The right vvay: or A direction for obtaining good successe in a weighty enterprise. Set out in a sermon preached on the 12th of September, 1648. before the Lords on a day of humiliation for a blessing on a treaty between His Majesties and the Parliaments commissioners. / By W. Gouge.

Gouge, William, 1578-1653
Publisher: Printed by A Miller for Ioshua Kirton at the signe of the Spread Eagle in Pauls Church yard
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1648
Approximate Era: CivilWar
TCP ID: A85486 ESTC ID: R202327 STC ID: G1394
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 The Right Way: OR A DIRECTION FOR Obtaining good Successe in a weighty Enterprise. EZRA 8. 21. The Right Way: OR A DIRECTION FOR Obtaining good Success in a weighty Enterprise. EZRA 8. 21. dt j-jn n1: cc dt n1 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt j n1. np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Then I proclaimed a fast there, at the river Ahava, that we might afflict our selves before our God, to seek of him a right way for us, Then I proclaimed a fast there, At the river Ahava, that we might afflict our selves before our God, to seek of him a right Way for us, av pns11 vvd dt av-j a-acp, p-acp dt n1 np1, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31 dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 and for our little ones, and for all our substance. and for our little ones, and for all our substance. cc p-acp po12 j pi2, cc p-acp d po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 THis text is taken out of the first of those three Historicall books, which the holy Ghost saw meet to be recorded for all ages, concerning the state of the Jewish Church, THis text is taken out of the First of those three Historical books, which the holy Ghost saw meet to be recorded for all ages, Concerning the state of the Jewish Church, d n1 vbz vvn av pp-f dt ord pp-f d crd j n2, r-crq dt j n1 vvd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 after their return from their seventy years captivity under the Babylonians. After their return from their seventy Years captivity under the Babylonians. p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 crd ng2 n1 p-acp dt njp2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 They had three famous Patriots, who each of them one after another, came to Jerusalem for some speciall good to the Church of God. They had three famous Patriots, who each of them one After Another, Come to Jerusalem for Some special good to the Church of God. pns32 vhd crd j n2, r-crq d pp-f pno32 pi p-acp n-jn, vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
6 1. Zerubbabel, to re-edifie the Temple: which, notwithstanding the many impediments which he met withall, at length he effected. 2. Ezra, to reform Religion: 1. Zerubbabel, to re-edify the Temple: which, notwithstanding the many impediments which he met withal, At length he effected. 2. Ezra, to reform Religion: crd np1, p-acp j dt n1: r-crq, p-acp dt d n2 r-crq pns31 vvd av, p-acp n1 pns31 vvd. crd np1, pc-acp vvi n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
7 which notwithstanding the many corruptions he found there, he brought to passe. which notwithstanding the many corruptions he found there, he brought to pass. r-crq p-acp dt d n2 pns31 vvd a-acp, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
8 3. Nehemiah, to make up the wals of their City, for their better safety and security: 3. Nehemiah, to make up the walls of their city, for their better safety and security: crd np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp po32 jc n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
9 which notwithstanding the many oppositions made against him, he accomplished. which notwithstanding the many oppositions made against him, he accomplished. r-crq p-acp dt d n2 vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 2
10 That which is here spoken of in my Text, was done by the second of those Patriots: That which is Here spoken of in my Text, was done by the second of those Patriots: cst r-crq vbz av vvn pp-f p-acp po11 n1, vbds vdn p-acp dt ord pp-f d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 2
11 who was a pious Priest, and a prudent Governour. who was a pious Priest, and a prudent Governor. r-crq vbds dt j n1, cc dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 2
12 That he came to Jerusalem, to reform Religion, and to settle the true worship of God, That he Come to Jerusalem, to reform Religion, and to settle the true worship of God, cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 2
13 and a good government in the Church, is evident by this testimony given unto him, Ezra had prepared his heart, to seek the law of the Lord, and a good government in the Church, is evident by this testimony given unto him, Ezra had prepared his heart, to seek the law of the Lord, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz j p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 vhd vvn po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 2
14 and to doe it, and to teach in Israel statutes and judgements, chap. 7. 10. So much is also evident by that charge which Artaxerxes King of Persia in his letters patents thus gave unto him, Thou art sent to enquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of thy God which is in thine hand, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and Judgments, chap. 7. 10. So much is also evident by that charge which Artaxerxes King of Persiam in his letters patents thus gave unto him, Thou art sent to inquire Concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of thy God which is in thine hand, cc pc-acp vdi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 n2 cc n2, n1 crd crd av d vbz av j p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 n2 av vvd p-acp pno31, pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vvi vvg np1 cc np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 2
15 and to carry the silver and gold which the king and his councellers have freely offered unto the God of Israel; and to carry the silver and gold which the King and his councillors have freely offered unto the God of Israel; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 cc po31 n2 vhb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 2
16 &c. chap. 7. 14, 15, 23. etc. chap. 7. 14, 15, 23. av n1 crd crd, crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 2
17 The end which he aimed at, being a very weighty and worthy end, he prudently useth the best means, that he could finde warranted in Gods Word, The end which he aimed At, being a very weighty and worthy end, he prudently uses the best means, that he could find warranted in God's Word, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, vbg dt av j cc j n1, pns31 av-j vvz dt js n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi vvn p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 2
18 for good successe in his under aking thereabout. That means being here set down in my Text, I passe by all bie passages, for good success in his under aching thereabouts. That means being Here Set down in my Text, I pass by all bye passages, p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 p-acp j-vvg av. d n2 vbg av vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vvb p-acp d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 2
19 and directly come to my Text. The Summe of it is, A Direction for obtaining good success in a weighty enterprise. and directly come to my Text. The Sum of it is, A Direction for obtaining good success in a weighty enterprise. cc av-j vvn p-acp po11 np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, dt n1 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 2
20 I suppose that this generall Summe, doth sufficiently demonstrate how seasonable this Text is for our present occasion: I suppose that this general Sum, does sufficiently demonstrate how seasonable this Text is for our present occasion: pns11 vvb cst d j n1, vdz av-j vvi c-crq j d n1 vbz p-acp po12 j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
21 which is to crave a blessing of God upon the Treaty to be had betwixt his Majesties and our Parliaments Commissioners. which is to crave a blessing of God upon the Treaty to be had betwixt his Majesties and our Parliaments Commissioners. r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp po31 n2 cc po12 n2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 3
22 The first particle in my Text, translated then, is in the Hebrew a copulative conjunction Vau, and. It knitteth together the care that Ezra had in gathering together such persons as were needfull for him, The First particle in my Text, translated then, is in the Hebrew a copulative conjunction Vau, and. It knits together the care that Ezra had in gathering together such Persons as were needful for him, dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvn av, vbz p-acp dt njp dt j n1 np1, cc. pn31 vvz av dt n1 cst np1 vhd p-acp vvg av d n2 c-acp vbdr j p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
23 and might be usefull and helpfull unto him ( verse 18, 19, 20.) and the means which by Gods Word was warranted for procuring a blessing upon their endeavours. and might be useful and helpful unto him (verse 18, 19, 20.) and the means which by God's Word was warranted for procuring a blessing upon their endeavours. cc vmd vbi j cc j p-acp pno31 (n1 crd, crd, crd) cc dt n2 r-crq p-acp npg1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
24 Thus he joyneth humane helps, and divine assistance together. He doth this and that. To omit humane warranted helps, is to tempt God; Thus he Joineth humane helps, and divine assistance together. He does this and that. To omit humane warranted helps, is to tempt God; av pns31 vvz j n2, cc j-jn n1 av. pns31 vdz d cc d. pc-acp vvi j j-vvn n2, vbz pc-acp vvi np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
25 as the devil would have Christ done, when he bid him cast himself down from the pinacle of the Temple, there being ordinary means whereby he might safely descend, Mat. 4. 5, 6. To trust to humane helps without God is to neglect God, and to presume: as the Devil would have christ done, when he bid him cast himself down from the pinnacle of the Temple, there being ordinary means whereby he might safely descend, Mathew 4. 5, 6. To trust to humane helps without God is to neglect God, and to presume: c-acp dt n1 vmd vhi np1 vdn, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 vvi px31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vbg j n2 c-crq pns31 vmd av-j vvi, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp np1 vbz pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
26 as Asa did, 2 Chron. 16. 12. In his disease he sought not to the Lord, but to the Physitians. as Asa did, 2 Chronicles 16. 12. In his disease he sought not to the Lord, but to the Physicians. c-acp np1 vdd, crd np1 crd crd p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
27 Thereby he brought Gods wrath upon himself. Thereby he brought God's wrath upon himself. av pns31 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 3
28 The intendment of the copulative particle in this place is well expressed by this conjunction of time, Then. For he gathered them together that should help him, The intendment of the copulative particle in this place is well expressed by this conjunction of time, Then. For he gathered them together that should help him, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, np1 c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 av cst vmd vvi pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
29 and then, sought a blessing of God. and then, sought a blessing of God. cc av, vvd dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 3
30 When he saw it meet that a Fast should be kept, then he proclaimed it, I proclaimed, saith he. When he saw it meet that a Fast should be kept, then he proclaimed it, I proclaimed, Says he. c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 j cst dt av-j vmd vbi vvn, av pns31 vvd pn31, pns11 vvd, vvz pns31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 3
31 Ezra, who did this, was appointed by the King of Persia, under whose jurisdiction all the Jews then were, to be a Governour: Ezra, who did this, was appointed by the King of Persiam, under whose jurisdiction all the jews then were, to be a Governor: np1, r-crq vdd d, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 d dt np2 av vbdr, pc-acp vbi dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 3
32 For the King appointed him to set other Magistrates over the people. chap. 7. 25. which sheweth that he had authority over them. For the King appointed him to Set other Magistrates over the people. chap. 7. 25. which shows that he had Authority over them. c-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1. n1 crd crd r-crq vvz cst pns31 vhd n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
33 At least he was, under the King, the chief Governour of these Jews that went along with him. At lest he was, under the King, the chief Governor of these jews that went along with him. p-acp cs pns31 vbds, p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f d np2 cst vvd a-acp p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
34 This therefore which here he doth, is an authoritative act. He doth it as a Governour. Governours use to make proclamations. To proclaim implieth two things, This Therefore which Here he does, is an authoritative act. He does it as a Governor. Governors use to make Proclamations. To proclaim Implies two things, np1 av r-crq av pns31 vdz, vbz dt j n1. pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1. n2 vvb pc-acp vvi n2. pc-acp vvi vvz crd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 4
35 1. To give publike notice and warning of a thing to be done. This useth to be done openly by an Herald or publike Crier. 1. To give public notice and warning of a thing to be done. This uses to be done openly by an Herald or public Crier. crd p-acp vvi j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vdn. np1 vvz pc-acp vbi vdn av-j p-acp dt n1 cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 4
36 The hebrew word implieth that it was done by voice, The hebrew word Implies that it was done by voice, dt njp n1 vvz cst pn31 vbds vdn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 4
37 2. To lay a charge upon those to whom that notice is given to observe the same. 2. To lay a charge upon those to whom that notice is given to observe the same. crd p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 4
38 Thus the solemn feasts of the law at their appointed times were proclaimed, Levit. 23. 4. Thus Jehoshaphat proclaimed a fast, 2 Chron. 20.? and the King and people of Nineveh, Jon. 3. 5, 7. Herein wicked Jezabel did impiously imitate a pious practice, 1 King. 21. 9. That which was here proclaimed was a fast. Thus the solemn feasts of the law At their appointed times were proclaimed, Levit. 23. 4. Thus Jehoshaphat proclaimed a fast, 2 Chronicles 20.? and the King and people of Nineveh, Jon. 3. 5, 7. Herein wicked Jezebel did impiously imitate a pious practice, 1 King. 21. 9. That which was Here proclaimed was a fast. av dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 j-vvn n2 vbdr vvn, np1 crd crd av np1 vvn dt n1, crd np1 crd? cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd av j np1 vdd av-j vvi dt j n1, crd n1. crd crd cst r-crq vbds av vvn vbds dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 4
39 A religious fast is a forbearing of bodily refreshments to make one fitter for pious duties. A religious fast is a forbearing of bodily refreshments to make one fitter for pious duties. dt j n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 4
40 A fast is here synecdochically put for praier also. A fast is Here synecdochically put for prayer also. dt n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
41 Thus much is evident, by this phrase added in this direction, To seek of God a right way: Thus much is evident, by this phrase added in this direction, To seek of God a right Way: av d vbz j, p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
42 and by joyning together these two ( verse 23.) We fasted and besought our God for this. and by joining together these two (verse 23.) We fasted and besought our God for this. cc p-acp vvg av d crd (n1 crd) pns12 vvd cc vvd po12 n1 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
43 Oft are these two fasting and praier joyned together, as Nehem. 1. 4. Daniel 9. 3. Luke 2. 37. Mat. 17. 21. Act. 13. 3. & 14. 23. 1 Cor. 7. 5. This word, fast is oft used synecdochically, Oft Are these two fasting and prayer joined together, as Nehemiah 1. 4. daniel 9. 3. Luke 2. 37. Mathew 17. 21. Act. 13. 3. & 14. 23. 1 Cor. 7. 5. This word, fast is oft used synecdochically, av vbr d crd vvg cc n1 vvn av, c-acp np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd n1 crd crd cc crd crd crd np1 crd crd d n1, av-j vbz av vvn av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
44 for praier also, as 2 Chron. 20. 3. Jer. 36. 9. Jonah 3. 6. A fast, simply and singly considered in and by it self, is but such a bodily exercise as profiteth little. for prayer also, as 2 Chronicles 20. 3. Jer. 36. 9. Jonah 3. 6. A fast, simply and singly considered in and by it self, is but such a bodily exercise as profiteth little. p-acp n1 av, c-acp crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt j, av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp cc p-acp pn31 n1, vbz p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp vvz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
45 1 Tim. 4. 8. For as meat commendeth us not to God (1 Cor. 8. 8.) so nor fasting. 1 Tim. 4. 8. For as meat commends us not to God (1 Cor. 8. 8.) so nor fasting. vvn np1 crd crd c-acp p-acp n1 vvz pno12 xx p-acp np1 (crd np1 crd crd) av ccx vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 4
46 But fasting joyned with praier is of singular use (it being rightly and duly used:) and that in three especiall respects: But fasting joined with prayer is of singular use (it being rightly and duly used:) and that in three especial respects: p-acp vvg vvn p-acp n1 vbz pp-f j n1 (pn31 vbg av-jn cc av-jn vvn:) cc cst p-acp crd j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 5
47 1. It's a means of quickning a dull spirit, and rousing up a drousie body. 1. It's a means of quickening a dull Spirit, and rousing up a drowsy body. crd pn31|vbz dt n2 pp-f j-vvg dt j n1, cc j-vvg a-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 5
48 Ye know that eating and drinking use to send vapours into the head which make a man drousie in body, and heavy in spirit. You know that eating and drinking use to send vapours into the head which make a man drowsy in body, and heavy in Spirit. pn22 vvb cst vvg cc vvg n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvb dt n1 j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 5
49 Now fasting preventeth these impediments, and thereupon putteth a kinde of life into a man, and maketh him to pour out his spirit in praier the more ardently. Now fasting preventeth these impediments, and thereupon putteth a kind of life into a man, and makes him to pour out his Spirit in prayer the more ardently. av vvg vvz d n2, cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vv2 pno31 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp n1 dt av-dc av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 5
50 2. It enableth a man to continue longer in his devotion. 2. It enableth a man to continue longer in his devotion. crd pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
51 A man after eating and drinking cannot so long hold out in duties of piety as he that fasteth. A man After eating and drinking cannot so long hold out in duties of piety as he that fasteth. dt n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg vmbx av av-j vvi av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 c-acp pns31 cst vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
52 Besides that time which useth to be spent in eating, drinking, and other refreshments and delights, is by fasting gained for praier and other sacred duties. Beside that time which uses to be spent in eating, drinking, and other refreshments and delights, is by fasting gained for prayer and other sacred duties. p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg, vvg, cc j-jn n2 cc n2, vbz p-acp vvg vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
53 Well observe the most ardent and long continued supplications in Scripture, and you shall finde them supported by fasting. Well observe the most Ardent and long continued supplications in Scripture, and you shall find them supported by fasting. uh-av vvb dt av-ds j cc j j-vvn n2 p-acp n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno32 vvn p-acp vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 5
54 3. Fasting is a visible testification of our ardent praier, and of our earnest desire to obtain that which we pray for: 3. Fasting is a visible testification of our Ardent prayer, and of our earnest desire to obtain that which we pray for: crd vvg vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cc pp-f po12 j n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 5
55 in that, by our voluntary abstaining from our bodily food and other delights of the body, we shew, that we prefer the thing that we pray for, before them. in that, by our voluntary abstaining from our bodily food and other delights of the body, we show, that we prefer the thing that we pray for, before them. p-acp d, p-acp po12 j-jn vvg p-acp po12 j n1 cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb, cst pns12 vvb dt n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 5
56 Yea fasting is not only a testification if our humiliation, but it is a means to humble the soul the more: Yea fasting is not only a testification if our humiliation, but it is a means to humble the soul the more: uh j-vvg vbz xx av-j dt n1 cs po12 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt av-dc: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 5
57 for that is the use of outward rites, both to testifie the inward disposition of the soul, for that is the use of outward Rites, both to testify the inward disposition of the soul, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, av-d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 5
58 and also to help it on the more. and also to help it on the more. cc av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt av-dc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 5
59 The place where this religious duty was performed is first indefinitely set down, under this relative, there. It hath reference to ver. 15. where mention is made of Ezras gathering together such as should go with him to Jerusalem. At that place where they were gathered together, there they kept this fast. The place where this religious duty was performed is First indefinitely Set down, under this relative, there. It hath Referente to for. 15. where mention is made of Ezras gathering together such as should go with him to Jerusalem. At that place where they were gathered together, there they kept this fast. dt n1 c-crq d j n1 vbds vvn p-acp|dt ord av-j vvn a-acp, p-acp d j, a-acp. pn31 vhz n1 p-acp p-acp. crd n1 n1 vbz vvn pp-f npg1 vvg av d c-acp vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp np1. p-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av, a-acp pns32 vvd d av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 5
60 2. In particular this place is set out by a river which ran along by it: 2. In particular this place is Set out by a river which ran along by it: crd p-acp j d n1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
61 for it is here said to be, at the river Ahava. This name is thrice used in this Chapter: for it is Here said to be, At the river Ahava. This name is thrice used in this Chapter: c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi, p-acp dt n1 np1. d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
62 as in this text, in the 15, & 33. verses. as in this text, in the 15, & 33. Verses. a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp dt crd, cc crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
63 We do not elsewhere reade of this name, either in sacred Scripture, or in any other Authour. We do not elsewhere read of this name, either in sacred Scripture, or in any other Author. pns12 vdb xx av vvi pp-f d n1, av-d p-acp j n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
64 The Septuagint translate it, NONLATINALPHABET Some take Ahava to be the name of a Town: The septuagint translate it, some take Ahava to be the name of a Town: dt n1 vvb pn31, d vvb np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
65 and this river to be so called, because it did run to Ahava (as vers. 15.) Many rivers are called by the names of those Towns which they run along by. and this river to be so called, Because it did run to Ahava (as vers. 15.) Many Rivers Are called by the names of those Towns which they run along by. cc d n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn, c-acp pn31 vdd vvi p-acp np1 (c-acp zz. crd) av-d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
66 This may be the same that is by other Authours called Adiava. Josephus in the eleventh book and fifth Chapter of the Antiquities of the Jewes, saith, That this fast was kept by Euphrates. It may be that this river did stream out of Euphrates, or into it, This may be the same that is by other Authors called Adiava. Josephus in the eleventh book and fifth Chapter of the Antiquities of the Jews, Says, That this fast was kept by Euphrates. It may be that this river did stream out of Euphrates, or into it, d vmb vbi dt d cst vbz p-acp j-jn n2 vvn np1. np1 p-acp dt ord n1 cc ord n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt np2, vvz, cst d av-j vbds vvn p-acp np1. pn31 vmb vbi d d n1 vdd vvi av pp-f np1, cc p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
67 as sundry rivers did in sundry places. as sundry Rivers did in sundry places. c-acp j n2 vdd p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 6
68 But not to insist upon the title, certainly the place which is here described by the river, was a fair and fit place for the Israelites to assemble themselves together in: But not to insist upon the title, Certainly the place which is Here described by the river, was a fair and fit place for the Israelites to assemble themselves together in: cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, av-j dt n1 r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, vbds dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi px32 av p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 6
69 like that place which was by a rivers side near to Philippi, where praier was wont to be made by Christians, Act. 16. 13. There were in the Countrey of Babylon many sweet rivers, like that place which was by a Rivers side near to Philippi, where prayer was wont to be made by Christians, Act. 16. 13. There were in the Country of Babylon many sweet Rivers, av-j d n1 r-crq vbds p-acp dt ng1 n1 av-j p-acp np1, c-crq n1 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, n1 crd crd pc-acp vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 6
70 and goodly pastures, yea and woods too. and goodly pastures, yea and woods too. cc j n2, uh cc n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 6
71 Hereunto the Psalmist alludeth, Psal. 137. 1, 2. in these words, By the rivers of Babylon there we sate down, &c. They being many, Hereunto the Psalmist alludeth, Psalm 137. 1, 2. in these words, By the Rivers of Babylon there we sat down, etc. They being many, av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 a-acp pns12 vvd a-acp, av pns32 vbg d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 6
72 and the place convenient, there they perform their solemn sacred duties. The affection of him that praieth is more regarded then the place. and the place convenient, there they perform their solemn sacred duties. The affection of him that Prayeth is more regarded then the place. cc dt n1 j, a-acp pns32 vvb po32 j j n2. dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz vbz av-dc vvn cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 6
73 In passing from the charge to the ends of giving it, we may observe a change of number. In passing from the charge to the ends of giving it, we may observe a change of number. p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg pn31, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 6
74 The charge about such a thing is thus set down in the singular number, I praclaimed: But the expression of the ends in the plurall, The charge about such a thing is thus Set down in the singular number, I praclaimed: But the expression of the ends in the plural, dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvd: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 6
