Mercy in her exaltation. Or, A soveraigne antidote against fear of the second death. In a sermon preached at the funeral of Daniel Taylor Esq; in Stephens Colemanstreet London, on the twentieth day of April, an. 1655.

Goodwin, John, 1594?-1665
Publisher: Printed by J Macock for H Eversden and are to be sold at his shop at the signe of the Grey hound in Paul s Churchyard
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1655
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A85403 ESTC ID: R202308 STC ID: G1181
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- James II, 13; Funeral sermons; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Taylor, Daniel, ca. 1614-1655;
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0 JAMES 2. 13. And Mercy rejoyceth against Judgement. JAMES 2. 13. And Mercy Rejoiceth against Judgement. np1 crd crd cc n1 vvz p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THe Dead (as David 's meditation long since awarded the case) praise not the Lord; meaning, by any thing they now do in the state and condition of death: THe Dead (as David is meditation long since awarded the case) praise not the Lord; meaning, by any thing they now do in the state and condition of death: dt j (c-acp np1 vbz n1 j c-acp vvn dt n1) vvb xx dt n1; vvg, p-acp d n1 pns32 av vdb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 only by those things which they did whilest they were yet living, if they were proper for such a service, they may, only by those things which they did whilst they were yet living, if they were proper for such a service, they may, av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vdd cs pns32 vbdr av vvg, cs pns32 vbdr j p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vmb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 though now dead, be said to praise him; though now dead, be said to praise him; cs av j, vbb vvn p-acp vvb pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 as the holy Ghost said concerning Abel some thousands of yeers after his death, that by the Sacrifice, which he offered by Faith unto God, as the holy Ghost said Concerning Abel Some thousands of Years After his death, that by the Sacrifice, which he offered by Faith unto God, c-acp dt j n1 vvd vvg np1 d crd pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 whilest he was living, being dead, he yet speaketh a. And if the dead praise not God, neither shall I praise them, whilst he was living, being dead, he yet speaks a. And if the dead praise not God, neither shall I praise them, cs pns31 vbds vvg, vbg j, pns31 av vvz n1 cc cs dt j n1 xx np1, d vmb pns11 vvi pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 but leave this to their works, by which they praise him (if they praise him at all.) If what they did, but leave this to their works, by which they praise him (if they praise him At all.) If what they did, cc-acp vvb d p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pno31 (cs pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp d.) cs r-crq pns32 vdd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 whilst they were living, was judged by them sufficient to praise God, we cannot well but judge the same sufficient to praise them also, whether it was much they did upon that account, or whether little. while they were living, was judged by them sufficient to praise God, we cannot well but judge the same sufficient to praise them also, whither it was much they did upon that account, or whither little. cs pns32 vbdr vvg, vbds vvn p-acp pno32 j p-acp vvb np1, pns12 vmbx av cc-acp vvi dt d j pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cs pn31 vbds d pns32 vdd p-acp d n1, cc cs j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 For if they did much for the praise of God, whilest they lived, such a proportion of goodness will lift up their praises also on high, being dead. For if they did much for the praise of God, whilst they lived, such a proportion of Goodness will lift up their praises also on high, being dead. p-acp cs pns32 vdd d p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1, cs pns32 vvd, d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 av p-acp j, vbg j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 If they did little, great praises would be uncomly for them, and could not be answered for before God by those, that shall adorn their Names with them. If they did little, great praises would be uncomely for them, and could not be answered for before God by those, that shall adorn their Names with them. cs pns32 vdd av-j, j n2 vmd vbi j p-acp pno32, cc vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp np1 p-acp d, cst vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 It is well known to a great part of you, who now hear me, that for several years past, I have put from me the custome of Funeral Elogies and Commendations, bequeathing this service unto the works of the deceased, which have a Commission from God to perform it (if there be cause) whereas I have none that I know of, especially not to do it in consort with the work now in hand. It is well known to a great part of you, who now hear me, that for several Years passed, I have put from me the custom of Funeral Eulogies and Commendations, bequeathing this service unto the works of the deceased, which have a Commission from God to perform it (if there be cause) whereas I have none that I know of, especially not to do it in consort with the work now in hand. pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn22, r-crq av vvb pno11, cst p-acp j n2 vvn, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1 n2 cc n2, vvg d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 (cs pc-acp vbi n1) cs pns11 vhb pix cst pns11 vvb pp-f, av-j xx pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 But I have declined the practise, partly because of the offensiveness of it unto many, who are weak; But I have declined the practice, partly Because of the offensiveness of it unto many, who Are weak; p-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, av c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d, r-crq vbr j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 partly because of the offensive practise, and mis-use of it by some, who seem otherwise strong. partly Because of the offensive practice, and misuse of it by Some, who seem otherwise strong. av c-acp pp-f dt j n1, cc j pp-f pn31 p-acp d, r-crq vvb av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 I confess, that as it was the saying of one long since; I confess, that as it was the saying of one long since; pns11 vvb, cst c-acp pn31 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f pi av-j a-acp; (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 If a dishonest practise be in any case tolerable, it is for the purchase and procurement of a Kingdom; If a dishonest practice be in any case tolerable, it is for the purchase and procurement of a Kingdom; cs dt j n1 vbb p-acp d n1 j, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 in all other cases, justice and right must take place ; in all other cases, Justice and right must take place; p-acp d j-jn n2, n1 cc j-jn vmb vvi n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 so if a Minister or Messenger of God could be venially tempted to dispense with so good a resolution, so if a Minister or Messenger of God could be venially tempted to dispense with so good a resolution, av cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp av j dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 as that which he hath taken up against blowing a Trumpet in the Pulpit before the dead, my standing at present is upon the ground of such an opportunity, being called to preach at the interment of a man of a most exemplary and signal worth in every kind, as that which he hath taken up against blowing a Trumpet in the Pulpit before the dead, my standing At present is upon the ground of such an opportunity, being called to preach At the interment of a man of a most exemplary and signal worth in every kind, c-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j, po11 n-vvg p-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vbg vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc n1 j p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 and whose life can hardly be remembred by those who have any steady knowledge of it, without falling into an agony of sorrow and heaviness for his death. and whose life can hardly be remembered by those who have any steady knowledge of it, without falling into an agony of sorrow and heaviness for his death. cc rg-crq n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vhb d j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 And as it was the saying of the Poet in respect of the enormous vices of the times and place wherein he lived, that it was an hard matter, Satyram non scribere, not to write Satyrically; And as it was the saying of the Poet in respect of the enormous vices of the times and place wherein he lived, that it was an hard matter, Satyram non Scribere, not to write Satirically; cc c-acp pn31 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, cst pn31 vbds dt j n1, np1 fw-fr fw-la, xx pc-acp vvi av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
20 so may I well say on the other hand, in respect of many things so highly commendable and Christian in him, upon the occasion of whose death I am now speaking unto you, Difficile est laudes non dicere, a man must resist a temptation to refrain from praising him. so may I well say on the other hand, in respect of many things so highly commendable and Christian in him, upon the occasion of whose death I am now speaking unto you, Difficile est laudes non dicere, a man must resist a temptation to refrain from praising him. av vmb pns11 av vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 av av-j j cc njp p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp pn22, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la, dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
21 However, partly for my resolutions sake (which is not far from a vow) but more especially for your sakes, whom it much more concerns to be made praise-worthy your selves, However, partly for my resolutions sake (which is not Far from a Voelli) but more especially for your sakes, whom it much more concerns to be made praiseworthy your selves, c-acp, av p-acp po11 ng1 n1 (r-crq vbz xx av-j p-acp dt n1) cc-acp av-dc av-j p-acp po22 n2, ro-crq pn31 av-d av-dc vvz pc-acp vbi vvn j po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
22 then to hear another praised before you, I shall leave the Deceased to the good report of all men (which he purchased at an high rate of well-doing, then to hear Another praised before you, I shall leave the Deceased to the good report of all men (which he purchased At an high rate of welldoing, cs pc-acp vvi n-jn vvn p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi dt j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 (r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
23 when time was) and of the Truth it self [ the Word of God, which giveth large testimony unto him, when time was) and of the Truth it self [ the Word of God, which gives large testimony unto him, c-crq n1 vbds) cc pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 [ dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz j n1 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
24 and unto all like to him ] and shall in the Name of God, and of the Lord Jesus Christ, by the Opening and Applying of the words read unto you, make an attempt upon you, to make you, and unto all like to him ] and shall in the Name of God, and of the Lord jesus christ, by the Opening and Applying of the words read unto you, make an attempt upon you, to make you, cc p-acp d j p-acp pno31 ] cc vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
25 if it may be, like unto him in that which was his glory, whilest he lived, if it may be, like unto him in that which was his glory, whilst he lived, cs pn31 vmb vbi, av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp d r-crq vbds po31 n1, cs pns31 vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
26 and his rejoycing at his death; and his rejoicing At his death; cc po31 vvg p-acp po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
27 I mean, his Goodness and Mercy. Mercy enlarged his heart to rejoyce against judgement: and oh! I mean, his goodness and Mercy. Mercy enlarged his heart to rejoice against judgement: and o! pns11 vvb, po31 n1 cc n1. n1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp vvb p-acp n1: cc uh! (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
28 How happy shall you be, if you will be perswaded to cast in your lot with him, How happy shall you be, if you will be persuaded to cast in your lot with him, q-crq j vmb pn22 vbi, cs pn22 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
29 and suffer God to put into your heart, by his Word and Spirit, which are now about to put you upon the Trial, to take part and fellowship with him in that his rejoycing. and suffer God to put into your heart, by his Word and Spirit, which Are now about to put you upon the Trial, to take part and fellowship with him in that his rejoicing. cc vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr av a-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
30 Let us then, with as much brevity as your interest in the opportunity before you, will (to the best of my understanding) permit, endeavour 1. to open the mind of God unto you in the words read; Let us then, with as much brevity as your Interest in the opportunity before you, will (to the best of my understanding) permit, endeavour 1. to open the mind of God unto you in the words read; vvb pno12 av, p-acp c-acp d n1 c-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22, vmb (p-acp dt js pp-f po11 n1) vvb, vvb crd p-acp j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 vvb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
31 and then 2. to shew you how this treasure of the mind of God, may and ought to be improved by you to your spiritual, yea and temporal advantage also; and then 2. to show you how this treasure of the mind of God, may and ought to be improved by you to your spiritual, yea and temporal advantage also; cc av crd pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb cc pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 j, uh cc j n1 av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
32 so leaving your consciences, and the good Word of God together, to agree upon the things both of your present, and eternal comfort and peace. so leaving your Consciences, and the good Word of God together, to agree upon the things both of your present, and Eternal Comfort and peace. av vvg po22 n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 av, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 d pp-f po22 n1, cc j n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
33 And Mercy (saith the Apostle, if rightly englished) rejoyceth against Judgement. In the former part of the verse, he had said. And Mercy (Says the Apostle, if rightly englished) Rejoiceth against Judgement. In the former part of the verse, he had said. cc n1 (vvz dt n1, cs av-jn vvn) vvz p-acp n1. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
34 For he shall have Judgement without Mercy [ i. For he shall have Judgement without Mercy [ i. c-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1 [ sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
35 shall be very severely handled by God in the Great day, the sentence that shall pass upon him, shall be most insupportable ] who hath shewed no mercy, [ viz. whilst he liv'd, shall be very severely handled by God in the Great day, the sentence that shall pass upon him, shall be most insupportable ] who hath showed no mercy, [ viz. while he lived, vmb vbi av av-j vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31, vmb vbi av-ds j ] r-crq vhz vvn dx n1, [ n1 cs pns31 vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
36 and had opportunity to shew it ] and then subjoyneth (as you have heard) in the latter part of the verse; and Mercy rejoyceth against Judgement. and had opportunity to show it ] and then subjoineth (as you have herd) in the latter part of the verse; and Mercy Rejoiceth against Judgement. cc vhd n1 p-acp vvb pn31 ] cc av vvz (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1; cc n1 vvz p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
37 This latter clause manifestly relates unto the former by way of Antithesis, or Opposition: This latter clause manifestly relates unto the former by Way of Antithesis, or Opposition: d d n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
38 in which respect the particle, NONLATINALPHABET, is here rather to be construed adversatively, then copulatively, and would better be translated, But, then And, as it is elsewhere. in which respect the particle,, is Here rather to be construed adversatively, then copulatively, and would better be translated, But, then And, as it is elsewhere. p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1,, vbz av av pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, av av-j, cc vmd av-j vbi vvn, p-acp, av cc, c-acp pn31 vbz av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
39 For 1 Cor. 16. 12. whereas it is in the Original, NONLATINALPHABET, the particle, NONLATINALPHABET, is rendered, But, BUT his will was not at all to come at this time. For 1 Cor. 16. 12. whereas it is in the Original,, the particle,, is rendered, But, BUT his will was not At all to come At this time. p-acp crd np1 crd crd cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn,, dt n1,, vbz vvn, p-acp, p-acp po31 n1 vbds xx p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
40 So likewise, 1 Thes. 2. 18. where the Greek hath it, NONLATINALPHABET, Our Translators give us, BUT Sathan hindred us. Thus our former Translators, NONLATINALPHABET, Mat. 13. 2•. So likewise, 1 Thebes 2. 18. where the Greek hath it,, Our Translators give us, BUT Sathan hindered us. Thus our former Translators,, Mathew 13. 2•. av av, crd np1 crd crd n1 dt jp vhz pn31,, po12 n2 vvb pno12, cc-acp np1 vvd pno12. av po12 j n2,, np1 crd n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
41 translated, BUT the care of this life, &c. And (to omit more instances in this kind) where the Original, John 5. 40. hath it, NONLATINALPHABET &c. they left us in English, BUT ye will not, &c. And thus I conceive the sense of the clause before us would be better accomodated, translated, BUT the care of this life, etc. And (to omit more instances in this kind) where the Original, John 5. 40. hath it, etc. they left us in English, BUT you will not, etc. And thus I conceive the sense of the clause before us would be better accommodated, vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, av cc (pc-acp vvi dc n2 p-acp d n1) c-crq dt j-jn, np1 crd crd vhz pn31, av pns32 vvd pno12 p-acp jp, p-acp pn22 vmb xx, av cc av pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12 vmd vbi av-jc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
42 if the words were read thus: if the words were read thus: cs dt n2 vbdr vvn av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
43 BUT Mercy rejoyceth against Judgement. For then the connexion of it with the former will lie before us in such a tenour of discourse as this: BUT Mercy Rejoiceth against Judgement. For then the connexion of it with the former will lie before us in such a tenor of discourse as this: cc-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1. c-acp av dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
44 He shall have judgement without mercy, who hath shewed no mercy: He shall have judgement without mercy, who hath showed no mercy: pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz vvn dx n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
45 but he that shall shew mercy, shall, not only have a judgement full of mercy, yea and which shall upon the matter) be made of mercy, be all mercy; but shall in the mean time, but he that shall show mercy, shall, not only have a judgement full of mercy, yea and which shall upon the matter) be made of mercy, be all mercy; but shall in the mean time, cc-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi n1, vmb, xx av-j vhi dt n1 j pp-f n1, uh cc q-crq vmb p-acp dt n1) vbb vvn pp-f n1, vbb d n1; p-acp vmb p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
46 before the day of judgement comes, be able to rejoyce, or glory over it, and enjoy himself in a blessed security that he shall not be hurt by it. before the day of judgement comes, be able to rejoice, or glory over it, and enjoy himself in a blessed security that he shall not be hurt by it. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vbb j p-acp vvb, cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvi px31 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
47 The word, NONLATINALPHABET, here translated mercy, is of somwhat a more comprehensive signification; The word,, Here translated mercy, is of somewhat a more comprehensive signification; dt n1,, av vvn n1, vbz pp-f av dt av-dc j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
48 and signifieth not only that Christian disposition or affection in men (with the fruits or effects of it) which we commonly call mercy, but several other dispositions also of affinity with this, and signifies not only that Christian disposition or affection in men (with the fruits or effects of it) which we commonly call mercy, but several other dispositions also of affinity with this, cc vvz xx j cst njp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 (p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31) r-crq pns12 av-j vvb n1, p-acp j j-jn n2 av pp-f n1 p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
49 as clemency, gentleness, love, readiness to forgive and forget injuries, and the like; as clemency, gentleness, love, readiness to forgive and forget injuries, and the like; c-acp n1, n1, n1, n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, cc dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
50 as these, or some of these, somtimes likewise include mercy (properly so called) in their signification. as these, or Some of these, sometimes likewise include mercy (properly so called) in their signification. c-acp d, cc d pp-f d, av av vvi n1 (av-j av vvn) p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
51 And not long since from Rom. 9. 18. we observed, that words of a cognate signification are in the Scriptures frequently used promiscuously, one for another. And not long since from Rom. 9. 18. we observed, that words of a cognate signification Are in the Scriptures frequently used promiscuously, one for Another. cc xx av-j a-acp p-acp np1 crd crd n1 vvn, cst n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn av-j, pi p-acp n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
52 In the place before us, the word, NONLATINALPHABET, may well be conceived, by the opposition between the former and latter part of the verse (already hinted) to import some such Christian affection (with the fruits of if) as that which in Greek is called NONLATINALPHABET, which properly signifies usefulness, and is frequently translated, goodness, as Rom. 2. 4. Rom. 11. 22. 2 Cor. 6. 6 ▪ &c. a worthy principle found in all good men and women, enclining them upon all occasions, according to that power and means, which are in their hand, to relieve, help, In the place before us, the word,, may well be conceived, by the opposition between the former and latter part of the verse (already hinted) to import Some such Christian affection (with the fruits of if) as that which in Greek is called, which properly signifies usefulness, and is frequently translated, Goodness, as Rom. 2. 4. Rom. 11. 22. 2 Cor. 6. 6 ▪ etc. a worthy principle found in all good men and women, inclining them upon all occasions, according to that power and means, which Are in their hand, to relieve, help, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, dt n1,, vmb av vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 (av vvn) pc-acp vvi d d njp n1 (p-acp dt n2 pp-f cs) c-acp cst r-crq p-acp jp vbz vvn, r-crq av-j vvz n1, cc vbz av-j vvn, n1, p-acp np1 crd crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd ▪ av dt j n1 vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2, vvg pno32 p-acp d n2, vvg p-acp d n1 cc n2, r-crq vbr p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
53 and comfort those, who stand in need of help from them in one kind or other. and Comfort those, who stand in need of help from them in one kind or other. cc vvi d, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
54 When I mention this, or any other holy disposition of like nature with it, I still insert these, When I mention this, or any other holy disposition of like nature with it, I still insert these, c-crq pns11 vvb d, cc d j-jn j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31, pns11 av vvi d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
55 or the like words, with the fruits thereof, partly because it is the familiar dialect of the Scripture, under words properly signifying some inward affection, or the like words, with the fruits thereof, partly Because it is the familiar dialect of the Scripture, under words properly signifying Some inward affection, cc dt av-j n2, p-acp dt n2 av, av c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n2 av-j vvg d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
56 or disposition only, to comprehend, together with the affection, the actings or effects proper to it, or disposition only, to comprehend, together with the affection, the actings or effects proper to it, cc n1 av-j, pc-acp vvi, av p-acp dt n1, dt n2 cc n2 j p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
57 as the word, Faith, frequently importeth, together with the inward Grace, or principle of Faith in the heart, the proper fruits of it also, which we commonly call, good works, as the word, Faith, frequently imports, together with the inward Grace, or principle of Faith in the heart, the proper fruits of it also, which we commonly call, good works, c-acp dt n1, n1, av-j vvz, av p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n2 pp-f pn31 av, r-crq pns12 av-j vvb, j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
58 or an holy conversation (Instances of this kind of Scripture-language, besides that mentioned, there are without number, or an holy Conversation (Instances of this kind of Scripture-language, beside that mentioned, there Are without number, cc dt j n1 (n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp cst vvd, pc-acp vbr p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
59 but we hasten) partly also, because that which is here ascribed to this heavenly disposition of mercy, as viz. that it rejoyceth against judgement (of which presently) enforceth us so to interpret and understand it [ viz. as signifying with the inward affection of mercy, the outward fruits or works of mercy ] according to that true and necessary rule in Logick, Subject a talia sunt, qualia à praedicatis suis esse permittuntur; i. Subjects in propositions must be so understood, as their predicates, or that which is said of them in the said proposition, will permit and bear. but we hasten) partly also, Because that which is Here ascribed to this heavenly disposition of mercy, as viz. that it Rejoiceth against judgement (of which presently) enforceth us so to interpret and understand it [ viz. as signifying with the inward affection of mercy, the outward fruits or works of mercy ] according to that true and necessary Rule in Logic, Subject a Talia sunt, Galatia à praedicatis suis esse permittuntur; i. Subjects in propositions must be so understood, as their predicates, or that which is said of them in the said proposition, will permit and bear. cc-acp pns12 vvb) av av, c-acp d r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cst pn31 vvz p-acp n1 (pp-f r-crq av-j) vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 [ n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 ] vvg p-acp d j cc j n1 p-acp n1, j-jn dt fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la; uh. np1 p-acp n2 vmb vbi av vvn, c-acp po32 vvz, cc cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, vmb vvi cc vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
60 Now we shall (God assisting, and the time not preventing) in the process of our Discourse, shew, that it is not meerly and barely the inward affection of mercy, that is able to raise this glorious effect of rejoycing against judgement, but the affection seconded, aided, Now we shall (God assisting, and the time not preventing) in the process of our Discourse, show, that it is not merely and barely the inward affection of mercy, that is able to raise this glorious Effect of rejoicing against judgement, but the affection seconded, aided, av pns12 vmb (np1 vvg, cc dt n1 xx vvg) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvb, cst pn31 vbz xx av-j cc av-j dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn, vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
61 and strengthned by her worthy actings, and practical exertions of her self; and strengthened by her worthy actings, and practical exertions of her self; cc vvn p-acp po31 j n2, cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
62 according to what our Apostle teacheth us in the very next verse (with several verses following) concerning Faith: according to what our Apostle Teaches us in the very next verse (with several Verses following) Concerning Faith: vvg p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt av ord n1 (p-acp j n2 vvg) vvg n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
63 Can Faith (saith he) save a man? meaning, that it is contrary to all principles, Can Faith (Says he) save a man? meaning, that it is contrary to all principles, vmb n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1? vvg, cst pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
64 as well of Reason as Religion, to imagine that an empty and bare Faith, not attended with such works, which are comly or meet for Faith to bear, at least having time and opportunity to bring forth in this kind, should ever advance or lift up the creature to such an estate of blessedness and glory, as salvation importeth. as well of Reason as Religion, to imagine that an empty and bore Faith, not attended with such works, which Are comely or meet for Faith to bear, At least having time and opportunity to bring forth in this kind, should ever advance or lift up the creature to such an estate of blessedness and glory, as salvation imports. c-acp av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cst dt j cc j n1, xx vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr j cc vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp ds vhg n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1, vmd av vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
65 For to this purpose he explaineth himself, vers. 17. Even so Faith, if it hath not works, is dead NONLATINALPHABET, of it self [ is dead, i. For to this purpose he Explaineth himself, vers. 17. Even so Faith, if it hath not works, is dead, of it self [ is dead, i. p-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz px31, zz. crd av av n1, cs pn31 vhz xx n2, vbz j, pp-f pn31 n1 [ vbz j, uh. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
66 useless and unprofitable, as dead things are, to those who have it, especially in respect of such great and high productions, useless and unprofitable, as dead things Are, to those who have it, especially in respect of such great and high productions, j cc j, c-acp j n2 vbr, p-acp d r-crq vhb pn31, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d j cc j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
67 or attainments, as Salvation ] In such a sense as this, mercy also, NONLATINALPHABET, and without works, may be said to be dead, and consequently no ways able to yeild such rich and pleasant fruit, or attainments, as Salvation ] In such a sense as this, mercy also,, and without works, may be said to be dead, and consequently no ways able to yield such rich and pleasant fruit, cc n2, c-acp n1 ] p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, n1 av,, cc p-acp n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp vbb j, cc av-j zz n2 j pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
68 as rejoycing against judgement. So then, mercy rejoyceth against judgement, i. Mercy, with her children, the tree of mercy well laden with fruit growing on it, thus rejoyceth. as rejoicing against judgement. So then, mercy Rejoiceth against judgement, i. Mercy, with her children, the tree of mercy well laden with fruit growing on it, thus Rejoiceth. c-acp vvg p-acp n1. av av, n1 vvz p-acp n1, sy. n1, p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvn p-acp n1 vvg p-acp pn31, av vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
69 Only this is further to be considered, that when the Apostle attributes by way of honour and priviledge, Only this is further to be considered, that when the Apostle attributes by Way of honour and privilege, av-j d vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-crq dt n1 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
70 unto mercy, this rejoycing against judgement, he is not to be understood to speak of mercy simply, unto mercy, this rejoicing against judgement, he is not to be understood to speak of mercy simply, p-acp n1, d vvg p-acp n1, pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
71 or of mercy in any faint or inferior degree, though seconded with works proportionable, or of such a kind of mercy, which is over-shadowed and (as it were) superintended, or of mercy in any faint or inferior degree, though seconded with works proportionable, or of such a kind of mercy, which is overshadowed and (as it were) superintended, cc pp-f n1 p-acp d j cc j-jn n1, cs vvn p-acp n2 j, cc pp-f d dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j cc (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
72 or over-awed by covetousness, nor of a pinching, or penurious kind of mercy, which is somtimes found in worldly, covetous, or overawed by covetousness, nor of a pinching, or penurious kind of mercy, which is sometimes found in worldly, covetous, cc j p-acp n1, ccx pp-f dt j-vvg, cc j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp j, j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
73 yea and oppressing men (as the Pharisees in our Saviours days, were wont to give almes as it were of course, yea and oppressing men (as the Pharisees in our Saviors days, were wont to give alms as it were of course, uh cc vvg n2 (c-acp dt np1 p-acp po12 ng1 n2, vbdr j pc-acp vvi n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
74 and yet were covetous, and ravening wolves, and some men will give a little to stop the mouths of their consciences, hoping hereby to keep possession of all the rest with the more peace) but of mercy in some degree of her exaltation, of mercy, which hath her great enemies, covetousness, and yet were covetous, and ravening wolves, and Some men will give a little to stop the mouths of their Consciences, hoping hereby to keep possession of all the rest with the more peace) but of mercy in Some degree of her exaltation, of mercy, which hath her great enemies, covetousness, cc av vbdr j, cc j-vvg n2, cc d n2 vmb vvi dt j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, vvg av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp dt av-dc n1) cc-acp pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f n1, r-crq vhz po31 j n2, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
75 and hard-heartedness, penuriousness, and narrow-heartedness, &c. under her feet. It is the frequent manner of the Scripture to use words of a general signification, and hardheartedness, penuriousness, and narrow-heartedness, etc. under her feet. It is the frequent manner of the Scripture to use words of a general signification, cc n1, n1, cc n1, av p-acp po31 n2. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
76 and which ordinarily signifie the species or kinds of things (indefinitely) in an emphatical sense, viz. for that which excelleth, and which ordinarily signify the species or Kinds of things (indefinitely) in an emphatical sense, viz. for that which excels, cc r-crq av-j vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 (av-j) p-acp dt j n1, n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
77 and is eminently considerable in its kind. In the last verse of the fourth chapter of this Epistle, it is said; and is eminently considerable in its kind. In the last verse of the fourth chapter of this Epistle, it is said; cc vbz av-j j p-acp po31 n1. p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
78 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doth it not, to him it is [ or, there is ] sin [ i sin of a great demerit, Therefore to him that Knoweth to do good, and does it not, to him it is [ or, there is ] since [ i since of a great demerit, av p-acp pno31 cst vvz pc-acp vdi j, cc vdz pn31 xx, p-acp pno31 pn31 vbz [ cc, pc-acp vbz ] n1 [ sy n1 pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
79 or of high provocation in the sight of God ] For otherwise it is sin to men [ simply, or of high provocation in the sighed of God ] For otherwise it is since to men [ simply, cc pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 ] c-acp av pn31 vbz n1 p-acp n2 [ av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
