Ten sermons preached by that eminent divine, Matthew Killiray, B.D. ... ; to which are added excellent set forms of prayer and graces for children.

Killiray, Matthew
Publisher: Printed for William Thackary
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1675
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A87741 ESTC ID: R43875 STC ID: K475J
Subject Headings: Prayers; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 The Godly Mans Gain, AND THE Wicked Mans Woe; OR, Good News from Heaven for the Righteous. Isaiah 3.10,11. Say ye to the Righteous, that it shall be well with them, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings. The Godly men Gain, AND THE Wicked men Woe; OR, Good News from Heaven for the Righteous. Isaiah 3.10,11. Say you to the Righteous, that it shall be well with them, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings. dt j ng1 n1, cc dt j ng1 n1; cc, j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j. np1 crd. vvb pn22 p-acp dt j, cst pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vdg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 4
1 Woe unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him for the Reward of his hands shall be given him. Woe unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him for the Reward of his hands shall be given him. n1 p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 4
2 THese words are the words of the Prophet Isaiah, unto rebellious Judah and Jerusalem; having shewed them in the former verses, the trouble and confusion which comes by sin; THese words Are the words of the Prophet Isaiah, unto rebellious Judah and Jerusalem; having showed them in the former Verses, the trouble and confusion which comes by since; d n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, p-acp j np1 cc np1; vhg vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n2, dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
3 it is the cause of the loss of Temporal and Spirituall Enjoyments, thence ariseth disobedience to Parents, it is the cause of the loss of Temporal and Spiritual Enjoyments, thence arises disobedience to Parents, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, av vvz n1 p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
4 as you may read in the 5, and 6, verses; he comes in these two verses read to you; as you may read in the 5, and 6, Verses; he comes in these two Verses read to you; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd, cc crd, n2; pns31 vvz p-acp d crd n2 vvn p-acp pn22; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
5 to shew that though it be a day of publique Calamity, when the shews of mens countenances do witness against them, to show that though it be a day of public Calamity, when the shows of men's countenances do witness against them, pc-acp vvi cst cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-crq dt vvz pp-f ng2 n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
6 and shews their sin as Sodom, yet then is there good news from heaven for the righteous soul, here is glad tydings of peace and safety for him, It shall be well with him: and shows their since as Sodom, yet then is there good news from heaven for the righteous soul, Here is glad tidings of peace and safety for him, It shall be well with him: cc vvz po32 n1 p-acp np1, av av vbz a-acp j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, av vbz j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
7 here is all good things comprehended in this word, Well: it shall go well with him here, well with him hereafter: Here is all good things comprehended in this word, Well: it shall go well with him Here, well with him hereafter: av vbz d j n2 vvn p-acp d n1, av: pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp pno31 av, av p-acp pno31 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
8 this shall be his comfort, this his joy: He shall eat the fruit of his doings, and be satisfied. this shall be his Comfort, this his joy: He shall eat the fruit of his doings, and be satisfied. d vmb vbi po31 n1, d po31 n1: pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f png31 n2-vdg, cc vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
9 But what shall become of ye wicked? shall it be so with them? read the next verse, But what shall become of you wicked? shall it be so with them? read the next verse, p-acp q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pn22 j? vmb pn31 vbi av p-acp pno32? vvb dt ord n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
10 behold their doom, and avoid it if possible: behold their doom, and avoid it if possible: vvb po32 n1, cc vvi pn31 cs j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
11 Woe to the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him. Woe to the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him. n1 p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
12 Better for him he had never bin born, for eternal misery is his portion, he hath done ill, Better for him he had never been born, for Eternal misery is his portion, he hath done ill, j p-acp pno31 pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn, p-acp j n1 vbz po31 n1, pns31 vhz vdn j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
13 and the fruits of his evil déeds shall he receive: and the fruits of his evil Deeds shall he receive: cc dt n2 pp-f po31 j-jn n2 vmb pns31 vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
14 not a word of mercy to him, not a word of comfort for him ▪ he hath had his good things in this life: not a word of mercy to him, not a word of Comfort for him ▪ he hath had his good things in this life: xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 ▪ pns31 vhz vhn po31 j n2 p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
15 and the Children of God their evil things: and the Children of God their evil things: cc dt n2 pp-f np1 po32 j-jn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
16 but now they are comforted, and he is formented, they have the good spirit, the holy Ghost to comfort them, but now they Are comforted, and he is fomented, they have the good Spirit, the holy Ghost to Comfort them, cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn, cc pns31 vbz vvn, pns32 vhb dt j n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
17 but the wicked man the evil spirit to torment him: but the wicked man the evil Spirit to torment him: cc-acp dt j n1 dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
18 in a word all the woes and denunciations of wrath shall be executed against him, which are written in the Book of God. in a word all the woes and denunciations of wrath shall be executed against him, which Are written in the Book of God. p-acp dt n1 d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 4
19 The observation that I would note from these words, is this, The observation that I would note from these words, is this, dt n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n2, vbz d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 4
20 Doct. That in the midst of misery, the Lord Jesus Christ hath bowels of mercy for the Righteous person; Doct. That in the midst of misery, the Lord jesus christ hath bowels of mercy for the Righteous person; np1 cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 np1 np1 vhz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
21 but in the day of account, he will have nothing but dregs of fury for the wicked, who study to make void his Law. but in the day of account, he will have nothing but dregs of fury for the wicked, who study to make void his Law. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vhi pix cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi j po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
22 Here is good news for you, who have fought the good fight of faith, who have contended earnestly for the cause of Christ: Here is good news for you, who have fought the good fight of faith, who have contended earnestly for the cause of christ: av vbz j n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
23 a Crown of glory is prepared for them, which shall never fade away: There is mercy for them in the midst of misery; a Crown of glory is prepared for them, which shall never fade away: There is mercy for them in the midst of misery; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq vmb av-x vvi av: pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
24 joy for them in ye midst of sorrow; the smiles of Gods countenance shall chear up their hearts: joy for them in the midst of sorrow; the smiles of God's countenance shall cheer up their hearts: vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
25 though they may have sorrow for a season, yet joy cometh in ye morning; the swéet and gracious carriage of ye Lord Jesus Christ shall even ravish their souls. though they may have sorrow for a season, yet joy comes in you morning; the sweet and gracious carriage of the Lord jesus christ shall even ravish their Souls. cs pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, av n1 vvz p-acp pn22 n1; dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1 vmb av vvi po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
26 That this is so, That in the midst of misery, t•e Lord Jesus Christ hath bowels of mercy, see Heb. 13.5. Be content with such things as you have, for he hath said: That this is so, That in the midst of misery, t•e Lord jesus christ hath bowels of mercy, see Hebrew 13.5. Be content with such things as you have, for he hath said: cst d vbz av, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, j n1 np1 np1 vhz n2 pp-f n1, vvb np1 crd. vbb j p-acp d n2 c-acp pn22 vhb, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
27 I will never leave thee nor forsake thee; I will never leave thee nor forsake thee; pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno21 ccx vvi pno21; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
28 As if ye Lord should say to any poor soul in misery, that is ready to dispond or despair, under the burthen of his afflictions; As if you Lord should say to any poor soul in misery, that is ready to despond or despair, under the burden of his afflictions; c-acp cs pn22 n1 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
29 bear my hand patiently, be content with such as you have, whether it be affliction tribulation, bear my hand patiently, be content with such as you have, whither it be affliction tribulation, vvb po11 n1 av-j, vbb j p-acp d c-acp pn22 vhb, cs pn31 vbb n1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
30 or persecution in this world, I have prepared a better Kingdom for you; Ile never leave you in six troubles, or in seven: or persecution in this world, I have prepared a better Kingdom for you; I'll never leave you in six Troubles, or in seven: cc n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt jc n1 p-acp pn22; pns11|vmb av-x vvi pn22 p-acp crd n2, cc p-acp crd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
31 I'le guide you by my Counsel, and afterward receive you into Glory, Psal. 138.3. In the day when I cryed thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. I'll guide you by my Counsel, and afterwards receive you into Glory, Psalm 138.3. In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. pns11|vmb vvi pn22 p-acp po11 n1, cc av vvb pn22 p-acp n1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvd pns21 vvd2 pno11, cc vvd2 pno11 p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
32 Though the world frown upon them yet there is a secret support, there is an everlasting arm that bears them up; Though the world frown upon them yet there is a secret support, there is an everlasting arm that bears them up; cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cst vvz pno32 a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
33 his swéet & gracious carriage to the Church, declares that they are the beloved of his soul, they are his Darlings, sée Cant. 4.8,11. Come with me from Lebanon (my Spouse) from Lebanon, &c. thou hast ravished my heart, my Sister, my Spouse, thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, with one chain of thy neck, his sweet & gracious carriage to the Church, declares that they Are the Beloved of his soul, they Are his Darlings, see Cant 4.8,11. Come with me from Lebanon (my Spouse) from Lebanon, etc. thou hast ravished my heart, my Sister, my Spouse, thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, with one chain of thy neck, po31 j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz cst pns32 vbr dt j-vvn pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vbr po31 n2-jn, vvb np1 crd. np1 p-acp pno11 p-acp np1 (po11 n1) p-acp np1, av pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1, pns21 vh2 vvn po11 n1 p-acp crd pp-f po21 n2, p-acp crd n1 pp-f po21 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
34 how fair is thy love my Sister, my Spouse, how much better is thy love than Wine, how fair is thy love my Sister, my Spouse, how much better is thy love than Wine, c-crq j vbz po21 n1 po11 n1, po11 n1, c-crq d jc vbz po21 n1 cs n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
35 and the smell of thine Oyntments then all spices? And thus the Lord Iesus goes along, shewing forth his love in most excellent terms, to make the soul more enam•ured of him. and the smell of thine Ointments then all spices? And thus the Lord Iesus Goes along, showing forth his love in most excellent terms, to make the soul more enam•ured of him. cc dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 av d n2? cc av dt n1 np1 vvz a-acp, vvg av po31 n1 p-acp ds j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-dc vvn pp-f pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
36 But now to shew you why it is so, or how it comes to pass that the Lord is so full of bowels of mercy towards the Righteous, I shall give a few Reasons for it. But now to show you why it is so, or how it comes to pass that the Lord is so full of bowels of mercy towards the Righteous, I shall give a few Reasons for it. p-acp av pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq pn31 vbz av, cc c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz av j pp-f n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, pns11 vmb vvi dt d n2 c-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 5
37 1. Because they are those whom he hath ransomed, whom he hath bought at a 〈 ◊ 〉 rate, 1. Because they Are those whom he hath ransomed, whom he hath bought At a 〈 ◊ 〉 rate, crd p-acp pns32 vbr d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 5
38 even the price of his own blood. even the price of his own blood. av dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 5
39 These are the persons, (the Righteous I mean) for whom he was reviled, despised, was in bitter Agonies, These Are the Persons, (the Righteous I mean) for whom he was reviled, despised, was in bitter Agonies, d vbr dt n2, (dt j pns11 vvb) p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds vvn, j-vvn, vbds p-acp j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
40 and suffered a cruel death upon the Cress: and suffered a cruel death upon the Cress: cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
41 And think you will he leave these in misery, and not remember he is a God of mercy? will not he stay these with Flaggons, And think you will he leave these in misery, and not Remember he is a God of mercy? will not he stay these with Flaggons, cc vvb pn22 vmb pns31 vvi d p-acp n1, cc xx vvi pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1? vmb xx pns31 vvi d p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
42 & comfort them with Apples, when they are sick of love? The blood of the Lord Iesus Christ was not shed in vain, & Comfort them with Apples, when they Are sick of love? The blood of the Lord Iesus christ was not shed in vain, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n2, c-crq pns32 vbr j pp-f n1? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
43 but he dyed, that his might live, he went through sorrows, that his might have joy, he was Crowned with Thorns, that his might be Crowned with glory. but he died, that his might live, he went through sorrows, that his might have joy, he was Crowned with Thorns, that his might be Crowned with glory. cc-acp pns31 vvd, cst po31 n1 vvi, pns31 vvd p-acp n2, cst po31 n1 vhb n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, cst po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
44 They are those whom he hath called out of darkness into this marvellous light; for these he hath procured a salvation, & an everlasting rest: They Are those whom he hath called out of darkness into this marvellous Light; for these he hath procured a salvation, & an everlasting rest: pns32 vbr d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1; p-acp d pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cc dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
45 They shall not be led Captive at the Devils will, because they are redéemed by the blood of the Lamb. They shall not be led Captive At the Devils will, Because they Are redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn j-jn p-acp dt n2 vmb, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
46 Therefore, shall it go well with them. Therefore, shall it go well with them. av, vmb pn31 vvi av p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 6
47 2. Because they are those whom he hath chosen, & those whom the Father hath given him: 2. Because they Are those whom he hath chosen, & those whom the Father hath given him: crd p-acp pns32 vbr d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc d ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
48 Therefore hath the Lord bowels of mercy for them. Therefore hath the Lord bowels of mercy for them. av vhz dt n1 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
49 As he hath accomplished his part on the Cross for them, so will he accomplish his part in heaven for them; As he hath accomplished his part on the Cross for them, so will he accomplish his part in heaven for them; p-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, av vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
50 John 6.36. Of all that the Father hath given him, he will lose nothing. They are the fruit of his death and resurrection; John 6.36. Of all that the Father hath given him, he will loose nothing. They Are the fruit of his death and resurrection; np1 crd. pp-f d cst dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pix. pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
51 to these he will be a Father in time of trouble: to these he will be a Father in time of trouble: p-acp d pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
52 when ye world cast them off, he will receive them into his protection, he will open his everlasting arms, when you world cast them off, he will receive them into his protection, he will open his everlasting arms, c-crq pn22 n1 vvd pno32 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
53 & receive them into his imbraces. Christ will not lose his interrest, he will not lose those whom he hath chosen, & receive them into his embraces. christ will not loose his Interest, he will not loose those whom he hath chosen, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2. np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
54 and whom the Father hath given him; and whom the Father hath given him; cc r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
55 but the light of his countenance shall shine upon them, and he will compass them about with mercy, all the dayes of their lives. but the Light of his countenance shall shine upon them, and he will compass them about with mercy, all the days of their lives. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 6
56 3. Why hath God bowels of mercy for ye Righteous? because God hath peculiarly promised to these, 3. Why hath God bowels of mercy for you Righteous? Because God hath peculiarly promised to these, crd q-crq vhz n1 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 j? c-acp np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 6
57 and none but these, that he will be a Father to them, and they shall be his Children. and none but these, that he will be a Father to them, and they shall be his Children. cc pix p-acp d, cst pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vmb vbi po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 6
58 Now beloved, hath not a Father yerning bowels of affection towards his Child? doth not he love his own, Now Beloved, hath not a Father yearning bowels of affection towards his Child? does not he love his own, av vvn, vhz xx dt n1 vvg n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1? vdz xx pns31 vvi po31 d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 6
59 & cherish his own more affectionately then he doth others? if he see them wronged, doth not he right them? even so ye Lord Iesus Christ as a Father, is very pitiful & very loving, & affectionate towards his Children: & cherish his own more affectionately then he does Others? if he see them wronged, does not he right them? even so you Lord Iesus christ as a Father, is very pitiful & very loving, & affectionate towards his Children: cc vvi po31 d dc av-j cs pns31 vdz ng2-jn? cs pns31 vvb pno32 vvd, vdz xx pns31 vvi pno32? av av pn22 n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av j cc j j-vvg, cc j p-acp po31 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 6
60 Oh how his spirit is grieved to sée his grieved, when his Children are molested, & despised it pierceth into his soul, and presently he is ready to deliver them; O how his Spirit is grieved to see his grieved, when his Children Are molested, & despised it pierces into his soul, and presently he is ready to deliver them; uh c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn, c-crq po31 n2 vbr vvn, cc vvd pn31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 6
61 he will never leave his comfortless, but he will come unto them, he will be with them in joy and sorrow, in prosperity and adversity, in life & death, he will never leave his comfortless, but he will come unto them, he will be with them in joy and sorrow, in Prosperity and adversity, in life & death, pns31 vmb av-x vvi po31 j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 6
62 and at last will lead them into his heavenly habitation, that they may partake of the glory promised, and At last will led them into his heavenly habitation, that they may partake of the glory promised, cc p-acp ord vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 j n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 6
63 and receive the reward of their Righteousness, even the salvation of their precious souls: and receive the reward of their Righteousness, even the salvation of their precious Souls: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, av dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 7
64 thus have you heard why ye Lord Iesus Christ hath yerning b•wels of mercy towards the Righteous. thus have you herd why you Lord Iesus christ hath yearning b•wels of mercy towards the Righteous. av vhb pn22 vvn c-crq pn22 n1 np1 np1 vhz vvg n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 7
65 Indéed many more might be given, but these I think are enough to satisfie any reasonable soul, Indeed many more might be given, but these I think Are enough to satisfy any reasonable soul, av d dc vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp d pns11 vvb vbr av-d pc-acp vvi d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 7
66 and n•w let me procéed to make a little improvement of it by way of use. 1. Vse of Exhortation; and n•w let me proceed to make a little improvement of it by Way of use. 1. Use of Exhortation; cc av vvb pno11 vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. crd vvb pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 7
67 Let it be to exhort you who are Righteous in the sight of God, you to whom Iesus Christ hath bowels of mercy, to be continually lifting up Prayers and Praises with your whole heart and soul unto the Lord, who hath translated you out of darkness into his marvellous light, Let it be to exhort you who Are Righteous in the sighed of God, you to whom Iesus christ hath bowels of mercy, to be continually lifting up Prayers and Praises with your Whole heart and soul unto the Lord, who hath translated you out of darkness into his marvellous Light, vvb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 p-acp ro-crq np1 np1 vhz n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi av-j vvg a-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
68 & out of the Kingdom of Satan unto God, yt he should take pity of you, & out of the Kingdom of Satan unto God, that he should take pity of you, cc av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pn31 pns31 vmd vvi n1 pp-f pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
69 when you were in your blood when the Priest & the Levites pass'd by, that Christ the good Samaritan should look on you, & heal you. when you were in your blood when the Priest & the Levites passed by, that christ the good Samaritan should look on you, & heal you. c-crq pn22 vbdr p-acp po22 n1 c-crq dt n1 cc dt np2 vvd p-acp, cst np1 dt j np1 vmd vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvi pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
70 Oh admire this goodness of God! & be not slothful, but be fervent in spirit, serving the Lord yt hath had such compassion on you, that hath washed your souls in his own blood, that hath purg'd your consciences from dead works: O admire this Goodness of God! & be not slothful, but be fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord that hath had such compassion on you, that hath washed your Souls in his own blood, that hath purged your Consciences from dead works: uh vvb d n1 pp-f np1 cc vbb xx j, cc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, vvg dt n1 pn31 vhz vhn d n1 p-acp pn22, cst vhz vvn po22 n2 p-acp po31 d n1, cst vhz vvn po22 n2 p-acp j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
71 what, will not you serve ye Lord with fear and trembling? you to whom the Lord hath revealed himself in love and mercy; what, will not you serve you Lord with Fear and trembling? you to whom the Lord hath revealed himself in love and mercy; r-crq, vmb xx pn22 vvi pn22 n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg? pn22 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
72 Oh be exhorted in the fear of God, to live answerable to those enjoyments you enjoy; O be exhorted in the Fear of God, to live answerable to those enjoyments you enjoy; uh vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi j p-acp d n2 pn22 vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
73 and are like to be partakers of. and Are like to be partakers of. cc vbr j pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 7
74 2. Vse of comfort and consolation to poor dejected souls, who go mourning all the day long, here is good news for you converted sinners, you who have felt the misery under the burden of sin, 2. Use of Comfort and consolation to poor dejected Souls, who go mourning all the day long, Here is good news for you converted Sinners, you who have felt the misery under the burden of since, crd vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j j-vvn n2, r-crq vvb vvg d dt n1 av-j, av vbz j n1 p-acp pn22 vvd n2, pn22 r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
75 and do believe and ende•vour to avoid the power of Satan and the Wrath of God, and do believe and ende•vour to avoid the power of Satan and the Wrath of God, cc vdb vvi cc vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
76 and do believe what Christ hath done for your restauration and salvation, and have thankfully accepted of him as your onl• Saviour & Lord, on the terms that he is offered in the Gospel, and do believe what christ hath done for your restauration and salvation, and have thankfully accepted of him as your onl• Saviour & Lord, on the terms that he is offered in the Gospel, cc vdb vvi r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, cc vhb av-j vvn pp-f pno31 p-acp po22 n1 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
77 as one yt calls, justifies sanctifies, and brings at last to everlasting Glory. as one that calls, Justifies Sanctifies, and brings At last to everlasting Glory. c-acp pi pn31 vvz, vvz vvz, cc vvz p-acp ord p-acp j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
78 Hold up your heads poor souls, and open the everlasting gates of your souls, that ye King of glory may come in in triumph: Hold up your Heads poor Souls, and open the everlasting gates of your Souls, that you King of glory may come in in triumph: vvb a-acp po22 n2 j n2, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f po22 n2, cst pn22 n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
79 hitherto you have clouded the bright rayes of his glory, n•w open your eyes and your souls, yt you may behold it: hitherto you have clouded the bright rays of his glory, n•w open your eyes and your Souls, that you may behold it: av pn22 vhb vvn dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, av vvb po22 n2 cc po22 n2, pn31 pn22 vmb vvi pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
80 learn to say with David, Why art thou cast down, O my soul? why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God, who will yet be the light of my countenance, and my God: Learn to say with David, Why art thou cast down, Oh my soul? why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God, who will yet be the Light of my countenance, and my God: vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11? vvb pns21 p-acp np1, r-crq vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
81 Hold up your heads you have cause to rejoyce, O ye Saints & Servants of the most high God, you néed not fear what man can do unto you, it shall be well with you, you shall have joy, Hold up your Heads you have cause to rejoice, Oh you Saints & Servants of the most high God, you need not Fear what man can do unto you, it shall be well with you, you shall have joy, vvb a-acp po22 n2 pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, uh pn22 n2 cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, pn22 vvb xx vvi r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pn22, pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vhi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
82 when others shall have sorrow, you shall have peace when others shall have trouble, you shall enjoy eternall life, when Others shall have sorrow, you shall have peace when Others shall have trouble, you shall enjoy Eternal life, c-crq n2-jn vmb vhi n1, pn22 vmb vhi n1 c-crq n2-jn vmb vhi n1, pn22 vmb vvi j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
83 when others shall have eternal death & damnation: when Others shall have Eternal death & damnation: c-crq n2-jn vmb vhi j n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 7
84 So let me leave you in ye bosome of your Father, sucking from ye breasts of his consolation: So let me leave you in the bosom of your Father, sucking from you breasts of his consolation: av vvb pno11 vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, vvg p-acp pn22 n2 pp-f po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
85 and let me speak a little to the wicked, to those who will not have the Lord of life to reign over them. and let me speak a little to the wicked, to those who will not have the Lord of life to Reign over them. cc vvb pno11 vvi dt j p-acp dt j, p-acp d r-crq vmb xx vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
86 Something I shall speak, to shew them their danger and desperate condition; Something I shall speak, to show them their danger and desperate condition; np1 pns11 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi pno32 po32 n1 cc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
87 and something by way of perswasion, to perswade them to come into the Lord Iesus Christ, that they might not be the objects of his fury at the great day. and something by Way of persuasion, to persuade them to come into the Lord Iesus christ, that they might not be the objects of his fury At the great day. cc pi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cst pns32 vmd xx vbi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
88 And when I begin to speak of these things: And when I begin to speak of these things: cc c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
89 I confess it séems terrible to me, and makes me almost afraid, people will run out of their wits, I confess it seems terrible to me, and makes me almost afraid, people will run out of their wits, pns11 vvb pn31 vvz j p-acp pno11, cc vvz pno11 av j, n1 vmb vvi av pp-f po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
90 when they hear it, but a little experience shewing us yt many are like a Dog, bred in a Forge or Furnace, yt being used to it, can sléep, when they hear it, but a little experience showing us that many Are like a Dog, bred in a Forge or Furnace, that being used to it, can sleep, c-crq pns32 vvb pn31, cc-acp dt j n1 vvg pno12 pn31 d vbr av-j dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pn31 vbg vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
91 though the hammers are beating, & the fire & hot Irons flaming about him; when another that had never séen it, would be amazed at ye sight: though the hammers Are beating, & the fire & hight Irons flaming about him; when Another that had never seen it, would be amazed At you sighed: cs dt n2 vbr vvg, cc dt n1 cc j n2 vvg p-acp pno31; c-crq j-jn cst vhd av-x vvn pn31, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn22 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
92 Lo thus they who have 10 or 20 years heard talk of the danger of enduring the wrath of God at the day of Iudgment, Lo thus they who have 10 or 20 Years herd talk of the danger of enduring the wrath of God At the day of Judgement, uh av pns32 r-crq vhb crd cc crd n2 vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
93 but sée it not, nor féel any hurt, they think it is but talk, and make nothing of it, but see it not, nor feel any hurt, they think it is but talk, and make nothing of it, cc-acp vvb pn31 xx, ccx vvi d n1, pns32 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc vvb pix pp-f pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
94 and thus they thank God for his patience; and thus they thank God for his patience; cc av pns32 vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
95 Because his Sentence is not executed speedily, therefore they set themselves to do evil, Eccles. 8.11. Because his Sentence is not executed speedily, Therefore they Set themselves to do evil, Eccles. 8.11. p-acp po31 n1 vbz xx vvn av-j, av pns32 vvd px32 p-acp vdb j-jn, np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
96 This consideration moded me, & awakened my soul, that I might unburden my conscience before you, This consideration moded me, & awakened my soul, that I might unburden my conscience before you, d n1 vvd pno11, cc vvn po11 n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
97 & speak the truth in God, and lie not. And, Oh •hat I could teach your hearts; & speak the truth in God, and lie not. And, O •hat I could teach your hearts; cc vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb xx. np1, uh av pns11 vmd vvi po22 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
98 Oh that who•oever reads this little Book, might fear and •remble, and that séeing his danger, he may •ndeavor to avoid those unquenchable flames •f the fury of Gods Wrath, Sée 2 Cor. 5.10,11. and tremble when you read it; O that who•oever reads this little Book, might Fear and •remble, and that seeing his danger, he may •ndeavor to avoid those unquenchable flames •f the fury of God's Wrath, See 2 Cor. 5.10,11. and tremble when you read it; uh cst av vvz d j n1, vmd vvi cc vvi, cc d vvg po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j n2 av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb crd np1 crd. cc vvb c-crq pn22 vvb pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
99 For •e must all appear at the Judgement seat of Christ, that every one may receive the things •one in his body, according to that he hath •one, good or bad. For •e must all appear At the Judgement seat of christ, that every one may receive the things •one in his body, according to that he hath •one, good or bad. p-acp n1 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f np1, cst d pi vmb vvi dt n2 vdn p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp cst pns31 vhz vdn, j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
