The vertue and value of baptism: in which the dignity and duty of [baptism], the due right of infants to [baptism], and their right above that of grown persons by [baptism], the degrading and destructive principles and practices of [baptism] are / catechetically propounded, plainly preached, and now published as an antidote to the baptism-despising dictates of John Simpson. By Zachariah Crofton ... ; Imprimatur, Edm. Calamy.

Crofton, Zachary, 1625 or 6-1672
Publisher: Printed by D M for J Nuthal living next door to the Dolphin in the Minories
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1658
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A80854 ESTC ID: R174314 STC ID: C7003B
Subject Headings: Baptism; Theology, Doctrinal;
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0 THE VIRTUE and VALUE OF BAPTISME, Delivered in a Summary Sermon at the close of the Catechetical Considerations of the Doctrine of Baptism, at Botolphs Aldgate, LONDON. TEXT. THE VIRTUE and VALVE OF BAPTISME, Delivered in a Summary Sermon At the close of the Catechetical Considerations of the Doctrine of Baptism, At Botolphs Aldgate, LONDON. TEXT. dt n1 cc vvi pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp np1 np1, np1. n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 25
1 Heb. 10. ver. 22. (the last words) — And our bodies washed with pure water. Hebrew 10. ver. 22. (the last words) — And our bodies washed with pure water. np1 crd fw-la. crd (dt ord n2) — cc po12 n2 vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 25
2 THE Author of this Epistle intending a Confirmation of the Christianized Jews in the Faith they had r•ceived, THE Author of this Epistle intending a Confirmation of the Christianized jews in the Faith they had r•ceived, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt vvn np2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhd vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 25
3 and administration of the Gospel to which •hey were subjected, doth assert •esus Chrst to be the true Messiah, •oth in respect of Person, as •e is God-Man-Mediator, and •is Offices, as Prophet, Priest and King, and opposeth him unto all •hose Levitical Rites whereby he was typified, plainly declaring that the appearance of the Substance put a period to all those Shadowie Ceremonies whereby they had worshipped God; and administration of the Gospel to which •hey were subjected, does assert •esus Christ to be the true Messiah, •oth in respect of Person, as •e is God-Man-Mediator, and •is Offices, as Prophet, Priest and King, and Opposeth him unto all •hose Levitical Rites whereby he was typified, plainly declaring that the appearance of the Substance put a Period to all those Shadowy Ceremonies whereby they had worshipped God; cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vbdr vvn, vdz vvb uh-np vvd pc-acp vbi dt j np1, vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 vbz n1, cc fw-la n2, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp d vvd j n2 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, av-j vvg cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp d d j n2 c-crq pns32 vhd vvn np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 25
4 and necessitated another manner of administration of Gods Covenant and Worship, fit to shew that the Messiah was come, and no longer to be expected. and necessitated Another manner of administration of God's Covenant and Worship, fit to show that the Messiah was come, and no longer to be expected. cc vvn j-jn n1 pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, j pc-acp vvi cst dt np1 vbds vvn, cc dx jc pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 25
5 Which having by clear Demonstrations confirmed in the 19 verse of this chapter, he enters upon the Application of this Doctrine, which he manageth by, Which having by clear Demonstrations confirmed in the 19 verse of this chapter, he enters upon the Application of this Doctrine, which he manageth by, r-crq vhg p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 25
6 1. Stating the principle proved, as granted and agreed on, v. 19, 20, 21. 2. Special Inference of Duty, v. 22. 1. Stating the principle proved, as granted and agreed on, v. 19, 20, 21. 2. Special Inference of Duty, v. 22. crd vvg dt n1 vvd, c-acp vvn cc vvn a-acp, n1 crd, crd, crd crd j n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 25
7 In the Inference we are to note three things, 1. The Duty Inferred, Let us draw near. In the Inference we Are to note three things, 1. The Duty Inferred, Let us draw near. p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi crd n2, crd dt n1 vvn, vvb pno12 vvi av-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 25
8 2. The Dictated Qualifications of such as must draw near, and they are two, The heart sprinkled from an evil conscience, the body washed with pure water. 2. The Dictated Qualifications of such as must draw near, and they Are two, The heart sprinkled from an evil conscience, the body washed with pure water. crd dt vvn n2 pp-f d c-acp vmb vvi av-j, cc pns32 vbr crd, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 25
9 3. The directed manner of drawing nigh to God, With a true heart, in the full assurance of Faith. 3. The directed manner of drawing High to God, With a true heart, in the full assurance of Faith. crd dt vvn n1 pp-f vvg av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 25
10 I intend not a full Consideration and therefore shall not insist on a full Comment upon the whole verse, I intend not a full Consideration and Therefore shall not insist on a full Comment upon the Whole verse, pns11 vvb xx dt j n1 cc av vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
11 but confine my self only to the words propounded; but confine my self only to the words propounded; cc-acp vvb po11 n1 av-j p-acp dt n2 vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
12 and we see they are the Dictated quality of such as are required to draw nigh to God upon the account of the High Priest, and we see they Are the Dictated quality of such as Are required to draw High to God upon the account of the High Priest, cc pns12 vvb pns32 vbr av vvn n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
13 and liberty of ent•ance into the Holy place; and liberty of ent•ance into the Holy place; cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
14 and therefore is to be Grammatically Read, NONLATINALPHABET, we sprinkled and washed, let us draw neer, &c. and herein there is among Expositors no difference: and Therefore is to be Grammatically Read,, we sprinkled and washed, let us draw near, etc. and herein there is among Expositors no difference: cc av vbz pc-acp vbi av-j vvn,, pns12 vvd cc vvn, vvb pno12 vvi av-j, av cc av pc-acp vbz p-acp n2 dx n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
15 but the difficulty is in the Interpretation of the words; but the difficulty is in the Interpretation of the words; cc-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
16 many of our modern Expositors differing from the Antients in the same, the last understanding the Sacrament of Baptisme to be the qualification here spoken of; many of our modern Expositors differing from the Ancients in the same, the last understanding the Sacrament of Baptism to be the qualification Here spoken of; d pp-f po12 j n2 vvg p-acp dt n2-j p-acp dt d, dt ord n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 av vvn pp-f; (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
17 the former, Externall Sanct•ty, by way of allusion unto Baptisme: the former, External Sanct•ty, by Way of allusion unto Baptism: dt j, j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
18 the difference is not much, for if all Externall Sanctity be here intended, then Baptisme, and if the order of Sanctity be to be observed, that first, as it where External Sanctity must begin, the difference is not much, for if all External Sanctity be Here intended, then Baptism, and if the order of Sanctity be to be observed, that First, as it where External Sanctity must begin, dt n1 vbz xx av-d, c-acp cs d j n1 vbb av vvn, av n1, cc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn, cst ord, c-acp pn31 c-crq j n1 vmb vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
19 yet my judgement leads me to the interpretation of the Antients, and such later Expositors as follow their steps; yet my judgement leads me to the Interpretation of the Ancients, and such later Expositors as follow their steps; av po11 n1 vvz pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j, cc d jc n2 p-acp vvi po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
20 and so I understand by the body washed with pure water, the Person Baptized or qualified by due subjection to the Sacrament of Baptisme, and so I understand by the body washed with pure water, the Person Baptised or qualified by due subjection to the Sacrament of Baptism, cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, dt n1 j-vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
21 and hereunto I am guided 1. by the opposition of it, to the heart sprinkled, which intends the reall Sanctification of the whole Man; and hereunto I am guided 1. by the opposition of it, to the heart sprinkled, which intends the real Sanctification of the Whole Man; cc av pns11 vbm vvn crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 vvd, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
22 and is so interpreted in the 9 ch. 14. v. whilst the washing of the body signified Externall Sanctification, alwayes in use among the Jewes, and is so interpreted in the 9 changed. 14. v. while the washing of the body signified External Sanctification, always in use among the Jews, cc vbz av vvn p-acp dt crd n2. crd n1 cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvd j n1, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
23 and is so used by the Apostle, Eph. 5.26. Sanctified by the washing of water; as Expositors do agree. and is so used by the Apostle, Ephesians 5.26. Sanctified by the washing of water; as Expositors do agree. cc vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; p-acp n2 vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
24 So the opposition in this Text seems to me, to distinguish the inward grace, and outward signe in dictating the Gospell order of access to God, to be by Baptisme of water on the body and blood, or Grace on the heart: So the opposition in this Text seems to me, to distinguish the inward grace, and outward Signen in dictating the Gospel order of access to God, to be by Baptism of water on the body and blood, or Grace on the heart: np1 dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
25 and is the same with that in 1 Peter 3.21. Baptisme that now is, saves us, not the washing of water, but the answer of a good Conscience. and is the same with that in 1 Peter 3.21. Baptism that now is, saves us, not the washing of water, but the answer of a good Conscience. cc vbz dt d p-acp cst p-acp crd np1 crd. n1 cst av vbz, vvz pno12, xx dt n-vvg pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 25
26 2. By the occasion, which seemes to me to have been the preventing answer of an objection, that might well be propounded by the Jewes thus; 2. By the occasion, which seems to me to have been the preventing answer of an objection, that might well be propounded by the Jews thus; crd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 pc-acp vhi vbn dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vmd av vbi vvn p-acp dt np2 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 25
27 You have put a period to all holy Rites, and laid all the Administrations of the Covenant according to Moses in the dust, You have put a Period to all holy Rites, and laid all the Administrations of the Covenant according to Moses in the dust, pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp d j n2, cc vvd d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 25
28 and tell us positively that they which serve the Tabernacle must not eat at your Altar, ( Heb. 13.10.) nor enjoy with you the Priviledges of Grace; and tell us positively that they which serve the Tabernacle must not eat At your Altar, (Hebrew 13.10.) nor enjoy with you the Privileges of Grace; cc vvb pno12 av-j cst pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp po22 n1, (np1 crd.) ccx vvi p-acp pn22 dt n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 25
29 we well know God is a Holy God, and will be sanctified in such as approach unto him; we well know God is a Holy God, and will be sanctified in such as approach unto him; pns12 av vvb np1 vbz dt j np1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
30 and the uncircumcised in heart or in flesh may not come nigh unto him, Ezek 44.9. nor enter into his Sanctuary; and the uncircumcised in heart or in Flesh may not come High unto him, Ezekiel 44.9. nor enter into his Sanctuary; cc dt j p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd. ccx vvi p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
31 what order or outward ordinance of Sanctification is then prescribed in our approaches to God? To which the Apostle answereth, in stead of Circumcision of heart and flesh under the old, you must according to the direction of the New Covenant and the Gospell worship, draw near to God with an heart sprinkled from an evil Conscience, what order or outward Ordinance of Sanctification is then prescribed in our Approaches to God? To which the Apostle Answers, in stead of Circumcision of heart and Flesh under the old, you must according to the direction of the New Covenant and the Gospel worship, draw near to God with an heart sprinkled from an evil Conscience, r-crq n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1? p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j, pn22 vmb p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc dt n1 n1, vvb av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
32 and a body washed with pure water, which will be to you a ground of full assurance, which all the Ceremonies of the Law could not Create unto you. and a body washed with pure water, which will be to you a ground of full assurance, which all the Ceremonies of the Law could not Create unto you. cc dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
33 So that the words seem not to me to be at all strained: So that the words seem not to me to be At all strained: av cst dt n2 vvb xx p-acp pno11 pc-acp vbi p-acp d j-vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
34 but of their own selves by a genuine Interpretation, thus to speak, that the outward signe and inward Grace of Baptisme are the onely qualifications of such as will in full assurance of Faith draw nigh to God in Gospell administrations, but of their own selves by a genuine Interpretation, thus to speak, that the outward Signen and inward Grace of Baptism Are the only qualifications of such as will in full assurance of Faith draw High to God in Gospel administrations, cc-acp pp-f po32 d n2 p-acp dt j n1, av pc-acp vvi, cst dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 vbr dt j n2 pp-f d c-acp vmb p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
35 and the priviledges of the new Covenant; and the privileges of the new Covenant; cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
36 and in this sense and exposition I stand not alone, for Aretius saith expressely, Corpora Nostra debent esse abluta aqua pura, hoc est, Baptisme Christi debemus esse initiati: and in this sense and exposition I stand not alone, for Aretius Says expressly, Corpora Nostra debent esse abluta aqua Pura, hoc est, Baptism Christ debemus esse Initiati: cc p-acp d n1 cc n1 pns11 vvb xx j, c-acp np1 vvz av-j, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
37 Our bodies washed with pure water, that is, we ought to be initiated by the Baptisme of Christs appointment. Our bodies washed with pure water, that is, we ought to be initiated by the Baptism of Christ appointment. po12 n2 vvn p-acp j n1, cst vbz, pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
38 And Paraeus saith Intelligimus nos intus sanguine & spiritu Christi purgari, foris quod Baptismo ablui corporibus: And Pareus Says Intelligimus nos intus sanguine & spiritu Christ purgari, Foris quod Baptismo ablui corporibus: cc np1 vvz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
39 ad Sacramentum enim Baptismi Apostolus respicere videtur: ad Sacramentum enim Baptism Apostles respicere videtur: fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 np1 fw-la fw-la: (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
40 Par. in Loc. We understand an inward sprinkling of the Conscience with the Blood and Spirit of Christ, Par. in Loc. We understand an inward sprinkling of the Conscience with the Blood and Spirit of christ, np1 p-acp np1 pns12 vvb dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
41 and an outward washing the body by Baptisme; for the Apostle lookes on Baptisme. and an outward washing the body by Baptism; for the Apostle looks on Baptism. cc dt j vvg dt n1 p-acp n1; p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 28
42 The words thus explained, do plainly present to our observation, and consideration, this point of Doctrine. The words thus explained, do plainly present to our observation, and consideration, this point of Doctrine. dt n2 av vvn, vdb av-j vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc n1, d n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 28
43 Doctr. Baptisme, or washing of the Body with pure water, is a special qualification that fits us for confident approach to God. Doctrine Baptism, or washing of the Body with pure water, is a special qualification that fits us for confident approach to God. np1 n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1, vbz dt j n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 28
44 In the prosecution of this Doctrine, I shall explaine, confirme, and apply it with all convenient brevity. In the prosecution of this Doctrine, I shall explain, confirm, and apply it with all convenient brevity. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi, vvi, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 28
45 In the explication we are to enquire what is Baptisme? 2. What 'tis to approach to God with confidence? In the explication we Are to inquire what is Baptism? 2. What it's to approach to God with confidence? p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz n1? crd q-crq pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 28
46 For the first, I shall not stand upon the acceptations of the word Baptisme, nor trouble you with the various senses in which 'tis used: For the First, I shall not stand upon the acceptations of the word Baptism, nor trouble you with the various Senses in which it's used: p-acp dt ord, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1, ccx vvb pn22 p-acp dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 28
47 but taking it in its vulgar acceptation, as it denominates a Gospell ordinance and eminent piece of Gods worship, you may receive of it this description. but taking it in its Vulgar acceptation, as it denominates a Gospel Ordinance and eminent piece of God's worship, you may receive of it this description. cc-acp vvg pn31 p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 n1 cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn22 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 28
48 Baptisme is a Solemn and Religious application of water, by a lawfull Minister to a fit Subject; Baptism is a Solemn and Religious application of water, by a lawful Minister to a fit Subject; n1 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 28
49 to the signifying of the Blood of Christ, and its cleansiing property, and the Sealing of the Covenant of Grace. to the signifying of the Blood of christ, and its cleansiing property, and the Sealing of the Covenant of Grace. p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 j n1, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 28
50 In this description I will not trouble you with a logicall distribution of it, into its parts: In this description I will not trouble you with a logical distribution of it, into its parts: p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp po31 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 28
51 but propound these conclusions as helpfull to your understanding of it. Conclusion 1. Water is the outward sign and matter of Baptisme; water and no other Element; but propound these conclusions as helpful to your understanding of it. Conclusion 1. Water is the outward Signen and matter of Baptism; water and no other Element; cc-acp vvb d n2 c-acp j p-acp po22 n1 pp-f pn31. n1 crd n1 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; n1 cc dx j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 28
52 pure water without Popish mixture, or Composition with oyle, creame, spittle, or the like; pure water without Popish mixture, or Composition with oil, cream, spittle, or the like; j n1 p-acp j n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, cc dt j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 28
53 for this and this only Element the Lord appointed, and his appointment stamps on the use of it, Dignity and Authority, and justly checks the curiosity of such as are subject to contemne the simplicity of the Element, for this and this only Element the Lord appointed, and his appointment stamps on the use of it, Dignity and authority, and justly Checks the curiosity of such as Are Subject to contemn the simplicity of the Element, p-acp d cc d j n1 dt n1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 cc n1, cc av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr j-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 28
54 and advance the dignity of the Ordinance by their own dull, but daring inventions: and advance the dignity of the Ordinance by their own dull, but daring Inventions: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 d j, cc-acp j-vvg n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 28
55 and yet water being an Element, cooling heat, quenching thirst, of common use, and easie purchase, and cleansing all filthiness; and yet water being an Element, cooling heat, quenching thirst, of Common use, and easy purchase, and cleansing all filthiness; cc av n1 vbg dt n1, vvg n1, vvg n1, pp-f j n1, cc j n1, cc vvg d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 28
56 doth fitly represent unto our minds the cooling and refreshing efficacy, the plenty and easie purchase, together with the purifying property of the Blood of Christ. does fitly represent unto our minds the cooling and refreshing efficacy, the plenty and easy purchase, together with the purifying property of the Blood of christ. vdz av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j-vvg cc vvg n1, dt n1 cc j n1, av p-acp dt n-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 28
57 Conclus. 2. A solemne and Religious application of the water must be the form of Baptisme; Conclusion. 2. A solemn and Religious application of the water must be the from of Baptism; np1. crd dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
58 That water be applied to the Subject is the essentiall act of Baptisme, the manner of its application, by dipping or sprinkling, is to be guided by discretion and conveniency; That water be applied to the Subject is the essential act of Baptism, the manner of its application, by dipping or sprinkling, is to be guided by discretion and conveniency; cst n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
59 though we deny not dipping to have been used in the Primitive Churches, in the hot Eastern Countries, where with safety and conveniency it might be used; though we deny not dipping to have been used in the Primitive Churches, in the hight Eastern Countries, where with safety and conveniency it might be used; cs pns12 vvb xx vvg pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt j n2, p-acp dt j j n2, c-crq p-acp n1 cc n1 pn31 vmd vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
60 and we grant (all other things concurring) dipping to be a lawfull application of the water, and we grant (all other things concurring) dipping to be a lawful application of the water, cc pns12 vvb (d n-jn n2 vvg) vvg pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
61 yet it is not essentially and indispensably necessary, as the Anabaptists do too zealously contend: yet it is not essentially and indispensably necessary, as the Anabaptists do too zealously contend: av pn31 vbz xx av-j cc av-j j, c-acp dt np1 vdb av av-j vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
62 but it is both lawfull and sufficient that the water be poured or sprinkled on the Subject which hath been the allowed practise of the Church; but it is both lawful and sufficient that the water be poured or sprinkled on the Subject which hath been the allowed practice of the Church; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-d j cc j cst dt n1 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn r-crq vhz vbn dt vvn n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
63 and the word Baptize, signifying any kind of washing, by sprinkling, pouring on, or dipping: and the word Baptise, signifying any kind of washing, by sprinkling, pouring on, or dipping: cc dt n1 vvb, vvg d n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp vvg, vvg a-acp, cc vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
64 and the measure, or quantity of water being no more essentiall to Baptisme then of Bread and Wine to the Lords Supper, will allow it; and the measure, or quantity of water being no more essential to Baptism then of Bred and Wine to the lords Supper, will allow it; cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbg av-dx av-dc j p-acp n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, vmb vvi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
65 and the Holy Ghost mentioneth the blood of Christ as Cleansing by sprinkling 1 Pet. 1.2. by way of allusion to this act in Baptisme, as the analogie thereof: and the Holy Ghost mentioneth the blood of christ as Cleansing by sprinkling 1 Pet. 1.2. by Way of allusion to this act in Baptism, as the analogy thereof: cc dt j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg p-acp vvg crd np1 crd. p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
66 and it is more then probable that Baptisme in houses, as was that of the Jaylors, Act. 16.33. was Administred by sprinkling or pouring on, not by dipping; and it is more then probable that Baptism in houses, as was that of the Jailors, Act. 16.33. was Administered by sprinkling or pouring on, not by dipping; cc pn31 vbz dc cs j cst n1 p-acp n2, c-acp vbds d pp-f dt n2, n1 crd. vbds vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg a-acp, xx p-acp vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
67 and the weakness of Children, and coldness of our climate is a just Reason for this manner of Application; and the weakness of Children, and coldness of our climate is a just Reason for this manner of Application; cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
68 so that either of these may be used without contention. so that either of these may be used without contention. av cst d pp-f d vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 28
69 Water what way soever, must be Solemnly and religiously applyed in the holy form, and with the holy Rites which God hath appointed; Water what Way soever, must be Solemnly and religiously applied in the holy from, and with the holy Rites which God hath appointed; n1 r-crq n1 av, vmb vbi av-j cc av-j vvd p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
70 for every common washing or application is not Baptisme: but water consecrated by the word of institution and prayer; for every Common washing or application is not Baptism: but water consecrated by the word of Institution and prayer; p-acp d j n-vvg cc n1 vbz xx n1: p-acp n1 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
71 and as an act of worship to God, and argument of faith applied in the name (that is by the appointment, and as an act of worship to God, and argument of faith applied in the name (that is by the appointment, cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 (cst vbz p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
72 and to the dedication of the person Baptized to faith in, and holy profession) of Father Son and Holy Ghost; is the Sacrament of Baptism; and to the dedication of the person Baptised to faith in, and holy profession) of Father Son and Holy Ghost; is the Sacrament of Baptism; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j-vvn p-acp n1 p-acp, cc j n1) pp-f n1 n1 cc j n1; vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
73 so that as the Apostle doth well check the horrid prophaneness of such as deemed the common eating of bread, so that as the Apostle does well check the horrid profaneness of such as deemed the Common eating of bred, av cst p-acp dt n1 vdz av vvi dt j n1 pp-f d c-acp vvd dt j n-vvg pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
74 and drinking of wine to be the Lords Supper, by declaring The Cup of blessing which we blesse is the Communion of the blood of Christ, and drinking of wine to be the lords Supper, by declaring The Cup of blessing which we bless is the Communion of the blood of christ, cc vvg pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
75 and the Bread which we break is the Communion of the body of Christ, 1 Cor. 10.16. thereby pointing unto the solemne and Religious Rites which must distinguish the Lords Supper from common eating and drinking; and the Bred which we break is the Communion of the body of christ, 1 Cor. 10.16. thereby pointing unto the solemn and Religious Rites which must distinguish the lords Supper from Common eating and drinking; cc dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. av vvg p-acp dt j cc j n2 r-crq vmb vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp j n-vvg cc vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
76 so the Solemne and Religious Application of water distinguisheth the Sacrament of Baptisme from all other common washing. so the Solemn and Religious Application of water Distinguisheth the Sacrament of Baptism from all other Common washing. av dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j-jn j n-vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 28
77 Conclus. 3. Baptisme must be administred by a lawfull Minister; this water may not be applied by every or any private hand; Conclusion. 3. Baptism must be administered by a lawful Minister; this water may not be applied by every or any private hand; np1. crd n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1; d n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d cc d j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
78 the Lord Jesus hath joyned it in Commission with teaching and discipling, so that such only that have the Authority of the one have the Authority of the other; the Lord jesus hath joined it in Commission with teaching and discipling, so that such only that have the authority of the one have the authority of the other; dt n1 np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg cc n1, av cst d j cst vhb dt n1 pp-f dt crd vhb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
79 Baptisme is on all hands agreed on to be an act of office and Authority, and not to be given by men out of office; Baptism is on all hands agreed on to be an act of office and authority, and not to be given by men out of office; n1 vbz p-acp d n2 vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 av pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
80 it is a Seale which must be stamped (not by a childish impression: it is a Seal which must be stamped (not by a childish impression: pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn (xx p-acp dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
81 but) with Power and Authority, to make it valid, a ground of faith, pleadable in prayer; but) with Power and authority, to make it valid, a ground of faith, pleadable in prayer; cc-acp) p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j, dt n1 pp-f n1, j p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
82 so that the Baptisme of women and private Persons (on what pretended necessity soever it be) is wicked and prophane; so that the Baptism of women and private Persons (on what pretended necessity soever it be) is wicked and profane; av cst dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2 (p-acp r-crq j-vvn n1 av pn31 vbb) vbz j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
83 nay in my judgement is void and null, and not to be salved with a quod fieri non debuit factum valet, that unlawfull things are valid when past and done; nay in my judgement is void and null, and not to be salved with a quod fieri non Debt factum valet, that unlawful things Are valid when past and done; uh-x p-acp po11 n1 vbz j cc vvi, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, cst j n2 vbr j c-crq j cc vdn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
84 though I cannot with the Donatists grant that the efficacy of the Ordinance depends on the dignity of the Administrator, though I cannot with the Donatists grant that the efficacy of the Ordinance depends on the dignity of the Administrator, cs pns11 vmbx p-acp dt n2 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
85 yet I cannot but believe that the Authority of the institutor is essentiall to every Gospell Ordinance to the Church, yet I cannot but believe that the authority of the institutor is essential to every Gospel Ordinance to the Church, av pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
86 and must be found in every Administrator; and must be found in every Administrator; cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
87 Ordained Ministers must give us Sacraments, I and preach the Word too if we will not be cheated of Salvation, Ordained Ministers must give us Sacraments, I and preach the Word too if we will not be cheated of Salvation, vvn n2 vmb vvi pno12 n2, pns11 cc vvi dt n1 av cs pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
88 and content our selves with mock Ordinances; and content our selves with mock Ordinances; cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
89 my muddy brains could never yet conceive the God of Order to make Office and Authority essentiall to politicall transactions in Kingdomes and Commonwealths, my muddy brains could never yet conceive the God of Order to make Office and authority essential to political transactions in Kingdoms and Commonwealths, po11 j n2 vmd av-x av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 j p-acp j n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
90 and yet to leave his Church in such confusion, that the great Affaires of Salvation shall be dispenced by every common hand; and yet to leave his Church in such confusion, that the great Affairs of Salvation shall be dispensed by every Common hand; cc av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst dt j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
91 as if his care were more for the world then the Church, which if it be, I will never go to the House of God to behold the beauty of his Holiness, which shines more brightly in the wide Wilderness. as if his care were more for the world then the Church, which if it be, I will never go to the House of God to behold the beauty of his Holiness, which shines more brightly in the wide Wilderness. c-acp cs po31 n1 vbdr av-dc p-acp dt n1 av dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbb, pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvz av-dc av-j p-acp dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 28
92 Conclus. 4. Baptisme must be administred unto fit subjects: all Subjects sute not the Ordinance; Conclusion. 4. Baptism must be administered unto fit subject's: all Subject's suit not the Ordinance; np1. crd n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2-jn: d n2-jn n1 xx dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 28
93 Creatures insensible and irrationall are incapable of the Grace of God, and these holy Administrations thereof; Creatures insensible and irrational Are incapable of the Grace of God, and these holy Administrations thereof; n2 j cc j vbr j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d j n2 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 28
94 the baptizing of Bels, Churches, Fonts, &c. is a piece of Consecration, neither prescribed nor allowed in the New Testament; the baptizing of Bells, Churches, Fonts, etc. is a piece of Consecration, neither prescribed nor allowed in the New Testament; dt vvg pp-f n2, n2, np1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av-dx vvn ccx vvn p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 28
95 but to be damned as prophane and superstitious; but to be damned as profane and superstitious; cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 28
96 they must be the subjects of Life and Reason that will lie in the least Capacity of Grace and Holiness; they must be the subject's of Life and Reason that will lie in the least Capacity of Grace and Holiness; pns32 vmb vbi dt n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 28
97 and such are the Sons of men. Sons of men are Subjects capable of Grace and Holinesse: and such Are the Sons of men. Sons of men Are Subject's capable of Grace and Holiness: cc d vbr dt n2 pp-f n2. n2 pp-f n2 vbr n2-jn j pp-f n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 28
98 but the speciall dispensations thereof in the Covenant of Grace, and its Seales, calls for speciall qualifications; but the special dispensations thereof in the Covenant of Grace, and its Seals, calls for special qualifications; p-acp dt j n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n2, vvz p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
99 and therefore Baptisme may not be given to men as men, and meerely the sons of Adam, no, they must first be the seed of Abraham, Gen. 17.13. and Therefore Baptism may not be given to men as men, and merely the Sons of Adam, no, they must First be the seed of Abraham, Gen. 17.13. cc av n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2 c-acp n2, cc av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, av-dx, pns32 vmb ord vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
100 for the Covenant of God must be in their flesh, and by Preaching they must be discipled into the Christian Church, for the Covenant of God must be in their Flesh, and by Preaching they must be discipled into the Christian Church, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp vvg pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt njp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
101 and see that the Promise is to them and to their Children before they be Baptized Act. 2.38, 39. for Baptisme must be the Seale of the Righteousness of faith, which we have being not yet Baptized, Rom. 4.11. so that the fit Subjects for Baptisme must be not only men, but Faederati, such as Covenant with God, to whom the Promise may be judged to belong: and see that the Promise is to them and to their Children before they be Baptised Act. 2.38, 39. for Baptism must be the Seal of the Righteousness of faith, which we have being not yet Baptised, Rom. 4.11. so that the fit Subject's for Baptism must be not only men, but Faederati, such as Covenant with God, to whom the Promise may be judged to belong: cc vvb cst dt vvb vbz p-acp pno32 cc p-acp po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vbb j-vvn n1 crd, crd p-acp n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vbg xx av j-vvn, np1 crd. av cst dt j n2-jn p-acp n1 vmb vbi xx j n2, cc-acp np1, d c-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
102 they must be made Christians, and lay hold on the Covenant of God, and then be Baptised; they must be made Christians, and lay hold on the Covenant of God, and then be Baptised; pns32 vmb vbi vvn np1, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vbi j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
103 I could drive out of your common discourse an ordinary terme relating to Baptisme (viz such a one is Christned) if I did not hope you well understand it: I could drive out of your Common discourse an ordinary term relating to Baptism (videlicet such a one is Christened) if I did not hope you well understand it: pns11 vmd vvi av pp-f po22 j n1 dt j n1 vvg p-acp n1 (av d dt pi vbz vvn) cs pns11 vdd xx vvi pn22 av vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
104 Baptisme may Christianum dicere, declare and pronounce a man a Christian: but it doth not Christianum facere, make a Christian; Baptism may Christian dicere, declare and pronounce a man a Christian: but it does not Christian facere, make a Christian; n1 vmb np1 fw-la, vvb cc vvi dt n1 dt njp: p-acp pn31 vdz xx np1 fw-la, vvb dt njp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
105 if your Children be not made Christ•ans by the extent of the Covenant to believers and their seed, bring them not to me to be Baptized; if your Children be not made Christ•ans by the extent of the Covenant to believers and their seed, bring them not to me to be Baptised; cs po22 n2 vbb xx vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 cc po32 n1, vvb pno32 xx p-acp pno11 pc-acp vbi j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
106 most cursedly prophane was the cruelty of the Spanish Papists in America, who with whips and scourges drave the unchristanized untaught Indians to the Fonts to be Baptized; most cursedly profane was the cruelty of the Spanish Papists in America, who with whips and scourges drave the unchristanized untaught Indians to the Fonts to be Baptised; av-ds av-vvn vvi vbds dt n1 pp-f dt jp njp2 a-acp np1, r-crq p-acp n2 cc vvz vvd dt vvn j np1 p-acp dt np1 pc-acp vbi j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
107 for that Baptisme belongs to none but Christs disciples, and Covenant People. for that Baptism belongs to none but Christ Disciples, and Covenant People. c-acp cst n1 vvz p-acp pix p-acp npg1 n2, cc n1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 28
108 Baptisme belongs to all Christs Disciples and Gods Covenant People, so that none of them may without sin, Baptism belongs to all Christ Disciples and God's Covenant People, so that none of them may without since, n1 vvz p-acp d npg1 n2 cc ng1 n1 n1, av cst pix pp-f pno32 vmb p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
109 nay sacriledg be barred from Baptisme; nay sacrilege be barred from Baptism; uh-x n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
110 and these are resolved into two ranks, and known by two names in the Church (viz) Infidells converted to the faith, and these Are resolved into two ranks, and known by two names in the Church (videlicet) Infidels converted to the faith, cc d vbr vvn p-acp crd n2, cc vvn p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1 (av) n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
111 and the Infants of one or both Christian Parents: and the Infants of one or both Christian Parents: cc dt n2 pp-f crd cc av-d njp n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
112 These two are the orders into which Gods faederates have been Ranked, ever since Gods Covenant was established, These two Are the order into which God's faederates have been Ranked, ever since God's Covenant was established, d crd vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq n2 n2 vhb vbn vvn, av c-acp npg1 n1 vbds vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
113 and his Church was estated in Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and their seed: and his Church was estated in Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and their seed: cc po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, np1 cc np1, cc po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
114 as to the first of them, they are on all hands consented to as fit and proper Subjects, onely our over-pious age hath started the quaery, as to the First of them, they Are on all hands consented to as fit and proper Subject's, only our over-pious age hath started the query, c-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp p-acp j cc j n2-jn, av-j po12 j n1 vhz vvn dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
115 How and when they must be judged converted to the faith? which I must needs resolve to be by a profession of saving faith, not the saving Profession of faith, and possession of sincere Grace which the Congregating Anabaptists call for; How and when they must be judged converted to the faith? which I must needs resolve to be by a profession of Saving faith, not the Saving Profession of faith, and possession of sincere Grace which the Congregating Anabaptists call for; c-crq cc c-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn vvn p-acp dt n1? r-crq pns11 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1, xx dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f j n1 r-crq dt j-vvg np1 vvi p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
116 sincere grace and saving Profession must be the soules care, and ground of joy: sincere grace and Saving Profession must be the Souls care, and ground of joy: j n1 cc vvg n1 vmb vbi dt ng1 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
117 but cannot be the signe that shall guide the Church in giving the Sacrament of Baptisme; but cannot be the Signen that shall guide the Church in giving the Sacrament of Baptism; cc-acp vmbx vbi dt n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
118 assoon as they professed to believe, Philip Preaching the things of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were Baptized both men and women, Act. 8.12. Philip required no more of the Eunuch in v. 37. and when I hear Peter declared Simon the Sorcerer to be after his Baptisme in the Gall of bitterness, and bond of iniquity, as v. 23. I perceive they in whose company he was Baptized yielded no more; As soon as they professed to believe, Philip Preaching the things of God, and the name of jesus christ, they were Baptised both men and women, Act. 8.12. Philip required no more of the Eunuch in v. 37. and when I hear Peter declared Simon the Sorcerer to be After his Baptism in the Gall of bitterness, and bound of iniquity, as v. 23. I perceive they in whose company he was Baptised yielded no more; av c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi, np1 vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns32 vbdr j-vvn d n2 cc n2, n1 crd. np1 vvd dx dc pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 crd cc q-crq pns11 vvb np1 vvn np1 dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp n1 crd pns11 vvb pns32 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vbds j-vvn vvd av-dx av-dc; (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
119 and when I remember Annànias and Saphira, Demas, and other Baptized Persons proved hypocrites and reprobates; and when I Remember Annànias and Sapphira, Demas, and other Baptised Persons proved Hypocrites and Reprobates; cc c-crq pns11 vvb npg1 cc np1, np1, cc j-jn j-vvn n2 vvn n2 cc n2-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
120 I cannot believe they possessed sincere Grace, or made a saving Profession, though they professed saving Faith; I cannot yet turn Arminian and believe true Grace, may be finally and totally lost, I cannot believe they possessed sincere Grace, or made a Saving Profession, though they professed Saving Faith; I cannot yet turn Arminian and believe true Grace, may be finally and totally lost, pns11 vmbx vvi pns32 vvd j n1, cc j-vvn dt j-vvg n1, c-acp pns32 vvd vvg n1; pns11 vmbx av vvi np1 cc vvb j n1, vmb vbi av-j cc av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
121 and a man may be a child of God to day, and a child of the Devill to morrow; and a man may be a child of God to day, and a child of the devil to morrow; cc dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
122 I have not faith enough to believe that when God made me a Minister, he made me a God, and endowed me with the property of to searching the heart: I have not faith enough to believe that when God made me a Minister, he made me a God, and endowed me with the property of to searching the heart: pns11 vhb xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cst c-crq np1 vvd pno11 dt n1, pns31 vvd pno11 dt np1, cc vvd pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f p-acp vvg dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
123 nor have I wit enough to conceive that God making me a Steward of his Misteries, prescribes to my as my guide the qualification of subjects, which lies beyond my knowledg. nor have I wit enough to conceive that God making me a Steward of his Mysteres, prescribes to my as my guide the qualification of subject's, which lies beyond my knowledge. ccx vhb pns11 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvg pno11 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vvz p-acp po11 p-acp po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vvz p-acp po11 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
124 I believe the grosse enormities of many baptized Saints (as they call themselves) hath convinced them, that true Grace is not within their sight, I believe the gross enormities of many baptised Saints (as they call themselves) hath convinced them, that true Grace is not within their sighed, pns11 vvb dt j n2 pp-f d j-vvn n2 (c-acp pns32 vvb px32) vhz vvn pno32, cst j n1 vbz xx p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
125 but they may and have baptized hypocrites: but they may and have baptised Hypocrites: cc-acp pns32 vmb cc vhb vvn n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
126 why then do they call for that qualification God hath not directed and they can not discern? God hath made the tongue the trumpet of the heart, why then do they call for that qualification God hath not directed and they can not discern? God hath made the tongue the trumpet of the heart, c-crq av vdb pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 np1 vhz xx vvn cc pns32 vmb xx vvi? np1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
127 and I can better hope men will not play the hypocrite and make that utter an uncertain sound, and I can better hope men will not play the hypocrite and make that utter an uncertain found, cc pns11 vmb av-jc vvi n2 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cc vvi d vvi dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
128 then I can know the sincerity of their Grace. then I can know the sincerity of their Grace. cs pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 28
129 Though Infidels converted to the Faith be generally resolved within the Covenant, yet since the dayes of Balthazar Pacimontanus, (who pretending to have derived his fancy from Luther, constrained Luther to write against him in the year of our Lord, 1527.) The Right of Infants to the Covenant of God, Though Infidels converted to the Faith be generally resolved within the Covenant, yet since the days of Balthazar Pacimontanus, (who pretending to have derived his fancy from Luther, constrained Luther to write against him in the year of our Lord, 1527.) The Right of Infants to the Covenant of God, c-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 vbb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, (r-crq vvg pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1 p-acp np1, vvn np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, crd) dt n-jn pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 28
130 and consequently their capacity for Baptisme hath been called in question, and of late yeares hath met with most high and violent (though irrational and unscripturall opposition) wherein I cannot but admire at the erroneous industry of the Antipaedobaptists, to curtail Gods Covenant, cut off their seed from the priviledges of Grace, and consequently their capacity for Baptism hath been called in question, and of late Years hath met with most high and violent (though irrational and unscriptural opposition) wherein I cannot but admire At the erroneous industry of the Antipaedobaptists, to curtail God's Covenant, Cut off their seed from the privileges of Grace, cc av-j po32 n1 p-acp n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1, cc pp-f j n2 vhz vvn p-acp ds j cc j (cs j cc j n1) c-crq pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np1, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, vvn a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 28
131 and cast away their own reasons, blinding their eyes against plaine demonstrations of Scripture, and the Antient enjoyments of the Church; and cast away their own Reasons, blinding their eyes against plain demonstrations of Scripture, and the Ancient enjoyments of the Church; cc vvd av po32 d n2, vvg po32 n2 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 28
132 wherein we must see better warrant before we strike hands with them, and be of their uncharitable beliefe; wherein we must see better warrant before we strike hands with them, and be of their uncharitable belief; c-crq pns12 vmb vvi jc n1 c-acp pns12 vvb n2 p-acp pno32, cc vbi pp-f po32 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 28
133 for if I know any thing of the method of Gods Covenant, or in the least how to Reason from Scriptures, It is as cleare as the Sun that the Infants of believing Parents, Gods Covenant People, for if I know any thing of the method of God's Covenant, or in the least how to Reason from Scriptures, It is as clear as the Sun that the Infants of believing Parents, God's Covenant People, c-acp cs pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc p-acp dt ds c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1 cst dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, ng1 n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 28
134 whilst Infants, and as their naturall seed are Gods faederates, and within his Covenant, and so fit Subjects of Baptisme. while Infants, and as their natural seed Are God's faederates, and within his Covenant, and so fit Subject's of Baptism. cs n2, cc p-acp po32 j n1 vbr ng1 n2, cc p-acp po31 n1, cc av j n2-jn pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 28
135 In politicall and all civill transactions of men, we find all the world over that Covenants made from or to parents, do usually include children as their children, In political and all civil transactions of men, we find all the world over that Covenants made from or to Parents, do usually include children as their children, p-acp j cc d j n2 pp-f n2, pns12 vvb d dt n1 p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp cc p-acp n2, vdb av-j vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
136 so that by that very relation, without any new formall contract, they claime Priviledges, and stand bound to duty; so that by that very Relation, without any new formal contract, they claim Privileges, and stand bound to duty; av cst p-acp d j n1, p-acp d j j n1, pns32 vvb n2, cc vvb vvn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
137 and when I consider Gods way of dealing to be according to mans capacity and humane method, I have no ground on which to imagine that he hath inverted the order, and when I Consider God's Way of dealing to be according to men capacity and humane method, I have no ground on which to imagine that he hath inverted the order, cc c-crq pns11 vvb npg1 n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp ng1 n1 cc j n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
138 and cut off Relation in the conveighing of the priviledges of Grace, and constituting a peculiar People to himselfe; and Cut off Relation in the conveying of the privileges of Grace, and constituting a peculiar People to himself; cc vvd a-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp px31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
139 for Gods speciall dispensations do ordinarily run in the same Channell, though not with the same Latitude that his Generall Providences do: for God's special dispensations do ordinarily run in the same Channel, though not with the same Latitude that his General Providences do: c-acp ng1 j n2 vdb av-j vvi p-acp dt d n1, cs xx p-acp dt d n1 cst po31 n1 n2 vdb: (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
140 and then when God after the manner of men assumes to himselfe a Kingdom, without doubt he confers Honours on and looks for Loyalty from his subjects, and then when God After the manner of men assumes to himself a Kingdom, without doubt he confers Honours on and looks for Loyalty from his subject's, cc av c-crq np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp px31 dt n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vvz ng1 a-acp cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
141 and their seed or off-spring, who as their seed are born heires of such Honour and duty. and their seed or offspring, who as their seed Are born Heirs of such Honour and duty. cc po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vbr vvn n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 28
142 Further in all the transactions of God with man ever since he had a being, the Covenant hath extended to his seed, Further in all the transactions of God with man ever since he had a being, the Covenant hath extended to his seed, jc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 av c-acp pns31 vhd dt n1, dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
143 as his seed, without any personall qualification, all that know any thing of Gods dealing with Adam, know the Covenant of works was made to him for himselfe, as his seed, without any personal qualification, all that know any thing of God's dealing with Adam, know the Covenant of works was made to him for himself, c-acp po31 n1, p-acp d j n1, d cst vvb d n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp np1, vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp px31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
144 and his seed as they were his naturall seed, he received priviledges for himselfe and them, and his seed as they were his natural seed, he received privileges for himself and them, cc po31 n1 c-acp pns32 vbdr po31 j n1, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp px31 cc pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
145 and so he lost them, and by one mans disobedience we were all made sinners; and so he lost them, and by one men disobedience we were all made Sinners; cc av pns31 vvd pno32, cc p-acp crd vvz n1 pns12 vbdr d vvn n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
146 if this were Gods method in the Covenant of works, we must have good reasons to make us believe it is altered in the extent and Administration of the Covenant of Grace: if this were God's method in the Covenant of works, we must have good Reasons to make us believe it is altered in the extent and Administration of the Covenant of Grace: cs d vbdr npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vmb vhi j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
147 but not to stand on Generall equity and demonstrations, the Scripture doth by plain and clear instances in both Old and New Testament evidence the children of men under the Covenant of Grace, to be also in Covenant as they are their naturall issue; but not to stand on General equity and demonstrations, the Scripture does by plain and clear instances in both Old and New Testament evidence the children of men under the Covenant of Grace, to be also in Covenant as they Are their natural issue; cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 n1 cc n2, dt n1 vdz p-acp n1 cc j n2 p-acp d j cc j n1 n1 dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi av p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vbr po32 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
148 There is nothing plainer in Scripture then that when the Covenant of Grace was established in Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, it was extended to their naturall seed; There is nothing plainer in Scripture then that when the Covenant of Grace was established in Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, it was extended to their natural seed; pc-acp vbz pix jc p-acp n1 av cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, np1 cc np1, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po32 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
149 their children, as their children even in infancy, and before they attained to any Personall qualifications were in Covenant, and the children of God; their children, as their children even in infancy, and before they attained to any Personal qualifications were in Covenant, and the children of God; po32 n2, c-acp po32 n2 av p-acp n1, cc c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp d j n2 vbdr p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
150 This is expressed in the very form of the Covenant, Gen. 17.7. I will be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee: This is expressed in the very from of the Covenant, Gen. 17.7. I will be a God unto thee, and to thy seed After thee: d vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno21, cc p-acp po21 n1 p-acp pno21: (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
151 This is evidenced by Circumcision, the Seale of the Covenant set in their flesh on this very ground, This is evidenced by Circumcision, the Seal of the Covenant Set in their Flesh on this very ground, d vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
152 and that at eight dayes old, whilst infants, unable to any personall acts of Abrahams faith, and that At eight days old, while Infants, unable to any personal acts of Abrahams faith, cc cst p-acp crd n2 j, cs n2, j p-acp d j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
153 and it must needs be most grosse ignorance to say that Circumsion Sealed to the naturall issue of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob the land of Canaan and Promise thereof, and it must needs be most gross ignorance to say that Circumcision Sealed to the natural issue of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob the land of Canaan and Promise thereof, cc pn31 vmb av vbb av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvb av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
154 but not the Covenant of Grace, whilst the matter sealed, and very ground on which every man child must be Circumcised, is expressely declared to be, I will be thy God, and the God of thy seed: but not the Covenant of Grace, while the matter sealed, and very ground on which every man child must be Circumcised, is expressly declared to be, I will be thy God, and the God of thy seed: cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 vvd, cc j n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 n1 vmb vbi j-vvn, vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi, pns11 vmb vbi po21 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
155 whilst the Holy Ghost tells us Circumcision was the seale of the Righteousness of faith, which is the Covenant of Grace, Rom. 4.11. and Circumcision was set on the flesh of the Profelyted Gentiles, who never claimed nor possessed by the vertue thereof, any portion of Canaan the land of Promise; while the Holy Ghost tells us Circumcision was the seal of the Righteousness of faith, which is the Covenant of Grace, Rom. 4.11. and Circumcision was Set on the Flesh of the Profelyted Gentiles, who never claimed nor possessed by the virtue thereof, any portion of Canaan the land of Promise; cs dt j n1 vvz pno12 n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n2-j, r-crq av-x vvd ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 av, d n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
156 so that if this were the onely matter Sealed by Circumcision, it did to them. Seale a blank, and they had by it no benefit; so that if this were the only matter Sealed by Circumcision, it did to them. Seal a blank, and they had by it no benefit; av cst cs d vbdr dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vdd p-acp pno32. np1 dt j, cc pns32 vhd p-acp pn31 dx n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
157 again, God doth lay an eminent claime to the naturall issue of the Jewes, in their very Apostasies from him, again, God does lay an eminent claim to the natural issue of the Jews, in their very Apostasies from him, av, np1 vdz vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
158 when he calls them out of Egypt, he doth it with an especial claime, let my People go, Exod. 5.1. when he chargeth them with duty, he enforceth it with relation, ye are the children of the Lord your God, Deut. 14.1. when he calls them out of Egypt, he does it with an especial claim, let my People go, Exod 5.1. when he charges them with duty, he enforceth it with Relation, you Are the children of the Lord your God, Deuteronomy 14.1. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 av pp-f np1, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, vvb po11 n1 vvi, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 po22 n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
159 when he chides their abominable Idolatry, he aggravates it by the sacriledg, owning his own title, Thou hast taken thy sons and thy daughters which thou hast born unto me, when he chides their abominable Idolatry, he aggravates it by the sacrilege, owning his own title, Thou hast taken thy Sons and thy daughters which thou hast born unto me, c-crq pns31 vvz po32 j n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, vvg po31 d n1, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n2 cc po21 n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno11, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
160 and sacrificed, &c. Thou hast slain my Children, and delivered them to cause them to passe through the fire; and sacrificed, etc. Thou hast slave my Children, and Delivered them to cause them to pass through the fire; cc vvn, av pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n2, cc vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
161 for them in Ezek. 16.20, 21. When he chastiseth them, he comes to them as a Father, Ye children of Israel you onely have I known as mine, therefore I will visit you for your iniquities, Amos. 3.1, 2. and when he comes to deliver them from afflictions, their sins provoke to continue; for them in Ezekiel 16.20, 21. When he Chastiseth them, he comes to them as a Father, You children of Israel you only have I known as mine, Therefore I will visit you for your iniquities, Amos. 3.1, 2. and when he comes to deliver them from afflictions, their Sins provoke to continue; p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 crd, crd c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, pn22 n2 pp-f np1 pn22 av-j vhb pns11 vvn c-acp png11, av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2, np1 crd, crd cc q-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2, po32 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
162 the Covenant made with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is the onely cogent reason thereunto; this is pleaded as the prevalent argument and ground of faith in prayer, Exod. 32.14. Isa. 64.9. the Covenant made with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is the only cogent reason thereunto; this is pleaded as the prevalent argument and ground of faith in prayer, Exod 32.14. Isaiah 64.9. dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, np1 cc np1 vbz dt j j n1 av; d vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
163 And affectionately resented by the Lord, Levit. 26.42. Ezekiel 16.59, 60. I might deal with thee as thou hast done when thou didst despise the Oath in breaking the Covenant, neverthelesse I will rememember my Covenant made with thee in the dayes of thy youth: And affectionately resented by the Lord, Levit. 26.42. Ezekielem 16.59, 60. I might deal with thee as thou hast done when thou didst despise the Oath in breaking the Covenant, nevertheless I will Remember my Covenant made with thee in the days of thy youth: cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 crd, crd pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno21 c-acp pns21 vh2 vdn c-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, av pns11 vmb vvb po11 n1 vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
164 when I consider this carriadge of God toward Israel according to the flesh, I cannot without blasphemy but think God to be more just then to lay such a speciall claime under the series of his dispensation towards Israel, when I Consider this carriage of God towards Israel according to the Flesh, I cannot without blasphemy but think God to be more just then to lay such a special claim under the series of his Dispensation towards Israel, c-crq pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmbx p-acp n1 cc-acp vvb np1 pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs pc-acp vvi d dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
165 if by his Covenant with their Fathers he had not a cleare and unquestionable title to the posterity: if by his Covenant with their Father's he had not a clear and unquestionable title to the posterity: cs p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vhd xx dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
166 and it is to me a most senselesse and dull evasion, to say that Israel were Gods People by right of Creation as wool, and hempe, and flax are his, and it is to me a most senseless and dull evasion, to say that Israel were God's People by right of Creation as wool, and hemp, and flax Are his, cc pn31 vbz p-acp pno11 dt av-ds j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbdr npg1 n1 p-acp n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbr png31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
167 whilst he himselfe tells us, he had chosen them to be a precious People unto himselfe, above all people that are upon the earth, Deut. 14.2. and you onely have I known above all the families of the earth. Amos 3.2. while he himself tells us, he had chosen them to be a precious People unto himself, above all people that Are upon the earth, Deuteronomy 14.2. and you only have I known above all the families of the earth. Amos 3.2. cs pns31 px31 vvz pno12, pns31 vhd vvn pno32 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp px31, p-acp d n1 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cc pn22 av-j vhb pns11 vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
168 Where doth God say of any Nation they are my people Israel excepted, and is not the transmission of the Covenant to the Gentiles, that which makes them who were not a People, to be the People of the living God? and unto this it may further be added that our Saviour in the very rejection of the Jewes, Where does God say of any nation they Are my people Israel excepted, and is not the transmission of the Covenant to the Gentiles, that which makes them who were not a People, to be the People of the living God? and unto this it may further be added that our Saviour in the very rejection of the Jews, q-crq vdz np1 vvi pp-f d n1 pns32 vbr po11 n1 np1 vvn, cc vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2-j, cst r-crq vvz pno32 r-crq vbdr xx dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1? cc p-acp d pn31 vmb jc vbi vvn d po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
169 when he declares them to be of their father the devill denieth them not to be the children of Abraham (John 8) nay, declareth them to be Children in the Right to the Grace he brought into the world, in comparison of whom the Gentiles are called dogs, Mat. 15.26. when he declares them to be of their father the Devil Denieth them not to be the children of Abraham (John 8) nay, Declareth them to be Children in the Right to the Grace he brought into the world, in comparison of whom the Gentiles Are called Dogs, Mathew 15.26. c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi pp-f po32 n1 dt n1 vvz pno32 xx pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1 (np1 crd) uh-x, vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f ro-crq dt n2-j vbr vvn n2, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
170 Nay, and ownes them as children of the Kingdome of Heaven, Mat. 8.11. Nay, and owns them as children of the Kingdom of Heaven, Mathew 8.11. uh-x, cc vvz pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
