, that Men should be brought to use such Means as may inform them, cc pn31|vbz d j cc j, cst n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vmb vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
147 and bring them out of Error. and bring them out of Error. cc vvi pno32 av pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
148 And I am confident, that there are many Thousands in this Realm, that owe their Separation from the Church of England to nothing else, And I am confident, that there Are many Thousands in this Realm, that owe their Separation from the Church of England to nothing Else, cc pns11 vbm j, cst a-acp vbr d crd p-acp d n1, cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pix av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
149 but the Neglect of Hearing what they might hear, and learning what they might be taught, which Lessons, but the Neglect of Hearing what they might hear, and learning what they might be taught, which Lessons, cc-acp dt vvb pp-f vvg r-crq pns32 vmd vvi, cc n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
150 if received with a Meek and Humble Heart, might be an effectual means to bring them into the Bosom of the Church again. if received with a Meek and Humble Heart, might be an effectual means to bring them into the Bosom of the Church again. cs vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, vmd vbi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
151 But oh, will you force the Conscience? is not every man obliged to follow that, But o, will you force the Conscience? is not every man obliged to follow that, cc-acp uh, vmb pn22 vvi dt n1? vbz xx d n1 vvn pc-acp vvi d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
152 and does not he sin, that transgresseth its Dictates at any time? and does not he sin, that Transgresseth its Dictates At any time? cc vdz xx pns31 vvi, cst vvz po31 vvz p-acp d n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
153 Granting this to be also true, that every man sins, who does not follow his Conscience. Granting this to be also true, that every man Sins, who does not follow his Conscience. vvg d pc-acp vbi av j, cst d n1 n2, r-crq vdz xx vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
154 I moreover assert, that every man sins who follows it in Opposition to the Law of God, I moreover assert, that every man Sins who follows it in Opposition to the Law of God, pns11 av vvb, cst d n1 n2 r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
155 or to the Law of Man, when it commands nothing, that is Opposite to the Law of God. or to the Law of Man, when it commands nothing, that is Opposite to the Law of God. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vvz pix, cst vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
156 And therefore, they who transgress the Publick Injunctions of the Magistrate, upon suspicion only of Evil, are taken in their own Fear, And Therefore, they who transgress the Public Injunctions of the Magistrate, upon suspicion only of Evil, Are taken in their own fear, cc av, pns32 r-crq vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 av-j pp-f n-jn, vbr vvn p-acp po32 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
157 and certainly do Evil in endeavouring to avoid it; and Certainly do Evil in endeavouring to avoid it; cc av-j vdb j-jn p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
158 if it be so, that 'tis really a Scruple of Conscience, and not a stubbornness in their Will, that is the ground of their Disobedience? And therefore, if it be so, that it's really a Scruple of Conscience, and not a stubbornness in their Will, that is the ground of their Disobedience? And Therefore, cs pn31 vbb av, cst pn31|vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1? cc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
159 if the Magistrate compel an Erroneous Conscience in this Case, so far as to make it Enquire and Learn better, what it ought to Believe and Practise, 'tis no less than a great Piece of Charity in him; if the Magistrate compel an Erroneous Conscience in this Case, so Far as to make it Inquire and Learn better, what it ought to Believe and practice, it's no less than a great Piece of Charity in him; cs dt n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n1, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi cc vvb av-jc, r-crq pn31 vmd pc-acp vvi cc n1, pn31|vbz dx dc cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
160 for he only forces the Man out of a perplexity, which if he escape by this means, he is free from the Snare of Sin; for he only forces the Man out of a perplexity, which if he escape by this means, he is free from the Snare of since; c-acp pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pns31 vvb p-acp d n2, pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
161 but if he escape not, he is in no worse Condition than he was before. but if he escape not, he is in no Worse Condition than he was before. cc-acp cs pns31 vvb xx, pns31 vbz p-acp dx jc n1 cs pns31 vbds a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
162 Secondly, As Reason requires this, so the Scripture, both by Examples and Precepts, sets forth the fitness of some restraints in these Cases. Secondly, As Reason requires this, so the Scripture, both by Examples and Precepts, sets forth the fitness of Some restraints in these Cases. ord, c-acp n1 vvz d, av dt n1, av-d p-acp n2 cc n2, vvz av dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