80 or in some degree ] not to do good, whether they know to do it, or no; or in Some degree ] not to do good, whither they know to do it, or no; cc p-acp d n1 ] xx pc-acp vdi j, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31, cc av-dx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
81 as is evident from our Saviours decision of the case, Luk. 12. 48. So when God discourseth with Job about that kind of creature, which we call, the Horse (Job 39. 19.) Hast thou given the HORSE strength? Hast thou clothed his neck with thunder? The glory of his nostrils is terrible, &c. (with much more of like import) by the word, Horse, here, he doth not mean any kind of Horse, or every thing that may properly or truly enough in ordinary language be termed, as is evident from our Saviors decision of the case, Luk. 12. 48. So when God discourseth with Job about that kind of creature, which we call, the Horse (Job 39. 19.) Hast thou given the HORSE strength? Hast thou clothed his neck with thunder? The glory of his nostrils is terrible, etc. (with much more of like import) by the word, Horse, Here, he does not mean any kind of Horse, or every thing that may properly or truly enough in ordinary language be termed, a-acp vbz j p-acp po12 ng1 n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vvb, dt n1 (n1 crd crd) vh2 pns21 vvn dt n1 n1? vh2 pns21 vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz j, av (p-acp av-d dc pp-f j n1) p-acp dt n1, n1, av, pns31 vdz xx vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cc d n1 cst vmb av-j cc av-j av-d p-acp j n1 vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
82 an Horse: the greatest part of Horses have neither part nor fellowship in this description: an Horse: the greatest part of Horses have neither part nor fellowship in this description: dt n1: dt js n1 pp-f n2 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
83 but he speaks of an Horse that is high of mettle, strong of limbs, full of courage, &c. In like manner, but he speaks of an Horse that is high of mettle, strong of limbs, full of courage, etc. In like manner, cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f n1, j pp-f n2, j pp-f n1, av p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
84 when the Apostle commends love, or charity. 1 Cor. 13. by that great variety of the signal effects of it here mentioned, when the Apostle commends love, or charity. 1 Cor. 13. by that great variety of the signal effects of it Here mentioned, c-crq dt n1 vvz n1, cc n1. crd np1 crd p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 n2 pp-f pn31 av vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
85 as that it behaveth not it self unseemly, seeketh not her own, beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, &c. he doth not by Love, or Charity, mean, this Grace in any inferiour, weak, as that it behaveth not it self unseemly, seeks not her own, bears all things, Believeth all things, Hopes all things, etc. he does not by Love, or Charity, mean, this Grace in any inferior, weak, c-acp cst pn31 vvz xx pn31 n1 j, vvz xx po31 d, vvz d n2, vvz d n2, vvz d n2, av pns31 vdz xx p-acp vvb, cc n1, vvb, d n1 p-acp d j-jn, j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
86 or low degree, but in her strength, and some considerable advance in the soul. Other instances of this kind the Sc•ipture affords many . or low degree, but in her strength, and Some considerable advance in the soul. Other instances of this kind the Sc•ipture affords many. cc j n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc d j vvi p-acp dt n1. av-jn n2 pp-f d n1 dt n1 vvz d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
87 So then when we hear the holy Ghost, speaking thus gloriously of mercy, as that it rejoyceth against judgement, we must conceive him to speak of it, So then when we hear the holy Ghost, speaking thus gloriously of mercy, as that it Rejoiceth against judgement, we must conceive him to speak of it, av av c-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1, vvg av av-j pp-f n1, p-acp cst pn31 vvz p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
88 nor simply, or absolutely, as it is such a Grace, or holy affection, in respect of the kind of it, nor simply, or absolutely, as it is such a Grace, or holy affection, in respect of the kind of it, ccx av-j, cc av-j, c-acp pn31 vbz d dt n1, cc j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
89 but (as hath been already said) as it is such in degree also, and in some considerable elevation in the soul. It followeth, but (as hath been already said) as it is such in degree also, and in Some considerable elevation in the soul. It follows, cc-acp (c-acp vhz vbn av vvn) c-acp pn31 vbz d p-acp n1 av, cc p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1. pn31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
90 Rejoyceth against judgement, ] NONLATINALPHABET, rejoycingly gloryeth over, or against, judgement. It is somwhat a like expression (for sense, Rejoiceth against judgement, ], rejoicingly Glorieth over, or against, judgement. It is somewhat a like expression (for sense, vvz p-acp n1, ], av-vvg vvz a-acp, cc p-acp, n1. pn31 vbz av dt j n1 (c-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
91 and import) with that Job 5. 22. At destruction and famine thou shalt laugh, that is, thou shalt be confident, and import) with that Job 5. 22. At destruction and famine thou shalt laugh, that is, thou shalt be confident, cc n1) p-acp d np1 crd crd p-acp n1 cc n1 pns21 vm2 vvi, cst vbz, pns21 vm2 vbi j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
92 and herein take great contentment, that these shall not endanger or hurt thee, as they are like to do the generality of men. and herein take great contentment, that these shall not endanger or hurt thee, as they Are like to do the generality of men. cc av vvb j n1, cst d vmb xx vvi cc vvi pno21, c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
93 Or like that, Mich. 7. 8. (spoken in the name of the Church of the Jews to her enemy) Rejoyce not against me, O mine enemy; i. Or like that, Mich. 7. 8. (spoken in the name of the Church of the jews to her enemy) Rejoice not against me, Oh mine enemy; i. cc av-j d, np1 crd crd (vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp po31 n1) vvb xx p-acp pno11, uh po11 n1; uh. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
94 Please not thy self, take no such contentment in my present afflicted and low condition, Please not thy self, take no such contentment in my present afflicted and low condition, vvb xx po21 n1, vvb dx d n1 p-acp po11 j j-vvn cc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
95 as if I were never like to be again in a capacity of quelling thy pride, as if I were never like to be again in a capacity of quelling thy pride, c-acp cs pns11 vbdr av av-j pc-acp vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg po21 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
96 or avenging my self on thee; as it follows, when I fall, I shall arise; or avenging my self on thee; as it follows, when I fallen, I shall arise; cc j-vvg po11 n1 p-acp pno21; c-acp pn31 vvz, c-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
97 meaning, that she should get up again, and recover strength to make her part good with her. meaning, that she should get up again, and recover strength to make her part good with her. vvg, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp av, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
98 So when it is said, mercy rejoyceth against judgement, the meaning is, that mercy [ so understood as was lately opened ] qualifieth, strengthneth, enableth the Person in whom it is found, to be confidently secure, that he shall receive no prejudice or hurt by the judgement of God, by that judgement, which God shall pass upon the world in the great day, So when it is said, mercy Rejoiceth against judgement, the meaning is, that mercy [ so understood as was lately opened ] Qualifieth, strengtheneth, enableth the Person in whom it is found, to be confidently secure, that he shall receive no prejudice or hurt by the judgement of God, by that judgement, which God shall pass upon the world in the great day, av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, n1 vvz p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz, cst n1 [ av vvd a-acp vbds av-j vvn ] vvz, vvz, vvz dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pc-acp vbi av-j j, cst pns31 vmb vvi dx n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
99 and under which the greatest part of the world will fall, and never rise more. and under which the greatest part of the world will fallen, and never rise more. cc p-acp r-crq dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi, cc av-x vvb av-dc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
100 There is scarce any thing more usual in the Scripture, then to ascribe that to the quality or form, which properly belongeth to the subject qualified with it, There is scarce any thing more usual in the Scripture, then to ascribe that to the quality or from, which properly belongeth to the Subject qualified with it, pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp dt n-jn vvn p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
101 or (which is much the same) to put the abstract for the concrete. or (which is much the same) to put the abstract for the concrete. cc (r-crq vbz d dt d) pc-acp vvi dt n-jn p-acp dt j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
102 As in those passages lately mentioned, Charity beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, &c. the meaning clearly is, that charitable persons, As in those passages lately mentioned, Charity bears all things, Believeth all things, Hopes all things, etc. the meaning clearly is, that charitable Persons, p-acp p-acp d n2 av-j vvn, n1 vvz d n2, vvz d n2, vvz d n2, av dt n1 av-j vbz, cst j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
103 or men and women richly endued with charity, do all these things by vertue of that excellent endowment; or men and women richly endued with charity, do all these things by virtue of that excellent endowment; cc n2 cc n2 av-j vvn p-acp n1, vdb d d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
104 Thus Rom. 11. 7. The Election hath obtained it [ i. Thus Rom. 11. 7. The Election hath obtained it [ i. av np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 [ sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
105 all those, whether men or women, who believe, and hereupon, by vertue of the eternal Decree of God in that behalf, are separated from others, all those, whither men or women, who believe, and hereupon, by virtue of the Eternal decree of God in that behalf, Are separated from Others, d d, cs n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb, cc av, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, vbr vvn p-acp n2-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
106 and made an Elect or choice generation of persons unto him, have obtained it, meaning righteousness or justification. and made an Elect or choice generation of Persons unto him, have obtained it, meaning righteousness or justification. cc vvd dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31, vhb vvn pn31, vvg n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
107 ] Thus also some understand (and haply not amiss) that, Rom. 10. 6. But the righteousness which is of Faith, speaketh on this wise: ] Thus also Some understand (and haply not amiss) that, Rom. 10. 6. But the righteousness which is of Faith, speaks on this wise: ] av av d vvb (cc av xx av) cst, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f n1, vvz p-acp d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
108 Say not in thy heart, who shall ascend, &c. The righteousness which is of Faith, i. Say not in thy heart, who shall ascend, etc. The righteousness which is of Faith, i. vvb xx p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vmb vvi, av dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f n1, uh. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
109 Persons justified by Faith, by means of this their Faith, are wont to encourage and speak unto men, thus: Persons justified by Faith, by means of this their Faith, Are wont to encourage and speak unto men, thus: n2 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n2 pp-f d po32 n1, vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2, av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
110 Say not in thy heart, who &c. Say not in thy heart, who etc. vvb xx p-acp po21 n1, r-crq av (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
111 So then, the true and entire sense and import of the words before us, riseth thus: So then, the true and entire sense and import of the words before us, Riseth thus: av av, dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp pno12, vvz av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
112 Merciful men, men whose hearts and hands are much exercised in doing of good, in shewing mercy, by means of the Conscience, Merciful men, men whose hearts and hands Are much exercised in doing of good, in showing mercy, by means of the Conscience, j n2, n2 rg-crq n2 cc n2 vbr av-d vvn p-acp vdg pp-f j, p-acp vvg n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
113 or consciousness of this God-like disposition in themselves, and the regular actings of it, are, or consciousness of this Godlike disposition in themselves, and the regular actings of it, Are, cc n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp px32, cc dt j n2-vvg pp-f pn31, vbr, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
114 or lightly cannot but be, full of a joyful and blessed security, that they shall stand in the great judgement of the world, or lightly cannot but be, full of a joyful and blessed security, that they shall stand in the great judgement of the world, cc av-j vmbx p-acp vbi, j pp-f dt j cc j-vvn n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
115 and find favour and acceptance in the eyes of the Judge, when all unmerciful, covetous, and hard-hearted wretches shall fall under it, and be ground to powder by it. and find favour and acceptance in the eyes of the Judge, when all unmerciful, covetous, and hardhearted wretches shall fallen under it, and be ground to powder by it. cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d j, j, cc j n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
116 If there be any thing further requisite for the due understanding of the words, notice may be given of it upon occasion, in the sequel. If there be any thing further requisite for the due understanding of the words, notice may be given of it upon occasion, in the sequel. cs pc-acp vbb d n1 av-jc j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
117 The only point of Doctrine that we shall commend unto your Christian attention from the words (as they have been opened) is this: The only point of Doctrine that we shall commend unto your Christian attention from the words (as they have been opened) is this: dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po22 np1 n1 p-acp dt n2 (c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn) vbz d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
118 A rich and blessed assurance of salvation is the genuine and proper result, or fruit, of much mercy. Or if you please, the Doctrine may be conceived in this, A rich and blessed assurance of salvation is the genuine and proper result, or fruit, of much mercy. Or if you please, the Doctrine may be conceived in this, dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j cc j n1, cc n1, pp-f d n1. cc cs pn22 vvb, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 11
119 or the like, tenour of words (agreeing, in substance, with the former) A person rich in works of mercy, is, or the like, tenor of words (agreeing, in substance, with the former) A person rich in works of mercy, is, cc dt j, n1 pp-f n2 (vvg, p-acp n1, p-acp dt j) dt n1 j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 11
120 or readily may be, joyfully secure, and this upon good ground, from perishing, or that he shall not perish, in the condemnation of the world. or readily may be, joyfully secure, and this upon good ground, from perishing, or that he shall not perish, in the condemnation of the world. cc av-j vmb vbi, av-j j, cc d p-acp j n1, p-acp vvg, cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 11
121 First, (to prevent mistakes, if it may b•• we shall a little further explain the Doctrine unto you, in some particulars. 2. We shall consult the Scriptures for our better establishment in the Truth of it. 3. We shall endeavour to demonstrate the truth of it, from its proper grounds and principles. 4. And lastly, (the time permitting) we shall, First, (to prevent mistakes, if it may b•• we shall a little further explain the Doctrine unto you, in Some particulars. 2. We shall consult the Scriptures for our better establishment in the Truth of it. 3. We shall endeavour to demonstrate the truth of it, from its proper grounds and principles. 4. And lastly, (the time permitting) we shall, ord, (pc-acp vvi n2, cs pn31 vmb n1 pns12 vmb dt j av-jc vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp d n2-j. crd pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp po12 jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. crd pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2. crd cc ord, (dt n1 vvg) pns12 vmb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
122 as God shall enable, joyn the spirit of the Doctrine, and your Consciences, somwhat closer together, in a way of Use and Application. For the first; as God shall enable, join the Spirit of the Doctrine, and your Consciences, somewhat closer together, in a Way of Use and Application. For the First; c-acp np1 vmb vvi, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po22 n2, av av-jc av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. p-acp dt ord; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
123 there are 3. particulars, wherein the Doctrine requires some explication. there Are 3. particulars, wherein the Doctrine requires Some explication. pc-acp vbr crd n2-j, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
124 1. It is not to be understood, as if it entituled rich men only to that glorious security from condemnation, of which it speaks, 1. It is not to be understood, as if it entitled rich men only to that glorious security from condemnation, of which it speaks, crd pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp cs pn31 vvn j n2 av-j p-acp cst j n1 p-acp n1, pp-f r-crq pn31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
125 or as if they alone were in a condition to perform works of mercy, and men that are poor and low in the world, excluded from all part and fellowship in that happy business. or as if they alone were in a condition to perform works of mercy, and men that Are poor and low in the world, excluded from all part and fellowship in that happy business. cc c-acp cs pns32 av-j vbdr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 cst vbr j cc j p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
126 For certainly, even the poorest of men and women are capable of shewing mercy, as well as the rich, For Certainly, even the Poorest of men and women Are capable of showing mercy, as well as the rich, p-acp av-j, av dt js pp-f n2 cc n2 vbr j pp-f vvg n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
127 though not in all the same respects. though not in all the same respects. cs xx p-acp d dt d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
128 They may shew mercy, and this not only one to another, but even unto rich men themselves, They may show mercy, and this not only one to Another, but even unto rich men themselves, pns32 vmb vvi n1, cc d xx av-j pi p-acp n-jn, cc-acp av p-acp j n2 px32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
129 as viz. by commiserating and pittying them in respect of their slippery and most dangerous standing by means of their riches (of which our Saviour gives notice in the Gospel ) and so by praying unto God for them, that he will keep their foot from being taken in the snare of this worlds abundance; as viz. by commiserating and pitying them in respect of their slippery and most dangerous standing by means of their riches (of which our Saviour gives notice in the Gospel) and so by praying unto God for them, that he will keep their foot from being taken in the snare of this world's abundance; c-acp n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j cc av-ds j vvg p-acp n2 pp-f po32 n2 (pp-f r-crq po12 n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1) cc av p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
130 and again, by suffering them to enjoy their wealth, not only without any impeachment or impairing of it by them, and again, by suffering them to enjoy their wealth, not only without any impeachment or impairing of it by them, cc av, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, xx av-j p-acp d n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
131 but without their having an evil eye upon it, without envying or repining, that they ride upon horses, but without their having an evil eye upon it, without envying or repining, that they ride upon Horses, cc-acp p-acp po32 vhg dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg cc vvg, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
132 when as themselves go on foot; when as themselves go on foot; c-crq p-acp px32 vvi p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
133 and yet further by not suffering, as far as lyeth in them, any person whatsoever unrighteously to touch any thing ▪ that is theirs; and yet further by not suffering, as Far as lies in them, any person whatsoever unrighteously to touch any thing ▪ that is theirs; cc av av-jc p-acp xx vvg, c-acp av-j c-acp vvz p-acp pno32, d n1 r-crq av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 ▪ d vbz png32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
134 by ••stifying their good will towards them, in endeavouring to stop all hard sayings, and sinister reports concerning them, by ••stifying their good will towards them, in endeavouring to stop all hard sayings, and sinister reports Concerning them, p-acp vvg po32 j n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi d j n2-vvg, cc j n2 vvg pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
135 as of covetousness, pride, hardness, &c. So also by a ready, free, diligent and faithful serving them in all such occasions, wherein at any time they shall stand in need of their help, and desire it. as of covetousness, pride, hardness, etc. So also by a ready, free, diligent and faithful serving them in all such occasions, wherein At any time they shall stand in need of their help, and desire it. c-acp pp-f n1, n1, n1, av av av p-acp dt j, j, j cc j vvg pno32 p-acp d d n2, c-crq p-acp d n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvb pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
136 For rich men are not priviledged by their riches against all kind of miseries, nor against all wants, indigencies, or necessities: For rich men Are not privileged by their riches against all kind of misery's, nor against all Wants, Indigencies, or necessities: p-acp j n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, ccx p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
137 Yea they have their dependencies upon the poorer sort of men, as well as these have theirs upon them; Yea they have their dependencies upon the Poorer sort of men, as well as these have theirs upon them; uh pns32 vhb po32 n2 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2, c-acp av c-acp d vhb png32 p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
138 and these (perhaps) if things were duely estimated, as many, and as Great: The King himself (saith Solomon) is served by the field ; and these (perhaps) if things were duly estimated, as many, and as Great: The King himself (Says Solomon) is served by the field; cc d (av) cs n2 vbdr av-jn vvn, c-acp d, cc p-acp j: dt n1 px31 (vvz np1) vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
139 [ or as the Hebrew hath it, is servant to the field ] viz. the care and labor of the poor Husbandman intervening: [ or as the Hebrew hath it, is servant to the field ] viz. the care and labour of the poor Husbandman intervening: [ cc c-acp dt njp vhz pn31, vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 ] n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 j-vvg: (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
140 and in such a sense as this, in which he is, or may be said, to be a servant to the field, he may be also said to be a servant to the Husbandman. and in such a sense as this, in which he is, or may be said, to be a servant to the field, he may be also said to be a servant to the Husbandman. cc p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz, cc vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi av vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
141 The Philosopher likewise in his Fable of the Lyon and the Mouse, very emphatically taught the grand necessity which the Greatest of men may sometimes have of the help of the meanest, where ▪ he fancieth, the Lyon being taken, intangled, The Philosopher likewise in his Fable of the lion and the Mouse, very emphatically taught the grand necessity which the Greatest of men may sometime have of the help of the Meanest, where ▪ he fancieth, the lion being taken, entangled, dt n1 av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, av av-j vvn dt j n1 r-crq dt js pp-f n2 vmb av vhi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt js, c-crq ▪ pns31 vvz, dt n1 vbg vvn, vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
142 and held fast, in the toile or net of the Hunter; and held fast, in the toil or net of the Hunter; cc vvd av-j, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
143 that the Mouse upon the Lyons roaring, came and with her little teeth gnawed the Net insunder, that the Mouse upon the Lyons roaring, Come and with her little teeth gnawed the Net insunder, cst dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg, vvd cc p-acp po31 j n2 vvd dt n1 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
144 until way was made for the Lyons escape. until Way was made for the Lyons escape. c-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
145 So then the poorest sort of men, that are but able to give a Cup of cold water, So then the Poorest sort of men, that Are but able to give a Cup of cold water, av av dt js n1 pp-f n2, cst vbr p-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
146 or to speak a good word of a man, or to conceive a prayer for him, or to speak a good word of a man, or to conceive a prayer for him, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
147 or to forgive injuries, or to minister with the hand to any mans outward occaosins, or to forgive injuries, or to minister with the hand to any men outward occaosins, cc pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d ng1 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
148 when desired, or the like, may be mreciful to what degree they please in their way, when desired, or the like, may be mreciful to what degree they please in their Way, c-crq vvn, cc dt j, vmb vbi j p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
149 and consequently are as capable of that high priviledge, a glorious securitie from condemnation, as rich men themselves. This in the first place. and consequently Are as capable of that high privilege, a glorious security from condemnation, as rich men themselves. This in the First place. cc av-j vbr p-acp j pp-f cst j n1, dt j n1 p-acp n1, c-acp j n2 px32. np1 p-acp dt ord n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 13
150 2. When the Doctrine affirmeth, that a merciful frame of heart is a proper means to secure it, against condemnation, 2. When the Doctrine Affirmeth, that a merciful frame of heart is a proper means to secure it, against condemnation, crd c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
151 and the fear of it, the meaning is not (nor is it implyed) that all persons who are commendably and Christianly mercifull, do actually, and the Fear of it, the meaning is not (nor is it employed) that all Persons who Are commendably and Christianly merciful, do actually, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 vbz xx (ccx vbz pn31 vvn) cst d n2 r-crq vbr av-j cc av-jp j, vdb av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
152 or at all times injoy themselves in this blessed securitie. or At all times enjoy themselves in this blessed security. cc p-acp d n2 vvi px32 p-acp d j-vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
153 Some may not so throughly understand, either the nature of Mercy, or the nature of God so sympathizing with it, some may not so thoroughly understand, either the nature of Mercy, or the nature of God so sympathizing with it, d vmb xx av av-j vvi, d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvg p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
154 or may forget at present to compare the one with the other, or neglect to consider how God hath poured out himself in promises of grace and mercy unto persons of this Heavenly character. or may forget At present to compare the one with the other, or neglect to Consider how God hath poured out himself in promises of grace and mercy unto Persons of this Heavenly character. cc vmb vvi p-acp j pc-acp vvi dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, cc vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vhz vvn av px31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
155 Therefore all the Doctrine intends (as to this point) is, That persons signally merciful, Therefore all the Doctrine intends (as to this point) is, That Persons signally merciful, av d dt n1 vvz (c-acp p-acp d n1) vbz, cst n2 av-j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
156 or full of goodne•s, are by the advantage of this gracious disposition worthily acted, either are in the actual possession of that Heavenly security we speak of, or full of goodne•s, Are by the advantage of this gracious disposition worthily acted, either Are in the actual possession of that Heavenly security we speak of, cc j pp-f n2, vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 av-j vvn, d vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1 pns12 vvb pp-f, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
157 or at least in a rich and regular capacity to be argued, either by themselves, or others, into it, or, that they are not far from it. or At least in a rich and regular capacity to be argued, either by themselves, or Others, into it, or, that they Are not Far from it. cc p-acp ds p-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, av-d p-acp px32, cc n2-jn, p-acp pn31, cc, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
158 This is another particular to be taken into consideration for a right understanding of the Doctrine. This is Another particular to be taken into consideration for a right understanding of the Doctrine. d vbz j-jn j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 13
159 3. (And lastly) when it attributeth unto mercy (in the sence declared) a joyful exemption from fear of judgment or condemnation, it doth not speak of a loose, prodigal, 3. (And lastly) when it attributeth unto mercy (in the sense declared) a joyful exemption from Fear of judgement or condemnation, it does not speak of a lose, prodigal, crd (cc ord) q-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1 (p-acp dt n1 vvn) dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vdz xx vvi pp-f dt j, j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
160 or vain glorious disposition, which (haply) in some person may affect the name of, merciful, because it effectually inclines them, or vain glorious disposition, which (haply) in Some person may affect the name of, merciful, Because it effectually inclines them, cc j j n1, r-crq (av) p-acp d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f, j, c-acp pn31 av-j vvz pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
161 as Mercy is wont to incline her children, to part with their money, or other good things, freely enough unto others, amongst whom some that are indigent and stand in need, may sometimes (it is like) be found. as Mercy is wont to incline her children, to part with their money, or other good things, freely enough unto Others, among whom Some that Are indigent and stand in need, may sometime (it is like) be found. c-acp n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc j-jn j n2, av-j av-d p-acp n2-jn, p-acp ro-crq d cst vbr j cc vvi p-acp n1, vmb av (pn31 vbz j) vbb vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
162 Such a principle or disposition as this; Such a principle or disposition as this; d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
163 deserveth not the name of Mercy, because a man or woman may be acted by it without any compassionate sense at all of the miseries or necessities of those, who are relieved by them. deserveth not the name of Mercy, Because a man or woman may be acted by it without any compassionate sense At all of the misery's or necessities of those, who Are relieved by them. vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d j n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
164 Nor doth the Doctrine, by Mercy, understand any affection of that name, wherewith some, both men and women, are (as it were) prevented, not knowing how, Nor does the Doctrine, by Mercy, understand any affection of that name, wherewith Some, both men and women, Are (as it were) prevented, not knowing how, ccx vdz dt n1, p-acp n1, vvb d n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq d, d n2 cc n2, vbr (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd, xx vvg c-crq, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
165 or by what means, they became thus merciful, or compassionate, as our Saviour speaketh of some that are Eunuches from their Mothers womb, (as of others, who make themselves such for the Kingdom of God.) For though this kind of mercy be commendable, or by what means, they became thus merciful, or compassionate, as our Saviour speaks of Some that Are Eunuchs from their Mother's womb, (as of Others, who make themselves such for the Kingdom of God.) For though this kind of mercy be commendable, cc p-acp r-crq n2, pns32 vvd av j, cc j, c-acp po12 n1 vvz pp-f d cst vbr n2 p-acp po32 ng1 n1, (c-acp pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vvb px32 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.) p-acp cs d n1 pp-f n1 vbb j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
166 and proceedeth from God, as the Author of Nature, yet it is not able to create that Heaven of security in the heart and soul of a man, and Proceedeth from God, as the Author of Nature, yet it is not able to create that Heaven of security in the heart and soul of a man, cc vvz p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
167 unto which the Doctrine intituleth that mercy, of which it speaks. unto which the Doctrine intituleth that mercy, of which it speaks. p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, pp-f r-crq pn31 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
168 This Mercy then importeth an affection raised in the soul of a man or woman by Gospel consideration (the holy Ghost over-shaddowing or assisting those endeavours, This Mercy then imports an affection raised in the soul of a man or woman by Gospel consideration (the holy Ghost overshadowing or assisting those endeavours, d n1 av vvz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 n1 (dt j n1 j cc vvg d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
169 or that exercise of the mind and conscience, by which it is raised) whereby they are effectually inclined and provoked to minister unto the necessities of those that stand in need, or that exercise of the mind and conscience, by which it is raised) whereby they Are effectually inclined and provoked to minister unto the necessities of those that stand in need, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn) c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 14
170 when they have opportunity, according to the means which God hath touchvouchsafed unto them for their relief. when they have opportunity, according to the means which God hath touchvouchsafed unto them for their relief. c-crq pns32 vhb n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
171 This (with what brevity we could) for the explication of the Doctrine. This (with what brevity we could) for the explication of the Doctrine. d (p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 15
172 For the truth of it, so understood, as hath been declared, although that one text of Scripture, upon which it hath been built, be of sufficient evidence and authority to secure it unto your judgments and consciences, For the truth of it, so understood, as hath been declared, although that one text of Scripture, upon which it hath been built, be of sufficient evidence and Authority to secure it unto your Judgments and Consciences, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av vvd, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, cs d crd n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz vbn vvn, vbb pp-f j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 15
173 yet let us give you measure heaped up, by insisting upon some others for the strengthening and enriching of this security. yet let us give you measure heaped up, by insisting upon Some Others for the strengthening and enriching of this security. av vvb pno12 vvi pn22 n1 vvn a-acp, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2-jn p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 15
