Nehemiah's teares and prayers for Judah's affliction, and the ruines and repaire of Jerusalem. Delivered in a sermon in the Church of Magarets Westminster, before the Honourable House of Commons upon the day of their monethly humiliation, April 24. 1644. By John Greene Master of Arts, late pastour of Pencomb in the countie of Hereford.

Greene, John, Master of Arts
Publisher: Printed by G M for Philemon Stephens and are to be sold at his shop at the golden Lion in Pauls Church yard
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1644
Approximate Era: CivilWar
TCP ID: A85659 ESTC ID: R14498 STC ID: G1822
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Nehemiah I, 3-4; Fast-day sermons -- 17th century; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON PREACHED Before the Honourable House of COMMONS at their Monethly Fast on April 24. 1644. NEHEMIAH 1. 3, 4. A SERMON PREACHED Before the Honourable House of COMMONS At their Monthly Fast on April 24. 1644. NEHEMIAH 1. 3, 4. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j j p-acp np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 And they said unto me, The remnant that are left of the captivitie there in the Province, are in great affliction and reproach: And they said unto me, The remnant that Are left of the captivity there in the Province, Are in great affliction and reproach: cc pns32 vvd p-acp pno11, dt n1 cst vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, vbr p-acp j n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
2 the wall of Ierusalem also is broken down, and the gates thereof burnt with fire. the wall of Ierusalem also is broken down, and the gates thereof burned with fire. dt n1 pp-f np1 av vbz vvn a-acp, cc dt n2 av vvn p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
3 And it came to passe when I heard these words, that I sate downe and wept, And it Come to pass when I herd these words, that I sat down and wept, cc pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi c-crq pns11 vvd d n2, cst pns11 vvd a-acp cc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
4 and mourned certaine dayes, and fasted, and prayed before the God of Heaven. and mourned certain days, and fasted, and prayed before the God of Heaven. cc vvd j n2, cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
5 THe first Verse of the words read (if you look back to that next before) are the answer of Hanani and certain men of Judah unto a question moved by Nehemiah being then in Shushan the Palace, the winterhouse of the Kings of Persia: Josephus relates the storie thus: THe First Verse of the words read (if you look back to that next before) Are the answer of Hanani and certain men of Judah unto a question moved by Nehemiah being then in Susa the Palace, the winterhouse of the Kings of Persiam: Josephus relates the story thus: dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 vvd (cs pn22 vvb av p-acp d ord p-acp) vbr dt n1 pp-f np1 cc j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 vbg av p-acp np1 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: np1 vvz dt n1 av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
6 Nehemiah meeting certaine strangers entring the gates of the Citie Shushan, perceiving them to have come a long journey, Nehemiah meeting certain Strangers entering the gates of the city Susa, perceiving them to have come a long journey, np1 vvg j n2 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, vvg pno32 pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
7 and hearing them speaking one to another in the Hebrew tongue, he demanded of them whence they came, they answering that they came out of Judea, he puts a two-fold question unto them, one how it stood with the people of the Jewes, that were returned out of the captivitie, and hearing them speaking one to Another in the Hebrew tongue, he demanded of them whence they Come, they answering that they Come out of Judea, he puts a twofold question unto them, one how it stood with the people of the Jews, that were returned out of the captivity, cc vvg pno32 vvg pi p-acp j-jn p-acp dt njp n1, pns31 vvd pp-f pno32 c-crq pns32 vvd, pns32 vvg cst pns32 vvd av pp-f np1, pns31 vvz dt n1 n1 p-acp pno32, crd c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cst vbdr vvn av pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
8 and then in the province of Judea; the other what the condition of Jerusalem: and then in the province of Judea; the other what the condition of Jerusalem: cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n-jn r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
9 And in the former words of the Text they give answer to both (and it was a sad answer) for the Jewes that came out of the captivitie, they are in a very miserable condition, in great affliction and reproach, under many hard pressures, full of scorne and contempt, And in the former words of the Text they give answer to both (and it was a sad answer) for the Jews that Come out of the captivity, they Are in a very miserable condition, in great affliction and reproach, under many hard pressures, full of scorn and contempt, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d (cc pn31 vbds dt j n1) p-acp dt np2 cst vvd av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp dt j j n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1, p-acp d j n2, j pp-f n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
10 and for Jerusalem it remaines still in its old ruines, the wals continue broken downe, the gates burnt with fire; and for Jerusalem it remains still in its old ruins, the walls continue broken down, the gates burned with fire; cc p-acp np1 pn31 vvz av p-acp po31 j n2, dt n2 vvb vvn a-acp, dt n2 vvn p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
11 and if we shall adde to these the time when this report was made, which will appeare by comparing the first verse of this Chapter with the first of the second, to have been in the twentieth yeare of Artaxerxes the King, we have, and if we shall add to these the time when this report was made, which will appear by comparing the First verse of this Chapter with the First of the second, to have been in the twentieth year of Artaxerxes the King, we have, cc cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp vvg dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f dt ord, pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, pns12 vhb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
12 as I conceive, the summe of that which the former verse holds out. as I conceive, the sum of that which the former verse holds out. c-acp pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f d r-crq dt j n1 vvz av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
13 In the latter you may see how this sad report affected Nehemiah, it put him also into a sad condition, In the latter you may see how this sad report affected Nehemiah, it put him also into a sad condition, p-acp dt d pn22 vmb vvi c-crq d j n1 vvn np1, pn31 vvd pno31 av p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
14 when he heard how it was with the people, how with Jerusalem, he wept and mourned, when he herd how it was with the people, how with Jerusalem, he wept and mourned, c-crq pns31 vvd c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, c-crq p-acp np1, pns31 vvd cc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
15 and it was not a little suddain melancholick fit for a time, but it held out certain dayes; and it was not a little sudden melancholic fit for a time, but it held out certain days; cc pn31 vbds xx dt j j j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vvd av j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
16 and to shew that this mourning of his was reall, did really affect him, that it came indeed from bowels of pitie and compassion towards the people and the citie, it put him upon those meanes, that (if any) would minister reliefe to the citie and people, and to show that this mourning of his was real, did really affect him, that it Come indeed from bowels of pity and compassion towards the people and the City, it put him upon those means, that (if any) would minister relief to the City and people, cc pc-acp vvi cst d n1 pp-f png31 vbds j, vdd av-j vvi pno31, cst pn31 vvd av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp d n2, cst (cs d) vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
17 and make way for their freedome from former pressures, and expedite the repaire of present ruines: and make Way for their freedom from former pressures, and expedite the repair of present ruins: cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp j n2, cc n1 dt n1 pp-f j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
18 And these are two, he fasted and he prayed, and in the latter you may consider unto whom he prayes, to the God of heaven, And these Are two, he fasted and he prayed, and in the latter you may Consider unto whom he prays, to the God of heaven, cc d vbr crd, pns31 vvd cc pns31 vvd, cc p-acp dt d pn22 vmb vvi p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
19 if you looke to the last verse of this Chapter, you shall finde Nehemiahs maine request was to the King, that he might finde favour in his sight, his suit was to a man on earth (so he calleth him in that verse, this man) yet he goes to heaven for the obtaining of it, if you look to the last verse of this Chapter, you shall find Nehemiah's main request was to the King, that he might find favour in his sighed, his suit was to a man on earth (so he calls him in that verse, this man) yet he Goes to heaven for the obtaining of it, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, pn22 vmb vvi njp2 j n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 (av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d n1, d n1) av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
20 as knowing it would little availe him to goe unto the King, unlesse he went first unto God to move the Kings heart, he had small hope that his petition could speed with man, which had not first been presented unto God. as knowing it would little avail him to go unto the King, unless he went First unto God to move the Kings heart, he had small hope that his petition could speed with man, which had not First been presented unto God. c-acp vvg pn31 vmd av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvd ord p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, pns31 vhd j n1 cst po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vhd xx ord vbn vvn p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
21 Here is ground you see for varietie of observations, I shall doe, as you use, Here is ground you see for variety of observations, I shall do, as you use, av vbz n1 pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vmb vdi, c-acp pn22 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
22 when you goe to a shop furnished with choice of severall wares, you will not take all that may be had, when you go to a shop furnished with choice of several wares, you will not take all that may be had, c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi d cst vmb vbi vhn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
23 but only such as best fit your occasions; but only such as best fit your occasions; cc-acp av-j d c-acp js n1 po22 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
24 So shall I by Gods assistance out of this varietie observable from the Text, endeavour to single out what I conceive will best suit with our present times ▪ and somewhat further the duties of this day. So shall I by God's assistance out of this variety observable from the Text, endeavour to single out what I conceive will best suit with our present times ▪ and somewhat further the duties of this day. av vmb pns11 p-acp ng1 n1 av pp-f d n1 j p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp j av r-crq pns11 vvb vmb av-js vvi p-acp po12 j n2 ▪ cc av av-jc dt n2 pp-f d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
25 You shall heare the Lord before the Captivitie making a gratious promise by the Prophet Jeremiah unto the people of the Jewes; You shall hear the Lord before the Captivity making a gracious promise by the Prophet Jeremiah unto the people of the Jews; pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
26 when 70 ▪ yeares are accomplished at Babylon, I will visit you, and performe my good word towards you, in causing you to return to this place, when 70 ▪ Years Are accomplished At Babylon, I will visit you, and perform my good word towards you, in causing you to return to this place, c-crq crd ▪ ng2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cc vvi po11 j n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp vvg pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
27 for I know the thoughts, that I think towards you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, for I know the thoughts, that I think towards you, Says the Lord, thoughts of peace, c-acp pns11 vvb dt n2, cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvz dt n1, n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
28 and not of evill, to give you an expected end. and not of evil, to give you an expected end. cc xx pp-f j-jn, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j-vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
29 Here was a pretious Promise made before they knew the miserie, that should make them stand in need of such a Promise: Here was a precious Promise made before they knew the misery, that should make them stand in need of such a Promise: av vbds dt j n1 vvn c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1, cst vmd vvi pno32 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
30 And the Lord began to make this good, when in the first yeere of Cyrus, according to that Promise, the Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus by Proclamation to grant free liberty unto all the people ▪ to goe up unto Jerusalem, and to build the Temple: And the Lord began to make this good, when in the First year of Cyrus, according to that Promise, the Lord stirred up the Spirit of Cyrus by Proclamation to grant free liberty unto all the people ▪ to go up unto Jerusalem, and to built the Temple: cc dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi d j, c-crq p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp cst vvb, dt n1 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d dt n1 ▪ pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
31 And if you goe to verse the fifth, you shall see how fairely the work proceeded, The Lord stirred up also the spirits of the chiefe of the fathers of Judah, And if you go to verse the fifth, you shall see how fairly the work proceeded, The Lord stirred up also the spirits of the chief of the Father's of Judah, cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1 dt ord, pn22 vmb vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 vvd, dt n1 vvd a-acp av dt n2 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
32 and Benjamin, and the Priests, and the Levites, with all them whose spirit God had raised, to goe up, to build the house of the Lord, which is in Jerusalem. and Benjamin, and the Priests, and the Levites, with all them whose Spirit God had raised, to go up, to built the house of the Lord, which is in Jerusalem. cc np1, cc dt n2, cc dt np2, p-acp d pno32 r-crq n1 np1 vhd vvn, pc-acp vvi a-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
33 And yet many yeares after (as you shall heare in the following passages) comes this sad report to Nehemiah, that all was at a stand for Jerusalem, The remnant of the people that are left were in great affliction and reproach: And yet many Years After (as you shall hear in the following passages) comes this sad report to Nehemiah, that all was At a stand for Jerusalem, The remnant of the people that Are left were in great affliction and reproach: cc av d n2 p-acp (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n2) vvz d j n1 p-acp np1, cst d vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbr vvn vbdr p-acp j n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
34 the wall of the citie remained broken downe, and the gates thereof burnt with fire. the wall of the City remained broken down, and the gates thereof burned with fire. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd vvn a-acp, cc dt n2 av vvn p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
35 An expected end God had promised, and questionlesse the people of the Jewes had long looked for the accomplishment of this promise, an expected end God had promised, and questionless the people of the Jews had long looked for the accomplishment of this promise, dt j-vvn n1 np1 vhd vvn, cc j dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vhd av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
36 but it must not come yet, they had more affliction to suffer, the wals of Jerusalem must remaine longer in their ruines, but it must not come yet, they had more affliction to suffer, the walls of Jerusalem must remain longer in their ruins, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi av, pns32 vhd av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
37 and the gates in their ashes. and the gates in their Ashes. cc dt n2 p-acp po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
38 Thus we shall find the Lord often dealing with his Church and people, they seldome injoy any great blessing, Thus we shall find the Lord often dealing with his Church and people, they seldom enjoy any great blessing, av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 av vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns32 av vvi d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
39 or enter upon the fruition of any speciall promised mercie, but it costs them deare: or enter upon the fruition of any special promised mercy, but it costs them deer: cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j-vvn n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz pno32 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
40 God made a mercifull Promise to Abraham, that he would give him and his posteritie that goodly land of Canaan, God made a merciful Promise to Abraham, that he would give him and his posterity that goodly land of Canaan, np1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 cc po31 n1 cst j n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
41 yet they must pay deare for this before they had it, Know of a surety, (saith God) that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs, yet they must pay deer for this before they had it, Know of a surety, (Says God) that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs, av pns32 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp d c-acp pns32 vhd pn31, vvb pp-f dt n1, (vvz np1) d po21 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz xx png32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
42 and they shall serve them, and they shall afflict them foure hundred yeares. They must not look to have so pleasant and fruitfull a land for nothing; and they shall serve them, and they shall afflict them foure hundred Years. They must not look to have so pleasant and fruitful a land for nothing; cc pns32 vmb vvi pno32, cc pns32 vmb vvi pno32 crd crd n2. pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vhi av j cc j dt n1 p-acp pix; (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
43 No it must cost them deare, many yeares hard service, a great deale of affliction, they must go through an iron furnace, so is Egypt called, represented (as it may seeme) to Abraham in his vision in that smoaking furnace: another instance may be that of Joseph, who was assured that he should have the honour which his dreames had promised, No it must cost them deer, many Years hard service, a great deal of affliction, they must go through an iron furnace, so is Egypt called, represented (as it may seem) to Abraham in his vision in that smoking furnace: Another instance may be that of Joseph, who was assured that he should have the honour which his dreams had promised, dx pn31 vmb vvi pno32 av-jn, d n2 j n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, av vbz np1 vvn, vvn (c-acp pn31 vmb vvi) p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1: j-jn n1 vmb vbi d pp-f np1, r-crq vbds vvn cst pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 r-crq po31 n2 vhd vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
44 but it must cost him his being sold for a servant, his casting into prison, his feet hurt with fetters, he was laid in it on, but it must cost him his being sold for a servant, his casting into prison, his feet hurt with fetters, he was laid in it on, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno31 po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, po31 vvg p-acp n1, po31 n2 vvn p-acp n2, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31 a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
45 or as the margent, his soule came into iron, and hitherto he was brought into a far lower condition, or as the margin, his soul Come into iron, and hitherto he was brought into a Far lower condition, cc p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vvd p-acp n1, cc av pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt av-j jc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
46 then he was at the time of his dreames, yet see the over-ruling Providence of the most wise God so disposing, that every descent into a lower condition, was made unto him as a staire to ascend unto that honour which his dreames had promised. then he was At the time of his dreams, yet see the overruling Providence of the most wise God so disposing, that every descent into a lower condition, was made unto him as a stair to ascend unto that honour which his dreams had promised. cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, av vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1 av vvg, cst d n1 p-acp dt jc n1, vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq po31 n2 vhd vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
47 To come neerer unto our selves, and that which concernes the Church in this latter age of the world, there was a glorious Promise made to the Church by that Evangelicall Prophet Isay, Behold, I create new heavens, To come nearer unto our selves, and that which concerns the Church in this latter age of the world, there was a glorious Promise made to the Church by that Evangelical Prophet Saiah, Behold, I create new heavens, pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp po12 n2, cc cst r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp d d n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbds dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp cst np1 n1 np1, vvb, pns11 vvb j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
48 and a new earth, and the former shall not be remembred, nor come into minde. But be you glad and rejoyce for ever, in that which I create. and a new earth, and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind. But be you glad and rejoice for ever, in that which I create. cc dt j n1, cc dt j vmb xx vbi vvn, ccx vvi p-acp n1. cc-acp vbb pn22 j cc vvi p-acp av, p-acp d r-crq pns11 vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
49 And John the Propheticall Evangelist gives the Church such assurance of this, as if he had then seene it performed, I saw a new heaven and a new earth: And John the Prophetical Evangelist gives the Church such assurance of this, as if he had then seen it performed, I saw a new heaven and a new earth: cc np1 dt j np1 vvz dt n1 d n1 pp-f d, c-acp cs pns31 vhd av vvn pn31 vvn, pns11 vvd dt j n1 cc dt j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
50 for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away. for the First heaven and the First earth were passed away. c-acp dt ord n1 cc dt ord n1 vbdr vvn av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
51 And I John saw the holy citie, new Jerusalem comming downe from God out of heaven. And I John saw the holy City, new Jerusalem coming down from God out of heaven. cc pns11 np1 vvd dt j n1, j np1 vvg a-acp p-acp np1 av pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
52 And the Church expecteth the accomplishment hereof, We, saith the Apostle, according to his Promise, look for new heavens, And the Church Expects the accomplishment hereof, We, Says the Apostle, according to his Promise, look for new heavens, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 av, pns12, vvz dt n1, vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
53 and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousnesse. It is now the Churches expectation, we looke with John to see this new heaven, and a new earth, wherein dwells righteousness. It is now the Churches expectation, we look with John to see this new heaven, cc dt j n1, q-crq vvz n1. pn31 vbz av dt ng1 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
54 and new earth, and to behold that holy Citie comming downe from Heaven, we hope the Lord at this present is about this worke: and new earth, and to behold that holy city coming down from Heaven, we hope the Lord At this present is about this work: cc j n1, cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 vvg a-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
55 but goe back to the former part of this prophecie, and you shall finde, that the Church must not have this new heaven and new earth, till it hath paid deare for them, you may see from the eighth Chapter to this 21. what the Church paid for this before she had it; but go back to the former part of this prophecy, and you shall find, that the Church must not have this new heaven and new earth, till it hath paid deer for them, you may see from the eighth Chapter to this 21. what the Church paid for this before she had it; cc-acp vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vmb xx vhi d j n1 cc j n1, c-acp pn31 vhz vvn j-jn p-acp pno32, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp d crd r-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp d c-acp pns31 vhd pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
56 I will instance only in the 12. and 13. Chapters, in the former you have a great red dragon, that is, I will instance only in the 12. and 13. Chapters, in the former you have a great read dragon, that is, pns11 vmb n1 av-j p-acp dt crd cc crd n2, p-acp dt j pn22 vhb dt j j-jn n1, cst vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
57 as our best Interpreters take it, the Devill, and what mischiefe he did to the Church, you may find in severall passages of that Chapter, he stood before the woman, which was to be delivered, as our best Interpreters take it, the devil, and what mischief he did to the Church, you may find in several passages of that Chapter, he stood before the woman, which was to be Delivered, c-acp po12 js n2 vvb pn31, dt n1, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
58 for to devoure her childe as soon as it was borne, not being able to devoure the childe, he persecuted the woman which brought forth the man childe, casting out of his mouth water as a floud after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away of the floud, for to devour her child as soon as it was born, not being able to devour the child, he persecuted the woman which brought forth the man child, casting out of his Mouth water as a flood After the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away of the flood, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 c-acp av c-acp pn31 vbds vvn, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vvn dt n1 r-crq vvd av dt n1 n1, vvg av pp-f po31 n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
59 and when no prevailing against her, he went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keepe the Commandements of God, and when no prevailing against her, he went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, cc c-crq dx j-vvg p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
60 and have the testimonie of Jesus Christ. and have the testimony of jesus christ. cc vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
61 In the next Chapter there is one beast rising out of the sea, having seven heads and ten hornes, the heathenish Romane Empire, And to him it was given to make war with the Saints, In the next Chapter there is one beast rising out of the sea, having seven Heads and ten horns, the Heathenish Roman Empire, And to him it was given to make war with the Saints, p-acp dt ord n1 a-acp vbz crd n1 vvg av pp-f dt n1, vhg crd n2 cc crd n2, dt j jp n1, cc p-acp pno31 pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
62 and to overcome them, ver. 7. in ver. 11. there is another beast rising out of the earth, the Papacie, which had the power of the first beast, and to overcome them, ver. 7. in ver. 11. there is Another beast rising out of the earth, the Papacy, which had the power of the First beast, cc pc-acp vvi pno32, fw-la. crd p-acp fw-la. crd a-acp vbz j-jn n1 vvg av pp-f dt n1, dt n1, r-crq vhd dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
63 and did by many lying wonders deceive them that dwell on the earth; and did by many lying wonders deceive them that dwell on the earth; cc vdd p-acp d j-vvg n2 vvi pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
64 what the Church hath suffered by the crueltie and subtiltie of these two beasts, the histories of the Church doe abundantly manifest: what the Church hath suffered by the cruelty and subtlety of these two beasts, the histories of the Church do abundantly manifest: r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb av-j vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
65 It cost the Primitive times the tortures and bloud of many thousand Martyrs before truth and peace setled by Constantine and Theodosius ▪ I need not tell you what our owne Kingdome, Germanie and France paid for the beginning of Reformation. It cost the Primitive times the tortures and blood of many thousand Martyrs before truth and peace settled by Constantine and Theodosius ▪ I need not tell you what our own Kingdom, Germany and France paid for the beginning of Reformation. pn31 vvd dt j n2 dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d crd n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc np1 ▪ pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 r-crq po12 d n1, np1 cc np1 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
66 If you would have my thoughts, why the Lord in his wisdome selleth his choice mercies at so deare a rate, I conceive it may be, 1. To try what esteem his Church hath of those mercies it looks for; If you would have my thoughts, why the Lord in his Wisdom Selleth his choice Mercies At so deer a rate, I conceive it may be, 1. To try what esteem his Church hath of those Mercies it looks for; cs pn22 vmd vhi po11 n2, c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz po31 j n2 p-acp av j-jn dt n1, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi, crd p-acp vvi r-crq n1 po31 n1 vhz pp-f d n2 pn31 vvz p-acp; (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
67 the Church of God in all places expects great mercies, we of this land at this time look for speciall favours, we look for the Reformation of what is amisse in Church and State, the Church of God in all places expects great Mercies, we of this land At this time look for special favours, we look for the Reformation of what is amiss in Church and State, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vvz j n2, pns12 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 vvb p-acp j n2, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av p-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
68 for an establishment of Truth and Peace, the Lord now would trie how we esteeme these, for an establishment of Truth and Peace, the Lord now would try how we esteem these, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 av vmd vvi c-crq pns12 vvb d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
69 how we prize them, what we are willing to pay for the injoyment of them, we will not give much for that which we value at little, large offers argue an high esteeme: how we prize them, what we Are willing to pay for the enjoyment of them, we will not give much for that which we valve At little, large offers argue an high esteem: c-crq pns12 vvb pno32, r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns12 vmb xx vvi d p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j, j n2 vvb dt j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
70 God is now trying the hearts of England, great matters are expected, but how doe we prize them? surely it cannot be better knowne, God is now trying the hearts of England, great matters Are expected, but how do we prize them? surely it cannot be better known, np1 vbz av vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, j n2 vbr vvn, cc-acp q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pno32? av-j pn31 vmbx vbi av-jc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
71 then by what we will give for the purchase of them: then by what we will give for the purchase of them: av p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
72 Will we part with all to injoy them? Doe we thinke our whole estates, our children, our neerest friends, our dearest bloud not too deare a price to pay for them? It is an undoubted evidence, that we highly prize those things which we neither will nor can want whatsoever they cost us, Will we part with all to enjoy them? Do we think our Whole estates, our children, our nearest Friends, our dearest blood not too deer a price to pay for them? It is an undoubted evidence, that we highly prize those things which we neither will nor can want whatsoever they cost us, vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi pno32? vdb pns12 vvb po12 j-jn n2, po12 n2, po12 js n2, po12 js-jn n1 xx av j-jn dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst pns12 av-j vvb d n2 r-crq pns12 av-d vmb ccx vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vvd pno12, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
73 when all that we have, and more if we had it, shall freely goe for them, when all that we have, and more if we had it, shall freely go for them, c-crq d cst pns12 vhb, cc av-dc cs pns12 vhd pn31, vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
74 and questionlesse that wise merchant could no way so fully manifest his esteeme of the pearle to be more worth then all he had, and questionless that wise merchant could no Way so Fully manifest his esteem of the pearl to be more worth then all he had, cc j cst j n1 vmd dx n1 av av-j vvi po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs d pns31 vhd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
75 then when he sold all that he had, and bought it. then when he sold all that he had, and bought it. av c-crq pns31 vvd d cst pns31 vhd, cc vvd pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
76 The Lord doth this to worke a greater esteeme of these mercies, when he is pleased to bestow them: The Lord does this to work a greater esteem of these Mercies, when he is pleased to bestow them: dt n1 vdz d pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
77 health is much prized by all, but more by those that have lyen many yeeres upon the bed of languishing: health is much prized by all, but more by those that have lyen many Years upon the Bed of languishing: n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp d, cc-acp av-dc p-acp d cst vhb vvn d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
78 Libertie is sweet unto and desireable of all, but most of those that have knowne the hardship of a long imprisonment; Liberty is sweet unto and desirable of all, but most of those that have known the hardship of a long imprisonment; n1 vbz j p-acp cc j pp-f d, cc-acp ds pp-f d cst vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
79 the violence and danger of a storme makes a safe harbour the more welcome: the violence and danger of a storm makes a safe harbour the more welcome: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j n1 dt av-dc j-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
80 the diseased woman that was cured of her issue of twelve yeares continuance, would have taken it for a great favour, the diseased woman that was cured of her issue of twelve Years Continuance, would have taken it for a great favour, dt j-vvn n1 cst vbds vvn pp-f po31 n1 pp-f crd ng2 n1, vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
81 if any of the Physitians she made use of could have cured her, but when she had spent all, if any of the Physicians she made use of could have cured her, but when she had spent all, cs d pp-f dt n2 pns31 vvd n1 pp-f vmd vhi vvn pno31, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
82 and found her selfe not the better, but the worse, then Christ to come and heale her without any further cost or pains but only the touch of the hemme of his garment, could not but work in her a greater and more thankfull esteeme of her cure: and found her self not the better, but the Worse, then christ to come and heal her without any further cost or pains but only the touch of the hem of his garment, could not but work in her a greater and more thankful esteem of her cure: cc vvd po31 n1 xx dt jc, cc-acp dt jc, cs np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp d jc n1 cc n2 cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd xx cc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt jc cc av-dc j n1 pp-f po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
83 The impotent man at the poole Bethesda, that had an infirmitie thirtie eight yeeres, would have been very glad if any man would have helped him into the water, The impotent man At the pool Bethesda, that had an infirmity thirtie eight Years, would have been very glad if any man would have helped him into the water, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cst vhd dt n1 crd crd n2, vmd vhi vbn av j cs d n1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
84 when the Angel troubled it, and it was his complaint to Christ, that he could find no such favour from any, when the Angel troubled it, and it was his complaint to christ, that he could find no such favour from any, c-crq dt n1 vvd pn31, cc pn31 vbds po31 n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dx d n1 p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