75 thus, That WEE might afflict OVR selves, &c. The former act of proclaiming the fast, belonged only to the chief Governour, which at that time Ezra was to those Jews: thus, That we might afflict OUR selves, etc. The former act of proclaiming the fast, belonged only to the chief Governor, which At that time Ezra was to those jews: av, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2, av dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt av-j, vvd av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq p-acp d n1 np1 vbds p-acp d np2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
76 but the later acts, of afflicting themselves, and seeking of God a right way, were common duties appertaining to them all; but the later acts, of afflicting themselves, and seeking of God a right Way, were Common duties appertaining to them all; cc-acp dt jc n2, pp-f vvg px32, cc vvg pp-f np1 dt j-jn n1, vbdr j n2 vvg p-acp pno32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
77 and for the good of them all: and for the good of them all: cc p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
78 In which respect the number is justly and fitly altered, and these plurals used, WE, OVR, VS. In which respect the number is justly and fitly altered, and these plurals used, WE, OVER, US. p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn, cc d n2-j vvn, pns12, np1, pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 7
79 That which is here set down as one end of their fasting, in this phrase, That we might afflict ourselves, sheweth the extent of a true fast. That which is Here Set down as one end of their fasting, in this phrase, That we might afflict ourselves, shows the extent of a true fast. cst r-crq vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp crd n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg, p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi px12, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
80 It must be a fast that may be felt: It must be a fast that may be felt: pn31 vmb vbi dt av-j cst vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
81 and that so farre, as they who keep it, may finde and feel a want of that which they have forborn. and that so Far, as they who keep it, may find and feel a want of that which they have forborn. cc cst av av-j, c-acp pns32 r-crq vvb pn31, vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
82 This may be one branch of a Christians self-deniall, voluntarily to forbear that which nature requires, This may be one branch of a Christians self-denial, voluntarily to forbear that which nature requires, d vmb vbi crd n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1, av-jn pc-acp vvi d r-crq n1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
83 and not to afford unto it that which it craveth. Afflicting themselves here meant, extendeth both to mens bodies, and also to their souls: and not to afford unto it that which it craves. Afflicting themselves Here meant, extendeth both to men's bodies, and also to their Souls: cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 d r-crq pn31 vvz. vvg px32 av vvd, vvz d p-acp ng2 n2, cc av p-acp po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
84 For a mens self doth not consist of body only. For a men's self does not consist of body only. c-acp dt ng2 n1 vdz xx vvi pp-f n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
85 This extent of a fast is by the law thus expressed, Ye shall afflict your souls, Levit. 16. 29. The body is afflicted, This extent of a fast is by the law thus expressed, You shall afflict your Souls, Levit. 16. 29. The body is afflicted, d n1 pp-f dt j vbz p-acp dt n1 av vvn, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
86 when it is denied necessaries, so much and so long as it is very sensible of the want thereof: when it is denied necessaries, so much and so long as it is very sensible of the want thereof: c-crq pn31 vbz vvn n2-j, av av-d cc av av-j c-acp pn31 vbz av j pp-f dt n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
87 by a sympathy the soul also may therewith be afflicted. by a Sympathy the soul also may therewith be afflicted. p-acp dt n1 dt n1 av vmb av vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
88 But the soul is further afflicted, when it is grieved and disquieted upon the apprehension of Gods displeasure and wrath for sin, But the soul is further afflicted, when it is grieved and disquieted upon the apprehension of God's displeasure and wrath for since, p-acp dt n1 vbz jc vvn, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
89 yea and for offending his fatherly goodnes: and is thereupon deeply humbled and cast down. yea and for offending his fatherly Goodness: and is thereupon deeply humbled and cast down. uh cc p-acp vvg po31 j n1: cc vbz av av-jn vvn cc vvd a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
90 By this kinde of afflicting ones self, the body is kept under and brought into subjection, I keep under my body and bring it into subjection, saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 9. 27. Here he useth two words which carry much emphasis, NONLATINALPHABET, I keep under, and NONLATINALPHABET, I bring into subjection. By this kind of afflicting ones self, the body is kept under and brought into subjection, I keep under my body and bring it into subjection, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 9. 27. Here he uses two words which carry much emphasis,, I keep under, and, I bring into subjection. p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg pig n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp n1, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av pns31 vvz crd n2 r-crq vvb d n1,, pns11 vvb p-acp, cc, pns11 vvb p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
91 The former word is taken from a Champion or Wrestler that striveth for the mastery: The former word is taken from a Champion or Wrestler that striveth for the mastery: dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 7
92 for it hath reference to the 25. verse, where mention is made of men that strive for the mastery. for it hath Referente to the 25. verse, where mention is made of men that strive for the mastery. c-acp pn31 vhz n1 p-acp dt crd n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn pp-f n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
93 The later word hath reference to Masters that prudently keep their servants under, especially when they begin to wax insolent or wanton. The later word hath Referente to Masters that prudently keep their Servants under, especially when they begin to wax insolent or wanton. dt jc n1 vhz n1 p-acp n2 cst av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp, av-j c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi j cc j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
94 By the body he means the old man, which is called a body of sin, Rom. 6. 6. and the flesh which lusteth against the spirit, Gal. 5. 17. By the body he means the old man, which is called a body of since, Rom. 6. 6. and the Flesh which Lusteth against the Spirit, Gal. 5. 17. p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 8
95 Quest. Doth not this seem to justifie that which the Apostle condemneth in this phrase, NONLATINALPHABET, neglecting or nor sparing the body? Col. 2. 23. Answ. Surely no. Quest. Does not this seem to justify that which the Apostle Condemneth in this phrase,, neglecting or nor sparing the body? Col. 2. 23. Answer Surely no. n1. vdz xx d vvi pc-acp vvi d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1,, vvg cc ccx vvg dt n1? np1 crd crd np1 av-j av-dx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 8
96 There is a great deal of difference betwixt the Apostles minde and meaning in the one and in the other place. For There is a great deal of difference betwixt the Apostles mind and meaning in the one and in the other place. For pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd cc p-acp dt j-jn n1. p-acp (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 8
97 1. In the former place the word body is taken figuratively as was observed before. In the later, properly. 1. In the former place the word body is taken figuratively as was observed before. In the later, properly. crd p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 n1 vbz vvn av-j a-acp vbds vvn a-acp. p-acp dt jc, av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 8
98 2. In the former place, a man is only restrained from such things as might please the body, 2. In the former place, a man is only restrained from such things as might please the body, crd p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vmd vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 8
99 but be a prejudice to the soul. In the later the nature of man is weakned. but be a prejudice to the soul. In the later the nature of man is weakened. cc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt jc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 8
100 3. The beating down, mentioned in the former place better enableth a man to holy duties: 3. The beating down, mentioned in the former place better enableth a man to holy duties: crd dt n-vvg a-acp, vvn p-acp dt j n1 av-jc vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 8
101 but neglecting the body, in the later place, doth oft disinable him therunto. but neglecting the body, in the later place, does oft disinable him thereunto. cc-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt jc n1, vdz av j pno31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 8
102 4. The former is warranted by Gods Word, and required therein, Ephes. 4. 22. The later is from mans vain invention. 4. The former is warranted by God's Word, and required therein, Ephesians 4. 22. The later is from men vain invention. crd dt j vbz vvn p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvd av, np1 crd crd dt jc vbz p-acp ng1 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 8
103 5. The former is a matter of truth and sincerity: the later of hypocrisie and superstition. 5. The former is a matter of truth and sincerity: the later of hypocrisy and Superstition. crd dt j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: dt jc pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 8
104 In a word, by keeping the body under the corrupt flesh is tamed: and yet the strength of a mans outward body not impaired: In a word, by keeping the body under the corrupt Flesh is tamed: and yet the strength of a men outward body not impaired: p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn: cc av dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n1 xx vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 8
105 but by neglecting the body, a mans outward body consisting of flesh and bone is weakned, but by neglecting the body, a men outward body consisting of Flesh and bone is weakened, cc-acp p-acp vvg dt n1, dt ng1 j n1 vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 8
106 and yet the corrupt flesh not subdued. and yet the corrupt Flesh not subdued. cc av dt j n1 xx vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 8
107 The afflicting of themselves mentioned in my text is a branch of that holy revenge, which is reckoned up among the fruits of godly sorrow, 2 Cor. 7. 11. and it is an evidence of a broken spirit and contrite heart, which David stileth the sacrifices of God, which he will not despise, Psal. 51. 17. The afflicting of themselves mentioned in my text is a branch of that holy revenge, which is reckoned up among the fruits of godly sorrow, 2 Cor. 7. 11. and it is an evidence of a broken Spirit and contrite heart, which David styleth the Sacrifices of God, which he will not despise, Psalm 51. 17. dt vvg pp-f px32 vvn p-acp po11 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f cst j vvi, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, crd np1 crd crd cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 cc j n1, r-crq np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 9
108 Because hypocrites in an apish imitation of the upright, plead that they afflict their souls, Isa. 58. 3. it is here required that it be done before God. Now all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him (Heb. 4. 13.) As a beast cut up, is in all the inward parts and intrals opened before the Butcher: Because Hypocrites in an apish imitation of the upright, plead that they afflict their Souls, Isaiah 58. 3. it is Here required that it be done before God. Now all things Are naked and opened unto the eyes of him (Hebrew 4. 13.) As a beast Cut up, is in all the inward parts and entrails opened before the Butcher: p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j, vvi cst pns32 vvb po32 n2, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz av vvn cst pn31 vbb vdn p-acp np1. av d n2 vbr j cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31 (np1 crd crd) p-acp dt n1 vvn a-acp, vbz p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 9
109 or an anatomy before the Chyrurgion: So are all the things of a man without and within, known unto God. or an anatomy before the Chirurgeon: So Are all the things of a man without and within, known unto God. cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1: av vbr d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp cc a-acp, vvn p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 9
110 God discerneth our secret thoughts and inward disposition, Thou understandeth my thoughts afarre off, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 139. 2. It is proper to God alone to search the heart and try the reins, Jer. 17. 10. That therefore is said to be-done before God, which is done from the heart, inwardly, sincerely. God discerneth our secret thoughts and inward disposition, Thou understands my thoughts afar off, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 139. 2. It is proper to God alone to search the heart and try the reins, Jer. 17. 10. That Therefore is said to be-done before God, which is done from the heart, inwardly, sincerely. np1 vvz po12 j-jn n2 cc j n1, pns21 vvz po11 n2 av a-acp, vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvi dt n2, np1 crd crd cst av vbz vvn p-acp j p-acp np1, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, av-j, av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 9
111 This the servants of God doe the rather, because God is their God in an especiall manner. This the Servants of God do the rather, Because God is their God in an especial manner. d dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb dt av-c, p-acp np1 vbz po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 9
112 Before OVR God, saith this holy Priest and servant of God. Indeed the Lord is a supream Sovereign over all. Before OUR God, Says this holy Priest and servant of God. Indeed the Lord is a supreme Sovereign over all. p-acp po12 np1, vvz d j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. np1 dt n1 vbz dt j n-jn p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 9
113 All are his servants, Psal. 119. 91. yet the Israel of God, the Church of God is a chosen Generation, a royall Priesthood, All Are his Servants, Psalm 119. 91. yet the Israel of God, the Church of God is a chosen Generation, a royal Priesthood, d vbr po31 n2, np1 crd crd av dt np1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 9
114 an holy Nation, a peculiar People, 1 Pet. 2. 9. Who now should doe, that which they undertake, before God, if not they, who have a speciall right to say of him, OVR God? This right they have by vertue of their union with Christ: an holy nation, a peculiar People, 1 Pet. 2. 9. Who now should do, that which they undertake, before God, if not they, who have a special right to say of him, OUR God? This right they have by virtue of their Union with christ: dt j n1, dt j n1, vvn np1 crd crd r-crq av vmd vdi, cst r-crq pns32 vvb, p-acp np1, cs xx pns32, r-crq vhb dt j n-jn pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, po12 np1? d j-jn pns32 vhb p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 9
115 who thus saith, I ascend unto my Father and your Father, and to my God and your God, Joh. 20. 17. who thus Says, I ascend unto my Father and your Father, and to my God and your God, John 20. 17. r-crq av vvz, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 cc po22 n1, cc p-acp po11 n1 cc po22 n1, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 9
116 Besides by this speciall relation their God, Jehovah, who is the only true God, is distinguished from the gods of the Heathen, Beside by this special Relation their God, Jehovah, who is the only true God, is distinguished from the God's of the Heathen, a-acp p-acp d j n1 po32 n1, np1, r-crq vbz dt j j np1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 10
117 even from idols, Which have mouths but speak not: eyes, but see not: ears, but hear not, &c. Psal. 115. 5, 6, &c. even from Idols, Which have mouths but speak not: eyes, but see not: ears, but hear not, etc. Psalm 115. 5, 6, etc. av p-acp n2, r-crq vhb n2 p-acp vvb xx: n2, cc-acp vvb xx: n2, cc-acp vvb xx, av np1 crd crd, crd, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 10
118 That which followeth in these words, to seek of him, setteth down the most proper end of a Fast, That which follows in these words, to seek of him, sets down the most proper end of a Fast, cst r-crq vvz p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, vvz a-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
119 and of the extent thereof, by afflicting ones self, which is subordinate to seeking of God. To seek of God, is all one as to pray unto God, and call upon him. and of the extent thereof, by afflicting ones self, which is subordinate to seeking of God. To seek of God, is all one as to pray unto God, and call upon him. cc pp-f dt n1 av, p-acp vvg pig n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp vvg pp-f np1. p-acp vvb pp-f np1, vbz d pi a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
120 They are therefore oft joyned together, as synonima, words or phrases of one and the same signification. They Are Therefore oft joined together, as Synonyms, words or phrases of one and the same signification. pns32 vbr av av vvn av, c-acp n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f crd cc dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
121 Ask, and it shall be given you: Ask, and it shall be given you: vvb, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
122 seek, and you shall finde, saith Christ, Mat. 7. 7. I am sought of them that asked not for me, I am found of them that sought me not, saith the Lord, Isa. 65. 1. In these and many other like places, to ask and seek, are put for the same duty, namely, to pray. seek, and you shall find, Says christ, Mathew 7. 7. I am sought of them that asked not for me, I am found of them that sought me not, Says the Lord, Isaiah 65. 1. In these and many other like places, to ask and seek, Are put for the same duty, namely, to pray. vvb, cc pn22 vmb vvi, vvz np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm vvn pp-f pno32 cst vvd xx p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm vvn pp-f pno32 cst vvd pno11 xx, vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d cc d j-jn j n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1, av, pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
123 The Metaphor of seeking implieth a carefull using of means for obtaining that which we desire. The Metaphor of seeking Implies a careful using of means for obtaining that which we desire. dt n1 pp-f vvg vvz dt j vvg pp-f n2 p-acp vvg d r-crq pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
124 In this respect the Church thus saith, I will seek him whom my soul loveth, Cant. 3. 2. In this respect the Church thus Says, I will seek him whom my soul loves, Cant 3. 2. p-acp d n1 dt n1 av vvz, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 r-crq po11 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 10
125 Now because God only could give that which in my text was sought, they make their addresse to God to seek of him. Now Because God only could give that which in my text was sought, they make their address to God to seek of him. av p-acp np1 av-j vmd vvi d r-crq p-acp po11 n1 vbds vvn, pns32 vvb po32 vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 10
126 That which they seek is here in generall said to be A right way. This may be taken literally or metaphorically. That which they seek is Here in general said to be A right Way. This may be taken literally or metaphorically. cst r-crq pns32 vvb vbz av p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1. d vmb vbi vvn av-j cc av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 10
127 According to the letter it implieth a safe and prosperous journey: According to the Letter it Implies a safe and prosperous journey: vvg p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz dt j cc j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 10
128 namely, That the Lord would be pleased so to direct them, as they might not wander out of the way: namely, That the Lord would be pleased so to Direct them, as they might not wander out of the Way: av, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi av pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 10
129 nor by enemies, or any other means forced to fly this way and that way, but that they might safely come to Jerusalem, which was the end of their journey. nor by enemies, or any other means forced to fly this Way and that Way, but that they might safely come to Jerusalem, which was the end of their journey. ccx p-acp n2, cc d j-jn n2 vvd pc-acp vvi d n1 cc d n1, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 10
130 In this sence it is said of God, in relation to his people at another time, He led them forth by the RIGHT WAY, that they might goe to the city of habitation, Psal. 107. 7. That thus much is here intended, is evident by the reason of this Fast, In this sense it is said of God, in Relation to his people At Another time, He led them forth by the RIGHT WAY, that they might go to the City of habitation, Psalm 107. 7. That thus much is Here intended, is evident by the reason of this Fast, p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vvd pno32 av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cst av d vbz av vvn, vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 10
131 thus set down in the next verse, For I was ashamed to require of the King a band of souldiers, thus Set down in the next verse, For I was ashamed to require of the King a band of Soldiers, av vvd a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pns11 vbds j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 11
132 and horsmen, to help us against the enemy in the way. and horsemen, to help us against the enemy in the Way. cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 11
133 Metaphorically a Way is put for a mans conversation or course of life, and this is counted a right way, when it is ordered according to the rule of righteousnesse which is Gods Word. Metaphorically a Way is put for a men Conversation or course of life, and this is counted a right Way, when it is ordered according to the Rule of righteousness which is God's Word. av-j dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz vvn dt j-jn n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 11
134 To this purpose the Psalmist thus praieth, Make me to understand the way of thy precepts: To this purpose the Psalmist thus Prayeth, Make me to understand the Way of thy Precepts: p-acp d n1 dt n1 av vvz, vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 11
135 And thus promiseth, I will runne the way of thy commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my heart, Ps. 119. 27, 32. This way is called a good way, Jer. 6. 16. and a perfect way, Ps. 101. 2, 6. And thus promises, I will run the Way of thy Commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my heart, Ps. 119. 27, 32. This Way is called a good Way, Jer. 6. 16. and a perfect Way, Ps. 101. 2, 6. cc av vvz, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi po11 n1, np1 crd crd, crd d n1 vbz vvn dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 11
136 Though the literall sence of a prosperous journey be here especially intended: Though the literal sense of a prosperous journey be Here especially intended: cs dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbb av av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 11
137 yet it may also be extended to the metaphoricall sence of a good course of life. yet it may also be extended to the metaphorical sense of a good course of life. av pn31 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 11
138 That which they here seek, they seek for many. 1. For themselves. For VS, say they; That which they Here seek, they seek for many. 1. For themselves. For US, say they; cst r-crq pns32 av vvb, pns32 vvb p-acp d. crd p-acp px32. p-acp pno12, vvb pns32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 11
139 for every one is his own keeper, and hath a charge of himself: every one must care for himself and for his own welfare: for every one is his own keeper, and hath a charge of himself: every one must care for himself and for his own welfare: c-acp d pi vbz po31 d n1, cc vhz dt n1 pp-f px31: d pi vmb vvi p-acp px31 cc p-acp po31 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 11
140 and every one is to give an account of himself to God, Rom. 14. 12. 2. They seek a right way for their little ones. Hereby are meant their children: and every one is to give an account of himself to God, Rom. 14. 12. 2. They seek a right Way for their little ones. Hereby Are meant their children: cc d pi vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd crd pns32 vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp po32 j pi2. av vbr vvn po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 11
141 such as could not seek their own good. such as could not seek their own good. d c-acp vmd xx vvi po32 d j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 11
142 The Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET taph, is indeed of the singular number, and never used in the plurall, The Hebrew word taph, is indeed of the singular number, and never used in the plural, dt njp n1 n1, vbz av pp-f dt j n1, cc av-x vvn p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 11
143 yet translated in the plurall, little ones: for it is a collective word, and signifieth a company of children, yet translated in the plural, little ones: for it is a collective word, and signifies a company of children, av vvn p-acp dt j, j pi2: p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 11
144 and of such as can scarce go. Or if they do go, they do it weakly and staggeringly. They waddle, as we speak. and of such as can scarce go. Or if they do go, they do it weakly and staggeringly. They waddle, as we speak. cc pp-f d c-acp vmb av-j vvi. cc cs pns32 vdb vvi, pns32 vdb pn31 av-j cc av-vvg. pns32 vvi, c-acp pns12 vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 11
145 The verb that cometh from the same root, is applied to the gate of haughty women, The verb that comes from the same root, is applied to the gate of haughty women, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt d n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 11
146 and thus translated, Mincing as they go, or tripping nicely, Isa. 3. 16. The children comprised under the Hebrew word, were such as they, of whom God thus saith, There are more then six score thousand persons, that cannot discern betwixt their right hand and their left, Jon. 4. 11. They that were of age and understanding, and thus translated, Mincing as they go, or tripping nicely, Isaiah 3. 16. The children comprised under the Hebrew word, were such as they, of whom God thus Says, There Are more then six score thousand Persons, that cannot discern betwixt their right hand and their left, Jon. 4. 11. They that were of age and understanding, cc av vvn, vvg c-acp pns32 vvb, cc vvg av-j, np1 crd crd dt n2 vvn p-acp dt njp n1, vbdr d c-acp pns32, pp-f ro-crq np1 av vvz, pc-acp vbr dc cs crd n1 crd n2, cst vmbx vvi p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc po32 j, np1 crd crd pns32 cst vbdr pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 12
