Clavis exousiasichē [sic]: The key of ordination. Or, Missio potestativa. Oichonomichē: ministerial power: or, Authoritative separation of men to the work of Christ, a ministerial privilege.A sermon preached at the ordination of Mr. Thomas Porter Master of Arts, Mr. John Wilson, Mr. David Jenks, Mr. George Burraston, and Mr. Tho: Soley, at Whitchurch in the county of Salop. / By Aylmer Houghton, minister of the word at Prees in the said county.

Houghton, Aylmer
Publisher: printed by R I for Tho Parkhurst over against the Great Conduit in Cheapside
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1656
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: A86600 ESTC ID: R208387 STC ID: H2918
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Acts XIII, 2-3; Ordination; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 CLAVIS NONLATINALPHABET: THE KEY of ORDINATION. Acts 13.2, 3. CLAVIS: THE KEY of ORDINATION. Acts 13.2, 3. np1: dt n1 pp-f n1. vvz crd, crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 5
1 As they ministred to the Lord and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul, As they ministered to the Lord and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc vvd, dt j n1 vvd, j pno11 np1 cc np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 5
2 for the work whereunto I have called them. And when they had fasted, and prayed; and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. for the work whereunto I have called them. And when they had fasted, and prayed; and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvd, cc vvd; cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd pno32 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 5
3 MEn, Brethren and Fathers, the words of my Text spare me the labor to acquaint you with the business we are this day come about: MEn, Brothers and Father's, the words of my Text spare me the labour to acquaint you with the business we Are this day come about: n2, n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vvb pno11 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr d n1 vvb a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
4 They speak for me, and tell you, it is to separate these our brethren, for the work whereunto the holy Ghost hath called them. They speak for me, and tell you, it is to separate these our brothers, for the work whereunto the holy Ghost hath called them. pns32 vvb p-acp pno11, cc vvb pn22, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
5 And therefore, according to the Rule of the Holy Ghost, held forth in my Text, And Therefore, according to the Rule of the Holy Ghost, held forth in my Text, cc av, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvd av p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
6 when we have spent some time in prayer and fasting, to seek God for a blessing on them, we shall lay our hands on them, when we have spent Some time in prayer and fasting, to seek God for a blessing on them, we shall lay our hands on them, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
7 and send them forth to the work whereunto they are called. The words agree in themselves: and send them forth to the work whereunto they Are called. The words agree in themselves: cc vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. dt n2 vvb p-acp px32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
8 I desire that no busie-body may be here this day, to make a breach about them; I desire that no busybody may be Here this day, to make a breach about them; pns11 vvb cst dx n1 vmb vbi av d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
9 for as face answers face, so doth my Text, like a loving Master commanding, and faithful Servants obeying, for as face answers face, so does my Text, like a loving Master commanding, and faithful Servants obeying, c-acp c-acp n1 vvz n1, av vdz po11 n1, av-j dt j-vvg n1 vvg, cc j n2 vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
10 so runs my Text this day before you. First, The Holy Ghost commanding a duty; so runs my Text this day before you. First, The Holy Ghost commanding a duty; av vvz po11 n1 d n1 p-acp pn22. ord, dt j n1 vvg dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
11 The Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul, for the work whereunto I have called them. The Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul, for the work whereunto I have called them. dt j n1 vvd, j pno11 np1 cc np1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
12 Secondly, Here is obedience returned by those commanded: Secondly, Here is Obedience returned by those commanded: ord, av vbz n1 vvn p-acp d vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
13 And when they had fasted, and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. And when they had fasted, and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd pno32 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
14 I shall speak the most I have to say, to the first of these, which is to the Command, The Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul, to the work whereunto I have called them. I shall speak the most I have to say, to the First of these, which is to the Command, The Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul, to the work whereunto I have called them. pns11 vmb vvi dt av-ds pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt ord pp-f d, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vvd, j pno11 np1 cc np1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
15 I shall refer the most of the second branch of my Text, which is the obedience returned to this Command, to the eyes and ears of all (this day) here present, to be fulfilled before you, by us who are (at this time) appointed to this Office, to separate these our Brethren, I shall refer the most of the second branch of my Text, which is the Obedience returned to this Command, to the eyes and ears of all (this day) Here present, to be fulfilled before you, by us who Are (At this time) appointed to this Office, to separate these our Brothers, pns11 vmb vvi dt ds pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d (d n1) av j, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp pno12 r-crq vbr (p-acp d n1) vvd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
16 for the work whereunto they are called, by prayer, and fasting, and laying on of our hands; for the work whereunto they Are called, by prayer, and fasting, and laying on of our hands; p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, p-acp n1, cc vvg, cc vvg a-acp pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
17 and so shall send them forth, to the work whereunto they are called. 1. In the Command we have the person commanding: and so shall send them forth, to the work whereunto they Are called. 1. In the Command we have the person commanding: cc av vmb vvi pno32 av, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. crd p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb dt n1 vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
18 The Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul. The Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul. dt j n1 vvd, j pno11 np1 cc np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
19 2. The persons commanded, those that were then ministring to the Lord, Prophets and Teachers, a Colledge of Preaching-Pastors. 3. The duty commanded, Separate. 2. The Persons commanded, those that were then ministering to the Lord, prophets and Teachers, a College of Preaching-Pastors. 3. The duty commanded, Separate. crd dt n2 vvd, d cst vbdr av j-vvg p-acp dt n1, n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f ng1. crd dt n1 vvd, j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 7
20 4. The persons to be separated, Barnabas and Saul. 5. The business they were to be separated for; and that was to work. 4. The Persons to be separated, Barnabas and Saul. 5. The business they were to be separated for; and that was to work. crd dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 cc np1. crd dt n1 pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; cc cst vbds pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
21 6. The work, what it was, for which they were to be separated; and that is, the work whereunto the Holy Ghost had called them. 6. The work, what it was, for which they were to be separated; and that is, the work whereunto the Holy Ghost had called them. crd dt n1, r-crq pn31 vbds, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn; cc d vbz, dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vhd vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
22 7. The time when this Command was given; and that was, when as they were ministring to the Lord. 7. The time when this Command was given; and that was, when as they were ministering to the Lord. crd dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvn; cc cst vbds, c-crq c-acp pns32 vbdr j-vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
23 These are the parts my Text falls into. Here is both the tree, and the branches that issue and grow from it. These Are the parts my Text falls into. Here is both the tree, and the branches that issue and grow from it. d vbr dt n2 po11 n1 vvz p-acp. av vbz d dt n1, cc dt n2 cst n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
24 I shall not take up much time, in explicating the sense of the words; I shall not take up much time, in explicating the sense of the words; pns11 vmb xx vvi a-acp d n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
25 but sum them up in a breif Paraphrase, according to the several readings both of Ancient and Modern Writers, such onely as I have traced on this Text, but sum them up in a brief paraphrase, according to the several readings both of Ancient and Modern Writers, such only as I have traced on this Text, cc-acp n1 pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt j n2-vvg d pp-f j cc j n2, d av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
26 and as they and my self understand the meaning of the Holy Ghost in them. As they ministred to the Lord. and as they and my self understand the meaning of the Holy Ghost in them. As they ministered to the Lord. cc c-acp pns32 cc po11 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno32. p-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
27 Calvin, Erasmus, and others, understand here nihil aliud, quam fuisse in actione publica; that they were in some publike action of Divine Worship before the Lord. And fasted. calvin, Erasmus, and Others, understand Here nihil Aliud, quam Fuisse in action Public; that they were in Some public actium of Divine Worship before the Lord. And fasted. np1, np1, cc n2-jn, vvb av fw-la vvn, fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la; cst pns32 vbdr p-acp d j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. np1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
28 Addit Jejunium, fasting is fixed to this duty, Ut sciamus eorum mentes omni impedimento fuisse solutas ne quid obstaret. Calvin. Addit Fasting, fasting is fixed to this duty, Ut sciamus Their mentes omni impedimento Fuisse solutas ne quid obstaret. calvin. n1 np1, vvg vbz vvn p-acp d n1, fw-mi fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
29 To hold forth their firm resolution, that nothing should obstruct the business they were about. The Holy Ghost said. To hold forth their firm resolution, that nothing should obstruct the business they were about. The Holy Ghost said. p-acp n1 av po32 j n1, cst pix vmd vvi dt n1 pns32 vbdr a-acp. dt j n1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 8
30 That is, by some prophetick spirit of Revelation to one or more of them, with the consent of the rest. Diodate. That is, by Some prophetic Spirit of Revelation to one or more of them, with the consent of the rest. Diodate. cst vbz, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd cc dc pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
31 The Holy Ghost, that is, spiritus sanctus; God by his Spirit, or God the third Person in the Trinity. The Holy Ghost, that is, spiritus Sanctus; God by his Spirit, or God the third Person in the Trinity. dt j n1, cst vbz, fw-la fw-la; np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 dt ord n1 p-acp dt np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 9
32 God said separate mee NONLATINALPHABET, sever them, set them apart from other men, and from all other imployments. God said separate me, sever them, Set them apart from other men, and from all other employments. np1 vvd vvi pno11, vvb pno32, vvd pno32 av p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp d j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
33 A Ministers Calling is not of men, yet by men. A Ministers Calling is not of men, yet by men. dt n2 vvg vbz xx pp-f n2, av p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
34 The Author of all holy Calling, to the Ministery, is only the Holy Ghost exclusively to all men, The Author of all holy Calling, to the Ministry, is only the Holy Ghost exclusively to all men, dt n1 pp-f d j vvg, p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j dt j n1 av-j p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 9
35 but not to the other two persons in the Sacred Trinity. They all equally concur in this external work. but not to the other two Persons in the Sacred Trinity. They all equally concur in this external work. cc-acp xx p-acp dt j-jn crd n2 p-acp dt j np1. pns32 d av-j vvb p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 9
36 It belongs to the Lord of the Harvest to call in Labourers into his Harvest, but now by his Servants. It belongs to the Lord of the Harvest to call in Labourers into his Harvest, but now by his Servants. pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 9
37 Nothing should be done in spiritual undertakings, of such high concernment as this in my Text, Nothing should be done in spiritual undertakings, of such high concernment as this in my Text, np1 vmd vbi vdn p-acp j n2-vvg, pp-f d j n1 c-acp d p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
38 and as this day we are come about, without this separation. and as this day we Are come about, without this separation. cc c-acp d n1 pns12 vbr vvn a-acp, p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 9
39 In the first plantation of the Church of God, Moses and Aaron had a speciall charge given them, to separate the Levits from among the Children of Israel, and their cloathes must be washed, In the First plantation of the Church of God, Moses and Aaron had a special charge given them, to separate the Levits from among the Children of Israel, and their clothes must be washed, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1 vhd dt j n1 vvn pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 9
40 and then presented as an offering to the Lord, Numb. 8.14, 21. And their separation was twofold. and then presented as an offering to the Lord, Numb. 8.14, 21. And their separation was twofold. cc av vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, j. crd, crd cc po32 n1 vbds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 10
41 First, Their initiation to their office, at a month old, and afterward the second time, at the age of 25 years, Numb. 8.24. First, Their initiation to their office, At a Monn old, and afterwards the second time, At the age of 25 Years, Numb. 8.24. ord, po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 j, cc av dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, j. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 10
42 And this laudable and approved custome, of severing, & separating of men from the rest of the multitude, And this laudable and approved custom, of severing, & separating of men from the rest of the multitude, cc d j cc j-vvn n1, pp-f j-vvg, cc n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
43 for the work of Christ, hath been the practice of the primitive times of the Gospel, for the work of christ, hath been the practice of the primitive times of the Gospel, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
44 and is still continued, as the practice of the Church of Christ, in these Gospel days, and is still continued, as the practice of the Church of christ, in these Gospel days, cc vbz av vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
45 and kept up as most suitable to the mind of Jesus Christ. For this was the practice of the Apostles, Acts 6.6. The Apostles set them before them, and prayed, and laid their hands on them, and these prospered in their Ministery. and kept up as most suitable to the mind of jesus christ. For this was the practice of the Apostles, Acts 6.6. The Apostles Set them before them, and prayed, and laid their hands on them, and these prospered in their Ministry. cc vvd a-acp p-acp ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2, n2 crd. dt n2 vvd pno32 p-acp pno32, cc vvd, cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cc d vvd p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 10
46 The Holy Ghost said, separate me Barnabas and Saul, that is, to be held in equall degree, The Holy Ghost said, separate me Barnabas and Saul, that is, to be held in equal degree, dt j n1 vvd, vvb pno11 np1 cc np1, cst vbz, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
47 and to go forth with equal authority with us to the work of Christ. Barnabas NONLATINALPHABET, filius Consolationis: See Act. 4.36. the Son of consolation. and to go forth with equal Authority with us to the work of christ. Barnabas, filius Consolationis: See Act. 4.36. the Son of consolation. cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1, fw-la fw-la: vvb n1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 10
48 Jerom gives the interpretation of this name, filius prophetae, the Son of a Prophet, com•ositum est, of the Hebrew word Bar et nabi, Prophetae munus, so Pafor. And Saul, an Hebrew word. Jerome gives the Interpretation of this name, filius Prophets, the Son of a Prophet, com•ositum est, of the Hebrew word Bar et nabi, Prophets munus, so Pafor. And Saul, an Hebrew word. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la fw-la, pp-f dt njp n1 vvb fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la, av av. cc np1, dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 10
49 Schaul, hoc est petitus, and Paul, that is, pusillus, and so called in vers. 9. of this Chapter. Schaul, hoc est Petitus, and Paul, that is, Pusillus, and so called in vers. 9. of this Chapter. np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc np1, cst vbz, fw-la, cc av vvn p-acp fw-la. crd pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 11
50 Paul signifies little, to hold forth, ut deus voluit ostendere per pusillum hunc, et per vas hoc infirmum, splendidam hujus mundi potentiam infracturam, et per contraria agere. Paul signifies little, to hold forth, ut deus voluit ostendere per pusillum hunc, et per vas hoc Infirmum, splendidam hujus mundi potentiam infracturam, et per contraria agere. np1 vvz j, pc-acp vvi av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 11
51 That God would by this little, and infirm weak instrument, break the seeming power and greatness of this world, and work by contraries. That God would by this little, and infirm weak Instrument, break the seeming power and greatness of this world, and work by contraries. cst np1 vmd p-acp d j, cc j j n1, vvb dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvi p-acp n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 11
52 Paul little, to set forth the humility, and lowliness of him, whom the Holy Ghost had here called forth to the work of the ministery. Paul little, to Set forth the humility, and lowliness of him, whom the Holy Ghost had Here called forth to the work of the Ministry. np1 j, pc-acp vvi av dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pno31, ro-crq dt j n1 vhd av vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 11
53 He was little in his own eyes; God raiseth Work-men to his work out of the dust. He was little in his own eyes; God Raiseth Workmen to his work out of the dust. pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2; np1 vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1 av pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 11
54 He plows, and sows, in low grounds; these are they, that oftentimes prove most fertile and fruitful. Paul signifies also to cease: He blows, and Sovus, in low grounds; these Are they, that oftentimes prove most fertile and fruitful. Paul signifies also to cease: pns31 n2, cc n2, p-acp j n2; d vbr pns32, cst av vvi ds j cc j. np1 vvz av pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 11
55 thereby intimating, hee had now ceased to persecute. thereby intimating, he had now ceased to persecute. av vvg, pns31 vhd av vvn pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 11
56 Hee was now called to work for Christ, that formerly had been a persecutor of Christ. He was now called to work for christ, that formerly had been a persecutor of christ. pns31 vbds av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst av-j vhd vbn dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 11
57 Hee was now ceast, and stopt from raging against Christ, and now was to work for him. He was now ceased, and stopped from raging against christ, and now was to work for him. pns31 vbds av vvn, cc vvd p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc av vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 11
58 Austine observes upon this Text, that these two in my Text, had bina nomina, two names given them, to hold forth, the successe that should accompany their Ministery in the Church of Christ. Augustine observes upon this Text, that these two in my Text, had Bina nomina, two names given them, to hold forth, the success that should accompany their Ministry in the Church of christ. np1 vvz p-acp d n1, cst d crd p-acp po11 n1, vhd fw-la fw-la, crd n2 vvn pno32, pc-acp vvi av, dt n1 cst vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 12
59 Their natures were changed with their names. For the work whereunto I have called them. Their nature's were changed with their names. For the work whereunto I have called them. po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 12
60 NONLATINALPHABET: Ad opus seu officium, ad quod eos vocavi, To the work, or office, to which I have called them. Work, labour: : Ad opus seu officium, ad quod eos vocavi, To the work, or office, to which I have called them. Work, labour: : fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1, cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. n1, n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 12
61 NONLATINALPHABET. The word signifies such work, as wears, and wastes out all, 1 Thes. 5.12. wee beseech you brethren, know them which work among you, who waste, and wear themselves away, with work among you. . The word signifies such work, as wears, and wastes out all, 1 Thebes 5.12. we beseech you brothers, know them which work among you, who waste, and wear themselves away, with work among you. . dt n1 vvz d n1, c-acp vvz, cc vvz av d, crd np1 crd. pns12 vvb pn22 n2, vvb pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp pn22, r-crq n1, cc vvi px32 av, p-acp n1 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 12