85 now when after so long waiting, man would doe nothing for him, for Christ to come and heale him with a word, it could not but work in him an high esteeme of that comfortable healing: now when After so long waiting, man would do nothing for him, for christ to come and heal him with a word, it could not but work in him an high esteem of that comfortable healing: av c-crq p-acp av av-j vvg, n1 vmd vdi pix p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmd xx cc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 dt j n1 pp-f cst j n-vvg: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
86 Abraham much desired a child, and so desired, that when God told him, I am thy exceeding great reward, he replies, Abraham much desired a child, and so desired, that when God told him, I am thy exceeding great reward, he replies, np1 av-d vvd dt n1, cc av vvd, cst c-crq np1 vvd pno31, pns11 vbm po21 av-vvg j n1, pns31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
87 Alas, Lord, What wilt thou give me, seeing I goe childlesse? as if all that God could doe for him was nothing, till God gave him a childe: Alas, Lord, What wilt thou give me, seeing I go childless? as if all that God could do for him was nothing, till God gave him a child: uh, n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pno11, vvg pns11 vvb j? c-acp cs d cst np1 vmd vdi p-acp pno31 vbds pix, c-acp np1 vvd pno31 dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
88 The Lord did at length give him a childe, but it was when Abraham and Sarah were out of all hope, The Lord did At length give him a child, but it was when Abraham and Sarah were out of all hope, dt n1 vdd p-acp n1 vvb pno31 dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds c-crq np1 cc np1 vbdr av pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
89 and see how this affected both their hearts, the Text saith, Abraham laughed at the promise, he grew to such an excesse of joy, that he could not containe himselfe from laughter: and see how this affected both their hearts, the Text Says, Abraham laughed At the promise, he grew to such an excess of joy, that he could not contain himself from laughter: cc vvb c-crq d vvd d po32 n2, dt n1 vvz, np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi px31 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
90 and Sarah when the Promise was made good, and Isaac borne, God, saith she, hath made me to laugh: and Sarah when the Promise was made good, and Isaac born, God, Says she, hath made me to laugh: cc np1 c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn j, cc np1 vvn, np1, vvz pns31, vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
91 though her former laughter proceeded from unbeliefe, yet this from joy; though her former laughter proceeded from unbelief, yet this from joy; c-acp po31 j n1 vvd p-acp n1, av d p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
92 and to shew the height of joy, whereunto this mercie had raised them, their son must beare the name of their joy, be called Isaac, that is, Laughter, Gen. 21. 3. It is ordinarie with us, what costs little, we doe not usually esteeme much, and we can easily part with it; and to show the height of joy, whereunto this mercy had raised them, their son must bear the name of their joy, be called Isaac, that is, Laughter, Gen. 21. 3. It is ordinary with us, what costs little, we do not usually esteem much, and we can Easily part with it; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d n1 vhd vvn pno32, po32 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vbb vvn np1, cst vbz, n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12, r-crq vvz j, pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi d, cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
93 our common Proverbe, Lightly come, lightly goe: our Common Proverb, Lightly come, lightly go: po12 j n1, av-j vvn, av-j vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
94 but such an estate, such an house cost me so many thousands the purchase, so much in building, but such an estate, such an house cost me so many thousands the purchase, so much in building, p-acp d dt n1, d dt n1 vvb pno11 av d crd dt n1, av av-d p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
95 so much in furnishing, and other accommodations for my content, so that I laid out my whole estate, so much in furnishing, and other accommodations for my content, so that I laid out my Whole estate, av av-d p-acp vvg, cc j-jn n2 p-acp po11 n1, av cst pns11 vvd av po11 j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
96 nay, hazarded my life in running through some dangers to compasse it, what part with this? No, I will rather part with my life then forgoe this: nay, hazarded my life in running through Some dangers to compass it, what part with this? No, I will rather part with my life then forgo this: uh-x, vvd po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq n1 p-acp d? uh-dx, pns11 vmb av-c vvi p-acp po11 n1 av vvi d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
97 Surely, I am perswaded, that Reformation, just Liberties, and Priviledges, with other Mercies we now expect, Surely, I am persuaded, that Reformation, just Liberties, and Privileges, with other mercies we now expect, av-j, pns11 vbm vvn, cst n1, j n2, cc n2, p-acp j-jn n2 pns12 av vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
98 if the Lord please to give unto us our expected end; if the Lord please to give unto us our expected end; cs dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 po12 j-vvn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
99 or if this favour denyed to us, yet vouchsafed to our posteritie, I am perswaded (I say) that we and they will farre more prize and esteeme these, by how much more they cost our fore-fathers and our selves such losse in estates, or if this favour denied to us, yet vouchsafed to our posterity, I am persuaded (I say) that we and they will Far more prize and esteem these, by how much more they cost our Forefathers and our selves such loss in estates, cc cs d n1 vvn p-acp pno12, av vvn p-acp po12 n1, pns11 vbm vvn (pns11 vvb) cst pns12 cc pns32 vmb av-j dc n1 cc vvi d, p-acp c-crq av-d av-dc pns32 vvd po12 n2 cc po12 n2 d n1 p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
100 so much bloud to purchase and obtaine them at Gods hand: so much blood to purchase and obtain them At God's hand: av d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp npg1 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
101 Is not then that done for Religion, for Reformation, the assurance of just Liberties, and after Peace which we expect, Is not then that done for Religion, for Reformation, the assurance of just Liberties, and After Peace which we expect, vbz xx av d vdn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc p-acp n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
102 and for which we have long pray'd, yea, and pai'd much also, surely it is to be feared, and for which we have long prayed, yea, and paid much also, surely it is to be feared, cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvd, uh, cc vvd d av, av-j pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
103 and we may probably conceive, that we are not yet come to Gods price, England and Ireland must both bid more and abide more, and we may probably conceive, that we Are not yet come to God's price, England and Ireland must both bid more and abide more, cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst pns12 vbr xx av vvn p-acp ng1 n1, np1 cc np1 vmb av-d vvi dc cc vvi av-dc, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
104 before they enter upon those great desired mercies. before they enter upon those great desired Mercies. c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d j j-vvn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
105 Hath it cost us much of our estates alreadie? 'tis somewhat probable it must cost us more, suppose our whole estates, Hath it cost us much of our estates already? it's somewhat probable it must cost us more, suppose our Whole estates, vhz pn31 vvd pno12 d pp-f po12 n2 av? pn31|vbz av j pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dc, vvb po12 j-jn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
106 nay, our lives, yet that pearle in the Gospel, the Kingdome of God in its power and puritie will prove more worth then all. nay, our lives, yet that pearl in the Gospel, the Kingdom of God in its power and purity will prove more worth then all. uh-x, po12 n2, av d n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av-dc j cs d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
107 It is a wonder to see too many hazarding the losse of heaven to leave a great uncertaine estate to their posteritie on earth, It is a wonder to see too many hazarding the loss of heaven to leave a great uncertain estate to their posterity on earth, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt j j n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
108 and shall we thinke much at the cost of our purses, nay, of our lives, and shall we think much At the cost of our purses, nay, of our lives, cc vmb pns12 vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, uh-x, pp-f po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
109 if God call for them, to leave unto a Kingdome, to a Church, to succeeding ages a more cleare and prevailing way and meanes to that immortall inheritance, that is prepared and reserved for the Saints in Heaven. if God call for them, to leave unto a Kingdom, to a Church, to succeeding ages a more clear and prevailing Way and means to that immortal inheritance, that is prepared and reserved for the Saints in Heaven. cs np1 vvb p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-vvg n2 dt av-dc j cc j-vvg n1 cc n2 p-acp d j n1, cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
110 Souldiers will never grudge the hazard of limmes, of life, so they may get the victorie, Soldiers will never grudge the hazard of limbs, of life, so they may get the victory, n2 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, pp-f n1, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
111 and what should dishearten or dismay any who•e hearts the Lord hath inclined to further the work in hand, willingly and cheerfully to lay out themselves, and what should dishearten or dismay any who•e hearts the Lord hath inclined to further the work in hand, willingly and cheerfully to lay out themselves, cc q-crq vmd vvi cc vvi d j n2 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp jc dt n1 p-acp n1, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi av px32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
112 and what they have in their power, whereby they may help the Lamb to overcome, and what they have in their power, whereby they may help the Lamb to overcome, cc r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
113 and to set Christ upon his Throne, that this and all the Kingdomes of the earth may be his, who is the King of kings, and Lord of lords. and to Set christ upon his Throne, that this and all the Kingdoms of the earth may be his, who is the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst d cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi png31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
114 It is storied of Epaminondas that having received by a speare his deaths wound in the battell betwixt the Thebans and Lacedemonians, the speare head remained in the wound till he heard that his armie had gotten the victorie, It is storied of Epaminondas that having received by a spear his death's wound in the battle betwixt the Thebans and Lacedaemonians, the spear head remained in the wound till he herd that his army had got the victory, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f npg1 cst vhg vvn p-acp dt n1 po31 ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt njp2 cc njp2, dt n1 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd cst po31 n1 vhd vvn dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
115 and then he rejoycingly commanded it to be plucked out, his bloud and life issuing forth together, with these words, Satis vixi, invictus enim moriar, I have lived enough that die unconquer'd: and then he rejoicingly commanded it to be plucked out, his blood and life issuing forth together, with these words, Satis Vixi, invictus enim moriar, I have lived enough that die unconquered: cc av pns31 av-vvg vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn av, po31 n1 cc n1 vvg av av, p-acp d n2, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns11 vhb vvn d cst vvb j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
116 and being told a little before his death that however he had lost his life, and being told a little before his death that however he had lost his life, cc vbg vvn dt j p-acp po31 n1 cst c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
117 yet his shield was safe, he cryes out by way of exulting, Vester Epaminondas cum sic moritur, non moritur, your Epaminondas thus dying, doth not die. yet his shield was safe, he cries out by Way of exulting, Vester Epaminondas cum sic moritur, non moritur, your Epaminondas thus dying, does not die. av po31 n1 vbds j, pns31 vvz av p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, np1 np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, po22 np1 av vvg, vdz xx vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
118 There is no shield like that of faith, and if the heart be right, he may die with comfort in that cause, which preserves life in the doctrine of faith, leaves that safe and entire: There is no shield like that of faith, and if the heart be right, he may die with Comfort in that cause, which preserves life in the Doctrine of faith, leaves that safe and entire: pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j d pp-f n1, cc cs dt n1 vbb j-jn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz d j cc j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
119 Oh tell me, is it not an estate well weakned, that strengthens the power of Religion? is it not a life well lost, that helpes to save the life of truth? and yet a life so lost (if we dare take Christs Word) is not lost, O tell me, is it not an estate well weakened, that strengthens the power of Religion? is it not a life well lost, that helps to save the life of truth? and yet a life so lost (if we Dare take Christ Word) is not lost, uh vvb pno11, vbz pn31 xx dt n1 av vvn, cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 av vvn, cst vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? cc av dt n1 av vvn (cs pns12 vvb vvb npg1 n1) vbz xx vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
120 but saved, Whosoever shall lose his life for my sake, and the Gospels, shall save it: but saved, Whosoever shall loose his life for my sake, and the Gospels, shall save it: cc-acp vvd, r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc dt ng1, vmb vvi pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
121 since then we heare what Gods people have paid for such mercies as we expect, since then we hear what God's people have paid for such Mercies as we expect, c-acp cs pns12 vvb r-crq npg1 n1 vhb vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp pns12 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
122 if we have not hitherto received what we desire ▪ let us think, we are not yet come to that price which God lookes for, if we have not hitherto received what we desire ▪ let us think, we Are not yet come to that price which God looks for, cs pns12 vhb xx av vvn r-crq pns12 vvb ▪ vvb pno12 vvi, pns12 vbr xx av vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
123 and which these great mercies must cost before we have them. and which these great Mercies must cost before we have them. cc r-crq d j n2 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vhb pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
124 Again, when the Lord was about the raising up and imploying good Nehemiah for perfecting the worke of the Courts of the Temple, Again, when the Lord was about the raising up and employing good Nehemiah for perfecting the work of the Courts of the Temple, av, c-crq dt n1 vbds p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp cc vvg j np1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
125 and repairing the ruines of the citie Jerusalem, had that which was alreadie done cost the people much affliction, many sufferings, and repairing the ruins of the City Jerusalem, had that which was already done cost the people much affliction, many sufferings, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, vhd d r-crq vbds av vdn n1 dt n1 d n1, d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
126 and doth there yet come a sad report of the low, afflicted and despised condition of the Jewes then in Judea, let the consideration hereof helpe to support the spirits of Gods people in their most sad dejecting times: and does there yet come a sad report of the low, afflicted and despised condition of the Jews then in Judea, let the consideration hereof help to support the spirits of God's people in their most sad dejecting times: cc vdz a-acp av vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt j, j-vvn cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt np2 av p-acp np1, vvb dt n1 av vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po32 av-ds j vvg n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
127 you have heard there is a new heaven and a new earth promised, a Jerusalem to come downe from heaven, a glorious building going up: you have herd there is a new heaven and a new earth promised, a Jerusalem to come down from heaven, a glorious building going up: pn22 vhb vvn a-acp vbz dt j n1 cc dt j n1 vvd, dt np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, dt j n1 vvg a-acp: (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
128 And you know they which build large and great houses, being to set them upon hollow and false ground (as we call it) are forced to dig very deep before they lay the foundation, And you know they which built large and great houses, being to Set them upon hollow and false ground (as we call it) Are forced to dig very deep before they lay the Foundation, cc pn22 vvb pns32 r-crq vvb j cc j n2, vbg pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j-jn cc j n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb pn31) vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av j-jn c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
129 and usually when we see work-men digging very low for a foundation, we presently conclude, here is some great building, a frame of more then ordinarie weight to be set up: and usually when we see workmen digging very low for a Foundation, we presently conclude, Here is Some great building, a frame of more then ordinary weight to be Set up: cc av-j c-crq pns12 vvb n2 vvg av av-j p-acp dt n1, pns12 av-j vvb, av vbz d j n1, dt n1 pp-f dc cs j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp: (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
130 I hope this is the Churches present case; I hope this is the Churches present case; pns11 vvb d vbz dt ng1 j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
131 it hath been brought very low in Germanie, in Ireland, in our own land, and we trust the Lord is all this while digging the foundation, this is the work the Lord suffereth the Churches enemies to labour in, to prepare the ground-worke for erecting in his Church a glorious fabrick, that these at the worst shall be but the Lords mattocks and spades, it hath been brought very low in Germany, in Ireland, in our own land, and we trust the Lord is all this while digging the Foundation, this is the work the Lord suffers the Churches enemies to labour in, to prepare the groundwork for erecting in his Church a glorious fabric, that these At the worst shall be but the lords mattocks and spades, pn31 vhz vbn vvn av av-j p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp po12 d n1, cc pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz d d cs vvg dt n1, d vbz dt n1 dt n1 vvz dt ng1 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 dt j n1, cst d p-acp dt js vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
132 and if the Lord be still pleased to continue them at their work in Ireland, in England, it is to be feared, that it may be, too many of the Irish hearts are yet to God-ward as rotten and hollow as their bogs, and if the Lord be still pleased to continue them At their work in Ireland, in England, it is to be feared, that it may be, too many of the Irish hearts Are yet to Godward as rotten and hollow as their bogs, cc cs dt n1 vbb av vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pn31 vmb vbi, av d pp-f dt jp n2 vbr av p-acp n1 c-acp vvn cc j-jn p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
133 and we in England, though we have firmer ground, yet I doubt as false hearts, a great deale of hypocrisie, hollownesse, and we in England, though we have firmer ground, yet I doubt as false hearts, a great deal of hypocrisy, hollowness, cc pns12 p-acp np1, cs pns12 vhb jc n1, av pns11 vvb c-acp j n2, dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
134 and rottennesse remaining, so that the Lord, though he have alreadie gone very deep, brought us low, is not yet come to firme ground, and rottenness remaining, so that the Lord, though he have already gone very deep, brought us low, is not yet come to firm ground, cc n1 vvg, av cst dt n1, cs pns31 vhb av vvn av av-jn, vvd pno12 j, vbz xx av vvn p-acp j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
135 so may goe on to bring us lower in our affliction, to work us lower in our humiliation. so may go on to bring us lower in our affliction, to work us lower in our humiliation. av vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
136 And I could wish our spirits in regard of humiliation alwayes solow as our condition, that when God throwes us on the ground, we would lye on the ground, put our mouthes in the dust: And I could wish our spirits in regard of humiliation always solow as our condition, that when God throws us on the ground, we would lie on the ground, put our mouths in the dust: cc pns11 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av vvi p-acp po12 n1, cst c-crq np1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
137 but at no time to be low in distrust, for our confidence in God, to have highest spirits in lowest estates, but At no time to be low in distrust, for our confidence in God, to have highest spirits in lowest estates, cc-acp p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vhb js n2 p-acp js n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
138 as knowing that our raising up is then at hand: If a stranger one that never heard of the ebbing and slowing of the sea, as knowing that our raising up is then At hand: If a stranger one that never herd of the ebbing and slowing of the sea, c-acp vvg cst po12 n-vvg a-acp vbz av p-acp n1: cs dt n1 pi cst av-x vvd pp-f dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
139 and of your river, should come to your Thames side at an high water, and should stay and observe how much it fals in six or seven houres, he might probably thinke, that your river would run it selfe drie; and of your river, should come to your Thames side At an high water, and should stay and observe how much it falls in six or seven hours, he might probably think, that your river would run it self dry; cc pp-f po22 n1, vmd vvi p-acp po22 np1 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vmd vvi cc vvi c-crq av-d pn31 vvz p-acp crd cc crd n2, pns31 vmd av-j vvi, cst po22 n1 vmd vvi pn31 n1 j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
140 whereas you that are acquainted with your tides, know that when your ebbe is at the lowest, the tide of a rising water is returning, whereas you that Are acquainted with your tides, know that when your ebb is At the lowest, the tide of a rising water is returning, cs pn22 cst vbr vvn p-acp po22 n2, vvb d c-crq po22 vvi vbz p-acp dt js, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vbz vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
141 and trust unto it the lowest estate of the Church is mostly an immediate fore-runner of its raising; and trust unto it the lowest estate of the Church is mostly an immediate forerunner of its raising; cc vvi p-acp pn31 dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j dt j n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
142 the Church in the Primitive times found it thus, the most raging and violent of those ten bloudie Persecutions was that of Dioclesian, never the like tortures invented and executed, the Church in the Primitive times found it thus, the most raging and violent of those ten bloody Persecutions was that of Diocletian, never the like tortures invented and executed, dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 vvd pn31 av, dt av-ds j-vvg cc j pp-f d crd j n2 vbds d pp-f np1, av-x dt j n2 vvn cc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
143 nor so many martyr'd and banished, onely in Egypt 144000. put to death, 700000. banished, nor so many martyred and banished, only in Egypt 144000. put to death, 700000. banished, ccx av d j-vvn cc vvn, av-j p-acp np1 crd n1 p-acp n1, crd vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
144 yea so violent his rage that his wife Serena (however a well deserving Ladie) put to death, because a Christian; yea so violent his rage that his wife Serena (however a well deserving Lady) put to death, Because a Christian; uh av j po31 n1 cst po31 n1 np1 (c-acp dt av j-vvg n1) vvd p-acp n1, c-acp dt njp; (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
145 but this crueltie and rage of his followed with the milde and peaceable times of Constantius the father and Constantine the sonne: but this cruelty and rage of his followed with the mild and peaceable times of Constantius the father and Constantine the son: cc-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 cc np1 dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
146 And it is the Lords promise it shall be thus, and that upon a right and religious observation of dayes, of fasting and humiliation, Is not this the fast that I have chosen, to loose the bands of wickedness? and in the close of ver. 10. then shall thy light rise in obscuritie, And it is the lords promise it shall be thus, and that upon a right and religious observation of days, of fasting and humiliation, Is not this the fast that I have chosen, to lose the bans of wickedness? and in the close of for. 10. then shall thy Light rise in obscurity, cc pn31 vbz dt n2 vvb pn31 vmb vbi av, cc cst p-acp dt n-jn cc j n1 pp-f n2, pp-f vvg cc n1, vbz xx d dt j cst pns11 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1? cc p-acp dt j pp-f p-acp. crd av vmb po21 n1 vvi p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
147 and thy darknesse be as the noone day, thy darkest and saddest night of calamitie shall be followed with a gladsome and comfortable morning of joy, and thy darkness be as the noon day, thy Darkest and Saddest night of calamity shall be followed with a gladsome and comfortable morning of joy, cc po21 n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 n1, po21 js cc js n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
148 so cleared from after-clouds of sorrow and distresse, as is the Sun at noon day, when it shineth in its full strength. so cleared from after-clouds of sorrow and distress, as is the Sun At noon day, when it shines in its full strength. av vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 n1, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp po31 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
149 To proceed, are the wals of Jerusalem broken downe, and her gates burnt with fire? Jerusalem that had out-stood so many sieges, from before which the confident, potent, To proceed, Are the walls of Jerusalem broken down, and her gates burned with fire? Jerusalem that had outstood so many sieges, from before which the confident, potent, pc-acp vvi, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn a-acp, cc po31 n2 vvn p-acp n1? np1 cst vhd j av d n2, p-acp p-acp r-crq dt j, j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
150 and numerous armie of Zenacherib was forced to rise and retreat with shame and losse of 85000 ▪ in one night, of whom the Psalmist sung after that deliverance as some think, and numerous army of Sennacherib was forced to rise and retreat with shame and loss of 85000 ▪ in one night, of whom the Psalmist sung After that deliverance as Some think, cc j n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f crd ▪ p-acp crd n1, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp cst n1 p-acp d vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
151 or as others after that from that combination of those many Kings that came against Jehoshaphat, Compasse about Zion, goe round about, or as Others After that from that combination of those many Kings that Come against Jehoshaphat, Compass about Zion, go round about, cc c-acp n2-jn p-acp d p-acp d n1 pp-f d d n2 cst vvd p-acp np1, n1 p-acp np1, vvb av-j a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
152 and tell the towers, mark well the wals thereof, behold her bulwarks, see if a stone shaken, and tell the towers, mark well the walls thereof, behold her bulwarks, see if a stone shaken, cc vvb dt n2, vvb av dt n2 av, vvb po31 n2, vvb cs dt n1 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
153 or a turfe fallen in her out-works? what Jerusalem, She that was princesse among the nations, so strong, or a turf fallen in her outworks? what Jerusalem, She that was princess among the Nations, so strong, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2? q-crq np1, pns31 cst vbds n1 p-acp dt n2, av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
154 so populous, as twentie hundred thousand in it at the beginning of the siege, or as some above foure millions; so populous, as twentie hundred thousand in it At the beginning of the siege, or as Some above foure millions; av j, c-acp crd crd crd p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc c-acp d p-acp crd crd; (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
155 in so seeming secure a condition, as the Kings of the earth, and all the inhabitants of the world would not have beleeved that the enemie should enter into the gates of Jerusalem; in so seeming secure a condition, as the Kings of the earth, and all the inhabitants of the world would not have believed that the enemy should enter into the gates of Jerusalem; p-acp av vvg j dt n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd xx vhi vvn d dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
156 the wals of this Jerusalem broken down, and her gates burnt with fire? the walls of this Jerusalem broken down, and her gates burned with fire? dt n2 pp-f d np1 vvn a-acp, cc po31 n2 vvn p-acp n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
157 Oh learne that former deliverances will not secure sinfull Kingdomes, and sinning Cities from after dangers and ruines; O Learn that former Deliverances will not secure sinful Kingdoms, and sinning Cities from After dangers and ruins; uh vvb cst j n2 vmb xx vvi j n2, cc vvg n2 p-acp p-acp n2 cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
158 I will onely commend unto you the instance of Nineveh made secure by the Lords turning away a former threatned judgement, and within 40. dayes of execution, I will only commend unto you the instance of Nineveh made secure by the lords turning away a former threatened judgement, and within 40. days of execution, pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j p-acp dt n2 vvg av dt j j-vvn n1, cc p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
159 yet then exposed to a miserable ruine, Art thou better then populous No? from ver. 8. to the end of the Chapter, a fit resemblance in many particulars of this land of ours, the Lord grant we may neither be like that in sin, or destruction. yet then exposed to a miserable ruin, Art thou better then populous No? from ver. 8. to the end of the Chapter, a fit resemblance in many particulars of this land of ours, the Lord grant we may neither be like that in since, or destruction. av av vvn p-acp dt j n1, n1 pns21 j av j av-dx? p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp d n2-j pp-f d n1 pp-f png12, dt n1 vvb pns12 vmb av-dx vbi j cst p-acp n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
160 And it is the desire of my soule, that this citie honoured hitherto with safety, with the discoverie and defeat of so many plots and attempts would seriously lay this to heart, that former deliverances might not beget securitie, And it is the desire of my soul, that this City honoured hitherto with safety, with the discovery and defeat of so many plots and attempts would seriously lay this to heart, that former Deliverances might not beget security, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst d n1 vvn av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f av d n2 cc n2 vmd av-j vvi d p-acp n1, cst j n2 vmd xx vvi n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
161 but more watchfulnesse, both to drive out those sins which are the apparant in-lets to an enemie, but more watchfulness, both to drive out those Sins which Are the apparent inlets to an enemy, cc-acp dc n1, av-d pc-acp vvi av d n2 r-crq vbr dt j j p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
162 and to discover and prevent the secret contrivances of false-hearted brethren, considering the continued vigilancie and unsatisfiable rage of the Churches enemies, and specially of your citie: and to discover and prevent the secret contrivances of False-hearted brothers, considering the continued vigilancy and unsatisfiable rage of the Churches enemies, and specially of your City: cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2, vvg dt j-vvn n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 n2, cc av-j pp-f po22 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
163 The fenced cities that belonged to Judah would not satisfie Shishak the King of Egypt, The fenced cities that belonged to Judah would not satisfy shishak the King of Egypt, dt vvn n2 cst vvd p-acp np1 vmd xx vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
164 but he came up against Jerusalem ▪ the like of Zennacherib, the like certainly the enemies malice and furie against your city, but he Come up against Jerusalem ▪ the like of Zennacherib, the like Certainly the enemies malice and fury against your City, cc-acp pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 ▪ dt av-j pp-f np1, dt av-j av-j dt ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
165 and me-thinks I heare their Generals saying of yours, as once Ahab of Ramoth in Gilead, Know ye not that London is ours, and methinks I hear their Generals saying of yours, as once Ahab of Ramoth in Gilead, Know you not that London is ours, cc vvz pns11 vvb po32 n2 vvg pp-f png22, c-acp a-acp np1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, vvb pn22 xx d np1 vbz png12, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
166 and be we still, and take it not out of the hands of Rebels and traitours? (for so they call you) or as Haman once of Mordecai, all the honour and favour I enjoy availes me nothing, and be we still, and take it not out of the hands of Rebels and Traitors? (for so they call you) or as Haman once of Mordecai, all the honour and favour I enjoy avails me nothing, cc vbb po12 j, cc vvb pn31 xx av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2? (c-acp av pns32 vvb pn22) cc c-acp np1 a-acp pp-f np1, d dt n1 cc n1 pns11 vvb vvz pno11 pix, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
167 so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting in the Kings gate: so long as I see Mordecai the Jew sitting in the Kings gate: av av-j c-acp pns11 vvb np1 dt np1 vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
168 That they have Bristoll in the West, York in the North, with others, will not satisfie, unlesse they had London also: That they have Bristol in the West, York in the North, with Others, will not satisfy, unless they had London also: cst pns32 vhb np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2-jn, vmb xx vvi, cs pns32 vhd np1 av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
169 And beleeve it, their taking of other places, is but to make way for the surprizall of this: And believe it, their taking of other places, is but to make Way for the surprisal of this: cc vvb pn31, po32 vvg pp-f j-jn n2, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
170 You shall observe a workman sent into a rough wood for the felling of some great Oke beset with bryars or smaller shrubs, first cutting up these; You shall observe a workman sent into a rough wood for the felling of Some great Oak beset with briars or smaller shrubs, First cutting up these; pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n1 vvn p-acp n2 cc jc n2, ord vvg p-acp d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
171 but for what End? surely that nothing might stand in his way, which might hinder his full stroake at the Oke to cut that down, but for what End? surely that nothing might stand in his Way, which might hinder his full stroke At the Oak to Cut that down, cc-acp p-acp q-crq vvb? av-j cst pix vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vmd vvi po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
172 so assuredly their taking of what other places soever, is but to make way for their full (& if they could reach it) fatall blow against this Citie. so assuredly their taking of what other places soever, is but to make Way for their full (& if they could reach it) fatal blow against this city. av av-vvn po32 vvg pp-f r-crq j-jn n2 av, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 j (cc cs pns32 vmd vvi pn31) j n1 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
173 As therefore to raise up your hearts unto great thankfulnesse, we may say of your Citie, As Therefore to raise up your hearts unto great thankfulness, we may say of your city, c-acp av pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp j n1, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po22 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