147 whether male or female, Governours or under government, joyned all together in the Fast, and are comprised under this particle VS. But the little ones, who could not joyn with them in that holy duty, are here distinguished from them, and are praied for. whither male or female, Governors or under government, joined all together in the Fast, and Are comprised under this particle US. But the little ones, who could not join with them in that holy duty, Are Here distinguished from them, and Are prayed for. cs j-jn cc j-jn, n2 cc p-acp n1, vvn d av p-acp dt av-j, cc vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pno12. p-acp dt j pi2, r-crq vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1, vbr av vvn p-acp pno32, cc vbr vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 12
148 3. With little ones they joyn all their substance. That also they pray for. 3. With little ones they join all their substance. That also they pray for. crd p-acp j pi2 pns32 vvb d po32 n1. cst av pns32 vvb p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
149 Under this phrase, All our substance, cattell of all sorts are comprised, as bullocks, kine, horses, camels, asses, sheep, goats, Under this phrase, All our substance, cattle of all sorts Are comprised, as bullocks, kine, Horses, Camels, asses, sheep, Goats, p-acp d n1, d po12 n1, n2 pp-f d n2 vbr vvn, c-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n1, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
150 even all kinde of living and unreasonable creatures, that they carried with them, and were for their use: even all kind of living and unreasonable creatures, that they carried with them, and were for their use: av d n1 pp-f vvg cc j n2, cst pns32 vvd p-acp pno32, cc vbdr p-acp po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
151 and all manner of houshold stuff, and other goods that they had; and all manner of household stuff, and other goods that they had; cc d n1 pp-f n1 n1, cc n-jn n2-j cst pns32 vhd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
152 even the silver and the gold, and vessels that were given to the use of the Temple, whereof mention is made, chap. 7. 15, 16. &c. The hebrew word is NONLATINALPHABET recush. It useth to be distinguished from souls: namely, from persons that had reasonable souls: even the silver and the gold, and vessels that were given to the use of the Temple, whereof mention is made, chap. 7. 15, 16. etc. The hebrew word is recush. It uses to be distinguished from Souls: namely, from Persons that had reasonable Souls: av dt n1 cc dt n1, cc n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, n1 crd crd, crd av dt njp n1 vbz vvi. pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2: av, p-acp n2 cst vhd j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
153 as Gen. 12. 5. where it is said, That Abram took Lot and all their substance, as Gen. 12. 5. where it is said, That Abram took Lot and all their substance, c-acp np1 crd crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vvd n1 cc d po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
154 and the souls that they had gotten: and the Souls that they had got: cc dt n2 cst pns32 vhd vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
155 and Gen. 14. 21. where the King of Sodom said unto Abram, Give me the persons (heb. and Gen. 14. 21. where the King of Sodom said unto Abram, Give me the Persons (Hebrew. cc np1 crd crd n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb pno11 dt n2 (n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
156 souls) and take the goods (heb. substance) to thy self. Souls) and take the goods (Hebrew. substance) to thy self. n2) cc vvb dt n2-j (n1. n1) p-acp po21 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
157 Thus these Jews extended their humble and earnest supplication unto God, not only for themselves and their children, Thus these jews extended their humble and earnest supplication unto God, not only for themselves and their children, av d np2 vvn po32 j cc j n1 p-acp np1, xx av-j p-acp px32 cc po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 12
158 but also for their outward estate: even their temporall and worldly commodities. This of the meaning of the words. but also for their outward estate: even their temporal and worldly commodities. This of the meaning of the words. cc-acp av c-acp po32 j n1: av po32 j cc j n2. d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 12
159 The logicall resolution of them follows. The logical resolution of them follows. dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 12
160 The Summe of the text being as you heard, A Direction for obtaining good success in a weighty enterprise, Two generall points are especially set down therein. The Sum of the text being as you herd, A Direction for obtaining good success in a weighty enterprise, Two general points Are especially Set down therein. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg p-acp pn22 vvd, dt n1 p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp dt j n1, crd j n2 vbr av-j vvn a-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 12
161 1. The Means used, which was a Fast. 2, The Ends why the means were used. 1. The Means used, which was a Fast. 2, The Ends why the means were used. crd dt n2 vvn, r-crq vbds dt av-j. crd, dt vvz c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 13
162 About the means there is expressed, 1. A Preparation thereunto. 2. The Execution thereof. The Preparation was by a Proclamation. About the means there is expressed, 1. A Preparation thereunto. 2. The Execution thereof. The Preparation was by a Proclamation. p-acp dt n2 a-acp vbz vvn, crd dt n1 av. crd dt n1 av. dt n1 vbds p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 13
163 The Execution is set down, vers. 23. The Proclamation is amplified, 1. By the Person that caused it: The Execution is Set down, vers. 23. The Proclamation is amplified, 1. By the Person that caused it: dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, fw-la. crd dt n1 vbz vvn, crd p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 13
164 I proclaimed it, saith the Governour. 2. By the Place where the means was appointed to be used, and that I proclaimed it, Says the Governor. 2. By the Place where the means was appointed to be used, and that pns11 vvd pn31, vvz dt n1. crd p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, cc cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 13
165 1. In generall, in this relative particle, there. 2. In particular, At the river Ahava. The Ends were two. 1. In general, in this relative particle, there. 2. In particular, At the river Ahava. The Ends were two. crd p-acp n1, p-acp d j n1, a-acp. crd p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 np1. dt n2 vbdr crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 13
166 One subordinate, That we might afflict our selves. Here the particles of the plurall number WEE, OVR, are remarkable. One subordinate, That we might afflict our selves. Here the particles of the plural number we, OVER, Are remarkable. crd j, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2. av dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pns12, np1, vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 13
167 The other end is the most principall, To seek of God. The other end is the most principal, To seek of God. dt j-jn n1 vbz dt av-ds j-jn, pc-acp vvi pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 13
168 The former is amplified by the Person before whom they afflicted themselves, who is stiled their God: Before our God. The former is amplified by the Person before whom they afflicted themselves, who is styled their God: Before our God. dt j vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd px32, r-crq vbz vvn po32 n1: p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 13
169 The later is amplified by the subject matter that they sought, A right way: and by the Objects for which they sought it. The later is amplified by the Subject matter that they sought, A right Way: and by the Objects for which they sought it. dt jc vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst pns32 vvd, dt j-jn n1: cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 13
170 The Objects were of two kindes. 1. Persons. Themselves, and their little ones. 2. Things. All their substance. The Objects were of two Kinds. 1. Persons. Themselves, and their little ones. 2. Things. All their substance. dt n2 vbdr pp-f crd n2. crd np1. px32, cc po32 j pi2. crd n2. d po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 13
171 Theologicall Observations hence arising are these, Theological Observations hence arising Are these, np1 n2 av vvg vbr d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 13
172 1. From the Person that enjoyned all, I observe, That Publike duties must have their sanction from publike Governours. 1. From the Person that enjoined all, I observe, That Public duties must have their sanction from public Governors. crd p-acp dt n1 cst vvd d, pns11 vvb, cst j n2 vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 13
173 To such Governours it belongeth to observe the passages of Gods providence, and to consider what warrantable publike duties are by the direction of Gods Word called for, at such and such times, To such Governors it belongeth to observe the passages of God's providence, and to Consider what warrantable public duties Are by the direction of God's Word called for, At such and such times, p-acp d n2 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq j j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvn p-acp, p-acp d cc d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 14
174 and thereupon to enjoyn a publike observation of such duties: to give warrant and liberty for performing them: and thereupon to enjoin a public observation of such duties: to give warrant and liberty for performing them: cc av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n2: pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 14
175 and to see them duly done. 2. From the Proclamation I infer, That Warning is to be given before hand of publike, solemn, sacred duties. and to see them duly done. 2. From the Proclamation I infer, That Warning is to be given before hand of public, solemn, sacred duties. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jn vdn. crd p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvb, cst vvg vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f j, j, j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 14
176 The Proclamation mentioned in the text, was made to give all the people notice and warning of the Fast. The Proclamation mentioned in the text, was made to give all the people notice and warning of the Fast. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d dt n1 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 14
177 This is the rather to be done, that all of all sorts whom it concerneth may from their severall habitations assemble together: This is the rather to be done, that all of all sorts whom it concerns may from their several habitations assemble together: d vbz dt av pc-acp vbi vdn, cst d pp-f d n2 r-crq pn31 vvz vmb p-acp po32 j n2 vvi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 14
178 and that they may have some convenient time to prepare themselves thereto. 3. From the Means here enjoyned, which was a Fast, it is evident, That and that they may have Some convenient time to prepare themselves thereto. 3. From the Means Here enjoined, which was a Fast, it is evident, That cc cst pns32 vmb vhi d j n1 pc-acp vvi px32 av. crd p-acp dt n2 av vvd, r-crq vbds dt j, pn31 vbz j, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 14
179 Fasting is an especiall help to extraordinary praier. Their meeting was to pray. Their fasting to do that duty more powerfully. Fasting is an especial help to extraordinary prayer. Their meeting was to pray. Their fasting to doe that duty more powerfully. vvg vbz dt j n1 p-acp j n1. po32 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi. po32 n-vvg p-acp n1 cst n1 av-dc av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 14
180 Praier is not for fasting, but fasting for praier. It is here said, that they fasted to seek of God a right way: Prayer is not for fasting, but fasting for prayer. It is Here said, that they fasted to seek of God a right Way: n1 vbz xx p-acp vvg, cc-acp vvg p-acp n1. pn31 vbz av vvn, cst pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 14
181 and the issue thereof is thus expressed, vers. 23. So we fasted and besought our God for this, and the issue thereof is thus expressed, vers. 23. So we fasted and besought our God for this, cc dt n1 av vbz av vvn, fw-la. crd av pns12 vvd cc vvd po12 n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 14
182 and he was intreated of us. and he was entreated of us. cc pns31 vbds vvn pp-f pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 14
183 Most of the powerfull and effectuall praiers recorded in Scripture, were poured forth on a day of fast. Most of the powerful and effectual Prayers recorded in Scripture, were poured forth on a day of fast. av-ds pp-f dt j cc j n2 vvn p-acp n1, vbdr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 14
184 Christ saith of a devil, that by no other means can be cast out, that it may be cast out by praier and fasting, Mat. 17. 21. 4. From the Place where this Fast was kept, which was at the river Ahava: an open and common place, never before set apart: It may be inferred, That christ Says of a Devil, that by no other means can be cast out, that it may be cast out by prayer and fasting, Mathew 17. 21. 4. From the Place where this Fast was kept, which was At the river Ahava: an open and Common place, never before Set apart: It may be inferred, That np1 vvz pp-f dt n1, cst p-acp dx j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn av, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1 cc vvg, np1 crd crd crd p-acp dt n1 c-crq d av-j vbds vvn, r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1 np1: dt j cc j n1, av-x a-acp vvd av: pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 14
185 In time of need any convenient place may be taken for duties of piety. In time of need any convenient place may be taken for duties of piety. p-acp n1 pp-f n1 d j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 15
186 I say, in time of need, because when there is free liberty for people to meet together in publike places set apart for publike duties, it is their duty and it will be their wisdome to take such opportunities, I say, in time of need, Because when there is free liberty for people to meet together in public places Set apart for public duties, it is their duty and it will be their Wisdom to take such opportunities, pns11 vvb, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp j n2 vvn av p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz po32 n1 cc pn31 vmb vbi po32 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 15
187 and to make the best use of them that they can. and to make the best use of them that they can. cc pc-acp vvi dt js n1 pp-f pno32 cst pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 15
188 But when such places cannot be conveniently resorted unto, bounden duties are not thereupon to be neglected. But when such places cannot be conveniently resorted unto, bounden duties Are not thereupon to be neglected. p-acp c-crq d n2 vmbx vbi av-j vvn p-acp, vvn n2 vbr xx av pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 15
189 This is to make the substance give place to the circumstance. This is to make the substance give place to the circumstance. d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 15
190 Christs promise of being with his, is thus indefinitely set down, Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them, Mat. 18. 20. Christ promise of being with his, is thus indefinitely Set down, Where two or three Are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them, Mathew 18. 20. npg1 n1 pp-f vbg p-acp po31, vbz av av-j vvn a-acp, c-crq crd cc crd vbr vvn av p-acp po11 n1, a-acp vbm pns11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 15
191 5. From the Persons that observed the duty, set down in the plurall number, under this particle WE, it may be gathered, That 5. From the Persons that observed the duty, Set down in the plural number, under this particle WE, it may be gathered, That crd p-acp dt n2 cst vvd dt n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n1 pns12, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 15
192 For obtaining common and publike blessings, means are joyntly to be used by all whom it concerns. For obtaining Common and public blessings, means Are jointly to be used by all whom it concerns. p-acp vvg j cc j n2, n2 vbr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq pn31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 15
193 The Proclamation here made tended, to that end, namely to gather them all together for performing the duty mentioned. The Proclamation Here made tended, to that end, namely to gather them all together for performing the duty mentioned. dt n1 av vvd vvn, p-acp d n1, av pc-acp vvi pno32 d av p-acp vvg dt n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
194 A little after this, when another occasion of performing a publike duty was given, they were not only by Proclamation summoned together, A little After this, when Another occasion of performing a public duty was given, they were not only by Proclamation summoned together, dt j p-acp d, c-crq j-jn n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1 vbds vvn, pns32 vbdr xx av-j p-acp n1 vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
195 but also a strict penalty was laid upon such as should not come, Chap. 10. 7, 8. By the assembling of many together, men mutually stir up the zeal, but also a strict penalty was laid upon such as should not come, Chap. 10. 7, 8. By the assembling of many together, men mutually stir up the zeal, cc-acp av dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp d c-acp vmd xx vvi, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt vvg pp-f d av, n2 av-j vvi a-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
196 and inflame the affection of one another: and inflame the affection of one Another: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pi j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
197 and when many joyn bodies and spirits in performing one and the same duty of piety together, that duty is the more honourable to God, and when many join bodies and spirits in performing one and the same duty of piety together, that duty is the more honourable to God, cc c-crq d vvb n2 cc n2 p-acp vvg crd cc dt d n1 pp-f n1 av, cst n1 vbz dt av-dc j p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
198 and the more powerfull and prevalent with him. and the more powerful and prevalent with him. cc dt av-dc j cc j p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
199 If God account himself honoured by one mans calling upon him, he is the more honoured by many mens joyning together therein. If God account himself honoured by one men calling upon him, he is the more honoured by many men's joining together therein. cs np1 vvb px31 vvn p-acp crd ng1 vvg p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz dt av-dc vvn p-acp d ng2 vvg av av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 15
200 As the gathering together of many waters makes the stronger stream, and the voices of many together, the louder sound, As the gathering together of many waters makes the Stronger stream, and the voices of many together, the Louder found, p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f d n2 vvz dt jc vvi, cc dt n2 pp-f d av, dt jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 16
201 so the joynt praiers of many. so the joint Prayers of many. av dt j n2 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 16
202 This very reason is pressed in his Majesties Proclamation for a publike generall solemn Fast, July 3. 1625. in these words, In humble hope and confidence, that when both Prince and people together throughout the whole Land, shall joyn in one common and solemn Devotion, of sending up their faithfull and repenting praiers, to Almighty God at one instant of time, the same shall be more available to obtain that mercy, help and comfort from him, which in the present important occasion, this Church and Common-wealth doe stand in need of. This very reason is pressed in his Majesties Proclamation for a public general solemn Fast, July 3. 1625. in these words, In humble hope and confidence, that when both Prince and people together throughout the Whole Land, shall join in one Common and solemn Devotion, of sending up their faithful and repenting Prayers, to Almighty God At one instant of time, the same shall be more available to obtain that mercy, help and Comfort from him, which in the present important occasion, this Church and Commonwealth do stand in need of. d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 j av-j, np1 crd crd p-acp d n2, p-acp j n1 cc n1, cst c-crq d n1 cc n1 av p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb vvi p-acp crd j cc j n1, pp-f vvg a-acp po32 j cc vvg n2, p-acp j-jn np1 p-acp crd n-jn pp-f n1, dt d vmb vbi av-dc j pc-acp vvi d n1, vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq p-acp dt j j n1, d n1 cc n1 vdb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 16
203 6. From the subordinate End, which was to afflict themselves, I gather, That A solemn Fast must be such an one as may be felt. 6. From the subordinate End, which was to afflict themselves, I gather, That A solemn Fast must be such an one as may be felt. crd p-acp dt j vvb, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi px32, pns11 vvb, cst dt j av-j vmb vbi d dt crd c-acp vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 16
204 For this end of old they fasted long. For this end of old they fasted long. p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvd av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
205 Esther required, That they should not eat, nor drink three daies night or day, Esth. 4. 16. In those hot countries, they could longer forbear food, Esther required, That they should not eat, nor drink three days night or day, Esth. 4. 16. In those hight countries, they could longer forbear food, np1 vvd, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, ccx vvb crd ng2 n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d j n2, pns32 vmd av-jc vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
206 then we in these cold countries can; and therefore did forbear till they were afflicted. then we in these cold countries can; and Therefore did forbear till they were afflicted. cs pns12 p-acp d j-jn n2 vmb; cc av vdd vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
207 For this end in Nineveh they restrained even their beasts from fodder and water, Jon. 3. 7. They did also put on sackcloth with ashes, For this end in Nineveh they restrained even their beasts from fodder and water, Jon. 3. 7. They did also put on Sackcloth with Ashes, p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 pns32 vvd av po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vdd av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
208 and lay in sack cloth and ashes, Esth. 4. 1, 3. All this was to afflict themselves the more, and lay in sack cloth and Ashes, Esth. 4. 1, 3. All this was to afflict themselves the more, cc vvd p-acp n1 n1 cc n2, np1 crd crd, crd av-d d vbds pc-acp vvi px32 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
209 and to bring under their bodies. and to bring under their bodies. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
210 If a Fast be discreetly ordered, it will tame the rebellion of the flesh, it will binde and keep in compasse inordinate, If a Fast be discreetly ordered, it will tame the rebellion of the Flesh, it will bind and keep in compass inordinate, cs dt av-j vbi av-j vvn, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
211 and exorbitant motions, and subdue immoderate appetites. and exorbitant motions, and subdue immoderate appetites. cc j n2, cc vvi j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
212 It will so restrain such things as might hinder praier, as the soul will be much more free to flie up aloft. It will so restrain such things as might hinder prayer, as the soul will be much more free to fly up aloft. pn31 vmb av vvi d n2 c-acp vmd vvi n1, c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi av-d av-dc j pc-acp vvi a-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 16
213 7. From the Person before whom they fasted, namely, Before God, I observe, That Duties of piety are to be performed as in Gods presence. 7. From the Person before whom they fasted, namely, Before God, I observe, That Duties of piety Are to be performed as in God's presence. crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd, av, p-acp np1, pns11 vvb, cst n2 pp-f n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 91 Page 16
214 We ought to doe nothing, but as in Gods presence: so, as setting God before us. We ought to do nothing, but as in God's presence: so, as setting God before us. pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi pix, cc-acp c-acp p-acp ng1 n1: av, c-acp vvg np1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
215 The word NONLATINALPHABET hithhalec, whereby Enochs walking before God is set out, Gen. 5. 24. and which is required of Abram, Gen. 17. 1. implieth a constant, continuall setting of God before their eies. The word hithhalec, whereby Enochs walking before God is Set out, Gen. 5. 24. and which is required of Abram, Gen. 17. 1. Implies a constant, continual setting of God before their eyes. dt n1 fw-la, c-crq np1 vvg p-acp np1 vbz vvn av, np1 crd crd cc q-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd crd vvz dt j, j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
216 It is of the seventh hebrew conjugation, which importeth a frequent and constant performing of a thing. It is of the seventh hebrew conjugation, which imports a frequent and constant performing of a thing. pn31 vbz pp-f dt ord njp n1, r-crq vvz dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
217 Learned and judicious Tremellius and Junius translate that word indesinenter ambulare, continually to walk. Learned and judicious Tremellius and Junius translate that word Indesinenter Ambulare, continually to walk. j cc j np1 cc np1 vvb d n1 vvb fw-la, av-j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
218 If we must in every place, and in every duty that we take in hand, do it before God, much more must we so perform duties of piety, which have a kinde of immediate respect unto God, If we must in every place, and in every duty that we take in hand, do it before God, much more must we so perform duties of piety, which have a kind of immediate respect unto God, cs pns12 vmb p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1, vdb pn31 p-acp np1, av-d av-dc vmb pns12 av vvi n2 pp-f n1, q-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
219 and wherein we have immediately to do with him. These are most sincerely to be done, because God beholds the very disposition of men, and wherein we have immediately to do with him. These Are most sincerely to be done, Because God beholds the very disposition of men, cc c-crq pns12 vhb av-j pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31. d vbr av-ds av-j pc-acp vbi vdn, c-acp np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
220 and their purposes while they are in their hearts. and their Purposes while they Are in their hearts. cc po32 n2 cs pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 93 Page 17
221 8. From this speciall note of relation OVR, here applied to God, thus, Before our GOD, it appeareth, That 8. From this special note of Relation OVER, Here applied to God, thus, Before our GOD, it appears, That crd p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 np1, av vvn p-acp np1, av, p-acp po12 np1, pn31 vvz, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 94 Page 17
222 The Lord is in speciall manner the God of his Church. Namely, of those that professe his name and believe on him. The Lord is in special manner the God of his Church. Namely, of those that profess his name and believe on him. dt n1 vbz p-acp j n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av, pp-f d cst vvb po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 95 Page 17
223 Therefore such do not only apply it to themselves, but also others give it unto them: Therefore such do not only apply it to themselves, but also Others give it unto them: av d vdb xx av-j vvi pn31 p-acp px32, cc-acp av n2-jn vvb pn31 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 17