171 And St. Paul lamenting the rejection of his Kinsfolke, aggravates their present miseries by their past mercies, reckoning up their priviledges Adoption, Glory, Covenants, Oracles, the giving of the Law, the Service of God, the Promises, the Fathers, And Saint Paul lamenting the rejection of his Kinsfolk, aggravates their present misery's by their past Mercies, reckoning up their privileges Adoption, Glory, Covenants, Oracles, the giving of the Law, the Service of God, the Promises, the Father's, cc n1 np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz po32 j n2 p-acp po32 j n2, vvg a-acp po32 n2 n1, n1, n2, n2, dt vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt vvz, dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
172 and the coming of Christ concerning the flesh, (but not a word of Canaan, the great dreamed of Priviledge in Anabaptist view) and determines these belonged not to Israel heires of Abrahams faith, and the coming of christ Concerning the Flesh, (but not a word of Canaan, the great dreamed of Privilege in Anabaptist view) and determines these belonged not to Israel Heirs of Abrahams faith, cc dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vvg dt n1, (cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j vvd pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vvb) cc vvz d vvd xx p-acp np1 n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
173 but to Israel his kinsfolk according to the flesh, even the naturall issue of Abraham Isaac and Jacob. but to Israel his kinsfolk according to the Flesh, even the natural issue of Abraham Isaac and Jacob. cc-acp pc-acp np1 po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, av dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 cc np1 (8) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 28
174 By all this, and much more that hath been said by others, and might be by me, it is more then manifest, that during the dispensations of the Covenant under the Law, By all this, and much more that hath been said by Others, and might be by me, it is more then manifest, that during the dispensations of the Covenant under the Law, p-acp d d, cc av-d av-dc cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp n2-jn, cc vmd vbi p-acp pno11, pn31 vbz dc cs j, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
175 and to the Jewes the children of Gods Covenant People, even as their children and without personall acts of faith were in Covenant with God, and to the Jews the children of God's Covenant People, even as their children and without personal acts of faith were in Covenant with God, cc p-acp dt np2 dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 n1, av c-acp po32 n2 cc p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
176 and subjects capable of the initiating Seale thereof; and subject's capable of the initiating Seal thereof; cc n2-jn j pp-f dt vvg n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
177 and me thinks under the Gospell if (as undoubtedly it is) the Covenant be substantially the same, though ministerially different: and me thinks under the Gospel if (as undoubtedly it is) the Covenant be substantially the same, though ministerially different: cc pno11 vvz p-acp dt n1 cs (c-acp av-j pn31 vbz) dt n1 vbb av-j dt d, c-acp av-jn j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
178 men should have more reason then to release such a priviledge without a very plain and clear reversall in the New Testament, men should have more reason then to release such a privilege without a very plain and clear reversal in the New Testament, n2 vmd vhi dc n1 cs pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc j j p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
179 and limitation of the Covenant to adult and actuall believers, which my dimme sight could never yet read, nor dull brain conceive: and limitation of the Covenant to adult and actual believers, which my dim sighed could never yet read, nor dull brain conceive: cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc j n2, r-crq po11 j n1 vmd av-x av vvn, ccx j n1 vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
180 and more justice to themselves and Postesterity then, if it be at their choice, to change a Fee-farm to themselves and heires for ever, and more Justice to themselves and Posterity then, if it be At their choice, to change a Fee-farm to themselves and Heirs for ever, cc dc n1 p-acp px32 cc n1 av, cs pn31 vbb p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px32 cc n2 p-acp av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
181 for a Lease for a terme of life, and meere personall title; sure I am my little honesty would act me with such foolish selfe love: for a Lease for a term of life, and mere personal title; sure I am my little honesty would act me with such foolish self love: p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j j n1; av-j pns11 vbm po11 j n1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp d j n1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
182 more regard to the rejected Jew, who are yet the beloved of God according to Election for the Fathers sake, Rom. 11.28. more regard to the rejected Jew, who Are yet the Beloved of God according to Election for the Father's sake, Rom. 11.28. dc n1 p-acp dt j-vvn np1, r-crq vbr av dt n-vvn pp-f np1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
183 And in hope to be Re-implanted into the Olive from which they were cut off; And in hope to be Re-implanted into the Olive from which they were Cut off; cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
184 can we with any confidence court them to a new Covenant with straiter termes? shall we not earnestly emulate and highly provoke them to receive the Gospell, by bidding them to their losse? will not ingenuity engage them thus to retort? why you perswade me to turn Christian? as I am a Jew I beget Children to the Lord, can we with any confidence court them to a new Covenant with straiter terms? shall we not earnestly emulate and highly provoke them to receive the Gospel, by bidding them to their loss? will not ingenuity engage them thus to retort? why you persuade me to turn Christian? as I am a Jew I beget Children to the Lord, vmb pns12 p-acp d n1 vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp jc n2? vmb pns12 xx av-j vvi cc av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n1? vmb xx n1 vvi pno32 av pc-acp vvi? c-crq pn22 vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi np1? c-acp pns11 vbm dt np1 pns11 vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
185 and bring forth an Holy seed; and bring forth an Holy seed; cc vvi av dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
186 the Priviledges of the Covenant is entailed on me, and on my Naturall issue, and therefore the Covenant of God is set on the flesh of my child assoon as born; the Privileges of the Covenant is entailed on me, and on my Natural issue, and Therefore the Covenant of God is Set on the Flesh of my child As soon as born; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, cc p-acp po11 j n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 av c-acp vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
187 whereas if I turne Christian, I bring forth children of wrath, and beget children to the God of the world. whereas if I turn Christian, I bring forth children of wrath, and beget children to the God of the world. cs cs pns11 vvb np1, pns11 vvb av n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
188 I have indeed a Personall right to the Covenant, and am provided for during my own life, I have indeed a Personal right to the Covenant, and am provided for during my own life, pns11 vhb av dt j n-jn p-acp dt n1, cc vbm vvn p-acp p-acp po11 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
189 but my children are turned into the wide world, to sink or swim, & shift for themselves, without any speciall Divine Protection; but my children Are turned into the wide world, to sink or swim, & shift for themselves, without any special Divine Protection; cc-acp po11 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp px32, p-acp d j j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
190 is not a poor pittance with perpetuity better then more large enjoyments with so short a tenure? never tell me of a better Testament on such tickle termes: is not a poor pittance with perpetuity better then more large enjoyments with so short a tenure? never tell me of a better Testament on such tickle terms: vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp n1 av-jc cs av-dc j n2 p-acp av j dt n1? av-x vvb pno11 pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp d j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
191 O the hopes the hopes of England to convert the late inlet Jewes their new inhabitants! Oh the hope's the hope's of England to convert the late inlet Jews their new inhabitants! uh dt n2 dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 np2 po32 j n2! (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
192 by such narrow and Honourable treaty, and tenders of Grace and Salvation. by such narrow and Honourable treaty, and tenders of Grace and Salvation. p-acp d j cc j n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 28
193 Lastly, Me thinks men calling themselves Saints should have more Religion then to restrain the Grace God hath extended to themselves and feed; Lastly, Me thinks men calling themselves Saints should have more Religion then to restrain the Grace God hath extended to themselves and feed; ord, pno11 vvz n2 vvg px32 n2 vmd vhi dc n1 cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp px32 cc vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
194 and curtaile the Covenant that by the New Testament is conferred on the Believer and his issue naturall, and curtail the Covenant that by the New Testament is conferred on the Believer and his issue natural, cc vvb dt n1 cst p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1 j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
195 even as his child in infancy, and before he acts any Personall faith: even as his child in infancy, and before he acts any Personal faith: av c-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc c-acp pns31 vvz d j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
196 when I consider little infants sucking the brests, and brought in armes, not able to go, received by our Lord Jesus Christ by him blessed and pronouneed with others of the like kind to be of the Kingdome of Heaven, when I Consider little Infants sucking the breasts, and brought in arms, not able to go, received by our Lord jesus christ by him blessed and pronouneed with Others of the like kind to be of the Kingdom of Heaven, c-crq pns11 vvb j n2 vvg dt n2, cc vvd p-acp n2, xx j pc-acp vvi, vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1 p-acp pno31 j-vvn cc j p-acp n2-jn pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
197 and propounded not onely as examples of meekness and humility, but as objects of charity and observation, not to be off•nded, but awfully received because Christs name is placed on them, and propounded not only as Examples of meekness and humility, but as objects of charity and observation, not to be off•nded, but awfully received Because Christ name is placed on them, cc vvn xx av-j c-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp c-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp av-j vvn c-acp npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
198 and they are made his disciples, so as that the receiving such a little child must be deemed the receiving of Christ; and they Are made his Disciples, so as that the receiving such a little child must be deemed the receiving of christ; cc pns32 vbr vvn po31 n2, av c-acp cst dt vvg d dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn dt n-vvg pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
199 and the offending one of these little ones, a dolor more dangerous then a milstone hanged about his neck and being cast into the Sea; and the offending one of these little ones, a dolour more dangerous then a millstone hanged about his neck and being cast into the Sea; cc dt vvg pi pp-f d j pi2, dt n1 av-dc j cs dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
200 Matth. 18.2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Mark. 10.14. Luk. 18.16. Matthew 18.2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Mark. 10.14. Luk. 18.16. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd vvb. crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
201 And when I consider the Apostles position of the latitude of Sanctity, not onely to the Jewes the naturall branches, And when I Consider the Apostles position of the latitude of Sanctity, not only to the Jews the natural branches, cc c-crq pns11 vvb dt n2 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j p-acp dt np2 dt j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
202 but the Christianized Gentiles accidentall branches, wilde by nature, but ingrafted in, and partaking of the fatness of the Olive, plainly affirming of both, if the first fruits were holy so is the whole lump, but the Christianized Gentiles accidental branches, wild by nature, but ingrafted in, and partaking of the fatness of the Olive, plainly affirming of both, if the First fruits were holy so is the Whole lump, cc-acp dt vvn np1 j n2, j p-acp n1, cc-acp vvn p-acp, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j vvg pp-f d, cs dt ord n2 vbdr j av vbz dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
203 if the root be holy so is the branches, Rom. 11.16. And I here by the way observe that from these priviledges the naturall branches were, if the root be holy so is the branches, Rom. 11.16. And I Here by the Way observe that from these privileges the natural branches were, cs dt n1 vbb j av vbz dt n2, np1 crd. cc pns11 av p-acp dt n1 vvb cst p-acp d n2 dt j n2 vbdr, (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
204 and accidentally may be cut off. and accidentally may be Cut off. cc av-j vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 28
205 Lastly, When I consider the Apostles clear and serious resolve to the case of Conscience propounded by the Corinthians concerning their children born of an Infidel (not adulterous parent) else were your children unclean, Lastly, When I Consider the Apostles clear and serious resolve to the case of Conscience propounded by the Corinthians Concerning their children born of an Infidel (not adulterous parent) Else were your children unclean, ord, c-crq pns11 vvb dt n2 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt njp2 vvg po32 n2 vvn pp-f dt n1 (xx j n1) av vbdr po22 n2 j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
206 but now are they holy, 1 Cor. 7.14. The Anabaptist will not let us understand in this place Real holiness, nor do we desire it; but now Are they holy, 1 Cor. 7.14. The Anabaptist will not let us understand in this place Real holiness, nor do we desire it; cc-acp av vbr pns32 j, vvn np1 crd. dt np1 vmb xx vvi pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 j n1, ccx vdb pns12 vvb pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
207 and until that they have made it to appear that Faith is essential to Marriage (which will put marriage in a good tendency to a Sacrament, and until that they have made it to appear that Faith is essential to Marriage (which will put marriage in a good tendency to a Sacrament, cc c-acp cst pns32 vhb vvn pn31 pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz j p-acp n1 (r-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
208 and please the Church of Rome ) it is too ridiculous to understand a natural holinesse, I mean Legititimacie and acquittance from the blot of Bastardie, and please the Church of Room) it is too ridiculous to understand a natural holiness, I mean Legititimacie and acquittance from the blot of Bastardy, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f vvb) pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pns11 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
209 and then I am constrained to understand a Foederal holiness in the extent of the Covenant and esteem of the Church. and then I am constrained to understand a Foederal holiness in the extent of the Covenant and esteem of the Church. cc av pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi dt np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
210 These things, I say, considered, I must pluck up my reason by the very root if I do not by undenyable consequence constraine my conscience to believe and preach this point of Doctrine, (viz) In New-Testament times under the Gospel-administration of the Covenant of Grace, the natural issue, These things, I say, considered, I must pluck up my reason by the very root if I do not by undeniable consequence constrain my conscience to believe and preach this point of Doctrine, (videlicet) In New testament times under the Gospel administration of the Covenant of Grace, the natural issue, np1 n2, pns11 vvb, vvn, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cs pns11 vdb xx p-acp j n1 vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 pp-f n1, (av) p-acp n1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
211 or infants of believing parents are in covenant with God, and under the promises of salvation. or Infants of believing Parents Are in Covenant with God, and under the promises of salvation. cc n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
212 And when I look upon Peters encouragement to the converting Jews to believe and be baptized, for the promise is to you and to your children, And when I look upon Peter's encouragement to the converting jews to believe and be baptised, for the promise is to you and to your children, cc c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt vvg np2 pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22 cc p-acp po22 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
213 even to all that are a far off, as many as the Lord our God shall call, Act 2.38, 39. even to all that Are a Far off, as many as the Lord our God shall call, Act 2.38, 39. av p-acp d cst vbr dt av-j a-acp, c-acp d c-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vmb vvi, n1 crd, crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 28
214 I must renounce my Grammar and little skill in reading plain English, with the least of understanding, I must renounce my Grammar and little skill in reading plain English, with the least of understanding, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 cc j n1 p-acp vvg av-j jp, p-acp dt ds pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 28
215 if I do not read, Believing Jews and their children, and also believing Gentiles and their children, have that interest in the Promise that may be to them a Ground of Faith, if I do not read, Believing jews and their children, and also believing Gentiles and their children, have that Interest in the Promise that may be to them a Ground of Faith, cs pns11 vdb xx vvi, vvg np2 cc po32 n2, cc av vvg np1 cc po32 n2, vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 28
216 and confer on them a Right to Baptism. and confer on them a Right to Baptism. cc vvi p-acp pno32 dt j-jn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 28
217 And the Anabaptist glosse that the promise was of extraordinary gifts of the Holy Gh•st (for these are not extended to all that are a far off when God doth call them, And the Anabaptist gloss that the promise was of extraordinary Gifts of the Holy Gh•st (for these Are not extended to all that Are a Far off when God does call them, cc dt np1 n1 cst dt n1 vbds pp-f j n2 pp-f dt j j (c-acp d vbr xx vvn p-acp d cst vbr dt av-j a-acp c-crq np1 vdz vvi pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 28
218 nor created they any right to Baptism, for many time they follow this Sacrament) or that children, nor created they any right to Baptism, for many time they follow this Sacrament) or that children, ccx vvd pns32 d n-jn p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb d n1) cc d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 28
219 when called to the faith of the Parent, should have the right to the Promise (for that is to them as called, nor as children. And my mind is very foggie, I am much out if this terme of Relation do not dictate a Priviledge and Propriety by virtue of relation which children of such parents as children should enjoy, above what children of other parents did or could enjoy) is too short a Fescue to make me read otherwise. when called to the faith of the Parent, should have the right to the Promise (for that is to them as called, nor as children. And my mind is very foggy, I am much out if this term of Relation do not dictate a Privilege and Propriety by virtue of Relation which children of such Parents as children should enjoy, above what children of other Parents did or could enjoy) is too short a Fescue to make me read otherwise. c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmd vhi dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 (c-acp d vbz p-acp pno32 c-acp vvn, ccx p-acp n2. cc po11 n1 vbz av j, pns11 vbm av-d av cs d n1 pp-f n1 vdb xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp n2 vmd vvi, p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vdd cc vmd vvi) vbz av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 vvi av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 28
220 Thus then it doth fully and plainly appear, that under Old and New Testament administrations of the Covenant of Grace, the infants of believing parents are Foederati within the Covenant, Thus then it does Fully and plainly appear, that under Old and New Testament administrations of the Covenant of Grace, the Infants of believing Parents Are Foederati within the Covenant, av av pn31 vdz av-j cc av-j vvi, cst p-acp j cc j n1 n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 vbr np1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
221 and so fit and proper subjects of baptism to be baptized. and so fit and proper subject's of Baptism to be baptised. cc av j cc j n2-jn pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
222 Nor is their incapacity of making a vocal profession of Faith any bar to their baptism, Nor is their incapacity of making a vocal profession of Faith any bar to their Baptism, ccx vbz po32 n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 d n1 p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
223 for profession simply creates no right to baptism, I never read the divil was baptized, and I believe the Dipping Saints will not now baptize him; for profession simply creates no right to Baptism, I never read the Devil was baptised, and I believe the Dipping Saints will not now baptise him; p-acp n1 av-j vvz dx j-jn p-acp n1, pns11 av-x vvd dt n1 vbds vvn, cc pns11 vvb dt vvg n2 vmb xx av vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
224 Yet he really believed, and more then once professed, That Jesus Christ was the Son of God. Yet he really believed, and more then once professed, That jesus christ was the Son of God. av pns31 av-j vvd, cc av-dc cs a-acp vvd, cst np1 np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
225 Profession as an evidence of Covenant-interest, was the Churches guide to baptism, and the Scripture giving another demonstration of Covenant-interest, viz Descent from believing parents; Profession as an evidence of Covenant interest, was the Churches guide to Baptism, and the Scripture giving Another demonstration of Covenant interest, videlicet Descent from believing Parents; n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vvg j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av n1 p-acp vvg n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
226 that is also regarded, and the one to be no bar to the other, but both in their place gives due direction who are foederates, and to be baptized. that is also regarded, and the one to be no bar to the other, but both in their place gives due direction who Are federates, and to be baptised. d vbz av vvn, cc dt crd pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc-acp d p-acp po32 n1 vvz j-jn n1 r-crq vbr n2, cc pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 28
227 Nor is the Argument of any more force because the Scripture mentioneth vocal profession and baptism upon it, Nor is the Argument of any more force Because the Scripture mentioneth vocal profession and Baptism upon it, ccx vbz dt n1 pp-f d dc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
228 but passeth the other in silence; but passes the other in silence; cc-acp vvz dt j-jn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
229 for occasional and circumstantial actions are no binding precedents, or universal direction to the Church of God. for occasional and circumstantial actions Are not binding precedents, or universal direction to the Church of God. p-acp j cc j n2 vbr xx vvg n2, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
230 The Church is founded in grown persons, whose Covenant-interest can be known no otherwise but by vocal profession, The Church is founded in grown Persons, whose Covenant interest can be known no otherwise but by vocal profession, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-vvn n2, rg-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn dx av cc-acp p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
231 but it may be edified by infant Branches, who by a course of nature partake of the fatnesse of the Olive, having the birthright of the Covenant. but it may be edified by infant Branches, who by a course of nature partake of the fatness of the Olive, having the birthright of the Covenant. cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhg dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
232 Thus it was with Abraham and his issue, and so with us. 2. Where the general nature of the Covenant, with a long and particular exercise thereof doth dictate, there needs no particular expl•cite directions. Thus it was with Abraham and his issue, and so with us. 2. Where the general nature of the Covenant, with a long and particular exercise thereof does dictate, there needs no particular expl•cite directions. av pn31 vbds p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cc av p-acp pno12. crd c-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1 av vdz vvi, a-acp vvz dx j j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
233 God in his wisdome designing our right understanding and rational improvement of the Covenant, and our reverend esteem of the old Testament, in its use and necessity to the Christian Church, representing unto us the order of the administration of the Covenant and Circumcision, refers us thither for direction concerning baptism; God in his Wisdom designing our right understanding and rational improvement of the Covenant, and our reverend esteem of the old Testament, in its use and necessity to the Christian Church, representing unto us the order of the administration of the Covenant and Circumcision, refers us thither for direction Concerning Baptism; np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvg po12 j-jn n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po12 j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt njp n1, vvg p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vvz pno12 av p-acp n1 vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
234 and we must needs in reason see that the change of a meer Rite or Ceremony under the continuation of the substance and same Covenant will never admit a change of the subjects to be sealed. and we must needs in reason see that the change of a mere Rite or Ceremony under the continuation of the substance and same Covenant will never admit a change of the subject's to be sealed. cc pns12 vmb av p-acp n1 vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc d n1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 28
235 Last of all, Infants inability to action is no bar to their baptism, because it voids not their interest in the Covenant: Last of all, Infants inability to actium is no bar to their Baptism, Because it voids not their Interest in the Covenant: ord pp-f d, ng1 n1 p-acp n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz xx po32 n1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 28
236 and the Sacrament is such wherein they are to be meerly Passive. and the Sacrament is such wherein they Are to be merely Passive. cc dt n1 vbz d c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi av-j j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 28
237 When I observe God to have appointed the initiating Seal of initiating grace to be such where men of the greatest activity are altogether Passive; When I observe God to have appointed the initiating Seal of initiating grace to be such where men of the greatest activity Are altogether Passive; c-crq pns11 vvb np1 pc-acp vhi vvn dt vvg n1 pp-f vvg n1 pc-acp vbi d q-crq n2 pp-f dt js n1 vbr av j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 28
238 he seemes to me to suggest these shall not act in their admission into the Church, and receiving of my Covenant; he seems to me to suggest these shall not act in their admission into the Church, and receiving of my Covenant; pns31 vvz p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi d vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg pp-f po11 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 28
239 that inability to action may be no bar or hindrance to such as have no lesse interest in the Covenant; that inability to actium may be no bar or hindrance to such as have no less Interest in the Covenant; d n1 p-acp n1 vmb vbi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d c-acp vhb dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 28
240 and only Covenant-interest shall make capable of the Seal. and only Covenant interest shall make capable of the Seal. cc j n1 vmb vvi j pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 28
241 Let not any Antipaedobaptist think to amaze us by crying, Why, Sir, on this ground infants may have a right to the Lords Supper, for we say so too; Let not any Antipaedobaptist think to amaze us by crying, Why, Sir, on this ground Infants may have a right to the lords Supper, for we say so too; vvb xx d np1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg, uh-crq, n1, p-acp d n1 n2 vmb vhi dt j-jn p-acp dt n2 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb av av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 28
242 they have jus ad rem, though not jus in re, their right is not denyed, though present incapacity hinders their injoyment. they have jus ad remembering, though not jus in re, their right is not denied, though present incapacity hinders their enjoyment. pns32 vhb fw-la fw-la vvg, c-acp xx fw-la p-acp fw-it, po32 j-jn vbz xx vvn, cs j n1 vvz po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 28
243 These things considered, we must tell the Anabaptist, That infants right to the Covenant, and enjoyment of the initiating Seale, having been continued throughout the old world under the Law without the least controule, These things considered, we must tell the Anabaptist, That Infants right to the Covenant, and enjoyment of the initiating Seal, having been continued throughout the old world under the Law without the least control, d n2 vvn, pns12 vmb vvi dt np1, cst n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ds n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
244 and also under the Gospell for more then 1600 yeares, without any Generall interruption or the least disturbance, untill within this 200 yeares; and also under the Gospel for more then 1600 Years, without any General interruption or the least disturbance, until within this 200 Years; cc av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dc cs crd n2, p-acp d n1 n1 cc dt ds n1, c-acp p-acp d crd n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
245 we must find better warrant to divest us of it, before we part with it; we must find better warrant to divest us of it, before we part with it; pns12 vmb vvi jc n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
246 and our antiquity (on so clear a title) in the enjoyment, me thinks should be no meane argument to ingenuity; and our antiquity (on so clear a title) in the enjoyment, me thinks should be no mean argument to ingenuity; cc po12 n1 (p-acp av j dt n1) p-acp dt n1, pno11 vvz vmd vbi dx j n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
247 for we say in this case as Jephthah to the King of Ammon, Judges 11.26. for we say in this case as Jephthah to the King of Ammon, Judges 11.26. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n2 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
248 When Israel dwelt in Heshbon and her towns, in Aroer & her towns, and in all the Cities of Arnon, three hundred years why did ye not then recover them in that space? so whilst infant right to the Covenant, When Israel dwelled in Heshbon and her Towns, in Aroer & her Towns, and in all the Cities of Arnon, three hundred Years why did you not then recover them in that Molle? so while infant right to the Covenant, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, crd crd n2 c-crq vdd pn22 xx av vvi pno32 p-acp d n1? av cs n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
249 and initiating Seale dwelt in Judea and her towns, in Asia and her towns, and in all the Cities of the Church of God, and initiating Seal dwelled in Judea and her Towns, in Asia and her Towns, and in all the Cities of the Church of God, cc vvg n1 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
250 and the borders thereof 2000 yeares, why did you not recover them in that space? surely now you may despair of ever doing it; and the borders thereof 2000 Years, why did you not recover them in that Molle? surely now you may despair of ever doing it; cc dt n2 av crd n2, q-crq vdd pn22 xx vvi pno32 p-acp d n1? av-j av pn22 vmb vvi pp-f av vdg pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
251 how much soever you disturb our peace, we will never part with this priviledge. how much soever you disturb our peace, we will never part with this privilege. c-crq d av pn22 vvb po12 n1, pns12 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 28
252 Conclus. 5. The signifying of the blood of Christ with its effects, and the sealing of the Covenant of Grace is the end of Baptisme; Conclusion. 5. The signifying of the blood of christ with its effects, and the sealing of the Covenant of Grace is the end of Baptism; np1. crd dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
253 Baptisme is both a signe and Seale to excite our thoughts, and affect our mind with the blood of Jesus, Baptism is both a Signen and Seal to excite our thoughts, and affect our mind with the blood of jesus, n1 vbz d dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
254 & assure our hearts of a right unto the Priviledges of the Covenant, so as to argue them to our soule as grounds of faith on which we are to urge God in Prayer: & assure our hearts of a right unto the Privileges of the Covenant, so as to argue them to our soul as grounds of faith on which we Are to urge God in Prayer: cc vvb po12 n2 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
255 herein it agreeth with other Sacraments, and in speciall circumcision, into whose place and end it hath succeeded, in that it is a sign and Seale of the righteousness of faith, Rom. 4.11. herein it agreeth with other Sacraments, and in special circumcision, into whose place and end it hath succeeded, in that it is a Signen and Seal of the righteousness of faith, Rom. 4.11. av pn31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp j n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc vvi pn31 vhz vvn, p-acp cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
256 And so the analogy between water in all its properties, and the blood of Christ doth clearly hold, And so the analogy between water in all its properties, and the blood of christ does clearly hold, cc av dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
257 and the Scripture doth plainly attribute Remission, Sanctification Regeneration and Salvation to the outward signe or act of Baptisme, and the Scripture does plainly attribute Remission, Sanctification Regeneration and Salvation to the outward Signen or act of Baptism, cc dt n1 vdz av-j vvi n1, n1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
258 as the Graces to be brought to our minds, and made sure to our Soules thereby; Mark 16.16. Acts 2.38. Eph. 5.26. Titus 3.3. 1 Pet. 3.21. as the Graces to be brought to our minds, and made sure to our Souls thereby; Mark 16.16. Acts 2.38. Ephesians 5.26. Titus 3.3. 1 Pet. 3.21. c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc vvd av-j p-acp po12 n2 av; vvb crd. vvz crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
259 And it is not only a Seale from God to us as a ground of faith: And it is not only a Seal from God to us as a ground of faith: cc pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
260 but also from us to God as a reason of duty; but also from us to God as a reason of duty; cc-acp av p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
261 our subjection to it is an actuall confaederation with God, that we will be called by his Name, live as his servants in all obedience to his will; our subjection to it is an actual Confederation with God, that we will be called by his Name, live as his Servants in all Obedience to his will; po12 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
262 so that hereby we are bound to believe in Christ, and forsake, nay fight against sin, this the Apostle dictates when he demands of the Corinthians, directing them to joynt advancement of Christ, into whose name were ye Baptized? 1 Cor. 1.13. so that hereby we Are bound to believe in christ, and forsake, nay fight against since, this the Apostle dictates when he demands of the Corinthians, directing them to joint advancement of christ, into whose name were the Baptised? 1 Cor. 1.13. av cst av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi, uh-x vvb p-acp n1, d dt n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt njp2, vvg pno32 p-acp j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 vbdr dt j-vvn? crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
263 And Peter aggravates the Apostasie of Christians, nay non-proficiency in Grace with this, They have forgot they were washed from their old sins, 2 Pet. 1.9. Baptisme will be a monument of perfidy against profane Christians to all Eternity, and aggravate their misery: And Peter aggravates the Apostasy of Christians, nay nonproficiency in Grace with this, They have forgotten they were washed from their old Sins, 2 Pet. 1.9. Baptism will be a monument of perfidy against profane Christians to all Eternity, and aggravate their misery: np1 np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, uh-x n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns32 vhb vvn pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, crd np1 crd. n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j np1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
264 so that although Baptisme doe not conveigh Grace opere operato, by the meere work, or by any Physicall natural power that is in it selfe, so that although Baptism do not convey Grace Opere operato, by the mere work, or by any Physical natural power that is in it self, av cst cs n1 vdb xx vvi n1 fw-la fw-mi, p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp d j j n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
265 yet it is a morall instrument by contemplation to be rationally improved to the affecting of our hearts with our own uncleanness and the blood of Christ Gods mercy to us, and our duty to him: yet it is a moral Instrument by contemplation to be rationally improved to the affecting of our hearts with our own uncleanness and the blood of christ God's mercy to us, and our duty to him: av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 d n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 npg1 n1 p-acp pno12, cc po12 n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
266 nor is it nudum signum a meer sign to excite our thoughts, but also a Reall Seale, Gods holy Ordinance, Creating to all Baptised a Right to the Covenant, by rationall acts of faith to be argued, to their own joy and duty, nor is it Nudum signum a mere Signen to excite our thoughts, but also a Real Seal, God's holy Ordinance, Creating to all Baptised a Right to the Covenant, by rational acts of faith to be argued, to their own joy and duty, ccx vbz pn31 fw-la fw-la dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc-acp av dt j n1, npg1 j n1, vvg p-acp d j-vvn dt n-jn p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
267 and pleaded to God in Prayer; and pleaded to God in Prayer; cc vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
268 so that these priviledges being not possessed by all Baptized, springs not from any defects in the Ordinance, but neglect in the subjects: so that these privileges being not possessed by all Baptised, springs not from any defects in the Ordinance, but neglect in the subject's: av cst d n2 vbg xx vvn p-acp d j-vvn, vvz xx p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
269 if men will not claime by a conferred title and visible Seale, they deservedly lose their interest. if men will not claim by a conferred title and visible Seal, they deservedly loose their Interest. cs n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt vvn n1 cc j n1, pns32 av-vvn vvi po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 28
270 Here note that I have not wit enough to conceive that the end of the Sacrament makes against infant Baptisme, Here note that I have not wit enough to conceive that the end of the Sacrament makes against infant Baptism, av vvi cst pns11 vhb xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
271 for infants are capable of Right though not of claime and possession, and Baptisme is given as a ground, not effect of Christian claime; for Infants Are capable of Right though not of claim and possession, and Baptism is given as a ground, not Effect of Christian claim; c-acp n2 vbr j pp-f j-jn c-acp xx pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, xx n1 pp-f njp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
272 I see noe reason why infants may not be Sealed in the cradle as well as Crowned in the mothers belly; I see no reason why Infants may not be Sealed in the cradle as well as Crowned in the mother's belly; pns11 vvb dx n1 q-crq n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
273 nor is there any force in the confaederation of the Baptized unlesse it must needs be actively and cannot be passively done; nor is there any force in the Confederation of the Baptised unless it must needs be actively and cannot be passively done; ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn cs pn31 vmb av vbi av-j cc vmbx vbi av-j vdn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
274 I conceive parentall power in dedication to God, and the Soveraign nature of the Covenant imposing on the party Sealed, the condition to be by him performed as well as sealing the comforts to be enjoyed, doth fully enforce the confaederation of such as are at the present non-agents; I conceive parental power in dedication to God, and the Sovereign nature of the Covenant imposing on the party Sealed, the condition to be by him performed as well as sealing the comforts to be enjoyed, does Fully enforce the Confederation of such as Are At the present non-agents; pns11 vvb j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvd, dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 vvd a-acp av c-acp vvg dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr p-acp dt j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
275 It will be a hard matter to make me believe that Gods condescension hath lost his authority any more in the Covenant of Grace then in the Covennat of Works; It will be a hard matter to make me believe that God's condescension hath lost his Authority any more in the Covenant of Grace then in the Covenant of Works; pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 vvi cst ng1 n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 d dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp dt np1 pp-f vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
276 or that infants are not as capable of confaederation by Baptisme, as they were by Circumcision. or that Infants Are not as capable of Confederation by Baptism, as they were by Circumcision. cc d n2 vbr xx p-acp j pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 28
277 I have done with the first thing to shew you what Bapti•me is, and now come to the second to shew what is here meant by confident approach: I have done with the First thing to show you what Bapti•me is, and now come to the second to show what is Here meant by confident approach: pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq n1 vbz, cc av vvb p-acp dt ord pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 28
278 Approach to God is the act of a Baptized soule, and it is done either by the perception of faith which is the evidence of things not seen, Approach to God is the act of a Baptised soul, and it is done either by the perception of faith which is the evidence of things not seen, vvb p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc pn31 vbz vdn d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
279 and substance of things hoped for: Heb. 11.1. and substance of things hoped for: Hebrew 11.1. cc n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp: np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
280 This is that personall and private act of the soule whereby it seeth and saluteth God at a distance with sighs and groans which cannot be uttered, This is that personal and private act of the soul whereby it sees and salutes God At a distance with sighs and groans which cannot be uttered, d vbz d j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz cc vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
281 and receives an assent unto truth apprehended, which is or cannot be expressed, and hereby we deny not the Baptised, in extraordinary causes where the body cannot be washed by pure water; and receives an assent unto truth apprehended, which is or cannot be expressed, and hereby we deny not the Baptised, in extraordinary Causes where the body cannot be washed by pure water; cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 vvn, r-crq vbz cc vmbx vbi vvn, cc av pns12 vvb xx dt j-vvn, p-acp j n2 c-crq dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
282 as in an Indian Countrey remote from the Church, or in the Church under a limitted order and season of Baptising, as in an Indian Country remote from the Church, or in the Church under a limited order and season of Baptizing, c-acp p-acp dt jp n1 j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
283 as it was in some Churches in primitive times, when they Baptized but twice in a year, may draw nigh to God; as it was in Some Churches in primitive times, when they Baptised but twice in a year, may draw High to God; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d n2 p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 j-vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
284 no doubt but the Catechumeni, such as learned their Catechisme in order unto Baptisme, had sweet communion with God alone whilst they wanted Communion with the Church, otherwise they had never been able to endure Martyrdome. no doubt but the Catechumen, such as learned their Catechism in order unto Baptism, had sweet communion with God alone while they wanted Communion with the Church, otherwise they had never been able to endure Martyrdom. dx n1 p-acp dt np2, d c-acp vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vhd j n1 p-acp np1 av-j cs pns32 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vhd av vbn j pc-acp vvi n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 28
285 Or by the possession of Glory, when the Soule departing out of the body returnes to God who gave it, Or by the possession of Glory, when the Soul departing out of the body returns to God who gave it, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvg av pp-f dt n1 n2 p-acp np1 r-crq vvd pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
286 and is received into Abrahams bosome, or eternall blisse in the presence of God for ever; and is received into Abrahams bosom, or Eternal bliss in the presence of God for ever; cc vbz vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
287 and this I deny not may be, and doubt not is enjoyed by many unbaptised; and this I deny not may be, and doubt not is enjoyed by many unbaptised; cc d pns11 vvb xx vmb vbi, cc vvb xx vbb vvn p-acp d j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
288 I can neither with some Anabaptists grant that all that dye in infancy, and before stained with actuall guilt are certainly saved; I can neither with Some Anabaptists grant that all that die in infancy, and before stained with actual guilt Are Certainly saved; pns11 vmb av-dx p-acp d np1 vvb cst d cst vvb p-acp n1, cc a-acp vvd p-acp j n1 vbr av-j vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
289 I see no warrant for it: nor yet with the Papists do I think all that die unbaptized are damned; I see no warrant for it: nor yet with the Papists do I think all that die unbaptized Are damned; pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp pn31: ccx av p-acp dt njp2 vdb pns11 vvi d cst vvb vvn vbr vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
290 I believe Baptisme is necessary by reason of Gods command, and as the ordinary Ark or meanes of Salvation, I believe Baptism is necessary by reason of God's command, and as the ordinary Ark or means of Salvation, pns11 vvb n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
291 and so the sinfull contempt or neglect of it to be damnable (though I will not determine God will charge it on the helpelesse infant) yet I see not its necessity to be so absolute that providence superceding the Ordinance by unseasonable death sets the soule under inevitable condemnation; and so the sinful contempt or neglect of it to be damnable (though I will not determine God will charge it on the helpless infant) yet I see not its necessity to be so absolute that providence superseding the Ordinance by unseasonable death sets the soul under inevitable condemnation; cc av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi j (cs pns11 vmb xx vvi np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1) av pns11 vvb xx po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av j cst n1 vvg dt n1 p-acp j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
292 I have confidence to meet many an uncircumcised Israelite in Heaven, who died before the eighth day of his age; I have confidence to meet many an uncircumcised Israelite in Heaven, who died before the eighth day of his age; pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d dt j np1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
293 and if in any, in this case God will have mercy and not Sacrifice. and if in any, in this case God will have mercy and not Sacrifice. cc cs p-acp d, p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vhi n1 cc xx vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 28
294 Or by the presentation of duty: and performance of publick devoire in the Tabernacle of the Lord, going up with his Scribes, worshiping in his Sanctuary, Or by the presentation of duty: and performance of public devoir in the Tabernacle of the Lord, going up with his Scribes, worshipping in his Sanctuary, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: cc n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
295 and in the Assemblies of his People in all the parts of Gods Worship; and in the Assemblies of his People in all the parts of God's Worship; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
296 this is an appearing before God in Zion, and a drawing nigh unto him in his Holy place, not to be admitted to the uncircumcised among the Jews, nor unbaptized among Christians; this is an appearing before God in Zion, and a drawing High unto him in his Holy place, not to be admitted to the uncircumcised among the jews, nor unbaptized among Christians; d vbz dt vvg p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc dt vvg av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j p-acp dt np2, ccx vvn p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
297 this unto me seems to be the drawing nigh intended in the Text, and is that I intend in the Doctrine (viz) That the Leviticall Rites being abolished, this unto me seems to be the drawing High intended in the Text, and is that I intend in the Doctrine (videlicet) That the Levitical Rites being abolished, d p-acp pno11 vvz pc-acp vbi dt vvg av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbz d pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 (av) d dt j n2 vbg vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
298 and the way of access to God is now by Gospell Ordinances: and the Way of access to God is now by Gospel Ordinances: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbz av p-acp n1 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
299 they that will use them must begin at Baptisme, and first have their bodies washed with pure Water, they that will use them must begin At Baptism, and First have their bodies washed with pure Water, pns32 cst vmb vvi pno32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc ord vhb po32 n2 vvn p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
300 and be thereby made members of the body or Church of Christ, and be consecrated unto God; and be thereby made members of the body or Church of christ, and be consecrated unto God; cc vbb av vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vbi vvn p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
301 without which such as have the charge of Gods Holy things must keep them from intermedling with them. without which such as have the charge of God's Holy things must keep them from intermeddling with them. p-acp r-crq d c-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n2 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 28
302 Confidence is the adjunct quality of this act of approach to God, and stands opposite un•o the tremblings and despondency of the uncircumcised Gentiles who could expect no other but rejection and displeasure in their approach to God; Confidence is the adjunct quality of this act of approach to God, and Stands opposite un•o the tremblings and despondency of the uncircumcised Gentiles who could expect no other but rejection and displeasure in their approach to God; n1 vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz j-jn av dt n2-vvg cc n1 pp-f dt j np1 r-crq vmd vvi dx j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
303 for that they were aliens and strangers to the Common-wealth of Israel, without God and without hope in the world, Eph. 2.11, 12. Positively forbidden approach to God and the use of his Holy thing, Ezek. 44.9. for that they were aliens and Strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, without God and without hope in the world, Ephesians 2.11, 12. Positively forbidden approach to God and the use of his Holy thing, Ezekiel 44.9. c-acp cst pns32 vbdr n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd av-j vvn n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
304 And to the terrors of the circumcised Jewes, who though admitted into Gods presence, were yet kept at a distance, And to the terrors of the circumcised Jews, who though admitted into God's presence, were yet kept At a distance, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn np2, r-crq cs vvn p-acp npg1 n1, vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
305 and might not enter the Holy of Holies in their own Persons: and might not enter the Holy of Holies in their own Persons: cc vmd xx vvi dt j pp-f n2-jn p-acp po32 d n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
306 but by their High Priest, but now such was the priviledges of Believers, and the advantage of Baptisme, that the Baptized might not onely enter the sanctuary whence the uncircumcised were excluded, but by their High Priest, but now such was the privileges of Believers, and the advantage of Baptism, that the Baptised might not only enter the sanctuary whence the uncircumcised were excluded, cc-acp p-acp po32 j n1, cc-acp av d vbds dt n2 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt j-vvn vmd xx av-j vvi dt n1 c-crq dt j vbdr vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
307 but also the Holy of Holies, not made with hands, but eternall in the Heavens: but also the Holy of Holies, not made with hands, but Eternal in the Heavens: cc-acp av dt j pp-f n2-jn, xx vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp j p-acp dt n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
308 so that they who by Baptism have their body washed in the outward sign, and their hearts sprinkled from an evill Conscience, the inward Grace of this Ordinance, are required to shake off all feares and doubts, so that they who by Baptism have their body washed in the outward Signen, and their hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience, the inward Grace of this Ordinance, Are required to shake off all fears and doubts, av cst pns32 r-crq p-acp n1 vhb po32 n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 cc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
309 and to encourage themselves to the enjoyment of all Ordinances, and discharges of all duties whereby they may walke with God and hold communion with him: and to encourage themselves to the enjoyment of all Ordinances, and discharges of all duties whereby they may walk with God and hold communion with him: cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc vvz pp-f d n2 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
310 for that they are the persons so qualified as that the Church must not onely admit them to outward acts of Worship, for that they Are the Persons so qualified as that the Church must not only admit them to outward acts of Worship, c-acp cst pns32 vbr dt n2 av vvn p-acp d dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
311 but also a liberty of inward adoration (by the nearest approach they can possibly make to God) is their priviledge to them is given full assurance of ready acceptance, but also a liberty of inward adoration (by the nearest approach they can possibly make to God) is their privilege to them is given full assurance of ready acceptance, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f j n1 (p-acp dt js n1 pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1) vbz po32 n1 p-acp pno32 vbz vvn j n1 pp-f j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
312 for the way is open to, the Holiest, the Vale is rent, the High Priest gone before, for the Way is open to, the Holiest, the Vale is rend, the High Priest gone before, p-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp, dt js, dt n1 vbz vvn, dt j n1 vvn a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
313 and the liberty left Common to all such (though none but such) as having their hearts sprinkled from an evill conscience, and the liberty left Common to all such (though none but such) as having their hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, cc dt n1 vvd j p-acp d d (cs pix cc-acp d) c-acp vhg po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
314 and their bodies washed with pure water do draw nigh to the same; both these are necessary qualifications: and their bodies washed with pure water do draw High to the same; both these Are necessary qualifications: cc po32 n2 vvn p-acp j n1 vdb vvi av-j p-acp dt d; d d vbr j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
315 for, an approach to God without an heart sprinkled must needs be diffident, and full of doubts, for, an approach to God without an heart sprinkled must needs be diffident, and full of doubts, c-acp, dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn vmb av vbi j, cc j pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
316 and without a body washed, dreadfull and full of horrour. and without a body washed, dreadful and full of horror. cc p-acp dt n1 vvn, j cc j pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 28
317 The Text and doctrine you have had explained, and you see the point of doctrine plainely asserting, That Baptisme or the body washed with pure water is the especial qualification that must fit us for an approach to God. The Text and Doctrine you have had explained, and you see the point of Doctrine plainly asserting, That Baptism or the body washed with pure water is the especial qualification that must fit us for an approach to God. dt n1 cc n1 pn22 vhb vhn vvn, cc pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvg, cst n1 cc dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1 vbz dt j n1 cst vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 28
318 The next thing to be done is to prove the doctrine, and it is in it selfe a truth so plaine that none that understand any thing of the method of Gospell worship, The next thing to be done is to prove the Doctrine, and it is in it self a truth so plain that none that understand any thing of the method of Gospel worship, dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vdn vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pn31 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1 av j cst pi cst vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
319 and the necessitie of outward acts and bodie qualifications in approaches to an holy God, but do subscribe unto the truth of it; and the necessity of outward acts and body qualifications in Approaches to an holy God, but do subscribe unto the truth of it; cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n1 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp dt j np1, cc-acp vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
320 indeed the late spiritual Chymists who have by our late overlarge liberty of conscience, (I mean sinful toleration,) had the boldness to blaspheme all Gods holy Ordinances, indeed the late spiritual chemists who have by our late overlarge liberty of conscience, (I mean sinful toleration,) had the boldness to Blaspheme all God's holy Ordinances, av dt j j n2 r-crq vhb p-acp po12 j vvi n1 pp-f n1, (pns11 vvb j n1,) vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
321 and under a pretence of spirituality, to nullifie all outward acts of worship •nd qualifications to duty, have denied it: and under a pretence of spirituality, to nullify all outward acts of worship •nd qualifications to duty, have denied it: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f n1 j n2 p-acp n1, vhb vvn pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
322 and the late Intruder into this place, hath openly decried the necessity of this qualification in access to God, offering the liberty of Church Communion and the priviledges of the Covenant to such as never passed under water Baptisme, and the late Intruder into this place, hath openly decried the necessity of this qualification in access to God, offering the liberty of Church Communion and the privileges of the Covenant to such as never passed under water Baptism, cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1, vhz av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d c-acp av-x vvd p-acp n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
323 as if the order of the Gospell were now inverted; as if the order of the Gospel were now inverted; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
324 and Gods Ordinances not capable of profanation, or the answer of a good conscience, reall grace, were obvious to every eye that hath the charge of holy things, and God's Ordinances not capable of profanation, or the answer of a good conscience, real grace, were obvious to every eye that hath the charge of holy things, cc npg1 n2 xx j pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, j n1, vbdr j p-acp d n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
325 and is a Steward of the Misteries of Salvation; and is a Steward of the Mysteres of Salvation; cc vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
326 I shall therefore briefly enforce this plain and Generally acknowledged truth with these commonly known observations as, the reasons thereof. I shall Therefore briefly enforce this plain and Generally acknowledged truth with these commonly known observations as, the Reasons thereof. pns11 vmb av av-j vvi d j cc av-j vvn n1 p-acp d av-j vvn n2 a-acp, dt n2 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 28
327 Reas. 1. Baptisme prepared the way of the Messiah, or Christ his appearance in and approach to the Church: Reas. 1. Baptism prepared the Way of the Messiah, or christ his appearance in and approach to the Church: np1 crd n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc np1 po31 n1 p-acp cc vvi p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
328 the qualification that fits the Church for Christ his approah to her, fits the Church for approach to Christ or God; the qualification that fits the Church for christ his approah to her, fits the Church for approach to christ or God; dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1 p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
329 for these are reciprocall, the one goes not without a return of the other, and the same qualification must be in both; for these Are reciprocal, the one Goes not without a return of the other, and the same qualification must be in both; p-acp d vbr j, dt pi vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, cc dt d n1 vmb vbi p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
330 for that holy Majesty is present, Holinesse is in the Assembly of the Saints, when God comes to his people as well as in Heaven where his People come to him: for that holy Majesty is present, Holiness is in the Assembly of the Saints, when God comes to his people as well as in Heaven where his People come to him: c-acp cst j n1 vbz j, n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 c-crq po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
331 and all that will walk in this consuming fire and meet this Messiah, and be made fit to enjoy him, must not onely have the heart sprinkled but also the body washed with pure water; and all that will walk in this consuming fire and meet this Messiah, and be made fit to enjoy him, must not only have the heart sprinkled but also the body washed with pure water; cc d cst vmb vvi p-acp d j-vvg n1 cc vvi d np1, cc vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi pno31, vmb xx av-j vhi dt n1 vvn p-acp av dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
332 Baptisme is the Sanctification of the People, directed to prepare them for Gods appearence in Mount Sion: Baptism is the Sanctification of the People, directed to prepare them for God's appearance in Mount Sion: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n1 np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
333 the voice of the Grand Herald crying in the wilderness prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths strait, Mat. 3. Repent and be Baptised: The Mace of Majesty borne by the Messenger of the Messiah to strike awe in, the voice of the Grand Herald crying in the Wilderness prepare you the Way of the Lord, make his paths strait, Mathew 3. repent and be Baptised: The Mace of Majesty born by the Messenger of the Messiah to strike awe in, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb po31 n2 av-j, np1 crd vvb cc vbi j-vvn: dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
334 and require subjection from the expectants of his coming, was, the Baptisme of amendment of life: and require subjection from the expectants of his coming, was, the Baptism of amendment of life: cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, vbds, dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
335 The levelling Engine that pulled down and made plain all mountainy and proud hearts that withstood the coming of Christ in his first appearance, was Baptisme, insomuch that the Scribes and Pharisees who rejected the counsell of God against themselves not being Baptized, are all along branded as enemies, who would not have Christ reign over them: The levelling Engine that pulled down and made plain all mountainy and proud hearts that withstood the coming of christ in his First appearance, was Baptism, insomuch that the Scribes and Pharisees who rejected the counsel of God against themselves not being Baptised, Are all along branded as enemies, who would not have christ Reign over them: dt j-vvg n1 cst vvd a-acp cc vvd j d n1 cc j n2 cst vvd dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po31 ord n1, vbds n1, av cst dt n2 cc np2 r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32 xx vbg j-vvn, vbr d a-acp vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vmd xx vhi np1 vvi p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
336 in a word, the promised and prophesied Elias, who was to come before the Lord to prepare his way, is from his preparative work (which is plainly declared to have been Preaching and Baptizing) denominated John the Baptist, and the way of the Lord thus prepared is proclaimed as a ground of Confidence to the Church; Isa. 40.3.9.11. in a word, the promised and prophesied Elias, who was to come before the Lord to prepare his Way, is from his preparative work (which is plainly declared to have been Preaching and Baptizing) denominated John the Baptist, and the Way of the Lord thus prepared is proclaimed as a ground of Confidence to the Church; Isaiah 40.3.9.11. p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvn cc vvd np1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbz p-acp po31 n1 n1 (r-crq vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvg cc vvg) vvn np1 dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
337 So that if the way of the Messiah his appearance must be the way of the Churches approach to him: So that if the Way of the Messiah his appearance must be the Way of the Churches approach to him: av cst cs dt n1 pp-f dt np1 po31 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
338 as it is evident it must in that Baptisme, did not onely precede, but also followes his appearance, as it is evident it must in that Baptism, did not only precede, but also follows his appearance, c-acp pn31 vbz j pn31 vmb p-acp d n1, vdd xx av-j vvi, cc-acp av vvz po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
339 for John the Baptist did not onely prepare for his coming, but ever since his ascension his Ministers do go teach and Baptize into the name of Father, Sonne and Holy Ghost; for John the Baptist did not only prepare for his coming, but ever since his Ascension his Ministers do go teach and Baptise into the name of Father, Son and Holy Ghost; c-acp np1 dt n1 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg, cc-acp av c-acp po31 n1 po31 n2 vdb vvi vvi cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
340 Baptisme hath ever been the Discipling forme, method of matriculation in his Schoole, and incorporation into his body, Baptism hath ever been the Discipling Form, method of matriculation in his School, and incorporation into his body, n1 vhz av vbn dt n1 n1, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
341 and solemne consecration unto communion with him of all such as were afarre off, but are now made nigh, and solemn consecration unto communion with him of all such as were afar off, but Are now made High, cc j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f d d c-acp vbdr av a-acp, cc-acp vbr av vvn av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
342 even the people of the living God; even the people of the living God; av dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
343 their Baptisme is the qualification that fits for a confident approach to God, without which we cannot be assured of acceptance. their Baptism is the qualification that fits for a confident approach to God, without which we cannot be assured of acceptance. po32 n1 vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 28
344 Reas. 2. Baptisme prepared Jesus Christ unto the work of Mediatorship: The way of access to God is the same for the people as Priest; for the Head as Members; Reas. 2. Baptism prepared jesus christ unto the work of Mediatorship: The Way of access to God is the same for the people as Priest; for the Head as Members; np1 crd n1 vvn np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbz dt d p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