174 as they of Laish, It is a place where there is no want of any thing in the earth, so I beseech you, let not that be •aid of you, which was of them in a former verse, they saw the people that were therein, as they of Laish, It is a place where there is no want of any thing in the earth, so I beseech you, let not that be •aid of you, which was of them in a former verse, they saw the people that were therein, c-acp pns32 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vvb pn22, vvb xx d vbi vvn pp-f pn22, r-crq vbds pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 cst vbdr av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
175 how they dwelt carelesse, quiet and secure, and no greater provocations to an attempt then wealth and securitie, the Danites presently set upon them; how they dwelled careless, quiet and secure, and no greater provocations to an attempt then wealth and security, the Danites presently Set upon them; c-crq pns32 vvd j, j-jn cc j, cc dx jc n2 p-acp dt n1 av n1 cc n1, dt np2 av-j vvn p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
176 let therefore the enemies rage and vigilancie for your ruine, double your circumspection, and increase the firmer union of hearts affections and endeavours for your preservation. let Therefore the enemies rage and vigilancy for your ruin, double your circumspection, and increase the firmer Union of hearts affections and endeavours for your preservation. vvb av dt n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n1, vvb po22 n1, cc vvi dt jc n1 pp-f n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
177 To go yet further in the report, when came it to Nehemiah? it was (as you heard) in the twentieth yeare of Artaxerxes the King, To go yet further in the report, when Come it to Nehemiah? it was (as you herd) in the twentieth year of Artaxerxes the King, pc-acp vvi av av-jc p-acp dt n1, c-crq vvd pn31 p-acp np1? pn31 vbds (c-acp pn22 vvd) p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
178 as our best Chronologers compute, about 146. yeares after their return from Babylon. as our best Chronologers compute, about 146. Years After their return from Babylon. c-acp po12 js n2 vvb, p-acp crd n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
179 So slowly for the most part goe up the repaires of Gods people, not alone in the Civill, So slowly for the most part go up the repairs of God's people, not alone in the Civil, av av-j p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvb a-acp dt vvz pp-f npg1 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
180 but Ecclesiastique state, the Temple whose foundation laid the second yeere after their return, not finished till 111. yeeres after, in the 6th yeere of Darius, and for Temple-Service and Worship, Reformation of many things concerning the Sabbath, teaching the Law, but Ecclesiastic state, the Temple whose Foundation laid the second year After their return, not finished till 111. Years After, in the 6th year of Darius, and for Temple service and Worship, Reformation of many things Concerning the Sabbath, teaching the Law, cc-acp j n1, dt n1 rg-crq n1 vvd dt ord n1 p-acp po32 n1, xx vvn p-acp crd n2 a-acp, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 pp-f d n2 vvg dt n1, vvg dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
181 and re-building the gates of the Courts of the Temple, not done till after this time by Ezra and Nehemiah: It was thus in the Primitive times, Philip the first heathenish Emperour that was baptized began some Reformation in the yeere of Christ 247. Constantine went on where Philip left in the yeere 310. Theodosius 395. added what Constantine had omitted; and rebuilding the gates of the Courts of the Temple, not done till After this time by Ezra and Nehemiah: It was thus in the Primitive times, Philip the First Heathenish Emperor that was baptised began Some Reformation in the year of christ 247. Constantine went on where Philip left in the year 310. Theodosius 395. added what Constantine had omitted; cc n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, xx vdn c-acp c-acp d n1 p-acp np1 cc np1: pn31 vbds av p-acp dt j n2, np1 dt ord j n1 cst vbds vvn vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 crd np1 vvd a-acp c-crq vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 crd np1 crd vvn r-crq np1 vhd vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
182 so Reformation then an 150. yeeres growing to any measure of perfection. so Reformation then an 150. Years growing to any measure of perfection. av n1 cs dt crd n2 vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
183 Severall reasons might be given why Temple and Citie worke went on so slowly in Jerusalem, I shall intreat you to take notice of the most remarkable. Several Reasons might be given why Temple and city work went on so slowly in Jerusalem, I shall entreat you to take notice of the most remarkable. j n2 vmd vbi vvn c-crq n1 cc n1 n1 vvd a-acp av av-j p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt av-ds j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
184 The first, the violent oppositions of Jerusalems enemies, (and we never finde any good worke begun for the welfare of Church and State, which the power and policie of Hell did not oppose.) It grieved exceedingly Sanballat the Horonite, The First, the violent oppositions of Jerusalems enemies, (and we never find any good work begun for the welfare of Church and State, which the power and policy of Hell did not oppose.) It grieved exceedingly Sanballat the Horonite, dt ord, dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n2, (cc pns12 av-x vvi d j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vdd xx vvi.) pn31 vvd av-vvg n1 dt np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
185 and Tobiah the servant of the Ammonite, that there was come a man to seeke the welfare of the children of Israel: and Tobiah the servant of the Ammonite, that there was come a man to seek the welfare of the children of Israel: cc np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst a-acp vbds vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
186 and in these enemies, we may consider first their qualitie, men of place and command, Rehum the Chancellour, and in these enemies, we may Consider First their quality, men of place and command, Rehum the Chancellor, cc p-acp d n2, pns12 vmb vvi ord po32 n1, n2 pp-f n1 cc vvi, np1 dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
187 or as Tremellius reads it, Praeses Concilii, President of the Councell, one that rul'd the Councell Table, or as Tremellius reads it, Praeses Concil, President of the Council, one that ruled the Council Table, cc c-acp np1 vvz pn31, np1 np1, n1 pp-f dt n1, pi cst vvd dt n1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
188 and Shimshi the Scribe, or as in the Margent, the Secretarie, or as Tremellius, Legis peritus the Lawyer; and Shimshi the Scribe, or as in the Margin, the Secretary, or as Tremellius, Legis Peritus the Lawyer; cc np1 dt vvi, cc c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc c-acp np1, np1 fw-la dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
189 and to their assistance came Tatnai the Governour, or as the Geneva, the Captaine and his Companions, and to their assistance Come Tatnai the Governor, or as the Geneva, the Captain and his Sodales, cc p-acp po32 n1 vvd np1 dt n1, cc p-acp dt np1, dt n1 cc po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
190 and to make them a square number, a quaternion, you shall find Noadiah a Prophetesse (the female sex will be stirring) and other false Prophets appearing against the work, and to make them a square number, a quaternion, you shall find Noadiah a Prophetess (the female sex will be stirring) and other false prophets appearing against the work, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j-jn n1, dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi np1 dt n1 (dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvg) cc j-jn j n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
191 and the persons imployed in it, and surely when any good work is intended or begun for Church & State, it would be a wonder, and the Persons employed in it, and surely when any good work is intended or begun for Church & State, it would be a wonder, cc dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31, cc av-j c-crq d j n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vmd vbi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
192 and the devill might seeme much to forget himselfe, if he should not make use of some ill affected, and the Devil might seem much to forget himself, if he should not make use of Some ill affected, cc dt n1 vmd vvi av-d pc-acp vvi px31, cs pns31 vmd xx vvi n1 pp-f d n-jn vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
193 or disaffected Churchmen to hinder and oppose it. or disaffected Churchmen to hinder and oppose it. cc j-vvn n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
194 I will not stay you with their Methods, by ingaging the Kings of Persia in the opposition, by procuring Edicts and Letters, I will not stay you with their Methods, by engaging the Kings of Persiam in the opposition, by procuring Edicts and Letters, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
195 and Proclamations against them, and that upon false informations of rebellion, sedition, not paying tribute, custome, and endamaging the Kings revenue; and Proclamations against them, and that upon false informations of rebellion, sedition, not paying tribute, custom, and endamaging the Kings revenue; cc n2 p-acp pno32, cc cst p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, n1, xx vvg n1, n1, cc vvg dt ng1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
196 nor will I trouble you with their manner of opposing, by scoffes against their persons and their work, by combinations to take up armes, to hinder the work by the sword, nor will I trouble you with their manner of opposing, by scoffs against their Persons and their work, by combinations to take up arms, to hinder the work by the sword, ccx vmb pns11 vvi pn22 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc po32 n1, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
197 and by hire to corrupt some of those that sided with Nehemiah, either to betray him, and by hire to corrupt Some of those that sided with Nehemiah, either to betray him, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d pp-f d cst vvd p-acp np1, av-d pc-acp vvi pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
198 or to put him upon some dishonourable or hazardous attempt, all these are obvious to every eye that will but read the story, or to put him upon Some dishonourable or hazardous attempt, all these Are obvious to every eye that will but read the story, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d j cc j n1, d d vbr j p-acp d n1 cst vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
199 and I presume you often heare of them: and I presume you often hear of them: cc pns11 vvb pn22 av vvi pp-f pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
200 so that whither you consider the varietie of the opposers, like Samsons foxes turned taile to taile and firebrands betwixt them (and I am sure the Scripture affordeth some of them no better names) an association of Courtiers, Lawyers, Souldiers, false prophets; so that whither you Consider the variety of the opposers, like Samsons foxes turned tail to tail and firebrands betwixt them (and I am sure the Scripture affords Some of them no better names) an association of Courtiers, Lawyers, Soldiers, false Prophets; av cst c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av-j np2 n2 vvd n1 p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp pno32 (cc pns11 vbm j dt n1 vvz d pp-f pno32 av-dx av-jc n2) dt n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
201 or their drawing in Kings to countenance, protect and authorize them, or lastly, all their Methods and proceedings, you may discerne our times so paralelling those, or their drawing in Kings to countenance, Pact and authorise them, or lastly, all their Methods and proceedings, you may discern our times so paralleling those, cc po32 vvg p-acp n2 p-acp n1, vvb cc vvi pno32, cc ord, d po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, pn22 vmb vvi po12 n2 av vvg d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
202 as if the present plot were drawne from theirs, and the modell fetcht from thence. as if the present plot were drawn from theirs, and the model fetched from thence. c-acp cs dt j n1 vbdr vvn p-acp png32, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
203 A second reason may be the smallnesse of the number that returned unto Judea and Jerusalem, A second reason may be the smallness of the number that returned unto Judea and Jerusalem, dt ord n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd p-acp np1 cc np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
204 but one of six, two tribes of twelve, Judah and Benjamin, and whether all of these a question, their whole number with men and maid-servants under 50000. and those that did returne, but one of six, two tribes of twelve, Judah and Benjamin, and whither all of these a question, their Whole number with men and maidservants under 50000. and those that did return, cc-acp crd pp-f crd, crd n2 pp-f crd, np1 cc np1, cc cs d pp-f d dt n1, po32 j-jn n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp crd cc d cst vdd vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
205 so much minding their owne houses, the repaire of their own ruines, as the Temple and Jerusalem neglected, so much minding their own houses, the repair of their own ruins, as the Temple and Jerusalem neglected, av av-d vvg po32 d n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, c-acp dt n1 cc np1 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
206 so the Prophet, Is it time for you, O ye, to dwell in your cieled houses, and this house lye waste? so the Prophet, Is it time for you, Oh you, to dwell in your Cieled houses, and this house lie waste? av dt n1, vbz pn31 n1 p-acp pn22, uh pn22, pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 vvd n2, cc d n1 vvi n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
207 What great hinderances have private interests been to the publique good, the breaches of Jerusalem lesse minded, What great hindrances have private interests been to the public good, the Breaches of Jerusalem less minded, q-crq j n2 vhb j n2 vbn p-acp dt j j, dt n2 pp-f np1 av-dc vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
208 because too many too much mind their own, My house, saith the Lord, is waste, and why, ye run every man to his own house? It was that which kept Asher from joyning with Deborah and Barak against Sisera, Asher continued on the Sea shore, Because too many too much mind their own, My house, Says the Lord, is waste, and why, you run every man to his own house? It was that which kept Asher from joining with Deborah and Barak against Sisera, Asher continued on the Sea shore, c-acp av d av av-d vvi po32 d, po11 n1, vvz dt n1, vbz n1, cc q-crq, pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp po31 d n1? pn31 vbds d r-crq vvd np1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp np1, np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
209 and abode in his breaches, he dwelt in a sea-towne much decai'd, had suffered alreadie by the enemie, and Abided in his Breaches, he dwelled in a seatown much decayed, had suffered already by the enemy, cc vvd p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 av-d vvn, vhd vvn av p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
210 and so had enough to do, to make up and make good his own breaches: and so had enough to do, to make up and make good his own Breaches: cc av vhd d pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi j po31 d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
211 Don Alfonso King of Arragon, was wont to say, that if he had been Emperour when Rome flourished, he would have built a Temple before the Capitoll, wherein the Senatours should lay downe all private interests, DONE Alfonso King of Aragon, was wont to say, that if he had been Emperor when Rome flourished, he would have built a Temple before the Capitol, wherein the Senators should lay down all private interests, vvb np1 n1 pp-f np1, vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst cs pns31 vhd vbn n1 c-crq np1 vvd, pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp dt np1, c-crq dt n2 vmd vvi a-acp d j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
212 and lay aside their own particular benefits whensoever any thing was to be done for the wealepublique, and lay aside their own particular benefits whensoever any thing was to be done for the wealepublique, cc vvd av po32 d j n2 c-crq d n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
213 before they went to crave the assistance of their gods; before they went to crave the assistance of their God's; c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
214 And surely it is great pitie, that any mans private respect should hinder the common good; And surely it is great pity, that any men private respect should hinder the Common good; cc av-j pn31 vbz j n1, cst d ng1 j n1 vmd vvi dt j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
215 nor will it be well with the body politique, where it is not with this as in the naturall, which will willingly loose a great deale of bloud in some veine, many times unto fainting, will endure the cutting off a limme or two to preserve the health and life of the whole. nor will it be well with the body politic, where it is not with this as in the natural, which will willingly lose a great deal of blood in Some vein, many times unto fainting, will endure the cutting off a limb or two to preserve the health and life of the Whole. ccx vmb pn31 vbi av p-acp dt n1 j, c-crq pn31 vbz xx p-acp d c-acp p-acp dt j, r-crq vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, d n2 p-acp vvg, vmb vvi dt n-vvg a-acp dt n1 cc crd pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
216 And here give me leave to commend unto all, (whose hearts and desires the Lord hath stirred up to further the publique good) these two short directions: 1. So seriously to mind the publique good, And Here give me leave to commend unto all, (whose hearts and Desires the Lord hath stirred up to further the public good) these two short directions: 1. So seriously to mind the public good, cc av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d, (rg-crq n2 cc vvz dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp jc dt j j) d crd j n2: crd av av-j pc-acp vvi dt j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
217 as if in respect of that they minded nothing else; as if in respect of that they minded nothing Else; c-acp cs p-acp n1 pp-f cst pns32 vvd pix av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
218 and 2ly, to go about the publike work with united minds, see the fruit of these two both for Temple and State-work in the storie of Ezra and Nehemiah, how speedily went up the Altar and foundation of the Temple, when the people gathered themselves as one man to Jerusalem: and 2ly, to go about the public work with united minds, see the fruit of these two both for Temple and state-work in the story of Ezra and Nehemiah, how speedily went up the Altar and Foundation of the Temple, when the people gathered themselves as one man to Jerusalem: cc av-j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f d crd d c-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, c-crq av-j vvd a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvn px32 p-acp crd n1 p-acp np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
219 and for the cities repaire, So built we the wall, and all the wall was joyned together unto the halfe thereof: and for the cities repair, So built we the wall, and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: cc p-acp dt n2 vvi, av vvd pns12 dt n1, cc d dt n1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n-jn av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
220 and he will tell you what caused this, the people had a minde to worke, a mind and union of mindes what will they not compasse? and he will tell you what caused this, the people had a mind to work, a mind and Union of minds what will they not compass? cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 r-crq vvd d, dt n1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vmb pns32 xx vvi? (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
221 The greatest number, even ten parts of twelve did choose rather to stay in Babylon to support that, The greatest number, even ten parts of twelve did choose rather to stay in Babylon to support that, dt js n1, av crd n2 pp-f crd vdd vvi av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
222 and keepe their estates there, then return into Judea, and afford their help for rebuilding Jerusalem; and keep their estates there, then return into Judea, and afford their help for rebuilding Jerusalem; cc vvi po32 n2 a-acp, av vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
223 And are there not too many that would willingly prop and keep up tottering Romish Babylon? too few whose hearts are reall to repaire the decayes of spirituall Jerusalem, And Are there not too many that would willingly prop and keep up tottering Romish Babylon? too few whose hearts Are real to repair the decays of spiritual Jerusalem, cc vbr pc-acp xx av d cst vmd av-j vvi cc vvi a-acp j-vvg np1 np1? av d r-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
224 whereas if we cordially desire that Jerusalem may go up, we must in good earnest endeavour that Babylon may come downe, whereas if we cordially desire that Jerusalem may go up, we must in good earnest endeavour that Babylon may come down, cs cs pns12 av-j vvb cst np1 vmb vvi a-acp, pns12 vmb p-acp j j n1 cst np1 vmb vvi a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
225 for certainly Jerusalem will never be in its beautie, whilst Babylon is in her pride: for Certainly Jerusalem will never be in its beauty, while Babylon is in her pride: c-acp av-j np1 vmb av-x vbi p-acp po31 n1, cs np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
226 And would we have incouragement to pull down Babylon, what greater, then that of the Psalmist, which will as truly be verified of Babylon in Italie, And would we have encouragement to pull down Babylon, what greater, then that of the Psalmist, which will as truly be verified of Babylon in Italy, cc vmd pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, r-crq jc, cs d pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb c-acp av-j vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
227 as once of Babylon in Chaldea, Babylon, who art to be destroyed: as once of Babylon in Chaldea, Babylon, who art to be destroyed: c-acp a-acp pp-f np1 p-acp np1, np1, r-crq n1 pc-acp vbi vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
228 and this so certain, as an Angel neere 1600. yeares ago, spake of it, as alreadie downe, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and the time of her fall is we hope so neere, and this so certain, as an Angel near 1600. Years ago, spoke of it, as already down, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and the time of her fallen is we hope so near, cc d av j, c-acp dt n1 av-j crd n2 av, vvd pp-f pn31, c-acp av a-acp, np1 dt j vbz vvn, vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz pns12 vvb av av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
229 as me thinkes I heare the Lord summoning all the parts of his Church throughout the world against Romish Babylon, as me thinks I hear the Lord summoning all the parts of his Church throughout the world against Romish Babylon, c-acp pno11 vvz pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp jp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
230 as once against that other, Put your selves in aray against Babylon round about: all ye that bend the bow, shoot at her, spare no arrowes: as once against that other, Put your selves in array against Babylon round about: all you that bend the bow, shoot At her, spare no arrows: c-acp a-acp p-acp d n-jn, vvb po22 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 av-j p-acp: d pn22 cst vvb dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb dx n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
231 for she hath sinned against the Lord. for she hath sinned against the Lord. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
232 Let me, I pray you have your leave and audience to presse this with some inlargement. Let me, I pray you have your leave and audience to press this with Some enlargement. vvb pno11, pns11 vvb pn22 vhb po22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
233 The Lord long agoe fore-told, that those ten hornes, which had formerly given their power to the whore, should hate the whore, The Lord long ago foretold, that those ten horns, which had formerly given their power to the whore, should hate the whore, dt n1 av-j av j, cst d crd n2, r-crq vhd av-j vvn po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
234 and shall not all be willing and readie to doe that, which God will have done, and shall not all be willing and ready to do that, which God will have done, cc vmb xx d vbi j cc j pc-acp vdi d, r-crq np1 vmb vhi vdn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
235 but must we go no farther, then to hate her, yes, this hatred must carry us on to the use of all meanes to make her desolate, and naked; but must we go no farther, then to hate her, yes, this hatred must carry us on to the use of all means to make her desolate, and naked; cc-acp vmb pns12 vvi av-dx av-jc, cs pc-acp vvi pno31, uh, d n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi po31 j, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
236 but why hate her and shoot at her? because she seekes our lives, plunders us of our estates, bereaves us of our peace? no look at the close of the verse in the Prophet, for she hath sinned against the Lord, robbing in most of her doctrines God of his glorie, Christ of his honour. but why hate her and shoot At her? Because she seeks our lives, plunders us of our estates, bereaves us of our peace? no look At the close of the verse in the Prophet, for she hath sinned against the Lord, robbing in most of her doctrines God of his glory, christ of his honour. cc-acp q-crq vvb pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31? c-acp pns31 vvz po12 n2, vvz pno12 pp-f po12 n2, vvz pno12 pp-f po12 n1? dx n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp av-ds pp-f po31 n2 np1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
237 The Bow and Arrowes were in former ages the glorie of our Nation, many glorious victories gotten by our English Archers, never sure more need to appeare then now, The Bow and Arrows were in former ages the glory of our nation, many glorious victories got by our English Archers, never sure more need to appear then now, dt n1 cc n2 vbdr p-acp j n2 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, d j n2 vvn p-acp po12 jp n2, av av-j av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi av av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
238 and the Lord now if ever calleth for them, and there is none in this Congregation from the greatest to the least, and the Lord now if ever calls for them, and there is none in this Congregation from the greatest to the least, cc dt n1 av cs av vvz p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d n1 p-acp dt js p-acp dt ds, (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
239 but God hath given him a Bow and Arrow wherewith he may shoot against Babylon. but God hath given him a Bow and Arrow wherewith he may shoot against Babylon. cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
240 Your Bow, noble and worthy Patriots, is that power which God, your just Priviledges, and the Lawes of this Land have put into your hands, it is a bow of steele, Your Bow, noble and worthy Patriots, is that power which God, your just Privileges, and the Laws of this Land have put into your hands, it is a bow of steel, po22 n1, j cc j n2, vbz d n1 r-crq np1, po22 j n2, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
241 and I hope the strongest arme of flesh shall never be able to break it, you have a quiver full of pretious and piercing arrowes, your wisdome, vigilancie, faithfulnesse, zeale, courage, your votes, orders, ordinances, and I hope the Strongest arm of Flesh shall never be able to break it, you have a quiver full of precious and piercing arrows, your Wisdom, vigilancy, faithfulness, zeal, courage, your votes, order, ordinances, cc pns11 vvb dt js n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, pn22 vhb dt n1 j pp-f j cc j-vvg n2, po22 n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, po22 n2, n2, n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
242 and which is the strength of all, your blessed unanimitie; and which is the strength of all, your blessed unanimity; cc r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, po22 j-vvn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
243 the morall of Scylurus the Scythian King his 80. arrowes given to his 80. sons at his death, is I am perswaded well knowne, the moral of Scylurus the Scythian King his 80. arrows given to his 80. Sons At his death, is I am persuaded well known, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt jp n1 po31 crd n2 vvn p-acp po31 crd n2 p-acp po31 n1, vbz pns11 vbm vvn av vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
244 and I desire may be alwayes thought on, no strength being able to breake them, whilst bound up, and bundled together in the sheafe; and I desire may be always Thought on, no strength being able to break them, while bound up, and bundled together in the sheaf; cc pns11 vvb vmb vbi av vvn a-acp, dx n1 vbg j pc-acp vvi pno32, cs vvn a-acp, cc vvn av p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
245 the Lord give you Josephs blessing, and you, as he, have need of it, The Archers have sorely grieved him, and s•ot at him, and hated him; the Lord give you Josephs blessing, and you, as he, have need of it, The Archers have sorely grieved him, and s•ot At him, and hated him; dt n1 vvb pn22 np1 n1, cc pn22, c-acp pns31, vhb n1 pp-f pn31, dt n2 vhb av-j vvn pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
246 is not your condition like? are not you those against whom the workers of iniquitie bend their bowes, to shoot their arrowes, is not your condition like? Are not you those against whom the workers of iniquity bend their bows, to shoot their arrows, vbz xx po22 n1 av-j? vbr xx pn22 d p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
247 even bitter words? but his bow abode in strength, and the armes of his hands were made strong, by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; The Lord also be pleased to give you all a double portion of Jobs honour, My glory (saith he) was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand, that is, say some, Let my power and authoritie be never diminished, let me not erre in judgement, let all my counsels be directed and prospered by the Lord, even bitter words? but his bow Abided in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong, by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; The Lord also be pleased to give you all a double portion of Jobs honour, My glory (Says he) was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand, that is, say Some, Let my power and Authority be never diminished, let me not err in judgement, let all my Counsels be directed and prospered by the Lord, av j n2? p-acp po31 n1 n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbdr vvn j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 d dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 n1, po11 n1 (vvz pns31) vbds j p-acp pno11, cc po11 n1 vbds vvn p-acp po11 n1, cst vbz, vvb d, vvb po11 n1 cc n1 vbb av-x vvn, vvb pno11 xx vvb p-acp n1, vvb d po11 n2 vbb vvn cc vvd p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
248 or as others, let there be a daily increase of my strength, to passe through all oppositions, or as Others, let there be a daily increase of my strength, to pass through all oppositions, cc c-acp n2-jn, vvb pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp vvb p-acp d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
249 and to overcome all difficulties, and the Lord keep that in the Psalme far from every one of you; and to overcome all difficulties, and the Lord keep that in the Psalm Far from every one of you; cc pc-acp vvi d n2, cc dt n1 vvb cst p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp d crd pp-f pn22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
250 They turned back and dealt unfaithfully, they were turned aside like a broken bow? They turned back and dealt unfaithfully, they were turned aside like a broken bow? pns32 vvd av cc vvn av-j, pns32 vbdr vvn av av-j dt j-vvn n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
251 Those unto whom the Lord hath given abilitie of bodie, their bow and arrow is their strength, let them put out that, offer themselves willingly, not need a presse, much lesse hide themselves from a presse, Gods people when ever God hath need of them are a willing people; Those unto whom the Lord hath given ability of body, their bow and arrow is their strength, let them put out that, offer themselves willingly, not need a press, much less hide themselves from a press, God's people when ever God hath need of them Are a willing people; d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn n1 pp-f n1, po32 n1 cc n1 vbz po32 n1, vvb pno32 vvi av d, vvb px32 av-j, xx vvb dt n1, av-d av-dc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, ng1 n1 c-crq av np1 vhz n1 pp-f pno32 vbr av j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
252 Voluntiers in Gods service are alwayes best accepted, My heart is towards the governours of Israel, which offered themselves willingly, it would be very pleasing unto God, Volunteers in God's service Are always best accepted, My heart is towards the Governors of Israel, which offered themselves willingly, it would be very pleasing unto God, n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vbr av av-js vvn, po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd px32 av-j, pn31 vmd vbi av vvg p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
253 if that might be found in them in the literall sence, which the Psalmist otherwise applyes, Thy people shall come willingly at the time of assembling thine armie, so the Geneva translation reads it, if that might be found in them in the literal sense, which the Psalmist otherwise Applies, Thy people shall come willingly At the time of assembling thine army, so the Geneva Translation reads it, cs d vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq dt n1 av vvz, po21 n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg po21 n1, av dt np1 n1 vvz pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
254 and know you can never more honour God with your strength, then by joyning with those that fight the battles of this strong Lord against Babylon. and know you can never more honour God with your strength, then by joining with those that fight the battles of this strong Lord against Babylon. cc vvb pn22 vmb av-x av-dc n1 np1 p-acp po22 n1, av p-acp vvg p-acp d cst vvb dt n2 pp-f d j n1 p-acp np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
255 You unto whom the Lord hath given wealth and estates, your bow and arrow is your Purse, spare not this, say not you have given or lent much already, You unto whom the Lord hath given wealth and estates, your bow and arrow is your Purse, spare not this, say not you have given or lent much already, pn22 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn n1 cc n2, po22 n1 cc n1 vbz po22 n1, vvb xx d, vvb xx pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn d av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
256 and hope you may be now excused, and the rather, because you feare all you have given is lost, and hope you may be now excused, and the rather, Because you Fear all you have given is lost, cc vvb pn22 vmb vbi av vvn, cc dt av-c, c-acp pn22 vvb d pn22 vhb vvn vbz vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
257 and for your parts here is such daily calling for further Contributions and loanes, as you now know not, what is best to doe, give me leave to tell you what I conceive will be best, let not Gods cause want whilst you have to give, let not that arrow which you may shoot, be hid in the quiver when God cals for it, and for your parts Here is such daily calling for further Contributions and loans, as you now know not, what is best to do, give me leave to tell you what I conceive will be best, let not God's cause want while you have to give, let not that arrow which you may shoot, be hid in the quiver when God calls for it, cc p-acp po22 n2 av vbz d j n-vvg p-acp jc n2 cc n2, c-acp pn22 av vvb xx, q-crq vbz js pc-acp vdi, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq pns11 vvb vmb vbb js, vvb xx npg1 n1 vvb cs pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi, vvb xx d n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
258 and if you think all lost that hath been formerly given, doe as those which having shot two or three arrowes, which they thinke are lost, they will so neere as they can shoot towards the same place one or two arrowes after the former to find them out, you know not whether what you give or lend now to further the present expedition, may not by Gods blessing be a meanes to bring in with advantage what hath beene alreadie given, and if you think all lost that hath been formerly given, do as those which having shot two or three arrows, which they think Are lost, they will so near as they can shoot towards the same place one or two arrows After the former to find them out, you know not whither what you give or lend now to further the present expedition, may not by God's blessing be a means to bring in with advantage what hath been already given, cc cs pn22 vvb d vvn cst vhz vbn av-j vvn, vdb c-acp d r-crq vhg vvn crd cc crd n2, r-crq pns32 vvb vbr vvn, pns32 vmb av av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n1 crd cc crd n2 p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi pno32 av, pn22 vvb xx cs r-crq pn22 vvb cc vvi av p-acp jc dt j n1, vmb xx p-acp npg1 n1 vbb dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp n1 r-crq vhz vbn av vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