100 Knowing therefore the •rrours of the Lord, we perswade men: 'Tis 〈 ◊ 〉 you I am to speak, who have done ill; Knowing Therefore the •rrours of the Lord, we persuade men: It's 〈 ◊ 〉 you I am to speak, who have done ill; vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb n2: pn31|vbz 〈 sy 〉 pn22 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi, r-crq vhb vdn av-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
101 W•s 〈 ◊ 〉 you, for the reward of your works shall be •iven you, W•s 〈 ◊ 〉 you, for the reward of your works shall be •iven you, vbz 〈 sy 〉 pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
102 and what is that? Nothing but •ell & horror, nothing but the fury of Gods •rath, a sad sentence shall be passed on you, •hall make your hearts to tremble then, •hough you will not tremble now. and what is that? Nothing but •ell & horror, nothing but the fury of God's •rath, a sad sentence shall be passed on you, •hall make your hearts to tremble then, •hough you will not tremble now. cc r-crq vbz d? pix p-acp n1 cc n1, pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, vmb vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi av, uh pn22 vmb xx vvi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 8
103 2. Let us enquire wherein this horror con• … sts, that is, first in the sentence of condem•ation it self, which expresseth the misery •hey are judged to. 2. Let us inquire wherein this horror con• … sts, that is, First in the sentence of condem•ation it self, which Expresses the misery •hey Are judged to. crd vvb pno12 vvi c-crq d n1 n1 … n2-vm, cst vbz, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 n1 vbr vvn p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 8
104 1. They are cursed, and that denounceth a •eople destinated of & adjudged to utter un•appiness, 1. They Are cursed, and that Denounceth a •eople destinated of & adjudged to utter un•appiness, crd pns32 vbr vvn, cc d vvz dt n1 vvn pp-f cc vvn pc-acp vvi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 8
105 & to all kind of miseries without •emedy: and their cursedness is described in •he next Words: & to all kind of misery's without •emedy: and their cursedness is described in •he next Words: cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1: cc po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 ord n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 8
106 Depart from me into ever• … sting fire, prepared for the Devil and his Angels; Depart from me into ever• … sting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels; vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 … zz n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
107 from whom must they depart? from that God that made them in his Image, from the Redéemer that bought them with th• price of his blood, from whom must they depart? from that God that made them in his Image, from the Redeemer that bought them with th• price of his blood, p-acp ro-crq vmb pns32 vvi? p-acp cst np1 cst vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pno32 p-acp n1 n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
108 & offer's to save them fréel• for all their unworthiness; & many time intreated them to accept his offer, that the• souls might live; & offer's to save them fréel• for all their unworthiness; & many time entreated them to accept his offer, that the• Souls might live; cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 p-acp d po32 n1; cc d n1 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cst n1 n2 vmd vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
109 from the Holy Ghost th• Sanctifier, & Comforter of the faithful, wh• strove with their hearts, till they quenche• and expelled him: O• sad departing! from the Holy Ghost th• Sanctifier, & Comforter of the faithful, wh• strove with their hearts, till they quenche• and expelled him: O• sad departing! p-acp dt j n1 n1 n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j, n1 vvd p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 n1 cc vvd pno31: np1 j n-vvg! (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
110 wh• would not then chuse to depart from all th• friends he had in the world, or from any thin• imaginable: wh• would not then choose to depart from all th• Friends he had in the world, or from any thin• imaginable: n1 vmd xx av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 n2 pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
111 from his life from himself, 〈 ◊ 〉 it were possible, then from Christ; from his life from himself, 〈 ◊ 〉 it were possible, then from christ; p-acp po31 n1 p-acp px31, 〈 sy 〉 pn31 vbdr j, av p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
112 Depar• from what? from the presence of the Iudg• from all future hopes of salvation for •ve• from all possibility of over being saved, an• living in the joyful inheritance of the Righ•eous. And then consider: Depar• from what? from the presence of the Iudg• from all future hope's of salvation for •ve• from all possibility of over being saved, an• living in the joyful inheritance of the Righ•eous. And then Consider: np1 p-acp q-crq? p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f p-acp vbg vvn, n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j. cc av vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 9
113 2. Whether must they depart? 1. In• fire. 2. Into yt fire which is prepared for devil & his Angels. 3. Into everlasting fir• not into purifying, 2. Whither must they depart? 1. In• fire. 2. Into that fire which is prepared for Devil & his Angels. 3. Into everlasting fir• not into purifying, crd cs vmb pns32 vvi? crd np1 n1. crd p-acp pn31 vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc po31 n2. crd p-acp j n1 xx p-acp n-vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
114 but into a tormenting fi• and thither wilt thou go without remedy: 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ now to intercéed for thee: but into a tormenting fi• and thither wilt thou go without remedy: 〈 ◊ 〉 christ now to intercéed for thee: cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc av vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp n1: 〈 sy 〉 np1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
115 in vain no• to repent, & wish •ō had not slighted your salvation, or sold it for a little pleasūe for ye fle• it will be then in vain to cry, Lord open to us Oh spare us! O pity us! in vain no• to Repent, & wish •on had not slighted your salvation, or sold it for a little pleasune for you fle• it will be then in vain to cry, Lord open to us O spare us! O pity us! p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb n1 vhd xx vvn po22 n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt av-j vhi c-acp pn22 n1 pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp j pc-acp vvi, n1 j p-acp pno12 uh vvb pno12! sy vvb pno12! (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
116 Oh do not cast a• •nto those hideous flames! Oh do not turn us among devils, do not condemn thy Redéemed •nes! O do not cast a• •nto those hideous flames! O do not turn us among Devils, do not condemn thy Redeemed •nes! uh vdb xx vvi n1 av d j n2! uh vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp n2, vdb xx vvi po21 j-vvn n2! (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
117 but all shall be in vain, you cry & call too late, the gates of Heaven are shut against you, you •āt sinned, therefore you shall suffer; but all shall be in vain, you cry & call too late, the gates of Heaven Are shut against you, you •ant sinned, Therefore you shall suffer; cc-acp d vmb vbi p-acp j, pn22 vvb cc vvi av av-j, dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vvb vvn, av pn22 vmb vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
118 •he coals of his fury shall always be burning of you, but you shall never be burnt; •he coals of his fury shall always be burning of you, but you shall never be burned; j n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb av vbi j-vvg pp-f pn22, cc-acp pn22 vmb av-x vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
119 considering the company you shall have, none but tormenting devils; this will aggravate your misery: & the time it shall endure, not a year •r ten, or a hundred years, but for ever: considering the company you shall have, none but tormenting Devils; this will aggravate your misery: & the time it shall endure, not a year •r ten, or a hundred Years, but for ever: vvg dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi, pi p-acp j-vvg n2; d vmb vvi po22 n1: cc dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi, xx dt n1 n1 crd, cc dt crd n2, cc-acp c-acp av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
120 you •hall be always consuming, but never consumed; you •hall be always consuming, but never consumed; pn22 vmb vbi av j-vvg, cc-acp av-x vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
121 as the blessedness & joy of the godly is perpetual, so shall also the torments of the wicked. Oh poor sinner! as the blessedness & joy of the godly is perpetual, so shall also the torments of the wicked. O poor sinner! c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j vbz j, av vmb av dt n2 pp-f dt j. uh j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
122 yt readest or hearest these lines, I beséech thée in compassion to thy •oul, consider how fearful the case of ye man will be, that is newly doomed to the everlasting fire, that Readest or Hearst these lines, I beseech thee in compassion to thy •oul, Consider how fearful the case of you man will be, that is newly doomed to the everlasting fire, pn31 vv2 cc vv2 d n2, pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvb c-crq j dt n1 pp-f pn22 n1 vmb vbi, cst vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
123 and is haled to the execution without •emedy. and is haled to the execution without •emedy. cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
124 The time was, when repentance might have done thée good, but then all thy re•entings will be in vain: The time was, when Repentance might have done thee good, but then all thy re•entings will be in vain: dt n1 vbds, c-crq n1 vmd vhi vdn pno21 j, cc-acp av d po21 n2-vvg vmb vbi p-acp j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
125 now while thy day of visitation lasteth, hadst thou but a heart to •ry & call for mercy in faith & fervency, thou mightest be heard, now while thy day of Visitation lasteth, Hadst thou but a heart to •ry & call for mercy in faith & fervency, thou Mightest be herd, av cs po21 n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vhd2 pns21 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
126 but then praying & crying will do thee no good; but then praying & crying will do thee no good; cc-acp av vvg cc vvg vmb vdi pno21 dx j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
127 shouldst thou roar out in •he extremity of thy horror and amazement, 〈 ◊ 〉 beseech the Lord Iesus but to forgive thée one sin, Shouldst thou roar out in •he extremity of thy horror and amazement, 〈 ◊ 〉 beseech the Lord Iesus but to forgive thee one since, vmd2 pns21 vvi av p-acp j n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc n1, 〈 sy 〉 vvb dt n1 np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno21 crd n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 9
128 or to send thée on earth once more, or try thée once again in the flesh, or to send thee on earth once more, or try thee once again in the Flesh, cc pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1 a-acp av-dc, cc vvi pno21 a-acp av p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
129 whether thou would love him, and lead a godly life, 〈 ◊ 〉 would be all in vain: whither thou would love him, and led a godly life, 〈 ◊ 〉 would be all in vain: cs pns21 vmd vvi pno31, cc vvi dt j n1, 〈 sy 〉 vmd vbi d p-acp j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
130 shouldst thou besée• … him by all the mercifulness of his nature, 〈 ◊ 〉 all his sufferings & bloody death, by all ye merciful promises of ye Gospel, it would be all 〈 ◊ 〉 vain: Shouldst thou besée• … him by all the mercifulness of his nature, 〈 ◊ 〉 all his sufferings & bloody death, by all you merciful promises of you Gospel, it would be all 〈 ◊ 〉 vain: vmd2 pns21 n1 … pno31 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, 〈 sy 〉 d po31 n2 cc j n1, p-acp d pn22 j n2 pp-f pn22 n1, pn31 vmd vbi d 〈 sy 〉 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
131 nay, shouldst thou but beg for one day reprieve, or stay one hour before thou we• cast into those flames, it would not be hear• how earnestly did Dives beg of Abraham, t• one drop of Water to cool his Tongue? b•cause he was tormented in ye flames; nay, Shouldst thou but beg for one day reprieve, or stay one hour before thou we• cast into those flames, it would not be hear• how earnestly did Dives beg of Abraham, t• one drop of Water to cool his Tongue? b•cause he was tormented in you flames; uh-x, vmd2 pns21 p-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 n1, cc vvi crd n1 c-acp pns21 n1 vvn p-acp d n2, pn31 vmd xx vbi n1 c-crq av-j vdd np1 vvb pp-f np1, n1 crd n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn22 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
132 & whi• was he the better? he was bid Remember t• good things he had in this life, and ye remembrance would torment him more. & whi• was he the better? he was bid remember t• good things he had in this life, and you remembrance would torment him more. cc n1 vbds pns31 dt j? pns31 vbds vvn vvi n1 j n2 pns31 vhd p-acp d n1, cc pn22 n1 vmd vvi pno31 av-dc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
133 Christ wi• not be intreated by the ungodly, but he wi• soon stop thy mouth, christ wi• not be entreated by the ungodly, but he wi• soon stop thy Mouth, np1 n1 xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc-acp pns31 n1 av vvb po21 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
134 or leave thée spéechless And say, Remember man, yt I did once se• thée a message of peace, or leave thee speechless And say, remember man, that I did once se• thee a message of peace, cc vvb pno21 j cc vvi, vvb n1, pn31 pns11 vdd c-acp n1 pno21 dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
135 and thou wouldst n• hear it: I did once stoop to beseech thée to return, and thou wouldst not hear: and thou Wouldst n• hear it: I did once stoop to beseech thee to return, and thou Wouldst not hear: cc pns21 vmd2 n1 vvi pn31: pns11 vdd a-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi, cc pns21 vmd2 xx vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
136 I besoug• thée by ye tender mercies of God: I besoug• thee by the tender Mercies of God: pns11 n1 pno21 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
137 I besoug• thée by all the love that I had shewed thée 〈 ◊ 〉 my holy life, my cursed death, by the riches my grace, by the offers of my glory, I besoug• thee by all the love that I had showed thee 〈 ◊ 〉 my holy life, my cursed death, by the riches my grace, by the offers of my glory, pns11 n1 pno21 p-acp d dt n1 cst pns11 vhd vvn pno21 〈 sy 〉 po11 j n1, po11 j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n2 po11 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
138 & I cou• not get thée to forsake the World, to deny th• flesh, to leave one beloved fin; & I cou• not get thee to forsake the World, to deny th• Flesh, to leave one Beloved fin; cc pns11 n1 xx vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 n1, pc-acp vvi crd j-vvn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
139 for all this, 〈 ◊ 〉 waited on thée many a day, and year, th• wouldst not consider and return and live, an• now 'tis too late, my sentence is past, for all this, 〈 ◊ 〉 waited on thee many a day, and year, th• Wouldst not Consider and return and live, an• now it's too late, my sentence is past, p-acp d d, 〈 sy 〉 vvd p-acp pno21 d dt n1, cc n1, n1 vmd2 xx vvi cc vvi cc vvi, n1 av pn31|vbz av j, po11 n1 vbz j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
140 & cannot be recalled, away from me get thée hence, thou worker of iniquity, Mat. 7.22,23. & cannot be Recalled, away from me get thee hence, thou worker of iniquity, Mathew 7.22,23. cc vmbx vbi vvn, av p-acp pno11 vvi pno21 av, pns21 n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
141 Ah! beloved friends, what a case is then the poor desperate sinner left in? how can you yt read or hear, once think without trembling, of the condition that such forlorn wretches will be in, Ah! Beloved Friends, what a case is then the poor desperate sinner left in? how can you that read or hear, once think without trembling, of the condition that such forlorn wretches will be in, uh j-vvn n2, r-crq dt n1 vbz av dt j j n1 vvn p-acp? q-crq vmb pn22 pn31 vvi cc vvi, a-acp vvb p-acp vvg, pp-f dt n1 cst d j-vvn n2 vmb vbi p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
142 when they look about them, and sée God that hath forsaken them, because they forsook him first; when they look about them, and see God that hath forsaken them, Because they forsook him First; c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi np1 cst vhz vvn pno32, c-acp pns32 vvd pno31 ord; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
143 and when they look about them, and sée the Saints on ye one hand, whom they despised, and when they look about them, and see the Saints on you one hand, whom they despised, cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi dt n2 p-acp pn22 crd n1, ro-crq pns32 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
144 now sentenced unto glory, & the wicked on the other hand, whom they accompanied and imitated, now sentenced unto glory, & the wicked on the other hand, whom they accompanied and imitated, av vvn p-acp n1, cc dt j p-acp dt j-jn n1, ro-crq pns32 vvd cc vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
145 now judged with them to everlasting misery: now judged with them to everlasting misery: av vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
146 When they look below them, and sée the flames that they must abide in, even for evermore, When they look below them, and see the flames that they must abide in, even for evermore, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi dt n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp, av c-acp av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
147 and when ye Devil begins to hale them to ye execution: Oh poor souls! and when you devil begins to hale them to the execution: O poor Souls! cc c-crq pn22 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1: uh j n2! (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
148 now what would they give for a Christ, for a promise, for a time of repentance, now what would they give for a christ, for a promise, for a time of Repentance, av q-crq vmd pns32 vvi p-acp dt np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
149 for a sermon of mercy, which once they slept under, or made no account of: for a sermon of mercy, which once they slept under, or made no account of: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq a-acp pns32 vvd p-acp, cc vvd dx n1 pp-f: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
150 How is the case altred now with them? Who would think yt these are the same men, yt made light of all this on earth; How is the case altered now with them? Who would think that these Are the same men, that made Light of all this on earth; c-crq vbz dt n1 vvn av p-acp pno32? q-crq vmd vvi pn31 d vbr dt d n2, pn31 vvd n1 pp-f d d p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
151 that so stoutly scorned the reproofs of ye Word, that would be worldly, and fleshly, & drunk, and proud; that so stoutly scorned the reproofs of the Word, that would be worldly, and fleshly, & drunk, and proud; cst av av-j vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vmd vbi j, cc j, cc vvn, cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
152 let Preachers say what they would, and perhaps hated them that did give them warning: now they are of another mind, but all too late: let Preachers say what they would, and perhaps hated them that did give them warning: now they Are of Another mind, but all too late: vvb n2 vvi r-crq pns32 vmd, cc av vvd pno32 cst vdd vvi pno32 vvg: av pns32 vbr a-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp d av av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 10
153 now would they draw back, and lay hold of any thing, rather then be dragged away into those flames: but there is no resisting: now would they draw back, and lay hold of any thing, rather then be dragged away into those flames: but there is no resisting: av vmd pns32 vvi av, cc vvd n1 pp-f d n1, av-c cs vbi vvn av p-acp d n2: cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx j-vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
154 Satans temptations might have béen resisted, but his exacutions cannot: Satan temptations might have been resisted, but his exacutions cannot: npg1 n2 vmd vhi vbn vvn, cc-acp po31 n2 vmbx: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
155 Gods judgments might have béen prevented by faith & prayer, & a holy life, but they cannot be resisted when they are not prevented: God's Judgments might have been prevented by faith & prayer, & a holy life, but they cannot be resisted when they Are not prevented: npg1 n2 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vbr xx vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
156 glad would the miserable sinner be, if that he might but turn to nothing, or yt he might be any thing rather then a reasonable creature: glad would the miserable sinner be, if that he might but turn to nothing, or that he might be any thing rather then a reasonable creature: av-j vmd dt j n1 vbi, cs cst pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp pix, cc pn31 pns31 vmd vbi d n1 av-c cs dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
157 but their wishes are all in vain, there is but one time, and one way for a sinners deliverance: but their wishes Are all in vain, there is but one time, and one Way for a Sinners deliverance: cc-acp po32 n2 vbr d p-acp j, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1, cc crd n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
158 if he fail in yt one, he perisheth for ever, all ye world cannot help him after that, 2 Cor. 6.26. I have heard thée in a time accepted, if he fail in that one, he Perishes for ever, all the world cannot help him After that, 2 Cor. 6.26. I have herd thee in a time accepted, cs pns31 vvb p-acp pn31 pi, pns31 vvz p-acp av, d dt n1 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp d, crd np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
159 and in a day of salvation: and in a day of salvation: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
160 behold, now is the day of salvation, Rev. 3.20. Behold I stand at the door and knock, behold, now is the day of salvation, Rev. 3.20. Behold I stand At the door and knock, vvb, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd. vvb pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
161 if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, cs d n1 vvb po11 n1 cc vvi dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
162 and sup with him and he with me, but for the time to come hereafter, hear what ye Lord saith, Prov 1.24.25 26. Because I have called and you refused, I have stretched out my hand, and sup with him and he with me, but for the time to come hereafter, hear what you Lord Says, Curae 1.24.25 26. Because I have called and you refused, I have stretched out my hand, cc vvi p-acp pno31 cc pns31 p-acp pno11, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, vvb r-crq pn22 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp pns11 vhb vvn cc pn22 vvd, pns11 vhb vvn av po11 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
163 and no man regarded, but they have set at nought my counsel & would none of my reproof, I wi•l also mock at your calamity. and no man regarded, but they have Set At nought my counsel & would none of my reproof, I wi•l also mock At your calamity. cc dx n1 vvn, cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pix po11 n1 cc vmd pi pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp po22 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
164 I will laugh when your fear cometh, when your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction as a whirlwind, when distress and anguish cometh upon them: I will laugh when your Fear comes, when your Fear comes as desolation, and your destruction as a whirlwind, when distress and anguish comes upon them: pns11 vmb vvi c-crq po22 n1 vvz, c-crq po22 n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc po22 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
165 then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer, they shall seek me early, then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer, they shall seek me early, av vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
166 but shall not find me, for that they hated knowledge, and did not chuse the fear of the Lord. but shall not find me, for that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the Fear of the Lord. cc-acp vmb xx vvi pno11, c-acp cst pns32 vvd n1, cc vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
167 They would none of my counsels, they despised all my reproofs, therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, They would none of my Counsels, they despised all my reproofs, Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own Way, pns32 vmd pi pp-f po11 n2, pns32 vvd d po11 n2, av vmb pns32 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
168 and be filled with their own devices, for the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and be filled with their own devices, for the turning away of the simple shall slay them, cc vbi vvn p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f dt j vmb vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
169 and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them; and the Prosperity of Fools shall destroy them; cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
170 but who so hearkeneth to me, shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet for fear of evil. but who so harkeneth to me, shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet for Fear of evil. cc-acp q-crq av vvz p-acp pno11, vmb vvi av-j, cc vmb vbi j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
171 This God himself hath plainly told you, and Oh! that you would consider of it in time; This God himself hath plainly told you, and Oh! that you would Consider of it in time; d np1 px31 vhz av-j vvn pn22, cc uh cst pn22 vmd vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
172 will you thus wilfully sin, and think to escape the wrath of God? nay, let me tell you, except you likewise repent, ye shall all likewise perish; will you thus wilfully since, and think to escape the wrath of God? nay, let me tell you, except you likewise Repent, you shall all likewise perish; vmb pn22 av av-j n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? uh-x, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, c-acp pn22 av vvi, pn22 vmb av-d av vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
173 all the world shall not, cannot save you, no Act of Indemnity shall be passed upon you, you have sinned, & you shall suffer. all the world shall not, cannot save you, no Act of Indemnity shall be passed upon you, you have sinned, & you shall suffer. d dt n1 vmb xx, vmbx vvi pn22, dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb vvn, cc pn22 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
174 and Gods Name shall be justified by it, and Ah; and God's Name shall be justified by it, and Ah; cc npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc uh; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
175 that your Consciences would be awakened by a serious apprehension of the deadly torments, and smoaking flames, that shall certainly one day seize upon your body, that your Consciences would be awakened by a serious apprehension of the deadly torments, and smoking flames, that shall Certainly one day seize upon your body, cst po22 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc j-vvg n2, cst vmb av-j crd n1 vvi p-acp po22 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
176 & yt the fear of it might move your hearts into a relenting and repenting frame, & that the Fear of it might move your hearts into a relenting and repenting frame, cc pn31 dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
177 & your souls might be affected with ye wayes & truths of God, which are both pleasant and peaceable, & your Souls might be affected with you ways & truths of God, which Are both pleasant and peaceable, cc po22 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn22 n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr d j cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
178 and in them you shall find eternal life. and in them you shall find Eternal life. cc p-acp pno32 pn22 vmb vvi j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 11
179 And now I have in brief shown you the danger of resisting the Lord Iesus Christ, suffer me to persawde you, And now I have in brief shown you the danger of resisting the Lord Iesus christ, suffer me to persawde you, cc av pns11 vhb p-acp j vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 np1 np1, vvb pno11 p-acp n1 pn22, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
180 & Oh yt you would be perswaded before the woes and denunciations of Gods Wrath be pronounced against you! & O that you would be persuaded before the woes and denunciations of God's Wrath be pronounced against you! cc uh pn31 pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn22! (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
181 Oh that you would believe yt one day you shall receive ye fruit of your doings: O that you would believe that one day you shall receive you fruit of your doings: uh cst pn22 vmd vvi pn31 crd n1 pn22 vmb vvi pn22 n1 pp-f po22 n2-vdg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
182 will you suffer your souls to sink in the last day, for want of care, will you suffer your Souls to sink in the last day, for want of care, vmb pn22 vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
183 & self-preservation? Oh that I could perswade you by the tender mercies of God, by that precious Blood of the Imaculate Lamb of God, to awake presently, & self-preservation? O that I could persuade you by the tender Mercies of God, by that precious Blood of the Immaculate Lamb of God, to awake presently, cc n1? uh cst pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
184 and resolve to lose no more time, but set upon the work. and resolve to loose no more time, but Set upon the work. cc vvb pc-acp vvi dx dc n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
185 Oh that there were such a heart in you as you were truly willing to follow the gracious guidance of the Lord, O that there were such a heart in you as you were truly willing to follow the gracious guidance of the Lord, uh cst a-acp vbdr d dt n1 p-acp pn22 c-acp pn22 vbdr av-j j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
186 and to use those swéet and reasonable means which he hath prescribed in his word, that you may be ready for the day of the Lord, and to use those sweet and reasonable means which he hath prescribed in his word, that you may be ready for the day of the Lord, cc pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
187 for you will not be able to make any shift to kéep your souls from continual terrors, for you will not be able to make any shift to keep your Souls from continual terrors, c-acp pn22 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
188 as long as you remain in a Carnal and unregenerate condition; as long as you remain in a Carnal and unregenerate condition; c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt j cc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
189 let the sudden approach of death & judgment, continually move you, and the terrible apprehensions of the falling into those furious flames prapared for the wicked, rouse up your sléepy souls from sin and security How do you think to escape at the last day, you that never once trembled at the thoughts of that great day: let the sudden approach of death & judgement, continually move you, and the terrible apprehensions of the falling into those furious flames prapared for the wicked, rouse up your sleepy Souls from since and security How do you think to escape At the last day, you that never once trembled At the thoughts of that great day: vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j vvb pn22, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt j-vvg p-acp d j n2 vvn p-acp dt j, vvb a-acp po22 j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, pn22 cst av-x a-acp vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
190 let me perswade you to confirm your thoughts in the belief of this, that you shall suddenly appear at the Bar of Gods Iustice, let me persuade you to confirm your thoughts in the belief of this, that you shall suddenly appear At the Bar of God's justice, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
191 and there shall be brought to answer for thy déeds done in the flesh, whether good or evil, what then wilt thou be able to say before ye great God? then it will be too late to say; and there shall be brought to answer for thy Deeds done in the Flesh, whither good or evil, what then wilt thou be able to say before you great God? then it will be too late to say; cc pc-acp vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2 vdn p-acp dt n1, cs j cc j-jn, r-crq av vm2 pns21 vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 j np1? cs pn31 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
192 Lord be merciful to me a Sinner, then shall you wish too late, that you had done the good, Lord be merciful to me a Sinner, then shall you wish too late, that you had done the good, n1 vbb j p-acp pno11 dt n1, av vmb pn22 vvi av av-j, cst pn22 vhd vdn dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
193 and the acceptable will of God; & that you had left the Creature and served the Creator. and the acceptable will of God; & that you had left the Creature and served the Creator. cc dt j n1 pp-f np1; cc cst pn22 vhd vvn dt n1 cc vvd dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
194 Then shall you be ready to cry out: Then shall you be ready to cry out: av vmb pn22 vbi j pc-acp vvi av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
195 Woe is me, how shall I be able to bear this dreadful & heavy burthen of the Wrath of God: Woe is me, how shall I be able to bear this dreadful & heavy burden of the Wrath of God: n1 vbz pno11, q-crq vmb pns11 vbi j pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
196 Oh how shall I live among those scorching & never dying flames? How shall I be able to endure those fearful shrikes, O how shall I live among those scorching & never dying flames? How shall I be able to endure those fearful shrieks, uh q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d j-vvg cc av vvg n2? q-crq vmb pns11 vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
197 and sad complaints of those damned souls? and then beholding the swéet Harmony that is among the glorified Saints, their continual blessedness shall more amaze thée; and sad complaints of those damned Souls? and then beholding the sweet Harmony that is among the glorified Saints, their continual blessedness shall more amaze thee; cc j n2 pp-f d j-vvn n2? cc av vvg dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp dt vvn n2, po32 j n1 vmb av-dc vvi pno21; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
198 then wilt thou wish thou wert received into their swéet society: Then wilt thou be ready to say, Lord receive me into thy Kingdom. then wilt thou wish thou Wertenberg received into their sweet society: Then wilt thou be ready to say, Lord receive me into thy Kingdom. av vm2 pns21 vvi pns21 vbd2r vvn p-acp po32 j n1: av vm2 pns21 vbi j pc-acp vvi, n1 vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