345 for the Church as for Christ: the Mediatour as Man must manifest himselfe Holy in all things; for the Church as for christ: the Mediator as Man must manifest himself Holy in all things; p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp np1: dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi px31 j p-acp d n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
346 not onely in an immunity from all positive acts of sin, but also a positive performance of all duty, he becomes in all things obedient unto the Father; not only in an immunity from all positive acts of since, but also a positive performance of all duty, he becomes in all things obedient unto the Father; xx av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d n2 j p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
347 lives in Communion with the Church, and is conforme to all holy Ordinances; lives in Communion with the Church, and is conform to all holy Ordinances; vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vbz vvi p-acp d j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
348 proclaiming himselfe a Member of the Church before he propose himselfe a Mediator for or to the Church; proclaiming himself a Member of the Church before he propose himself a Mediator for or to the Church; vvg px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvb px31 dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
349 he is Baptized because it thus became him to fulfill all Righteousness, by his subjection to Ordinances, he is Baptised Because it thus became him to fulfil all Righteousness, by his subjection to Ordinances, pns31 vbz j-vvn c-acp pn31 av vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
350 and thereby suiting himselfe for his worke: and thereby suiting himself for his work: cc av vvg px31 p-acp po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
351 he doth not only shew but sanctifie them to be the way of access to the Father; he does not only show but sanctify them to be the Way of access to the Father; pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi cc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
352 for he as our High Priest hath left open the same way of approach, and as the Captain hath marched in the same steps of salvation in which we are to follow him, for he as our High Priest hath left open the same Way of approach, and as the Captain hath marched in the same steps of salvation in which we Are to follow him, c-acp pns31 p-acp po12 j n1 vhz vvn av-j dt d n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
353 and we shall find him Baptized, and so immediately entring on the exercise of his Mediatorship: and we shall find him Baptised, and so immediately entering on the exercise of his Mediatorship: cc pns12 vmb vvi pno31 j-vvn, cc av av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
354 when (and not till then) he was Baptized, he is solemnly inaugurated into his office, coming out of the water the Spirit came visibly on him, when (and not till then) he was Baptised, he is solemnly inaugurated into his office, coming out of the water the Spirit Come visibly on him, c-crq (cc xx c-acp av) pns31 vbds j-vvn, pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvg av pp-f dt n1 dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
355 and the voice was heard, This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, hear him. and the voice was herd, This is my Beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, hear him. cc dt n1 vbds vvn, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm av vvn, vvb pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
356 We never read of his praying preaching and combate with the Divel till he was Baptized, We never read of his praying preaching and combat with the devil till he was Baptised, pns12 av vvb pp-f po31 n-vvg vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbds j-vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
357 and no sooner was he Baptized, but, as consecrated to God, he Prayed, Luk. 3.21. as confirmed to the Combate, he was led immediately into the wildernesse to be tempted. and no sooner was he Baptised, but, as consecrated to God, he Prayed, Luk. 3.21. as confirmed to the Combat, he was led immediately into the Wilderness to be tempted. cc dx av-c vbds pns31 j-vvn, p-acp, c-acp vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvd, np1 crd. a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
358 Mar. 1 12. And as one now completely fitted to transact the business of mans salvation, he preached the Kingdom of God, Mat. 4. By all which the Mediator doth plainly dictate, That acts of holinesse must move in order, beginning at Baptism: Mar. 1 12. And as one now completely fitted to transact the business of men salvation, he preached the Kingdom of God, Mathew 4. By all which the Mediator does plainly dictate, That acts of holiness must move in order, beginning At Baptism: np1 crd crd cc c-acp pi av av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd p-acp d r-crq dt n1 vdz av-j vvi, cst n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
359 and that Baptism doth fit men to prayer, for temptation and all publick acts of Religion; and that Baptism does fit men to prayer, for temptation and all public acts of Religion; cc d n1 vdz vvi n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc d j n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
360 and if any will in confidence of acceptance follow the Mediator, they must have their body first washed with pure water, and if any will in confidence of acceptance follow the Mediator, they must have their body First washed with pure water, cc cs d vmb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb dt n1, pns32 vmb vhi po32 n1 ord vvn p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
361 and be by Baptisme thereunto prepared. Reas. 3. Circumcision was the qualification of confident aproach to God under the old Covenant: and be by Baptism thereunto prepared. Reas. 3. Circumcision was the qualification of confident approach to God under the old Covenant: cc vbb p-acp n1 av vvn. np1 crd n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 28
362 And therefore Baptism having succeeded into the place, standing in the stead, & serving to the end for which Circumcision served, must be so under the new Covenant. And Therefore Baptism having succeeded into the place, standing in the stead, & serving to the end for which Circumcision served, must be so under the new Covenant. cc av n1 vhg vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vvd, vmb vbi av p-acp dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
363 The administration of the Covenant may be altered, but the Covenant it self abides substancially, the same to the Church of God both in the Old and New Testament. The administration of the Covenant may be altered, but the Covenant it self abides substantially, the same to the Church of God both in the Old and New Testament. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz av-j, dt d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-d p-acp dt j cc j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
364 Sacraments are permanent and inseparable adjuncts to the Covenant as grounds of Faith: Sacraments Are permanent and inseparable adjuncts to the Covenant as grounds of Faith: n2 vbr j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
365 and however the different administration may cause a change in the Rite and outward Ceremony, in the matter applyed, and however the different administration may cause a change in the Rite and outward Ceremony, in the matter applied, cc c-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 vvd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
366 or form of application, yet is there no change in their use and signification: or from of application, yet is there no change in their use and signification: cc n1 pp-f n1, av vbz pc-acp dx n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
367 but what was of old signified by the Seals of the Covenant, the same is now signified by such as have succeeded into their place; but what was of old signified by the Seals of the Covenant, the same is now signified by such as have succeeded into their place; cc-acp q-crq vbds pp-f j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt d vbz av vvn p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
368 thus the Lords Supper supplyeth the room of the Passeover, and Baptism the room of Circumcision; thus the lords Supper supplieth the room of the Passover, and Baptism the room of Circumcision; av dt n2 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cc n1 dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
369 so that whatever Circumcision did confer on its subjects, the same priviledges are by Baptism conferred on its subjects. so that whatever Circumcision did confer on its subject's, the same privileges Are by Baptism conferred on its subject's. av cst r-crq n1 vdd vvi p-acp po31 n2-jn, dt d n2 vbr p-acp n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
370 And Circumcision was to the Jews the door of admission into the Church, the Ceremony of Consecration to such as approach to the Lord: And Circumcision was to the jews the door of admission into the Church, the Ceremony of Consecration to such as approach to the Lord: cc n1 vbds p-acp dt np2 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
371 and the Character of distinction on the people of the living God, and so the qualification that was unto them the ground of confidence in approach to God; and the Character of distinction on the people of the living God, and so the qualification that was unto them the ground of confidence in approach to God; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, cc av dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
372 hence Circumcision and Ʋncircumcision are the distinguishing terms between the Jewes (the only people related unto God) and the Gentiles (that were afar off, without God, hence Circumcision and Ʋncircumcision Are the distinguishing terms between the Jews (the only people related unto God) and the Gentiles (that were afar off, without God, av n1 cc n1 vbr dt j-vvg n2 p-acp dt np2 (dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1) cc dt np1 (cst vbdr av a-acp, p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
373 and without hope in the world, Rom. 2.26. Eph. 2.11, 12.) and the approach of the uncircumcised unto the Sanctuary of God, is declared to be a polluting and profaning of Gods Sanctuary, Ezek. 44 7, 9. therefore such are forbidden the least approach to God; and without hope in the world, Rom. 2.26. Ephesians 2.11, 12.) and the approach of the uncircumcised unto the Sanctuary of God, is declared to be a polluting and profaning of God's Sanctuary, Ezekiel 44 7, 9. Therefore such Are forbidden the least approach to God; cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 crd, crd) cc dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc vvg pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd crd, crd av d vbr vvn dt ds n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
374 they may not enter the Sanctuary nor observe the Lords Passeover, Exod. 12.48. Nay, the uncircumcised must be cut off from the Lord people, Gen. 17.14. they may not enter the Sanctuary nor observe the lords Passover, Exod 12.48. Nay, the uncircumcised must be Cut off from the Lord people, Gen. 17.14. pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 ccx vvi dt n2 np1, np1 crd. uh-x, dt j vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
375 And if a stranger will come nigh to God and have a place in his Sanctuary, he must first lay hold on the Covenant of God and be Circumcised; And if a stranger will come High to God and have a place in his Sanctuary, he must First lay hold on the Covenant of God and be Circumcised; cc cs dt n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1 cc vhb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb ord vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vbi j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
376 so that by Circumcision Jews were acknowledged and Gentiles proselyted members of the Church, entituled to the Covenant, so that by Circumcision jews were acknowledged and Gentiles proselyted members of the Church, entitled to the Covenant, av cst p-acp n1 np2 vbdr vvn cc np1 vvd n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
377 and entrusted with the liberty of accesse to God in his Sanctuary. and Entrusted with the liberty of access to God in his Sanctuary. cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 28
378 That Baptism is the Ordidinance under the New Testament answering unto Circumcision in the Old, can any that observe the order of Gospel, the cessation of Circumcision, the regular succession of Baptism into its place, believe some initial Seal essential to Gospel administration, and see none established if Baptisme be excluded? and find Baptism in all things fully significant of what was signified by Circumcision, deny that Baptism is succeeded into the room, serves to the end that Circumcision did; That Baptism is the Ordinance under the New Testament answering unto Circumcision in the Old, can any that observe the order of Gospel, the cessation of Circumcision, the regular succession of Baptism into its place, believe Some initial Seal essential to Gospel administration, and see none established if Baptism be excluded? and find Baptism in all things Fully significant of what was signified by Circumcision, deny that Baptism is succeeded into the room, serves to the end that Circumcision did; cst n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, vmb d cst vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb d j n1 j p-acp n1 n1, cc vvb pix vvd cs n1 vbb vvn? cc vvb n1 p-acp d n2 av-j j pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp n1, vvb d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 cst n1 vdd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
379 and so confers the same priviledge of confidence, and is Essentially necessary to such as approach to God in acts of worship. and so confers the same privilege of confidence, and is Essentially necessary to such as approach to God in acts of worship. cc av vvz dt d n1 pp-f n1, cc vbz av-j j p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
380 Unto such I would in short say, D•d Circumcision incorporate into the Church? are we not all Baptized into one Body, 1 Cor. 12.13? did Circumcision put the name of God on any? do not as many as are Baptized put on Jesus Christ, Gal. 3.27? Was Circumcision a sign of Regeneration, called the Circumcision of the heart? Are not the Baptized buryed with Christ in baptism? Doth not the Apostle in this very respect note the agreement of these two distinct, Unto such I would in short say, D•d Circumcision incorporate into the Church? Are we not all Baptised into one Body, 1 Cor. 12.13? did Circumcision put the name of God on any? do not as many as Are Baptised put on jesus christ, Gal. 3.27? Was Circumcision a Signen of Regeneration, called the Circumcision of the heart? are not the Baptised buried with christ in Baptism? Does not the Apostle in this very respect note the agreement of these two distinct, p-acp d pns11 vmd p-acp j vvb, j n1 vvi p-acp dt n1? vbr pns12 xx d j-vvn p-acp crd n1, crd np1 crd? vdd n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d? vdb xx p-acp d c-acp vbr j-vvn vvd p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd? vbds n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1? vbr xx dt j-vvn vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1? vdz xx dt n1 p-acp d j n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f d crd j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
381 but not different Seals, Col. 2.11, 12? Did not Circumcision seal the Covenant of Grace, I will be your God? is it not therefore called the Seal of the righteousness by Faith, Rom 4 11? Is not the propriety to the promise of Grace, Remission and Salvation the very ground entituling and encouraging to Baptisme as the Seal thereof, Act. 2.38, 39? And is not this agreement sufficient to demonstrate, that Baptism is now what Circumcision was of old to the Church? What if in some things these two Seals do differ, is the difference so essential as to deny the succession of the one to the other? It is true, the one was by blood, the other by water; but not different Seals, Col. 2.11, 12? Did not Circumcision seal the Covenant of Grace, I will be your God? is it not Therefore called the Seal of the righteousness by Faith, Rom 4 11? Is not the propriety to the promise of Grace, Remission and Salvation the very ground entitling and encouraging to Baptism as the Seal thereof, Act. 2.38, 39? And is not this agreement sufficient to demonstrate, that Baptism is now what Circumcision was of old to the Church? What if in Some things these two Seals do differ, is the difference so essential as to deny the succession of the one to the other? It is true, the one was by blood, the other by water; cc-acp xx j n2, np1 crd, crd? vdd xx n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vbi po22 np1? vbz pn31 xx av vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd? vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 dt j n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av, n1 crd, crd? cc vbz xx d n1 j pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vbz av q-crq n1 vbds pp-f j p-acp dt n1? q-crq cs p-acp d n2 d crd n2 vdb vvi, vbz dt n1 av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt crd p-acp dt j-jn? pn31 vbz j, dt pi vbds p-acp n1, dt j-jn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
382 the one is to male and femal, both sexes, the other to males only; the one limitted to the eighth day, the other left at liberty: the one is to male and female, both sexes, the other to males only; the one limited to the eighth day, the other left At liberty: dt pi vbz p-acp j-jn cc j-jn, d n2, dt j-jn p-acp n2-jn j; dt pi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, dt n-jn vvd p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
383 but do these or the like hinder either the one or other from being ordinances of Incorporation to the Church, Consecration to God, but do these or the like hinder either the one or other from being ordinances of Incorporation to the Church, Consecration to God, cc-acp vdb d cc dt av-j vvi d dt crd cc n-jn p-acp vbg n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
384 or Confirmation to our confidence in drawing nigh to God? Will not the differences be found as many and great between the Passeover and the Lords Supper, or Confirmation to our confidence in drawing High to God? Will not the differences be found as many and great between the Passover and the lords Supper, cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1? n1 xx dt n2 vbb vvn p-acp d cc j p-acp dt np1 cc dt n2 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
385 yet the succession of the one to the other will not be denyed? Circumstantial differences do shew they are not the same in substance and matter, yet the succession of the one to the other will not be denied? Circumstantial differences do show they Are not the same in substance and matter, av dt n1 pp-f dt crd p-acp dt n-jn vmb xx vbi vvn? j n2 vdb vvi pns32 vbr xx dt d p-acp n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
386 but they must be essential disagreements that shall deny a succession unto the same use and end. but they must be essential disagreements that shall deny a succession unto the same use and end. cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi j n2 cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
387 And if Baptism be not the Ordinance that supplyeth the room of Circumcision, what doth? How is it called? when and where was it instit•ted? and who were ever consecrated by it so as to have the boldness of accesse to God? Or is the Church defective under the New Testament as to an initiating Seal, And if Baptism be not the Ordinance that supplieth the room of Circumcision, what does? How is it called? when and where was it instit•ted? and who were ever consecrated by it so as to have the boldness of access to God? Or is the Church defective under the New Testament as to an initiating Seal, cc cs n1 vbb xx dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, q-crq vdz? q-crq vbz pn31 vvn? c-crq cc q-crq vbds pn31 vvn? cc q-crq vbdr av vvn p-acp pn31 av c-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1? cc vbz dt n1 j p-acp dt j n1 c-acp p-acp dt vvg n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
388 so that the holy things of God lie common, no visible badge of holinesse is now to describe them that may with freedome use them. so that the holy things of God lie Common, no visible badge of holiness is now to describe them that may with freedom use them. av cst dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvb j, dx j n1 pp-f n1 vbz av pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vmb p-acp n1 vvb pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 28
389 Most rude and ridiculous is that objected bar to this succession that some Antipaedo baptists have urged and talked of among you, viz. Circumcision was a National priviledg, Most rude and ridiculous is that objected bar to this succession that Some Antipaedo baptists have urged and talked of among you, viz. Circumcision was a National privilege, av-ds j cc j vbz d vvn n1 p-acp d n1 cst d np1 n2 vhb vvn cc vvn pp-f p-acp pn22, n1 n1 vbds dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
390 and only sealed the promise of Canaan to the children of Israel. and only sealed the promise of Canaan to the children of Israel. cc av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
391 If so, how then came it to be used before Israel was a Nation? and how came it to be used after the land was possessed and the promise accomplished? Why doth Moses mention the Covenant of Grace, I will be your God, as the ground and reason of Circumcision? To what doth the Circumcision of heart so frequently mentioned in Scripture allude? it is often joyned with the Circumcision of flesh; If so, how then Come it to be used before Israel was a nation? and how Come it to be used After the land was possessed and the promise accomplished? Why does Moses mention the Covenant of Grace, I will be your God, as the ground and reason of Circumcision? To what does the Circumcision of heart so frequently mentioned in Scripture allude? it is often joined with the Circumcision of Flesh; cs av, c-crq av vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbds dt n1? cc q-crq vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn cc dt n1 vvn? q-crq vdz np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vbi po22 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? p-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f n1 av av-j vvn p-acp n1 vvi? pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
392 What was the benefit of Circumcision to the proselyted Gentiles? We never read that by the virtue of it they demanded, What was the benefit of Circumcision to the proselyted Gentiles? We never read that by the virtue of it they demanded, q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n2-j? pns12 av-x vvb cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 pns32 vvd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
393 or the Jews divided to them any portion of the Land of Canaan. And it will be an hard matter to make me believe it did to them Seal a Blank, or the jews divided to them any portion of the Land of Canaan. And it will be an hard matter to make me believe it did to them Seal a Blank, cc dt np2 vvn p-acp pno32 d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. cc pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 vvi pn31 vdd p-acp pno32 vvi dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
394 for that I find it in Scripture called, A laying hold on the Covenant of God; for that I find it in Scripture called, A laying hold on the Covenant of God; c-acp cst pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp n1 vvn, dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
395 and the Uncircumcision are declared strangers to the Covenant, and without God, and without hope in the world. and the Uncircumcision Are declared Strangers to the Covenant, and without God, and without hope in the world. cc dt n1 vbr vvn n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
396 Why doth the Apostle define Circumcision to be the Seal of the righteousnesse of Faith? I find this phrase to denominate the Covenant of Grace and its Spiritual priviledges; Why does the Apostle define Circumcision to be the Seal of the righteousness of Faith? I find this phrase to denominate the Covenant of Grace and its Spiritual privileges; q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc po31 j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
397 but that it ever denominated Canaan, or any National priviledges, I am yet to be informed. but that it ever denominated Canaan, or any National privileges, I am yet to be informed. cc-acp cst pn31 av vvn np1, cc d j n2, pns11 vbm av pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
398 And the limitation of it unto the personal faith of Abraham is so inconsistent to the scope of the Text, absurde in it self, And the limitation of it unto the personal faith of Abraham is so inconsistent to the scope of the Text, absurd in it self, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j p-acp pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
399 and smells so much of Popish Bellarmine, that I cannot but avoid (I had almost said abhor) it. and smells so much of Popish Bellarmine, that I cannot but avoid (I had almost said abhor) it. cc vvz av d pp-f j np1, cst pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi (pns11 vhd av vvn vvb) pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
400 But lastly, I would Quaery whether the adversaries of Circumcision sealing the Covenant of Grace, did ever yet observe adjuncts separable from a Covenant to bear the name of a Covenant? or did ever yet discern that the Land of Canaan was an appendant on the Covenant, But lastly, I would Query whither the Adversaries of Circumcision sealing the Covenant of Grace, did ever yet observe adjuncts separable from a Covenant to bear the name of a Covenant? or did ever yet discern that the Land of Canaan was an appendant on the Covenant, p-acp ord, pns11 vmd n1 cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vdd av av vvi n2 j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc vdd av av vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt j-jn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
401 but not of the essence of the Covenant, which if they well study, I doubt not but they will correct their ignorance and the errors thence arising, but not of the essence of the Covenant, which if they well study, I doubt not but they will correct their ignorance and the errors thence arising, cc-acp xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pns32 av vvi, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc dt n2 av vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
402 and so with us conclude, That Circumcision sealed Spiritual priviledges to the Jews as Baptism doth to Christians; and so with us conclude, That Circumcision sealed Spiritual privileges to the jews as Baptism does to Christians; cc av p-acp pno12 vvi, cst n1 vvd j n2 p-acp dt np2 p-acp n1 vdz p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
403 and Baptism succeeding to its use and ends, must have the same subjects, and is now the special ground of confident approach to God. and Baptism succeeding to its use and ends, must have the same subject's, and is now the special ground of confident approach to God. cc n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, vmb vhi dt d n2-jn, cc vbz av dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
404 Reas. 4. The nature and order of Baptism doth dispose unto a confident approach to God: Reas. 4. The nature and order of Baptism does dispose unto a confident approach to God: np1 crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
405 Baptism is a Seal and the first Seal to the Covenant of Grace and Salvation, and so is a ground of Faith, and an encouragement in accesse to God. Baptism is a Seal and the First Seal to the Covenant of Grace and Salvation, and so is a ground of Faith, and an encouragement in access to God. n1 vbz dt n1 cc dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
406 But in the Nature of Baptism three things do dispose unto confidence in approach to the Lord: But in the Nature of Baptism three things do dispose unto confidence in approach to the Lord: p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 crd n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
407 1. It is an Ordinance of Conjunction to the Church. 2. Consecration to God. 3. Confoederation with God. 1. It is an Ordinance of Conjunction to the Church. 2. Consecration to God. 3. Confoederation with God. crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. crd n1 p-acp np1. crd n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 28
408 And every one of these are Reasons of boldnesse in Access and assurance of Acceptance. 1. Baptism is an Ordinance of coojuuction to the Church. And every one of these Are Reasons of boldness in Access and assurance of Acceptance. 1. Baptism is an Ordinance of coojuuction to the Church. cc d crd pp-f d vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. crd n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
409 The Church is Christs Body, and every individual Christian is the members thereof, united by Baptism as by Nerves and Sinews: The Church is Christ Body, and every Individu Christian is the members thereof, united by Baptism as by Nerves and Sinews: dt n1 vbz npg1 n1, cc d j-jn np1 vbz dt n2 av, vvn p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
410 None but the Church may come nigh unto God, in Zion every one must appear before God: None but the Church may come High unto God, in Zion every one must appear before God: pix cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, p-acp np1 d pi vmb vvi p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
411 Christ is only conversant with his Spouse, if the Gentiles will draw nigh to the God of Jacob, they must joyn themselves to Israel the people of the Lord: christ is only conversant with his Spouse, if the Gentiles will draw High to the God of Jacob, they must join themselves to Israel the people of the Lord: np1 vbz av-j j p-acp po31 n1, cs dt n2-j vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
412 and all believers that will come nigh to God, must be added to the Church; all the promises of God are made to the Church; and all the administrations of the Covenant are in and to the Church; Ex Ecclesia nulla Salus, out of the Church no Salvation. and all believers that will come High to God, must be added to the Church; all the promises of God Are made to the Church; and all the administrations of the Covenant Are in and to the Church; Ex Ecclesia nulla Salus, out of the Church no Salvation. cc d n2 cst vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp cc p-acp dt n1; fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la, av pp-f dt n1 dx n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
413 They that will come nigh to God as his children, must be the daughters of Sion, of the houshold of Faith, and Commonwealth of Israel. They that will come High to God as his children, must be the daughters of Sion, of the household of Faith, and Commonwealth of Israel. pns32 cst vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
414 To be cast out of the Church, is to be debarred all priviledges of grace, & delivered over to Satan: To be cast out of the Church, is to be debarred all privileges of grace, & Delivered over to Satan: pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn d n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
415 for that relation to the Church is the only reason of every individual believers claim of promises and priviledges, for that Relation to the Church is the only reason of every Individu believers claim of promises and privileges, c-acp cst n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 vvb pp-f n2 cc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
416 & ground of confidence in all worship unto God; and this relation is conferred by Baptism, 1 Cor. 12.13. We are all Baptized into one Body, whether we be Jews or Greeks, bond or free. & ground of confidence in all worship unto God; and this Relation is conferred by Baptism, 1 Cor. 12.13. We Are all Baptised into one Body, whither we be jews or Greeks, bound or free. cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1; cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. pns12 vbr d j-vvn p-acp crd n1, cs pns12 vbb np2 cc np1, n1 cc j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
417 Baptism is the only badg of distinction to the Lords people; the very door of admission into the houshold of Faith; Baptism is the only badge of distinction to the lords people; the very door of admission into the household of Faith; n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1; dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
418 the very method of matriculation to Christ, his Disciples; and manner of adding to the Church such as shall be saved, Act. 2.41. the very method of matriculation to christ, his Disciples; and manner of adding to the Church such as shall be saved, Act. 2.41. dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, po31 n2; cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 d c-acp vmb vbi vvn, n1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
419 In a word, Baptism is the band of union to all Gods servants, binding them to a constant adherencie to his Name, In a word, Baptism is the band of Union to all God's Servants, binding them to a constant adherency to his Name, p-acp dt n1, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d ng1 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
420 and joynt attendance on his Worship, and is the bar of division from all others that are yet strangers to the Covenant; and joint attendance on his Worship, and is the bar of division from all Others that Are yet Strangers to the Covenant; cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2-jn cst vbr av n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
421 so as that until baptized they may not communicate of the holy things of God with the Church, so as that until baptised they may not communicate of the holy things of God with the Church, av c-acp d c-acp vvn pns32 vmb xx vvi pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
422 nor come nigh with them to the Lord. nor come High with them to the Lord. ccx vvb av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
423 In the Primitive times of the Church the Catechumenists, who were preparing for Baptism, not having been yet Baptized, were sent from Church Communion and holy priviledges with the profane and paenitentiaries by the cry of Sacra Sacris, holy things for holy men: In the Primitive times of the Church the Catechumenists, who were preparing for Baptism, not having been yet Baptised, were sent from Church Communion and holy privileges with the profane and paenitentiaries by the cry of Sacra Sacris, holy things for holy men: p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 dt np2, r-crq vbdr vvg p-acp n1, xx vhg vbn av j-vvn, vbdr vvn p-acp n1 n1 cc j n2 p-acp dt j cc n2-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-la np1, j n2 p-acp j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
424 but when by Baptisme they were incorporated into the Church then they continued in prayer, breaking of bread and every act of Worship to God with confidence: but when by Baptism they were incorporated into the Church then they continued in prayer, breaking of bred and every act of Worship to God with confidence: cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 cs pns32 vvd p-acp n1, vvg pp-f n1 cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
425 so that till the Church appear our mother we see no warrant to call God Father, his children are no vagrants in the high way and hedges, so that till the Church appear our mother we see no warrant to call God Father, his children Are no vagrants in the high Way and hedges, av cst p-acp dt n1 vvb po12 n1 pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp vvb np1 n1, po31 n2 vbr dx n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
426 and when begotten by uncorruptible seed of the Word were by Baptisme, placed in the lap, and when begotten by uncorruptible seed of the Word were by Baptism, placed in the lap, cc c-crq vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
427 and laid to the brests of the Church, then as her children we claim all the Priviledges of the Covenant and come to the throne of Grace with confidence; and laid to the breasts of the Church, then as her children we claim all the Privileges of the Covenant and come to the throne of Grace with confidence; cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp po31 n2 pns12 vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
428 nor may any without a forfeiture of Baptisme be judicially exacted by the Church deny our relation and liberty of accesse to God; nor may any without a forfeiture of Baptism be judicially exacted by the Church deny our Relation and liberty of access to God; ccx vmb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 vvb po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
429 I never yet could conceive any warrantable reason to deny the liberty of accesse to the Lords table to such Baptized soules whose horrid profaneness and obstinate spirits did not make them obnoxious to the censures of the Church in order to their excommunications and dismembring from the body, I never yet could conceive any warrantable reason to deny the liberty of access to the lords table to such Baptised Souls whose horrid profaneness and obstinate spirits did not make them obnoxious to the censures of the Church in order to their excommunications and dismembering from the body, pns11 av-x av vmd vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp d j-vvn n2 rg-crq j n1 cc j n2 vdd xx vvi pno32 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc vvg p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
430 and certainly Circumcision did not more firmly incorporate unto the Church under the Law, and conferre a liberty of approach unto the Sanctuary, and Certainly Circumcision did not more firmly incorporate unto the Church under the Law, and confer a liberty of approach unto the Sanctuary, cc av-j n1 vdd xx av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
431 then Baptisme doth under the Gospell. then Baptism does under the Gospel. cs n1 vdz p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
432 2. Baptisme is an Ordinance of Consecration unto God, God is a God of Holiness and will be sanctified in such as come unto him; 2. Baptism is an Ordinance of Consecration unto God, God is a God of Holiness and will be sanctified in such as come unto him; crd n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vvb p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
433 none may appear before him in their prophanenesse; none may appear before him in their profaneness; pix vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
434 the Masse of Mankind is so prophaned with sin that men in common may not appear before God, such as shall adore him must be adorned for him, the Mass of Mankind is so Profaned with since that men in Common may not appear before God, such as shall adore him must be adorned for him, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 cst n2 p-acp j vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, d c-acp vmb vvi pno31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
435 and if they will hold communion with him they must be consecrated to him; and if they will hold communion with him they must be consecrated to him; cc cs pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31 pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
436 God never comes nigh to Israel but he first calls to have the people Sanctified, nor comes the Messiah before his Messenger had prepared his way; Israel the onely Nation that holds communion with and comes to God are called an holy Nation because con•ecrated by Circumcision; God never comes High to Israel but he First calls to have the people Sanctified, nor comes the Messiah before his Messenger had prepared his Way; Israel the only nation that holds communion with and comes to God Are called an holy nation Because con•ecrated by Circumcision; np1 av-x vvz av-j p-acp np1 p-acp pns31 ord vvz pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn, ccx vvz dt np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhd vvn po31 n1; np1 dt j n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp cc vvz p-acp np1 vbr vvn dt j n1 c-acp vvn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
437 hence Circumcision is the terme and title of a Sanctified people, but uncircumcision the title and terme that denominates the prophanations that might not come nigh to God: hence Circumcision is the term and title of a Sanctified people, but uncircumcision the title and term that denominates the profanations that might not come High to God: av n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt vvd n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz dt n2 cst vmd xx vvi av-j p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
438 It is Gods command that such as were not first sanctified by Circumcision must not touch the Passeover, It is God's command that such as were not First sanctified by Circumcision must not touch the Passover, pn31 vbz ng1 n1 cst d c-acp vbdr xx ord vvn p-acp n1 vmb xx vvi dt np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
439 and it is given in charge to the keepers of the Sanctuary that the uncircumcised enter not into it to pollute it; and it is given in charge to the keepers of the Sanctuary that the uncircumcised enter not into it to pollute it; cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst dt j vvb xx p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
440 unhallowed things much lesse unhallowed persons, might not come nigh to God under the Law; unhallowed things much less unhallowed Persons, might not come High to God under the Law; j n2 d dc j n2, vmd xx vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
441 the holinesse of God is the same under the Gospell, and therefore such as will come nigh unto him most be consecrated, for he will have acceptable Sacrifice to be offered by a chosen Generation, a Royall Priesthood, an holy Nation; 1 Pet. 2.5.9. Men must be brought out of the high wayes and hedges and in his house be cloathed with a wedding garment, that with any confidence willex pect a welcome to his wedding Super, Mat. 22. And the only Ordinance of Consecration to God is Baptisme: the holiness of God is the same under the Gospel, and Therefore such as will come High unto him most be consecrated, for he will have acceptable Sacrifice to be offered by a chosen Generation, a Royal Priesthood, an holy nation; 1 Pet. 2.5.9. Men must be brought out of the high ways and hedges and in his house be clothed with a wedding garment, that with any confidence willex pect a welcome to his wedding Super, Mathew 22. And the only Ordinance of Consecration to God is Baptism: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt d p-acp dt n1, cc av d c-acp vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31 av-ds vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1, dt j n1; vvn np1 crd. np1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 cc p-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, cst p-acp d n1 vvi vvi dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1 fw-la, np1 crd cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
442 This is the badg of distinction and bar of division between the holy and prophane; This is the badge of distinction and bar of division between the holy and profane; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
443 if the Lord Jesus will present his Church to God he Sanctifieth it by the washing of water through the Word. Ephes. 5.26. if the Lord jesus will present his Church to God he Sanctifieth it by the washing of water through the Word. Ephesians 5.26. cs dt n1 np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1 pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
444 And if ever we will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven we must be born of the water and spirit: And if ever we will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven we must be born of the water and Spirit: cc cs av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
445 by Baptisme we are purified from the corruptions that are in the world through lust, and solemnly dedicated unto the name of Father Son and Holy Ghost, hereby we are separated from the world and added to the Church; by Baptism we Are purified from the corruptions that Are in the world through lust, and solemnly dedicated unto the name of Father Son and Holy Ghost, hereby we Are separated from the world and added to the Church; p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 cc j n1, av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
446 and the Baptized continue together in the Apostles doctrine in prayer and breaking of bread, and the Baptised continue together in the Apostles Doctrine in prayer and breaking of bred, cc dt j-vvn vvi av p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp n1 cc n-vvg pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
447 and all acts of worship, so that being thus consecrated, called out of the masse of mankind and constituted a peculiar and holy people to the Lord: and all acts of worship, so that being thus consecrated, called out of the mass of mankind and constituted a peculiar and holy people to the Lord: cc d n2 pp-f n1, av cst vbg av vvn, vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvn dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
448 Let us draw nigh in full assurance having our bodies washed with pure water. 3. Baptisme is an Ordinance of Confaederation with God; Let us draw High in full assurance having our bodies washed with pure water. 3. Baptism is an Ordinance of Confederation with God; vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp j n1 vhg po12 n2 vvn p-acp j n1. crd n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
449 two cannot walke together except they be agreed; two cannot walk together except they be agreed; crd vmbx vvi av c-acp pns32 vbb vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
450 God is a consuming fire to man if he condescend not a Covenant, as a shreene to prevent its scorching heat; God is a consuming fire to man if he condescend not a Covenant, as a shreene to prevent its scorching heat; np1 vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 cs pns31 vvb xx dt n1, c-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
451 I will be your God and ye shall be my people is the onely argument of encouragement to Abraham to walk with God and assurance of Believers acceptance with God; I will be your God and you shall be my people is the only argument of encouragement to Abraham to walk with God and assurance of Believers acceptance with God; pns11 vmb vbi po22 n1 cc pn22 vmb vbi po11 n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc n1 pp-f n2 n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
452 guilty man cannot come nigh offended God without some assurance that wrath is appeased and God Reconciled: guilty man cannot come High offended God without Some assurance that wrath is appeased and God Reconciled: j n1 vmbx vvi av-j vvn np1 p-acp d n1 cst n1 vbz vvn cc np1 vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
453 none since Adams fall can come nigh to God as a Creator, and Redemption must be transmitted by a Covenant, none since Adams fallen can come High to God as a Creator, and Redemption must be transmitted by a Covenant, pix p-acp npg1 n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
454 and the Administrations of the Covenant must be the onely pledge of assurance and encouragement unto access to God; and the Administrations of the Covenant must be the only pledge of assurance and encouragement unto access to God; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
455 the Covenant of God with Levi is the onely liberty of the Priests entrance in the Sanctum Sanctorum, the Covenant of Mediatorship is the confidence of Jesus Christ, his intercession, the Covenant of God with Levi is the only liberty of the Priests Entrance in the Sanctum Sanctorum, the Covenant of Mediatorship is the confidence of jesus christ, his Intercession, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
456 and the Covenant of Circumcision the Israelites title to the Passeover and freedom of the Sanctuary, and the Covenant of Circumcision the Israelites title to the Passover and freedom of the Sanctuary, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 dt np2 n1 p-acp dt np1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
457 and the Covenant of Baptisme Christians Right to the Lords Table and freedome of drawing nigh to God; and the Covenant of Baptism Christians Right to the lords Table and freedom of drawing High to God; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 vvi p-acp dt n2 n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg av-j p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
458 the Baptized do confaederate with God, you have heard, before that they must be faederati, in Covenant that are subjects of Baptisme, the promise is to you, is the ground and reason why any is Baptized; the Baptised doe confederate with God, you have herd, before that they must be faederati, in Covenant that Are subject's of Baptism, the promise is to you, is the ground and reason why any is Baptised; dt j-vvn n1 j-jn p-acp np1, pn22 vhb vvn, c-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi fw-la, p-acp n1 cst vbr n2-jn pp-f n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, vbz dt n1 cc n1 c-crq d vbz j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
459 Baptisme is the mutuall act of sealing the Covenant between God and the soule, by this outward sign and pledge God assureth us he will be our God, pardon our sin, subdue our Corruption by the blood of Christ, Baptism is the mutual act of sealing the Covenant between God and the soul, by this outward Signen and pledge God assureth us he will be our God, pardon our since, subdue our Corruption by the blood of christ, n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1, p-acp d j n1 cc vvi np1 vvz pno12 pns31 vmb vbi po12 n1, vvb po12 n1, vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
460 and we answerable stipulate with God, that we will accept him to be our God in Christ, we will be called by his name and become his servants; and we answerable stipulate with God, that we will accept him to be our God in christ, we will be called by his name and become his Servants; cc pns12 j vvb p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1 p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi po31 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
461 so that Baptisme is an argument pleadable in prayer for the remission of sin and Sanctification, so that Baptism is an argument pleadable in prayer for the remission of since and Sanctification, av d n1 vbz dt n1 j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
462 and an engagement unto duty against all impiety to be urged under all temptation; as it is a Sacrament it is a reciprocall bond between God and the soule: and an engagement unto duty against all impiety to be urged under all temptation; as it is a Sacrament it is a reciprocal bound between God and the soul: cc dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
463 when Paul would check the Corinthians schisme he doth it by this quaery, were ye Baptized into the name of Paul? importing you are to call your selves by his name with whom you confaederated in Baptisme: when Paul would check the Corinthians Schism he does it by this query, were the Baptised into the name of Paul? importing you Are to call your selves by his name with whom you confaederated in Baptism: c-crq np1 vmd vvi dt np1 n1 pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp d n1, vbdr dt j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vvg pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvd p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
464 so that the Baptized being Gods faederates, the Covenant being in their flesh, they must needs be qualified with confidence to come nigh to God, having such a ground of faith whereupon to claime the promises as is the Seales of the Covenant; so that the Baptised being God's faederates, the Covenant being in their Flesh, they must needs be qualified with confidence to come High to God, having such a ground of faith whereupon to claim the promises as is the Seals of the Covenant; av cst dt j-vvn n1 npg1 n2, dt n1 vbg p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, vhg d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2 a-acp vbz dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
465 the most encouraging argument that ever Gods people urged in access to God is, Lord remember thy Covenant; we are thy people. the most encouraging argument that ever God's people urged in access to God is, Lord Remember thy Covenant; we Are thy people. dt av-ds vvg n1 cst av ng1 n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vbz, n1 vvb po21 n1; pns12 vbr po21 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
466 We see then, that if we will be guided in our drawing nigh, God by the way of Christ, his appearance to his Church, or approach to his Father as a Mediator, We see then, that if we will be guided in our drawing High, God by the Way of christ, his appearance to his Church, or approach to his Father as a Mediator, pns12 vvb av, cst cs pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 vvg av-j, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
467 or if we observe the succession of Baptisme to Circumcision, or nature of Baptisme as an Ordinance of confaederation with God, consecration to God, conjunction to the Church of God, we must needs be convinced that Baptisme or the body washed with pure water is an especiall qualification that fits us for accesse to God. or if we observe the succession of Baptism to Circumcision, or nature of Baptism as an Ordinance of Confederation with God, consecration to God, conjunction to the Church of God, we must needs be convinced that Baptism or the body washed with pure water is an especial qualification that fits us for access to God. cc cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, n1 p-acp np1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb av vbi vvn cst n1 cc dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
468 And now we proceed to the application of the Doctrine. And now we proceed to the application of the Doctrine. cc av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
469 The first use then that we should make of this point is of information, and that teacheth us this Lesson, Baptisme is an Ordinance of exceeding dign••y and absolute necessity to be pursued and highly prized by the people of God that will draw nigh unto him, The First use then that we should make of this point is of information, and that Teaches us this lesson, Baptism is an Ordinance of exceeding dign••y and absolute necessity to be pursued and highly prized by the people of God that will draw High unto him, dt ord n1 av cst pns12 vmd vvi pp-f d n1 vbz pp-f n1, cc d vvz pno12 d n1, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 cc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
470 for it is the especiall qualification that fits us with confidence to draw nigh unto him, for it is the especial qualification that fits us with confidence to draw High unto him, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
471 as it is an Ordinance of God, it is the object of reverence and esteem and indispensably necessary by reason of Divine command, no• to be sleighted by such as pr•fesse subjection to him: as it is an Ordinance of God, it is the Object of Reverence and esteem and indispensably necessary by reason of Divine command, no• to be sleighted by such as pr•fesse subjection to him: c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi cc av-j j p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
472 but of much more value when considered as the Ordinance of incorporation into Christs body, matriculation into the houshold of faith, but of much more valve when considered as the Ordinance of incorporation into Christ body, matriculation into the household of faith, cc-acp pp-f d dc n1 c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
473 and consecration unto an holy God, and so it doth not onely call for affection, esteem honour and reverence: and consecration unto an holy God, and so it does not only call for affection, esteem honour and Reverence: cc n1 p-acp dt j np1, cc av pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp n1, vvb n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
474 but also it presents it selfe unto our reason, and imposeth it selfe on our conscience as usefull and indispensably necessary, but also it presents it self unto our reason, and Imposes it self on our conscience as useful and indispensably necessary, cc-acp av pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po12 n1 c-acp j cc av-j j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
475 whilst it appeares not onely as an act of worship, but Organ of Grace and instrument of much good unto the soule, the which though it doth doth not conferre, opere operato by meer application as by any Physiciall power in it selfe, while it appears not only as an act of worship, but Organ of Grace and Instrument of much good unto the soul, the which though it does does not confer, Opere operato by mere application as by any Physiciall power in it self, cs pn31 vvz xx av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f d j p-acp dt n1, dt r-crq cs pn31 vdz vdz xx vvi, fw-la fw-mi p-acp j n1 c-acp p-acp d j n1 p-acp pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
476 yet it is a morall instrument offering matter to the rationall argumentations and discourses of a believing soule, either to the encouragement of his faith or enforcement of duty, yet it is a moral Instrument offering matter to the rational argumentations and discourses of a believing soul, either to the encouragement of his faith or enforcement of duty, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 vvg n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
477 and is by divine institution Gods method and instrument whereby he hath graciously confirmed these priviledges, and is by divine Institution God's method and Instrument whereby he hath graciously confirmed these privileges, cc vbz p-acp j-jn n1 npg1 n1 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
478 and so it is necessary not onely ratione precepti, a commanded duty: and so it is necessary not only ratione precepti, a commanded duty: cc av pn31 vbz j xx av-j fw-la fw-la, dt j-vvn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
479 but also medii as a morall meanes to be managed by meditation and Divine method prescribed by the Lord, but also medii as a moral means to be managed by meditation and Divine method prescribed by the Lord, p-acp av fw-la p-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
480 as that whereby we may claime his promise and conclude a relation to and fitnesse for Communion with him, as that whereby we may claim his promise and conclude a Relation to and fitness for Communion with him, c-acp cst c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc vvi dt n1 p-acp cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
481 and without which we cannot ordinarily expect his blessing, and be accounted his people; and without which we cannot ordinarily expect his blessing, and be accounted his people; cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx av-j vvi po31 n1, cc vbi vvn po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
482 and what he doth in extraordinary cases where he providentially supersedeth an Ordinance, as by untimely death, and what he does in extraordinary cases where he providentially supersedeth an Ordinance, as by untimely death, cc r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp j n2 c-crq pns31 av-j vvz dt n1, c-acp p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
483 and the like, doth no way abate the dignity or abstract from the necessity of washing the body with pure water by the Sacrament of Baptisme; and the like, does not Way abate the dignity or abstract from the necessity of washing the body with pure water by the Sacrament of Baptism; cc dt j, vdz xx n1 vvi dt n1 cc n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
484 the conviction of this truth will call for a constant and reverent attendance on Baptisme and conscientious use of it in all covenient opportunitie that God shall give us, the conviction of this truth will call for a constant and reverend attendance on Baptism and conscientious use of it in all convenient opportunity that God shall give us, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d j n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
485 and check the contempt and profane negle•t thereof that is not a little abounded (to our shame and with grief of heart be it spoken) in the midst of us: and check the contempt and profane negle•t thereof that is not a little abounded (to our shame and with grief of heart be it spoken) in the midst of us: cc vvi dt n1 cc j n1 av cst vbz xx dt j vvd (p-acp po12 n1 cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbb pn31 vvn) p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12: (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
486 were men but rightly affected with the nature of Baptisme, they would see in it beauty, were men but rightly affected with the nature of Baptism, they would see in it beauty, vbr n2 cc-acp av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
487 and of it a great necessity. and of it a great necessity. cc pp-f pn31 dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
488 Was not washing of the flesh necessary and the holy Garment glorious in Israel because they fitted for approach to God and entrance into the holy place? if men were but really convinced that the body washed with pure water was a ground of assurance, Was not washing of the Flesh necessary and the holy Garment glorious in Israel Because they fitted for approach to God and Entrance into the holy place? if men were but really convinced that the body washed with pure water was a ground of assurance, vbds xx vvg pp-f dt n1 j cc dt j n1 j p-acp np1 c-acp pns32 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1? cs n2 vbdr cc-acp av-j vvd cst dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
489 because a qualification of access to God, that B•ptisme is the onely band of union and doore of admission into the Church, the formall consecration to the service of the living God, what an esteem of Baptisme must needs possesse their hearts, Because a qualification of access to God, that B•ptisme is the only band of Union and door of admission into the Church, the formal consecration to the service of the living God, what an esteem of Baptism must needs possess their hearts, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cst n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av vvi po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
490 and make them not content without, but carefull to pursue it, as seeing into Gods presence there is no approach to such as are not sanctified by the washing of water through the Word? but a pressing unto Gods Ordinances, not thus prepared, must be a presumption no less then damnable; and make them not content without, but careful to pursue it, as seeing into God's presence there is no approach to such as Are not sanctified by the washing of water through the Word? but a pressing unto God's Ordinances, not thus prepared, must be a presumption no less then damnable; cc vvi pno32 xx vvi p-acp, cc-acp j pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp vvg p-acp ng1 n1 a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d c-acp vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp npg1 n2, xx av vvn, vmb vbi dt n1 av-dx av-dc cs j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
491 nay how would the sence of Baptisme affect the heart with joy, whilst thereby we are made Members of Gods Church (an higher priviledg then the Coronation of a King C. ) and made fit for the worship of an holy God, the ground of all alacrity and boldnesse in the use of his Ordinances? How must such a soule say what a happy condition am I now in, who through Grace have my body washed with pure water, nay how would the sense of Baptism affect the heart with joy, while thereby we Are made Members of God's Church (an higher privilege then the Coronation of a King C.) and made fit for the worship of an holy God, the ground of all alacrity and boldness in the use of his Ordinances? How must such a soul say what a happy condition am I now in, who through Grace have my body washed with pure water, uh-x q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cs av pns12 vbr vvn n2 pp-f npg1 n1 (dt jc n1 cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1) cc vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2? q-crq vmb d dt n1 vvb r-crq dt j n1 vbm pns11 av p-acp, r-crq p-acp n1 vhb po11 n1 vvn p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
492 and joyned to the houshold of faith, and sanctified for the service of that consuming fire and Holy God, whom to approach unto, it's the greatest happinesse man can enjoy? whilst others are a far off, debarred the Holy things of Grace, and joined to the household of faith, and sanctified for the service of that consuming fire and Holy God, whom to approach unto, it's the greatest happiness man can enjoy? while Others Are a Far off, debarred the Holy things of Grace, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1 cc j np1, ro-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp, pn31|vbz dt js n1 n1 vmb vvi? cs ng2-jn vbr dt av-j a-acp, vvd dt j n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
493 and dare not intermeddle with the Holy things of God, nor draw nigh unto his Holy place; and Dare not intermeddle with the Holy things of God, nor draw High unto his Holy place; cc vvb xx vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, ccx vvb av-j p-acp po31 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
494 I come with freedome into his Sanctuary, and claim the liberty and priviledges thereof by virtue of Baptism, that Covenant of God which is upon my flesh, in this therefore I will rejoyce before the Lord. I come with freedom into his Sanctuary, and claim the liberty and privileges thereof by virtue of Baptism, that Covenant of God which is upon my Flesh, in this Therefore I will rejoice before the Lord. pns11 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc n2 av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp po11 n1, p-acp d av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
495 Nay, the sense of Baptisme as a qualification for accesse to God would set our hearts into a reverent use and dreadfull attendance on the administration of it to others; Nay, the sense of Baptism as a qualification for access to God would Set our hearts into a reverend use and dreadful attendance on the administration of it to Others; uh-x, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
496 whilest the Element is weak and simple, its use and end must make it glorious and powerful; whilst the Element is weak and simple, its use and end must make it glorious and powerful; cs dt n1 vbz j cc j, po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pn31 j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
497 whilst common washing is contemptible, a bathing the flesh at the door of the Tabernacle in order to an entrance into the Holy place, and appearance before God is dreadful; while Common washing is contemptible, a bathing the Flesh At the door of the Tabernacle in order to an Entrance into the Holy place, and appearance before God is dreadful; cs j n-vvg vbz j, dt vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 vbz j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
498 •••••gh Wax and parchment a•• poor, and viile, & base, and common Commodities most Shops afford Commodities much higher prized, •••••gh Wax and parchment a•• poor, and viile, & base, and Common Commodities most Shops afford Commodities much higher prized, j n1 cc n1 n1 j, cc n1, cc j, cc j n2 av-ds n2 vvb n2 av-d av-jc vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
499 yet these conjoyned by the hand of Majesty to make a Patent, Deed or Magna Charta to secure some Grant, priviledge or great revenue, is of much more worth and value, yet these conjoined by the hand of Majesty to make a Patent, Deed or Magna Charta to secure Some Grant, privilege or great revenue, is of much more worth and valve, av d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, n1 cc fw-la fw-la pc-acp vvi d n1, n1 cc j n1, vbz pp-f d dc j cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
500 and received with more reverence and esteem: if we look on water, we see it is an Element as low as common; and received with more Reverence and esteem: if we look on water, we see it is an Element as low as Common; cc vvd p-acp dc n1 cc n1: cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 c-acp j c-acp j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
501 as me•n in our esteem, as ordinary in men• use; as me•n in our esteem, as ordinary in men• use; c-acp av p-acp po12 n1, c-acp j p-acp n1 vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
502 and this is ready to raise in our hearts contemptible thoughts, and make us say, what a beggerly Element and base Administration is this? What profit can be in the Application of an handfull of water? But when we shall consider that water is applyed by vertue of Gods Command, and this is ready to raise in our hearts contemptible thoughts, and make us say, what a beggarly Element and base Administration is this? What profit can be in the Application of an handful of water? But when we shall Consider that water is applied by virtue of God's Command, cc d vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 j n2, cc vvb pno12 vvi, r-crq dt j n1 cc j n1 vbz d? q-crq n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? p-acp c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cst n1 vbz vvd p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
503 as a most sacred Ordinance, to signifie the blood of Christ whereby we are cleansed from all sin; as a most sacred Ordinance, to signify the blood of christ whereby we Are cleansed from all since; c-acp dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
504 to seale unto us the Covenant of Grace and all its priviledges of Salvation, to set us in union with the Church to the enjoyment of all Gospel Ordinances, to seal unto us the Covenant of Grace and all its privileges of Salvation, to Set us in Union with the Church to the enjoyment of all Gospel Ordinances, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc d po31 n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
505 and Sanctifie us as a peculiar people, that may and must draw nigh to God in assurance of faith; and Sanctify us as a peculiar people, that may and must draw High to God in assurance of faith; cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n1, cst vmb cc vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