163 Nebuchadnezzer, when he was converted by the Miraculous escape of the Three Children out of the Fiery Furnace, made a Law, that every People, Nation, Nebuchadnezzar, when he was converted by the Miraculous escape of the Three Children out of the Fiery Furnace, made a Law, that every People, nation, np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt crd n2 av pp-f dt j n1, vvd dt n1, cst d n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
164 and Language, that should speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrack, Mesheck, and Abednego, should be cut in pieces, and Language, that should speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, should be Cut in Pieces, cc n1, cst vmd vvi d n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb, cc np1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
165 and their houses made a dunghil. and their houses made a dunghill. cc po32 n2 vvd dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
166 This was a high Punishment, but so was the Offence, ye will say, even Blasphemy against God. This was a high Punishment, but so was the Offence, you will say, even Blasphemy against God. d vbds dt j n1, cc-acp av vbds dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi, av n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
167 I shall mention some of a lesser Degree. I shall mention Some of a lesser Degree. pns11 vmb vvi d pp-f dt jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
168 We read of Artaxerxes, and the Text tells us, that God put it into his Heart to make an Edict, that whosoever would not do the Law of his God, We read of Artaxerxes, and the Text tells us, that God put it into his Heart to make an Edict, that whosoever would not do the Law of his God, pns12 vvb pp-f np1, cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst np1 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst r-crq vmd xx vdi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
169 or the Law of the King, should have Judgment Executed speedily upon him, whether it were by Death, or the Law of the King, should have Judgement Executed speedily upon him, whither it were by Death, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmd vhi n1 vvn av-j p-acp pno31, cs pn31 vbdr p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
170 or by Banishment, or by Confiscation of Goods or by Imprisonment. or by Banishment, or by Confiscation of Goods or by Imprisonment. cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n2-j cc p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
171 And yet it was only concerning the Religious Worship of God, and the Beautifying of the Temple, that this Edict was put forth. And yet it was only Concerning the Religious Worship of God, and the Beautifying of the Temple, that this Edict was put forth. cc av pn31 vbds av-j vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cst d n1 vbds vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
172 Hezechiah reformed Religion, removed the high Places, broak the Images, and cut down the Groves. Hezekiah reformed Religion, removed the high Places, broke the Images, and Cut down the Groves. np1 vvn n1, vvn dt j n2, vvd dt n2, cc vvd a-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
173 And we read more particularly of Josiah, that he took away all the abominations, out of all the Countryes that appertained to the Children of Israel, and made all that were found in Israel to serve the Lord their God. And we read more particularly of Josiah, that he took away all the abominations, out of all the Countries that appertained to the Children of Israel, and made all that were found in Israel to serve the Lord their God. cc pns12 vvb av-dc av-j pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd av d dt n2, av pp-f d dt n2 cst vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd d cst vbdr vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
174 Josiah did this agreeably to the Moral Law, which binds Magistrates still under the Gospel by vertue of that Precept, of loving the Lord with all their hearts. Josiah did this agreeably to the Moral Law, which binds Magistrates still under the Gospel by virtue of that Precept, of loving the Lord with all their hearts. np1 vdd d av-j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvz n2 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp d po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
175 But if any shal still object, it is not now the temper of the Gospel to compel Religion, let me tell such, that 'tis also agreeable to the new Testament to compel men to come to Church, But if any shall still Object, it is not now the temper of the Gospel to compel Religion, let me tell such, that it's also agreeable to the new Testament to compel men to come to Church, cc-acp cs d vmb av vvi, pn31 vbz xx av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, vvb pno11 vvi d, cst pn31|vbz av j p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
176 and to hear Gods word, and receive the Sacraments, which are the External acts of Religion, and to hear God's word, and receive the Sacraments, which Are the External acts of Religion, cc pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc vvi dt n2, r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
177 and all indeed that can be compelled. and all indeed that can be compelled. cc d av cst vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