199 But alas thou hadst thy good things in this life, therefore nothing but wrath and curse is thy portion, this will be thy condition unless thou in time consider, But alas thou Hadst thy good things in this life, Therefore nothing but wrath and curse is thy portion, this will be thy condition unless thou in time Consider, cc-acp uh pns21 vhd2 po21 j n2 p-acp d n1, av pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 vbz po21 n1, d vmb vbi po21 n1 cs pns21 p-acp n1 vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
200 and are fully prepared for the coming of the Bride. and Are Fully prepared for the coming of the Bride. cc vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 12
201 I would lay down a few helps and directions, to poor seduced and deluded souls that séeing their danger, they might also look out for a recovery. I would lay down a few helps and directions, to poor seduced and deluded Souls that seeing their danger, they might also look out for a recovery. pns11 vmd vvi a-acp dt d n2 cc n2, p-acp j vvn cc vvn n2 d vvg po32 n1, pns32 vmd av vvi av p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 13
202 1. Direction. Labour to get your selves established in this belief, yt the judgement of the great day is at hand, 1. Direction. Labour to get your selves established in this belief, that the judgement of the great day is At hand, crd n1. n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
203 and that you must answer for all your déeds done in the flesh: Friends s•ut not your eyes against the light. and that you must answer for all your Deeds done in the Flesh: Friends s•ut not your eyes against the Light. cc cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d po22 n2 vdn p-acp dt n1: n2 vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
204 If you do not believe such a day is at hand, you will never prepare for it, it is the Word of the God of truth; If you do not believe such a day is At hand, you will never prepare for it, it is the Word of the God of truth; cs pn22 vdb xx vvi d dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
205 certainly you dare not give him the lye; Certainly you Dare not give him the lie; av-j pn22 vvb xx vvi pno31 dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
206 John 5.28.29. The hour is coming, in which, all that are in their Graves shall hear his voice and shall come forth; John 5.28.29. The hour is coming, in which, all that Are in their Graves shall hear his voice and shall come forth; np1 crd. dt n1 vbz vvg, p-acp r-crq, d cst vbr p-acp po32 n2 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc vmb vvi av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
207 they that have done good, to the Resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, to the Resurrection of damnation. Heb. 9.27. It is appointed to all men once to die, and after death to Judgement. they that have done good, to the Resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, to the Resurrection of damnation. Hebrew 9.27. It is appointed to all men once to die, and After death to Judgement. pns32 cst vhb vdn j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 cst vhb vdn n-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
208 Nothing more true then this, and dare you live without the faith of this? 2. Direction. Make it the business of your lives to be ready for that day. Nothing more true then this, and Dare you live without the faith of this? 2. Direction. Make it the business of your lives to be ready for that day. np1 av-dc j cs d, cc vvb pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d? crd n1. vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 13
209 All other business should depend upon this, what else have you to do, but to provide for eternity, All other business should depend upon this, what Else have you to do, but to provide for eternity, av-d j-jn n1 vmd vvi p-acp d, r-crq av vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
210 & to use yt means prescribed in Gods word. & to use that means prescribed in God's word. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 vvz vvn p-acp npg1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
211 Remember when you awake every morning, you are nearer to eternity, and that the day of your account is at hand, remember when you awake every morning, you Are nearer to eternity, and that the day of your account is At hand, np1 c-crq pn22 vvb d n1, pn22 vbr jc p-acp n1, cc cst dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vbz p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
212 and when you go to bed, examine your hearts; what you have done in preparation for the last day are you ready for judgement, and when you go to Bed, examine your hearts; what you have done in preparation for the last day Are you ready for judgement, cc c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1, vvb po22 n2; r-crq pn22 vhb vdn p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1 vbr pn22 j p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
213 or are you not? Consider a while with your Souls? doth not ye Scripture say: or Are you not? Consider a while with your Souls? does not the Scripture say: cc vbr pn22 xx? np1 dt n1 p-acp po22 n2? vdz xx dt n1 vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
214 Except a man be born again, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God, John 3.3. Except a man be born again, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God, John 3.3. c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
215 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men love darkness rather then light, because their deeds are evil. And this is the condemnation, that Light is come into the world, and men love darkness rather then Light, Because their Deeds Are evil. cc d vbz dt n1, cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vvb n1 av-c cs vvi, c-acp po32 n2 vbr j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
216 Sée the case of the unprepared soul, at the great day, Mat. 25. Cast the unprofitable Servant into utter darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth. See the case of the unprepared soul, At the great day, Mathew 25. Cast the unprofitable Servant into utter darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth. vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd n1 dt j n1 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vmb vbi vvg cc vvg pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
217 But those mine enemies, who will not have me to reign over them, bring them hither and slay them before me, Mat. 22.12,13. Friend, how camest thou hither, not having a wedding Garment? and he was speechless: But those mine enemies, who will not have me to Reign over them, bring them hither and slay them before me, Mathew 22.12,13. Friend, how camest thou hither, not having a wedding Garment? and he was speechless: p-acp d po11 n2, r-crq vmb xx vhi pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 av cc vvi pno32 p-acp pno11, np1 crd. n1, q-crq vvd2 pns21 av, xx vhg dt n1 n1? cc pns31 vbds j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
218 then said the King to the servants bind him hand and foot, and take him away, cast him into utter darkness. then said the King to the Servants bind him hand and foot, and take him away, cast him into utter darkness. av vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb pno31 n1 cc n1, cc vvb pno31 av, vvd pno31 p-acp j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
219 Labour to be ready for the great day. Labour to be ready for the great day. n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 13
220 3. Direction. Get Faith and Repentance sown in thy heart, or else thou shalt never be accepted or justified by the blood of Christ: 3. Direction. Get Faith and Repentance sown in thy heart, or Else thou shalt never be accepted or justified by the blood of christ: crd n1. vvb n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1, cc av pns21 vm2 av-x vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 13
221 without Faith it is impossible to please God, and without Repentance no Salvation. without Faith it is impossible to please God, and without Repentance no Salvation. p-acp n1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi np1, cc p-acp n1 dx n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 13
222 Oh make not a light matter of sin and misery, lest thou be pressed by them into infernal flames, O make not a Light matter of since and misery, lest thou be pressed by them into infernal flames, uh vvb xx dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs pns21 vbb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 13
223 but Repent from the bottom of thy heart, and be grieved for this, that thou didst not repent sooner: but repent from the bottom of thy heart, and be grieved for this, that thou didst not Repent sooner: cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp d, cst pns21 vdd2 xx vvi av-c: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 13
224 turn to the Lord with thy whole heart, & let God be in all thy thoughts, then he will pardon and pass by all your iniquities, turn to the Lord with thy Whole heart, & let God be in all thy thoughts, then he will pardon and pass by all your iniquities, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 j-jn n1, cc vvb np1 vbi p-acp d po21 n2, cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp d po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 14
225 and receive you graciously, & prese• you as pure and spotless before the Throne 〈 ◊ 〉 his Father, and receive you graciously, & prese• you as pure and spotless before the Throne 〈 ◊ 〉 his Father, cc vvb pn22 av-j, cc n1 pn22 p-acp j cc j p-acp dt n1 〈 sy 〉 po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 14
226 & then you shall be taken into h• imbraces, and have his Banner of love sprea• over you. & then you shall be taken into h• embraces, and have his Banner of love sprea• over you. cc cs pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 n2, cc vhb po31 n1 pp-f n1 n1 p-acp pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 14
227 4. Direction. Let it be ye daily care of yo• souls to mortifie fleshly desires, and overcom• the world: 4. Direction. Let it be you daily care of yo• Souls to mortify fleshly Desires, and overcom• the world: crd n1. vvb pn31 vbb pn22 j n1 pp-f n1 n2 pc-acp vvi j n2, cc n1 dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
228 fleshly desires, & carnal self, wi• … draw you of from God. fleshly Desires, & carnal self, wi• … draw you of from God. j n2, cc j n1, n1 … vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
229 This therefore mu• … be the earnest work of thy life, to subdue th• flesh & to set light by this world & resist the devil yt would destroy thée: This Therefore mu• … be the earnest work of thy life, to subdue th• Flesh & to Set Light by this world & resist the Devil that would destroy thee: np1 av n1 … vbi dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 n1 cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 cc vvi dt n1 pn31 vmd vvi pno21: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
230 Live loose from a• things in this world, if you would be read• for another world, you must not live after th• flesh, Live lose from a• things in this world, if you would be read• for Another world, you must not live After th• Flesh, vvb j p-acp n1 n2 p-acp d n1, cs pn22 vmd vbi n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
231 but mortifie it by the spirit; but mortify it by the Spirit; cc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
232 Rom. 8.13 If you would be accepted in the last day, & b• able to give up your account with joy, th• … must be the course of your life; Rom. 8.13 If you would be accepted in the last day, & b• able to give up your account with joy, th• … must be the course of your life; np1 crd cs pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cc n1 j pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1, n1 … vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
233 then he hath promised to receive you graciously and to tak• you into his everlasting Rest. then he hath promised to receive you graciously and to tak• you into his everlasting Rest. cs pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 av-j cc p-acp n1 pn22 p-acp po31 j n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 14
234 5. Direction. As you renew your Life, s• daily renew your repentance, & do all your works, 5. Direction. As you renew your Life, s• daily renew your Repentance, & do all your works, crd n1. c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n1, n1 av-j vvb po22 n1, cc vdb d po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
235 as men that must be judged for them at the last day: O yt you would remember when temptations are upon you! as men that must be judged for them At the last day: Oh that you would Remember when temptations Are upon you! c-acp n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt ord n1: uh pn31 pn22 vmd vvi c-crq n2 vbr p-acp pn22! (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
236 how careful you should be of your words and thoughts, i• you seriously remember you must be judged for what you have done, how careful you should be of your words and thoughts, i• you seriously Remember you must be judged for what you have done, q-crq j pn22 vmd vbi pp-f po22 n2 cc n2, n1 pn22 av-j vvb pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vdn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
237 and give an account •or every talent received, certainly you would •ot be so vain; and give an account •or every talon received, Certainly you would •ot be so vain; cc vvi dt n1 vvi d n1 vvn, av-j pn22 vmd n1 vbi av j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
238 so carnal, and so dead to the •hings of God, were you fully convinced that •ou must answer for all, were God in all your •houghts, the devil would be under foot: so carnal, and so dead to the •hings of God, were you Fully convinced that •ou must answer for all, were God in all your •houghts, the Devil would be under foot: av j, cc av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbdr pn22 av-j vvd cst fw-fr vmb vvi p-acp d, vbdr np1 p-acp d po22 n2, dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
239 Oh •hat poor miserable souls would, before it be 〈 ◊ 〉 late, lay to heart these things, O •hat poor miserable Souls would, before it be 〈 ◊ 〉 late, lay to heart these things, uh av j j n2 vmd, c-acp pn31 vbb 〈 sy 〉 av-j, vvd p-acp n1 d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
240 and remem•er what they are born for, and what will 〈 ◊ 〉 the issue of an ungodly, careless, unre•enting life. and remem•er what they Are born for, and what will 〈 ◊ 〉 the issue of an ungodly, careless, unre•enting life. cc vvb r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, cc q-crq vmb 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 pp-f dt j, j, vvg n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 14
241 6. Direction. Be in this vigilent and obedi• … t course, that with confidence you may rest •pon God as a father, 6. Direction. Be in this vigilent and obedi• … tO course, that with confidence you may rest •pon God as a father, crd n1. vbb p-acp d j cc n1 … sy n1, cst p-acp n1 pn22 vmb vvi av np1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
242 and upon the promise of •cceptance, and remission, through the merits • … d intercession of Iesus Christ; and upon the promise of •cceptance, and remission, through the merits • … worser Intercession of Iesus christ; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n2 • … sy n1 pp-f np1 np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
243 Look up in •pe, to the glory that is set before you: serve •t droopingly, but with love, and joy, & filial •ar; Look up in •pe, to the glory that is Set before you: serve •t droopingly, but with love, and joy, & filial •ar; vvb a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn22: vvb av av-vvg, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
244 get into communion with the Saints, •ke heed you be not excluded by your unwor•y walking, left you be cast out of ye presence 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ & his Saints for ever. get into communion with the Saints, •ke heed you be not excluded by your unwor•y walking, left you be cast out of the presence 〈 ◊ 〉 christ & his Saints for ever. vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, vvb n1 pn22 vbb xx vvn p-acp po22 j n-vvg, vvd pn22 vbb vvn av pp-f dt n1 〈 sy 〉 np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
245 And that I •ight draw to a conclusion, I would say to •or sinners, judgment is near, be prepared, •st you bewail whent is to late. And that I •ight draw to a conclusion, I would say to •or Sinners, judgement is near, be prepared, •st you bewail whent is to late. cc cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp j n2, n1 vbz j, vbb vvn, vmb pn22 vvb vvn vbz p-acp j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
246 O yt ye Lord •uld open your eyes, & turn you to himself: •hen ye judgement day will not be dreadful 〈 ◊ 〉 you: O that you Lord •uld open your eyes, & turn you to himself: •hen you judgement day will not be dreadful 〈 ◊ 〉 you: sy pn31 pn22 n1 vmd vvi po22 n2, cc vvb pn22 p-acp px31: av pn22 n1 n1 vmb xx vbi j 〈 sy 〉 pn22: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
247 then your Saviour whom you have o• … ed, will not condemn you, but if you will 〈 ◊ 〉 obstinate, then your Saviour whom you have o• … ed, will not condemn you, but if you will 〈 ◊ 〉 obstinate, cs po22 n1 ro-crq pn22 vhb n1 … wd, vmb xx vvi pn22, cc-acp cs pn22 vmb 〈 sy 〉 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 14
248 when ye Lord Iesus Christ is re•aled from Heaven, with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, taking vengeance on the• … who know not God, when you Lord Iesus christ is re•aled from Heaven, with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, taking vengeance on the• … who know not God, c-crq pn22 n1 np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j-vvg n1, vvg n1 p-acp n1 … r-crq vvb xx np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
249 & obey not the Gospel 〈 ◊ 〉 our Lord Iesus Christ, you who have resisted his will, shall be punished with everlasting destruction, from the presence of ye Lor• … when the day of the Marriage of the La• … comes, & obey not the Gospel 〈 ◊ 〉 our Lord Iesus christ, you who have resisted his will, shall be punished with everlasting destruction, from the presence of you Lor• … when the day of the Marriage of the La• … comes, cc vvb xx dt n1 〈 sy 〉 po12 n1 np1 np1, pn22 r-crq vhb vvn po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn22 np1 … c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1 … vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
250 & ye reception of ye Saints into Glor• … then you who are not prepared for ye Brid•groom; & you reception of the Saints into Glor• … then you who Are not prepared for you Brid•groom; cc pn22 n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp np1 … cs pn22 r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp pn22 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
251 the door shall be shut against you, a• … though you cry: the door shall be shut against you, a• … though you cry: dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, n1 … cs pn22 vvb: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
252 Lord, Lord, open to us, y• … shall be repulsed with a verily I know you n• … when others long, hope, Lord, Lord, open to us, y• … shall be repulsed with a verily I know you n• … when Others long, hope, n1, n1, vvb p-acp pno12, n1 … vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt av-j pns11 vvb pn22 n1 … c-crq n2-jn vvb, vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
253 & wait for comfor• then shall you fear and tremble at the r•membrance of it. & wait for comfor• then shall you Fear and tremble At the r•membrance of it. cc vvi p-acp n1 av vmb pn22 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
254 And oh that the words co•tained in this little Book, might move so• … poor soul to a serious view of their lives a• … conversations, And o that the words co•tained in this little Book, might move so• … poor soul to a serious view of their lives a• … conversations, cc uh cst dt n2 vvn p-acp d j n1, vmd vvi n1 … j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 n1 … n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
255 whether they are those to wh• … ye Lord will say: whither they Are those to wh• … the Lord will say: cs pns32 vbr d p-acp n1 … dt n1 vmb vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
256 Woe to you wicked, you sh• … receive the fruit of your doings, yt you may 〈 ◊ 〉 time prepare for judgment, yt when ye time• … your departure is at hand, you may be abl• … look back on the good fight you have foght• … ye course you have finished, Woe to you wicked, you sh• … receive the fruit of your doings, that you may 〈 ◊ 〉 time prepare for judgement, that when you time• … your departure is At hand, you may be abl• … look back on the good fight you have foght• … the course you have finished, n1 p-acp pn22 j, pn22 n1 … vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2-vdg, pn31 pn22 vmb 〈 sy 〉 n1 vvb p-acp n1, pn31 c-crq pn22 n1 … po22 n1 vbz p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vbi n1 … vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pn22 vhb n1 … dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
257 & ye faith you ha• … kept, & may confidently conclude, ye hen• … forth there is laid up a crown for you of rig• … eousness, which ye Lord Iesus Christ ye Iu• … shall give you at ye last day, & you faith you ha• … kept, & may confidently conclude, you hen• … forth there is laid up a crown for you of rig• … eousness, which you Lord Iesus christ the Iu• … shall give you At the last day, cc pn22 n1 pn22 n1 … vvd, cc vmb av-j vvi, pn22 n1 … av a-acp vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22 pp-f n1 … n1-u, r-crq pn22 n1 np1 np1 dt np1 … vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt ord n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
258 & not to you on• … but to all them who love his appearing, t• … you may be able to say: & not to you on• … but to all them who love his appearing, t• … you may be able to say: cc xx p-acp pn22 n1 … cc-acp p-acp d pno32 r-crq n1 po31 vvg, n1 … pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
259 even so, Come L• … Jesus come quickly: Amen. FINIS. even so, Come L• … jesus come quickly: Amen. FINIS. av av, vvb np1 … uh-np vvb av-j: uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 15
260 The Sinners Sobs; OR, The Sinners Way to Sions Joy. The Sinners Sobs; OR, The Sinners Way to Zions Joy. dt n2 n2; cc, dt n2 n1 p-acp n2 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 16
261 Plainly demonstrating the absolute necessity of true godly sorrow for sin, and true confession of Sin. Acts 2.37. Plainly Demonstrating the absolute necessity of true godly sorrow for since, and true Confessi of Sin. Acts 2.37. av-j vvg dt j n1 pp-f j j n1 p-acp n1, cc j n1 pp-f np1 n2 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 16
262 Now when they heard this, they were pricked to their hearts, and said to Peter, and the other Apostles; Now when they herd this, they were pricked to their hearts, and said to Peter, and the other Apostles; av c-crq pns32 vvd d, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vvd p-acp np1, cc dt j-jn n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 16
263 Men and Brethren, what shall we do to be saved? Men and Brothers, what shall we do to be saved? n2 cc n2, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? (5) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 16
264 IN this Chapter you have an account of the effects of the Apostle Peter 's famous Sermon; IN this Chapter you have an account of the effects of the Apostle Peter is famous Sermon; p-acp d n1 pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 16
265 having told the Jews in the verses before my Text; having told the jews in the Verses before my Text; vhg vvn dt np2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po11 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 16
266 That they were the men that had crucified the Lord of Life, and shed the blood of God: That they were the men that had Crucified the Lord of Life, and shed the blood of God: cst pns32 vbdr dt n2 cst vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 16
267 that they had consented to it, and imbrewed their hands in it: thi• stung their consciences, and pricked thei• hearts; that they had consented to it, and imbrued their hands in it: thi• stung their Consciences, and pricked thei• hearts; cst pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn po32 n2 p-acp pn31: n1 vvd po32 n2, cc vvd n1 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 16
268 the Arrows of the Lord, whic• the Apostle had shot secretly into thei• souls, came home to their hearts an• consciences, that they could bear no lo•ger, the Arrows of the Lord, whic• the Apostle had shot secretly into thei• Souls, Come home to their hearts an• Consciences, that they could bear no lo•ger, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 dt n1 vhd vvn av-jn p-acp n1 n2, vvd av-an p-acp po32 ng1 n1 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi av-dx av-jc, (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 16
269 but came to Peter and the rest, an• said, What shall we do to be saved? but Come to Peter and the rest, an• said, What shall we do to be saved? cc-acp vvd p-acp np1 cc dt n1, n1 vvd, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? (5) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 16
270 The Doctrine which I would bries• speak to, from these words, is this: The Doctrine which I would bries• speak to, from these words, is this: dt n1 r-crq pns11 vmd n1 vvi p-acp, p-acp d n2, vbz d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 16
271 Doct. An unfeigned sorrow and co•trition of heart, conceived of Go• displeasure for Sin, is absolute• necessary to salvation. Doct. an unfeigned sorrow and co•trition of heart, conceived of Go• displeasure for since, is absolute• necessary to salvation. np1 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvn pp-f np1 n1 p-acp n1, vbz n1 j p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 16
272 This is that we call the beginning 〈 ◊ 〉 the Work of Grace, even in the bruisi• … of a sinners heart, under the sence of an• sin committed. This is that we call the beginning 〈 ◊ 〉 the Work of Grace, even in the bruisi• … of a Sinners heart, under the sense of an• since committed. d vbz cst pns12 vvb dt n-vvg 〈 sy 〉 dt vvi pp-f n1, av p-acp dt n1 … pp-f dt ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 16
273 To prove this to be absolutely n•cessary to salvation, not only Scriptur• but reason will tell us: To prove this to be absolutely n•cessary to salvation, not only Scriptur• but reason will tell us: pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp n1, xx av-j np1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pno12: (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
274 for Scriptur• see the 1 Corinth. 7. chap. 10. ver• Godly sorrow causeth Repentance u• … alvation. for Scriptur• see the 1 Corinth. 7. chap. 10. ver• Godly sorrow Causes Repentance u• … salvation. c-acp np1 vvb dt crd np1. crd n1 crd n1 j n1 vvz n1 n1 … n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
275 And as the Prophet Da• •n the bitterness of his spirit, said, Thou keepest my eyes waking, And as the Prophet Da• •n the bitterness of his Spirit, said, Thou Keepest my eyes waking, cc p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd, pns21 vv2 po11 n2 vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
276 and my sin is ever before me. and my since is ever before me. cc po11 n1 vbz av p-acp pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
277 If the Lord love a sinner, and means to do him good, he will not let •he sinner alone in his own sinful courses, •ut will fret him from his D•n, If the Lord love a sinner, and means to do him good, he will not let •he sinner alone in his own sinful courses, •ut will fret him from his D•n, cs dt n1 vvb dt n1, cc vvz pc-acp vdi pno31 j, pns31 vmb xx vvi av n1 av-j p-acp po31 d j n2, av vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
278 and •ruise him, and beat him as in a Morter: and •ruise him, and beatrice him as in a Mortar: cc vvb pno31, cc vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
279 what caused Davids sorrow, but his sin? •e had needed no restoring, had he not •een degraded. what caused Davids sorrow, but his since? •e had needed no restoring, had he not •een degraded. r-crq vvd npg1 n1, cc-acp po31 n1? n1 vhd vvn dx vvg, vhd pns31 xx vbn vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 16
280 Well then, Is this a work of Grace? •s this contrition and sorrow for Sin? 〈 ◊ 〉 beginning of repentance? then it must •eeds be of great necessity to salvation: Well then, Is this a work of Grace? •s this contrition and sorrow for since? 〈 ◊ 〉 beginning of Repentance? then it must •eeds be of great necessity to salvation: av av, vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1? ng1 d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1? 〈 sy 〉 n-vvg pp-f n1? cs pn31 vmb av vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 16
281 •or without repentance there is no salva•ion. •or without Repentance there is no salva•ion. n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz dx n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 16
282 Now that something might be hint•d, to put poor sinners in a way to this •nfeigned Sorrow and Contrition: Now that something might be hint•d, to put poor Sinners in a Way to this •nfeigned Sorrow and Contrition: av cst pi vmd vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 16
283 let me beg you in the bowels of love, ear•estly desiring your souls eternal wel•are, to meditate seriously on these three •hings, which will, let me beg you in the bowels of love, ear•estly desiring your Souls Eternal wel•are, to meditate seriously on these three •hings, which will, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av-j vvg po22 n2 j n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d crd n2, r-crq vmb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 16
284 if set home by the Spirit of God, help you to the after work, even Hearty Sorrow, and true Contrition. if Set home by the Spirit of God, help you to the After work, even Hearty Sorrow, and true Contrition. cs vvn av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pn22 p-acp dt a-acp n1, av j n1, cc j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 16
285 1. Look over your life past, and labour •o see the mercy, goodness, and patience of God, that hath been abused and despised by that unkind dealing of yours: 1. Look over your life past, and labour •o see the mercy, Goodness, and patience of God, that hath been abused and despised by that unkind dealing of yours: crd n1 p-acp po22 n1 j, cc n1 vdb vvi dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cst vhz vbn vvn cc j-vvn p-acp d j n-vvg pp-f png22: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
286 O• souls, remember the daies of old, and reckon up Gods gracious dealing with you; O• Souls, Remember the days of old, and reckon up God's gracious dealing with you; np1 n2, vvb dt n2 pp-f j, cc vvb a-acp n2 j n-vvg p-acp pn22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
287 were you ever in want, who supplied you? were you ever in weakness, who strengthened you? in sickness, who cured you? in miseries, who succoured you? in poverty, who relieved you? was it not the Lord? and how can you forget him, who forgot not you in you• low estate? will you reward the Lord thus? what shall I say of you? Hear, oh Heavens, and hearken oh Earth; were you ever in want, who supplied you? were you ever in weakness, who strengthened you? in sickness, who cured you? in misery's, who succored you? in poverty, who relieved you? was it not the Lord? and how can you forget him, who forgotten not you in you• low estate? will you reward the Lord thus? what shall I say of you? Hear, o Heavens, and harken o Earth; vbdr pn22 av p-acp n1, r-crq vvd pn22? vbr pn22 av p-acp n1, r-crq vvd pn22? p-acp n1, r-crq vvd pn22? p-acp n2, r-crq vvd pn22? p-acp n1, r-crq vvd pn22? vbds pn31 xx dt n1? cc q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pno31, r-crq vvd xx pn22 p-acp n1 j n1? vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 av? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pp-f pn22? vvb, uh n2, cc vvb uh n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
288 the Oxe knoweth his owner, and the As• his Masters Crib, and will not you acknowledge Gods kindness and goodness to you? Look into your Houses, go to your Tables, the Ox Knoweth his owner, and the As• his Masters Crib, and will not you acknowledge God's kindness and Goodness to you? Look into your Houses, go to your Tables, dt n1 vvz po31 n1, cc dt np1 po31 ng1 n1, cc vmb xx pn22 vvi n2 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22? n1 p-acp po22 n2, vvb p-acp po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
289 and your Beds, and say ▪ who gives these, and continues these? doth not the Lord: and your Beds, and say ▪ who gives these, and continues these? does not the Lord: cc po22 n2, cc vvi ▪ q-crq vvz d, cc vvz d? vdz xx dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
290 and yet Sin agains• this God: and yet since agains• this God: cc av n1 n1 d np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
291 certainly my friends, serious meditation on this, must break the heart, and cause sorrow for Sin: But Certainly my Friends, serious meditation on this, must break the heart, and cause sorrow for since: But av-j po11 n2, j n1 p-acp d, vmb vvi dt n1, cc n1 n1 p-acp n1: cc-acp (5) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 16
292 2. If the mercy, goodness, and patience of God, will not move or melt you• Consider it, (God is just too) if mercy cannot prevail, you shall have justice enough. 2. If the mercy, Goodness, and patience of God, will not move or melt you• Consider it, (God is just too) if mercy cannot prevail, you shall have Justice enough. crd cs dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, vmb xx vvi cc vvi n1 vvi pn31, (np1 vbz j av) cs n1 vmbx vvi, pn22 vmb vhi n1 av-d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 16
293 Take heed, oh hard-hearted and undaunted Sinners, the just law that hath been contemned, and those righteous statutes that have been broken, Take heed, o hardhearted and undaunted Sinners, the just law that hath been contemned, and those righteous statutes that have been broken, vvb n1, uh j cc j n2, dt j n1 cst vhz vbn vvn, cc d j n2 cst vhb vbn vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 16
294 and that God that hath been provoked by you, and will be revenged of you: and that God that hath been provoked by you, and will be revenged of you: cc cst np1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22, cc vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn22: (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 16
295 Where's Nimrod and Nebuchadnezzar, and Pharoah, and Herod, and all those proud persons that set their mouths against God, Where's Nimrod and Nebuchadnezzar, and Pharaoh, and Herod, and all those proud Persons that Set their mouths against God, q-crq|vbz np1 cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc d d j n2 cst vvb po32 n2 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 16
296 and their hearts against heaven, what's now become of them? they are now in the bottomless pit of Hell. and their hearts against heaven, what's now become of them? they Are now in the bottomless pit of Hell. cc po32 n2 p-acp n1, q-crq|vbz av vvn pp-f pno32? pns32 vbr av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 16
297 As the Apostle saith, Our God is a consuming fire, Heb. 12.29. And if my fire be kindled it shall burn to the bottom of Hell. As the Apostle Says, Our God is a consuming fire, Hebrew 12.29. And if my fire be kindled it shall burn to the bottom of Hell. p-acp dt n1 vvz, po12 n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, np1 crd. cc cs po11 n1 vbi vvn pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 16
298 Oh therefore meditate on the justice of God, provoked, lest thou art called to the Bar too soon, to answer for thy sins: O Therefore meditate on the Justice of God, provoked, lest thou art called to the Bar too soon, to answer for thy Sins: uh av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn, cs pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1 av av, pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 16