506 what lustre doth there appear in the Ordinance? what reverence doth then raise our Spirits? what high and honourable regard doe we then see we ow unto this common and contemptible act of Baptisme? oh what prayers for efficacy? what prayses for enjoyment, what pleasure in administration? must the consecrating, qualifying and soule-encouraging assuring nature of Baptisme, effect in all such as are seriously affected with Gods Holiness and the order of approach to him? unto all such Baptisme is no carnall beggarly and unprofitable Element, what lustre does there appear in the Ordinance? what Reverence does then raise our Spirits? what high and honourable regard do we then see we owe unto this Common and contemptible act of Baptism? o what Prayers for efficacy? what praises for enjoyment, what pleasure in administration? must the consecrating, qualifying and soule-encouraging assuring nature of Baptism, Effect in all such as Are seriously affected with God's Holiness and the order of approach to him? unto all such Baptism is no carnal beggarly and unprofitable Element, r-crq n1 vdz a-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? q-crq n1 vdz av vvi po12 n2? q-crq j cc j n1 vdb pns12 av vvb pns12 vvi p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f n1? uh q-crq n2 p-acp n1? q-crq n2 p-acp n1, r-crq n1 p-acp n1? vmb dt n-vvg, j-vvg cc j vvg n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp d d c-acp vbr av-j vvn p-acp npg1 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31? p-acp d d n1 vbz dx j j cc j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
507 but a Glorious Spirituall Evangelicall Administration of exceeding dignity; but a Glorious Spiritual Evangelical Administration of exceeding dignity; cc-acp dt j j np1 n1 pp-f j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
508 no Church complement and matter of indifferency that may or may not be used without any damage, no Church compliment and matter of indifferency that may or may not be used without any damage, dx n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
509 but a compleat duty by reason of Divine command and its own due nature, disposing man into such a devout relation to God, and so of indispensable necessity. but a complete duty by reason of Divine command and its own due nature, disposing man into such a devout Relation to God, and so of indispensable necessity. cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc po31 d j-jn n1, vvg n1 p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc av pp-f j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
510 Ʋse 2. Is of reproofe, justly to blame that disesteeme and disregard of Baptisme that is to be found among us; Ʋse 2. Is of reproof, justly to blame that disesteem and disregard of Baptism that is to be found among us; j crd vbz pp-f n1, av-j pc-acp vvi cst vvb cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
511 our age of liberty hath set us so loose to Gospell Ordinances that many can be not onely content wi•hout them, our age of liberty hath Set us so lose to Gospel Ordinances that many can be not only content wi•hout them, po12 n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pno12 av vvi p-acp n1 n2 cst d vmb vbi xx av-j j n1 pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
512 but also readily run into the contempt of them; but also readily run into the contempt of them; cc-acp av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
513 how few in the midst of us understand the nature and seek the use of Baptisme as a ground of •aith and Ordinance of Consecration, how few in the midst of us understand the nature and seek the use of Baptism as a ground of •aith and Ordinance of Consecration, c-crq d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12 vvi dt n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
514 and so of confident access to God; and so of confident access to God; cc av pp-f j n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
515 mens principles and practise doth proclaim their palpable ignorance of such priviledges possessed by the body washed with pu•e water: men's principles and practice does proclaim their palpable ignorance of such privileges possessed by the body washed with pu•e water: ng2 n2 cc n1 vdz vvi po32 j n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
516 How many (to our shame and with griefe be it spoken) do use Baptisme as a meere Church complement and convenient Ce•emony? to the content of their wives, kinsfolke, friends or neighbours, bring their children to be Baptised without any awe of an Ordinance of God upon their spirit or apprehension of advantage to be by Baptisme conferred, How many (to our shame and with grief be it spoken) do use Baptism as a mere Church compliment and convenient Ce•emony? to the content of their wives, kinsfolk, Friends or neighbours, bring their children to be Baptised without any awe of an Ordinance of God upon their Spirit or apprehension of advantage to be by Baptism conferred, q-crq d (p-acp po12 n1 cc p-acp n1 vbb pn31 vvn) vdb vvi n1 c-acp dt j n1 n1 cc j n1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, n1, n2 cc n2, vvb po32 n2 pc-acp vbi j-vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
517 or design and intention of solemne dedication of their children to God and his service, or Design and intention of solemn dedication of their children to God and his service, cc n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
518 and so to have Gods name and Covenant stamped upon their flesh, and them fi•ted for accesse to God in the Assemblies of his people; and so to have God's name and Covenant stamped upon their Flesh, and them fi•ted for access to God in the Assemblies of his people; cc av pc-acp vhi n2 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc pno32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
519 and hence it is that they are at cost and care for the civilities that attend the Baptisme of their children, and hence it is that they Are At cost and care for the civilities that attend the Baptism of their children, cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
520 but as for the Solemne praises of God, for the blessing of the Covenant, prayers for a blessing on an Ordina•ce, but as for the Solemn praises of God, for the blessing of the Covenant, Prayers for a blessing on an Ordina•ce, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
521 and carefull instruction of their Baptized children in the consecrating nature of Baptisme, the boldnesse it creates, and careful instruction of their Baptised children in the consecrating nature of Baptism, the boldness it creates, cc j n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pn31 vvz, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
522 and the duty of access to God it imposeth, these come not into his thoughts, cost him no care or pains, his friends gone, and the duty of access to God it Imposes, these come not into his thoughts, cost him no care or pains, his Friends gone, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 pn31 vvz, d vvb xx p-acp po31 n2, n1 pno31 dx n1 cc n2, po31 n2 vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
523 and work done, he thinks himselfe well rid of a piece of trouble, and pursues that dayes enjoyments to no more advantage: and work done, he thinks himself well rid of a piece of trouble, and pursues that days enjoyments to no more advantage: cc n1 vdn, pns31 vvz px31 av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz d ng2 n2 p-acp dx dc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
524 nay how many sit so luke-warme in minds and affections to Baptisme that they think it to be a meer Ceremony, nay how many fit so lukewarm in minds and affections to Baptism that they think it to be a mere Ceremony, uh-x c-crq d vvb av j p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cst pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
525 and matter of indifferency, if their body be washed they are content, but they know no good it hath done them: and matter of indifferency, if their body be washed they Are content, but they know no good it hath done them: cc n1 pp-f n1, cs po32 n1 vbb vvn pns32 vbr j, cc-acp pns32 vvb dx j pn31 vhz vdn pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
526 and if it be not washed they are as well pleased, they see no losse they undergoe by the want of it, and if it be not washed they Are as well pleased, they see no loss they undergo by the want of it, cc cs pn31 vbb xx vvn pns32 vbr a-acp av vvn, pns32 vvb dx n1 pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
527 and they can accompany with the Baptized or unbaptized in the Assemblies of Gods people and Administrations of Grace; and they can accompany with the Baptised or unbaptized in the Assemblies of God's people and Administrations of Grace; cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
528 they matter not an outward Ceremony, but look after the inward and hidden Man of the heart; they matter not an outward Ceremony, but look After the inward and hidden Man of the heart; pns32 vvi xx dt j n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
529 true and reall Grace without any outward Ordinance, shall be the ground of their communion; but say Circumcision or Uncircumcision avails not to them; true and real Grace without any outward Ordinance, shall be the ground of their communion; but say Circumcision or Uncircumcision avails not to them; j cc j n1 p-acp d j n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; cc-acp vvb n1 cc n1 vvz xx p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
530 must it not be concluded that these men yet need to be informed in the first rudiments of the Doctrine of God, must it not be concluded that these men yet need to be informed in the First rudiments of the Doctrine of God, vmb pn31 xx vbi vvn cst d n2 av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
531 even the Doctrine of Baptismes? and to be convinced, that the body washed with pure water, is the qualification prescribed by a glorious God, to consecrate such as with confidence approach before him? and so the contempt of it must needs be prophane and dangerous; even the Doctrine of Baptisms? and to be convinced, that the body washed with pure water, is the qualification prescribed by a glorious God, to consecrate such as with confidence approach before him? and so the contempt of it must needs be profane and dangerous; av dt n1 pp-f n2? cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j np1, pc-acp vvi d c-acp p-acp n1 vvi p-acp pno31? cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av vbi j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
532 nay, too many in the midst of us, open their black mouths and give their blasphemous tongues the liberty of decrying and vilifying this Holy Ordinance, envying against it as a carnal, base, beggarly Element, an Excrementious Ordinance, nay, too many in the midst of us, open their black mouths and give their blasphemous tongues the liberty of decrying and vilifying this Holy Ordinance, envying against it as a carnal, base, beggarly Element, an Excrementious Ordinance, uh-x, av d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12, vvb po32 j-jn n2 cc vvi po32 j n2 dt n1 pp-f vvg cc j-vvg d j n1, vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j, j, j n1, dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
533 and Antichristian Idol, and piece of abomination; so horribly profane and impudent do impostors grow by liberty, that they will outface God, and Antichristian Idol, and piece of abomination; so horribly profane and impudent do impostors grow by liberty, that they will outface God, cc jp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; av av-j j cc j vdb n2 vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
534 and speak blasphemously of Divine institution, and the appointed order of accesse to God in the assemblies of his people. and speak blasphemously of Divine Institution, and the appointed order of access to God in the assemblies of his people. cc vvi av-j pp-f j-jn n1, cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
535 Nay, what shall we say to the rude recession of people from the application of Baptism to others? or their irreverent attendance on it, Nay, what shall we say to the rude recession of people from the application of Baptism to Others? or their irreverent attendance on it, uh-x, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn? cc po32 j n1 p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
536 as if it concerned not them, or were no part of Gods worship; as if it concerned not them, or were not part of God's worship; c-acp cs pn31 vvd xx pno32, cc vbdr xx n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
537 and of those eminent pretenders unto Saintship, who disown the relation of men Baptized to God, and of those eminent pretenders unto Saintship, who disown the Relation of men Baptised to God, cc pp-f d j n2 p-acp n1, r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f n2 j-vvn p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
538 and themselves (as the people of God) standing at a distance from the consecrated to the Lords service, and themselves (as the people of God) standing At a distance from the consecrated to the lords service, cc px32 (c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
539 as if profane and altogether strangers to the Covenant, and many other profane carriages that are insuitable to so holy an Ordinance: as if profane and altogether Strangers to the Covenant, and many other profane carriages that Are insuitable to so holy an Ordinance: c-acp cs j cc av n2 p-acp dt n1, cc d j-jn j n2 cst vbr j p-acp av j dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
540 But Generalia non pungunt; not to confine my self to Generals, which will hardly reach the heart and consciences. But Generalia non pungunt; not to confine my self to Generals, which will hardly reach the heart and Consciences. cc-acp np1 fw-fr fw-la; xx pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vmb av vvi dt n1 cc n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
541 Give me leave to take notice of those principles and practises that are inconsistent with this holy use and nature of Baptisme, Give me leave to take notice of those principles and practises that Are inconsistent with this holy use and nature of Baptism, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 cst vbr j p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
542 and do indeed profanely militate against this doctrine that teacheth you, That Baptism, or the body washed with pure water, is the especial qualification of confidence in approach to God in the assemblies of his people: and do indeed profanely militate against this Doctrine that Teaches you, That Baptism, or the body washed with pure water, is the especial qualification of confidence in approach to God in the assemblies of his people: cc vdb av av-j vvi p-acp d n1 cst vvz pn22, cst n1, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
543 and I shall Rank them into this order, and make them known by these names: They are such who, and I shall Rank them into this order, and make them known by these names: They Are such who, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, cc vvi pno32 vvn p-acp d n2: pns32 vbr d q-crq, (8) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
544 1. Dictate to the unbaptized a liberty of accesse to God. 2. Disown and decline their Baptism in their approaches to God. 1. Dictate to the unbaptized a liberty of access to God. 2. Disown and decline their Baptism in their Approaches to God. crd vvi p-acp dt j-vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. crd n1 cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 28
545 3. Disregard Baptism administred to others. 4. Disesteeme the priviledges conferred by Baptism. 5. Declare not to theirs Baptized the dignity and duty of Baptism. 3. Disregard Baptism administered to Others. 4. Disesteem the privileges conferred by Baptism. 5. Declare not to theirs Baptised the dignity and duty of Baptism. crd n1 n1 vvn p-acp n2-jn. crd vvb dt n2 vvn p-acp n1. crd vvb xx p-acp png32 j-vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 28
546 6. Deny the Baptized the liberty of accesse to God in the assemblies of his people and use of his Ordinances. 6. Deny the Baptised the liberty of access to God in the assemblies of his people and use of his Ordinances. crd vvb dt j-vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 28
547 Unto each of these this Doctrine doth speak Reproof and Blame, as we shall note in the particular consideration of them. And Unto each of these this Doctrine does speak Reproof and Blame, as we shall note in the particular consideration of them. And p-acp d pp-f d d n1 vdz vvi n1 cc vvb, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. cc (8) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 28
548 First, If the washing of the body with pure water or Baptism be the especial qualification of confident approach to God in the assemblies of his people, First, If the washing of the body with pure water or Baptism be the especial qualification of confident approach to God in the assemblies of his people, ord, cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1 vbb dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
549 then Generally are they too blame, who do Dictate to the unbaptized a liberty of accesse to God. then Generally Are they too blame, who do Dictate to the unbaptized a liberty of access to God. av av-j vbr pns32 av vvi, q-crq vdb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
550 Many in this Remisse age of ours, can make Baptism a matter of no moment in their Communion; Many in this Remiss age of ours, can make Baptism a matter of no moment in their Communion; d p-acp d j n1 pp-f png12, vmb vvi n1 dt n1 pp-f dx n1 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
551 they can hold Communion with baptized or unbaptised, and cry out, Circumcision or uncircumcision is to them nothing, they can hold Communion with baptised or unbaptised, and cry out, Circumcision or uncircumcision is to them nothing, pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j-vvn cc j-vvn, cc vvb av, n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp pno32 pix, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
552 as if this Ordinance of Baptism were rendred indifferent as the nullified Ordinance of Circumcision. as if this Ordinance of Baptism were rendered indifferent as the nullified Ordinance of Circumcision. c-acp cs d n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn j p-acp dt vvd n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
553 And they themselves complain of rigor and severity in such as impose Baptism as the ground of Communion in the Church, And they themselves complain of rigor and severity in such as impose Baptism as the ground of Communion in the Church, cc pns32 px32 vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d c-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
554 and decline the administration of holy things to the unbaptized; these call for inward grace, the answer of a good conscience. and decline the administration of holy things to the unbaptized; these call for inward grace, the answer of a good conscience. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt j-vvn; d vvb p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
555 Real love to Jesus Christ, and then they care not whether they ever passe under the outward Ordinance or be Baptized. Real love to jesus christ, and then they care not whither they ever pass under the outward Ordinance or be Baptised. j n1 p-acp np1 np1, cc av pns32 vvb xx cs pns32 av vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc vbi j-vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
556 And herein the Lukewarmnesse of private men is not so much to be blamed, for that the leaders of the people cause them to erre; And herein the Lukewarmness of private men is not so much to be blamed, for that the leaders of the people cause them to err; cc av dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz xx av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
557 some that stand in the midst of you as guides, and professe themselves Ministers of Jesus Christ, Some that stand in the midst of you as guides, and profess themselves Ministers of jesus christ, d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn22 c-acp vvz, cc vvi px32 n2 pp-f np1 np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
558 and teachers of the truth, have not been aff•aid (if I may not say ashamed) positively to affirm, and Teachers of the truth, have not been aff•aid (if I may not say ashamed) positively to affirm, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vhb xx vbn vvn (cs pns11 vmb xx vvi j) av-j p-acp vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
559 and (in this Pulpit) plainly to teach as the very mind of God, Tha Baptism is not the ground of Church Communion, and (in this Pulpit) plainly to teach as the very mind of God, Than Baptism is not the ground of Church Communion, cc (p-acp d n1) av-j p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, d n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
560 but real Grace, the answer of a good Conscience, by the Resurrection of Christ from the dead: but real Grace, the answer of a good Conscience, by the Resurrection of christ from the dead: cc-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
561 and therefore did offer and affirm, That although a man were altogether ignorant of the Doctrine of Baptism, and Therefore did offer and affirm, That although a man were altogether ignorant of the Doctrine of Baptism, cc av vdd vvi cc vvi, cst cs dt n1 vbdr av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
562 and had never passed under that outward Ordinance, yet he could own him as a member of the Church, hold Communion with him, and had never passed under that outward Ordinance, yet he could own him as a member of the Church, hold Communion with him, cc vhd av vvn p-acp d j n1, av pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb n1 p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
563 and admit him to all the Ordinances of Jesus Christ; and admit him to all the Ordinances of jesus christ; cc vvi pno31 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
564 and much to this purpose, which stands in a direct contradiction to this truth, and declared use of Baptism. and much to this purpose, which Stands in a Direct contradiction to this truth, and declared use of Baptism. cc av-d p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvd n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
565 For if it be the qualification of accesse to God, the door of admission into the assemblies of Gods people, For if it be the qualification of access to God, the door of admission into the assemblies of God's people, p-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
566 and way of consecration unto Communion in the holy things of God: and Way of consecration unto Communion in the holy things of God: cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
567 must it not needs be profanenesse to administer the holy things of God to such as are not thus qualified? and presumption to invite such unto the participation of them? But a little to expostulate with the asserters of this Baptism-subverting notion: must it not needs be profaneness to administer the holy things of God to such as Are not thus qualified? and presumption to invite such unto the participation of them? But a little to expostulate with the asserters of this Baptism-subverting notion: vmb pn31 xx av vbi n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d c-acp vbr xx av vvn? cc n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32? p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
568 Will God be worshipped by outward Ordinaces? and must these Ordinances be enjoyed in order, some preparing for participation to others? Is Baptism the first Ordinance of the Gospel? Initiating Seal of the Covenant? Door of admission into the Church? and method of Matriculation into the houshold of Faith? and way of consecration unto Communion with God and his people? Is it not reckoned among the first principles of the Word of God, to be learned by all Disciples entred into Christ's School? And if so, must it not be horrid profaneness to decry the knowledge of Baptism and its Doctrine? To expose communion with God and his people to common hands never sanctified, Will God be worshipped by outward Ordinances? and must these Ordinances be enjoyed in order, Some preparing for participation to Others? Is Baptism the First Ordinance of the Gospel? Initiating Seal of the Covenant? Door of admission into the Church? and method of Matriculation into the household of Faith? and Way of consecration unto Communion with God and his people? Is it not reckoned among the First principles of the Word of God, to be learned by all Disciples entered into Christ's School? And if so, must it not be horrid profaneness to decry the knowledge of Baptism and its Doctrine? To expose communion with God and his people to Common hands never sanctified, vmb np1 vbi vvn p-acp j n2? cc vmb d n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1, d vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn? vbz n1 dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1? vvg n1 pp-f dt n1? n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1? cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1? vbz pn31 xx vvn p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp npg1 n1? cc cs av, vmb pn31 xx vbi j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc po31 n1? pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp j n2 av-x vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
569 and by body washing separated from the heap of mankind, on whom Baptism never stamped holinesse? and grosse impiety to fling open the door of Gods house that dogs and swine may enter at pleasure, there being no baptismal badge of distinction between them and the children of God? Is it not great prodigality to offer the priviledges of the Covenant to every hand, not having any Sealed interest whereon to claim? Is it not grievous presumption to decline the directed order of the Gospel, and by body washing separated from the heap of mankind, on whom Baptism never stamped holiness? and gross impiety to fling open the door of God's house that Dogs and Swine may enter At pleasure, there being no baptismal badge of distinction between them and the children of God? Is it not great prodigality to offer the privileges of the Covenant to every hand, not having any Sealed Interest whereon to claim? Is it not grievous presumption to decline the directed order of the Gospel, cc p-acp n1 vvg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq n1 av-x vvd n1? cc j n1 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cst n2 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, a-acp vbg dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt n2 pp-f np1? vbz pn31 xx j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, xx vhg d vvn n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi? vbz pn31 xx j n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
570 and dispence the holy things of God in a way and method contrary to that whereby Christ and his Apostles either injoyned or administred them? Must not this needs be Superstition, Will-worship, a laying waste Divine directions, and dispense the holy things of God in a Way and method contrary to that whereby christ and his Apostles either enjoined or administered them? Must not this needs be Superstition, Will-worship, a laying waste Divine directions, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 j-jn p-acp cst c-crq np1 cc po31 n2 av-d vvd cc vvd pno32? vmb xx d av vbb n1, n1, dt vvg vvi j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
571 and running from the Rule of Scripture, and due method of holy things? Must not God in his Jealousie needs arise and say to such Ministers as to the keepers of the Sanctuary, Ez•k. 44.7. You have enough of all abominations, seeing ye have brought into my house the unbaptized in fl•sh and in spirit. and running from the Rule of Scripture, and due method of holy things? Must not God in his Jealousy needs arise and say to such Ministers as to the keepers of the Sanctuary, Ez•k. 44.7. You have enough of all abominations, seeing you have brought into my house the unbaptized in fl•sh and in Spirit. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1 pp-f j n2? vmb xx np1 p-acp po31 n1 av vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb. crd. pn22 vhb av-d pp-f d n2, vvg pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1 dt j-vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
572 To what end do these men Baptize any, or urge any to be Baptized? In this assertion Baptisme is proclaimed a matter of indifferency, To what end do these men Baptise any, or urge any to be Baptised? In this assertion Baptism is proclaimed a matter of indifferency, p-acp r-crq n1 vdb d n2 vvb d, cc vvi d pc-acp vbi j-vvn? p-acp d n1 n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
573 nay, a meer nullity, an action of no advantage, administred to no end: for if it confer not outward Priviledges, it will never conveigh inward Grace. nay, a mere nullity, an actium of no advantage, administered to no end: for if it confer not outward Privileges, it will never convey inward Grace. uh-x, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dx n1, vvn p-acp dx n1: c-acp cs pn31 vvb xx j n2, pn31 vmb av-x vvi j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
574 And thus the institutions of the Lord Jesus stands charged with folly and vanity, and the Ordinances of the Gospel are made Complements, and bootlesse Ceremonies; And thus the institutions of the Lord jesus Stands charged with folly and vanity, and the Ordinances of the Gospel Are made Compliments, and bootless Ceremonies; cc av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn n2, cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
575 but rather the Spirit of seduction is evidenced to be prophane, notoriously wicked, willingly withstanding Divine order, but rather the Spirit of seduction is evidenced to be profane, notoriously wicked, willingly withstanding Divine order, cc-acp av-c dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j, av-j j, av-j vvg j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
576 and in the name of God exposing the holy God to irreverent, rude approaches, and his Seals and sanctifying Ordinance to scorn and contempt. and in the name of God exposing the holy God to irreverent, rude Approaches, and his Seals and sanctifying Ordinance to scorn and contempt. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt j np1 p-acp j, j n2, cc po31 n2 cc j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 28
577 Nor is this guilt thus charged in the least extenuated by the qualifica•ion required and propounded as the ground of Communion; Nor is this guilt thus charged in the least extenuated by the qualifica•ion required and propounded as the ground of Communion; ccx vbz d n1 av vvn p-acp dt av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
578 viz. R•al Grace, the answer of a go•d conscience by the Resu•rect•on of Christ from the de•d: viz. R•al Grace, the answer of a go•d conscience by the Resu•rect•on of christ from the de•d: n1 j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
579 for I never yet found this propounded in Scripture as the ground of Church communion; for I never yet found this propounded in Scripture as the ground of Church communion; c-acp pns11 av-x av vvd d vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
580 not is it discernable by every eye of every common believer, who are to see such sanctified unto God to whom they do joyn themselves. not is it discernible by every eye of every Common believer, who Are to see such sanctified unto God to whom they do join themselves. xx vbz pn31 j p-acp d n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi d j-vvn p-acp np1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vdb vvi px32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
581 Nay, the very Stewards of the mysteries of God have not that Spirit of infallible discerning the truth of grace. Nay, the very Stewards of the Mysteres of God have not that Spirit of infallible discerning the truth of grace. uh-x, dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb xx d n1 pp-f j vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
582 Grosse hypocrites have been by the very Apostles of Jesus Christ Baptized and admitted into the Church: Gross Hypocrites have been by the very Apostles of jesus christ Baptised and admitted into the Church: j n2 vhb vbn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1 j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
583 and so will be by all that administer holy things, for Hypocrites void of true Grace, must be found in the Church when the Lord Jesus Christ shall come to Judgment. and so will be by all that administer holy things, for Hypocrites void of true Grace, must be found in the Church when the Lord jesus christ shall come to Judgement. cc av vmb vbi p-acp d cst vvb j n2, c-acp n2 j pp-f j n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 np1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
584 And if it could be known, yet by what authority is inward Grace divided from the outward Ordinance and opposed thereunto? Those things which God hath joyned together, shall any man dare to divide asunder? and can true Grace consist with ignorance of the Doctrine of Baptism, And if it could be known, yet by what Authority is inward Grace divided from the outward Ordinance and opposed thereunto? Those things which God hath joined together, shall any man Dare to divide asunder? and can true Grace consist with ignorance of the Doctrine of Baptism, cc cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn, av p-acp r-crq n1 vbz j n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc vvn av? d n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn av, vmb d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi av? cc vmb j n1 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
585 and neglect and contempt of the least Ordinance of Jesus Christ, and inversion of the order of the Gospel? But is not this most gracelesse Chymistry so to spiritualize Gospel dispensation as to Deifie every Minister that hath the charge of the Sanctuary? Nay, every believer that must hold communion in the Ordinances of the Gospel, by making them Searchers of the heart, and infallible discerners of Real Grace, the ground of Church Communion, and neglect and contempt of the least Ordinance of jesus christ, and inversion of the order of the Gospel? But is not this most graceless Chemistry so to spiritualize Gospel Dispensation as to Deify every Minister that hath the charge of the Sanctuary? Nay, every believer that must hold communion in the Ordinances of the Gospel, by making them Searchers of the heart, and infallible discerners of Real Grace, the ground of Church Communion, cc vvi cc n1 pp-f dt ds n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc-acp vbz xx d av-ds j n1 av pc-acp vvi n1 n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1? uh-x, d n1 cst vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg pno32 n2 pp-f dt n1, cc j n2 pp-f j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
586 and to justi••e the washing of the body which God hath made the ground of confidence in accesse to him in the assemblies of his people. and to justi••e the washing of the body which God hath made the ground of confidence in access to him in the assemblies of his people. cc pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 28
587 Secondly, The second sort to be reproved as contradictorie to this consecrating, faith encouraging Ord•nance of washing the body with pure water, are such as Disown and decline Baptism in their drawing nigh to God in the assemblies of his pe•ple: Like Priest like People; Secondly, The second sort to be reproved as contradictory to this consecrating, faith encouraging Ord•nance of washing the body with pure water, Are such as Disown and decline Baptism in their drawing High to God in the assemblies of his pe•ple: Like Priest like People; ord, dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d vvg, n1 vvg n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp j n1, vbr d c-acp vvn cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: j n1 av-j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
588 if men that •all themselves Ministers ••d Teachers shall with black mouths blaspheme Baptisme, it cannot but meet with people that shall pr•fane, contemn, if men that •all themselves Ministers ••d Teachers shall with black mouths Blaspheme Baptism, it cannot but meet with people that shall pr•fane, contemn, cs n2 cst vvb px32 n2 j-vvn n2 vmb p-acp j-jn n2 vvb n1, pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cst vmb vvi, vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
589 and cast off that holy Ordinance. and cast off that holy Ordinance. cc vvd a-acp d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
590 If Teachers shall dare in the Name of the Lord to declare, That water-baptism is not the ground of communion with the Church visible, no marvel if men do sl ght Baptisme in seeking such communion; If Teachers shall Dare in the Name of the Lord to declare, That Water baptism is not the ground of communion with the Church visible, no marvel if men do sl ght Baptism in seeking such communion; cs n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 j, dx n1 cs n2 vdb wd j-jn n1 p-acp vvg d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
591 nay, it were a marvel if some should not sinfully reject and renounce it; for he is a mean man that draweth not some Clients after him. nay, it were a marvel if Some should not sinfully reject and renounce it; for he is a mean man that draws not Some Clients After him. uh-x, pn31 vbdr dt n1 cs d vmd xx av-j vvi cc vvb pn31; c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz xx d n2 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
592 A•e there not many in the midst of us that make their way to God by renouncing their Baptism, A•e there not many in the midst of us that make their Way to God by renouncing their Baptism, j pc-acp xx d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12 cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
593 when once their fancy doth but dictate to them a vanity in that outward Ordinance, when once their fancy does but dictate to them a vanity in that outward Ordinance, c-crq a-acp po32 n1 vdz p-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 p-acp d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
594 and their tongues are filled with vilifying invectives, calling it beggarly Element, carnal Ordinance, outward and groundless Ceremony, badg of Antichrist, Superstitious administration; and their tongues Are filled with vilifying invectives, calling it beggarly Element, carnal Ordinance, outward and groundless Ceremony, badge of Antichrist, Superstitious administration; cc po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j-vvg n2, vvg pn31 j n1, j n1, j cc j n1, n1 pp-f np1, j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
595 their hearts are as full of joy as they can hold, now they are full of courage, can come with freedom and full assurance to God, being as they pretend baptized with the Spirit and fire; their hearts Are as full of joy as they can hold, now they Are full of courage, can come with freedom and full assurance to God, being as they pretend baptised with the Spirit and fire; po32 n2 vbr a-acp j pp-f n1 c-acp pns32 vmb vvi, av pns32 vbr j pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1, vbg c-acp pns32 vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
596 now they boldly joyn themselves to that assembly they call the Church of God, and despising all outward Ordinances, their formal admission must be by a full renunciation of their Baptism and all carnal acts of worship (as they phrase it) that they may serve God in Spirit. now they boldly join themselves to that assembly they call the Church of God, and despising all outward Ordinances, their formal admission must be by a full renunciation of their Baptism and all carnal acts of worship (as they phrase it) that they may serve God in Spirit. av pns32 av-j vvi px32 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg d j n2, po32 j n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc d j n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31) cst pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 28
597 This generation of men must needs appear most grossely ignorant or greatly deluded as to the method of approach to God, This generation of men must needs appear most grossly ignorant or greatly deluded as to the method of approach to God, d n1 pp-f n2 vmb av vvi av-ds av-j j cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
598 and manner of worship to be done unto him. Unto them I would demand, If they be guided by Scripture directions (not Enthusiasmes, and manner of worship to be done unto him. Unto them I would demand, If they be guided by Scripture directions (not Enthusiasms, cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno31. p-acp pno32 pns11 vmd vvi, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1 n2 (xx n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
599 and pretended Inspirations) whether Scripture doth not declare, That divided man must make no aprroach to God? the Spirit of all flesh will be adored with outward acts of worsh p wh•ch h• himself hath ap•ointed. and pretended Inspirations) whither Scripture does not declare, That divided man must make no aprroach to God? the Spirit of all Flesh will be adored with outward acts of Worship p wh•ch h• himself hath ap•ointed. cc j-vvn n2) cs n1 vdz xx vvi, cst j-vvn n1 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp np1? dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f zz zz j n1 px31 vhz vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
600 Hath God comm•nded Baptism to no use or end? May bodies not consecrated come nigh to holy Presence? Must not the Lords immediate attendants be distinguished from the rest of the world by some Livery that is obvious and to be seen by every eye? Can the Spirit and Sacred Ordinances of God stand opposite one to the other, Hath God comm•nded Baptism to no use or end? May bodies not consecrated come High to holy Presence? Must not the lords immediate attendants be distinguished from the rest of the world by Some Livery that is obvious and to be seen by every eye? Can the Spirit and Sacred Ordinances of God stand opposite one to the other, vhz np1 vvn n1 p-acp dx n1 cc n1? vmb n2 xx vvn vvi av-j p-acp j n1? vmb xx dt n2 j n2-jn vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz j cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1? vmb dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f np1 vvb j-jn crd p-acp dt n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
601 and not consistent each with other? And must sincere Gra•e share stakes with God, giving m•n the Body and God the Spirit? The Divel may be content with the half of man, and not consistent each with other? And must sincere Gra•e share stakes with God, giving m•n the Body and God the Spirit? The devil may be content with the half of man, cc xx j d p-acp n-jn? cc vmb j j n1 n2 p-acp np1, vvg av dt n1 cc np1 dt n1? dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
602 for he well knows by that means he doth possesse the whole for God will have all or none: for he well knows by that means he does possess the Whole for God will have all or none: c-acp pns31 av vvz p-acp d n2 pns31 vdz vvi dt j-jn p-acp np1 vmb vhi d cc pix: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
603 they that will draw nigh to his Sanctuary must love him with all their migh•, heart, soul and strength: they that will draw High to his Sanctuary must love him with all their migh•, heart, soul and strength: pns32 cst vmb vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d po32 n1, n1, n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
604 they that will wait on him, must worship him in Body and Spirit: They that walk as the redeemed of Christ, must gloryfie him with Soul and Body, which is their reasonable sacrifice, Rom. 12.1. For both were bought with a price, 1 Cor. 6.20. they that will wait on him, must worship him in Body and Spirit: They that walk as the redeemed of christ, must Glorify him with Soul and Body, which is their reasonable sacrifice, Rom. 12.1. For both were bought with a price, 1 Cor. 6.20. pns32 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1: pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt j-vvn pp-f np1, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz po32 j n1, np1 crd. p-acp d vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
605 God will part with no part of his purchase, and hath therefore prescribed outward acts of adoration to be bodily performed in the sincerity of Spirit, God will part with no part of his purchase, and hath Therefore prescribed outward acts of adoration to be bodily performed in the sincerity of Spirit, np1 vmb vvi p-acp dx n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vhz av vvn j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
606 and appointed the washing of the body with pure water to consecrate and stamp holinesse on the outward man, and appointed the washing of the body with pure water to consecrate and stamp holiness on the outward man, cc vvd dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
607 as well as the sprinkling of the heart for the inward: as well as the sprinkling of the heart for the inward: c-acp av c-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
608 the exercise of the body •n the outward acts of worship without the Spirit, is plain hypocrisie; the exercise of the body •n the outward acts of worship without the Spirit, is plain hypocrisy; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
609 and the exercise of the Spirit without the Bodies subjection to outward Ordinances, is positive profanenesse; and the exercise of the Spirit without the Bodies subjection to outward Ordinances, is positive profaneness; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp j n2, vbz j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
610 such is the Souls influence on the Body, that if it awfully apprehend Majesty it will make the bodily members to expresse it. such is the Souls influence on the Body, that if it awfully apprehend Majesty it will make the bodily members to express it. d vbz dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst cs pn31 av-j vvi n1 pn31 vmb vvi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
611 In vain is heart Subjection pretended where the yoke of outward Ordinances is broken from the neck: In vain is heart Subjection pretended where the yoke of outward Ordinances is broken from the neck: p-acp j vbz n1 n1 vvd c-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
612 What likelyhood of Loyalty from such as scorne the Livery? Sad is that Sanctity that sets at enmity Gods Spirit and Sacred Ordinances: What likelihood of Loyalty from such as scorn the Livery? Sad is that Sanctity that sets At enmity God's Spirit and Sacred Ordinances: q-crq n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d c-acp vvb dt n1? j vbz d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 npg1 n1 cc j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
613 Cursed is that cry of holiness that cryeth down Divine order and Ordinances: Cursed is that cry of holiness that Cries down Divine order and Ordinances: j-vvn vbz cst n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz a-acp j-jn n1 cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
614 Rebellious is that Assembly whose Incorporation is a renunciation of the matter and method of Gods Worship: Rebellious is that Assembly whose Incorporation is a renunciation of the matter and method of God's Worship: j vbz d n1 rg-crq n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
615 Dreadful must needs be Gods approach to th•t people that draw nigh unto him not duly consecrated to that end by Baptism, Dreadful must needs be God's approach to th•t people that draw High unto him not duly consecrated to that end by Baptism, j vmb av vbi npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cst vvb av-j p-acp pno31 xx av-jn vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
616 and touch the holy things of God in his Assembly, not having the body washed with pure water I have lost my little skill in Scripture-Calcuiation, and touch the holy things of God in his Assembly, not having the body washed with pure water I have lost my little skill in Scripture-Calcuiation, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, xx vhg dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1 pns11 vhb vvn po11 j n1 p-acp j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
617 if such perish not in the gain saying of Korah, and occasion not a P•rz-vzzah in Israel if such perish not in the gain saying of Korah, and occasion not a P•rz-vzzah in Israel cs d vvb xx p-acp dt n1 vvg pp-f np1, cc n1 xx dt j p-acp np1 (8) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 28
618 Whilest some disown Baptisme as an outward Ordinance, by the Spirit of Familism disowning all outward administrations; Whilst Some disown Baptism as an outward Ordinance, by the Spirit of Familism disowning all outward administrations; cs d j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
619 There are others that will joyn with us in condemning them, and consent that God must be w•rshipped by bodily acts of Religion yet they find no way of accesse to God, There Are Others that will join with us in condemning them, and consent that God must be w•rshipped by bodily acts of Religion yet they find no Way of access to God, pc-acp vbr n2-jn cst vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg pno32, cc n1 cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 av pns32 vvb dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
620 but by receding from the baptism they had received, and disowning the consecrating, Faith-encouraging use of the washing of their bodies in pure water to which they have been subject. but by receding from the Baptism they had received, and disowning the consecrating, Faith-encouraging use of the washing of their bodies in pure water to which they have been Subject. cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhd vvn, cc vvg dt n-vvg, j n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vbn j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
621 These are our Antipaedobaptist become actual Anabaptists, who quarrelling at Infants interest unto Baptism and the Administrators thereof, do disown all relation they have had to the Church, These Are our Antipaedobaptist become actual Anabaptists, who quarreling At Infants Interest unto Baptism and the Administrators thereof, do disown all Relation they have had to the Church, d vbr po12 np1 vvi j np1, r-crq vvg p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp n1 cc dt n2 av, vdb vvi d n1 pns32 vhb vhn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
622 and the priviledges they injoyed by their Baptism; and disavowing the holinesse thereby conferred, they declare themselves to have been cozened when Christned: and the privileges they enjoyed by their Baptism; and disavowing the holiness thereby conferred, they declare themselves to have been cozened when Christened: cc dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n1; cc vvg dt n1 av vvn, pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn c-crq vvd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
623 and although they have sometime deemed themselves the people of God, sanctified by the washing of water, in Covenant with God, and although they have sometime deemed themselves the people of God, sanctified by the washing of water, in Covenant with God, cc cs pns32 vhb av vvn px32 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
624 and sweet Communion with his people; and sweet Communion with his people; cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
625 Now they declare themselves to be aliens and strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, without hope, without God, Now they declare themselves to be aliens and Strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, without hope, without God, av pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1, p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
626 and without Christ in the world, and therefore renouncing this b•ptism they seek another way of accesse to God, and without christ in the world, and Therefore renouncing this b•ptism they seek Another Way of access to God, cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvg d n1 pns32 vvb j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
627 and by an imagined Baptism of their own creation, they encourage their spirits and stamp holinesse upon themselves, and by an imagined Baptism of their own creation, they encourage their spirits and stamp holiness upon themselves, cc p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po32 d n1, pns32 vvb po32 n2 cc n1 n1 p-acp px32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
628 and pretend to joyn themselves to the assemblies of the Lords people, declaring all others to be dogs, and pretend to join themselves to the assemblies of the lords people, declaring all Others to be Dogs, cc vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, vvg d n2-jn pc-acp vbi n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
629 and only themselves the children of the Kingdom; and only themselves the children of the Kingdom; cc av-j px32 dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
630 all others to be in the high-wayes and hedges, and themselves the only Church of Christ to whom men must be joyned on p•in of Eternal Damnation. all Others to be in the highways and hedges, and themselves the only Church of christ to whom men must be joined on p•in of Eternal Damnation. d n2-jn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 cc n2, cc px32 dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ro-crq n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
631 When I consider these men, I cannot but consider the impetuous viole ce of an Erroneous judgment in hurrying to irregular practise, When I Consider these men, I cannot but Consider the impetuous violent ce of an Erroneous judgement in hurrying to irregular practice, c-crq pns11 vvb d n2, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi dt j j fw-fr pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
632 and the giddy preposterous zeal that is produced by Reason-darkning fancy: this carriage doth plainly bespeak these men to be greatly irrational and grossely ignorant. and the giddy preposterous zeal that is produced by Reason-darkning fancy: this carriage does plainly bespeak these men to be greatly irrational and grossly ignorant. cc dt j j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp j n1: d n1 vdz av-j vvi d n2 pc-acp vbi av-j j cc av-j j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 28
633 First, They appear to be greatly Irrational, and that because they nullifie Gods Ordinances by mistaken or miscarried circumstances, which no way destroy their essence: First, They appear to be greatly Irrational, and that Because they nullify God's Ordinances by mistaken or miscarried Circumstances, which no Way destroy their essence: ord, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi av-j j, cc d c-acp pns32 vvi npg1 n2 p-acp vvn cc vvn n2, r-crq dx n1 vvi po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
634 Their ground is, Infants ought not to be Baptized, and they were Baptized in their infancy; Their ground is, Infants ought not to be Baptised, and they were Baptised in their infancy; po32 n1 vbz, n2 vmd xx pc-acp vbi j-vvn, cc pns32 vbdr j-vvn p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
635 their ignorant parents in their ignorance did superstitiously cause them to be sprinkled by some unworthy Sir John or other, and hereby they were cozened; their ignorant Parents in their ignorance did superstitiously cause them to be sprinkled by Some unworthy Sir John or other, and hereby they were cozened; po32 j n2 p-acp po32 n1 vdd av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 np1 cc n-jn, cc av pns32 vbdr vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
636 but now they thank God they see the superstition of Baby-sprinkling, and therefore will have their bodies washed, but now they thank God they see the Superstition of Baby-sprinkling, and Therefore will have their bodies washed, cc-acp av pns32 vvb np1 pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f j, cc av vmb vhi po32 n2 vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
637 and joyn themselves to the Baptized Saints. and join themselves to the Baptised Saints. cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j-vvn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
638 Unto this Plea of theirs, I wish they had reason enough to see the irrationality of it; Unto this Plea of theirs, I wish they had reason enough to see the irrationality of it; p-acp d n1 pp-f png32, pns11 vvb pns32 vhd n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
639 for presuppose (which is not true) that infants have no right to Baptism, it w•ll not thence follow that Infant-baptism is superst•tious, void and null. for presuppose (which is not true) that Infants have no right to Baptism, it w•ll not thence follow that Infant baptism is superst•tious, void and null. c-acp vvb (r-crq vbz xx j) d n2 vhb dx j-jn p-acp n1, pn31 vmb xx av vvi d n1 vbz j, j cc vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
640 For Bap•••• is Gods Ordinance, Christs own Institution; For Bap•••• is God's Ordinance, Christ own Institution; p-acp np1 vbz npg1 n1, npg1 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
641 Age or Infancy are but circu•stances directing the subject to whom it is applyed, and is not essential to the Ordinance: Age or Infancy Are but circu•stances directing the Subject to whom it is applied, and is not essential to the Ordinance: n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp n2 vvg dt j-jn p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvd, cc vbz xx j p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
642 if Baptism be a worship according to the mind of Christ, then Infant baptisme is out of all danger or possibilty of will-worship, in case infants were not (as undoubtedly they are) within the Verge, if Baptism be a worship according to the mind of christ, then Infant Baptism is out of all danger or possibilty of will-worship, in case Infants were not (as undoubtedly they Are) within the Verge, cs n1 vbb dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs n1 n1 vbz av pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 n2 vbdr xx (c-acp av-j pns32 vbr) p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
643 yet their baptism can be no Will-worship, for we set not up the Ordinance we apply to them, yet their Baptism can be no Will-worship, for we Set not up the Ordinance we apply to them, av po32 n1 vmb vbi dx n1, c-acp pns12 vvb xx a-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
644 but make application of the Ordinance Christ instituted; but make application of the Ordinance christ instituted; cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
645 so that our utmost guilt is misapplication of worship instituted by God not devising any worship o our own heads; so that our utmost guilt is misapplication of worship instituted by God not devising any worship oh our own Heads; av cst po12 j n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp np1 xx vvg d n1 uh po12 d n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
646 so that they do irrationally charge the corruption of an Ordinance and misapplication of an Institution with Superstition; so that they do irrationally charge the corruption of an Ordinance and misapplication of an Institution with Superstition; av cst pns32 vdb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
647 and this co•ruption in a circumstan•e they imagine to nullifie the Ordinance, and improve to a nonentit•e of their Baptism; and this co•ruption in a circumstan•e they imagine to nullify the Ordinance, and improve to a nonentit•e of their Baptism; cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
648 most irrationally making the Age essential to the Ordinance, which God never did so appoint in either Old or New Testament-times, either in the initiating Seal of Circumcision or Baptism: most irrationally making the Age essential to the Ordinance, which God never did so appoint in either Old or New Testament times, either in the initiating Seal of Circumcision or Baptism: av-ds av-j vvg dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 av-x vdd av vvi p-acp d j cc j n2, av-d p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
649 God did indeed direct Circumcision to be applyed at the Eighth day, but the direction of the Age is distinct from the institution of the Ordinance, God did indeed Direct Circumcision to be applied At the Eighth day, but the direction of the Age is distinct from the Institution of the Ordinance, np1 vdd av vvi n1 pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp dt ord n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
650 and not of the Essence thereof, otherwise none m•g•t be Circumcized after the eighth day to have their Circumcision valid and of force: and not of the Essence thereof, otherwise none m•g•t be Circumcised After the eighth day to have their Circumcision valid and of force: cc xx pp-f dt n1 av, av pix vvn vbb vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vhi po32 n1 j cc pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
651 under the New Testament we have neither institution of the Age, nor subsequent direction for it, save only the qualification of the subject, under the New Testament we have neither Institution of the Age, nor subsequent direction for it, save only the qualification of the Subject, p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vhb dx n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx j n1 p-acp pn31, vvb av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
652 as being made Disciples, brought into a propriety to the Promise, and the like, of what age soever, as being made Disciples, brought into a propriety to the Promise, and the like, of what age soever, c-acp vbg vvn n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j, pp-f r-crq n1 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
653 unlesse our Anabaptists will make Christ's Baptism the institution of the Ordinance and age to which it is to be applyed; unless our Anabaptists will make Christ's Baptism the Institution of the Ordinance and age to which it is to be applied; cs po12 np1 vmb vvi npg1 n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
654 and then I do believe their latter Baptism will be as void as the former, and then I do believe their latter Baptism will be as void as the former, cc cs pns11 vdb vvi po32 d n1 vmb vbi a-acp j c-acp dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
655 for I believe they are yonger or elder, very few of the just direct age of the Lord Jesus when Baptized; for I believe they Are younger or elder, very few of the just Direct age of the Lord jesus when Baptised; c-acp pns11 vvb pns32 vbr jc cc jc-jn, av d pp-f dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 c-crq j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
656 so that the Age can no way be made essential to the Ordinance: so that the Age can no Way be made essential to the Ordinance: av cst dt n1 vmb dx n1 vbb vvn j p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
657 the corruption circumstantial will not bring upon it an nonentitie and necessity of rebaptization, though they might have cause to bewail the fin of their parents in corruptly misapplying Gods Seal, the corruption circumstantial will not bring upon it an nonentity and necessity of rebaptization, though they might have cause to bewail the fin of their Parents in corruptly misapplying God's Seal, dt n1 j vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp av-j vvg npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
658 but what necessity is there of plucking it off, and Cancelling the Covenant of God to them confirmed? I cannot believe that if a Jew had been Circumcised before the Eighth day, that he would have renounced the Circumcision because misapplyed in point of time by his neglective parents: but what necessity is there of plucking it off, and Cancelling the Covenant of God to them confirmed? I cannot believe that if a Jew had been Circumcised before the Eighth day, that he would have renounced the Circumcision Because misapplied in point of time by his neglective Parents: cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz a-acp pp-f vvg pn31 a-acp, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvn? pns11 vmbx vvi cst cs dt np1 vhd vbn j-vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi vvd dt n1 c-acp vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
659 deviations from order may be profanenesse to be rebuked, but cannot be destructive to the Ordinance that the priviledges thereof should be lost, and it be reiterated: deviations from order may be profaneness to be rebuked, but cannot be destructive to the Ordinance that the privileges thereof should be lost, and it be reiterated: n2 p-acp n1 vmb vbi n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp vmbx vbi j p-acp dt n1 cst dt n2 av vmd vbi vvn, cc pn31 vbi j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
660 I do not believe that these men will Disfranchise themselves of the priviledges of a Free-man of London though they were incorporated before the age directed by the Rules of the Chamber for admitting Free-men. I do not believe that these men will Disfranchise themselves of the privileges of a Freeman of London though they were incorporated before the age directed by the Rules of the Chamber for admitting Freemen. pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d n2 vmb vvi px32 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
661 Methink• their Reason should be a Chancery of more equity then to cut themselves off from the Congregation of Gods people and cast off the liber•y of accesse, Methink• their Reason should be a Chancery of more equity then to Cut themselves off from the Congregation of God's people and cast off the liber•y of access, np1 po32 n1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dc n1 cs pc-acp vvi px32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
662 because of their unseason•ble and too early Baptism If the Church on such a miscarryed circumstance should disfranchize them, Because of their unseason•ble and too early Baptism If the Church on such a miscarried circumstance should disfranchize them, c-acp pp-f po32 j cc av j n1 cs dt n1 p-acp d dt vvn n1 vmd vvb pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
663 or deny their relation to the houshold of Faith, she were deservedly censured for cruel severity, or deny their Relation to the household of Faith, she were deservedly censured for cruel severity, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbdr av-vvn vvn p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
664 and h•r summum jus must needs be deemed summa injuri•: the greatest wrong is to punish failed circumstances with the highest severity due to the greatest crimes. and h•r summum jus must needs be deemed summa injuri•: the greatest wrong is to Punish failed Circumstances with the highest severity due to the greatest crimes. cc j fw-la fw-la vmb av vbi vvn fw-la n1: dt js vvb vbz pc-acp vvi vvn n2 p-acp dt js n1 j-jn p-acp dt js n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
665 Only blind zeal and irrational folly is censorious to themselves to disown their own interest on such a ground as will not warrant the Church to deprive them of it. Only blind zeal and irrational folly is censorious to themselves to disown their own Interest on such a ground as will not warrant the Church to deprive them of it. j j n1 cc j n1 vbz j p-acp px32 p-acp n1 po32 d n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vmb xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
666 Self-execution under the greatest guilt, differs little from murther, but must needs be sinfully violent when extended in measure beyond the nature of the fault. Self-execution under the greatest guilt, differs little from murder, but must needs be sinfully violent when extended in measure beyond the nature of the fault. n1 p-acp dt js n1, vvz j p-acp n1, cc-acp vmb av vbi av-j j c-crq vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
667 Self-excommunication on so slight a ground cannot but be the sting of an a wakened conscience apprehensive of t•e pr•viledges lost: self-excommunication on so slight a ground cannot but be the sting of an a wakened conscience apprehensive of t•e pr•viledges lost: n1 p-acp av j dt n1 vmbx p-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt dt j-vvn n1 j pp-f j n2 vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
668 the out cry of such a conscience must needs be this, Oh wretch! the out cry of such a conscience must needs be this, O wretch! dt av vvi pp-f d dt n1 vmb av vbi d, uh n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
669 my parents misapplyed the Seal, and therefore I have cast off the Covenant by my own will, my Parents misapplied the Seal, and Therefore I have cast off the Covenant by my own will, po11 n2 vvn dt n1, cc av pns11 vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
670 and deprived my self of those blessed enjoyments the hand of justice never demanded from me. Oh cruelty! self cruelty. and deprived my self of those blessed enjoyments the hand of Justice never demanded from me. O cruelty! self cruelty. cc vvd po11 n1 pp-f d j-vvn n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 av-x vvd p-acp pno11. uh n1! n1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
671 How ju••ly might God say Amen to thy self, censure and blind thee under thy losse for ever. How ju••ly might God say Amen to thy self, censure and blind thee under thy loss for ever. c-crq av-j vmd np1 vvb uh-n p-acp po21 n1, n1 cc vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1 c-acp av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 28
672 But to extenuate this irrationallity in the rejection of their Baptism received in infancy they (endeavouring to master by number of exceptions under the want of faith) further plead, Why, but we were Baptized by some unworthy Minister, But to extenuate this irrationallity in the rejection of their Baptism received in infancy they (endeavouring to master by number of exceptions under the want of faith) further plead, Why, but we were Baptised by Some unworthy Minister, p-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvn p-acp n1 pns32 (vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) av-jc vvi, uh-crq, cc-acp pns12 vbdr j-vvn p-acp d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
673 and in a superstitious manner, with the Ceremonies of the Church and sign of the Cross; and in a superstitious manner, with the Ceremonies of the Church and Signen of the Cross; cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
674 and therefore we cannot make that baptism a ground of. Faith in the approach to God. and Therefore we cannot make that Baptism a ground of. Faith in the approach to God. cc av pns12 vmbx vvi d n1 dt n1 pp-f. n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
675 And hereby they do but act their irrationality the further; And hereby they do but act their irrationality the further; cc av pns32 vdb p-acp vvi po32 n1 dt av-jc; (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
676 for suppose ye were Baptized by an unworthy Minister, yet he was a Minister: though the Essence of the Ordinance may depend on the Authority, yet not on the Dignity of the Administrator. The wickednesse of an Embassador maketh not his Embassie concluded to be void and vain; for suppose you were Baptised by an unworthy Minister, yet he was a Minister: though the Essence of the Ordinance may depend on the authority, yet not on the Dignity of the Administrator. The wickedness of an Ambassador makes not his Embassy concluded to be void and vain; p-acp vvb pn22 vbdr j-vvn p-acp dt j n1, av pns31 vbds dt vvi: cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, av xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz xx po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vbi j cc j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