178 Now St. Augustine proves this from the Parable recorded by St. Luke, of a King who made a great Supper, Now Saint Augustine Proves this from the Parable recorded by Saint Luke, of a King who made a great Supper, av n1 np1 vvz d p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 np1, pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
179 and when they made excuse, he said to his Servants, go to the high ways and hedges, and when they made excuse, he said to his Servants, go to the high ways and hedges, cc c-crq pns32 vvd n1, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2, vvb p-acp dt j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
180 and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled. and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled. cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cst po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
181 Where it is remarkable what St. Matthew observes from the same Parable, that notwithstanding many of these came at first involuntarily (as it should seem, ) yet it proved succesful afterwards to the greatest part, Where it is remarkable what Saint Matthew observes from the same Parable, that notwithstanding many of these Come At First involuntarily (as it should seem,) yet it proved successful afterwards to the greatest part, c-crq pn31 vbz j r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt d n1, cst p-acp d pp-f d vvd p-acp ord av-jn (c-acp pn31 vmd vvi,) av pn31 vvd j av p-acp dt js n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
182 for we read but of one, that was cast out for want of a Wedding Garment. for we read but of one, that was cast out for want of a Wedding Garment. c-acp pns12 vvb cc-acp pp-f crd, cst vbds vvn av p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
183 Some we must save, St. Jude tells us, by fear, even pulling them out of the fire; some we must save, Saint U^de tells us, by Fear, even pulling them out of the fire; d pns12 vmb vvi, n1 np1 vvz pno12, p-acp n1, av vvg pno32 av pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
184 and St. Paul, when the Corinthians grew too exorbitantly licentious, threatens to come to them with a rod. and Saint Paul, when the Corinthians grew too exorbitantly licentious, threatens to come to them with a rod. cc n1 np1, c-crq dt np1 vvd av av-jn j, vvz p-acp vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
185 In like manner also, St. John threatens Diotrephes. Christ in the beginning of his Religion was in stead of a Temporal Magistrate, In like manner also, Saint John threatens Diotrephes. christ in the beginning of his Religion was in stead of a Temporal Magistrate, p-acp j n1 av, n1 np1 vvz np1. np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
186 and whomsoever the Apostles did worthily cast out, over them he gave Satan power, for the destruction of the flesh, that their spirit might be saved in his day. and whomsoever the Apostles did worthily cast out, over them he gave Satan power, for the destruction of the Flesh, that their Spirit might be saved in his day. cc ro-crq dt n2 vdd av-j vvi av, p-acp pno32 pns31 vvd np1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst po32 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
187 The power which he did then extraordinarily execute, was in the Princes of the Earth by right of their Dominion and Sovereignty, The power which he did then extraordinarily execute, was in the Princes of the Earth by right of their Dominion and Sovereignty, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vdd av av-j vvi, vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n-jn pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
188 but they wanted his Grace, and would not make use of it, and therefore all this while Christ by Miracle supported his Church, but they wanted his Grace, and would not make use of it, and Therefore all this while christ by Miracle supported his Church, cc-acp pns32 vvd po31 n1, cc vmd xx vvi n1 pp-f pn31, cc av d d cs np1 p-acp n1 vvd po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
189 and made it grow up in spite of Persecution, and when he had done this long enough, to prove that his Religion came from God, and made it grow up in spite of Persecution, and when he had done this long enough, to prove that his Religion Come from God, cc vvd pn31 vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq pns31 vhd vdn d av-j av-d, pc-acp vvi cst po31 n1 vvd p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
190 then he called the Princes into the house of Jacob. And the power of the Magistrate is (now that Miracles are ceased) become a part of that Rod, which St. Paul mentions, then he called the Princes into the house of Jacob. And the power of the Magistrate is (now that Miracles Are ceased) become a part of that Rod, which Saint Paul mentions, cs pns31 vvd dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz (av d n2 vbr vvn) vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq n1 np1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
191 and both may and ought by Temporal Punishments to strengthen the Spiritual Authority of the Church; and both may and ought by Temporal Punishments to strengthen the Spiritual authority of the Church; cc d vmb cc vmd p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
192 and for this also we have and for this also we have cc p-acp d av pns12 vhb (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