174 He shall not be afraid (saith David, speaking of the man that is gracious, and full of compassion and righteous, Psal. 112. 4.) such a man (saith he) shall not be afraid of evil tidings (he means, any, He shall not be afraid (Says David, speaking of the man that is gracious, and full of compassion and righteous, Psalm 112. 4.) such a man (Says he) shall not be afraid of evil tidings (he means, any, pns31 vmb xx vbi j (vvz np1, vvg pp-f dt n1 cst vbz j, cc j pp-f n1 cc j, np1 crd crd) d dt n1 (vvz pns31) vmb xx vbi j pp-f j-jn n2 (pns31 vvz, d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
175 or all such tidings which import evil, i. e. which are of a sadding, or terrifying nature unto the generality of men) His heart is fixed trusting in the Lord. His heart is established: or all such tidings which import evil, i. e. which Are of a sadding, or terrifying nature unto the generality of men) His heart is fixed trusting in the Lord. His heart is established: cc d d n2 r-crq vvb j-jn, sy. sy. r-crq vbr pp-f dt j-vvg, cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2) po31 n1 vbz vvn vvg p-acp dt n1. po31 n1 vbz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
176 he shall not be afraid, till he see his desire upon his enemies: he shall not be afraid, till he see his desire upon his enemies: pns31 vmb xx vbi j, c-acp pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
177 The tidings of the day of judgment, when far the greatest part of the world shall be sent quick to Hell, never to return thence to the days of eternity, are tidings of the greatest evil to the generality of men and women, that can be, The tidings of the day of judgement, when Far the greatest part of the world shall be sent quick to Hell, never to return thence to the days of eternity, Are tidings of the greatest evil to the generality of men and women, that can be, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq av-j dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp n1, av-x pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr n2 pp-f dt js n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cst vmb vbi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
178 yet he that is Gracious [ i. e. yet he that is Gracious [ i. e. av pns31 cst vbz j [ sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
179 apt to do good without any carnal motive or inducement thereunto ] and full of compassion, shall not be astonyed, apt to do good without any carnal motive or inducement thereunto ] and full of compassion, shall not be astonied, j pc-acp vdi j p-acp d j n1 cc n1 av ] cc j pp-f n1, vmb xx vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
180 or struck with fear at these tidings, though so formidably evil (as hath been said) as appears by that which followeth: or struck with Fear At these tidings, though so formidably evil (as hath been said) as appears by that which follows: cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, cs av av-j j-jn (c-acp vhz vbn vvn) a-acp vvz p-acp d r-crq vvz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
181 His heart is fixed, his heart is established, trusting in the Lord; His heart is fixed, his heart is established, trusting in the Lord; po31 n1 vbz vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
182 meaning, that his trusting in God, is that which fixeth and establisheth his heart, so that it is not, it cannot be shaken, meaning, that his trusting in God, is that which fixeth and Establisheth his heart, so that it is not, it cannot be shaken, vvg, cst po31 vvg p-acp np1, vbz d r-crq vvz cc vvz po31 n1, av cst pn31 vbz xx, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
183 or tossed up and down within him with those storms and tempests and whirlwinds of fear, which are the rending, or tossed up and down within him with those storms and tempests and whirlwinds of Fear, which Are the rending, cc vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 cc n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr dt j-vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 15
184 and tearing, and tormenting of other mens. and tearing, and tormenting of other men's. cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f j-jn ng2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
185 A feather, though it be a very weak and light thing, and hath nothing in it self to balast it, A feather, though it be a very weak and Light thing, and hath nothing in it self to ballast it, dt n1, cs pn31 vbb dt av j cc j n1, cc vhz pix p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp n1 pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
186 or wherewith to resist the least puff or whiff of wind, yet if it be close and fast knit or bound to a great Rock, it pertakes of the stability and firmness of this Rock, or wherewith to resist the least puff or whiff of wind, yet if it be close and fast knit or bound to a great Rock, it partakes of the stability and firmness of this Rock, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av cs pn31 vbb j cc av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vvz pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
187 and can no more be shaken, or removed, then the Rock it self. and can no more be shaken, or removed, then the Rock it self. cc vmb dx av-dc vbi vvn, cc vvn, cs dt n1 pn31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
188 In like manner, a man made of flesh and blood, a creature very contemptible in his own strength, apt to be shaken and shattered in pieces with sad expectations and fears of what it may suffer from time to time, In like manner, a man made of Flesh and blood, a creature very contemptible in his own strength, apt to be shaken and shattered in Pieces with sad Expectations and fears of what it may suffer from time to time, p-acp j n1, dt n1 vvd pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 av j p-acp po31 d n1, j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f r-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
189 yet being close united unto God, and cleaving fast to him in trust and dependance becomes interessed in the security and unmoveableness of God himself. yet being close united unto God, and cleaving fast to him in trust and dependence becomes interested in the security and unmovableness of God himself. av vbg av-j vvn p-acp np1, cc vvg av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 px31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
190 This happy posture or condition of soul, the Apostle calleth a being strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might ; This happy posture or condition of soul, the Apostle calls a being strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might; d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
191 meaning, that good Christians, and true beleevers, ought to be as secure, as dreadless and fearless of evil, notwithstanding their own weakness, meaning, that good Christians, and true believers, ought to be as secure, as dreadless and fearless of evil, notwithstanding their own weakness, n1, cst j np1, cc j n2, pi pc-acp vbi a-acp j, c-acp j cc j pp-f n-jn, c-acp po32 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
192 as if they were themselves invested with the glorious omnipotencie, or power of the might of God, as if they were themselves invested with the glorious omnipotency, or power of the might of God, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr px32 vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
193 and had the same means for their preservation and safety in their own hands, which now are in his. and had the same means for their preservation and safety in their own hands, which now Are in his. cc vhd dt d n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq av vbr p-acp po31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
194 He shall not be afraid (saith David, further displaying the security or fearless posture of his gracious and compassionate man) until he see his desire upon his enemies, i. e. He shall not be afraid (Says David, further displaying the security or fearless posture of his gracious and compassionate man) until he see his desire upon his enemies, i. e. pns31 vmb xx vbi j (vvz np1, av-j vvg dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1) c-acp pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
195 until he shall see all those, whether persons or things, from whence he may be conceived to be in danger of suffering evil, until he shall see all those, whither Persons or things, from whence he may be conceived to be in danger of suffering evil, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi d d, cs n2 cc n2, p-acp c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pp-f vvg n-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
196 so broken, scattered, and confounded, that he shall fully know himself to be out of all danger offuffering from them; so broken, scattered, and confounded, that he shall Fully know himself to be out of all danger offuffering from them; av vvn, j-vvn, cc vvn, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi px31 pc-acp vbi av pp-f d n1 vvg p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
197 meaning, that he should never be afraid: For he that is without fear until he see his enemies utterly destroyed, certainly will not be afraid afterwards. meaning, that he should never be afraid: For he that is without Fear until he see his enemies utterly destroyed, Certainly will not be afraid afterwards. n1, cst pns31 vmd av-x vbi j: c-acp pns31 cst vbz p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vvb po31 n2 av-j vvn, av-j vmb xx vbi j av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 16
198 Now the great and most formidable enemies of the Gracious and Compassionate man, as he is a man, are Death, Now the great and most formidable enemies of the Gracious and Compassionate man, as he is a man, Are Death, av dt j cc av-ds j n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, vbr n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
199 and Hell [ or the Grave ] with their sad and dismal retinue, both a parte ••te, and a parte post, before, and after. and Hell [ or the Grave ] with their sad and dismal retinue, both a part ••te, and a part post, before, and After. cc n1 [ cc dt j ] p-acp po32 j cc j n1, d dt n1 n1, cc dt n1 n1, a-acp, cc p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
200 Therefore the man now before us, Gracious, and full of Compassion shall not be afraid, [ i. shall enjoy himself in a blessed tranquillity and security of mind ] until he shall see his desire on them [ i. until he shall see both Death and Hell, with all their train, cast into the Lake of fire, Rev. 20. 14. ] after which he shall apparantly be out of all danger of being hurt by them. Therefore the man now before us, Gracious, and full of Compassion shall not be afraid, [ i. shall enjoy himself in a blessed tranquillity and security of mind ] until he shall see his desire on them [ i. until he shall see both Death and Hell, with all their train, cast into the Lake of fire, Rev. 20. 14. ] After which he shall apparently be out of all danger of being hurt by them. av dt n1 av p-acp pno12, j, cc j pp-f n1 vmb xx vbi j, [ sy. vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 ] c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32 [ sy. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1, p-acp d po32 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd crd ] j-acp r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vbi av pp-f d n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
201 Why David insisteth up•n this qualification, full of Compassion, in characterizing such a person, whose heart should be fixed and established by trusting in the Lord, Why David insisteth up•n this qualification, full of Compassion, in characterizing such a person, whose heart should be fixed and established by trusting in the Lord, q-crq np1 vvz av d n1, j pp-f n1, p-acp n-vvg d dt n1, rg-crq n1 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
202 and consequently, who should not be afraid, &c. and why a Person of this character should trust in the Lord, and so be established, rather then any other man, shall be shewed unto you when we come to open the Ground and Reason of the Doctrine. and consequently, who should not be afraid, etc. and why a Person of this character should trust in the Lord, and so be established, rather then any other man, shall be showed unto you when we come to open the Ground and Reason of the Doctrine. cc av-j, r-crq vmd xx vbb j, av cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av vbi vvn, av-c cs d j-jn n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 17
203 In the mean time give me your patience to add a brief passage or two out of the first Epistle of John, for your further satisfaction in the truth of the Doctrine. In the mean time give me your patience to add a brief passage or two out of the First Epistle of John, for your further satisfaction in the truth of the Doctrine. p-acp dt j n1 vvi pno11 po22 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc crd av pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po22 jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
204 We know (saith this Apostle in this Epistle, c. 3. 14.) that we have passed from Death to Life, because we love the Brethren. We know (Says this Apostle in this Epistle, c. 3. 14.) that we have passed from Death to Life, Because we love the Brothers. pns12 vvb (vvz d n1 p-acp d n1, sy. crd crd) cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
205 That he speaks here in a more particular manner of love to the poor Brethren, which uttereth it self after the manner of goodness, mercy, That he speaks Here in a more particular manner of love to the poor Brothers, which utters it self After the manner of Goodness, mercy, cst pns31 vvz av p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
206 and compassion, appears from the sequel of the context, and more especially from vers. 17. But who so hath this worlds goods, and compassion, appears from the sequel of the context, and more especially from vers. 17. But who so hath this world's goods, cc n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-dc av-j p-acp fw-la. crd cc-acp r-crq av vhz d ng1 n2-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
207 and seeth his Brother have need, and shutteth up his Bowels of compassion from him, and sees his Brother have need, and shutteth up his Bowels of compassion from him, cc vvz po31 n1 vhb n1, cc vvz a-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
208 how dwelleth the love of God in him? Now then the Apostle (as ye heard) speaking thus; how dwells the love of God in him? Now then the Apostle (as you herd) speaking thus; q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31? av av dt n1 (c-acp pn22 vvd) vvg av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
209 We know that we have passed from Death to Life, because we love the Brethren; We know that we have passed from Death to Life, Because we love the Brothers; pns12 vvb cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 17
210 his meaning is, that all they who love the Brethren (in the sense specified) i. express themselves in a way of kindness and mercy to such of the Brethren who are poor, his meaning is, that all they who love the Brothers (in the sense specified) i. express themselves in a Way of kindness and mercy to such of the Brothers who Are poor, po31 n1 vbz, cst d pns32 r-crq vvb dt n2 (p-acp dt n1 vvd) pns11. vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 r-crq vbr j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
211 and stand in need of their help, know hereby, i. may readily or easily know hereby, have a pregnant ground on which to be built up in this blessed confidence or assurance, that they have passed from Death to Life, that the bitterness of the wrath, and stand in need of their help, know hereby, i. may readily or Easily know hereby, have a pregnant ground on which to be built up in this blessed confidence or assurance, that they have passed from Death to Life, that the bitterness of the wrath, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvb av, sy. vmb av-j cc av-j vvb av, vhb dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d j-vvn n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
212 and vengeance which is to come, is already passed as to them, and that condemnation shall not be their portion. and vengeance which is to come, is already passed as to them, and that condemnation shall not be their portion. cc n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, cc d n1 vmb xx vbi po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 18
213 The 17, and 18. verses of the 4th chapter of the same Epistle, are confederate in Notion and Import, with the now-opened passage, The 17, and 18. Verses of the 4th chapter of the same Epistle, Are confederate in Notion and Import, with the now-opened passage, dt crd, cc crd n2 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1, vbr j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
214 and give testimony to the same Truth. and give testimony to the same Truth. cc vvb n1 p-acp dt d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
215 In the former, Herein (saith John) is our love [ or, love with us, NONLATINALPHABET ] made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement, In the former, Herein (Says John) is our love [ or, love with us, ] made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement, p-acp dt j, av (vvz np1) vbz po12 n1 [ cc, vvb p-acp pno12, ] vvd j, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
216 because as he is, so are we in this world. Because as he is, so Are we in this world. c-acp c-acp pns31 vbz, av vbr pns12 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
217 As if he should say, this is a signe, an argument, that our love hath attained some measure, As if he should say, this is a Signen, an argument, that our love hath attained Some measure, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, d vbz dt n1, dt n1, cst po12 vvb vhz vvn d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
218 or degree, of perfection, and hath acted its part well, when it hath raised us to a boldness, or fearlesness of spirit, in the day [ i. against the day ] of the judgement of the world. or degree, of perfection, and hath acted its part well, when it hath raised us to a boldness, or fearlessness of Spirit, in the day [ i. against the day ] of the judgement of the world. cc n1, pp-f n1, cc vhz vvn po31 n1 av, c-crq pn31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 [ sy. p-acp dt n1 ] pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
219 Or thus, the consideration of this great priviledge, or fruit of our love, when it shall be grown to any strength or perfection, is a worthy motive unto us to perfect it, Or thus, the consideration of this great privilege, or fruit of our love, when it shall be grown to any strength or perfection, is a worthy motive unto us to perfect it, cc av, dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 vvi, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
220 or to hasten us to the perfecting of it, viz. that by it we shall have boldness [ or, liberty of face, NONLATINALPHABET ] in the day of judgement. or to hasten us to the perfecting of it, viz. that by it we shall have boldness [ or, liberty of face, ] in the day of judgement. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, n1 cst p-acp pn31 pns12 vmb vhb n1 [ cc, n1 pp-f n1, ] p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
221 Now they, who at present know they shall have boldness in the day of judgement, must needs have, Now they, who At present know they shall have boldness in the day of judgement, must needs have, av pns32, r-crq p-acp j vvb pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av vhi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
222 even at present, a large first fruits of that Harvest. It follows: because as he is, so are we in this world. even At present, a large First fruits of that Harvest. It follows: Because as he is, so Are we in this world. av p-acp j, dt j ord n2 pp-f d n1. pn31 vvz: c-acp c-acp pns31 vbz, av vbr pns12 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 18
223 This clause seems to contain a reason or ground of the former assertion, and to import that our being found in this world by means of our love perfected, This clause seems to contain a reason or ground of the former assertion, and to import that our being found in this world by means of our love perfected, d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi cst po12 n1 vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f po12 n1 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
224 like unto God, or unto Christ, who fils the world with the fruits of his love, goodness and mercy, is a pregnant reason, like unto God, or unto christ, who fills the world with the fruits of his love, Goodness and mercy, is a pregnant reason, av-j p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1, vbz dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
225 why we should even at present, promise unto our selves boldness in the day of judgement, in as much as there is not the least colour for any jealousie or fear, that God should condemn those in the day of judgment, who have been like unto himself in works of love, goodness and mercie (works wherein himself most delighteth) and this in a place, where it is a matter of greatest difficulty and disadvantage for men to resemble him in these, viz. this present world, where there are so few examples leading, why we should even At present, promise unto our selves boldness in the day of judgement, in as much as there is not the least colour for any jealousy or Fear, that God should condemn those in the day of judgement, who have been like unto himself in works of love, Goodness and mercy (works wherein himself most delights) and this in a place, where it is a matter of greatest difficulty and disadvantage for men to resemble him in these, viz. this present world, where there Are so few Examples leading, c-crq pns12 vmd av p-acp j, vvb p-acp po12 n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt ds n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst np1 vmd vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb vbn av-j p-acp px31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 (n2 q-crq n1 av-ds vvz) cc d p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f js n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d, n1 d j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr av d n2 vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
226 or incouragements inducing, unto such things; yea and very many things greatly discouraging from them. or encouragements inducing, unto such things; yea and very many things greatly discouraging from them. cc n2 vvg, p-acp d n2; uh cc av d n2 av-j vvg p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
227 The Tenor of the latter of the two verses pointed at, is, There is no fear in love. The Tenor of the latter of the two Verses pointed At, is, There is no Fear in love. dt n1 pp-f dt d pp-f dt crd n2 vvn p-acp, vbz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
228 He speaks of love made perfect (as appears both from the former verse, as also from the clause immediately following:) In this love (he saith) there is no fear, i. e. He speaks of love made perfect (as appears both from the former verse, as also from the clause immediately following:) In this love (he Says) there is no Fear, i. e. pns31 vvz pp-f n1 vvn j (c-acp vvz d p-acp dt j n1, c-acp av p-acp dt n1 av-j vvg:) p-acp d n1 (pns31 vvz) pc-acp vbz dx n1, sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
229 with this love, or where this love is, there is no fear [ viz. of condemnation, or rejection by God: with this love, or where this love is, there is no Fear [ viz. of condemnation, or rejection by God: p-acp d vvb, cc c-crq d vvb vbz, a-acp vbz dx n1 [ n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
230 ] The reason follows, by way of Antithesis; but perfect love, i. e. ] The reason follows, by Way of Antithesis; but perfect love, i. e. ] dt n1 vvz, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp j n1, sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
231 because love when grown to any good degree of perfection, casteth out [ such ] fear out of the same heart with it. Because love when grown to any good degree of perfection, Cast out [ such ] Fear out of the same heart with it. c-acp n1 c-crq vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, vvz av [ d ] vvb av pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
232 And the reason (saith he) why love carrieth this opposition in it unto fear (as viz. to eject and cast it out of the soul) is because fear hath punishment, or torment, implying that the nature of love, goodness and mercy, is so rich, sweet and God-like, that it will endure nothing that is afflicting, And the reason (Says he) why love Carrieth this opposition in it unto Fear (as viz. to eject and cast it out of the soul) is Because Fear hath punishment, or torment, implying that the nature of love, Goodness and mercy, is so rich, sweet and Godlike, that it will endure nothing that is afflicting, cc dt n1 (vvz pns31) q-crq vvb vvz d n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 (c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1) vbz p-acp n1 vhz n1, cc n1, vvg cst dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, vbz av j, j cc j, cst pn31 vmb vvi pix cst vbz vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
233 or tormenting, neither in others as far as it is able to relieve them; but especially not, in its own subject, in the same person, where it self resideth. or tormenting, neither in Others as Far as it is able to relieve them; but especially not, in its own Subject, in the same person, where it self resideth. cc vvg, av-dx p-acp n2-jn c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32; cc-acp av-j xx, p-acp po31 d n-jn, p-acp dt d n1, c-crq pn31 n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
234 This for proof of the Doctrine from the Scriptures. Proceed we to the further demonstration of it by principles and grounds in Reason. This for proof of the Doctrine from the Scriptures. Proceed we to the further demonstration of it by principles and grounds in Reason. d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2. vvb pns12 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
235 First, a spirit of mercy acting regularly, and bringing forth fruit in due season, must needs breed that good blood in the soul which the Doctrine speaks of, bless men with a glorious security, at least with a rich capacity of being secured, against judgement, First, a Spirit of mercy acting regularly, and bringing forth fruit in due season, must needs breed that good blood in the soul which the Doctrine speaks of, bless men with a glorious security, At least with a rich capacity of being secured, against judgement, ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg av-j, cc vvg av n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vmb av vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f, vvb n2 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
236 and fear of condemnation, because it renders them like unto God, and this clearly to their own sense, and Fear of condemnation, Because it renders them like unto God, and this clearly to their own sense, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp np1, cc d av-j p-acp po32 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
237 and in their own understandings, in such things or respects, upon which they are declared and owned by him in the Scriptures, as his children. and in their own understandings, in such things or respects, upon which they Are declared and owned by him in the Scriptures, as his children. cc p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp d n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2, c-acp po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
238 But I say unto you (saith our Saviour to his Disciples) Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, But I say unto you (Says our Saviour to his Disciples) Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 (vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2) vvb po22 n2, vvb pno32 cst vvb pn22, vdb j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
239 and pray for them that despitefully use you, and persecute you, that you may be the children of your Father which is in Heaven. and pray for them that despitefully use you, and persecute you, that you may be the children of your Father which is in Heaven. cc vvb p-acp pno32 cst av-j vvb pn22, cc vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
240 For he maketh his Sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sendeth rain on the just, and unjust . For he makes his Sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the just, and unjust. p-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn cc dt j, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt j, cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
241 It is the manner of the Scripture to call persons, the children of those whom they resemble in their Genius, or ways. It is the manner of the Scripture to call Persons, the children of those whom they resemble in their Genius, or ways. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, dt n2 pp-f d ro-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
242 Thus they who resemble Abraham in his Faith, are termed Abrahams children, and so, Abrahams Seed, Luke 19. 9. Joh. 8. 39. Rom. 9. 8. Gal. 3. 7. &c. And those who resemble the Divel in his wicked disposition and practises, are termed his children, Ioh. 8. 44. Act. 13. 10. 1 Ioh. 3. 10. See more of this notion, Ezek. 16. 3. Isai. 57. 3. But those who resemble God in his goodness and mercy unto men, are not termed his children upon the bare account of such an imitation, Thus they who resemble Abraham in his Faith, Are termed Abrahams children, and so, Abrahams Seed, Lycia 19. 9. John 8. 39. Rom. 9. 8. Gal. 3. 7. etc. And those who resemble the devil in his wicked disposition and practises, Are termed his children, John 8. 44. Act. 13. 10. 1 John 3. 10. See more of this notion, Ezekiel 16. 3. Isaiah 57. 3. But those who resemble God in his Goodness and mercy unto men, Are not termed his children upon the bore account of such an imitation, av pns32 r-crq vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbr vvn npg1 n2, cc av, npg1 n1, av crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av cc d r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n2, vbr vvn po31 n2, np1 crd crd n1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd vvb av-dc pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp d r-crq vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vbr xx vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
243 but rather because they are partakers of the Divine Nature (as Peter speaketh) and have been spiritually begotten of him. but rather Because they Are partakers of the Divine Nature (as Peter speaks) and have been spiritually begotten of him. cc-acp av-c c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 (c-acp np1 vvz) cc vhb vbn av-j vvn pp-f pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 20
244 Beloved (saith John ) Let us love one another; for love is of God, and every one that loveth is BORN OF GOD; and knoweth God . beloved (Says John) Let us love one Another; for love is of God, and every one that loves is BORN OF GOD; and Knoweth God. vvn (vvz np1) vvb pno12 vvb pi j-jn; p-acp n1 vbz pp-f np1, cc d pi cst vvz vbz vvn pp-f np1; cc vvz np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
245 And whereas men are said to be the Children of God by Faith in Christ Jesus , the faith by which they become his children, is onely such a Faith, which hath the works we speak of, works of goodness and mercy always in the womb and heart of it, And whereas men Are said to be the Children of God by Faith in christ jesus, the faith by which they become his children, is only such a Faith, which hath the works we speak of, works of Goodness and mercy always in the womb and heart of it, cc cs n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb po31 n2, vbz av-j d dt n1, r-crq vhz dt n2 pns12 vvb pp-f, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
246 and upon occasion, in the hand of it, according to the Apostles own explication of himself in such sayings as this: and upon occasion, in the hand of it, according to the Apostles own explication of himself in such sayings as this: cc p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvg p-acp dt n2 d n1 pp-f px31 p-acp d n2-vvg p-acp d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
247 For in Christ Jesus, [ i. e. For in christ jesus, [ i. e. p-acp p-acp np1 np1, [ sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
248 under the Gospel or under the profession of Christ come in the flesh ] neither circumcision availeth any thing [ viz. towards justification, under the Gospel or under the profession of christ come in the Flesh ] neither circumcision availeth any thing [ viz. towards justification, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp dt n1 ] av-dx n1 vvz d n1 [ n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
249 or salvation ] nor uncircumcision, but faith which worketh [ or rather which is operative, or salvation ] nor uncircumcision, but faith which works [ or rather which is operative, cc n1 ] ccx n1, cc-acp n1 r-crq vvz [ cc av-c r-crq vbz j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
250 or working, i. e, which effectually disposeth and inclineth thethe person in whom it resideth, to work by love , clearly implying that such a Faith which is not NONLATINALPHABET, very operative (for such is the import of the word NONLATINALPHABET) by love, or through love, [ both unto God, or working, i. e, which effectually Disposeth and Inclineth thethe person in whom it resideth, to work by love, clearly implying that such a Faith which is not, very operative (for such is the import of the word) by love, or through love, [ both unto God, cc vvg, sy. sy, r-crq av-j vvz cc vvz uh n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, av-j vvg cst d dt n1 r-crq vbz xx, av j-jn (c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1) p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, [ d p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
251 and men ] availeth every whitis little, either to justification, or salvation, as circumcision, or uncircumcision themselves. But this by the way. and men ] availeth every whitis little, either to justification, or salvation, as circumcision, or uncircumcision themselves. But this by the Way. cc n2 ] vvz d n2 j, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, c-acp n1, cc n1 px32. p-acp d p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
252 Now then if works of goodness and mercy, declare and avouch men and women, and this in their own consciences, to be not only followers of God in his ways of greatest delight, Now then if works of Goodness and mercy, declare and avouch men and women, and this in their own Consciences, to be not only followers of God in his ways of greatest delight, av av cs n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb cc vvi n2 cc n2, cc d p-acp po32 d n2, pc-acp vbi xx j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f js n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
253 but his children also, partakers of his nature, they cannot lightly be in bondage under any servile jealousies or fears of being condemned, or destroyed by him. but his children also, partakers of his nature, they cannot lightly be in bondage under any servile jealousies or fears of being condemned, or destroyed by him. cc-acp po31 n2 av, n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vmbx av-j vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f vbg vvn, cc vvn p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
254 Men that are evil (as our Saviour remindeth us, ye• know [ by the instinct and teachings of nature ] to give good things unto their children, &c. so far are they from destroying them. Men that Are evil (as our Saviour remindeth us, ye• know [ by the instinct and teachings of nature ] to give good things unto their children, etc. so Far Are they from destroying them. np1 cst vbr j-jn (p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12, n1 vvb [ p-acp dt n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f n1 ] pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po32 n2, av av av-j vbr pns32 p-acp vvg pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
255 How then can it enter into the heart or any man, that God, who is full of love and all goodness, yea goodness it self, How then can it enter into the heart or any man, that God, who is full of love and all Goodness, yea Goodness it self, uh-crq av vmb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc d n1, cst np1, r-crq vbz j pp-f n1 cc d n1, uh n1 pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 22
256 and so acknowledged by all men, should abandon his chitdren, who are are really and truly, and so acknowledged by all men, should abandon his chitdren, who Are Are really and truly, cc av vvn p-acp d n2, vmd vvi po31 n2, r-crq vbr vbr av-j cc av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 22