224 as Nebuchadnezzar an Heathen Monarch stiled the Lord, the God of Shadrach, Meshech, and Abednego, Dan. 3. 28. and Darius another Heathen Monarch, said to Daniel, Thy God whom thou servest, &c. Dan. 6. 20. This is a ground of strong confidence to believers. as Nebuchadnezzar an Heathen Monarch styled the Lord, the God of Shadrach, Meshech, and Abednego, Dan. 3. 28. and Darius Another Heathen Monarch, said to daniel, Thy God whom thou servest, etc. Dan. 6. 20. This is a ground of strong confidence to believers. c-acp np1 dt j-jn n1 vvd dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb, cc np1, np1 crd crd cc np1 j-jn j-jn n1, vvd p-acp np1, po21 n1 ro-crq pns21 vv2, av np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 96 Page 17
225 9. From the principall End of the Fast, which was, To seek of God, or to pray to God, it is most manifest, That 9. From the principal End of the Fast, which was, To seek of God, or to pray to God, it is most manifest, That crd p-acp dt j-jn vvb pp-f dt j, r-crq vbds, pc-acp vvi pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 97 Page 17
226 Praier is the most principall means of obtaining blessing blessing from God. This means God himself hath prescribed and enjoyned for that end: Prayer is the most principal means of obtaining blessing blessing from God. This means God himself hath prescribed and enjoined for that end: n1 vbz dt av-ds j-jn n2 pp-f vvg n1 n1 p-acp np1. d n2 np1 px31 vhz vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 98 Page 17
227 There unto hath he made many precious promises. There unto hath he made many precious promises. a-acp p-acp vhz pns31 vvn d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 18
228 Here upon Saints in all ages have used this means, and found it to be effectuall. Here upon Saints in all ages have used this means, and found it to be effectual. av p-acp n2 p-acp d n2 vhb vvn d n2, cc vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 18
229 That which through his grace he promiseth, upon the praiers of his Saints, he performeth. That which through his grace he promises, upon the Prayers of his Saints, he Performeth. d r-crq p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 99 Page 18
230 10. From the subject matter that is desired, which is a right way, it appears, That 10. From the Subject matter that is desired, which is a right Way, it appears, That crd p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst vbz vvn, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 100 Page 18
231 A prosperous journey may be sought of God. Men in their journies are subject to many dangers. A prosperous journey may be sought of God. Men in their journeys Are Subject to many dangers. dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1. n2 p-acp po32 n2 vbr j-jn p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 101 Page 18
232 The divine Providence can keep them fare from all their dangers: The divine Providence can keep them fare from all their dangers: dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi p-acp d po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
233 Yea, he can so order it, that by mistaking of a way, they may avoid some dangerous plots of enemies against them Austine relates a story much tending to that purpose; Yea, he can so order it, that by mistaking of a Way, they may avoid Some dangerous plots of enemies against them Augustine relates a story much tending to that purpose; uh, pns31 vmb av vvi pn31, cst p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi d j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32 np1 vvz dt n1 av-d vvg p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
234 That in his journey he came to a two want way, or to a place which went two waies. That in his journey he Come to a two want Way, or to a place which went two ways. cst p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt crd n1 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
235 In that which led most directly to his journies end, an armed troop of the Donatists lay, to seize upon him; In that which led most directly to his journeys end, an armed troop of the Donatists lay, to seize upon him; p-acp d r-crq vvd ds av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
236 but he ignorantly fell into the other way, whereby he escaped that troop, and going the wrong way, but he ignorantly fell into the other Way, whereby he escaped that troop, and going the wrong Way, cc-acp pns31 av-j vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vvd cst n1, cc vvg dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
237 though farthest about, came safely to his journies end, and praised God for that mistake of his way. though farthest about, Come safely to his journeys end, and praised God for that mistake of his Way. cs js p-acp, vvd av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc vvd np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
238 God giveth to such as seek it of him, Angels to keep them in all their waies, Psal. 91. 11. The Heathen supposed that there were certain gods who directed such as called upon them in their right way, God gives to such as seek it of him, Angels to keep them in all their ways, Psalm 91. 11. The Heathen supposed that there were certain God's who directed such as called upon them in their right Way, np1 vvz p-acp d c-acp vvb pn31 pp-f pno31, n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d po32 n2, np1 crd crd dt j-jn vvn cst pc-acp vbdr j n2 r-crq vvd d c-acp vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
239 and gave them a prosperous journey. and gave them a prosperous journey. cc vvd pno32 dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
240 These they called NONLATINALPHABET But indeed it is Jehovah only that is properly the director of our waies, In all thy waies acknowledge him, These they called But indeed it is Jehovah only that is properly the director of our ways, In all thy ways acknowledge him, np1 pns32 vvd cc-acp av pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp d po21 n2 vvb pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
241 and he shall direct thy paths, Prov. 3. 6. This may also be applied to the methaphoricall interpretation of this phrase, A right way. and he shall Direct thy paths, Curae 3. 6. This may also be applied to the Metaphorical Interpretation of this phrase, A right Way. cc pns31 vmb vvi po21 n2, np1 crd crd d vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 102 Page 18
242 11. From the first sort of Persons for whom they pray, which were themselves, I collect, That 11. From the First sort of Persons for whom they pray, which were themselves, I collect, That crd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n2 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb, r-crq vbdr px32, pns11 vvb, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 103 Page 18
243 Men must especially seek blessing for themselves. Every man is nearest to himself: and a mans self is the rule of the love of his neighbour: Men must especially seek blessing for themselves. Every man is nearest to himself: and a men self is the Rule of the love of his neighbour: n2 vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp px32. d n1 vbz js p-acp px31: cc dt ng1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 104 Page 19
244 for thus saith the Law, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self, Mat. 22. 39. I may make from hence such an inference as the Apostle doth from a Bishops ruling his own house, If a man know not how to rule his own house, for thus Says the Law, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self, Mathew 22. 39. I may make from hence such an Inference as the Apostle does from a Bishops ruling his own house, If a man know not how to Rule his own house, c-acp av vvz dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp av d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp dt ng1 vvg po31 d n1, cs dt n1 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 19
245 how shall he take care of the Church of God? 1 Tim. 3. 5. In like manner if a man know not how to seek his own good, how shall he take care of the Church of God? 1 Tim. 3. 5. In like manner if a man know not how to seek his own good, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? vvn np1 crd crd p-acp j n1 cs dt n1 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 19
246 how shall he take care for the good of others? how shall he take care for the good of Others? q-crq vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt j pp-f n2-jn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 105 Page 19
247 12. From the second sort of Persons, which were their littl ones, I further observe, That 12. From the second sort of Persons, which were their little ones, I further observe, That crd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbdr po32 j pi2, pns11 av-j vvb, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 106 Page 19
248 Blessing is to be sought for our young children. Even for such as cannot seek it for themselves. Blessing is to be sought for our young children. Even for such as cannot seek it for themselves. n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n2. av p-acp d c-acp vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 107 Page 19
249 Their welfare is a means of continuing not the world only, but the Church also in the world. Their welfare is a means of Continuing not the world only, but the Church also in the world. po32 n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f vvg xx dt n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
250 We are mortall, and shall not alwaies abide here to serve the Lord. We Are Mortal, and shall not always abide Here to serve the Lord. pns12 vbr j-jn, cc vmb xx av vvi av pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
251 As our fathers, who served God in their generations, are gone, so shall we after a short time: God knows how soon. As our Father's, who served God in their generations, Are gone, so shall we After a short time: God knows how soon. p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp po32 n2, vbr vvn, av vmb pns12 p-acp dt j n1: np1 vvz c-crq av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
252 But by procuring Gods blessing on our little ones, they may grow up, they may know God and serve him in their generation, But by procuring God's blessing on our little ones, they may grow up, they may know God and serve him in their generation, p-acp p-acp vvg npg1 n1 p-acp po12 j pi2, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp, pns32 vmb vvi np1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
253 after we are taken from them. After we Are taken from them. c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
254 Thus may the eternall God be everlastingly served by mortall men: one generation serving him after another. Thus may the Eternal God be everlastingly served by Mortal men: one generation serving him After Another. av vmb dt j np1 vbb av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n2: crd n1 vvg pno31 p-acp j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
255 To sharpen our praiers, and strengthen our faith in craving a blessing for our little ones, we may plead before God that which God himself sais of the children of the Israelites, that they were born to him, and were his children, Ezek. 16. 20, 21. On this ground, To sharpen our Prayers, and strengthen our faith in craving a blessing for our little ones, we may plead before God that which God himself Says of the children of the Israelites, that they were born to him, and were his children, Ezekiel 16. 20, 21. On this ground, p-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp po12 j pi2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cst r-crq np1 px31 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt np2, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, cc vbdr po31 n2, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
256 though our unworthinesse make us fear that God may curse them rather then blesse them, though our unworthiness make us Fear that God may curse them rather then bless them, cs po12 n1 vvb pno12 vvi cst np1 vmb vvi pno32 av-c av vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
257 because they are ours, yet we may herewith uphold our spirits, that they are Gods children, born to him: Because they Are ours, yet we may herewith uphold our spirits, that they Are God's children, born to him: c-acp pns32 vbr png12, av pns12 vmb av vvi po12 n2, cst pns32 vbr n2 n2, vvn p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
258 and thereupon pray that God for his own sake would blesse them. and thereupon pray that God for his own sake would bless them. cc av vvb cst np1 p-acp po31 d n1 vmd vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 108 Page 19
259 13. From the Things for which God was sought, which are here called, All their substance, it appears, That 13. From the Things for which God was sought, which Are Here called, All their substance, it appears, That crd p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vbds vvn, r-crq vbr av vvn, d po32 n1, pn31 vvz, cst (3) sermon (DIV1) 109 Page 20
260 Blessing may be sought of God for our temporall estate. Blessing may be sought of God for our temporal estate. n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp po12 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 110 Page 20
261 The fourth Petition of the Lords praier ( Give us this day our daily bread, Mat. 6. 11.) giveth evidence to the truth hereof. The fourth Petition of the lords prayer (Give us this day our daily bred, Mathew 6. 11.) gives evidence to the truth hereof. dt ord vvb pp-f dt n2 n1 (vvb pno12 d n1 po12 j n1, np1 crd crd) vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 20
262 Though, through mans ordinary abuse of the goods of this world, Christ stileth them, Mammon of unrighteousnesse, yet he adviseth us to make to our selves friends thereof, Luk. 16. 9. They are necessary for the very being of our bodies. Though, through men ordinary abuse of the goods of this world, christ styleth them, Mammon of unrighteousness, yet he adviseth us to make to our selves Friends thereof, Luk. 16. 9. They Are necessary for the very being of our bodies. cs, p-acp ng1 j n1 pp-f dt n2-j pp-f d n1, np1 vvz pno32, np1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n2 n2 av, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr j p-acp dt j vbg pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 20
263 Life, health, strength, are preserved by them. Life, health, strength, Are preserved by them. n1, n1, n1, vbr vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 20
264 They may be a means of continuing the Ministery of Gods Word and Ordinances among us: They may be a means of Continuing the Ministry of God's Word and Ordinances among us: pns32 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 20
265 and we by them may be many waies helped, even about the service of God. These are the distinct Instructions which this text affordeth. They are many and weighty. and we by them may be many ways helped, even about the service of God. These Are the distinct Instructions which this text affords. They Are many and weighty. cc pns12 p-acp pno32 vmb vbi d n2 vvd, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. d vbr dt j n2 r-crq d n1 vvz. pns32 vbr d cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 111 Page 20
266 It cannot be expected that I should handle them all at this time in any large manner. It cannot be expected that I should handle them all At this time in any large manner. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst pns11 vmd vvi pno32 d p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 20
267 I will therefore collect one generall observation, wherein the main scope and drift of the text shall be set forth: I will Therefore collect one general observation, wherein the main scope and drift of the text shall be Set forth: pns11 vmb av vvi crd j n1, c-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 20
268 and which shall comprise under it, most, if not all, of the points before noted. It is this, and which shall comprise under it, most, if not all, of the points before noted. It is this, cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn31, av-ds, cs xx d, pp-f dt n2 a-acp vvn. pn31 vbz d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 112 Page 20
269 In a matter extraordinary, extraordinary means must be used. In a matter extraordinary, extraordinary means must be used. p-acp dt n1 j, j n2 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 113 Page 20
270 To shew that this doctrine is the main intendment of my text, two things are to be demonstrated. To show that this Doctrine is the main intendment of my text, two things Are to be demonstrated. pc-acp vvi cst d n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1, crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 114 Page 20
271 1. The Case, that it was extraordinary. 2. The Means, that they were extraordinary. Each of these may be made manifest in seven particular branches a piece. 1. The Case, that it was extraordinary. 2. The Means, that they were extraordinary. Each of these may be made manifest in seven particular branches a piece. crd dt n1, cst pn31 vbds j. crd dt n2, cst pns32 vbdr j. d pp-f d vmb vbi vvn j p-acp crd j n2 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 115 Page 20
272 1. These Jews were in a strange land. So is the land of their captivity stiled, Ps. 137. 4. where thus they say, How shall we sing the Lords song in a strange land. 1. These jews were in a strange land. So is the land of their captivity styled, Ps. 137. 4. where thus they say, How shall we sing the lords song in a strange land. crd d np2 vbdr p-acp dt j n1. av vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvd, np1 crd crd n1 av pns32 vvb, c-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 118 Page 20
273 2. They were at this time captives: for notwithstanding this and a former return from the place of their captivity, they were, 2. They were At this time captives: for notwithstanding this and a former return from the place of their captivity, they were, crd pns32 vbdr p-acp d n1 n2-jn: p-acp a-acp d cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vbdr, (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 21
274 even after this, counted and called, children of the captivity, Chap. 10. 7, 16. 3. The name of a Jew, was odious among the Heathen. even After this, counted and called, children of the captivity, Chap. 10. 7, 16. 3. The name of a Jew, was odious among the Heathen. av p-acp d, vvn cc vvn, n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt np1, vbds j p-acp dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 119 Page 21
275 Many envied them for their religion and professions sake. Many envied them for their Religion and professions sake. av-d vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 21
276 When Zerubbabel went to Jerusalem he found adversaries, Ezra 4. 1. when afterward Nehemiah went, he found those who much envied that there was a man come to seek the welfare of the children of Israel, Neh. 2. 10. Haman could suggest to the King of Persia, That the laws of the Jews were divers from all people, When Zerubbabel went to Jerusalem he found Adversaries, Ezra 4. 1. when afterwards Nehemiah went, he found those who much envied that there was a man come to seek the welfare of the children of Israel, Neh 2. 10. Haman could suggest to the King of Persiam, That the laws of the jews were diverse from all people, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1 pns31 vvd n2, np1 crd crd c-crq av np1 vvd, pns31 vvd d r-crq d vvd cst pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n2 pp-f dt np2 vbdr j p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 21
277 and that it was not for the Kings profit to suffer them, Esth. 3. 8. Yea many laid wait for Ezra and his company in the way, vers. 31. and that it was not for the Kings profit to suffer them, Esth. 3. 8. Yea many laid wait for Ezra and his company in the Way, vers. 31. cc cst pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd crd uh d vvn n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 120 Page 21
278 4. They had no outward guard of horse or foot, for Ezra was ashamed to require of the King a band of souldiers and horsmen to help them against the enemy in the way, 4. They had no outward guard of horse or foot, for Ezra was ashamed to require of the King a band of Soldiers and horsemen to help them against the enemy in the Way, crd pns32 vhd dx j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 21
279 because they had spoken unto the King, saying, The hand of our God is upon all them for good, that seek him, vers. 22. Thus they engaged Gods honour in this case, which maketh it the more extraordinary. Because they had spoken unto the King, saying, The hand of our God is upon all them for good, that seek him, vers. 22. Thus they engaged God's honour in this case, which makes it the more extraordinary. c-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz p-acp d pno32 p-acp j, cst vvb pno31, fw-la. crd av pns32 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz pn31 dt av-dc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 121 Page 21
280 5. Of themselves they could not go the right way. Their seeking this of God implies as much. 5. Of themselves they could not go the right Way. Their seeking this of God Implies as much. crd pp-f px32 pns32 vmd xx vvi dt j-jn n1. po32 vvg d pp-f np1 vvz a-acp av-d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 122 Page 21
281 6. They had the care of many little ones lying upon them. This made their case the more difficult. 6. They had the care of many little ones lying upon them. This made their case the more difficult. crd pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f d j pi2 vvg p-acp pno32. np1 vvd po32 n1 dt av-dc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 123 Page 21
282 7. They had a great charge with them: as their own cattel and goods: 7. They had a great charge with them: as their own cattle and goods: crd pns32 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno32: c-acp po32 d n2 cc n2-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 21
283 and a great summe of silver and gold, which the King and his Councellours had freely offered unto the God of Israel: and a great sum of silver and gold, which the King and his Counsellors had freely offered unto the God of Israel: cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 cc po31 n2 vhd av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 21
284 and store of vessels for the service of God, v. 33. Chap. 7. 15. and store of vessels for the service of God, v. 33. Chap. 7. 15. cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 124 Page 21
285 Do not all these particular circumstances make their present case to be more then an ordinary case? Do not all these particular Circumstances make their present case to be more then an ordinary case? vdb xx d d j n2 vvb po32 j n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc cs dt j n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 125 Page 21
286 Answerably the means which they used were extraordinary: as is evident by a like number of particular instances. Answerably the means which they used were extraordinary: as is evident by a like number of particular instances. av-j dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvd vbdr j: c-acp vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 126 Page 22
287 1. A publike Proclamation was made to call them all together, and to give them warning before hand that they might come prepared. 1. A public Proclamation was made to call them all together, and to give them warning before hand that they might come prepared. crd dt j n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 d av, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vvg p-acp n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 22
288 Proclamations use not to be made but in weighty matters. 2. A Fast was enjoyned. Fasting hath been before noted to be an extraordinary act of piety. Proclamations use not to be made but in weighty matters. 2. A Fast was enjoined. Fasting hath been before noted to be an extraordinary act of piety. n2 vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp j n2. crd dt av-j vbds vvn. vvg vhz vbn a-acp vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 127 Page 22
289 3. For want of a Synagogue, or a Temple, they continue their fast in the open air by a river side. This was more then usuall. 3. For want of a Synagogue, or a Temple, they continue their fast in the open air by a river side. This was more then usual. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 n1. d vbds av-dc cs j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 129 Page 22
290 4. They extend their fast to afflict themselves, that they might sensibly feel it. 5. They do it not in appearance only, but really, in truth before God. 4. They extend their fast to afflict themselves, that they might sensibly feel it. 5. They do it not in appearance only, but really, in truth before God. crd pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp vvb px32, cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi pn31. crd pns32 vdb pn31 xx p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 130 Page 22
291 6. They do not only wish for what they needed, but they earnestly seek it of God. 6. They do not only wish for what they needed, but they earnestly seek it of God. crd pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvb pn31 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 132 Page 22
292 7. They plead a speciall relation betwixt God and themselves, in this phrase, OVR God. 7. They plead a special Relation betwixt God and themselves, in this phrase, OUR God. crd pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc px32, p-acp d n1, po12 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 133 Page 22
293 Lay together the particulars of their Case, and of the Means that they used, and you shall finde the one and the other to be extraordinary: Lay together the particulars of their Case, and of the Means that they used, and you shall find the one and the other to be extraordinary: vvd av dt n2-j pp-f po32 n1, cc pp-f dt n2 cst pns32 vvd, cc pn22 vmb vvi dt crd cc dt n-jn pc-acp vbi j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 22
294 yea you may also observe all the particulars of the text couched within this doctrine, In a matter extraordinary, extraordinary means must be used. yea you may also observe all the particulars of the text couched within this Doctrine, In a matter extraordinary, extraordinary means must be used. uh pn22 vmb av vvi d dt n2-j pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 j, j n2 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 134 Page 22
295 This course hath Gods Church taken throughout all ages, in all manner of extraordinary cases: and that 1. For obtaining good things. 2. For removing evils: This course hath God's Church taken throughout all ages, in all manner of extraordinary cases: and that 1. For obtaining good things. 2. For removing evils: d n1 vhz npg1 n1 vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2: cc cst crd p-acp vvg j n2. crd p-acp vvg n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 135 Page 22
296 and both these about spirituall and temporall, publike and private matters. and both these about spiritual and temporal, public and private matters. cc d d p-acp j cc j, j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 137 Page 22
297 For good things, extraordinary praier hath been made, when Saints and servants of God have seen them needfull then to be granted; or when they have been withheld: or when they have been withdrawn and taken away. For good things, extraordinary prayer hath been made, when Saints and Servants of God have seen them needful then to be granted; or when they have been withheld: or when they have been withdrawn and taken away. p-acp j n2, j n1 vhz vbn vvn, c-crq n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn pno32 j cs pc-acp vbi vvn; cc c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn: cc c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 138 Page 23
298 This may be exemplified in sundry particulars. This may be exemplified in sundry particulars. d vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 139 Page 23
299 Moses earnestly praied for a good Governour to succeed him, Numb. 27. 16. Christ spent a whole night in praier immediately before his chusing of Apostles, Luk. 6. 12, 13. The Apostles ordained Elders in every Church with praier and fasting, Act. 14. 23. The Church fasted and praied when Barnabas and Saul were separated to the work, whereunto God called them, Act. 13. 3. The like course should be taken by us in ordaining Ministers, Moses earnestly prayed for a good Governor to succeed him, Numb. 27. 16. christ spent a Whole night in prayer immediately before his choosing of Apostles, Luk. 6. 12, 13. The Apostles ordained Elders in every Church with prayer and fasting, Act. 14. 23. The Church fasted and prayed when Barnabas and Saul were separated to the work, whereunto God called them, Act. 13. 3. The like course should be taken by us in ordaining Ministers, np1 av-j vvd p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, j. crd crd np1 vvn dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 av-j p-acp po31 vvg pp-f n2, np1 crd crd, crd dt n2 vvn np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg, n1 crd crd dt n1 vvd cc vvd c-crq np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno32, n1 crd crd dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 23