299 and certainly a serious Meditation here, must needs provoke an unfeigned Contrition. 3. Meditate on the cost and the punishment of sin: consider, O stubborn sinner! and Certainly a serious Meditation Here, must needs provoke an unfeigned Contrition. 3. Meditate on the cost and the punishment of since: Consider, Oh stubborn sinner! cc av-j dt j n1 av, vmb av vvi dt j n1. crd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1: vvb, uh j n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 16
300 what will sin cost you? Namely, those endless torments that cannot be conceiv'd: hath not the God of Heaven and Earth, with all his attributes, passed before you; what will since cost you? Namely, those endless torments that cannot be conceived: hath not the God of Heaven and Earth, with all his attributes, passed before you; q-crq vmb n1 vvi pn22? av, d j n2 cst vmbx vbi vvn: vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d po31 n2, vvn p-acp pn22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 16
301 to wit, his mercy, his goodness, his power, his long-suffering; to wit, his mercy, his Goodness, his power, his long-suffering; p-acp n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 16
302 hath not all these come to your hearts, and whispered in your ear, and said, bounty hath kept you, patience hath born with you, long-suffering hath endured you, mercy hath relieved you, the goodness of God hath been great unto you: hath not all these come to your hearts, and whispered in your ear, and said, bounty hath kept you, patience hath born with you, long-suffering hath endured you, mercy hath relieved you, the Goodness of God hath been great unto you: vhz xx d d vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc vvd p-acp po22 n1, cc vvd, n1 vhz vvn pn22, n1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, j vhz vvn pn22, n1 vhz vvn pn22, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn j p-acp pn22: (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 16
303 all these will bid you adiew, and say, Farewel damned Soul, you must pack hence to Hell: all these will bid you adieu, and say, Farewell damned Soul, you must pack hence to Hell: d d vmb vvi pn22 n1, cc vvi, n1 j-vvn n1, pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 16
304 to have fellowship with damned Ghosts, where you shall have everlasting pain, without one jot of pleasure: to have fellowship with damned Ghosts, where you shall have everlasting pain, without one jot of pleasure: pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, c-crq pn22 vmb vhi j n1, p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 16
305 continual sorrow, without one drop of joy. continual sorrow, without one drop of joy. j n1, p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 16
306 Conceive in thy soul, the just God cannot but justly be angry with you, and he will not let Sin go unpunished: Conceive in thy soul, the just God cannot but justly be angry with you, and he will not let since go unpunished: vvb p-acp po21 n1, dt j np1 vmbx p-acp av-j vbi j p-acp pn22, cc pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 vvi j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 16
307 and let the consideration of this fetch tears from thy eyes, and sorrow from thy heart. and let the consideration of this fetch tears from thy eyes, and sorrow from thy heart. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f d vvb n2 p-acp po21 n2, cc n1 p-acp po21 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 16
308 Meditation upon these things, if solid and serious, must needs cause a heart-breaking for sin: Meditation upon these things, if solid and serious, must needs cause a Heartbreaking for since: n1 p-acp d n2, cs j cc j, vmb av vvi dt j-jn p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 16
309 but to give you some Reasons, why there must be this piercing and wounding of Soul for Sin. but to give you Some Reasons, why there must be this piercing and wounding of Soul for Sin. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 d n2, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi d j-vvg cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 16
310 1. Reason. Because Sin is the greatest evil of the Soul, and the greatest burden also: 1. Reason. Because since is the greatest evil of the Soul, and the greatest burden also: crd n1. p-acp n1 vbz dt js n-jn pp-f dt n1, cc dt js n1 av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 16
311 that is most grievous, which is most heavy: that is most grievous, which is most heavy: cst vbz av-ds j, r-crq vbz av-ds j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 16
312 now as there is no evil, so properly and directly evil to the soul, as the evil of Sin: now as there is no evil, so properly and directly evil to the soul, as the evil of since: av c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n-jn, av av-j cc av-j j-jn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 16
313 so there is nothing that can properly do good to the Soul, but God: Now while a sinner comes to see his sin, he cannot sorrow for his Sin: so there is nothing that can properly do good to the Soul, but God: Now while a sinner comes to see his since, he cannot sorrow for his since: av pc-acp vbz pix cst vmb av-j vdi j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1: av cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vmbx n1 p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 16
314 now it is godly sorrow causeth Repentance unto life, as you may see in the 2 Cor. 7.10. now it is godly sorrow Causes Repentance unto life, as you may see in the 2 Cor. 7.10. av pn31 vbz j n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 16
315 And assuredly, the soul that sees not the evil of sin, shall fall by the evil of punishment. And assuredly, the soul that sees not the evil of since, shall fallen by the evil of punishment. np1 av-vvn, dt n1 cst vvz xx dt n-jn pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 16
316 2. Reason. Why unfeigned sorrow and contrition of heart for sin, is necessary to Salvation: 2. Reason. Why unfeigned sorrow and contrition of heart for since, is necessary to Salvation: crd n1. q-crq j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbz j p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 16
317 because by sound sorrow, the Soul is truly prepared and fitted for the Lord Jesus Christ; Because by found sorrow, the Soul is truly prepared and fitted for the Lord jesus christ; c-acp p-acp j n1, dt n1 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 16
318 as you may see in the 9. of the Prophet Jeremiah, and the 3. verse, Plow up the fallow ground of your hearts, and sow not among thorns. as you may see in the 9. of the Prophet Jeremiah, and the 3. verse, Blow up the fallow ground of your hearts, and sow not among thorns. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd pp-f dt n1 np1, cc dt crd n1, vvb a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc vvb xx p-acp n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 16
319 What is it else, but to have the heart pierced with the terrors of the Lord, by a sound, saving sorrow for sin? Plow up the corruptions, which are the Thorns and Thistles in your hearts, What is it Else, but to have the heart pierced with the terrors of the Lord, by a found, Saving sorrow for since? Blow up the corruptions, which Are the Thorns and Thistles in your hearts, q-crq vbz pn31 av, cc-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1, vvg n1 p-acp n1? vvb a-acp dt n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 16
320 as the Prophet David saith, Psalm 51.27. It's a broken and a Contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise: as the Prophet David Says, Psalm 51.27. It's a broken and a Contrite heart, Oh God, thou wilt not despise: c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, n1 crd. pn31|vbz dt j-vvn cc dt j n1, uh np1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 16
321 the heart must be broken all to pieces, even to powder, and must be content to be weaned from all sin, which is the way to be fitted for Jesus Christ. the heart must be broken all to Pieces, even to powder, and must be content to be weaned from all since, which is the Way to be fitted for jesus christ. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn d p-acp n2, av pc-acp vvi, cc vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 16
322 3. Reason. The soul cannot part with his Sins and Lusts, which are his God, 3. Reason. The soul cannot part with his Sins and Lustiest, which Are his God, crd n1. dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
323 until he find himself wearied with them, and as gall and worm-wood to him, and now this weariedness and burthen of Sin, must needs cause in the soul, a sound sorrow for it, until he find himself wearied with them, and as Gall and wormwood to him, and now this weariedness and burden of since, must needs cause in the soul, a found sorrow for it, c-acp pns31 vvb px31 vvn p-acp pno32, cc p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, cc av d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
324 before the soul sees the venemous and ugly nature of it, he is not willing to part with it: before the soul sees the venomous and ugly nature of it, he is not willing to part with it: p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
325 go to pull away the Adulterers Whores; and the Drunkards Pots, you had as good go kill them: go to pull away the Adulterers Whores; and the Drunkards Pots, you had as good go kill them: vvb pc-acp vvi av dt n2 n2; cc dt ng1 n2, pn22 vhd p-acp j vvi vvi pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
326 the reason is, because they find sweetness in those base courses, and they are all their delight: the reason is, Because they find sweetness in those base courses, and they Are all their delight: dt n1 vbz, c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d j n2, cc pns32 vbr d po32 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
327 but now when the Lord comes to lay a heavy weight upon this man's shoulder, those Sins which were so sweet before, he finds them now as bitter as gall and worm-wood, but now when the Lord comes to lay a heavy weight upon this Man's shoulder, those Sins which were so sweet before, he finds them now as bitter as Gall and wormwood, cc-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, d n2 r-crq vbdr av j a-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 av p-acp j c-acp n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
328 and now he lies down in sorrow, and crys out: and now he lies down in sorrow, and cries out: cc av pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvz av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
329 Oh! is Sin such a deadly killing evil, as it will certainly destroy body and soul in Hell? and is there no entring into Heaven with the guilt of these upon my soul? Good Lord, do what thou wilt with me, only take my soul and save me, Oh! is since such a deadly killing evil, as it will Certainly destroy body and soul in Hell? and is there not entering into Heaven with the guilt of these upon my soul? Good Lord, do what thou wilt with me, only take my soul and save me, uh vbz n1 d dt j j-vvg n-jn, c-acp pn31 vmb av-j vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1? cc vbz pc-acp xx vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp po11 n1? j n1, vdb r-crq pns21 vm2 p-acp pno11, av-j vvb po11 n1 cc vvb pno11, (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
330 and take away my lusts and corruptions from me. and take away my Lustiest and corruptions from me. cc vvb av po11 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno11. (5) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 16
331 Thus have you briefly the reasons of the Point, that this is the way of Gods working: Thus have you briefly the Reasons of the Point, that this is the Way of God's working: av vhb pn22 av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 16
332 That sorrow and Contrition of heart for Sin, is the way to conversion from Sin, and a turning to God. I proceed to application: That sorrow and Contrition of heart for since, is the Way to conversion from since, and a turning to God. I proceed to application: cst n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc dt vvg p-acp np1. pns11 vvb p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 16
333 The first shall be for instruction. The second for Reproof and Complaint. The third for Exhortation. The First shall be for instruction. The second for Reproof and Complaint. The third for Exhortation. dt ord vmb vbi p-acp n1. dt ord p-acp n1 cc n1. dt ord p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 16
334 1 Ʋse. Is it so? that this sorrow under the burthen and weight of Sin, will pierce a mans Soul to the quick, 1 Ʋse. Is it so? that this sorrow under the burden and weight of since, will pierce a men Soul to the quick, crd vvi. vbz pn31 av? cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
335 and grind him as it were to powder, being run through by the Arrows of the Almighty, and grind him as it were to powder, being run through by the Arrows of the Almighty, cc vvi pno31 c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi, vbg vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
336 and that is of so great necessity to be humbled, and soundly sorrowful for Sin: and that is of so great necessity to be humbled, and soundly sorrowful for since: cc d vbz pp-f av j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av-j j p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
337 then let this teach brethren how to carry themselves one towards another, even to such as God hath dealt thus withal. then let this teach brothers how to carry themselves one towards Another, even to such as God hath dealt thus withal. av vvb d vvi n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi px32 pi p-acp n-jn, av p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz vvn av av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
338 Are their Souls pierced? Oh, do you pity them! are their Souls pierced? O, do you pity them! vbr po32 n2 vvn? uh, vdb pn22 vvb pno32! (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
339 Do they lie down in sorrow, and eat the bread of adversity, and drink the water of affliction? Oh have compassion on them; Do they lie down in sorrow, and eat the bred of adversity, and drink the water of affliction? O have compassion on them; vdb pns32 vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? uh vhb n1 p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
340 See what the Lord says by Moses, Deuteronomy 22.1,2,3. See what the Lord Says by Moses, Deuteronomy 22.1,2,3. vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
341 If a man see his Neighbours Oxe, or his Ass fall into distress by the way, the Lord commandeth him to ease him, If a man see his Neighbours Ox, or his Ass fallen into distress by the Way, the Lord commands him to ease him, cs dt n1 vvi po31 ng1 n1, cc po31 n1 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
342 and succour him, nay, to lay aside all business, and not to hide himself from him: and succour him, nay, to lay aside all business, and not to hide himself from him: cc vvi pno31, uh-x, pc-acp vvi av d n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
343 hath the Lord commanded mercy to be shown to the unreasonable creatures, that is wearied with the weight he carries? hath the Lord care of Oxen? and oh! hath the Lord commanded mercy to be shown to the unreasonable creatures, that is wearied with the weight he carries? hath the Lord care of Oxen? and o! vhz dt n1 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz? vhz dt n1 n1 pp-f n2? cc uh! (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
344 wilt not thou help to ease the heart of thy Brother, that is thus tired with the wrath of the Almighty? do you see? and cannot you mourn for them, wilt not thou help to ease the heart of thy Brother, that is thus tired with the wrath of the Almighty? do you see? and cannot you mourn for them, vm2 xx pns21 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn? vdb pn22 vvi? cc vmbx pn22 vvi p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
345 and pray for them, and speak in the behalf of distressed souls? See what Job saith, Chap. 19. v. 21,22,23. Oh (saith he) that my sorrows were all weighed, they would prove heavier than the sands. and pray for them, and speak in the behalf of distressed Souls? See what Job Says, Chap. 19. v. 21,22,23. O (Says he) that my sorrows were all weighed, they would prove Heavier than the sands. cc vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2? n1 r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd n1 crd. uh (vvz pns31) d po11 n2 vbdr d vvn, pns32 vmd vvi jc cs dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
346 As if he had said, Oh my friends have pity upon me: What, have you no regard of a man in misery? have you no pity, As if he had said, O my Friends have pity upon me: What, have you no regard of a man in misery? have you no pity, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, uh po11 n2 vhb n1 p-acp pno11: q-crq, vhb pn22 dx n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1? vhb pn22 dx n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
347 though he cry in bitterness of soul, help, help, for the Lords sake: though he cry in bitterness of soul, help, help, for the lords sake: cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb, vvb, p-acp dt n2 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
348 Oh pray for, and pity those wounds and vexations of spirit, which no man feels but he that is thus wounded: O pray for, and pity those wounds and vexations of Spirit, which no man feels but he that is thus wounded: uh vvb p-acp, cc vvb d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq dx n1 vvz p-acp pns31 cst vbz av vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
349 the poor man lies crying under the burden of Sin, sighing and mourning, and saying. Oh when will it once be, that God will receive his drooping Soul: the poor man lies crying under the burden of since, sighing and mourning, and saying. O when will it once be, that God will receive his drooping Soul: dt j n1 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg cc vvg, cc vvg. uh q-crq vmb pn31 a-acp vbb, cst np1 vmb vvi po31 j-vvg n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
350 certainly it would make ones heart bleed to hear the swoundings away of such a man, that the sword of the Almighty hath pierced his heart, Certainly it would make ones heart bleed to hear the swoonings away of such a man, that the sword of the Almighty hath pierced his heart, av-j pn31 vmd vvi pi2 n1 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg av pp-f d dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
351 and he lies breathing out his sorrow, as though he was going down to Hell: and he lies breathing out his sorrow, as though he was going down to Hell: cc pns31 vvz vvg av po31 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbds vvg a-acp p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
352 It is a sign that soul is marked out for destruction himself, who harboureth such a desperate disdain against poor wounded Souls. It is a Signen that soul is marked out for destruction himself, who harboureth such a desperate disdain against poor wounded Souls. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst n1 vbz vvn av p-acp n1 px31, r-crq vvz d dt j n1 p-acp j j-vvn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
353 Oh could you see a Job smitten all over with boils, and lie miserably forlorn in the eyes of men, O could you see a Job smitten all over with boils, and lie miserably forlorn in the eyes of men, uh vmd pn22 vvi dt n1 vvn d a-acp p-acp n2, cc vvi av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
354 and would not you lend him a hand, nor mouth neither, to help him? can you endure to see them pricked to the heart? roaring and staring under the heavy yoke and burthen of their Sins crying out, What shall we do to be saved? Oh what shall we do to escape Hell and damnation, and would not you lend him a hand, nor Mouth neither, to help him? can you endure to see them pricked to the heart? roaring and staring under the heavy yoke and burden of their Sins crying out, What shall we do to be saved? O what shall we do to escape Hell and damnation, cc vmd xx pn22 vvi pno31 dt n1, ccx vvb av-dx, pc-acp vvi pno31? vmb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 vvd p-acp dt n1? vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvg av, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? uh q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
355 and those unsupportable and unquenchable flames of the wrath of God? canst thou stand still, and those unsupportable and unquenchable flames of the wrath of God? Canst thou stand still, cc d j cc j-u n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? vm2 pns21 vvi av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
356 and say or do nothing, or rather canst thou upbraid them? Oh soul! assuredly the Lord will remember thee in the day of thy death; and say or do nothing, or rather Canst thou upbraid them? O soul! assuredly the Lord will Remember thee in the day of thy death; cc vvi cc vdb pix, cc av-c vm2 pns21 vvi pno32? uh n1! av-vvn dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
357 and as thou hast shewed no mercy, so shalt thou receive no mercy in that day; and as thou hast showed no mercy, so shalt thou receive no mercy in that day; cc c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn dx n1, av vm2 pns21 vvi dx n1 p-acp d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
358 such willing and violent opposers of Gods Grace, the Lord will bring them one day on a B•d of languishing, such willing and violent opposers of God's Grace, the Lord will bring them one day on a B•d of languishing, d j cc j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
359 and make them roar by force, under the violence of his wrath. Oh friends! and make them roar by force, under the violence of his wrath. O Friends! cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. uh n2! (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
360 be troubled at others troubles, and mourn in secret, for them that mourn under the terrible burden of Sin. be troubled At Others Troubles, and mourn in secret, for them that mourn under the terrible burden of Sin. vbb vvn p-acp ng2-jn n2, cc vvi p-acp j-jn, p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 16
361 2 Ʋse. And here let me take a lamentation, in the Nature of Reproof, against the secure souls in the generation wherein we live; 2 Ʋse. And Here let me take a lamentation, in the Nature of Reproof, against the secure Souls in the generation wherein we live; crd av. cc av vvb pno11 vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
362 the Lord be merciful to a world of men, that live in the bosom of the Church: the Lord be merciful to a world of men, that live in the bosom of the Church: dt n1 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
363 Oh that we had a fountain of tears, to bewail this age, in this respect! O that we had a fountain of tears, to bewail this age, in this respect! uh cst pns12 vhd dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp d n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
364 As Diogenes went about Athens with a Lanthorn and Candle at noonday, to seek for honest men; As Diogenes went about Athens with a Lantern and Candle At noonday, to seek for honest men; p-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
365 so should a Minister go from Country to Country, and from Shire to Shire: so should a Minister go from Country to Country, and from Shire to Shire: av vmd dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
366 O how few would he find mourning for their Sins? Sin is so far from being a burthen, Oh how few would he find mourning for their Sins? since is so Far from being a burden, uh c-crq d vmd pns31 vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2? n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
367 or poison to them, that it is their sport and pastime; or poison to them, that it is their sport and pastime; cc vvi p-acp pno32, cst pn31 vbz po32 n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
368 just Esau like, what did he? when he had eat and drunk, he rose up to play, Genesis 25. How few are there like Ephraim who smite upon their thigh, just Esau like, what did he? when he had eat and drunk, he rose up to play, Genesis 25. How few Are there like Ephraim who smite upon their thigh, j np1 av-j, q-crq vdd pns31? c-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn, pns31 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi, n1 crd c-crq d vbr a-acp j np1 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
369 and cry out, What have I done? Men upon their Ale-benches can swear, and drink, and cry out, What have I done? Men upon their Ale benches can swear, and drink, cc vvb av, q-crq vhb pns11 vdn? n2 p-acp po32 n2 vmb vvi, cc vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
370 and rail against God, and defie the holy one of Israel: Oh but how few rail against their sins, and rail against God, and defy the holy one of Israel: O but how few rail against their Sins, cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb dt j pi pp-f np1: uh p-acp c-crq d vvb p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
371 and wish the death and destruction of them? How few cry out, Men and Brethren, what shall we do to be saved? but on the contrary (and Oh that it were soundly lamented for, and wish the death and destruction of them? How few cry out, Men and Brothers, what shall we do to be saved? but on the contrary (and O that it were soundly lamented for, cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32? c-crq d n1 av, n2 cc n2, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? p-acp p-acp dt n-jn (cc uh cst pn31 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
372 and reproved) many do despight to the Spirit of Grace and Glory, in those things for which they have cause to be ashamed: and reproved) many doe despite to the Spirit of Grace and Glory, in those things for which they have cause to be ashamed: cc vvn) d n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
373 Says the vile swearer I swore such a man out of his house? saith the drunkard, I drank such a man under the Table dead. Says the vile swearer I swore such a man out of his house? Says the drunkard, I drank such a man under the Table dead. vvz dt j n1 pns11 vvd d dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1? vvz dt n1, pns11 vvd d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
374 Oh sinners pray read that place of the Apostle, and there you may see your doom: O Sinners pray read that place of the Apostle, and there you may see your doom: uh n2 vvb vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc a-acp pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
375 I speak to impudent and incorrigible sinners: 2 Thes. 2.12. That all they might be damned, which believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness. I speak to impudent and incorrigible Sinners: 2 Thebes 2.12. That all they might be damned, which believe not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness. pns11 vvb p-acp j cc j n2: crd np1 crd. cst d pns32 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq vvb xx dt n1, cc-acp vhd n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
376 Methinks these words should shake a mans heart to think on them, the Lord in mercy look upon you, Methinks these words should shake a men heart to think on them, the Lord in mercy look upon you, vvz d n2 vmd vvi dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, dt n1 p-acp n1 vvb p-acp pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
377 and make sin as lothsom and bitter to you, as ever it hath been sweet and pleasant. and make since as loathsome and bitter to you, as ever it hath been sweet and pleasant. cc vvi n1 p-acp j cc j p-acp pn22, c-acp av pn31 vhz vbn j cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
378 O sport not your selves with Sin: O sport not your selves with since: sy vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
379 Consider Dives for a Drunken feast here, had a dry feast in Hell, and could not get one drop of water to cool his tongue: Consider Dives for a Drunken feast Here, had a dry feast in Hell, and could not get one drop of water to cool his tongue: vvb vvz p-acp dt j n1 av, vhd dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc vmd xx vvi crd n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
380 so will it be with you, you must either buckle and mourn for sin, or else burn for ever; so will it be with you, you must either buckle and mourn for since, or Else burn for ever; av vmb pn31 vbi p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, cc av vvb p-acp av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
381 what wilt thou do, O man, when God shall come to tear thee in pieces, what wilt thou do, Oh man, when God shall come to tear thee in Pieces, q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi, uh n1, c-crq np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
382 and there be none to help? when God shall grant the Devil leave to take thee into his accursed mansions, and there be none to help? when God shall grant the devil leave to take thee into his accursed mansions, cc pc-acp vbi pix pc-acp vvi? c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
383 and there shalt thou lie and weep and gnash thy teeth for ever, then thou shalt lie blaspheming, with Gods wrath like a pile of fire upon thy soul, burning with floods and Seas of tears, which thou mayest shed, shall never quench it: and there shalt thou lie and weep and gnash thy teeth for ever, then thou shalt lie blaspheming, with God's wrath like a pile of fire upon thy soul, burning with floods and Seas of tears, which thou Mayest shed, shall never quench it: cc a-acp vm2 pns21 vvi cc vvi cc vvi po21 n2 c-acp av, cs pns21 vm2 vvi vvg, p-acp ng1 n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvg p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi, vmb av-x vvi pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
384 which way soever thou lookest, thou shalt see matter and cause of everlasting grief, look up to Heaven, which Way soever thou Lookest, thou shalt see matter and cause of everlasting grief, look up to Heaven, r-crq n1 av pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2 vvi n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, vvb a-acp p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
385 and there thou shalt see (Oh) that God is gone for ever: and there thou shalt see (O) that God is gone for ever: cc a-acp pns21 vm2 vvi (uh) cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
386 Look about thee, and thou shalt see Devils about thee, and thou shalt see Devils quaking and cursing God, Look about thee, and thou shalt see Devils about thee, and thou shalt see Devils quaking and cursing God, vvb p-acp pno21, cc pns21 vm2 vvi n2 p-acp pno21, cc pns21 vm2 vvi n2 vvg cc vvg np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
387 and thousands, nay, millions of sinful damned creatures, crying and roaring out with doleful shrieks, Oh the day that ever I was born! and thousands, nay, millions of sinful damned creatures, crying and roaring out with doleful shrieks, O the day that ever I was born! cc crd, uh-x, crd pp-f j j-vvn n2, vvg cc vvg av p-acp j n2, uh dt n1 cst av pns11 vbds vvn! (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
388 Look within thee, there is a guilty Conscience, continually gnawing thee; Look within thee, there is a guilty Conscience, continually gnawing thee; n1 p-acp pno21, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, av-j vvg pno21; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
389 look to the time past, O those golden daies of grace, and sweet seasons of mercy are past and gone: look to the time past, Oh those golden days of grace, and sweet seasons of mercy Are past and gone: vvb p-acp dt n1 j, uh d j n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 pp-f n1 vbr j cc vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
390 Look to the time to come, and there shalt thou behold devils, troops and swarms of sorrow, woes, Look to the time to come, and there shalt thou behold Devils, troops and swarms of sorrow, woes, vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc a-acp vm2 pns21 vvi n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
391 and raging waves, and billows of wrath coming roaring upon thee; and raging waves, and billows of wrath coming roaring upon thee; cc j-vvg n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 vvg j-vvg p-acp pno21; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
392 flie from it, Oh souls before you feel it, bewail your selves, be sorry, grieve and mourn, humble your selves in the sight of the Lord, be pricked to the heart: fly from it, O Souls before you feel it, bewail your selves, be sorry, grieve and mourn, humble your selves in the sighed of the Lord, be pricked to the heart: vvb p-acp pn31, uh n2 p-acp pn22 vvb pn31, vvb po22 n2, vbb j, vvb cc vvi, vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
393 go tell God you cannot bear your sins, they are too heavy for you: much more the punishment: go tell God you cannot bear your Sins, they Are too heavy for you: much more the punishment: vvb vvb np1 pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2, pns32 vbr av j c-acp pn22: d av-dc dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
394 complain to him who is able to ease you: Oh vex not the righteous soul of the godly, from day to day: complain to him who is able to ease you: O vex not the righteous soul of the godly, from day to day: vvb p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22: uh vvb xx dt j n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
395 neither grieve the holy spirit of God, but be converted that ye may live: neither grieve the holy Spirit of God, but be converted that you may live: av-dx vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vbi vvn cst pn22 vmb vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
396 Cry mightily to the Lord, peradventure he may hear, and forget and forgive all your provocations; Cry mightily to the Lord, Peradventure he may hear, and forget and forgive all your provocations; vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi cc vvi d po22 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
397 weep, that you have lamented no more; and grieve that you have no more grieved for Sin. weep, that you have lamented no more; and grieve that you have no more grieved for Sin. vvb, cst pn22 vhb vvn dx dc; cc vvb cst pn22 vhb dx dc vvn p-acp np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 16
398 3. Ʋse, Is of exhortation, to exhort and beseech poor sinners that are under the command of the Prince of the power of the Air, who are strangers to God, aliens to the Covenant of promise, who have lived all this while without God in the world, to come in hither; 3. Ʋse, Is of exhortation, to exhort and beseech poor Sinners that Are under the command of the Prince of the power of the Air, who Are Strangers to God, aliens to the Covenant of promise, who have lived all this while without God in the world, to come in hither; crd n1, vbz pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr n2 p-acp np1, n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb vvn d d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp av; (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
399 and take the right way, to bring your hearts to a right pitch of sorrow: and take the right Way, to bring your hearts to a right pitch of sorrow: cc vvb dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
400 Let me tell you, it will never repent you at the last day, that you have had your heart humbled, it will never repent you that you have wept, Let me tell you, it will never Repent you At the last day, that you have had your heart humbled, it will never Repent you that you have wept, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pn31 vmb av-x vvi pn22 p-acp dt ord n1, cst pn22 vhb vhn po22 n1 vvn, pn31 vmb av-x vvi pn22 cst pn22 vhb vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