62 Gods Ministers are separated, and sent to be NONLATINALPHABET, workers together with Christ, 2 Cor. 6.1. whereunto I have called them. God's Ministers Are separated, and sent to be, workers together with christ, 2 Cor. 6.1. whereunto I have called them. npg1 n2 vbr vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vbi, n2 av p-acp np1, crd np1 crd. c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 12
63 This call in my Text, was different, from the call of others to this work, it was not ordinary, This call in my Text, was different, from the call of Others to this work, it was not ordinary, d vvb p-acp po11 n1, vbds j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp d n1, pn31 vbds xx j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 12
64 but extraordinary, it was an immediate call, which is not required in the call of others of Gods special servants. but extraordinary, it was an immediate call, which is not required in the call of Others of God's special Servants. cc-acp j, pn31 vbds dt j n1, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn pp-f n2 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 12
65 It is not to bee expected: It is not to be expected: pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 12
66 ut nobis è coelo inclamet Deus, That God should call from heaven, to tell us who are to be separated for this work. ut nobis è coelo inclamet Deus, That God should call from heaven, to tell us who Are to be separated for this work. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 13
67 Hee who calls them, doth inable them to the work, they are called forth to work. God: He who calls them, does inable them to the work, they Are called forth to work. God: pns31 r-crq vvz pno32, vdz j pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi. np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 13
68 Ministers now must have a mediate call: The Holy Ghost sends and calls: and the call of the Holy Ghost is twofold. 1 Immediate. 2 Mediate. 1 Immediate, Ministers now must have a mediate call: The Holy Ghost sends and calls: and the call of the Holy Ghost is twofold. 1 Immediate. 2 Mediate. 1 Immediate, n2 av vmb vhi dt vvi vvi: dt j n1 vvz cc vvz: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz j. crd j. crd vvi. crd j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 13
69 as these in my Text. 2 Mediate by his servants. as these in my Text. 2 Mediate by his Servants. c-acp d p-acp po11 np1 crd vvi p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 13
70 But some there are, who have no call, either from God, and his Spirit, or by men his servants, But Some there Are, who have no call, either from God, and his Spirit, or by men his Servants, p-acp d a-acp vbr, r-crq vhb dx n1, av-d p-acp np1, cc po31 n1, cc p-acp n2 po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 13
71 but runne on their own heads, and on their own errands. The Spirit of God complains against these, Jer. 23.21. non mitebam prophetas, et ipsi currebant, non loquebar illis, et ipsi prophetabant. but run on their own Heads, and on their own errands. The Spirit of God complains against these, Jer. 23.21. non mitebam Prophets, et ipsi Running, non Loquebar illis, et ipsi prophetabant. cc-acp vvb p-acp po32 d n2, cc p-acp po32 d n2. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d, np1 crd. fw-fr fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 13
72 I have not sent them, yet they ranne, I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied; I have not sent them, yet they ran, I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied; pns11 vhb xx vvn pno32, av pns32 vvd, pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp pno32, av pns32 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 13
73 but hee that set them on work, must pay them their wages. but he that Set them on work, must pay them their wages. cc-acp pns31 cst vvd pno32 p-acp n1, vmb vvi pno32 po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 13
74 And our Saviour saith, that he that comes not in by the door, the same is a thief, and a robber, John 10.1. 2 Some are called, and sent of men, but not of God, as when Jeroboam made Priests of the lowest of the people, 1 King. 12.31. And our Saviour Says, that he that comes not in by the door, the same is a thief, and a robber, John 10.1. 2 some Are called, and sent of men, but not of God, as when Jeroboam made Priests of the lowest of the people, 1 King. 12.31. cc po12 n1 vvz, cst pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp p-acp dt n1, dt d vbz dt n1, cc dt n1, np1 crd. crd d vbr vvn, cc vvn pp-f n2, cc-acp xx pp-f np1, c-acp c-crq np1 vvd n2 pp-f dt js pp-f dt n1, crd n1. crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 13
75 So Jason, and Menelaus, was ambitiously affected after the Priesthood, and sought by all unlawfull means, to procure it of Antiochus. So Jason, and Menelaus, was ambitiously affected After the Priesthood, and sought by all unlawful means, to procure it of Antiochus. av np1, cc np1, vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp d j n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 14
76 And so by favour, and some indirect means or other, heretofore many of bad learning, And so by favour, and Some indirect means or other, heretofore many of bad learning, cc av p-acp n1, cc d j n2 cc j-jn, av d pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 14
77 and baser living, have been thrust into the Ministery, to the dishonour of God, grief to the godly, and ruine of many souls. and baser living, have been thrust into the Ministry, to the dishonour of God, grief to the godly, and ruin of many Souls. cc jc n-vvg, vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 14
78 But blessed be God, there is now care taken, and God hath put it into the hearts of the supream Authority of this Church, But blessed be God, there is now care taken, and God hath put it into the hearts of the supreme authority of this Church, cc-acp vvn vbb np1, pc-acp vbz av n1 vvn, cc np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 14
79 and Common-wealth, not only to prevent this evill, but to purge this evil, not only to cast out, and Commonwealth, not only to prevent this evil, but to purge this evil, not only to cast out, cc n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi d n-jn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d n-jn, xx av-j pc-acp vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 14
80 but to keep out, such buyers and sellers out of the Temple. but to keep out, such buyers and sellers out of the Temple. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av, d n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 14
81 3 But some are sent, and called of God, and by men, as these in my text, 3 But Some Are sent, and called of God, and by men, as these in my text, crd cc-acp d vbr vvn, cc vvn pp-f np1, cc p-acp n2, c-acp d p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 14
82 and so Timothy, and Titus, and others, by the Apostles, for; how shall they preach, till they be sent, Rom. 10.15. and so Timothy, and Titus, and Others, by the Apostles, for; how shall they preach, till they be sent, Rom. 10.15. cc av np1, cc np1, cc n2-jn, p-acp dt n2, p-acp; q-crq vmb pns32 vvi, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 14
83 And when they had fasted and prayed: And when they had fasted and prayed: cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvd cc vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 14
84 This was the form, and order of the Church of Christ, in such high undertakings, in matters of such moment, to address themselves to God in these duties. This was the from, and order of the Church of christ, in such high undertakings, in matters of such moment, to address themselves to God in these duties. d vbds dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n2-vvg, p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 14
85 Calvin, Erasmus, and others observe, it was not so much, for imploring God, to give them prudence, calvin, Erasmus, and Others observe, it was not so much, for imploring God, to give them prudence, np1, np1, cc n2-jn vvb, pn31 vbds xx av av-d, c-acp vvg np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 14
86 and wisdome, to rule their judgements in this business, as to seek God, in behalf of those called, and Wisdom, to Rule their Judgments in this business, as to seek God, in behalf of those called, cc n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 14
87 and to bee set apart, that the Lord would give them spirits suitable to their work, and to be Set apart, that the Lord would give them spirits suitable to their work, cc pc-acp vbi vvn av, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 n2 j p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 15
88 and blesse their labours, and make them effectuall, for his own glory, and the spiritual advantage of his Church, and people. and bless their labours, and make them effectual, for his own glory, and the spiritual advantage of his Church, and people. cc vvi po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 j, c-acp po31 d n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 15
89 They laid their hands on them, that is, for a sign of consecration, and of a blessing Diodvte. They laid their hands on them, that is, for a Signen of consecration, and of a blessing Diodvte. pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 15
90 This was an ancient Ceremony in the Church of Christ, when any were separated to this work. This was an ancient Ceremony in the Church of christ, when any were separated to this work. d vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq d vbdr vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 15
91 And it contains the species of their consecration, and so ye have it, Act. 6.6. This Ceremony hath been continued from the manner of their consecration, in the time of the law; and retained by the Apostles; And it contains the species of their consecration, and so you have it, Act. 6.6. This Ceremony hath been continued from the manner of their consecration, in the time of the law; and retained by the Apostles; cc pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc av pn22 vhb pn31, n1 crd. d n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc vvd p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 15
92 and still of use in the Church of Christ, as a decent Ceremony, holding forth the offering of such to God, and still of use in the Church of christ, as a decent Ceremony, holding forth the offering of such to God, cc av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j n1, vvg av dt n-vvg pp-f d p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 15
93 for the work whereunto the Holy Ghost hath called them. for the work whereunto the Holy Ghost hath called them. p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 15
94 It is observed by Calvin, and Erasmus, and some others, that prayers were fix'd to this Ceremony. It is observed by calvin, and Erasmus, and Some Others, that Prayers were fixed to this Ceremony. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc np1, cc d n2-jn, cst n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 15
95 Quia per se inanis esset Ceremonia, because the Ceremony in it self was ineffectuall, and it referred to the Apostles, and nor to the people. Quia per se inanis esset Ceremony, Because the Ceremony in it self was ineffectual, and it referred to the Apostles, and nor to the people. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vbds j, cc pn31 vvd p-acp dt n2, cc ccx p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 15
96 But when they had prayed, and laid their hands on them, Tunc alii sua vota addiderunt, Then did others, that were present, help by their prayers, and devotions. But when they had prayed, and laid their hands on them, Tunc alii sua vota addiderunt, Then did Others, that were present, help by their Prayers, and devotions. cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhd vvn, cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av vdd ng2-jn, cst vbdr j, vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 16
97 In a word, it is agreed, by the best, & soundest both of the Fathers and modern writers, In a word, it is agreed, by the best, & soundest both of the Father's and modern writers, p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp dt js, cc js d pp-f dt n2 cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 16
98 yea by Calvin and Grosius, who though they may seem to dissent, in other circumstances, yea by calvin and Grosius, who though they may seem to dissent, in other Circumstances, uh p-acp np1 cc np1, r-crq c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, p-acp j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 16
99 yet in this agree with us, that it is a decent rite, which although it hath no efficacy in it self, Sed vim, et effectum, a solo Dei spiritu pendere, that the power and efficacy do wholly depend upon God by his spirit, in blessing it, yet in this agree with us, that it is a decent rite, which although it hath no efficacy in it self, said vim, et effectum, a solo Dei spiritu pendere, that the power and efficacy do wholly depend upon God by his Spirit, in blessing it, av p-acp d vvb p-acp pno12, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, r-crq cs pn31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pn31 n1, vvd fw-la, fw-la fw-la, dt fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst dt n1 cc n1 vdb av-jn vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 16
100 yet is approved of God, and is commendable in the Church of Christ. Erasmus, and some others with him, glosse thus upon this text. yet is approved of God, and is commendable in the Church of christ. Erasmus, and Some Others with him, gloss thus upon this text. av vbz vvn pp-f np1, cc vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1, cc d n2-jn p-acp pno31, n1 av p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 16
101 That they were earnest with God by prayer, and fasting, to turn the office of these men which they took upon them, to his own glory and the Churches good. That they were earnest with God by prayer, and fasting, to turn the office of these men which they took upon them, to his own glory and the Churches good. cst pns32 vbdr j p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pno32, p-acp po31 d n1 cc dt n2 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 16
102 And that those, who were present, and the most eminent among them, laid their hands on them, and so sent them away. And that those, who were present, and the most eminent among them, laid their hands on them, and so sent them away. cc cst d, r-crq vbdr j, cc dt av-ds j p-acp pno32, vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cc av vvd pno32 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 16
103 And hee exacts this Ceremony of laying on of hands, as taken from the practise of Christ himself, who was wont to lay his hands on them he blessed. And he exacts this Ceremony of laying on of hands, as taken from the practice of christ himself, who was wont to lay his hands on them he blessed. cc pns31 vvz d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pp-f n2, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, r-crq vbds j pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno32 pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 16
104 So Gods Ministers, following the example of their Lord and Master Jesus Christ, in this duty have their warrants from him. So God's Ministers, following the Exampl of their Lord and Master jesus christ, in this duty have their warrants from him. av npg1 n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 np1 np1, p-acp d n1 vhb po32 n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 17
105 And Erasmus seeks to remove an objection then made, and still made by some against this Ceremony. And Erasmus seeks to remove an objection then made, and still made by Some against this Ceremony. cc np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av vvn, cc av vvd p-acp d p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 17
106 Some object and say, what needs such Rites, to the sending forth of Ministers to the work of Christ. Hee answers: some Object and say, what needs such Rites, to the sending forth of Ministers to the work of christ. He answers: d n1 cc vvi, r-crq vvz d n2, p-acp dt vvg av pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pns31 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 17
107 it is very requisite, for it is a putting them into Authority. it is very requisite, for it is a putting them into authority. pn31 vbz av j, c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg pno32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 17
108 And this Authority is meet for them, that all others might the rather obey the Ministery as fellow labourers, with other of Gods ministers in the work of Christ, whereunto they are called. And this authority is meet for them, that all Others might the rather obey the Ministry as fellow labourers, with other of God's Ministers in the work of christ, whereunto they Are called. cc d n1 vbz j p-acp pno32, cst d n2-jn vmd dt av-c vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 n2, p-acp n-jn pp-f ng1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 17
109 And thus you have a brief summary of the sense, and meaning of the words. And thus you have a brief summary of the sense, and meaning of the words. cc av pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 17
110 The Holy Ghost said separate me Barnabas, and Saul, for the work whereunto I have called them. The Holy Ghost said separate me Barnabas, and Saul, for the work whereunto I have called them. dt j n1 vvd vvi pno11 np1, cc np1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 17
111 This is the main errand of the Holy Ghost this day, to my Reverend Brethren, and my self. This is the main errand of the Holy Ghost this day, to my Reverend Brothers, and my self. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 d n1, p-acp po11 n-jn n2, cc po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 17
112 And of my self (at this present) to this reverend, and religious assembly. And of my self (At this present) to this reverend, and religious assembly. cc pp-f po11 n1 (p-acp d n1) p-acp d j-jn, cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 17
113 Which I shall make out in as compendious tearms, as the fulness of the matter will give me leave. Which I shall make out in as compendious terms, as the fullness of the matter will give me leave. r-crq pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp c-acp j n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 17
114 I presume I shall this day, finde in this throng and multitude, piety seasoned with prudence, pitty attended with patience, and parts without partiality. I presume I shall this day, find in this throng and multitude, piety seasoned with prudence, pity attended with patience, and parts without partiality. pns11 vvb pns11 vmb d n1, vvb p-acp d n1 cc n1, n1 vvn p-acp n1, n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 18
115 I am worthlesse, weak, and wanting, I therefore pray your patient attentions, your prudent intentions, and your practical improvements of the errand I shall bring from Christ unto you. I am worthless, weak, and wanting, I Therefore pray your patient attentions, your prudent intentions, and your practical improvements of the errand I shall bring from christ unto you. pns11 vbm j, j, cc vvg, pns11 av vvb po22 j n2, po22 j n2, cc po22 j n2 pp-f dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 87 Page 18
116 This is all I beg of you, but your heart-prayer with mee, and for me, This is all I beg of you, but your heart-prayer with me, and for me, d vbz d pns11 vvb pp-f pn22, cc-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno11, cc p-acp pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 18
117 unto God, that I may both begin and conclude this work in the strength of Jesus Christ; unto God, that I may both begin and conclude this work in the strength of jesus christ; p-acp np1, cst pns11 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 18
118 and so I come unto it. and so I come unto it. cc av pns11 vvb p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 88 Page 18
119 I shall gather up all I have to hold forth from the words of my Text, to this one doctrinal Thesis. I shall gather up all I have to hold forth from the words of my Text, to this one doctrinal Thesis. pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp d crd j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 89 Page 18
120 That, whom God calls to the weighty work of the Ministery, must be separated by an outward call from other persons; That, whom God calls to the weighty work of the Ministry, must be separated by an outward call from other Persons; cst, ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 18
121 and imployments, by prayer and fasting, and laying on of hands, and so sent forth to the work they are called unto. and employments, by prayer and fasting, and laying on of hands, and so sent forth to the work they Are called unto. cc n2, p-acp n1 cc vvg, cc vvg a-acp pp-f n2, cc av vvd av p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 90 Page 18
122 Or, Thus. Or, Thus. cc, av (4) part (DIV2) 90 Page 18
123 That it is the ordinary way of God in sending forth workmen to his work, to give them an outward call unto it, by a ministerial power of those, who are authorised unto it. That it is the ordinary Way of God in sending forth workmen to his work, to give them an outward call unto it, by a ministerial power of those, who Are authorised unto it. cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg av n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (4) part (DIV2) 91 Page 18
124 Or, Thus. Or, Thus. cc, av (5) part (DIV2) 91 Page 19
125 That the call of God, and of his servants, are not to bee separated, in sending forth of Ministers to the work of Christ they are called unto. Act. 6.6. That the call of God, and of his Servants, Are not to be separated, in sending forth of Ministers to the work of christ they Are called unto. Act. 6.6. cst dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 n2, vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp vvg av pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp. n1 crd. (5) part (DIV2) 92 Page 19