300 and setting Officers in their severall places: yea and in enterprising weighty affairs of more then ordinary concernment. and setting Officers in their several places: yea and in enterprising weighty affairs of more then ordinary concernment. cc vvg n2 p-acp po32 j n2: uh cc p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f dc cs j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 140 Page 23
301 Much more ought this course to be taken when desired and expected blessings are withheld. This was Hannahs case, which mov'd her to weap and fast, and pour out her soul before the Lord, 1 Sam. 1. 7, 15. Most of all is this to be done, when blessings are withdrawn and taken away: Much more ought this course to be taken when desired and expected blessings Are withheld. This was Hannahs case, which moved her to weap and fast, and pour out her soul before the Lord, 1 Sam. 1. 7, 15. Most of all is this to be done, when blessings Are withdrawn and taken away: av-d av-dc vmd d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq vvn cc j-vvn n2 vbr vvn. d vbds np1 n1, r-crq vvn pno31 p-acp j cc av-j, cc vvb av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd av-ds pp-f d vbz d pc-acp vbi vdn, c-crq n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 141 Page 23
302 especially if they be spirituall blessings. especially if they be spiritual blessings. av-j cs pns32 vbb j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 23
303 The sensible presence, powerfull assistance, and sweet comfort of the Spirit, being withdrawn from David, upon the great sins which he committed in the case of Bathsheba and her husband, he penned the one and fiftieth Psalme, which manifesteth an extraordinary wrestling with the Lord, to have those blessings restored to him again. The sensible presence, powerful assistance, and sweet Comfort of the Spirit, being withdrawn from David, upon the great Sins which he committed in the case of Bathsheba and her husband, he penned the one and fiftieth Psalm, which manifesteth an extraordinary wrestling with the Lord, to have those blessings restored to him again. dt j n1, j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, pns31 vvd dt crd cc ord n1, r-crq vvz dt j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vhi d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 23
304 His wrestling in this case was like Jacobs, who would not let the Lord go unlesse he blessed him, Gen. 32. 26. Evils against which extraordinary praier is to be made, are sins or judgements. His wrestling in this case was like Jacobs, who would not let the Lord go unless he blessed him, Gen. 32. 26. Evils against which extraordinary prayer is to be made, Are Sins or Judgments. po31 vvg p-acp d n1 vbds av-j np1, r-crq vmd xx vvi dt n1 vvb cs pns31 vvd pno31, np1 crd crd n2-jn p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vbr n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 142 Page 23
305 Against-sins, such praiers are to be made, to prevent them, or redresse them. Against-sins, such Prayers Are to be made, to prevent them, or redress them. n2, d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 24
306 For preventing sinne, Christ commandeth his Disciples to watch and pray, that they enter not into temptation, Mat. 24. 41. By temptations men are drawn to sin. For preventing sin, christ commands his Disciples to watch and pray, that they enter not into temptation, Mathew 24. 41. By temptations men Are drawn to since. p-acp vvg n1, np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp vvb cc vvb, cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n2 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 24
307 By being freed from the temptation or assisted and supported in the temptation, sin may be prevented, Gen. 20. 6. & 39. 7, 8, &c. By being freed from the temptation or assisted and supported in the temptation, since may be prevented, Gen. 20. 6. & 39. 7, 8, etc. p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd cc crd crd, crd, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 144 Page 24
308 For redressing sin after we are fallen into it, two things are to be praied for: For redressing since After we Are fallen into it, two things Are to be prayed for: p-acp vvg n1 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 145 Page 24
309 One that God would be pleased to pardon it. One that God would be pleased to pardon it. crd cst np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
310 It was an earnest praier in this case that he poured out, who thus praied, For thy names sake, O Lord, pardon mine iniquitie: It was an earnest prayer in this case that he poured out, who thus prayed, For thy names sake, Oh Lord, pardon mine iniquity: pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vvd av, r-crq av vvd, p-acp po21 ng1 n1, uh n1, vvb po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
311 for it is great, Psal. 25. 11. And again thus, According to the multitude of thy tender mercies, blot out my transgressions, Psal. 51. 1. The other is, that God would work in us repentance, as he who thus praied, Turn thou me, and I shall be turned: for it is great, Psalm 25. 11. And again thus, According to the multitude of thy tender Mercies, blot out my transgressions, Psalm 51. 1. The other is, that God would work in us Repentance, as he who thus prayed, Turn thou me, and I shall be turned: c-acp pn31 vbz j, np1 crd crd cc av av, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 j n2, vvb av po11 n2, np1 crd crd dt n-jn vbz, cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12 n1, c-acp pns31 r-crq av vvd, vvb pns21 pno11, cc pns11 vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 146 Page 24
312 for thou art the Lord my God, Jer. 31. 18. The more dangerous the temptations unto sin, whereunto we are subject, are, for thou art the Lord my God, Jer. 31. 18. The more dangerous the temptations unto since, whereunto we Are Subject, Are, c-acp pns21 vb2r dt n1 po11 np1, np1 crd crd dt av-dc j dt n2 p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j-jn, vbr, (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 24
313 and the more hainous the sins are whereinto we have fallen, the more earnest ought our praiers, in this case to be. and the more heinous the Sins Are whereinto we have fallen, the more earnest ought our Prayers, in this case to be. cc dt av-dc j dt n2 vbr c-crq pns12 vhb vvn, dt av-dc j vmd po12 n2, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 147 Page 24
314 Judgements, against which extraordinary praier is to be made, are such as are threatned, and in that respect to be feared; Judgments, against which extraordinary prayer is to be made, Are such as Are threatened, and in that respect to be feared; n2, p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vbr d c-acp vbr vvn, cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 24
315 or executed, and in that respect felt. or executed, and in that respect felt. cc vvn, cc p-acp d n1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 24
316 Against the former, the King and people of Nineveh fasted and cried mightily unto God, Jon. 3. 7, 8. Thus was that doom reversed and judgment prevented. Against the former, the King and people of Nineveh fasted and cried mightily unto God, Jon. 3. 7, 8. Thus was that doom reversed and judgement prevented. p-acp dt j, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd cc vvd av-j p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd av vbds d n1 vvn cc n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 24
317 The like may be done in a preparation to a judgment before it be put into execution. The like may be done in a preparation to a judgement before it be put into execution. dt j vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 24
318 Haman had prepared a terrible massacre to destroy all the Jews: Haman had prepared a terrible massacre to destroy all the jews: np1 vhd vvn dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d dt np2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 24
319 but before his cruell plot began to be put in execution, Mordecai, Esther, and all the Jews, Fasted three daies together (Esth. 4. 16, 17.) Thus the execution of that judgement, so prepared, was prevented. but before his cruel plot began to be put in execution, Mordecai, Esther, and all the jews, Fasted three days together (Esth. 4. 16, 17.) Thus the execution of that judgement, so prepared, was prevented. cc-acp p-acp po31 j n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1, np1, cc d dt np2, vvd crd n2 av (np1 crd crd, crd) av dt n1 pp-f d n1, av vvn, vbds vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 148 Page 24
320 Execution of judgement may be considered either in the beginning, or in the full accomplishment of it. Execution of judgement may be considered either in the beginning, or in the full accomplishment of it. n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
321 A judgement was begun when the Philistims were gathered together to Mizpeh: but Samuel cried unto the Lord, A judgement was begun when the philistines were gathered together to Mizpeh: but Samuel cried unto the Lord, dt n1 vbds vvn c-crq dt njp2 vbdr vvn av p-acp np1: cc-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
322 and the Lord destroied them before Israel, 1 Sam. 7. 7, 10. On Manasseh the judgement was executed to the full, in that he was taken by his enemy, bound with fetters, and carried to Babylon: and the Lord destroyed them before Israel, 1 Sam. 7. 7, 10. On Manasses the judgement was executed to the full, in that he was taken by his enemy, bound with fetters, and carried to Babylon: cc dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd crd, crd p-acp np1 dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j, p-acp cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp n2, cc vvd p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
323 but when he was in affliction he besought the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly, and so was freed from that judgement: but when he was in affliction he besought the Lord his God, and humbled himself greatly, and so was freed from that judgement: cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pns31 vvd dt n1 po31 n1, cc vvd px31 av-j, cc av vbds vvn p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
324 For he was brought again into his kingdome, 2 Chron. 33. 12, 13. As extraordinary praier, in these and other like cases, is to be made on our own behalf, For he was brought again into his Kingdom, 2 Chronicles 33. 12, 13. As extraordinary prayer, in these and other like cases, is to be made on our own behalf, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp j n1, p-acp d cc j-jn j n2, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
325 so also on the behalf of others. so also on the behalf of Others. av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
326 Moses his mighty praiers (by one of which God was moved to say, Let me alone: and in another Moses himself was moved thus to say, If thou wilt not forgive their sin, blot me, I pray thee, out of thy book, &c.) were made in the behalf of others, Exod. 32. 10, 32. Weighty grounds there are to presse this point of extraordinary praier in extraordinary cases. Moses his mighty Prayers (by one of which God was moved to say, Let me alone: and in Another Moses himself was moved thus to say, If thou wilt not forgive their since, blot me, I pray thee, out of thy book, etc.) were made in the behalf of Others, Exod 32. 10, 32. Weighty grounds there Are to press this point of extraordinary prayer in extraordinary cases. np1 po31 j n2 (p-acp crd pp-f r-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, vvb pno11 av-j: cc p-acp j-jn np1 px31 vbds vvn av pc-acp vvi, cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi po32 n1, vvb pno11, pns11 vvb pno21, av pp-f po21 n1, av) vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, np1 crd crd, crd j n2 pc-acp vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 149 Page 25
327 1. We shew thereby that we take notice of Gods foot-steps, that is, of his carriage towards us, 1. We show thereby that we take notice of God's footsteps, that is, of his carriage towards us, crd pns12 vvb av cst pns12 vvb n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cst vbz, pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 25
328 and of his dealing with us. 2. We give evidence that we are answerably affected: and of his dealing with us. 2. We give evidence that we Are answerably affected: cc pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp pno12. crd pns12 vvb n1 cst pns12 vbr av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 151 Page 25
329 In that according to the need wherein we stand of his favour, we doe the more earnestly seek it: In that according to the need wherein we stand of his favour, we do the more earnestly seek it: p-acp d vvg p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vdb dt av-dc av-j vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 25
330 and the more heavily we feel his hand lying upon us, the more deeply we are humbled, and the more heavily we feel his hand lying upon us, the more deeply we Are humbled, cc dt av-dc av-j pns12 vvb po31 n1 vvg p-acp pno12, dt av-dc av-jn pns12 vbr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 25
331 and doe the more earnestly desire that it may be removed from us. Surely such a disposition cannot be but very acceptable unto God. and do the more earnestly desire that it may be removed from us. Surely such a disposition cannot be but very acceptable unto God. cc vdb dt av-dc av-j vvi cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12. np1 d dt n1 vmbx vbi p-acp av j p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 25
332 God much approves those who prize his favour and blessing above all other things, and who are much grieved upon the apprehension of his displeasure against them. God much approves those who prize his favour and blessing above all other things, and who Are much grieved upon the apprehension of his displeasure against them. np1 av-d vvz d r-crq vvb po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, cc q-crq vbr d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 25
333 Now extraordinary praier, for obtaining his favour and blessing, or for removing his wrath and judgements, gives proof of such a disposition. Now extraordinary prayer, for obtaining his favour and blessing, or for removing his wrath and Judgments, gives proof of such a disposition. av j n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 cc n1, cc p-acp vvg po31 n1 cc n2, vvz n1 pp-f d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
334 There are many who (like millhorses still going round in their usuall tract) content themselves with an ordinary manner of praying: There Are many who (like millhorses still going round in their usual tract) content themselves with an ordinary manner of praying: pc-acp vbr d r-crq (av-j n2 av vvg av-j p-acp po32 j n1) vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
335 and never take the occasions which by the divine providence are offered for extraordinary praier. and never take the occasions which by the divine providence Are offered for extraordinary prayer. cc av-x vvb dt n2 r-crq p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbr vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
336 So cold are their praiers and livelesse, as they are never troubled at the fruitlesnesse of them, So cold Are their Prayers and Lifeless, as they Are never troubled At the fruitlesnesse of them, av j-jn vbr po32 n2 cc j, c-acp pns32 vbr av-x vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
337 but think all is well in that they are not such Atheists as never call upon God. but think all is well in that they Are not such Atheists as never call upon God. cc-acp vvb d vbz av p-acp cst pns32 vbr xx d n2 c-acp av-x vvi p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
338 These plainly discover that small, or no notice at all, that they take of Gods dealing with them. These plainly discover that small, or no notice At all, that they take of God's dealing with them. np1 av-j vvi d j, cc dx n1 p-acp d, cst pns32 vvb pp-f ng1 vvg p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
339 Yea they doe further discover a senslesse and wretched disposition, in that they care not to use the means that are sanctified for obtaining the good things whereof they stand in need, Yea they do further discover a senseless and wretched disposition, in that they care not to use the means that Are sanctified for obtaining the good things whereof they stand in need, uh pns32 vdb av-jc vvi dt j cc j n1, p-acp cst pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp vvg dt j n2 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
340 or removing the evils, which lie heavy upon them. Thus it comes to passe that they want many blessings, which otherwise they might have: or removing the evils, which lie heavy upon them. Thus it comes to pass that they want many blessings, which otherwise they might have: cc vvg dt n2-jn, r-crq vvb j p-acp pno32. av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb d n2, r-crq av pns32 vmd vhi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
341 and lie long under many judgements, which might have been removed, if the fore-said means had been duly used. and lie long under many Judgments, which might have been removed, if the foresaid means had been duly used. cc vvb av-j p-acp d n2, r-crq vmd vhi vbn vvn, cs dt j n2 vhd vbn av-jn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 152 Page 26
342 2. Another ground to presse extraordinary praier in an extraordinary case, is Gods usual dealing with men according to their dealing with him: 2. another ground to press extraordinary prayer in an extraordinary case, is God's usual dealing with men according to their dealing with him: crd j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz ng1 j n-vvg p-acp n2 vvg p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 26
343 even according to the manner and measure of seeking this or that of him. Praier more then ordinary is more then ordinarily powerfull. Instance this in my Text: even according to the manner and measure of seeking this or that of him. Prayer more then ordinary is more then ordinarily powerful. Instance this in my Text: av vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg d cc d pp-f pno31. n1 av-dc cs j vbz av-dc cs av-jn j. n1 d p-acp po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 26
344 for thus it is said, ver. 23. We fasted and besought our God for this, and he was intreated of us. for thus it is said, ver. 23. We fasted and besought our God for this, and he was entreated of us. c-acp av pn31 vbz vvn, fw-la. crd pns12 vvd cc vvd po12 n1 p-acp d, cc pns31 vbds vvn pp-f pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 26
345 Many and admirable have been the effects of praier and fasting recorded in Gods Word: and those sometimes for preventing or removing great judgements: Many and admirable have been the effects of prayer and fasting recorded in God's Word: and those sometime for preventing or removing great Judgments: d cc j vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvg vvd p-acp npg1 n1: cc d av p-acp vvg cc vvg j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 26
346 and sometimes for obtaining or regaining singular blessings. Proofs hereof you heard before. and sometime for obtaining or regaining singular blessings. Proofs hereof you herd before. cc av p-acp vvg cc n-vvg j n2. n2 av pn22 vvd a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 26
347 This in generall I dare boldly affirm, That praier and fasting, being rightly used, was never used in vain: This in general I Dare boldly affirm, That prayer and fasting, being rightly used, was never used in vain: np1 p-acp n1 pns11 vvb av-j vvi, cst n1 cc vvg, vbg av-jn vvn, vbds av-x vvn p-acp j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 27
348 but some speciall and extraordinary effect followed thereupon. but Some special and extraordinary Effect followed thereupon. cc-acp d j cc j n1 vvd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 153 Page 27
349 Though that particular for which David praied and fasted, and lay all night upon the earth, namely, the life of his sick childe, were not granted (2 Sam. 12. 16, 18.) yet was not that extraordinary means, which he used, in vain: For Though that particular for which David prayed and fasted, and lay all night upon the earth, namely, the life of his sick child, were not granted (2 Sam. 12. 16, 18.) yet was not that extraordinary means, which he used, in vain: For cs d j p-acp r-crq np1 vvd cc vvd, cc vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1, av, dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vbdr xx vvn (crd np1 crd crd, crd) av vbds xx d j n2, r-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp j: c-acp (3) sermon (DIV1) 154 Page 27
350 1. That humiliation, supplication and afflicting of himself, was a service warranted by Gods Word, and acceptable unto God. 1. That humiliation, supplication and afflicting of himself, was a service warranted by God's Word, and acceptable unto God. crd cst n1, n1 cc vvg pp-f px31, vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cc j p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 155 Page 27
351 2. Though God restored not to the childe his naturall life: yet he bestowed upon it eternall life: 2. Though God restored not to the child his natural life: yet he bestowed upon it Eternal life: crd cs np1 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 po31 j n1: av pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 27
352 which may be inferred out of these words which David used to comfort himself, I shall goe to him, 2 Samuel 12. 23. 3. God gave him another son, and that of the same mother, a Salomon, a Jedediah (2 Sam. 12. 24, 25.) A Prince of peace, beloved of the Lord, who, by Gods appointment succeeded David on the Throne. which may be inferred out of these words which David used to Comfort himself, I shall go to him, 2 Samuel 12. 23. 3. God gave him Another son, and that of the same mother, a Solomon, a jedidiah (2 Sam. 12. 24, 25.) A Prince of peace, Beloved of the Lord, who, by God's appointment succeeded David on the Throne. r-crq vmb vbi vvn av pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi px31, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd crd np1 vvd pno31 j-jn n1, cc d pp-f dt d n1, dt np1, dt np1 (crd np1 crd crd, crd) dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn pp-f dt n1, r-crq, p-acp ng1 n1 vvn np1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 156 Page 27
353 It is observable how the Lord had respect to Ahabs humbling himself before God: It is observable how the Lord had respect to Ahabs humbling himself before God: pn31 vbz j c-crq dt n1 vhd n1 p-acp n2 vvg px31 p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 27
354 for thereby he was moved to put off the judgement denounced, all his daies, 1 King. 21. 29. for thereby he was moved to put off the judgement denounced, all his days, 1 King. 21. 29. p-acp av pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 vvn, d po31 n2, crd n1. crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 157 Page 27
355 True it is, that hypocrites have thus expostulated this case with God, Wherefore have we fasted, True it is, that Hypocrites have thus expostulated this case with God, Wherefore have we fasted, j pn31 vbz, cst n2 vhb av vvn d n1 p-acp np1, q-crq vhb pns12 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 27
356 and thou seest not? Wherefore have we afflicted our souls, and thou takest no knowledge? But the fault is there laid upon themselves, That they fasted for strife and debate, &c. Their fast was not such an one as the Lord had chosen: and thou See not? Wherefore have we afflicted our Souls, and thou Takest no knowledge? But the fault is there laid upon themselves, That they fasted for strife and debate, etc. Their fast was not such an one as the Lord had chosen: cc pns21 vv2 xx? q-crq vhb pns12 vvn po12 n2, cc pns21 vv2 dx n1? p-acp dt n1 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp px32, cst pns32 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, av po32 n1 vbds xx d dt pi p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 27
357 So as the Lords hand was not shortned, that it could not save: nor his ear heavy, that it could not hear: So as the lords hand was not shortened, that it could not save: nor his ear heavy, that it could not hear: av p-acp dt n2 n1 vbds xx vvn, cst pn31 vmd xx vvi: ccx po31 n1 j, cst pn31 vmd xx vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 27
358 but their iniquities had separated between them and their God, and their sins had hid his face from them, that he would not hear, Isa. 59. 1, 2. Let us therefore that do what is warrantable, do it uprightly and fervently: but their iniquities had separated between them and their God, and their Sins had hid his face from them, that he would not hear, Isaiah 59. 1, 2. Let us Therefore that do what is warrantable, do it uprightly and fervently: cc-acp po32 n2 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 cc po32 n1, cc po32 n2 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, np1 crd crd, crd vvb pno12 av cst vdb r-crq vbz j, vdb pn31 av-j cc av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 158 Page 27
359 so may we do it in faith, and be be sure to have it accepted. so may we do it in faith, and be be sure to have it accepted. av vmb pns12 vdi pn31 p-acp n1, cc vbi vbi j pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 28
360 All things are possible to him that beleeveth, Mark 9. 23. Surely we fail of much benefit that we might receive from our praiers, for want of faith. All things Are possible to him that Believeth, Mark 9. 23. Surely we fail of much benefit that we might receive from our Prayers, for want of faith. d n2 vbr j p-acp pno31 cst vvz, vvb crd crd np1 pns12 vvb pp-f d n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 159 Page 28
361 3. I might here adde, that by fasting and praier, which is an extraordinary humbling of our selves before God, 3. I might Here add, that by fasting and prayer, which is an extraordinary humbling of our selves before God, crd pns11 vmd av vvi, cst p-acp vvg cc n1, r-crq vbz dt j vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
362 and an extraordinary manner of craving blessing of him, extraordinary honour is done unto him: and an extraordinary manner of craving blessing of him, extraordinary honour is done unto him: cc dt j n1 pp-f vvg n1 pp-f pno31, j n1 vbz vdn p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
363 for the more we humble our selves for his displeasure, and stoop under his strokes, the greater testimony we give, not only to the greatnesse of his wrath and indignation: for the more we humble our selves for his displeasure, and stoop under his Strokes, the greater testimony we give, not only to the greatness of his wrath and Indignation: c-acp dt av-dc pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, dt jc n1 pns12 vvb, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
364 but also to the justice and equity of his judgements: but also to the Justice and equity of his Judgments: cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
365 and the more earnestly we call on him for favour and blessing, the greater evidence we give of our high esteem of them. and the more earnestly we call on him for favour and blessing, the greater evidence we give of our high esteem of them. cc dt av-dc av-j pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt jc n1 pns12 vvb pp-f po12 j n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
366 Now by how much the more God is acknowledged and justified in his judgements, and by how much the more Gods favour and blessings are prised, by so much the more is the Lord glorified. Now by how much the more God is acknowledged and justified in his Judgments, and by how much the more God's favour and blessings Are prised, by so much the more is the Lord glorified. av p-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp c-crq av-d dt dc n2 n1 cc n2 vbr vvn, p-acp av av-d dt dc vbz dt n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