677 the impression of a lawfully Commissionated Judge though he be unjust, is valid and of force; the impression of a lawfully Commissionated Judge though he be unjust, is valid and of force; dt n1 pp-f dt av-j j-vvn n1 cs pns31 vbb j, vbz j cc pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
678 the Grant of a cruel King and profane Prince will be by these men admitted as the substantial binding Charter of the peoples Priviledges: the Grant of a cruel King and profane Prince will be by these men admitted as the substantial binding Charter of the peoples Privileges: dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc j n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp dt j vvg n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
679 we read often of the pro•anenesse of the Priests of Israel, but never of a nonentitie brought upon Gods Ordinances in their hand: we read often of the pro•anenesse of the Priests of Israel, but never of a nonentity brought upon God's Ordinances in their hand: pns12 vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp av-x pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
680 If they be in Moses Chair, though we must not do as they do, we are bound to the attention and obedience of what they say. If they be in Moses Chair, though we must not do as they do, we Are bound to the attention and Obedience of what they say. cs pns32 vbb p-acp np1 n1, cs pns12 vmb xx vdb c-acp pns32 vdb, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
681 It is not impossible for a man to preach to others, and himself be a cast away. It is not impossible for a man to preach to Others, and himself be a cast away. pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn, cc px31 vbb dt n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
682 I never read that the Baptism of those Baptized by the unworthy hand of Judas was ever pronounced void or null. I never read that the Baptism of those Baptised by the unworthy hand of Judas was ever pronounced void or null. pns11 av-x vvd d dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbds av vvn j cc vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
683 A pure Ordinance is unhandsome in a profane hand, but yet its essence is not impaired: A pure Ordinance is unhandsome in a profane hand, but yet its essence is not impaired: dt j n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp av po31 n1 vbz xx vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
684 it is Gods Ordinance effectual to its end. it is God's Ordinance effectual to its end. pn31 vbz ng1 n1 j p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
685 So that if they were Baptized by Ministers though unworthy (wherein I w•sh charity be not violated, So that if they were Baptised by Ministers though unworthy (wherein I w•sh charity be not violated, av cst cs pns32 vbdr j-vvn p-acp n2 c-acp j-u (c-crq pns11 vvb n1 vbb xx vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
686 for that many know not who they were they do censure as unworthy; for that many know not who they were they do censure as unworthy; c-acp cst d vvb xx r-crq pns32 vbdr pns32 vdb vvi c-acp j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
687 nay, some worthy men to themselves, so known, they now call unworthy) it is a corrup••on consistent with the essence of the Ordinance, not any way destructive to its being. nay, Some worthy men to themselves, so known, they now call unworthy) it is a corrup••on consistent with the essence of the Ordinance, not any Way destructive to its being. uh-x, d j n2 p-acp px32, av vvn, pns32 av vvb j) pn31 vbz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx d n1 j p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
688 The same is to be said for the annexed Ceremonies that they were profanely added but yet did not nullifie the Ord•nance, The same is to be said for the annexed Ceremonies that they were profanely added but yet did not nullify the Ord•nance, dt d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt vvn n2 cst pns32 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp av vdd xx vvi dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
689 but it stands in full force as a ground of confidence in access to God. But secondly, As they appear greatly irrational in inferring more then their premises will allow, but it Stands in full force as a ground of confidence in access to God. But secondly, As they appear greatly irrational in inferring more then their premises will allow, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. p-acp ord, c-acp pns32 vvb av-j j p-acp vvg av-dc cs po32 n2 vmb vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 28
690 so they are Grosly ignorant; nay, I fear many wilfully shutting their eyes may be charged to be grosly obstinate: They renounce their Baptism under the notion of Superstition, not considering they run into the sin of Sacriledge; so they Are Grossly ignorant; nay, I Fear many wilfully shutting their eyes may be charged to be grossly obstinate: They renounce their Baptism under the notion of Superstition, not considering they run into the since of Sacrilege; av pns32 vbr av-j j; uh, pns11 vvb d av-j vvg po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av-j j: pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx vvg pno32 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
691 charity must perswade us these men understand not the method and ministration of the Covenant of Grace, otherwise they could never charge Infant Baptism with superstition, which is the very application of Gods Ordinance to its proper subjects, charity must persuade us these men understand not the method and ministration of the Covenant of Grace, otherwise they could never charge Infant Baptism with Superstition, which is the very application of God's Ordinance to its proper subject's, n1 vmb vvi pno12 d n2 vvb xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns32 vmd av-x vvi n1 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 j n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
692 and so Sacrilegiously rob God, his Church, believing parents, and their children of those holy duties and Dignities that belong unto them. and so Sacrilegiously rob God, his Church, believing Parents, and their children of those holy duties and Dignities that belong unto them. cc av av-j vvb np1, po31 n1, vvg n2, cc po32 n2 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 cst vvb p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
693 Have we not before noted, that they who are in Covenant with God ought to be Baptized? and is not this the principle wherein we all agree? And if these men know any thing of the method and and ministration of the Covenant, must they not needs confesse, That the natural issue of one or both believing Parents are in Covenant? as we have before proved; Have we not before noted, that they who Are in Covenant with God ought to be Baptised? and is not this the principle wherein we all agree? And if these men know any thing of the method and and ministration of the Covenant, must they not needs confess, That the natural issue of one or both believing Parents Are in Covenant? as we have before proved; vhb pns12 xx a-acp vvn, cst pns32 r-crq vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vmd pc-acp vbi j-vvn? cc vbz xx d dt n1 c-crq pns12 d vvi? cc cs d n2 vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb pns32 xx av vvi, cst dt j n1 pp-f crd cc d vvg n2 vbr p-acp n1? c-acp pns12 vhb a-acp vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
694 and so fit subjects for Baptism, that may and must be made partakers of the first initiating Seal, of which God hath made them capable in their Passive age and estate. and so fit subject's for Baptism, that may and must be made partakers of the First initiating Seal, of which God hath made them capable in their Passive age and estate. cc av j n2-jn p-acp n1, cst vmb cc vmb vbi vvn n2 pp-f dt ord vvg n1, pp-f r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 j p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
695 Can any stand convinced that such infants are as soon as born the Lords Heritage, Psal. 127.3. The Lords servants, Lev 25.42. Children beg•tten to him, Ezek. 16.20, 21. Holy ones, Rom. 11.16. 1 Cor. 7.14. Children of the Covenant, Act. 4.25. To whom belongs the promise, Act. 2.28. Can any stand convinced that such Infants Are as soon as born the lords Heritage, Psalm 127.3. The lords Servants, Lev 25.42. Children beg•tten to him, Ezekiel 16.20, 21. Holy ones, Rom. 11.16. 1 Cor. 7.14. Children of the Covenant, Act. 4.25. To whom belongs the promise, Act. 2.28. vmb d n1 vvd cst d n2 vbr a-acp av c-acp vvn dt n2 n1, np1 crd. dt n2 n2, np1 crd. n2 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd, crd j pi2, np1 crd. crd np1 crd. n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd. p-acp ro-crq vvz dt n1, n1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
696 Interressed in the pr•viledges of the people of God, Mar. 10 14. and withhold the keeper of the Sanctuary and Stewards of Gods houshold from setting of Gods mark in their flesh, Interessed in the pr•viledges of the people of God, Mar. 10 14. and withhold the keeper of the Sanctuary and Stewards of God's household from setting of God's mark in their Flesh, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
697 or withstand their dedication unto God? Must not we give Caesar the things that are Caesars, and God the things that are Gods? Will not God account it a R•bbery t•at they which are his shall be withheld from him? Again, c•n any consider the issue of believing Parents to be the Churches Children, begotten to the Lord Ezek 16.20. or withstand their dedication unto God? Must not we give Caesar the things that Are Caesars, and God the things that Are God's? Will not God account it a R•bbery t•at they which Are his shall be withheld from him? Again, c•n any Consider the issue of believing Parents to be the Churches Children, begotten to the Lord Ezekiel 16.20. cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1? vmb xx pns12 vvi np1 dt n2 cst vbr np2, cc np1 dt n2 cst vbr n2? n1 xx np1 vvi pn31 dt j n1 pns32 r-crq vbr po31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31? av, av d vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 pc-acp vbi dt ng1 n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
698 an holy seed scattered for her increase, and yet snatch them out of her armes, and cast them out of her bosome into the wide wildernesse of the world. an holy seed scattered for her increase, and yet snatch them out of her arms, and cast them out of her bosom into the wide Wilderness of the world. dt j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvb pno32 av pp-f po31 n2, cc vvd pno32 av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
699 Shall not the Church lament and refuse to be comforted whilest she is bereaved of her babes, Shall not the Church lament and refuse to be comforted whilst she is bereft of her babes, vmb xx dt n1 vvb cc vvi pc-acp vbi vvn cs pns31 vbz vvn pp-f po31 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
700 and as a Bear robed of her whelps Will not such robbery prove her rui•e, and as a Bear robed of her whelps Will not such robbery prove her rui•e, cc p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f po31 n2 vmb xx d n1 vvi po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
701 and the drying up her seed hinder her increase and make her b•rren and fruitlesse? Again, shall the children of such believing parents be borne members into th• houshold of Faith and not be incorporated by Baptism? Shall Loyalty be their born duty and not Gods Livery their dignity? Shall the Covenant of Grace be the Charter of their priviledge and the Seals not be applyed to them as t•ey are capable of receiving them? Shall they be holy in their kind and the badg of distinction be denyed them? If any thing would make a new born babe to speak, sure this Sacriledge would do it: and the drying up her seed hinder her increase and make her b•rren and fruitless? Again, shall the children of such believing Parents be born members into th• household of Faith and not be incorporated by Baptism? Shall Loyalty be their born duty and not God's Livery their dignity? Shall the Covenant of Grace be the Charter of their privilege and the Seals not be applied to them as t•ey Are capable of receiving them? Shall they be holy in their kind and the badge of distinction be denied them? If any thing would make a new born babe to speak, sure this Sacrilege would do it: cc dt vvg a-acp po31 n1 vvi pno31 vvi cc vvi po31 j cc j? av, vmb dt n2 pp-f d j-vvg n2 vbb vvn n2 p-acp n1 n1 pp-f n1 cc xx vbi vvn p-acp n1? vmb n1 vbb po32 vvn n1 cc xx ng1 n1 po32 n1? vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc dt n2 xx vbb vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 vbr j pp-f vvg pno32? vmb pns32 vbb j p-acp po32 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn pno32? cs d n1 vmd vvi dt j j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi, av-j d n1 vmd vdi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
702 there is reason for the real demand that is fabled of one Rumball, Son to an English King, at Brack•ly in Northhamptonshire, that as soon as he was born he requested to be Baptized for that he was a Christian. there is reason for the real demand that is fabled of one Rumball, Son to an English King, At Brack•ly in Northamptonshire, that as soon as he was born he requested to be Baptised for that he was a Christian. pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f crd np1, n1 p-acp dt jp n1, p-acp av-j p-acp np1, cst p-acp av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j-vvn p-acp d pns31 vbds dt njp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
703 I• it not a cruel Sacriledge to shut out of the Ark of Salvation such whose title to entrance cannot be denyed? Yet further, is Baptism the only visible ev•dence God hath given to parents of the extent of the Coven•nt to their children, I• it not a cruel Sacrilege to shut out of the Ark of Salvation such whose title to Entrance cannot be denied? Yet further, is Baptism the only visible ev•dence God hath given to Parents of the extent of the Coven•nt to their children, np1 pn31 xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 d r-crq n1 p-acp n1 vmbx vbi vvn? av av-jc, vbz n1 dt j j n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
704 and shall any deprive them of this reason of hope, cause of joy, ground of Faith in prayer and spur to duty in dedication, to God, and shall any deprive them of this reason of hope, cause of joy, ground of Faith in prayer and spur to duty in dedication, to God, cc vmb d vvi pno32 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
705 and education of their children for God? So that these things considered, such as on this ground of being Baptized in infancy do renounce th•ir Baptism, do out of ignorance of Gods Covenant commit most horrid Sacriledge by robbing G•d of his Heritage, the Church of Children, and education of their children for God? So that these things considered, such as on this ground of being Baptised in infancy do renounce th•ir Baptism, do out of ignorance of God's Covenant commit most horrid Sacrilege by robbing G•d of his Heritage, the Church of Children, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1? av cst d n2 vvn, d c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f vbg j-vvn p-acp n1 vdb vvi j n1, vdb av pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvi av-ds j n1 p-acp vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
706 and the be•efits of the administration of Baptism to infants (which by Gods grace I shall shew to be great) the children of believing parents of their Seal of the Covenant of which they are capable, and their Parents of that ground of Faith the administration of the Covenant doth award them. and the be•efits of the administration of Baptism to Infants (which by God's grace I shall show to be great) the children of believing Parents of their Seal of the Covenant of which they Are capable, and their Parents of that ground of Faith the administration of the Covenant does award them. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng1 (r-crq p-acp ng1 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j) dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 pp-f po32 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr j, cc po32 n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
707 And so they g ve us cause not only to charge them with irrationality in fancrying Gods holy Ordinance to be superstition, And so they g ve us cause not only to charge them with irrationality in fancrying God's holy Ordinance to be Superstition, cc av pns32 zz zz pno12 vvb xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg npg1 j n1 pc-acp vbi n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
708 but in the language of the Apostle to say, Thou that abhorrest Idols dost commit Sacriledge, Rom. 2 22. So that not only Groundlesly, but in the language of the Apostle to say, Thou that Abhorrest Idols dost commit Sacrilege, Rom. 2 22. So that not only Groundlessly, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns21 d n1 n1 vd2 vvi n1, np1 crd crd av cst xx av-j av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
709 but even contrary to Divine method and order, they disowning the regular washing of their body in pure water, do divest themselves of that Seal of Sanctity and ve•ture of holinesse by which they were fitted for a confident approach to God, but even contrary to Divine method and order, they disowning the regular washing of their body in pure water, do divest themselves of that Seal of Sanctity and ve•ture of holiness by which they were fitted for a confident approach to God, cc-acp av j-jn p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, pns32 vvg dt j n-vvg pp-f po32 n1 p-acp j n1, vdb vvi px32 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
710 and decline the assembles of Gods people, in which alone the Lord is to be adored, and decline the assembles of God's people, in which alone the Lord is to be adored, cc vvi dt vvz pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp r-crq av-j dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
711 and joyn themselves to false assemblies, where they are consecrated to, and come before God in a way that is not of his appointment, and join themselves to false assemblies, where they Are consecrated to, and come before God in a Way that is not of his appointment, cc vvi px32 p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, cc vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz xx pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
712 nor can expect his approvement, how high soever false hopes and joyes may carry their s•irits. nor can expect his approvement, how high soever false hope's and Joys may carry their s•irits. ccx vmb vvi po31 n1, c-crq j av j n2 cc n2 vmb vvi po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
713 For those to whom they joyn are divided from the Church of Christ and void of all commission to administer the holy things of God: For those to whom they join Are divided from the Church of christ and void of all commission to administer the holy things of God: p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc j pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
714 if you look at their constitution, you shall find it is no other then se•f-congregation, with the cry of all the Lords people are holy, and invectives against Aaron and Moses as they which take too mu•h upon them; if you look At their constitution, you shall find it is no other then se•f-congregation, with the cry of all the lords people Are holy, and invectives against Aaron and Moses as they which take too mu•h upon them; cs pn22 vvb p-acp po32 n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz dx j-jn av n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 n1 vbr j, cc n2 p-acp np1 cc np1 c-acp pns32 r-crq vvb av av-d p-acp pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
715 the which I could never yet find warranted in Scripture, but is remarkably condemned in the company of K•rah that were thus constituted: the which I could never yet find warranted in Scripture, but is remarkably condemned in the company of K•rah that were thus constituted: dt r-crq pns11 vmd av-x av vvi vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbdr av vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
716 Ministerial authority is no lesse essential to Constitute a Church of Christ, then Magistratical to constitute a Corporation or Company: Ministerial Authority is no less essential to Constitute a Church of christ, then Magistratical to constitute a Corporation or Company: j n1 vbz av-dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
717 my litt e skill in Politicks could never see that self-congregation could constitute any body, my litt e skill in Politics could never see that self-congregation could constitute any body, po11 vvb sy n1 p-acp n2-j vmd av-x vvi cst n1 vmd vvi d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
718 but that which is seditious or Schi matica? And as Korah seems to have been the Counseller of their Constitution; but that which is seditious or Schi matica? And as Korah seems to have been the Counsellor of their Constitution; cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j cc np1 fw-la? cc p-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
719 so Jeroboam seems to be of their Consecration, for he that will may make himself a Priest, even the lowest of the people are Ministers to the Lord, uncalled and unqualified they presume to administer holy things; so Jeroboam seems to be of their Consecration, for he that will may make himself a Priest, even the lowest of the people Are Ministers to the Lord, uncalled and unqualified they presume to administer holy things; av np1 vvz pc-acp vbi pp-f po32 n1, p-acp pns31 cst vmb vmb vvi px31 dt n1, av dt js pp-f dt n1 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, j cc vvn pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
720 which is a shadow and appearance of Divine worship, but a real building of Altars besides the Altar of the L rd; which is a shadow and appearance of Divine worship, but a real building of Altars beside the Altar of the L Red; r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt sy zz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
721 and gives just cause to the people of God (truly piou• and pursu•ng the truth of his Ordina•c•s) to pray as the Church in Je•obo•m• dayes, Tell me, O thou wh m my Soul loveth where thou feedest thy fl ck, where th u m•kest them to rest at noon, and gives just cause to the people of God (truly piou• and pursu•ng the truth of his Ordina•c•s) to pray as the Church in Je•obo•m• days, Tell me, Oh thou Where m my Soul loves where thou Feedest thy fl ck, where th u m•kest them to rest At noon, cc vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (av-j n1 cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 n2, vvb pno11, uh pns21 zz zz po11 n1 vvz c-crq pns21 vv2 po21 zz n1, c-crq zz sy vv2 pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
722 for why sh••ld I turn aside by the flocks of thy companions? (so seem and pretend to be) Cant. 1.7. for why sh••ld I turn aside by the flocks of thy Sodales? (so seem and pretend to be) Cant 1.7. c-acp q-crq vmd pns11 vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n2? (av vvb cc vvb pc-acp vbi) np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
723 So that the•r exchange of the Baptism they renounce for that they now receive, is a profaning of themselves, who once were an holy people to the Lord, So that the•r exchange of the Baptism they renounce for that they now receive, is a profaning of themselves, who once were an holy people to the Lord, av cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp cst pns32 av vvi, vbz dt vvg pp-f px32, r-crq a-acp vbdr dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
724 and by false wayes of sanct•ty to set themselves at a greater distance from God, and to shake, nay to rake up the Found•tions of their Faith; and by false ways of sanct•ty to Set themselves At a greater distance from God, and to shake, nay to rake up the Found•tions of their Faith; cc p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi, uh-x p-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
725 and exchange their assurance rightly grounded on their Baptism, for a fond presumption flowing from Sacrilegious notions and false worship, which must at the last fall into the h•nds of the living God, and exchange their assurance rightly grounded on their Baptism, for a found presumption flowing from Sacrilegious notions and false worship, which must At the last fallen into the h•nds of the living God, cc vvb po32 n1 av-jn vvn p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvg p-acp j n2 cc j n1, r-crq vmb p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
726 and be found as stubble before a consuming fire, because unconsecrated in the presence of an holy God: and be found as stubble before a consuming fire, Because unconsecrated in the presence of an holy God: cc vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
727 for never to be sanctified and after to be profa•ed is all one in its event and issue; for never to be sanctified and After to be profa•ed is all one in its event and issue; c-acp av-x pc-acp vbi vvn cc p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn vbz d pi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
728 they that contemn and they that cast off Gods holy Ordinance shall fall into the same condemnation. they that contemn and they that cast off God's holy Ordinance shall fallen into the same condemnation. pns32 cst vvb cc pns32 cst vvd a-acp n2 j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 28
729 The second sort to be reproved as carrying Contradictorily to this qualification to confide t approach to God, are such as disregard the admist•ation of Baptism unto others: The second sort to be reproved as carrying Contradictorily to this qualification to confide tO approach to God, Are such as disregard the admist•ation of Baptism unto Others: dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg av-j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi sy n1 p-acp np1, vbr d c-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
730 These acknowledge the use and benefit of having the body washed with pure water, but by the rudenesse of the•r behaviour do declare themselves ignorant or insensible of its holy nature and consecrating use. These acknowledge the use and benefit of having the body washed with pure water, but by the rudeness of the•r behaviour do declare themselves ignorant or insensible of its holy nature and consecrating use. d vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vhg dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 vdb vvi px32 j cc j pp-f po31 j n1 cc vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
731 These are such as drive th• Sacrament, in its admi•istration i•to corners and continue not in the Congregation in the administration of it; These Are such as drive th• Sacrament, in its admi•istration i•to corners and continue not in the Congregation in the administration of it; d vbr d c-acp vvb n1 n1, p-acp po31 n1 av n2 cc vvb xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
732 they think it is conv•nient children be baptized, but the solemnity thereof is to them strange a•d needless, they will call some few friends together, they think it is conv•nient children be baptised, but the solemnity thereof is to them strange a•d needless, they will call Some few Friends together, pns32 vvb pn31 vbz j n2 vbb vvn, cc-acp dt n1 av vbz p-acp pno32 j n1 j, pns32 vmb vvi d d n2 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
733 & call into baptize it any Minister that slubbers over the act as easily as they desire, & call into baptise it any Minister that slubbers over the act as Easily as they desire, cc vvb p-acp vvi pn31 d n1 cst n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
734 and in a way of complement get the work done, never considering it is a •hurch Ordinance, and in a Way of compliment get the work done, never considering it is a •hurch Ordinance, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi dt n1 vdn, av-x vvg pn31 vbz dt n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
735 and of due belongs to the whole assembly, not particular families or persons, nor with any reverence composing themselves to a solemn and Religious act of ded•cation to God, many in this case carry toward the Ordinance as a meer Complement; to please wife, kinsfolk or neighbours they will have their Children Baptized, and of due belongs to the Whole assembly, not particular families or Persons, nor with any Reverence composing themselves to a solemn and Religious act of ded•cation to God, many in this case carry towards the Ordinance as a mere Compliment; to please wife, kinsfolk or neighbours they will have their Children Baptised, cc pp-f j-jn vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, xx j n2 cc n2, ccx p-acp d n1 vvg px32 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, d p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j vvi; pc-acp vvi n1, n1 cc n2 pns32 vmb vhi po32 n2 j-vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
736 and the civilities thereunto belonging being past they think themselves well rid of a piece of trouble, and the civilities thereunto belonging being passed they think themselves well rid of a piece of trouble, cc dt n2 av vvg vbg vvn pns32 vvb px32 av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
737 and never devote themselves to any Religion in the application of this Ordina•ce. and never devote themselves to any Religion in the application of this Ordina•ce. cc av-x vvb px32 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
738 Incorporation into the houshold of Faith, Dedication to an holy God is not in their thoughts, their prayses proclaim not any sense of a Covenant pri•iledge, Incorporation into the household of Faith, Dedication to an holy God is not in their thoughts, their praises proclaim not any sense of a Covenant pri•iledge, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp dt j np1 vbz xx p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2 vvb xx d n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
739 nor doth their Prayers pursue God for his blessi•g on his own Ordinance, they bre•k not through any d•fficulties to present their children to God in the Assemblies of his people, they think not the silent suffrages of the S•ciety of any moment in the incorporation of a Member, nor does their Prayers pursue God for his blessi•g on his own Ordinance, they bre•k not through any d•fficulties to present their children to God in the Assemblies of his people, they think not the silent suffrages of the S•ciety of any moment in the incorporation of a Member, ccx vdz po32 n2 vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pns32 vvb xx p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vvb xx dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
740 or supplicat•ons of any virtue to an Ordinance of sanctification, but as unaffected with these things, they get the work done, the child Baptized, they neither care where, or supplicat•ons of any virtue to an Ordinance of sanctification, but as unaffected with these things, they get the work done, the child Baptised, they neither care where, cc n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp c-acp j p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb dt n1 vdn, dt n1 j-vvn, pns32 dx n1 c-crq, (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
741 how, or by whom, for when its done they have done. how, or by whom, for when its done they have done. uh-crq, cc p-acp r-crq, c-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vdn pns32 vhb vdn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 28
742 And others are in this respect no lesse blame-worthy, who turn their backs rudely and irreverently when Baptism is administred; And Others Are in this respect no less blameworthy, who turn their backs rudely and irreverently when Baptism is administered; cc n2-jn vbr p-acp d n1 av-dx av-dc j, r-crq vvb po32 n2 av-j cc av-j c-crq n1 vbz vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
743 wh lest the Word, Prayer and other Ord•nances are in hand, they sit composedly in the Congregation, Where lest the Word, Prayer and other Ord•nances Are in hand, they fit composedly in the Congregation, zz zz dt n1, n1 cc j-jn n2 vbr p-acp n1, pns32 vvb av-vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
744 but when Baptisme comes in hand they post out of the Church, as if this were not worth their attendance, or tended any way to their advantage. but when Baptism comes in hand they post out of the Church, as if this were not worth their attendance, or tended any Way to their advantage. cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz p-acp n1 pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs d vbdr xx n1 po32 n1, cc vvd d n1 p-acp po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
745 Unto these I would say, Is not B•pti m an Ordinance of God & act of worship to his people Is it not an Ordinance of Incorporation into the body of th• Church of God, of which thou art a member? oughtest not thou to take them into society, Unto these I would say, Is not B•pti m an Ordinance of God & act of worship to his people Is it not an Ordinance of Incorporation into the body of th• Church of God, of which thou art a member? Ought not thou to take them into society, p-acp d pns11 vmd vvi, vbz xx np1 sy dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq pns21 vb2r dt n1? vmd2 xx pns21 p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
746 and by thy presence to witnesse their relation, thou givest them little honour who hast no• patience to attend their solemn admission into the society of the Saints. and by thy presence to witness their Relation, thou givest them little honour who haste no• patience to attend their solemn admission into the society of the Saints. cc p-acp po21 n1 p-acp vvb po32 n1, pns21 vv2 pno32 j n1 r-crq n1 n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
747 Is not Baptism the Seal of the Covenant, the Sanctifying Ordinance of accesse to God? Adm•nistreth it not matter of Meditation concerning Mans Guilt, Gods G•ace, the Covenant of Salvation between God and man, whereby thou mayest be edified? Is not the Baptism o• a Christian of high concernme •? Doth it not tye the Baptized to great and m•ny engagem•nts? Are they not obnoxious to many t•mptations, to violate the Covenant? Is not Bapt•sme the Ord•nance of holin•sse? Gods blessing needful to make it holy and prayers of the Church t•e way to obtain Gods blessing, that thou tu nest away and followest not the Or•ina•ce with thy prayer? Can a conscience awed by the sanctity of any Ordinance and affected with the holinesse of God to be adored, dispense with the neglect and contempt of other Ordinances equally holy, Is not Baptism the Seal of the Covenant, the Sanctifying Ordinance of access to God? Adm•nistreth it not matter of Meditation Concerning men Gilded, God's G•ace, the Covenant of Salvation between God and man, whereby thou Mayest be edified? Is not the Baptism o• a Christian of high concernme •? Does it not tie the Baptised to great and m•ny engagem•nts? are they not obnoxious to many t•mptations, to violate the Covenant? Is not Bapt•sme the Ord•nance of holin•sse? God's blessing needful to make it holy and Prayers of the Church t•e Way to obtain God's blessing, that thou tu nest away and followest not the Or•ina•ce with thy prayer? Can a conscience awed by the sanctity of any Ordinance and affected with the holiness of God to be adored, dispense with the neglect and contempt of other Ordinances equally holy, vbz xx n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1? vvz pn31 xx n1 pp-f n1 vvg n2 j-vvn, ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn? vbz xx dt n1 n1 dt njp pp-f j vvi •? vdz pn31 xx vvi dt j-vvn p-acp j cc j n2? vbr pns32 xx j p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1? vbz xx n1 dt n1 pp-f n1? npg1 n1 j pc-acp vvi pn31 j cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cst pns21 fw-la n1 av cc vv2 xx dt n1 p-acp po21 n1? vmb dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2 av-jn j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
748 nay, in order the first of, and that without which other Ordinances must not be used? nay, in order the First of, and that without which other Ordinances must not be used? uh-x, p-acp n1 dt ord pp-f, cc cst p-acp r-crq j-jn n2 vmb xx vbi vvn? (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 28
749 The fourth sort of such whose practise doth militate with the consecrating nature of Baptisme, are such who disesteem their own Baptisme owned and adhaered unto: The fourth sort of such whose practice does militate with the consecrating nature of Baptism, Are such who disesteem their own Baptism owned and adhered unto: dt ord n1 pp-f d rg-crq n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n1, vbr d r-crq vvb po32 d n1 vvd cc vvd p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
750 many have had their bodyes washed with pure water, and would not be without their Baptism for all the world, many have had their bodies washed with pure water, and would not be without their Baptism for all the world, d vhb vhn po32 n2 vvn p-acp j n1, cc vmd xx vbi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
751 but yet as for any great benefit they ever received by it, they know no reason they have to esteem it at so high a rate: but yet as for any great benefit they ever received by it, they know no reason they have to esteem it At so high a rate: cc-acp av c-acp p-acp d j n1 pns32 av vvd p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb dx n1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp av j dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
752 They never read any thing of Divine favour in their Baptism, nor from it reaped either counsel or comfort; They never read any thing of Divine favour in their Baptism, nor from it reaped either counsel or Comfort; pns32 av-x vvb d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n1, ccx p-acp pn31 vvd d n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
753 the reflections of duty and dignity are to them strange and unusuall, Baptism having once passed on the•r bodies come• no more into their mi•ds. the reflections of duty and dignity Are to them strange and unusual, Baptism having once passed on the•r bodies come• no more into their mi•ds. dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp pno32 j cc j, n1 vhg a-acp vvn p-acp j-jn ng1 n1 av-dx dc p-acp po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
754 It is not to them engagement to, or encouragement in duty or drawing nigh to God; It is not to them engagement to, or encouragement in duty or drawing High to God; pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno32 n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg av-j p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
755 the which as it exposeth the O•dinance to contempt not imaginable, so it bespeaks such souls to be unsp•akably igno•ant or insensible of the nature, use and end of the w•shing of the body with pure water; the which as it exposeth the O•dinance to contempt not imaginable, so it bespeaks such Souls to be unsp•akably igno•ant or insensible of the nature, use and end of the w•shing of the body with pure water; dt r-crq c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 xx j, av pn31 vvz d n2 pc-acp vbi av-j j cc j pp-f dt n1, vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
756 for can any soul that understands and believes Baptism to be a pledge of Divine affection, live under it without o•servation of Gods peculiar love to them above others who want it? Can any stand convinced, That the Seal of God is in their flesh, for can any soul that understands and believes Baptism to be a pledge of Divine affection, live under it without o•servation of God's peculiar love to them above Others who want it? Can any stand convinced, That the Seal of God is in their Flesh, c-acp vmb d n1 cst vvz cc vvz n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n2-jn r-crq vvb pn31? vmb d n1 vvd, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
757 and not lay claim to God by so visible a ground of claim? Can any say that by Baptism •hey are purg•d from the corruptions that are in the world through lust, and not lay claim to God by so visible a ground of claim? Can any say that by Baptism •hey Are purg•d from the corruptions that Are in the world through lust, cc xx vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f n1? vmb d vvi cst p-acp n1 n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
758 and live in sin? Can any consider hereby t•ey are called out of the world and consecrated to the worship of one God, Father, Son, and live in since? Can any Consider hereby t•ey Are called out of the world and consecrated to the worship of one God, Father, Son, cc vvi p-acp n1? vmb d vvi av n1 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1 cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd np1, n1, n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
759 and Holy Ghost, and neglect directed acts of Adoration, the holy service that is assigned by their Lord and King? much l•sse sh uld such Apostatize from the Profession of that N•me, and Holy Ghost, and neglect directed acts of Adoration, the holy service that is assigned by their Lord and King? much l•sse sh uld such Apostatise from the Profession of that N•me, cc j n1, cc n1 vvn n2 pp-f n1, dt j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1? d n1 pns31 vmd d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
760 and run into open Rebellion against him with whom they stand confederated, bound in Covenant? Can any think Baptisme to be the bond of union and nerve of incorporation with the Church of Christ, and run into open Rebellion against him with whom they stand confederated, bound in Covenant? Can any think Baptism to be the bound of Union and nerve of incorporation with the Church of christ, cc vvi p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb j, vvn p-acp n1? vmb d vvi n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
761 and not Sympat•ize with her under all the changes of her condition? much lesse c•n such make Schisms in, and not Sympat•ize with her under all the changes of her condition? much less c•n such make Schisms in, cc xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? av-d av-dc vvi d vvi n2 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
762 or separation from her body, and forsake the assembling of themselves together as the manner of some is. or separation from her body, and forsake the assembling of themselves together as the manner of Some is. cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi dt vvg pp-f px32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
763 Much is the advantage Baptism once, received may administer to a f•ul all his dayes if by ra•ional• acts of faith it were improved, either as a moral instrument or outward sign exhib•ting matter of meditation, Much is the advantage Baptism once, received may administer to a f•ul all his days if by ra•ional• acts of faith it were improved, either as a moral Instrument or outward Signen exhib•ting matter of meditation, av-d vbz dt n1 n1 a-acp, vvn vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 d po31 n2 cs p-acp n1 n2 pp-f n1 pn31 vbdr vvn, d c-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 vvg n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
764 or as a Divine Ordinance and Seal of the r•ghteousnesse by Faith, established to assure of the promises of Grace and Salvat•on. or as a Divine Ordinance and Seal of the r•ghteousnesse by Faith, established to assure of the promises of Grace and Salvat•on. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
765 And yet (to our shame be it spoken) how little thereof is reaped by regardlesse we? Baptism is a memorial of our misery, and Gods mercy; And yet (to our shame be it spoken) how little thereof is reaped by regardless we? Baptism is a memorial of our misery, and God's mercy; cc av (p-acp po12 n1 vbi pn31 vvn) c-crq av-j av vbz vvn p-acp av-j zz? n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
766 a manifest expression of that natural uncleannesse which sets us at a distance from God, and eminent act of sanctifying unto an accesse to God; a manifest expression of that natural uncleanness which sets us At a distance from God, and eminent act of sanctifying unto an access to God; dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cc j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
767 and yet how many make no use of it, nor find matter of meditation by it? God hath appointed it an instrument of Regeneration and Salvation, and yet how many make no use of it, nor find matter of meditation by it? God hath appointed it an Instrument of Regeneration and Salvation, cc av c-crq d vvb dx n1 pp-f pn31, ccx vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31? np1 vhz vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
768 how few find these effects produced by it? nay, improve it thereunto. how few find these effects produced by it? nay, improve it thereunto. c-crq d vvb d n2 vvn p-acp pn31? uh-x, vvb pn31 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
769 It is that Seal that assures of interest in all the promises of Grace, yet when do men propound it to themselves as a ground of Faith or plead it in prayer? How many live in such profanenesse that the Church may charge them to have forgotten that they were purged from their old sin; It is that Seal that assures of Interest in all the promises of Grace, yet when do men propound it to themselves as a ground of Faith or plead it in prayer? How many live in such profaneness that the Church may charge them to have forgotten that they were purged from their old since; pn31 vbz cst n1 cst vvz pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, av c-crq vdb n2 vvi pn31 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1? c-crq d vvb p-acp d n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vhi vvn cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
770 and God may complain that they have broken their Baptismal Oath: yet Baptism is to them a mean and weak argument of conviction. and God may complain that they have broken their Baptismal Oath: yet Baptism is to them a mean and weak argument of conviction. cc np1 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb vvn po32 j n1: av n1 vbz p-acp pno32 dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
771 W•en I consider the dulnesse of profane Christians under the enfo•cements of their Baptism, even ministerially urged, I could wish according the sometime custome used in the Primitive times of the Church, W•en I Consider the dulness of profane Christians under the enfo•cements of their Baptism, even ministerially urged, I could wish according the sometime custom used in the Primitive times of the Church, np1 pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f j np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, av av-jn vvn, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt av n1 vvd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
772 when men are Baptized they might leave behind them a white garment, as a witnesse of their Baptism, that so we might upbraid wicked men, when men Are Baptised they might leave behind them a white garment, as a witness of their Baptism, that so we might upbraid wicked men, c-crq n2 vbr j-vvn pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 dt j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst av pns12 vmd vvi j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
773 as the Deacon of the Church did Elpid•phorus when revolted from the Faith, saying, O, Elpidophorus, I will ke•p this white garm nt as a monument agai•st thee to all Eternity. as the Deacon of the Church did Elpid•phorus when revolted from the Faith, saying, Oh, Elpidophorus, I will ke•p this white garm nt as a monument agai•st thee to all Eternity. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd np1 c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg, uh, np1, pns11 vmb vvi d j-jn j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb pno21 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
774 When I consider the Scripture aggravating guilt with this circumstance ▪ they have forgotten that they were purged; When I Consider the Scripture aggravating guilt with this circumstance ▪ they have forgotten that they were purged; c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg n1 p-acp d n1 ▪ pns32 vhb vvn cst pns32 vbdr vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
775 it dictates to my mind that the condemnation of Christians will be more grievous because of their Baptism; it dictates to my mind that the condemnation of Christians will be more grievous Because of their Baptism; pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av-dc j c-acp pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
776 If this water quench not Lust, it will make Wrath burn more vehemently: If this water quench not Lust, it will make Wrath burn more vehemently: cs d n1 vvb xx n1, pn31 vmb vvi n1 vvi av-dc av-j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
777 Though I cannot consent to the Novatians cruel and groundlesse conclusion, That sin after Bap ism is unpardonable; Though I cannot consent to the Novatians cruel and groundless conclusion, That sin After Baptism ism is unpardonable; c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt njp2 j cc j n1, cst vvb p-acp j n1 vbz j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
778 I dare affirm, That every sin not resist•d by B•ptism will be more then ordinar• y damnable to the Bap ized. I Dare affirm, That every since not resist•d by B•ptism will be more then ordinar• y damnable to the Baptism ized. pns11 vvb vvi, cst d n1 xx vvn p-acp n1 vmb vbi av-dc cs n1 zz j p-acp dt n1 vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
779 What an answer to every temptation unto sin is the soul furnished withal, that is appre•ensive that in Baptism he did renou ce the flesh the world and the divel, What an answer to every temptation unto since is the soul furnished withal, that is appre•ensive that in Baptism he did renou ce the Flesh the world and the Devil, q-crq dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 vvn av, cst vbz j cst p-acp n1 pns31 vdd j fw-fr dt n1 dt n1 cc dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
780 and devote himself to a conformity to the death of Christ, and stands ded•cated to •n holy God, in whose presence •e may not presume defiled with sin. and devote himself to a conformity to the death of christ, and Stands ded•cated to •n holy God, in whose presence •e may not presume defiled with since. cc vvb px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz vvn p-acp av j np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 av vmb xx vvi vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
781 This Argument if •mproved by a Rational act of Faith is of more advantage, because it is plaine and common, ready at hand to refl•ct, This Argument if •mproved by a Rational act of Faith is of more advantage, Because it is plain and Common, ready At hand to refl•ct, d n1 cs vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz pp-f dc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j, j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
782 and easie to be understood, and obvious to the eye of men without and within the Church, by which we are lyable to be upbraided by the very enemies of Christ: and easy to be understood, and obvious to the eye of men without and within the Church, by which we Are liable to be upbraided by the very enemies of christ: cc j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
783 That we are Baptized the whole Church will witnesse, and shall not we have rec urse unto our Baptism as a b•r to our profanenesse? Shall Circumcised Israel live in the vilenesse and vanit• of the uncircumcised Gentiles? And hath God made Baptism a badg of dist•nction between the holy and prophane, That we Are Baptised the Whole Church will witness, and shall not we have rec urse unto our Baptism as a b•r to our profaneness? Shall Circumcised Israel live in the vileness and vanit• of the uncircumcised Gentiles? And hath God made Baptism a badge of dist•nction between the holy and profane, cst pns12 vbr j-vvn dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi, cc vmb xx pns12 vhi fw-fr n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n1? vmb j-vvn np1 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1? np1 vhz np1 vvn n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
784 and sh•ll we not make it a bar of divi on between their unclean Lusts and our holy Lives? to live without mortification of sin, and sh•ll we not make it a bar of divi on between their unclean Lustiest and our holy Lives? to live without mortification of since, cc vmb pns12 xx vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f fw-la p-acp p-acp po32 j n2 cc po12 j n2? pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
785 and quickning to all holy duties, do h clearly declare we have never yet understood the n•ture of Baptism, and quickening to all holy duties, do h clearly declare we have never yet understood the n•ture of Baptism, cc j-vvg p-acp d j n2, vdb zz av-j vvi pns12 vhb av-x av vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
786 nor used it to its end. nor used it to its end. ccx vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 28
787 As this Deadnesse in sin, so the Despo•den•y of the Spirit in Duty, to which even the best of men are subject, doth witness a disesteem and disre•ard of their Bapt•sm, of which they can sometime boast, As this Deadness in since, so the Despo•den•y of the Spirit in Duty, to which even the best of men Are Subject, does witness a disesteem and disre•ard of their Bapt•sm, of which they can sometime boast, p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq av dt js pp-f n2 vbr j-jn, vdz vvi dt vvb cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb av vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
788 though in it they cannot rejoyce. though in it they cannot rejoice. cs p-acp pn31 pns32 vmbx vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
789 A rig•t apprehension and real sense of Baptisme as the qualification of confident appro•ch to God would dissolve many doubts, A rig•t apprehension and real sense of Baptism as the qualification of confident appro•ch to God would dissolve many doubts, dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 vmd vvi d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
790 if but duely urged by Faith. if but duly urged by Faith. cs cc-acp av-jn vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
791 Ordinances of God are given for our encouragements, but rational acts of Faith must pass from us to enforce them to their end: Ordinances of God Are given for our encouragements, but rational acts of Faith must pass from us to enforce them to their end: n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
792 What is said of the Word is true of Baptism, it profits not beca••e not mingled with Faith in them that hear it: What is said of the Word is true of Baptism, it profits not beca••e not mingled with Faith in them that hear it: q-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vbz j pp-f n1, pn31 vvz xx vvi xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
793 many a s•d soul comes tremblingly in•o Gods presence and goes more troubled out, and the reason is, they do not righty husband Gods Ordinances to the soul; many a s•d soul comes tremblingly in•o God's presence and Goes more troubled out, and the reason is, they do not righty husband God's Ordinances to the soul; d dt j n1 vvz av-vvg av ng1 n1 cc vvz av-dc vvn av, cc dt n1 vbz, pns32 vdb xx j n1 npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
794 they passe from O•dinance to Ordinance, but never consider t•e one entitles to and fits for the enjoyment of another. they pass from O•dinance to Ordinance, but never Consider t•e one entitles to and fits for the enjoyment of Another. pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av-x vvb vvb pi vvz p-acp cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
795 They suck no sweetnesse f•om all Sacred administrations, sometimes they abstain from, and ofte•times approach to God in his Ordinances and the discharge of holy duties, They suck no sweetness f•om all Sacred administrations, sometime they abstain from, and ofte•times approach to God in his Ordinances and the discharge of holy duties, pns32 vvb dx n1 vvi d j n2, av pns32 vvb p-acp, cc av vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2 cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
796 as afraid they have no right to nor fitnesse for these priviledges, yet are sanctified by the w•shing of water; as afraid they have no right to nor fitness for these privileges, yet Are sanctified by the w•shing of water; c-acp j pns32 vhb dx j-jn pc-acp ccx n1 p-acp d n2, av vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
797 they complain they see no interest in the Covenant, and yet the Seal of the Covenant is in their flesh; they complain they see no Interest in the Covenant, and yet the Seal of the Covenant is in their Flesh; pns32 vvb pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
798 they cry out they are aliens and strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, and yet are Baptiz•d into one body, a•d incorporated into the Congregation of the Saints; they cry out they Are aliens and Strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, and yet Are Baptiz•d into one body, a•d incorporated into the Congregation of the Saints; pns32 vvb av pns32 vbr n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vbr vvn p-acp crd n1, vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
799 they dare not ca•l God Father, yet were ch•ldren begotten unto him, bear his marke, they Dare not ca•l God Father, yet were ch•ldren begotten unto him, bear his mark, pns32 vvb xx vvi np1 n1, av vbdr n2 vvn p-acp pno31, vvb po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
800 and as soon as born were by him owned and pl•ced in the bosome of his Church, and as soon as born were by him owned and pl•ced in the bosom of his Church, cc c-acp av c-acp vvn vbdr p-acp pno31 vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
801 and do wear the coat he prepared for his Jos•ph. They see many good things promised in the Covenant but know not how to cl•im any of them in Prayer, and do wear the coat he prepared for his Jos•ph. They see many good things promised in the Covenant but know not how to cl•im any of them in Prayer, cc vdb vvi dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 np1. pns32 vvb d j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc-acp vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
802 and they have the Broad-S•al of he•ven to secure th•ir title. and they have the Broad-S•al of he•ven to secure th•ir title. cc pns32 vhb dt j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
803 Unto these souls let me freely say, Shall God give you a ground of encouragement? will you not use it? Shall he call for an a•proach in full assurance, for th•t the b•dy is washed with pure water, and will you not yield it? D•d God mock you when he gave you the dignity of Baptisme, Unto these Souls let me freely say, Shall God give you a ground of encouragement? will you not use it? Shall he call for an a•proach in full assurance, for th•t the b•dy is washed with pure water, and will you not yield it? D•d God mock you when he gave you the dignity of Baptism, p-acp d n2 vvb pno11 av-j vvi, vmb np1 vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1? vmb pn22 xx vvi pn31? vmb pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp j dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n1, cc vmb pn22 xx vvi pn31? j np1 vvi pn22 c-crq pns31 vvd pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
804 or is it not your madness that makes it not a check to your g iefs, or is it not your madness that makes it not a check to your g iefs, cc vbz pn31 xx po22 n1 cst vvz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp po22 zz n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
805 and curb to your fears? Shall your pr•ctice procl•im the truth of that which the Papists h•ve endeavoured to ch•rge on the Reformed Chu•c•es, viz. That •hey make B••tism a nudum signum, a bare empty sign of no use or advantage to the Soul. Is Gods seal in vain, and curb to your fears? Shall your pr•ctice procl•im the truth of that which the Papists h•ve endeavoured to ch•rge on the Reformed Chu•c•es, viz. That •hey make B••tism a Nudum signum, a bore empty Signen of no use or advantage to the Soul. Is God's seal in vain, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2? vmb po22 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f d r-crq dt njp2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvn n2, n1 cst n1 vvi n1 dt fw-la fw-la, dt j j n1 pp-f dx n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz npg1 n1 p-acp j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
806 and sanctification by the wash•ng of water to no purpose? and matriculation into his houshold a matter of no moment? that thou makest them no ground of Faith, and sanctification by the wash•ng of water to no purpose? and matriculation into his household a matter of no moment? that thou Makest them no ground of Faith, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dx n1? cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f dx n1? cst pns21 vv2 pno32 dx n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
807 nor encouragement to thy soul? Was not Circumcision of great benefit to the Jewes? d d not God claim them by it when gone astr•y from him? and they claim God when deserting them? Is that an engagement to divine faithfulnesse, nor encouragement to thy soul? Was not Circumcision of great benefit to the Jews? worser d not God claim them by it when gone astr•y from him? and they claim God when deserting them? Is that an engagement to divine faithfulness, ccx n1 p-acp po21 n1? vbds xx n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt np2? sy zz xx np1 vvi pno32 p-acp pn31 c-crq vvn av-j p-acp pno31? cc pns32 vvb np1 c-crq vvg pno32? vbz d dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
808 and may not thy Faith make it thy encouragement to appear before him? did God complement when he annexed Baptism to the Covenant, and called it. and may not thy Faith make it thy encouragement to appear before him? did God compliment when he annexed Baptism to the Covenant, and called it. cc vmb xx po21 n1 vvi pn31 po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? vdd np1 vvi c-crq pns31 vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
809 The Seal of the righteousnesse of Faith? or dost not thou rather cozen thy self of the comforts the Ordinance do really and according to divine designment exhibit? It is indeed true, Salvation is not conferred op re operato, by the act done and meer application of the water, The Seal of the righteousness of Faith? or dost not thou rather cozen thy self of the comforts the Ordinance do really and according to divine designment exhibit? It is indeed true, Salvation is not conferred open re operato, by the act done and mere application of the water, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? cc vd2 xx pns21 av vvi po21 n1 pp-f dt n2 dt n1 vdb av-j cc vvg p-acp j-jn n1 vvi? pn31 vbz av j, n1 vbz xx vvn j fw-mi fw-mi, p-acp dt n1 vdn cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
810 yet it is thereby assured to the Soul, that by acts of Faith shall duly argue its interest. yet it is thereby assured to the Soul, that by acts of Faith shall duly argue its Interest. av pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-jn vvi po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
811 The Privy-Seal is the clearest token of affection & to be puri••ed, but is the Broad-Seal of no authority or advantage to be retained and improved? The outward Ordinance is not without inward Grace to be depended on as sufficient to Salvation, The Privy-Seal is the Clearest token of affection & to be puri••ed, but is the Broad-Seal of no Authority or advantage to be retained and improved? The outward Ordinance is not without inward Grace to be depended on as sufficient to Salvation, dt n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1 cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dx n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn? dt j n1 vbz xx p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
812 but inward grace duly reflects the outward Ordinance as Gods great mercy and the ground of Faith and encouragement to it self. but inward grace duly reflects the outward Ordinance as God's great mercy and the ground of Faith and encouragement to it self. cc-acp j n1 av-jn vvz dt j n1 c-acp ng1 j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
813 The Moral swasion of any Ordinance is too short to sanctifie or solace any Spirit without supernatural Grace: The Moral suasion of any Ordinance is too short to sanctify or solace any Spirit without supernatural Grace: dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
814 but supernatural Grace comes not into any soul to convince or comfort but by a moral improvement of every Ordinance by rational meditation of its nature, use and end. but supernatural Grace comes not into any soul to convince or Comfort but by a moral improvement of every Ordinance by rational meditation of its nature, use and end. cc-acp j n1 vvz xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
815 Many sit under Gods Ordinances and make most sad complaints they find no profit in them, Many fit under God's Ordinances and make most sad complaints they find no profit in them, av-d vvb p-acp npg1 n2 cc vvb av-ds j n2 pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
816 when the reason is in themselves; when the reason is in themselves; c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp px32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
817 they cry out God must do all, work in them to will and to do at his own pleasure, which is indeed true, they cry out God must do all, work in them to will and to do At his own pleasure, which is indeed true, pns32 vvb av np1 vmb vdi d, vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vbz av j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
818 but they consider not Gods method of working grace or comfort in any souls; but they Consider not God's method of working grace or Comfort in any Souls; cc-acp pns32 vvb xx npg1 n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 cc vvi p-acp d n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
819 he alwayes deals with men like themselves as they are r•asonable creatures, and have a power of discourse, he always deals with men like themselves as they Are r•asonable creatures, and have a power of discourse, pns31 av vvz p-acp n2 vvb px32 p-acp pns32 vbr j n2, cc vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
820 and therefore his Ordinances are moral instruments by due discourses to enforce their end. and Therefore his Ordinances Are moral Instruments by due discourses to enforce their end. cc av po31 n2 vbr j n2 p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
821 We have reason to check some under the Ordinances as the Disciples we•e checked from heaven for their posture in the Lord his ascension, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing? this Jesus that is taken from you shall so come as you have seen him go into heaven, Act. 1.11 As if the voice had said, Considerations of his return better become you, We have reason to check Some under the Ordinances as the Disciples we•e checked from heaven for their posture in the Lord his Ascension, You men of Galilee, why stand you gazing? this jesus that is taken from you shall so come as you have seen him go into heaven, Act. 1.11 As if the voice had said, Considerations of his return better become you, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 po31 n1, pn22 n2 pp-f np1, q-crq vvb pn22 vvg? d np1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno31 vvi p-acp n1, n1 crd c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, n2 pp-f po31 n1 av-jc vvi pn22, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
822 than silent observations of his present going. than silent observations of his present going. cs j n2 pp-f po31 j n-vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
823 So I say, Why doe many enjoy Gods Ordinances, and not goe home and consider them? must we run so far from free will, So I say, Why do many enjoy God's Ordinances, and not go home and Consider them? must we run so Far from free will, av pns11 vvb, q-crq vdb d vvi npg1 n2, cc xx vvi av-an cc vvb pno32? vmb pns12 vvi av av-j p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
824 as to run out of our wits? Let such men, as make not their Baptism a moral engagement to, as to run out of our wits? Let such men, as make not their Baptism a moral engagement to, c-acp pc-acp vvi av pp-f po12 n2? vvb d n2, c-acp vvb xx po32 n1 dt j n1 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
825 and encouragement in their access to God, know, that they appear ignorant or sinfully insensible of its nature, and encouragement in their access to God, know, that they appear ignorant or sinfully insensible of its nature, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, vvb, cst pns32 vvb j cc av-j j pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
826 and expose it to great contempt. and expose it to great contempt. cc vvb pn31 p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
827 Can any thing more easily cast a soul into contempt of an Ordinance, than its unprofitableness and unusefullness? The grand cause of all the blasphemie that our age doth belch out against Baptism, is the little benefit men finde it brings them: Can any thing more Easily cast a soul into contempt of an Ordinance, than its unprofitableness and unusefullness? The grand cause of all the blasphemy that our age does belch out against Baptism, is the little benefit men find it brings them: vmb d n1 av-dc av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cs po31 n1 cc n1? dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 cst po12 n1 vdz vvi av p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 n2 vvi pn31 vvz pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
828 not by reason of any defect in the Ordinance, but their own neglect to improve it as a ground of faith, guard against sin, not by reason of any defect in the Ordinance, but their own neglect to improve it as a ground of faith, guard against since, xx p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
829 and special qualification of access to God. and special qualification of access to God. cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 28
830 The fift sort, that carrie contradictorily to this consecrating nature of Baptisme, are such, who declare not to theirs baptized, the dignity and duty of their Baptisme. The fift sort, that carry contradictorily to this consecrating nature of Baptism, Are such, who declare not to theirs baptised, the dignity and duty of their Baptism. dt ord n1, cst vvb av-j p-acp d vvg n1 pp-f n1, vbr d, r-crq vvb xx p-acp png32 j-vvn, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
831 Men doe with much zeal present their children to Baptism, but never minde to acquaint them of their priviledge, Men do with much zeal present their children to Baptism, but never mind to acquaint them of their privilege, n2 vdb p-acp d n1 vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp av-x n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
832 or instruct them in the nature of so holy an Ordinance: they are carefull to bring them up to some Trade or Calling; or instruct them in the nature of so holy an Ordinance: they Are careful to bring them up to Some Trade or Calling; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1: pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d n1 cc vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