259 or to preserve what is left, if neither of these, yet O the comfort that this will one day bring unto your consciences, or to preserve what is left, if neither of these, yet Oh the Comfort that this will one day bring unto your Consciences, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn, cs dx pp-f d, av uh dt n1 cst d vmb crd n1 vvi p-acp po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
260 when you can truly say, God gave me a great estate, and I thank my God, with comfort I can speak it, when you can truly say, God gave me a great estate, and I thank my God, with Comfort I can speak it, c-crq pn22 vmb av-j vvi, np1 vvd pno11 dt j n1, cc pns11 vvb po11 np1, p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
261 and I blesse his Name for it, he gave me an heart, not to see his cause at any time want, what I had to give. and I bless his Name for it, he gave me an heart, not to see his cause At any time want, what I had to give. cc pns11 vvb po31 n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vvd pno11 dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 n1, r-crq pns11 vhd pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
262 Let me commend a worthy patterne unto you, of David and the chiefe of the fathers, the captains of thousands and hundreds, Let me commend a worthy pattern unto you, of David and the chief of the Father's, the Captains of thousands and hundreds, vvb pno11 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pn22, pp-f np1 cc dt n-jn pp-f dt n2, dt n2 pp-f crd cc crd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
263 and it was for Temple work, and they offered largely, Then the people rejoyced for that they offered willingly, and it was for Temple work, and they offered largely, Then the people rejoiced for that they offered willingly, cc pn31 vbds p-acp n1 n1, cc pns32 vvd av-j, av dt n1 vvd p-acp cst pns32 vvd av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
264 because with a perfect heart they offered willingly to the Lord, and David the King also rejoyced with great joy. Because with a perfect heart they offered willingly to the Lord, and David the King also rejoiced with great joy. c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, cc np1 dt n1 av vvd p-acp j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
265 But it may be here is many an aged, a weake, a poore man, nay women and children, that have good hearts to be shooting against Babylon, But it may be Here is many an aged, a weak, a poor man, nay women and children, that have good hearts to be shooting against Babylon, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi av vbz d dt j-vvn, dt j, dt j n1, uh-x n2 cc n2, cst vhb j n2 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
266 if we could finde a bow and arrow that they were able to deale with, yes, I can fit you all, if we could find a bow and arrow that they were able to deal with, yes, I can fit you all, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp, uh, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
267 even the weakest arme in the Congregation, I shall commend a bow to you, which if used aright will be as successefull, even the Weakest arm in the Congregation, I shall commend a bow to you, which if used aright will be as successful, av dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq cs vvn av vmb vbi a-acp j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
268 as that bow of Jonathan, that turneth not back from the bloud of the slaine, from the fat of the mightie, it is the bow of prayer, the ejaculations of an holy heart, shot up to heaven, these arrowes have steele heads, they will pierce and sticke where they light, sharpe and keen in the heart of the enemie, they are invisible arrowes, the enemie can neither discover nor decline them, they will kill in the darke, this arrow will find a joynt in Ahabs armour, draw this arrow as Jehu did against Jehoram with your full strength, as that bow of Johnathan, that turns not back from the blood of the slain, from the fat of the mighty, it is the bow of prayer, the ejaculations of an holy heart, shot up to heaven, these arrows have steel Heads, they will pierce and stick where they Light, sharp and keen in the heart of the enemy, they Are invisible arrows, the enemy can neither discover nor decline them, they will kill in the dark, this arrow will find a joint in Ahabs armour, draw this arrow as Jehu did against jehoram with your full strength, c-acp cst n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, p-acp dt j pp-f dt j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, vvd a-acp p-acp n1, d n2 vhb n1 n2, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi c-crq pns32 vvb, j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr j n2, dt n1 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi pno32, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvz n1, vvb d n1 c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1 p-acp po22 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
269 and doubt not but it will in Gods time smite our Romish Jehoram at the heart, and doubt not but it will in God's time smite our Romish jehoram At the heart, cc vvb xx p-acp pn31 vmb p-acp npg1 n1 vvi po12 jp np1 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
270 and sinke him in his Chariot and chaire of pride; and sink him in his Chariot and chair of pride; cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
271 O that when ever our armies are in the field charging the enemie, a showre of these arrowes of fervent prayers, a volley of this shot might light as thick on the enemies camp, Oh that when ever our armies Are in the field charging the enemy, a shower of these arrows of fervent Prayers, a volley of this shot might Light as thick on the enemies camp, uh cst c-crq av po12 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 vvg dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f j n2, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmd vvi p-acp j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
272 as those hailestones at Bethoron, we should I doubt not see more slain by this showre of prayer then the sword. as those hailstones At Bethoron, we should I doubt not see more slave by this shower of prayer then the sword. c-acp d n2 p-acp np1, pns12 vmd pns11 vvb xx vvi av-dc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cs dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
273 Are the wals of Jerusalem yet broken downe? it may be that which is the first work in repairing ruinous wals was not then done, the rubbish of the former decayes not yet removed, are the walls of Jerusalem yet broken down? it may be that which is the First work in repairing ruinous walls was not then done, the rubbish of the former decays not yet removed, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 av vvn a-acp? pn31 vmb vbi d r-crq vbz dt ord n1 p-acp vvg j n2 vbds xx av vdn, dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 xx av vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
274 and this was the peoples reason and part of their complaint, there is much rubbish, so that we are not able to build the wall. and this was the peoples reason and part of their complaint, there is much rubbish, so that we Are not able to built the wall. cc d vbds dt ng1 n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vbz d n1, av cst pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
275 I pray you lay this to heart, you that desire in any way to be repairers of our breaches, do repaires in Church and state move slowly? Let me aske, is all the rubbish of our Church and State removed? God be blessed much is, I pray you lay this to heart, you that desire in any Way to be repairers of our Breaches, doe repairs in Church and state move slowly? Let me ask, is all the rubbish of our Church and State removed? God be blessed much is, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb d p-acp n1, pn22 cst vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f po12 n2, n1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi av-j? vvb pno11 vvi, vbz d dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vvn? np1 vbb vvn d vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
276 but is there not too much remaining? are there no more oaths in our streets, in our armies? no Achans in our camps, that either beare too great affection to some rags of the Babylonish garments of Rome? or look more after our shekels of silver, and wedges of gold; but is there not too much remaining? Are there no more Oaths in our streets, in our armies? no Achans in our camps, that either bear too great affection to Some rags of the Babylonish garments of Room? or look more After our shekels of silver, and wedges of gold; cc-acp vbz pc-acp xx av av-d vvg? vbr a-acp dx dc n2 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2? uh-dx np1 p-acp po12 n2, cst d vvb av j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt np1 n2 pp-f n1? cc vvb av-dc p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
277 more to the pay, then an end of the war and the welfare of Church and State? Is there no more drunkennesse in our taverns, no falshoods in our shops, no whoredomes in our chambers, no excesse and vanitie in our attire? what means that costlinesse and lightnesse in apparell, it may be, more to the pay, then an end of the war and the welfare of Church and State? Is there no more Drunkenness in our taverns, no falsehoods in our shops, no whoredoms in our chambers, no excess and vanity in our attire? what means that costliness and lightness in apparel, it may be, av-dc p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? vbz pc-acp dx dc n1 p-acp po12 n2, dx n2 p-acp po12 n2, dx n2 p-acp po12 n2, dx n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1? q-crq vvz d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
278 even on this day of mourning, Non est conveniens luctibus ille color: even on this day of mourning, Non est conveniens luctibus Isle colour: av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
279 Surely sable colours will best suite with sad times, when the people mourned upon the hearing of evill tidings, No man did put on him his ornaments, or as the Geneva, no man put on his best rayment. Surely sable colours will best suit with sad times, when the people mourned upon the hearing of evil tidings, No man did put on him his Ornament, or as the Geneva, no man put on his best raiment. av-j j-jn n2 vmb js n1 p-acp j n2, c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn n2, dx n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 po31 n2, cc p-acp dt np1, dx n1 vvn p-acp po31 js n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
280 How doe I wish, that I might not justly take up that charge of the Prophet against Israel, with a little variation, How do I wish, that I might not justly take up that charge of the Prophet against Israel, with a little variation, q-crq vdb pns11 vvb, cst pns11 vmd xx av-j vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
281 and that to the worse, The pride of Israel doth testifie to his face, too openly and manifestly declares it selfe in the faces of some, what meanes the continuance of paint, of spots, of nakednesse, are not these part of that rubbish, which God looks we should remove? Let me reason a little with you, (if any such here) is it not better for you to remove them your selves, and that to the Worse, The pride of Israel does testify to his face, too openly and manifestly declares it self in the faces of Some, what means the Continuance of paint, of spots, of nakedness, Are not these part of that rubbish, which God looks we should remove? Let me reason a little with you, (if any such Here) is it not better for you to remove them your selves, cc cst p-acp dt jc, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n1, av av-j cc av-j vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n2, pp-f n1, vbr xx d n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq np1 vvz pns12 vmd vvi? vvb pno11 vvi dt j p-acp pn22, (cs d d av) vbz pn31 xx av-jc p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pno32 po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
282 then stay till God in wrath come to remove them? if you will not suffer your selves to be cured by admonition, God hath a cure for all these, which when it comes you cannot put off: then stay till God in wrath come to remove them? if you will not suffer your selves to be cured by admonition, God hath a cure for all these, which when it comes you cannot put off: av vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32? cs pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp d d, r-crq c-crq pn31 vvz pn22 vmbx vvi a-acp: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
283 They say there is white and red paint, oh wash them off with teares of repentance, They say there is white and read paint, o wash them off with tears of Repentance, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz j-jn cc j-jn n1, uh vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
284 lest God bring upon you that in the Prophet, a voice of feare and trembling, and all faces gather palenesse, either through feare or famine: lest God bring upon you that in the Prophet, a voice of Fear and trembling, and all faces gather paleness, either through Fear or famine: cs np1 vvb p-acp pn22 d p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j-vvg, cc d n2 vvb n1, d p-acp n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
285 and for black spots, think a day of blacknesse may come too soone, wherein all faces shall gather blacknesse; and for black spots, think a day of blackness may come too soon, wherein all faces shall gather blackness; cc p-acp j-jn n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi av av, c-crq d n2 vmb vvi n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
286 heare Jeremie lamenting this when it came upon them, Their visage is blacker then a coale, even theirs who were purer then the snow, hear Jeremiah lamenting this when it Come upon them, Their visage is blacker then a coal, even theirs who were Purer then the snow, vvb np1 vvg d c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp pno32, po32 n1 vbz jc-jn cs dt n1, av-j png32 r-crq vbdr jc cs dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
287 and whiter then milke, and whence came this? he will tell you in the following Chapter, Our skin was black like an Oven, because of the terrible famine; and Whiter then milk, and whence Come this? he will tell you in the following Chapter, Our skin was black like an Oven, Because of the terrible famine; cc jc-jn cs n1, cc q-crq vvd d? pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, po12 n1 vbds j-jn j dt n1, c-acp pp-f dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
288 and for this nakednesse of pride, one Prophet will tell you, that God hath a nakednesse of vengeance; and he hath an enemie as in another, that shall discover her nakednesse, shall take her sons and her daughters, shall slay her with the sword and execute judgement upon her. and for this nakedness of pride, one Prophet will tell you, that God hath a nakedness of vengeance; and he hath an enemy as in Another, that shall discover her nakedness, shall take her Sons and her daughters, shall slay her with the sword and execute judgement upon her. cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, crd n1 vmb vvi pn22, cst np1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc pns31 vhz dt n1 c-acp p-acp j-jn, cst vmb vvi po31 n1, vmb vvi po31 n2 cc po31 n2, vmb vvi po31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
289 Much other rubbish and sinks of sin might be discovered in our persons, in our families, you have Scavingers to cleanse your streets, Much other rubbish and sinks of since might be discovered in our Persons, in our families, you have Scavengers to cleanse your streets, av-d j-jn n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2, pn22 vhb ng1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
290 well were it for your citie, if there was not more filth in many houses and shops, well were it for your City, if there was not more filth in many houses and shops, av vbdr pn31 p-acp po22 n1, cs pc-acp vbds xx n1 n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
291 then is cast out into the streets, happie would it be, if everie master of a familie (pardon the word) would play the Scavinger in his own house, in his own heart, that the inside of the platter might be made cleane also, then is cast out into the streets, happy would it be, if every master of a family (pardon the word) would play the Scavinger in his own house, in his own heart, that the inside of the platter might be made clean also, av vbz vvn av p-acp dt n2, j vmd pn31 vbi, cs d n1 pp-f dt n1 (n1 dt n1) vmd vvi dt vvb p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp po31 d n1, cst dt n1-an pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av-j av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
292 and take we heed lest the want of this besome of reformation, bring not upon your houses the besome of destruction. and take we heed lest the want of this besom of Reformation, bring not upon your houses the besom of destruction. cc vvb pns12 n1 cs dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vvb xx p-acp po22 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
293 Lastly, are the gates of Jerusalem burnt with fire, and so continue? it may be the matter which kindled that fire is not yet removed: Lastly, Are the gates of Jerusalem burned with fire, and so continue? it may be the matter which kindled that fire is not yet removed: ord, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n1, cc av vvi? pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 r-crq vvd cst n1 vbz xx av vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
294 and will ye look that a fire should goe out, whilst the fewell remaines that feeds it: and will you look that a fire should go out, while the fuel remains that feeds it: cc vmb pn22 vvi cst dt n1 vmd vvi av, cs dt n1 vvz cst vvz pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
295 What kindled the fire in the gates of Jerusalem, the Prophet will tell you, If ye will not hearken unto me, to hallow the Sabbath day, and not to beare a burden, What kindled the fire in the gates of Jerusalem, the Prophet will tell you, If you will not harken unto me, to hallow the Sabbath day, and not to bear a burden, q-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn22, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvb dt n1 n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
296 even entring in at the gates of Jerusalem on the Sabbath day: even entering in At the gates of Jerusalem on the Sabbath day: av vvg p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
297 then will I kindle a fire in the gates thereof, and it shall devoure the palaces of Jerusalem, then will I kindle a fire in the gates thereof, and it shall devour the palaces of Jerusalem, av vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 av, cc pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
298 and it shall not be quenched. and it shall not be quenched. cc pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
299 And if you will goe to a following Chapter of this Book, you shall find Nehemiah complaining, and charging the Nobles of Judah with this sin of the people, what evill thing is this that ye doe and profane the Sabbath day, the profanation was by them, ver. 15. that trod wine-presses, And if you will go to a following Chapter of this Book, you shall find Nehemiah complaining, and charging the Nobles of Judah with this since of the people, what evil thing is this that you do and profane the Sabbath day, the profanation was by them, ver. 15. that trod Winepresses, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1, pn22 vmb vvi np1 vvg, cc vvg dt n2-j pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq j-jn n1 vbz d cst pn22 vdb cc vvi dt n1 n1, dt n1 vbds p-acp pno32, fw-la. crd cst vvd j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
300 and brought in sheaves on the Sabbath day, yet the Nobles not hindering it are charged with it, and brought in sheaves on the Sabbath day, yet the Nobles not hindering it Are charged with it, cc vvd p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 n1, av dt n2-j xx vvg pn31 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
301 and all the evils brought on their fathers and the citie ascribed to this sin. and all the evils brought on their Father's and the City ascribed to this since. cc d dt n2-jn vvd p-acp po32 n2 cc dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
302 They were my Meditations upon the comming forth of that book for that sinfull Libertie on the Lords day, (and I did not forbeare to expresse them) when I too often heard in neighbouring Parishes drums beating up for a Morris or a May-poole on that day, we had just cause to feare, They were my Meditations upon the coming forth of that book for that sinful Liberty on the lords day, (and I did not forbear to express them) when I too often herd in neighbouring Parishes drums beating up for a Morris or a May-poole on that day, we had just cause to Fear, pns32 vbdr po11 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f d n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, (cc pns11 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno32) q-crq pns11 av av vvn p-acp j-vvg n2 vvz vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vhd j n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
303 lest the Lord should punish that sin, with beating up drums for a march on that day; lest the Lord should Punish that since, with beating up drums for a march on that day; cs dt n1 vmd vvi d n1, p-acp vvg a-acp n2 p-acp dt vvb p-acp d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
304 and the Lord hath brought our feares upon us, how many marches have been on that day since the beginning of these wars; and the Lord hath brought our fears upon us, how many marches have been on that day since the beginning of these wars; cc dt n1 vhz vvn po12 n2 p-acp pno12, c-crq d vvz vhb vbn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
305 I have long thought it one of the highest provoking sins of this land, and me thinks the Lord would have us take notice of it (as I presume many did) that leading generall battell at Kineton on the Lords day, could it doe lesse then lead this Kingdome to take notice of that generall leading sin, the profanation of that day? But I hope those many Ordinances for suppressing this profanenesse will be a good meanes through Gods mercie to quench our unnaturall flames, I have long Thought it one of the highest provoking Sins of this land, and me thinks the Lord would have us take notice of it (as I presume many did) that leading general battle At Kineton on the lords day, could it do less then led this Kingdom to take notice of that general leading since, the profanation of that day? But I hope those many Ordinances for suppressing this profaneness will be a good means through God's mercy to quench our unnatural flames, pns11 vhb av-j vvd pn31 crd pp-f dt js j-vvg n2 pp-f d n1, cc pno11 vvz dt n1 vmd vhi pno12 vvi n1 pp-f pn31 (c-acp pns11 vvb d vdd) d vvg j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 n1, vmd pn31 vdi dc cs vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f cst j j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1? p-acp pns11 vvb d d n2 p-acp vvg d n1 vmb vbi dt j n2 p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
306 if to good lawes, which are the life of a State, be added carefull execution, which is the life of lawes. if to good laws, which Are the life of a State, be added careful execution, which is the life of laws. cs p-acp j n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb vvn j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
307 I have done with the report, and proceed to that it wrought in Nehemiah, And it came to passe when I heard these words, that I sate down and wept, and mourned certaine dayes. I have done with the report, and proceed to that it wrought in Nehemiah, And it Come to pass when I herd these words, that I sat down and wept, and mourned certain days. pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp cst pn31 vvd p-acp np1, cc pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi c-crq pns11 vvd d n2, cst pns11 vvd a-acp cc vvn, cc vvd j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
308 One would think Nehemiah had little cause so to take on, at the report of the affliction of the Jewes, One would think Nehemiah had little cause so to take on, At the report of the affliction of the Jews, crd vmd vvi np1 vhd j n1 av pc-acp vvi a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
309 and Jerusalems ruines, himselfe then injoying all the honour and content that the favour of the King and the palace Shushan could afford: and Jerusalems ruins, himself then enjoying all the honour and content that the favour of the King and the palace Susa could afford: cc npg1 n2, px31 av vvg d dt n1 cc vvi d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 np1 vmd vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
310 But alas, Gratious and Religious hearts have compassionate and tender affections, and they cannot easily put off the common miseries of Gods people; But alas, Gracious and Religious hearts have compassionate and tender affections, and they cannot Easily put off the Common misery's of God's people; cc-acp uh, j cc j n2 vhb j cc j n2, cc pns32 vmbx av-j vvi a-acp dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
311 the Lord himselfe is affected with them, that is a sweet expression in the Prophet, of the Lords love and pitie towards his people, In all their affliction he was afflicted; but that in the book of Judges is beyond expression, His soule was grieved for the miserie of Israel, and surely there are none of the Lords people which are not in this partakers in part of the divine nature; the Lord himself is affected with them, that is a sweet expression in the Prophet, of the lords love and pity towards his people, In all their affliction he was afflicted; but that in the book of Judges is beyond expression, His soul was grieved for the misery of Israel, and surely there Are none of the lords people which Are not in this partakers in part of the divine nature; dt n1 px31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cst vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d po32 n1 pns31 vbds vvn; p-acp cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j pc-acp vbr pix pp-f dt n2 n1 r-crq vbr xx p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
312 I cannot omit that of Esay, Look away from me, I will weep bitterly, labour not to comfort me, I cannot omit that of Isaiah, Look away from me, I will weep bitterly, labour not to Comfort me, pns11 vmbx vvi d pp-f np1, vvb av p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb vvi av-j, vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno11, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
313 because of the spoiling of the daughter of my people: and yet this when he did but foresee and foretell the spoiling to come. Because of the spoiling of the daughter of my people: and yet this when he did but foresee and foretell the spoiling to come. c-acp pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1: cc av d c-crq pns31 vdd p-acp vvb cc vvi dt vvg pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
314 So Daniel mourned three whole weekes, and did eate no pleasant bread, found no sweetnesse or delight in any bread or food that he took, So daniel mourned three Whole weeks, and did eat no pleasant bred, found no sweetness or delight in any bred or food that he took, np1 np1 vvd crd j-jn n2, cc vdd vvi dx j n1, vvd dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vvd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
315 whilst his brethren the Jewes fed (as Esay expresseth it) with the bread of adversitie, and the water of affliction. while his brothers the Jews fed (as Isaiah Expresses it) with the bred of adversity, and the water of affliction. cs po31 n2 dt np2 vvn (c-acp np1 vvz pn31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
316 I dare not adventure to give reasons why it is, and ought to be thus, I shall only intreat you, I Dare not adventure to give Reasons why it is, and ought to be thus, I shall only entreat you, pns11 vvb xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 c-crq pn31 vbz, cc pi pc-acp vbi av, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
317 before I apply, to take notice, that there are two sorts of teares required of Gods people, one of Compassion, another of Humiliation, the former for the miseries of Gods people, the latter for the sins of Gods people that brought those miseries; before I apply, to take notice, that there Are two sorts of tears required of God's people, one of Compassion, Another of Humiliation, the former for the misery's of God's people, the latter for the Sins of God's people that brought those misery's; c-acp pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi n1, cst pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 vvn pp-f npg1 n1, crd pp-f n1, j-jn pp-f n1, dt j p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, dt d p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1 cst vvd d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
318 both which like two streames falling into one channell met in good Nehemiah; I might for our imitation commend severall instances of both, take one or two for the first, begin with that of Christ, both which like two streams falling into one channel met in good Nehemiah; I might for our imitation commend several instances of both, take one or two for the First, begin with that of christ, d r-crq av-j crd n2 vvg p-acp crd n1 vvn p-acp j np1; pns11 vmd p-acp po12 n1 vvb j n2 pp-f d, vvb crd cc crd p-acp dt ord, vvb p-acp d pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
319 even when he rode in state and triumph towards Jerusalem, he could not behold Jerusalem, even when he road in state and triumph towards Jerusalem, he could not behold Jerusalem, av c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmd xx vvi np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
320 nor think of the desolation comming upon it with dry eyes, When he beheld the citie, he wept over it: nor think of the desolation coming upon it with dry eyes, When he beheld the City, he wept over it: ccx vvb pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp j n2, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
321 Adde that of Elisha, when he did but looke upon Hazael, The man of God wept. Add that of Elisha, when he did but look upon hazael, The man of God wept. vvb d pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
322 And when Hazael said, Why weepeth my lord? He answered, Because I know the evill that thou wilt doe unto the children of Israel: And when hazael said, Why weeps my lord? He answered, Because I know the evil that thou wilt do unto the children of Israel: cc c-crq np1 vvd, q-crq vvz po11 n1? pns31 vvd, c-acp pns11 vvb dt n-jn cst pns21 vm2 vdi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
323 their strong holds wilt thou set on fire, and their young men wilt thou slay with the sword, their strong holds wilt thou Set on fire, and their young men wilt thou slay with the sword, po32 j n2 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp n1, cc po32 j n2 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
324 and wilt dash their children, and rip up their women with childe. and wilt dash their children, and rip up their women with child. cc vm2 vvi po32 n2, cc vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
325 I might acquaint you with instances of compassion, even towards enemies, Julius Caesar pursuing Pompey into Egypt, I might acquaint you with instances of compassion, even towards enemies, Julius Caesar pursuing Pompey into Egypt, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp n2, np1 np1 vvg np1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
326 and there presented with Pompeys head, he wept, and at his returne to Rome, refused to triumph for that victorie, and there presented with Pompeys head, he wept, and At his return to Room, refused to triumph for that victory, cc a-acp vvd p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vvd, cc p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
327 because over Citizens of Rome, though in armes against him: Because over Citizens of Rome, though in arms against him: c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f np1, cs p-acp n2 p-acp pno31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
328 the like of Charles the 5th upon his great victorie over the French King at the siege of Pavia, he strictly forbade all ringing of bels, bonefires, the like of Charles the 5th upon his great victory over the French King At the siege of Pavia, he strictly forbade all ringing of Bells, bonfires, dt j pp-f np1 dt ord p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt jp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 av-j vvd d n-vvg pp-f n2, n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
329 or any expressions of joy for his victorie, because against Christians, though his enemies; or any expressions of joy for his victory, Because against Christians, though his enemies; cc d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp np1, cs po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
330 yea, even the Scythian Tamerlane, when he walked amongst the slaine after a bloudie victorie against the Muscovites, he accounted those Princes unhappie, which by the destruction of their own kind, sought to advance their owne honour, protesting himselfe to be grieved even from his heart to see such sorrowfull tokens of his victorie. yea, even the Scythian Tamerlane, when he walked among the slain After a bloody victory against the Muscovites, he accounted those Princes unhappy, which by the destruction of their own kind, sought to advance their own honour, protesting himself to be grieved even from his heart to see such sorrowful tokens of his victory. uh, av dt jp n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt np2, pns31 vvd d n2 j, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, vvd pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, vvg px31 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
331 And for teares of Humiliation, how these in the dayes of solemne fasting required? how the fasts of Gods people recorded in his book have been watered with these, And for tears of Humiliation, how these in the days of solemn fasting required? how the fasts of God's people recorded in his book have been watered with these, cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq d p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n-vvg vvn? q-crq dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
332 and what streames of mercie have issued from them, hath been at large in a very fruitfull Sermon delivered in this place, I will close both these with that of Christs upon the Samaritans compassion to the wounded man, Goe and doe thou likewise. and what streams of mercy have issued from them, hath been At large in a very fruitful Sermon Delivered in this place, I will close both these with that of Christ upon the Samaritans compassion to the wounded man, Go and do thou likewise. cc r-crq n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, vhz vbn p-acp j p-acp dt j j n1 vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi d d p-acp d pp-f npg1 p-acp dt njp2 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, vvb cc vdb pns21 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
333 And for the first we cannot want objects for teares of Compassion, whether we look upon the plundered, fired, And for the First we cannot want objects for tears of Compassion, whither we look upon the plundered, fired, cc p-acp dt ord pns12 vmbx vvi n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt vvn, vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
334 and bleeding condition of our brethren in Germanie, Ireland, and the most parts of our own Nation: and bleeding condition of our brothers in Germany, Ireland, and the most parts of our own nation: cc j-vvg n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, np1, cc dt av-ds n2 pp-f po12 d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
335 or (which should more melt us) the lamentable soule distresses of the remoter parts of our land, those 〈 … 〉 Wales and the Counties adjoyning, wherein there are 〈 … 〉 that in respect of the knowledge of God, of 〈 … 〉 way to salvation, know not the right hand from the left; or (which should more melt us) the lamentable soul Distresses of the Remoter parts of our land, those 〈 … 〉 Wales and the Counties adjoining, wherein there Are 〈 … 〉 that in respect of the knowledge of God, of 〈 … 〉 Way to salvation, know not the right hand from the left; cc (r-crq vmd dc vvi pno12) dt j n1 n2 pp-f dt jc n2 pp-f po12 n1, d 〈 … 〉 n2 cc dt n2 vvg, c-crq pc-acp vbr 〈 … 〉 cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f 〈 … 〉 n1 p-acp n1, vvb xx dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
336 now the good Lord incline your hearts to a seasonable and speedie prosecution of that work which the Lord in mercie hath begun in some of those parts. now the good Lord incline your hearts to a seasonable and speedy prosecution of that work which the Lord in mercy hath begun in Some of those parts. av dt j n1 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vhz vvn p-acp d pp-f d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
337 Nor if we look into our own bosomes, our families, our cities, our countries, our armies, can we want objects for teares of Humiliation, causes too many for every soul, every familie to mourne apart, Nor if we look into our own bosoms, our families, our cities, our countries, our armies, can we want objects for tears of Humiliation, Causes too many for every soul, every family to mourn apart, ccx cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, vmb pns12 vvi n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvz av d c-acp d n1, d n1 pc-acp vvi av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