126 And they set them before them, and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them, 2 Tim. 2.2. Haec commenda fidelibus hominibus, qui idonei sunt et alios docere. And they Set them before them, and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them, 2 Tim. 2.2. Haec commenda fidelibus hominibus, qui idonei sunt et Alioth docere. cc pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp pno32, cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvn, pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la. (5) part (DIV2) 93 Page 19
127 These things commit thou to faithful men who shall be able to teach others. Who are NONLATINALPHABET, apt to teach others, Heb. 5.1. Every high Priest, taken from among men, is ordained for men, in things pertaining to God. These things commit thou to faithful men who shall be able to teach Others. Who Are, apt to teach Others, Hebrew 5.1. Every high Priest, taken from among men, is ordained for men, in things pertaining to God. d n2 vvi pns21 p-acp j n2 r-crq vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi n2-jn. r-crq vbr, j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, np1 crd. np1 j n1, vvn p-acp p-acp n2, vbz vvn p-acp n2, p-acp n2 vvg p-acp np1. (5) part (DIV2) 94 Page 19
128 And the rather, And the rather, cc dt av-c, (6) part (DIV2) 95 Page 19
129 First, Because those who shall go without this separate mee, without a call, goes without his errand, First, Because those who shall go without this separate me, without a call, Goes without his errand, ord, c-acp d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d vvb pno11, p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp po31 n1, (6) part (DIV2) 96 Page 19
130 and without his Commission, and climbes in at the window. and without his Commission, and climbs in At the window. cc p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1. (6) part (DIV2) 96 Page 19
131 And such as creep in by such a way, come not with an errand from Christ. And such as creep in by such a Way, come not with an errand from christ. cc d c-acp vvb p-acp p-acp d dt n1, vvb xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (6) part (DIV2) 97 Page 19
132 Et qui ingreditur per fenestras ejicietur è foribus, such as climb in at the window shal bee thrown out at the door. Et qui ingreditur per fenestras ejicietur è foribus, such as climb in At the window shall be thrown out At the door. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-es fw-la fw-la fw-la, d c-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1. (6) part (DIV2) 98 Page 20
133 And this day it is in fulfilling: God only crowns the approbation of the Churches call, with success, 1 Cor. 9.2. Secondly. And this day it is in fulfilling: God only crowns the approbation of the Churches call, with success, 1 Cor. 9.2. Secondly. cc d n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvg: np1 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. ord. (6) part (DIV2) 99 Page 20
134 The rather, because those who runne before they bee sent, in matters of this ministerial concernment, they are usurpers of that calling, which is no less desperate, than dangerous; The rather, Because those who run before they be sent, in matters of this ministerial concernment, they Are usurpers of that calling, which is no less desperate, than dangerous; dt av-c, c-acp d r-crq vvb c-acp pns32 vbb vvn, p-acp n2 pp-f d j n1, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d n-vvg, r-crq vbz av-dx av-dc j, cs j; (6) part (DIV2) 100 Page 20
135 as in civil affaires and matters of state, if any one should usurp and take upon him the office of an Ambassador, without a call, as in civil affairs and matters of state, if any one should usurp and take upon him the office of an Ambassador, without a call, c-acp p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cs d pi vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (6) part (DIV2) 100 Page 20
136 or Commission, it were death for any so to do, much more in this: or Commission, it were death for any so to do, much more in this: cc n1, pn31 vbdr n1 p-acp d av pc-acp vdi, av-d av-dc p-acp d: (6) part (DIV2) 100 Page 20
137 for such intruders upon divine ordinances, orders, and offices, without this separate me, without a call, may justly meet, with his Quomodo huc introisti? friend, for such intruders upon divine ordinances, order, and Offices, without this separate me, without a call, may justly meet, with his Quomodo huc introisti? friend, c-acp d n2 p-acp j-jn n2, n2, cc n2, p-acp d vvb pno11, p-acp dt n1, vmb av-j vvi, p-acp po31 np1 fw-la fw-la? n1, (6) part (DIV2) 100 Page 20
138 how camest thou in hither without a call? how camest thou in hither without a call? q-crq vvd2 pns21 p-acp av p-acp dt n1? (6) part (DIV2) 100 Page 20
139 The rather, Thirdly, Because such as rashly, and rudely venture upon ministerial imployments, and improvements without this NONLATINALPHABET: The rather, Thirdly, Because such as rashly, and rudely venture upon ministerial employments, and improvements without this: dt av-c, ord, c-acp d c-acp av-j, cc av-j vvi p-acp j n2, cc n2 p-acp d: (7) part (DIV2) 100 Page 20
140 without this separation, and a call from God, and his servants, without this divine ordination, and institution, do but rifle the ark, or at best, too busily pry into it, without this separation, and a call from God, and his Servants, without this divine ordination, and Institution, do but rifle the Ark, or At best, too busily pry into it, p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, p-acp d j-jn n1, cc n1, vdb p-acp vvi dt n1, cc p-acp av-js, av av-j vvi p-acp pn31, (7) part (DIV2) 101 Page 20
141 and may justly meet with Vzzah his sad doom, who did but touch the Ark to keep it from falling, to a good intent, and may justly meet with Uzzah his sad doom, who did but touch the Ark to keep it from falling, to a good intent, cc vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1 po31 j n1, r-crq vdd p-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp vvg, p-acp dt j n1, (7) part (DIV2) 101 Page 21
142 yet because hee had no call from God, to that service, was smitten with sudden death, 2 Sam. 6.6. To meddle with these Arcana religionis, these secrets of Religion, is not a work for every one to deal with. yet Because he had no call from God, to that service, was smitten with sudden death, 2 Sam. 6.6. To meddle with these Arcana Religion, these secrets of Religion, is not a work for every one to deal with. av c-acp pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1, vbds vvn p-acp j n1, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vvi p-acp d fw-la fw-la, d n2-jn pp-f n1, vbz xx dt n1 p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi p-acp. (7) part (DIV2) 101 Page 21
143 Alas the best, and most able, may cry out with the Apostle, who is sufficient for these things? 2 Cor. 2.16. Ah dear Christians, I could desire, with the Prophet, Jeremy 9.1. Alas the best, and most able, may cry out with the Apostle, who is sufficient for these things? 2 Cor. 2.16. Ah dear Christians, I could desire, with the Prophet, Jeremiah 9.1. uh dt js, cc av-ds j, vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2? crd np1 crd. uh j-jn np1, pns11 vmd vvi, p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (7) part (DIV2) 103 Page 21
144 That wee all had our heads wells of water, and our eyes fountains of tears, to bewail the great reproach cast (by some men) upon the Church of Christ in this English Nation, by their bold and boundlesse adventures, in daring to stand before God, That we all had our Heads wells of water, and our eyes fountains of tears, to bewail the great reproach cast (by Some men) upon the Church of christ in this English nation, by their bold and boundless adventures, in daring to stand before God, cst pns12 d vhd po12 n2 n2 pp-f n1, cc po12 n2 n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvd (p-acp d n2) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d jp n1, p-acp po32 j cc j n2, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (7) part (DIV2) 104 Page 21
145 as dispensers of his word, and Sacraments, that not long ago (some of them) were Mechanicks, as dispensers of his word, and Sacraments, that not long ago (Some of them) were Mechanics, c-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n2, cst xx av-j av (d pp-f pno32) vbdr n2, (7) part (DIV2) 104 Page 21
146 & Trading in their Shops, with the men of the world, and others of them Husbanding the earth, & Trading in their Shops, with the men of the world, and Others of them Husbanding the earth, cc vvg p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2-jn pp-f pno32 vvg dt n1, (7) part (DIV2) 104 Page 21
147 and plowing up the furrows of it, for bread and sustenance. and plowing up the furrows of it, for bred and sustenance. cc vvg a-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 cc n1. (7) part (DIV2) 104 Page 21
148 And now are cryed up, as the only men sent of God, to preach his word unto the people: And now Are cried up, as the only men sent of God, to preach his word unto the people: cc av vbr vvn a-acp, c-acp dt j n2 vvn pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (7) part (DIV2) 105 Page 21
149 as if there were some near Relation betwixt the plowstaff, and the pulpit, betwixt a pedler and a preacher. as if there were Some near Relation betwixt the plowstaff, and the pulpit, betwixt a pedlar and a preacher. c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. (7) part (DIV2) 105 Page 21
150 But I could desire, that such as these would look home to what they are called to, But I could desire, that such as these would look home to what they Are called to, cc-acp pns11 vmd vvi, cst d c-acp d vmd vvi av-an p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, (7) part (DIV2) 106 Page 22
151 and every one abide in his own calling, which is the rule of the Apostle. 1 Cor. 7.20. It is the advice of a godly man, that he gives to such: and every one abide in his own calling, which is the Rule of the Apostle. 1 Cor. 7.20. It is the Advice of a godly man, that he gives to such: cc d crd vvi p-acp po31 d n-vvg, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp d: (7) part (DIV2) 106 Page 22
152 let not the Cobler outgo his Last, nor the Tinker his Budget, Sed Tracient fabrilia fabri. let not the Cobbler outgo his Last, nor the Tinker his Budget, Said Tracient fabrilia Fabri. vvb xx dt n1 vvb po31 ord, ccx dt n1 po31 n1, j-vvn j fw-la n1. (7) part (DIV2) 107 Page 22
153 Let them look to their Trading. Let them look to their Trading. vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n-vvg. (7) part (DIV2) 107 Page 22
154 For, Non ex quolibet ligno fit Mercurius, Every one is not fit to make a Minister. For, Non ex quolibet ligno fit Mercurius, Every one is not fit to make a Minister. p-acp, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 np1, d pi vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (7) part (DIV2) 108 Page 22
155 The rather, 4. Because those called of God, must also have a call from man: for the usual livery of Gods special Servants, are twofold, 1. Missio. 2. Vocatio. The rather, 4. Because those called of God, must also have a call from man: for the usual livery of God's special Servants, Are twofold, 1. Dismissal. 2. Vocatio. dt av-c, crd p-acp d vvd pp-f np1, vmb av vhi dt n1 p-acp n1: c-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n2, vbr j, crd np1. crd np1. (8) part (DIV2) 108 Page 22
156 Christ by his Spirit sends, and calls, and those he imploys in his service, he calls; christ by his Spirit sends, and calls, and those he employs in his service, he calls; np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz, cc vvz, cc d pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz; (8) part (DIV2) 110 Page 22
157 and whom he calls, he cloathes; gives as well ability of doing, as authority to do. and whom he calls, he clothes; gives as well ability of doing, as Authority to do. cc r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 n2; vvz a-acp av n1 pp-f vdg, c-acp n1 pc-acp vdi. (8) part (DIV2) 110 Page 22
158 And where both these meet, they are sweetly fitted, and graciously furnished for this Separate me, for this work whereunto they are called. And where both these meet, they Are sweetly fitted, and graciously furnished for this Separate me, for this work whereunto they Are called. cc c-crq d d vvb, pns32 vbr av-j vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp d j pno11, c-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (8) part (DIV2) 110 Page 22
159 I shall stand no longer upon the confirmation of the Doctrinal part of my Thesis. I shall stand no longer upon the confirmation of the Doctrinal part of my Thesis. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1. (8) part (DIV2) 111 Page 22
160 I have four terms in it, that I must first explicate, before I shall come to the Applicatory part of it, which is the chief business I have from my Text, to every soul here this day. I have four terms in it, that I must First explicate, before I shall come to the Applicatory part of it, which is the chief business I have from my Text, to every soul Here this day. pns11 vhb crd n2 p-acp pn31, cst pns11 vmb ord vvi, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 pns11 vhb p-acp po11 n1, p-acp d n1 av d n1. (8) part (DIV2) 112 Page 23
161 I must of necessity but touch upon each of the terms of my Thesis. For I must not leave my Errand undone: I must of necessity but touch upon each of the terms of my Thesis. For I must not leave my Errand undone: pns11 vmb pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 n1. c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 vvn: (8) part (DIV2) 113 Page 23
162 I have a message from Christ, a threefold Errand. The first to my Reverend Brethren, and my self. I have a message from christ, a threefold Errand. The First to my Reverend Brothers, and my self. pns11 vhb dt n1 p-acp np1, dt j n1. dt ord p-acp po11 n-jn n2, cc po11 n1. (8) part (DIV2) 114 Page 23
163 The Second, to these our Brethren, who are this day to be separated for this weighty work. The Second, to these our Brothers, who Are this day to be separated for this weighty work. dt ord, p-acp d po12 n2, r-crq vbr d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 116 Page 23
164 The Third, Errand I have, is to all of you, who are our Auditors, and Spectators of the work we are met about. The Third, Errand I have, is to all of you, who Are our Auditors, and Spectators of the work we Are met about. dt ord, n1 pns11 vhb, vbz pc-acp d pp-f pn22, r-crq vbr po12 n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr vvn a-acp. (8) part (DIV2) 117 Page 23
165 And to each, a seasonable and suitable word, when I come unto them. And to each, a seasonable and suitable word, when I come unto them. cc p-acp d, dt j cc j n1, c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 118 Page 23
166 The first term in my Doctrinal Thesis, is what the work is whereunto these are called. The First term in my Doctrinal Thesis, is what the work is whereunto these Are called. dt ord n1 p-acp po11 j n1, vbz q-crq dt n1 vbz c-crq d vbr vvn. (8) part (DIV2) 119 Page 23
167 I answer, It is 1. A difficult work. 2. It is a desperate work. 3. It is a Dead work. 4. It is a destroying work. 5. It is a different work. 6. It is a daily work. 7. It is a despised work. 8. It is a dying work. 9. It is a divine work. I answer, It is 1. A difficult work. 2. It is a desperate work. 3. It is a Dead work. 4. It is a destroying work. 5. It is a different work. 6. It is a daily work. 7. It is a despised work. 8. It is a dying work. 9. It is a divine work. pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz crd dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt vvg n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1. (8) part (DIV2) 120 Page 23
168 First, it is a difficult work, and that in four regards: First, it is a difficult work, and that in four regards: ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2: (8) part (DIV2) 121 Page 24
169 for, 1. It is a seeking, work. 2. It is a searching work. 3. It is a spiritual work. 4. It is a spacious. work. for, 1. It is a seeking, work. 2. It is a searching work. 3. It is a spiritual work. 4. It is a spacious. work. c-acp, crd pn31 vbz dt vvg, n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j. n1. (8) part (DIV2) 121 Page 24
170 First, it is a difficult work, for it is a seeking work, to seek out lost sinners, lost sons, lost sheep, lost souls, lost in hell; First, it is a difficult work, for it is a seeking work, to seek out lost Sinners, lost Sons, lost sheep, lost Souls, lost in hell; ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg n1, pc-acp vvi av j-vvn n2, j-vvn n2, j-vvn n1, vvn n2, vvn p-acp n1; (8) part (DIV2) 122 Page 24
171 and this is that which makes the work hard. 2. It is difficult, for it is a searching work, to search out hidden things, and this is that which makes the work hard. 2. It is difficult, for it is a searching work, to search out hidden things, cc d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 av-j. crd pn31 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi av j-vvn n2, (8) part (DIV2) 122 Page 24
172 and hidden mysteries, the mysteries of a hidden kingdom, of a hidden life, Col. 3.3. and this makes the work difficult. and hidden Mysteres, the Mysteres of a hidden Kingdom, of a hidden life, Col. 3.3. and this makes the work difficult. cc j-vvn n2, dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pp-f dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd. cc d vvz dt n1 j. (8) part (DIV2) 123 Page 24
173 3. It is a difficult work, for it is a spiritual work, a supernatural work, a work above nature; 3. It is a difficult work, for it is a spiritual work, a supernatural work, a work above nature; crd pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp n1; (8) part (DIV2) 124 Page 24
174 it is soul-work, it is work about the soul, work about the inward man, soul-saving work, and this is difficult. it is Soul-work, it is work about the soul, work about the inward man, Soul-saving work, and this is difficult. pn31 vbz n1, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt j n1, j n1, cc d vbz j. (8) part (DIV2) 124 Page 24
175 I confess Gods Ministers are but the Instruments in the hand of Christ; for all internal work, is Gods work, this in-work is Gods work, Job 23.16. It is God that maketh the heart soft; I confess God's Ministers Are but the Instruments in the hand of christ; for all internal work, is God's work, this in-work is God's work, Job 23.16. It is God that makes the heart soft; pns11 vvb npg1 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp d j n1, vbz ng1 n1, d n1 vbz ng1 n1, n1 crd. pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz dt n1 j; (8) part (DIV2) 125 Page 24
176 but yet the Ministery is an instituted means, and therefore should accomplish this so difficult a work, because instituted by Christ. but yet the Ministry is an instituted means, and Therefore should accomplish this so difficult a work, Because instituted by christ. cc-acp av dt n1 vbz dt vvn n2, cc av vmd vvi d av j dt n1, c-acp vvn p-acp np1. (8) part (DIV2) 125 Page 24
177 4. It is a difficult work, for it is a spacious work; it calls the whole man to the work, soul and body, head, heart and hand; 4. It is a difficult work, for it is a spacious work; it calls the Whole man to the work, soul and body, head, heart and hand; crd pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j vvi; pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1, n1, n1 cc n1; (8) part (DIV2) 126 Page 25
178 soul and sense, eyes and ears, all parts and powers are called forth to this work, and that to weariness: soul and sense, eyes and ears, all parts and Powers Are called forth to this work, and that to weariness: n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn av p-acp d n1, cc cst p-acp n1: (8) part (DIV2) 126 Page 25
179 Much study is a weariness to the flesh; and therefore a difficult work. Much study is a weariness to the Flesh; and Therefore a difficult work. av-d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc av dt j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 126 Page 25
180 Secondly, this work is a desperate work, we are called to work not only works of pain, but peril. Secondly, this work is a desperate work, we Are called to work not only works of pain, but peril. ord, d n1 vbz dt j n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi xx av-j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1. (8) part (DIV2) 127 Page 25
181 We fight, and often faint in fighting, for it is against enemies that are not onely wily and witty enemies, We fight, and often faint in fighting, for it is against enemies that Are not only wily and witty enemies, pns12 vvb, cc av j p-acp vvg, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 cst vbr xx av-j j cc j n2, (8) part (DIV2) 127 Page 25
182 but are wilful and wicked enemies, that are head-strong enemies, and heart-strong enemies, and hand-strong enemies, that except Christ come by his Spirit to help us, in this desperate work all our labor is lost, but Are wilful and wicked enemies, that Are headstrong enemies, and heart-strong enemies, and hand-strong enemies, that except christ come by his Spirit to help us, in this desperate work all our labour is lost, cc-acp vbr j cc j n2, cst vbr j n2, cc j n2, cc j n2, cst c-acp np1 vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, p-acp d j n1 d po12 n1 vbz vvn, (8) part (DIV2) 127 Page 25
183 and longings lost, and layings out lost, and all our strength spent in vain to most of our people; and longings lost, and layings out lost, and all our strength spent in vain to most of our people; cc n2-vvg vvd, cc n2-vvg av vvn, cc d po12 n1 vvn p-acp j p-acp ds pp-f po12 n1; (8) part (DIV2) 127 Page 25
184 our work is to fight against Principalities and powers, the Rulers of the darkness of this world, Ephes. 6.12. and therefore a desperate work. our work is to fight against Principalities and Powers, the Rulers of the darkness of this world, Ephesians 6.12. and Therefore a desperate work. po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd. cc av dt j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 127 Page 25
185 Thirdly, This our work is a dead work: we are to preach to dead souls, to dead hearts; Thirdly, This our work is a dead work: we Are to preach to dead Souls, to dead hearts; ord, d po12 n1 vbz dt j n1: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, p-acp j n2; (8) part (DIV2) 128 Page 25
186 that are dead in sin and trespasses, Eph. 2.2. Our work is to fetch dead souls to life: that Are dead in since and Trespasses, Ephesians 2.2. Our work is to fetch dead Souls to life: cst vbr j p-acp n1 cc n2, np1 crd. po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp n1: (8) part (DIV2) 128 Page 25
187 To raise Lazers out of their graves, our work is about the life and death of the soul. To raise Lazers out of their graves, our work is about the life and death of the soul. pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f po32 n2, po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 129 Page 25