833 to acquaint them with all external rights and priviledges, and the past ground of claim, to all future injoyments in the world; to acquaint them with all external rights and privileges, and the past ground of claim, to all future enjoyments in the world; pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j n2-jn cc n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
834 but education in the fear and nurture of the Lord, is to them unusual; but education in the Fear and nurture of the Lord, is to them unusual; cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp pno32 j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
835 and the affecting them with baptismal priviledges and Church Rites, or the acquainting them with Covenant interest and ground of claim, as to spiritual mercies and soul enjoyments, is the last and least of their endeavors. and the affecting them with baptismal privileges and Church Rites, or the acquainting them with Covenant Interest and ground of claim, as to spiritual Mercies and soul enjoyments, is the last and least of their endeavors. cc dt vvg pno32 p-acp j n2 cc n1 n2, cc dt vvg pno32 p-acp n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp j n2 cc n1 n2, vbz dt ord cc ds pp-f po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
836 Well may we observe, the men of this world are wiser in their generations, than the children of the Kingdome. Well may we observe, the men of this world Are Wiser in their generations, than the children of the Kingdom. n1 vmb pns12 vvi, dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr jc p-acp po32 n2, cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
837 Common prudence, if Scipture were silent, would direct a more serious instruction of our children, in the nature of their Baptisme: Common prudence, if Scripture were silent, would Direct a more serious instruction of our children, in the nature of their Baptism: j n1, cs n1 vbdr j, vmd vvi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
838 Shall they be begotten to the Lord, and not be made to know whose children they are? and how they came by that relation? Shall they be incorporated into the body of the Church, Shall they be begotten to the Lord, and not be made to know whose children they Are? and how they Come by that Relation? Shall they be incorporated into the body of the Church, vmb pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr? cc c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d n1? vmb pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
839 and not know the family and houshold to which they belong? Shall holyness be stamped upon them, and not know the family and household to which they belong? Shall holiness be stamped upon them, cc xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb? vmb n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
840 and they not be made to know that they are out of the common lump and mass of mankind? Shall the Covenant of God be in their fl•sh, and they not know the Charter sealed, and they not be made to know that they Are out of the Common lump and mass of mankind? Shall the Covenant of God be in their fl•sh, and they not know the Charter sealed, cc pns32 xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr av pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp po32 n1, cc pns32 xx vvi dt n1 vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
841 and Conditions to be performed? In a word, Shall they be sanctified by the washing of water, and Conditions to be performed? In a word, Shall they be sanctified by the washing of water, cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn? p-acp dt n1, vmb pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
842 and not made sensible, that they stand consecrated unto holy service, and dedicated to the worship of an holy God, Father, Sonne, and Holy Ghost; and not made sensible, that they stand consecrated unto holy service, and dedicated to the worship of an holy God, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; cc xx vvn j, cst pns32 vvb vvn p-acp j n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, n1, n1, cc j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
843 and therefore ought not to stain themselves with guilt, but carrie as an holy people peculiar to the Lord? that must wait on him, because they wear his livery; and Therefore ought not to stain themselves with guilt, but carry as an holy people peculiar to the Lord? that must wait on him, Because they wear his livery; cc av vmd xx pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j n1 j p-acp dt n1? cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vvb po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
844 and may worship in his presence with confidence, because their bodies have been washed with pure water. and may worship in his presence with confidence, Because their bodies have been washed with pure water. cc vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp po32 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
845 I did in the last branch of this Use, blame them that disesteem and disregard their own Baptisme, and that was but the effect of this sin, Our progenitors neglected us, I did in the last branch of this Use, blame them that disesteem and disregard their own Baptism, and that was but the Effect of this since, Our progenitors neglected us, pns11 vdd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vvb pno32 d vvb cc n1 po32 d n1, cc d vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, po12 n2 vvn pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
846 and we neglect our posterity, as to their instruction in the nature of divine Ordinances. How shall they esteem that, wherein they see no excellencie; and we neglect our posterity, as to their instruction in the nature of divine Ordinances. How shall they esteem that, wherein they see no excellency; cc pns12 vvb po12 n1, c-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. q-crq vmb pns32 vvi cst, c-crq pns32 vvb dx n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
847 or improve that priviledge, of whose nature they are ignorant. or improve that privilege, of whose nature they Are ignorant. cc vvb d n1, pp-f rg-crq n1 pns32 vbr j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
848 How shall they claime the promises, who neither understand what they are, or on what ground to be claimed? What conscience can they make of dutie who doe not know themselves under sacred obligation? What confidence can they have in accesse to God, who know not themselves consecrated? If men have in them parental affection to their children, How shall they claim the promises, who neither understand what they Are, or on what ground to be claimed? What conscience can they make of duty who do not know themselves under sacred obligation? What confidence can they have in access to God, who know not themselves consecrated? If men have in them parental affection to their children, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi dt n2, r-crq av-dx vvb r-crq pns32 vbr, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vbi vvn? q-crq n1 vmb pns32 vvi pp-f n1 r-crq vdb xx vvi px32 p-acp j n1? q-crq n1 vmb pns32 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvb xx px32 vvn? cs n2 vhb p-acp pno32 j n1 p-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
849 and doe care for their future good, we must needs conclude they sought no more in their B•ptisme, and do care for their future good, we must needs conclude they sought no more in their B•ptisme, cc vdb vvi p-acp po32 j-jn j, pns12 vmb av vvi pns32 vvd dx dc p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
850 than friends satisfaction, and a Formal Religious complement; and so not any special Soul saving priviledges thereby conferred? for charity forbids us to thinke they would bring up their children in the ignorance and incapacity of claiming such high priviledges, and rationally improving so holy engagements, if themselves were affected with them, than Friends satisfaction, and a Formal Religious compliment; and so not any special Soul Saving privileges thereby conferred? for charity forbids us to think they would bring up their children in the ignorance and incapacity of claiming such high privileges, and rationally improving so holy engagements, if themselves were affected with them, cs n2 n1, cc dt j j n1; cc av xx d j n1 vvg n2 av vvn? p-acp n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pns32 vmd vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg d j n2, cc av-j vvg av j n2, cs px32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
851 or they had any sense of duty as to such Religious education, which should indeed spur their natural affection to the discharge thereof. or they had any sense of duty as to such Religious education, which should indeed spur their natural affection to the discharge thereof. cc pns32 vhd d n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp d j n1, r-crq vmd av vvi po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
852 Little doe men consider that the same God that gave babes the right to the initiating seales of the Covenant, did provide catechising, as the way to make them know their priviledge. Little do men Consider that the same God that gave babes the right to the initiating Seals of the Covenant, did provide catechising, as the Way to make them know their privilege. j vdb n2 vvi cst dt d np1 cst vvd n2 dt j-jn p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, vdd vvi n-vvg, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
853 He to whom they are born, hath provided milk for their nourishment, no less than meat for stronger men, He to whom they Are born, hath provided milk for their nourishment, no less than meat for Stronger men, pns31 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn, vhz vvn n1 p-acp po32 n1, av-dx dc cs n1 p-acp jc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
854 and hath committed them as his lambs, to the care of his Church, and charged it, and hath committed them as his Lambs, to the care of his Church, and charged it, cc vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvd pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
855 as the duty of their Parents, to educate them in the feare and nurture of the Lord: as the duty of their Parents, to educate them in the Fear and nurture of the Lord: c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
856 So that such Parents who doe not seriously instruct their seed in the solemn Bond of their relation to God and his Church, the suitable qualification by which they are fitted for divine communion, So that such Parents who do not seriously instruct their seed in the solemn Bound of their Relation to God and his Church, the suitable qualification by which they Are fitted for divine communion, av cst d n2 r-crq vdb xx av-j vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
857 & the seal of the Covenant, that assureth them of the high priviledges of Salvation, doe not only slight this holy Ordinance of Baptism, & the seal of the Covenant, that assureth them of the high privileges of Salvation, do not only slight this holy Ordinance of Baptism, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz pno32 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, vdb xx av-j vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
858 but also sinfully transgress Gods command, shew their natural affection to be diverted from its right channel, cure for the chiefest good, and set their children under an inevitable necessitie of sleighting the Ordinance, but also sinfully transgress God's command, show their natural affection to be diverted from its right channel, cure for the chiefest good, and Set their children under an inevitable necessity of Slighting the Ordinance, cc-acp av av-j vvi npg1 n1, vvb po32 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1, vvb p-acp dt js-jn j, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
859 & starting aside from God, to whom they know no relation. & starting aside from God, to whom they know no Relation. cc vvg av p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb dx n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
860 We finde it our grief, that our children are prophane, when it is no other than the production of our own neglect: We can easily complain of their impietie; We find it our grief, that our children Are profane, when it is no other than the production of our own neglect: We can Easily complain of their impiety; pns12 vvb pn31 po12 n1, cst po12 n2 vbr j, c-crq pn31 vbz dx n-jn cs dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1: pns12 vmb av-j vvi pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
861 but where is the man, that as soon as his child is sensible, doth season him with the knowledge of his miserie by sin, Gods mercy in the Covenant of Grace, but where is the man, that as soon as his child is sensible, does season him with the knowledge of his misery by since, God's mercy in the Covenant of Grace, cc-acp q-crq vbz dt n1, cst c-acp av c-acp po31 n1 vbz j, vdz vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
862 and his special engagement to holiness, for that he beares on him the name of God from his very birth, and his special engagement to holiness, for that he bears on him the name of God from his very birth, cc po31 j n1 p-acp n1, c-acp cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
863 and that imprinted by his Baptisme, when his body was washed with pure water. and that imprinted by his Baptism, when his body was washed with pure water. cc cst vvd p-acp po31 n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 28
864 The sixth and last sort, whose principles and practise doe plainly millitate against the nature of Baptisme, The sixth and last sort, whose principles and practice do plainly millitate against the nature of Baptism, dt ord cc ord n1, rg-crq n2 cc n1 vdb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
865 and cleerly doe contradict the same, are such, who deny the baptized the libertie of access to God in the assemblies of his people. and clearly do contradict the same, Are such, who deny the baptised the liberty of access to God in the assemblies of his people. cc av-j vdb vvi dt d, vbr d, r-crq vvb dt j-vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
866 This I well know to relate unto the most eminent professors of Gospel order and pretenders unto pietie, that are among us; This I well know to relate unto the most eminent professors of Gospel order and pretenders unto piety, that Are among us; d pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, cst vbr p-acp pno12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
867 and therefore the most tender rebuke will seem to be railing violence and bitterness: But be it what it will, and Therefore the most tender rebuke will seem to be railing violence and bitterness: But be it what it will, cc av dt av-ds j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvg n1 cc n1: p-acp vbi pn31 q-crq pn31 vmb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
868 sin against Gods Ordinances must not pass without a zealous and serious reproof. since against God's Ordinances must not pass without a zealous and serious reproof. n1 p-acp npg1 n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
869 Such among us as affect the term of Congregational Brethren, in the gathering of their Churches, run into an extreme as farre wide on the one hand, Such among us as affect the term of Congregational Brothers, in the gathering of their Churches, run into an extreme as Far wide on the one hand, d p-acp pno12 p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2, vvn p-acp dt j-jn c-acp av-j j p-acp dt crd n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
870 as the loose levelling Familists and Anabaptists are on the other: as the lose levelling Familists and Anabaptists Are on the other: c-acp dt j j-vvg np2 cc np1 vbr p-acp dt n-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
871 These dictate a liberty of access to the unbaptized, and those denie it to the baptized. We must needs imagine they agree both in one principle, that Baptisme is not the ground of communion with the Church visible, nor qualification of access to God; These dictate a liberty of access to the unbaptized, and those deny it to the baptised. We must needs imagine they agree both in one principle, that Baptism is not the ground of communion with the Church visible, nor qualification of access to God; d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvn, cc d vvb pn31 p-acp dt j-vvn. pns12 vmb av vvi pns32 vvb d p-acp crd n1, cst n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 j, ccx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
872 For if it be otherwise, as we have noted, it must be prophaneness to admit without it; For if it be otherwise, as we have noted, it must be profaneness to admit without it; c-acp cs pn31 vbb av, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, pn31 vmb vbi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
873 and they have need of good warrant that will acquit themselves from impietie, in excluding the baptized from these priviledges. and they have need of good warrant that will acquit themselves from impiety, in excluding the baptised from these privileges. cc pns32 vhb n1 pp-f j n1 cst vmb vvi px32 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt j-vvn p-acp d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
874 That such are among us, who debarre the baptized from their priviledges, is so obvious to every observant eye of the now only cryed up Church way, that I need not much urge demonstrations thereof. That such Are among us, who debar the baptised from their privileges, is so obvious to every observant eye of the now only cried up Church Way, that I need not much urge demonstrations thereof. cst d vbr p-acp pno12, q-crq vvi dt j-vvn p-acp po32 n2, vbz av j p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt av av-j vvd a-acp n1 n1, cst pns11 vvb xx d vvi n2 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
875 I well know some whose practice proclaim it, in their principles will disown it: I well know Some whose practice proclaim it, in their principles will disown it: pns11 av vvb d rg-crq n1 vvb pn31, p-acp po32 n2 vmb vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
876 but it is the property of that congregating way, to couch their principles until their practice have proved their truth and goodness, and proclaimed them to others. but it is the property of that congregating Way, to couch their principles until their practice have proved their truth and Goodness, and proclaimed them to Others. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 vhb vvn po32 n1 cc n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp n2-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
877 But if in the termes charged any shall deny this to be acted among us, I shall desire to understand why they declare privatly and publiquely men baptized, to be strangers to God and his Covenant? why doe they decline communion with, But if in the terms charged any shall deny this to be acted among us, I shall desire to understand why they declare privately and publicly men baptised, to be Strangers to God and his Covenant? why do they decline communion with, p-acp cs p-acp dt n2 vvd d vmb vvi d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vvb av-j cc av-j n2 vvn, pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi n1 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
878 and a care of baptized soules, as members of the Church? and dictate a necessitie of their coming into Church-way and fellowship? and why doe they direct other wayes for admission of Church members? is there any terms more ordinarie in the mouthes of the congregated saints towards those whom they live amongst, and a care of baptised Souls, as members of the Church? and dictate a necessity of their coming into Churchway and fellowship? and why do they Direct other ways for admission of Church members? is there any terms more ordinary in the mouths of the congregated Saints towards those whom they live among, cc dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, c-acp n2 pp-f dt n1? cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1? cc q-crq vdb pns32 vvi j-jn n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 n2? vbz pc-acp d n2 av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n2 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
879 than doggs, without, unbeleevers, not in a Church way? Doe not the pastors •f these private (it may offend if I say separate) assemblies in their publique ministrie, speak unto their baptized hearers as aliens, strangers, to the Covenant and Common-wealth of Israel, men in the High-wayes and Hedges? Doe they not call them into their self congregated and constituted Churches, than Dogs, without, unbelievers, not in a Church Way? Do not the Pastors •f these private (it may offend if I say separate) assemblies in their public Ministry, speak unto their baptised hearers as aliens, Strangers, to the Covenant and Commonwealth of Israel, men in the Highways and Hedges? Do they not call them into their self congregated and constituted Churches, cs n2, p-acp, n2, xx p-acp dt n1 n1? vdb xx dt n2 av d j (pn31 vmb vvi cs pns11 vvb vvi) n2 p-acp po32 j n1, vvb p-acp po32 j-vvn n2 p-acp n2-jn, n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2? vdb pns32 xx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 j-vvn cc vvn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
880 as the only Churches of Jesus Christ? Doe not the particular members of these assemblies appropriate to themselves the title of saints, beleevers, the people of God, the brethren? If they know or deale with a man professing the same God and Christ, baptized, as the only Churches of jesus christ? Do not the particular members of these assemblies Appropriate to themselves the title of Saints, believers, the people of God, the brothers? If they know or deal with a man professing the same God and christ, baptised, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1? vdb xx dt j n2 pp-f d n2 vvi p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f n2, n2, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2? cs pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg dt d np1 cc np1, vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
881 and of a Godly conversation, but not in their Church-way, they cannot know him in any Christian relation; and of a Godly Conversation, but not in their Churchway, they cannot know him in any Christian Relation; cc pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp xx p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp d njp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
882 but can oppose to him a member of their private a••sembly, by the name of brother such an one —, but can oppose to him a member of their private a••sembly, by the name of brother such an one —, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 d dt crd —, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
883 as if the other were no brother. as if the other were no brother. c-acp cs dt n-jn vbdr av-dx n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
884 Nay further, do not they decline communion with the baptized even such whom they cannot charge with any visible prophanenesse, Nay further, do not they decline communion with the baptised even such whom they cannot charge with any visible profaneness, uh-x av-jc, vdb xx pns32 vvi n1 p-acp dt j-vvn av d r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
885 and against whom the Church never proceeded in censure? Hence they withdraw themselves from publique assemblies in their speciall administration of Church priviledges, denominate thems•lves the Church, and decline all Church actions towards such as come not into their Church-wayes; though their Pastors will possesse the places, and against whom the Church never proceeded in censure? Hence they withdraw themselves from public assemblies in their special administration of Church privileges, denominate thems•lves the Church, and decline all Church actions towards such as come not into their Church ways; though their Pastors will possess the places, cc p-acp ro-crq dt n1 av-x vvd p-acp n1? av pns32 vvb px32 p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f n1 n2, j-vvn n2 dt n1, cc vvi d n1 n2 p-acp d c-acp vvb xx p-acp po32 n2; cs po32 ng1 vmb vvi dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
886 and make a shift to compell the (late cried down) parochial maintenance, yet of the people in common they take no charge: and make a shift to compel the (late cried down) parochial maintenance, yet of the people in Common they take no charge: cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt (av-j vvn a-acp) j n1, av pp-f dt n1 p-acp j pns32 vvb dx n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
887 Brethren will not own them as objects of first or second admonition; Brothers will not own them as objects of First or second admonition; n2 vmb xx vvi pno32 c-acp n2 pp-f ord cc ord n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
888 Pastors will neither admit to the Lords table the unblameable parents, nor baptize or catechize their Children, Pastors will neither admit to the lords table the unblameable Parents, nor baptise or catechise their Children, ng1 vmb av-d vvi p-acp dt n2 n1 dt j-u n2, ccx vvi cc vvi po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
889 nor exercise any act of discipline towards the disorderly, in order to their conviction and salvation; nor exercise any act of discipline towards the disorderly, in order to their conviction and salvation; ccx vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
890 but in all things so demeane themselves towards the baptized as men without the pale of the Church, meere heathen, but in all things so demean themselves towards the baptised as men without the pale of the Church, mere heathen, cc-acp p-acp d n2 av vvi px32 p-acp dt j-vvn c-acp n2 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, j n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
891 for Church ministrations are as much reserved from them, as from such who never yet had holinesse stamped on them: for Church ministrations Are as much reserved from them, as from such who never yet had holiness stamped on them: p-acp n1 n2 vbr a-acp av-d vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp d r-crq av-x av vhd n1 vvn p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
892 And if any doe incline to associate with them in the holy things of God, they must bee admitted Members, and enter at the door of a Church-Covenant or mutuall agreement among themselves and declaration of the worke of Grace upon their hearts, And if any do incline to associate with them in the holy things of God, they must be admitted Members, and enter At the door of a Church-covenant or mutual agreement among themselves and declaration of the work of Grace upon their hearts, cc cs d vdb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp px32 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
893 and their experiences of God, which these Congregational-men have set up. and their experiences of God, which these congregational-men have Set up. cc po32 n2 pp-f np1, r-crq d n2 vhb vvn a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
894 If this dialect and deportment doe not declare that liberty of accesse to God, in the assemblies of his people is denied to the baptized, I know not how to judge it: If this dialect and deportment do not declare that liberty of access to God, in the assemblies of his people is denied to the baptised, I know not how to judge it: cs d n1 cc n1 vdb xx vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
895 And how this will consist with the nature, use and end of Baptisme, I cannot discern. And how this will consist with the nature, use and end of Baptism, I cannot discern. cc c-crq d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb cc n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmbx vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
896 If by the washing of water, we were sanctified, how were we prophaned and again laid common? I never yet could understand any divine rejection; If by the washing of water, we were sanctified, how were we Profaned and again laid Common? I never yet could understand any divine rejection; cs p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, pns12 vbdr vvn, c-crq vbdr pns12 vvn cc av vvd j? pns11 av-x av vmd vvi d j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
897 I am sure it is much contrarie to Gods wonted method and patience, to cast off a people adhering to him, I am sure it is much contrary to God's wonted method and patience, to cast off a people adhering to him, pns11 vbm j pn31 vbz d n-jn p-acp ng1 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
898 though subject to many aberrations and vile actions towards him; and the extraordinarie pleasure of God is yet to be manifested: though Subject to many aberrations and vile actions towards him; and the extraordinary pleasure of God is yet to be manifested: cs j-jn p-acp d n2 cc j n2 p-acp pno31; cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
899 And if God count us holy, and continue the libertie of our access to him in his Ordinance, they must produce a good commission that shall cast us out, as prophane and unclean, if they expect we should be therewithall contented. And if God count us holy, and continue the liberty of our access to him in his Ordinance, they must produce a good commission that shall cast us out, as profane and unclean, if they expect we should be therewithal contented. cc cs np1 vvb pno12 j, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 cst vmb vvi pno12 av, c-acp j cc j, cs pns32 vvb pns12 vmd vbi av vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
900 If Baptisme doe incorporate into the Church of God, doth it not intitle to all the priviledges of the Church, If Baptism do incorporate into the Church of God, does it not entitle to all the privileges of the Church, cs n1 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz pn31 xx vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
901 and binde us to use them, and the Church to allow us the use of them, according to our capacitie? If we are baptized into one bodie, have we not the same relation to them that others have? Are we not all of one familie, members of one bodie, and bind us to use them, and the Church to allow us the use of them, according to our capacity? If we Are baptised into one body, have we not the same Relation to them that Others have? are we not all of one family, members of one body, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvg p-acp po12 n1? cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp crd n1, vhb pns12 xx dt d n1 p-acp pno32 cst n2-jn vhb? vbr pns12 xx d pp-f crd n1, n2 pp-f crd n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
902 and brethren, sonnes of the same father? Ought not all the Church to be the Pastors charge? Is not the rebuke of the disorderly his duty, and brothers, Sons of the same father? Ought not all the Church to be the Pastors charge? Is not the rebuke of the disorderly his duty, cc n2, n2 pp-f dt d n1? vmd xx d dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt ng1 n1? vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
903 as well as his encouragement of the orderly? Doth not Baptisme so knit us one unto another, that we are bound to watch over one another, as well as his encouragement of the orderly? Does not Baptism so knit us one unto Another, that we Are bound to watch over one Another, c-acp av c-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt j? vdz xx n1 av vvn pno12 crd p-acp n-jn, cst pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
904 and doe all brotherly duties? Why else doth the Apostle make it an argument, there is one Baptisme, Ephes. 4. we are all baptized into one bodie. and do all brotherly duties? Why Else does the Apostle make it an argument, there is one Baptism, Ephesians 4. we Are all baptised into one body. cc vdb d j n2? uh-crq av vdz dt n1 vvi pn31 dt n1, pc-acp vbz crd n1, np1 crd pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
905 I would fain know of what use Baptisme is to them: I would fain know of what use Baptism is to them: pns11 vmd av-j vvi pp-f r-crq n1 n1 vbz p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
906 is it not the same to others baptized? To count the baptized dogges, men without, to disown their brotherhood, and the like, must needs denie that Baptisme is the dore of admission into the Church, is it not the same to Others baptised? To count the baptised Dogs, men without, to disown their brotherhood, and the like, must needs deny that Baptism is the door of admission into the Church, vbz pn31 xx dt d p-acp n2-jn j-vvn? p-acp n1 dt j-vvn n2, n2 p-acp, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc dt j, vmb av vvi d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
907 and yet this in terms they will not say, though they carrie towards them as without, and call them to be members of the Church, who are members of the Church on as good a ground and as cleer a method as themselves: and yet this in terms they will not say, though they carry towards them as without, and call them to be members of the Church, who Are members of the Church on as good a ground and as clear a method as themselves: cc av d p-acp n2 pns32 vmb xx vvi, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 a-acp p-acp, cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 a-acp p-acp j dt n1 cc p-acp j dt n1 p-acp px32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
908 If this be not a solecisme in Christianitie, I know not how to make any. If this be not a solecism in Christianity, I know not how to make any. cs d vbb xx dt n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
909 As for their admission into the Church by Covenant, Agreement, or profession, it is cleerly without Scripture, prescription, or primitive president, that ever I could yet finde: As for their admission into the Church by Covenant, Agreement, or profession, it is clearly without Scripture, prescription, or primitive president, that ever I could yet find: p-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp n1, n1, cc j n1, cst av pns11 vmd av vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
910 and I can deem it no other than an inhumane invention (if I may not call superstition, the countenance of which it bears in my eye, and I can deem it not other than an inhumane invention (if I may not call Superstition, the countenance of which it bears in my eye, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 xx j-jn cs dt j n1 (cs pns11 vmb xx vvi n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
911 whilest it stands in the place of Baptisme, & is made the only way of consecration unto Church communion, whereby it plainly supplants Gods Ordinance.) These things I note, whilst it Stands in the place of Baptism, & is made the only Way of consecration unto Church communion, whereby it plainly supplants God's Ordinance.) These things I note, cs pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 n1, c-crq pn31 av-j vvz npg1 n1.) np1 n2 pns11 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
912 but cannot stand to debate, intending a reproof, not dispute, and to let men see the sinfulness of this sacred way of independencie, and gathering of Churches out of Churches, but cannot stand to debate, intending a reproof, not dispute, and to let men see the sinfulness of this sacred Way of independency, and gathering of Churches out of Churches, cc-acp vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi, vvg dt n1, xx vvi, cc pc-acp vvi n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg pp-f n2 av pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
913 whilest it stands guilty of a contempt of Gods way of access unto him, and admission into his Church of censorious uncharitableness towards their brethren invested with the reason of relation to the Lords people, and constitution of Church membership, in a way of meer humane invention. whilst it Stands guilty of a contempt of God's Way of access unto him, and admission into his Church of censorious uncharitableness towards their brothers invested with the reason of Relation to the lords people, and constitution of Church membership, in a Way of mere humane invention. cs pn31 vvz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
914 I confesse I have heard it often noted, that the difference between Independents and others, is not so much as to maintain an irreconcileable distance: and I say so too: I confess I have herd it often noted, that the difference between Independents and Others, is not so much as to maintain an Irreconcilable distance: and I say so too: pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn pn31 av vvn, cst dt n1 p-acp n2-jn cc n2-jn, vbz xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1: cc pns11 vvb av av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
915 I could wish they were more friendliely united. I could wish they were more friendliely united. pns11 vmd vvi pns32 vbdr av-dc av-j vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
916 As to the single point of Discipline, they shall have my consent for a brotherly toleration of its exercise, till they are weary of it. As to the single point of Discipline, they shall have my consent for a brotherly toleration of its exercise, till they Are weary of it. p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vhi po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
917 But as for their separation from the Churches of Jesus Christ, self congregation into a Church, But as for their separation from the Churches of jesus christ, self congregation into a Church, cc-acp c-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
918 and seclusion of baptized souls, from sacred Ordinances, and the like, they seem to me so repugnant to truth and order, and seclusion of baptised Souls, from sacred Ordinances, and the like, they seem to me so repugnant to truth and order, cc n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp j n2, cc dt j, pns32 vvb p-acp pno11 av j p-acp n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
919 and ruinous to Gods Church and Ordinances, that I cannot, without sinne, but stand a professed enemie thereunto. and ruinous to God's Church and Ordinances, that I cannot, without sin, but stand a professed enemy thereunto. cc j p-acp ng1 n1 cc n2, cst pns11 vmbx, p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb dt j-vvn n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
920 Let not men think that I allow the prophaneness of Christians, because I alledge their interest in the cōmon administration of the Covenant; Let not men think that I allow the profaneness of Christians, Because I allege their Interest in the Common administration of the Covenant; vvb xx n2 vvi cst pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns11 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
921 or that I think their enjoyment may not be interrupted, because I cannot consent their interest be denied them. or that I think their enjoyment may not be interrupted, Because I cannot consent their Interest be denied them. cc cst pns11 vvb po32 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi po32 n1 vbb vvn pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
922 I have learned to distinguish between right and possession; and where the one is cleer, the other may be justly sometimes with held. I have learned to distinguish between right and possession; and where the one is clear, the other may be justly sometime with held. pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn cc n1; cc c-crq dt pi vbz j, dt n-jn vmb vbi av-j av p-acp vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
923 I well know prophane Christians are unseemly Saints, yet Saints; scandalous Disciples, yet Disciples; disorderly Brethren, I well know profane Christians Are unseemly Saints, yet Saints; scandalous Disciples, yet Disciples; disorderly Brothers, pns11 av vvb j np1 vbr j n2, av n2; j n2, av n2; j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
924 yet Brethren; vessels of dishonour, yet vessels in the same house to the Masters use. That Church members be for a time suspended from particular priviledges, may be admitted; yet Brothers; vessels of dishonour, yet vessels in the same house to the Masters use. That Church members be for a time suspended from particular privileges, may be admitted; av n2; n2 pp-f n1, av n2 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. cst n1 n2 vbb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp j n2, vmb vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
925 but at private brethrens pleasure to be sleighted, as no members, is not to be endured. but At private Brothers' pleasure to be sleighted, as no members, is not to be endured. cc-acp p-acp j ng2 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp dx n2, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
926 That obstinate incurable members be cut off, is the Church her duty; That obstinate incurable members be Cut off, is the Church her duty; cst j j n2 vbb vvn a-acp, vbz dt n1 po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
927 but that the Church be cast off, is the congregational impietie? Is there baptized persons in works, denying the God they profess? Is there a brother, a drunkard, but that the Church be cast off, is the congregational impiety? Is there baptised Persons in works, denying the God they profess? Is there a brother, a drunkard, cc-acp cst dt n1 vbb vvn a-acp, vbz dt j n1? vbz a-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp n2, vvg dt n1 pns32 vvb? vbz pc-acp dt n1, dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
928 an adulterer, and the like? Doth not Baptisme appropriate them to the private admonition of particular brethren, an adulterer, and the like? Does not Baptism Appropriate them to the private admonition of particular brothers, dt n1, cc dt j? vdz xx n1 vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
929 and publique inspection of Church officers? Is not the delivering them to Satan, for the buffeting of the flesh, that the soul may be saved, their priviledge by Baptisme? If these holy men would talk of correcting, casting out, cutting off disorderly baptized souls, it would sound well in my •ares; and public inspection of Church Officers? Is not the delivering them to Satan, for the buffeting of the Flesh, that the soul may be saved, their privilege by Baptism? If these holy men would talk of correcting, casting out, cutting off disorderly baptised Souls, it would found well in my •ares; cc j n1 pp-f n1 n2? vbz xx dt vvg pno32 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, po32 n1 p-acp n1? cs d j n2 vmd vvi pp-f vvg, vvg av, vvg a-acp av-j j-vvn n2, pn31 vmd vvi av p-acp po11 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
930 but to talk of gathering Churches, coming into Churchway, admission of members, and the like, amongst those that bears holiness in their flesh, but to talk of gathering Churches, coming into Churchway, admission of members, and the like, among those that bears holiness in their Flesh, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg n2, vvg p-acp j, n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j, p-acp d cst vvz n1 p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
931 and have on them the qualification of access to God, sounds so harshly in my eares, that I cannot but abhor it, and have on them the qualification of access to God, sounds so harshly in my ears, that I cannot but abhor it, cc vhb p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvz av av-j p-acp po11 n2, cst pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
932 as inconsistent with the nature of Baptisme, exposing it to contempt, making it of no effect, endangering the subversion of the Church, as inconsistent with the nature of Baptism, exposing it to contempt, making it of no Effect, endangering the subversion of the Church, c-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg pn31 p-acp n1, vvg pn31 pp-f dx n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
933 and the ushering in of Paganisme, whilest the baptized finde themselves rejected, and not looked after, and the ushering in of Paganism, whilst the baptised find themselves rejected, and not looked After, cc dt vvg p-acp pp-f n1, cs dt j-vvn vvb px32 vvn, cc xx vvn a-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
934 as of any relation to God; as of any Relation to God; c-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
935 they cannot but resigne up themselves to their own lusts, & run into an ignorance of, and estrangedness to God. they cannot but resign up themselves to their own Lustiest, & run into an ignorance of, and estrangedness to God. pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi a-acp px32 p-acp po32 d n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
936 It seems to me a most just plea, that is made by Christians in common. It seems to me a most just plea, that is made by Christians in Common. pn31 vvz p-acp pno11 dt av-ds j n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
937 Were we baptized? why are we disowned, as to relation to God and his Church, Were we baptised? why Are we disowned, as to Relation to God and his Church, np1 pns12 vvn? q-crq vbr pns12 vvn, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
938 and cast out of all the care of the Church, as if we were thereunto strangers? If the seal of God be on us, and cast out of all the care of the Church, as if we were thereunto Strangers? If the seal of God be on us, cc vvd av pp-f d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr av n2? cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
939 why doe our bre•hren lift up themselves above us, and engross to themselves the titles, termes, priviledges, that belong in common to all baptized souls? If we walk unworthy our relation, we are willing to be corrected; why do our bre•hren lift up themselves above us, and engross to themselves the titles, terms, privileges, that belong in Common to all baptised Souls? If we walk unworthy our Relation, we Are willing to be corrected; q-crq vdb po12 n2 vvi a-acp px32 p-acp pno12, cc vvi p-acp px32 dt n2, n2, n2, cst vvb p-acp j p-acp d j-vvn n2? cs pns12 vvb j po12 n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
940 but must we needs lose our interest and be thrust out of our fathers inheritance by our brethren, our forfei•ure never being judicially exacted. but must we needs loose our Interest and be thrust out of our Father's inheritance by our brothers, our forfei•ure never being judicially exacted. cc-acp vmb pns12 av vvb po12 n1 cc vbi vvn av pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po12 n2, po12 n1 av vbg av-j vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
941 Gods Ordinances we could bear, though never so cross to our nature, because thereunto we are bound by our Baptism; God's Ordinances we could bear, though never so cross to our nature, Because thereunto we Are bound by our Baptism; npg1 n2 pns12 vmd vvi, cs av-x av j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
942 but the new wayes pursued by our brethren, and to us proposed, are grievous to us, but the new ways pursued by our brothers, and to us proposed, Are grievous to us, cc-acp dt j n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp pno12 vvn, vbr j p-acp pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
943 because we finde them not in the grand Charter of our priviledge; Because we find them not in the grand Charter of our privilege; c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
944 willingly we would walk with God in duty, and draw nigh to him in the assemblies of his people, willingly we would walk with God in duty, and draw High to him in the assemblies of his people, av-j pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
945 for that we are thereunto consecrated; for that we Are thereunto consecrated; c-acp cst pns12 vbr av vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
946 but herein we are debarred, and driven at a distance, as if Doggs, not Children, Heathens, not Christians, Aliens to the Covenant, not Heirs of Grace. but herein we Are debarred, and driven At a distance, as if Dogs, not Children, heathens, not Christians, Aliens to the Covenant, not Heirs of Grace. cc-acp av pns12 vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs n2, xx n2, n2-jn, xx np1, n2-jn p-acp dt n1, xx n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
947 If we goe astray, we think those that are set over ought to seek us as sheep, not suffer us to wander as goats. If we go astray, we think those that Are Set over ought to seek us as sheep, not suffer us to wander as Goats. cs pns12 vvb av, pns12 vvb d cst vbr vvn p-acp pi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
948 We have cause to complain, that our Shepheards feed themselves, not the flock; they feed the flock, and clothe them with the wooll; We have cause to complain, that our Shepherds feed themselves, not the flock; they feed the flock, and cloth them with the wool; pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po12 n2 vvb px32, xx dt n1; pns32 vvb dt n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
949 kill the fat, but feed not the sheep: kill the fat, but feed not the sheep: vvb dt j, cc-acp vvb xx dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
950 The weak they have not strengthned, the sick they have not healed, nor have they sought that which was lost, The weak they have not strengthened, the sick they have not healed, nor have they sought that which was lost, dt j pns32 vhb xx vvn, dt j pns32 vhb xx vvn, ccx vhb pns32 vvd d r-crq vbds vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
951 nor brought again, that which was driven away; but with crueltie and rigor have they ruled us: nor brought again, that which was driven away; but with cruelty and rigor have they ruled us: ccx vvd av, cst r-crq vbds vvn av; cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vhb pns32 vvn pno12: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
952 We were scattered without a shepheard; and when we were dispersed, every beast of the field devoured us: We were scattered without a shepherd; and when we were dispersed, every beast of the field devoured us: pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1; cc c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn, d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn pno12: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
953 We were sheep, though wandring upon every high hill and mountain: Gods flock, though scattered through the earth, and none sought after us. We were sheep, though wandering upon every high hill and mountain: God's flock, though scattered through the earth, and none sought After us. pns12 vbdr n1, c-acp vvg p-acp d j n1 cc n1: npg1 n1, cs vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pix vvd p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
954 If the Lord Jesus subscribe and accept not this complaint as just and good, I know nothing of Gospel method or order. If the Lord jesus subscribe and accept not this complaint as just and good, I know nothing of Gospel method or order. cs dt n1 np1 vvi cc vvb xx d n1 c-acp j cc j, pns11 vvb pix pp-f n1 n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 28
955 Thus then I have noted the vanitie and vileness of those, whose carriage contradicts the nature of Baptisme, Thus then I have noted the vanity and vileness of those, whose carriage contradicts the nature of Baptism, av av pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, rg-crq n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 28
956 and bespeaks them insensible of it, as an especial qualification for confidence in access to God in the assemblies of his people. and bespeaks them insensible of it, as an especial qualification for confidence in access to God in the assemblies of his people. cc vvz pno32 j pp-f pn31, c-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 28
957 The third and last use of this Doctrine, is by way of exhortation unto two especial duties. The third and last use of this Doctrine, is by Way of exhortation unto two especial duties. dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f d n1, vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 28
958 First, Acquaint we our selves with the holy nature of Baptisme. First, Acquaint we our selves with the holy nature of Baptism. ord, vvb pns12 po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 28
959 Secondly, Act we the course of our lives and carriage, as those whose bodies are washed with pure water. Secondly, Act we the course of our lives and carriage, as those whose bodies Are washed with pure water. ord, n1 pns12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n1, c-acp d rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 28
960 Of these give me leave to speake a word in their order, and first of the first. Of these give me leave to speak a word in their order, and First of the First. pp-f d vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc ord pp-f dt ord. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 28
961 Acquaint we our selves with the holy nature of Baptisme Understand its end, use, and effects: Acquaint we our selves with the holy nature of Baptism Understand its end, use, and effects: vvb pns12 po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvb po31 n1, vvb, cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
962 Labour we to know the holiness it stamps on any, the priviledges it confers; Labour we to know the holiness it stamps on any, the privileges it confers; vvb pns12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp d, dt n2 pn31 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
963 and how it confers them, see the divine institution enforcing the duty of subjection to it, and how it confers them, see the divine Institution enforcing the duty of subjection to it, cc c-crq pn31 vvz pno32, vvb dt j-jn n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
964 and the dignitie received by it. Ignorance is the Nurserie of Error, and Guard of all Prophaneness: and the dignity received by it. Ignorance is the Nursery of Error, and Guard of all Profaneness: cc dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
965 All those O•dinance degrading, and vilifying notions that are conceived in mens mindes, blasphemies belched out of their mouthes, All those O•dinance degrading, and vilifying notions that Are conceived in men's minds, Blasphemies belched out of their mouths, d d n1 vvg, cc j-vvg n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp ng2 n2, n2 vvn av pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
966 and contemptible carriage under and towards Baptisme and the baptized, which we have before taxed, are no other than the mists and filthie fogs of a blinde mind, to be dispersed by a right apprehension of the holy nature thereof. and contemptible carriage under and towards Baptism and the baptised, which we have before taxed, Are no other than the mists and filthy fogs of a blind mind, to be dispersed by a right apprehension of the holy nature thereof. cc j n1 p-acp cc p-acp n1 cc dt j-vvn, r-crq pns12 vhb a-acp vvn, vbr dx n-jn cs dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
967 Ignorance is noted in Scripture as the ground of Is•aels impiety: Ignorance is noted in Scripture as the ground of Is•aels impiety: n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
968 very often doth God complain, they know not me, and are a people who will not understand; very often does God complain, they know not me, and Are a people who will not understand; av av vdz np1 vvi, pns32 vvb xx pno11, cc vbr dt n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
969 my people perish for lack of knowledge. Knowledge is the propounded cure of all prophaneness and contempt of holy things: my people perish for lack of knowledge. Knowledge is the propounded cure of all profaneness and contempt of holy things: po11 n1 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1. n1 vbz dt vvn n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
970 it is the principle of Regeneration to be renewed in the spirit of the minde. it is the principle of Regeneration to be renewed in the Spirit of the mind. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
971 Our Saviour corrects the prophanation of the Temple by an, it is written, my house shall be called, Our Saviour corrects the profanation of the Temple by an, it is written, my house shall be called, po12 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt, pn31 vbz vvn, po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
972 an house of prayer, and dispels all rude traditions, which made the Law of God of none effect, by an exposition of the Law: an house of prayer, and dispels all rude traditions, which made the Law of God of none Effect, by an exposition of the Law: dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz d j n2, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f pi n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
973 And the Apostle corrects the prophane use of the Lords Supper, by explaining the nature, form, and use thereof; And the Apostle corrects the profane use of the lords Supper, by explaining the nature, from, and use thereof; cc dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, p-acp vvg dt n1, n1, cc vvi av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
974 telling them sometime, this is not to eat the Lords Supper; telling them sometime, this is not to eat the lords Supper; vvg pno32 av, d vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
975 and other times pointing to the Ordinance, by a, The Cup of blessing which we bless, is the Communion; and other times pointing to the Ordinance, by a, The Cup of blessing which we bless, is the Communion; cc j-jn n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp av, dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, vbz dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
976 and an, I received from the Lord, what I delivered unto you. and nias, I received from the Lord, what I Delivered unto you. cc zz, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pn22. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
977 The same is to be the cure of the prophaneness of every Ordinance of God, (viz.) the understanding of its use and nature. The same is to be the cure of the profaneness of every Ordinance of God, (viz.) the understanding of its use and nature. dt d vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, (n1) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
978 They that know not the benefit of a Denison of England, or a Freeman of London, must needs disesteem, disregard, and despise the priviledges thereof. They that know not the benefit of a Denison of England, or a Freeman of London, must needs disesteem, disregard, and despise the privileges thereof. pns32 cst vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt zz pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb av vvb, n1, cc vvi dt n2 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
979 Is it any marvel to hear men speak, and see men carry contemptibly towards a sealed parchment, whose use and nature he doth not understand; Is it any marvel to hear men speak, and see men carry contemptibly towards a sealed parchment, whose use and nature he does not understand; vbz pn31 d n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvi, cc vvi n2 vvi av-j p-acp dt j-vvn n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vdz xx vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
980 but such as know thereof the use and value, will purchase them at a dear rate, but such as know thereof the use and valve, will purchase them At a dear rate, cc-acp d c-acp vvb av dt n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
981 and prise them above many things simply, and in themselves more considerable. and prize them above many things simply, and in themselves more considerable. cc vvb pno32 p-acp d n2 av-j, cc p-acp px32 av-dc j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
982 In a word, I must say, if men knew that Gods image and authority was set on Baptisme, they would not dare to despise its simplicity and meanness: In a word, I must say, if men knew that God's image and Authority was Set on Baptism, they would not Dare to despise its simplicity and meanness: p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi, cs n2 vvd cst ng1 n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
983 If they understood it to be the dore of admission into the Church, incorporation into Christs body, If they understood it to be the door of admission into the Church, incorporation into Christ body, cs pns32 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
984 and method of matriculation into the houshold of faith, they could never scorn it, or sit indifferent to it; and method of matriculation into the household of faith, they could never scorn it, or fit indifferent to it; cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd av-x vvi pn31, cc vvb j p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
985 but must see, as ever they will put on Christ Jesus and be united to his body, they must be baptized; but must see, as ever they will put on christ jesus and be united to his body, they must be baptised; cc-acp vmb vvi, c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 np1 cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
986 nay further, such as are sensibly affected with it as a seal of the Covenant of Grace and so ground of faith, nay further, such as Are sensibly affected with it as a seal of the Covenant of Grace and so ground of faith, uh-x av-jc, d c-acp vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc av n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
987 as a sacred qualification of approach to God, without which we may not come nigh unto him; as a sacred qualification of approach to God, without which we may not come High unto him; c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi av-j p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
988 and as the ordained Ark of Salvation, wherby we stand separated from the world unto so great advantages, he could not but set on it an high esteem, rejoycing in his Baptisme, blessing God for such distinguishing grace, and as the ordained Ark of Salvation, whereby we stand separated from the world unto so great advantages, he could not but Set on it an high esteem, rejoicing in his Baptism, blessing God for such distinguishing grace, cc c-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp av j n2, pns31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 dt j n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1, n1 np1 p-acp d j-vvg n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
989 and thankfully improve the same to his encour•g•ment in, and ingagement unto duty. and thankfully improve the same to his encour•g•ment in, and engagement unto duty. cc av-j vvi dt d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
990 Let it therefore be your care with all diligence, to studie the nature of the Ordinance, Let it Therefore be your care with all diligence, to study the nature of the Ordinance, vvb pn31 av vbi po22 n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
991 and understand its use, vertue and value; and understand its use, virtue and valve; cc vvi po31 n1, n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
992 that by ignorance you lose not its effects, or be led into erronious notions, luke-warm affections to, that by ignorance you loose not its effects, or be led into erroneous notions, lukewarm affections to, cst p-acp n1 pn22 vvb xx po31 n2, cc vbi vvn p-acp j n2, j n2 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
993 and prophane expressions towards so holy and necessary an Ordinance. and profane expressions towards so holy and necessary an Ordinance. cc j n2 p-acp av j cc j dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 28
994 The second exhortation is, To act our conversation, as sensible, that the body washed with pure water, must qualifie us with confidence in access to God. The second exhortation is, To act our Conversation, as sensible, that the body washed with pure water, must qualify us with confidence in access to God. dt ord n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi po12 n1, c-acp j, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 28
995 Let your knowledge of the right use and nature of Baptisme appear in your lives and carriage under and towards so holy an Ordinance: Let your knowledge of the right use and nature of Baptism appear in your lives and carriage under and towards so holy an Ordinance: vvb po22 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp po22 n2 cc n1 p-acp cc p-acp av j dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 28
996 Take heed of prophaning holy things, disesteeming high priviledges, and contemning special grounds of faith and priviledges of grace: and more particularly, 1. Direct. Take heed of profaning holy things, disesteeming high privileges, and contemning special grounds of faith and privileges of grace: and more particularly, 1. Direct. vvb n1 pp-f vvg j n2, vvg j n2, cc vvg j n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1: cc av-dc av-j, crd j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 28
997 Admit not men into communion with the Church in other Ordinances and acts of worship, that have not been baptized. Admit not men into communion with the Church in other Ordinances and acts of worship, that have not been baptised. vvb xx n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cst vhb xx vbn vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
998 Let them enter at the right dore, that receive Gods alms: Call not them the Lords people, who weare not the Lords livery: Let them enter At the right door, that receive God's alms: Call not them the lords people, who wear not the lords livery: vvb pno32 vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vvb n2 n2: vvb xx pno32 dt n2 n1, r-crq vbdr xx dt n2 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
999 communicate not the priviledges of the Saints, with them who stand Aliens & Strangers to the Common-wealth of Israel: communicate not the privileges of the Saints, with them who stand Aliens & Strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel: vvb xx dt n2 pp-f dt n2, p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1000 Let not them approach the presence of an holy God, who were never sanctified by the washing of water by the word: Let not them approach the presence of an holy God, who were never sanctified by the washing of water by the word: vvb xx pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vbdr av-x vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1001 And in a word, take heed of running into the abhomination of bringing into Gods Sanctuary, the unbaptized in flesh: And in a word, take heed of running into the abomination of bringing into God's Sanctuary, the unbaptized in Flesh: cc p-acp dt n1, vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp npg1 n1, dt j-vvn p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1002 Invert not Gods order and the Gospel method of approach to God. These might have seemed needless exhortations heretofore, but now doe not; Invert not God's order and the Gospel method of approach to God. These might have seemed needless exhortations heretofore, but now do not; vvb xx npg1 n1 cc dt n1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. np1 vmd vhi vvd j n2 av, cc-acp av vdb xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1003 for that many in the midst of us doe not onely disown their own baptisme, but bring up their Issue unbaptized: for that many in the midst of us do not only disown their own Baptism, but bring up their Issue unbaptized: c-acp cst d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12 vdb xx av-j vvi po32 d n1, cc-acp vvb a-acp po32 n1 vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1004 And great is the present, and greater will be the future danger of admitting to sit at the Lords table, such as never were baptized. And great is the present, and greater will be the future danger of admitting to fit At the lords table, such as never were baptised. cc j vbz dt j, cc jc vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1, d c-acp av-x vbdr vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1005 I could heartily wish we could keep a Register of the unbaptized, as we doe of the baptized: I could heartily wish we could keep a Register of the unbaptized, as we do of the baptised: pns11 vmd av-j vvi pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, c-acp pns12 vdb pp-f dt j-vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1006 However, let the administrators of holy things, make it their first enquiry, Were you baptized? and take heed they pollute not Gods Sanctuarie, by admitting thereunto the men whose bodies were not washed with pure water. However, let the administrators of holy things, make it their First enquiry, Were you baptised? and take heed they pollute not God's Sanctuary, by admitting thereunto the men whose bodies were not washed with pure water. c-acp, vvb dt n2 pp-f j n2, vvb pn31 po32 ord n1, vbdr pn22 vvn? cc vvb n1 pns32 vvi xx npg1 n1, p-acp vvg av dt n2 rg-crq n2 vbdr xx vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1007 Be not deceived with a pretence of reall grace; Be not deceived with a pretence of real grace; vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1008 for grace must needs be pretended, where any of Gods Ordinances are despised and Christs prescribed order is neglected; for grace must needs be pretended, where any of God's Ordinances Are despised and Christ prescribed order is neglected; p-acp n1 vmb av vbi vvn, c-crq d pp-f npg1 n2 vbr vvn cc npg1 vvn n1 vbz vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1009 but if it were reall, it is not the Churches guide, who cannot know it: but if it were real, it is not the Churches guide, who cannot know it: cc-acp cs pn31 vbdr j, pn31 vbz xx dt ng1 n1, r-crq vmbx vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1010 Outward qualifications must be their direction, and Gospel order in peoples approach to God, is their charge, and must be their care. 2. Direct. Outward qualifications must be their direction, and Gospel order in peoples approach to God, is their charge, and must be their care. 2. Direct. j n2 vmb vbi po32 n1, cc n1 n1 p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp np1, vbz po32 n1, cc vmb vbi po32 n1. crd j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 28