338 and surely did our land weep more for •in, it would bleed lesse; and surely did our land weep more for •in, it would bleed less; cc av-j vdd po12 n1 vvi av-dc p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vvi av-dc; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
339 teares are the soules bloud, did th•se run as they ought, they might help to stay or turne the issue of bloud in our bodies, tears Are the Souls blood, did th•se run as they ought, they might help to stay or turn the issue of blood in our bodies, n2 vbr dt ng1 n1, vdd av vvi c-acp pns32 vmd, pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
340 so often a bleeding wound is stanched by opening a veine and turning the bloud another way; so often a bleeding wound is staunched by opening a vein and turning the blood Another Way; av av dt j-vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 cc vvg dt n1 j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
341 and I am perswaded was Gods house on these dayes of Humiliation more moistened with unfained teares of penitents, our fields and dwellings would not be soaked and watered with so much bloud of the slain, they are the expressions of Esay and Ezekiel, full of awakening terrour if you please to read them, and I am persuaded was God's house on these days of Humiliation more moistened with unfeigned tears of penitents, our fields and dwellings would not be soaked and watered with so much blood of the slave, they Are the expressions of Isaiah and Ezekielem, full of awakening terror if you please to read them, cc pns11 vbm vvn vbds npg1 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 av-dc vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n2-jn, po12 n2 cc n2 vmd xx vbi vvn cc vvd p-acp av d n1 pp-f dt vvn, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, j pp-f n-vvg n1 cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
342 and the Lord bring it to your hearts. and the Lord bring it to your hearts. cc dt n1 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
343 And let me intreat you to make use of your teares of Compassion for the miseries of this land, to draw from you teares of Humiliation for the sins of this land: And let me entreat you to make use of your tears of Compassion for the misery's of this land, to draw from you tears of Humiliation for the Sins of this land: cc vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po22 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
344 How melting are many of us at the reading of some dolefull and lamentable relation, which yet can read over and over the sad storie of their owne and the kingdoms sins without shedding a teare? whensoever then your hearts are affected to expresse teares of compassion, •et them help to draw out teares of Humiliation: How melting Are many of us At the reading of Some doleful and lamentable Relation, which yet can read over and over the sad story of their own and the kingdoms Sins without shedding a tear? whensoever then your hearts Are affected to express tears of compassion, •et them help to draw out tears of Humiliation: c-crq j-vvg vbr d pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j cc j n1, r-crq av vmb vvi a-acp cc a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 d cc dt n2 n2 p-acp vvg dt n1? q-crq av po22 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1, vvb pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi av n2 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
345 do for this, as those, that coming for water to a Pump out of order, first cast in water to fetch up water; do for this, as those, that coming for water to a Pump out of order, First cast in water to fetch up water; vdb p-acp d, c-acp d, cst vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av pp-f n1, ord vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
346 let your soules take in teares of compassion, that they may be the apter to issue forth teares of Humiliation; let your Souls take in tears of compassion, that they may be the apter to issue forth tears of Humiliation; vvb po22 n2 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi dt jc pc-acp vvi av n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
347 And surely, I feare we have all cause to be more abundant in these of Humiliation, And surely, I Fear we have all cause to be more abundant in these of Humiliation, cc av-j, pns11 vvb pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp d pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
348 if for no other sin, but this, our want of teares of reall compassion for those former miseries the Church hath long endured; if for no other since, but this, our want of tears of real compassion for those former misery's the Church hath long endured; cs p-acp dx j-jn n1, cc-acp d, po12 n1 pp-f n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp d j n2 dt n1 vhz av-j vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
349 remember what fetcht teares from that man of God, when he lookt on Hazael, it was not for any thing at the present done, all runs in the future, the evill that thou wilt do: Remember what fetched tears from that man of God, when he looked on hazael, it was not for any thing At the present done, all runs in the future, the evil that thou wilt do: vvb r-crq vvd n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, pn31 vbds xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j vdn, d vvz p-acp dt j-jn, dt n-jn cst pns21 vm2 vdi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
350 their strong holds thou wilt set on fire: their strong holds thou wilt Set on fire: po32 j n2 pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
351 and yet could 〈 … 〉 have thoughts of this in his heart without teares in his 〈 … 〉 were then our teares of compassion for Germanie and Ireland? wherein we have heard all these and worse have beene done, their strong holds have been set on fire, their young men have been slaine with the sword, their infants have been dashed in pieces, and yet could 〈 … 〉 have thoughts of this in his heart without tears in his 〈 … 〉 were then our tears of compassion for Germany and Ireland? wherein we have herd all these and Worse have been done, their strong holds have been Set on fire, their young men have been slain with the sword, their Infants have been dashed in Pieces, cc av vmd 〈 … 〉 vhb n2 pp-f d p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 〈 … 〉 vbdr cs po12 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc np1? c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d d cc av-jc vhi vbn vdn, po32 j n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1, po32 j n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, po32 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
352 and their women with childe ripped up, and many more unheard of cruelties: and their women with child ripped up, and many more unheard of cruelties: cc po32 n2 p-acp n1 vvd a-acp, cc d dc j pp-f n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
353 have we read these with drie eyes? with unrelenting hearts? O labour we to see what great cause we have that our tears of Humiliation should be many, have we read these with dry eyes? with unrelenting hearts? O labour we to see what great cause we have that our tears of Humiliation should be many, vhb pns12 vvn d p-acp j n2? p-acp j n2? sy vvb pns12 pc-acp vvi r-crq j n1 pns12 vhb d po12 n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
354 if for no other reason but this, because our teares of compassion have been so few: if for no other reason but this, Because our tears of compassion have been so few: cs p-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, c-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn av d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
355 That you may have both, pray unto the Lord to give unto you tendernesse of affection; That you may have both, pray unto the Lord to give unto you tenderness of affection; cst pn22 vmb vhi d, vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
356 a tender skin will bleed at the touch of a needles point, Be kindly affectioned one towards another with brotherly love, weep with them that weep: a tender skin will bleed At the touch of a needles point, Be kindly affectioned one towards Another with brotherly love, weep with them that weep: dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, vbb av-j j-vvn pi p-acp n-jn p-acp j n1, vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
357 beg also broken hearts and wounded soules, a wound in the heart will usually bleed at the eye, beg also broken hearts and wounded Souls, a wound in the heart will usually bleed At the eye, vvb av j-vvn n2 cc j-vvn n2, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
358 if the heart be full of bowels of pitie within, like full vessels a small touch or shake will make them run over without: if the heart be full of bowels of pity within, like full vessels a small touch or shake will make them run over without: cs dt n1 vbb j pp-f n2 pp-f n1 p-acp, av-j j n2 dt j n1 cc vvi n1 vvb pno32 vvi a-acp p-acp: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
359 water in the head and heart will have a fountaine of teares in the eyes: water in the head and heart will have a fountain of tears in the eyes: n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
360 We, upon such dayes as these offer (as we think) much to God, offer our lips in prayer, our eares in hearing, our persons and presence in attendance of almost a whole day in his house and service; We, upon such days as these offer (as we think) much to God, offer our lips in prayer, our ears in hearing, our Persons and presence in attendance of almost a Whole day in his house and service; pns12, p-acp d n2 c-acp d n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb) d p-acp np1, vvb po12 n2 p-acp n1, po12 n2 p-acp vvg, po12 n2 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f av dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
361 but would you know, why the Lord hath not hitherto so fully manifested his acceptance of these offerings, in giving us what we have desired, but would you know, why the Lord hath not hitherto so Fully manifested his acceptance of these offerings, in giving us what we have desired, cc-acp vmd pn22 vvi, q-crq dt n1 vhz xx av av av-j vvn po31 n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp vvg pno12 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
362 nay, seem'd by withholding that, to reject the other; nay, seemed by withholding that, to reject the other; uh-x, vvd p-acp vvg cst, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
363 let me tell you, I am afraid, there hath been too little of that offered, which I am sure the Lord will not refuse, what that is David upon his owne experience will tell you, The sacrifices of God •re a broken spirit, sacrifices in the plurall because this in stead of all, let me tell you, I am afraid, there hath been too little of that offered, which I am sure the Lord will not refuse, what that is David upon his own experience will tell you, The Sacrifices of God •re a broken Spirit, Sacrifices in the plural Because this in stead of all, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pns11 vbm j, pc-acp vhz vbn av j pp-f cst vvd, r-crq pns11 vbm j dt n1 vmb xx vvi, r-crq d vbz np1 p-acp po31 d n1 vmb vvi pn22, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr dt j-vvn n1, n2 p-acp dt j p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
364 and all without this nothing, and he goes on, a broken and a contrite heart, O Lord, thou wilt not despise: and all without this nothing, and he Goes on, a broken and a contrite heart, Oh Lord, thou wilt not despise: cc d p-acp d pix, cc pns31 vvz a-acp, dt j-vvn cc dt j n1, uh n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
365 We of this land may truly complaine with the Prophet, with some small variation, We have seen the breaches of our Kingdome, that they are many, breaches in our counsels, in our armies, in our affections, in our estates, We of this land may truly complain with the Prophet, with Some small variation, We have seen the Breaches of our Kingdom, that they Are many, Breaches in our Counsels, in our armies, in our affections, in our estates, pns12 pp-f d n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp d j n1, pns12 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cst pns32 vbr d, n2 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
366 & I am perswaded all our breaches yet remaine great, because our hearts are so little broken for those great sins that made them; & I am persuaded all our Breaches yet remain great, Because our hearts Are so little broken for those great Sins that made them; cc pns11 vbm vvn d po12 n2 av vvi j, c-acp po12 n2 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp d j n2 cst vvd pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
367 take we heed then lest the with-holding our teares of compassion from our brethrens distresses, doe not close Gods bowels of compassion towards our selves, take we heed then lest the withholding our tears of compassion from our Brothers' Distresses, do not close God's bowels of compassion towards our selves, vvb pns12 vvb av cs dt j po12 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 ng2 n2, vdb xx av-j ng1 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
368 and lest our land shedding so few teares for sin, loose not yet much more bloud, and lest our land shedding so few tears for since, lose not yet much more blood, cc cs po12 n1 vvg av d n2 p-acp n1, vvb xx av av-d av-dc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
369 as the just punishment of our impenitencie, and want of Humiliation for sinne. as the just punishment of our impenitency, and want of Humiliation for sin. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
370 But did Nehemiah rest in his teares for the afflictions of the people, and the ruines of Jerusalem? was his pitie only verball? like that mercie rejected by the Apostle, But did Nehemiah rest in his tears for the afflictions of the people, and the ruins of Jerusalem? was his pity only verbal? like that mercy rejected by the Apostle, cc-acp vdd np1 n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1? vbds po31 n1 av-j j? av-j d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
371 when to a brother or sister naked and destitute of daily food, one shall say unto him, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled: when to a brother or sister naked and destitute of daily food, one shall say unto him, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled: c-crq p-acp dt n1 cc n1 j cc j pp-f j n1, pi vmb vvi p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp n1, vbb pn22 vvn cc vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
372 and yet give them not those things which are needfull for the bodie: and yet give them not those things which Are needful for the body: cc av vvb pno32 xx d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
373 had they only a returne of good words from Nehemiah? I am sorrie to heare of your affliction and reproach, that your wals yet remain broken downe, had they only a return of good words from Nehemiah? I am sorry to hear of your affliction and reproach, that your walls yet remain broken down, vhd pns32 av-j dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1? pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pp-f po22 n1 cc n1, cst po22 n2 av vvb vvn a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
374 and your gates burnt with fire; and your gates burned with fire; cc po22 n2 vvn p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
375 but be of good comfort, build your wals, repaire your gates, I wish it were in my power to relieve you, and further the work. but be of good Comfort, built your walls, repair your gates, I wish it were in my power to relieve you, and further the work. cc-acp vbb pp-f j n1, vvb po22 n2, vvi po22 n2, pns11 vvb pn31 vbdr p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cc av-jc dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
376 No, Nehemiahs heart was so really affected with their miseries and ruines, as it put him upon the use of those means, which if any would prevail for redresse of their miseries, No, Nehemiah's heart was so really affected with their misery's and ruins, as it put him upon the use of those means, which if any would prevail for redress of their misery's, uh-dx, njp2 n1 vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, c-acp pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq cs d vmd vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
377 and these are two, Fasting and Prayer; such as never failed, when used aright. and these Are two, Fasting and Prayer; such as never failed, when used aright. cc d vbr crd, vvg cc n1; d c-acp av-x vvd, c-crq vvd av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
378 For incouragement to the first, I might commend unto you the confidence that Gods people in all exigents placed in this, and their comfortable successe; For encouragement to the First, I might commend unto you the confidence that God's people in all exigents placed in this, and their comfortable success; p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22 dt n1 cst ng1 n1 p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp d, cc po32 j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
379 that of Jehoshaphat set the enemies to kill one another; that of Jehoshaphat Set the enemies to kill one Another; d pp-f np1 vvd dt n2 pc-acp vvi pi j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
380 that of Esther changed the heart of the King and reversed a bloudie decree neere execution; that of Esther changed the heart of the King and reversed a bloody Decree near execution; d pp-f np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvn dt j n1 av-j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
381 Ezra more trusted to this for a safe convoy, then to a band of the Kings souldiers: Ezra more trusted to this for a safe convoy, then to a band of the Kings Soldiers: np1 av-dc vvn p-acp d c-acp dt j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
382 Ahabs hypocriticall fast put off the judgement to his sons dayes: Ahabs hypocritical fast put off the judgement to his Sons days: n2 j av-j vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
383 Rehoboam and his princes halfe humiliation (as I may call it) brought same deliverance, Shishak King of Egypt had onely power to plunder him of his treasures, not altogether to destroy him, our owne comfortable experience since our last fast (blessed be our God) will speake, though we be silent. Rehoboam and his Princes half humiliation (as I may call it) brought same deliverance, shishak King of Egypt had only power to plunder him of his treasures, not altogether to destroy him, our own comfortable experience since our last fast (blessed be our God) will speak, though we be silent. np1 cc po31 n2 j-jn n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31) vvd d n1, np1 n1 pp-f np1 vhd av-j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n2, xx av pc-acp vvi pno31, po12 d j n1 p-acp po12 ord n1 (j-vvn vbb po12 n1) vmb vvi, cs pns12 vbb j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
384 And pitie it is, that so powerfull a remedie, through our miscarriage in it, should loose its power, that our monethly use of it, should make it, And pity it is, that so powerful a remedy, through our miscarriage in it, should lose its power, that our monthly use of it, should make it, cc vvb pn31 vbz, cst av j dt n1, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pn31, vmd vvi po31 n1, cst po12 j n1 pp-f pn31, vmd vvi pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
385 like the same Physick often used, uneffectuall to us: like the same Physic often used, uneffectual to us: av-j dt d n1 av vvd, j p-acp pno12: (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
386 Give me leave therefore in few words, to give you the principall heads of the doctrine of fasting, Give me leave Therefore in few words, to give you the principal Heads of the Doctrine of fasting, vvb pno11 vvi av p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
387 and because in this, I may deliver nothing which is not knowne to the most here present, these may please, and Because in this, I may deliver nothing which is not known to the most Here present, these may please, cc c-acp p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi pix r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp dt av-ds av j, d vmb vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
388 whilst I speake (it may be) to some for information, to suffer their thoughts to goe along with me in a way of examination, remembring that of Christ, If ye know these things, happie are ye if ye doe them. while I speak (it may be) to Some for information, to suffer their thoughts to go along with me in a Way of examination, remembering that of christ, If you know these things, happy Are you if you do them. cs pns11 vvb (pn31 vmb vbi) p-acp d p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg cst pp-f np1, cs pn22 vvb d n2, j vbr pn22 cs pn22 vdb pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
389 The day of our Fast should be observed as an holy day, an holy convocation, no work to be done on that day, it is called a Sabbath, and in all respects to be kept with as much, The day of our Fast should be observed as an holy day, an holy convocation, no work to be done on that day, it is called a Sabbath, and in all respects to be kept with as much, dt n1 pp-f po12 av-j vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, dx n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz vvn dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
390 if not more strictnesse then the Sabbath, sanctified and set apart for holy duties, as praying, reading, preaching, hearing, confession of sin, renewing of Covenants, if not more strictness then the Sabbath, sanctified and Set apart for holy duties, as praying, reading, preaching, hearing, Confessi of since, renewing of Covenants, cs xx dc n1 cs dt n1, j-vvn cc vvi av p-acp j n2, c-acp vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, n1 pp-f n1, vvg pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
391 as in that whole Chapter of Nehemiah. as in that Whole Chapter of Nehemiah. c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
392 The continuance of the Fast, a whole day, from Even to Even: Joshua and the Elders kept it till eventide. The Continuance of the Fast, a Whole day, from Even to Even: joshua and the Elders kept it till eventide. dt n1 pp-f dt av-j, dt j-jn n1, p-acp av-j p-acp av: np1 cc dt n2-jn vvd pn31 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
393 All persons of all ages and conditions to observe it; All Persons of all ages and conditions to observe it; d n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 3
394 in Jehoshaphats fast all Judah stood before the Lord with their little ones, their wives and their children. in Jehoshaphats fast all Judah stood before the Lord with their little ones, their wives and their children. p-acp vvz av-j d np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j pi2, po32 n2 cc po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 3
395 In Ninevehs fast, all from the greatest to the least. In Ninevehs fast, all from the greatest to the least. p-acp n2 av-j, d p-acp dt js p-acp dt ds. (5) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 3
396 The outward speciall duties are 1. Abstinence from food, so farre as strength of nature will beare; The outward special duties Are 1. Abstinence from food, so Far as strength of nature will bear; dt j j n2 vbr crd n1 p-acp n1, av av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
397 Ezra in his fast did neither eate bread, nor drink water; In Esthers fast a charge not to eate nor drink. Ezra in his fast did neither eat bred, nor drink water; In Esthers fast a charge not to eat nor drink. np1 p-acp po31 n1 vdd dx vvb n1, ccx vvi n1; p-acp np1 av-j dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi ccx vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
398 Abstaining from marriage comforts, Let the bridegroome got forth of his chamber, and the bride out of her closet, that of the Apostle makes it cleare. Abstaining from marriage comforts, Let the bridegroom god forth of his chamber, and the bride out of her closet, that of the Apostle makes it clear. vvg p-acp n1 n2, vvb dt n1 vvn av pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1, cst pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 3
399 Forbearing better apparell, the Easterne parts used upon the dayes of their fast to lie in sackcloth, in Nehemiah's fast, in Davids, in that of Nineveh, with other instances that might be added. Forbearing better apparel, the Eastern parts used upon the days of their fast to lie in Sackcloth, in Nehemiah's fast, in Davids, in that of Nineveh, with other instances that might be added. vvg av-jc n1, dt j n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, p-acp npg1 av-j, p-acp np1, p-acp d pp-f np1, p-acp j-jn n2 cst vmd vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
400 Abatement of our ordinarie sleepe, so that of Esther applyed by our Divines, requiring the continuance of the fast three dayes, night and day, as also that of Joel, lye all night in sackcloth. Abatement of our ordinary sleep, so that of Esther applied by our Divines, requiring the Continuance of the fast three days, night and day, as also that of Joel, lie all night in Sackcloth. n1 pp-f po12 j n1, av d pp-f np1 vvd p-acp po12 n2-jn, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j crd n2, n1 cc n1, c-acp av d pp-f np1, vvb d n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
401 And wherefore all these, but to further the main dutie of the day, the humbling and afflicting of the soule; And Wherefore all these, but to further the main duty of the day, the humbling and afflicting of the soul; cc c-crq d d, cc-acp p-acp jc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
402 a dutie of such necessitie for that day, as whatsoever soule it be, that shall not be afflicted in that same day, he shall be cut off from among his people: a duty of such necessity for that day, as whatsoever soul it be, that shall not be afflicted in that same day, he shall be Cut off from among his people: dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbb, cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp cst d n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
403 And what will more humble the soule then the serious consideration of its unworthinesse to receive pardon of sin, great mercies for the Church in generall, And what will more humble the soul then the serious consideration of its unworthiness to receive pardon of since, great Mercies for the Church in general, cc r-crq vmb av-dc j dt n1 av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
404 for it selfe in particular, then by its abstinence from all even the least outward comforts, to professe its unworthinesse of any the least of these: for it self in particular, then by its abstinence from all even the least outward comforts, to profess its unworthiness of any the least of these: c-acp pn31 n1 p-acp j, av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 dt av-ds j n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f d dt ds pp-f d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
405 and surely we might by such meditations as these, help to put our soules on the day of our Humiliation into an humbled frame: and surely we might by such meditations as these, help to put our Souls on the day of our Humiliation into an humbled frame: cc av-j pns12 vmd p-acp d n2 c-acp d, vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
406 We come, Lord, to beg this day pardon for our own sins, and the sins of our Nation, reconciliation for our selves, We come, Lord, to beg this day pardon for our own Sins, and the Sins of our nation, reconciliation for our selves, pns12 vvb, n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 vvb p-acp po12 d n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, n1 p-acp po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
407 for Kingdomes, to intreat thy Majestie to give beautie for ashes, the oyle of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heavinesse, and we acknowledge these every way so needfull for our spirituall life, for Kingdoms, to entreat thy Majesty to give beauty for Ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the Spirit of heaviness, and we acknowledge these every Way so needful for our spiritual life, c-acp n2, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vvb d d n1 av j p-acp po12 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
408 as food and raiment for our naturall, but, Lord, we professe our selves most unworthy the least of these, as food and raiment for our natural, but, Lord, we profess our selves most unworthy the least of these, c-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 j, cc-acp, n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-ds j dt ds pp-f d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
409 and shall we not be humbled to think, that we are altogether unworthy of any greater favour? I have given you a small hint, your private thoughts may more fully inlarge. and shall we not be humbled to think, that we Are altogether unworthy of any greater favour? I have given you a small hint, your private thoughts may more Fully enlarge. cc vmb pns12 xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vbr av j pp-f d jc n1? pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt j n1, po22 j n2 vmb av-dc av-j vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
410 But are these outward observances, and inward afflicting of the soule sufficient? doe not we heare some in the Prophet complaining? Wherefore have we fasted, and thou seest not? wherefore have we afflicted our soules, But Are these outward observances, and inward afflicting of the soul sufficient? do not we hear Some in the Prophet complaining? Wherefore have we fasted, and thou See not? Wherefore have we afflicted our Souls, cc-acp vbr d j n2, cc av-j vvg pp-f dt n1 j? vdb xx pns12 vvi d p-acp dt n1 vvg? q-crq vhb pns12 vvd, cc pns21 vv2 xx? q-crq vhb pns12 vvn po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
411 and thou takest no knowledge? here you see is both fasting and afflicting, yet no acceptance, what's more then to be done? the Prophet will there tell you, it is a forsaking of sinne (for I will instance only in that) without which whatsoever is done upon the day of our fast, will neither have power with God, and thou Takest no knowledge? Here you see is both fasting and afflicting, yet no acceptance, what's more then to be done? the Prophet will there tell you, it is a forsaking of sin (for I will instance only in that) without which whatsoever is done upon the day of our fast, will neither have power with God, cc pns21 vv2 dx n1? av pn22 vvb vbz d vvg cc vvg, av dx n1, q-crq|vbz av-dc av pc-acp vbi vdn? dt n1 vmb pc-acp vvi pn22, pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb n1 av-j p-acp d) p-acp r-crq r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vmb av-dx vhb n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
412 nor bring comfort to our selves: nor bring Comfort to our selves: ccx vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
413 The Ninevites were very punctuall in the out-works of their fast, The King came down from his throne, put off his robes, clothed himselfe with sackoloth, there was crying mightily to the Lord, The Ninevites were very punctual in the outworks of their fast, The King Come down from his throne, put off his robes, clothed himself with sackoloth, there was crying mightily to the Lord, dt np2 vbdr av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, vvd a-acp po31 n2, vvd px31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbds vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
414 neither man nor beast took any food, questionlesse God took notice of all this, yet when the Prophet comes to set down, what moved the Lord not to bring upon them the destruction threatned, he over-looks, neither man nor beast took any food, questionless God took notice of all this, yet when the Prophet comes to Set down, what moved the Lord not to bring upon them the destruction threatened, he overlooks, dx n1 ccx n1 vvd d n1, j np1 vvd n1 pp-f d d, av c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp, r-crq vvd dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1 vvd, pns31 vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
415 as it were all the rest, and fastens upon this, God saw their works, that they turned from their evill way, as it were all the rest, and fastens upon this, God saw their works, that they turned from their evil Way, c-acp pn31 vbdr d dt n1, cc vvz p-acp d, np1 vvd po32 n2, cst pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
416 and so he repented of the evill that he said he would doe unto them, and did it not; and so he repented of the evil that he said he would do unto them, and did it not; cc av pns31 vvd pp-f dt j-jn cst pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vdi p-acp pno32, cc vdd pn31 xx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
417 and beleeve it our fasts will never doe that work, for which we keep them, till this be done; and believe it our fasts will never do that work, for which we keep them, till this be done; cc vvb pn31 po12 n2 vmb av-x vdi d n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32, c-acp d vbb vdn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
418 now our soules are then truly afflicted for sin, when sin is in our soules, like a thorne in the joynt, that will give no rest, till it be out, now our Souls Are then truly afflicted for since, when since is in our Souls, like a thorn in the joint, that will give no rest, till it be out, av po12 n2 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-crq n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vmb vvi dx n1, c-acp pn31 vbb av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
419 and surely were our putrified sores of sin once throughly cleansed, I doubt not but the wounds of our land would soon be healed, had the strong Physick, which the Lord hath given our nation emptied it of the foulnesse and fulnesse of sin, we should ere long have cordials of truth and peace, and deliverance ministred unto us; and surely were our Putrified sores of since once thoroughly cleansed, I doubt not but the wounds of our land would soon be healed, had the strong Physic, which the Lord hath given our Nation emptied it of the foulness and fullness of since, we should ere long have cordials of truth and peace, and deliverance ministered unto us; cc av-j vbdr po12 j-vvn n2 pp-f n1 a-acp av-j vvn, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmd av vbi vvn, vhd dt j n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn po12 n1 vvn pn31 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd p-acp av-j vhi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
420 to conclude this, could the Lord see England and Ireland turning from their provoking sins, I doubt not, to conclude this, could the Lord see England and Ireland turning from their provoking Sins, I doubt not, p-acp vvi d, vmd dt n1 vvb np1 cc np1 vvg p-acp po32 j-vvg n2, pns11 vvb xx, (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
421 but England and Ireland should also see God turning from the fiercenesse of his wrath. but England and Ireland should also see God turning from the fierceness of his wrath. cc-acp np1 cc np1 vmd av vvi np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
422 The time hastens me to that other meanes of Nehemiahs helpe, his Prayer, (another main duty required on this day of Humiliation) and I might be very large in shewing what severall great incouragements we have to use this helpe of Prayer in the behalfe of the Church, I shall reduce them to three, 1. in respect of God. 2. of Prayer. 3. of our selves. The time hastens me to that other means of Nehemiah's help, his Prayer, (Another main duty required on this day of Humiliation) and I might be very large in showing what several great encouragements we have to use this help of Prayer in the behalf of the Church, I shall reduce them to three, 1. in respect of God. 2. of Prayer. 3. of our selves. dt n1 vvz pno11 p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f njp2 vvi, po31 n1, (j-jn j n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1) cc pns11 vmd vbi av j p-acp vvg r-crq j j n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp crd, crd p-acp n1 pp-f np1. crd pp-f n1. crd pp-f po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
423 In respect of God, the Lord commands it, nay, looks for it, for however God be willing to give, In respect of God, the Lord commands it, nay, looks for it, for however God be willing to give, p-acp n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz pn31, uh-x, n2 p-acp pn31, c-acp c-acp np1 vbb j pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
424 yet it is his will, that we shall aske what we desire to receive, his promises of giving are made upon the condition of asking, yet it is his will, that we shall ask what we desire to receive, his promises of giving Are made upon the condition of asking, av pn31 vbz po31 n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, po31 n2 pp-f vvg vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
425 as that knowne place, of Christ, Aske, and it shall be given you. The Lord knowes what England and Ireland want, as that known place, of christ, Ask, and it shall be given you. The Lord knows what England and Ireland want, c-acp cst j-vvn n1, pp-f np1, vvb, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn22. dt n1 vvz r-crq np1 cc np1 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