193 Thirdly, The verdict of Antiquity, for thus Socrates Scholasticus expresses the Question, when once the Emperors became Christians, the Church was subject to them. Thirdly, The verdict of Antiquity, for thus Socrates Scholasticus Expresses the Question, when once the Emperor's became Christians, the Church was Subject to them. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av np1 np1 vvz dt n1, c-crq a-acp dt n2 vvd np1, dt n1 vbds j-jn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
194 Hence those expressions of Antiquity, calling Kings God 's Vice-gerents, the Governours of true Religion, NONLATINALPHABET. the Captains and Conductors of Faith and Godliness. Hence those expressions of Antiquity, calling Kings God is Vicegerents, the Governors of true Religion,. the Captains and Conductors of Faith and Godliness. av d n2 pp-f n1, vvg n2 np1 vbz j, dt n2 pp-f j n1,. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
195 And good and religious Magistrates have still, as they have seen prudent occasion, taken upon them by Mulcts, And good and religious Magistrates have still, as they have seen prudent occasion, taken upon them by Mulcts, cc j cc j n2 vhb av, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn j n1, vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
196 or Imprisonments, or the like moderate punishments to reclaim the perverse, and refractory. or Imprisonments, or the like moderate punishments to reclaim the perverse, and refractory. cc n2, cc dt j j n2 pc-acp vvi dt j, cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
197 Thus St. Augustine declares himself, that Kings are to command good things, and forbid evil, not only in Relation to civil Society, but in order to Religion. Thus Saint Augustine declares himself, that Kings Are to command good things, and forbid evil, not only in Relation to civil Society, but in order to Religion. av n1 np1 vvz px31, cst n2 vbr pc-acp vvi j n2, cc vvb j-jn, xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
198 And again, writing to Emeritus the Donatist, he sayes when the Civil power punisheth Schismaticks, it hath a warrant from an Apostolical Rule. And again, writing to Emeritus the Donatist, he Says when the Civil power Punisheth Schismatics, it hath a warrant from an Apostolical Rule. cc av, vvg p-acp np1 dt n1, pns31 vvz c-crq dt j n1 vvz n1, pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 21
199 Thus St. Jerome, speaking of the Kingly and Priestly power says of the former, the King Governs, whether men will or no, he subdues them by Terrour. Thus Saint Jerome, speaking of the Kingly and Priestly power Says of the former, the King Governs, whither men will or no, he subdues them by Terror. av n1 np1, vvg pp-f dt j cc j n1 vvz pp-f dt j, dt n1 vvz, cs n2 vmb cc uh-dx, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
200 And thus History tells us of many good Christian Magistrates, that have exercised this power for the good of Religion. And thus History tells us of many good Christian Magistrates, that have exercised this power for the good of Religion. cc av n1 vvz pno12 pp-f d j njp n2, cst vhb vvn d n1 p-acp dt j pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
201 Eusebius says, that Constantine for this reason used to call himself, A Bishop without the Church: Eusebius Says, that Constantine for this reason used to call himself, A Bishop without the Church: np1 vvz, cst np1 p-acp d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi px31, dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
202 and Sozomon reports of the same Constantine, that he cut off unprofitable Questions to prevent Schisms, in the Church. and Sozomon reports of the same Constantine, that he Cut off unprofitable Questions to prevent Schisms, in the Church. cc j n2 pp-f dt d np1, cst pns31 vvd a-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
203 And Valentinian set a Fine upon the head of Chronopius, and inflicted diverse Punishments upon Ʋrsicinus, Rufus, and others, And Valentinian Set a Fine upon the head of Chronopius, and inflicted diverse Punishments upon Ʋrsicinus, Rufus, and Others, np1 np1 vvd dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn j n2 p-acp np1, np1, cc n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
204 for making Schisms to the disturbance of the Publick Peace. for making Schisms to the disturbance of the Public Peace. p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
205 Nazianzen had once obtained some kind of Toleration for the Sect of the Apollinarists, but when he saw how they abused it, he write afterwards sharply to the President, NONLATINALPHABET, your indulgence was unseasonable, such men as these ought not to be treated any longer with Gentlenss. Nazianzen had once obtained Some kind of Toleration for the Sect of the Apollinarists, but when he saw how they abused it, he write afterwards sharply to the President,, your indulgence was unseasonable, such men as these ought not to be treated any longer with Gentleness. np1 vhd a-acp vvn d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd c-crq pns32 vvd pn31, pns31 vvb av av-j p-acp dt n1,, po22 n1 vbds j, d n2 c-acp d vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn d av-jc p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
206 I will sum up this, with that of Mr. Calvin, not that I think his Authority so great, I will sum up this, with that of Mr. calvin, not that I think his authority so great, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d, p-acp d pp-f n1 np1, xx cst pns11 vvb po31 n1 av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