1011 Attend with reverence and affection, the administration of Baptisme unto others. Turn not your backs on so holy an Ordinance and eminent action; Attend with Reverence and affection, the administration of Baptism unto Others. Turn not your backs on so holy an Ordinance and eminent actium; vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn. vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp av j dt n1 cc j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1012 but consider it is an act of worship, and Ordinance of God, as well as preaching or prayer; but Consider it is an act of worship, and Ordinance of God, as well as preaching or prayer; cc-acp vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av c-acp vvg cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1013 and our attendance on all acts of Religion, is duty; and our attendance on all acts of Religion, is duty; cc po12 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, vbz n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1014 it is a solemn and sacred action, separating persons unto God, sanctifying them for God, stamping upon men holiness to the Lord, setting them as members of Church, the body of Christ, it is a solemn and sacred actium, separating Persons unto God, sanctifying them for God, stamping upon men holiness to the Lord, setting them as members of Church, the body of christ, pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, n-vvg n2 p-acp np1, vvg pno32 p-acp np1, vvg p-acp n2 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1015 and solemnly dedicating them to the service of Father, Sonne, and holy Ghost. and solemnly dedicating them to the service of Father, Son, and holy Ghost. cc av-j j-vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1016 And doth not this call for the attendance of all the Lords people? Shall not the worth of union with Christs Church, And does not this call for the attendance of all the lords people? Shall not the worth of Union with Christ Church, cc vdz xx d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 n1? vmb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1017 and consecration to God, be witnessed to be of weight by the reverent attendance of the assemblie? Are not all concerned in, and consecration to God, be witnessed to be of weight by the reverend attendance of the assembly? are not all concerned in, cc n1 p-acp np1, vbb vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? vbr xx d vvn p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1018 and to be edified by the Ordinance, and shall they sleight it, and turn back on it? Consider the reproof of the guilt of such neglect: and to be edified by the Ordinance, and shall they sleight it, and turn back on it? Consider the reproof of the guilt of such neglect: cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vmb pns32 vvb pn31, cc vvb av p-acp pn31? np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1019 let it quicken you to duty: let it quicken you to duty: vvb pn31 vvi pn22 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1020 let your presence at, and reverence in the administration of Baptisme, bespeak your sense of its sacred nature and sanctifying use; let your presence At, and Reverence in the administration of Baptism, bespeak your sense of its sacred nature and sanctifying use; vvb po22 n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb po22 n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1021 making a Church Ordinance privat by confining it to your houses, or running from its administration in the publique place, must needs be the result of low th•ughts Cland•stine Baptism, is the cloud of Baptisme; making a Church Ordinance private by confining it to your houses, or running from its administration in the public place, must needs be the result of low th•ughts Cland•stine Baptism, is the cloud of Baptism; vvg dt n1 n1 j p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f j n2 j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1022 and the rude out-•unning that Ordinance, runs it into cont•mpt; be witnesses of their incorporation with whom you must live in communion in Gods Ordinances. 3. Direction. and the rude out-•unning that Ordinance, runs it into cont•mpt; be Witnesses of their incorporation with whom you must live in communion in God's Ordinances. 3. Direction. cc dt j j cst n1, vvz pn31 p-acp n1; vbb n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n2. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 28
1023 Argue your Baptisme to your engagement to, and encouragement in drawing nigh to God. Argue your Baptism to your engagement to, and encouragement in drawing High to God. vvb po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1024 Your bodies are washed with pure water, provoke your spirits to draw nigh in the assurance of faith: Your bodies Are washed with pure water, provoke your spirits to draw High in the assurance of faith: po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1, vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1025 Consider that by your baptisme, you are singled out of the world, and set in a capacity of Salvation: Consider that by your Baptism, you Are singled out of the world, and Set in a capacity of Salvation: vvb cst p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1026 You are placed in the Ark; You Are placed in the Ark; pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1027 will you perish in the common deluge of mankinde? You are sanctified unto God by the washing of water; will you perish in the Common deluge of mankind? You Are sanctified unto God by the washing of water; vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1? pn22 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1028 will you stand at a distance from God, as strangers to him? You are in the order of his own appointment, suited for divine society; will you stand At a distance from God, as Strangers to him? You Are in the order of his own appointment, suited for divine society; vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp n2 p-acp pno31? pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvn p-acp j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1029 will you live as without God, without hope in the world? You are the sealed sonnes and subjects of the covenant; will you live as without God, without hope in the world? You Are the sealed Sons and subject's of the Covenant; vmb pn22 vvi a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1? pn22 vbr dt j-vvn n2 cc n2-jn pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1030 and will you pass away your time as Bankrupts, that possess nothing? You have put on Jesus Christ his livery; and will you pass away your time as bankrupts, that possess nothing? You have put on jesus christ his livery; cc vmb pn22 vvi av po22 n1 c-acp n2-jn, cst vvb pix? pn22 vhb vvn p-acp np1 np1 po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1031 will you not doe him homage with all cheerfull loyalty? You are entred into the houshold of Faith and Church of God; will you not do him homage with all cheerful loyalty? You Are entered into the household of Faith and Church of God; vmb pn22 xx vdi pno31 n1 p-acp d j n1? pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1032 shall not their communion be to you comfortable? Is not Baptisme a ground of faith, and encouragement; shall not their communion be to you comfortable? Is not Baptism a ground of faith, and encouragement; vmb xx po32 n1 vbb p-acp pn22 j? vbz xx n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1033 why are you then so dispondent in appearing before God? Is it not your solemn Bond unto divine service; why Are you then so dispondent in appearing before God? Is it not your solemn Bound unto divine service; q-crq vbr pn22 av av j p-acp vvg p-acp np1? vbz pn31 xx po22 j n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1034 why are you then so dull and backward unto duty? Was your baptisme a meer complement, that you doe not minde it or make use of it now it is past? Is it not a moral instrument to be improved by meditation, affording matter of counsel and comfort? Nay is it not Gods Ordinance, a ground of faith, pledge of love, badge of relation, to be argued into the awe and encouragem•nt of our access to God? Is not Baptisme an initiating seal, assuring us of i••tiating graces? hath it not planted us into the Olive, that we might extract •p and juyce to the bringing forth fruits of Righteousness? In a word, Baptisme is greatly advantagious to hope and holyness, if but duly improved by acts of Faith. We find no profit in it, why Are you then so dull and backward unto duty? Was your Baptism a mere compliment, that you do not mind it or make use of it now it is passed? Is it not a moral Instrument to be improved by meditation, affording matter of counsel and Comfort? Nay is it not God's Ordinance, a ground of faith, pledge of love, badge of Relation, to be argued into the awe and encouragem•nt of our access to God? Is not Baptism an initiating seal, assuring us of i••tiating graces? hath it not planted us into the Olive, that we might extract •p and juice to the bringing forth fruits of Righteousness? In a word, Baptism is greatly advantageous to hope and holiness, if but duly improved by acts of Faith. We find no profit in it, q-crq vbr pn22 av av j cc av-j p-acp n1? vbds po22 n1 dt j n1, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31 cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31 av pn31 vbz vvn? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? uh vbz pn31 xx npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1? vbz xx n1 dt vvg n1, vvg pno12 pp-f vvg n2? vhz pn31 xx vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvg av n2 pp-f n1? p-acp dt n1, n1 vbz av-j j p-acp vvb cc n1, cs p-acp av-jn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1. pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1035 because we look for none from it. Because we look for none from it. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pix p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1036 If right assured, be never claimed, how shall it be possessed? If sinmortifying engines be never used, If right assured, be never claimed, how shall it be possessed? If sinmortifying Engines be never used, cs j-jn vvn, vbb av-x vvn, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn? cs vvg n2 vbb av-x vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1037 sin must needs have dominion over the soul. since must needs have dominion over the soul. n1 vmb av vhi n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1038 I would to God, I cou•d but perswade Ch•istians to sit down, and seriously contemplate their Baptisme in order to their holyness, and thus reflect it. I would to God, I cou•d but persuade Ch•istians to fit down, and seriously contemplate their Baptism in order to their holiness, and thus reflect it. pns11 vmd p-acp np1, pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc av-j vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc av vvb pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1039 I am baptized: Surely then I am under some more than ordinary engagement: Thereby I was washed from my old sins; I am baptised: Surely then I am under Some more than ordinary engagement: Thereby I was washed from my old Sins; pns11 vbm vvn: av-j av pns11 vbm p-acp d dc cs j n1: av pns11 vbds vvn p-acp po11 j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1040 shall I then live in them, or so far forget my self, as not to let vertue, knowledge, temperance brotherly kindness, patience, godliness, all the graces of God to abound in me? Is not Baptisme the dew of Heaven, that waters the Garden of God? Hath it been distilled on me, shall I then live in them, or so Far forget my self, as not to let virtue, knowledge, temperance brotherly kindness, patience, godliness, all the graces of God to abound in me? Is not Baptism the due of Heaven, that waters the Garden of God? Hath it been distilled on me, vmb pns11 av vvi p-acp pno32, cc av av-j vvi po11 n1, c-acp xx p-acp vvb n1, n1, n1 av-j n1, n1, n1, d dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11? vbz xx n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n2 dt n1 pp-f np1? vhz pn31 vbn vvn p-acp pno11, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1041 and shall I be found idle and unfruitfull, 2 Pet. 1.5, 6, 7, 8, 9. I have been baptized into the death of Christ, buried with him in Baptisme, planted into the similitude of his death, that my old man might be crucified, and shall I be found idle and unfruitful, 2 Pet. 1.5, 6, 7, 8, 9. I have been baptised into the death of christ, buried with him in Baptism, planted into the similitude of his death, that my old man might be Crucified, cc vmb pns11 vbi vvn j cc j, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst po11 j n1 vmd vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1042 and the body of sin destroyed, that I should not serve sinne; and the body of since destroyed, that I should not serve sin; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1043 but as he was raised up from the dead, I should walk in newness of life: but as he was raised up from the dead, I should walk in newness of life: cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt j, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1044 and shall sin reign in my mortal body, that I should obey the lusts thereof; and shall sin Reign in my Mortal body, that I should obey the Lustiest thereof; cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp po11 j-jn n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi dt n2 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1045 or shall I give my members as weapons of unrighteousness, unto sinne, Rom. 6. I have by Baptisme, been consecrated unto God; and shall I not come nigh him in duty? I am incorporated into the Church; or shall I give my members as weapons of unrighteousness, unto sin, Rom. 6. I have by Baptism, been consecrated unto God; and shall I not come High him in duty? I am incorporated into the Church; cc vmb pns11 vvi po11 n2 c-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, np1 crd pns11 vhb p-acp n1, vbn vvn p-acp np1; cc vmb pns11 xx vvb av-j pno31 p-acp n1? pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1046 ought I not then, to be conversant in the assembly of the first born? I have stricken Covenant with God; ought I not then, to be conversant in the assembly of the First born? I have stricken Covenant with God; vmd pns11 xx av, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord vvn? pns11 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1047 will not my neglect of duty, and course of impiety be charged on me, as the breach of the oath of God? All the promises of grace are to me sealed; shall not I then cleanse my self from all filthiness of flesh and spirit, will not my neglect of duty, and course of impiety be charged on me, as the breach of the oath of God? All the promises of grace Are to me sealed; shall not I then cleanse my self from all filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, vmb xx po11 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp pno11 vvn; vmb xx pns11 av vvb po11 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1048 and perfect holiness? In a word, Baptisme is the seal of the Covenant set in my flesh, and the causing me to see the evil of my wayes and doings, and perfect holiness? In a word, Baptism is the seal of the Covenant Set in my Flesh, and the causing me to see the evil of my ways and doings, cc j n1? p-acp dt n1, n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc dt vvg pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f po11 n2 cc n2-vdg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1049 and to be ashamed and forsake them; the taking away the stony heart, and giving an heart of flesh; and to be ashamed and forsake them; the taking away the stony heart, and giving an heart of Flesh; cc pc-acp vbi j cc vvi pno32; dt vvg av dt j n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1050 the putting Gods spirit within me, that I may walk in his wayes, are the promises of the Covenant; the putting God's Spirit within me, that I may walk in his ways, Are the promises of the Covenant; dt vvg npg1 n1 p-acp pno11, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2, vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1051 why then doe not graceless I claim them, and by prayer plead my Baptisme for the obtainment of them? For he is faithfull that hath promised, but will not perform, why then do not graceless I claim them, and by prayer plead my Baptism for the obtainment of them? For he is faithful that hath promised, but will not perform, q-crq av vdb xx j pns11 vvb pno32, cc p-acp n1 vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32? p-acp pns31 vbz j cst vhz vvn, p-acp vmb xx vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1052 until they be asked in faith. until they be asked in faith. c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1053 And as our Baptisme is thus a moral argument of holiness to our selves, it is the more helpfull hereunto, And as our Baptism is thus a moral argument of holiness to our selves, it is the more helpful hereunto, cc c-acp po12 n1 vbz av dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt av-dc j av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1054 because it answers all temptations unto sin. Because it answers all temptations unto since. c-acp pn31 vvz d n2 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1055 When we are saluted with the pollutions that are in the world through lust, we may answer, we are washed in pure water, and may not be again defiled: When we Are saluted with the pollutions that Are in the world through lust, we may answer, we Are washed in pure water, and may not be again defiled: c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n1, cc vmb xx vbi av vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1056 The cogencie of custome must give place to the Covenant we have made in Baptisme: The violent temptations of Satan recoile upon the returns of B•ptisme: The cogency of custom must give place to the Covenant we have made in Baptism: The violent temptations of Satan recoil upon the returns of B•ptisme: dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n1: dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1057 I am bapt•z•d, silenceth all suggestions to sinne: I am bapt•z•d, silenceth all suggestions to sin: pns11 vbm vvn, vvz d n2 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1058 I am baptized into the Name of Fath•r, Sonne, and holy Gh•st, is the only Spel (to speak with reverence) that charms the Devil. For it imports thus much: I am baptised into the Name of Fath•r, Son, and holy Gh•st, is the only Spell (to speak with Reverence) that charms the devil. For it imports thus much: pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc j n1, vbz dt j n1 (pc-acp vvi p-acp n1) cst vvz dt n1. p-acp pn31 vvz av av-d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1059 Shall the children of God co•verse with his enemies? the confederates of God break his commands? the separated out of the world, be subject to the Prince of the world? O• doth malicious Satan think the sealed of the Lord, shall be so much sleighted by their Lord, Shall the children of God co•verse with his enemies? the confederates of God break his commands? the separated out of the world, be Subject to the Prince of the world? O• does malicious Satan think the sealed of the Lord, shall be so much sleighted by their Lord, vmb dt n2 pp-f np1 j p-acp po31 n2? dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi po31 n2? dt j-vvn av pp-f dt n1, vbb j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? n1 vdz j np1 vvb dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi av av-d vvn p-acp po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1060 as to be taken captive at his will? Oh! play the man in a rational m•nagement of your Baptisme, it will much advance your Christianity all your dayes. as to be taken captive At his will? Oh! play the man in a rational m•nagement of your Baptism, it will much advance your Christianity all your days. c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn j-jn p-acp po31 n1? uh vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1, pn31 vmb d vvi po22 n1 d po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 28
1061 As Baptisme is an help to holinesse, so also to hope; to be improved by due acts of Faith, As Baptism is an help to holiness, so also to hope; to be improved by due acts of Faith, p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, av av pc-acp vvi; pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1062 as it is an Ordinance of God, for our encouragement in accesse to him: as it is an Ordinance of God, for our encouragement in access to him: c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1063 many soules stand at a distance from divine Ordinances, or draw nigh with much trembling, which would be dispelled by due apprehensions of Baptisme: many Souls stand At a distance from divine Ordinances, or draw High with much trembling, which would be dispelled by due apprehensions of Baptism: d n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp d j-vvg, r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1064 Let such therefore consider, that under the want of speciall, they ought to rejoyce in generall expressions of Gods love, and arguments of hope; Let such Therefore Consider, that under the want of special, they ought to rejoice in general expressions of God's love, and Arguments of hope; vvb d av vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1065 and immediate assurances of divine favour are not to bee expected, whilest we have mediate Ordinances on which to act our Faith. and immediate assurances of divine favour Are not to be expected, whilst we have mediate Ordinances on which to act our Faith. cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns12 vhb vvi n2 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1066 Our Hope must come into the Soule in the same way, with holynesse, by a morall improvement of Gods Grace, in his Ordinances to us extended; Our Hope must come into the Soul in the same Way, with holiness, by a moral improvement of God's Grace, in his Ordinances to us extended; po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt d n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno12 vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1067 let therefore the desponding Christian, that trembles to converse with Gods people, to come nigh Gods table, let Therefore the desponding Christian, that trembles to converse with God's people, to come High God's table, vvb av dt vvg np1, cst vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1068 or claim any of Gods promises, sit down and seriously discourse his Baptisme. I am Baptized; or claim any of God's promises, fit down and seriously discourse his Baptism. I am Baptised; cc vvi d pp-f npg1 n2, vvb a-acp cc av-j vvi po31 n1. pns11 vbm j-vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1069 Was this an emptie Ordinance? Shall my unbeleeving heart imagine any divine Institution to be emptie and in vain imposed? No, All the wayes of God are Truth, hee never subjected Soules to any falacie, nor can doe: Was this an empty Ordinance? Shall my unbelieving heart imagine any divine Institution to be empty and in vain imposed? No, All the ways of God Are Truth, he never subjected Souls to any fallacy, nor can do: vbds d dt j n1? vmb po11 vvg n1 vvi d j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi j cc p-acp j vvn? uh-dx, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr n1, pns31 av-x vvd n2 p-acp d n1, ccx vmb vdi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1070 Why then art thou so sad Oh my Soule? Trust still in God, in him will I hope, for he hath established a Covenant of peace extended to my Parents, Why then art thou so sad O my Soul? Trust still in God, in him will I hope, for he hath established a Covenant of peace extended to my Parents, uh-crq av n1 pns21 av j uh po11 n1? n1 av p-acp np1, p-acp pno31 vmb pns11 vvb, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po11 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1071 and through them to mee, and set the Seale thereof Baptisme in my flesh; and through them to me, and Set the Seal thereof Baptism in my Flesh; cc p-acp pno32 p-acp pno11, cc vvd dt n1 av n1 p-acp po11 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1072 and is not Baptism a pledg of his affection to mee, a badge of my relation to him? Why then doe I say he knowes mee not, and is not Baptism a pledge of his affection to me, a badge of my Relation to him? Why then do I say he knows me not, cc vbz xx n1 dt vvb pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno11, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp pno31? uh-crq av vdb pns11 vvb pns31 vvz pno11 xx, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1073 or I belong not to him? Doe all the Sons of Adam weare this liverie? Is there a specialty in the application of water; or I belong not to him? Do all the Sons of Adam wear this livery? Is there a specialty in the application of water; cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp pno31? vdb d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb d n1? vbz pc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1074 and hath it extended to mee? shall I say I have received no favour peculiar to the Lords people, and hath it extended to me? shall I say I have received no favour peculiar to the lords people, cc vhz pn31 vvn p-acp pno11? vmb pns11 vvi pns11 vhb vvn dx n1 j p-acp dt n2 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1075 and distinct from the mass of mankinde? Nay, I am by Baptism a matriculated Disciple in Christ his Schole, and distinct from the mass of mankind? Nay, I am by Baptism a matriculated Disciple in christ his School, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? uh-x, pns11 vbm p-acp n1 dt vvn n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1076 an incorporated Member of the houshold of Faith? Why then doe I feare to feede on childrens Bread? and to use those priviledges that doe belong to the Citizens of the new-Jerusalem? Why am I as an alien and stranger from the Commonwealth of Israel? I have by Baptisme put on Jesus Christ, an incorporated Member of the household of Faith? Why then do I Fear to feed on Children's Bred? and to use those privileges that do belong to the Citizens of the new-Jerusalem? Why am I as an alien and stranger from the Commonwealth of Israel? I have by Baptism put on jesus christ, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? uh-crq av vdb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp ng2 n1? cc pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vdb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1? q-crq vbm pns11 p-acp dt n-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? pns11 vhb p-acp n1 vvn p-acp np1 np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1077 and shall I feare to come before the Father? is not hee his beloved Sonne in whom hee is well pleased? Is not Baptisme a Seale of Gods Covenant? Why then doe I not claime the promises? What though I see not Gods privie Seale, the Spirit of adoption, is the broad seal of the Covenant of no force and value; and shall I Fear to come before the Father? is not he his Beloved Son in whom he is well pleased? Is not Baptism a Seal of God's Covenant? Why then do I not claim the promises? What though I see not God's privy Seal, the Spirit of adoption, is the broad seal of the Covenant of no force and valve; cc vmb pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? vbz xx pns31 po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz av vvn? vbz xx n1 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1? uh-crq av vdb pns11 xx vvi dt n2? q-crq cs pns11 vvb xx npg1 j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dx n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1078 doth it in vain bear on it divine authority? why then i• it called th• A•k of Salvation? why hath God said, he that beleeveth and is baptized, shall be saved? Shall I lose my Salvation, does it in vain bear on it divine Authority? why then i• it called th• A•k of Salvation? why hath God said, he that Believeth and is baptised, shall be saved? Shall I loose my Salvation, vdz pn31 p-acp j n1 p-acp pn31 j-jn n1? uh-crq av n1 pn31 vvd n1 n1 pp-f n1? uh-crq vhz np1 vvn, pns31 cst vvz cc vbz vvn, vmb vbi vvn? vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1079 for not joyning faith to my baptisme? What though I finde many rude Christians and p•ophane persons in the Church, claiming priviledges by their Baptisme; for not joining faith to my Baptism? What though I find many rude Christians and p•ophane Persons in the Church, claiming privileges by their Baptism; c-acp xx vvg n1 p-acp po11 n1? q-crq cs pns11 vvb d j np1 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1080 can I deny in some things their claim to be good, though they be wicked? And wherein it is not good to them, breaking the Covenant, may it not be good to me, poor me, that desire to keep the Covenant of my God? In a word, hath not God sanctified me to himself, by the washing of water; can I deny in Some things their claim to be good, though they be wicked? And wherein it is not good to them, breaking the Covenant, may it not be good to me, poor me, that desire to keep the Covenant of my God? In a word, hath not God sanctified me to himself, by the washing of water; vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d n2 po32 n1 pc-acp vbi j, cs pns32 vbb j? cc c-crq pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno32, vvg dt n1, vmb pn31 xx vbi j p-acp pno11, j pno11, cst vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 np1? p-acp dt n1, vhz xx np1 vvn pno11 p-acp px31, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1081 and doth he call men to draw nigh to him in assurance of faith, having the body washed with pure water, and does he call men to draw High to him in assurance of faith, having the body washed with pure water, cc vdz pns31 vvi n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vhg dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1082 and shall I be dismayed in access to him? Oh! the wickedness of my doubting, that doth spring from ignorance of Gods holy O••inances, the sin of my despondencie, that de•ers me from duty and exposeth my baptisme to contempt: and shall I be dismayed in access to him? Oh! the wickedness of my doubting, that does spring from ignorance of God's holy O••inances, the since of my despondency, that de•ers me from duty and exposeth my Baptism to contempt: cc vmb pns11 vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno31? uh dt n1 pp-f po11 vvg, cst vdz vvi p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 j n2, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst vvz pno11 p-acp n1 cc vvz po11 n1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1083 I will sure cast off this estate, and hence forward continue with the Church in the Word, breaking of bread, I will sure cast off this estate, and hence forward continue with the Church in the Word, breaking of bred, pns11 vmb av-j vvd a-acp d n1, cc av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1084 and Prayer, and use of all other priviledges of grace, and composedly prize the benefit of Ordinances, that by rational acts of faith in them, I may at length arrive at the fulness of assurance. and Prayer, and use of all other privileges of grace, and composedly prize the benefit of Ordinances, that by rational acts of faith in them, I may At length arrive At the fullness of assurance. cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 pp-f n1, cc av-vvn vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, cst p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb p-acp n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1085 Thus then Christians argue to your selves, the duty and dignity of your Baptisme, enjoy with comfort the priviledges thereby conferred: Thus then Christians argue to your selves, the duty and dignity of your Baptism, enjoy with Comfort the privileges thereby conferred: av cs np1 vvb p-acp po22 n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1, vvb p-acp n1 dt n2 av vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1086 Know and approve your selves as baptized: and thereby Know and approve your selves as baptised: and thereby vvb cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp j-vvn: cc av (8) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 28
1087 Singled out of the world by Baptisme, and set in a capacity of Salvation, as was Noahs family in the Arke, 1 Pet. 3.21. Sanctified unto God, Baptisme being the solemne form of consecration, Ephes. 5.26. Sons and Subjects of the Covenant, invested with Christ, incorporated into his Church, the seal of which is in your flesh by Baptisme. Singled out of the world by Baptism, and Set in a capacity of Salvation, as was Noahs family in the Ark, 1 Pet. 3.21. Sanctified unto God, Baptism being the solemn from of consecration, Ephesians 5.26. Sons and Subject's of the Covenant, invested with christ, incorporated into his Church, the seal of which is in your Flesh by Baptism. vvd av pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbds npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. vvn p-acp np1, n1 vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. n2 cc n2-jn pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp np1, vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 28
1088 Suited for divine society, by the expiation of guilt, extirpation of sins power, and exact confederation with God; Suited for divine society, by the expiation of guilt, extirpation of Sins power, and exact confederation with God; vvn p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n2 n1, cc j n1 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 28
1089 all which the Scriptures note, to be the effects of Baptisme, or the washing of the body with pure water. all which the Scriptures note, to be the effects of Baptism, or the washing of the body with pure water. d r-crq dt n2 vvb, pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 28
1090 In the apprehension and argumentation of these priviledges, let me guide your judgements by propounding to your consideration, these several rules. 1. Rule. In the apprehension and argumentation of these privileges, let me guide your Judgments by propounding to your consideration, these several rules. 1. Rule. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, vvb pno11 vvi po22 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp po22 n1, d j n2. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 28
1091 Salvation and sanctification, and the like priviledges, are naturally argued from Baptisme, as it is an Ordinance of God ordained to that end. Salvation and sanctification, and the like privileges, Are naturally argued from Baptism, as it is an Ordinance of God ordained to that end. n1 cc n1, cc dt j n2, vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 28
1092 Therefore the effects are to it attributed: Therefore the effects Are to it attributed: av dt n2 vbr p-acp pn31 vvd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 28
1093 It in all things necessary bears an analogie with Circumcision, and propounds moral considerations to that end, to the reasonable soul of man, to be argued by contemplative acts of faith. 2. Rule. It in all things necessary bears an analogy with Circumcision, and propounds moral considerations to that end, to the reasonable soul of man, to be argued by contemplative acts of faith. 2. Rule. pn31 p-acp d n2 j vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz j n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 28
1094 All that will be sanctified, saved, and enjoy the before noted priviledges, must be baptized. All that will be sanctified, saved, and enjoy thee before noted privileges, must be baptised. d cst vmb vbi vvn, vvn, cc vvi pno32 a-acp j-vvn n2, vmb vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 28
1095 All that will in an ordinary way possess them (for extraordinary providences are beyond the reach of our debate) must be baptized: All that will in an ordinary Way possess them (for extraordinary providences Are beyond the reach of our debate) must be baptised: d cst vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi pno32 (c-acp j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1) vmb vbi vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 28
1096 not only on the necessity of a command from God, but the nature of the Ordinance, being the means appointed rightly constituted, not only on the necessity of a command from God, but the nature of the Ordinance, being the means appointed rightly constituted, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg dt n2 vvn av-jn vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 28
1097 and readily conclusive to such an end: and readily conclusive to such an end: cc av-j j p-acp d dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 28
1098 So that none unbaptized, can on any ground expect to enjoy, nor may warrantably be admitted to the priviledges of a sanctified and saved people of the Lord. 3. Rule. So that none unbaptized, can on any ground expect to enjoy, nor may warrantably be admitted to the privileges of a sanctified and saved people of the Lord. 3. Rule. av cst pix vvn, vmb p-acp d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, ccx vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn cc vvd n1 pp-f dt n1. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 28
1099 Some baptized, enjoy these priviledges of salvation, sanctification, and the like, visibly and symbolically; others, really sincerely, and savingly. some baptised, enjoy these privileges of salvation, sanctification, and the like, visibly and symbolically; Others, really sincerely, and savingly. d j-vvn, vvb d n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc dt j, av-j cc av-j; n2-jn, av-j av-j, cc av-vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1100 Some are seemingly saved and sanctified in the sight of men and esteem of the Church: some Are seemingly saved and sanctified in the sighed of men and esteem of the Church: d vbr av-vvg vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1101 These enjoy the outward Ordinance only, and that is the guide and ground of humane censure, These enjoy the outward Ordinance only, and that is the guide and ground of humane censure, d vvb dt j n1 av-j, cc d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1102 and the judgement of the Church: and the judgement of the Church: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1103 Hence the term Saint, Beleever, Disciple, Brother, is in Scripture given, and must be by the Church yeilded to hypocrites; yea, to visible prophane persons, Hence the term Saint, Believer, Disciple, Brother, is in Scripture given, and must be by the Church yielded to Hypocrites; yea, to visible profane Persons, av dt n1 n1, n1, n1, n1, vbz p-acp n1 vvn, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n2; uh, p-acp j j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1104 but baptized: but others are sincerely and savingly possessed of these priviledges, not only in the judgement of the Church, but baptised: but Others Are sincerely and savingly possessed of these privileges, not only in the judgement of the Church, cc-acp vvn: p-acp n2-jn vbr av-j cc av-vvg vvn pp-f d n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1105 but by the testimonie of their own conscience and spirit of adoption. These enjoy not only the outward signe, but also the inward grace of Baptisme; but by the testimony of their own conscience and Spirit of adoption. These enjoy not only the outward Signen, but also the inward grace of Baptism; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. np1 vvb xx av-j dt j n1, cc-acp av dt j n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1106 have not only the body washed with pure water, but also the heart spri•kled from an evil conscience. have not only the body washed with pure water, but also the heart spri•kled from an evil conscience. vhb xx av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1, cc-acp av dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1107 The outward Ordinance and inward grace are sometimes divided, according to the visible and invisible ministration of the Covenant. The outward Ordinance and inward grace Are sometime divided, according to the visible and invisible ministration of the Covenant. dt j n1 cc j n1 vbr av vvn, vvg p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1108 Baptisme is to all, the same in its nature, but not in its effects: Baptism is to all, the same in its nature, but not in its effects: n1 vbz pc-acp d, dt d p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp xx p-acp po31 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1109 it is in it self efficacious to all, but in some, not meeting with due capacity, acts of faith, to improve it, it becomes not effectual. Many baptized, it is in it self efficacious to all, but in Some, not meeting with due capacity, acts of faith, to improve it, it becomes not effectual. Many baptised, pn31 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 j p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp d, xx vvg p-acp j-jn n1, n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vvz xx j. d j-vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1110 and by the Church called heirs of Glorie, lose their hopes, holiness, and heaven it self; and by the Church called Heirs of Glory, loose their hope's, holiness, and heaven it self; cc p-acp dt n1 vvd n2 pp-f n1, vvb po32 n2, n1, cc n1 pn31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1111 not because Baptisme did not seal it, and confer a ground or right, but because the soul acted not faith in the right unto the claim of what was conferred: not Because Baptism did not seal it, and confer a ground or right, but Because the soul acted not faith in the right unto the claim of what was conferred: xx p-acp n1 vdd xx vvi pn31, cc vvi dt n1 cc n-jn, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvd xx n1 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1112 None so deservedly lose their inheritance as those who improve not their sealed evidence to a due claim. None so deservedly loose their inheritance as those who improve not their sealed evidence to a due claim. pix av av-vvn vvi po32 n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb xx po32 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1113 Take heed lest there be among you a prophane Esau, heir of his fathers blessing, who for a mess of pottage sold his birth right. Take heed lest there be among you a profane Esau, heir of his Father's blessing, who for a mess of pottage sold his birth right. vvb n1 cs pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22 dt j np1, n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd po31 n1 j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1114 Men in the Church contented with Creature-comforts, claim not the priviledges of the Covenant conferred by their Baptisme, and so lose their birth-right. 4. Rule. Men in the Church contented with Creature comforts, claim not the privileges of the Covenant conferred by their Baptism, and so loose their birthright. 4. Rule. n2 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, vvb xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc av vvb po32 n1. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 28
1115 The outward priviledges of Baptisme enjoyed visibly and in the judgement of the Church, may be forfeited, The outward privileges of Baptism enjoyed visibly and in the judgement of the Church, may be forfeited, dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvd av-j cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 28
1116 and by the censures of the Church taken away. and by the censures of the Church taken away. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 28
1117 A brother may be made as a Publicane and Heathen; a member of Christs body may be cut off; and a servant of God may be delivered unto Satan; the Citizens of Jerusalem may be disfranchised: private persons may not at pleasure disown baptized souls; A brother may be made as a Publican and Heathen; a member of Christ body may be Cut off; and a servant of God may be Delivered unto Satan; the Citizens of Jerusalem may be disfranchised: private Persons may not At pleasure disown baptised Souls; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn; dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1; dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn: j n2 vmb xx p-acp n1 vvn j-vvn n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 28
1118 but the publique censure of the Church, if unworthy their received Baptisme, may discharge them Church communion, but the public censure of the Church, if unworthy their received Baptism, may discharge them Church communion, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cs j-u po32 j-vvn n1, vmb vvi pno32 n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 28
1119 and divest them of salvation, sanctification, interest in the Covenant, which clave non errant. the Church: and divest them of salvation, sanctification, Interest in the Covenant, which clave non errant. the Church: cc vvb pno32 pp-f n1, n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd fw-fr j. dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 28
1120 not Erring is ratified in Heaven as well as in the Church visible upon earth. 5. Rule. not Erring is ratified in Heaven as well as in the Church visible upon earth. 5. Rule. xx vvg vbz vvn p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 j p-acp n1. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 28
1121 Salvation, sanctification, and the priviledges of the Covenant, may by Baptisme be conferred on them who are not sensible of the Ordinance, Salvation, sanctification, and the privileges of the Covenant, may by Baptism be conferred on them who Are not sensible of the Ordinance, n1, n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr xx j pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 28
1122 or in a present capacity of using them. Right may be formally conferred, where it is not presently acted. or in a present capacity of using them. Right may be formally conferred, where it is not presently acted. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg pno32. av-jn vmb vbi av-j vvn, c-crq pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 28
1123 The King may be crowned in the cradle, the crown be set on his head, as a token of right, before his hand can hold the Scepter. The King may be crowned in the cradle, the crown be Set on his head, as a token of right, before his hand can hold the Sceptre. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, c-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 28
1124 Present incapacity of use is no barre to the laying the foundation of a future claim. Present incapacity of use is no bar to the laying the Foundation of a future claim. j n1 pp-f n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 28
1125 Many men at years, must rev•ew the Decrees concerning their estates, which were sealed in Infancie. Many men At Years, must rev•ew the Decrees Concerning their estates, which were sealed in Infancy. av-d n2 p-acp n2, vmb vvi dt n2 vvg po32 n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 28
1126 Infants may have their Baptisme as soon as born, whereby they must claim the Covenant, when they come to years of capacity. 6. Rule. Infants may have their Baptism as soon as born, whereby they must claim the Covenant, when they come to Years of capacity. 6. Rule. ng1 vmb vhb po32 n1 c-acp av c-acp vvn, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1. crd n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 28
1127 The baptized, not arguing joy and duty from their Baptisme, doe sinne against the nature of the Ordinance: The baptised, not arguing joy and duty from their Baptism, do sin against the nature of the Ordinance: dt j-vvn, xx vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, vdb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 28
1128 and either disown its institution to that end, or deny its efficacie thereunto, and disesteem its specialty, and either disown its Institution to that end, or deny its efficacy thereunto, and disesteem its specialty, cc av-d vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi po31 n1 av, cc vvb po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 28
1129 as related to the Covenant and people of God. as related to the Covenant and people of God. c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 28
1130 Therefore deliver we our selves from sin, and let us carefully improve our Baptisme, as the qualification that fits us for a confidence in approach to God. Therefore deliver we our selves from since, and let us carefully improve our Baptism, as the qualification that fits us for a confidence in approach to God. av vvb pns12 po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 av-j vvi po12 n1, c-acp dt n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 28
1131 The fourth exhortation, is to Parents, Christian Parents. The fourth exhortation, is to Parents, Christian Parents. dt ord n1, vbz p-acp n2, njp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1132 With ardent care and affection, present your Infants unto Baptisme, and instruct them in their baptismal priviledge. With Ardent care and affection, present your Infants unto Baptism, and instruct them in their baptismal privilege. p-acp j n1 cc n1, vvb po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1133 Your children may, nay must, by your care, come nigh to God. Let them then be consecrated; Your children may, nay must, by your care, come High to God. Let them then be consecrated; po22 n2 vmb, uh vmb, p-acp po22 n1, vvb av-j p-acp np1. vvb pno32 av vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1134 they are, as your natural issue, an holy seed begotten to the Lord: Holy in the esteem of the Church, and extent of the Covenant; they Are, as your natural issue, an holy seed begotten to the Lord: Holy in the esteem of the Church, and extent of the Covenant; pns32 vbr, c-acp po22 j n1, dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1135 partakers of the fatness of the Olives; Heirs of the promise of Remission and Salvation; Children of the Covenant; partakers of the fatness of the Olive; Heirs of the promise of Remission and Salvation; Children of the Covenant; n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2; n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1136 bearing Christ his Name, as his Disciples to be received, not offended, as we have before proved. bearing christ his Name, as his Disciples to be received, not offended, as we have before proved. vvg np1 po31 n1, c-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, xx vvn, c-acp pns12 vhb a-acp vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1137 And shall not they come nigh to God, enter into his Sanctuary, be joyned to the assemblies of his people? Hath not Christ said to the rebukers of such approach, Suffer little children to come unto me, And shall not they come High to God, enter into his Sanctuary, be joined to the assemblies of his people? Hath not christ said to the rebukers of such approach, Suffer little children to come unto me, cc vmb xx pns32 vvi av-j p-acp np1, vvb p-acp po31 n1, vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? vhz xx np1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 pp-f d n1, vvb j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1138 and forbid them not, for such are of the kingdome of heaven, and capable of my blessing? and shall not then Infants be admitted members of Christ his body, and forbid them not, for such Are of the Kingdom of heaven, and capable of my blessing? and shall not then Infants be admitted members of christ his body, cc vvb pno32 xx, c-acp d vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j pp-f po11 n1? cc vmb xx av n2 vbb vvn n2 pp-f np1 po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1139 and have the seal of the Covenant set in their flesh, and holiness stamped on them? Shall they not be consecrated to the Lord: and have the seal of the Covenant Set in their Flesh, and holiness stamped on them? Shall they not be consecrated to the Lord: cc vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32? vmb pns32 xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1140 hath not the Lord appointed the same sanctifying Ordinance to root and branches; hath not the Lord appointed the same sanctifying Ordinance to root and branches; vhz xx dt n1 vvd dt d j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1141 and will you not with care and affection pursue it? Shall God give your children Covenant interest, and will you not with care and affection pursue it? Shall God give your children Covenant Interest, cc vmb pn22 xx p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb pn31? vmb np1 vvi po22 n2 n1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1142 and shall not your paternal care provide for the confirmation of it, by the seal of which they are capable? Would you not affectionately contend for their interest in a worldly estate; and shall not your paternal care provide for the confirmation of it, by the seal of which they Are capable? Would you not affectionately contend for their Interest in a worldly estate; cc vmb xx po22 j n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr j? vmd pn22 xx av-j vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1143 neglect it not in an heavenly: but when God gives you children, be carefull with all convenient speed, to give them back again to God: neglect it not in an heavenly: but when God gives you children, be careful with all convenient speed, to give them back again to God: vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt j: cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz pn22 n2, vbb j p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av av p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1144 When you have brought forth heirs of the Covenant, with due reverence bring them to Gods Church, to be inrolled, When you have brought forth Heirs of the Covenant, with due Reverence bring them to God's Church, to be enrolled, c-crq pn22 vhb vvn av n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j-jn n1 vvi pno32 p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1145 and have their interest sealed by Baptisme. and have their Interest sealed by Baptism. cc vhb po32 n1 vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1146 Provoke not God to meet with you, as with Moses, for your neglect of sanctifying your seed by his holy Ordinances. Provoke not God to meet with you, as with Moses, for your neglect of sanctifying your seed by his holy Ordinances. vvb xx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp p-acp np1, p-acp po22 n1 pp-f vvg po22 n1 p-acp po31 j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1147 Let not your children have cause to curse and complain of your neglect of their baptisme. Let not your children have cause to curse and complain of your neglect of their Baptism. vvb xx po22 n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f po22 n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1148 Let not your affection to your Infants baptisme be cooled, or care for it be checked by the foolish exceptions of their adversaries, Let not your affection to your Infants Baptism be cooled, or care for it be checked by the foolish exceptions of their Adversaries, vvb xx po22 n1 p-acp po22 ng1 n1 vbi vvn, cc vvb p-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1149 whilest you see their interest is cleer. whilst you see their Interest is clear. cs pn22 vvb po32 n1 vbz j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1150 What if it be objected, that all the arguments for their Baptisme is by way of inference and consequence: What if it be objected, that all the Arguments for their Baptism is by Way of Inference and consequence: q-crq cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst d dt n2 p-acp po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1151 Is not Scripture consequence Gods word, binding conscience, produced by our Saviour as a ground of faith, to prove the Resurrection and his own sufferings? Is it a sufficient warrant of womens receiving the Lords Supper, Is not Scripture consequence God's word, binding conscience, produced by our Saviour as a ground of faith, to prove the Resurrection and his own sufferings? Is it a sufficient warrant of women's receiving the lords Supper, vbz xx n1 n1 npg1 n1, vvg n1, vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc po31 d n2? vbz pn31 dt j n1 pp-f ng2 n-vvg dt n2 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1152 and will it not prove Infants right to Baptisme? and direct the subjects to whom a sacred Ordinance must be applied? I have before evidenced Infants right to Baptisme, and will it not prove Infants right to Baptism? and Direct the subject's to whom a sacred Ordinance must be applied? I have before evidenced Infants right to Baptism, cc vmb pn31 xx vvi n2 av-jn p-acp n1? cc vvb dt n2-jn p-acp ro-crq dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn? pns11 vhb a-acp vvn n2 j-jn p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1153 and given sufficient answer to the objections urged against it: and given sufficient answer to the objections urged against it: cc vvn j n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1154 I would now engage you Parents to make conscience of your duty to baptize your children. I would now engage you Parents to make conscience of your duty to baptise your children. pns11 vmd av vvi pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po22 n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1155 Contract not on your selves the guilt of the sacriledge before noted; Contract not on your selves the guilt of the sacrilege before noted; n1 xx p-acp po22 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1156 and the more to encourage you hereunto, let me shew you some of those many advantages that attend the infant season of Baptism, wherein it is to be preferred before baptisme at grown years. Reverend Mr. Forde, in his practicall use of Infant-Baptisme, hath very affectionately enforced this argument, and shewed many benefits. and the more to encourage you hereunto, let me show you Some of those many advantages that attend the infant season of Baptism, wherein it is to be preferred before Baptism At grown Years. Reverend Mr. Ford, in his practical use of Infant-Baptisme, hath very affectionately Enforced this argument, and showed many benefits. cc dt dc pc-acp vvi pn22 av, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d pp-f d d n2 cst vvb dt n1 n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-vvn n2. n-jn n1 np1, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, vhz av av-j vvn d n1, cc vvd d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1157 I refer you seriously to read them: I refer you seriously to read them: pns11 vvb pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1158 And for your present help, let me wish you to consider, that Infant Baptisme confers on us these several priviledges, which adult Baptisme leaves us without. And for your present help, let me wish you to Consider, that Infant Baptism confers on us these several privileges, which adult Baptism leaves us without. cc p-acp po22 j n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 n1 vvz p-acp pno12 d j n2, r-crq n1 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 28
1159 1. Infant Baptisme expresseth sin nature. 1. Infant Baptism Expresses since nature. crd n1 n1 vvz n1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 28
1160 2. Explaineth the benefit of Relation, and the method of the Covenant, and eminently dignifyeth the children of such parents. 2. explaineth the benefit of Relation, and the method of the Covenant, and eminently dignifyeth the children of such Parents. crd vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-j vvz dt n2 pp-f d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 28
1161 3. Enlargeth and establisheth the Church. 4. Exciteth Repentance. 5. Enforceth Faith. 6. Engageth duty. 7. Encourageth under death. 3. Enlarges and Establisheth the Church. 4. exciteth Repentance. 5. Enforceth Faith. 6. Engageth duty. 7. Encourageth under death. crd vvz cc vvz dt n1. crd vvz n1. crd vvz n1. crd vvz n1. crd vvz p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 28
1162 None of these doe so naturally flow from the baptisme of men of grown yeeres, as wee shall plainly see by a particular consideration of them. None of these doe so naturally flow from the Baptism of men of grown Years, as we shall plainly see by a particular consideration of them. pi pp-f d n1 av av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, c-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 28
1163 The first benefit by Infant-Baptisme is, That it expresseth the sin of nature, and engageth against it: The First benefit by Infant-Baptisme is, That it Expresses the since of nature, and engageth against it: dt ord n1 p-acp n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1164 Baptisme doth it self declare sinne to bee defiling, but the spreading propertie thereof is evidenced by Infant-Baptisme. They are washed, must needs witness they are uncleane; but their early Baptisme, must needs note their uncleannesse is in their nature, not in their persons; Baptism does it self declare sin to be defiling, but the spreading property thereof is evidenced by Infant-Baptisme. They Are washed, must needs witness they Are unclean; but their early Baptism, must needs note their uncleanness is in their nature, not in their Persons; n1 vdz pn31 n1 vvi n1 pc-acp vbi vvg, p-acp dt vvg n1 av vbz vvn p-acp n1. pns32 vbr vvn, vmb av vvi pns32 vbr j; p-acp po32 j n1, vmb av vvi po32 n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, xx p-acp po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1165 for poor Babes, they have acted neyther good nor evill: for poor Babes, they have acted neither good nor evil: p-acp j n2, pns32 vhb vvn dx j ccx j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1166 That Babes must beare the paine of Circumcision bespeaks a foreskin upon their heart, that makes them prophane to God. That Babes must bear the pain of Circumcision bespeaks a foreskin upon their heart, that makes them profane to God. d n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst vvz pno32 j p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1167 The Baptisme of men at yeeres, doth indeed minde them that they are filthy, but that is a filthiness of their person, evidencing that they having committed many actual corruptions, that appears to them: The Baptism of men At Years, does indeed mind them that they Are filthy, but that is a filthiness of their person, evidencing that they having committed many actual corruptions, that appears to them: dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2, vdz av vvi pno32 cst pns32 vbr j, cc-acp cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg cst pns32 vhg vvn d j n2, cst vvz p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1168 but that they are transgressors from the womb, conceived in sin, and brought forth in iniquiry, of a prophane lump, but that they Are transgressors from the womb, conceived in since, and brought forth in inquiry, of a profane lump, cc-acp cst pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd av p-acp n1, pp-f dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1169 and polluted in their very being; and polluted in their very being; cc vvn p-acp po32 j vbg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1170 it no way at all convinceth, no, that is the language of the baptized before actuall sin. it no Way At all Convinces, no, that is the language of the baptised before actual since. pn31 av-dx n1 p-acp d vvz, uh-dx, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1171 The baptisme and burial of our babes, hath ever been in the Church of God, two unanswerable arguments against the Pelagian fancie, that children have no imbred corruption, but sin by imitation: The Baptism and burial of our babes, hath ever been in the Church of God, two unanswerable Arguments against the Pelagian fancy, that children have no imbred corruption, but since by imitation: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, vhz av vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd j n2 p-acp dt jp n1, cst n2 vhb dx j n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1172 If we give away the first, it is just God should take away the second, by giving us barren wombs. If we give away the First, it is just God should take away the second, by giving us barren wombs. cs pns12 vvb av dt ord, pn31 vbz j np1 vmd vvi av dt ord, p-acp vvg pno12 j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1173 Infants Baptisme was urged by Austin against Pelagius, to the puzling of him in his denyal of original sinne: Infants Baptism was urged by Austin against Pelagius, to the puzzling of him in his denial of original sin: ng1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j-jn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1174 yet he never denyed them to be baptized, which had been a ready answer; nor was he ever able to withstand the consequence: yet he never denied them to be baptised, which had been a ready answer; nor was he ever able to withstand the consequence: av pns31 av-x vvd pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vhd vbn dt j n1; ccx vbds pns31 av j pc-acp vvi dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1175 For if baptized before polluted in person, they must needs be unclean in nature; For if baptised before polluted in person, they must needs be unclean in nature; c-acp cs vvn p-acp j-vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb av vbi j p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1176 before actual sin pass from them, original sin must needs be upon them, before they are capable of any imitation, before actual since pass from them, original since must needs be upon them, before they Are capable of any imitation, p-acp j n1 vvi p-acp pno32, j-jn n1 vmb av vbi p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1177 then they must needs be the subjects of imbred corruption: For Baptism cannot be denyed to be Gods Ordinance of Remission and Regeneration; then they must needs be the subject's of imbred corruption: For Baptism cannot be denied to be God's Ordinance of Remission and Regeneration; cs pns32 vmb av vbi dt n2-jn pp-f j-vvn n1: p-acp n1 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi npg1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1178 and further, this evidence of hereditarie sin must needs engage hereditarie enmity, and so irreconcileable hatred, much more violent and implacable, than that which is personal, being inforced by the antiquity of the quarrel: and further, this evidence of hereditary since must needs engage hereditary enmity, and so Irreconcilable hatred, much more violent and implacable, than that which is personal, being enforced by the antiquity of the quarrel: cc av-jc, d n1 pp-f j n1 vmb av vvi j n1, cc av j n1, av-d av-dc j cc j, cs d r-crq vbz j, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1179 it runs in a blood, and passeth from parents to children. it runs in a blood, and passes from Parents to children. pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n2 p-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1180 I have observed a great aptitude in the enemies of Infants Baptisme, to embrace the Arminian fancies, and deny all original sinne: I have observed a great aptitude in the enemies of Infants Baptism, to embrace the Arminian fancies, and deny all original sin: pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt np1 n2, cc vvi d j-jn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1181 And it is no marvel, whilest their principles are so neer of kin; one Error will easily ingender another. And it is no marvel, whilst their principles Are so near of kin; one Error will Easily engender Another. cc pn31 vbz dx n1, cs po32 n2 vbr av av-j pp-f n1; crd n1 vmb av-j vvi j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1182 As ever you will make visible the sin of nature, baptize your babes before they be stained with actual guilt. As ever you will make visible the since of nature, baptise your babes before they be stained with actual guilt. p-acp av pn22 vmb vvi j dt n1 pp-f n1, vvi po22 n2 c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 28