426 and what every one of us stand in need of, for our particular necessities, and God wants not will to give us, his Church, what mercies he seeth wanting, and what every one of us stand in need of, for our particular necessities, and God Wants not will to give us, his Church, what Mercies he sees wanting, cc r-crq d crd pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f, p-acp po12 j n2, cc np1 vvz xx n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, po31 n1, r-crq n2 pns31 vvz vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
427 but yet he will be sought unto: but yet he will be sought unto: cc-acp av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp: (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
428 Indeed we have cause to blesse God, that of his free goodnesse he often prevents us with liberall blessings, (so reads the Geneva) gives many unsought favours, Indeed we have cause to bless God, that of his free Goodness he often prevents us with liberal blessings, (so reads the Geneva) gives many unsought favours, av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cst pp-f po31 j n1 pns31 av vvz pno12 p-acp j n2, (av vvz dt np1) vvz d j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
429 yet it is not safe to stay, till God bestow mercies without asking: yet it is not safe to stay, till God bestow Mercies without asking: av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 vvb n2 p-acp vvg: (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
430 many gratious promises are made in the former verses to Gods people, but thus saith the Lord God, I will yet for this be enquired of by the house of Israel, to doe it for them: many gracious promises Are made in the former Verses to God's people, but thus Says the Lord God, I will yet for this be inquired of by the house of Israel, to do it for them: d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp av vvz dt n1 np1, pns11 vmb av p-acp d vbb vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
431 You have not, (saith the Apostle) because you aske not, and assuredly we want many blessings from God, You have not, (Says the Apostle) Because you ask not, and assuredly we want many blessings from God, pn22 vhb xx, (vvz dt n1) c-acp pn22 vvb xx, cc av-vvn pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
432 because the Lord hath not our Prayers for them. Because the Lord hath not our Prayers for them. c-acp dt n1 vhz xx po12 n2 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
433 The second incouragement is drawn from Gods power, I prayed to the God of Heaven, this assures, that what Gods love makes him willing to do, his power inables him to doe, The second encouragement is drawn from God's power, I prayed to the God of Heaven, this assures, that what God's love makes him willing to do, his power inables him to do, dt ord n1 vbz vvn p-acp ng1 n1, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vvz, cst r-crq n2 n1 vvz pno31 j pc-acp vdi, po31 n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
434 when you seek to God in prayer, what ever your necessities be, for soule, for bodie, when you seek to God in prayer, what ever your necessities be, for soul, for body, c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1, r-crq av po22 n2 vbb, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
435 for the Church, for your selves, you goe not to a weak God, that hath not where withall to satisfie your desires, for the Church, for your selves, you go not to a weak God, that hath not where withal to satisfy your Desires, p-acp dt n1, p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vvb xx p-acp dt j np1, cst vhz xx c-crq av pc-acp vvi po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
436 but you go to the God of Heaven, that whatsoever is in Heaven, or in the earth, he hath it at his command to give. but you go to the God of Heaven, that whatsoever is in Heaven, or in the earth, he hath it At his command to give. cc-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst r-crq vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
437 I proceed to those incouragements that Prayer it selfe gives to all those that will make use of it, I proceed to those encouragements that Prayer it self gives to all those that will make use of it, pns11 vvb p-acp d n2 cst n1 pn31 n1 vvz p-acp d d cst vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
438 and I hope by Gods blessing, they may be some provocations to put us more upon prayer, we all (I hope) desire to helpe somewhat towards the cause of God, let me tell you, a little to quicken your attention, there is no such way, whereby every one may help as this of Prayer. and I hope by God's blessing, they may be Some provocations to put us more upon prayer, we all (I hope) desire to help somewhat towards the cause of God, let me tell you, a little to quicken your attention, there is no such Way, whereby every one may help as this of Prayer. cc pns11 vvb p-acp ng1 n1, pns32 vmb vbi d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 dc p-acp n1, pns12 d (pns11 vvb) vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, dt j pc-acp vvi po22 n1, pc-acp vbz dx d n1, c-crq d pi vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
439 First, it is an help of the largest extent, other helpes can goe no farther then your counsels, persons and purses can reach, First, it is an help of the Largest extent, other helps can go no farther then your Counsels, Persons and purses can reach, ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, j-jn n2 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc cs po22 n2, n2 cc n2 vmb vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
440 but the help of Prayer can extend to the redresse of the miseries and distresses of Gods people in the farthest parts of the world; but the help of Prayer can extend to the redress of the misery's and Distresses of God's people in the farthest parts of the world; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
441 David in his Meditations travelled through Heaven, earth, and the seas, and where ever he went, he sound God present ▪ I am sure Gods Church and his servants at one time or other have found the like, David in his Meditations traveled through Heaven, earth, and the Seas, and where ever he went, he found God present ▪ I am sure God's Church and his Servants At one time or other have found the like, np1 p-acp po31 n2 vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc dt n2, cc c-crq av pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd np1 vvi ▪ pns11 vbm j ng1 n1 cc po31 n2 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn vhb vvn dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
442 and their Prayers have in all places met with God, on the land (as more anone) on the sea, and their Prayers have in all places met with God, on the land (as more anon) on the sea, cc po32 n2 vhb p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 (c-acp av-dc av) p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
443 as Jonah; the breath of the Churches prayers hath raised up such stormes in this, as Jonah; the breath of the Churches Prayers hath raised up such storms in this, c-acp np1; dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2 vhz vvn a-acp d n2 p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
444 as hath scattered and distressed invincible navies of their enemies, as Englands prayers did that Spanish Armado in 88. they have also stirred up prosperous gales to bring ships for the Churches reliefe in strait sieges to their desired haven, they did it for late besieged Tredah in Ireland: in a word where ever God is there Prayer can come, as hath scattered and distressed invincible navies of their enemies, as Englands Prayers did that Spanish Armado in 88. they have also stirred up prosperous gales to bring ships for the Churches relief in strait sieges to their desired Haven, they did it for late besieged Tredagh in Ireland: in a word where ever God is there Prayer can come, c-acp vhz vvn cc vvn j n2 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp npg1 n2 vdd d jp np1 p-acp crd pns32 vhb av vvn a-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 vvd n1, pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp j j-vvn np1 p-acp np1: p-acp dt n1 c-crq av np1 vbz pc-acp n1 vmb vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
445 and you know God is everie where, as the Lord himselfe, Am I a God at hand, saith the Lord, and not a God afarre off? Doe not I fill heaven and earth? and you know God is every where, as the Lord himself, Am I a God At hand, Says the Lord, and not a God afar off? Do not I fill heaven and earth? cc pn22 vvb np1 vbz d c-crq, c-acp dt n1 px31, vbm pns11 dt np1 p-acp n1, vvz dt n1, cc xx dt n1 av a-acp? vdb xx pns11 vvi n1 cc n1? (5) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
446 Secondly, Prayer is a speedie help, many places miscarry and are lost, because helpe comes too late, Secondly, Prayer is a speedy help, many places miscarry and Are lost, Because help comes too late, ord, n1 vbz dt j n1, d n2 vvb cc vbr vvn, c-acp n1 vvz av av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
447 and many friends would helpe sooner, if they could tell how sooner to convey helpe: all other helps of men, armes, ammunition, money, &c. require time for raising and conveying, and many Friends would help sooner, if they could tell how sooner to convey help: all other helps of men, arms, ammunition, money, etc. require time for raising and conveying, cc d n2 vmd vvi av-c, cs pns32 vmd vvi c-crq av-c p-acp vvi n1: d j-jn n2 pp-f n2, n2, n1, n1, av vvb n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
448 whereas this of prayer is a quick, a speedie and present help, our prayers (if such as they should be) are no sooner out of out mouthes, whereas this of prayer is a quick, a speedy and present help, our Prayers (if such as they should be) Are no sooner out of out mouths, cs d pp-f n1 vbz dt j, dt j cc j n1, po12 n2 (cs d c-acp pns32 vmd vbi) vbr dx av-c av pp-f av n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
449 nay, in our hearts, but they are in Heaven, and no sooner in Heaven, but the benefit of them may be with the distressed Church many thousand miles distant, Daniel found this, Whiles I was speaking in prayer, the man Gabriel being caused to fly swiftly, informed me and said, at the beginning of thy supplications the commandement came forth, &c. nay, in our hearts, but they Are in Heaven, and no sooner in Heaven, but the benefit of them may be with the distressed Church many thousand miles distant, daniel found this, While I was speaking in prayer, the man Gabriel being caused to fly swiftly, informed me and said, At the beginning of thy supplications the Commandment Come forth, etc. uh-x, p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cc av-dx av-c p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvn n1 d crd n2 j, np1 vvd d, cs pns11 vbds vvg p-acp n1, dt n1 np1 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi av-j, vvd pno11 cc vvd, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n2 dt n1 vvd av, av (5) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
450 Thirdly, Prayer is an invisible help, many would willingly send reliefe to friends in distresse, Thirdly, Prayer is an invisible help, many would willingly send relief to Friends in distress, ord, n1 vbz dt j n1, d vmd av-j vvi n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
451 if they knew how to convey it with safetie and without danger of intercepting, but there lye armies in the way, Scouts, ambushments, if they knew how to convey it with safety and without danger of intercepting, but there lie armies in the Way, Scouts, ambushments, cs pns32 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, n2, n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
452 and many other hazards, now Prayer can avoid all these; and many other hazards, now Prayer can avoid all these; cc d j-jn n2, av n1 vmb vvi d d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
453 it can goe to God and bring such helpe from Heaven, as the enemies Scouts can neither discover nor stop, no ambush can way-lay or surprize it. it can go to God and bring such help from Heaven, as the enemies Scouts can neither discover nor stop, no ambush can waylay or surprise it. pn31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt ng1 n2 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi, dx n1 vmb vvd cc vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
454 Fourthly, no such universall help in all extremities as Prayer, It is Salomons Catholicon, whatsoever plague, whatsoever sicknesse, war, want of raine, pestilence, famine, cities besieged, enemies prevailing, Fourthly, no such universal help in all extremities as Prayer, It is Solomon's Catholicon, whatsoever plague, whatsoever sickness, war, want of rain, pestilence, famine, cities besieged, enemies prevailing, ord, av-dx d j n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp n1, pn31 vbz np1 np1, r-crq n1, r-crq n1, n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n2 vvn, n2 vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
455 yet if they pray, and make supplications, turne from their sin, when thou afflictest them: yet if they pray, and make supplications, turn from their since, when thou afflictest them: av cs pns32 vvb, cc vvi n2, vvb p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns21 js pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
456 then heare thou in Heaven, and forgive, and doe, and give to every man according to his wayes; then hear thou in Heaven, and forgive, and do, and give to every man according to his ways; av vvb pns21 p-acp n1, cc vvb, cc vdb, cc vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
457 I might single out many incouraging instances, Prayer can give victorie in doubtfull battels, as in Israels against Amalek, sometime Amalek prevailed, I might single out many encouraging instances, Prayer can give victory in doubtful battles, as in Israel's against Amalek, sometime Amalek prevailed, pns11 vmd vvb av d vvg n2, n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp npg1 p-acp np1, av np1 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
458 but in the end Moses hands lift up in Prayer, not Joshua's sword, got the victorie: but in the end Moses hands lift up in Prayer, not Joshua's sword, god the victory: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, xx npg1 n1, vvd dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
459 It can recover lost battels, as in the Civill war betwixt the eleven tribes and the Benjamites, after two battels lost, wherein were slaine fortie thousand of the Israelites, Prayer in the third obtain'd the victorie: It can recover lost battles, as in the Civil war betwixt the eleven tribes and the Benjamites, After two battles lost, wherein were slain fortie thousand of the Israelites, Prayer in the third obtained the victory: pn31 vmb vvi j-vvn n2, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt crd n2 cc dt np2, p-acp crd n2 vvn, c-crq vbdr vvn crd crd pp-f dt np2, n1 p-acp dt ord vvd dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
460 Prayer can raise a siege even a dangerous and confident one, as was that of Sennacherib against Jerusalem: Prayer can raise a siege even a dangerous and confident one, as was that of Sennacherib against Jerusalem: n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av dt j cc j pi, c-acp vbds d pp-f np1 p-acp np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
461 Prayer can turne the plots and wisdome of the greatest State-Polititians into foolishnesse, and for them on to twist an halter for their own execution, the Prayer of David did it against Ahithophel: I might adde many other both out of forraigne and our own Histories, the victorie against Cedwall and Penda in the time of the Saxons ascribed to the Prayers of Oswald, the like against Su•no the tyrant, Prayer can turn the plots and Wisdom of the greatest State-Polititians into foolishness, and for them on to twist an halter for their own execution, the Prayer of David did it against Ahithophel: I might add many other both out of foreign and our own Histories, the victory against Cedwall and Penda in the time of the Saxons ascribed to the Prayers of Oswald, the like against Su•no the tyrant, n1 vmb vvi dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt js n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp pno32 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd pn31 p-acp np1: pns11 vmd vvi d j-jn d av pp-f j cc po12 d n2, dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt av-j p-acp np1 dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
462 and Alluded against the Danes, I remember an observation I have read of Constantine, that after God had blessed and honoured him with many victories, and Alluded against the Danes, I Remember an observation I have read of Constantine, that After God had blessed and honoured him with many victories, cc vvd p-acp dt np1, pns11 vvb dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn pp-f np1, cst p-acp np1 vhd vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
463 whereas the Effigies of other Emperours was engraven upon their loynes triumphing, he would be set in a posture of Prayer, kneeling, to manifest unto the world, that he attributed all his victories more to his Prayers then his sword: whereas the Effigies of other emperors was engraven upon their loins triumphing, he would be Set in a posture of Prayer, kneeling, to manifest unto the world, that he attributed all his victories more to his Prayers then his sword: cs dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2 vvg, pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vvd d po31 n2 av-dc p-acp po31 n2 av po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
464 what was said of the wicked, their tongue is a sharp sword, swords are in their lips, may be truly said of the tongues and lips of Gods people in prayer, they are as twoedged swords in their hands to execute vengeance, and surely Gods enemies have often found the power of this sword of Prayer, what was said of the wicked, their tongue is a sharp sword, swords Are in their lips, may be truly said of the tongues and lips of God's people in prayer, they Are as twoedged swords in their hands to execute vengeance, and surely God's enemies have often found the power of this sword of Prayer, r-crq vbds vvn pp-f dt j, po32 n1 vbz dt j n1, n2 vbr p-acp po32 n2, vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cc av-j ng1 n2 vhb av vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
465 and those which are the Lords people may say of this, when used as it ought, and those which Are the lords people may say of this, when used as it ought, cc d r-crq vbr dt n2 n1 vmb vvi pp-f d, c-crq vvn c-acp pn31 vmd, (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
466 as David once of that which was Goliahs, There is none like that, give it me. as David once of that which was Goliath's, There is none like that, give it me. c-acp np1 a-acp pp-f d r-crq vbds njp2, pc-acp vbz pix j d, vvb pn31 pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
467 To conclude this, such is the prevalent power of Prayer, that what is it, which God can doe, that Prayer hath not, To conclude this, such is the prevalent power of Prayer, that what is it, which God can do, that Prayer hath not, pc-acp vvi d, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst r-crq vbz pn31, r-crq np1 vmb vdi, cst n1 vhz xx, (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
468 or cannot do? I had almost said, that God cannot doe that which the Prayers of his servants will not have him doe, or cannot do? I had almost said, that God cannot do that which the Prayers of his Servants will not have him do, cc vmbx vdi? pns11 vhd av vvn, cst np1 vmbx vdi d r-crq dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vmb xx vhi pno31 vdi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
469 and I may say it, for the Lord himselfe hath said as much to Moses, Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may wax hot: and I may say it, for the Lord himself hath said as much to Moses, Now Therefore let me alone, that my wrath may wax hight: cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp dt n1 px31 vhz vvn p-acp d pc-acp np1, av av vvb pno11 av-j, cst po11 n1 vmb vvi j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
470 and me thinks I heare Moses answering, Lord, who lets thee? and God replying, My hands, Moses, are tyed from executing wrath, and me thinks I hear Moses answering, Lord, who lets thee? and God replying, My hands, Moses, Are tied from executing wrath, cc pno11 vvz pns11 vvb np1 vvg, n1, r-crq vvz pno21? cc np1 vvg, po11 n2, np1, vbr vvn p-acp vvg n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
471 whilst thine hands in Prayer are lift up for mercie. I come to the last incouragement in reference to our selves, Prayer is, while thine hands in Prayer Are lift up for mercy. I come to the last encouragement in Referente to our selves, Prayer is, cs po21 n2 p-acp n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, n1 vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
472 First, a very safe helpe, many are kept from appearing in the Churches behalfe, because afraid of danger, they may hazard the losse of their places of honour or profit, their estates, it may be, their lives: First, a very safe help, many Are kept from appearing in the Churches behalf, Because afraid of danger, they may hazard the loss of their places of honour or profit, their estates, it may be, their lives: ord, dt j j n1, d vbr vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, c-acp j pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, po32 n2, pn31 vmb vbi, po32 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
473 whereas Prayer is such an help, that you may use it against the enemie, and for the Church, whereas Prayer is such an help, that you may use it against the enemy, and for the Church, cs n1 vbz d dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
474 even when you are in the enemies quarters, in the enemies dungeon, and that without all danger, even when you Are in the enemies quarters, in the enemies dungeon, and that without all danger, av c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp dt ng1 n2, p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc cst p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
475 nor can those fetters, that may chaine your hands and feet, tye your hearts, your tongues; nor can those fetters, that may chain your hands and feet, tie your hearts, your tongues; ccx vmb d n2, cst vmb vvi po22 n2 cc n2, vvb po22 n2, po22 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
476 yet give me leave to tell you, I feare, that such as are not willing to appeare openly in the cause of God, yet give me leave to tell you, I Fear, that such as Are not willing to appear openly in the cause of God, av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, pns11 vvb, cst d c-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
477 when they may doe good, will never heartily pray in private for the Churches good. when they may do good, will never heartily pray in private for the Churches good. c-crq pns32 vmb vdi j, vmb av-x av-j vvb p-acp j c-acp dt n2 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 3
478 Secondly, it is an easie help, he that can do nothing else may pray, the French have a Proverb, He that hath no money in his purse, let him have honey in his mouth: Secondly, it is an easy help, he that can do nothing Else may pray, the French have a Proverb, He that hath no money in his purse, let him have honey in his Mouth: ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 cst vmb vdi pix av vmb vvi, dt jp vhb dt n1, pns31 cst vhz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 3
479 if you have not abilitie, estates enabling you to contribute, or lend towards the maintainance of an Armie, you may yet contribute your Prayers, if you have not ability, estates enabling you to contribute, or lend towards the maintenance of an Army, you may yet contribute your Prayers, cs pn22 vhb xx n1, n2 vvg pn22 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb av vvi po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 3
480 and lay out these for the Lords blessing upon the Armie: and lay out these for the lords blessing upon the Army: cc vvd av d p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 3
481 you shall heare some of the meaner rank say, were we in such a condition, had we such an estate as these and these men have, we would doe this and that, which these and other rich men doe not, take heed, we have deceitfull hearts, I would have you try them by this, what doe you in that condition wherein you are, you shall hear Some of the meaner rank say, were we in such a condition, had we such an estate as these and these men have, we would do this and that, which these and other rich men do not, take heed, we have deceitful hearts, I would have you try them by this, what do you in that condition wherein you Are, pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f dt jc n1 vvb, vbdr pns12 p-acp d dt n1, vhd pns12 d dt n1 c-acp d cc d n2 vhb, pns12 vmd vdi d cc d, r-crq d cc j-jn j n2 vdb xx, vvb n1, pns12 vhb j n2, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp d, q-crq vdb pn22 p-acp d n1 c-crq pn22 vbr, (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 3
482 even in this of Prayer? Doe you herein what you can? are you often on your knees? earnest with God to pardon the sins of the land? that his cause may prosper, that the expectation of the Churches enemies may be disappointed, that the Lord would give hearts unto all those, to whom he hath given abilities to lay out their utmost for the furtherance of Gods worke? certainly if ye be wanting in this, let me tell you, had you greater estates you would not do much, I cannot thinke, that he which will not use his tongue, will to any purpose use his hands or purse. even in this of Prayer? Do you herein what you can? Are you often on your knees? earnest with God to pardon the Sins of the land? that his cause may prosper, that the expectation of the Churches enemies may be disappointed, that the Lord would give hearts unto all those, to whom he hath given abilities to lay out their utmost for the furtherance of God's work? Certainly if you be wanting in this, let me tell you, had you greater estates you would not do much, I cannot think, that he which will not use his tongue, will to any purpose use his hands or purse. av p-acp d pp-f n1? vdb pn22 av r-crq pn22 vmb? vbr pn22 av p-acp po22 n2? j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1? cst po31 n1 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp d d, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vvi av po32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1? av-j cs pn22 vbb vvg p-acp d, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, vhd pn22 jc n2 pn22 vmd xx vdi d, pns11 vmbx vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vmb xx vvi po31 n1, vmb p-acp d n1 vvi po31 n2 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 3
483 Thirdly, it is a lasting helpe, thy strength, thine estate may faile, thou maist be many wayes disabled from yeelding that helpe in other wayes, which thou desirest, nothing can disable thee from this, Thirdly, it is a lasting help, thy strength, thine estate may fail, thou Mayest be many ways disabled from yielding that help in other ways, which thou Desirest, nothing can disable thee from this, ord, pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, po21 n1, po21 n1 vmb vvi, pns21 vm2 vbi d n2 vvn p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq pns21 vv2, pix vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 3
484 whilst thou hast an heart thou maist pray. while thou hast an heart thou Mayest pray. cs pns21 vh2 dt n1 pns21 vm2 vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 3
485 Lastly, in what place soever you are, you may by your Prayers helpe the Church, I will that men pray every where, said the Apostle; Lastly, in what place soever you Are, you may by your Prayers help the Church, I will that men pray every where, said the Apostle; ord, p-acp r-crq n1 av pn22 vbr, pn22 vmb p-acp po22 n2 vvb dt n1, pns11 vmb d n2 vvb d c-crq, vvd dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
486 those Christians which have put upon them that piece of Armour Prayer may use it in their beds, in their chambers, in their shops, in their privatest closets; those Christians which have put upon them that piece of Armour Prayer may use it in their Beds, in their chambers, in their shops, in their privatest closets; d np1 q-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno32 d n1 pp-f n1 n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 js n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
487 in a word, that souldier, which fights for the Church with his Prayers, (and all may be such) where ever he is, he still keeps file, cannot in any place be out of his rank. in a word, that soldier, which fights for the Church with his Prayers, (and all may be such) where ever he is, he still keeps file, cannot in any place be out of his rank. p-acp dt n1, cst n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, (cc d vmb vbi d) c-crq av pns31 vbz, pns31 av vvz n1, vmbx p-acp d n1 vbb av pp-f po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 3
488 Well then seeing Prayer is of such excellent use, and that whereby every one may help the Church, let me speake to all of this, Well then seeing Prayer is of such excellent use, and that whereby every one may help the Church, let me speak to all of this, av av vvg n1 vbz pp-f d j n1, cc cst c-crq d pi vmb vvi dt n1, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d pp-f d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
489 as in the Prophet one once did of that Cluster, Destroy it not, for there is a blessing in it, O destroy not your Prayers, by not using them aright, it is a Cluster from whence may be pressed many sweet and comfortable blessings, take we heed then, as in the Prophet one once did of that Cluster, Destroy it not, for there is a blessing in it, Oh destroy not your Prayers, by not using them aright, it is a Cluster from whence may be pressed many sweet and comfortable blessings, take we heed then, c-acp p-acp dt n1 crd c-acp vdd pp-f cst vvi, vvb pn31 xx, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, uh vvb xx po22 n2, p-acp xx vvg pno32 av, pn31 vbz dt vvi p-acp c-crq vmb vbi vvn d j cc j n2, vvb pns12 vvb av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
490 lest by our not using them as we should they prove uselesse to us, and to the Churches cause for which we use them: lest by our not using them as we should they prove useless to us, and to the Churches cause for which we use them: cs p-acp po12 xx vvg pno32 c-acp pns12 vmd pns32 vvi j p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
491 the poorest and meanest amongst you may be instruments by this of great mercies to the people of God, and to your own soules, be carefull then what ever you doe, not to destroy your prayers by your ill usage of them; the Poorest and Meanest among you may be Instruments by this of great Mercies to the people of God, and to your own Souls, be careful then what ever you do, not to destroy your Prayers by your ill usage of them; dt js cc js p-acp pn22 vmb vbi n2 p-acp d pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po22 d n2, vbb j av r-crq av pn22 vdb, xx pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp po22 j-jn n1 pp-f pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
492 to helpe you herein, give me leave to prescribe some few short and plain directions, to help you herein, give me leave to prescribe Some few short and plain directions, pc-acp vvi pn22 av, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d d j cc j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
493 for the right use of Prayer, and for your better improvement of this so excellent an helpe, to the best advancement of the cause of God. for the right use of Prayer, and for your better improvement of this so excellent an help, to the best advancement of the cause of God. p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp po22 jc n1 pp-f d av j dt n1, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 3
494 First, Prayer that would prevaile with God, must goe up with an humble and sorrowfull confession of sins, First, Prayer that would prevail with God, must go up with an humble and sorrowful Confessi of Sins, ord, n1 cst vmd vvi p-acp np1, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
495 and well grounded resolution to forsake them, for certainly he that prayes to day, and returnes to his former sins to morrow, unprayes his prayers, and well grounded resolution to forsake them, for Certainly he that prays to day, and returns to his former Sins to morrow, unprays his Prayers, cc av j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp av-j pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp n1, n2 po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
496 and they which fast and confesse their sins to day, and fall to the practise of them to morrow, and they which fast and confess their Sins to day, and fallen to the practice of them to morrow, cc pns32 r-crq av-j cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
497 though they may seeme to fast unto God to day, yet indeed they feast the devill to morrow; though they may seem to fast unto God to day, yet indeed they feast the Devil to morrow; cs pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, av av pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
498 the Lord looketh for at our hands, not alone the words of prayer, but (as I may call them) the works of prayer, the Lord looks for At our hands, not alone the words of prayer, but (as I may call them) the works of prayer, dt n1 vvz p-acp p-acp po12 n2, xx av-j dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32) dt n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
499 and though on this day, We may cause our voice to be heard on high, yet not casting off our iniquities, our works of sin will outcry our words of prayer: and though on this day, We may cause our voice to be herd on high, yet not casting off our iniquities, our works of since will outcry our words of prayer: cc cs p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j, av xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, po12 n2 pp-f n1 vmb n1 po12 n2 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
500 Let every one then, I beseech you, search into his owne soul, and find out the sins •e stands guiltie of, Let every one then, I beseech you, search into his own soul, and find out the Sins •e Stands guilty of, vvb d crd av, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvi av dt n2 vbb vvz j pp-f, (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
501 and whenever he goes to prayer, to preface unto his soule with that of the Psalmist, If I regard iniquitie in my heart, the Lord will not heare me; and whenever he Goes to prayer, to preface unto his soul with that of the Psalmist, If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me; cc av pns31 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n1, cs pns11 vvb n1 p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno11; (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
502 and not forget that of the Apostle, I will that men pray every where lifting up pure hands, for undoubtedly, and not forget that of the Apostle, I will that men pray every where lifting up pure hands, for undoubtedly, cc xx vvi d pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb d n2 vvb d c-crq vvg a-acp j n2, p-acp av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
503 If God see impuritie in our hands, we shall find little prevalencie in our prayers. If God see impurity in our hands, we shall find little prevalency in our Prayers. cs np1 vvb n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 3
504 Prayer must goe up with fervencie, heat and ardencie of affection, Let my prayer come before thee as incense, said the Psalmist; Prayer must go up with fervency, heat and ardency of affection, Let my prayer come before thee as incense, said the Psalmist; n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb po11 n1 vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, vvd dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
505 and this never went up without fire, you know who said it, and upon what occasion, The effectuall fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much, effectuall and fervent joyned, to teach us, that our prayers the more fervent they are, are alwayes the more effectuall, the Geneva reads, The prayer of a righteous man availeth much if it be fervent, the more fervencie, the more prevalencie in our prayers; and this never went up without fire, you know who said it, and upon what occasion, The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much, effectual and fervent joined, to teach us, that our Prayers the more fervent they Are, Are always the more effectual, the Geneva reads, The prayer of a righteous man availeth much if it be fervent, the more fervency, the more prevalency in our Prayers; cc d av-x vvd a-acp p-acp n1, pn22 vvb r-crq vvd pn31, cc p-acp r-crq n1, dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz d, j cc j vvn, pc-acp vvi pno12, cst po12 n2 dt av-dc j pns32 vbr, vbr av dt av-dc j, dt np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz d cs pn31 vbb j, dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc n1 p-acp po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
506 The souldiers of this Citie are commended for good firemen, that there be powder and shot in their muskets will doe no execution unlesse they give fire well. The Soldiers of this city Are commended for good firemen, that there be powder and shot in their muskets will do no execution unless they give fire well. dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, cst pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 vmb vdi dx n1 cs pns32 vvb n1 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
507 O that we which are this day fighting with our prayers, would labour for this fervencie in our prayers, O that we which Are this day fighting with our Prayers, would labour for this fervency in our Prayers, sy cst pns12 r-crq vbr d n1 vvg p-acp po12 n2, vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