188 Fourthly, This our work is a destroying work; for it will either destroy sin, or the sinner; Fourthly, This our work is a destroying work; for it will either destroy since, or the sinner; ord, d po12 n1 vbz dt vvg vvi; c-acp pn31 vmb d vvi n1, cc dt n1; (8) part (DIV2) 130 Page 26
189 it is the destroying pain of our work, that all we do, is as if it were almost destroyed: it is the destroying pain of our work, that all we do, is as if it were almost destroyed: pn31 vbz dt vvg n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst d pns12 vdb, vbz c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av vvn: (8) part (DIV2) 130 Page 26
190 It is a destroying work, for it turns hearts into stones, and makes many worse than they were. It is a destroying work, for it turns hearts into stones, and makes many Worse than they were. pn31 vbz dt vvg n1, c-acp pn31 vvz n2 p-acp n2, cc vvz d jc cs pns32 vbdr. (8) part (DIV2) 130 Page 26
191 Oh what a destructive condition are those souls in, that our work shall prove their destruction, by their wilful neglect and contempt of it. O what a destructive condition Are those Souls in, that our work shall prove their destruction, by their wilful neglect and contempt of it. uh q-crq dt j n1 vbr d n2 p-acp, cst po12 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1, p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (8) part (DIV2) 131 Page 26
192 Fifthly, This our work is a different work, from the work of all other men, in the world no one is called forth to such a work, Fifthly, This our work is a different work, from the work of all other men, in the world not one is called forth to such a work, ord, d po12 n1 vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 xx pi vbz vvn av p-acp d dt n1, (8) part (DIV2) 132 Page 26
193 as a Minister of Jesus Christ: as a Minister of jesus christ: c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (8) part (DIV2) 132 Page 26
194 for the effects of our work is far different from all other works of other men: for the effects of our work is Far different from all other works of other men: c-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbz av-j j p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n2: (8) part (DIV2) 132 Page 26
195 for our work makes a difference, 1. Of men. 2. In the manners of men. 3. In the hearts of men. 4. In the heads of men. 5. In the hands of men. for our work makes a difference, 1. Of men. 2. In the manners of men. 3. In the hearts of men. 4. In the Heads of men. 5. In the hands of men. c-acp po12 n1 vvz dt n1, crd pp-f n2. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (8) part (DIV2) 132 Page 26
196 It works in different places, and in different persons, and in them differently, making some better, and some worse. It works in different places, and in different Persons, and in them differently, making Some better, and Some Worse. pn31 vvz p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j n2, cc p-acp pno32 av-j, vvg d av-jc, cc d jc. (8) part (DIV2) 133 Page 26
197 It works in places as far different as heaven and hell, and in hearts that are as far different as light and darkness. It works in places as Far different as heaven and hell, and in hearts that Are as Far different as Light and darkness. pn31 vvz p-acp n2 c-acp av-j j c-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp n2 cst vbr a-acp av-j j c-acp n1 cc n1. (8) part (DIV2) 134 Page 26
198 Sixthly, This our work is a daily work: its our every days work, the Lords daywork, and the labourers day-work. Sixthly, This our work is a daily work: its our every days work, the lords daywork, and the labourers daywork. j, d po12 n1 vbz dt j n1: pn31|vbz po12 d n2 vvi, dt n2 av, cc dt ng1 n1. (8) part (DIV2) 135 Page 26
199 May conceit, that the work of a Minister is but a little, on the Lords day, and then he may rest; May conceit, that the work of a Minister is but a little, on the lords day, and then he may rest; vmb n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j, p-acp dt n2 n1, cc av pns31 vmb vvi; (8) part (DIV2) 136 Page 27
200 but alas these men are mightily mistaken, for our work hardly admits of any intermission. Our work must smell of the candle, wee must have our night studies. but alas these men Are mightily mistaken, for our work hardly admits of any intermission. Our work must smell of the candle, we must have our night studies. cc-acp uh d n2 vbr av-j vvn, p-acp po12 n1 av vvz pp-f d n1. po12 n1 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vhi po12 n1 vvz. (8) part (DIV2) 136 Page 27
201 When you are at your rest, we are at our work, when you sleep we are awake, our work is a vigilant work, wee wax white with work, and watching. When you Are At your rest, we Are At our work, when you sleep we Are awake, our work is a vigilant work, we wax white with work, and watching. c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp po22 n1, pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pn22 vvb pns12 vbr j, po12 n1 vbz dt j n1, pns12 vvb j-jn p-acp n1, cc vvg. (8) part (DIV2) 138 Page 27
202 We are commanded to be NONLATINALPHABET vigilant; 1 Tim. 3.2. We Are commanded to be vigilant; 1 Tim. 3.2. pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j; crd np1 crd. (8) part (DIV2) 139 Page 27
203 our work is either reading, or praying, or else meditating, or sighing, or groaning, or mourning, our work is either reading, or praying, or Else meditating, or sighing, or groaning, or mourning, po12 n1 vbz d n-vvg, cc vvg, cc av vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc n1, (8) part (DIV2) 139 Page 27
204 or studying your good, and your life becomes some of our deaths, with our daily and continual working. or studying your good, and your life becomes Some of our death's, with our daily and continual working. cc vvg po22 j, cc po22 n1 vvz d pp-f po12 n2, p-acp po12 j cc j n-vvg. (8) part (DIV2) 139 Page 27
205 Seventh, This our work is a despised work, it is the greatest work under heaven, Seventh, This our work is a despised work, it is the greatest work under heaven, ord, d po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvn n1, pn31 vbz dt js n1 p-acp n1, (8) part (DIV2) 140 Page 27
206 and the least regarded in the world, subject to the scorn of wicked men, and contempt of the world. and the least regarded in the world, Subject to the scorn of wicked men, and contempt of the world. cc dt av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 140 Page 27
207 Eightly, This our work is a dying work, wee like Rachell, dye in travel, to bring forth Sonnes, and Daughters to Jesus Christ. Eighth, This our work is a dying work, we like Rachel, die in travel, to bring forth Sons, and Daughters to jesus christ. ord, d po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, pns12 vvb np1, vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av n2, cc n2 p-acp np1 np1. (8) part (DIV2) 141 Page 27
208 It is our death, that our work dies in any of our people. Ah Christians, how much of our work is like water, spilt upon the ground. It is our death, that our work die in any of our people. Ah Christians, how much of our work is like water, spilled upon the ground. pn31 vbz po12 n1, cst po12 n1 vvz p-acp d pp-f po12 n1. uh np1, c-crq d pp-f po12 n1 vbz j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 142 Page 27
209 It is heart-dying to us, that our work dies in your hearts. The Apostle Gal. 4.19. tells the Galaetians, that hee travelled in birth, till Christ were formed in them: It is heart-dying to us, that our work die in your hearts. The Apostle Gal. 4.19. tells the Galaetians, that he traveled in birth, till christ were formed in them: pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12, cst po12 n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2. dt n1 np1 crd. vvz dt np1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32: (8) part (DIV2) 144 Page 28
210 but alas how many false births, and abortive births are produced by our work, that hath wrought in some of our people, only a form of godlinesse, but alas how many false births, and abortive births Are produced by our work, that hath wrought in Some of our people, only a from of godliness, cc-acp uh q-crq d j n2, cc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst vhz vvn p-acp d pp-f po12 n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) part (DIV2) 145 Page 28
211 but not the life, and power of it? and this is a dying work both to them, and us. but not the life, and power of it? and this is a dying work both to them, and us. cc-acp xx dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31? cc d vbz dt j-vvg n1 av-d p-acp pno32, cc pno12. (8) part (DIV2) 145 Page 28
212 Ninthly, This our work is a divine work, It is the work of God in us, by his Spirit. Ninthly, This our work is a divine work, It is the work of God in us, by his Spirit. ord, d po12 n1 vbz dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 n1. (8) part (DIV2) 146 Page 28
213 Christ rules, and calls our men here and there to this work, to minister to the souls of men: christ rules, and calls our men Here and there to this work, to minister to the Souls of men: np1 vvz, cc vvz po12 n2 av cc a-acp p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (8) part (DIV2) 146 Page 28
214 It is a work of divine, and spirituall concernment to the souls eternity. It is a work of divine, and spiritual concernment to the Souls eternity. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn, cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. (8) part (DIV2) 146 Page 28
215 This is the first tearm, in my doctrinal Thesis, I shall be briefer in the rest. This is the First term, in my doctrinal Thesis, I shall be briefer in the rest. d vbz dt ord vvi, p-acp po11 j n1, pns11 vmb vbi jc p-acp dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 147 Page 28
216 The second tearm is, what the inward call is by the Spirit. The Holy Ghost, said, separate me Barnabas, and Saul. I Answer. This call is from God: The second term is, what the inward call is by the Spirit. The Holy Ghost, said, separate me Barnabas, and Saul. I Answer. This call is from God: dt ord vvi vbz, q-crq dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. dt j n1, vvd, vvb pno11 np1, cc np1. pns11 vvb. np1 vvb vbz p-acp np1: (8) part (DIV2) 148 Page 28
217 by his spirit, and only known (as I Humbly conceive) by these three Requisites, which if found in these our Brethren, by his Spirit, and only known (as I Humbly conceive) by these three Requisites, which if found in these our Brothers, p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j vvn (c-acp pns11 av-j vvb) p-acp d crd n2-j, r-crq cs vvn p-acp d po12 n2, (8) part (DIV2) 149 Page 29
218 or in any else called forth to this work, we may with an humble confidence be perswaded, that they have this inward call: or in any Else called forth to this work, we may with an humble confidence be persuaded, that they have this inward call: cc p-acp d av vvn av p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb p-acp dt j n1 vbi vvn, cst pns32 vhb d j n1: (8) part (DIV2) 149 Page 29
219 and that the Holy Ghost hath said, Separate mee these men for the work, whereunto I have called them. and that the Holy Ghost hath said, Separate me these men for the work, whereunto I have called them. cc cst dt j n1 vhz vvn, j pno11 d n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 149 Page 29
220 The first Requisite is, Pure intentions. 2 Pious affections. 3 Personal qualifications. First Pure, and zealous intentions: The First Requisite is, Pure intentions. 2 Pious affections. 3 Personal qualifications. First Pure, and zealous intentions: dt ord j vbz, j n2. crd j n2. crd j n2. np1 j, cc j n2: (8) part (DIV2) 150 Page 29
221 The first and highest Attractive, that draws the thoughts and intentions of any to undertake this burden, must be the glory of God, The First and highest Attractive, that draws the thoughts and intentions of any to undertake this burden, must be the glory of God, dt ord cc js j, cst vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d pc-acp vvi d n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) part (DIV2) 151 Page 29
222 and the edification of his Church, to bring souls to Jesus Christ. There must bee no consulting with flesh and blood, about this weighty work and the edification of his Church, to bring Souls to jesus christ. There must be no consulting with Flesh and blood, about this weighty work cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1 np1. pc-acp vmb vbi dx vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d j n1 (8) part (DIV2) 151 Page 29
223 If either profit or preferment, honour, or ease, have any thing to do in our intentions, (as they have in too many) then wee may conclude, that such are not called by the Spirit. If either profit or preferment, honour, or ease, have any thing to do in our intentions, (as they have in too many) then we may conclude, that such Are not called by the Spirit. cs d n1 cc n1, n1, cc n1, vhb d n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp po12 n2, (c-acp pns32 vhb p-acp av d) cs pns12 vmb vvi, cst d vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 152 Page 29
224 Second Requisite is pious, and cordial affections; Second Requisite is pious, and cordial affections; vvb j vbz j, cc j n2; (8) part (DIV2) 153 Page 29
225 a godly affection to do good, with our abilities we should have mountains of love in us, a godly affection to do good, with our abilities we should have Mountains of love in us, dt j n1 pc-acp vdi j, p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vmd vhi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (8) part (DIV2) 153 Page 29
226 and wear them all, and wast them all away in love to Christ, and to his people, 2 Cor. 12.15. I will gladly spend, and be spent for you, though the more abundantly I love you, the lesse I am beloved. and wear them all, and wast them all away in love to christ, and to his people, 2 Cor. 12.15. I will gladly spend, and be spent for you, though the more abundantly I love you, the less I am Beloved. cc vvi pno32 d, cc vvi pno32 d av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd. pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn22, cs dt av-dc av-j pns11 vvb pn22, dt av-dc pns11 vbm vvn. (8) part (DIV2) 153 Page 29
227 Hee whom love calls to this labour, is called of God, and his work shall prosper. Third Requisite is personal qualifications; He whom love calls to this labour, is called of God, and his work shall prosper. Third Requisite is personal qualifications; pns31 ro-crq n1 vvz p-acp d n1, vbz vvn pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 vmb vvi. ord j vbz j n2; (8) part (DIV2) 154 Page 30
228 and those are three-fold. 1 Humanity. 2 Humility. 3 Honesty. First, Humanity; and those Are threefold. 1 Humanity. 2 Humility. 3 Honesty. First, Humanity; cc d vbr j. crd n1. crd n1. crd n1. ord, n1; (8) part (DIV2) 155 Page 30
229 God sends not headlesse, or heartless, or handlesse men, to this work, for hee either finds them fit in some measure, God sends not headless, or heartless, or handless men, to this work, for he either finds them fit in Some measure, np1 vvz xx j, cc j, cc j n2, p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 av-d vvz pno32 j p-acp d n1, (8) part (DIV2) 156 Page 30
230 or makes them fit for this work. And that First in Person, Second, in Parts, both in life, and learning. or makes them fit for this work. And that First in Person, Second, in Parts, both in life, and learning. cc vvz pno32 j p-acp d n1. cc d ord p-acp n1, ord, p-acp n2, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1. (8) part (DIV2) 156 Page 30
231 They must have the indowments and the perfections of both natures, the outward man, as well as the inward man; They must have the endowments and the perfections of both nature's, the outward man, as well as the inward man; pns32 vmb vhi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f d n2, dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1; (8) part (DIV2) 158 Page 30
232 one called of God by his Spirit, must be not only peritus in religione, sed castus moribus: one called of God by his Spirit, must be not only Peritus in Religion, sed Chaste moribus: crd vvn pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vmb vbi xx j fw-la p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la: (8) part (DIV2) 158 Page 30
233 not only skillful in the Doctrin of Religion, but also regular in all civillities of humanity: not only skilful in the Doctrine of Religion, but also regular in all civilities of humanity: xx av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1: (8) part (DIV2) 158 Page 30
234 grace takes not nature away but regulates it, refines it, and reforms it. grace Takes not nature away but regulates it, refines it, and reforms it. n1 vvz xx n1 av cc-acp vvz pn31, vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31. (8) part (DIV2) 158 Page 30
235 Religion doth not throw civilities out of doors, (as some of the quaking faction do) but entertains it, Religion does not throw civilities out of doors, (as Some of the quaking faction do) but entertains it, n1 vdz xx vvi n2 av pp-f n2, (c-acp d pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vdb) cc-acp vvz pn31, (8) part (DIV2) 159 Page 30
236 as a suitable ornament ▪ to grace, and as a necessary qualification for Ministers, which requires they bee of a civil deportment to all men, as a suitable ornament ▪ to grace, and as a necessary qualification for Ministers, which requires they bee of a civil deportment to all men, c-acp dt j n1 ▪ pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vvz pns32 n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n2, (8) part (DIV2) 159 Page 31
237 so far forth as may stand with the honour of their persons, and places. Secondly, Humility. so Far forth as may stand with the honour of their Persons, and places. Secondly, Humility. av av-j av c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc n2. ord, n1. (8) part (DIV2) 159 Page 31
238 Such as are called of God, by his Spirit, are humble, they check, and chide their own abilities, by their own undervaluing of them. Such as Are called of God, by his Spirit, Are humble, they check, and chide their own abilities, by their own undervaluing of them. d c-acp vbr vvn pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1, vbr j, pns32 vvb, cc vvi po32 d n2, p-acp po32 d vvg pp-f pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 160 Page 31
239 They take this office and calling upon them, cum timore, et reverentia, suscipere, et se excusare, with fear, They take this office and calling upon them, cum Timore, et Reverence, suscipere, et se excusare, with Fear, pns32 vvb d n1 cc vvg p-acp pno32, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvb, p-acp n1, (8) part (DIV2) 161 Page 31
240 and reverence, and excusing of themselves, as unworthy, and unable for it, thus Moses, Jeremy, and others. Thirdly Honesty. and Reverence, and excusing of themselves, as unworthy, and unable for it, thus Moses, Jeremiah, and Others. Thirdly Honesty. cc n1, cc vvg pp-f px32, c-acp j, cc j p-acp pn31, av np1, np1, cc n2-jn. ord n1. (8) part (DIV2) 161 Page 31
241 Whom God calls by his spirit to this work, must be of an upright life & conversation, towards all men, both towards those without, Whom God calls by his Spirit to this work, must be of an upright life & Conversation, towards all men, both towards those without, ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vbi pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2, av-d p-acp d a-acp, (8) part (DIV2) 162 Page 31
242 and within, to good and bad. Such as are called of God, must not only NONLATINALPHABET, sed NONLATINALPHABET: and within, to good and bad. Such as Are called of God, must not only, said: cc a-acp, p-acp j cc j. d c-acp vbr vvn pp-f np1, vmb xx av-j, vvd: (8) part (DIV2) 162 Page 31
243 not only talk aright, but walk aright, hee must not only teach the way to heaven, not only talk aright, but walk aright, he must not only teach the Way to heaven, xx av-j vvi av, cc-acp vvb av, pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (8) part (DIV2) 163 Page 31
244 but tread, and trace the way to heaven. His Doctrin must bee NONLATINALPHABET, A speech quickned with the actions of an upright life. but tread, and trace the Way to heaven. His Doctrine must be, A speech quickened with the actions of an upright life. cc-acp vvb, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. po31 n1 vmb vbi, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 163 Page 31
245 For there is no life in Doctrine, where there is not Doctrine in the life. Gods Ministers must teach the eyes, as well as the ears of the people. For there is no life in Doctrine, where there is not Doctrine in the life. God's Ministers must teach the eyes, as well as the ears of the people. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz xx n1 p-acp dt n1. npg1 n2 vmb vvi dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 165 Page 31
246 For we have not so much, nor so great a work to do with their ears, as with their eyes; For we have not so much, nor so great a work to do with their ears, as with their eyes; c-acp pns12 vhb xx av av-d, ccx av j dt n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp po32 n2, c-acp p-acp po32 n2; (8) part (DIV2) 167 Page 32
247 for their eyes are more intent upon what we practice, than upon what we preach: Boni mores praedicantium, sal eorum Doctrinae. for their eyes Are more intent upon what we practice, than upon what we preach: Boni mores preaching, sal Their Doctrine. p-acp po32 n2 vbr av-dc j p-acp r-crq pns12 n1, cs p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la np1. (8) part (DIV2) 167 Page 32
248 The honest and upright life of a Minister, is the salt that seasoneth all his doctrine. The honest and upright life of a Minister, is the salt that seasoneth all his Doctrine. dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 cst vvz d po31 n1. (8) part (DIV2) 168 Page 32
249 The sins of Teachers, are the Teachers of sin; and a Minister of a dishonest life, is the vilest creature in the world. The Sins of Teachers, Are the Teachers of since; and a Minister of a dishonest life, is the Vilest creature in the world. dt n2 pp-f n2, vbr dt n2 pp-f n1; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 169 Page 32
250 A Turk, or Tartar, a Jew, or Jesuit, Popish, or Prophane, are not so vile as such a one. A Turk, or Tartar, a Jew, or Jesuit, Popish, or Profane, Are not so vile as such a one. dt np1, cc n1, dt np1, cc np1, j, cc j, vbr xx av j c-acp d dt pi. (8) part (DIV2) 170 Page 32
251 It is a fearful speech of Chrysostome, of a wicked Minister, Quis unquam Clericum lapsum penitentem vidit? Who ever saw a Minister recover himself, It is a fearful speech of Chrysostom, of a wicked Minister, Quis unquam Cleric lapsum penitentem vidit? Who ever saw a Minister recover himself, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt j n1, fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la? r-crq av vvd dt n1 vvi px31, (8) part (DIV2) 171 Page 32