367 For Gods honour is much set forth in and by mans acknowledgement of his justice and mercy. For God's honour is much Set forth in and by men acknowledgement of his Justice and mercy. p-acp ng1 n1 vbz av-d vvn av p-acp cc p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
368 And who would not doe to his uttermost what he can to set forth the Lords honour? This third ground of the fore-said duty is the weightiest of all the rest. And who would not do to his uttermost what he can to Set forth the lords honour? This third ground of the foresaid duty is the Weightiest of all the rest. cc r-crq vmd xx vdi p-acp po31 j r-crq pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi av dt n2 n1? d ord n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz dt js pp-f d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 160 Page 28
369 If these motives be not of force to enforce this duty of extraordinary supplication, in an extraordinary case, I know not what motives may be of force to enforce a duty. If these motives be not of force to enforce this duty of extraordinary supplication, in an extraordinary case, I know not what motives may be of force to enforce a duty. cs d n2 vbb xx pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvb xx r-crq n2 vmb vbi pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 161 Page 28
370 Come we now therefore to the Application of the Point. Come we now Therefore to the Application of the Point. vvb pns12 av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 162 Page 28
371 1. Too great cause of just complaint may here be taken up, by reason of mens slight and carelesse observing those means which are warranted and prescribed by Gods Word, 1. Too great cause of just complaint may Here be taken up, by reason of men's slight and careless observing those means which Are warranted and prescribed by God's Word, crd av j n1 pp-f j n1 vmb av vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f ng2 j cc j vvg d n2 r-crq vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 29
372 for pacifying his wrath, and procuring his favour. for pacifying his wrath, and procuring his favour. p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc vvg po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 29
373 The Lord may justly upbraid to us our fasts, as he did to the Israelites before mentioned, Isa. 58. 3, &c. The Lord may justly upbraid to us our fasts, as he did to the Israelites before mentioned, Isaiah 58. 3, etc. dt n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 po12 n2, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt np1 a-acp vvn, np1 crd crd, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 163 Page 29
374 This complaint may justly be taken up, not only against the prophaner sort of people, This complaint may justly be taken up, not only against the Profaner sort of people, d n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn a-acp, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
375 but also against many that look Sion-ward. There be of them that on our monethly daies of fast, not only forbear to joyn with the assembly of Gods people in those solemn sacred duties: but also against many that look Zion-ward. There be of them that on our monthly days of fast, not only forbear to join with the assembly of God's people in those solemn sacred duties: cc-acp av p-acp d cst vvb n1. pc-acp vbi pp-f pno32 d p-acp po12 j n2 pp-f n1, xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d j j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
376 but also follow their secular affairs: but also follow their secular affairs: cc-acp av vvi po32 j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
377 yea their pleasures and pastimes, in a kinde of dislike, if not a detestation of these duties. yea their pleasures and pastimes, in a kind of dislike, if not a detestation of these duties. uh po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs xx dt n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
378 I will not lay to their charge their disavowing of these duties, as if so be they thought fasting and praier unlawfull: I will not lay to their charge their disavowing of these duties, as if so be they Thought fasting and prayer unlawful: pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 n1 po32 vvg pp-f d n2, c-acp cs av vbb pns32 vvd vvg cc n1 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
379 but their disesteem of our monethly daies enjoyned by publike authority. but their disesteem of our monthly days enjoined by public Authority. cc-acp po32 vvb pp-f po12 j n2 vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
380 The authority was first his Majesties Proclamation, straitly charging and commanding, That a Generall, Publike and Solemn Fast be kept and held on the last Wednesday of every month, during the troubles in the Kingdome of Ireland. The Authority was First his Majesties Proclamation, straitly charging and commanding, That a General, Public and Solemn Fast be kept and held on the last Wednesday of every Monn, during the Troubles in the Kingdom of Ireland. dt n1 vbds ord po31 n2 n1, av-j vvg cc vvg, cst dt n1, j cc j av-j vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt ord np1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
381 This Proclamation was given the eight day of January in the seventeenth of his Majesties reign. This Proclamation was given the eight day of January in the seventeenth of his Majesties Reign. d n1 vbds vvn dt crd n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ord pp-f po31 ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
382 It hath been also ratified by sundry Orders and Ordinances of Parliament, for a due observing thereof; It hath been also ratified by sundry Order and Ordinances of Parliament, for a due observing thereof; pn31 vhz vbn av vvn p-acp j n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-jn vvg av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
383 and it hath continued now almost seven whole years, and that upon just and weighty causes: and it hath continued now almost seven Whole Years, and that upon just and weighty Causes: cc pn31 vhz vvn av av crd j-jn n2, cc cst p-acp j cc j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
384 for the very ground of that Proclamation still remaineth, namely, The lamentable and distressed estate of Ireland. for the very ground of that Proclamation still remains, namely, The lamentable and distressed estate of Ireland. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 av vvz, av, dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
385 Now why this monethly fast should not be duly observed, I see no good reason. It may be, that it is disesteemed by many, because it is enjoyned by authority. Now why this monthly fast should not be duly observed, I see no good reason. It may be, that it is disesteemed by many, Because it is enjoined by Authority. av q-crq d j n1 vmd xx vbi av-jn vvn, pns11 vvb dx j n1. pn31 vmb vbi, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 29
386 But that seems to me a strange reason, that that which is a ground warranted by Gods Word (as out of this text we have formerly shewed) should be a reason to slight it. But that seems to me a strange reason, that that which is a ground warranted by God's Word (as out of this text we have formerly showed) should be a reason to slight it. p-acp d vvz p-acp pno11 dt j n1, cst d r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp npg1 n1 (c-acp av pp-f d n1 pns12 vhb av-j vvn) vmd vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 30
387 I know not how it comes to passe, but so it is, that mens mindes are averse from such things as are enjoyned by authority, I know not how it comes to pass, but so it is, that men's minds Are averse from such things as Are enjoined by Authority, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av pn31 vbz, cst ng2 n2 vbr j p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 30
388 though they be things lawfull and agreeable to Gods Word. though they be things lawful and agreeable to God's Word. cs pns32 vbb n2 j cc j p-acp ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 30
389 Never were Orders and Ordinances of Parliament more slighted then now, and that in things that concern their own good. O tempora! O mores! Never were Order and Ordinances of Parliament more slighted then now, and that in things that concern their own good. O tempora! O mores! av-x vbdr n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 av-dc vvn cs av, cc cst p-acp n2 cst vvb po32 d j. fw-la fw-la! sy fw-la! (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 30
390 To what times are we reserved? What are the mindes and manners of men? To what times Are we reserved? What Are the minds and manners of men? p-acp r-crq n2 vbr pns12 vvn? q-crq vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 164 Page 30
391 But it may be, that another thing scruples their consciences, namely, the set times of fast, that it is such a day in every moneth. But it may be, that Another thing scruples their Consciences, namely, the Set times of fast, that it is such a day in every Monn. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi, d j-jn n1 n2 po32 n2, av, dt j-vvn n2 pp-f av-j, cst pn31 vbz d dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 165 Page 30
392 I grant that if there were not a continued occasion of this constant course, there might be some ground of scruple: I grant that if there were not a continued occasion of this constant course, there might be Some ground of scruple: pns11 vvb cst cs a-acp vbdr xx dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 30
393 but that particular ground of enjoyning this monethly fast, still remaining, and other weighty grounds also more nearly concerning us, but that particular ground of enjoining this monthly fast, still remaining, and other weighty grounds also more nearly Concerning us, cc-acp cst j n1 pp-f vvg d j n1, av vvg, cc j-jn j n2 av av-dc av-j vvg pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 30
394 namely, the troubles of our own Kingdome, why should we not persevere in using the means for averting Gods wrath, namely, the Troubles of our own Kingdom, why should we not persevere in using the means for averting God's wrath, av, dt n2 pp-f po12 d n1, q-crq vmd pns12 xx vvi p-acp vvg dt n2 p-acp vvg npg1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 30
395 and the fearfull effects thereof from us? That which is recorded of the Jews annuall fasting, in certain set moneths, seventy years together (because the judgements, which moved them first to take up those fasts, continued so long) may be a warrant for our continued monethly fasts. and the fearful effects thereof from us? That which is recorded of the jews annual fasting, in certain Set months, seventy Years together (Because the Judgments, which moved them First to take up those fasts, continued so long) may be a warrant for our continued monthly fasts. cc dt j n2 av p-acp pno12? d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt np2 j n-vvg, p-acp j vvn n2, crd n2 av (c-acp dt n2, r-crq vvd pno32 ord pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2, vvd av av-j) vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 30
396 For they are so mentioned by the Prophet ( Zech. 7. 5. & 8. 19.) as they are rather ratified then disavowed. For they Are so mentioned by the Prophet (Zechariah 7. 5. & 8. 19.) as they Are rather ratified then disavowed. p-acp pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 (np1 crd crd cc crd crd) c-acp pns32 vbr av-c vvn cs vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 166 Page 30
397 No marvel that Gods judgements have so long lien upon us, and our neighbouring Nations; seeing the means of removing them are by most either despised, or too much slighted. No marvel that God's Judgments have so long lain upon us, and our neighbouring nations; seeing the means of removing them Are by most either despised, or too much slighted. dx n1 cst ng1 n2 vhb av av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cc po12 j-vvg n2; vvg dt n2 pp-f vvg pno32 vbr p-acp ds av-d vvd, cc av av-d vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 167 Page 30
398 The great complaint of pious Christians in former times was, that publike fasts were not enjoyned by publike authority. The great complaint of pious Christians in former times was, that public fasts were not enjoined by public Authority. dt j n1 pp-f j np1 p-acp j n2 vbds, cst j n2 vbdr xx vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 30
399 Sometimes a dozen, sometimes more years passed in this Land and Kingdome without any publike fasts, Sometime a dozen, sometime more Years passed in this Land and Kingdom without any public fasts, av dt crd, av dc n2 vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 31
400 and yet sundry Parliaments called in those years: sundry Armies sent forth, and sundry judgements inflicted. and yet sundry Parliaments called in those Years: sundry Armies sent forth, and sundry Judgments inflicted. cc av j n2 vvn p-acp d n2: j n2 vvd av, cc j n2 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 31
401 I can remember a solemn fast proclaimed, and most solemnly kept in the year 1588. upon the approach of that Spanish Armado, that carried the stile of Invincible. Admirable was the blessing that followed upon that fast: I can Remember a solemn fast proclaimed, and most solemnly kept in the year 1588. upon the approach of that Spanish Armado, that carried the style of Invincible. Admirable was the blessing that followed upon that fast: pns11 vmb vvi dt j av-j vvn, cc av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst jp np1, cst vvd dt n1 pp-f j. j vbds dt n1 cst vvd p-acp cst av-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 31
402 for soon after, that proud Armado was strangely dissipated. for soon After, that proud Armado was strangely dissipated. c-acp av c-acp, cst j np1 vbds av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 31
403 I doe not well remember another publike fast betwixt that and the first year of King James, wherein was such a raging Plague, I do not well Remember Another public fast betwixt that and the First year of King James, wherein was such a raging Plague, pns11 vdb xx av vvi j-jn j n1 p-acp d cc dt ord n1 pp-f n1 np1, c-crq vbds d dt j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 31
404 as we have not heard of the like before in this Land. Thereupon a weekly fast was enjoyned by publike authority, till it pleased God to remove that plague. as we have not herd of the like before in this Land. Thereupon a weekly fast was enjoined by public Authority, till it pleased God to remove that plague. c-acp pns12 vhb xx vvn pp-f dt av-j a-acp p-acp d n1 av dt j av-j vbds vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 168 Page 31
405 Very few publike fasts were betwixt that and another greater plague, in the year, 1625. when there was also a weekly fast enjoyned by publike authority: Very few public fasts were betwixt that and Another greater plague, in the year, 1625. when there was also a weekly fast enjoined by public Authority: av d j n2 vbdr p-acp d cc j-jn jc n1, p-acp dt n1, crd c-crq a-acp vbds av dt j av-j vvn p-acp j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 31
406 at which time God gave a very gracious return to the praiers of his people: At which time God gave a very gracious return to the Prayers of his people: p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvd dt j j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 31
407 for the plague decreased much faster then it increased, and in short time from the number of five thousand two hundred and five that died in one week, it came so utterly to cease, for the plague decreased much faster then it increased, and in short time from the number of five thousand two hundred and five that died in one Week, it Come so utterly to cease, c-acp dt n1 vvn av-d av-jc cs pn31 vvd, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd crd crd cc crd cst vvd p-acp crd n1, pn31 vvd av av-j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 31
408 as not one at all to die of that sicknesse. as not one At all to die of that sickness. c-acp xx pi p-acp av-d pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 169 Page 31
409 If it be said, that in those times wherein there were so few or no fasts, God exceedingly blessed this Kingdom, I answer: If it be said, that in those times wherein there were so few or no fasts, God exceedingly blessed this Kingdom, I answer: cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst p-acp d n2 c-crq pc-acp vbdr av d cc dx n2, np1 av-vvg vvd d n1, pns11 vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 170 Page 31
410 1. That God might put off his displeasure for neglect of those duties, till after and worser times, 1. That God might put off his displeasure for neglect of those duties, till After and worser times, crd cst np1 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp a-acp cc zz n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 31
411 and that he may in these our daies, remember that neglect. and that he may in these our days, Remember that neglect. cc cst pns31 vmb p-acp d po12 n2, vvb d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 31
412 Such an answer doth Jeremy give to the men of Judah that made such an objection, Jer. 44. 17, &c. 2. Though there were not such extraordinary means publikely used: Such an answer does Jeremiah give to the men of Judah that made such an objection, Jer. 44. 17, etc. 2. Though there were not such extraordinary means publicly used: d dt n1 vdz np1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vvd d dt n1, np1 crd crd, av crd cs pc-acp vbdr xx d j n2 av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 171 Page 31
413 yet they were by pious and devout Christians privately, and that frequently and fervently used. yet they were by pious and devout Christians privately, and that frequently and fervently used. av pns32 vbdr p-acp j cc j np1 av-j, cc cst av-j cc av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 31
414 Never was a Parliament called, never was an Army sent forth, never was there any publike weighty occasion, Never was a Parliament called, never was an Army sent forth, never was there any public weighty occasion, av-x vbds dt n1 vvn, av-x vbds dt n1 vvd av, av-x vbds a-acp d j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 32
415 but that such Christians as are before mentioned, assembled together, by praier and fasting, to seek a blessing of God. but that such Christians as Are before mentioned, assembled together, by prayer and fasting, to seek a blessing of God. cc-acp cst d np1 c-acp vbr p-acp vvn, vvn av, p-acp n1 cc vvg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 32
416 I well remember, that at that very time when the Gun-powder treason was discovered (a Parliament being summoned) there were many assemblies that by praier and fasting, earnestly sought of God a blessing upon that Parliament. I well Remember, that At that very time when the Gunpowder treason was discovered (a Parliament being summoned) there were many assemblies that by prayer and fasting, earnestly sought of God a blessing upon that Parliament. pns11 av vvb, cst p-acp d j n1 c-crq dt n1 n1 vbds vvn (dt n1 vbg vvn) pc-acp vbdr d n2 cst p-acp n1 cc vvg, av-j vvn pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 32
417 Have we not cause to judge, that God had a gracious respect to the praiers of his children, who almost miraculously discovered such a dangerous, devilish and matchlesse treason, as the Gun-powder treason was. Have we not cause to judge, that God had a gracious respect to the Prayers of his children, who almost miraculously discovered such a dangerous, devilish and matchless treason, as the Gunpowder treason was. vhb pns12 xx n1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq av av-j vvn d dt j, j cc j n1, c-acp dt n1 n1 vbds. (3) sermon (DIV1) 172 Page 32
418 Thorow the good providence of God, we have had more fasts by publike authority enjoyned, in the reign of our present Sovereign, especially since the beginning of this Parliament, Thorough the good providence of God, we have had more fasts by public Authority enjoined, in the Reign of our present Sovereign, especially since the beginning of this Parliament, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vhb vhn dc n2 p-acp j n1 vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-jn, av-j c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 32
419 then before time from the beginning of the Reformation of Religion. then before time from the beginning of the Reformation of Religion. av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 32
420 But they have been so sleightly and carelesly performed, as we have cause to fear, that this among other sins, hath been one that hath caused Gods heavy wrath so long to lie upon us. But they have been so slightly and carelessly performed, as we have cause to Fear, that this among other Sins, hath been one that hath caused God's heavy wrath so long to lie upon us. p-acp pns32 vhb vbn av av-j cc av-j vvn, c-acp pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d p-acp j-jn n2, vhz vbn crd cst vhz vvn n2 j n1 av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 32
421 This is a lamentation, and shall be for a lamentation. This is a lamentation, and shall be for a lamentation. d vbz dt n1, cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 173 Page 32
422 But to leave complaints, the Doctrine which you have heard largely handled, doth justifie that course which the great Councel of this Land hath taken about this daies fast. But to leave complaints, the Doctrine which you have herd largely handled, does justify that course which the great Council of this Land hath taken about this days fast. p-acp pc-acp vvi n2, dt n1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn av-j vvn, vdz vvi d n1 r-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n2 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 32
423 The means that we use, hath been shewed to be extraordinary. The means that we use, hath been showed to be extraordinary. dt n2 cst pns12 vvb, vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 32
424 He that sees not that the case wherein we now are, and the occasion of this daies solemnity is extraordinary, is blinde, and cannot see far off. He that sees not that the case wherein we now Are, and the occasion of this days solemnity is extraordinary, is blind, and cannot see Far off. pns31 cst vvz xx d dt n1 c-crq pns12 av vbr, cc dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1 vbz j, vbz j, cc vmbx vvi av-j a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 174 Page 32
425 I will not now stand to aggravate this civil war (the severest of Gods judgements) nor bring to your minde the houses, Towns, I will not now stand to aggravate this civil war (the Severest of God's Judgments) nor bring to your mind the houses, Towns, pns11 vmb xx av vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1 (dt js pp-f ng1 n2) ccx vvi p-acp po22 n1 dt n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 32
426 and Cities that have been burnt or plundered, or spoiled: and Cities that have been burned or plundered, or spoiled: cc n2 cst vhb vbn vvn cc vvn, cc vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 32
427 nor the distressed estates of many who in a night of a rich Job have bin made a poor Iob: nor the abundance of bloud that hath been shed: nor the distressed estates of many who in a night of a rich Job have been made a poor Job: nor the abundance of blood that hath been shed: ccx dt j-vvn n2 pp-f d r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vhb vbn vvn dt j np1: ccx dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vhz vbn vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 33
428 nor the alienation of affections, and bitter contentions that have been betwixt such as have been near in bloud and alliance, in neighbourhood and friendship, nor the alienation of affections, and bitter contentions that have been betwixt such as have been near in blood and alliance, in neighbourhood and friendship, ccx dt n1 pp-f n2, cc j n2 cst vhb vbn p-acp d c-acp vhb vbn j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 33
429 yea also and betwixt such as professe in truth and sincerity to seek the right and perfect way of the LORD: yea also and betwixt such as profess in truth and sincerity to seek the right and perfect Way of the LORD: uh av cc p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 33
430 neither will I here insist upon the errours, heresies, and blasphemies that in these daies are published: neither will I Here insist upon the errors, heresies, and Blasphemies that in these days Are published: av-dx vmb pns11 av vvi p-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 cst p-acp d n2 vbr vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 33
431 nor the great rent that is made in this Church by schisme. nor the great rend that is made in this Church by Schism. ccx dt j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 33
432 These and other like occasions of humbling our selves deeply before the LORD, and of crying mightily unto him, I now let passe. These and other like occasions of humbling our selves deeply before the LORD, and of crying mightily unto him, I now let pass. np1 cc j-jn j n2 pp-f vvg po12 n2 av-jn p-acp dt n1, cc pp-f vvg av-j p-acp pno31, pns11 av vvb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 175 Page 33
433 The particular occasion of fasting and praying on this day is to obtain a blessing from heaven upon the Treaty betwixt his Majesty and our Parliament, that is now thorow Gods blessing agreed upon. The particular occasion of fasting and praying on this day is to obtain a blessing from heaven upon the Treaty betwixt his Majesty and our Parliament, that is now thorough God's blessing agreed upon. dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po12 n1, cst vbz av p-acp ng1 n1 vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 176 Page 33
434 Surely this is a very extraordinary case, and that in regard of the Necessity, Excellency, and Difficulty of the matter undertaken. Surely this is a very extraordinary case, and that in regard of the Necessity, Excellency, and Difficulty of the matter undertaken. av-j d vbz dt av j n1, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 177 Page 33
435 1. Such have been the evils of this civil war (whereof a taste was given before) and many of them do so continue to increase more and more, as there is a kinde of necessity of a good accommodation for composing our differences: 1. Such have been the evils of this civil war (whereof a taste was given before) and many of them do so continue to increase more and more, as there is a kind of necessity of a good accommodation for composing our differences: crd d vhb vbn dt n2-jn pp-f d j n1 (c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp) cc d pp-f pno32 vdi av vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc cc av-dc, p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvg po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 33
436 and for setling a safe and well-grounded Peace: which cannot better be effected then by a Treaty. and for settling a safe and well-grounded Peace: which cannot better be effected then by a Treaty. cc p-acp vvg dt j cc j n1: r-crq vmbx vvi vbb vvn av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 33
437 Such divisions, such contentions, such confusions there are in this Kingdome, as it is in danger to be utterly ruined, Such divisions, such contentions, such confusions there Are in this Kingdom, as it is in danger to be utterly ruined, d n2, d n2, d n2 pc-acp vbr p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 33
438 if some speedy course be not taken to repair, close up and heal the breaches thereof. if Some speedy course be not taken to repair, close up and heal the Breaches thereof. cs d j n1 vbb xx vvn pc-acp vvi, vvb a-acp cc vvi dt n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 33
439 It was in the case of a civill warre, that the chief Commander on the one side, said to the other, Shall the sword devour for ever? Knowest thou not that it will be bitternesse in the later end, 2 Sam. 2. 26. Bitternesse there must needs be in such a kinde of warre, It was in the case of a civil war, that the chief Commander on the one side, said to the other, Shall the sword devour for ever? Knowest thou not that it will be bitterness in the later end, 2 Sam. 2. 26. Bitterness there must needs be in such a kind of war, pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt crd n1, vvd p-acp dt n-jn, vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp av? vv2 pns21 xx cst pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt jc n1, crd np1 crd crd n1 a-acp vmb av vbi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 34