257 though spiritually, descended from him, and who avouch their Heavenly parentage in the sight of the world, by doing the works of their great Father, that he (I say) should abandon such children as these unto perdition, though spiritually, descended from him, and who avouch their Heavenly parentage in the sighed of the world, by doing the works of their great Father, that he (I say) should abandon such children as these unto perdition, c-acp av-j, vvn p-acp pno31, cc q-crq vvb po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vdg dt n2 pp-f po32 j n1, cst pns31 (pns11 vvb) vmd vvi d n2 c-acp d p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 22
258 unto the vengeance of eternal fire. A second reason of the Doctrine is: unto the vengeance of Eternal fire. A second reason of the Doctrine is: p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 22
259 when a mans heart is enlarged in mercy, kindness and love to those that stand in need, when a men heart is enlarged in mercy, kindness and love to those that stand in need, c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
260 so that doing of good unto such, is a thing connatural and pleasing to him, comporting with his Genius and disposition, he is in an advantagious posture hereby to take impressions of a belief, that like gracious and merciful dispositions are to be found in others also; so that doing of good unto such, is a thing connatural and pleasing to him, comporting with his Genius and disposition, he is in an advantageous posture hereby to take impressions of a belief, that like gracious and merciful dispositions Are to be found in Others also; av cst vdg pp-f j p-acp d, vbz dt n1 j cc j-vvg p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 av pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt n1, cst av-j j cc j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
261 according to that of the Apostle; charity or love, — beleeveth all things, hopeth all things [ i. e. effectually inclineth, according to that of the Apostle; charity or love, — Believeth all things, Hopes all things [ i. e. effectually Inclineth, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1; n1 cc n1, — vvz d n2, vvz d n2 [ sy. sy. av-j vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
262 or disposeth the persons qualified with it, to beleeve and hope the best concerning others, upon any competent and tolerable grounds for either, or Disposeth the Persons qualified with it, to believe and hope the best Concerning Others, upon any competent and tolerable grounds for either, cc vvz dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt js vvg n2-jn, p-acp d j cc j n2 p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
263 and where reasons are not pregnant or convincing of the contrary ] Especially a man by means of such a frame and temper of his own heart and spirit, and where Reasons Are not pregnant or convincing of the contrary ] Especially a man by means of such a frame and temper of his own heart and Spirit, cc q-crq n2 vbr xx j cc j-vvg pp-f dt j-jn ] av-j dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
264 as that we speak of, is richly prepared to entertain the report of the kindness and mercy, of the goodness and love of God, in the Gospel. as that we speak of, is richly prepared to entertain the report of the kindness and mercy, of the Goodness and love of God, in the Gospel. c-acp cst pns12 vvb pp-f, vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
265 For he that is conscious to himself, that he himself is graciously and mercifully inclined, can freely pardon those that have injured or offended him, can freely minister unto the necessities of those that stand in need, must of necessity beleeve that God is above him in all these excellencies, more gracious, more merciful, &c. (which we know is the tenor and substance of the Gospel) or else make himself, For he that is conscious to himself, that he himself is graciously and mercifully inclined, can freely pardon those that have injured or offended him, can freely minister unto the necessities of those that stand in need, must of necessity believe that God is above him in all these excellencies, more gracious, more merciful, etc. (which we know is the tenor and substance of the Gospel) or Else make himself, p-acp pns31 cst vbz j p-acp px31, cst pns31 px31 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn, vmb av-j vvi d cst vhb vvn cc vvn pno31, vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp n1, vmb pp-f n1 vvb cst np1 vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp d d n2, av-dc j, av-dc j, av (r-crq pns12 vvb vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) cc av vvi px31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 22
266 if not superior, yet equal unto God, in those things, which are his greatest glory in the eyes of his creature. if not superior, yet equal unto God, in those things, which Are his greatest glory in the eyes of his creature. cs xx j-jn, av j-jn p-acp np1, p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr po31 js n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
267 Now this the conscience of every man and woman naturally trembles and abhors to do. Now this the conscience of every man and woman naturally trembles and abhors to do. av d dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 av-j vvz cc vvz pc-acp vdi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
268 Therefore he that is largehearted and open handed, in mercy, kindness and goodness unto men, hath space and roomth (as it were) within him to receive and give entertainment unto that great Salvation, which the Gospel brings and offers unto the world, together with all the Heavenly retinue of the grace, love, goodness, mercy and bounty of God, which accompany it: Therefore he that is largehearted and open handed, in mercy, kindness and Goodness unto men, hath Molle and roomth (as it were) within him to receive and give entertainment unto that great Salvation, which the Gospel brings and offers unto the world, together with all the Heavenly retinue of the grace, love, Goodness, mercy and bounty of God, which accompany it: av pns31 cst vbz j cc j vvn, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vhz n1 cc vvz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1, av p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
269 all which being received into the soul by Faith, joyn hand in hand to secure him against condemnation. all which being received into the soul by Faith, join hand in hand to secure him against condemnation. d r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
270 Whereas men and women of narrow and scant hearts, wherein there is stowage and roomth onely for themselves and their own worldly concernments, lie under a most sad disadvantage, next to an incapacity, to embrace the glad tidings of the Gospel, in their due compass and extent, without which they will hardly reach to the effectual allaying and quelling of their fears of wrath and condemnation for their sins. Whereas men and women of narrow and scant hearts, wherein there is stowage and roomth only for themselves and their own worldly concernments, lie under a most sad disadvantage, next to an incapacity, to embrace the glad tidings of the Gospel, in their due compass and extent, without which they will hardly reach to the effectual allaying and quelling of their fears of wrath and condemnation for their Sins. cs n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc j n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 cc vvz av-j p-acp px32 cc po32 d j n2, vvb p-acp dt av-ds j n1, ord p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp dt j j-vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
271 It is a piece of the Prayer which Paul made for the Ephesians, that being rooted and grounded in love [ i. e. It is a piece of the Prayer which Paul made for the Ephesians, that being rooted and grounded in love [ i. e. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp dt np1, cst vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 [ sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
272 being upon pregnant, weighty, and mature considerations and grounds, resolved against all disswasives and temptations to the contrary, to persevere in love, and in the exercise of it, they might by the opportunity and help of such a frame of heart, be able to comprehend with all Saints, [ i. e. being upon pregnant, weighty, and mature considerations and grounds, resolved against all dissuasives and temptations to the contrary, to persevere in love, and in the exercise of it, they might by the opportunity and help of such a frame of heart, be able to comprehend with all Saints, [ i. e. vbg p-acp j, j, cc j n2 cc n2, vvn p-acp d n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt n-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvb, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vmd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, [ sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
273 to conceive and understand, with a commensurableness of apprehension and faith, as near as may be, wherein I pray that all the Saints may be partakers likewise with you ] what is the breadth and length, to conceive and understand, with a commensurableness of apprehension and faith, as near as may be, wherein I pray that all the Saints may be partakers likewise with you ] what is the breadth and length, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp av-j c-acp vmb vbi, c-crq pns11 vvb cst d dt n2 vmb vbi n2 av p-acp pn22 ] q-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 23
274 and depth, and height, and to know the love of Christ, that passeth knowledge, &c. To know the love of Christ in all the dimensions of it here named, to know it (I mean) as men may, and depth, and height, and to know the love of christ, that passes knowledge, etc. To know the love of christ in all the dimensions of it Here nam, to know it (I mean) as men may, cc n1, cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz n1, av p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31 av vvn, pc-acp vvi pn31 (pns11 vvb) p-acp n2 vmb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
275 and ought to know it (though otherwise in the full compass of it, it is above the knowledge and belief of men) but I say to know it, and ought to know it (though otherwise in the full compass of it, it is above the knowledge and belief of men) but I say to know it, cc pi pc-acp vvi pn31 (c-acp av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2) cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
276 as men may know it, is sufficient to rescue their hearts and consciences out of the hand of all fear of judgement or condemnation for sin. as men may know it, is sufficient to rescue their hearts and Consciences out of the hand of all Fear of judgement or condemnation for since. c-acp n2 vmb vvi pn31, vbz j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
277 Now then the Apostle in the passage yet before us, clearly supposeth. 1. That persons rooted and grounded in love (in the sense declared) are in a rich and immediate capacity of attaining this knowledge; Now then the Apostle in the passage yet before us, clearly Supposeth. 1. That Persons rooted and grounded in love (in the sense declared) Are in a rich and immediate capacity of attaining this knowledge; av av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp pno12, av-j vvz. crd d n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 (p-acp dt n1 vvd) vbr p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f vvg d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
278 And 2. That no person without this qualification or advantage, is in any likelyhood, yea or possibility, to attain it. And 2. That no person without this qualification or advantage, is in any likelihood, yea or possibility, to attain it. cc crd cst dx n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp d n1, uh cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
279 Where love to God and men with the rest of the gracious retinue which still bear it company, Where love to God and men with the rest of the gracious retinue which still bear it company, q-crq n1 p-acp np1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq av vvb pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
280 as mercy, goodness, &c. have not opened, widened, and enlarged the heart to a very great extent and compass, the breadth and length, depth and height of the love of Christ to men, cannot by reason of their vast dimensions, enter, or receive entertainment there. This is a second Reason. as mercy, Goodness, etc. have not opened, widened, and enlarged the heart to a very great extent and compass, the breadth and length, depth and height of the love of christ to men, cannot by reason of their vast dimensions, enter, or receive entertainment there. This is a second Reason. c-acp n1, n1, av vhb xx vvn, vvn, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, vmbx p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n2, vvb, cc vvi n1 a-acp. d vbz dt ord n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 24
281 Thirdly, there is a principle found in the generality of men, to conceive and think that God is like unto themselves in inward principles and dispositions, whatsoever these be. Thirdly, there is a principle found in the generality of men, to conceive and think that God is like unto themselves in inward principles and dispositions, whatsoever these be. ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi cst np1 vbz av-j p-acp px32 p-acp j n2 cc n2, r-crq d vbb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
282 The truth is, that by creation they did in these resemble him, and were like unto him, The truth is, that by creation they did in these resemble him, and were like unto him, dt n1 vbz, cst p-acp n1 pns32 vdd p-acp d vvi pno31, cc vbdr av-j p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
283 and this was their glory, being (I conceive) that Image of God, in which they are said to have been created. and this was their glory, being (I conceive) that Image of God, in which they Are said to have been created. cc d vbds po32 n1, vbg (pns11 vvb) cst n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
284 Again, true it is, that by Regeneration this resemblance is regained: Again, true it is, that by Regeneration this resemblance is Regained: av, j pn31 vbz, cst p-acp n1 d n1 vbz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
285 and this for the measure or degree of it, proportionable to the greater or leser perfection of the work it self of Regeneration. and this for the measure or degree of it, proportionable to the greater or leser perfection of the work it self of Regeneration. cc d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, j p-acp dt jc cc vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
286 Now though wicked men by voluntary sinning, and continuing in sin upon such terms, grievously obliterate, deface, Now though wicked men by voluntary sinning, and Continuing in since upon such terms, grievously obliterate, deface, av cs j n2 p-acp j-jn vvg, cc vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, av-j j, vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 24
287 and wast this Image or similitude of God in themselves, and make themselves more like unto Satan, then God; and wast this Image or similitude of God in themselves, and make themselves more like unto Satan, then God; cc vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32, cc vvi px32 av-dc av-j p-acp np1, av np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
288 yet partly out of the pride, partly out of the ignorance of their hearts, partly out of a desire to enjoy themselves in the pleasures and contentments of sin without fear of being judged by God for it in the end, they are willing to hearken unto Satan, when he suggesteth unto them, yet partly out of the pride, partly out of the ignorance of their hearts, partly out of a desire to enjoy themselves in the pleasures and contentment's of since without Fear of being judged by God for it in the end, they Are willing to harken unto Satan, when he suggests unto them, av av av pp-f dt n1, av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, av av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
289 and tempteth them to beleeve that God symbolizeth in the same principles, Genius and disposition with them, according to that of David, Thou thoughtest (speaking in the person of God to a wicked man) that I am altogether such an one as thy self, and consequently, that I am not offended with thee, will not punish thee, for thy wickedness: and tempts them to believe that God symbolizeth in the same principles, Genius and disposition with them, according to that of David, Thou thoughtest (speaking in the person of God to a wicked man) that I am altogether such an one as thy self, and consequently, that I am not offended with thee, will not Punish thee, for thy wickedness: cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvz p-acp dt d n2, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp d pp-f np1, pns21 vvd2 (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1) d pns11 vbm av d dt pi p-acp po21 n1, cc av-j, cst pns11 vbm xx vvn p-acp pno21, vmb xx vvi pno21, p-acp po21 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
290 but thou art dreadfully deceived in this: but thou art dreadfully deceived in this: p-acp pns21 vb2r av-j vvn p-acp d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
291 for (as it follows) I will reprove thee, and set them [ thy sins ] in order before thine eyes ; for (as it follows) I will reprove thee, and Set them [ thy Sins ] in order before thine eyes; c-acp (c-acp pn31 vvz) pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvd pno32 [ po21 vvz ] p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
292 meaning, that he would judge and punish him severely for them, and this with such a kind of judgement, which should be as glass unto him, wherein he should (as it were) see his sins one after another as he had committed them, in their native and proper shapes of deformity. meaning, that he would judge and Punish him severely for them, and this with such a kind of judgement, which should be as glass unto him, wherein he should (as it were) see his Sins one After Another as he had committed them, in their native and proper shapes of deformity. n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31 av-j p-acp pno32, cc d p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vmd (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvi po31 n2 crd p-acp j-jn c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32, p-acp po32 j-jn cc j n2 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
293 Now as wicked men are apt to think, though very foolishly and falsly, that God is of their mind and like unto them, Now as wicked men Are apt to think, though very foolishly and falsely, that God is of their mind and like unto them, av c-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cs av av-j cc av-j, cst np1 vbz pp-f po32 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
294 so are holy and good men apt to think also, and this according to their duty, and the truth; so Are holy and good men apt to think also, and this according to their duty, and the truth; av vbr j cc j n2 j pc-acp vvi av, cc d vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
295 onely acknowledging their own infirmities and imperfections, and consequently, their due distance from God. only acknowledging their own infirmities and imperfections, and consequently, their due distance from God. av-j vvg po32 d n2 cc n2, cc av-j, po32 j-jn n1 p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
296 Good men cannot but think that God is good, that he is holy, that he is gracious, merciful, &c. and consequently that he is like unto them, Good men cannot but think that God is good, that he is holy, that he is gracious, merciful, etc. and consequently that he is like unto them, j n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz j, cst pns31 vbz j, cst pns31 vbz j, j, av cc av-j cst pns31 vbz av-j p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
297 or (which is the same as to the point in hand) they unto him. or (which is the same as to the point in hand) they unto him. cc (r-crq vbz dt d c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1) pns32 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
298 And the more explicit and express these divine impressions or qualities are found in them, the richer and fuller their knowledge and assureance must needs be that God is like unto them, and they unto him. And the more explicit and express these divine impressions or qualities Are found in them, the Richer and fuller their knowledge and assurance must needs be that God is like unto them, and they unto him. cc dt av-dc j cc vvi d j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, dt jc cc jc po32 n1 cc n1 vmb av vbi d n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno32, cc pns32 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 25
299 As when men are eminently gracious, eminently good eminently merciful, &c. there is scarce any place left for questioning or doubting, As when men Are eminently gracious, eminently good eminently merciful, etc. there is scarce any place left for questioning or doubting, p-acp c-crq n2 vbr av-j j, av-j j av-j j, av pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
300 whether we be like unto God, and so he to us, or no. whither we be like unto God, and so he to us, or no. cs pns12 vbb j p-acp np1, cc av pns31 p-acp pno12, cc uh-dx. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
301 Now then when a man shall be rich, and reign in this confidence, that he is like unto God in righteousness, goodness, mercy, &c. how, Now then when a man shall be rich, and Reign in this confidence, that he is like unto God in righteousness, Goodness, mercy, etc. how, av av c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi j, cc vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz av-j p-acp np1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, av c-crq, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
302 or upon what account can he be afraid that God should condemn or destroy him? Though fear in many cases be a very irrational, sensless, or upon what account can he be afraid that God should condemn or destroy him? Though Fear in many cases be a very irrational, senseless, cc p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns31 vbi j cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31? cs n1 p-acp d n2 vbb dt av j, j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
303 and unruly passion, yet to be afraid, lest God should send the Divine Nature, that is, his own, into Hell, is a kind of fear so broadly irrational and extravagant, that it is not incident to one of many thousands. and unruly passion, yet to be afraid, lest God should send the Divine Nature, that is, his own, into Hell, is a kind of Fear so broadly irrational and extravagant, that it is not incident to one of many thousands. cc j n1, av pc-acp vbi j, cs np1 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1, cst vbz, po31 d, p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av av-j j cc j, cst pn31 vbz xx j p-acp crd pp-f d crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
304 Besides, sympathize and communion in nature, disposition, and action, when apprehended and beleeved, is security in abundance to the inferiour, from receiving any prejudice or harm by the power of him that is Superior. Beside, sympathise and communion in nature, disposition, and actium, when apprehended and believed, is security in abundance to the inferior, from receiving any prejudice or harm by the power of him that is Superior. p-acp, vvi cc n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, c-crq vvn cc vvn, vbz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp vvg d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbz j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
305 Upon this ground it was, that the wicked person, concerning whom we lately heard from David that he thought God to be such an one altogether as himself, was confidently secure that God would not hurt, judg, or punish him; Upon this ground it was, that the wicked person, Concerning whom we lately herd from David that he Thought God to be such an one altogether as himself, was confidently secure that God would not hurt, judge, or Punish him; p-acp d n1 pn31 vbds, cst dt j n1, vvg r-crq pns12 av-j vvn p-acp np1 cst pns31 vvn np1 p-acp vbb d dt pi av c-acp px31, vbds av-j j cst np1 vmd xx vvi, vvb, cc vvi pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
306 which conceit of his, as a natural consequent of the said thought, David plainly intimates by making God to say in opposition to it, (as we likewise heard) but I will reprove thee, which conceit of his, as a natural consequent of the said Thought, David plainly intimates by making God to say in opposition to it, (as we likewise herd) but I will reprove thee, r-crq n1 pp-f png31, c-acp dt j j pp-f dt j-vvn n1, np1 av-j vvz p-acp vvg np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, (c-acp pns12 av vvn) p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno21, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
307 and set them in order before thine eys ; meaning, that he would punish, or destroy him; and Set them in order before thine eyes; meaning, that he would Punish, or destroy him; cc vvd pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n2; n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi, cc vvi pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
308 which implies, that this wretched man promised unto himself peace and freedom from punishment, from the hand of God. which Implies, that this wretched man promised unto himself peace and freedom from punishment, from the hand of God. r-crq vvz, cst d j n1 vvn p-acp px31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
309 The Apostle Iohn likewise builds upon the same foundation, in reasoning (as we lately also heard) thus: The Apostle John likewise builds upon the same Foundation, in reasoning (as we lately also herd) thus: dt n1 np1 av vvz p-acp dt d n1, p-acp vvg (c-acp pns12 av-j av vvn) av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
310 Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement: Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgement: av vbz po12 n1 vvd j, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
311 because as he is, so are we in this world . But of these words formerly. This for a third Reason. Because as he is, so Are we in this world. But of these words formerly. This for a third Reason. c-acp c-acp pns31 vbz, av vbr pns12 p-acp d n1. p-acp pp-f d n2 av-j. np1 p-acp dt ord n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 26
312 Fourthly, This impression is strong and clear upon every mans heart, conscience, and soul, that God loveth mercy, Fourthly, This impression is strong and clear upon every men heart, conscience, and soul, that God loves mercy, ord, d n1 vbz j cc j p-acp d ng1 n1, n1, cc n1, cst np1 vvz n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
313 as he doth all kind of righteousness and goodness otherwise. as he does all kind of righteousness and Goodness otherwise. c-acp pns31 vdz d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
314 We shall not need (I suppose) to strengthen the hand of this impression from the Scriptures; We shall not need (I suppose) to strengthen the hand of this impression from the Scriptures; pns12 vmb xx vvi (pns11 vvb) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
315 which plentifully assert the love which God beareth unto all righteousness, of which mercy is (and so the Scripture maketh it) a principal part, or member. which plentifully assert the love which God bears unto all righteousness, of which mercy is (and so the Scripture makes it) a principal part, or member. r-crq av-j vvb dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1, pp-f r-crq n1 vbz (cc av dt n1 vvz pn31) dt j-jn n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
316 Yea and nature it self teacheth every man this further, that the more any creature excelleth in any of those worthy dispositions which he loveth, he loveth this creature proportionably the more. Yea and nature it self Teaches every man this further, that the more any creature excels in any of those worthy dispositions which he loves, he loves this creature proportionably the more. uh cc n1 pn31 n1 vvz d n1 d av-jc, cst dt av-dc d n1 vvz p-acp d pp-f d j n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz d n1 av-j dt av-dc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
317 The righteous Lord (saith David) loveth righteousness, and then subjoyneth; The righteous Lord (Says David) loves righteousness, and then subjoineth; dt j n1 (vvz np1) vvz n1, cc av vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
318 his countenance doth behold the upright, or, those that are righteous , meaning, that he looketh after them ▪ and beareth respects of grace unto them. his countenance does behold the upright, or, those that Are righteous, meaning, that he looks After them ▪ and bears respects of grace unto them. po31 n1 vdz vvi dt j, cc, d cst vbr j, n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 ▪ cc vvz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
319 So then that being a known property of love, which the Apostle mentioneth amongst many others, viz. to think no evil, [ i. e. So then that being a known property of love, which the Apostle mentioneth among many Others, viz. to think no evil, [ i. e. av av cst vbg dt j-vvn n1 pp-f vvb, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2-jn, n1 pc-acp vvi dx n-jn, [ sy. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
320 to restrain its subject from intending hurt in one kind or other, to any person, to restrain its Subject from intending hurt in one kind or other, to any person, pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn p-acp vvg n1 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn, p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
321 unto whom it is born ] they who know that God loveth mercy, and merciful men (as all men generally do) and withal know, that themselves are merciful, which all they that are eminently merciful, cannot lightly but do, have no ground at all to fear that God intendeth evil towards, them, least of all that greatest of evils, condemnation, unto whom it is born ] they who know that God loves mercy, and merciful men (as all men generally do) and withal know, that themselves Are merciful, which all they that Are eminently merciful, cannot lightly but doe, have no ground At all to Fear that God intends evil towards, them, least of all that greatest of evils, condemnation, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn ] pns32 r-crq vvb cst np1 vvz n1, cc j n2 (c-acp d n2 av-j vdb) cc av vvb, cst px32 vbr j, r-crq d pns32 cst vbr av-j j, vmbx av-j p-acp n1, vhb dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvz j-jn p-acp, pno32, ds pp-f d cst js pp-f n2-jn, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
322 or the vengeance of eternal fire. This for a fourth Reason. or the vengeance of Eternal fire. This for a fourth Reason. cc dt n1 pp-f j n1. np1 p-acp dt ord n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
323 Fiftly, Hell is (as it were) the great draught, or jakes of the world, into which there is nothing to be thrown, Fifty, Hell is (as it were) the great draught, or jakes of the world, into which there is nothing to be thrown, ord, n1 vbz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz pix pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 27
324 or cast, but that which is filthy, noysom and unclean, and which would be offensive unto God, or cast, but that which is filthy, noisome and unclean, and which would be offensive unto God, cc vvd, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j, j cc j, cc r-crq vmd vbi j p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 27
325 and render the state and condition of holy and good men, the Sons and Daughters of God, less desireable and delightsome unto them, and render the state and condition of holy and good men, the Sons and Daughters of God, less desirable and delightsome unto them, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j cc j n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, av-dc j cc j p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
326 if it were not separated from them, and cast in there. if it were not separated from them, and cast in there. cs pn31 vbdr xx vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvd p-acp a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
327 Jewels or things, of value, pleasure and delight, are not wont to be thrown upon dunghils, Jewels or things, of valve, pleasure and delight, Are not wont to be thrown upon dunghills, n2 cc n2, pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
328 or into noysome Vaults, the use whereof only is to receive and keep that a-part, or into noisome Vaults, the use whereof only is to receive and keep that apart, cc p-acp j n2, dt n1 c-crq av-j vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi cst av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
329 and at a distance from men, which being neerer hand, and in view, would annoy them, and render their lives uncomfortable. and At a distance from men, which being nearer hand, and in view, would annoy them, and render their lives uncomfortable. cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbg jc n1, cc p-acp n1, vmd vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
330 Least of all are men wont to dispose of such things into any of these dishonourable receptacles, which are most necessary for the comfort and well being of many. Least of all Are men wont to dispose of such things into any of these dishonourable receptacles, which Are most necessary for the Comfort and well being of many. ds pp-f d vbr n2 j pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2 p-acp d pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbr av-ds j p-acp dt n1 cc av vbg pp-f d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
331 Now the Sons and Daughters of Mercy, are both Gods Jewels, and mens: they render God himself full of beauty, pleasantness, and desirableness unto the world. Now the Sons and Daughters of Mercy, Are both God's Jewels, and Mens: they render God himself full of beauty, pleasantness, and desirableness unto the world. av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbr d ng1 n2, cc fw-la: pns32 vvb np1 px31 j pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
332 Let your light (saith Christ) so shine before men, that they may see your good works, Let your Light (Says christ) so shine before men, that they may see your good works, vvb po22 j (vvz np1) av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
333 and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven . and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven. cc vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
334 As the Jewes directed him that was born blind, after they had been inform'd that Christ had opened his eyes, As the Jews directed him that was born blind, After they had been informed that christ had opened his eyes, p-acp dt np2 vvn pno31 cst vbds vvn j, c-acp pns32 vhd vbn vvn cst np1 vhd vvn po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
335 though upon a wrong and wicked pretence: Give God the praise, we know that this man is a sinner ; though upon a wrong and wicked pretence: Give God the praise, we know that this man is a sinner; cs p-acp dt n-jn cc j n1: vvb np1 dt n1, pns12 vvb cst d n1 vbz dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
336 So we knowing that men generally being left unto themselves, and led by the spirit of the flesh, So we knowing that men generally being left unto themselves, and led by the Spirit of the Flesh, av pns12 vvg d n2 av-j vbg vvn p-acp px32, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
337 and of the world, are sinners, are covetous, unmerciful, heard-hearted, &c. when we see the pleasant and lovely works of mercy and goodness putting forth themselves plentifully in them, we cannot, quitting our selves like men, and of the world, Are Sinners, Are covetous, unmerciful, heard-hearted, etc. when we see the pleasant and lovely works of mercy and Goodness putting forth themselves plentifully in them, we cannot, quitting our selves like men, cc pp-f dt n1, vbr n2, vbr j, j, j, av c-crq pns12 vvb dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvg av px32 av-j p-acp pno32, pns12 vmbx, vvg po12 n2 av-j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
338 but acknowledge God to be the Author and Father of these works in them, and consequently to be most gracious, lovely, and desireable himself. but acknowledge God to be the Author and Father of these works in them, and consequently to be most gracious, lovely, and desirable himself. cc-acp vvb np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pno32, cc av-j pc-acp vbi av-ds j, j, cc j px31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
339 The holy Ghost takes notice that the multitude wondred when they saw the dumb to speak, the maimed to be whole, the lame to walk, and the blind to see: The holy Ghost Takes notice that the multitude wondered when they saw the dumb to speak, the maimed to be Whole, the lame to walk, and the blind to see: dt j n1 vvz n1 cst dt n1 vvd c-crq pns32 vvd dt j pc-acp vvi, dt j-vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn, dt j pc-acp vvi, cc dt j pc-acp vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