252 after his fall, by repentance? some, not many, and but very seldom. After his fallen, by Repentance? Some, not many, and but very seldom. p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1? d, xx d, cc p-acp av av. (8) part (DIV2) 171 Page 32
253 But those who walk unblameably, are called of God, even those that have these pure intentions, these pious affections, But those who walk unblamably, Are called of God, even those that have these pure intentions, these pious affections, p-acp d r-crq vvb av-j, vbr vvn pp-f np1, av d cst vhb d j n2, d j n2, (8) part (DIV2) 172 Page 32
254 and these personal qualifications of humanity, humility, and honesty: and these personal qualifications of humanity, humility, and honesty: cc d j n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1: (8) part (DIV2) 172 Page 32
255 we may with an humble confidence be assured, that the Holy Ghost hath said unto us, Separate me these men, for the work whereunto I have called them. we may with an humble confidence be assured, that the Holy Ghost hath said unto us, Separate me these men, for the work whereunto I have called them. pns12 vmb p-acp dt j n1 vbi vvn, cst dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, j pno11 d n2, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 172 Page 32
256 The third Term in my Doctrinal Thesis, holds forth the outward call by Separation. The third Term in my Doctrinal Thesis, holds forth the outward call by Separation. dt ord n1 p-acp po11 j n1, vvz av dt j n1 p-acp n1. (8) part (DIV2) 173 Page 33
257 Presbyterial Separation is an external call of persons to the work of Christ, and a Ministerial privilege: It is NONLATINALPHABET: Ministerial Power. Presbyterial Separation is an external call of Persons to the work of christ, and a Ministerial privilege: It is: Ministerial Power. j-jn n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1: pn31 vbz: j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 174 Page 33
258 And this Authoritive Separation, is in the Ministery, Acts 6.6. The Apostles prayed, and laid their hands on them: And this Authoritive Separation, is in the Ministry, Acts 6.6. The Apostles prayed, and laid their hands on them: cc d j n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, n2 crd. dt np1 vvd, cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno32: (8) part (DIV2) 175 Page 33
259 which we call Ordination, or Clavis NONLATINALPHABET, The Key of Ordination. which we call Ordination, or Clavis, The Key of Ordination. r-crq pns12 vvb n1, cc np1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) part (DIV2) 175 Page 33
260 Election may belong to the people, but in Ordination, Pastors have been still actors and ordainers, as Acts 1.26. & 6.6. Tit. 1.5. In this business, there is onely required, the silent approbation of the godly. Election may belong to the people, but in Ordination, Pastors have been still actors and ordainers, as Acts 1.26. & 6.6. Tit. 1.5. In this business, there is only required, the silent approbation of the godly. n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, ng1 vhb vbn av n2 cc n2, c-acp n2 crd. cc crd. np1 crd. p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz av-j vvn, dt j n1 pp-f dt j. (8) part (DIV2) 176 Page 33
261 Election follows Ordination, and is but an approbation of a called person to his Ministery, to such a particular Congregation. Election follows Ordination, and is but an approbation of a called person to his Ministry, to such a particular Congregation. n1 vvz n1, cc vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d dt j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 178 Page 33
262 The Juridical power is in the Presbytery, to judge of, and examine those who are to preach the Word of God, that so false Teachers and Unworthy men, might be kept from creeping into the Church of Christ. The Juridical power is in the Presbytery, to judge of, and examine those who Are to preach the Word of God, that so false Teachers and Unworthy men, might be kept from creeping into the Church of christ. dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc vvi d r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst av j n2 cc j-u n2, vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) part (DIV2) 179 Page 33
263 For wicked men, such as are meerly natural and prophane, or hypocrites in heart, would never consent to the call of a holy Minister of Jesus Christ. For wicked men, such as Are merely natural and profane, or Hypocrites in heart, would never consent to the call of a holy Minister of jesus christ. p-acp j n2, d c-acp vbr av-j j cc j, cc n2 p-acp n1, vmd av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1. (8) part (DIV2) 180 Page 34
264 And besides, these are not capable in their choice, to judge of such, but may either out of prejudice, And beside, these Are not capable in their choice, to judge of such, but may either out of prejudice, cc p-acp, d vbr xx j p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f d, cc-acp vmb av-d av pp-f n1, (8) part (DIV2) 181 Page 34
265 or ignorance, or out of a prophane heart, deny consent to his Ministery, whom God hath called, or ignorance, or out of a profane heart, deny consent to his Ministry, whom God hath called, cc n1, cc av pp-f dt j n1, vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, (8) part (DIV2) 181 Page 34
266 and said, Separate me such a one to the work whereunto I have called him. and said, Separate me such a one to the work whereunto I have called him. cc vvd, j pno11 d dt pi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno31. (8) part (DIV2) 181 Page 34
267 For my part, I cannot be perswaded or satisfied in this one thing, that ever any one not called by the Church, For my part, I cannot be persuaded or satisfied in this one thing, that ever any one not called by the Church, p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d crd n1, cst av d crd xx vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) part (DIV2) 182 Page 34
268 and that is out of office and orders, and intrudes upon this holy calling, should ever convert souls, or bring any to heaven. and that is out of office and order, and intrudes upon this holy calling, should ever convert Souls, or bring any to heaven. cc d vbz av pp-f n1 cc n2, cc vvz p-acp d j n-vvg, vmd av vvi n2, cc vvi d p-acp n1. (8) part (DIV2) 182 Page 34
269 Dissenting judgements there are of some of our Brethren, about this, Separate me, even concerning the form of this Separation, and Ordination. Dissenting Judgments there Are of Some of our Brothers, about this, Separate me, even Concerning the from of this Separation, and Ordination. vvg n2 pc-acp vbr pp-f d pp-f po12 n2, p-acp d, j pno11, av vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1. (8) part (DIV2) 183 Page 34
270 But I intend not to wade into this business, or meddle with this Controversie: But I intend not to wade into this business, or meddle with this Controversy: p-acp pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp d n1: (8) part (DIV2) 183 Page 34
271 Our practise is approved, and sufficiently cleared to the satisfaction (I hope of all here, Our practice is approved, and sufficiently cleared to the satisfaction (I hope of all Here, po12 n1 vbz vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vvb pp-f d av, (8) part (DIV2) 183 Page 34
272 or of the most) that desire unity and order in the Church of Christ; or of the most) that desire unity and order in the Church of christ; cc pp-f dt ds) cst vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) part (DIV2) 183 Page 34
273 and therefore I shall leave it, with this one additional requisite belonging to it, which is, Probation, 1 Tim. 3.10. Hiprobentur, let them first be proved. and Therefore I shall leave it, with this one additional requisite belonging to it, which is, Probation, 1 Tim. 3.10. Hiprobentur, let them First be proved. cc av pns11 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp d crd j j vvg p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz, n1, crd np1 crd. fw-la, vvb pno32 ord vbi vvn. (8) part (DIV2) 183 Page 34
274 And this hath been our form of proceeding, in setting apart, and separating those, whom hitherto we have laid our hands on, And this hath been our from of proceeding, in setting apart, and separating those, whom hitherto we have laid our hands on, cc d vhz vbn po12 n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp vvg av, cc n-vvg d, ro-crq av pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2 a-acp, (8) part (DIV2) 184 Page 35
275 and sent forth to the work whereunto they have been called, and that both of their abilities and deportments. And the rather, and sent forth to the work whereunto they have been called, and that both of their abilities and deportments. And the rather, cc vvd av p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn, cc cst d pp-f po32 n2 cc ng1. cc dt av-c, (8) part (DIV2) 184 Page 35
276 For as a wise Master of a Family, will not commit matters of moment, to any one Servant, till he hath first made proof of his ability to do it, For as a wise Master of a Family, will not commit matters of moment, to any one Servant, till he hath First made proof of his ability to do it, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vvi n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d crd n1, c-acp pns31 vhz ord vvd n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, (8) part (DIV2) 186 Page 35
277 and also of his faithfulness in doing it, Multo magis necessarium est eos probari quibus comittenda est cura sanctae Congregationis. Hiperius. and also of his faithfulness in doing it, Much magis Necessary est eos probari quibus comittenda est Cure sanctae Congregationis. Hiperius. cc av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vdg pn31, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1. (8) part (DIV2) 186 Page 35
278 Much more fit is it, that those be tryed and proved, to whom is committed the care of souls in the Church of Christ. Much more fit is it, that those be tried and proved, to whom is committed the care of Souls in the Church of christ. av-d av-dc j vbz pn31, cst d vbb vvn cc vvn, p-acp ro-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) part (DIV2) 187 Page 35
279 A word of the fourth Term, which is the form of this outward call by Separation. And when they had prayed. A word of the fourth Term, which is the from of this outward call by Separation. And when they had prayed. dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp n1. cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvn. (8) part (DIV2) 188 Page 35
280 Prayer is a duty for all undertakings of Christians, especially in an undertaking of that nature, Prayer is a duty for all undertakings of Christians, especially in an undertaking of that nature, n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2-vvg pp-f np1, av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, (8) part (DIV2) 189 Page 35
281 and high concernment, as this in my Text, and as we are this day come about. and high concernment, as this in my Text, and as we Are this day come about. cc j n1, c-acp d p-acp po11 n1, cc c-acp pns12 vbr d n1 vvb a-acp. (8) part (DIV2) 189 Page 35
282 2. By fasting: This was a duty for extraordinary undertakings, and more than ordinary occasions, such as this is we are now about. 2. By fasting: This was a duty for extraordinary undertakings, and more than ordinary occasions, such as this is we Are now about. crd p-acp vvg: d vbds dt n1 p-acp j n2-vvg, cc av-dc cs j n2, d c-acp d vbz pns12 vbr av a-acp. (8) part (DIV2) 190 Page 36
283 3. By Imposition of hands: which contains the species of their Consecration. In conferring of holy Orders, a double posture hath anciently been observed: 3. By Imposition of hands: which contains the species of their Consecration. In conferring of holy Order, a double posture hath anciently been observed: crd p-acp n1 pp-f n2: r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. p-acp vvg pp-f j n1, dt j-jn n1 vhz av-j vbn vvn: (8) part (DIV2) 191 Page 36
284 First, NONLATINALPHABET, the Imposition of hands, in token of Consecration, Acts 8.17. 2. NONLATINALPHABET, the holding up of hands, in sign of confirmation, Acts 14.23. First,, the Imposition of hands, in token of Consecration, Acts 8.17. 2., the holding up of hands, in Signen of confirmation, Acts 14.23. ord,, dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n2 crd. crd, dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n2 crd. (8) part (DIV2) 193 Page 36
285 And in this Ceremony is held forth the offering of them up to God, for the work whereunto the Holy Ghost. hath called them. And in this Ceremony is held forth the offering of them up to God, for the work whereunto the Holy Ghost. hath called them. cc p-acp d n1 vbz vvn av dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt j n1. vhz vvn pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 195 Page 36
286 And this outward call, though it be not of men, yet it is by men, and necessary to so holy a function. And this outward call, though it be not of men, yet it is by men, and necessary to so holy a function. cc d j n1, cs pn31 vbb xx pp-f n2, av pn31 vbz p-acp n2, cc j p-acp av j dt n1. (8) part (DIV2) 196 Page 36
287 And all such as come not in by this door, are but NONLATINALPHABET, new illuminates, lately dropt out of heaven, that yesterday were but Dolts and Dunces, And all such as come not in by this door, Are but, new illuminates, lately dropped out of heaven, that yesterday were but Dolts and Dunces, cc d d c-acp vvb xx p-acp p-acp d n1, vbr p-acp, j vvz, av-j vvn av pp-f n1, cst av-an vbdr p-acp n2 cc n2, (8) part (DIV2) 197 Page 36
288 but to day are Doctors and Divines. but to day Are Doctors and Divines. cc-acp p-acp n1 vbr n2 cc n2-jn. (8) part (DIV2) 197 Page 36
289 Yesterday, with Saul, were seeking their fathers Asses, and to day are gotten among the Prophets, 1 Sam. 10.16. like the Nightingale, Vox, & preterea nihil; a voyce, and nothing else: Yesterday, with Saul, were seeking their Father's Asses, and to day Are got among the prophets, 1 Sam. 10.16. like the Nightingale, Vox, & preterea nihil; a voice, and nothing Else: np1, p-acp np1, vbdr vvg po32 ng1 n2, cc p-acp n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, crd np1 crd. av-j dt n1, fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la; dt n1, cc pix av: (8) part (DIV2) 198 Page 36
290 or like the Camelion, all lungs, and no heart. All their learning is by Revelation, they pray, and preach, and all by the Spirit; or like the Chameleon, all lungs, and no heart. All their learning is by Revelation, they pray, and preach, and all by the Spirit; cc av-j dt n1, d n2, cc dx n1. d po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, pns32 vvb, cc vvi, cc d p-acp dt n1; (8) part (DIV2) 198 Page 36
291 whereas all are but the visions of their own hearts, the fancies of distempered spirits, whereas all Are but the visions of their own hearts, the fancies of distempered spirits, cs d vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, (8) part (DIV2) 199 Page 37
292 and meer chymera's of sin-sick brains, which they rather feign than know, and foolish unstable souls rather follow, than believe, or trust. and mere chymera's of sin-sick brains, which they rather feign than know, and foolish unstable Souls rather follow, than believe, or trust. cc j ng1 pp-f j n2, r-crq pns32 av-c vvb cs vvi, cc j j n2 av-c vvb, cs vvb, cc vvi. (8) part (DIV2) 199 Page 37
293 But those called of God, and by men, are such as know God, and themselves, who have a feeling of that spirit, who teacheth them to know God, But those called of God, and by men, Are such as know God, and themselves, who have a feeling of that Spirit, who Teaches them to know God, p-acp d vvn pp-f np1, cc p-acp n2, vbr d c-acp vvb np1, cc px32, r-crq vhb dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi np1, (8) part (DIV2) 200 Page 37
294 and God to know them, and them to know themselves: and God to know them, and them to know themselves: cc np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pno32 pc-acp vvi px32: (8) part (DIV2) 200 Page 37
295 Of these the holy Ghost hath said to us, Separate me these men, for the work whereunto I have called them. Of these the holy Ghost hath said to us, Separate me these men, for the work whereunto I have called them. pp-f d dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, j pno11 d n2, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 200 Page 37
296 I have now done with the Doctrinal part of my Thesis, and shall fall upon the Applicatory part, and be brief in it. I have now done with the Doctrinal part of my Thesis, and shall fallen upon the Applicatory part, and be brief in it. pns11 vhb av vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vbi j p-acp pn31. (8) part (DIV2) 201 Page 37
297 I hava a threefold Errand from Christ, to all here this day, suitable to your threefold Stations, Relations, Places and Persons. I hava a threefold Errand from christ, to all Here this day, suitable to your threefold Stations, Relations, Places and Persons. pns11 fw-fr dt j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d av d n1, j p-acp po22 j n2, n2, n2 cc n2. (8) part (DIV2) 202 Page 37
298 My first Errand is to you, my Reverend Brethren, and my self, who have this Command in my Text enjoyned us, To separate these our Brethren, My First Errand is to you, my Reverend Brothers, and my self, who have this Command in my Text enjoined us, To separate these our Brothers, po11 ord n1 vbz p-acp pn22, po11 n-jn n2, cc po11 n1, r-crq vhb d n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvd pno12, pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, (8) part (DIV2) 203 Page 37
299 for the work whereunto they are called. for the work whereunto they Are called. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (8) part (DIV2) 203 Page 37
300 My second Errand is, my Brethren, to you who are this day to be Separated from other persons and imployments, to this weighty work. My second Errand is, my Brothers, to you who Are this day to be Separated from other Persons and employments, to this weighty work. po11 ord n1 vbz, po11 n2, p-acp pn22 r-crq vbr d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp d j n1. (8) part (DIV2) 204 Page 38
301 And my third Errand, is to all of you Christian Auditors and Spectators to this Religious crowd and throng, who are this day Spectators, to behold; And my third Errand, is to all of you Christian Auditors and Spectators to this Religious crowd and throng, who Are this day Spectators, to behold; cc po11 ord n1, vbz pc-acp d pp-f pn22 np1 n2 cc n2 p-acp d j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr d n1 n2, pc-acp vvi; (8) part (DIV2) 205 Page 38
302 and Auditors to hear, how this work is performed both by them and us. and Auditors to hear, how this work is performed both by them and us. cc n2 pc-acp vvi, c-crq d n1 vbz vvn av-d p-acp pno32 cc pno12. (8) part (DIV2) 205 Page 38
303 In all of which (I hope) you will be both Approbationers, to approve it; In all of which (I hope) you will be both Approbationers, to approve it; p-acp d pp-f r-crq (pns11 vvb) pn22 vmb vbi d n2, pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) part (DIV2) 206 Page 38
304 and Petitioners with us to the Throne of grace, and help us by your prayers, for a blessing on them. and Petitioners with us to the Throne of grace, and help us by your Prayers, for a blessing on them. cc n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (8) part (DIV2) 206 Page 38
305 And pray all your Amens unto it. And pray all your Amens unto it. cc vvb d po22 n2 p-acp pn31. (8) part (DIV2) 207 Page 38
306 Reverend Brethren, Reverend Brothers, n-jn n2, (9) part (DIV2) 207 Page 38
307 My first Errand and Word I have from Christ, is to you, and to my self: My First Errand and Word I have from christ, is to you, and to my self: po11 ord n1 cc n1 pns11 vhb p-acp np1, vbz p-acp pn22, cc p-acp po11 n1: (9) part (DIV2) 208 Page 38
308 All the excuse I shall now plead is, I must be faithful to my Lord and Master Jesus Christ, 1 Cor 4 2. You have called me forth to this work; All the excuse I shall now plead is, I must be faithful to my Lord and Master jesus christ, 1 Cor 4 2. You have called me forth to this work; d dt n1 pns11 vmb av vvi vbz, pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp po11 n1 cc n1 np1 np1, crd uh crd crd pn22 vhb vvn pno11 av p-acp d n1; (9) part (DIV2) 208 Page 38
309 therefore give me leave to be plain and impartial, in delivering the minde of Christ to us in this weighty business. Therefore give me leave to be plain and impartial, in delivering the mind of christ to us in this weighty business. av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 209 Page 38
310 My first word to you, and to my self, is onely that which this Apostle gave to his beloved Timothy, 1 Tim. 5.22. My First word to you, and to my self, is only that which this Apostle gave to his Beloved Timothy, 1 Tim. 5.22. po11 ord n1 p-acp pn22, cc p-acp po11 n1, vbz j cst r-crq d n1 vvd p-acp po31 j-vvn np1, crd np1 crd. (9) part (DIV2) 210 Page 38
311 A charge that he gave him, to keep himself pure, and to lay hands suddenly on no man, A charge that he gave him, to keep himself pure, and to lay hands suddenly on no man, dt n1 cst pns31 vvd pno31, pc-acp vvi px31 j, cc pc-acp vvi n2 av-j p-acp dx n1, (9) part (DIV2) 210 Page 38
312 lest he be partaker of other mens sins. lest he be partaker of other men's Sins. cs pns31 vbb n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2. (9) part (DIV2) 210 Page 39
313 To prevent this evil, two things are required of us before admission of any to this weighty work. 1. Circumspection. 2. Sincere Affections. First, Circumspection: To prevent this evil, two things Are required of us before admission of any to this weighty work. 1. Circumspection. 2. Sincere Affections. First, Circumspection: pc-acp vvi d n-jn, crd n2 vbr vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f d p-acp d j n1. crd n1. crd j n2. ord, n1: (9) part (DIV2) 211 Page 39
314 That such onely be admitted, as are in some measure fraught and furnisht with the sufficiencies of both men, the inward, That such only be admitted, as Are in Some measure fraught and furnished with the Sufficiencies of both men, the inward, cst d av-j vbi vvn, c-acp vbr p-acp d n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, dt j, (9) part (DIV2) 212 Page 39
315 and the outward man, clad and cloathed with the indowments and perfections, both of nature and grace. Secondly, Sincere affections: and the outward man, clad and clothed with the endowments and perfections, both of nature and grace. Secondly, Sincere affections: cc dt j n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1. ord, j n2: (9) part (DIV2) 212 Page 39
316 That we be not transported with by-respects, either of profit, or of partiality: That we be not transported with by-respects, either of profit, or of partiality: cst pns12 vbb xx vvn p-acp n2, d pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1: (9) part (DIV2) 213 Page 39