401 when the Lord comes to wipe away all tears from your eyes: hear what our blessed Saviour saith, Mat. 5.4. Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. when the Lord comes to wipe away all tears from your eyes: hear what our blessed Saviour Says, Mathew 5.4. Blessed Are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av d n2 p-acp po22 n2: vvb r-crq po12 j-vvn n1 vvz, np1 crd. vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
402 You had better now be wounded, than be everlastingly tormented: You had better now be wounded, than be everlastingly tormented: pn22 vhd j av vbi vvn, cs vbi av-j vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
403 Oh therefore if you desire ever to see the face of God with comfort, and to have Christ speak for you, break your hearts with sorrow for Sin soundly: O Therefore if you desire ever to see the face of God with Comfort, and to have christ speak for you, break your hearts with sorrow for since soundly: uh av cs pn22 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vhi np1 vvi p-acp pn22, vvb po22 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 av-j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
404 Oh for the Lords sake, do not couzen your souls, do not cheat your selves: O for the lords sake, do not cozen your Souls, do not cheat your selves: uh p-acp dt n2 n1, vdb xx vvi po22 n2, vdb xx vvi po22 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
405 it is not only the tears of the eye, but the blood of the heart, your sins must cost, it is not only the tears of the eye, but the blood of the heart, your Sins must cost, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po22 n2 vmb vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
406 and till you come to this, never think your sorrow is good: and till you come to this, never think your sorrow is good: cc c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp d, av-x vvb po22 n1 vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
407 This sorrow consists not in a bare rending of garments, or change of Apparel, or denying themselves those outward Ornaments, This sorrow consists not in a bore rending of garments, or change of Apparel, or denying themselves those outward Ornament, d n1 vvz xx p-acp dt j j-vvg pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg px32 d av-j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
408 as some people of late daies do foolishly conceive, who had been filled with desperate hypocrisie, having left off here, and gone no further: as Some people of late days do foolishly conceive, who had been filled with desperate hypocrisy, having left off Here, and gone no further: c-acp d n1 pp-f j n2 vdb av-j vvi, r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp j n1, vhg vvn a-acp av, cc vvn av-dx av-jc: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
409 but you must break your hearts, wound your selves here, and be driven into amazement for Sin, but you must break your hearts, wound your selves Here, and be driven into amazement for since, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2, vvb po22 n2 av, cc vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
410 or else it will live with you here, and in hell too: or Else it will live with you Here, and in hell too: cc av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 av, cc p-acp n1 av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
411 Oh therefor• when God begins to work, follow the blow, and say with the Prophet David, in the 3. Psalm, and the 2. verse, Our eyes are upon thee, till thou have mercy on us; O therefor• when God begins to work, follow the blow, and say with the Prophet David, in the 3. Psalm, and the 2. verse, Our eyes Are upon thee, till thou have mercy on us; uh n1 c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, vvb dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, p-acp dt crd np1, cc dt crd n1, po12 n2 vbr p-acp pno21, c-acp pns21 vhb n1 p-acp pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
412 get your Consciences wounded, and resolve not to hear the Counsel of carnal friends. get your Consciences wounded, and resolve not to hear the Counsel of carnal Friends. vvb po22 n2 vvn, cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
413 Go and lie at Gods footstool, and confess your Sins before him, for 'tis he that confesseth and forsaketh, shall find mercy: Go and lie At God's footstool, and confess your Sins before him, for it's he that Confesses and Forsaketh, shall find mercy: vvb cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp pn31|vbz pns31 cst vvz cc vvz, vmb vvi n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
414 and where there is this true and hearty confession, there must needs be a godly sorrow for Sin. and where there is this true and hearty Confessi, there must needs be a godly sorrow for Sin. cc c-crq pc-acp vbz d j cc j n1, pc-acp vmb av vbi dt j n1 p-acp np1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 16
415 To provoke you to it, let me leave you two or three Motives. To provoke you to it, let me leave you two or three Motives. pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 16
416 1. Consider. It is not a vain thing you are exhorted to, but that, upon which the life of your souls depend, 1. Consider. It is not a vain thing you Are exhorted to, but that, upon which the life of your Souls depend, crd vvb. pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp, cc-acp cst, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
417 for without a through sense, and pricking at the heart for Sin, there is no salvation from Sin; for without a through sense, and pricking At the heart for since, there is no salvation from since; c-acp p-acp dt a-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
418 he that would be Christs Disciple, must leave all he hath, Father and Mother, Wife and Children, all that's near and dear to him, he that would be Christ Disciple, must leave all he hath, Father and Mother, Wife and Children, all that's near and dear to him, pns31 cst vmd vbi npg1 n1, vmb vvi d pns31 vhz, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n2, d cst|vbz j cc j-jn p-acp pno31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
419 and take up the Cross and follow Christ. and take up the Cross and follow christ. cc vvb a-acp dt n1 cc vvi np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
420 He that would be a true convert, must both confess and grieve for Sin, as the Prophet Ezekiel saith, they shall remember their waies that were not good, and shall be ashamed. He that would be a true convert, must both confess and grieve for since, as the Prophet Ezekielem Says, they shall Remember their ways that were not good, and shall be ashamed. pns31 cst vmd vbi dt j vvi, vmb d vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 cst vbdr xx j, cc vmb vbi j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
421 Oh be perswaded, poor careless Sinners, to mind the check of your conscience within you, O be persuaded, poor careless Sinners, to mind the check of your conscience within you, uh vbb vvn, j j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
422 and the clear perspicuous light of the Gospel without you, and come among the number of mourners, to mourn for Sin: and the clear perspicuous Light of the Gospel without you, and come among the number of mourners, to mourn for since: cc dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
423 you may weep your eyes out hereafter to no purpose: better weep here a while, than for ever in Hell: you may weep your eyes out hereafter to no purpose: better weep Here a while, than for ever in Hell: pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 av av p-acp dx n1: av-jc vvi av dt n1, cs p-acp av p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
424 for our Lord Jesus hath said, Blessed are the mourners, for they shall be comforted. for our Lord jesus hath said, Blessed Are the mourners, for they shall be comforted. c-acp po12 n1 np1 vhz vvn, vvn vbr dt n2, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
425 Oh souls, these are not trivial things I press you to, the Lord make you serious in your sorrow for Sin, that it be such godly sorrow as worketh life and peace. O Souls, these Are not trivial things I press you to, the Lord make you serious in your sorrow for since, that it be such godly sorrow as works life and peace. uh n2, d vbr xx j n2 pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp, dt n1 vvb pn22 j p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbb d j n1 c-acp vvz n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 16
426 2. Consider. Deep and hearty sorrow for, and true confession of Sin, is a very honourable thing in the eyes of God, and good men: Oh souls! 2. Consider. Deep and hearty sorrow for, and true Confessi of since, is a very honourable thing in the eyes of God, and good men: O Souls! crd vvb. j-jn cc j n1 p-acp, cc j n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt av j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc j n2: uh n2! (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
427 it will tend to your everlasting honour and renown in the great day, when God shall acquit you before all the world, both Angels, Men, and Devils: it will tend to your everlasting honour and renown in the great day, when God shall acquit you before all the world, both Angels, Men, and Devils: pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po22 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d dt n1, d n2, n2, cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
428 and say, here, behold the ingenious confessor, and the true godly mourner! and say, Here, behold the ingenious confessor, and the true godly mourner! cc vvb, av, vvb dt j n1, cc dt j j n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
429 who was not ashamed to say, In Sin was I conceived, and in Iniquity brought forth. who was not ashamed to say, In since was I conceived, and in Iniquity brought forth. q-crq vbds xx j pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 vbds pns11 vvn, cc p-acp n1 vvd av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
430 This weeping soul have I comforted with my Spirit, and he stands justified by my Sons merit: This weeping soul have I comforted with my Spirit, and he Stands justified by my Sons merit: d vvg n1 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc pns31 vvz vvn p-acp po11 ng1 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
431 •le honour him with a Title that is bet•er than that of Sons and Daughters: •le honour him with a Title that is bet•er than that of Sons and Daughters: j n1 pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz jc cs d pp-f n2 cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
432 Come then, Oh souls, and be among the mourners in Zion, as ever you desire to be •omforted, Come then, O Souls, and be among the mourners in Zion, as ever you desire to be •omforted, vvb av, uh n2, cc vbb p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, c-acp av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
433 and as ever you would be so •ighly honoured. 3. Consider. Godly sorrow and confession of Sin, is a safe thing: and as ever you would be so •ighly honoured. 3. Consider. Godly sorrow and Confessi of since, is a safe thing: cc c-acp av pn22 vmd vbi av av-j vvn. crd vvb. j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 16
434 It is the •ure and safe way to Heaven and Glory. It is the •ure and safe Way to Heaven and Glory. pn31 vbz dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 16
435 •s it safe to contend with God? can bry•rs and thorns contend with God in battel? Is it safe to fall into the hand of the living God, with the guilt of all your Sins upon you? •s it safe to contend with God? can bry•rs and thorns contend with God in battle? Is it safe to fallen into the hand of the living God, with the guilt of all your Sins upon you? j pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? vmb n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2 p-acp pn22? (5) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 16
436 Now if all that I have said concerning this point be true, as I hope it is, according to the word of God: Now if all that I have said Concerning this point be true, as I hope it is, according to the word of God: av cs d cst pns11 vhb vvn vvg d n1 vbi j, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vbz, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
437 and if godly sorrow for Sin, be the way to forsake Sin, then surely it is a very safe way, and if godly sorrow for since, be the Way to forsake since, then surely it is a very safe Way, cc cs j n1 p-acp n1, vbb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, av av-j pn31 vbz dt av j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
438 and dare you leave your eternal estate at uncertainties: and Dare you leave your Eternal estate At uncertainties: cc vvb pn22 vvb po22 j n1 p-acp n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
439 Were you now to die, it would surely exceedingly startle you, to think you did not know whither you were a going: Were you now to die, it would surely exceedingly startle you, to think you did not know whither you were a going: vbdr pn22 av pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmd av-j av-vvg vvi pn22, pc-acp vvi pn22 vdd xx vvi c-crq pn22 vbdr dt vvg: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
440 into which of the two eternities you are launching, either to eternal perdition, or to an eternal fruition of the Heavenly Mansions: into which of the two eternities you Are launching, either to Eternal perdition, or to an Eternal fruition of the Heavenly Mansions: p-acp r-crq pp-f dt crd ng1 pn22 vbr vvg, av-d p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
441 The way to heaven is the safest way for your souls ease: The Way to heaven is the Safest Way for your Souls ease: dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp po22 n2 vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
442 and this way I have treated upon, viz. Godly sorrow, and heart-breaking for Sin, is that which the Saints and Servants of God, have found in their journey to heaven and Glory. and this Way I have treated upon, viz. Godly sorrow, and Heartbreaking for since, is that which the Saints and Servants of God, have found in their journey to heaven and Glory. cc d n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp, n1 j n1, cc j-jn p-acp n1, vbz d r-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vhb vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 16
443 Consider therefore, what hath bee• said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. Amen. FINIS. Consider Therefore, what hath bee• said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. Amen. FINIS. vvb av, r-crq vhz n1 vvn, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2. uh-n. fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 16
444 THE Swearer and the Drunkard, Two Brethren in Iniquity, Arraigned at the Bar. COnsidering the numberless number of those, who, calling themselves Protestants, discredit the Proteststant Religion; THE Swearer and the Drunkard, Two Brothers in Iniquity, Arraigned At the Bar. COnsidering the numberless number of those, who, calling themselves Protestants, discredit the Proteststant Religion; dt n1 cc dt n1, crd n2 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt np1 vvg dt j n1 pp-f d, r-crq, vvg px32 n2, vvb dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 28
445 who, because they have been Christned, as Simon Magus was, and received the Lords-Super, like Judas, and for company go to Church also, who, Because they have been Christened, as Simon Magus was, and received the Lords-Super, like Judas, and for company go to Church also, r-crq, c-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn, c-acp np1 np1 vbds, cc vvd dt j, j np1, cc p-acp n1 vvb p-acp n1 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
446 as Dogs do, are called Christians, as we call the Heathen Images Gods, yea, and being blinded by the Prince of darkness, think to be saved by Christ, as Dogs do, Are called Christians, as we call the Heathen Images God's, yea, and being blinded by the Prince of darkness, think to be saved by christ, c-acp n2 vdb, vbr vvn np1, c-acp pns12 vvb dt j-jn n2 n2, uh, cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
447 though the• take up arms against him: though the• take up arms against him: cs n1 vvb a-acp n2 p-acp pno31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
448 who are so graceless, that God is not in all their thoughts, unless to Blaspheme him, who Are so graceless, that God is not in all their thoughts, unless to Blaspheme him, r-crq vbr av j, cst np1 vbz xx p-acp d po32 n2, cs pc-acp vvi pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
449 and to spend his days in the Devils service; who justifie the wicked, and condemn the just; who call Zeal, Madness; and Religion, Foolishness; and to spend his days in the Devils service; who justify the wicked, and condemn the just; who call Zeal, Madness; and Religion, Foolishness; cc p-acp vvb po31 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1; q-crq vvb dt j, cc vvi dt j; q-crq vvb n1, n1; cc n1, n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
450 who love their Sins so much above their Souls, that they will mock their admonisher, scoff at the means to be saved, who love their Sins so much above their Souls, that they will mock their admonisher, scoff At the means to be saved, q-crq vvb po32 n2 av av-d p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, vvb p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
451 and make themselves bondslaves for an apple; and like Esau, sell their birth-right of Grace, for a mess of Pottage: and make themselves bondslaves for an apple; and like Esau, fell their birthright of Grace, for a mess of Pottage: cc vvi px32 n2 p-acp dt n1; cc av-j np1, vvb po32 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
452 who prefer the pleasing of their Pallats, before the saving of their Souls; who prefer the pleasing of their Palates, before the Saving of their Souls; r-crq vvb dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
453 who have not only cast off Religion, which should make them good men, but Reason also, that should make them men; who have not only cast off Religion, which should make them good men, but Reason also, that should make them men; r-crq vhb xx av-j vvn a-acp n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno32 j n2, cc-acp n1 av, cst vmd vvi pno32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
454 who wast Vertues faster then Riches, and Riches faster then any Vertues can get them; who do nothing else but sin, and make others sin too; who wast Virtues faster then Riches, and Riches faster then any Virtues can get them; who do nothing Else but since, and make Others since too; r-crq j n2 av-jc cs n2, cc n2 av-jc cs d n2 vmb vvi pno32; q-crq vdb pix av cc-acp n1, cc vvi n2-jn n1 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
455 who spend their time and Patrimonies in Riot, and upon Dice, Drabs, and Drunkenness: who place all their felicity in a Tavern, or Alehouse: who spend their time and Patrimonies in Riot, and upon Dice, Drabs, and drunkenness: who place all their felicity in a Tavern, or Alehouse: q-crq vvb po32 n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, n2, cc n1: r-crq n1 d po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
456 who desire not the reputation of Honesty, but of Goodfellowship: who, instead of quenching their thirst, drown their senses, and had rather leave their Wits, then their Wine behind them: who desire not the reputation of Honesty, but of Good fellowship: who, instead of quenching their thirst, drown their Senses, and had rather leave their Wits, then their Wine behind them: r-crq vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1: r-crq, av pp-f vvg po32 n1, vvb po32 n2, cc vhd av-c vvi po32 n2, cs po32 n1 p-acp pno32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
457 who place their Paradice in throats, Heaven in their Guts, and make their belly their God: who place their Paradise in throats, Heaven in their Guts, and make their belly their God: r-crq n1 po32 n1 p-acp n2, n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n1 po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
458 who being displeased with others, will flye in their makers face, and tear their Saviours Name in pieces with Oaths, who being displeased with Others, will fly in their makers face, and tear their Saviors Name in Pieces with Oaths, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp n2-jn, vmb vvi p-acp po32 ng1 n1, cc vvi po32 ng1 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
459 and Erecrations, as being worse then a mad dog, who flyeth in his masters face who keeps him: and Erecrations, as being Worse then a mad dog, who flies in his Masters face who keeps him: cc n2, c-acp vbg av-jc cs dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n1 r-crq vvz pno31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
460 who swear and curse, even out of custom, as Curs back, and have so sworn away all Grace, that they will count it a Grace to swear; who swear and curse, even out of custom, as Curs back, and have so sworn away all Grace, that they will count it a Grace to swear; r-crq vvb cc vvi, av av pp-f n1, c-acp ng1 n1, cc vhb av vvn av d n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
461 and being reproved for swearing, they will swear they swore not: who will do what God forbids, yet confidently hope to escape what he threatens: and being reproved for swearing, they will swear they swore not: who will do what God forbids, yet confidently hope to escape what he threatens: cc vbg vvn p-acp vvg, pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vvd xx: r-crq vmb vdi r-crq np1 vvz, av av-j vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
462 who will do the Devils work, and yet expect Christs wages, expect that Heaven should meet them at their last hour, who will do the Devils work, and yet expect Christ wages, expect that Heaven should meet them At their last hour, r-crq vmb vdi dt ng1 n1, cc av vvi npg1 n2, vvb d n1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po32 ord n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
463 when all their life long they have galloped in the beaten road towards Hell: when all their life long they have galloped in the beaten road towards Hell: c-crq d po32 n1 av-j pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
464 who expect to have Christ their Redéemer and Advocate, when their Consciences tells them, that they seldom remember him, but to Blaspheme him; who expect to have christ their Redeemer and Advocate, when their Consciences tells them, that they seldom Remember him, but to Blaspheme him; r-crq vvb pc-acp vhi np1 po32 n1 cc n1, c-crq po32 n2 vvz pno32, cst pns32 av vvb pno31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
465 and more often name him in their Oaths and Curses, then in their Prayers: who think their wickedness is unséen, because it is unpunished, and therefore live like beasts, and more often name him in their Oaths and Curses, then in their Prayers: who think their wickedness is unseen, Because it is unpunished, and Therefore live like beasts, cc av-dc av vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av p-acp po32 n2: r-crq vvb po32 n1 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbz j, cc av vvb av-j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
466 because they think they shall dye like beasts. Because they think they shall die like beasts. c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi av-j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 28
467 Considering, I say, the swarms, legions, and millions of these persons, and fore-seeing the sad effects which will unavoidably ensue such wicked courses, Considering, I say, the swarms, legions, and millions of these Persons, and Foreseeing the sad effects which will avoidable ensue such wicked courses, vvg, pns11 vvb, dt n2, n2, cc crd pp-f d n2, cc j dt j n2 r-crq vmb av-j vvi d j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 28
468 if not timely prevented by a serious and speedy repentance. if not timely prevented by a serious and speedy Repentance. cs xx av-j vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 28
469 I have therefore drawn up this charge against Drunkards and Swearers, to the end that they may be convinced of the odiousness of their practises, I have Therefore drawn up this charge against Drunkards and Swearers, to the end that they may be convinced of the odiousness of their practises, pns11 vhb av vvn a-acp d n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 28
470 and diswaded from those sinful courses, which if wilfully persisted in, will prove distructive both to soul and body. and dissuaded from those sinful courses, which if wilfully persisted in, will prove destructive both to soul and body. cc vvd p-acp d j n2, r-crq cs av-j vvn p-acp, vmb vvi j av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 28
471 And first to speak of Drunkenness, which is, as I may say, the Queen of sins, the root of all evil, the rot of all good, a sin which turns a man wholly into sin, that it were far better, to be a Toad, And First to speak of drunkenness, which is, as I may say, the Queen of Sins, the root of all evil, the rot of all good, a since which turns a man wholly into since, that it were Far better, to be a Toad, cc ord pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, r-crq vbz, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f d n-jn, dt n1 pp-f d j, dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 av-jn p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbdr av-j jc, pc-acp vbi dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
472 or a Serpent, then a drunkard; for the drunkard is like Ahab, who sold himself to work wickedness: or a Serpent, then a drunkard; for the drunkard is like Ahab, who sold himself to work wickedness: cc dt n1, cs dt n1; p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j np1, r-crq vvd px31 pc-acp vvi n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
473 he wholy dedicates, resigns, surrenders himself to serve sin and Satan: he wholly dedicates, resigns, surrenders himself to serve since and Satan: pns31 av-jn vvz, vvz, n2 px31 pc-acp vvi n1 cc np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
474 his only imployment is to drink, drab, quarrel, swear, curse, scoff, slander, and seduce, as if sin were his Trade, his only employment is to drink, drab, quarrel, swear, curse, scoff, slander, and seduce, as if since were his Trade, po31 j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, n1, n1, vvb, vvb, n1, n1, cc vvi, c-acp cs n1 vbdr po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
475 and he would do nothing else; and he would do nothing Else; cc pns31 vmd vdi pix av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
476 like the Devil, who was a sinner from the begining, and a sinner to the end. like the devil, who was a sinner from the beginning, and a sinner to the end. av-j dt n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
477 These Sons of Belial are for the belly, for to drink God out of their hearts, health out of their bodies, wit out of their heads, strength out of their joynts, all their money out of their pockets, wife and children out of doors, the land out of quiet, plenty out of the Nation, is all their practice: These Sons of Belial Are for the belly, for to drink God out of their hearts, health out of their bodies, wit out of their Heads, strength out of their Joints, all their money out of their pockets, wife and children out of doors, the land out of quiet, plenty out of the nation, is all their practice: np1 n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 av pp-f po32 n2, n1 av pp-f po32 n2, n1 av pp-f po32 n2, n1 av pp-f po32 n2, d po32 n1 av pp-f po32 n2, n1 cc n2 av pp-f n2, dt n1 av pp-f j-jn, n1 av pp-f dt n1, vbz d po32 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
478 in which their swinish swillings, they resemble so many Frogs in a puddle, or Water-shakes in a pend, in which their swinish swillings, they resemble so many Frogs in a puddle, or Water-shakes in a pend, p-acp r-crq po32 j n2, pns32 vvb av d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp dt vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
479 for their whole exercise, yea, Religion, is to drink: they even drown themselves on the dry land. for their Whole exercise, yea, Religion, is to drink: they even drown themselves on the dry land. p-acp po32 j-jn n1, uh, n1, vbz pc-acp vvi: pns32 av vvb px32 p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
480 And as drunkards have lost the prerogative of their Creation, being changed with Nebuchadnez•r, Dan. 4.16. from Men into Beasts, so they turn the Sanctuary of Life, into the Shamble of Death: And as drunkards have lost the prerogative of their Creation, being changed with Nebuchadnez•r, Dan. 4.16. from Men into Beasts, so they turn the Sanctuary of Life, into the Shamble of Death: cc c-acp n2 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vbg vvn p-acp vvb, np1 crd. p-acp n2 p-acp n2, av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
481 Yea, thousands, when they have made up the measure of their wickedness, are taken away in Gods just Wrath, in their drink, it faring with them, Yea, thousands, when they have made up the measure of their wickedness, Are taken away in God's just Wrath, in their drink, it faring with them, uh, crd, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vbr vvn av p-acp ng1 j n1, p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vvg p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
482 as it did with the Pope, whom the Devil is said to have slain in the very instant of his Adoltry, as it did with the Pope, whom the devil is said to have slave in the very instant of his Adoltry, c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp dt n1, ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt j n-jn pp-f po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
483 and carry him quick to Hell: and carry him quick to Hell: cc vvi pno31 j p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
484 some Drunkards being suddenly strook with Death, as if the Execution were no less intended to the Soul, then to the Body: Some Drunkards being suddenly strook with Death, as if the Execution were no less intended to the Soul, then to the Body: d n2 vbg av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr av-dx av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
485 And no wonder, for Drunkards are indéed the Devils Captains, at his comand, and ready to do his will, he rules over, And no wonder, for Drunkards Are indeed the Devils Captains, At his command, and ready to do his will, he rules over, cc dx n1, c-acp n2 vbr av dt ng1 n2, p-acp po31 vvi, cc j pc-acp vdi po31 n1, pns31 vvz a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
486 and works in them his pleasure, 2 Tim. 2.26. Eph. 2.2. He enters into them, and puts into their hearts what he will have them to do, John 13.2. Acts 5.3. He opens their mouths, and speaks in, and by them, Gen 1.3,4. He being their Father, their King, and their God, Gen. 3.15. John 12.31. 2 Cor. 4.4. and works in them his pleasure, 2 Tim. 2.26. Ephesians 2.2. He enters into them, and puts into their hearts what he will have them to do, John 13.2. Acts 5.3. He Opens their mouths, and speaks in, and by them, Gen 1.3,4. He being their Father, their King, and their God, Gen. 3.15. John 12.31. 2 Cor. 4.4. cc vvz p-acp pno32 po31 n1, crd np1 crd. np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz p-acp po32 n2 r-crq pns31 vmb vhi pno32 pc-acp vdi, np1 crd. vvz crd. pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz p-acp, cc p-acp pno32, np1 crd. pns31 vbg po32 n1, po32 n1, cc po32 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
487 And which is worst of all, Drunkenness not only duls, and dams up the head and spirits with mud, And which is worst of all, drunkenness not only duls, and dams up the head and spirits with mud, cc r-crq vbz js pp-f d, n1 xx av-j vvz, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
488 but it bestiates the heart, and being worse then the sting of an Aspe, poysoneth the very Soul and Reason of a man: but it bestiates the heart, and being Worse then the sting of an Asp, poisoneth the very Soul and Reason of a man: cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1, cc vbg jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
489 whereby the faculties and organs of resolution and Repentance, are so corrupted, and captivated, that it makes men utterly uncapable of returning, whereby the faculties and organs of resolution and Repentance, Are so corrupted, and captivated, that it makes men utterly uncapable of returning, c-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr av vvn, cc vvn, cst pn31 vvz n2 av-j j pp-f vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
490 unless God should work a greater miracle upon them, then was the Creating of the whole world. unless God should work a greater miracle upon them, then was the Creating of the Whole world. cs np1 vmd vvi dt jc n1 p-acp pno32, av vbds dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
491 These agents for the Devil [ Drunkards ] practice nothing but the Art of Debauching men, These agents for the devil [ Drunkards ] practice nothing but the Art of Debauching men, np1 n2 p-acp dt n1 [ ng1 ] n1 pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
492 for to turn others into beasts: They will make themselves Devils, wherein they have a notable dexterity; for to turn Others into beasts: They will make themselves Devils, wherein they have a notable dexterity; c-acp pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n2: pns32 vmb vvi px32 n2, c-crq pns32 vhb dt j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
493 as 'tis wonderful to see how they will wind men in, and draw men on, by drinking: as it's wondered to see how they will wind men in, and draw men on, by drinking: c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n2 p-acp, cc vvi n2 a-acp, p-acp vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
494 first, a health to such a man, then to such a woman my Mistress, then to every one's Mistress; First, a health to such a man, then to such a woman my Mistress, then to every one's Mistress; ord, dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, av p-acp d dt n1 po11 n1, av p-acp d pig n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
495 then to such a Lord or Lady, their Master, their Captain, Comander, &c. And never cease till their Brains, their Wits, their Tongues, their Eyes, their Féet, their Sences, then to such a Lord or Lady, their Master, their Captain, Commander, etc. And never cease till their Brains, their Wits, their Tongues, their Eyes, their Feet, their Senses, av p-acp d dt n1 cc n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, n1, av cc av-x vvb p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
496 and all their Members fail them: and all their Members fail them: cc d po32 n2 vvi pno32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
497 They will drink till they vomit up their shame again, like a filthy Dog, or lye wallowing in their beastliness, like a bruitish Swine: They will drink till they vomit up their shame again, like a filthy Dog, or lie wallowing in their beastliness, like a brutish Swine: pns32 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vvi a-acp po32 n1 av, av-j dt j n1, cc vvb vvg p-acp po32 n1, av-j dt j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
498 they thi•k nothing too much to do, or spend, that they may make a Sober man a Drunkard, they thi•k nothing too much to do, or spend, that they may make a Sobrium man a Drunkard, pns32 vvb pix av av-d pc-acp vdi, cc vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
499 or make a Religious man excéed his bounds, at which they will, and rejoyce, as at the devision of a spoil: or make a Religious man exceed his bounds, At which they will, and rejoice, as At the division of a spoil: cc vvi dt j n1 vvi po31 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb, cc vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