207 as the forecited, but because, perhaps his Opinion may prevail with some, where the rest would not have been received I do not disapprove (saith he) that St. Augustine makes use of this place against the Donatists, that he might prove that Stubborn and Rebellious men may Lawfully be Compell'd, as the forecited, but Because, perhaps his Opinion may prevail with Some, where the rest would not have been received I do not disapprove (Says he) that Saint Augustine makes use of this place against the Donatists, that he might prove that Stubborn and Rebellious men may Lawfully be Compelled, c-acp dt j, cc-acp c-acp, av po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp d, c-crq dt n1 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn pns11 vdb xx vvi (vvz pns31) d n1 np1 vvz n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi d j cc j n2 vmb av-j vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
208 for although Faith is Voluntary, yet by this means their obstinacy is well overcome, who will do nothing, for although Faith is Voluntary, yet by this means their obstinacy is well overcome, who will do nothing, c-acp cs n1 vbz j-jn, av p-acp d n2 po32 n1 vbz av vvn, r-crq vmb vdi pix, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
209 unless they are forced to it. unless they Are forced to it. cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
210 Now let the Presbyterian judge, whether it be not fitting, that if men will not be reclaimed one way, they should be restrained another, Now let the Presbyterian judge, whither it be not fitting, that if men will not be reclaimed one Way, they should be restrained Another, av vvb dt j n1, cs pn31 vbb xx vvg, cst cs n2 vmb xx vbi vvn crd n1, pns32 vmd vbi vvn j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 23
211 when moreover the Supream Authority, and the Law of the Nation requires it. when moreover the Supreme authority, and the Law of the nation requires it. c-crq av dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 23
212 Indeed let every Wise Man judge, whether the Magistrate does not then most judiciously act up to the foremention'd Rule of the Text, in doing as he in Prudence might desire to be done by, Indeed let every Wise Man judge, whither the Magistrate does not then most judiciously act up to the forementioned Rule of the Text, in doing as he in Prudence might desire to be done by, np1 vvb d j n1 n1, cs dt n1 vdz xx av av-ds av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vdg c-acp pns31 p-acp n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 23
213 when he applies the most Proper Remedy to the Distemper; when he Applies the most Proper Remedy to the Distemper; c-crq pns31 vvz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 23
214 for many will hearken to the Rod, that would not have listned to the Instruction, although seven wise men should have render'd a Reason. for many will harken to the Rod, that would not have listened to the Instruction, although seven wise men should have rendered a Reason. p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cst vmd xx vhi vvd p-acp dt n1, cs crd j n2 vmd vhi vvn dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 23
215 Especially such as act out of Interest more than Conscience, and there has been, we all know, (I wish I could say, that there were not still,) a Party in the Land, that carry on their Designs by Masks of Piety, Especially such as act out of Interest more than Conscience, and there has been, we all know, (I wish I could say, that there were not still,) a Party in the Land, that carry on their Designs by Masks of Piety, av-j d c-acp vvi av pp-f n1 av-dc cs n1, cc pc-acp vhz vbn, pns12 d vvi, (pns11 vvb pns11 vmd vvi, cst a-acp vbdr xx av,) dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvb p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
216 and Shews of Religion, a forni of godliness without the power, Grace without Morality, or at best, a zeal without knowledge. Let not us imitate them in these, and Shows of Religion, a forni of godliness without the power, Grace without Morality, or At best, a zeal without knowledge. Let not us imitate them in these, cc vvz pp-f n1, dt fw-la pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp av-js, dt n1 p-acp n1. vvb xx pno12 vvi pno32 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
217 but if we are Wise, let us learn Diligence from them in our Honest Undertakings. Alas! but if we Are Wise, let us Learn Diligence from them in our Honest Undertakings. Alas! cc-acp cs pns12 vbr j, vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 j n2-vvg. np1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
218 must I say it, we want Activity, we want Zeal, we trust a Cause, and we trust a Religion, that God will defend his Church, must I say it, we want Activity, we want Zeal, we trust a Cause, and we trust a Religion, that God will defend his Church, vmb pns11 vvi pn31, pns12 vvb n1, pns12 vvb n1, pns12 vvb dt n1, cc pns12 vvb dt n1, cst np1 vmb vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
219 and preserve our King, and truly so he has hitherto done by Miracle; but we must take heed, how we tempt Providence by the neglect of ordinary means, and preserve our King, and truly so he has hitherto done by Miracle; but we must take heed, how we tempt Providence by the neglect of ordinary means, cc vvb po12 n1, cc av-j av pns31 vhz av vdn p-acp n1; cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi n1, c-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