317 If we neglect either of these, we may make our selves partakers of other mens sins, of the sins of others: If we neglect either of these, we may make our selves partakers of other men's Sins, of the Sins of Others: cs pns12 vvb av-d pp-f d, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 n2 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2-jn: (9) part (DIV2) 213 Page 39
318 And that, 1. By consenting to such. 2. Or, By concealing of such. 3. Or, By contriving for such. 4. Or, By commending of such to the work of the Lord, who are not called of God to this work by his Spirit, to this Ministerial Function. And that, 1. By consenting to such. 2. Or, By concealing of such. 3. Or, By contriving for such. 4. Or, By commending of such to the work of the Lord, who Are not called of God to this work by his Spirit, to this Ministerial Function. cc cst, crd p-acp vvg p-acp d. crd cc, p-acp vvg pp-f d. crd cc, p-acp vvg p-acp d. crd cc, p-acp vvg pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr xx vvn pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 213 Page 39
319 I Remember a passage of Erasmas, who stories of the Bishop of Utretcht, who was son to the good Duke of Burgundie, who had at one time three hundred; I remember a passage of Erasmus, who stories of the Bishop of utrecht, who was son to the good Duke of Burgundy, who had At one time three hundred; pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvn, r-crq vbds n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd p-acp crd n1 crd crd; (9) part (DIV2) 214 Page 40
320 who came to him for holy Orders. who Come to him for holy Order. r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 214 Page 40
321 He was resolved he would examine them himself, and made tryal of their parts, and found but three of the three hundred, fitted for the business they came about, He was resolved he would examine them himself, and made trial of their parts, and found but three of the three hundred, fitted for the business they Come about, pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vmd vvi pno32 n1, cc vvd n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvd p-acp crd pp-f dt crd crd, vvn p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd a-acp, (9) part (DIV2) 215 Page 40
322 and so refused all but three of the three hundred, and denyed admittance to them: But his Officers were displeased, as making against their profit. and so refused all but three of the three hundred, and denied admittance to them: But his Officers were displeased, as making against their profit. cc av vvd d p-acp crd pp-f dt crd crd, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno32: cc-acp po31 n2 vbdr vvn, c-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 215 Page 40
323 But he returned a sharp, but sincere answer, and told them, He would not admit of Asses into holy Orders, instead of men, and Christians. But he returned a sharp, but sincere answer, and told them, He would not admit of Asses into holy Order, instead of men, and Christians. p-acp pns31 vvd dt j, cc-acp j n1, cc vvd pno32, pns31 vmd xx vvi pp-f n2 p-acp j n1, av pp-f n2, cc np1. (9) part (DIV2) 215 Page 40
324 I beseech you therefore, let it be our care, that we lay our hands there onely, where we are perswaded God hath first laid his heart; I beseech you Therefore, let it be our care, that we lay our hands there only, where we Are persuaded God hath First laid his heart; pns11 vvb pn22 av, vvb pn31 vbi po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 a-acp av-j, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn np1 vhz ord vvd po31 n1; (9) part (DIV2) 216 Page 40
325 and that those whose heads we touch, those their hearts God may touch, in reference to this Separation. and that those whose Heads we touch, those their hearts God may touch, in Referente to this Separation. cc cst d rg-crq n2 pns12 vvb, d po32 n2 np1 vmb vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (9) part (DIV2) 216 Page 40
326 And this will be our Comfort. And this will be our Comfort. cc d vmb vbi po12 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 217 Page 40
327 My second word to you, my Brethren, is, that those we lay our hands on, may be (as one observes) qui sunt compositi, ad mores. Probati, ad sanctimoniam. Parati ad obedientiam. Subjecti, ad disciplinam. Catholici ad fidem. Fideles ad Dispensationem. Concordes ad pacem. My second word to you, my Brothers, is, that those we lay our hands on, may be (as one observes) qui sunt compositi, ad mores. Probati, ad sanctimoniam. Parati ad obedientiam. Subject, ad Disciplinam. Catholici ad fidem. Fideles ad Dispensationem. Concords ad pacem. po11 ord n1 p-acp pn22, po11 n2, vbz, cst d pns12 vvb po12 n2 a-acp, vmb vbi (c-acp pi vvz) fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la. np1, fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la. np1, fw-la fw-la. np1 fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la. ng1 fw-la fw-la. (9) part (DIV2) 218 Page 40
328 Such as are composed to humanity, Who are of approved sanctity. Who are prepared to obey sincerely. Such as Are composed to humanity, Who Are of approved sanctity. Who Are prepared to obey sincerely. d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vbr pp-f j-vvn n1. q-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av-j. (9) part (DIV2) 218 Page 41
329 Subject to godly discipline submissively, Sound in the faith purely. Faithful in the dispensation of the Gospel, freely, willingly. Subject to godly discipline submissively, Found in the faith purely. Faithful in the Dispensation of the Gospel, freely, willingly. j-jn p-acp j n1 av-j, vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j. j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j, av-j. (9) part (DIV2) 218 Page 41
330 And of a peaceable behaviour, desiring to in peace, and unity. And I pray with Bernard, that those whom wee lay our hands on, may be. In jubendo discreti. In loquendo modesti. In professione devoti. In zelo sobrii. In misericordia non remissi. In otio, non otiosi. And of a peaceable behaviour, desiring to in peace, and unity. And I pray with Bernard, that those whom we lay our hands on, may be. In jubendo discreti. In Loquendo Modesti. In profession devoti. In Zeal sobrii. In misericordia non remissi. In otio, non otiosi. cc pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp p-acp n1, cc n1. cc pns11 vvb p-acp np1, cst d ro-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 a-acp, vmb vbi. p-acp fw-la fw-la. p-acp fw-la fw-la. p-acp n1 fw-la. p-acp fw-la fw-la. p-acp fw-la fw-fr fw-fr. p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (9) part (DIV2) 218 Page 41
331 Et qui Ecclesiis non spolient, sed emendent. That in their judgements they be sound. In their commands discreet. In their speeches modest. In their professions devout. In their zeal sober. Et qui Ecclesiis non spolient, sed emendent. That in their Judgments they be found. In their commands discreet. In their Speeches modest. In their professions devout. In their zeal Sobrium. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1, fw-la fw-la. cst p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vbb j. p-acp po32 n2 j. p-acp po32 n2 j. p-acp po32 n2 j. p-acp po32 n1 j. (9) part (DIV2) 219 Page 41
332 In mercy and compassion not carelesse. In their recreations not vain and idle, but may be such, as shall not hurt, In mercy and compassion not careless. In their recreations not vain and idle, but may be such, as shall not hurt, p-acp n1 cc n1 xx j. p-acp po32 n2 xx j cc j, cc-acp vmb vbi d, c-acp vmb xx vvi, (9) part (DIV2) 219 Page 41
333 but help the Church of Christ. And then this Separate me, will advance Gods glory, and our comfort. but help the Church of christ. And then this Separate me, will advance God's glory, and our Comfort. cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. cc av d j pno11, vmb vvi npg1 n1, cc po12 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 219 Page 41
334 One word more to you my brethren and my self. First, Let us pray for them. One word more to you my brothers and my self. First, Let us pray for them. crd n1 av-dc p-acp pn22 po11 n2 cc po11 n1. ord, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp pno32. (9) part (DIV2) 221 Page 42
335 Secondly, Let us praise God for them, that in these d stracting and discouraging times, he hath inclined their hearts unto this work. Secondly, Let us praise God for them, that in these worser stracting and discouraging times, he hath inclined their hearts unto this work. ord, vvb pno12 vvi np1 p-acp pno32, cst p-acp d n2 vvg cc vvg n2, pns31 vhz vvn po32 n2 p-acp d n1. (9) part (DIV2) 223 Page 42
336 Thirdly, Let us prize them, as fellow labourers with us, and esteem them highly for their work with us. Thirdly, Let us prize them, as fellow labourers with us, and esteem them highly for their work with us. ord, vvb pno12 vvi pno32, c-acp n1 n2 p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno32 av-j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno12. (9) part (DIV2) 224 Page 42
337 Fourthly, Let us press them forward, to this weighty work, and that 1 By our president. 2 By our pattern. 3 By our practice. 4 By our painfulness, by which they may bee incouraged with all alacrity and chearfulnesse. Fourthly, Let us press them forward, to this weighty work, and that 1 By our president. 2 By our pattern. 3 By our practice. 4 By our painfulness, by which they may be encouraged with all alacrity and cheerfulness. ord, vvb pno12 vvi pno32 av-j, p-acp d j n1, cc d crd p-acp po12 n1. crd p-acp po12 n1. crd p-acp po12 n1. crd p-acp po12 n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (9) part (DIV2) 225 Page 42
338 My second word, is to you my brethren, who are to be separated by us at this time to this great work, on whom we are to lay and our hands, send you forth to the work you are called to. My second word, is to you my brothers, who Are to be separated by us At this time to this great work, on whom we Are to lay and our hands, send you forth to the work you Are called to. po11 ord n1, vbz p-acp pn22 po11 n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cc po12 n2, vvb pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp. (9) part (DIV2) 226 Page 42
339 My word to you is, and it is my errand from Christ to you, that you seriously lay to heart this fourfold consideration. My word to you is, and it is my errand from christ to you, that you seriously lay to heart this fourfold consideration. po11 n1 p-acp pn22 vbz, cc pn31 vbz po11 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 av-j vvd p-acp n1 d j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 227 Page 42
340 First, I pray consider who it is, that calls you forth to this work. My Text tells you, and I tell you, it is hee that will require it, First, I pray Consider who it is, that calls you forth to this work. My Text tells you, and I tell you, it is he that will require it, ord, pns11 vvb vvb r-crq pn31 vbz, cst vvz pn22 av p-acp d n1. po11 n1 vvz pn22, cc pns11 vvb pn22, pn31 vbz pns31 cst vmb vvi pn31, (9) part (DIV2) 228 Page 42
341 and also requite it, if faithfully performed, Dan. 12.3. Mat. 25.21. 1 Cor. 15. last. and also requite it, if faithfully performed, Dan. 12.3. Mathew 25.21. 1 Cor. 15. last. cc av vvi pn31, cs av-j vvn, np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd n1. (9) part (DIV2) 229 Page 43
342 Secondly, consider I pray you, what the work is that you are cull'd, and call'd forth from other persons, Secondly, Consider I pray you, what the work is that you Are culled, and called forth from other Persons, ord, vvb pns11 vvb pn22, q-crq dt n1 vbz cst pn22 vbr vvn, cc vvd av p-acp j-jn n2, (9) part (DIV2) 230 Page 43
343 and from all other imployments to work, and to which we are to send you. and from all other employments to work, and to which we Are to send you. cc p-acp d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn22. (9) part (DIV2) 230 Page 43
344 I have (in part) told you already, and now again further tell you. 1 It is a high work. 2 It is a low work. 3 It is a broad work. 4 It is a long work. 5 It is an inwork. 6 It is an outwork. 7 It is a light work. 8 It is a night work. I have (in part) told you already, and now again further tell you. 1 It is a high work. 2 It is a low work. 3 It is a broad work. 4 It is a long work. 5 It is an inwork. 6 It is an outwork. 7 It is a Light work. 8 It is a night work. pns11 vhb (p-acp n1) vvd pn22 av, cc av av av-jc vvb pn22. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt n1. crd pn31 vbz dt n1. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. crd pn31 vbz dt n1 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 231 Page 43
345 First, It a high work, for it is heaven work, you must fetch your work from heaven, First, It a high work, for it is heaven work, you must fetch your work from heaven, ord, pn31 dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz n1 n1, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp n1, (9) part (DIV2) 232 Page 43
346 as high as heaven, for your work lies in heaven, your Rule, you are to work by is from heaven, the Spirit that must help you in this work, is from heaven, as high as heaven, for your work lies in heaven, your Rule, you Are to work by is from heaven, the Spirit that must help you in this work, is from heaven, c-acp j c-acp n1, p-acp po22 n1 vvz p-acp n1, po22 n1, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp vbz p-acp n1, dt n1 cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp n1, (9) part (DIV2) 232 Page 43
347 and you must fetch all your work from heaven, and that by prayers, tears, reading, meditation, &c. And if the work be too hard for you at any time, you must then send prayers to heaven, to untye that knot, and you must fetch all your work from heaven, and that by Prayers, tears, reading, meditation, etc. And if the work be too hard for you At any time, you must then send Prayers to heaven, to untie that knot, cc pn22 vmb vvi d po22 n1 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp n2, n2, vvg, n1, av cc cs dt n1 vbb av j c-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb av vvi n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n1, (9) part (DIV2) 232 Page 43
348 and to make it easy, and to enable you to do it, according to the mind of Christ. and to make it easy, and to enable you to do it, according to the mind of christ. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cc p-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vdi pn31, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) part (DIV2) 232 Page 44
349 Secondly, This work is a low work, as low as hell, you must fetch, and snatch brands out of the fire of hell, fetch souls out of hell, out of their hellish estate and condition. Secondly, This work is a low work, as low as hell, you must fetch, and snatch brands out of the fire of hell, fetch Souls out of hell, out of their hellish estate and condition. ord, d n1 vbz dt j n1, c-acp j c-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvi n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb n2 av pp-f n1, av pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1. (9) part (DIV2) 233 Page 44
350 Thirdly, This your work is a broad work, a very spatious work; Thirdly, This your work is a broad work, a very spacious work; ord, d po22 n1 vbz dt j n1, dt j j n1; (9) part (DIV2) 234 Page 44
351 it is not confined to this place, or that place, to this soul, or that soul, to this or that sin, to this or that sinner, to this or that Saint. 1 But go teach all nations. 2 Reprove all sin, it is not confined to this place, or that place, to this soul, or that soul, to this or that since, to this or that sinner, to this or that Saint. 1 But go teach all Nations. 2 Reprove all since, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1, cc d n1, p-acp d n1, cc d n1, p-acp d cc d n1, p-acp d cc d n1, p-acp d cc d n1. crd cc-acp vvb vvi d n2. crd vvb d n1, (9) part (DIV2) 234 Page 44
352 and all sinners. 3 Deliver the whole and all the Councell of God. and all Sinners. 3 Deliver the Whole and all the Council of God. cc d n2. crd vvb dt j-jn cc d dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) part (DIV2) 234 Page 44
353 Fourthly, This your work, is a long work, a work that runnes the line of your lives, you are now putting your hand to the plough; Fourthly, This your work, is a long work, a work that runs the line of your lives, you Are now putting your hand to the plough; ord, d po22 n1, vbz dt j n1, dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pn22 vbr av vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n1; (9) part (DIV2) 235 Page 44
354 and you must not look back, your work is so long, as to reach every sinne, and you must not look back, your work is so long, as to reach every sin, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi av, po22 n1 vbz av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, (9) part (DIV2) 235 Page 44
355 and every sinner, and every Saint. and every sinner, and every Saint. cc d n1, cc d n1. (9) part (DIV2) 235 Page 44
356 Fifthly, This your work is inwork, it is heart work, soul work, it is to work upon the mind, the inner man, all parts and powers of the soul, and upon all the affections. Fifthly, This your work is inwork, it is heart work, soul work, it is to work upon the mind, the inner man, all parts and Powers of the soul, and upon all the affections. ord, d po22 n1 vbz n1, pn31 vbz n1 n1, n1 n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n2. (9) part (DIV2) 236 Page 44
357 Sixthly, This your work, is outwork, it is not only a work of conviction, but also of conversion, and outward reformation. Sixthly, This your work, is outwork, it is not only a work of conviction, but also of conversion, and outward Reformation. j, d po22 n1, vbz n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av pp-f n1, cc j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 237 Page 44
358 To wash the hands of sinners, as well as their hearts, Jam. 4.8. the outside as well as the inside of the platter must bee cleansed. To wash the hands of Sinners, as well as their hearts, Jam. 4.8. the outside as well as the inside of the platter must be cleansed. pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 n2, np1 crd. dt n1-an p-acp av c-acp dt n1-an pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. (9) part (DIV2) 238 Page 45
359 Seventhly, This your work is light work, it is to turn men from darkness to light, Act. 26.18. It is a light shining work in the soul, it is a light burning work in the soul. Seventhly, This your work is Light work, it is to turn men from darkness to Light, Act. 26.18. It is a Light shining work in the soul, it is a Light burning work in the soul. crd, d po22 n1 vbz j n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 crd. pn31 vbz dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 239 Page 45
360 It is a work that is a leading light to the soul. It is a work that is a leading Light to the soul. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 240 Page 45
361 Eightly, This your work is night work, it is to work in benighted souls, Eph. 5.18. It is a work about dark souls, it is to bring a candle to dark souls, to flark blind souls, that are in the dark night of sinne and ignorance. Eighth, This your work is night work, it is to work in benighted Souls, Ephesians 5.18. It is a work about dark Souls, it is to bring a candle to dark Souls, to flark blind Souls, that Are in the dark night of sin and ignorance. ord, d po22 n1 vbz n1 n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvn n2, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 j n2, cst vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) part (DIV2) 241 Page 45
362 Thirdly, I beseech you consider your Titles, and walk suitable to them in your places, and the rather for these two respects. Thirdly, I beseech you Consider your Titles, and walk suitable to them in your places, and the rather for these two respects. ord, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb po22 n2, cc vvi j p-acp pno32 p-acp po22 n2, cc dt av-c p-acp d crd n2. (9) part (DIV2) 242 Page 45
363 First, Consider the greatest Princes in the world; have not such high titles of honour, as the poorest faithful Minister of Jesus Christ: As Angels, stars, lights. First, Consider the greatest Princes in the world; have not such high titles of honour, as the Poorest faithful Minister of jesus christ: As Angels, Stars, lights. ord, vvb dt js n2 p-acp dt n1; vhb xx d j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp dt js j n1 pp-f np1 np1: c-acp n2, n2, n2. (9) part (DIV2) 243 Page 45
364 Secondly, Consider, That the greatest in the world, have not so many several titles, and stiles of honour, as a minister of Christ. Secondly, Consider, That the greatest in the world, have not so many several titles, and stile of honour, as a minister of christ. ord, vvb, cst dt js p-acp dt n1, vhb xx av d j n2, cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) part (DIV2) 244 Page 45
365 I cannot stand to enumerate them, you have them in the holy Scriptures, only let it bee your care to live up to them. I cannot stand to enumerate them, you have them in the holy Scriptures, only let it be your care to live up to them. pns11 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, pn22 vhb pno32 p-acp dt j n2, av-j vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno32. (9) part (DIV2) 245 Page 45
366 Fourthly, Consider the exhortation of this Apostle to his beloved Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.12. Fourthly, Consider the exhortation of this Apostle to his Beloved Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.12. ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn np1, crd np1 crd. (9) part (DIV2) 246 Page 46
367 Let no one despise your youth, but be all of you, examples to Beleevers in word, in doctrin, in conversation, in charity, in faith, and in purity. Let no one despise your youth, but be all of you, Examples to Believers in word, in Doctrine, in Conversation, in charity, in faith, and in purity. vvb dx pi vvi po22 n1, cc-acp vbb d pp-f pn22, n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (9) part (DIV2) 247 Page 46
368 And take notice, what the same Apostle saith to the same Timothy, 2 Tim. 2.15. And take notice, what the same Apostle Says to the same Timothy, 2 Tim. 2.15. cc vvb n1, r-crq dt d n1 vvz p-acp dt d np1, crd np1 crd. (9) part (DIV2) 248 Page 46
369 How hee exhorts him to shew himself approved to God, a workman, that need not to be ashamed. How he exhorts him to show himself approved to God, a workman, that need not to be ashamed. c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 vvn p-acp np1, dt n1, cst vvb xx pc-acp vbi j. (9) part (DIV2) 249 Page 46
370 And for that end, I shall onely lay down this one caution, and that is, that you will be diligent in, And for that end, I shall only lay down this one caution, and that is, that you will be diligent in, cc p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi a-acp d crd n1, cc d vbz, cst pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp, (9) part (DIV2) 250 Page 46