500 But what a Barbarous, Graceless, and Antichristian-like practice is this, to make it their glory pastime, But what a Barbarous, Graceless, and Antichristian-like practice is this, to make it their glory pastime, cc-acp q-crq dt j, j, cc j n1 vbz d, pc-acp vvi pn31 po32 n1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
501 and delight, to sée God dishonoured, his Spirit grieved, his Name blaspheamed, his Creatures abused, themselves and their friends Souls damned: and delight, to see God dishonoured, his Spirit grieved, his Name blasphemed, his Creatures abused, themselves and their Friends Souls damned: cc n1, pc-acp vvi np1 vvn, po31 n1 vvd, po31 n1 vvn, po31 n2 vvn, px32 cc po32 n2 n2 vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
502 yet such is their wickedness, and so pernicious are they, that to damn their own Souls is the least part of their mischief, yet such is their wickedness, and so pernicious Are they, that to damn their own Souls is the least part of their mischief, av d vbz po32 n1, cc av j vbr pns32, cst pc-acp vvi po32 d n2 vbz dt ds n1 pp-f po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
503 for they draw vengeance upon thousands, by seducing some, and giving ill examples to others: so that one Drunkard makes a multitude, being like the Bramble, Jude 9.15. which first set it self on fire, and then fired all the wood; for they draw vengeance upon thousands, by seducing Some, and giving ill Examples to Others: so that one Drunkard makes a multitude, being like the Bramble, U^de 9.15. which First Set it self on fire, and then fired all the wood; c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp crd, p-acp vvg d, cc vvg j-jn n2 p-acp ng2-jn: av cst pi n1 vvz dt n1, vbg av-j dt n1, np1 crd. r-crq ord vvd pn31 n1 p-acp n1, cc av vvd d dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
504 or like a malicious man sick of the Plague, that runs into the throng, to disperse his Infection. or like a malicious man sick of the Plague, that runs into the throng, to disperse his Infection. cc av-j dt j n1 j pp-f dt n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
505 And this shews that they not only partake of the Devils nature, but they are very Devils in the likeness of men, And this shows that they not only partake of the Devils nature, but they Are very Devils in the likeness of men, cc d vvz cst pns32 xx av-j vvi pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
506 and that the very wickedness of one that feareth God, is far better then the good intreaty of a Drunkard: and that the very wickedness of one that fears God, is Far better then the good entreaty of a Drunkard: cc cst dt j n1 pp-f pi cst vvz np1, vbz av-j av-jc cs dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
507 yet the Drunkard is so pleasing a Murtherer, that he tickles a man to death, and makes him like Solomons Fool, dye laughing: yet the Drunkard is so pleasing a Murderer, that he tickles a man to death, and makes him like Solomons Fool, die laughing: av dt n1 vbz av vvg dt n1, cst pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno31 av-j np1 n1, vvb vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
508 whence it is that many, who hate their other enemies, yea, and their friends too, imbrace this enemy, whence it is that many, who hate their other enemies, yea, and their Friends too, embrace this enemy, c-crq pn31 vbz cst d, r-crq vvb po32 j-jn n2, uh, cc po32 n2 av, vvi d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
509 because he kisseth when he betrayeth: Because he Kisses when he betrayeth: c-acp pns31 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
510 Hence it is also, that thousands have confest at the Gallows, I had never come to this, but for such a Drunkard; Hence it is also, that thousands have confessed At the Gallows, I had never come to this, but for such a Drunkard; av pn31 vbz av, cst crd vhb vvn p-acp dt n2, pns11 vhd av-x vvn p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp d dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
511 for commonly the Drunkards Progress, is, from Luxury, to Beggery, from Beggery, to Thievery, from the Tavern to Tiborn, for commonly the Drunkards Progress, is, from Luxury, to Beggary, from Beggary, to Thievery, from the Tavern to Tiborn, c-acp av-j dt ng1 n1, vbz, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
512 and from the Ale-house, to the Gallows. and from the Alehouse, to the Gallows. cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
513 Thus these bawds & panders of Vice, breath nothing but infection and study nothing but their own and other mens destruction. Thus these bawds & panders of Vice, breath nothing but infection and study nothing but their own and other men's destruction. av d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n1 pix cc-acp n1 cc vvb pix p-acp po32 d cc j-jn ng2 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
514 The Drunkard is like Julian the Apostate, who never did a man a courtesie, but it was to damn his Soul: The Drunkard is like Julian the Apostate, who never did a man a courtesy, but it was to damn his Soul: dt n1 vbz av-j np1 dt n1, r-crq av-x vdd dt n1 dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
515 but little do they think how they advance their own damnation, when the blood of so many Souls as they have drawn away, will be required at their hands; but little do they think how they advance their own damnation, when the blood of so many Souls as they have drawn away, will be required At their hands; cc-acp av-j vdb pns32 vvi c-crq pns32 vvb po32 d n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f av d n2 c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av, vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
516 for let these Tempters know that they do not more encrease mens wickedness on earth, (whether by perswasion, for let these Tempters know that they do not more increase men's wickedness on earth, (whither by persuasion, p-acp vvb d ng1 vvb d pns32 vdb xx av-dc vvi ng2 n1 p-acp n1, (cs p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
517 or provocation, or example) then their associates wickedness shall increase their damnation in Hell, Luke 16.27,28. or provocation, or Exampl) then their associates wickedness shall increase their damnation in Hell, Lycia 16.27,28. cc n1, cc n1) cs po32 n2 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1, av crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 28
518 Now it were endless to repeat the vain babling, scurrilous jesting, wicked talking, impious sweating and cursing of the drunken crew when they are got together in a Tipling house, where they sit all day in troops, doing that in earnest, which we have seen boys do in sport, stand on their heads, Now it were endless to repeat the vain babbling, scurrilous jesting, wicked talking, impious sweating and cursing of the drunken crew when they Are god together in a Tippling house, where they fit all day in troops, doing that in earnest, which we have seen boys do in sport, stand on their Heads, av pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt j n-vvg, j n-vvg, j n-vvg, j j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt j n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-crq pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp n2, vdg d p-acp n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn n2 vdb p-acp n1, vvb p-acp po32 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
519 and shake their heels against heaven: and shake their heels against heaven: cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
520 where, even to hear how the Fame of the Lord Iesus is pierced, and how Gods Fame blaspheamed, would make a sober man to tremble. where, even to hear how the Fame of the Lord Iesus is pierced, and how God's Fame blasphemed, would make a Sobrium man to tremble. c-crq, av pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz vvn, cc c-crq npg1 n1 vvn, vmd vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
521 A Drunkards tongue is like the sayl of a Wind-mill; A Drunkards tongue is like the sail of a Windmill; dt ng1 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
522 for as a great gale of wind whirleth the sayls about, so abundance of drink whirleth his tongue about, for as a great gale of wind whirleth the sails about, so abundance of drink whirleth his tongue about, c-acp c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n2 a-acp, av n1 pp-f n1 vvz po31 n1 a-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
523 and kéeps it in continual motion: and keeps it in continual motion: cc vvz pn31 p-acp j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
524 now he rails, now he scoffs, now he lies now he slanders, now he seduces, talks bawdy swears, bans, foams, now he rails, now he scoffs, now he lies now he slanders, now he seduces, talks bawdy swears, bans, foams, av pns31 vvz, av pns31 vvz, av pns31 vvz av pns31 vvz, av pns31 vvz, vvz j vvz, n2, n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
525 and cannot be quiet till his tongue be wormed: and cannot be quiet till his tongue be wormed: cc vmbx vbi j-jn p-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
526 so that from the begining to the end he beleheth forth nothing but what is as far from Truth, Piet•, Reason and Modesty, so that from the beginning to the end he beleheth forth nothing but what is as Far from Truth, Piet•, Reason and Modesty, av cst p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz av pix cc-acp r-crq vbz a-acp av-j p-acp n1, np1, n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
527 as Heaven is from the Earth. as Heaven is from the Earth. c-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
528 Oh the beastliness which burns in their unchast and impure minds, that smoaks out of their poluted mouths: O the beastliness which burns in their unchaste and impure minds, that smokes out of their polluted mouths: uh dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po32 j cc j n2, cst vvz av pp-f po32 j-vvn n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
529 a man would think that even the Devil himself should blush to hear his child so task: a man would think that even the devil himself should blush to hear his child so task: dt n1 vmd vvi cst av dt n1 px31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
530 yea, did any sober man but hear, and sée, and smell, and know what is done in these Taverns and Ale-houses, you would wonder that the earth could bear the houses, yea, did any Sobrium man but hear, and see, and smell, and know what is done in these Taverns and Alehouses, you would wonder that the earth could bear the houses, uh, vdd d j n1 cc-acp vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvb r-crq vbz vdn p-acp d n2 cc n2, pn22 vmd vvi d dt n1 vmd vvi dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
531 or the Sun endure to look upon them. or the Sun endure to look upon them. cc dt n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
532 The Land doth every where abound with these Caterpillars, so that in Country and City thousands may be found, who do in shear drink, spend all the cloaths on their beds and backs, they drink the very blood of their Wives and Children, who are néer famished, to satisfie the Drunkards throat or gut, wherein they are worse then Infidels or Canibals, 1 Tim. 5.8. Much more might be spoken against the wicked and abominable practises of Drunkards, for the Drunkard is like some putrid Grave, the deeper you dig, the fuller you shall find him, both of stench and horrour; The Land does every where abound with these Caterpillars, so that in Country and city thousands may be found, who do in shear drink, spend all the clothes on their Beds and backs, they drink the very blood of their Wives and Children, who Are near famished, to satisfy the Drunkards throat or gut, wherein they Are Worse then Infidels or Cannibals, 1 Tim. 5.8. Much more might be spoken against the wicked and abominable practises of Drunkards, for the Drunkard is like Some putrid Grave, the Deeper you dig, the fuller you shall find him, both of stench and horror; dt n1 vdz d c-crq vvi p-acp d n2, av cst p-acp n1 cc n1 crd vmb vbi vvn, r-crq vdb p-acp vvi vvi, vvb d dt n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 cc n1, c-crq pns32 vbr av-jc cs n2 cc n2, crd np1 crd. av-d dc vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j d j j, dt jc-jn pn22 vvi, dt jc pn22 vmb vvi pno31, d pp-f n1 cc n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
533 or like Hercules 's Monster, wherein were fresh heads, still arising one after the cutting off another. or like Hercules is Monster, wherein were fresh Heads, still arising one After the cutting off Another. cc av-j np1 vbz n1, c-crq vbdr j n2, av vvg pi p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
534 But there needs no more then this last, to make any wise man, or any that love their own souls to detest, But there needs no more then this last, to make any wise man, or any that love their own Souls to detest, p-acp a-acp av dx dc cs d ord, pc-acp vvi d j n1, cc d cst vvb po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
535 and beware these Bawds and Pandors of Vice, that breath nothing but infection, and study nothing but their own and other mens destruction. and beware these Bawds and Panders of Vice, that breath nothing but infection, and study nothing but their own and other men's destruction. cc vvb d n2 cc ng1 pp-f n1, cst n1 pix cc-acp n1, cc vvb pix p-acp po32 d cc j-jn ng2 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 28
536 Thus I have unmasked their faces, that they may appear odious to themselves and others: and I have declaimed against Drunkenness, that men may become sober; Thus I have unmasked their faces, that they may appear odious to themselves and Others: and I have declaimed against drunkenness, that men may become Sobrium; av pns11 vhb vvn po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi j p-acp px32 cc n2-jn: cc pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, cst n2 vmb vvi j; (6) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
537 for Vices true picture, makes us Vice detest. Oh that I had dehortation answerable to my detestation of it: for Vices true picture, makes us Vice detest. O that I had dehortation answerable to my detestation of it: p-acp n2 j n1, vvz pno12 n1 vvi. uh cst pns11 vhd n1 j p-acp po11 n1 pp-f pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
538 And, Oh that every drunkard would take warning hereby and be perswaded, if not for Gods sake, And, O that every drunkard would take warning hereby and be persuaded, if not for God's sake, cc, uh cst d n1 vmd vvi vvg av cc vbb vvn, cs xx p-acp npg1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
539 yet for their souls and bodies sake, to leave their immoderate drinking, and to live godly, righteously, and soberly in the World. yet for their Souls and bodies sake, to leave their immoderate drinking, and to live godly, righteously, and soberly in the World. av p-acp po32 n2 cc ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j n-vvg, cc pc-acp vvi j, av-j, cc av-j p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
540 Consider what I say, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. Consider what I say, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. np1 r-crq pns11 vvb, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 28
541 I come now to speak to the prophane Swearer, by reason of whose oaths, the Land mourns, Jer. 23.10. I come now to speak to the profane Swearer, by reason of whose Oaths, the Land mourns, Jer. 23.10. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f rg-crq n2, dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
542 For indeed Swearing is a sin that hath so much over-spread the whole Nation, that it is almost grown as customary a thing, both to young and old, to swear, as to speak; For indeed Swearing is a since that hath so much overspread the Whole nation, that it is almost grown as customary a thing, both to young and old, to swear, as to speak; p-acp av vvg vbz dt n1 cst vhz av d j dt j-jn n1, cst pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp j dt n1, av-d p-acp j cc j, pc-acp vvi, c-acp pc-acp vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
543 yet of all other sins, this sin of swearing is most inexcusable. yet of all other Sins, this since of swearing is most inexcusable. av pp-f d j-jn n2, d n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz av-ds j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 28
544 1. Because it is a Sin, from which of all other Sins, we have most power of abstinence: 1. Because it is a since, from which of all other Sins, we have most power of abstinence: crd p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq pp-f d j-jn n2, pns12 vhb av-ds n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
545 for if men were forced to pay ten groats for every oath they swear, as the Law enjoyneth: for if men were forced to pay ten groats for every oath they swear, as the Law enjoineth: c-acp cs n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi crd n2 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb, c-acp dt n1 vvz: (6) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
546 or if they were sure to have their tongues cut out, which is too light a punishment for this Sin, damnation being the due penalty thereof as the Apostle sets it down, James 5.12. they both could, and would leave it. or if they were sure to have their tongues Cut out, which is too Light a punishment for this since, damnation being the due penalty thereof as the Apostle sets it down, James 5.12. they both could, and would leave it. cc cs pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvn av, r-crq vbz av j dt n1 p-acp d n1, n1 vbg dt j-jn n1 av p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp, np1 crd. pns32 d vmd, cc vmd vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 28
547 2. Because it is a Sin, to which, of all other sins, we have the least temptation, 2. Because it is a since, to which, of all other Sins, we have the least temptation, crd p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq, pp-f d j-jn n2, pns12 vhb dt ds n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
548 for all that men can expect by it, is the suspition of being common Lyers, by being common Swearers: for all that men can expect by it, is the suspicion of being Common Liars, by being Common Swearers: p-acp d d n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, vbz dt n1 pp-f vbg j n2, p-acp vbg j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
549 It brings not so much as any apearance of good, to induce us: It brings not so much as any appearance of good, to induce us: pn31 vvz xx av av-d c-acp d n1 pp-f j, pc-acp vvi pno12: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
550 For whereas other Sins have their several baits to allure us, some the bait of profit, some of honour, some of pleasure, this sin is destitute of them all, For whereas other Sins have their several baits to allure us, Some the bait of profit, Some of honour, Some of pleasure, this since is destitute of them all, c-acp cs j-jn n2 vhb po32 j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, d dt n1 pp-f n1, d pp-f n1, d pp-f n1, d n1 vbz j pp-f pno32 d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
551 and only brings much loss here: and only brings much loss Here: cc av-j vvz d n1 av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
552 namely, of Credit, and a good Conscience, and the loss of Gods favour, and the Kingdom of Heaven hereafter; namely, of Credit, and a good Conscience, and the loss of God's favour, and the Kingdom of Heaven hereafter; av, pp-f n1, cc dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
553 which is of more value then ten thousand Worlds: which is of more valve then ten thousand World's: r-crq vbz pp-f dc n1 cs crd crd n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
554 which shews that men love this Sin, only, because it is a great Sin, and Swear, out of meer malice to, and contempt of God; which shows that men love this since, only, Because it is a great since, and Swear, out of mere malice to, and contempt of God; r-crq vvz d n2 vvb d n1, av-j, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc vvb, av pp-f j n1 p-acp, cc n1 pp-f np1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
555 which is most fearful, and (as a man would think) should make it unpardonable: which is most fearful, and (as a man would think) should make it unpardonable: r-crq vbz av-ds j, cc (c-acp dt n1 vmd vvi) vmd vvi pn31 j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
556 I am sure the Psalmist hath a terrible word for all such, if they would take notice of it, Psal. 25.3. Let them be confounded that transgress without a cause. I am sure the Psalmist hath a terrible word for all such, if they would take notice of it, Psalm 25.3. Let them be confounded that transgress without a cause. pns11 vbm j dt n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp d d, cs pns32 vmd vvi n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd. vvb pno32 vbi vvn cst vvb p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
557 O that men would seriously repent of this their sin, and forsake it lest the Lord should deal by them, O that men would seriously Repent of this their since, and forsake it lest the Lord should deal by them, sy d n2 vmd av-j vvi pp-f d po32 n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
558 as he hath threatned, Deut. 28 58,59. as he hath threatened, Deuteronomy 28 58,59. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
559 that if we do not fear and dread his Glorious and Fearful Name, the Lord our God, he will make our plague wonderful, that if we do not Fear and dread his Glorious and Fearful Name, the Lord our God, he will make our plague wondered, cst cs pns12 vdb xx vvi cc vvi po31 j cc j n1, dt n1 po12 n1, pns31 vmb vvi po12 n1 j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
560 and of a long continuance, and th• plagues of our posterity: and of a long Continuance, and th• plagues of our posterity: cc pp-f dt j n1, cc n1 n2 pp-f po12 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
561 but woe is me, m• take so little notice of the number of the• Oaths and Curses, that they will not acknowledge they did swear or curse at all: but woe is me, m• take so little notice of the number of the• Oaths and Curses, that they will not acknowledge they did swear or curse At all: cc-acp n1 vbz pno11, n1 vvb av j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi p-acp d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
562 yea, thoug• the• be taken in the manner, and told of it, y• they will not believe it, yea, thoug• the• be taken in the manner, and told of it, y• they will not believe it, uh, n1 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pp-f pn31, n1 pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
563 though all that a• present can witness the same, and Satan also who himself will one day be a swift witne• against swearers, Mal. 3.5. though all that a• present can witness the same, and Satan also who himself will one day be a swift witne• against swearers, Malachi 3.5. cs d cst n1 j vmb vvi dt d, cc np1 av r-crq n1 vmb crd n1 vbb dt j n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
564 For of all oth• … Sinners the Lord will not hold him guiltie that taketh his Name in vain, For of all oth• … Sinners the Lord will not hold him guilty that Takes his Name in vain, p-acp pp-f d n1 … n2 dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 j cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
565 as the th• Commandment tells us, Exod. 20.7. as the th• Commandment tells us, Exod 20.7. c-acp dt n1 n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
566 But fares with common Swearers, as with desperate persons, desperately diseased, whose exer•ments, and filth comes from them at unawares for as by much labour ye hand is so hardned th• it hath no sence of labour; But fares with Common Swearers, as with desperate Persons, desperately diseased, whose exer•ments, and filth comes from them At unawares for as by much labour you hand is so hardened th• it hath no sense of labour; p-acp vvz p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp j n2, av-j vvn, rg-crq n2, cc n1 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp av-j c-acp c-acp p-acp d n1 pn22 n1 vbz av vvn n1 pn31 vhz dx n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
567 so their much swearing causeth such a brawny skin of sencelessness to over-spread the heart, memory, so their much swearing Causes such a brawny skin of sencelessness to overspread the heart, memory, av po32 d vvg vvz d dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j dt n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
568 and Conscience, that the Swearer sweareth unwillingly, and having sworn, hath no remembrance of his oath, much less repentance for his Sin But some who are a little civilized, will think to excuse themselves by aledging, that if the• did swear, it was but faith and troth, by o• … Lady, by this light, and Conscience, that the Swearer Sweareth unwillingly, and having sworn, hath no remembrance of his oath, much less Repentance for his since But Some who Are a little civilized, will think to excuse themselves by alleging, that if the• did swear, it was but faith and troth, by o• … Lady, by this Light, cc n1, cst dt n1 vvz av-j, cc vhg vvn, vhz dx n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d av-dc n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc-acp d r-crq vbr dt j vvn, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp vvg, cst cs n1 vdd vvi, pn31 vbds p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 … n1, p-acp d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
569 or the like, which they sa• is no great matter. or the like, which they sa• is no great matter. cc dt j, r-crq pns32 n1 vbz dx j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
570 To whom I answer, though blind sensualists, that have no other guide, but the flesh, may deem, To whom I answer, though blind sensualists, that have no other guide, but the Flesh, may deem, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb, cs j n2, cst vhb dx j-jn n1, cc-acp dt n1, vmb vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
571 or dream it to be but a mite, a mote, a matter of nothing, yet such as have the least knowledge of the Law of God, or dream it to be but a mite, a mote, a matter of nothing, yet such as have the least knowledge of the Law of God, cc vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pix, av d c-acp vhb dt ds n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
572 or skill in Scripture, well know that God expresly forbids it, and that upon pain of Damnation, Jam. 12.5. and that Christ commands us not to swear at all, in our ordinary Communication, saying: or skill in Scripture, well know that God expressly forbids it, and that upon pain of Damnation, Jam. 12.5. and that christ commands us not to swear At all, in our ordinary Communication, saying: cc n1 p-acp n1, av vvb cst np1 av-j vvz pn31, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc cst np1 vvz pno12 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, p-acp po12 j n1, vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
573 that whatsoever is more then yea, yea, or nay, nay, cometh of evil, Mat. 5.34,35. If the matter be light and vain, we must not swear at all: that whatsoever is more then yea, yea, or nay, nay, comes of evil, Mathew 5.34,35. If the matter be Light and vain, we must not swear At all: cst r-crq vbz av-dc av uh, uh, cc uh-x, uh-x, vvz pp-f j-jn, np1 crd. cs dt n1 vbb j cc j, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp d: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
574 if so weighty, that we may lawfully swear, as before a Magistrate, being caled to it, if so weighty, that we may lawfully swear, as before a Magistrate, being called to it, cs av j, cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n1, vbg vvn p-acp pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
575 then we must only use the glorious name of our God, in a holy & religious manner; then we must only use the glorious name of our God, in a holy & religious manner; cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt j cc j n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
576 as you may see, Deut. 6.13. Jer. 5.7. Isa. 45.23. Josh. 23.7. Exod. 23.13. And the reasons thereof are weighty, if we look into them: as you may see, Deuteronomy 6.13. Jer. 5.7. Isaiah 45.23. Josh. 23.7. Exod 23.13. And the Reasons thereof Are weighty, if we look into them: c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. cc dt n2 av vbr j, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
577 for in swearing, by Faith, our Lady, the Light, or any other Creature, you ascribe that unto the said Creature, which is only proper to God: for in swearing, by Faith, our Lady, the Light, or any other Creature, you ascribe that unto the said Creature, which is only proper to God: c-acp p-acp vvg, p-acp n1, po12 n1, dt n1, cc d j-jn n1, pn22 vvb cst p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz av-j j p-acp np1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
578 namely, to know your heart, and to be a discerner of secret things: namely, to know your heart, and to be a discerner of secret things: av, pc-acp vvi po22 n1, cc pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
579 Why else should you call the Creature as a witness unto your Conscience, that you speak the truth, Why Else should you call the Creature as a witness unto your Conscience, that you speak the truth, uh-crq av vmd pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, cst pn22 vvb dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
580 and lye not? which only belongeth to God. And therefore the Lord calls it a forsaking of him: and lie not? which only belongeth to God. And Therefore the Lord calls it a forsaking of him: cc vvb xx? r-crq av-j vvz p-acp np1. cc av dt n1 vvz pn31 av vvg pp-f pno31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
581 As mark well what he saith, Jer. 5.7. As mark well what he Says, Jer. 5.7. c-acp n1 av r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
582 How shall I spare thee, for these thy Children have forsaken me, and sworn by them that are no Gods. And do you make it a small matter to forsake God, How shall I spare thee, for these thy Children have forsaken me, and sworn by them that Are no God's And do you make it a small matter to forsake God, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21, c-acp d po21 n2 vhb vvn pno11, cc vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr dx n2 cc vdb pn22 vvi pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
583 and make a God of the Creature. and make a God of the Creature. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
584 Will you believe the Prophet Amos, who speaking of them that swore by the Sin of Samaria, saith that they shall fall and never rise again, Amos 8.14. A terible place to vain swearers: Will you believe the Prophet Amos, who speaking of them that swore by the since of Samaria, Says that they shall fallen and never rise again, Amos 8.14. A terrible place to vain swearers: n1 pn22 vvi dt n1 np1, r-crq vvg pp-f pno32 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz d pns32 vmb vvi cc av-x vvb av, np1 crd. dt j n1 p-acp j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
585 Yea in swearing by any Creature, we do invocate the Creature, and ascribe to it divine Worship, a lawful oath being a kind of invocation, Yea in swearing by any Creature, we do invocate the Creature, and ascribe to it divine Worship, a lawful oath being a kind of invocation, uh p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, pns12 vdb vvi dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31 j-jn n1, dt j n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
586 and a part of Gods Worship: and a part of God's Worship: cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
587 Yea, whatsoever we swear by, that we invocate, both as our Witness, Surety, and Iudge, Heb. 6.16. Yea, whatsoever we swear by, that we invocate, both as our Witness, Surety, and Judge, Hebrew 6.16. uh, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, cst pns12 vvb, d c-acp po12 n1, n1, cc n1, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
588 and by consequence Deifie it, by ascribing, and communicating unto it Gods incomunicable Atributes, as his Omnipresence, and by consequence Deify it, by ascribing, and communicating unto it God's incomunicable Attributes, as his Omnipresence, cc p-acp n1 vvi pn31, p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp pn31 n2 j n2, c-acp po31 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
589 and Omnisciency, of being every where present, and knowing the secrets, thoughts, and intenteons of the heart: and Omnisciency, of being every where present, and knowing the secrets, thoughts, and intenteons of the heart: cc n1, pp-f vbg d r-crq j, cc vvg dt n2-jn, n2, cc j pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
590 and likewise an Omnipotency, as being Almighty, in patronizing, protecting, defending, and rewarding us for speaking the truth, and likewise an Omnipotency, as being Almighty, in patronizing, protecting, defending, and rewarding us for speaking the truth, cc av dt n1, c-acp vbg j-jn, p-acp j-vvg, vvg, vvg, cc vvg pno12 p-acp vvg dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
591 or punishing us if we speak falsly: all which are so peculiar to God, as that they can no way be comunicated, or ascribed to another: or punishing us if we speak falsely: all which Are so peculiar to God, as that they can no Way be communicated, or ascribed to Another: cc vvg pno12 cs pns12 vvb av-j: d r-crq vbr av j p-acp np1, c-acp cst pns32 vmb dx n1 vbb vvn, cc vvn p-acp j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
592 so that in swearing by an• of these things, thou comitest a high degree of gross Idolatry, thou spoylest, so that in swearing by an• of these things, thou comitest a high degree of gross Idolatry, thou spoilest, av cst p-acp vvg p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, pns21 vv2 dt j n1 pp-f j n1, pns21 vv2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
593 and robest God of his Glory, (the most impious kind of theft) and in a manner dethronest him, and Robbed God of his Glory, (the most impious kind of theft) and in a manner dethronest him, cc vv2 n1 pp-f po31 n1, (dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1) cc p-acp dt n1 j pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
594 and placest an Idol in his room: and placest an Idol in his room: cc vv2 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
595 neither are we to joyn any other with God in our oaths, for in so doing, we make base Idols, neither Are we to join any other with God in our Oaths, for in so doing, we make base Idols, d vbr n1 pc-acp vvi d n-jn p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp p-acp av vdg, pns12 vvb j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
596 and filthy Creatures corrivals in honour, and competitours in the throne of Iustice, with the Lord, who is Creator of heaven and earth, and filthy Creatures corrivals in honour, and competitors in the throne of justice, with the Lord, who is Creator of heaven and earth, cc j n2 n2 p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
597 and the Iudge, and sole Monarch of the World: Or, in case we do, our doom shall be reamidiless: and the Judge, and sole Monarch of the World: Or, in case we do, our doom shall be reamidiless: cc dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1: cc, p-acp n1 pns12 vdb, po12 n1 vmb vbi j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
598 for the Lord threatneth by the Prophet Zephany, that he will cut off them that swear by the Lord, for the Lord threatens by the Prophet Zephany, that he will Cut off them that swear by the Lord, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
599 and by Malcham, which Malcham was their King, or as some think, their Idol, Zeph. 1.4,5. and by Malcham, which Malcham was their King, or as Some think, their Idol, Zephaniah 1.4,5. cc p-acp np1, r-crq np1 vbds po32 n1, cc c-acp d vvb, po32 n1, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