220 lest if Industry forsake us, success do also fail; for usually those two go together. lest if Industry forsake us, success do also fail; for usually those two go together. cs cs n1 vvb pno12, n1 vdb av vvi; c-acp av-j d crd vvi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
221 And 'tis pity, it should always be seen, that the Children, of this World are Wiser in their Generation than the Children of Light. And it's pity, it should always be seen, that the Children, of this World Are Wiser in their Generation than the Children of Light. cc pn31|vbz n1, pn31 vmd av vbi vvn, cst dt n2, pp-f d n1 vbr jc p-acp po32 n1 cs dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
222 I speak not this with the least thought of a reflection upon the Honourable Judges, I speak not this with the least Thought of a reflection upon the Honourable Judges, pns11 vvb xx d p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
223 or other Subordinate Ministers of Justice here present, whose endeavours have been constant and uninterrupted in the Service of their King and Country, or other Subordinate Ministers of justice Here present, whose endeavours have been constant and uninterrupted in the Service of their King and Country, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f n1 av j, rg-crq n2 vhb vbn j cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
224 but I speak to excite others to become Imitators of their Steddiness; but I speak to excite Others to become Imitators of their Steadiness; cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi n2 pp-f po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 24
225 and in their several capacities to be Active and Faithful, true to the King, true to the Laws, true to their Oaths, and in their several capacities to be Active and Faithful, true to the King, true to the Laws, true to their Oaths, cc p-acp po32 j n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, j p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt n2, j p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
226 and true to their own Consciences, and if all men in any Publick Employ would be but thus far careful, it would, by the Grace of God, put an end at length to such Boutefeus in Church and State, and true to their own Consciences, and if all men in any Public Employ would be but thus Far careful, it would, by the Grace of God, put an end At length to such Boutefeus in Church and State, cc j p-acp po32 d n2, cc cs d n2 p-acp d j vvb vmd vbi p-acp av av-j j, pn31 vmd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
227 as turn Religion into Rebellion, and Faith into Faction, which have now for above these Hundred Years (some, as turn Religion into Rebellion, and Faith into Faction, which have now for above these Hundred years (Some, c-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhb av c-acp p-acp d crd n2 (d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
228 or more of them) infested this Realm; or more of them) infested this Realm; cc dc pp-f pno32) j-vvn d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
229 that, what neither the length of time, or the indulgence of our Kings, or the industry of the Regular Pastors has been able to bring to pass; that, what neither the length of time, or the indulgence of our Kings, or the industry of the Regular Pastors has been able to bring to pass; cst, r-crq av-dx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 vhz vbn j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
230 the wholsom Execution of Laws might perfect and consummate. the wholesome Execution of Laws might perfect and consummate. dt j n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi cc vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
231 'Tis not the Punishment that makes the Martyr, but the Cause, was long ago truly said, It's not the Punishment that makes the Martyr, but the Cause, was long ago truly said, pn31|vbz xx dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, cc-acp dt n1, vbds av-j av av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
232 and no man is now required by the Law to deny God, to Burn his Bible, and no man is now required by the Law to deny God, to Burn his bible, cc dx n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
233 or to do Sacrifice to Idols, as in the Primitive Persecutions. or to do Sacrifice to Idols, as in the Primitive Persecutions. cc pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp n2, c-acp p-acp dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
234 And the Government may truly wash it's Hands, and say with St. Peter, who is he, that will harm you, And the Government may truly wash it's Hands, and say with Saint Peter, who is he, that will harm you, cc dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pn31|vbz n1, cc vvb p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vbz pns31, cst vmb vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
235 if you be followers of that which is good? But if any man will suffer as an evil doer, or as a busy body in other mens matters, who will have Reason to pity him? Much less, if you be followers of that which is good? But if any man will suffer as an evil doer, or as a busy body in other men's matters, who will have Reason to pity him? Much less, cs pn22 vbb n2 pp-f d r-crq vbz j? cc-acp cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, r-crq vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31? av-d av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 25