371 and about this work, whereunto ye are called, and to which we are to send you. and about this work, whereunto you Are called, and to which we Are to send you. cc p-acp d n1, c-crq pn22 vbr vvn, cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn22. (9) part (DIV2) 250 Page 46
372 And to make up this composition of diligence that it may be such as to shew your selves workmen, that need not to be ashamed And to make up this composition of diligence that it may be such as to show your selves workmen, that need not to be ashamed cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst pn31 vmb vbi d c-acp pc-acp vvi po22 n2 n2, cst vvb xx pc-acp vbi j (9) part (DIV2) 251 Page 46
373 These four ingredients, are to be put into it. 1 Studiousness. 2 Sincerenesse. 3 Seriousnesse. 4 Speedinesse. First, You must be studious: These four ingredients, Are to be put into it. 1 Studiousness. 2 Sincereness. 3 Seriousness. 4 Speediness. First, You must be studious: d crd n2, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. crd n1. crd n1. crd n1. crd n1. ord, pn22 vmb vbi j: (9) part (DIV2) 252 Page 46
374 In this diligence study is attended, for no good work can be well done, without study. In this diligence study is attended, for no good work can be well done, without study. p-acp d n1 n1 vbz vvn, c-acp dx j n1 vmb vbi av vdn, p-acp n1. (9) part (DIV2) 253 Page 46
375 You cannot pray well, without study nor can you preach well without study; study is the labour of the mind, and we must bee intent upon it. You cannot pray well, without study nor can you preach well without study; study is the labour of the mind, and we must be intent upon it. pn22 vmbx vvi av, p-acp n1 ccx vmb pn22 vvi av p-acp n1; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns12 vmb vbi n1 p-acp pn31. (9) part (DIV2) 254 Page 47
376 Idlenesse is not allowed to any, no not to the greatest personages. Quo major sum, magis laboro, was the saying once of a great man. Idleness is not allowed to any, no not to the greatest Personages. Quo Major sum, magis laboro, was the saying once of a great man. n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d, uh-dx xx p-acp dt js n2. fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la, vbds dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 255 Page 47
377 The greater the person, the greater his study, care, and pains for the publike good. He that will not work in the vineyard, must not look for his peny. The greater the person, the greater his study, care, and pains for the public good. He that will not work in the vineyard, must not look for his penny. dt jc dt n1, dt jc po31 n1, n1, cc n2 p-acp dt j j. pns31 cst vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 257 Page 47
378 And it must be our own work, our own study, our own labor: we are called to labor, not to loiter. And it must be our own work, our own study, our own labour: we Are called to labour, not to loiter. cc pn31 vmb vbi po12 d n1, po12 d n1, po12 d n1: pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi. (9) part (DIV2) 259 Page 47
379 We must not live upon the sweat of other mens diligence and labor; not upon their work, but our own. We must not live upon the sweat of other men's diligence and labour; not upon their work, but our own. pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n1 cc n1; xx p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp po12 d. (9) part (DIV2) 260 Page 47
380 It is not diligence to have a great study of books, but to have a great book full of study. It is not diligence to have a great study of books, but to have a great book full of study. pn31 vbz xx n1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp pc-acp vhi dt j n1 j pp-f n1. (9) part (DIV2) 261 Page 47
381 Our best Library is in heaven, and if we trust onely to a full study of Books, Our best Library is in heaven, and if we trust only to a full study of Books, po12 js n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (9) part (DIV2) 262 Page 47
382 and rest upon the labors of others, done to our hands: and rest upon the labors of Others, done to our hands: cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, vdn p-acp po12 n2: (9) part (DIV2) 262 Page 47
383 this is not diligence, nor study nor labor, nor the work we are called forth unto: this is not diligence, nor study nor labour, nor the work we Are called forth unto: d vbz xx n1, ccx n1 ccx n1, ccx dt n1 pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp: (9) part (DIV2) 262 Page 47
384 But we shall prove, like the Drone in the Hive, or like the Bird, that made her self fair with the feathers stolen from other Birds, that were none of her own. But we shall prove, like the Drone in the Hive, or like the Bird, that made her self fair with the Feathers stolen from other Birds, that were none of her own. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av-j dt n1, cst vvd po31 n1 j p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cst vbdr pix pp-f po31 d. (9) part (DIV2) 262 Page 48
385 Gods Ministers may go into their study, as to a Garden, and here and there gather a flower, to sweeten and beautifie their work, God's Ministers may go into their study, as to a Garden, and Here and there gather a flower, to sweeten and beautify their work, npg1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc av cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1, (9) part (DIV2) 263 Page 48
386 and for spiritual advantage to their people. and for spiritual advantage to their people. cc p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 263 Page 48
387 But for any to spend precious time idlely, or in impertinent worldly occasions, till the latter end of the week, But for any to spend precious time idly, or in impertinent worldly occasions, till the latter end of the Week, cc-acp p-acp d pc-acp vvi j n1 av-j, cc p-acp j j n2, c-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) part (DIV2) 264 Page 48
388 and then huddle up some notes, out of other mens works, and get these into his hand; and then huddle up Some notes, out of other men's works, and get these into his hand; cc av n1 p-acp d n2, av pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, cc vvi d p-acp po31 n1; (9) part (DIV2) 264 Page 48
389 but neither into head, or heart; into his book, but not into his bosom: but neither into head, or heart; into his book, but not into his bosom: cc-acp av-dx p-acp n1, cc n1; p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp xx p-acp po31 n1: (9) part (DIV2) 264 Page 48
390 this is not diligence or study, or to shew our selves workmen, that need not be ashamed. A second Ingredient is sincereness: this is not diligence or study, or to show our selves workmen, that need not be ashamed. A second Ingredient is sincereness: d vbz xx n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 n2, cst vvb xx vbi j. dt ord n1 vbz n1: (9) part (DIV2) 264 Page 48
391 In this diligence there must be sincerity. In this diligence there must be sincerity. p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi n1. (9) part (DIV2) 265 Page 48
392 It must fetch life from love, and our diligence in this work must be drawn from warm affections, to our peoples spiritual advantage. It must fetch life from love, and our diligence in this work must be drawn from warm affections, to our peoples spiritual advantage. pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp po12 ng1 j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 265 Page 48
393 All the negligence that ever accompanies this calling, is through want of love, and sincere affections to the salvation of the souls of our people. Lacrimae auditorum Laudes tuae sint. All the negligence that ever Accompanies this calling, is through want of love, and sincere affections to the salvation of the Souls of our people. Lacrimae auditorum Laudes tuae sint. d dt n1 cst av vvz d n-vvg, vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (9) part (DIV2) 266 Page 48
394 Their tears should be our greatest praise. Their tears should be our greatest praise. po32 n2 vmd vbi po12 js n1. (9) part (DIV2) 267 Page 48
395 We should endeavor with Peter, to prick our people at the heart, and make them glad to cry out, What shall we do? Acts 2.37. A third Ingredient to this diligence, is Seriousness: We should endeavour with Peter, to prick our people At the heart, and make them glad to cry out, What shall we do? Acts 2.37. A third Ingredient to this diligence, is Seriousness: pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno32 av-j pc-acp vvi av, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? vvz crd. dt ord n1 p-acp d n1, vbz n1: (9) part (DIV2) 268 Page 49
396 Diligence in this work is seriousness in it. Diligence in this work is seriousness in it. n1 p-acp d n1 vbz n1 p-acp pn31. (9) part (DIV2) 269 Page 49
397 And that in three things, 1. In looking up. 2. In looking in. 3. In looking out. First, In looking up; And that in three things, 1. In looking up. 2. In looking in. 3. In looking out. First, In looking up; cc cst p-acp crd n2, crd p-acp vvg a-acp. crd p-acp vvg p-acp. crd p-acp vvg av. ord, p-acp vvg a-acp; (9) part (DIV2) 270 Page 49
398 and that to God, Psal. 121.1, 2. I will lift up my eyes unto the hills, from whence comes my help: and that to God, Psalm 121.1, 2. I will lift up my eyes unto the hills, from whence comes my help: cc cst p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n2, p-acp q-crq vvz po11 n1: (9) part (DIV2) 271 Page 49
399 my help cometh from the Lord. my help comes from the Lord. po11 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 271 Page 49
400 Gods Ministers must be serious in this work, in making out unto Christ, and in looking up unto him for help, beginning and ending all their work with Christ. God's Ministers must be serious in this work, in making out unto christ, and in looking up unto him for help, beginning and ending all their work with christ. npg1 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg av p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, n1 cc vvg d po32 n1 p-acp np1. (9) part (DIV2) 272 Page 49
401 Christ must be the Alpha, to begin it; and the Omega, to end it. They must begin and end with a Deus adsit, Christ still present. christ must be the Alpha, to begin it; and the Omega, to end it. They must begin and end with a Deus Adsit, christ still present. np1 vmb vbi dt np1, pc-acp vvi pn31; cc dt np1, pc-acp vvi pn31. pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt fw-la fw-la, np1 av j. (9) part (DIV2) 273 Page 49
402 Secondly, They must seriously look in; that is, into their own hearts. Secondly, They must seriously look in; that is, into their own hearts. ord, pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp; d vbz, p-acp po32 d n2. (9) part (DIV2) 275 Page 49
403 This is diligence indeed, and with a sweet witness, when the Ministers of Christ are serious in bringing their own hearts into conformity to those saving truths they hold forth to others. This is diligence indeed, and with a sweet witness, when the Ministers of christ Are serious in bringing their own hearts into conformity to those Saving truths they hold forth to Others. d vbz n1 av, cc p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j p-acp vvg po32 d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2 pns32 vvb av p-acp n2-jn. (9) part (DIV2) 276 Page 49
404 Vocem Virtutis dabis si quod suades prius tibi cognosceris persuasisse. Vocem Virtue Dabis si quod suades prius tibi cognosceris persuasisse. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (9) part (DIV2) 277 Page 50
405 Bernard Thou shalt make the Word become effectual, if what thou perswadest and exhortest others unto, thou knowest thou hast first perswaded thy own heart to it. Bernard Thou shalt make the Word become effectual, if what thou persuadest and exhortest Others unto, thou Knowest thou hast First persuaded thy own heart to it. np1 pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 vvb j, cs r-crq pns21 vv2 cc js n2-jn p-acp, pns21 vv2 pns21 vh2 ord vvd po21 d n1 p-acp pn31. (9) part (DIV2) 277 Page 50
406 Si me vis flere dolendum est prius: Si me vis flere dolendum est prius: fw-mi pno11 fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (9) part (DIV2) 278 Page 50
407 If thou wouldst have others mourn for sin, thou must first begin thy self that cup unto them. If thou Wouldst have Others mourn for since, thou must First begin thy self that cup unto them. cs pns21 vmd2 vhi n2-jn vvb p-acp n1, pns21 vmb ord vvb po21 n1 cst n1 p-acp pno32. (9) part (DIV2) 278 Page 50
408 If thou wouldst be a curb to others, thou must first bridle thy own corruptions. If thou Wouldst be a curb to Others, thou must First bridle thy own corruptions. cs pns21 vmd2 vbi dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns21 vmb ord vvb po21 d n2. (9) part (DIV2) 279 Page 50
409 Validior est vox operis, quam oris, The voyce of works is of more force than that of words. Validior est vox operis, quam oris, The voice of works is of more force than that of words. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz pp-f dc n1 cs d pp-f n2. (9) part (DIV2) 280 Page 50
410 It is a foul incongruity, when words and works do not agree, especially in a Minister of the Gospel. It is a foul incongruity, when words and works do not agree, especially in a Minister of the Gospel. pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq n2 cc n2 vdb xx vvi, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 281 Page 50
411 Gregory Nazianzen saith to a Minister, NONLATINALPHABET, Either teach me not at all, or let thy holy life teach me. Gregory Nazianzen Says to a Minister,, Either teach me not At all, or let thy holy life teach me. np1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1,, av-d vvb pno11 xx p-acp d, cc vvb po21 j n1 vvb pno11. (9) part (DIV2) 282 Page 50
412 I shall therefore send you, therefore Brethren, to a pattern for your and my imitation. I shall Therefore send you, Therefore Brothers, to a pattern for your and my imitation. pns11 vmb av vvi pn22, av n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 cc po11 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 283 Page 50
413 I shall spare to speak of any here present, although (it may be) I might: I shall spare to speak of any Here present, although (it may be) I might: pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f d av j, cs (pn31 vmb vbi) pns11 vmd: (9) part (DIV2) 284 Page 50
414 But I shall give you a relation, as I had it from a Religious Gentlewoman, one in my own Parish, But I shall give you a Relation, as I had it from a Religious Gentlewoman, one in my own Parish, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhd pn31 p-acp dt j n1, pi p-acp po11 d n1, (9) part (DIV2) 284 Page 50
415 Concerning Mr. Samuel Hildersham of Welch-felton, in this County of Salop, who is said first to do, and then to say; Concerning Mr. Samuel Hildersham of Welch-felton, in this County of Salop, who is said First to do, and then to say; vvg n1 np1 np1 pp-f j, p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn ord pc-acp vdi, cc av pc-acp vvi; (9) part (DIV2) 285 Page 51
416 first •ea•s the Roll, brings his Precepts to others, into his own practice; learns others, by his own religious life and conversation. First •ea•s the Roll, brings his Precepts to Others, into his own practice; learns Others, by his own religious life and Conversation. ord vbds dt n1, vvz po31 n2 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp po31 d n1; vvz n2-jn, p-acp po31 d j n1 cc n1. (9) part (DIV2) 285 Page 51
417 This relation, since I heard it, hath been often working upon my spirits, and I hope not in vain to my self, nor to others. This Relation, since I herd it, hath been often working upon my spirits, and I hope not in vain to my self, nor to Others. d n1, c-acp pns11 vvd pn31, vhz vbn av vvg p-acp po11 n2, cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp j p-acp po11 n1, ccx pc-acp n2-jn. (9) part (DIV2) 286 Page 51
418 It cannot be supposed, or once suspected, that this should be a speech of flattery; for I know not the flattering stile, nor dare I, or will I flatter any. It cannot be supposed, or once suspected, that this should be a speech of flattery; for I know not the flattering style, nor Dare I, or will I flatter any. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cc a-acp vvn, cst d vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f n1; c-acp pns11 vvb xx dt j-vvg n1, ccx vvb pns11, cc vmb pns11 vvi d. (9) part (DIV2) 287 Page 51
419 But that I may give you, my self, and others of my Brethren, incouragements to take up such Presidents for our imitation. But that I may give you, my self, and Others of my Brothers, encouragements to take up such Presidents for our imitation. p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi pn22, po11 n1, cc n2-jn pp-f po11 n2, n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 p-acp po12 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 288 Page 51
420 Thirdly, There must be a serious looking out to the state and condition of our people, to know how it is, and what it is: Thirdly, There must be a serious looking out to the state and condition of our people, to know how it is, and what it is: ord, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j vvg av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vbz, cc r-crq pn31 vbz: (9) part (DIV2) 289 Page 51
421 we are to watch their souls, Heb. 13.17. 1 Pet. 5.21. Acts 20.28. And accordingly apply and suit our labors for their good. 1 The fourth Ingredient to this diligence, is speediness: we Are to watch their Souls, Hebrew 13.17. 1 Pet. 5.21. Acts 20.28. And accordingly apply and suit our labors for their good. 1 The fourth Ingredient to this diligence, is speediness: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n2, np1 crd. crd np1 crd. vvz crd. cc av-vvg vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp po32 j. crd dt ord n1 p-acp d n1, vbz n1: (9) part (DIV2) 289 Page 51
422 The diligent are full of Celerity and Alacrity, 1 Pet. 5.2. with willing mindes. And the rather, 1. Propter Temporis brevitatom; The diligent Are full of Celerity and Alacrity, 1 Pet. 5.2. with willing minds. And the rather, 1. Propter Temporis brevitatom; dt j vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp j n2. cc dt av-c, crd fw-la fw-la n1; (9) part (DIV2) 290 Page 51
423 for, and from the shortness of the time we have to work. 2. Propter operis bonitatem; for, and from the shortness of the time we have to work. 2. Propter operis bonitatem; p-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la; (9) part (DIV2) 292 Page 51
424 the work is a good work we are about. 3. Propter muneris quantitatem; the reward will be great for our work, Dan. 12.3. Gal. 6.10. This is all I have to say unto you, my Brethren, who are to be separated for this work, whereunto ye are called. the work is a good work we Are about. 3. Propter muneris quantitatem; the reward will be great for our work, Dan. 12.3. Gal. 6.10. This is all I have to say unto you, my Brothers, who Are to be separated for this work, whereunto you Are called. dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pns12 vbr a-acp. crd fw-la fw-la fw-la; dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. d vbz d pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, po11 n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, c-crq pn22 vbr vvn. (9) part (DIV2) 293 Page 52
425 I leave the rest to a Reverend Brother, who hath a word of Exhortation for you by and by. I leave the rest to a Reverend Brother, who hath a word of Exhortation for you by and by. pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn n1, r-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp cc p-acp. (9) part (DIV2) 296 Page 52
426 My third and last word and errand, is to you Christian friends, who are this day our Auditors and Spectators, of the work and business we are come about. My third and last word and errand, is to you Christian Friends, who Are this day our Auditors and Spectators, of the work and business we Are come about. po11 ord cc ord n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp pn22 np1 n2, r-crq vbr d n1 po12 n2 cc n2, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pns12 vbr vvn a-acp. (9) part (DIV2) 297 Page 52
427 I have a few petitions to put up unto you, in the behalf of these our Brethren, I have a few petitions to put up unto you, in the behalf of these our Brothers, pns11 vhb dt d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2, (9) part (DIV2) 298 Page 52
428 and of our selves, that are workers together with Christ, in the great business of your souls salvation. 1. I beseech you pray for them and us. 2. Praise them and us. 3. Praise God for them and us. 4. Prize them and us, 5. Pitty them and us. 6. Practise them and us. 7. Pay them and us. and of our selves, that Are workers together with christ, in the great business of your Souls salvation. 1. I beseech you pray for them and us. 2. Praise them and us. 3. Praise God for them and us. 4. Prize them and us, 5. Pity them and us. 6. practice them and us. 7. Pay them and us. cc pp-f po12 n2, cst vbr n2 av p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2 n1. crd pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pno32 cc pno12. crd n1 pno32 cc pno12. crd n1 np1 p-acp pno32 cc pno12. crd n1 pno32 cc pno12, crd n1 pno32 cc pno12. crd n1 pno32 cc pno12. crd n1 pno32 cc pno12. (9) part (DIV2) 298 Page 52
429 First, I beseech you pray for them and us, and for the increase of faithful Ministers, that their number may bee increased, First, I beseech you pray for them and us, and for the increase of faithful Ministers, that their number may be increased, ord, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pno32 cc pno12, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn, (9) part (DIV2) 299 Page 53
430 and continued, Mat. 9. ult. 2 Thes. 3.1, 2. Ah dear Christians, we all pray for you, nay, the Lord forbid that wee should ever cease to pray for you, 1 Sam. 12.23. and continued, Mathew 9. ult. 2 Thebes 3.1, 2. Ah dear Christians, we all pray for you, nay, the Lord forbid that we should ever cease to pray for you, 1 Sam. 12.23. cc vvd, np1 crd n1. crd np1 crd, crd uh j-jn np1, pns12 d vvb p-acp pn22, uh-x, dt n1 vvb cst pns12 vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, crd np1 crd. (9) part (DIV2) 299 Page 53
431 Therefore pray for them and us: Therefore pray for them and us: av vvb p-acp pno32 cc pno12: (9) part (DIV2) 301 Page 53
432 alas, all the unfruitfulness of your hearts under all our toil and travel in our Ministery, is because you do not pray for us: alas, all the unfruitfulness of your hearts under all our toil and travel in our Ministry, is Because you do not pray for us: uh, d dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp d po12 n1 cc vvi p-acp po12 n1, vbz c-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno12: (9) part (DIV2) 301 Page 53