1183 The second Benefit of Infant Baptisme is, That it explaineth the benefit of Relation and the method of transmitting the Covenant of Grace. The second Benefit of Infant Baptism is, That it Explaineth the benefit of Relation and the method of transmitting the Covenant of Grace. dt ord n1 pp-f n1 n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1184 Baptisme, as a seal of the Covenant, sheweth interest in the Covenant, and the benefit of personall qualification, that fits for it; Baptism, as a seal of the Covenant, shows Interest in the Covenant, and the benefit of personal qualification, that fits for it; n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst vvz p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1185 but it is the Infant season, that sh•weth that God hath wisely ordered Grace to run in natures channel, and parental relation, under such a qualification as beleeving, to engender a propriety to Baptisme. but it is the Infant season, that sh•weth that God hath wisely ordered Grace to run in nature's channel, and parental Relation, under such a qualification as believing, to engender a propriety to Baptism. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 n1, cst vvz cst np1 vhz av-j vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, cc j n1, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp vvg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1186 He that first receives the Patent of honour can discern no benefit of relation, save what is future; He that First receives the Patent of honour can discern no benefit of Relation, save what is future; pns31 cst ord vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq vbz j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1187 but if his Patent be only personal, he seeth none at all: but hereditarie honours are demonstrations of relation and its advantage; but if his Patent be only personal, he sees none At all: but hereditary honours Are demonstrations of Relation and its advantage; cc-acp cs po31 n1 vbi av-j j, pns31 vvz pix p-acp d: cc-acp j n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1 cc po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1188 hereby a man knows what his benefit is, in being the childe of a Baron or Earle, rather than of a common Knight or Gentleman. Baptisme applied to men of years, doth indeed demonstrate a Covenant of Grace granted on good behaviour, unto every individual person; hereby a man knows what his benefit is, in being the child of a Baron or Earl, rather than of a Common Knight or Gentleman. Baptism applied to men of Years, does indeed demonstrate a Covenant of Grace granted on good behaviour, unto every Individu person; av dt n1 vvz r-crq po31 n1 vbz, p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, av-c cs pp-f dt j n1 cc n1. n1 vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n2, vdz av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp d j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1189 but wholly obliterateth the seeds interest and extent of the Covenant unto natural Issue, in order to their good behaviour. but wholly obliterateth the seeds Interest and extent of the Covenant unto natural Issue, in order to their good behaviour. cc-acp av-jn vvz dt n2 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1190 It declareth expresly, that as to the specialtie of Gods Grace, relation to beleeving Parents, is no priviledge: It Declareth expressly, that as to the specialty of God's Grace, Relation to believing Parents, is no privilege: pn31 vvz av-j, cst c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, vbz dx n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1191 As good be the childe of Ammon, as of Abraham; of a Pagan, as a Christian: As good be the child of Ammon, as of Abraham; of a Pagan, as a Christian: p-acp j vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pp-f np1; pp-f dt j-jn, c-acp dt njp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1192 which is cleerly contrarie to the tenure of the Covenant, I will be thy God, and the God of thy seed: which is clearly contrary to the tenure of the Covenant, I will be thy God, and the God of thy seed: r-crq vbz av-j j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vbi po21 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1193 The promise is to you and your children: and the ground of applying the initiating seal, is relation to such Parents. The promise is to you and your children: and the ground of applying the initiating seal, is Relation to such Parents. dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2: cc dt n1 pp-f vvg dt vvg n1, vbz n1 p-acp d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1194 Therefore every man-child at eight dayes old, shall be circumcised, that thereby it may appear, the order of my Covenant is, to Parents beleeving and their seed, Therefore every Manchild At eight days old, shall be circumcised, that thereby it may appear, the order of my Covenant is, to Parents believing and their seed, av d n1 p-acp crd n2 j, vmb vbi vvn, cst av pn31 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbz, p-acp n2 vvg cc po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1195 and the benefit of relation to such Children, shall be, that I will be their God. and the benefit of Relation to such Children, shall be, that I will be their God. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, vmb vbi, cst pns11 vmb vbi po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1196 Relation to the Olive, is the reason of the branches fatness: Relation to the Olive, is the reason of the branches fatness: n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1197 The Jews relation to their pious progenitors, is the only remaining hope of their conversion, They are beloved of God, according to election, The jews Relation to their pious progenitors, is the only remaining hope of their conversion, They Are Beloved of God, according to election, dt np2 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, vbz dt j j-vvg n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1, vvg p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1198 for the fathers sake, Rom. 11.28. for the Father's sake, Rom. 11.28. p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1199 If we will maintain the knowledge of relative advantages in the Covenant of Grace, carefully baptize we our Babes in their infancie, as the plainest comment thereon: If we will maintain the knowledge of relative advantages in the Covenant of Grace, carefully baptise we our Babes in their infancy, as the Plainest comment thereon: cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j vvi pno12 po12 n2 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp dt js n1 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1200 so when they shall consider themselves to have been sealed and sanctified to God, before they had in themselves the least of personal qualification, they will bless God for the Covenant of their fathers, so when they shall Consider themselves to have been sealed and sanctified to God, before they had in themselves the least of personal qualification, they will bless God for the Covenant of their Father's, av c-crq pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp vhi vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vhd p-acp px32 dt ds pp-f j n1, pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1201 and the extent of it to the seed of beleevers, and giving them to be born of such favorites to heaven. and the extent of it to the seed of believers, and giving them to be born of such favorites to heaven. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n2 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1202 The great assertors of the Baptisme of grown persons, to defend their notion, doe in the ministration of Grace, darken all relation, The great assertors of the Baptism of grown Persons, to defend their notion, do in the ministration of Grace, darken all Relation, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1203 and disfranchise all Posterity, interpreting the cleer text of Scripture, The promise is to you and your children, by a personal qualification, and disfranchise all Posterity, interpreting the clear text of Scripture, The promise is to you and your children, by a personal qualification, cc vvi d n1, n-vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2, p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1204 when God shall call them; as if the Holy Ghost had spoken nonsence, and used a term of relation in vain, and to no purpose: when God shall call them; as if the Holy Ghost had spoken nonsense, and used a term of Relation in vain, and to no purpose: c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32; c-acp cs dt j n1 vhd vvn n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j, cc p-acp dx n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1205 But certainly when God established a Covenant of Grace, he did not invert natures course, But Certainly when God established a Covenant of Grace, he did not invert nature's course, cc-acp av-j c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1206 but provided relation to derive the priviledges thereof in his Church, as well as other advantages in the world; but provided Relation to derive the privileges thereof in his Church, as well as other advantages in the world; cc-acp vvn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1207 nor did he in the least, intend Religion to be an abridgement of parental right, nor did he in the least, intend Religion to be an abridgement of parental right, ccx vdd pns31 p-acp dt ds, vvb n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1208 and power of dedication of their seed to the service of their God, as well as designation to any worldly trade: and power of dedication of their seed to the service of their God, as well as designation to any worldly trade: cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 p-acp d j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1209 and therefore he appointed a seal of his Covenant and sacred Bond to his own service, whereby subjects meerly passive (as was before noted) might be at the pleasure of Parents to him presented. and Therefore he appointed a seal of his Covenant and sacred Bound to his own service, whereby subject's merely passive (as was before noted) might be At the pleasure of Parents to him presented. cc av pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc j n1 p-acp po31 d n1, c-crq n2-jn av-j j (c-acp vbds p-acp vvn) vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31 vvd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1210 And hereof Infant-Baptisme, is the only visible evidence in the whole world: Root and branches, Parents and Children, are alwaies homogeneal: And hereof Infant-Baptisme, is the only visible evidence in the Whole world: Root and branches, Parents and Children, Are always homogeneal: cc av n1, vbz dt j j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1: n1 cc n2, n2 cc n2, vbr av j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1211 Nature makes all relations to be of the same kinde; Nature makes all relations to be of the same kind; n1 vvz d n2 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1212 and Grace, not inverting Natures order, will have the children, by the dignity of a sacred Ordinance, to be declared of the holy kinde, with their Parents; and Grace, not inverting Nature's order, will have the children, by the dignity of a sacred Ordinance, to be declared of the holy kind, with their Parents; cc n1, xx vvg ng1 n1, vmb vhi dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1, p-acp po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1213 and by this religious badge of Baptisme, be distinguished from other Children of Turks, Jews, and Pagans, who like their Parents, remain prophane and estranged unto God. and by this religious badge of Baptism, be distinguished from other Children of Turks, jews, and Pagans, who like their Parents, remain profane and estranged unto God. cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, vbb vvn p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f np1, np2, cc n2-jn, r-crq av-j po32 n2, vvb j cc vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1214 And thus Infant-Baptisme, doth not only evidence relation and its benefit, the method and order of the Covenant to men within, but also to men without the Church, that it may be to them an encouragement, to lay hold on the Covenant of God, And thus Infant-Baptisme, does not only evidence Relation and its benefit, the method and order of the Covenant to men within, but also to men without the Church, that it may be to them an encouragement, to lay hold on the Covenant of God, cc av n1, vdz xx av-j n1 n1 cc po31 n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 a-acp, cc-acp av p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1215 for that they doe not only provide for their own personal term, but see Grace also extended to their issue, on the very ground of relation natural unto them, under a Christian qualification. for that they do not only provide for their own personal term, but see Grace also extended to their issue, on the very ground of Relation natural unto them, under a Christian qualification. c-acp cst pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp po32 d j n1, cc-acp vvb n1 av vvn p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp pno32, p-acp dt njp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1216 And this is especially profitable to the Jew, who having had the Covenant of God to themselves and seed natural, And this is especially profitable to the Jew, who having had the Covenant of God to themselves and seed natural, cc d vbz av-j j p-acp dt np1, r-crq vhg vhn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32 cc n1 j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1217 as their seed, and that witnessed by the initiating seal of Circumcision, set in the flesh of their children, must needs stumble at the new Covenant, as their seed, and that witnessed by the initiating seal of Circumcision, Set in the Flesh of their children, must needs Stumble At the new Covenant, c-acp po32 n1, cc cst vvd p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vmb av vvi p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1218 if it exclude their issue, as hath been before noted: if it exclude their issue, as hath been before noted: cs pn31 vvi po32 n1, c-acp vhz vbn a-acp vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1219 So that the Infant-Baptisme, so cleerly witnessing the order of the Covenant and benefit of relation to beleeving Parents, to the comfort of men within the Church, So that the Infant-Baptisme, so clearly witnessing the order of the Covenant and benefit of Relation to believing Parents, to the Comfort of men within the Church, av cst dt n1, av av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1220 and encouragement of men without the Church, it must needs be more profitable than the Baptisme at grown years, which curtails the Covenant, cuts off Posterity, casts out of the Church, all relation natural, and encouragement of men without the Church, it must needs be more profitable than the Baptism At grown Years, which curtails the Covenant, cuts off Posterity, Cast out of the Church, all Relation natural, cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av vbi av-dc j cs dt n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, r-crq vvz dt n1, vvz a-acp n1, vvz av pp-f dt n1, d n1 j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1221 and maketh all ministrations of Grace to be meerly personal. and makes all ministrations of Grace to be merely personal. cc vv2 d n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 28
1222 The third benefit of Infant Baptisme is, That it enlargeth the bounds, and establisheth the being of the Church of God; The third benefit of Infant Baptism is, That it enlarges the bounds, and Establisheth the being of the Church of God; dt ord n1 pp-f n1 n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz dt n2, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1223 but the baptisme of grown men doth much confine the borders, and hazard the being of the Church. but the Baptism of grown men does much confine the borders, and hazard the being of the Church. p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2 vdz d vvi dt n2, cc vvi dt vbg pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1224 Infant Baptisme doth enlarge the Church by the spreading of it through whole Families, Countries and Nations; Infant Baptism does enlarge the Church by the spreading of it through Whole Families, Countries and nations; n1 n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp j-jn n2, n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1225 persons are private and perishing but posterity is publique and flourishing; holy seede is the Churches nurserie, whilest grown trees are fading; Persons Are private and perishing but posterity is public and flourishing; holy seed is the Churches nursery, whilst grown trees Are fading; n2 vbr j cc vvg p-acp n1 vbz j cc j-vvg; j n1 vbz dt ng1 n1, cs vvn n2 vbr vvg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1226 Lambs are the increase of Christs Fold, when old-sheep are few and dying, and succession is the surest title and strongest ground of claime: Lambs Are the increase of Christ Fold, when old-sheep Are few and dying, and succession is the Surest title and Strongest ground of claim: n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb, c-crq n1 vbr d cc vvg, cc n1 vbz dt js n1 cc js n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1227 when from generation to generation the Church of God is continued in a constant Race, from Father to Son, it is much established against hellish opposition. when from generation to generation the Church of God is continued in a constant Raze, from Father to Son, it is much established against hellish opposition. c-crq p-acp n1 p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av-d vvn p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1228 Nature hath made all living Creatures seminall that they might multiply and continue: Nature hath made all living Creatures seminal that they might multiply and continue: n1 vhz vvn d j-vvg n2 j-jn cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1229 the course of providence is the same to the Church that it is to the World: the course of providence is the same to the Church that it is to the World: dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt d p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1230 certainly the only wise God well knew the best way to enlarge and establish his owne kingdome upon Earth; Certainly the only wise God well knew the best Way to enlarge and establish his own Kingdom upon Earth; av-j dt j j np1 av vvd dt js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 d n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1231 and hee, though hee founded his Church in an old stock, yet order'd the spreading of it by naturall branches, and he, though he founded his Church in an old stock, yet ordered the spreading of it by natural branches, cc pns31, cs pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, av vvn dt j-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1232 and preservation of it by posteritie: and preservation of it by posterity: cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1233 The method of God must needs bee the same in the maintenance of his Church under the new, The method of God must needs be the same in the maintenance of his Church under the new, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av vbi dt d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1234 as it was under the old Testament, and hee that takes up his Church from one Nation, on designe to extend it through all the nations of the World, would never plant it only in personall perishing plants, as it was under the old Testament, and he that Takes up his Church from one nation, on Design to extend it through all the Nations of the World, would never plant it only in personal perishing plants, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 cst vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp crd n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vmd av-x vvi pn31 av-j p-acp j j-vvg n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1235 but provide for their scattering an holy-seede for its increase and succession. but provide for their scattering an holy-seed for its increase and succession. cc-acp vvb p-acp po32 vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1236 The promise of the Churches increase in Gospell times, is noted to be by Children; the promise is expresse, I will lift up my Standard to the Gentiles, The promise of the Churches increase in Gospel times, is noted to be by Children; the promise is express, I will lift up my Standard to the Gentiles, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp n1 n2, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n2; dt n1 vbz j, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n2-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1237 and they shall bring thy sonnes in their armes, and thy daughters on their shoulders, Isa. 49.22. and they shall bring thy Sons in their arms, and thy daughters on their shoulders, Isaiah 49.22. cc pns32 vmb vvi po21 n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc po21 n2 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1238 Our own observation must needs witnesse the bounds of the Church is much enlarged by Infant Baptisme; more are ingaged to God by an early incorporation to his Church, Our own observation must needs witness the bounds of the Church is much enlarged by Infant Baptism; more Are engaged to God by an early incorporation to his Church, np1 d n1 vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp n1 n1; n1 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1239 then their owne personall choice, for where wee see one man take up Christianity so much as to the profession of it, on terms of choyce, wee see hundreds engaged therein by parental profession, then their own personal choice, for where we see one man take up Christianity so much as to the profession of it, on terms of choice, we see hundreds engaged therein by parental profession, cs po32 d j n1, c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb crd n1 vvi a-acp np1 av av-d c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb crd vvn av p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1240 and baptismall obligation in their infancy; and baptismal obligation in their infancy; cc j n1 p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1241 if an essay hereof were made in America, how small would bee the number of them that should own God and Christ, by being baptized in grown yeeres, if an essay hereof were made in America, how small would be the number of them that should own God and christ, by being baptised in grown Years, cs dt n1 av vbdr vvn p-acp np1, c-crq j vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vmd d np1 cc np1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp j-vvn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1242 and how numerous would they bee, by a timely dedication to God, and incorporation to the Church by Infant Baptisme? And again, how many generations, each after other, hath succeeded in the Churches of God in our Nation; and how numerous would they be, by a timely dedication to God, and incorporation to the Church by Infant Baptism? And again, how many generations, each After other, hath succeeded in the Churches of God in our nation; cc c-crq j vmd pns32 vbi, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 n1? cc av, q-crq d n2, d p-acp n-jn, vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1243 but how soon will they be extinct, this Orchard be overspread with the weeds of Atheisme and Heathenisme, but how soon will they be extinct, this Orchard be overspread with the weeds of Atheism and Heathenism, cc-acp q-crq av vmb pns32 vbb j, d n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1244 if Anabaptists Parents doe proceede to breake off their branches from the Olive, and the line of the Covenant from their Posteritie? if Anabaptists Parents do proceed to break off their branches from the Olive, and the line of the Covenant from their Posterity? cs np1 n2 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1? (8) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 28
1245 The fourth benefit of Infant Baptisme, It exciteth Repentance. Baptisme in it selfe is hereunto an argument, The fourth benefit of Infant Baptism, It Exciteth Repentance. Baptism in it self is hereunto an argument, dt ord n1 pp-f n1 n1, pn31 vvz n1. n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vbz av dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1246 but it is more enforced from the season of infancy than grown age; but it is more Enforced from the season of infancy than grown age; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs vvn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1247 humiliatiation for past guilt, and future caution against sin are much enforced by the season of our Baptisme, humiliatiation for past guilt, and future caution against since Are much Enforced by the season of our Baptism, n1 p-acp j n1, cc j-jn n1 p-acp n1 vbr av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1248 and that by pointing out unto us the inclination of our nature, and the kindnesse of our God, both which, meeting with an ingenuous spirit, are very moving and melting considerations; and that by pointing out unto us the inclination of our nature, and the kindness of our God, both which, meeting with an ingenuous Spirit, Are very moving and melting considerations; cc cst p-acp vvg av p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, d r-crq, vvg p-acp dt j n1, vbr av vvg cc j-vvg n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1249 That wee are washed in water, doth witnesse wee are uncleane; That we Are washed in water, does witness we Are unclean; cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, vdz vvi pns12 vbr j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1250 but in that we are washed in this Infant season, before stained with the least actual sin and personal corruption, must needs witness, that in the day of our nativity our father was an Amorite, our mother an Hittite: but in that we Are washed in this Infant season, before stained with the least actual since and personal corruption, must needs witness, that in the day of our Nativity our father was an Amorite, our mother an Hittite: cc-acp p-acp cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 n1, a-acp vvd p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc j n1, vmb av vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 po12 n1 vbds dt n1, po12 n1 dt np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1251 we were polluted in our blood, our navel not cut; we were not washed, nor salted; we were polluted in our blood, our navel not Cut; we were not washed, nor salted; pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1, po12 n1 xx vvn; pns12 vbdr xx vvn, ccx vvd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1252 no eye pitied us, but we were cast out to the loathing of our persons. no eye pitied us, but we were cast out to the loathing of our Persons. dx n1 vvd pno12, cc-acp pns12 vbdr vvn av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1253 If Baptisme be an Ordinance of Remission and Regeneration, it must needs remember its infant subjects, that in their nature there is guilt to be bewailed and pardoned, a foreskin to be violently cut off; If Baptism be an Ordinance of Remission and Regeneration, it must needs Remember its infant subject's, that in their nature there is guilt to be bewailed and pardoned, a foreskin to be violently Cut off; cs n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb av vvi po31 n1 n2-jn, cst p-acp po32 n1 a-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn a-acp; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1254 a pravity unto evil, to be slain; an old man, to be crucified with Christ; a pravity unto evil, to be slave; an old man, to be Crucified with christ; dt n1 p-acp n-jn, pc-acp vbi vvn; dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1255 a corrupt nature, to be watched against with all care and caution, and that not acquired by any personal act or custome of our own, as Baptisme at age imports; a corrupt nature, to be watched against with all care and caution, and that not acquired by any personal act or custom of our own, as Baptism At age imports; dt j n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc cst xx vvn p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 d, c-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1256 but (the more cutting it is to consider) it is imbred in nature, hereditarie to our being & therefore will more easily act in us, more closely adhere to us, but (the more cutting it is to Consider) it is imbred in nature, hereditary to our being & Therefore will more Easily act in us, more closely adhere to us, cc-acp (dt dc vvg pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi) pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, j p-acp po12 n1 cc av n1 av-dc av-j vvi p-acp pno12, dc av-j vvi p-acp pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1257 and doth call for more care to keep it under: and does call for more care to keep it under: cc vdz vvi p-acp dc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1258 true repentance alwayes reflects on the root of sin, in iniquity was I conceived, and in sin did my mother bring me forth, is the first complaint of pensive David, and hereunto Infant-Baptisme doth plainly point us. true Repentance always reflects on the root of since, in iniquity was I conceived, and in since did my mother bring me forth, is the First complaint of pensive David, and hereunto Infant-Baptisme does plainly point us. j n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 vbds pns11 vvn, cc p-acp n1 vdd po11 n1 vvb pno11 av, vbz dt ord n1 pp-f j np1, cc av n1 vdz av-j vvi pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 28
1259 This season of our Baptisme, doth not only acquaint us with our own vile nature, This season of our Baptism, does not only acquaint us with our own vile nature, d n1 pp-f po12 n1, vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 p-acp po12 d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1260 but also affect us with Gods kindness, that will melt the ingenuous soul into mourning and much care, not to offend; but also affect us with God's kindness, that will melt the ingenuous soul into mourning and much care, not to offend; cc-acp av vvb pno12 p-acp npg1 n1, cst vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc d n1, xx pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1261 for the season of our Baptisme doth shew us Gods love to us, as he was the God of our fathers and the God of our youth, and both of them are exceeding aggravations of guilt. for the season of our Baptism does show us God's love to us, as he was the God of our Father's and the God of our youth, and both of them Are exceeding aggravations of guilt. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vdz vvi pno12 ng1 n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc d pp-f pno32 vbr j-vvg n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1262 God often doth charge the sin of Israel under the notion of forsaking the God of their fathers, and the pious in Scripture, did much enforce their humiliation, by the kindnesses God did shew their fathers: And if we consider our selves sealed in infancie by Baptisme, we must needs see God was the God of our fathers, God often does charge the since of Israel under the notion of forsaking the God of their Father's, and the pious in Scripture, did much enforce their humiliation, by the Kindnesses God did show their Father's: And if we Consider our selves sealed in infancy by Baptism, we must needs see God was the God of our Father's, np1 av vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt j p-acp n1, vdd av-d vvi po32 n1, p-acp dt n2 np1 vdd vvi po32 n2: cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb av vvi np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1263 and struck Covenant with them, and was unto them gracious, otherwise we could not have been owned, and struck Covenant with them, and was unto them gracious, otherwise we could not have been owned, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno32, cc vbds p-acp pno32 j, av pns12 vmd xx vhi vbn j-vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1264 as begotten to the Lord, and to be baptized; and therefore the sins we commit, is against our fathers, friend, and God; as begotten to the Lord, and to be baptised; and Therefore the Sins we commit, is against our Father's, friend, and God; c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn; cc av dt n2 pns12 vvb, vbz p-acp po12 n2, n1, cc np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1265 nay they are against the God of our youth, that owned us in the day of our nativity, nay they Are against the God of our youth, that owned us in the day of our Nativity, uh-x pns32 vbr p-acp dt np1 pp-f po12 n1, cst vvd pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1266 and in the loathing of our persons, and said unto us, Live; and in the loathing of our Persons, and said unto us, Live; cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, cc vvd p-acp pno12, vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1267 that took us as his own, sware unto us, and entred into Covenant with us in our very cradle, that took us as his own, sware unto us, and entered into Covenant with us in our very cradle, cst vvd pno12 p-acp po31 d, vvd p-acp pno12, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1268 when we could not choose for our selves, and set the seale of his Covenant in our flesh, when we could not choose for our selves, and Set the seal of his Covenant in our Flesh, c-crq pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1269 and placed us on the knees of his Church, brought us up at his own costs, and placed us on the knees of his Church, brought us up At his own costs, cc vvn pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvd pno12 a-acp p-acp po31 d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1270 and nourished us by his Ordinances, and hath been our God all our dayes. and nourished us by his Ordinances, and hath been our God all our days. cc vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n2, cc vhz vbn po12 n1 d po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1271 Oh! what aggravations of sinne doth this kindness of God afford? How may the Ministers of God speak bitter things against them that daily break the Covenant of their youth, Oh! what aggravations of sin does this kindness of God afford? How may the Ministers of God speak bitter things against them that daily break the Covenant of their youth, uh q-crq n2 pp-f n1 vdz d n1 pp-f np1 vvi? q-crq vmb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb j n2 p-acp pno32 cst av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1272 and deal unfaithfully with the God of their fathers? Me thinks I should heare some pensive soul sitting on its stool of repentance, and deal unfaithfully with the God of their Father's? Me thinks I should hear Some pensive soul sitting on its stool of Repentance, cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2? pno11 vvz pns11 vmd vvi d j n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1273 thus soaking its hard heart in its Infant-baptisme, by such serious contemplations as these. I am baptized: then surely unclean guilt is on my soul; thus soaking its hard heart in its Infant baptism, by such serious contemplations as these. I am baptised: then surely unclean guilt is on my soul; av vvg po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d j n2 c-acp d. pns11 vbm vvn: av av-j j n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1274 the body of corruption possesseth me; if I be not pardoned, I perish: If this old man be not buried with Christ in Baptisme, I am undone. the body of corruption Possesses me; if I be not pardoned, I perish: If this old man be not buried with christ in Baptism, I am undone. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno11; cs pns11 vbb xx vvn, pns11 vvb: cs d j n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns11 vbm vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1275 Must not the water of my baptisme, set the pump of my dry heart on running tears of contrition for this defiled estate of my person: Must not the water of my Baptism, Set the pump of my dry heart on running tears of contrition for this defiled estate of my person: vmb xx dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f po11 j n1 p-acp vvg n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f po11 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1276 of my person; that is not all; of my person; that is not all; pp-f po11 n1; cst vbz xx d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1277 I was baptized in infancie, before I was in the least capable of staining my person. Oh wretched man! my very nature is defiled: I was baptised in infancy, before I was in the least capable of staining my person. O wretched man! my very nature is defiled: pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vbds p-acp dt av-ds j pp-f vvg po11 n1. uh j n1! po11 j n1 vbz vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1278 how can I dream of drawing nigh to God, that am the pudled stream of a polluted fountain? Sinne is my natural temper, how can I dream of drawing High to God, that am the puddled stream of a polluted fountain? Sin is my natural temper, c-crq vmb pns11 vvi pp-f vvg av-j p-acp np1, cst vbm dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1? n1 vbz po11 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1279 and guilt the very image of my father: and guilt the very image of my father: cc n1 dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1280 In iniquity I was conceived, and in sinne brought forth, how shall I be purged from this natural blemish, In iniquity I was conceived, and in sin brought forth, how shall I be purged from this natural blemish, p-acp n1 pns11 vbds vvn, cc p-acp n1 vvd av, q-crq vmb pns11 vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1281 or withstand this imbred corruption? How am I necessitated to live in sinne, for that it is naturalized to my very being? How easily must I needs be drawn to sinfull action, whose very nature is sinfull corruption? If ever I obtain pardon for, or withstand this imbred corruption? How am I necessitated to live in sin, for that it is naturalized to my very being? How Easily must I needs be drawn to sinful actium, whose very nature is sinful corruption? If ever I obtain pardon for, cc vvi d j-vvn n1? c-crq vbm pns11 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po11 j vbg? c-crq av-j vmb pns11 av vbi vvn p-acp j n1, rg-crq j n1 vbz j n1? cs av pns11 vvb n1 p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1282 or power over my sinne, it must needs be an act of especial Grace, the benefit of a peculiar Covenant: or power over my sin, it must needs be an act of especial Grace, the benefit of a peculiar Covenant: cc n1 p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1283 Sure I am, I can never sufficienly lament this sad estate of my nature. Sure I am, I can never sufficiently lament this sad estate of my nature. av-j pns11 vbm, pns11 vmb av-x av-j vvi d j n1 pp-f po11 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1284 Many are the sinfull actions which daily flow from this bitter root, and they sink my soul into the depth of sorrows, when I seriously consider my self baptized: Many Are the sinful actions which daily flow from this bitter root, and they sink my soul into the depth of sorrows, when I seriously Consider my self baptised: av-d vbr dt j n2 r-crq av-j vvb p-acp d j n1, cc pns32 vvb po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns11 av-j vvb po11 n1 vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1285 For hereby I see God, the God of my fathers, and the God of my youth, to have been the object of my offences, against thee, thee only have I offended; For hereby I see God, the God of my Father's, and the God of my youth, to have been the Object of my offences, against thee, thee only have I offended; c-acp av pns11 vvb np1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, p-acp pno21, pno21 av-j vhb pns11 vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1286 thee, the God of my father, to whom thou shewedst favour, and called him out of darkness into thy marvellous light, with whom thou didst establish thy Covenant of Grace, thee, the God of my father, to whom thou shewedst favour, and called him out of darkness into thy marvellous Light, with whom thou didst establish thy Covenant of Grace, pno21, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns21 vvd2 n1, cc vvd pno31 av pp-f n1 p-acp po21 j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi po21 n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1287 and didst extend it to his seed; and didst extend it to his seed; cc vdd2 vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1288 and madest me, miserable me, partakers of it, and so becamest my God from my very being; and Madest me, miserable me, partakers of it, and so becamest my God from my very being; cc vvd2 pno11, j pno11, n2 pp-f pn31, cc av vvd2 po11 np1 p-acp po11 j vbg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1289 thou sawest me in the day of my nativity; thou Sawest me in the day of my Nativity; pns21 vvd2 pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1290 when I lay in my blood in the loathing of my person, thy eye pitied me, thou said'st unto me, Live; when I lay in my blood in the loathing of my person, thy eye pitied me, thou Said unto me, Live; c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po11 n1, po21 n1 vvd pno11, pns21 vvd2 p-acp pno11, vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1291 thou spakest kindly unto me, swarest to me, and entred'st into Covenant with me, and madest me thine own; thou spokest kindly unto me, swarest to me, and entred'st into Covenant with me, and Madest me thine own; pns21 vvd2 j p-acp pno11, vvd2 p-acp pno11, cc vvd2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno11, cc vvd2 pno11 po21 d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1292 layedst me in the lap of thy Church, nourishedst me by thine Ordinances: laidst me in the lap of thy Church, nourishedst me by thine Ordinances: vvd2 pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, vvd2 pno11 p-acp po21 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1293 Thou by timely engaging me to thy self, did'st prevent my wicked choice and Satan his malicious purpose of possessing me as a vassal of his kingdome; Thou by timely engaging me to thy self, didst prevent my wicked choice and Satan his malicious purpose of possessing me as a vassal of his Kingdom; pns21 p-acp j vvg pno11 p-acp po21 n1, vdd2 vvi po11 j n1 cc np1 po31 j n1 pp-f vvg pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1294 all my dayes thou hast done me good, yet wretched I, have sinned against such a God; all my days thou hast done me good, yet wretched I, have sinned against such a God; d po11 n2 pns21 vh2 vdn pno11 j, av j pns11, vhb vvn p-acp d dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1295 ungratefull I, have been ready to forsake thee my God, and my fathers God, and have dealt falsly in thy Covenant. ungrateful I, have been ready to forsake thee my God, and my Father's God, and have dealt falsely in thy Covenant. j pns11, vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi pno21 po11 np1, cc po11 ng1 n1, cc vhb vvn av-j p-acp po21 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1296 It might be just with thee, to deal with me as I have dealt with thee, It might be just with thee, to deal with me as I have dealt with thee, pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1297 when I despised the oath in breaking the Covenant; when I despised the oath in breaking the Covenant; c-crq pns11 vvd dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1298 but in thy mercy, Lord, I pray thee, Remember thy Covenant thou madest to me in the dayes of my youth, and establish it for an everlasting Covenant, that I may know the Lord, that I may remember and be ashamed, but in thy mercy, Lord, I pray thee, remember thy Covenant thou Madest to me in the days of my youth, and establish it for an everlasting Covenant, that I may know the Lord, that I may Remember and be ashamed, p-acp p-acp po21 n1, n1, pns11 vvb pno21, vvb po21 n1 pns21 vvd2 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi cc vbi j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1299 and never open my mouth any more, because of my shame, when thou art pacified towards me, and never open my Mouth any more, Because of my shame, when thou art pacified towards me, cc av-x vvb po11 n1 d dc, c-acp pp-f po11 n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pno11, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1300 for all that I have done against the God of my father, and the God of my youth: for all that I have done against the God of my father, and the God of my youth: c-acp d cst pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1301 Now will I live in loyalty to so good a God, if thou wilt give me to be sanctified by the blood of sprinkling, Now will I live in loyalty to so good a God, if thou wilt give me to be sanctified by the blood of sprinkling, av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp av j dt n1, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1302 and my old man to be crucified by Baptisme, which by thy Grace shall be the awe of my soul and answer of my heart unto every temptation to sin against thee. and my old man to be Crucified by Baptism, which by thy Grace shall be the awe of my soul and answer of my heart unto every temptation to sin against thee. cc po11 j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp po21 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 28
1303 This benefit cannot be effected by adult Baptisme, which affords no such matter of meditation, apprehending the dispensations of God to be only personal, This benefit cannot be effected by adult Baptism, which affords no such matter of meditation, apprehending the dispensations of God to be only personal, d n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1 n1, r-crq vvz dx d n1 pp-f n1, vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi av-j j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 28
1304 and therefore to be personally improved. and Therefore to be personally improved. cc av pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 28
1305 The fifth Benefit of Infant-Baptisme is, that it enforceth faith towards God. Baptisme, as a seal of the promise, pledge of love, The fifth Benefit of Infant-Baptisme is, that it enforceth faith towards God. Baptism, as a seal of the promise, pledge of love, dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz n1 p-acp np1. n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1306 and sanctifying Ordinance of God, is a ground of faith pleadable in prayer by all its subjects, and sanctifying Ordinance of God, is a ground of faith pleadable in prayer by all its subject's, cc j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1307 but receiveth not a little force from the season of its application in infancie; but receives not a little force from the season of its application in infancy; cc-acp vvz xx dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1308 whilest it self witnesseth the Covenant it seals, the season of its use witnesseth the extent of the Covenant to beleevers and their seed, whilst it self Witnesseth the Covenant it Seals, the season of its use Witnesseth the extent of the Covenant to believers and their seed, cs pn31 n1 vvz dt n1 pn31 vvz, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 cc po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1309 and creates a ground, on which to claim protection, as well by early seizure, as covenant proprietie, not to note how all the Graces of God, in order to salvation and good things of this life, and creates a ground, on which to claim protection, as well by early seizure, as Covenant propriety, not to note how all the Graces of God, in order to salvation and good things of this life, cc vvz dt n1, p-acp r-crq pc-acp vvi n1, c-acp av p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 n1, xx pc-acp vvi c-crq d dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc j n2 pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1310 even all things pertaining to life and godliness, are assured to the soul by Baptisme, as the seal of the Covenant. even all things pertaining to life and godliness, Are assured to the soul by Baptism, as the seal of the Covenant. av d n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1311 The Parent can with faith thus plead from the season. The Parent can with faith thus plead from the season. dt n1 vmb p-acp n1 av vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1312 Lord, my childe is thine in Covenant, to thee begotten, to thee dedicated, by thy seal on his flesh: Oh! wilt thou own him: Remember him; take care of him; establish thy Covenant with him; Lord, my child is thine in Covenant, to thee begotten, to thee dedicated, by thy seal on his Flesh: Oh! wilt thou own him: remember him; take care of him; establish thy Covenant with him; n1, po11 n1 vbz png21 p-acp n1, p-acp pno21 vvn, p-acp pno21 vvn, p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1: uh vm2 pns21 vvi pno31: vvb pno31; vvb n1 pp-f pno31; vvb po21 n1 p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1313 let all the graces of thy promise be performed to him; let not Satan seduce him from thy service, to which he is so soon sealed. let all the graces of thy promise be performed to him; let not Satan seduce him from thy service, to which he is so soon sealed. vvb d dt n2 pp-f po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno31; vvb xx np1 vvi pno31 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av av vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1314 How much doe I owe to thee, that makest Grace to run through Natures channel, my loins? Lord, let him in time know, How much do I owe to thee, that Makest Grace to run through Nature's channel, my loins? Lord, let him in time know, c-crq d vdb pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, cst vv2 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, po11 n2? n1, vvb pno31 p-acp n1 vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1315 and have faith to claim his interest: and have faith to claim his Interest: cc vhb n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1316 keep him from the property of prophane Esau, that he despise not his birth-right in thy Covenant, which thou hast sealed to him in the sight of thy people, by his baptisme. keep him from the property of profane Esau, that he despise not his birthright in thy Covenant, which thou hast sealed to him in the sighed of thy people, by his Baptism. vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, cst pns31 vvb xx po31 n1 p-acp po21 n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1317 And as the Parent so the person baptized, acting faith in the Ordinance, doth thus enforce it from his Infant season of enjoyment of it. And as the Parent so the person baptised, acting faith in the Ordinance, does thus enforce it from his Infant season of enjoyment of it. cc p-acp dt n1 av dt n1 vvn, vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, vdz av vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1 n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1318 God is a gracious God, in calling my parents; he had respect unto my good, before I had a being; God is a gracious God, in calling my Parents; he had respect unto my good, before I had a being; np1 vbz dt j np1, p-acp vvg po11 n2; pns31 vhd n1 p-acp po11 j, c-acp pns11 vhd dt vbg; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1319 he graciously established wth them a Covenant, which he extended to their seed; he graciously established with them a Covenant, which he extended to their seed; pns31 av-j vvd p-acp pno32 dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1320 I no sooner sprang from the womb, but he owned me as his own, and called me by his name, I no sooner sprang from the womb, but he owned me as his own, and called me by his name, pns11 av-dx av-c vvd p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd pno11 p-acp po31 d, cc vvd pno11 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1321 and set the seal of his Covenant in my flesh: and Set the seal of his Covenant in my Flesh: cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1322 as studious to forestall the choice of my corrupt will (which would never have chosen him) he challenged me, as studious to forestall the choice of my corrupt will (which would never have chosen him) he challenged me, c-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 j n1 (r-crq vmd av-x vhi vvn pno31) pns31 vvd pno11, (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1323 and caused me to be dedicated to his service, as sensible of Satans malice; and caused me to be dedicated to his service, as sensible of Satan malice; cc vvd pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp j pp-f npg1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1324 he made an early seizure of me, and set his mark upon me, and before there was in me the least of act or qualification; he made an early seizure of me, and Set his mark upon me, and before there was in me the least of act or qualification; pns31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f pno11, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno11, cc a-acp a-acp vbds p-acp pno11 dt av-ds pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1325 he sanctified me to himself by the washing of water. he sanctified me to himself by the washing of water. pns31 vvd pno11 p-acp px31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1326 What ever doubts may deter me, I will now draw nigh unto him, and depend upon him; What ever doubts may deter me, I will now draw High unto him, and depend upon him; q-crq av vvz vmb vvi pno11, pns11 vmb av vvi av-j p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1327 for he that was so soon gracious in extending and sealing to me the Covenant, will faithfully perform it: for he that was so soon gracious in extending and sealing to me the Covenant, will faithfully perform it: c-acp pns31 cst vbds av av j p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp pno11 dt n1, vmb av-j vvi pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1328 My condemnation will be most just, if I, having such grounds of faith, should be cut off by reason of unbelief: My condemnation will be most just, if I, having such grounds of faith, should be Cut off by reason of unbelief: po11 n1 vmb vbi av-ds j, cs pns11, vhg d n2 pp-f n1, vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1329 now I will walk before, and wait upon him; now I will walk before, and wait upon him; av pns11 vmb vvi a-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1330 for he will not now forsake me, or suffer Satan to repossess me, and take me out of his house and family. for he will not now forsake me, or suffer Satan to repossess me, and take me out of his house and family. c-acp pns31 vmb xx av vvi pno11, cc vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno11, cc vvb pno11 av pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 28
1331 The sixth Benefit of Infant-Baptisme is, That it engageth more to duty, than adult Baptisme. The sixth Benefit of Infant-Baptisme is, That it engageth more to duty, than adult Baptism. dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz av-dc p-acp n1, cs n1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1332 Herein it is of use to the Parent and baptized child. How much of argument doth Infant-Baptisme press upon the Parent, to the due instruction and education of his baptized child. Herein it is of use to the Parent and baptised child. How much of argument does Infant-Baptisme press upon the Parent, to the due instruction and education of his baptised child. av pn31 vbz pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j-vvn n1. c-crq d pp-f n1 vdz n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1333 Not to speak any thing of the benefit of catechising it self, the Parent hath reason to refl•ct the Baptisme of his child in its infant estate, to convince him, That if God hath been so gracious to extend a Covenant of Salvation to his seed; Not to speak any thing of the benefit of catechising it self, the Parent hath reason to refl•ct the Baptism of his child in its infant estate, to convince him, That if God hath been so gracious to extend a Covenant of Salvation to his seed; xx pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-vvg pn31 n1, dt n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31, cst cs np1 vhz vbn av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1334 he must have so much grace as to make them know Gods goodness, and understand the extent of the Covenant: he must have so much grace as to make them know God's Goodness, and understand the extent of the Covenant: pns31 vmb vhi av d n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi npg1 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1335 If God hath caused their loins to convey grace as well as sinne, their care must be that the grace of God be not received in vain. If God hath caused their loins to convey grace as well as sin, their care must be that the grace of God be not received in vain. cs np1 vhz vvn po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, po32 n1 vmb vbi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx vvn p-acp j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1336 The childs ignorance of interest in conceded honours and priviledges, is the baseness of education, and blot of natural affection: The child's ignorance of Interest in conceded honours and privileges, is the baseness of education, and blot of natural affection: dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvd n2 cc n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1337 If by their Parental power they have dedicated them to Father, Son, and holy Ghost, it is their part to make them know to what they are devoted. If by their Parental power they have dedicated them to Father, Son, and holy Ghost, it is their part to make them know to what they Are devoted. cs p-acp po32 j n1 pns32 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp n1, n1, cc j n1, pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1338 And as it bindes the Parents to the duty of education, so the child to carefull observation: And as it binds the Parents to the duty of education, so the child to careful observation: cc c-acp pn31 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 p-acp j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1339 Early adoption is the greatest argument of filial observation that can be: Early adoption is the greatest argument of filial observation that can be: av-j n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f j n1 cst vmb vbi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1340 the child taken off the Stall, is more bound to the will of Parents, than the man at years adopted to inherit; the child taken off the Stall, is more bound to the will of Parents, than the man At Years adopted to inherit; dt n1 vvn a-acp dt n1, vbz av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cs dt n1 p-acp n2 vvn pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1341 the one is the object of more pitie, subject of more care, cost and charge, but of lesse service and obedience; the one is the Object of more pity, Subject of more care, cost and charge, but of less service and Obedience; dt pi vbz dt n1 pp-f dc n1, j-jn pp-f dc n1, n1 cc n1, cc-acp pp-f av-dc n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1342 therefore bound more to duty than the other. Therefore bound more to duty than the other. av vvd av-dc p-acp n1 cs dt n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1343 Infant-Baptism giveth cause to sing with Israel, He is our God and our fathers God, we will exalt him, Exod. 15.2. and with David I am thy servant, the son of thy handmaid; Infant baptism gives cause to sing with Israel, He is our God and our Father's God, we will exalt him, Exod 15.2. and with David I am thy servant, the son of thy handmaid; n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbz po12 n1 cc po12 ng1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1 pns11 vbm po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1344 I will offer sacrifice, and call upon thy name, Psal. 116.16.17. We must not think as heirs of dignity to wear Gods livery in our cradles, I will offer sacrifice, and call upon thy name, Psalm 116.16.17. We must not think as Heirs of dignity to wear God's livery in our cradles, pns11 vmb vvi n1, cc vvb p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd. pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1345 but must know, it makes us also heirs of duty, to yeeld loyalty to him all our dayes. but must know, it makes us also Heirs of duty, to yield loyalty to him all our days. cc-acp vmb vvi, pn31 vvz pno12 av n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 d po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1346 Parental dedication to God, layeth on us the duty of observation: Parental dedication to God, Layeth on us the duty of observation: j n1 p-acp np1, vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1347 Shall Parents proclaim dayes of purim to be observed in all generations, and posterity dare to pretermit them? Whether we consider Gods pitie or our Parents power sparkling in our Infant-Baptism, both impose on us duty; Shall Parents proclaim days of purim to be observed in all generations, and posterity Dare to pretermit them? Whither we Consider God's pity or our Parents power sparkling in our Infant baptism, both impose on us duty; vmb n2 vvi n2 pp-f j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, cc n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32? cs pns12 vvb ng1 n1 cc po12 ng2 n1 vvg p-acp po12 n1, d vvb p-acp pno12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1348 & the nature of our Baptism (the effect of both) binds us to fight at Gods command under Christ his Banner against every iniquity and vice, to the discharge of every duty of Religion; & the nature of our Baptism (the Effect of both) binds us to fight At God's command under christ his Banner against every iniquity and vice, to the discharge of every duty of Religion; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 (dt n1 pp-f d) vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 vvb p-acp np1 po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1349 but neither faith nor obedience can be so enforced by the Baptisme of grown persons, which deny relations natural to be of any use in things of Salvation, but neither faith nor Obedience can be so Enforced by the Baptism of grown Persons, which deny relations natural to be of any use in things of Salvation, cc-acp dx n1 ccx n1 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, r-crq vvb n2 j pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1350 and doth greatly darken the method and order of the Covenant of Grace and Salvation. and does greatly darken the method and order of the Covenant of Grace and Salvation. cc vdz av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 28
1351 The seventh and last Benefit of Infant-Baptisme is, That it encourageth under death; and that either the Child or Parents. We read in primitive times of Infant Martyrs, certainly they were thereunto prepared by a knowledge of their interest in the Covenant. The seventh and last Benefit of Infant-Baptisme is, That it Encourageth under death; and that either the Child or Parents. We read in primitive times of Infant Martyrs, Certainly they were thereunto prepared by a knowledge of their Interest in the Covenant. dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz p-acp n1; cc cst d dt n1 cc n2. pns12 vvb p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 n2, av-j pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1352 In vain should the miserable mother encourage the scourged thirsty child, to remember the cup of which Isaac drank, and patiently to bear its present torments, In vain should the miserable mother encourage the scourged thirsty child, to Remember the cup of which Isaac drank, and patiently to bear its present torments, p-acp j vmd dt j n1 vvi dt vvn j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvd, cc av-j pc-acp vvi po31 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1353 for that it should be shortly crowned with eternal glory, if the child at eight years of age had not understood the Covenant of God, for that it should be shortly crowned with Eternal glory, if the child At eight Years of age had not understood the Covenant of God, c-acp cst pn31 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp j n1, cs dt n1 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1 vhd xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1354 and been catechised in its baptisme. and been catechised in its Baptism. cc vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1355 Our Anabaptists will never afford us babie Martyrs, that will not allow us babie Christians. And as for Parents, Our Anabaptists will never afford us baby Martyrs, that will not allow us baby Christians. And as for Parents, np1 np1 vmb av-x vvi pno12 n1 n2, cst vmb xx vvi pno12 n1 np1. cc c-acp p-acp n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1356 if their childrens interest in the Covenant and right to Baptisme, doe not support them under the death of their babes, I (a parent of dead children) doe demand, what can? That they are by nature children of wrath, must not be denyed; if their Children's Interest in the Covenant and right to Baptism, do not support them under the death of their babes, I (a parent of dead children) do demand, what can? That they Are by nature children of wrath, must not be denied; cs po32 ng2 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n-jn p-acp n1, vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns11 (dt n1 pp-f j n2) vdb vvi, q-crq vmb? cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1 n2 pp-f n1, vmb xx vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1357 that they fall into a limbus Infantum, must be denyed by all that abhor Poperie: that they fallen into a limbus Infantum, must be denied by all that abhor Popery: cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1358 that they are saved there remains no hope, whilest we see them out of the Ark of salvation. that they Are saved there remains no hope, whilst we see them out of the Ark of salvation. cst pns32 vbr vvn a-acp vvz dx n1, cs pns12 vvb pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1359 What unusual way the Anabaptists run upon for their own comfort, they have not yet declared, nor will Scripture warrant any. What unusual Way the Anabaptists run upon for their own Comfort, they have not yet declared, nor will Scripture warrant any. q-crq j n1 dt np1 vvb p-acp p-acp po32 d n1, pns32 vhb xx av vvn, ccx vmb n1 vvi d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1360 Were it not for Infants interest in the Covenant, sealed in their Baptism, I should mourn over my dead children, as without hope. Were it not for Infants Interest in the Covenant, sealed in their Baptism, I should mourn over my dead children, as without hope. vbdr pn31 xx c-acp ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po11 j n2, c-acp p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 28
1361 You see now, that there is not only warrant in Scripture for the Baptisme of your Infants, You see now, that there is not only warrant in Scripture for the Baptism of your Infants, pn22 vvb av, cst pc-acp vbz xx av-j vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 28
1362 but there is much of profit by it. Whilest others are beating the controversie, doe you study the practice of Infant-Baptisme. but there is much of profit by it. Whilst Others Are beating the controversy, do you study the practice of Infant-Baptisme. cc-acp pc-acp vbz d pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. cs n2-jn vbr vvg dt n1, vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 28
1363 Let not seducers beguile your simple souls, by pretending Infant-Baptisme is unlawfull, because unusefull: But seeing there is so much profit in the Ordinance, Let not seducers beguile your simple Souls, by pretending Infant-Baptisme is unlawful, Because unuseful: But seeing there is so much profit in the Ordinance, vvb xx n2 vvi po22 j n2, p-acp vvg n1 vbz j, c-acp j: cc-acp vvg a-acp vbz av av-d vvi p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 28
1364 and so much in the season of its application, prize it, pursue it, and preserve it to the Church: and so much in the season of its application, prize it, pursue it, and preserve it to the Church: cc av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pn31, vvb pn31, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 28
1365 Let your children be baptized in their Infancie, and catechised according to their growing capacitie, that through ignorance they may not throw away their birth-right, Let your children be baptised in their Infancy, and catechised according to their growing capacity, that through ignorance they may not throw away their birthright, vvb po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc vvn vvg p-acp po32 j-vvg n1, cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmb xx vvi av po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 28
1366 but may duly know the duty and dignity thereof, and d•mean themselves as baptized souls. but may duly know the duty and dignity thereof, and d•mean themselves as baptised Souls. cc-acp vmb av-jn vvi dt n1 cc n1 av, cc vvi px32 p-acp vvn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 28
1367 The fifth and last exhortation is to Church-gathering saints, To admit the baptized into the approaches to God, in the assemblies of his people. The fifth and last exhortation is to Church-gathering Saints, To admit the baptised into the Approaches to God, in the assemblies of his people. dt ord cc ord n1 vbz p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1368 Make no bar of division to such as we are the badge of union. Make no bar of division to such as we Are the badge of Union. vvb dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d c-acp pns12 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1369 If Baptisme doe incorporate into the Church, and consecrate unto God, why doe you deny the relation of the baptized, If Baptism do incorporate into the Church, and consecrate unto God, why do you deny the Relation of the baptised, cs n1 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp np1, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1370 or their fitness for divine service? either deny Baptisme to be the dore of admission into the Church of Christ, or their fitness for divine service? either deny Baptism to be the door of admission into the Church of christ, cc po32 n1 p-acp j-jn n1? av-d vvb n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1371 or throw down your Church Covenant agreement or experiences of graces, as to entrance into a Church state. or throw down your Church Covenant agreement or experiences of graces, as to Entrance into a Church state. cc vvb a-acp po22 n1 n1 n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1372 Deny Baptisme to be the Church constituting Bond, or talk not of gathering Churches from among baptized souls: Deny Baptism to be the Church constituting Bound, or talk not of gathering Churches from among baptised Souls: vvb n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvg n1, cc vvb xx pp-f vvg n2 p-acp p-acp j-vvn n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1373 Affect not to your selves the terms and titles of saints, brethren, beleevers, Church, and the like, whil•st those you despise have as good, na• (by reason of your sinfull schisme) a better title thereunto than your selves. Affect not to your selves the terms and titles of Saints, brothers, believers, Church, and the like, whil•st those you despise have as good, na• (by reason of your sinful Schism) a better title thereunto than your selves. vvb xx p-acp po22 n2 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n1, cc dt j, vvb d pn22 vvb vhb p-acp j, n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f po22 j n1) dt jc n1 av cs po22 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1374 If Baptisme be the ground of confidence in access to God, who are you that make it void? Is not the straitning of the Church dore as dangerous as setting it wide open? Will it not be equally provoking to God to let doggs into his house, If Baptism be the ground of confidence in access to God, who Are you that make it void? Is not the straightening of the Church door as dangerous as setting it wide open? Will it not be equally provoking to God to let Dogs into his house, cs n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbr pn22 cst vvb pn31 j? vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 c-acp j c-acp vvg pn31 av-j vvi? n1 pn31 xx vbi av-j vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1375 and to keep children out; to pollute his holy things by the unbaptized, and bar the baptized from his worship? If men baptized walk disorderly, endeavor by discipline to reduce them: deny not their interest: drive them not from God: and to keep children out; to pollute his holy things by the unbaptized, and bar the baptised from his worship? If men baptised walk disorderly, endeavour by discipline to reduce them: deny not their Interest: drive them not from God: cc p-acp vvb n2 av; pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 p-acp dt j-vvn, cc vvb dt j-vvn p-acp po31 n1? cs n2 vvn vvb j, vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: vvb xx po32 n1: vvb pno32 xx p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1376 make it not your designe to paganize the Christians among whom you dwel, that some few of them may be brought into your Church-way. make it not your Design to paganize the Christians among whom you dwell, that Some few of them may be brought into your Churchway. vvb pn31 xx po22 n1 pc-acp vvi dt njpg2 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vvi, cst d d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1377 Weigh well the nature of Baptism, if it do not charge your way with wickedness, I know not how to judge. Weigh well the nature of Baptism, if it do not charge your Way with wickedness, I know not how to judge. vvb av dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vdb xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1378 If Baptism rightly apprehended, be not the engine to batter Independencie, I dare renounce my skil in militaries. If Baptism rightly apprehended, be not the engine to batter Independency, I Dare renounce my skill in militaries. cs n1 av-jn vvn, vbb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pns11 vvb vvb po11 n1 p-acp n2-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1379 Let not God say, draw neer in full assurance, having your bodies washed with pure water; Let not God say, draw near in full assurance, having your bodies washed with pure water; vvb xx np1 vvi, vvb av-j p-acp j n1, vhg po22 n2 vvn p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1380 and you say to your baptized Brethren, stand thou further from me, I am holier than thou. and you say to your baptised Brothers, stand thou further from me, I am Holier than thou. cc pn22 vvb p-acp po22 j-vvn n2, vvb pns21 av-jc p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm jc cs pns21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 28
1381 Thus then I have noted to you the nature of Baptisme, the outward Ordinance, and the duties that flow from its consecrating nature; Thus then I have noted to you the nature of Baptism, the outward Ordinance, and the duties that flow from its consecrating nature; av av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, cc dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po31 vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 28
1382 which rightly understood, will convince much error, and correct many sinfull practises: which rightly understood, will convince much error, and correct many sinful practises: r-crq av-jn vvd, vmb vvi d n1, cc vvi d j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 28
1383 Which that it may doe, God, Father, Son, and holy Ghost, in whose holy Name we are baptized, follow it with his blessing. Amen. FINIS. Which that it may do, God, Father, Son, and holy Ghost, in whose holy Name we Are baptised, follow it with his blessing. Amen. FINIS. r-crq d pn31 vmb vdi, np1, n1, n1, cc j n1, p-acp rg-crq j n1 pns12 vbr vvn, vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1. uh-n. fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 28

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