508 if they be nothing else but words, they are but as the powder and shot in a Pistoll, let there be no fire, no fervencie of spirit, they will never go off, if they be nothing Else but words, they Are but as the powder and shot in a Pistol, let there be no fire, no fervency of Spirit, they will never go off, cs pns32 vbb pix av cc-acp n2, pns32 vbr p-acp c-acp dt n1 cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1, dx n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmb av-x vvi a-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
509 so as either to reach Heaven, or the Churches enemies: so as either to reach Heaven, or the Churches enemies: av c-acp av-d pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt ng1 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
510 of all the foure Elements, that of fire is neerest Heaven, the more fire in any thing, the higher it ascends heaven-ward; of all the foure Elements, that of fire is nearest Heaven, the more fire in any thing, the higher it ascends heavenward; pp-f d dt crd n2, cst pp-f n1 vbz js n1, dt av-dc n1 p-acp d n1, dt jc pn31 vvz n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
511 cold sluggish prayers have so much earth in them, that like the Grashopper, if they mount a little upward, they are presently downe again, fall short of Heaven: cold sluggish Prayers have so much earth in them, that like the Grasshopper, if they mount a little upward, they Are presently down again, fallen short of Heaven: j-jn j n2 vhb av d n1 p-acp pno32, cst av-j dt n1, cs pns32 vvb dt j j, pns32 vbr av-j a-acp av, vvb j pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
512 of all warlike engines your Grant does and fire-works are most deadly, of all prayers, those that have most fire, most fervencie, are most killing. of all warlike Engines your Grant does and fireworks Are most deadly, of all Prayers, those that have most fire, most fervency, Are most killing. pp-f d j n2 po22 n1 vdz cc n2 vbr av-ds j, pp-f d n2, d cst vhb ds n1, ds n1, vbr av-ds vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 3
513 A third requisite in Prayer is Constancie and Perseverance, not easily upon the Lords delay, A third requisite in Prayer is Constancy and Perseverance, not Easily upon the lords Delay, dt ord j p-acp n1 vbz n1 cc n1, xx av-j p-acp dt n2 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
514 or seeming deniall, beat off, importunitie which is often offensive to man is alwaies pleasing to God, commended it was by Christ in those two Parables of the friend at midnight, or seeming denial, beatrice off, importunity which is often offensive to man is always pleasing to God, commended it was by christ in those two Parables of the friend At midnight, cc j-vvg n1, vvb a-acp, n1 r-crq vbz av j p-acp n1 vbz av vvg p-acp np1, vvn pn31 vbds p-acp np1 p-acp d crd n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
515 and the widow with the unjust Judge; and the widow with the unjust Judge; cc dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
516 We may not say of our approaches to God, as Salomon of our neighbour, withdraw thy foot from thy neighbours house, or as in the Margent, Let thy foot be seldome in thy neighbours house, We may not say of our Approaches to God, as Solomon of our neighbour, withdraw thy foot from thy neighbours house, or as in the Margin, Let thy foot be seldom in thy neighbours house, pns12 vmb xx vvi pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, c-acp np1 pp-f po12 n1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 ng1 n1, cc c-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb po21 n1 vbb av p-acp po21 ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
517 lest he be wearie of thee, and hate thee; lest he be weary of thee, and hate thee; cs pns31 vbb j pp-f pno21, cc vvb pno21; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
518 no the oftener with God in his house, in our own houses, the more welcome, the Lord will not say, here is an unreasonable man and woman, I can never be rid of them, never at rest for them, they are still following me, praying, no the oftener with God in his house, in our own houses, the more welcome, the Lord will not say, Here is an unreasonable man and woman, I can never be rid of them, never At rest for them, they Are still following me, praying, dx dt av-c p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po12 d n2, dt av-dc j-jn, dt n1 vmb xx vvi, av vbz dt j n1 cc n1, pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn pp-f pno32, av p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr av vvg pno11, vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
519 and crying, and seeking with every day a new suit, they came to me the other day for power against oaths, I gave it them; and crying, and seeking with every day a new suit, they Come to me the other day for power against Oaths, I gave it them; cc vvg, cc vvg p-acp d n1 dt j n1, pns32 vvd p-acp pno11 dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, pns11 vvd pn31 pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
520 they came the next for strength against uncleannesse, I heard them; they Come the next for strength against uncleanness, I herd them; pns32 vvd dt ord p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvd pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
521 they come againe for power against pride, stabilitie to subdue sinfull passions, I denyed not, &c. and so what grace soever they want, they come to me for it, they askt an humbled and broken heart, I gave it them; they come again for power against pride, stability to subdue sinful passion, I denied not, etc. and so what grace soever they want, they come to me for it, they asked an humbled and broken heart, I gave it them; pns32 vvb av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, pns11 vvd xx, av cc av q-crq n1 av pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp pn31, pns32 vvd dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1, pns11 vvd pn31 pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
522 a tender conscience, they have it; a tender conscience, they have it; dt j n1, pns32 vhb pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
523 love of the word and helps to profit by it, I bestowed it, yet still they are following me, they cannot reade a Chapter, sing a Psalme, heare a Sermon, not receive food, undertake any businesse, love of the word and helps to profit by it, I bestowed it, yet still they Are following me, they cannot read a Chapter, sing a Psalm, hear a Sermon, not receive food, undertake any business, vvb pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vvd pn31, av av pns32 vbr vvg pno11, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1, vvb dt n1, vvb dt n1, xx vvi n1, vvb d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
524 but I am sought unto for a blessing: but I am sought unto for a blessing: cc-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
525 O no God will never cast it into thy teeth, that thou maist rest satisfied with what he hath done for thee, Oh no God will never cast it into thy teeth, that thou Mayest rest satisfied with what he hath done for thee, uh dx n1 vmb av-x vvi pn31 p-acp po21 n2, cst pns21 vm2 vvi vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno21, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
526 and trouble him no further, that thou comest too often; we shall indeed heare God complaining, thou hast wearied me with thine iniquities; and trouble him no further, that thou Comest too often; we shall indeed hear God complaining, thou hast wearied me with thine iniquities; cc vvi pno31 av-dx av-jc, cst pns21 vv2 av av; pns12 vmb av vvi np1 vvg, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp po21 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
527 but never, that he was wearied with the prayers of his people, when such as they ought, no suitours so welcome to God, but never, that he was wearied with the Prayers of his people, when such as they ought, no Suitors so welcome to God, p-acp av, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq d c-acp pns32 vmd, dx n2 av j-jn p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
528 as those which are most importunate, Gods people may be upbraided with their unbeliefe, and hardnesse of heart, never with their too often praying, heare the Apostle, The Lord giveth liberally to all, and upbraideth not; as those which Are most importunate, God's people may be upbraided with their unbelief, and hardness of heart, never with their too often praying, hear the Apostle, The Lord gives liberally to all, and upbraideth not; c-acp d r-crq vbr av-ds j, ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, av-x p-acp po32 av av vvg, vvb dt n1, dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp d, cc vvz xx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
529 Let me then speake to all those, whose spirits are readie to faile, and their hearts neere sinking, Let me then speak to all those, whose spirits Are ready to fail, and their hearts near sinking, vvb pno11 av vvi p-acp d d, rg-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cc po32 n2 av-j vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
530 because after many prayers they have not what they desire, that if they will with Jacob hold God to it, not let him goe except he blesse, such is the goodnesse of God, they, that asking according to his will, will take no nay, shall have no nay, Because After many Prayers they have not what they desire, that if they will with Jacob hold God to it, not let him go except he bless, such is the Goodness of God, they, that asking according to his will, will take no nay, shall have no nay, c-acp p-acp d n2 pns32 vhb xx r-crq pns32 vvb, cst cs pns32 vmb p-acp np1 vvb np1 p-acp pn31, xx vvi pno31 vvi c-acp pns31 vvb, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32, cst vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi av-dx uh, vmb vhi dx uh-x, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
531 but may be assured, that what they strive by earnestnesse and holy importunitie, to wrest (as it were) out of Gods hands, he will at length in his own good time give into their bosomes. but may be assured, that what they strive by earnestness and holy importunity, to wrest (as it were) out of God's hands, he will At length in his own good time give into their bosoms. cc-acp vmb vbi vvn, cst r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc j n1, pc-acp vvi (c-acp pn31 vbdr) av pp-f npg1 n2, pns31 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d j n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
532 The Canaanitish woman found it, who fastning the more upon Christ, by all those meanes where with he seem'd to beat her off, had at length, the utmost, The Canaanitish woman found it, who fastening the more upon christ, by all those means where with he seemed to beatrice her off, had At length, the utmost, dt jp n1 vvd pn31, r-crq vvg dt av-dc p-acp np1, p-acp d d n2 c-crq p-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, vhd p-acp n1, dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
533 if not more then she sought, Be it unto thee even as thou wilt. if not more then she sought, Be it unto thee even as thou wilt. cs xx av-dc cs pns31 vvd, vbb pn31 p-acp pno21 av c-acp pns21 vm2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 3
534 In the last place, consider we unto whom Nehemiah goeth in Prayer, it is to the God of Heaven, I prayed before the God of Heaven. In the last place, Consider we unto whom Nehemiah Goes in Prayer, it is to the God of Heaven, I prayed before the God of Heaven. p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pns12 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
535 I have told you, that the maine businesse he went about, was that he might find mercie in the sight of the King, I have told you, that the main business he went about, was that he might find mercy in the sighed of the King, pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst dt j n1 pns31 vvd a-acp, vbds cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
536 so the close of the last verse of this Chapter will tell you, and all the words following, till we come to that, are a continued prayer for this: so the close of the last verse of this Chapter will tell you, and all the words following, till we come to that, Are a continued prayer for this: av dt j pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi pn22, cc d dt n2 vvg, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d, vbr dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
537 He knew it was in the kings power to give libertie and assistance, for reliefe of the peoples miseries, He knew it was in the Kings power to give liberty and assistance, for relief of the peoples misery's, pns31 vvd pn31 vbds p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
538 and the repaire of Jerusalems ruines, that if there was a probable way on earth to doe it, it must be done by the King, and the repair of Jerusalems ruins, that if there was a probable Way on earth to do it, it must be done by the King, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cst cs a-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
539 yet observe his first step was Heaven-ward: yet observe his First step was Heavenward: av vvb po31 ord n1 vbds n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
540 he had a place of great trust and favour with the King, so he saith of himselfe, I was the Kings Cup-bearer, or as others, Pragustator, his taster, which might have incouraged him first to make knowne unto the King the condition of the People and Citie, he had a place of great trust and favour with the King, so he Says of himself, I was the Kings Cupbearer, or as Others, Pragustator, his taster, which might have encouraged him First to make known unto the King the condition of the People and city, pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz pp-f px31, pns11 vbds dt ng1 n1, cc c-acp n2-jn, n1, po31 n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn pno31 ord pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
541 and his own heavinesse of heart for their affliction and decayes, but he durst not relye on that, and his own heaviness of heart for their affliction and decays, but he durst not rely on that, cc po31 d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2, cc-acp pns31 vvd xx vvi p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
542 therefore he begins with God, and prayed before the God of Heaven. Therefore he begins with God, and prayed before the God of Heaven. av pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 3
543 I know the desire of all our soules hath long been and is, that (if God please) our Parliament, I know the desire of all our Souls hath long been and is, that (if God please) our Parliament, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2 vhz av-j vbn cc vbz, cst (cs np1 vvb) po12 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
544 and those which adhere unto it, and the cause of God, Religion and lawfull Liberties and Priviledges, which they desire to preserve, might find grace and mercie in the sight of our King ▪ learne we from Nehemiah's practise, what is the likeliest way to have our desires in this satisfied: and those which adhere unto it, and the cause of God, Religion and lawful Liberties and Privileges, which they desire to preserve, might find grace and mercy in the sighed of our King ▪ Learn we from Nehemiah's practise, what is the likeliest Way to have our Desires in this satisfied: cc d r-crq vvb p-acp pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc j n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, vmd vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 ▪ vvb pns12 p-acp npg1 vvi, r-crq vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vhi po12 n2 p-acp d vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
545 In the following Chapter you shall heare the King asking Nehemiah, Why is thy countenance sad? for what dost thou make request? What would'st thou have me doe? one would thinke here was incouragement enough to put him upon the present making knowne all his desires to the King, In the following Chapter you shall hear the King asking Nehemiah, Why is thy countenance sad? for what dost thou make request? What Wouldst thou have me do? one would think Here was encouragement enough to put him upon the present making known all his Desires to the King, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vvg np1, q-crq vbz po21 n1 j? p-acp q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi n1? r-crq vmd2 pns21 vhi pno11 vdi? pi vmd vvi av vbds n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n-vvg vvn d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
546 yet he first goes to God, So I prayed to the God of Heaven, and I said unto the King. yet he First Goes to God, So I prayed to the God of Heaven, and I said unto the King. av pns31 ord vvz p-acp np1, av pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
547 He had no hope that his petition would find acceptance with man, which had not been first presented unto God: He had no hope that his petition would find acceptance with man, which had not been First presented unto God: pns31 vhd dx n1 cst po31 n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhd xx vbn ord vvn p-acp np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
548 you shall heare the like of old Jacob in that great famine of Canaan, his sonnes at their first sending into Egypt found a great deale of rough and hard both words and deeds from Joseph the governour, Simeon was left in prison behind them in Egypt, you shall hear the like of old Jacob in that great famine of Canaan, his Sons At their First sending into Egypt found a great deal of rough and hard both words and Deeds from Joseph the governor, Simeon was left in prison behind them in Egypt, pn22 vmb vvi dt av-j pp-f j np1 p-acp cst j n1 pp-f np1, po31 n2 p-acp po32 ord n-vvg p-acp np1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f j cc av-j d n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 dt n1, np1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
549 and they must not returne for further provision into Egypt, except they brought Benjamine with them, their good aged father was now in a wonderfull strait, the famine increased, their former corne eaten up, heare Jacob lamenting, Me have ye bereaved of my children, Joseph is not, and Simeon is not, and ye will take Benjamine away, all these things are against me, but what was Jacobs way for helpe in this strait? he had no hope of reliefe, and they must not return for further provision into Egypt, except they brought Benjamin with them, their good aged father was now in a wonderful strait, the famine increased, their former corn eaten up, hear Jacob lamenting, Me have you bereft of my children, Joseph is not, and Simeon is not, and you will take Benjamin away, all these things Are against me, but what was Jacobs Way for help in this strait? he had no hope of relief, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp jc n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vvd np1 p-acp pno32, po32 j j-vvn n1 vbds av p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvd, po32 j n1 vvn a-acp, vvb np1 vvg, pno11 vhi pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n2, np1 vbz xx, cc np1 vbz xx, cc pn22 vmb vvi np1 av, d d n2 vbr p-acp pno11, p-acp r-crq vbds np1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1? pns31 vhd dx n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
550 but in the Governours favour, and what course did he take to win it? He doth not omit other meanes, If it must needs be so now, do this: but in the Governors favour, and what course did he take to win it? He does not omit other means, If it must needs be so now, do this: cc-acp p-acp dt n2 n1, cc r-crq n1 vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31? pns31 vdz xx vvi j-jn n2, cs pn31 vmb av vbi av av, vdb d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
551 take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carrie downe the man a present, but did Jacob trust in this, take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, but did Jacob trust in this, vvb pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 dt j, cc-acp vdd np1 vvb p-acp d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
552 or the returne of double money in their sacks, and the sending of Benjamine with them? which last was all that Joseph desired: or the return of double money in their sacks, and the sending of Benjamin with them? which last was all that Joseph desired: cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno32? q-crq ord vbds d cst np1 vvd: (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
553 No Jacob rested in none of these, he had a former comfortable experience, which might help to lesson him in this, it was not the present he sent to Esau, but the Prayer he put up to God, which gave him favour in the sight of Esau, it is this that he now trusts unto, God Almightie give you mercie before the man, and it was this that wrought it: No Jacob rested in none of these, he had a former comfortable experience, which might help to Lesson him in this, it was not the present he sent to Esau, but the Prayer he put up to God, which gave him favour in the sighed of Esau, it is this that he now trusts unto, God Almighty give you mercy before the man, and it was this that wrought it: uh-dx np1 vvd p-acp pix pp-f d, pns31 vhd dt j j n1, r-crq vmd vvi p-acp n1 pno31 p-acp d, pn31 vbds xx dt j pns31 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz d cst pns31 av vvz p-acp, np1 j-jn vvb pn22 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vbds d cst vvd pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
554 and certainly, let us rest assured, there is no such prevailing way to regaine the heart of our King, (which should have a chiefe place in the petitions of this day) as to beg it of God by Prayer. and Certainly, let us rest assured, there is no such prevailing Way to regain the heart of our King, (which should have a chief place in the petitions of this day) as to beg it of God by Prayer. cc av-j, vvb pno12 vvb vvd, pc-acp vbz dx d j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (r-crq vmd vhi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1) p-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 3
555 That knowne place of Salomon gives sufficient ground for this, The heart of the King is in the hand of the Lord, That known place of Solomon gives sufficient ground for this, The heart of the King is in the hand of the Lord, cst j-vvn n1 pp-f np1 vvz j n1 p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
556 as the rivers of waters, he turneth it whithersoever he will: as the Rivers of waters, he turns it whithersoever he will: c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz pn31 av pns31 vmb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
557 I might be large in giving, though but a short touch upon the severall translations and Interpretations of those words [ rivers of waters ] every one whereof may commend some usefull Meditation; I might be large in giving, though but a short touch upon the several Translations and Interpretations of those words [ Rivers of waters ] every one whereof may commend Some useful Meditation; pns11 vmd vbi j p-acp vvg, cs p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2 [ n2 pp-f n2 ] d crd c-crq vmb vvi d j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
558 the Italian reads it small springs, Sanctes Pagninus and Vatablus, rivuli, small prils, alluding to the custome of those which use to draw small springs, the Italian reads it small springs, Sanctes Pagninus and Vatablus, rivuli, small prils, alluding to the custom of those which use to draw small springs, dt jp vvz pn31 j n2, n2 np1 cc np1, fw-la, j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
559 or brooks over drie and barren soyles, which they easily turn with an hand plough, which way they please, or brooks over dry and barren soils, which they Easily turn with an hand plough, which Way they please, cc n2 p-acp j cc j n2, r-crq pns32 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, r-crq n1 pns32 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
560 so easily is the heart of the King inclined this or that way, as seemeth good to the Lord, instances Ahasuerus, Esth. 3. 11. 8. 8. Darius, Dan. 6 7, 8, 9, 26. so Easily is the heart of the King inclined this or that Way, as seems good to the Lord, instances Ahasuerus, Esth. 3. 11. 8. 8. Darius, Dan. 6 7, 8, 9, 26. av av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn d cc d n1, c-acp vvz j p-acp dt n1, n2 np1, np1 crd crd crd crd np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 3
561 The Septuagint, NONLATINALPHABET, impetus aquae, the violence of waters, or violent waters, so the verbe comming of this in the New Testament is translated running or rushing violently, Matth. 8. 32. Act. 19. 29. implying, that let the Kings heart be set never so violently on this or that resolution, The septuagint,, impetus Water, the violence of waters, or violent waters, so the verb coming of this in the New Testament is translated running or rushing violently, Matthew 8. 32. Act. 19. 29. implying, that let the Kings heart be Set never so violently on this or that resolution, dt n1,, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc j n2, av dt n1 vvg pp-f d p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn n1 cc vvg av-j, np1 crd crd n1 crd crd vvg, cst vvb dt ng1 n1 vbi vvn av av av-j p-acp d cc d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
562 yet the Lord that sitteth and ruleth on the flouds, that can calme the greatest tempest, is able at his pleasure to quiet the most violent spirits of Princes: yet the Lord that Sitteth and Ruleth on the floods, that can Cam the greatest tempest, is able At his pleasure to quiet the most violent spirits of Princes: av dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n2, cst vmb vvi dt js n1, vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
563 and some from hence referre it to the ebbing and flowing of the sea, to assure, that God who hath set barres and doores to the sea, and Some from hence refer it to the ebbing and flowing of the sea, to assure, that God who hath Set bars and doors to the sea, cc d p-acp av vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi, cst np1 r-crq vhz vvn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
564 and said, Hitherto shalt thou come, and no further, and here shall thy proud waves be stayed, or as the Psalmist, Thou rulest the raging of the sea, and when the waves thereof arise, thou stillest them, the same God hath set the counsels and power of Kings their bounds and limits, which they shall not passe, and said, Hitherto shalt thou come, and no further, and Here shall thy proud waves be stayed, or as the Psalmist, Thou Rulest the raging of the sea, and when the waves thereof arise, thou stillest them, the same God hath Set the Counsels and power of Kings their bounds and Limits, which they shall not pass, cc vvd, av vm2 pns21 vvi, cc dx av-jc, cc av vmb po21 j n2 vbb vvn, cc p-acp dt n1, pns21 vv2 dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc c-crq dt n2 av vvb, pns21 js pno32, dt d np1 vhz vvn dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 po32 n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vmb xx vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
565 and can easily, and if he please, suddenly calme their rage: and can Easily, and if he please, suddenly Cam their rage: cc vmb av-j, cc cs pns31 vvb, av-j j-jn po32 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
566 what a full and comfortable evidence hereof is that of Nebuchadnezzars rage and fury against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, ver. 13. full of fury, 19. yet see how quickly God calm'd him, ver. 26, 27, 28, 29. the place is worth your reading, and observation; what a full and comfortable evidence hereof is that of Nebuchadnezar's rage and fury against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, ver. 13. full of fury, 19. yet see how quickly God calmed him, ver. 26, 27, 28, 29. the place is worth your reading, and observation; r-crq dt j cc j n1 av vbz d pp-f n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1, fw-la. crd j pp-f n1, crd av vvb c-crq av-j np1 vvn pno31, fw-la. crd, crd, crd, crd dt n1 vbz j po22 n-vvg, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
567 you shall see how suddenly Nebuchadnezzars blaspheming God, ver. 15. turned into his blessing God, ver. 28. his decree for worshipping the golden image, ver. 10. changed into a decree for the honour of the true God, ver. 29. his rage and furie against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, ver. 15. converted into his promoting them, ver. 30. you shall see how suddenly Nebuchadnezar's blaspheming God, ver. 15. turned into his blessing God, ver. 28. his Decree for worshipping the golden image, ver. 10. changed into a Decree for the honour of the true God, ver. 29. his rage and fury against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, ver. 15. converted into his promoting them, ver. 30. pn22 vmb vvi c-crq av-j n2 vvg np1, fw-la. crd vvn p-acp po31 vvg np1, fw-la. crd po31 vvi p-acp vvg dt j n1, fw-la. crd vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, fw-la. crd po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1, fw-la. crd vvn p-acp po31 j-vvg pno32, fw-la. crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 3
568 The vulgar Latine reads divisiones aquarum, the divisions of waters, referring this either to the clouds those waters above, the bottles of Heaven, which the Lord is pleased to emptie on this place, The Vulgar Latin reads Divisions aquarum, the divisions of waters, referring this either to the Clouds those waters above, the bottles of Heaven, which the Lord is pleased to empty on this place, dt j jp vvz fw-la fw-la, dt n2 pp-f n2, vvg d d p-acp dt n2 d n2 a-acp, dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j p-acp d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
569 and not on that, as in the Prophet: and not on that, as in the Prophet: cc xx p-acp d, c-acp p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
570 Or to the river Nilus, whose overflowings sometimes fruitfull, sometimes hurtfull, so the Lord one while inclines the hearts of Kings to the good of his people, according to that of the Psalmist of a good King, He shall come downe like raine upon the mowen grasse: Or to the river Nilus, whose overflowings sometime fruitful, sometime hurtful, so the Lord one while inclines the hearts of Kings to the good of his people, according to that of the Psalmist of a good King, He shall come down like rain upon the mowen grass: cc p-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq n2-vvg av j, av j, av dt n1 crd n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp av-j n1 p-acp dt vvn n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
571 as showres that water the earth: another time to the hurt of their people, suffering them to be like the waters of Marah full of bitternesse, as showers that water the earth: Another time to the hurt of their people, suffering them to be like the waters of Marah full of bitterness, c-acp n2 cst n1 dt n1: j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi av-j dt n2 pp-f np1 j pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
572 and which is worse, like the waters in the rivers of Egypt turn'd into bloud, insomuch as there was bloud throughout all the land of Egypt: and which is Worse, like the waters in the Rivers of Egypt turned into blood, insomuch as there was blood throughout all the land of Egypt: cc r-crq vbz av-jc, av-j dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n1, av a-acp a-acp vbds n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
573 Others following the vulgar referre these divisions of water, to the Lords dividing the red sea, that when Pharaoh and his servants repenting of that libertie they had given to Israel for their passage out of Egypt, pursued them with their whole strength: Others following the Vulgar refer these divisions of water, to the lords dividing the read sea, that when Pharaoh and his Servants repenting of that liberty they had given to Israel for their passage out of Egypt, pursued them with their Whole strength: n2-jn vvg dt j vvb d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 vvg dt j-jn n1, cst c-crq np1 cc po31 n2 vvg pp-f d n1 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1 av pp-f np1, vvd pno32 p-acp po32 j-jn n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
574 as the Lord in that great strait of his people, made a division of the waters in the sea for their safe passage, as the Lord in that great strait of his people, made a division of the waters in the sea for their safe passage, c-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
575 but caused them to returne upon and drowne Pharaoh and all his forces; but caused them to return upon and drown Pharaoh and all his forces; cc-acp vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp cc a-acp np1 cc d po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
576 so the Lord can turne the counsels and pursuits of such Kings, as set themselves against God and his people, so the Lord can turn the Counsels and pursuits of such Kings, as Set themselves against God and his people, av dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2, c-acp vvb px32 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
577 as to the good of his people, so to the ruine of themselves and their adherenes; as to the good of his people, so to the ruin of themselves and their adherenes; c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f px32 cc po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
578 but in this the Lord be mercifull to our Soveraigne for his safetie, and if nothing will calme the rage of the sons of Belial, that then all the stormes and waves which their malice and furie hath raised may returne upon their own heads, and overwhelme themselves. but in this the Lord be merciful to our Sovereign for his safety, and if nothing will Cam the rage of the Sons of Belial, that then all the storms and waves which their malice and fury hath raised may return upon their own Heads, and overwhelm themselves. cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 vbb j p-acp po12 n-jn p-acp po31 n1, cc cs pix vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst av d dt n2 cc n2 r-crq po32 n1 cc n1 vhz vvn vmb vvi p-acp po32 d n2, cc vvb px32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 3
579 To close all with some short Application, give me leave to expresse my thoughts, what is the best and likeliest way to have that mercie which Nehemiah here sought, that we might at the length find favour in the sight of our King; To close all with Some short Application, give me leave to express my thoughts, what is the best and likeliest Way to have that mercy which Nehemiah Here sought, that we might At the length find favour in the sighed of our King; pc-acp vvi d p-acp d j n1, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n2, r-crq vbz dt js cc js n1 pc-acp vhi d n1 r-crq np1 av vvd, cst pns12 vmd p-acp dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
580 You have heard that the heart of the King is in the Lords hand, and if ever we have it to out comfort, we must have it from thence; You have herd that the heart of the King is in the lords hand, and if ever we have it to out Comfort, we must have it from thence; pn22 vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 n1, cc cs av pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp av n1, pns12 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
581 Now a prevailing way for this with God is: Now a prevailing Way for this with God is: av dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d p-acp np1 vbz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
582 Let the Lord in our Prayers for the Kings heart, see in us Nehemiah's spirit, he was all for the publike, Let the Lord in our Prayers for the Kings heart, see in us Nehemiah's Spirit, he was all for the public, vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, vvb p-acp pno12 npg1 n1, pns31 vbds av-d p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
583 as will appeare in severall verses of the second Chapter, not one word for his owne particular; as will appear in several Verses of the second Chapter, not one word for his own particular; c-acp vmb vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f dt ord n1, xx crd n1 p-acp po31 d j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
584 let the Lord then see that our desires for the return of our King are for the generall good of Church and State, that Gods cause, Reformation may be advanced, that we may behold Jerusalem in its beautie, Religion in its Power and Puritie: let the Lord then see that our Desires for the return of our King Are for the general good of Church and State, that God's cause, Reformation may be advanced, that we may behold Jerusalem in its beauty, Religion in its Power and Purity: vvb dt n1 av vvi cst po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbr p-acp dt j j pp-f n1 cc n1, cst ng1 n1, n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
585 Many (saith Salomon) seek the rulers favour, but for what, surely most for that of Saul, He will give every one of you fields and vineyards, and make you all captains of thousands, and captains of hundreds. Many (Says Solomon) seek the Rulers favour, but for what, surely most for that of Saul, He will give every one of you fields and vineyards, and make you all Captains of thousands, and Captains of hundreds. d (vvz np1) vvb dt ng1 n1, p-acp p-acp q-crq, av-j av-ds p-acp cst pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi d crd pp-f pn22 n2 cc n2, cc vvb pn22 d n2 pp-f crd, cc n2 pp-f crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
586 Are not too many of our hearts too much after such as these? so we may sit under our owne vine, we little care what becomes of Gods vineyard, let the wilde boare make what spoile and havock he will in this, it little troubles us, are not too many of our hearts too much After such as these? so we may fit under our own vine, we little care what becomes of God's vineyard, let the wild boar make what spoil and havoc he will in this, it little Troubles us, vbr xx av d pp-f po12 n2 av av-d c-acp d c-acp d? av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 d n1, pns12 j n1 r-crq vvz pp-f npg1 n1, vvb dt j n1 vvi r-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb p-acp d, pn31 av-j vvz pno12, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