433 you do not pray for your Ministers, that their work might warm your hearts, and make it saving for your salvation. you do not pray for your Ministers, that their work might warm your hearts, and make it Saving for your salvation. pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp po22 n2, cst po32 n1 vmd vvi po22 n2, cc vvi pn31 vvg p-acp po22 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 301 Page 53
434 Secondly, I desire you, praise them, and us: I tell you Christians, that Gods Ministers do deserve from you their due commendation. Secondly, I desire you, praise them, and us: I tell you Christians, that God's Ministers do deserve from you their due commendation. ord, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb pno32, cc pno12: pns11 vvb pn22 np1, cst npg1 n2 vdb vvi p-acp pn22 po32 j-jn n1. (9) part (DIV2) 302 Page 53
435 All the incouragements that you are able to give them, is little enough to hold up their spirits, in this weighty work. All the encouragements that you Are able to give them, is little enough to hold up their spirits, in this weighty work. d dt n2 cst pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32, vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, p-acp d j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 303 Page 53
436 You will incourage the creature, or a servant, or a child, when they do well, and will you not do it to a Minister? You will encourage the creature, or a servant, or a child, when they do well, and will you not do it to a Minister? pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, c-crq pns32 vdb av, cc vmb pn22 xx vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1? (9) part (DIV2) 304 Page 53
437 Oh! do not vilify them, nor blemish them with reproaches. Oh! do not vilify them, nor blemish them with Reproaches. uh vdb xx vvi pno32, ccx vvi pno32 p-acp n2. (9) part (DIV2) 305 Page 53
438 Constantine the great, was wont to say, That the failings of a Minister should be covered from the knowledge of others, Constantine the great, was wont to say, That the failings of a Minister should be covered from the knowledge of Others, np1 dt j, vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (9) part (DIV2) 306 Page 53
439 and himself would rather cover them with his Purple Robe, than have them known. Thirdly, Praise God for them, and us; and himself would rather cover them with his Purple Robe, than have them known. Thirdly, Praise God for them, and us; cc px31 vmd av-c vvi pno32 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cs vhb pno32 vvn. ord, vvb np1 p-acp pno32, cc pno12; (9) part (DIV2) 306 Page 54
440 this is my next request, praise God, that he is pleased to hold up a Gospel-ministery amongst us, by his daily calling in of labourers into his Harvest, Matth. 9. last verse. this is my next request, praise God, that he is pleased to hold up a Gospel ministry among us, by his daily calling in of labourers into his Harvest, Matthew 9. last verse. d vbz po11 ord n1, n1 np1, cst pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 j n-vvg p-acp pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd n1 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 307 Page 54
441 Fourthly, I beg of you, that you will prize them and us, and that for our work sake, 1 Tim. 4.17. Oh! How beautifull, should the feet be of those that bring glad tydings! Fourthly, I beg of you, that you will prize them and us, and that for our work sake, 1 Tim. 4.17. Oh! How beautiful, should the feet be of those that bring glad tidings! ord, pns11 vvb pp-f pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32 cc pno12, cc cst p-acp po12 n1 n1, crd np1 crd. uh q-crq j, vmd dt n2 vbb pp-f d cst vvb j n2! (9) part (DIV2) 308 Page 54
442 And those who labour in the word, and doctrin, are worthy of double honour, saith our Apostle. And those who labour in the word, and Doctrine, Are worthy of double honour, Says our Apostle. cc d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, cc n1, vbr j pp-f j-jn n1, vvz po12 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 309 Page 54
443 Oh! Do not undervalue them, those who are the Ministers of Jesus Christ, nor do you account them, Oh! Do not undervalue them, those who Are the Ministers of jesus christ, nor do you account them, uh vdb xx vvi pno32, d r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, ccx vdb pn22 vvi pno32, (9) part (DIV2) 310 Page 54
444 NONLATINALPHABET. The offals and off-scourings of the world. Fifthly, I intreat you pitty them, and us; . The offals and Offscourings of the world. Fifthly, I entreat you pity them, and us; . dt n2 cc j pp-f dt n1. ord, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno32, cc pno12; (9) part (DIV2) 311 Page 54
445 I tell you Christian friends, that none in the world should have such a plentiful portion of your pitty, I tell you Christian Friends, that none in the world should have such a plentiful portion of your pity, pns11 vvb pn22 np1 n2, cst pix p-acp dt n1 vmd vhi d dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1, (9) part (DIV2) 312 Page 54
446 as the Ministers of Jesus Christ. as the Ministers of jesus christ. c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1. (9) part (DIV2) 312 Page 54
447 Especially if you would but seriously lay to heart these four things. 1 Their great care, they are daily in. 2 Their great cost, daily at 3 Their great account they must give. Especially if you would but seriously lay to heart these four things. 1 Their great care, they Are daily in. 2 Their great cost, daily At 3 Their great account they must give. av-j cs pn22 vmd cc-acp av-j vvd p-acp n1 d crd n2. vvd po32 j n1, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp. crd po32 j n1, av-j p-acp crd po32 j n1 pns32 vmb vvi. (9) part (DIV2) 313 Page 54
448 4 Their great contempt they lye continually open to. But I cannot stand upon these things; 4 Their great contempt they lie continually open to. But I cannot stand upon these things; crd po32 j n1 pns32 vvb av-j j p-acp. cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp d n2; (9) part (DIV2) 313 Page 55
449 onely let me tell you, what Chrysostome saith, that their care, cost, count, and contempt is such, that the Angels themselves would tremble for to undergo their burden, so great it is. only let me tell you, what Chrysostom Says, that their care, cost, count, and contempt is such, that the Angels themselves would tremble for to undergo their burden, so great it is. av-j vvb pno11 vvi pn22, r-crq np1 vvz, cst po32 n1, n1, vvb, cc n1 vbz d, cst dt n2 px32 vmd vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1, av j pn31 vbz. (9) part (DIV2) 314 Page 55
450 Sixthly, I earnestly crave, that you will practise them and us, I mean, theirs and our preaching: Sixthly, I earnestly crave, that you will practise them and us, I mean, theirs and our preaching: j, pns11 av-j vvb, cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32 cc pno12, pns11 vvb, png32 cc po12 vvg: (9) part (DIV2) 315 Page 55
451 It is the Apostles advice, Heb. 13.17. that ye obey them, that rule over you in the Lord, as those that must give an account. It is the Apostles Advice, Hebrew 13.17. that you obey them, that Rule over you in the Lord, as those that must give an account. pn31 vbz dt np1 n1, np1 crd. cst pn22 vvb pno32, cst n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, c-acp d cst vmb vvi dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 315 Page 55
452 I beseech you, let not your fancies, sit above your judgements, but let your judgements guide your opinions, I beseech you, let not your fancies, fit above your Judgments, but let your Judgments guide your opinions, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb xx po22 n2, vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc-acp vvb po22 n2 vvb po22 n2, (9) part (DIV2) 316 Page 55
453 and let your opinions, being guided by some judgement, lead your zeal, if not, you walk preposterously in all duties of Religion. and let your opinions, being guided by Some judgement, led your zeal, if not, you walk preposterously in all duties of Religion. cc vvb po22 n2, vbg vvn p-acp d n1, vvb po22 n1, cs xx, pn22 vvb av-j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. (9) part (DIV2) 316 Page 55
454 Oh! Hence it is, that the spiritual yoke of obedience, and practice, is cast off to all Gospel Ministery, Oh! Hence it is, that the spiritual yoke of Obedience, and practice, is cast off to all Gospel Ministry, uh av pn31 vbz, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 n1, (9) part (DIV2) 317 Page 55
455 and so many live above our ministery, and some below our ministery. and so many live above our Ministry, and Some below our Ministry. cc av d vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc d p-acp po12 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 317 Page 55
456 Some above our Ministery, even above that Ministery that begot them, if ever they were spiritually begotten, and born of God. some above our Ministry, even above that Ministry that begotten them, if ever they were spiritually begotten, and born of God. d p-acp po12 n1, av p-acp d n1 cst vvd pno32, cs av pns32 vbdr av-j vvn, cc vvn pp-f np1. (9) part (DIV2) 318 Page 55
457 And if it bee vile for a child to contemn the natural father of his body: oh! And if it be vile for a child to contemn the natural father of his body: o! cc cs pn31 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1: uh! (9) part (DIV2) 319 Page 56
458 how much more vile is it, in the sight of God, for any to revile, and contemn, the spiritual fathers of their souls, 1 Cor. 9.2. how much more vile is it, in the sighed of God, for any to revile, and contemn, the spiritual Father's of their Souls, 1 Cor. 9.2. c-crq av-d av-dc j vbz pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, crd np1 crd. (9) part (DIV2) 319 Page 56
459 Alexander the great, a Heathen Emperor, was wont to say, That he was more beholding unto Aristotle his Master, than to Philip his Father: Alexander the great, a Heathen Emperor, was wont to say, That he was more beholding unto Aristotle his Master, than to Philip his Father: np1 dt j, dt j-jn n1, vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vbds av-dc vvg p-acp np1 po31 n1, cs p-acp np1 po31 n1: (9) part (DIV2) 320 Page 56
460 for hee had but his being from his Father, but his well-being from his Master. for he had but his being from his Father, but his well-being from his Master. c-acp pns31 vhd p-acp po31 vbg p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 320 Page 56
461 Hence it is, that wee have so many new Ruptures, bred in the bowels of the Church, which are indeed, Hence it is, that we have so many new Ruptures, bred in the bowels of the Church, which Are indeed, av pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vhb av d j n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr av, (9) part (DIV2) 321 Page 56
462 but the grey hairs of old errors, which long since were worm-eaten, and dusted with antiquity. but the gray hairs of old errors, which long since were Worm-eaten, and dusted with antiquity. cc-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq av-j a-acp vbdr j, cc vvn p-acp n1. (9) part (DIV2) 321 Page 56
463 And now taking the advantage of liberty of conscience, and the allowance of that tolleration, which was onely intended for tender consciences, have new brusht up their old erronious Tenents, And now taking the advantage of liberty of conscience, and the allowance of that toleration, which was only intended for tender Consciences, have new brushed up their old erroneous Tenants, cc av vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp j n2, vhb av-j vvd a-acp po32 j j n2, (9) part (DIV2) 322 Page 56
464 and put fair flourishing, and hypocritical colours upon them: and put fair flourishing, and hypocritical colours upon them: cc vvd j j-vvg, cc j n2 p-acp pno32: (9) part (DIV2) 322 Page 56
465 And these now fly abroad in the eyes of some of our people by which many of them, are almost blinded, And these now fly abroad in the eyes of Some of our people by which many of them, Are almost blinded, cc d av vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d pp-f po12 n1 p-acp r-crq d pp-f pno32, vbr av vvn, (9) part (DIV2) 322 Page 56
466 and wilfully refuse to see the truth. I beseech you therefore deer Christians, take heed of these: and wilfully refuse to see the truth. I beseech you Therefore deer Christians, take heed of these: cc av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1. pns11 vvb pn22 av n1 np1, vvb n1 pp-f d: (9) part (DIV2) 322 Page 56
467 and resolve to practice the preachings of your faithful ministers: oh be not like Israel, loathers of your spirituall manna. and resolve to practice the preachings of your faithful Ministers: o be not like Israel, loathers of your spiritual manna. cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f po22 j n2: uh vbi xx j np1, n2 pp-f po22 j n1. (9) part (DIV2) 323 Page 56
468 Harbour not nice appetites, nor coy, and curious stomacks: Harbour not Nicaenae appetites, nor coy, and curious stomachs: vvb xx j n2, ccx j, cc j n2: (9) part (DIV2) 324 Page 57
469 some are so dainty, that hardly one of a thousand, can long please them, or any dainty dish, long relish with them. Some Are so dainty, that hardly one of a thousand, can long please them, or any dainty dish, long relish with them. d vbr av j, cst av crd pp-f dt crd, vmb av-j vvi pno32, cc d j n1, j n1 p-acp pno32. (9) part (DIV2) 324 Page 57
470 I remember I was once, at a Bishops table in this land at dinner; I Remember I was once, At a Bishops table in this land At dinner; pns11 vvb pns11 vbds a-acp, p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; (9) part (DIV2) 325 Page 57
471 and I heard him call for brown bread, and said his stomack was grown wanton, he knew not what to eat, he was well, but his stomack was wanton. and I herd him call for brown bred, and said his stomach was grown wanton, he knew not what to eat, he was well, but his stomach was wanton. cc pns11 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvd po31 n1 vbds vvn j-jn, pns31 vvd xx r-crq pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbds av, cc-acp po31 n1 vbds j-jn. (9) part (DIV2) 325 Page 57
472 So we have many, whose spiritual appetites and stomacks are grown wanton, they are well and have good spiritual food, So we have many, whose spiritual appetites and stomachs Are grown wanton, they Are well and have good spiritual food, av pns12 vhb d, rg-crq j n2 cc n2 vbr vvn j-jn, pns32 vbr av cc vhb j j n1, (9) part (DIV2) 326 Page 57
473 but their stomacks are grown wanton but their stomachs Are grown wanton cc-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn j-jn (9) part (DIV2) 326 Page 57
474 Nay, in the time that I can remember, and since I have been a Minister of Christ, Gods people have thought themselves happy in the enjoyment of far shorter spiritual commons, Nay, in the time that I can Remember, and since I have been a Minister of christ, God's people have Thought themselves happy in the enjoyment of Far shorter spiritual commons, uh, p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi, cc c-acp pns11 vhb vbn dt n1 pp-f np1, npg1 n1 vhb vvn px32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f av-j jc j n2, (9) part (DIV2) 327 Page 57
475 and fared well, and were fat, and well-liking, with far less than we now injoy, and with courser dyet, and yet were truely thankful. and fared well, and were fat, and well-liking, with Far less than we now enjoy, and with courser diet, and yet were truly thankful. cc vvd av, cc vbdr j, cc j, p-acp av-j av-dc cs pns12 av vvi, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc av vbdr av-j j. (9) part (DIV2) 327 Page 57
476 Seventhly, and Lastly, I pray you pay them and us; this is my last Request, and I fear will be the least regarded: Seventhly, and Lastly, I pray you pay them and us; this is my last Request, and I Fear will be the least regarded: crd, cc ord, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno32 cc pno12; d vbz po11 ord n1, cc pns11 vvb vmb vbi dt av-ds vvn: (9) part (DIV2) 328 Page 57
477 yet the laborer is worthy of his wages, and the mouth of the Oxe that treadeth out the corn, should not be muzled. yet the laborer is worthy of his wages, and the Mouth of the Ox that treadeth out the corn, should not be muzzled. av dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz av dt n1, vmd xx vbi vvn. (9) part (DIV2) 328 Page 57
478 But if a Minister of Christ do but look for that maintenance, which the Law of God, But if a Minister of christ do but look for that maintenance, which the Law of God, cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp cst n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) part (DIV2) 329 Page 58
479 and of Nature, and Nations, do allow him for his work, Oh then, and not till then, The Hubbub is up in the mouth of the multitude, Away with him, he is but Mercinary, and a hireling. and of Nature, and nations, do allow him for his work, O then, and not till then, The Hubbub is up in the Mouth of the multitude, Away with him, he is but Mercenary, and a hireling. cc pp-f n1, cc n2, vdb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, uh av, cc xx c-acp av, dt n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz p-acp j-jn, cc dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 329 Page 58
480 All their work is for gain, for Tythes and Tenths, and for nothing else, this is that they work for. All their work is for gain, for Tithes and Tenths, and for nothing Else, this is that they work for. d po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, c-acp n2 cc ord, cc p-acp pix av, d vbz d pns32 vvb p-acp. (9) part (DIV2) 330 Page 58
481 I beseech you give me leave (Christians) to tell you, that the tythe and tenth of your profits is none of yours, I beseech you give me leave (Christians) to tell you, that the tithe and tenth of your profits is none of yours, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pno11 vvi (np1) pc-acp vvi pn22, cst dt n1 cc ord pp-f po22 n2 vbz pix pp-f png22, (9) part (DIV2) 331 Page 58
482 but theirs to whom God hath alloted it for their maintenance; but theirs to whom God hath allotted it for their maintenance; cc-acp png32 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvd pn31 p-acp po32 n1; (9) part (DIV2) 331 Page 58
483 and the Law of the Nation hath established it unto them, for sowing unto you spiritual things, and the Law of the nation hath established it unto them, for sowing unto you spiritual things, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno32, p-acp vvg p-acp pn22 j n2, (9) part (DIV2) 331 Page 58
484 for the furthering of your salvation. for the furthering of your salvation. p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po22 n1. (9) part (DIV2) 331 Page 58
485 I pray, let me tell you, what Augustine saith to this point in hand, That Tythe is too little for a Minister of Christ: And he gives his reason; I pray, let me tell you, what Augustine Says to this point in hand, That Tithe is too little for a Minister of christ: And he gives his reason; pns11 vvb, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 vbz av j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cc pns31 vvz po31 n1; (9) part (DIV2) 331 Page 58
486 Because (saith he) if you give no more but your Tythe, you do not then exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, who paid Tythe of all, even to Mint and Cummin. Because (Says he) if you give no more but your Tithe, you do not then exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, who paid Tithe of all, even to Mint and Cummin. c-acp (vvz pns31) cs pn22 vvb av-dx dc p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vdb xx av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, r-crq vvd n1 pp-f d, av p-acp n1 cc np1. (9) part (DIV2) 331 Page 58
487 It was wont to be said, What shall we give to the men of God? 1 Sam. 9.7. but now it is common in the mouth of the most, What shall we take from the men of God, Psal. 83.12. It was wont to be said, What shall we give to the men of God? 1 Sam. 9.7. but now it is Common in the Mouth of the most, What shall we take from the men of God, Psalm 83.12. pn31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? crd np1 crd. cc-acp av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (9) part (DIV2) 332 Page 58
488 And it may justly be feared, that if a Ministers allowance for his maintenance, were but what some please, And it may justly be feared, that if a Ministers allowance for his maintenance, were but what Some please, cc pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn, cst cs dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbdr cc-acp r-crq d vvb, (9) part (DIV2) 333 Page 59
489 and have been driving at, it would be after the rate of Cratis, in his Ephemeris, 10 l. to the Cook, and have been driving At, it would be After the rate of Cratis, in his Ephemeris, 10 l. to the Cook, cc vhb vbn vvg p-acp, pn31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 fw-la, crd n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) part (DIV2) 333 Page 59
490 and ten talents to the Parasite, and three half pence to the Philosopher: Every little is thought too much for a Minister. and ten Talents to the Parasite, and three half pence to the Philosopher: Every little is Thought too much for a Minister. cc crd n2 p-acp dt n1, cc crd j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1: d j vbz vvn av av-d c-acp dt n1. (9) part (DIV2) 333 Page 59
491 But I hope better things of all you here present, that you are better moulded, and better minded, better grounded, and better graced; But I hope better things of all you Here present, that you Are better moulded, and better minded, better grounded, and better graced; cc-acp pns11 vvb jc n2 pp-f d pn22 av j, cst pn22 vbr av-jc vvn, cc av-jc vvn, av-jc vvn, cc av-jc vvn; (9) part (DIV2) 334 Page 59
492 and that you will now with winged zeal, willingly joyn with us in your prayers for these our Brethren, and that you will now with winged zeal, willingly join with us in your Prayers for these our Brothers, cc cst pn22 vmb av p-acp j-vvn n1, av-j vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d po12 n2, (9) part (DIV2) 334 Page 59
493 now to be set apart, for the work whereunto they are called. That they may be instruments in the hand of Jesus Christ, to advance his glory, and inlarge his Kingdom; now to be Set apart, for the work whereunto they Are called. That they may be Instruments in the hand of jesus christ, to advance his glory, and enlarge his Kingdom; av pc-acp vbi vvn av, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn. cst pns32 vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1; (9) part (DIV2) 334 Page 59
494 for which I intreat the assistance of your prayers with us. Amen. NONLATINALPHABET. Sacrae Trinitati Gloria. FINIS. for which I entreat the assistance of your Prayers with us. Amen.. Sacrae Trinitati Gloria. FINIS. p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp pno12. uh-n.. np1 n1 fw-la. fw-la. (9) part (DIV2) 335 Page 59

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