340 and that upon this, they glorified the God of Israel ; and that upon this, they glorified the God of Israel; cc cst p-acp d, pns32 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 28
341 as knowing and considering, that it must needs be he, who by his grace and power, had made this happy change in the sad conditions of these miserable men. as knowing and considering, that it must needs be he, who by his grace and power, had made this happy change in the sad conditions of these miserable men. p-acp vvg cc vvg, cst pn31 vmb av vbb pns31, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vhd vvn d j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
342 But when men shall see of the stones of the Earth children raised up unto Abraham, and Wildernesses turned into Rivers, But when men shall see of the stones of the Earth children raised up unto Abraham, and Wildernesses turned into rivers, p-acp c-crq n2 vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp np1, cc n2 vvn p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
343 and dry and barren grounds into water-springs; and dry and barren grounds into water-springs; cc j cc j n2 p-acp n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
344 I mean, when they shall see men and women, who sometimes were, or atleast were in danger of being, I mean, when they shall see men and women, who sometime were, or atleast were in danger of being, pns11 vvb, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n2 cc n2, r-crq av vbdr, cc av vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f vbg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
345 as empty Vines bringing forth fruit onely to themselves; as empty Vines bringing forth fruit only to themselves; c-acp j n2 vvg av n1 av-j p-acp px32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
346 great self-lovers, self seekers, hard of bowels, eaten up with the zeal of this present world, regardless of the sorrows, miseries, necessities, extremities of others, &c. when men (I say) shall see such persons as these to be transformed and renewed in the frame of their hearts, great self-lovers, self seekers, hard of bowels, eaten up with the zeal of this present world, regardless of the sorrows, misery's, necessities, extremities of Others, etc. when men (I say) shall see such Persons as these to be transformed and renewed in the frame of their hearts, j n2, n1 n2, j pp-f n2, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av pp-f dt n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f n2-jn, av c-crq n2 (pns11 vvb) vmb vvi d n2 c-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
347 and spirit of their minds, as that now they are full of mercy, tender-hearted, of earning bowels, fruitful in good works, travailing in birth with the peace, comfort, joy of their generation, and Spirit of their minds, as that now they Are full of mercy, tender-hearted, of earning bowels, fruitful in good works, travailing in birth with the peace, Comfort, joy of their generation, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp cst av pns32 vbr j pp-f n1, j, pp-f vvg n2, j p-acp j n2, vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, n1, n1 pp-f po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
348 and of all round about them, these being matters of far greater dignation from God, and of all round about them, these being matters of Far greater dignation from God, cc pp-f d j p-acp pno32, d vbg n2 pp-f av-j jc n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
349 then the other, and not resolveable into any other Author or cause, but himself, cannot in reason, then the other, and not resolvable into any other Author or cause, but himself, cannot in reason, cs dt n-jn, cc xx j p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1, cc-acp px31, vmbx p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
350 but turn to a richer account in glory unto him from men, then those things, for which we heard that the multitude glorified the God of Israel. but turn to a Richer account in glory unto him from men, then those things, for which we herd that the multitude glorified the God of Israel. cc-acp vvb p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n2, cs d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvd cst dt n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
351 Thus then we see how merciful men are Gods Iewels, commending and setting him forth with beauty and pleasantness of glory unto the world. Thus then we see how merciful men Are God's Jewels, commending and setting him forth with beauty and pleasantness of glory unto the world. av av pns12 vvb c-crq j n2 vbr ng1 n2, vvg cc vvg pno31 av p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
352 In this respect there can be no ground of fear that he should cast them amongst the retryment and filth of the world, into the great sink, or common sewer of Hell. In this respect there can be no ground of Fear that he should cast them among the retryment and filth of the world, into the great sink, or Common sewer of Hell. p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 29
353 Again, the persons we speak of, the generation of the merciful, are so far from being any offence upon the holy Mountain of the Lord, Again, the Persons we speak of, the generation of the merciful, Are so Far from being any offence upon the holy Mountain of the Lord, av, dt n2 pns12 vvb pp-f, dt n1 pp-f dt j, vbr av av-j p-acp vbg d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 29
354 or (indeed) upon any mountain of the world, that they are desireable and pleasant in the eyes of all flesh, they are the deliciae generis humani, the delight and darlings of mankind. or (indeed) upon any mountain of the world, that they Are desirable and pleasant in the eyes of all Flesh, they Are the Deliciae Generis Humani, the delight and darlings of mankind. cc (av) p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr dt fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 cc n2-jn pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
355 The Common-Wealth of the Israel of God rejoiceth greatly over them, and cannot flourish, or well stand without them. The commonwealth of the Israel of God rejoices greatly over them, and cannot flourish, or well stand without them. dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pp-f np1 vvz av-j p-acp pno32, cc vmbx vvi, cc av vvb p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
356 So that there is not the least cause of the least jealousie or fear unto any of these, that their casting into Hel would be any gratification or accommodation unto the Saints, So that there is not the least cause of the least jealousy or Fear unto any of these, that their casting into Hell would be any gratification or accommodation unto the Saints, av cst pc-acp vbz xx dt ds n1 pp-f dt ds n1 cc n1 p-acp d pp-f d, cst po32 n-vvg p-acp n1 vmd vbi d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
357 but rather as a sword passing through their soul, or a grievous dismembring of their body. but rather as a sword passing through their soul, or a grievous dismembering of their body. cc-acp av-c p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc dt j vvg pp-f po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
358 Thus security from the wrath which is to come, compasseth the generation of the merciful on every side. Thus security from the wrath which is to come, Compasseth the generation of the merciful on every side. av n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 30
359 Sixtly, To the Friends of God, and those who stand close to him in those exigencies or cases of necessity (as they may be called) unto which he hath voluntarily, Sixty, To the Friends of God, and those who stand close to him in those exigencies or cases of necessity (as they may be called) unto which he hath voluntarily, ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d r-crq vvb av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn) p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz av-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
360 and according to the prescript of his own wisdom, exposed himself in the world, there is no occasion of fear to be condemned by him, and according to the prescript of his own Wisdom, exposed himself in the world, there is no occasion of Fear to be condemned by him, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvd px31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
361 but all grounds of the greatest security in this kind that can be desired. but all grounds of the greatest security in this kind that can be desired. cc-acp d n2 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
362 Though men of degenerous and ignoble spirits, who are servile to unworthy ends, may sometimes sacrifice their best friends, Though men of degenerous and ignoble spirits, who Are servile to unworthy ends, may sometime sacrifice their best Friends, cs n2 pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp j n2, vmb av vvi po32 js n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
363 yea even those, whom they know to be such, upon the service of some dishonourable project or design; yea even those, whom they know to be such, upon the service of Some dishonourable project or Design; uh av d, ro-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
364 yet the common light of reason and conscience in men, abhors to conceive or suspect any such thing in God, in whom all things are most excellent and desireable, yet the Common Light of reason and conscience in men, abhors to conceive or suspect any such thing in God, in whom all things Are most excellent and desirable, av dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi d d n1 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbr av-ds j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
365 and no shadow of the least imperfection, or unworthiness in him; who moreover, as the Scripture informeth us concerning him, is NONLATINALPHABET, cannot be tempted of evil ; and no shadow of the least imperfection, or unworthiness in him; who moreover, as the Scripture Informeth us Concerning him, is, cannot be tempted of evil; cc dx n1 pp-f dt ds n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31; r-crq av, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 vvg pno31, vbz, vmbx vbi vvn pp-f j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
366 all his ends are most honourable and just, nor do any of them require of him the least unworthy action, much less the ruin and destruction of his friends, for their accomplishment. all his ends Are most honourable and just, nor do any of them require of him the least unworthy actium, much less the ruin and destruction of his Friends, for their accomplishment. d po31 n2 vbr av-ds j cc j, ccx vdb d pp-f pno32 vvi pp-f pno31 dt av-ds j n1, av-d av-dc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 30
367 Now that persons mercifully disposed, and such who (in Davids Language) consider the poor and needy, are the friends of God, Now that Persons mercifully disposed, and such who (in Davids Language) Consider the poor and needy, Are the Friends of God, av d n2 av-j vvn, cc d r-crq (p-acp npg1 n1) vvb dt j cc j, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
368 and stand by his Interest, the Interest of his glory, in the world, the Scripture it self witnesseth and acknowledgeth, in saying, He that hath mercy upon the poor, lendeth unto the Lord, and stand by his Interest, the Interest of his glory, in the world, the Scripture it self Witnesseth and acknowledgeth, in saying, He that hath mercy upon the poor, dares unto the Lord, cc vvb p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz cc vvz, p-acp vvg, pns31 cst vhz n1 p-acp dt j, vvz p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
369 and that which he hath given, will he pay him again . and that which he hath given, will he pay him again. cc cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vmb pns31 vvi pno31 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
370 How, or in what respect, doth he that giveth unto the poor, lend unto God? The reason of the assertion is (doubtless) this: How, or in what respect, does he that gives unto the poor, lend unto God? The reason of the assertion is (doubtless) this: uh-crq, cc p-acp r-crq n1, vdz pns31 d vvz p-acp dt j, vvb p-acp np1? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz (av-j) d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
371 God every where claims to himself the great honour of being the Sovereign Administrator of humane affairs, and Governour of the world: God every where claims to himself the great honour of being the Sovereign Administrator of humane affairs, and Governor of the world: np1 d q-crq vvz p-acp px31 dt j n1 pp-f vbg dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
372 and he is generally by men, acknowledged so to be. and he is generally by men, acknowledged so to be. cc pns31 vbz av-j p-acp n2, vvn av pc-acp vbi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
373 Now as he is the Supream Ruler and Governor of the world, the care of the poor and needy, being members of the world, Now as he is the Supreme Ruler and Governor of the world, the care of the poor and needy, being members of the world, av c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j, vbg n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
374 and if they be godly and vertuous, very considerable and worthy members hereof, lieth upon his hand, and if they be godly and virtuous, very considerable and worthy members hereof, lies upon his hand, cc cs pns32 vbb j cc j, av j cc j n2 av, vvz p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
375 as well as, if not much more then, the care of other persons. as well as, if not much more then, the care of other Persons. c-acp av c-acp, cs xx av-d av-dc av, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
376 Yea himself very frequently engageth himself by word and promise, to take special care of the poor and helpless, Yea himself very frequently engageth himself by word and promise, to take special care of the poor and helpless, uh n1 av av-j vvz px31 p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f dt j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
377 and that he will be mindful of them, and provide for them. and that he will be mindful of them, and provide for them. cc cst pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
378 In both respects when the poor are neglected, and exposed to extremities, the honour and equitableness of his government of the world, together with the truth of his word and promise, are in danger of being called into question, at least by his enemies, In both respects when the poor Are neglected, and exposed to extremities, the honour and equitableness of his government of the world, together with the truth of his word and promise, Are in danger of being called into question, At least by his enemies, p-acp d n2 c-crq dt j vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1, p-acp ds p-acp po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
379 and those that are less acquainted with his methods and ways. and those that Are less acquainted with his methods and ways. cc d cst vbr av-dc vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
380 So that they who charge themselves and their consciences with looking after the poor, and shall minister unto their wants and necessities, So that they who charge themselves and their Consciences with looking After the poor, and shall minister unto their Wants and necessities, av cst pns32 r-crq vvb px32 cc po32 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j, cc vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 31
381 as they are able, and have opportunity to do, herein justifie and vindicate the Government of the world in the hand of God, together with the truth of his Declarations made in the behalf of the poor, from, as they Are able, and have opportunity to do, herein justify and vindicate the Government of the world in the hand of God, together with the truth of his Declarations made in the behalf of the poor, from, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc vhb n1 pc-acp vdi, av vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
382 and against all imputations and aspersions that are, or might be; and against all imputations and Aspersions that Are, or might be; cc p-acp d n2 cc n2 cst vbr, cc vmd vbi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
383 cast upon them, upon the account of a deficiencie in this kind, and in case the poor should be wholly unregarded. cast upon them, upon the account of a deficiency in this kind, and in case the poor should be wholly unregarded. vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp n1 dt j vmd vbi av-jn j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
384 Yea, whereas the great God hath (as it were) pawned unto the world, those inestimable Jewels, the honour of his righteousness, Yea, whereas the great God hath (as it were) pawned unto the world, those inestimable Jewels, the honour of his righteousness, uh, cs dt j np1 vhz (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvd p-acp dt n1, d j n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
385 and of his truth, that the poor of the Earth, shal not be forsaken or left desolate, and of his truth, that the poor of the Earth, shall not be forsaken or left desolate, cc pp-f po31 n1, cst dt j pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
386 but remembred in his providential dispensations in the world, they who shal shew them kindness, but remembered in his providential dispensations in the world, they who shall show them kindness, cc-acp vvd p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 r-crq vmb vvi pno32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
387 and be as nursing Fathers unto them, what do they else but lend unto the Lord, for the redeeming of his pawns, and be as nursing Father's unto them, what do they Else but lend unto the Lord, for the redeeming of his pawns, cc vbi c-acp vvg n2 p-acp pno32, q-crq vdb pns32 av p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
388 and to prevent the rejoycing of his Enemy, the world, over the forfeiture of them? Whereas they who shut up the bowels of their compassion against the indigent and needy, and to prevent the rejoicing of his Enemy, the world, over the forfeiture of them? Whereas they who shut up the bowels of their compassion against the indigent and needy, cc pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32? cs pns32 r-crq vvd a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
389 and suffer them to faint and sink under the burthen of their poverty, whilst they have in their hand the good things of this world wherewith to relieve them, do what in them lyeth, expose the righteousness and truth, and suffer them to faint and sink under the burden of their poverty, while they have in their hand the good things of this world wherewith to relieve them, do what in them lies, expose the righteousness and truth, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cs pns32 vhb p-acp po32 n1 dt j n2 pp-f d n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32, vdb r-crq p-acp pno32 vvz, vvb dt n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
390 and faithfulness of God in the government of the world, unto reproach and shame. and faithfulness of God in the government of the world, unto reproach and shame. cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
391 Hence it is, that the Holy Ghost speaking by the Apostle John, imputeth the heard-heartedness of men towards the poor, not so much to a defect or want of love in them towards the poor themselves, Hence it is, that the Holy Ghost speaking by the Apostle John, imputeth the heard-heartedness of men towards the poor, not so much to a defect or want of love in them towards the poor themselves, av pn31 vbz, cst dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 np1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j, xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j px32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
392 as towards God, who is more concerned (as he is capale of concernments in one kind or other) in the relief and non-relief then themselves. as towards God, who is more concerned (as he is capale of concernments in one kind or other) in the relief and non-relief then themselves. c-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av-dc vvn (c-acp pns31 vbz j pp-f n2 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av px32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
393 But whosoever hath this worlds good, and Brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion seeth his from him, But whosoever hath this world's good, and Brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion sees his from him, cc-acp r-crq vhz d n2 j, cc n1 vhb n1, cc vvz a-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1 vvz po31 p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
394 how dwelleth THE LOVE OF GOD in him ? By the way it may be some comfort and relief of spirit unto the poor, how dwells THE LOVE OF GOD in him? By the Way it may be Some Comfort and relief of Spirit unto the poor, q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31? p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
395 when they are neglected by men, that they are herein but fellow-sufferers with God himself. This for a sixth Reason. when they Are neglected by men, that they Are herein but Fellow-sufferers with God himself. This for a sixth Reason. c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cst pns32 vbr av p-acp n2 p-acp np1 px31. np1 p-acp dt ord n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
396 Seventhly (and Lastly) Amongst Christians, and those that are trained up in the knowledge of the Scriptures, there is this reason beyond all the rest, Seventhly (and Lastly) among Christians, and those that Are trained up in the knowledge of the Scriptures, there is this reason beyond all the rest, crd (cc ord) p-acp np1, cc d cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 33
397 why men and women signally gracious and merciful, cannot lightly be troubled with any servile fears of judgement or condemnation, viz. that God hath poured out himself so abundantly above measure in his word, in high approbations of this Grace and the exercise of it, why men and women signally gracious and merciful, cannot lightly be troubled with any servile fears of judgement or condemnation, viz. that God hath poured out himself so abundantly above measure in his word, in high approbations of this Grace and the exercise of it, q-crq n2 cc n2 av-j j cc j, vmbx av-j vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n1 cst np1 vhz vvn av px31 av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 33
398 and especially in promises of all sorts, great and precious in every kind made unto it, and especially in promises of all sorts, great and precious in every kind made unto it, cc av-j p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, j cc j p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 33
399 as if he judged, both the world that now is, with all that is desireable in it, as if he judged, both the world that now is, with all that is desirable in it, c-acp cs pns31 vvd, d dt n1 cst av vbz, p-acp d cst vbz j p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 33
400 and the world also that is to come with all the glory and great things thereof, consideration or reward little enough for those that shall honour him, and the world also that is to come with all the glory and great things thereof, consideration or reward little enough for those that shall honour him, cc dt n1 av cst vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc j n2 av, n1 cc n1 j av-d p-acp d cst vmb vvi pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 33
401 and his Gospel, like themselves, with the exercise of it. We shall not need to instance in particulars. and his Gospel, like themselves, with the exercise of it. We shall not need to instance in particulars. cc po31 n1, vvb px32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 33
402 The Firmament of Heaven is not fuller of Stars then the Scripture is of Divine promises and engagements unto those that shall cast their bread upon the waters, The Firmament of Heaven is not fuller of Stars then the Scripture is of Divine promises and engagements unto those that shall cast their bred upon the waters, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx jc pp-f n2 cs dt n1 vbz pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp d cst vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 33
403 and shew themselves the natural sons and daughters of mercy: Give (saith our Saviour) and it shall be given unto you, good measure pressed down, and show themselves the natural Sons and daughters of mercy: Give (Says our Saviour) and it shall be given unto you, good measure pressed down, cc vvi px32 dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: vvb (vvz po12 n1) cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, j n1 vvn a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 33
404 and shaken together, and running over, shall they [ not men ] give into your bosom . and shaken together, and running over, shall they [ not men ] give into your bosom. cc vvn av, cc vvg a-acp, vmb pns32 [ xx n2 ] vvb p-acp po22 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 33
405 When actions are ascribed to un-named and (as it were) to invisible Agents (which is sometimes done in the Scripture, When actions Are ascribed to unnamed and (as it were) to invisible Agents (which is sometime done in the Scripture, c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp j cc (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp j n2 (r-crq vbz av vdn p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 33
406 as Luk. 12. 20. 48. Luk. 16. 9. and elsewhere) it seems to imply some special hand of God, as Luk. 12. 20. 48. Luk. 16. 9. and elsewhere) it seems to imply Some special hand of God, c-acp np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd cc av) pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 33
407 or somewhat more then ordinary, in their performance. or somewhat more then ordinary, in their performance. cc av av-dc cs j, p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 33
408 So when it is here said NONLATINALPHABET, they shall give the measure here expressed into your bosom, the meaning may well be, that God himself will interpose with extraordinary zeal to make the reward of men and women, that shall be large hearted and open handed unto the poor, rich and full above measure. So when it is Here said, they shall give the measure Here expressed into your bosom, the meaning may well be, that God himself will interpose with extraordinary zeal to make the reward of men and women, that shall be large hearted and open handed unto the poor, rich and full above measure. av c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 av vvn p-acp po22 n1, dt n1 vmb av vbi, cst np1 px31 vmb vvi p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cst vmb vbi av-j vvn cc j vvn p-acp dt j, j cc j p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 34
409 I forbear to insist upon any more promises of like import, because they are of such frequent occurrencie in the Scriptures. I forbear to insist upon any more promises of like import, Because they Are of such frequent occurrencie in the Scriptures. pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d dc n2 pp-f j n1, c-acp pns32 vbr pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 34
410 You may please at your leisure to consider these places (with their fellows) Isai. 58. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Eccles. 11. 1, 2. Psal. 41. 1, 2, 3. Psal. 112. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Prov. 11. 25. Mat. 5. 7. Luk. 6. 35. Luk. 12. 33. 2 Cor. 9. 6. This for the seventh and last Reason of the Doctrine. You may please At your leisure to Consider these places (with their Fellows) Isaiah 58. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Eccles. 11. 1, 2. Psalm 41. 1, 2, 3. Psalm 112. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Curae 11. 25. Mathew 5. 7. Luk. 6. 35. Luk. 12. 33. 2 Cor. 9. 6. This for the seventh and last Reason of the Doctrine. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 (p-acp po32 n2) np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd np1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 34
411 Proceed we now to the Use and Application of it. Proceed we now to the Use and Application of it. vvb pns12 av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 34
412 Here we shall find it serviceable ▪ unto us upon three several accounts. 1. It will yeild us matter of Instruction. 2. Of Reproof. 3. (And Lastly) of Exhortation. First, for Instruction; Here we shall find it serviceable ▪ unto us upon three several accounts. 1. It will yield us matter of Instruction. 2. Of Reproof. 3. (And Lastly) of Exhortation. First, for Instruction; av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 j ▪ p-acp pno12 p-acp crd j n2. crd pn31 vmb vvi pno12 n1 pp-f n1. crd pp-f n1. crd (cc ord) pp-f n1. ord, p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 34
413 If men full of goodness and mercy cannot (lightly) but enjoy themselves in an Heavenly security from the wrath of God, which hangs over the head of the world, learn we from hence, that then there is a course to be taken, by which men and women may be built up in a stable, steady, If men full of Goodness and mercy cannot (lightly) but enjoy themselves in an Heavenly security from the wrath of God, which hangs over the head of the world, Learn we from hence, that then there is a course to be taken, by which men and women may be built up in a stable, steady, cs n2 j pp-f n1 cc n1 vmbx (av-j) p-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pns12 p-acp av, cst av a-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
414 and well grounded assurance of salvation: and well grounded assurance of salvation: cc av j-vvn n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
415 there is a stone to be turned, and this not very heavy neither, under which the inestimable jewel of an Heavenly security lyeth hid, there is a stone to be turned, and this not very heavy neither, under which the inestimable jewel of an Heavenly security lies hid, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc d xx av j av-dx, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
416 and may be found, a security ▪ I mean, that a man shall be able to stand before that great Judge in that his day, and may be found, a security ▪ I mean, that a man shall be able to stand before that great Judge in that his day, cc vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 ▪ pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp d po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
417 and not fall, or be condemned with the world. and not fallen, or be condemned with the world. cc xx vvi, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
418 By the coldness, indifferencie, and dead-heartedness of the generality of men and women, in looking after such a state and enjoyment as this, a man would think that it were like the world, which some men fancie to be in the Moon, By the coldness, indifferency, and dead-heartedness of the generality of men and women, in looking After such a state and enjoyment as this, a man would think that it were like the world, which Some men fancy to be in the Moon, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp vvg p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d, dt n1 vmd vvi cst pn31 vbdr av-j dt n1, r-crq d n2 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 34
419 yet find few or none that will trouble themselves to look after it, partly because, they know not whether there be such a world, yet find few or none that will trouble themselves to look After it, partly Because, they know not whither there be such a world, av vvb d cc pi cst vmb vvi px32 p-acp vvb p-acp pn31, av c-acp, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vbb d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
420 or no, partly because in case there be, they know not how to come at it, or no, partly Because in case there be, they know not how to come At it, cc uh-dx, av c-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
421 or how to interess themselves in any the good things of it. or how to interess themselves in any the good things of it. cc c-crq p-acp n1 px32 p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
422 In like manner the far greater part of men look upon a wel grounded assurance of salvation. 1. As a thing of a questionable and uncertain being. 2. As a thing out of their reach, in case the being of it should be supposed: In like manner the Far greater part of men look upon a well grounded assurance of salvation. 1. As a thing of a questionable and uncertain being. 2. As a thing out of their reach, in case the being of it should be supposed: p-acp j n1 dt av-j jc n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp dt av j-vvn n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j vbg. crd p-acp dt n1 av pp-f po32 n1, p-acp n1 dt vbg pp-f pn31 vmd vbi vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
423 and what in one of these respects, and what in the other, all thoughts of seeking after it are as far from them, and what in one of these respects, and what in the other, all thoughts of seeking After it Are as Far from them, cc r-crq p-acp crd pp-f d n2, cc r-crq p-acp dt n-jn, d n2 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31 vbr p-acp av-j p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
424 as the East is from the West, and the Heavens from the Earth. as the East is from the West, and the Heavens from the Earth. c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
425 But the Doctrine delivered, according to the Scriptures hath assured us, both that there is a rejoycing against judgement, and, that mercy in her Exaltation will invest men in the possession. But the Doctrine Delivered, according to the Scriptures hath assured us, both that there is a rejoicing against judgement, and, that mercy in her Exaltation will invest men in the possession. p-acp dt n1 vvn, vvg p-acp dt n2 vhz vvn pno12, d cst pc-acp vbz dt vvg p-acp n1, cc, cst n1 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 35
426 Secondly, From the tenor and import of the same Doctrine, take we further knowledge what the reason is, Secondly, From the tenor and import of the same Doctrine, take we further knowledge what the reason is, ord, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt d n1, vvb pns12 av-jc n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
427 and how it cometh to pass that the generality of Professors amongst us, fall so frequently into the company of Jim and Ojim, converse so much with dark and doleful thoughts and fearful apprehensions of death, and how it comes to pass that the generality of Professors among us, fallen so frequently into the company of Jim and Ojim, converse so much with dark and doleful thoughts and fearful apprehensions of death, cc c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, vvb av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvb, vvb av av-d p-acp j cc j n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
428 and of the judgement to come: and of the judgement to come: cc pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
429 why their comforts in God and in Christ are so weak ▪ and faint, that they do them little service in an evil day, are not able to balance an ordinary tryal. why their comforts in God and in christ Are so weak ▪ and faint, that they do them little service in an evil day, Are not able to balance an ordinary trial. c-crq po32 n2 p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1 vbr av j ▪ cc j, cst pns32 vdb pno32 j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
430 Alas, in all this they bear the burthen and shame of their own folly, of their great unfaithfulness unto God and men, and their own souls. They are strait-hearted, and closehanded: Alas, in all this they bear the burden and shame of their own folly, of their great unfaithfulness unto God and men, and their own Souls. They Are strait-hearted, and closehanded: np1, p-acp d d pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n1, pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, cc po32 d n2. pns32 vbr j, cc j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
431 this is the root of all the bitterness. As Horses, and some other creatures, never thrive, never are in good plight or likeing, this is the root of all the bitterness. As Horses, and Some other creatures, never thrive, never Are in good plighted or liking, d vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. p-acp n2, cc d j-jn n2, av-x vvb, av-x vbr p-acp j n1 cc vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
432 whilst they are hidebound, which is a disease incident to them: while they Are hidebound, which is a disease incident to them: cs pns32 vbr j, r-crq vbz dt n1 j p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 35
433 so when men or women are heart-bound (a spiritual disease, or distemper very incident to Professors, so when men or women Are heart-bound (a spiritual disease, or distemper very incident to Professors, av c-crq n2 cc n2 vbr j (dt j n1, cc n1 av j p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