600 But as if swearing alone would not press men deep enough into Hell, they add cursing to it, a sin of an higher Nature, which none use frequently, But as if swearing alone would not press men deep enough into Hell, they add cursing to it, a since of an higher Nature, which none use frequently, cc-acp c-acp cs vvg av-j vmd xx vvi n2 j-jn av-d p-acp n1, pns32 vvb vvg p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, r-crq pix vvi av-j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
601 but such as are desperately wicked, it being their peculiar brand in Scripture: as how doth the Holy Ghost Stigmatize such a one: but such as Are desperately wicked, it being their peculiar brand in Scripture: as how does the Holy Ghost Stigmatize such a one: cc-acp d c-acp vbr av-j j, pn31 vbg po32 j n1 p-acp n1: c-acp c-crq vdz dt j n1 vvi d dt pi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
602 His mouth is full of cursing, Psal. 10.7. and Rom. 3.14. or, he loveth cursing, Psal. 109.17. His Mouth is full of cursing, Psalm 10.7. and Rom. 3.14. or, he loves cursing, Psalm 109.17. po31 n1 vbz j pp-f vvg, np1 crd. cc np1 crd. cc, pns31 vvz vvg, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
603 And indeed, whom can you observe to love this sin, or to have their mouths full of cursing, And indeed, whom can you observe to love this since, or to have their mouths full of cursing, cc av, r-crq vmb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vhi po32 n2 j pp-f vvg, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
604 but Ruffians, and sons of Belial, such as have shaken out of their hearts the fear of God, the shame of men, the love of heaven, the dread of Hell not once caring what is thought or spoken of them here, but Ruffians, and Sons of Belial, such as have shaken out of their hearts the Fear of God, the shame of men, the love of heaven, the dread of Hell not once caring what is Thought or spoken of them Here, cc-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, d c-acp vhb vvn av pp-f po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 xx a-acp vvg r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn pp-f pno32 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
605 or what becomes of them hereafter: or what becomes of them hereafter: cc r-crq vvz pp-f pno32 av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
606 yea, observe them well, and you will find that they are mockers of all that march not under the pay of the Devil: yea, observe them well, and you will find that they Are mockers of all that march not under the pay of the devil: uh, vvb pno32 av, cc pn22 vmb vvi cst pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d cst vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
607 besides, it is the very depth of sin: beside, it is the very depth of since: a-acp, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
608 roaring and drinking is the horse-way to hell, whoring and cheating the foot-way, but swearing and cursing follows Korah, Dathan, and Abiram: and certainly if the infernal Tophet be not for these men, it can challenge no Guests: roaring and drinking is the horseway to hell, whoring and cheating the footway, but swearing and cursing follows Korah, Dathan, and Abiram: and Certainly if the infernal Tophet be not for these men, it can challenge no Guests: vvg cc vvg vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg cc vvg dt n1, cc-acp vvg cc vvg vvz np1, np1, cc np1: cc av-j cs dt j np1 vbi xx p-acp d n2, pn31 vmb vvi dx n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
609 For Consider, thou that art used to curse, thou art a murtherer in heart, and in Gods acount, in wishing him that crosseth thee the Pox, Plague, For Consider, thou that art used to curse, thou art a murderer in heart, and in God's account, in wishing him that Crosseth thee the Pox, Plague, p-acp vvi, pns21 cst vb2r vvn pc-acp vvi, pns21 vb2r dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp vvg pno31 cst vvz pno21 dt n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
610 or that he were Hanged, or Damned, nor will it be any rare thing at the day of Iudgement, or that he were Hanged, or Damned, nor will it be any rare thing At the day of Judgement, cc cst pns31 vbdr vvn, cc j-vvn, ccx vmb pn31 vbb d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
611 for Cursers to be indited of Murther, for like Shimei or Goliah to David, thou wouldst kill him if thou durst: for Cursers to be Indited of Murder, for like Shimei or Goliath to David, thou Wouldst kill him if thou durst: c-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1, p-acp j np1 cc np1 p-acp np1, pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31 cs pns21 vv2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
612 I would be loath to trust his hands, that bans me with his tongue. I would be loath to trust his hands, that bans me with his tongue. pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cst vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
613 But let them, then the best of them that use to curse (for I pass over them that call for a curse upon themselves, saying, God damn me, confound me, the devil take me, and the like: But let them, then the best of them that use to curse (for I pass over them that call for a curse upon themselves, saying, God damn me, confound me, the Devil take me, and the like: cc-acp vvb pno32, cs dt js pp-f pno32 cst vvb pc-acp vvi (c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp px32, vvg, np1 vvb pno11, vvb pno11, dt n1 vvb pno11, cc dt j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
614 which would make a rational man even tremble to name, because I were as good knock at a dead mans Grave, which would make a rational man even tremble to name, Because I were as good knock At a dead men Grave, r-crq vmd vvi dt j n1 av vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vbdr a-acp j n1 p-acp dt j ng1 j, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
615 as speak to them,) let them, I say, take notice what will be the issue: as speak to them,) let them, I say, take notice what will be the issue: c-acp vvb p-acp pno32,) vvb pno32, pns11 vvb, vvb n1 r-crq vmb vbi dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
616 the causeless curse shall not come where the curser meant it, Prov. 36.2. Yea, though thou cursest, yet God will bless, Psal. 109.28. the causeless curse shall not come where the curser meant it, Curae 36.2. Yea, though thou cursest, yet God will bless, Psalm 109.28. dt j n1 vmb xx vvi c-crq dt n1 vvd pn31, np1 crd. uh, cs pns21 vv2, av np1 vmb vvi, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
617 But thy curses shall be sure to rebound back into thine own breast, Psal. 7.14,15,16. Prov. 14.30. Cursing mouths are like ill-made Pieces, which while men discharge at others, recoyl in splinters on their own faces: But thy curses shall be sure to rebound back into thine own breast, Psalm 7.14,15,16. Curae 14.30. Cursing mouths Are like ill-made Pieces, which while men discharge At Others, recoil in splinters on their own faces: p-acp po21 n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp po21 d n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. vvg n2 vbr av-j j n2, r-crq n1 n2 vvb p-acp n2-jn, vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po32 d n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
618 their words and wishes be but whirlwinds, which being breathed forth, return to the same place: their words and wishes be but whirlwinds, which being breathed forth, return to the same place: po32 n2 cc n2 vbb p-acp n2, r-crq vbg vvn av, vvb p-acp dt d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
619 as hear how the Holy Ghost delivers it, Psal. 109. As he loved cursing, so shall it come unto him, as hear how the Holy Ghost delivers it, Psalm 109. As he loved cursing, so shall it come unto him, p-acp vvi c-crq dt j n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd p-acp pns31 vvd vvg, av vmb pn31 vvi p-acp pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
620 and as he loved not blessing, so shall it be far from him: and as he loved not blessing, so shall it be Far from him: cc c-acp pns31 vvd xx n1, av vmb pn31 vbi av-j p-acp pno31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
621 as he cloathed himself with cursing like a garment, so shall it came into his bowels like water, as he clothed himself with cursing like a garment, so shall it Come into his bowels like water, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 p-acp vvg av-j dt n1, av vmb pn31 vvi p-acp po31 n2 av-j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
622 and like o•l into his bones: and like o•l into his bones: cc av-j av p-acp po31 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
623 Let it be unto him as a garment to cover him, and for a girdle wherewith he shall always be girded, verse 17,18,19. Let it be unto him as a garment to cover him, and for a girdle wherewith he shall always be girded, verse 17,18,19. vvb pn31 vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb av vbi vvn, n1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
624 Here this all ye whose tongues run so fast on the Devils errand, you loved cursing, you shall have it, both upon you, about you, Here this all you whose tongues run so fast on the Devils errand, you loved cursing, you shall have it, both upon you, about you, av d d pn22 rg-crq n2 vvb av av-j p-acp dt ng1 n1, pn22 vvd vvg, pn22 vmb vhi pn31, av-d p-acp pn22, p-acp pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
625 and in you, and that everlastingly, if you persevere and go on; and in you, and that everlastingly, if you persevere and go on; cc p-acp pn22, cc cst av-j, cs pn22 vvb cc vvi p-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
626 for Christ himself at the last day, even he which came to save the world, shall say unto all such; for christ himself At the last day, even he which Come to save the world, shall say unto all such; p-acp np1 px31 p-acp dt ord n1, av pns31 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp d d; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
627 Depare from me ye cursed, into everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his Angels, Mat. 24.41. where they shall do nothing but curse for evermore. depart from me you cursed, into everlasting fire prepared for the Devil and his Angels, Mathew 24.41. where they shall do nothing but curse for evermore. vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd, p-acp j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, np1 crd. c-crq pns32 vmb vdi pix cc-acp vvi c-acp av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
628 For Consider, whence do these Monsters of the earth, these hellish Miscreants, these bodily and visible Devils learn this their damnable Cursing and Swearing? are not their tongues fired and edged from Hell? as St. James hath it, Jam. 3.6. For Consider, whence do these Monsters of the earth, these hellish Miscreants, these bodily and visible Devils Learn this their damnable Cursing and Swearing? Are not their tongues fired and edged from Hell? as Saint James hath it, Jam. 3.6. p-acp vvi, q-crq vdb d n2 pp-f dt n1, d j n2, d j cc j n2 vvb d po32 j vvg cc vvg? vbr xx po32 n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1? p-acp n1 np1 vhz pn31, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
629 Yea, it is the very language of the damned, as you may see, Rev. 16.1,21. Yea, it is the very language of the damned, as you may see, Rev. 16.1,21. uh, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
630 only they learn it here, before they come thither, and are such proficients therein, that the devil counts them his best Schollars, only they Learn it Here, before they come thither, and Are such proficients therein, that the Devil counts them his best Scholars, av-j pns32 vvb pn31 av, c-acp pns32 vvb av, cc vbr d n2-j av, cst dt n1 vvz pno32 po31 js n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
631 and sets them in his highest form, Psal. 1.1. and well they deserve it, with whom the language of Hell is so familiar, that Blasphemy is become their Mother-tongue. and sets them in his highest from, Psalm 1.1. and well they deserve it, with whom the language of Hell is so familiar, that Blasphemy is become their mother-tongue. cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 js n1, np1 crd. cc av pns32 vvb pn31, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av j-jn, cst n1 vbz vvn po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
632 If they be crossed by some one, perhaps their Wife or Child, or Servant, or else their Horse, the Weather, Dice, Bowls, If they be crossed by Some one, perhaps their Wife or Child, or Servant, or Else their Horse, the Weather, Dice, Bowls, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d crd, av po32 n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc av po32 n1, dt n1, n1, n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
633 or some other of the Creatures displease them, then they fall a Cursing and Blaspheaming, wishing the Plague of God, or Some other of the Creatures displease them, then they fallen a Cursing and Blaspheming, wishing the Plague of God, cc d n-jn pp-f dt n2 vvi pno32, cs pns32 vvb dt vvg cc vvg, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
634 or Gods vengeance to light on them, or some such hellish spéech falls from their foul mouth: or God's vengeance to Light on them, or Some such hellish speech falls from their foul Mouth: cc ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc d d j n1 vvz p-acp po32 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
635 and so upon every foolish trifle, or every time they are angry, God must be at their beck, and so upon every foolish trifle, or every time they Are angry, God must be At their beck, cc av p-acp d j n1, cc d n1 pns32 vbr j, np1 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
636 and come down from Heaven in all haste, and become their Officer, to revenge their quarrel, and serve their malicious hu•our: Oh monstrous Impiety! Oh shameful Impudence! and come down from Heaven in all haste, and become their Officer, to revenge their quarrel, and serve their malicious hu•our: O monstrous Impiety! O shameful Impudence! cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi po32 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi po32 j n1: uh j n1! uh j n1! (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
637 to be abhorred of all that hear it; to be abhorred of all that hear it; pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d cst vvb pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
638 not once taking notice what he commanded in his word, as, Bless them that curse you, not once taking notice what he commanded in his word, as, Bless them that curse you, xx a-acp vvg n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, c-acp, vvb pno32 cst vvb pn22, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
639 and pray for them that hurt you, Luk. 6.28. Bless them that persecute you: Bless I say, and Curse not, Rom. 12.14. and pray for them that hurt you, Luk. 6.28. Bless them that persecute you: Bless I say, and Curse not, Rom. 12.14. cc vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvd pn22, np1 crd. vvb pno32 d vvi pn22: vvb pns11 vvb, cc vvb xx, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
640 Thus with Swearing and Cursing men do not only wound their own souls worse then the Baalites did their bodies: Thus with Swearing and Cursing men do not only wound their own Souls Worse then the Baalites did their bodies: av p-acp vvg cc vvg n2 vdb xx av-j vvi po32 d n2 av-jc cs dt np1 vdd po32 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
641 but they are so pernicious, that they draw vengeance upon thousands, by their infection, and damnable example, but they Are so pernicious, that they draw vengeance upon thousands, by their infection, and damnable Exampl, cc-acp pns32 vbr av j, cst pns32 vvb n1 p-acp crd, p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
642 as how can it be otherwise? they do not only infect their Companions, but almost all that hear or come near them: as how can it be otherwise? they do not only infect their Sodales, but almost all that hear or come near them: c-acp q-crq vmb pn31 vbi av? pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi po32 n2, cc-acp av d cst vvb cc vvi av-j pno32: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
643 yea, little children in the streets have learned of them to rap out oaths, and belch forth curses and scoffs almost as frequently as themselves, yea, little children in the streets have learned of them to rap out Oaths, and belch forth curses and scoffs almost as frequently as themselves, uh, j n2 p-acp dt n2 vhb vvn pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi av n2, cc vvb av n2 cc n2 av c-acp av-j p-acp px32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
644 and through their accustomary swearing, learned to speak English and Oaths together, and so blaspheam God almost as soon as he hath made them. and through their accustomary swearing, learned to speak English and Oaths together, and so Blaspheme God almost as soon as he hath made them. cc p-acp po32 j n-vvg, j pc-acp vvi jp cc n2 av, cc av vvb np1 av c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
645 It were easie to go on in agravating their sin and wretchedness, and making it out of measure, It were easy to go on in aggravating their since and wretchedness, and making it out of measure, pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp vvg po32 n1 cc n1, cc vvg pn31 av pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
646 and the souls that miscarry through the contagion of their evil example, numerous: and the Souls that miscarry through the contagion of their evil Exampl, numerous: cc dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1, j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
647 For is not the Gospel and the name of God blaspheamed among the very Turks, Jews, and Infidels, For is not the Gospel and the name of God blasphemed among the very Turks, jews, and Infidels, c-acp vbz xx dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt j n2, np2, cc n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
648 and an evil scandal raised upon the whole Church, through their superlative wickedness: and an evil scandal raised upon the Whole Church, through their superlative wickedness: cc dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp po32 j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
649 yea, doth not this kéep them off from embracing the Christian Religion, and cause them to protest against their own conversion, which makes me wonder that Swearers, Drunkards, yea, does not this keep them off from embracing the Christian Religion, and cause them to protest against their own conversion, which makes me wonder that Swearers, Drunkards, uh, vdz xx d vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp vvg dt njp n1, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n1, r-crq vvz pno11 vvi d n2, n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
650 and all such wicked and prophane wretches are not (like dirt in the house of God) thrown out into the street by Excomunication, and all such wicked and profane wretches Are not (like dirt in the house of God) thrown out into the street by Excommunication, cc d d j cc j n2 vbr xx (j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
651 or as excrements and bad humours in mans body, which is never at ease till it be thereof disburthened: or as excrements and bad humours in men body, which is never At ease till it be thereof disburdened: cc c-acp n2 cc j n2 p-acp ng1 n1, r-crq vbz av-x p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbb av vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
652 that they are not marked with a black coal of infamy, and their company a voided, that they Are not marked with a black coal of infamy, and their company a voided, cst pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc po32 n1 dt vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
653 as by the Apostles order they ought, Rom. 16.17. Eph. 5.5,7. 1 Tim. 1.20. That they are not to us, as Leapers were among the Jews, or as men full of Plaguesores are amongst us. as by the Apostles order they ought, Rom. 16.17. Ephesians 5.5,7. 1 Tim. 1.20. That they Are not to us, as Leapers were among the jews, or as men full of Plaguesores Are among us. c-acp p-acp dt n2 vvb pns32 vmd, np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. cst pns32 vbr xx p-acp pno12, c-acp n2 vbdr p-acp dt np2, cc c-acp n2 j pp-f fw-la vbr p-acp pno12. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
654 We well know the good husbandman wéeds the fields of hurtful plants, that they may not spoil the good Corn, We well know the good husbandman weeds the fields of hurtful plants, that they may not spoil the good Corn, pns12 av vvb dt j n1 n2 dt n2 pp-f j n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi dt j n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
655 and the good Chirurgeon cuts off a rotten member betimes, that the sound may not be endangered, and the good Chirurgeon cuts off a rotten member betimes, that the found may not be endangered, cc dt j n1 vvz a-acp dt j-vvn n1 av, cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
656 nor will the Church of England ever flourish, or be happy in her reformation until such a course is taken. nor will the Church of England ever flourish, or be happy in her Reformation until such a course is taken. ccx vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvi, cc vbi j p-acp po31 n1 c-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
657 O that every prophane swearer, who tears Heaven with their blasphemies, and bandy the dreadful name of God in their impure and poluted mouths, would take warning hereby, O that every profane swearer, who tears Heaven with their Blasphemies, and bandy the dreadful name of God in their impure and polluted mouths, would take warning hereby, sy cst d j n1, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 j cc j-vvn n2, vmd vvi vvg av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
658 and not still persist in their abominable practice to swear and curse, as if he that made the ear, could not hear; and not still persist in their abominable practice to swear and curse, as if he that made the ear, could not hear; cc xx av vvi p-acp po32 j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, c-acp cs pns31 cst vvd dt n1, vmd xx vvi; (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
659 or as if he were neither to be feared, nor cared for: or as if he were neither to be feared, nor cared for: cc c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, ccx vvd p-acp: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
660 who for sin cast the Angels out of Heaven, Adam out of Paradice, drowned the old World, rained down fire and brimstone upon Sodom, commanded the earth to open her mouth and swallowed down quick Korah and his company: who for since cast the Angels out of Heaven, Adam out of Paradise, drowned the old World, reigned down fire and brimstone upon Sodom, commanded the earth to open her Mouth and swallowed down quick Korah and his company: r-crq p-acp n1 vvd dt n2 av pp-f n1, np1 av pp-f n1, vvd dt j n1, vvd a-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc vvn a-acp j np1 cc po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
661 he who smote Egypt with so many plagues, overthrew Pharaoh and his Host in the red-sea, destroyed great and mighty Kings, giving their Land for an inheritance to his people: he who smote Egypt with so many plagues, overthrew Pharaoh and his Host in the Red Sea, destroyed great and mighty Kings, giving their Land for an inheritance to his people: pns31 r-crq vvd np1 p-acp av d n2, vvd np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd j cc j n2, vvg po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
662 and can as easily with a word of his mouth, strike them dead, while they are blaspheaming him, and can as Easily with a word of his Mouth, strike them dead, while they Are blaspheming him, cc vmb a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno32 j, cs pns32 vbr vvg pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
663 and cast them body and soul into Hell, for their odious unthankfulness: yea, it is a mercy beyond expression, that he hath spared them so long. and cast them body and soul into Hell, for their odious unthankfulness: yea, it is a mercy beyond expression, that he hath spared them so long. cc vvd pno32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, p-acp po32 j n1: uh, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 av av-j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 28
664 When a Dog flyes in his masters face that keeps him, we concludue him mad: When a Dog flies in his Masters face that keeps him, we concludue him mad: c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n1 cst vvz pno31, pns12 vvb pno31 j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
665 are you then rational men, that being never so little crost, will flye in your makers face, Are you then rational men, that being never so little crossed, will fly in your makers face, vbr pn22 av j n2, cst vbg av av av-j vvn, vmb vvi p-acp po22 ng1 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
666 and tear your Saviours name in pieces with oaths and execrations, which is worse then frenzy: and tear your Saviors name in Pieces with Oaths and execrations, which is Worse then frenzy: cc vvb po22 ng1 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz jc cs n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
667 no, you are demoniacal, Obsessed, or rather possesed with a Devil, and more miserable then such a one, no, you Are demoniacal, Obsessed, or rather possessed with a devil, and more miserable then such a one, dx, pn22 vbr j, vvn, cc av-c vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av-dc j cs d dt pi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
668 because it is a Devil of your own chusing. Because it is a devil of your own choosing. c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 d vvg. (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
669 O, be perswaded, if you have any spa•k of reason left, or do in the least love your selves, leave of your damnable and devilish swearing and cursing: O, be persuaded, if you have any spa•k of reason left, or do in the least love your selves, leave of your damnable and devilish swearing and cursing: sy, vbb vvn, cs pn22 vhb d n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cc vdb p-acp dt ds vvb po22 n2, n1 pp-f po22 j cc j n-vvg cc vvg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
670 and to that end lay to heart the many and fearful threats that God hath made, and to that end lay to heart the many and fearful Treats that God hath made, cc p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp n1 dt d cc j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
671 and set down in his word, against this horrid sin, and against all those that so daringly and audatiously provoke him, and Set down in his word, against this horrid since, and against all those that so daringly and audaciously provoke him, cc vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp d d cst av av-vvg cc av-j vvi pno31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
672 lest you be plagued with a witness, and that both here and hereafter: lest you be plagued with a witness, and that both Here and hereafter: cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc cst d av cc av: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
673 for God who cannot lye, hath threatned that his curse shall never depart from the house of the Swearer, as it is, Zach. 5.1. for God who cannot lie, hath threatened that his curse shall never depart from the house of the Swearer, as it is, Zach 5.1. c-acp np1 r-crq vmbx vvi, vhz vvn d po31 n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
674 And peradventure you are already cursed, though you know it not: And Peradventure you Are already cursed, though you know it not: cc av pn22 vbr av vvn, cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
675 that either he hath cursed you in your body, by sending some foul disease, or in your estate, by suddainly consuming it, that either he hath cursed you in your body, by sending Some foul disease, or in your estate, by suddenly consuming it, cst d pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po22 n1, p-acp vvg d j n1, cc p-acp po22 n1, p-acp av-j vvg pn31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
676 or in your name, by blemishing and blasting it: or in your seed, by not prospering it: or in your name, by blemishing and blasting it: or in your seed, by not prospering it: cc p-acp po22 n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pn31: cc p-acp po22 n1, p-acp xx vvg pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
677 or in your mind, by darkning it: or in your heart, by hardning it: or in your conscience, by terrifying it: or in your mind, by darkening it: or in your heart, by hardening it: or in your conscience, by terrifying it: cc p-acp po22 n1, p-acp n-vvg pn31: cc p-acp po22 n1, p-acp vvg pn31: cc p-acp po22 n1, p-acp vvg pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
678 or will in your soul, by everlasting damning it: if you repent not: wherefore take heed what you do, before it be too late. or will in your soul, by everlasting damning it: if you Repent not: Wherefore take heed what you do, before it be too late. cc vmb p-acp po22 n1, p-acp j vvg pn31: cs pn22 vvb xx: c-crq vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb, c-acp pn31 vbb av j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 28
679 The Lord set these considerations home to your hearts, and open your eyes to behold those things which concern your everlasting peace. FINIS. The Lord Set these considerations home to your hearts, and open your eyes to behold those things which concern your everlasting peace. FINIS. dt n1 vvd d n2 av-an p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vvb po22 j n1. fw-la. (6) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 28
680 THE WAY TO HEAVEN Made Plain. THE WAY TO HEAVEN Made Plain. dt n1 p-acp n1 vvd j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 41
681 AMongst those many Lets and Impediments whereby the generallity of Men and Women in the world are hindred from a serious applying of themselves to seek after life and happiness, I find this one thing to lie as a stumbling-block in the way of a great many: among those many Lets and Impediments whereby the generality of Men and Women in the world Are hindered from a serious applying of themselves to seek After life and happiness, I find this one thing to lie as a stumbling-block in the Way of a great many: p-acp d d vvz cc n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j vvg pp-f px32 p-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb d crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 41
682 That is to say, The Diversities, which by frequent controversies and disputings are so resolutely maintained by men professing godliness, who are of different perswations. That is to say, The Diversities, which by frequent controversies and disputings Are so resolutely maintained by men professing godliness, who Are of different persuasions. cst vbz pc-acp vvi, dt n2, r-crq p-acp j n2 cc n2-vvg vbr av av-j vvn p-acp n2 vvg n1, r-crq vbr pp-f j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 41
683 For this very cause, many are apt to reason with themselves after this manner: For this very cause, many Are apt to reason with themselves After this manner: p-acp d j n1, d vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 p-acp d n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 41
684 There are so many Religions abroad in the World, that a man cannot tell which to chuse; There Are so many Religions abroad in the World, that a man cannot tell which to choose; a-acp vbr av d n2 av p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 41
685 one saith this is the true way, another saith, that's the true way ▪ One saith: one Says this is the true Way, Another Says, that's the true Way ▪ One Says: pi vvz d vbz dt j n1, j-jn vvz, d|vbz dt j n1 ▪ crd vvz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 41
686 Lo here is Christ; another saith, Lo there is Christ. Lo Here is christ; Another Says, Lo there is christ. uh av vbz np1; j-jn vvz, uh a-acp vbz np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 41
687 Some say the Episcopal. man, those which stand for the Common Prayer, and other Ceremonies, that they are Gods people: some say the Episcopal. man, those which stand for the Common Prayer, and other Ceremonies, that they Are God's people: d vvb dt np1. n1, d r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc j-jn n2, cst pns32 vbr n2 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 41
688 Others say, the Presbyterians, are more likely to be the people of God: a third sort say the Independants way of worshipping is the right way: Others say, the Presbyterians, Are more likely to be the people of God: a third sort say the Independents Way of worshipping is the right Way: n2-jn vvb, dt njp2, vbr av-dc j pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1: dt ord n1 vvb dt n2-jn n1 pp-f vvg vbz dt j-jn n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 41
689 a fourth sort say, the Baptists way is most agreeable to the word of God, a fifth sort say, the Quakers, are the only People to whom the will of God is known. a fourth sort say, the Baptists Way is most agreeable to the word of God, a fifth sort say, the Quakers, Are the only People to whom the will of God is known. dt ord n1 vvb, dt np1 n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt ord n1 vvb, dt np1, vbr dt j n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 41
690 Thus so many men ' so many minds, and we know not whom to beleive, Thus so many men ' so many minds, and we know not whom to believe, av av d n2 ' av d n2, cc pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 41
691 and therefore we had as good sit still and do nothing as to do something to no purpose: and Therefore we had as good fit still and do nothing as to do something to no purpose: cc av pns12 vhd p-acp j vvb av cc vdb pix p-acp pc-acp vdi pi pc-acp dx n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 41
692 And hereupon they continue to go on in sinful courses: And hereupon they continue to go on in sinful courses: cc av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 41
693 following the desires of their own hearts, and never so much as seek after the knowledge of God, whereby they might come unto his fear, and be happy for ever. following the Desires of their own hearts, and never so much as seek After the knowledge of God, whereby they might come unto his Fear, and be happy for ever. vvg dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, cc av-x av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vbi j p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 41
694 But my friends, let me tell you these things ought not to be: But my Friends, let me tell you these things ought not to be: p-acp po11 n2, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d n2 vmd xx pc-acp vbi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
695 but such consequences will end in desperate and dangerous conclusions For although it were greatly to be wished and desired, that all those that fear the Lord were of one heart, and of one minde, yet fince the Lord in Wisdom is pleased to suffer his people to be some of one minde, but such consequences will end in desperate and dangerous conclusions For although it were greatly to be wished and desired, that all those that Fear the Lord were of one heart, and of one mind, yet fince the Lord in Wisdom is pleased to suffer his people to be Some of one mind, cc-acp d n2 vmb vvi p-acp j cc j n2 c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, cst d d cst vvb dt n1 vbdr pp-f crd n1, cc pp-f crd n1, av c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi d pp-f crd n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
696 and some of another, concerning circumstantial and ceremonial things, for in the fundamentals and essentials of Religion, and Some of Another, Concerning circumstantial and ceremonial things, for in the fundamentals and essentials of Religion, cc d pp-f n-jn, vvg j cc j n2, c-acp p-acp dt n2-j cc n2-jn pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