440 because on which side soever the victory falleth, Israelites, members of the Church, Professours of the faith are destroied. Because on which side soever the victory falls, Israelites, members of the Church, Professors of the faith Are destroyed. c-acp p-acp r-crq n1 av dt n1 vvz, np1, n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 34
441 Though the conquered did presse that bitternesse, yet the Conquerour gave over thereupon. Though the conquered did press that bitterness, yet the Conqueror gave over thereupon. cs dt vvd vdd vvi d n1, av dt n1 vvd a-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 34
442 O that they who thorow the divine providence have been kept from the extremity of this warre, would lay to heart the condition of them that have felt it: O that they who thorough the divine providence have been kept from the extremity of this war, would lay to heart the condition of them that have felt it: sy cst pns32 r-crq p-acp dt j-jn n1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vhb vvn pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 34
443 not of them only who have been on the other side: but of many also who have been on our own side! not of them only who have been on the other side: but of many also who have been on our own side! xx pp-f pno32 av-j r-crq vhb vbn p-acp dt j-jn n1: cc-acp pp-f d av r-crq vhb vbn p-acp po12 d n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 34
444 They would then see a necessity of a fair composing our differences, and of yeelding to an accommodation, us { que } ad aras, so far as may stand with the truth and purity of Religion. They would then see a necessity of a fair composing our differences, and of yielding to an accommodation, us { que } ad aras, so Far as may stand with the truth and purity of Religion. pns32 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j vvg po12 n2, cc pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, pno12 { fw-fr } fw-la fw-mi, av av-j c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 178 Page 34
445 2. The main and principall matter of this Treaty, shews the excellency, weight and worth of it. 2. The main and principal matter of this Treaty, shows the excellency, weight and worth of it. crd dt j cc j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, vvz dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 34
446 It concerns King, Parliament and Kingdome. The prerogatives of the one, priviledges of the other, and liberties of the third. It concerns King, Parliament and Kingdom. The prerogatives of the one, privileges of the other, and Liberties of the third. pn31 vvz n1, n1 cc n1. dt n2 pp-f dt crd, n2 pp-f dt n-jn, cc n2 pp-f dt ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 34
447 It concerns the Church and Common-wealth, and the good government of both. It concerns the setling of a distracted Kingdome in peace and quietnesse: It concerns the Church and Commonwealth, and the good government of both. It concerns the settling of a distracted Kingdom in peace and quietness: pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f d. pn31 vvz dt vvg pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 34
448 and the establishing of Religion in truth, purity and power. and the establishing of Religion in truth, purity and power. cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 34
449 It concerns the reconciling of adverse parties, even such as have been in open hostility one against another; It concerns the reconciling of adverse parties, even such as have been in open hostility one against Another; pn31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f j n2, av d c-acp vhb vbn p-acp j n1 crd p-acp n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 34
450 and thereby to put and end to a long, unnaturall, bloudy, civil war. What more weighty matters can be treated about. and thereby to put and end to a long, unnatural, bloody, civil war. What more weighty matters can be treated about. cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j, j, j, j n1. q-crq dc j n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 179 Page 34
451 3. The difficulty of bringing this Treaty to a good issue appears in these and other like particulars: 3. The difficulty of bringing this Treaty to a good issue appears in these and other like particulars: crd dt n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp d cc j-jn j n2-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 34
452 That principles, of old learned, must be unlearned: That long resolved judgements in sundry cases, must be upon better information, unresolved: That principles, of old learned, must be unlearned: That long resolved Judgments in sundry cases, must be upon better information, unresolved: d n2, pp-f j j, vmb vbi j: cst av-j vvn n2 p-acp j n2, vmb vbi p-acp jc n1, j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 34
453 That jus divinum held in opposite cases must be cleared and demonstrated to which case it belongeth: That jus Divinum held in opposite cases must be cleared and demonstrated to which case it belongeth: cst fw-la fw-la vvn p-acp j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 35
454 That inbred scruples of conscience must be rooted out: That imbittered and alienated affections must be altered: That inbred scruples of conscience must be rooted out: That imbittered and alienated affections must be altered: cst j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av: cst vvd cc vvn n2 vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 35
455 That incensed and exasperated spirits must be calmed: That hostile friends must be reconciled: That vast debts must be discharged: That incensed and exasperated spirits must be calmed: That hostile Friends must be reconciled: That vast debts must be discharged: cst vvd cc vvn n2 vmb vbi vvn: cst j n2 vmb vbi vvn: cst j n2 vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 35
456 That the arrears of numberlesse souldiers must be satisfied: That restitution of ships, goods, lands, heriditaments, livings, offices, and other interests must be made: That the arrears of numberless Soldiers must be satisfied: That restitution of ships, goods, Lands, heriditaments, livings, Offices, and other interests must be made: cst dt n2 pp-f j n2 vmb vbi vvn: cst n1 pp-f n2, n2-j, n2, n2, n2-vvg, n2, cc j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 35
457 That indemnity for manifold outrages must be given, and a generall oblivion of wrongs must be granted; That indemnity for manifold outrages must be given, and a general oblivion of wrongs must be granted; cst n1 p-acp j n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn vmb vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 35
458 and burthen of the Kingdome taken off. and burden of the Kingdom taken off. cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 180 Page 35
459 Now who can hope that these and sundry other difficulties can be removed for setling a good lasting peace. Now who can hope that these and sundry other difficulties can be removed for settling a good lasting peace. av r-crq vmb vvi cst d cc j j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt j j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 35
460 Yet surely they must be removed, or a sound peace will hardly be setled. God to whom all things are possible can do it. Yet surely they must be removed, or a found peace will hardly be settled. God to whom all things Are possible can do it. av av-j pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt j n1 vmb av vbi vvn. np1 p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbr j vmb vdi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 35
461 He can exalt every valley, and make low every mountain and hill: He can make straight that which is crooked, and the rough places plain. He can exalt every valley, and make low every mountain and hill: He can make straight that which is crooked, and the rough places plain. pns31 vmb vvi d n1, cc vvi av-j d n1 cc n1: pns31 vmb vvi av cst r-crq vbz j, cc dt j n2 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 35
462 He can cause the Wolf to dwell with the Lamb, and the Leopard to lie down with the Kid: He can cause the Wolf to dwell with the Lamb, and the Leopard to lie down with the Kid: pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 35
463 and the Calf, and the young Lion, and the fatling together, and a little Childe to lead them: and the Calf, and the young lion, and the fatling together, and a little Child to led them: cc dt n1, cc dt j n1, cc dt j-vvg av, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 35
464 and the Cow and the Bare to feed: their young ones to lie down together: and the lion to eat straw like the Oxe. and the Cow and the Bore to feed: their young ones to lie down together: and the Lion to eat straw like the Ox. cc dt n1 cc dt j pc-acp vvi: po32 j pi2 p-acp vvi a-acp av: cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av-j dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 181 Page 35
465 The God that hath promised to work such strange works can remove the afore-said difficulties, and greater then them. But he is to be sought unto, The God that hath promised to work such strange works can remove the aforesaid difficulties, and greater then them. But he is to be sought unto, dt np1 cst vhz vvn pc-acp vvi d j n2 vmb vvi dt j n2, cc jc cs pno32. p-acp pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 35
466 and the more difficult the case is, the more earnest and fervent must our praiers be. and the more difficult the case is, the more earnest and fervent must our Prayers be. cc dt av-dc j dt n1 vbz, dt av-dc j cc j vmb po12 n2 vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 35
467 When Herod had apprehended Peter, and put him in prison, and delivered him to four quaternians of souldiers, intending to bring him forth to the people, and to slay him: When Herod had apprehended Peter, and put him in prison, and Delivered him to four quaternians of Soldiers, intending to bring him forth to the people, and to slay him: c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2, vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 35
468 praier was made without ceasing, or instant and earnest praier was made of the Church unto God for him, and God so heard their praier as he delivered Peter, Act. 12. 4, &c. prayer was made without ceasing, or instant and earnest prayer was made of the Church unto God for him, and God so herd their prayer as he Delivered Peter, Act. 12. 4, etc. n1 vbds vvn p-acp vvg, cc n-jn cc j n1 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, cc np1 av vvd po32 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd np1, n1 crd crd, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 182 Page 35
469 Who would have thought that the mischievous device of Haman, should have turned to such an advantage unto the Church as it did? But that was from the Lord, Who would have Thought that the mischievous device of Haman, should have turned to such an advantage unto the Church as it did? But that was from the Lord, r-crq vmd vhi vvn d dt j n1 pp-f np1, vmd vhi vvn p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vdd? p-acp d vbds p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 36
470 and obtained by fasting and praier, Esth. 4. 17. O let us make earnest and instant praier without ceasing to our God, that he would send down his Spirit to be a Commissioner among other Commissioners that are to treat about peace: and obtained by fasting and prayer, Esth. 4. 17. Oh let us make earnest and instant prayer without ceasing to our God, that he would send down his Spirit to be a Commissioner among other Commissioners that Are to Treat about peace: cc vvd p-acp vvg cc n1, np1 crd crd uh vvb pno12 vvi n1 cc j-jn n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 183 Page 36
471 yea that his Spirit would be in every of the Commissioners, and in our King and Parliament also, to bring their spirits to yeeld to that which may make to a good peace: yea that his Spirit would be in every of the Commissioners, and in our King and Parliament also, to bring their spirits to yield to that which may make to a good peace: uh cst po31 n1 vmd vbi p-acp d pp-f dt n2, cc p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 av, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 36
472 So as mercie and truth may meet together, and righteousnes and peace kisse each other, Psal. 85. 10. The Kings heart is in the hand of the Lord as rivers of vvater: So as mercy and truth may meet together, and righteousness and peace kiss each other, Psalm 85. 10. The Kings heart is in the hand of the Lord as Rivers of water: av c-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, cc n1 cc n1 vvb d n-jn, np1 crd crd dt ng1 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp n2 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 36
473 he turneth it vvhither soever he vvill, Prov. 21. he turns it whither soever he will, Curae 21. pns31 vvz pn31 c-crq av pns31 vmb, np1 crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 184 Page 36
474 This phrase, Rivers of water, may be here used metaphorically or litterally. If metaphorically, the metaphor may be taken from Gardiners, This phrase, rivers of water, may be Here used metaphorically or literally. If metaphorically, the metaphor may be taken from Gardiners, d n1, n2 pp-f n1, vmb vbi av vvn av-j cc av-j. cs av-j, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 36
475 or marsh-keepers, who use to let in streams of water into their gardens, orchards, or medows, or marsh-keepers, who use to let in streams of water into their gardens, orchards, or meadows, cc n2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, n2, cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 36
476 when and where they think good: and to let them out when they will. when and where they think good: and to let them out when they will. c-crq cc c-crq pns32 vvb j: cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av c-crq pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 36
477 If litterally, the phrase may have reference to former acts of Gods turning waters from their naturall course, as it pleased him. If literally, the phrase may have Referente to former acts of God's turning waters from their natural course, as it pleased him. cs av-j, dt n1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n2 vvg n2 p-acp po32 j n1, c-acp pn31 vvd pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 36
478 For the Lord caused the sea to go back, and thereby saved the Israelites, but destroied the Egyptians, Exod. 14. 21, &c He made also the waters of Jordan to stay their course, till all Israel passed over into Canaan, Josh. 3. 16. To these evidences of Gods power over the water hath the Psalmist reference, Psal. 114. 3, 5. where he thus saith, The sea saw it and fled: Jordan was driven back. For the Lord caused the sea to go back, and thereby saved the Israelites, but destroyed the egyptians, Exod 14. 21, etc. He made also the waters of Jordan to stay their course, till all Israel passed over into Canaan, Josh. 3. 16. To these evidences of God's power over the water hath the Psalmist Referente, Psalm 114. 3, 5. where he thus Says, The sea saw it and fled: Jordan was driven back. p-acp dt n1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc av vvd dt np2, p-acp vvd dt njp2, np1 crd crd, av pns31 vvd av dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, c-acp d np1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd p-acp d n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1 n1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns31 av vvz, dt n1 vvd pn31 cc vvn: np1 vbds vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 36
479 What ailed thee, O thou sea, that thou fleddest? and thou Iordan, that thou wast driven back? The Lord also opened a rock, and the waters gushed out: What ailed thee, Oh thou sea, that thou fleddest? and thou Iordan, that thou wast driven back? The Lord also opened a rock, and the waters gushed out: q-crq vvd pno21, uh pns21 n1, cst pns21 vv2? cc pns21 np1, cst pns21 vbd2s vvn av? dt n1 av vvd dt n1, cc dt n2 vvd av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 36
480 they ran in the dry places like a river, Psal. 105. 41. The Apostle, in reference hereunto, saith, That the Rock followed them, 1 Cor. 10. 4. by the rock metonymically he meaneth the waters that flowed out of the rock; they ran in the dry places like a river, Psalm 105. 41. The Apostle, in Referente hereunto, Says, That the Rock followed them, 1 Cor. 10. 4. by the rock metonymically he means the waters that flowed out of the rock; pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n2 av-j dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1, p-acp n1 av, vvz, cst dt n1 vvd pno32, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 av-j pns31 vvz dt n2 cst vvd av pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
481 and they, by Gods ordering providence ran along in those places whither the Israelites removed their severall stations, and so followed them. and they, by God's ordering providence ran along in those places whither the Israelites removed their several stations, and so followed them. cc pns32, p-acp n2 vvg n1 vvd a-acp p-acp d n2 c-crq dt np1 vvd po32 j n2, cc av vvd pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
482 The Lord also upon Elijah's smiting the waters of Iordan, divided them hither and thither. The Lord also upon Elijah's smiting the waters of Iordan, divided them hither and thither. dt n1 av p-acp npg1 vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, vvd pno32 av cc av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
483 So did he again, when Elisha went over Iordan, 2 King 2. 8, 14. It is also noted, that when the armies of Iudah, Israel and Edom were in a dry place where was no water, unexpectedly there came water, So did he again, when Elisha went over Iordan, 2 King 2. 8, 14. It is also noted, that when the armies of Iudah, Israel and Edom were in a dry place where was no water, unexpectedly there Come water, av vdd pns31 av, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, crd n1 crd crd, crd pn31 vbz av vvn, cst c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 c-crq vbds dx n1, av-j a-acp vvd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
484 and the country was filled with water, 2 King. 3. 20. This was done by the Lord. and the country was filled with water, 2 King. 3. 20. This was done by the Lord. cc dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, crd n1. crd crd d vbds vdn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
485 It is expresly said, Psal. 107. 33. that the Lord turneth rivers into a wildernesse, and the water springs into dry ground. It is expressly said, Psalm 107. 33. that the Lord turns Rivers into a Wilderness, and the water springs into dry ground. pn31 vbz av-j vvn, np1 crd crd d dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
486 And again, vers. 35. He turns the wildernesse into a standing water, and dry grounds into water-springs. And again, vers. 35. He turns the Wilderness into a standing water, and dry grounds into water-springs. cc av, fw-la. crd pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc j n2 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
487 All these and other like instances evidently demonstrate, that the Lord hath such power over rivers of water, All these and other like instances evidently demonstrate, that the Lord hath such power over Rivers of water, d d cc j-jn j n2 av-j vvi, cst dt n1 vhz d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
488 as he can turn and order them, as it pleases him. Now waters running in rivers have a violent course. as he can turn and order them, as it Pleases him. Now waters running in Rivers have a violent course. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31. av n2 vvg p-acp n2 vhb dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
489 He therefore that can turn them, can much more turn the hearts of Kings. Kings are men: He Therefore that can turn them, can much more turn the hearts of Kings. Kings Are men: pns31 av cst vmb vvi pno32, vmb av-d av-dc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. n2 vbr n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
490 and the Almighty acteth in the hearts of men, even he motions of their will, that he may do by them, what he will doe by them. and the Almighty Acts in the hearts of men, even he motions of their will, that he may do by them, what he will do by them. cc dt j-jn vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, av pns31 vvz pp-f po32 n1, cst pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno32, r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 37
491 To instance this in Kings, God turned the heart of Pharaoh to Abram (Gen. 12. 19, 20.) of Abimelech to Isaac (Gen. 26. 11.) of another Pharaoh to Ioseph (Gen. 41. 39.) Of Achish to David (1 Sam. 17. 6.) Of Ahaziah to Elijah (2 King. 1. 15.) Of Iehoram to Elisha (2 King. 6. 32, 33.) Of Nebuchadnezzar to Ieremiah (Ier. 39. 11, 12.) to Daniel and his three companions ( Dan. 2. 48, 49.) Of Evilmerodach to Iehojachin (2 King 25. 27.) Of Cyrus to the Jews ( Ezra 1. 1.) Of Darius also to them ( Ezra 6. 7, &c. ) Of Artaxerxes to Ezra (Ezra 7. 6.) and to Nehemiah (Nehem. 2. 8.) Of Abasuerus to Esther and Mordecai (Est. 2. 17. and 6. 10.) Of Agrippa to Paul (Act. 26. 28, 32.) and of many others. To instance this in Kings, God turned the heart of Pharaoh to Abram (Gen. 12. 19, 20.) of Abimelech to Isaac (Gen. 26. 11.) of Another Pharaoh to Ioseph (Gen. 41. 39.) Of Achish to David (1 Sam. 17. 6.) Of Ahaziah to Elijah (2 King. 1. 15.) Of Jehoram to Elisha (2 King. 6. 32, 33.) Of Nebuchadnezzar to Jeremiah (Jeremiah 39. 11, 12.) to daniel and his three Sodales (Dan. 2. 48, 49.) Of Evil-merodach to Jeconiah (2 King 25. 27.) Of Cyrus to the jews (Ezra 1. 1.) Of Darius also to them (Ezra 6. 7, etc.) Of Artaxerxes to Ezra (Ezra 7. 6.) and to Nehemiah (Nehemiah 2. 8.) Of Ahasuerus to Esther and Mordecai (Est. 2. 17. and 6. 10.) Of Agrippa to Paul (Act. 26. 28, 32.) and of many Others. p-acp n1 d p-acp n2, np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd crd, crd) pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd crd) pp-f j-jn np1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd crd) pp-f j p-acp np1 (crd np1 crd crd) pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (crd n1. crd crd) pp-f n1 p-acp np1 (crd n1. crd crd, crd) pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd crd, crd) p-acp np1 cc po31 crd n2 (np1 crd crd, crd) pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (crd n1 crd crd) pp-f npg1 p-acp dt np2 (np1 crd crd) pp-f npg1 av p-acp pno32 (np1 crd crd, av) pp-f npg1 p-acp np1 (np1 crd crd) cc pc-acp np1 (np1 crd crd) pp-f np1 p-acp np1 cc np1 (np1 crd crd cc crd crd) pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (n1 crd crd, crd) cc pp-f d n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
492 If thus the Lord have the Kings heart in his hand, much more the hearts of others. If thus the Lord have the Kings heart in his hand, much more the hearts of Others. cs av dt n1 vhb dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-d av-dc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
493 Kings, by reason of their supreme power, and the dependence of many on them, use to be most resolute and inflexible in their purposes. Kings, by reason of their supreme power, and the dependence of many on them, use to be most resolute and inflexible in their Purposes. ng1, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno32, vvb pc-acp vbi av-ds j cc j p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
494 He then that can turn their heart, whose heart can he not turn? God so hath the wils of all in his own power, He then that can turn their heart, whose heart can he not turn? God so hath the wills of all in his own power, pns31 av cst vmb vvi po32 n1, rg-crq n1 vmb pns31 xx vvi? np1 av vhz dt n2 pp-f d p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
495 as he can make them inclinable whither he will, and when he will: yea though they be many consulting and consenting together about the same thing. as he can make them inclinable whither he will, and when he will: yea though they be many consulting and consenting together about the same thing. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno32 j c-crq pns31 vmb, cc c-crq pns31 vmb: uh cs pns32 vbb d vvg cc vvg av p-acp dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
496 For multitudes are but as many waters (Rev. 17. 1, 15.) He that can turn the one, can turn the other. For Multitudes Are but as many waters (Rev. 17. 1, 15.) He that can turn the one, can turn the other. p-acp n2 vbr p-acp c-acp d n2 (n1 crd crd, crd) pns31 cst vmb vvi dt crd, vmb vvi dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
497 Though most of the Tribes had held with the house of Saul against David, yet God so wrought upon their hearts, Though most of the Tribes had held with the house of Saul against David, yet God so wrought upon their hearts, cs ds pp-f dt n2 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, av np1 av vvn p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
498 as all the Tribes of Israel came to David, and said, Behold we are thy bone and thy flesh, 2 Sa. 5. 1. And when they had revolted from David to Absolom, a while after all the people were at strife to bring king David to his throne again. as all the Tribes of Israel Come to David, and said, Behold we Are thy bone and thy Flesh, 2 Sa. 5. 1. And when they had revolted from David to Absalom, a while After all the people were At strife to bring King David to his throne again. c-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1, cc vvd, vvb pns12 vbr po21 n1 cc po21 n1, crd n1 crd crd cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbdr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
499 Yea the men of Iudah having also revolted from David, it is noted, that the heart of all the men of Iudah was bowed even as the heart of one man unto the King, 2 Sam. 19. 9, 14. There was a Councell of malicious enemies gathered together against the Apostles: Yea the men of Iudah having also revolted from David, it is noted, that the heart of all the men of Iudah was bowed even as the heart of one man unto the King, 2 Sam. 19. 9, 14. There was a Council of malicious enemies gathered together against the Apostles: uh dt n2 pp-f np1 vhg av vvn p-acp np1, pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvd av p-acp dt n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
500 but upon the advice of Gamaliel, they all agreed to let the Apostles go, Act. 5. 40. Thus we see how God can make Councels and multitudes to yeeld to good advice, but upon the Advice of Gamaliel, they all agreed to let the Apostles go, Act. 5. 40. Thus we see how God can make Counsels and Multitudes to yield to good Advice, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 d vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb, n1 crd crd av pns12 vvb c-crq np1 vmb vvi n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
501 though it be against their former principles. Were our hearts well disposed to the duty of praier which we have in hand, though it be against their former principles. Were our hearts well disposed to the duty of prayer which we have in hand, cs pn31 vbb p-acp po32 j n2. vbdr po12 n2 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 185 Page 38
502 and did we perform it in faith and with fervency, it might be said of our performance, and did we perform it in faith and with fervency, it might be said of our performance, cc vdd pns12 vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 38
503 as it was said of that performance which the Iews did in my text, So we fasted and besought our God for this, as it was said of that performance which the Iews did in my text, So we fasted and besought our God for this, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f d n1 r-crq dt np2 vdd p-acp po11 n1, av pns12 vvd cc vvd po12 n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 38
504 and he was intreated of us, v. 23. FINIS. and he was entreated of us, v. 23. FINIS. cc pns31 vbds vvn pp-f pno12, n1 crd fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 186 Page 38

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3 0 Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther. Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther. np1, np1, np1.