587 so we can keep him out of our own; so we can keep him out of our own; av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av pp-f po12 d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
588 Jerome reports of Nebridius the Empresse sisters sonne, a great Courtier, and in speciall favour with Princes, that he never put up any suit but for others, chiefly the poore, Jerome reports of Nebridius the Empress Sisters son, a great Courtier, and in special favour with Princes, that he never put up any suit but for Others, chiefly the poor, np1 n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 ng1 n1, dt j n1, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp n2, cst pns31 av-x vvd a-acp d n1 cc-acp p-acp n2-jn, av-jn dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
589 and such as were in distresse, insomuch as Princes usually granted his petitions; upon this ground, what we give unto him, we give to many; and such as were in distress, insomuch as Princes usually granted his petitions; upon this ground, what we give unto him, we give to many; cc d c-acp vbdr p-acp n1, av c-acp n2 av-j vvd po31 n2; p-acp d n1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, pns12 vvb p-acp d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
590 certainly it would much work with God, to give us our Kings favour, if he did see, that we would improve it for the common good, especially for Religion, Certainly it would much work with God, to give us our Kings favour, if he did see, that we would improve it for the Common good, especially for Religion, av-j pn31 vmd av-d vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2 vvi, cs pns31 vdd vvi, cst pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt j j, av-j p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
591 when we much care not how it goes with us in our particular, so that may be safe and prosper: when we much care not how it Goes with us in our particular, so that may be safe and prosper: c-crq pns12 d vvb xx c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j, av cst vmb vbi j cc vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
592 David an excellent pattern, when things were at the worst, as in severall Verses, yet what was the chiefest of Davids care, David an excellent pattern, when things were At the worst, as in several Verses, yet what was the chiefest of Davids care, np1 dt j n1, c-crq n2 vbdr p-acp dt js, c-acp p-acp j n2, av q-crq vbds dt js-jn pp-f npg1 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
593 for himselfe, or his own safetie? No, he so much lookt to the publique, the safetie of the Arke, which was Israels glorie, as he overlooks himselfe, saying in that extremitie of his to Zadok, Carry back the Arke of God into the Citie, let that be safe, for himself, or his own safety? No, he so much looked to the public, the safety of the Ark, which was Israel's glory, as he overlooks himself, saying in that extremity of his to Zadok, Carry back the Ark of God into the city, let that be safe, p-acp px31, cc po31 d n1? uh-dx, pns31 av av-d vvn p-acp dt j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds npg1 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz px31, vvg p-acp cst n1 pp-f png31 p-acp vvb, vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vvb cst vbb j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
594 and for my selfe, and mine own safetie, I leave that to God, If I shall find favour in the eyes of the Lord, he will bring me againe, and for my self, and mine own safety, I leave that to God, If I shall find favour in the eyes of the Lord, he will bring me again, cc p-acp po11 n1, cc po11 d n1, pns11 vvb cst p-acp np1, cs pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
595 and shew me both it, and his habitation. But if he say, I have no delight in thee: and show me both it, and his habitation. But if he say, I have no delight in thee: cc vvb pno11 av-d pn31, cc po31 n1. p-acp cs pns31 vvb, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno21: (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
596 behold, here am I, let him doe to me, as seemeth good unto him. behold, Here am I, let him do to me, as seems good unto him. vvb, av vbm pns11, vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pno11, c-acp vvz j p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 3
597 That God may be pleased to give us our Kings heart, let us in truth and sinceritie give God our hearts, be cordiall in his cause, look chiefly at his glorie, many in these times may be for the common good, That God may be pleased to give us our Kings heart, let us in truth and sincerity give God our hearts, be cordial in his cause, look chiefly At his glory, many in these times may be for the Common good, cst np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2 n1, vvb pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb np1 po12 n2, vbb j p-acp po31 n1, vvb av-jn p-acp po31 n1, d p-acp d n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
598 but it is for such things, as if we have them by meanes of our Kings favour and presence, we cannot truly say, it is that favour which God gives; but it is for such things, as if we have them by means of our Kings favour and presence, we cannot truly say, it is that favour which God gives; cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, c-acp cs pns12 vhb pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 cc n1, pns12 vmbx av-j vvi, pn31 vbz cst n1 r-crq np1 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
599 And I am perswaded the Lord hath justly with-held our King from us, because in our desires for his returne, we have too little lookt to God, to Religion, too much unto other things; And I am persuaded the Lord hath justly withheld our King from us, Because in our Desires for his return, we have too little looked to God, to Religion, too much unto other things; cc pns11 vbm vvn dt n1 vhz av-j vvn po12 n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vhb av av-j vvn p-acp np1, p-acp n1, av av-d p-acp j-jn n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
600 What's the common voice? had we the Court amongst us, our full Parliament, our usuall termes, What's the Common voice? had we the Court among us, our full Parliament, our usual terms, q-crq|vbz dt j n1? vhd pns12 dt n1 p-acp pno12, po12 j n1, po12 j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
601 how would all professions begainers, our former trading goe forward, and profits come in? I must in this leave every one to the scrutinie of his owne heart, how would all professions begainers, our former trading go forward, and profits come in? I must in this leave every one to the scrutiny of his own heart, q-crq vmd d n2 n2, po12 j n-vvg vvi av-j, cc n2 vvb p-acp? pns11 vmb p-acp d n1 d pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
602 and to that God, who is the searcher of all hearts, he knoweth in this what our desires are, and to that God, who is the searcher of all hearts, he Knoweth in this what our Desires Are, cc p-acp cst np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz p-acp d r-crq po12 n2 vbr, (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
603 and at what we look in our desires, certainely had the Lord and his cause more realitie in our hearts, we should finde more interest in the heart of our King. and At what we look in our Desires, Certainly had the Lord and his cause more reality in our hearts, we should find more Interest in the heart of our King. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, av-j vhd dt n1 cc po31 n1 av-dc n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 3
604 Must we goe to God for all favour that we would have from our King, such indeed as will bring comfort with it, Must we go to God for all favour that we would have from our King, such indeed as will bring Comfort with it, vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 cst pns12 vmd vhi p-acp po12 n1, d av c-acp vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
605 and that because the Kings heart is in Gods hand, let us not seeke to take it thence by any indirect or unwarrantable way, let us be sure, that what is given us by our King, is given in Gods way, and that Because the Kings heart is in God's hand, let us not seek to take it thence by any indirect or unwarrantable Way, let us be sure, that what is given us by our King, is given in God's Way, cc d c-acp dt ng1 n1 vbz p-acp ng1 n1, vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp d j cc j n1, vvb pno12 vbi j, cst r-crq vbz vvn pno12 p-acp po12 n1, vbz vvn p-acp ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
606 and by such meanes, as we know the Lord will owne; and by such means, as we know the Lord will own; cc p-acp d n2, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
607 let us not desire that favour from our King, which we cannot truly say, we received from Gods hand, let us not desire that favour from our King, which we cannot truly say, we received from God's hand, vvb pno12 xx vvi d n1 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq pns12 vmbx av-j vvi, pns12 vvd p-acp npg1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
608 and which we know cannot stand with Gods honour to give; and which we know cannot stand with God's honour to give; cc r-crq pns12 vvi vmbx vvi p-acp ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
609 Let then, I beseech you, in the Name of our God (whom this concernes) be carefull That no Propositions for Peace be tendered to our King, Let then, I beseech you, in the Name of our God (whom this concerns) be careful That no Propositions for Peace be tendered to our King, vvb av, pns11 vvb pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 (r-crq d vvz) vbi j cst dx n2 p-acp n1 vbb vvn p-acp po12 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
610 but such as first in your serious thoughts have beene presented to Christ the Prince of Peace, finde out first the minde of Christ, but such as First in your serious thoughts have been presented to christ the Prince of Peace, find out First the mind of christ, cc-acp d c-acp ord p-acp po22 j n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av ord dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
611 before your minds made known to the King, for undoubtedly there can be no comfortable assurance of establishing that peace on earth, which hath not also its sanction in Heaven. before your minds made known to the King, for undoubtedly there can be no comfortable assurance of establishing that peace on earth, which hath not also its sanction in Heaven. p-acp po22 n2 vvd vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp av-j a-acp vmb vbi dx j n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz xx av po31 n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 3
612 We are all for Peace, we daily pray for it, our Armies fight for it, We Are all for Peace, we daily pray for it, our Armies fight for it, pns12 vbr d p-acp n1, pns12 av-j vvb p-acp pn31, po12 n2 vvi p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
613 yet not for Peace upon any termes, not a Peace dishonourable to God, but for such a peace, yet not for Peace upon any terms, not a Peace dishonourable to God, but for such a peace, av xx p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, xx dt n1 j p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp d dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
614 as may best further and keepe our peace with God (and I doubt not but the desires of all our worthy Patriots soules are for this ▪) And here give me leave to minde you of Appius Claudius his carriage in the Treatie for Peace betwixt Pyrrhus and the Romanes, Pyrrhus fought three battles against the Romanes, in the two first he got the victorie, as may best further and keep our peace with God (and I doubt not but the Desires of all our worthy Patriots Souls Are for this ▪) And Here give me leave to mind you of Appius Claudius his carriage in the Treaty for Peace betwixt Phyrrhus and the Romans, Phyrrhus fought three battles against the Romans, in the two First he god the victory, c-acp vmb av-js av-jc cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp np1 (cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po12 j n2 n2 vbr p-acp d ▪) cc av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f np1 np1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc dt njp2, np1 vvd crd n2 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp dt crd ord pns31 vvd dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
615 but with such great losse of his men in both, that it was said of him for the first, he might gloriari, non gaudere, brag of his victorie, not rejoyce; but with such great loss of his men in both, that it was said of him for the First, he might Gloriari, non Rejoice, brag of his victory, not rejoice; cc-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d, cst pn31 vbds vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp dt ord, pns31 vmd fw-la, fw-fr fw-la, vvb pp-f po31 n1, xx vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
616 for the second himselfe was heard to say, that if he got such another victorie, he was undone; for the second himself was herd to say, that if he god such Another victory, he was undone; p-acp dt ord px31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, cst cs pns31 vvd d j-jn n1, pns31 vbds vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
617 after the first, Overtures were made by Cine••, Pyrrhus his Ambassadour in the Senate for Peace, After the First, Overtures were made by Cine••, Phyrrhus his Ambassador in the Senate for Peace, p-acp dt ord, n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, np1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
618 and many were apt to incline unto it, as disheartened by Pyrrhus his late victorie, and many were apt to incline unto it, as disheartened by Phyrrhus his late victory, cc d vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp vvn p-acp np1 po31 j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
619 and feare of a speedie second attempt, whereof Appius Claudius having notice, being blind, very aged, and Fear of a speedy second attempt, whereof Appius Claudius having notice, being blind, very aged, cc n1 pp-f dt j ord n1, c-crq np1 npg1 vhg n1, vbg j, j j-vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
620 and who had devoted himselfe wholly unto privacie, yet the noise of peace with Pyrrhus so wrought with him, and who had devoted himself wholly unto privacy, yet the noise of peace with Phyrrhus so wrought with him, cc r-crq vhd vvn px31 av-jn p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 av vvn p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
621 as he caused himselfe to be carried in his Couch unto the Senate house, and presently breakes out, Worthy and noble Patriots and Senatours of Rome, I have hitherto with some griefe indured the losse of my sight, as he caused himself to be carried in his Couch unto the Senate house, and presently breaks out, Worthy and noble Patriots and Senators of Room, I have hitherto with Some grief endured the loss of my sighed, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, cc av-j vvz av, j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vhb av p-acp d n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
622 but now that I heare your consultations and inclinations to decree a Peace so unworthy and dishonourable to the glorie and renowne of this Citie of Rome, with Pyrrhus your professed enemie, it now most troubles me, that I am only blind, but now that I hear your Consultations and inclinations to Decree a Peace so unworthy and dishonourable to the glory and renown of this city of Room, with Phyrrhus your professed enemy, it now most Troubles me, that I am only blind, cc-acp av cst pns11 vvb po22 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av j cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp np1 po22 j-vvn n1, pn31 av ds n2 pno11, cst pns11 vbm av-j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
623 and not also deafe, that mine eares might not heare so great an infamie and reproch to Rome. and not also deaf, that mine ears might not hear so great an infamy and reproach to Room. cc xx av j, cst po11 n2 vmd xx vvi av j dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
624 I know unto whom in this I speake, I shall leave the application to their own thoughts. I know unto whom in this I speak, I shall leave the application to their own thoughts. pns11 vvb p-acp ro-crq p-acp d pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 3
625 Lastly, will not the Lord be pleased to give us the favour of our King in a lawfull and warrantable way? cannot we yet obtaine that from him, which we may with confidence and comfort say, the Lord hath given? let this be the supporting cordiall of Gods people, that though they cannot have the Kings heart, Lastly, will not the Lord be pleased to give us the favour of our King in a lawful and warrantable Way? cannot we yet obtain that from him, which we may with confidence and Comfort say, the Lord hath given? let this be the supporting cordial of God's people, that though they cannot have the Kings heart, ord, vmb xx dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1? vmbx pns12 av vvi cst p-acp pno31, r-crq pns12 vmb p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb, dt n1 vhz vvn? vvb d vbb dt vvg j pp-f npg1 n1, cst cs pns32 vmbx vhi dt ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
626 yet God hath it in his hand, and why should we seeke to take it out of the Lords hand, otherwise then he will give it, can it be any where better? hath any more wisdome then God, to guide and steere it? can it be with any that beares more truth and tendernesse of affection to the Church then God doth? shall it not satisfie, that there is not a thought in the heart of any King, yet God hath it in his hand, and why should we seek to take it out of the lords hand, otherwise then he will give it, can it be any where better? hath any more Wisdom then God, to guide and steer it? can it be with any that bears more truth and tenderness of affection to the Church then God does? shall it not satisfy, that there is not a Thought in the heart of any King, av np1 vhz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n2 n1, av cs pns31 vmb vvi pn31, vmb pn31 vbb d q-crq jc? vhz d dc n1 cs np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31? vmb pn31 vbi p-acp d cst vvz dc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cs np1 vdz? vmb pn31 xx vvi, cst pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
627 but what is disposed of by the Lord? doth not that of Salomon hold true even of Kings? The preparations of the heart of man, but what is disposed of by the Lord? does not that of Solomon hold true even of Kings? The preparations of the heart of man, cc-acp q-crq vbz vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1? vdz xx d pp-f np1 vvb j av pp-f n2? dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
628 and the answer of the tongue is from the Lord: and the answer of the tongue is from the Lord: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
629 as also that in a following Chapter, There are many devices in a mans heart, neverthelesse the counsell of the Lord that shall stand: as also that in a following Chapter, There Are many devices in a men heart, nevertheless the counsel of the Lord that shall stand: c-acp av cst p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
630 assuredly, we may say of all the Kings on earth, as Balaam once of himselfe, they cannot doe either good or bad of their owne mind, but what the Lord puts into their hearts and hands. assuredly, we may say of all the Kings on earth, as balaam once of himself, they cannot do either good or bad of their own mind, but what the Lord puts into their hearts and hands. av-vvn, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d dt n2 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 a-acp pp-f px31, pns32 vmbx vdi d j cc j pp-f po32 d n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
631 It will give us a great deale of satisfaction, when we heare of a powerfull man, one that may doe us much hurt, It will give us a great deal of satisfaction, when we hear of a powerful man, one that may do us much hurt, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n1, pi cst vmb vdi pno12 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
632 and that wee know beareth us no great good will, yet wee are assured, that we have a fast friend, which hath his heart and hands in his power, and that we know bears us no great good will, yet we Are assured, that we have a fast friend, which hath his heart and hands in his power, cc cst pns12 vvb vvz pno12 av-dx j j n1, av pns12 vbr vvn, cst pns12 vhb dt j n1, r-crq vhz po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
633 and can turne and winde it (as wee say) at his pleasure, and we are confident, that he neither will nor can doe any thing against us but what our trustie faithfull friend will give way unto: and can turn and wind it (as we say) At his pleasure, and we Are confident, that he neither will nor can do any thing against us but what our trusty faithful friend will give Way unto: cc vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 (c-acp pns12 vvb) p-acp po31 n1, cc pns12 vbr j, cst pns31 av-dx vmb ccx vmb vdi d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp r-crq po12 j j n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp: (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
634 This is the Churches condition, and in this its happinesse, and may keep up the spirits of Gods people, that how ever sonnes of Belial, and of violence have had, This is the Churches condition, and in this its happiness, and may keep up the spirits of God's people, that how ever Sons of Belial, and of violence have had, d vbz dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp d po31 n1, cc vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cst c-crq av n2 pp-f np1, cc pp-f n1 vhb vhn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
635 and still keep our Kings person, and it may be sometimes obtaine his hand, yet God still keeps his heart in the power of his hands, to dispose of it, and still keep our Kings person, and it may be sometime obtain his hand, yet God still keeps his heart in the power of his hands, to dispose of it, cc av vvb po12 ng1 n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi av vvi po31 n1, av np1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
636 as his love and wisdome seeth expedient, and there let us be content it may rest, till the Lord is pleased in his owne way, as his love and Wisdom sees expedient, and there let us be content it may rest, till the Lord is pleased in his own Way, c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvz j, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vbi j pn31 vmb vvi, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
637 and his owne time to give it unto the prayers of his people, and those other meanes which the Lord shall please to owne and further. and his own time to give it unto the Prayers of his people, and those other means which the Lord shall please to own and further. cc po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc d j-jn n2 r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d cc av-jc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 3
638 I dare lead you no farther then to the Throne of Grace, to crave a Blessing upon what the Lord hath given you attention and patience to heare, I Dare led you no farther then to the Throne of Grace, to crave a Blessing upon what the Lord hath given you attention and patience to hear, pns11 vvb vvb pn22 av-dx av-jc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 3
639 and unto my weaknesse strength to deliver. Amen. FINIS. and unto my weakness strength to deliver. Amen. FINIS. cc p-acp po11 n1 n1 pc-acp vvi. uh-n. fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 3

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40 0 Gen. 15. 7. Gen. 15. 7. np1 crd crd
42 0 ver. 13. ver. 13. fw-la. crd
43 0 Deut. 4. 20. Gen. 15. 17. Gen. 37. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Psa. 105. 17, •8. Divino ju l••io quod de•l•r are conatisunt rea•tendo ser••erunt, Greg Moral. l 6. c 1•. Ideò venditus est à •ra•r•b•s Ioseph ne a•oraretur •ed •deò est adoratus, quia venditus, sic div••um consil•um du•• devitatur, impletur, sic bumanasaptentia, du n reluctatur, comprehend t•r, Id ibid. Isai. 65 ▪ 17, 18, 19. Rev. 21 ▪ 1, 2, 3, 4. 2 Pet. 3. 13. Deuteronomy 4. 20. Gen. 15. 17. Gen. 37. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Psa. 105. 17, •8. Divino ju l••io quod de•l•r Are conatisunt rea•tendo ser••erunt, Greg Moral. l 6. c 1•. Ideò venditus est à •ra•r•b•s Ioseph ne a•oraretur •ed •deò est adoratus, quia venditus, sic div••um consil•um du•• devitatur, impletur, sic bumanasaptentia, du n reluctatur, comprehend t•r, Id Ibid. Isaiah 65 ▪ 17, 18, 19. Rev. 21 ▪ 1, 2, 3, 4. 2 Pet. 3. 13. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, n1. fw-fr fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la vbr fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 n1. sy crd sy n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-fr zz fw-la, vvb n1, fw-la fw-la. np1 crd ▪ crd, crd, crd n1 crd ▪ vvn, crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd crd
55 0 Rev. 12. 3, 4, 13, 15, 17. Rev. 12. 3, 4, 13, 15, 17. n1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
61 0 Rev. 13 ▪ 1, 7, •1, 14. Rev. 13 ▪ 1, 7, •1, 14. n1 crd ▪ vvn, crd, n1, crd
74 0 Matth. 13 ▪ 46. Matthew 13 ▪ 46. np1 crd ▪ crd
80 0 Mark 5. 25, 26, •7. Mark 5. 25, 26, •7. vvb crd crd, crd, n1.
83 0 Joh. 5. 2, 4, 5, 6, 7. John 5. 2, 4, 5, 6, 7. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd
86 0 Gen. 15. 1, •. Gen. 17. 17. Gen. 21. 6, •8, 12. Riserat pater admirans in gaudio, riserat & mater dubitans in gaudio, sed side confirmata ri••s •l•e non al irride•dum opprobr•i, sed ad celebrandum gaudium pertinebat. Aug. de Civ. Dei, l. 18 ▪ c. 31. Gen. 15. 1, •. Gen. 17. 17. Gen. 21. 6, •8, 12. Riserat pater Admirans in gaudio, riserat & mater dubitans in gaudio, sed side confirmata ri••s •l•e non all irride•dum opprobr•i, sed ad celebrandum gaudium pertinebat. Aug. the Civ. Dei, l. 18 ▪ c. 31. np1 crd crd, •. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, n1, crd vvi fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, vvi cc fw-la n2 p-acp fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la d fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 dt crd. fw-la, n1 crd ▪ sy. crd
114 0 Aemilias P•cb• in vita Epaminond•. Aemilias P•cb• in vita Epaminond•. np1 np1 p-acp fw-la np1.
118 0 Ephes. 6. 16. Ephesians 6. 16. np1 crd crd
120 0 Mark • •5. Mark • •5. vvb • n1.
141 0 Osiander Cent. 4. cap. 5. Sethu• Calvisius, anno Christi, 〈 ◊ 〉 8. Osiand. Cent. 4. cap. 9. Idem Cent 4 ▪ cap 14. & 3•. Osiander Cent. 4. cap. 5. Sethu• Calvisius, Anno Christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 8. Osiander. Cent. 4. cap. 9. Idem Cent 4 ▪ cap 14. & 3•. np1 np1 crd n1. crd np1 np1, fw-la fw-la, 〈 sy 〉 crd np1. np1 crd n1. crd fw-la zz crd ▪ n1 crd cc n1.
146 0 Isai. 5•. 6 ▪ 7 ▪ 8, 9, 10. Isaiah 5•. 6 ▪ 7 ▪ 8, 9, 10. np1 n1. crd ▪ crd ▪ crd, crd, crd
147 0 Psal. 30. 5. Psalm 30. 5. np1 crd crd
149 0 Observ. 2. Observation 2. np1 crd
150 0 Isai. 37. 36, 37. Isaiah 37. 36, 37. np1 crd crd, crd
150 1 2 Chron. •0. 2 Chronicles •0. crd np1 j.
151 0 Psa ▪ 48. 12, 1•. Psa ▪ 48. 12, 1•. np1 ▪ crd crd, n1.
153 0 Lam. 1. 1. Calvisius ex Iosepho. Lam. 1. 1. Calvisius ex Joseph. np1 crd crd np1 fw-la np1.
155 0 Lam. 4. 12. Lam. 4. 12. np1 crd crd
159 0 Nehum 3. 8, 9. Nehum 3. 8, 9. np1 crd crd, crd
163 0 2 Chro. 12. 4. Isai. 36. 1, 2. 2 Chro 12. 4. Isaiah 36. 1, 2. crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd
165 0 • King. 22. 3. • King. 22. 3. • n1. crd crd
166 0 Esther 5. 1•. Esther 5. 1•. np1 crd n1.
174 0 Judg. 18. 10. ver. 7. Judges 18. 10. ver. 7. np1 crd crd fw-la. crd
176 0 ver. 9, 11, 12. ver. 9, 11, 12. fw-la. crd, crd, crd
177 0 Observ. 3. Calvisius, & al•is. Observation 3. Calvisius, & al•is. np1 crd np1, cc n1.
180 0 Ezra 3. 8, 6, 15. Ezra 3. 8, 6, 15. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
181 0 Osiander. Osiander. np1.
184 0 Nehem. 2. 10. Nehemiah 2. 10. np1 crd crd
186 0 Ezra 4. 8. Ezra 4. 8. np1 crd crd
188 0 Ezra 5 ▪ 3. Ezra 5 ▪ 3. np1 crd ▪ crd
190 0 Nehem. 6. 14. Nehemiah 6. 14. np1 crd crd
194 0 Ezra 4. 12, 13. Ezra 4. 12, 13. np1 crd crd, crd
196 0 Nehem. 2. 19. 4. 2, 3, 8. 6. 10, 12. Nehemiah 2. 19. 4. 2, 3, 8. 6. 10, 12. np1 crd crd crd crd, crd, crd crd crd, crd
200 0 Judg. 15. 4 ▪ Cant. 3. 15. Isai. 9. •5. Judges 15. 4 ▪ Cant 3. 15. Isaiah 9. •5. np1 crd crd ▪ np1 crd crd np1 crd n1.
204 0 Nehem. 7. 67. Nehemiah 7. 67. np1 crd crd
206 0 Hag. 1. 4. Hag. 1. 4. np1 crd crd
208 0 ver. 9. ver. 9. fw-la. crd
208 1 Judg. 5. 17. Judges 5. 17. np1 crd crd
211 0 Fr. Ch. de Fonseca. Fr. Christ de Fonseca. np1 np1 fw-fr np1.
218 0 Ezra 3. 1. Ezra 3. 1. np1 crd crd
218 1 Nehem 4. 6. Nehemiah 4. 6. np1 crd crd
226 0 Psal. 1•7. 8. Calvis. anno Christi, 95. Rev. 18. 2. Psalm 1•7. 8. Calvis. Anno Christ, 95. Rev. 18. 2. np1 n1. crd np1. fw-la fw-la, crd n1 crd crd
230 0 Jer. 50. 14. Jer. 50. 14. np1 crd crd
233 0 Rev. 17. 17. Rev. 17. 17. n1 crd crd
243 0 Plutarch. Moral. de ga•ru••tate. Plutarch. Moral. de ga•ru••tate. np1. j. fw-fr n1.
245 0 Gen. 4•. 23, 24. Gen. 4•. 23, 24. np1 n1. crd, crd
246 0 Psal ▪ 64. •, •, 4, 5. Psalm ▪ 64. •, •, 4, 5. np1 ▪ crd •, •, crd, crd
247 0 I•b 29. •0. I•b 29. •0. np1 crd j.
247 1 Pineda. Pineda. np1.
248 0 Mercerus. Mercerus. np1.
250 0 Psal. 78. 57. Psalm 78. 57. np1 crd crd
252 0 Iudg. 5. 9. Judges 5. 9. np1 crd crd
253 0 Psal. 110. 3. Psalm 110. 3. np1 crd crd
262 0 1 Chron. 29. 6, 7, 9. 1 Chronicles 29. 6, 7, 9. crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd
267 0 2 Sam. 1. 22. 2 Sam. 1. 22. crd np1 crd crd
268 0 1 King. 22. 34. 1 King. 22. 34. crd n1. crd crd
268 1 2 King. 9. •4. 2 King. 9. •4. crd n1. crd n1.
272 0 Josh. 10. 11. Josh. 10. 11. np1 crd crd
274 0 Neh. 4 10. Neh 4 10. np1 crd crd
276 0 Josh 7. 21. Josh 7. 21. np1 crd crd
279 0 Exod. 33. 4. Exod 33. 4. np1 crd crd
281 0 Hosea 5. 5. Hosea 5. 5. np1 crd crd
284 0 Ier. 30. 5, 6. Jeremiah 30. 5, 6. np1 crd crd, crd
284 1 Ioel 2. 2, 6. Joel 2. 2, 6. np1 crd crd, crd
286 0 Lam 4. 7, 8. 5. 10. Lam 4. 7, 8. 5. 10. np1 crd crd, crd crd crd
287 0 Isai. 47. 3. Isaiah 47. 3. np1 crd crd
288 0 Ezek. 23. 10. Ezekiel 23. 10. np1 crd crd
291 0 Matth. 23. 26. Matthew 23. 26. np1 crd crd
292 0 Isai. 14 23. Isaiah 14 23. np1 crd crd
295 0 I•r. 17. 27. I•r. 17. 27. n1. crd crd
299 0 Neh ▪ 13. 17, 1• Neh ▪ 13. 17, 1• np1 ▪ crd crd, n1
307 0 ver 4. ver 4. fw-la crd
310 0 Observ. 4. Observation 4. np1 crd
311 0 Isai. 〈 ◊ 〉 9. Iudg 10. 16. Isaiah 〈 ◊ 〉 9. Judge 10. 16. np1 〈 sy 〉 crd n1 crd crd
312 0 Isai. 22. 4. Isaiah 22. 4. np1 crd crd
313 0 Dan. 10. 2, 3. Dan. 10. 2, 3. np1 crd crd, crd
315 0 Isai. 30. 20. Isaiah 30. 20. np1 crd crd
317 0 Two sorts of Teares. Two sorts of Tears. crd n2 pp-f n2.
320 0 Luk. 19. 36, 37, 38, 41. 2 Ki. 8. 11, 12. Luk. 19. 36, 37, 38, 41. 2 Ki. 8. 11, 12. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd
325 0 Imperiall historie, Pedro Mexia translated by Edward Grimstone in the life of Iulius Caesar. The same in the life of Charles the 5. Turkish history, Kn• … es. Imperial history, Pedro Mexia translated by Edward Grimstone in the life of Julius Caesar. The same in the life of Charles the 5. Turkish history, Kn• … es. j-jn n1, np1 np1 vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. dt d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt crd jp n1, np1 … fw-ge.
331 0 Isai. 22. 12. Joel 2. 12. Judg. 20. 26. 1 Sam. 7. 6. Esth. 4. 3. Luk. 10. 37. Isaiah 22. 12. Joel 2. 12. Judges 20. 26. 1 Sam. 7. 6. Esth. 4. 3. Luk. 10. 37. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
341 0 Isai. 34. 7. Ezek. 32. 6. Isaiah 34. 7. Ezekiel 32. 6. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
348 0 2 King. 8. 2 King. 8. crd n1. crd
356 0 Rom 1• •0, 15 Rom 1• •0, 15 np1 n1 fw-it, crd
357 0 • 1. 9. 1. • 1. 9. 1. • crd crd crd
358 0 Fo•s 〈 ◊ 〉 est •or •••punctum & do•ens Cornel ▪ à l•p. in •oc. ubi 〈 … 〉. Fo•s 〈 ◊ 〉 est •or •••punctum & do•ens Cornelius ▪ à l•p. in •oc. ubi 〈 … 〉. fw-la 〈 sy 〉 fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la n1 ▪ fw-fr n1. p-acp n1. fw-la 〈 … 〉.
363 0 Psal. •1. 17. Psalm •1. 17. np1 n1. crd
365 0 Isai. 22. 9. Isaiah 22. 9. np1 crd crd
370 0 Observ. 5. Observation 5. np1 crd
371 0 Iam. 2. 15, 16. Iam. 2. 15, 16. np1 crd crd, crd
378 0 Fasting ▪ Fasting ▪ n-vvg ▪
380 0 2 Chron. 20. E•ther 4. & 5. 2 Chronicles 20. E•ther 4. & 5. crd np1 crd av-d crd cc crd
381 0 Ezr. 8. 21, 22, 23 1 King. 21. 27, 28, 29. 2 Chron. 12. 7, 9, 1•, 14. Ezra 8. 21, 22, 23 1 King. 21. 27, 28, 29. 2 Chronicles 12. 7, 9, 1•, 14. np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd n1. crd crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, n1, crd
388 0 Joh. 13. 17. John 13. 17. np1 crd crd
389 0 Levit. 2•. 27, 28, 30, 31, 32. Numb. 29. 7. Joel •. 14. Nehem. 9. Levit. 2•. 27, 28, 30, 31, 32. Numb. 29. 7. Joel •. 14. Nehemiah 9. np1 n1. crd, crd, crd, crd, crd j. crd crd np1 •. crd np1 crd
392 0 Lev. 23 31. Jos. 7. 6. Lev. 23 31. Jos. 7. 6. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
394 0 2 Chro. •0. 13. Jon. 3. 5. 2 Chro •0. 13. Jon. 3. 5. crd np1 j. crd np1 crd crd
396 0 Ezra 10. 6. Esther 4. 16. Ezra 10. 6. Esther 4. 16. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
398 0 Joel 2. 16. 1 Cor. 7. 5. Joel 2. 16. 1 Cor. 7. 5. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd
399 0 Nehem. 9. 1. Psal. 35. 13. Ionah 3. 5. Nehemiah 9. 1. Psalm 35. 13. Jonah 3. 5. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
400 0 Esth. 4. 16. Ioel 1. 13. Esth. 4. 16. Joel 1. 13. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
402 0 Lev. 23. 29. Lev. 23. 29. np1 crd crd
407 0 Isal. 61. 3. Isal 61. 3. np1 crd crd
410 0 Isai. 58. 3. Isaiah 58. 3. np1 crd crd
415 0 Ionah 3. 8. Jonah 3. 8. np1 crd crd
422 0 Observ. 6. Observation 6. np1 crd
422 1 3. Incouragements to pray. 3. Encouragements to pray. crd n2 pc-acp vvi.
425 0 Matth. 7. 7. Matthew 7. 7. np1 crd crd
428 0 Psal. 21. 3. Psalm 21. 3. np1 crd crd
430 0 Ezek. 36. 37. Ezekiel 36. 37. np1 crd crd
431 0 James 4. 12. James 4. 12. np1 crd crd
441 0 Psal. 1•9. 7, 8, •. Psalm 1•9. 7, 8, •. np1 n1. crd, crd, •.
443 0 Jonah 2. 1. Jonah 2. 1. np1 crd crd
444 0 Psal. 107. 30. Psalm 107. 30. np1 crd crd
445 0 Jet. 23. 23, 24. Jet. 23. 23, 24. n1. crd crd, crd
449 0 Dan. 9. 21, 22, 23. Dan. 9. 21, 22, 23. np1 crd crd, crd, crd
454 0 1 Kin. 8. from 33. to the end of 39. & from 44. to the end of 50. 1 Kin. 8. from 33. to the end of 39. & from 44. to the end of 50. vvd n1. crd p-acp crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd cc p-acp crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd
457 0 Exod. 17. 11. Exod 17. 11. np1 crd crd
459 0 Judg. 20. 26. Judges 20. 26. np1 crd crd
459 1 Isai. •7. 1•, 36. Isaiah •7. 1•, 36. np1 n1. n1, crd
461 0 • Sam. 15. 31. 17. •4, 23. • Sam. 15. 31. 17. •4, 23. • np1 crd crd crd n1, crd
461 1 Fox. Martyr. vol. 1. 151, •98 ▪ 18•. Fox. Martyr. vol. 1. 151, •98 ▪ 18•. n1. np1. n1 crd crd, n1 ▪ n1.
464 0 Psal. 57. 5. 59. 17. 149. 6. Psalm 57. 5. 59. 17. 149. 6. np1 crd crd crd crd crd crd
466 0 1 Sam. 21. 9. 1 Sam. 21. 9. vvn np1 crd crd
469 0 Exod. 32. 10. Exod 32. 10. np1 crd crd
485 0 • Tim. 〈 ◊ 〉 8. Ephes. 6 ▪ 18. • Tim. 〈 ◊ 〉 8. Ephesians 6 ▪ 18. • np1 〈 sy 〉 crd np1 crd ▪ crd
489 0 Isai. 65. 8. Isaiah 65. 8. np1 crd crd
499 0 Isai. 58. 4. Isaiah 58. 4. np1 crd crd
501 0 Psal. 66. 18. Psalm 66. 18. np1 crd crd
502 0 1 Tim. 2. 8. Isai. 1. 15. 1 Tim. 2. 8. Isaiah 1. 15. vvd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
505 0 Psal. 141. •. Psalm 141. •. np1 crd •.
505 1 James 5. 1•. James 5. 1•. np1 crd n1.
514 0 Luk. 11. 5, 8. 18. 1, 5. Luk. 11. 5, 8. 18. 1, 5. np1 crd crd, crd crd crd, crd
516 0 Prov. 25. 17. Curae 25. 17. np1 crd crd
526 0 Isai. 43. 24. Isaiah 43. 24. np1 crd crd
528 0 Mark 16. 14. James 1. 5. Mark 16. 14. James 1. 5. vvb crd crd np1 crd crd
530 0 Gen. 32. 26. 1 Joh. 5. 14. Gen. 32. 26. 1 John 5. 14. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd
534 0 Matth. •5. 2•. Matthew •5. 2•. np1 n1. n1.
534 1 Observ. 7. Observation 7. np1 crd
540 0 Nehem. •. 11. Nehemiah •. 11. np1 •. crd
544 0 Observ. Observation np1
545 0 Nehem. 2. 2, 4. Nehemiah 2. 2, 4. np1 crd crd, crd
546 0 ver. 4, 5. ver. 4, 5. fw-la. crd, crd
549 0 Gen. 42. 36. Gen. 42. 36. np1 crd crd
553 0 Gen. 〈 ◊ 〉 9, 10, 11, 28. Gen. 〈 ◊ 〉 9, 10, 11, 28. np1 〈 sy 〉 crd, crd, crd, crd
555 0 Prov. 21. 1. Curae 21. 1. np1 crd crd
558 0 Deodate. Deodate. np1.
561 0 NONLATINALPHABET, morus violentus & impetuosus, St ph. NONLATINALPHABET. Psal. 29. 10. , morus Violentus & impetuosus, Saint ph.. Psalm 29. 10. , j fw-la cc fw-la, zz n1.. np1 crd crd
564 0 Job 38. 10, 11. Job 38. 10, 11. np1 crd crd, crd
564 1 Psal. 89. 9. Psalm 89. 9. np1 crd crd
566 0 Dan. 3. 13, 14, 19, 20. Dan. 3. 13, 14, 19, 20. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd
568 0 Job 38. 37. Amos 4. 7. Job 38. 37. Amos 4. 7. n1 crd crd np1 crd crd
570 0 Psal. 72. 6. Psalm 72. 6. np1 crd crd
571 0 Exod. 15. 23. Exod 15. 23. np1 crd crd
572 0 7 ▪ •0, 21. 7 ▪ •0, 21. crd ▪ j, crd
581 0 Neh ▪ •. 3, 5, 7, 8 Neh ▪ •. 3, 5, 7, 8 np1 ▪ •. crd, crd, crd, crd
584 0 Prov ▪ 29. 26. Curae ▪ 29. 26. np1 ▪ crd crd
585 0 1 ▪ Sam. 22. •. 1 ▪ Sam. 22. •. vvn ▪ np1 crd •.
588 0 Hieron. ad Salvinam de viduitate servanda. Hieron. ad Salvinam de viduitate servanda. np1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
592 0 2 Sam. 15. 1•, 14, 2•. 2 Sam. 15. 1•, 14, 2•. crd np1 crd n1, crd, n1.
593 0 1 Sam 4. •2. 1 Sam. 15. 25, •6. 1 Same 4. •2. 1 Sam. 15. 25, •6. vvd d crd n1. crd np1 crd crd, n1.
610 0 Isai. 9. 6. Isaiah 9. 6. np1 crd crd
614 0 Plutarch. Pyrrhus. Plutarch. Phyrrhus. np1. np1.
628 0 Prov. 16. 1. Curae 16. 1. np1 crd crd
629 0 1•. 21. 1•. 21. n1. crd
630 0 Numb. 24. 1•. Numb. 24. 1•. j. crd n1.