236 since the late Horrid Fanatical Conspiracy has surely opened every Eye that was not before wilfully closed, since the late Horrid Fanatical conspiracy has surely opened every Eye that was not before wilfully closed, c-acp dt j j j n1 vhz av-j vvn d n1 cst vbds xx p-acp av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
237 so as to make it see the danger of tolerating any such Religion in the State, whose very Principles do abet and encourage Rebellion; so as to make it see the danger of tolerating any such Religion in the State, whose very Principles do abet and encourage Rebellion; av c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg d d n1 p-acp dt n1, rg-crq j n2 vdb vvi cc vvi n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
238 as I am sure the greatest Part of our Protestant Recusants (if not all of them) do; as I am sure the greatest Part of our Protestant Recusants (if not all of them) do; c-acp pns11 vbm j dt js n1 pp-f po12 n1 n2 (cs xx d pp-f pno32) vdb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
239 as much as those of the Jesuited Romanists. as much as those of the Jesuited Romanists. c-acp d c-acp d pp-f dt n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
240 But can that be True Religion, that teaches Resistance to Lawful Powers, no, it is as impossible, But can that be True Religion, that Teaches Resistance to Lawful Powers, no, it is as impossible, cc-acp vmb d vbi j n1, cst vvz n1 p-acp j n2, uh-dx, pn31 vbz a-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
241 as it would have been for Christ, who was all Suffering, to have held Communion with Belial, who is so called, as it would have been for christ, who was all Suffering, to have held Communion with Belial, who is so called, c-acp pn31 vmd vhi vbn p-acp np1, r-crq vbds d vvg, pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
242 because he would be without Yoak. Because he would be without Yoke. c-acp pns31 vmd vbi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
243 Consider then, Gentlemen, this Rule in the Text, and apply it to all it's due applications; Consider then, Gentlemen, this Rule in the Text, and apply it to all it's due applications; vvb av, n2, d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d pn31|vbz av-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 26
244 'tis a large and an extensive Rule, it takes in all Orders and Degrees of Men, it's a large and an extensive Rule, it Takes in all Order and Degrees of Men, pn31|vbz dt j cc dt j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp d n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 26
245 yea it concerns not only time present, but it has an Eye to Generations yet to come. yea it concerns not only time present, but it has an Eye to Generations yet to come. uh pn31 vvz xx av-j n1 j, cc-acp pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n2 av pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 26
246 Consider, and let it make you, first to do by the King, as, Reason will tell you, every good Subject ought to do, assist to the uttermost in the Execution of his Laws, Consider, and let it make you, First to do by the King, as, Reason will tell you, every good Subject ought to do, assist to the uttermost in the Execution of his Laws, np1, cc vvb pn31 vvi pn22, ord pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1, c-acp, n1 vmb vvi pn22, d j j-jn pi pc-acp vdi, vvb p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 26
247 and in the Defence of his Majesties Person, and all his Just Prerogatives, against the Turbulent and Seditious. and in the Defence of his Majesties Person, and all his Just Prerogatives, against the Turbulent and Seditious. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cc d po31 j n2, p-acp dt j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 26
248 Let it make you do by your Country, what is the Part of true Patriots, and not of Popular pretending ones; Let it make you do by your Country, what is the Part of true Patriots, and not of Popular pretending ones; vvb pn31 vvi pn22 vdb p-acp po22 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc xx pp-f j vvg pi2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
249 study to quiet and appease the least Fermentations in the minds of the Heady People, and quash the first tendencies to Faction, but not stand at the Helm and Steer, study to quiet and appease the least Fermentations in the minds of the Heady People, and quash the First tendencies to Faction, but not stand At the Helm and Steer, n1 p-acp j-jn cc vvi dt ds n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc n1 dt ord n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
250 or give Aim as it were to them, who of themselves are already too much given to Change. or give Aim as it were to them, who of themselves Are already too much given to Change. cc vvb n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp pno32, r-crq pp-f px32 vbr av av av-d vvn pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