4 0 Three Patriots came from the captivity to Jerusalem. Three Patriots Come from the captivity to Jerusalem. crd n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1.
6 0 Zorobbabel extronit Tenplum. Civitas extrusta est sub Neemia, Hier. l. 13. Comment. in Esa. Zerubbabel extronit Tenplum. Civitas extrusta est sub Neemia, Hier. l. 13. Comment. in Isaiah np1 vvb np1. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 n1 crd np1. p-acp np1
12 0 The Context. Esdras restituit legem. Aug. de Mir. S. S. l. 2. c. 33. The Context. Ezra Restituit legem. Aug. de Mir. S. S. l. 2. c. 33. dt n1. np1 n1 fw-la. np1 fw-fr np1 fw-la fw-la n1 crd sy. crd
19 0 The Summe of the Text. The Sum of the Text. dt n1 pp-f dt np1
22 0 The meaning of the words. The meaning of the words. dt n1 pp-f dt n2.
24 0 Humane helps and divine blessing must go together. Humane helps and divine blessing must go together. j n2 cc j-jn n1 vmb vvi av.
30 0 Governours must proclaim Fasts. Governors must proclaim Fasts. n2 vmb vvi n2.
36 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
39 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
41 0 Fasting and praier must go together. Fasting and prayer must go together. vvg cc n1 vmb vvi av.
47 0 Fasting a help to praier. Fasting a help to prayer. vvg dt n1 p-acp n1.
48 0 In jejuniis, &c. quam plurimum adjuvatur oratio, Aug Probae Ep. 121. In jejuniis, etc. quam plurimum adjuvatur oratio, Aug Probae Epistle 121. p-acp fw-la, av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la np1 crd
54 0 Iejunium est adjuterium •rationis, &c. Nam oratio illa est fortis quae fit in spiritu humili, &c. Chrysost. Hom 15 in Mat. 6. Fasting est adjuterium •rationis, etc. Nam oratio illa est fortis Quae fit in spiritu humili, etc. Chrysostom Hom 15 in Mathew 6. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la, av np1 uh crd p-acp np1 crd
59 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
60 0 NONLATINALPHABET None None
62 0 The river Ahava. The river Ahava. dt n1 np1.
68 0 A fast kept by a river side. A fast kept by a river side. dt av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 n1.
68 1 Legi• … a Deo nomullos ex• … dit•s in excelsis montium: unde intelligitur m•g• … valere petentis •ffectum, quam petitionis locum. Aug. de unit. Eccl c. 16. Legi• … a God nomullos ex• … dit•s in Excelsis montium: unde intelligitur m•g• … Valere petentis •ffectum, quam petitionis locum. Aug. de unit. Ecclesiastes c. 16. np1 … dt fw-la n1 n1 … vbz p-acp fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la n1 … fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la. np1 sy. crd
79 0 The extent of a fast to afflict ones self. NONLATINALPHABET The extent of a fast to afflict ones self. dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi pig n1.
85 0 Body and soul afflicted. Body and soul afflicted. n1 cc n1 vvn.
90 0 Non dixit, perdo & punio: sed castigo & in servitudinem redigo: quod Domini est, non hostis. &c. Chrys. Hom. 23. in 1 Cor. 9. Non dixit, perdo & punio: sed Castigo & in servitudinem redigo: quod Domini est, non hostis. etc. Chrys. Hom. 23. in 1 Cor. 9. fw-fr fw-la, vvb cc fw-la: fw-la n1 cc p-acp fw-la n1: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la. av np1 np1 crd p-acp crd np1 crd
93 0 Castigo corpus meum, hoc est, advers• … carnē pugno. Theopnil. in los. Castigo corpus meum, hoc est, advers• … carnē pugno. Theopnil. in los. n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, n1 … fw-la fw-la. np1. p-acp fw-la.
95 0 Difference betwixt keeping the body under, and neglecting the body. Difference betwixt keeping the body under, and neglecting the body. n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp, cc vvg dt n1.
108 0 Duties of piety to be done before God. NONLATINALPHABET Duties of piety to be done before God. n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp np1.
109 0 Oraturus sedet, quod non fit rectè nisi in conspecta Dei, hoc est, in intimo cordis. Aug. ad simpl. l. 2. q. 4. Orator sedet, quod non fit rectè nisi in conspecta Dei, hoc est, in intimo Cordis. Aug. ad Simple. l. 2. q. 4. np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-fr j fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la n1. n1 crd sy. crd
111 0 The Lord in speciall the God of Saints. The Lord in special the God of Saints. dt n1 p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n2.
116 0 The Lord is not as an Idol. The Lord is not as an Idol. dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1.
118 0 To seek of God is to pray NONLATINALPHABET To seek of God is to pray pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi
126 0 What a right way is NONLATINALPHABET What a right Way is q-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz
138 0 What to be praied for. 1 Our selves. NONLATINALPHABET What to be prayed for. 1 Our selves. r-crq pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. crd po12 n2.
140 0 2 Our children NONLATINALPHABET 2 Our children crd np1 n2
148 0 3 Our substance NONLATINALPHABET 3 Our substance crd po12 n1
157 0 Te•peralia si desuerint petenda sunt. Bern. de 4. modis erand. Te•peralia si desuerint Petenda sunt. Bern. the 4. modis erand. np1 fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 dt crd fw-la j.
160 0 The resolution of the text. The resolution of the text. dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
171 0 Theologicall observations. Theological observations. np1 n2.
173 0 Rex episcoporū Synodum Constantinopolim convocavit. Socr. l. 5. c. 8. Rex episcoporū Synodum Constantinopolim convocavit. Socr l. 5. c. 8. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd sy. crd
175 0 Observ. 2. Observation 2. np1 crd
179 0 Observ. 3. Observation 3. np1 crd
179 1 Oratio non sit propter jejuniū, sed jejunium propter orationem. Chrys. hom. 15. in Mat. 6. Oratio non sit propter jejuniū, sed Fasting propter orationem. Chrys. hom. 15. in Mathew 6. np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 av-an. crd p-acp np1 crd
186 0 Observ. 4. Observation 4. np1 crd
186 1 Vt nobis mos est pro universis orare, sic & ubi { que } fundimus preces. Theoph. in 1 Tim 2. Vt nobis mos est Pro universis orare, sic & ubi { que } fundimus preces. Theophanes in 1 Time 2. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la. np1 p-acp crd n1 crd
192 0 Observ. 5. Observation 5. np1 crd
193 0 Loquebantur quasi ex uncore: idcirco orantibus fuit impetrabilis & efficax sermo. Cyp. serm. 6. de orat. Dom. Loquebantur quasi ex uncore: Idcirco orantibus fuit impetrabilis & Effective sermon. Cyprus sermon. 6. the Orat. Dom. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc n1 n1. np1 n1. crd dt j. np1
197 0 Ex caetu & congregatione multa est sortitudo. Vbi enim fuerint duo aut tres, &c. Chrys. hom. 10. in Heb. •0, Ex caetu & congregation Multa est sortitudo. Vbi enim fuerint duo Or tres, etc. Chrys. hom. 10. in Hebrew •0, fw-la fw-la cc n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1 av-an. crd p-acp np1 j,
204 0 Observ. 6. Observation 6. np1 crd
210 0 Iejunium si discretione regatur, omnem carnis rebellionem edo•at, &c. extra ordinarios motus in cippo claudit & arctat Cypr. Ser. de Ieju•. Fasting si discretion regatur, omnem carnis rebellionem edo•at, etc. extra ordinarios motus in cippo Claudit & arctat Cyprus Ser. de Ieju•. fw-la fw-mi n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av fw-la n2 fw-la p-acp fw-it n1 cc fw-la np1 np1 fw-fr np1.
214 0 Observ. 7. Observation 7. np1 crd
218 0 Deus omnium mentes voluntates { que } in ipsis adhuc clausi pectoris latebris intuetur. Cypr. Serm. 5. de lapsis Deus omnium mentes Voluntates { que } in Ipse Adhoc clausi Heart latebris intuetur. Cyprus Sermon 5. the Lapsis fw-la fw-la n1 n2 { fw-fr } p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 crd dt n1
222 0 Observ. 8. Observation 8. np1 crd
226 0 Observ. 9. Observation 9. np1 crd
227 0 Quod Deus per suam promisit clementiam per sanctorum implet preces. Hier. Com. in Dan. 9. Quod Deus per suam Promised clementiam per sanctorum Implet preces. Hier. Come in Dan. 9. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la. np1 np1 p-acp np1 crd
231 0 Observ. 10. Observation 10. np1 crd
234 0 Nobi•-ipsis accidit, ut in quodam bivio falleremur, & non iremus per eum locum, ubi operiens transitum nostrum Doxatistarum • … s armata subsederat: at { que } ita factum est, ut eoquo tendeba mus, per devium circuitum veniremus: cognitis { que } infidiis illorum, nos gratularemur errasse, at { que } inde gratias ageremus Leo. Aug. Enchid ad Lau. cap. 17. Nobi•-ipsis accidit, ut in Quodam Bivio falleremur, & non iremus per Eum locum, ubi operiens transitum nostrum Doxatistarum • … s armata subsederat: At { que } ita factum est, ut eoquo tendeba mus, per devium circuitum veniremus: cognitis { que } infidiis Illorum, nos gratularemur errasse, At { que } inde gratias ageremus Leo. Aug. Enchid and Lau. cap. 17. j fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la • … sy fw-la n1: p-acp { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: n1 { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, p-acp { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 cc np1 n1. crd
243 0 Observ. 11. Observation 11. np1 crd
248 0 Observ. 12. Observation 12. np1 crd
261 0 Observ. 13. Observation 13. np1 crd
261 1 Omnia ista bona sunt, & Dei munera sunt. Ne putetis quod aliquis illa poterit dare nisi unus Deus. Aug. Enar in Ps. 35. Omnia ista Bona sunt, & Dei Munera sunt. Ne putetis quod aliquis illa poterit Dare nisi Unus Deus. Aug. Aeneas in Ps. 35. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. ccx fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 p-acp np1 crd
269 0 The generall Doctrine. The general Doctrine. dt j n1.
272 0 The extraordinary case of the Jews. The extraordinary case of the jews. dt j n1 pp-f dt np2.
287 0 The extraordinary means which the Jevvs used. The extraordinary means which the Jews used. dt j n2 r-crq dt np2 vvd.
295 0 Extraordinary cases. 1. Obtaining or regaining blessings. Extraordinary cases. 1. Obtaining or regaining blessings. j n2. crd vvg cc n-vvg n2.
299 0 Speciall blessings extraordinarily praied for. Special blessings extraordinarily prayed for. j n2 av-j vvd p-acp.
304 0 2. Preventing or removing evils. 2. Preventing or removing evils. crd vvg cc vvg n2-jn.
304 1 Hoc est totum quod dicitur malum, i.e. peccatum, & poe•a peccati Aug. de ver relig. c. 11 Hoc est totum quod dicitur malum, i.e. peccatum, & poe•a peccati Aug. de ver relic. c. 11 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la np1 fw-fr fw-la n1. sy. crd
314 0 How judgements to be praied against. How Judgments to be prayed against. c-crq n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp.
316 0 Ipse Dominus frequenter suam mutat sententiam. Nam proposuerat percutere morte & perdere populū, sed postea rogatus à Moyse, reconciliatus est populo suo Ambr Offic. l 3. c. 12. Ipse Dominus frequenter suam Mutat sententiam. Nam proposuerat percutere morte & Perdere populū, sed postea Rogatus à Moyse, reconciliatus est populo Sue Ambrose Office l 3. c. 12. fw-la fw-la jc fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-mi fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 np1 sy crd sy. crd
327 0 Reasons for extraordinary praier. Reasons for extraordinary prayer. n2 p-acp j n1.
327 1 1 Thereby is shewed how we are affected with Gods dealing with us 1 Thereby is showed how we Are affected with God's dealing with us vvn av vbz vvn c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2 vvg p-acp pno12
334 0 Nonne oratio sic tepida est, vel potius frigida, & pene nulla, ut ne { que } hoc in nobis cum dolore advertamus? Aug ad Simplic l. 1. quaest. 2. Nonne oratio sic Tepida est, vel potius Frigida, & pene nulla, ut ne { que } hoc in nobis cum dolore advertamus? Aug and Simple l. 1. Question. 2. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr { fw-fr } fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la? np1 cc j n1 crd vvn. crd
342 0 2 Extraordinary praier is extraordinary powerfull. 2 Extraordinary prayer is extraordinary powerful. crd j n1 vbz j j.
343 0 Ora fortiter, & dic Deo, In necessitatibus erue me. Tunc finiuntur istae necessitates. Aug. Nedib. ep. 71. Ora fortiter, & Die God, In necessitatibus Rescue me. Tunc finiuntur Istae necessitates. Aug. Nedib. Epistle. 71. fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-mi vvb pno11. fw-la fw-la fw-gr vvz. np1 np1. vvb. crd
356 0 Isa. 58. 3. Isaiah 58. 3. np1 crd crd
361 0 3 By extraordinary praier extraordinary honour is done to God. 3 By extraordinary prayer extraordinary honour is done to God. crd p-acp j n1 j n1 vbz vdn p-acp np1.
368 0 Nihil magis agendum est Christian•, quam ut in omni opere ejus Dei gloria praedicetur. Hier. Com. in 1 Cor. 10. Nihil magis agendum est Christian•, quam ut in omni Opere His Dei gloria praedicetur. Hier. Come in 1 Cor. 10. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 p-acp crd np1 crd
371 0 Lamentation for mens sleighting fasts Lamentation for men's Slighting fasts n1 p-acp ng2 vvg n2
380 0 The ground of our monthly fasts. The ground of our monthly fasts. dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2.
391 0 Fasts may be continued while the occasion remains Fasts may be continued while the occasion remains n2 vmb vbi vvn cs dt n1 vvz
396 0 Publike fasts in former times rare, Quid mirum si Christianis temporibus iste mundus tanquam servus jam sciens voluntatem Domini sui & faciens digna plagis vapulat multis Aug. vict. ep. 122. Public fasts in former times rare, Quid Mirum si Christianis temporibus iste World tanquam servus jam sciens voluntatem Domini sui & Faciens Digna plagis vapulat multis Aug. vict. Epistle. 122. j n2 p-acp j n2 j, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la cc n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 vvn. vvb. crd
413 0 Frequent fasts of old in private. Frequent fasts of old in private. j n2 pp-f j p-acp j.
422 0 The weighty occasion of this daies fast. The weighty occasion of this days fast. dt j n1 pp-f d n2 av-j.
425 0 The calamities of these times. The calamities of these times. dt n2 pp-f d n2.
435 0 The necessity of a Treaty. The necessity of a Treaty. dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
445 0 Weighty matters to be treated on. Weighty matters to be treated on. j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp.
446 0 I might hereunto have added the benefits of peace. But these have bin distinctly and largely set down in my Treatise of the Churches conquest, on Exo. 17. 16. §. 96. I might hereunto have added the benefits of peace. But these have been distinctly and largely Set down in my Treatise of the Churches conquest, on Exo. 17. 16. §. 96. pns11 vmd av vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f n1. p-acp d vhb vbn av-j cc av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, p-acp np1 crd crd §. crd
452 0 The great obstacles that lie in the vvay. The great obstacles that lie in the Way. dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1.
460 0 God can overcome all difficulties. God can overcome all difficulties. np1 vmb vvi d n2.
461 0 Isa 40. 4. Isaiah 40. 4. np1 crd crd
463 0 11. 6, 7. 11. 6, 7. crd crd, crd
465 0 God more then ordinarily to be sought unto God more then ordinarily to be sought unto np1 av-dc cs av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp
469 0 Hester cum ha beret necessitatē interveniendi pro populo suo, quem Rex ubicun { que } in regn ejus esset, jusserat trucidari, oravit ad Dominum: cogebat enim eam magna necessitas, &c Aug. de Gra & lib. arb. •. 21. Esther cum would beret necessitatē interveniendi Pro populo Sue, Whom Rex ubicun { que } in regn His esset, jusserat trucidari, Oravit ad Dominum: cogebat enim eam Magna Necessity, etc. Aug. de Gram & lib. arb. •. 21. np1 fw-la uh fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr { fw-fr } p-acp fw-fr fw-la fw-la, vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av np1 fw-fr uh cc n1. n1. •. crd
489 0 Agit omnipotens in cordibus huminum etiam motum voluntatis eorum ut per •os a•at quod per eos agere ipse voluerit. A• … de gra & lib. Arb c. •1. Agit omnipotens in cordibus huminum etiam motum voluntatis Their ut per •os a•at quod per eos agere ipse voluerit. A• … de gra & lib. Arb c. •1. fw-fr fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 … fw-fr fw-mi cc n1. n1 sy. n1.
494 0 Omnium voluntates ita su•t•n Dei potestate, ut eas quo voluerit, quando voluerii faciat iaclinari Aug. de Gra & lib. Arb c. 20. Omnium Voluntates ita su•t•n Dei potestate, ut eas quo voluerit, quando voluerii Faciat iaclinari Aug. de Gram & lib. Arb c. 20. np1 n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la np1 fw-fr uh cc n1. n1 sy. crd