434 and especially to those that are rich amongst them) this keeps them from thriving spiritually; and especially to those that Are rich among them) this keeps them from thriving spiritually; cc av-j p-acp d cst vbr j p-acp pno32) d vvz pno32 p-acp j-vvg av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
435 this is a disease under which their souls cannot prosper. Their covetousness will not suffer them to feast their consciences: this is a disease under which their Souls cannot prosper. Their covetousness will not suffer them to feast their Consciences: d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vmbx vvi. po32 n1 vmb xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
436 they sell their peace to purchase the ignoble office of being Jaylors, or Prison-keepers, to a little Silver. they fell their peace to purchase the ignoble office of being Jailors, or Prison-keepers, to a little Silver. pns32 vvb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f vbg n2, cc n2, p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
437 They give by the peny, insteed of giving by the pound, to make any earnings, any considerable return of their Christian Profession. They give by the penny, instead of giving by the pound, to make any earnings, any considerable return of their Christian Profession. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d ng1, d j n1 pp-f po32 np1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
438 They who in all their abundance can find nothing, or nothing considerable, to cast into the Treasury of Gods glory, are not like to find any thing considerable cast by God out of the unsearchable riches of his grace and bounty, into the treasury of their peace. They who in all their abundance can find nothing, or nothing considerable, to cast into the Treasury of God's glory, Are not like to find any thing considerable cast by God out of the unsearchable riches of his grace and bounty, into the treasury of their peace. pns32 r-crq p-acp d po32 n1 vmb vvi pix, cc pix j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbr xx av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 j vvn p-acp np1 av pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
439 When the King of Israel, with his Bowe and Arrows smote but thrice upon the ground, When the King of Israel, with his Bow and Arrows smote but thrice upon the ground, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 vvd p-acp av p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
440 then ceasing, the Story saith, that the man of God was wroth with him, and said, Thou shouldest have smitten five or six times: then ceasing, the Story Says, that the man of God was wroth with him, and said, Thou Shouldst have smitten five or six times: av vvg, dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp pno31, cc vvd, pns21 vmd2 vhi vvn crd cc crd n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
441 thou hadst then smitten Syria till thou hadst consumed it, whereas now thou shalt smite Syria but thrice . thou Hadst then smitten Syria till thou Hadst consumed it, whereas now thou shalt smite Syria but thrice. pns21 vhd2 av vvn np1 c-acp pns21 vhd2 vvn pn31, cs av pns21 vm2 vvi np1 p-acp av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
442 In like manner, many Professors deprive themselves of that perfect victory and conquest over their fears and doubtings, which is so desirable, In like manner, many Professors deprive themselves of that perfect victory and conquest over their fears and doubtings, which is so desirable, p-acp j n1, d n2 vvi px32 pp-f d j n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
443 and withal might be obtained, by giving portions only to one, or two, when as the Scriptures, and withal might be obtained, by giving portions only to one, or two, when as the Scriptures, cc av vmd vbi vvn, p-acp vvg n2 av-j p-acp crd, cc crd, c-crq c-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
444 and God speaking here, requireth them to give portions unto seven, and also unto eight . and God speaking Here, requires them to give portions unto seven, and also unto eight. cc np1 vvg av, vvz pno32 p-acp vvb n2 p-acp crd, cc av p-acp crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
445 It is the liberal soul that shall be made fat , that shall be enriched and made to shine, with comfort and peace; It is the liberal soul that shall be made fat, that shall be enriched and made to shine, with Comfort and peace; pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn j, cst vmb vbi vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
446 the sparing and penurious soul consulteth leaness and languishing unto it self. the sparing and penurious soul consulteth leaness and languishing unto it self. dt j-vvg cc j n1 vvz n1 cc vvg p-acp pn31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 36
447 Thirdly, Observe we yet further from the Doctrine (by way of Instruction) a worthy consideration, Thirdly, Observe we yet further from the Doctrine (by Way of Instruction) a worthy consideration, ord, vvb pns12 av av-jc p-acp dt n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 36
448 or mean•, for the cure of that unseemly distemper (we may not unfitly call it a spiritual Megrum) so epidemical and rife amongst Professors in these days, which disposeth them to turn round, or mean•, for the cure of that unseemly distemper (we may not unfitly call it a spiritual Megrum) so epidemical and rife among Professors in these days, which Disposeth them to turn round, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 (pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi pn31 dt j n1) av j cc j p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
449 or (in the Apostles phrase) NONLATINALPHABET, to be carried about with every putt of Doctrine; or (in the Apostles phrase), to be carried about with every put of Doctrine; cc (p-acp dt n2 vvb), pc-acp vbi vvd a-acp p-acp d vvd pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
450 to run from one form, or way of worshipping God, unto another; and from this again, to another ▪ and from this also, to another beyond it, to run from one from, or Way of worshipping God, unto Another; and from this again, to Another ▪ and from this also, to Another beyond it, pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg np1, p-acp j-jn; cc p-acp d av, p-acp j-jn ▪ cc p-acp d av, p-acp j-jn p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
451 and no• … • … ake any long stand or stay any where, until they have compassed a round the whole encyclopedie or circuit of all ways, and no• … • … ache any long stand or stay any where, until they have compassed a round the Whole encyclopedie or circuit of all ways, cc n1 … • … vvi d j n1 cc vvi d q-crq, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt j dt j-jn j cc n1 pp-f d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
452 and forms, and doctrines, and at last (haply) arrive at the same point from whence they set out at first: and forms, and doctrines, and At last (haply) arrive At the same point from whence they Set out At First: cc n2, cc n2, cc p-acp ord (av) vvb p-acp dt d n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd av p-acp ord: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
453 for this properly, is NONLATINALPHABET, to be carried round, or round about. for this properly, is, to be carried round, or round about. c-acp d av-j, vbz, pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, cc av-j a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
454 Now the reason of this desultory humour and practise is commonly pretended to be a dis-satisafction in conscience, about the justifiableness or lawfulness of that way, Now the reason of this desultory humour and practice is commonly pretended to be a dis-satisafction in conscience, about the justifiableness or lawfulness of that Way, av dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt j p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
455 or truth of those Doctrines, or Opinions, which are deserted by men, together with a conviction of goodness and truth in that new way, or truth of those Doctrines, or Opinions, which Are deserted by men, together with a conviction of Goodness and truth in that new Way, cc n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n2, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
456 and Doctrine, unto which they remove. and Doctrine, unto which they remove. cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
457 Whereas the true reason (for the most part at least) of such removals, is the negligent, un-Christian, Whereas the true reason (for the most part At least) of such removals, is the negligent, unchristian, cs dt j n1 (c-acp dt av-ds n1 p-acp ds) pp-f d n2, vbz dt j, j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
458 and unworthy deportment of men and women, under those Forms and Tenents, which they formerly professed, and unworthy deportment of men and women, under those Forms and Tenants, which they formerly professed, cc j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 av-j vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
459 or a non-improvement of those opportunities and means for their Edification, Comfort, and Peace, which these Forms and Tenents afforded unto them. or a Non-improvement of those opportunities and means for their Edification, Comfort, and Peace, which these Forms and Tenants afforded unto them. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, n1, cc n1, r-crq d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
460 Many Professors in this case, do like those, who not thriving in their callings through idleness, improvidence, Many Professors in this case, do like those, who not thriving in their callings through idleness, improvidence, av-d n2 p-acp d n1, vdb av-j d, r-crq xx vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
461 or ill-husbandry in one kind or other, charge all the blame upon their callings, as if these were illconditioned, and devoured their followers; or ill-husbandry in one kind or other, charge all the blame upon their callings, as if these were illconditioned, and devoured their followers; cc n1 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn, vvb d dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp cs d vbdr vvn, cc vvd po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
462 pretending that had they been trained up unto, or followed, other callings, they might have thriven, pretending that had they been trained up unto, or followed, other callings, they might have thriven, vvg d vhd pns32 vbn vvn a-acp p-acp, cc vvd, j-jn n2, pns32 vmd vhi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 37
463 and lived of themselves as well as others. and lived of themselves as well as Others. cc vvd pp-f px32 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
464 I do not speak this as if a Christian profession might not both with more acceptation in the sight of God, I do not speak this as if a Christian profession might not both with more acceptation in the sighed of God, pns11 vdb xx vvi d c-acp cs dt njp n1 vmd xx d p-acp dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
465 and with more advantage for the edification and comfort of Christians themselves, be managed in one way, then in another; and with more advantage for the edification and Comfort of Christians themselves, be managed in one Way, then in Another; cc p-acp dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f njpg2 px32, vbb vvn p-acp crd n1, av p-acp j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
466 or consequently, as if there might not be in many cases a v••• worthy and commendable ground (yea possibly more then one) for men and women, to pass from under one form unto another, or consequently, as if there might not be in many cases a v••• worthy and commendable ground (yea possibly more then one) for men and women, to pass from under one from unto Another, cc av-j, c-acp cs pc-acp vmd xx vbi p-acp d n2 dt n1 j cc j n1 (uh av-j av-dc cs crd) p-acp n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
467 and so to die in their judgement to one Opinion or Tenent, that they may live unto another. and so to die in their judgement to one Opinion or Tenent, that they may live unto Another. cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp crd n1 cc np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
468 But that which the present branch of Instruction holdeth forth unto you, is, That the true reason why Professors vary and shift their Forms, But that which the present branch of Instruction holds forth unto you, is, That the true reason why Professors vary and shift their Forms, p-acp cst r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz av p-acp pn22, vbz, cst dt j n1 q-crq n2 vvb cc vvi po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
469 and Tenents, so frequently, and so dishonourably, both unto the Gospel and themselves, as they do, is, their barren and unfruitful conversings under them. and Tenants, so frequently, and so dishonourably, both unto the Gospel and themselves, as they do, is, their barren and unfruitful conversings under them. cc n2, av av-j, cc av av-j, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc px32, c-acp pns32 vdb, vbz, po32 j cc j n2-vvg p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
470 For by reason hereof they gather little comfort or peace from, or under, them (no Form, For by reason hereof they gather little Comfort or peace from, or under, them (no From, p-acp p-acp n1 av pns32 vvb j n1 cc n1 p-acp, cc p-acp, pns32 (dx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
471 or Opinion whatsoever, how regular or true soever, being able, without a conscientious and due improvement of them, to enrich or bless any mans soul) and not finding their souls to prosper under them, they grow into a discontent at them, or Opinion whatsoever, how regular or true soever, being able, without a conscientious and due improvement of them, to enrich or bless any men soul) and not finding their Souls to prosper under them, they grow into a discontent At them, cc n1 r-crq, c-crq j cc j av, vbg j, p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d ng1 n1) cc xx vvg po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n-jn p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
472 and bethink themselves of some other, which they conceit and hope, (though alass! and bethink themselves of Some other, which they conceit and hope, (though alas! cc vvi px32 pp-f d n-jn, r-crq pns32 n1 cc n1, (cs uh! (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
473 very groundlesly) will upon the same terms, and without any more care, better befriend them in their spiritual estates, very groundlessly) will upon the same terms, and without any more care, better befriend them in their spiritual estates, av av-j) vmb p-acp dt d n2, cc p-acp d dc n1, av-jc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
474 and commend them more highly unto God. Whereas the Truth is, that as on the one hand, there is scarce any Form, and commend them more highly unto God. Whereas the Truth is, that as on the one hand, there is scarce any From, cc vvb pno32 av-dc av-j p-acp np1. cs dt n1 vbz, cst c-acp p-acp dt crd n1, pc-acp vbz av-j d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
475 so much beside the Rule, nor any Doctrine or Tenent so forlorn and Truthless, but that the evil and disadvantage of them, so much beside the Rule, nor any Doctrine or Tenent so forlorn and Truthless, but that the evil and disadvantage of them, av av-d p-acp dt n1, ccx d n1 cc np1 av vvn cc j, cc-acp cst dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
476 as to the sound peace of Conscience in the main, may be reprised by a worthy and fruitfull conversation; as to the found peace of Conscience in the main, may be reprised by a worthy and fruitful Conversation; c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 38
477 so on the other hand, there is no Form or Opinion, so conform to the Scriptures, so on the other hand, there is no From or Opinion, so conform to the Scriptures, av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1, av vvb p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
478 or rich in Truth, but that an empty and fruitless conversation under them, will in time render them unto men as vessels wherein there is no pleasure, or rich in Truth, but that an empty and fruitless Conversation under them, will in time render them unto men as vessels wherein there is no pleasure, cc j p-acp n1, cc-acp cst dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno32, vmb p-acp n1 vvi pno32 p-acp n2 c-acp n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
479 yea, and make them the disdain and contempt of the soul. yea, and make them the disdain and contempt of the soul. uh, cc vvi pno32 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
480 Mercy, under any form of Christian Discipline or Worship, under any Tenents in Religion, will rejo•ce against Judgement: and where the Conscience enjoys it self upon these terms, is blest with such a priviledge as this, there will be no disposition towards ▪ a change, Mercy, under any from of Christian Discipline or Worship, under any Tenants in Religion, will rejo•ce against Judgement: and where the Conscience enjoys it self upon these terms, is blessed with such a privilege as this, there will be no disposition towards ▪ a change, n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f njp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1: cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d n2, vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp ▪ dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
481 but only upon grounds and motives very weighty and pregnant indeed. but only upon grounds and motives very weighty and pregnant indeed. cc-acp av-j p-acp n2 cc n2 av j cc j av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 39
482 Fourthly, Take we yet further knowledge from the Doctrine (by way of Instruction) how and by what means, all, Fourthly, Take we yet further knowledge from the Doctrine (by Way of Instruction) how and by what means, all, ord, vvb pns12 av jc n1 p-acp dt n1 (p-acp n1 pp-f n1) c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n2, d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
483 or the greatest part of, the ataxies, disorders, and male-deportments of men in the world, might be prevented, or the greatest part of, the ataxies, disorders, and male-deportments of men in the world, might be prevented, cc dt js n1 pp-f, dt n2, n2, cc j pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
484 and so the condition of humane affairs reduced unto terms of a thousand times more comfort and peace to the inhabitants of the earth, and so the condition of humane affairs reduced unto terms of a thousand times more Comfort and peace to the inhabitants of the earth, cc av dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp n2 pp-f dt crd n2 av-dc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
485 then now it standeth at, or is like for the future, to be reduced unto in any other way; then now it Stands At, or is like for the future, to be reduced unto in any other Way; av av pn31 vvz p-acp, cc vbz av-j p-acp dt j-jn, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
486 unless it be by an high hand of heaven, and by turning this present world into that which is to come. unless it be by an high hand of heaven, and by turning this present world into that which is to come. cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp vvg d j n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
487 Mercy exalted by the generality of men, would bring this great, this so unspeakably desirable a thing to pass, Mercy exalted by the generality of men, would bring this great, this so unspeakably desirable a thing to pass, n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vmd vvi d j, d av av-j j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
488 and this by filling their hearts and consciences with joy and peace. and this by filling their hearts and Consciences with joy and peace. cc d p-acp vvg po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
489 For the root of all the bitterness that is tasted in the lives and conversations of men by reason of the great unworthiness and wickedness, that ruleth in them, is, the want of such company in their heart and soul, which would highly satisfie and content them. For the root of all the bitterness that is tasted in the lives and conversations of men by reason of the great unworthiness and wickedness, that Ruleth in them, is, the want of such company in their heart and soul, which would highly satisfy and content them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, cst vvz p-acp pno32, vbz, dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq vmd av-j vvi cc vvi pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
490 Now there is no such company to take, please, and fill the hearts and souls of men, Now there is no such company to take, please, and fill the hearts and Souls of men, av a-acp vbz dx d n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 39
491 as the native fruits, the genuine and clear results of such Mercy, as the Doctrine commendeth. as the native fruits, the genuine and clear results of such Mercy, as the Doctrine commends. c-acp dt j-jn n2, dt j cc j vvz pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
492 Which (as the Doctrine likewise importeth) are peace of Conscience towards God, and well-grounded exultations in the soul, against judgement, and fears of condemnation. Which (as the Doctrine likewise imports) Are peace of Conscience towards God, and well-grounded exultations in the soul, against judgement, and fears of condemnation. r-crq (c-acp dt n1 av vvz) vbr n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
493 What is it that occasioneth, or secretly tempteth men to break out into any way of sin or wickedness whatsoever? •• … an it be any thing else, What is it that occasioneth, or secretly tempts men to break out into any Way of since or wickedness whatsoever? •• … an it be any thing Else, q-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz, cc av-jn vvz n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 q-crq? •• … dt pn31 vbb d n1 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
494 but only want of satisfaction ▪ and desired contentment at home? The soul that is full (saith Solomon ) loatheth [ or as the Original hath it, treadeth under foot, i. neglecteth, or despiseth ] an honey-combe . And Job demandeth: but only want of satisfaction ▪ and desired contentment At home? The soul that is full (Says Solomon) Loathes [ or as the Original hath it, treadeth under foot, i. neglecteth, or despises ] an honeycomb. And Job demandeth: cc-acp av-j vvi pp-f n1 ▪ cc j-vvn n1 p-acp n1-an? dt n1 cst vbz j (vvz np1) vvz [ cc c-acp dt j-jn vhz pn31, vvz p-acp n1, sy. vvz, cc vvz ] dt n1. np1 np1 vvz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
495 Doth the wilde Ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the Ox over his fodder ? When the heart of a man is full of the peace of God, Does the wild Ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the Ox over his fodder? When the heart of a man is full of the peace of God, vdz dt j n1 vvi c-crq pns31 vhz n1? cc vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
496 and reigns in an heavenly security, the honey-combe of sin, whether issuing the sweetness of pleasure, and reigns in an heavenly security, the honeycomb of since, whither issuing the sweetness of pleasure, cc vvz p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cs vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
497 or of profit, or of the greatness of this world, becomes but a superfluity and lothsome impertinency to the soul. or of profit, or of the greatness of this world, becomes but a superfluity and loathsome impertinency to the soul. cc pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
498 Nor would men complain of God unto the Divel, as being hard and strait handed towards them (as all they, who seek to ease, Nor would men complain of God unto the devil, as being hard and strait handed towards them (as all they, who seek to ease, ccx vmd n2 vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vbg j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32 (c-acp d pns32, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
499 or better their condition by sinning, do) if he did answer the joy of their hearts: or better their condition by sinning, doe) if he did answer the joy of their hearts: cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp vvg, n1) cs pns31 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
500 which most assuredly he would do, were they merciful as he is merciful, or delighted in mercy, as he delighteth. which most assuredly he would do, were they merciful as he is merciful, or delighted in mercy, as he delights. r-crq ds av-vvn pns31 vmd vdi, vbdr pns32 j c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc vvd p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
501 Saul did not enquire after a familiar spirit, until God refused to answer him, either by Dreams, or by Urim, or by Prophets ; Saul did not inquire After a familiar Spirit, until God refused to answer him, either by Dreams, or by Urim, or by prophets; np1 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, d p-acp n2, cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp ng1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
502 and (questionless) he would still have answered him in one or other of these ways, and (questionless) he would still have answered him in one or other of these ways, cc (j) pns31 vmd av vhi vvn pno31 p-acp crd cc n-jn pp-f d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
503 and so have kept him from the temptation of being beholding unto the Divel, had not Saul by his disobedience and great un worthiness destroyed his own capacity of such a Grace and Favour from him. and so have kept him from the temptation of being beholding unto the devil, had not Saul by his disobedience and great un worthiness destroyed his own capacity of such a Grace and Favour from him. cc av vhb vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg vvg p-acp dt n1, vhd xx np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc j fw-fr n1 vvd po31 d n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 40
504 Nor would God suffer the soul of any person, man or woman, to be so barren and empty of spiritual provision and accommodations, Nor would God suffer the soul of any person, man or woman, to be so barren and empty of spiritual provision and accommodations, ccx vmd np1 vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi av j cc j pp-f j n1 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
505 as to need the benevolence of Sathan, or any contribution whatsoever from Sin, were their hearts and their hands jointly exercised with mercy, as he hath commanded them. as to need the benevolence of Sathan, or any contribution whatsoever from since, were their hearts and their hands jointly exercised with mercy, as he hath commanded them. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d n1 r-crq p-acp n1, vbdr po32 n2 cc po32 n2 av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
506 The pleasures and profits and all the advantages of sin are onely sweet to necessitous souls, drunkenness, uncleanness, covetousness, oppression, deceit, pride, anger impatiency, with the rest of the troublers of the world, The pleasures and profits and all the advantages of since Are only sweet to necessitous Souls, Drunkenness, uncleanness, covetousness, oppression, deceit, pride, anger impatiency, with the rest of the troublers of the world, dt n2 cc n2 cc d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-j j p-acp j n2, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
507 and disturbers of the peace and comforts of men, would all hide their faces in the dust, and disturbers of the peace and comforts of men, would all hide their faces in the dust, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, vmd d vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
508 and not be once named amongst men, did mercy exercise that soveraignty and command over the hearts and Consciences of men, which of right appertain unto her. and not be once nam among men, did mercy exercise that sovereignty and command over the hearts and Consciences of men, which of right appertain unto her. cc xx vbi a-acp vvn p-acp n2, vdd n1 vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, r-crq pp-f av-jn vvb p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 41
509 Fifthly (and lastly for instruction) observe wee by the light of the Doctrine delivered, the strange and uncouth folly, Fifthly (and lastly for instruction) observe we by the Light of the Doctrine Delivered, the strange and uncouth folly, ord (cc ord p-acp n1) vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, dt j cc j-u n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
510 yea madnesse, of a generation of men in the world, who notwithstanding please themselves in their way, yea madness, of a generation of men in the world, who notwithstanding please themselves in their Way, uh n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq a-acp vvb px32 p-acp po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
511 as if they were the first born sons of wisdome and sound understanding. as if they were the First born Sons of Wisdom and found understanding. c-acp cs pns32 vbdr dt ord vvn n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
512 The persons of the Character now mentioned and meant, are the great layers up of treasure for themselveson earth, men that have silver and gold, heap upon heaps, The Persons of the Character now mentioned and meant, Are the great layers up of treasure for themselveson earth, men that have silver and gold, heap upon heaps, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av vvn cc vvd, vbr dt j n2 a-acp pp-f n1 p-acp n1 n1, n2 cst vhb n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
513 and desire to heap up still, that have joined house to house and field to field, and desire to heap up still, that have joined house to house and field to field, cc vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp av, cst vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
514 and are intent upon joyning still, forgetting in the mean time to offer the sacrifices, wherewith God (as the Apostle saith) is so well pleased to distribute and communicate unto those that stand in need, and Are intent upon joining still, forgetting in the mean time to offer the Sacrifices, wherewith God (as the Apostle Says) is so well pleased to distribute and communicate unto those that stand in need, cc vbr n1 p-acp vvg av, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2, c-crq np1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vbz av av vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
515 and SHUTTING up their Compassion from their brethren, who are destitute of dayly food, as if they were afraid, that if these were at any time left open, their great Estates would presently run out by them, and SHUTTING up their Compassion from their brothers, who Are destitute of daily food, as if they were afraid, that if these were At any time left open, their great Estates would presently run out by them, cc vvg a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbr j pp-f j n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j, cst cs d vbdr p-acp d n1 vvd j, po32 j n2 vmd av-j vvi av p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
516 and return unto them no more. and return unto them no more. cc vvi p-acp pno32 dx av-dc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 41
517 Whereas the truth is, that did rich men give a Christian vent and breathing that way to their great and unweldy Estates it were the most prudential and promising way under heaven to keep them from Consumptions, Whereas the truth is, that did rich men give a Christian vent and breathing that Way to their great and unwieldy Estates it were the most prudential and promising Way under heaven to keep them from Consumptions, cs dt n1 vbz, cst vdd j n2 vvb dt njp n1 cc vvg d n1 p-acp po32 j cc j n2 pn31 vbdr dt av-ds j cc j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
518 and to make them long-liv'd even to many generations. and to make them long-lived even to many generations. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j av p-acp d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
519 There is a sore evil (saith the wise man) which I have seen under the Sun, viz. riches kept for [ or by ] the owners thereof to their hurt. There is a soar evil (Says the wise man) which I have seen under the Sun, viz. riches kept for [ or by ] the owners thereof to their hurt. pc-acp vbz dt j j-jn (vvz dt j n1) r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 n2 vvn p-acp [ cc p-acp ] dt n2 av p-acp po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
520 Yea most certain it is, that there is no great Estate or wealth whatsoever, but if it be kept too close and too intire, will in the end be found to have been kept to the great hurt, and invaluable damage of the owner. And whereas it is an excellent and high strein of wisdome for men, to make themselves such friends of the Mammon of unrighteousnesse, who, Yea most certain it is, that there is no great Estate or wealth whatsoever, but if it be kept too close and too entire, will in the end be found to have been kept to the great hurt, and invaluable damage of the owner. And whereas it is an excellent and high strain of Wisdom for men, to make themselves such Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, who, uh av-ds j pn31 vbz, cst pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cc n1 r-crq, cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn av av-j cc av j, vmb p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt j vvn, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. cc cs pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, p-acp vvb px32 d n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1, r-crq, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
521 when they fail here, may, and will, receive them into everlasting habitations; when they fail Here, may, and will, receive them into everlasting habitations; c-crq pns32 vvb av, vmb, cc vmb, vvb pno32 p-acp j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
522 so is it on the other hand the exaltation of folly, for men to make (as it were) of the same material, such enemies, whose displeasure may cause them both to fail the sooner here, so is it on the other hand the exaltation of folly, for men to make (as it were) of the same material, such enemies, whose displeasure may cause them both to fail the sooner Here, av vbz pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pp-f dt d j-jn, d n2, rg-crq n1 vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp vvb dt av-c av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
523 and wil most certainly exclude them out of those everlasting habitations of rest, and joy, and peace, into which otherwise they might, and should, have been received. and will most Certainly exclude them out of those everlasting habitations of rest, and joy, and peace, into which otherwise they might, and should, have been received. cc n1 av-ds av-j vvi pno32 av pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp r-crq av pns32 vmd, cc vmd, vhb vbn vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
524 For men shall be sent to Hell, as well for the want of Charity, and of Mercy, For men shall be sent to Hell, as well for the want of Charity, and of Mercy, p-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
525 as for the want of Justice; as for the want of justice; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
526 neither is it much material whether a man or woman be sent thither upon the one account, or the other. neither is it much material whither a man or woman be sent thither upon the one account, or the other. av-dx vbz pn31 d j-jn cs dt n1 cc n1 vbb vvn av p-acp dt crd n1, cc dt n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
527 We have now done with the use of instruction. The Doctrine is further profitable unto us for reproof. We have now done with the use of instruction. The Doctrine is further profitable unto us for reproof. pns12 vhb av vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vbz jc j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 42
528 For if mercy (in the sence and upon the terms declared) hath this priviledge from God, to make all his true-born children, all her sons and daughters, free from fear of wrath and condemnation, For if mercy (in the sense and upon the terms declared) hath this privilege from God, to make all his Trueborn children, all her Sons and daughters, free from Fear of wrath and condemnation, c-acp cs n1 (p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2 vvd) vhz d n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d po31 j n2, d po31 n2 cc n2, j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
529 then are all such most worthy reproof, and this with much severity, who do not lift up their hearts unto her service, then Are all such most worthy reproof, and this with much severity, who do not lift up their hearts unto her service, av vbr d d av-ds j n1, cc d p-acp d n1, r-crq vdb xx vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 42