251 Let it make you do by your selves according to the Prime Law of Nature, endeavour by your Vigilance and Prudence to preserve those Lives, which his Majesty in his Declaration tells you, were not long since designed for a Massacre. Let it make you do by Posterity, what they may also justly claim, transmit to them the Rights and Libertys of English Free-born Subjects, which Rebellion has ever invaded, Let it make you do by your selves according to the Prime Law of Nature, endeavour by your Vigilance and Prudence to preserve those Lives, which his Majesty in his Declaration tells you, were not long since designed for a Massacre. Let it make you do by Posterity, what they may also justly claim, transmit to them the Rights and Libertys of English Freeborn Subjects, which Rebellion has ever invaded, vvb pn31 vvi pn22 vdb p-acp po22 n2 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, r-crq po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pn22, vbdr xx av-j a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. vvb pn31 vvi pn22 vdb p-acp n1, r-crq pns32 vmb av av-j vvi, vvb p-acp pno32 dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f np1 j np1, r-crq n1 vhz av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
252 when it most pretended to assert: when it most pretended to assert: c-crq pn31 av-ds vvn p-acp vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
253 And the soberly Reformed Protestant Religion, which the Schism has ever dishonour'd, when it most pretended to Profess. And the soberly Reformed Protestant Religion, which the Schism has ever dishonoured, when it most pretended to Profess. cc dt av-j vvn n1 n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz av vvn, c-crq pn31 av-ds vvn p-acp vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
254 But this indeed is Gods Work, yours only the endeavour. But this indeed is God's Work, yours only the endeavour. p-acp d av vbz npg1 n1, png22 av-j dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 27
255 Let us therefore Pray unto him, that he will preserve our Church, and King, that the Gates of Hell may never prevail against the one: Let us Therefore Pray unto him, that he will preserve our Church, and King, that the Gates of Hell may never prevail against the one: vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi po12 n1, cc n1, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt crd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 27
256 And that neither the Counsels of any State Achitophel, or the Rebellion of an Absalom, or the Maledictions of a Shimei, may ever prosper against the other. And that neither the Counsels of any State Ahithophel, or the Rebellion of an Absalom, or the Maledictions of a Shimei, may ever prosper against the other. cc cst dx dt n2 pp-f d n1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt np1, vmb av vvi p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
257 Which God of his Infinite Mercy grant, through the Merits of his Son Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and Holy Spirit be ascribed all Honour and Glory now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. Which God of his Infinite Mercy grant, through the Merits of his Son jesus christ, to whom with the Father and Holy Spirit be ascribed all Honour and Glory now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. r-crq np1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 vbb vvn d n1 cc n1 av cc p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28

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49 0 Eccl. 10.5. Ecclesiastes 10.5. np1 crd.
59 0 1 John. 4.7. 1 John. 4.7. crd np1 crd.
131 0 Ps. 65.7. Ps. 65.7. np1 crd.
163 0 Dan. 3.29. Dan. 3.29. np1 crd.
168 0 Ezra. 7.26.27. Ezra. 7.26.27. np1. crd.
172 0 2. Kin. 18.4. 2. Kin. 18.4. crd n1. crd.
173 0 2. Chron. 34.33. 2. Chronicles 34.33. crd np1 crd.
174 0 Mat. 22.37. Mathew 22.37. np1 crd.
178 0 Luke. 14.23. Lycia. 14.23. av. crd.
181 0 Mat. 22.12. Mathew 22.12. np1 crd.
183 0 ver. 23. ver. 23. fw-la. crd
184 0 1. Cor. 4.21. Eph. 3.9. 1. Cor. 4.21. Ephesians 3.9. crd np1 crd. np1 crd.
186 0 1. Cor. 5.5. 1. Cor. 5.5. crd np1 crd.
190 0 Athanasius Serm. de B. Virg. NONLATINALPHABET. Athanasius Sermon de B. Virg. np1 np1 fw-fr np1 np1.
193 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
197 0 Contra Crescon. l 3.51. in hoc Reges, sicut eis praecipitur, Deo serviunt, si in suo Regno bona jubeant, mala prohibeant, non solum quae pertinent ad humanam societatem, verum etiam ad divinam Religionem. Contra Crescon. l 3.51. in hoc Reges, sicut eis praecipitur, God serviunt, si in Sue Regno Bona jubeant, mala prohibeant, non solum Quae pertinent ad humanam societatem, verum etiam ad divinam Religionem. fw-la np1. sy crd. p-acp fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
198 0 Ep. 164. nam et terrenae potestates cum Schismaticos persequuntur ea regula se defendunt, quia dicit Apostolus, qui potestati resistit, Dei ordinationi resistit, non enim frustra gladium portat. Epistle 164. nam et Terrenae potestates cum Schismatics persequuntur ea regula se defendunt, quia dicit Apostles, qui Power resistit, Dei Ordination resistit, non enim frustra Gladium Portat. np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1, fw-fr n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
199 0 Hieron. in Epitaph. nepot. Ep. 3. ille nolentibus praeest, hic volentibus, ille terrore subjicit, hic servituti donatur. Hieron. in Epitaph. Nepotism. Epistle 3. Isle nolentibus praeest, hic volentibus, Isle terrore subjicit, hic servituti donatur. np1. p-acp n1. n1. np1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la.
201 0 Eusebius de vita Constant. lib 4. cap. 24. vos intra Ecclesiam, ego extra Ecclesiam, Episcopus a Deo constitutus sum. Eusebius de vita Constant. lib 4. cap. 24. vos intra Church, ego extra Church, Episcopus a God Constituted sum. np1 fw-fr fw-la np1 n1 crd n1. crd fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la dt fw-la fw-la fw-la.
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