530 and stretch forth their hands to that work which she commendeth unto all men, for their unspeakable benefit, and stretch forth their hands to that work which she commends unto all men, for their unspeakable benefit, cc vvi av po32 n2 p-acp cst n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, p-acp po32 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
531 and advancement unto an estate of such happinesse and peace. and advancement unto an estate of such happiness and peace. cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
532 To the far greatest part of men and women in the world, mercy is little lesse then a mystery; their soul never entred into the secret of it, To the Far greatest part of men and women in the world, mercy is little less then a mystery; their soul never entered into the secret of it, p-acp dt av-j js n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, n1 vbz av-j av-dc cs dt n1; po32 n1 av-x vvd p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
533 and they that are Christianly exercised in the wayes thereof, may say unto them, We have meat to eat which you know not of: and they that Are Christianly exercised in the ways thereof, may say unto them, We have meat to eat which you know not of: cc pns32 cst vbr av-jp vvn p-acp dt n2 av, vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pn22 vvb xx pp-f: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
534 We live like Kings and Princes upon the sacrifices, which we have offered of our substance unto God, in ministring to the necessities of the poor, in feeding the hungry, in cloathing the naked, &c. whereas you are in danger of being eaten up and consumed with cares and fears, We live like Kings and Princes upon the Sacrifices, which we have offered of our substance unto God, in ministering to the necessities of the poor, in feeding the hungry, in clothing the naked, etc. whereas you Are in danger of being eaten up and consumed with Cares and fears, pns12 vvb av-j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp j-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp vvg dt j, p-acp n1 dt j, av cs pn22 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
535 and sad expectations, under all that abundance which you possesse. and sad Expectations, under all that abundance which you possess. cc j n2, p-acp d cst n1 r-crq pn22 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
536 With that which we give, we purchase a setled, constant and daily revenue of heavenly comfort and peace, With that which we give, we purchase a settled, constant and daily revenue of heavenly Comfort and peace, p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb dt j-vvn, j cc j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
537 and so injoy that which wee have parted with, upon far better terms then wee could have possessed it. and so enjoy that which we have parted with, upon Far better terms then we could have possessed it. cc av vvb d r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp, p-acp av-j jc n2 cs pns12 vmd vhi vvn pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
538 You on the contrary by shutting up your Compassions from the importunate cries of the miseries and extremities of the needy, cast in your whole estates into the Divels Treasury, You on the contrary by shutting up your Compassions from the importunate cries of the misery's and extremities of the needy, cast in your Whole estates into the Devils Treasury, pn22 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp vvg a-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j, vvn p-acp po22 j-jn n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
539 and consult to your selves both the present torment of the fear, and the future torment it self, of suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. and consult to your selves both the present torment of the Fear, and the future torment it self, of suffering the vengeance of Eternal fire. cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pn31 n1, pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
540 The truth is, that men hard of bowels, and who have abundantly in their hand, The truth is, that men hard of bowels, and who have abundantly in their hand, dt n1 vbz, cst n2 j pp-f n2, cc q-crq vhb av-j p-acp po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
541 but want in their heart, wherewith to strengthen the hand of the poor, may well be compared to Horse and Mule, which (as David saith) have no understanding. For what can argue a greater, a sadder defect in reason, judgement, but want in their heart, wherewith to strengthen the hand of the poor, may well be compared to Horse and Mule, which (as David Says) have no understanding. For what can argue a greater, a sadder defect in reason, judgement, cc-acp vvb p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq (c-acp np1 vvz) vhb dx n1. c-acp q-crq vmb vvi dt jc, dt jc n1 p-acp n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 43
542 and understanding, then for men and women to purchase shame, and sorrow, and fear, and (in the end) misery without end, with that price, which is put into their hand for their high advancement in joy, and understanding, then for men and women to purchase shame, and sorrow, and Fear, and (in the end) misery without end, with that price, which is put into their hand for their high advancement in joy, cc n1, av p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc (p-acp dt n1) n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
543 and peace, and blessednesse for evermore? What our Savior demandeth concerning the gaining of the whole world, may upon the same sad and serious account be demanded, concerning the possessing or keeping it. and peace, and blessedness for evermore? What our Saviour demandeth Concerning the gaining of the Whole world, may upon the same sad and serious account be demanded, Concerning the possessing or keeping it. cc n1, cc n1 c-acp av? q-crq po12 n1 vvz vvg dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, vmb p-acp dt d j cc j n1 vbi vvn, vvg dt vvg cc vvg pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
544 For what is a man profited if he shall possesse and keep to himself, whilest he lives, the whole world, and lose his own soul. For what is a man profited if he shall possess and keep to himself, whilst he lives, the Whole world, and loose his own soul. p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp px31, cs pns31 vvz, dt j-jn n1, cc vvi po31 d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
545 And this is considerable, that a desire or indeavour to gain the whole world, is not more threatning (nor indeed so much altogether) of the losse of the soul, especially of the losse of it upon the hardest and most grievous terms of losing it, And this is considerable, that a desire or endeavour to gain the Whole world, is not more threatening (nor indeed so much altogether) of the loss of the soul, especially of the loss of it upon the Hardest and most grievous terms of losing it, cc d vbz j, cst dt n1 cc vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, vbz xx av-dc vvg (ccx av av av-d av) pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f vvg pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
546 as the hoarding and keeping of it to a mans self by unmercifulnesse, when he hath gained it. as the hoarding and keeping of it to a men self by unmercifulness, when he hath gained it. c-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
547 I no where read, that he that desireth or attempteth to gain the whole world shal lose his soul, much lesse that he shall lose it with such a losse, which shall be more intolerable then the ordinary losing of souls will be unto men. I no where read, that he that Desires or attempteth to gain the Whole world shall loose his soul, much less that he shall loose it with such a loss, which shall be more intolerable then the ordinary losing of Souls will be unto men. pns11 av-dx c-crq vvi, cst pns31 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp vvb dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, d av-dc cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cs dt j vvg pp-f n2 vmb vbi p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
548 But I read as much concerning him, that shal keep the world, or a part of it onely, to himself, But I read as much Concerning him, that shall keep the world, or a part of it only, to himself, p-acp pns11 vvb c-acp av-d vvg pno31, cst vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j, p-acp px31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
549 as both these amount unto, in the words immediately before my text. But he shal have judgement without mercy, who hath shewed no mercy. as both these amount unto, in the words immediately before my text. But he shall have judgement without mercy, who hath showed no mercy. c-acp d d vvi p-acp, p-acp dt n2 av-j p-acp po11 n1. p-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz vvn dx n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
550 As he that with-holdeth Corn, not he that hath Corn, nor he that taketh the best, the most provident and industrious course he can, to fill his Barns and Granaries with Corn, is the man whom the people will curse. As he that withholdeth Corn, not he that hath Corn, nor he that Takes the best, the most provident and Industria course he can, to fill his Barns and Granaries with Corn, is the man whom the people will curse. c-acp pns31 cst j n1, xx pns31 cst vhz n1, ccx pns31 cst vvz dt js, dt av-ds j cc j n1 pns31 vmb, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 ro-crq dt n1 vmb vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
551 So neither are they that have Silver and Gold, and the good things of this world in the greatest abundance, So neither Are they that have Silver and Gold, and the good things of this world in the greatest abundance, av av-d vbr pns32 cst vhb n1 cc n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt js n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
552 nor they whose hand is diligent to make them rich, the persons to whom Christ will say at the great day, Depart from me, ye cursed into everlasting fire; nor they whose hand is diligent to make them rich, the Persons to whom christ will say At the great day, Depart from me, you cursed into everlasting fire; ccx pns32 rg-crq n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 j, dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, vvb p-acp pno11, pn22 vvd p-acp j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
553 but they will be found the Children of this most heavy and insupportable curse, who shall with-hold their riches, but they will be found the Children of this most heavy and insupportable curse, who shall withhold their riches, p-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f d av-ds j cc j n1, r-crq vmb vvi po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 44
554 and neither give meat unto Christ, when he is an hungry in his members, nor drink when he is thirsty, and neither give meat unto christ, when he is an hungry in his members, nor drink when he is thirsty, cc dx vvi n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbz dt j p-acp po31 n2, ccx vvb c-crq pns31 vbz j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
555 nor cloathing when he is naked; nor clothing when he is naked; ccx n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
556 nor minister unto him according to the necessities of his Saints and servants, in every kind. nor minister unto him according to the necessities of his Saints and Servants, in every kind. ccx vvb p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
557 Cruel, hard-hearted and unmerciful men will be hurl'd with greater indignation by the irresistable hand of God into the Lake that burneth with Fire and Brimstone for evermore, Cruel, hardhearted and unmerciful men will be hurled with greater Indignation by the irresistible hand of God into the Lake that burns with Fire and Brimstone for evermore, j, j cc j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp jc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 c-acp av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
558 then any other kind of sinner whatsoever. then any other kind of sinner whatsoever. cs d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
559 He who hath shewed no mercy, is nominated as the onely kinde of sinner, that shal have judgment without mercy; He who hath showed no mercy, is nominated as the only kind of sinner, that shall have judgement without mercy; pns31 r-crq vhz vvn dx n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
560 unmerciful men wil be known from amongst al the children of wrath, that for all other kinds of wickednesses & abhominations, shal be cast together wth them into Hel, by the loudness of their roarings through the extremity of the torments, wth they are like to indure above them all, NONLATINALPHABET, I am grievously tormented (cries out the unmerciful wretch, who had neglected poor Lazarus ) in this flame. And the Lord tels those unmerciful ones that shal appear at his left hand in the day of judgement that they shall be beaten with those very rods, which the severe hand of God prepared for the Devils back, unmerciful men will be known from among all the children of wrath, that for all other Kinds of Wickednesses & abominations, shall be cast together with them into Hell, by the loudness of their roarings through the extremity of the torments, with they Are like to endure above them all,, I am grievously tormented (cries out the unmerciful wretch, who had neglected poor Lazarus) in this flame. And the Lord tells those unmerciful ones that shall appear At his left hand in the day of judgement that they shall be beaten with those very rods, which the severe hand of God prepared for the Devils back, j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, cst p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 d,, pns11 vbm av-j j-vvn (n2 av dt j n1, r-crq vhd vvn j np1) p-acp d n1. cc dt n1 vvz d j pi2 cst vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n2, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
561 and for the backs of his Angels. and for the backs of his Angels. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
562 Depart from me ye cursed into everlasting fire, prepar'd for the Divel and his Angels, Mat. 25. 41. This for Reproof. Depart from me you cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels, Mathew 25. 41. This for Reproof. vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd p-acp j n1, vvd p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, np1 crd crd np1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 45
563 The Doctrine (is in the third and last place) profitable likewise for exhortation. The Doctrine (is in the third and last place) profitable likewise for exhortation. dt n1 (vbz p-acp dt ord cc ord n1) j av p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
564 For if mercy in the sence and upon the terms declared, bee a Shield of protection to the Souls and Consciences of men, greatly delighting in her waies against the dread and terrour of the great day, For if mercy in the sense and upon the terms declared, be a Shield of protection to the Souls and Consciences of men, greatly delighting in her ways against the dread and terror of the great day, p-acp cs n1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2 vvn, vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, av-j vvg p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 45
565 and the final judgement and doom that shal then be passed and given upon all flesh, upon what ground or motive more pregnant and provoking then this, can men or women be exhorted unto that great Christian exercise, I mean, works of mercy? Who upon such an account, wil not be willing, and the final judgement and doom that shall then be passed and given upon all Flesh, upon what ground or motive more pregnant and provoking then this, can men or women be exhorted unto that great Christian exercise, I mean, works of mercy? Who upon such an account, will not be willing, cc dt j n1 cc n1 cst vmb av vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 av-dc j cc vvg av d, vmb n2 cc n2 vbb vvn p-acp d j njp n1, pns11 vvb, n2 pp-f n1? r-crq p-acp d dt n1, vmb xx vbi j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
566 yea and more then willing, rejoycingly, triumphantly willing, to cast his bread upon the waters, to give portions unto seven, yea and more then willing, rejoicingly, triumphantly willing, to cast his bred upon the waters, to give portions unto seven, uh cc dc cs j, av-vvg, av-j j, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp crd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
567 and also unto eight, to feed the hungry, to cloath the naked, to visit the sick and those that are in prison, to receive strangers, to comfort the afflicted, to forgive injuries and wrongs; and also unto eight, to feed the hungry, to cloth the naked, to visit the sick and those that Are in prison, to receive Strangers, to Comfort the afflicted, to forgive injuries and wrongs; cc av p-acp crd, pc-acp vvi dt j, p-acp n1 dt j, pc-acp vvi dt j cc d cst vbr p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
568 in a word, to fill the sphere of his activity with the lovely fruits of goodnesse and mercy in every kind? The chief Captain of the Garison at Jerusalem, spoken of Acts 22. 27. made account that he had done prudently enough in purchasing the Roman freedome, in a word, to fill the sphere of his activity with the lovely fruits of Goodness and mercy in every kind? The chief Captain of the Garrison At Jerusalem, spoken of Acts 22. 27. made account that he had done prudently enough in purchasing the Roman freedom, p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1? dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, vvn pp-f vvz crd crd vvn n1 cst pns31 vhd vdn av-j av-d p-acp vvg dt njp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
569 though (as himself confessed) it cost him a great summe of money. Alas! though (as himself confessed) it cost him a great sum of money. Alas! cs (p-acp px31 vvn) pn31 vvd pno31 dt j n1 pp-f n1. np1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
570 the immunities of a Citizen of Rome, were a dear bargain at the price of two farthings, in comparison of that glorious immunity, that sacred priviledge and freedome of which the Doctrine speaketh, a freedome from the fear of death, the immunities of a Citizen of Room, were a dear bargain At the price of two farthings, in comparison of that glorious immunity, that sacred privilege and freedom of which the Doctrine speaks, a freedom from the Fear of death, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvi, vbdr dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1, cst j n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
571 and of the day of judgement (the very hearing whereof maketh both the ears of the World to tremble.) Yea though this heavenly Prerogative and freedome should be purchased at the high rate of the poor Widdows bounty, who cast in NONLATINALPHABET, her whole livelihood or subsistence into the Treasury of God. and of the day of judgement (the very hearing whereof makes both the ears of the World to tremble.) Yea though this heavenly Prerogative and freedom should be purchased At the high rate of the poor Widows bounty, who cast in, her Whole livelihood or subsistence into the Treasury of God. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 (dt j n-vvg c-crq vvz d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi.) uh cs d j n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, r-crq vvd p-acp, po31 j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
572 To be so gloriously strengthened in the inner man, that a man or woman may (in that high expression of Job) go near unto God as a Prince, not to be afraid when he shall hear the sound of the last Trump, summoning the quick and the dead unto judgement, To be so gloriously strengthened in the inner man, that a man or woman may (in that high expression of Job) go near unto God as a Prince, not to be afraid when he shall hear the found of the last Trump, summoning the quick and the dead unto judgement, pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst dt n1 cc n1 vmb (p-acp cst j n1 pp-f np1) vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vbi j c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vvg dt j cc dt j p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
573 nor at the appearance of the Judge sitting upon his white Throne, nor at the opening of the Books, by which all shal be judged, to injoy (I say) a mans self in peace, nor At the appearance of the Judge sitting upon his white Throne, nor At the opening of the Books, by which all shall be judged, to enjoy (I say) a men self in peace, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1, ccx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2, p-acp r-crq d vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi (pns11 vvb) dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 46
574 and with an untroubled, and undanted spirit, under all these high astonishing transactions and doings, is a priviledge so transcendently great and sacred, that all the Silver and Gold under Heaven, and with an untroubled, and undaunted Spirit, under all these high astonishing transactions and doings, is a privilege so transcendently great and sacred, that all the Silver and Gold under Heaven, cc p-acp dt j, cc j n1, p-acp d d j vvg n2 cc n2-vdg, vbz dt n1 av av-j j cc j, cst d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
575 and all the precious things of the Earth with them, are but as drosse and dung, and all the precious things of the Earth with them, Are but as dross and dung, cc d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, vbr cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
576 yea lesse then nothing in comparison thereof. yea less then nothing in comparison thereof. uh av-dc cs pix p-acp n1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
577 Yet shal all the trueborn sons and daughters of mercy, be sed with the heritage of all this glory, all shal be light, Yet shall all the Trueborn Sons and daughters of mercy, be said with the heritage of all this glory, all shall be Light, av vmb d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n1, d vmb vbi j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
578 and life, and joy, and peace, with them, when the faces of all those, who have not strengthened the hand of the poor shal gather blacknesse, and life, and joy, and peace, with them, when the faces of all those, who have not strengthened the hand of the poor shall gather blackness, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp pno32, c-crq dt n2 pp-f d d, r-crq vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vvi n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
579 and the souls of those who have hid themselves from their own flesh, shall dwel among Lyons, among devouring fears, and the Souls of those who have hid themselves from their own Flesh, shall dwell among Lyons, among devouring fears, cc dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb vvn px32 p-acp po32 d n1, vmb vvi p-acp n2, p-acp j-vvg n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
580 and overwhelmings of dismal dreads and terrours without end. and overwhelmings of dismal dreads and terrors without end. cc n2-vvg pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
581 Therefore now quit your selves like men, and despise not the word of exhortation that hath now been directed unto you: Therefore now quit your selves like men, and despise not the word of exhortation that hath now been directed unto you: av av vvi po22 n2 av-j n2, cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vhz av vbn vvn p-acp pn22: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
582 you see that in hearkning to it there is great reward. Be merciful, as your heavenly Father is mercifull; you see that in Harkening to it there is great reward. Be merciful, as your heavenly Father is merciful; pn22 vvb cst p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 pc-acp vbz j n1. vbb j, c-acp po22 j n1 vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
583 so shal no fear of judgement have Dominion over you to torment you. so shall no Fear of judgement have Dominion over you to torment you. av vmb dx n1 pp-f n1 vhb n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 47
584 But besides this great motive held forth both in the Text and Doctrine, the great duty of mercy, unto which you have been exhorted, might be further recommended unto you by many others. But beside this great motive held forth both in the Text and Doctrine, the great duty of mercy, unto which you have been exhorted, might be further recommended unto you by many Others. cc-acp p-acp d j n1 vvd av av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vbn vvn, vmd vbi av-jc vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp d n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
585 Nor is there (I suppose) any one duty within the whole compass of Christianity, wherein the Conscience of a man may be invested with a greater retinue of arguments and motives, Nor is there (I suppose) any one duty within the Whole compass of Christianity, wherein the Conscience of a man may be invested with a greater retinue of Arguments and motives, ccx vbz pc-acp (pns11 vvb) d crd n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
586 and these of rich and high import, then this of Mercy. Bee pleased onely to taste a few of them. and these of rich and high import, then this of Mercy. be pleased only to taste a few of them. cc d pp-f j cc j n1, cs d pp-f n1. vbb vvn av-j pc-acp vvi dt d pp-f pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 47
587 1. If you shall (with God) delight in mercy, you shall not be delivered and freed from the fear onely, 1. If you shall (with God) delight in mercy, you shall not be Delivered and freed from the Fear only, crd cs pn22 vmb (p-acp np1) n1 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
588 but from the stroke it self, from the dreadful and all con•ounding stroke of judgement. but from the stroke it self, from the dreadful and all con•ounding stroke of judgement. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt j cc d j-vvg n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 47
589 Mercy will not put you into a fools Paradice of security and fearlessnesse of judgement, leaving you in the mean time in a condition obnoxious unto judgement, Mercy will not put you into a Fools Paradise of security and fearlessnesse of judgement, leaving you in the mean time in a condition obnoxious unto judgement, n1 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvg pn22 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
590 but that security in this kind, which shal be given unto you, shal stand by you, but that security in this kind, which shall be given unto you, shall stand by you, cc-acp cst n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
591 and be made good unto you in the evil day. There is no condemnation unto the Children of mercy. and be made good unto you in the evil day. There is no condemnation unto the Children of mercy. cc vbi vvn j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j-jn n1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
592 With the mercifull (saith David unto God) thou wilt shew thy self mercifull, If ye forgive me their Trespasses, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you, Mercy is divinely inspired to Prophesie good unto her Children; With the merciful (Says David unto God) thou wilt show thy self merciful, If you forgive me their Trespasses, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you, Mercy is divinely inspired to Prophesy good unto her Children; p-acp dt j (vvz np1 p-acp np1) pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 j, cs pn22 vvb pno11 po32 n2, po22 j n1 vmb av vvi pn22, n1 vbz av-jn vvn pc-acp vvi j p-acp po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
593 therefore (doubtless) God will not suffer the words of her Prophesie to fall to the ground. Therefore (doubtless) God will not suffer the words of her Prophesy to fallen to the ground. av (av-j) n1 vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 48
594 2. Unto mercy is this Grace also given by God, even to deliver her friends and Disciples from temporal judgements and evils, as well as from eternal. 2. Unto mercy is this Grace also given by God, even to deliver her Friends and Disciples from temporal Judgments and evils, as well as from Eternal. crd p-acp n1 vbz d n1 av vvn p-acp np1, av pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp p-acp j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 48
595 Blessed is he that considereth the poor, the Lord will deliver him in the time of trouble. Blessed is he that Considereth the poor, the Lord will deliver him in the time of trouble. vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz dt j, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 48
596 The Lord will PRESERVE him, and keep him alive, &c. So again, Give a portion to seven, The Lord will PRESERVE him, and keep him alive, etc. So again, Give a portion to seven, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 j, av av av, vvb dt n1 p-acp crd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 48
597 and also to eight, for thou knowest not what evil shall be on the earth , meaning, that what evil or judgement soever shal come upon the place, and also to eight, for thou Knowest not what evil shall be on the earth, meaning, that what evil or judgement soever shall come upon the place, cc av p-acp crd, c-acp pns21 vv2 xx r-crq n-jn vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, n1, cst r-crq j-jn cc n1 av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 48
598 or people, amongst whom a man liveth, they are likest to find favour and protection from God, whose hand hath been upon all occasions stretched forth in works of mercy unto those that stood in need. or people, among whom a man lives, they Are likest to find favour and protection from God, whose hand hath been upon all occasions stretched forth in works of mercy unto those that stood in need. cc n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvz, pns32 vbr js pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, rg-crq n1 vhz vbn p-acp d n2 vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vvd p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 48
599 3. As if it were a smal thing with God onely to exempt the children of mercy from perishing in the condemnation of this world; 3. As if it were a small thing with God only to exempt the children of mercy from perishing in the condemnation of this world; crd p-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp np1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 48
600 he speaketh unto them of the glory and great things of the world to come, he speaks unto them of the glory and great things of the world to come, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 pp-f dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 48
601 and this upon the account of their mercy. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdome prepared for you from the beginning of the world. and this upon the account of their mercy. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the world. cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. av vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, vvb pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 48
602 FOR, I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat; I was thirsty, and ye gave mee drink; FOR, I was an hungered, and you gave me meat; I was thirsty, and you gave me drink; p-acp, pns11 vbds dt vvd, cc pn22 vvd pno11 n1; pns11 vbds j, cc pn22 vvd pno11 vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
603 I was a stranger, and ye took me in naked and ye cloathed me; I was a stranger, and you took me in naked and you clothed me; pns11 vbds dt n1, cc pn22 vvd pno11 p-acp j cc pn22 vvd pno11; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
604 I was sick, and ye visited me, &c. So the Apostle to Timothy, Charge them that are rich in this World, that they be not high-minded nor trust in uncertain riches, I was sick, and you visited me, etc. So the Apostle to Timothy, Charge them that Are rich in this World, that they be not High-minded nor trust in uncertain riches, pns11 vbds j, cc pn22 vvd pno11, av av dt n1 p-acp np1, vvb pno32 cst vbr j p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbb xx j ccx n1 p-acp j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
605 but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to injoy, That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may l•y hold on eternal life. but in the living God, who gives us richly all things to enjoy, That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for themselves a good Foundation against the time to come, that they may l•y hold on Eternal life. cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg np1, r-crq vvz pno12 av-j d n2 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vdb j, cst pns32 vbb j p-acp j n2, j pc-acp vvi, vvg pc-acp vvi, vvg a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp px32 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
606 If rich men wil not simply do good, but be rich in good works, (i. e. If rich men will not simply do good, but be rich in good works, (i. e. cs j n2 vmb xx av-j vdb j, p-acp vbi j p-acp j n2, (uh. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
607 abound in doing good) and this out of a propenseness and readiness of heart and soul unto these works, not grudgingly, abound in doing good) and this out of a propenseness and readiness of heart and soul unto these works, not grudgingly, vvb p-acp vdg j) cc d av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, xx av-vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
608 or as of necessity (as the Apostle speaks in a like case) hereby they shal take a most secure and safe course, or as of necessity (as the Apostle speaks in a like case) hereby they shall take a most secure and safe course, cc c-acp pp-f n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1) av pns32 vmb vvi dt av-ds j cc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
609 though it be secret, and makes little shew in the eyes of men, [ as treasures and foundations, are both secret and safe, at least as safe as men can make them ] to possess themselves of eternal life. though it be secret, and makes little show in the eyes of men, [ as treasures and foundations, Are both secret and safe, At least as safe as men can make them ] to possess themselves of Eternal life. cs pn31 vbb j-jn, cc vvz j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, [ c-acp n2 cc n2, vbr d j-jn cc j, p-acp ds p-acp j c-acp n2 vmb vvi pno32 ] pc-acp vvi px32 pp-f j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 49
610 4. Mercy hath not onely the promises of the great things of the world to come, 4. Mercy hath not only the promises of the great things of the world to come, crd n1 vhz xx av-j dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
611 but of the good things of this life also (as wel as of deliverance from the evil) wherein as well the Children also and Posterity of mercifull men, as themselves, are comprehended. but of the good things of this life also (as well as of deliverance from the evil) wherein as well the Children also and Posterity of merciful men, as themselves, Are comprehended. cc-acp pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1 av (c-acp av c-acp pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn) c-crq c-acp av dt n2 av cc n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp px32, vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
612 Is not this the Fast that I have chosen to loose the Bands of ▪ Wickedness, to undo the heavy burthens, Is not this the Fast that I have chosen to lose the Bans of ▪ Wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, vbz xx d dt j cst pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f ▪ n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
613 and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every Yoke? Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every Yoke? Is it not to deal thy bred to the hungry, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn vvb j, cc cst pn22 vvb d n1? vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
614 and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thine house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him, and that thou bring the poor that Are cast out to thine house? when thou See the naked, that thou cover him, cc cst pns21 vvb dt j cst vbr vvn av p-acp po21 n1? c-crq pns21 vv2 dt j, cst pns21 vvb pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
615 and that thou hide not thy self from thine own flesh? Then shall thy light break forth as the morning [ i, e. and that thou hide not thy self from thine own Flesh? Then shall thy Light break forth as the morning [ i, e. cc cst pns21 vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp po21 d n1? av vmb po21 n1 vvi av p-acp dt n1 [ sy, sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 49
616 as the chearful brightnesse of the morning succeeds of course, and uncomfortable darknesse of the night, as the cheerful brightness of the morning succeeds of course, and uncomfortable darkness of the night, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
617 so shal the prosperity, according to the standing Law of my righteous providence, forthwith succeed, so shall the Prosperity, according to the standing Law of my righteous providence, forthwith succeed, av vmb dt n1, vvg p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po11 j n1, av vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
618 and come in place of thy present afflicted and calamitous condition, as it followeth ] and thine health shall spring forth SPEEDILY ; and come in place of thy present afflicted and calamitous condition, as it follows ] and thine health shall spring forth SPEEDILY; cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po21 j j-vvn cc j n1, c-acp pn31 vvz ] cc po21 n1 vmb vvi av av-j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
619 as if hee should say, whereas at present thy whole head is sick, and thy whole heart faint, as if he should say, whereas At present thy Whole head is sick, and thy Whole heart faint, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, cs p-acp j po21 j-jn n1 vbz j, cc po21 j-jn n1 j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
620 and from the sole of the foot, even unto the head, there is no soundness in thee, and from the sole of the foot, even unto the head, there is no soundness in thee, cc p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno21, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
621 but wounds & bruises, & putrifying sores, So that in respect of thy estate in this world, thou art like to a man most dangerously sick, in the most vital parts, but wounds & bruises, & Putrifying sores, So that in respect of thy estate in this world, thou art like to a man most dangerously sick, in the most vital parts, cc-acp n2 cc n2, cc vvg n2, av cst p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r av-j p-acp dt n1 av-ds av-j j, p-acp dt av-ds j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
622 and withal most dangerously wounded, yea and bruised, and besides al this, ful of noisome Ulcers & sores, of whose recovery and health under al these Maladies, there is very little, and withal most dangerously wounded, yea and Bruised, and beside all this, full of noisome Ulcers & sores, of whose recovery and health under all these Maladies, there is very little, cc av av-ds av-j vvn, uh cc j-vvn, cc p-acp d d, j pp-f j n2 cc n2, pp-f rg-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp d d n2, pc-acp vbz av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
623 or no hope, yet shalt thou very suddenly, and above all expectation be restored unto thy former honour, strength and dignity, or no hope, yet shalt thou very suddenly, and above all expectation be restored unto thy former honour, strength and dignity, cc dx n1, av vm2 pns21 av av-j, cc p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp po21 j n1, n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
624 and all the Nations round about thee, shall say, The Lord hath done great things for thee. and all the nations round about thee, shall say, The Lord hath done great things for thee. cc d dt n2 av-j p-acp pno21, vmb vvi, dt n1 vhz vdn j n2 p-acp pno21. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
625 Soon after to like purpose, If thou take away from the midst of thee the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and speaking vanity; Soon After to like purpose, If thou take away from the midst of thee the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and speaking vanity; av a-acp p-acp j n1, cs pns21 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno21 dt n1, dt vvg av pp-f dt n1, cc vvg n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
626 and if thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfie the afflicted soul, then shall thy light arise in obscurity, and thy darknesse be as the noon day; and if thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted soul, then shall thy Light arise in obscurity, and thy darkness be as the noon day; cc cs pns21 vvb av po21 n1 p-acp dt j, cc vvi dt j-vvn n1, av vmb po21 n1 vvi p-acp n1, cc po21 n1 vbi p-acp dt n1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
627 and the Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfie thy Soul in drought, and make fat thy bones, and the Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy Soul in drought, and make fat thy bones, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 av-j, cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi j po21 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
628 and thou shalt be like a watered Garden, and like a Spring of water, whose waters fail not. and thou shalt be like a watered Garden, and like a Spring of water, whose waters fail not. cc pns21 vm2 vbi av-j dt vvn n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vvb xx. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
629 And they shall be of thee that shall build the old wast places, thou shalt raise up the foundations of many generations, &c. He that shal diligently consider these promises (with very many others of the same gracious confederacy with them, which might readily be added) and is able withall to bear himself with confidence upon the truth, And they shall be of thee that shall built the old waste places, thou shalt raise up the foundations of many generations, etc. He that shall diligently Consider these promises (with very many Others of the same gracious confederacy with them, which might readily be added) and is able withal to bear himself with confidence upon the truth, cc pns32 vmb vbi pp-f pno21 cst vmb vvi dt j n1 n2, pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, av pns31 cst vmb av-j vvi d n2 (p-acp av d n2-jn pp-f dt d j n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vmd av-j vbi vvn) cc vbz j av pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 48
630 and faithfulnesse, and power of God, for the performance of them, cannot but conclude heart, and faithfulness, and power of God, for the performance of them, cannot but conclude heart, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vmbx pc-acp vvi n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
631 and soul, and all that is within him, that there is no counsel, project, or course, both for making his own face, and soul, and all that is within him, that there is no counsel, project, or course, both for making his own face, cc n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno31, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1, n1, cc n1, av-d p-acp vvg po31 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
632 and the face also of his posterity, to shine in the world, to be compared with a large heart, and the face also of his posterity, to shine in the world, to be compared with a large heart, cc dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
633 and open hand, with drawing out his soul freely unto those that stand in need, upon all occasions. and open hand, with drawing out his soul freely unto those that stand in need, upon all occasions. cc j n1, p-acp vvg av po31 n1 av-j p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1, p-acp d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
634 There are no promises of this worlds felicities and enjoyments in every kind, to be found in all the Scriptures, made unto any other vein, There Are no promises of this world's felicities and enjoyments in every kind, to be found in all the Scriptures, made unto any other vein, pc-acp vbr dx n2 pp-f d ng1 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2, vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
635 or part of obedience unto God, which run so high, or engage the truth and power of God so deeply, or part of Obedience unto God, which run so high, or engage the truth and power of God so deeply, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvb av j, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av av-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
636 as those which are the heritage of the families of Mercy, and stand charged with all earthly supplies, comforts, as those which Are the heritage of the families of Mercy, and stand charged with all earthly supplies, comforts, c-acp d r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb vvn p-acp d j n2, n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
637 and accommodations, unto them and their posterities, who shall minister with a liberal hand unto the necessities of the poor, still taking off their sackcloth, and accommodations, unto them and their Posterities, who shall minister with a liberal hand unto the necessities of the poor, still taking off their Sackcloth, cc n2, p-acp pno32 cc po32 n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, av vvg a-acp po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
638 and girding them with joy and gladness. and girding them with joy and gladness. cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
639 To be jealous that a frequent offering of those sacrifices, wherewith God is so well pleased ( Heb. 13. 16.) will diminish any mans flocks, To be jealous that a frequent offering of those Sacrifices, wherewith God is so well pleased (Hebrew 13. 16.) will diminish any men flocks, pc-acp vbi j cst dt j n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq np1 vbz av av vvd (np1 crd crd) vmb vvi d ng1 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
640 or make any breach upon his worldly estate, or trench upon the prosperity of his house and children after him, is but a bold affront put upon the truth and faithfulness of God, by the ill-nurtur'd and base-bred hearts of covetous, ignorant, and foolish men. or make any breach upon his worldly estate, or trench upon the Prosperity of his house and children After him, is but a bold affront put upon the truth and faithfulness of God, by the ill-nurtured and base-bred hearts of covetous, ignorant, and foolish men. cc vvi d n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno31, vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f j, j, cc j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
641 Hath not the Husbandman as much reason to fear, that his grass and corn will parch and dry away, by the rain of heaven ever and anon falling on them? Peruse (at your leisure) Ps. 112. throughout. Prov. 11. 24 25. Eccles. 11. 1, 2, &c. Psal 41. 1, 2, 3. Luke 6. 38. 2 Cor. 9. 6. 8, 9, &c. (with many like.) Hath not the Husbandman as much reason to Fear, that his grass and corn will parch and dry away, by the rain of heaven ever and anon falling on them? Peruse (At your leisure) Ps. 112. throughout. Curae 11. 24 25. Eccles. 11. 1, 2, etc. Psalm 41. 1, 2, 3. Luke 6. 38. 2 Cor. 9. 6. 8, 9, etc. (with many like.) vhz xx dt n1 c-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi cc vvi av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av cc av vvg p-acp pno32? vvb (p-acp po22 n1) np1 crd p-acp. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, av np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd crd, crd, av (p-acp d j.) (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 41
642 5. Men and women that are rich in this world, cannot convert, or dispose of their abundance in any other way, 5. Men and women that Are rich in this world, cannot convert, or dispose of their abundance in any other Way, crd np1 cc n2 cst vbr j p-acp d n1, vmbx vvi, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 41
643 but to their incomparable loss and disadvantage. but to their incomparable loss and disadvantage. cc-acp p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 41
644 They do but play at small game (as our English proverb is) with great estates, who either hoard up the revenues of them, They do but play At small game (as our English proverb is) with great estates, who either hoard up the revenues of them, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp j n1 (p-acp po12 np1 n1 vbz) p-acp j n2, r-crq d vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
645 or make sacrifices of them unto their lusts in one kind or other, as either in building sumptuously, in faring deliciously, in apparelling gorgeously, in gaming lavishly, in abusing themselves wantonly: or make Sacrifices of them unto their Lustiest in one kind or other, as either in building sumptuously, in faring deliciously, in appareling gorgeously, in gaming lavishly, in abusing themselves wantonly: cc vvi n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn, c-acp d p-acp vvg av-j, p-acp vvg av-j, p-acp vvg av-j, p-acp n-vvg av-j, p-acp vvg px32 av-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
646 or (or in a word) by gratifying the flesh inordinately in what way soever. or (or in a word) by gratifying the Flesh inordinately in what Way soever. cc (cc p-acp dt n1) p-acp vvg dt n1 av-j p-acp r-crq n1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
647 All the considerable improvement that can be made of silver and gold, and great possessions, is by spreading them upon the backs of the naked, All the considerable improvement that can be made of silver and gold, and great possessions, is by spreading them upon the backs of the naked, av-d dt j n1 cst vmb vbi vvn pp-f n1 cc n1, cc j n2, vbz p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
648 and burying them in the bowels of the hungry, by ransoming the captive, relieving the oppressed ▪ by making temporal provisions for the bodies, and burying them in the bowels of the hungry, by ransoming the captive, relieving the oppressed ▪ by making temporal provisions for the bodies, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp vvg dt j-jn, vvg dt j-vvn ▪ p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
649 and spiritual for the souls of men. and spiritual for the Souls of men. cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
650 By such a contrivement of wealth as this, men may become great in the sight of God, Angels, and men: By such a contrivement of wealth as this, men may become great in the sighed of God, Angels, and men: p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d, n2 vmb vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n2, cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
651 of uncertain riches, may make an enduring substance; of uncertain riches, may make an enduring substance; pp-f j n2, vmb vvi dt j-vvg n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
652 of that which is not, that which is and which ever wil be to the days of eternity. of that which is not, that which is and which ever will be to the days of eternity. pp-f d r-crq vbz xx, cst r-crq vbz cc r-crq av vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
653 Whereas let men consult with the greatest spirit of the wisdom of this world, and study, Whereas let men consult with the greatest Spirit of the Wisdom of this world, and study, cs vvb n2 vvi p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
654 and streyn their reasons, wits, understandings to devise it in any other way, it will turn to little or no account at all, and streyn their Reasons, wits, understandings to devise it in any other Way, it will turn to little or no account At all, cc j po32 n2, n2, n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j-jn n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j cc dx n1 p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
655 but of sorrow and shameand misery without end. but of sorrow and shameand misery without end. cc-acp pp-f n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
656 For riches are given unto men much upon the like terms with those, on which Christ himself is given unto them. For riches Are given unto men much upon the like terms with those, on which christ himself is given unto them. p-acp n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2 av-d p-acp dt j n2 p-acp d, p-acp r-crq np1 px31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
657 Behold (said Simeon) this child is set for the fall, and rising again of many in Israel . Behold (said Simeon) this child is Set for the fallen, and rising again of many in Israel. vvb (vvd np1) d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvg av pp-f d p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
658 So are the great things of this world dispensed and disposed of by God, that in the issue and event they will be the shining of the face, So Are the great things of this world dispensed and disposed of by God, that in the issue and event they will be the shining of the face, av vbr dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vvn cc vvn pp-f p-acp np1, cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb vbi dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
659 and lifting up the head unto some, viz. unto those that shall sanctifie the lump, by offering a first fruits, according to the Royal Law of the Gospel, unto God; and lifting up the head unto Some, viz. unto those that shall sanctify the lump, by offering a First fruits, according to the Royal Law of the Gospel, unto God; cc vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp d, n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg dt ord n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 52
660 and again, the confusion of the face, and the hanging down of the head, and double measure of the wrath of God in the vengeance of eternal fire, unto others, viz. unto all those, that shall serve theirown humours and lusts with them, with the neglect of that high and holy commandment, which God hath given them to do otherwise. and again, the confusion of the face, and the hanging down of the head, and double measure of the wrath of God in the vengeance of Eternal fire, unto Others, viz. unto all those, that shall serve theirown humours and Lustiest with them, with the neglect of that high and holy Commandment, which God hath given them to do otherwise. cc av, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1, cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp n2-jn, n1 p-acp d d, cst vmb vvi j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 53
661 6. (And Lastly) Rich men are but God's Feoffees in trust in behalf of the poor, of all that surplusage and redundance that is found in their estates; 6. (And Lastly) Rich men Are but God's Feoffees in trust in behalf of the poor, of all that surplusage and redundance that is found in their estates; crd (cc ord) j n2 vbr p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, pp-f d cst n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
662 nor have they any right or title unto it before him; nor have they any right or title unto it before him; ccx vhb pns32 d n-jn cc n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
663 or (as it is usually expressed) in foro Conscientiae, but only unto the disposition of it, or (as it is usually expressed) in foro Conscientiae, but only unto the disposition of it, cc (c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn) p-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
664 and this unto the right owners, the poor, and according to those instructions given by him in the Gospel on that behalf. and this unto the right owners, the poor, and according to those instructions given by him in the Gospel on that behalf. cc d p-acp dt j-jn n2, dt j, cc vvg p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
665 Nor is it reasonable, or consistent with that reverence and honour which we owe to the wisdom ▪ and goodness of God, to conceive or think, that he gives at any time, Nor is it reasonable, or consistent with that Reverence and honour which we owe to the Wisdom ▪ and Goodness of God, to conceive or think, that he gives At any time, ccx vbz pn31 j, cc j p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 ▪ cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cst pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
666 or unto any person, a double, zrable, a sevenfold, tenfold, twenty-fold proportion in wealth, above the line of competency, or unto any person, a double, zrable, a sevenfold, tenfold, twentyfold proportion in wealth, above the line of competency, cc p-acp d n1, dt j-jn, j, dt j, av-j, n1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
667 & what comfortably, and with all Christian conveniences, supports other men charged with the same proportion of expense with them, to bestow upon their lusts in one kind or other (whether of sensuality, & what comfortably, and with all Christian conveniences, supports other men charged with the same proportion of expense with them, to bestow upon their Lustiest in one kind or other (whither of sensuality, cc r-crq av-j, cc p-acp d njp n2, vvz j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn (cs pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
668 or of covetous, or ambitious hoarding, upon the account of posterity) or for any other end or purpose whatsoever, save only for the strengthning of the hand of the poor, or of covetous, or ambitious hoarding, upon the account of posterity) or for any other end or purpose whatsoever, save only for the strengthening of the hand of the poor, cc pp-f j, cc j n-vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cc p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1 r-crq, vvb av-j c-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
669 and the buying (as it were) of handkerchiefs to wipe away tears from their eyes. and the buying (as it were) of handkerchiefs to wipe away tears from their eyes. cc dt vvg (c-acp pn31 vbdr) pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi av n2 p-acp po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
670 And were rich men as considerate and tender in their ways, as would be their honour and safety to be, it could not lightly but be a question of conscience unto them, And were rich men as considerate and tender in their ways, as would be their honour and safety to be, it could not lightly but be a question of conscience unto them, cc vbdr j n2 p-acp j cc j p-acp po32 n2, c-acp vmd vbi po32 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi, pn31 vmd xx av-j p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
671 whether God would have cast the one half of the abundance upon them, which now they possess, but for the poors sake. whither God would have cast the one half of the abundance upon them, which now they possess, but for the poors sake. cs np1 vmd vhi vvn dt crd n-jn pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq av pns32 vvb, cc-acp p-acp dt ng1 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 53
672 For it is within the compass of the light of Nature to conceive, yea, and to conclude, that God abounds not in things superfluous, perstuous ▪ as he is not deficient in things necessary. For it is within the compass of the Light of Nature to conceive, yea, and to conclude, that God abounds not in things superfluous, perstuous ▪ as he is not deficient in things necessary. p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, uh, cc pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vvz xx p-acp n2 j, j ▪ c-acp pns31 vbz xx j p-acp n2 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
673 So that the superfluity we speak of in mens estates, in the best and truest construction of the providence of God disposing it unto them, appertaineth of right unto those that want, So that the superfluity we speak of in men's estates, in the best and Truest construction of the providence of God disposing it unto them, appertaineth of right unto those that want, av cst dt n1 pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp ng2 n2, p-acp dt js cc js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pn31 p-acp pno32, vvz pp-f j-jn p-acp d cst vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
674 and stand in need, and only a right of a regular disposition of it unto themselves. and stand in need, and only a right of a regular disposition of it unto themselves. cc vvb p-acp n1, cc av-j dt n-jn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp px32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
675 Which right of disposition (to mention this by the way is (I confess) a far higher favour from God, Which right of disposition (to mention this by the Way is (I confess) a Far higher favour from God, r-crq vvi pp-f n1 (pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 vbz (pns11 vvb) dt av-j jc n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
676 and more valuable, then the right of receiving it vested by him in the poor. and more valuable, then the right of receiving it vested by him in the poor. cc av-dc j, cs dt n-jn pp-f vvg pn31 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
677 The Scripture from place to place speaketh according to the tenour of these things, investing the poor and needy with a right and title to the rich mans superfluities, The Scripture from place to place speaks according to the tenor of these things, investing the poor and needy with a right and title to the rich men superfluities, dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vvg dt j cc j p-acp dt n-jn cc n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
678 and declaring the acts of Mercy (usually so called) in these men, are in true consideration, and declaring the acts of Mercy (usually so called) in these men, Are in true consideration, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 (av-j av vvn) p-acp d n2, vbr p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
679 but acts of justice, or of righteousness. but acts of Justice, or of righteousness. cc-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
680 With-hold not good (saith Solomon from those to whom it is due, or (according to the former Translation, better agreeing here with the Hebrew (as the new Translators themselves acknowledge in the margent) from the Owners thereof. Junius and Tremellius translate, ab iis qui opus habent, i. e. from those that have need; Withhold not good (Says Solomon from those to whom it is due, or (according to the former translation, better agreeing Here with the Hebrew (as the new Translators themselves acknowledge in the margin) from the Owners thereof. Junius and Tremellius translate, ab iis qui opus habent, i. e. from those that have need; j xx j (vvz np1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz j-jn, cc (vvg p-acp dt j n1, j vvg av p-acp dt njp (c-acp dt j n2 px32 vvb p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n2 av. np1 cc np1 vvb, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, uh. sy. p-acp d cst vhb n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
681 and gloss the Original expression thus; and gloss the Original expression thus; cc n1 dt j-jn n1 av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
682 cujus [ nimirum cohibiti boni ] Dominum illum efficit necessitate, & te dispensatorem, Deus ▪ i. e. cujus [ Nimirum cohibiti boni ] Dominum Ilum efficit necessitate, & te dispensatorem, Deus ▪ i. e. fw-la [ fw-la fw-la fw-la ] fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la ▪ uh. sy. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
683 Of that good which thou with-holdest, or keepest back, God by his necessity maketh him the master, Of that good which thou with-holdest, or Keepest back, God by his necessity makes him the master, pp-f d j r-crq pns21 j, cc vv2 av, np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31 dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
684 or owner, and thee the steward, or dispenser. or owner, and thee the steward, or dispenser. cc n1, cc pno21 dt n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
685 And upon this account it is (as these Translators likewise give notice, upon the place now touched) that mens alms or works of mercy, are in Scripture called, their justice, or their righteousness . And upon this account it is (as these Translators likewise give notice, upon the place now touched) that men's alms or works of mercy, Are in Scripture called, their Justice, or their righteousness. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz (c-acp d n2 av vvb n1, p-acp dt n1 av vvn) cst ng2 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbr p-acp n1 vvn, po32 n1, cc po32 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
686 Compare Psal. 112. 9. with 2 Cor. 9. 9, 10. He hath dispersed, he hath given unto the poor: NONLATINALPHABET His RIGHTEOUSNESSE remaineth for ever. Compare Psalm 112. 9. with 2 Cor. 9. 9, 10. He hath dispersed, he hath given unto the poor: His RIGHTEOUSNESS remains for ever. vvb np1 crd crd p-acp crd np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt j: po31 n1 vvz p-acp av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 44
687 And so vers. 10. Multiply your seed, and increase the fruits of your RIGHTEOUSNESSE. So Matth. 6. 1. where we read, Take heed you do not your alm• before men, &c. the best Greek Copies, instead of NONLATINALPHABET Alms, read, NONLATINALPHABET, Justice; and Beza rendreth it accordingly; And so vers. 10. Multiply your seed, and increase the fruits of your RIGHTEOUSNESS. So Matthew 6. 1. where we read, Take heed you do not your alm• before men, etc. the best Greek Copies, instead of Alms, read,, justice; and Beza rendereth it accordingly; cc av zz. crd vvb po22 n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po22 n1. av np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vvb, vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx po22 n1 p-acp n2, av dt js jp n2, av pp-f n2, vvb,, n1; cc np1 vvz pn31 av-vvg; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
688 Attendite ne justitiam vestram excerceatis, &c. Yea and Calvin acknowledgeth this reading. Attendite ne justitiam vestram excerceatis, etc. Yea and calvin acknowledgeth this reading. j fw-fr fw-la fw-la n2, av uh cc np1 vvz d n-vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
689 Thus also Deut. 24. 13. Moses from God promiseth or declareth, that the delivering back of the poor mans pledge before the Sun goeth down, shall be RIGHTEOUSNESSE unto him that shall thus deliver it, before the Lord; meaning, that it should be accepted by God as an act of mercy unto the poor. Thus also Deuteronomy 24. 13. Moses from God promises or Declareth, that the delivering back of the poor men pledge before the Sun Goes down, shall be RIGHTEOUSNESS unto him that shall thus deliver it, before the Lord; meaning, that it should be accepted by God as an act of mercy unto the poor. av av np1 crd crd np1 p-acp np1 vvz cc vvz, cst dt n-vvg av pp-f dt j ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp, vmb vbi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vmb av vvb pn31, p-acp dt n1; vvg, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
690 So then, rich men, and they who have this worlds goods, and yet shall shut up their compassions against their Brother that standeth in need, are not only uncharitable and unmerciful, So then, rich men, and they who have this world's goods, and yet shall shut up their compassions against their Brother that Stands in need, Are not only uncharitable and unmerciful, av av, j n2, cc pns32 r-crq vhb d ng1 n2-j, cc av vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, vbr xx av-j j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
691 but unjust also, companions of thieves, and these of the worst kind, sacrilegiously with-holding that which God himself hath signally consecrated and set apart for the use and comfort of the poor and indigent of the world. but unjust also, Sodales of thieves, and these of the worst kind, sacrilegiously withholding that which God himself hath signally consecrated and Set apart for the use and Comfort of the poor and indigent of the world. cc-acp j av, n2 pp-f n2, cc d pp-f dt js n1, av-j j cst r-crq np1 px31 vhz av-j vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
692 And since according to our common saying, the Receiver is as bad as the Thief, it is no marvel, that the children and posterity of so many great rich men, receiving estates so desperately incumbred and entangled with that which of right belonged unto other men, And since according to our Common saying, the Receiver is as bad as the Thief, it is no marvel, that the children and posterity of so many great rich men, receiving estates so desperately encumbered and entangled with that which of right belonged unto other men, cc c-acp vvg p-acp po12 j n-vvg, dt n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dx n1, cst dt n2 cc n1 pp-f av d j j n2, vvg n2 av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d r-crq pp-f av-jn vvd p-acp j-jn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
693 and these of that sort of men, whom of all others it is most dangerous to injure or affront (I mean, the poor, whose Protector, and these of that sort of men, whom of all Others it is most dangerous to injure or affront (I mean, the poor, whose Protector, cc d pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pp-f d n2-jn pn31 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi cc n1 (pns11 vvb, dt j, rg-crq n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
694 and Avenger, God hath solemnly declared himself from Heaven) it is no marvel (I say) that the inheritors of such ill-conditioned estates, should reap so little comfort of them, and Avenger, God hath solemnly declared himself from Heaven) it is no marvel (I say) that the inheritors of such illconditioned estates, should reap so little Comfort of them, cc n1, np1 vhz av-j vvn px31 p-acp n1) pn31 vbz dx n1 (pns11 vvb) cst dt n2 pp-f d j n2, vmd vvi av j n1 pp-f pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
695 whilest they keep them, and should so frequently be shaken out of them before they die. whilst they keep them, and should so frequently be shaken out of them before they die. cs pns32 vvb pno32, cc vmd av av-j vbi vvn av pp-f pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 45
696 Let this consideration then be laid to heart with the former, to break that iron sinew of unmercifulness, which is found in the hearts of any of us. Let this consideration then be laid to heart with the former, to break that iron sinew of unmercifulness, which is found in the hearts of any of us. vvb d n1 av vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi d n1 n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d pp-f pno12. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
697 Know ye not (saith the Apostle) that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived &c. And if God be the Avenger of all such, who go beyond, Know you not (Says the Apostle) that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived etc. And if God be the Avenger of all such, who go beyond, vvb pn22 xx (vvz dt n1) d dt j vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? vbb xx vvn av cc cs np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f d d, r-crq vvb p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
698 and defraud their Brother in any thing , (as the holy Ghost pronounceth him to be) and it be a most dreadful thing to fall into the hands of this Avenger, let the consideration be as an alarum from heaven to awaken us throughly unto that great and important duty, whereunto we have been exhorted, to commiserate the indigencies of the poor, and defraud their Brother in any thing, (as the holy Ghost pronounceth him to be) and it be a most dreadful thing to fallen into the hands of this Avenger, let the consideration be as an alarm from heaven to awaken us thoroughly unto that great and important duty, whereunto we have been exhorted, to commiserate the Indigencies of the poor, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n1, (c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi) cc pn31 vbi dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvb dt n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j p-acp cst j cc j n1, c-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
699 and to take them into part and fellowship with us in our comforts. and to take them into part and fellowship with us in our comforts. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 56
700 The duty might be bound upon the consciences of men and women with many more such spiritual bands, as these: The duty might be bound upon the Consciences of men and women with many more such spiritual bans, as these: dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp d dc d j n2, c-acp d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 56
701 but I trust that is, even by these, bound so close and fast upon yours, that it will not break loose from them at any time. FINIS. but I trust that is, even by these, bound so close and fast upon yours, that it will not break lose from them At any time. FINIS. cc-acp pns11 vvb cst vbz, av p-acp d, vvn av av-j cc av-j p-acp png22, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1. fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 56

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689 0 The Heathen mans observations, De male quaesitis vix gaudet tertius haeres; an ill-gotten estate seldom comes to the third heir. But Christians may observe, that De male servatis vix, &c An Estate ill kept by him that got it, is commonly dispers'd and va•ished before the third heir os the race comes at it. The Heathen men observations, De male Quaesitis vix Gadet tertius haeres; an ill-gotten estate seldom comes to the third heir. But Christians may observe, that De male servatis vix, etc. an Estate ill kept by him that god it, is commonly dispersed and va•ished before the third heir os the raze comes At it. dt j-jn ng1 n2, fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; dt j n1 av vvz p-acp dt ord n1. p-acp np1 vmb vvi, cst fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la, av dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvd pn31, vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt ord n1 fw-la dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31.
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