697 and in all things that are absolutely necessary for salvation: they do joyntly agree: and in all things that Are absolutely necessary for salvation: they do jointly agree: cc p-acp d n2 cst vbr av-j j p-acp n1: pns32 vdb av-j vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
698 But seeing I say, God is pleased to permit such as truly fear him, to be of different perswasions concerning things less considerable, this should in no wise discourage us from seeking, But seeing I say, God is pleased to permit such as truly Fear him, to be of different persuasions Concerning things less considerable, this should in no wise discourage us from seeking, cc-acp vvg pns11 vvb, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d c-acp av-j vvi pno31, pc-acp vbi pp-f j n2 vvg n2 av-dc j, d vmd p-acp dx n1 vvi pno12 p-acp vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
699 but rather stir us up with much more fervency and earnestness to see• out the true way, but rather stir us up with much more fervency and earnestness to see• out the true Way, cc-acp av-c vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp d dc n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 av dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
700 and to finde out what the acceptable will of the Lord is that so by doing the same, we may purchase rest and quietness to our Souls. and to find out what the acceptable will of the Lord is that so by doing the same, we may purchase rest and quietness to our Souls. cc pc-acp vvi av q-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d av p-acp vdg dt d, pns12 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
701 And that no one may think their labour herein will be in vain here what the Lord saith, ask and ye shall have, seek and ye shall finde. And that no one may think their labour herein will be in vain Here what the Lord Says, ask and you shall have, seek and you shall find. cc cst dx crd vmb vvi po32 n1 av vmb vbi p-acp j av r-crq dt n1 vvz, vvb cc pn22 vmb vhi, vvb cc pn22 vmb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
702 Here is the word of the holy and true God for thy security, he hath faithfully promised, that if thou dost seek thou shalt find; Here is the word of the holy and true God for thy security, he hath faithfully promised, that if thou dost seek thou shalt find; av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1 p-acp po21 n1, pns31 vhz av-j vvn, cst cs pns21 vd2 vvi pns21 vm2 vvi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
703 and again, Christ saith, If any man doth the Will of my Father he shall know the Doctrine; and again, christ Says, If any man does the Will of my Father he shall know the Doctrine; cc av, np1 vvz, cs d n1 vdz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 pns31 vmb vvi dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
704 that is, wheresoever God sees a willing mind, and that any poor Creature doth truly desire to fear him, that is, wheresoever God sees a willing mind, and that any poor Creature does truly desire to Fear him, d vbz, c-crq np1 vvz dt j n1, cc cst d j n1 vdz av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
705 and to keep his Commandements then he will reveal to that Soul so much of his will as is needful for its present satisfaction and future happiness. and to keep his commandments then he will reveal to that Soul so much of his will as is needful for its present satisfaction and future happiness. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 av d pp-f po31 n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp po31 j n1 cc j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 41
706 Now to encourage us farther in the performance of this so necessary and profitable a duty the Lord hath been pleased so far to condiscend to our weak capacities, Now to encourage us farther in the performance of this so necessary and profitable a duty the Lord hath been pleased so Far to condescend to our weak capacities, av pc-acp vvi pno12 av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d av j cc j dt n1 dt n1 vhz vbn vvn av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 41
707 as that he hath set before our eyes all those things which are of greatest concernment, in such plain and legible Charcters, as that he hath Set before our eyes all those things which Are of greatest concernment, in such plain and legible Charcters, c-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2 d d n2 r-crq vbr pp-f js n1, p-acp d j cc j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 41
708 as he that runs may read them, and not only so, but he hath also graciously promised freely to give us what he doth require of us, as he that runs may read them, and not only so, but he hath also graciously promised freely to give us what he does require of us, c-acp pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi pno32, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp pns31 vhz av av-j vvd av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq pns31 vdz vvi pp-f pno12, (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 41
709 and to enable us to perform whatever he commands us to do: and to enable us to perform whatever he commands us to do: cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 41
710 therefore we have no reason to have harsh thoughts concerning God, or to account him a hard Task-Master, Therefore we have no reason to have harsh thoughts Concerning God, or to account him a hard Task-Master, av pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vhi j n2 vvg np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 41
711 for the ways of God are pleasantness, and his paths peace. The Yoke of Christ is easie, and his Burthen light. for the ways of God Are pleasantness, and his paths peace. The Yoke of christ is easy, and his Burden Light. p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr n1, cc po31 n2 n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc po31 n1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 41
712 Doth God command thee to believe in him? why he will give thee faith whereby thou shalt be able to do it; Does God command thee to believe in him? why he will give thee faith whereby thou shalt be able to do it; vdz n1 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? uh-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno21 n1 c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi j pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
713 for faith is the gift of God he is both the Author, and the finisher thereof: for faith is the gift of God he is both the Author, and the finisher thereof: p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vbz d dt n1, cc dt n1 av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
714 doth he bid thee repent? why he will grant thee repentance unto life, he will turn thee, does he bid thee Repent? why he will grant thee Repentance unto life, he will turn thee, vdz pns31 vvi pno21 vvi? uh-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno21 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno21, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
715 and thou shalt be turned, doth he require a new heart? why he hath promised to give a new heart, a soft and tender heart, such as shall bleed for the least prick of Sin: and thou shalt be turned, does he require a new heart? why he hath promised to give a new heart, a soft and tender heart, such as shall bleed for the least prick of since: cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, vdz pns31 vvi dt j n1? uh-crq pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, dt j cc j n1, d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
716 doth he command thee to love him? why he hath said, I will circumcise thy heart, that thou shalt love me with all thy heart, and with all thy strength: does he command thee to love him? why he hath said, I will circumcise thy heart, that thou shalt love me with all thy heart, and with all thy strength: vdz pns31 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi pno31? uh-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
717 doth he command thee to fear him? why 'tis his promise to put his fear into thy inward parts, does he command thee to Fear him? why it's his promise to put his Fear into thy inward parts, vdz pns31 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi pno31? uh-crq pn31|vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po21 j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
718 and to write his Law in thy heart, and so in all other things, 'tis he that works both to will and to do of his own good pleasure: and to write his Law in thy heart, and so in all other things, it's he that works both to will and to do of his own good pleasure: cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc av p-acp d j-jn n2, pn31|vbz pns31 cst vvz d p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi pp-f po31 d j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
719 for we cannot of our selves or in our own strength do any thing that is good, for we cannot of our selves or in our own strength do any thing that is good, c-acp pns12 vmbx pp-f po12 n2 cc p-acp po12 d n1 vdb d n1 cst vbz j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
720 but our duty is to wait upon God, for in him we live, move and have our being, he it is that hath created us, 'tis he that cloathes and feeds us, and preserves our lives: but our duty is to wait upon God, for in him we live, move and have our being, he it is that hath created us, it's he that clothes and feeds us, and preserves our lives: cc-acp po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb cc vhb po12 n1, pns31 pn31 vbz cst vhz vvn pno12, pn31|vbz pns31 cst n2 cc vvz pno12, cc vvz po12 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
721 from him alone, we are to expect new supplyes of whatsoever is needful for our Being and Well-being in this world and also in reference to our future happiness according as the Prophet David said: from him alone, we Are to expect new supplies of whatsoever is needful for our Being and Well-being in this world and also in Referente to our future happiness according as the Prophet David said: p-acp pno31 av-j, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi j vvz pp-f r-crq vbz j p-acp po12 vbg cc j p-acp d n1 cc av p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
722 My fresh springs are in thee: the well-spring of life flow from God, as Christ saith: My fresh springs Are in thee: the wellspring of life flow from God, as christ Says: po11 j n2 vbr p-acp pno21: dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
723 He that believeth on me, out of his Belly shall flow forth Rivers of Living Water; He that Believeth on me, out of his Belly shall flow forth rivers of Living Water; pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, av pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi av n2 pp-f j-vvg n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
724 whereof whosoever drinketh, shall live for ever: whereof whosoever Drinketh, shall live for ever: c-crq r-crq vvz, vmb vvi p-acp av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
725 God is the fountain of all goodness, whatsoever our Souls can desire, 'tis to be found in him, God is the fountain of all Goodness, whatsoever our Souls can desire, it's to be found in him, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq po12 n2 vmb vvi, pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
726 and he communicates out of his fulness unto the necessities of poor creatures, but it is through Christ, and he communicates out of his fullness unto the necessities of poor creatures, but it is through christ, cc pns31 n2 av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
727 for he is Gods treasury and store-house. for he is God's treasury and storehouse. c-acp pns31 vbz ng1 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
728 It hath pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwel, he receives of his Eather, It hath pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell, he receives of his Eather, pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 cst p-acp pno31 vmd d n1 vvi, pns31 vvz pp-f po31 zz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
729 and gives to us all things requisite and necessary, both for Soul and Body: he it is that of God is made unto us wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption; and gives to us all things requisite and necessary, both for Soul and Body: he it is that of God is made unto us Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption; cc vvz p-acp pno12 d n2 j cc j, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1: pns31 pn31 vbz cst pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 n1, n1, n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
730 by him we have access with boldness unto the Throne of Grace, and all the petitions we put up to the Father in his name, believing on him we shall be heard therein, by him we have access with boldness unto the Throne of Grace, and all the petitions we put up to the Father in his name, believing on him we shall be herd therein, p-acp pno31 pns12 vhb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d dt n2 pns12 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp pno31 pns12 vmb vbi vvn av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
731 and our requests shall be granted: so far as it shall be for Gods glory and our good. and our requests shall be granted: so Far as it shall be for God's glory and our good. cc po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn: av av-j c-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp ng1 n1 cc po12 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
732 Christ is that new & living way in which God will meet with us and bless us and cause his face to shine upon us, by the light of whose countenance, our hearts are made more glad then in the time when Corn and Wine, and Oyl encreased: christ is that new & living Way in which God will meet with us and bless us and cause his face to shine upon us, by the Light of whose countenance, our hearts Are made more glad then in the time when Corn and Wine, and Oil increased: np1 vbz d j cc j-vvg n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 cc vvb pno12 cc vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1, po12 n2 vbr vvn av-dc j cs p-acp dt n1 c-crq n1 cc n1, cc n1 vvd: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
733 Oh! therefore let every one strive to get an interest in Christ who alone is worth more then all the world bsiede, he is the true Riches that will make us happy to all eternity; Oh! Therefore let every one strive to get an Interest in christ who alone is worth more then all the world bsiede, he is the true Riches that will make us happy to all eternity; uh av vvb d crd vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 r-crq av-j vbz n1 av-dc cs d dt n1 n1, pns31 vbz dt j n2 cst vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
734 he hath purchased salvation for all that will forsake their sins, and come and accept of his free tender of Grace for all that will lay down those weapons, wherwith they have been taking Sathans part, he hath purchased salvation for all that will forsake their Sins, and come and accept of his free tender of Grace for all that will lay down those weapons, wherewith they have been taking Satan's part, pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvi cc vvi pp-f po31 j j pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi a-acp d n2, c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvg npg1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
735 and fighting against God, if they will now lay hold upon his mercy, and upon his strength, and fighting against God, if they will now lay hold upon his mercy, and upon his strength, cc vvg p-acp np1, cs pns32 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
736 and are willing to be reconciled to God, they shall be received into his favour: for whosoever cometh unto me, saith Christ, shall in no wise be cast out; and Are willing to be reconciled to God, they shall be received into his favour: for whosoever comes unto me, Says christ, shall in no wise be cast out; cc vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1: p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp pno11, vvz np1, vmb p-acp dx j vbi vvn av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
737 for God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed on him should not perish, for God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed on him should not perish, p-acp np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
738 but have everlasting life, John 3.15.19. but have everlasting life, John 3.15.19. cc-acp vhb j n1, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
739 It was Gods purpose in sending his Son, and Christs design in coming into the World, that poor lost sinners should be restored to that estate of happiness, which they had lost in the fall, It was God's purpose in sending his Son, and Christ Design in coming into the World, that poor lost Sinners should be restored to that estate of happiness, which they had lost in the fallen, pn31 vbds npg1 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc npg1 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cst j j-vvn n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
740 and from this free proffer of grace none are exempted, for God hath made an open Proclamation. and from this free proffer of grace none Are exempted, for God hath made an open Proclamation. cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 pix vbr vvn, c-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
741 Ho every one that thirsteth, come to the waters, and ye that have no money, come buy Wine, Ho every one that Thirsteth, come to the waters, and you that have no money, come buy Wine, uh d crd cst vvz, vvb p-acp dt n2, cc pn22 cst vhb dx n1, vvb vvi n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
742 and Milk, without money and without price, as in the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Isaiah, So in the Revelations the Spirit and the Bride said, Come, and whosoever will let him come and drink of the water of life freely. and Milk, without money and without price, as in the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Isaiah, So in the Revelations the Spirit and the Bride said, Come, and whosoever will let him come and drink of the water of life freely. cc n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, a-acp p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n2 dt n1 cc dt n1 vvd, vvb, cc r-crq vmb vvi pno31 vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
743 Here we see that all are invited to come to Christ, from the highest to the lowest, Here we see that all Are invited to come to christ, from the highest to the lowest, av pns12 vvb cst d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp dt js p-acp dt js, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
744 and if we will not, the fault is our own ▪ God hath done his part in sending Christ to dye for us and in laying upon him the iniquities of us all: and if we will not, the fault is our own ▪ God hath done his part in sending christ to die for us and in laying upon him the iniquities of us all: cc cs pns12 vmb xx, dt n1 vbz po12 d ▪ np1 vhz vdn po31 n1 p-acp vvg np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 cc p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f pno12 d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
745 and Christ hath done his part in performing the Law for us, and in undergoing the wrath of God, and christ hath done his part in performing the Law for us, and in undergoing the wrath of God, cc np1 vhz vdn po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp j-vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
746 and the Curse of the Law, which was due to our sins: and the Curse of the Law, which was due to our Sins: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp po12 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
747 and the spirit hath revealed the same unto us, and is often knocking at the Doors of our hearts, and the Spirit hath revealed the same unto us, and is often knocking At the Doors of our hearts, cc dt n1 vhz vvn dt d p-acp pno12, cc vbz av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
748 and calling us to repentance, but if notwitstanding all this we will fully persist in evil, and calling us to Repentance, but if notwithstanding all this we will Fully persist in evil, cc vvg pno12 p-acp n1, cc-acp cs a-acp d d pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j-jn, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
749 and refuse to hearken to the voice of God, but hearden our hearts, and make light of Christ, and refuse to harken to the voice of God, but hearden our hearts, and make Light of christ, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp n1 po12 n2, cc vvi n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
750 then it will be just with God, to leave us to our selves, and let us perish in our own doings, which the Lord us unwilling to do, then it will be just with God, to leave us to our selves, and let us perish in our own doings, which the Lord us unwilling to do, cs pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 d n2-vdg, r-crq dt n1 pno12 j pc-acp vdi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
751 for as the Apostle Peter, saith, He would fain have all men to be saved, and come to the knowledge of the truth; for as the Apostle Peter, Says, He would fain have all men to be saved, and come to the knowledge of the truth; c-acp p-acp dt n1 np1, vvz, pns31 vmd av-j vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
752 he desireth not the death of a sinner, but rather that he would return from his wickedness and live. he Desires not the death of a sinner, but rather that he would return from his wickedness and live. pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av-c cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
753 But man is of such a perverse and stubborn disposition, that he will not accept of mercy upon Gods terms although never so reasonable. But man is of such a perverse and stubborn disposition, that he will not accept of mercy upon God's terms although never so reasonable. p-acp n1 vbz pp-f d dt j cc j n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n2 cs av-x av j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 41
754 The great Controversie betwixt God and Man, is about the Will, God would have his Will and Man would have his will: as Christ saith: The great Controversy betwixt God and Man, is about the Will, God would have his Will and Man would have his will: as christ Says: dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, np1 vmd vhi po31 n1 cc n1 vmd vhi po31 n1: c-acp np1 vvz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 41
755 Ye will not come to me that you might have Life: You will not come to me that you might have Life: pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vmd vhi n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 41
756 They will not their will is that which hinders them of injoying God and in him life and happiness: They will not their will is that which hinders them of enjoying God and in him life and happiness: pns32 vmb xx po32 n1 vbz d r-crq vvz pno32 pp-f vvg np1 cc p-acp pno31 n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 41
757 And in another place, How would I have gathered you together as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her wings but ye would not. And in Another place, How would I have gathered you together as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her wings but you would not. cc p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq vmd pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pn22 vmd xx. (7) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 41
758 Men are obstinate, and perverse, and will oppose the Holy and good will of God, Men Are obstinate, and perverse, and will oppose the Holy and good will of God, n2 vbr j, cc j, cc vmb vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
759 though it prov• … es their own Ruine in the end, but the folly and madness, though it prov• … es their own Ruin in the end, but the folly and madness, cs pn31 n1 … fw-ge po32 d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
760 and desperate wickedness that lodgeth in the hearts of Sinners that will rather go to Hell by following the desires of their own wills, and desperate wickedness that lodgeth in the hearts of Sinners that will rather go to Hell by following the Desires of their own wills, cc j n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cst vmb av-c vvi p-acp n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
761 then to Heaven by obeying the will of God which is holy and righteous, and is made known unto us for our good: then to Heaven by obeying the will of God which is holy and righteous, and is made known unto us for our good: av p-acp n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz j cc j, cc vbz vvn vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
762 God might as well be glorified in our Destruction, as in our Salvation, but he pitties our condition, God might as well be glorified in our Destruction, as in our Salvation, but he pities our condition, np1 vmd p-acp av vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz po12 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
763 and is pleased so far to condiscend as to entreat and beseech us to consider our latter end: and is pleased so Far to condescend as to entreat and beseech us to Consider our latter end: cc vbz vvn av av-j pc-acp vvi c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 d n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
764 and whilst he gives us life, and means of repentance to come in and be reconciled unto him, 'tis we that are enemies to God, God never was an enemy to us yet he first seeks us before we seek him: and while he gives us life, and means of Repentance to come in and be reconciled unto him, it's we that Are enemies to God, God never was an enemy to us yet he First seeks us before we seek him: cc cs pns31 vvz pno12 n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pn31|vbz pns12 cst vbr n2 p-acp np1, np1 av-x vbds dt n1 p-acp pno12 av pns31 ord vvz pno12 c-acp pns12 vvb pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
765 O the Depth of Gods love: O the riches of his grace, his long suffering and kindness towards vile sinful Creatures: Oh the Depth of God's love: Oh the riches of his grace, his long suffering and kindness towards vile sinful Creatures: uh dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: uh dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp j j n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
766 Let this goodness of God lead thee to repentance, for the long suffering of God bringeth salvation, as the Apostle Peter saith: Let this Goodness of God led thee to Repentance, for the long suffering of God brings salvation, as the Apostle Peter Says: vvb d n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno21 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
767 O therefore rent your hearts and not your garments, turn to the Lord for he gracious. Oh Therefore rend your hearts and not your garments, turn to the Lord for he gracious. uh av vvb po22 n2 cc xx po22 n2, vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 41
768 Why should any sinner stand off: Why should any sinner stand off: q-crq vmd d n1 vvb a-acp: (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
769 doth the multitude of thy sins affright thee? why Gods mercies are infinite, he can blot out thy transgressions, though never so many: does the multitude of thy Sins affright thee? why God's Mercies Are infinite, he can blot out thy transgressions, though never so many: vdz dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 vvb pno21? q-crq n2 n2 vbr j, pns31 vmb vvi av po21 n2, cs av-x av av-d: (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
770 he will abundantly pardon this is a faithful saying, saith Paul, and worthy of all acceptation, Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am cheif. he will abundantly pardon this is a faithful saying, Says Paul, and worthy of all acceptation, jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners, of whom I am chief. pns31 vmb av-j vvi d vbz dt j n-vvg, vvz np1, cc j pp-f d n1, np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, pp-f ro-crq pns11 vbm n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
771 If thou be the cheif of Sinners, thou art but such a one as Christ came to save, dost thou question whether Christ can save thee? why the Apostle tells thee, He is able to save to the utmost all that come to the father by him dost thou want faith? go and say: If thou be the chief of Sinners, thou art but such a one as christ Come to save, dost thou question whither christ can save thee? why the Apostle tells thee, He is able to save to the utmost all that come to the father by him dost thou want faith? go and say: cs pns21 vbb dt n-jn pp-f n2, pns21 vb2r p-acp d dt pi p-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vvi, vd2 pns21 vvi cs np1 vmb vvi pno21? q-crq dt n1 vvz pno21, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 vd2 pns21 vvi n1? vvb cc vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
772 Lord I believe, Lord help my unbelief. Dost thou want wisdom? ask of God who gives liberally and upbraideth not: Lord I believe, Lord help my unbelief. Dost thou want Wisdom? ask of God who gives liberally and upbraideth not: n1 pns11 vvb, n1 vvb po11 n1. vd2 pns21 vvi n1? vvb pp-f np1 r-crq vvz av-j cc vvz xx: (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
773 wouldst thou truly repent thee of thy Sins, and yet findest little strength to do it? say unto the Lord, Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, create in me a clean heart O God, Wouldst thou truly Repent thee of thy Sins, and yet Findest little strength to do it? say unto the Lord, Turn thou me, and I shall be turned, create in me a clean heart Oh God, vmd2 pns21 av-j vvi pno21 pp-f po21 n2, cc av vv2 j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31? vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb pns21 pno11, cc pns11 vmb vbi vvn, vvb p-acp pno11 dt j n1 uh np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
774 and renew a right Spirit within me. and renew a right Spirit within me. cc vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno11. (7) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 41
775 Thus in every thing make thy requests known to God, by prayer and supplication, and he will help thee: Thus in every thing make thy requests known to God, by prayer and supplication, and he will help thee: av p-acp d n1 vvi po21 n2 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21: (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
776 Oh my friends the night is far spent, the day is at hand, let us therefore put off the works of darkness, O my Friends the night is Far spent, the day is At hand, let us Therefore put off the works of darkness, uh po11 n2 dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, vvb pno12 av vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
777 and put on the Armour of light, and let every one be exorted even in this day, to work out their Salvation, with fear and trembling, and put on the Armour of Light, and let every one be exhorted even in this day, to work out their Salvation, with Fear and trembling, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb d crd vbb vvn av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi av po32 n1, p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
778 and to further us therein it is necessary, that we should wait upon God, in his ordinances. and to further us therein it is necessary, that we should wait upon God, in his ordinances. cc p-acp jc pno12 av pn31 vbz j, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
779 O do not make slight of using the means which God hath appointed for your good, make conscience of hearing the word preached, O do not make slight of using the means which God hath appointed for your good, make conscience of hearing the word preached, sy vdb xx vvi j pp-f vvg dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po22 j, vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 vvd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
780 for it is the power of God unto falvation, to every one that believes, let us not then be careless in this so necessary and profitable a duty, for it is the power of God unto salvation, to every one that believes, let us not then be careless in this so necessary and profitable a duty, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp d pi cst vvz, vvb pno12 xx av vbi j p-acp d av j cc j dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
781 for how shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? Consider what the Lord hath said; for how shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation? Consider what the Lord hath said; c-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs pns12 vvb av j n1? np1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
782 Hear and your Souls shall live. Hear and your Souls shall live. vvb cc po22 n2 vmb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
783 Would you have life upon easier terms? Methinks this loving invitation of the Lords should work upon your spirits to be obedient to his word, O therefore come and wait upon God in this Ordinance, Would you have life upon Easier terms? Methinks this loving invitation of the lords should work upon your spirits to be obedient to his word, Oh Therefore come and wait upon God in this Ordinance, vmd pn22 vhi n1 p-acp jc n2? vvz d j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po31 n1, uh av vvn cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
784 for it is of Gods appointment, and while thou art a hearing, thou art in Gods way If the five foolish Virgins had been in the way, they might have gon into the wedding as well as the other: for it is of God's appointment, and while thou art a hearing, thou art in God's Way If the five foolish Virgins had been in the Way, they might have gone into the wedding as well as the other: c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f ng1 n1, cc cs pns21 vb2r dt n-vvg, pns21 vb2r p-acp ng1 n1 cs dt crd j n2 vhd vbn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
785 but they were out of the way, they were gone to buy when it was too late: but they were out of the Way, they were gone to buy when it was too late: cc-acp pns32 vbdr av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vbds av j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
786 If ever you think or desire to go to Heaven, keep in Gods way: If ever you think or desire to go to Heaven, keep in God's Way: cs av pn22 vvb cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vvb p-acp ng1 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
787 now if thou beest at an Ale-house, or walking in the Fields, or idle at home, now if thou Best At an Alehouse, or walking in the Fields, or idle At home, av cs pns21 vb2s p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2, cc j p-acp n1-an, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
788 or in thy bed, when thou shouldst be at Church: this out of Gods way: or in thy Bed, when thou Shouldst be At Church: this out of God's Way: cc p-acp po21 n1, c-crq pns21 vmd2 vbi p-acp n1: d av pp-f npg1 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
789 but if thou keepest in the way, and continuest in well doing, thou shalt not loose thy labour, but if thou Keepest in the Way, and Continuest in well doing, thou shalt not lose thy labour, cc-acp cs pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, cc vv2 p-acp av vdg, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
790 but God will fulfil his promise, for he hath said: but God will fulfil his promise, for he hath said: cc-acp np1 vmb vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
791 Ask and ye shall have, seek and ye shall find, knock and it shall be opened to you. Ask and you shall have, seek and you shall find, knock and it shall be opened to you. vvb cc pn22 vmb vhi, vvb cc pn22 vmb vvi, vvb cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (7) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 41
792 If thou hast not what thou wouldst have at present, yet wait, as the man did at the Pool of Bethsada: though it was many years, If thou hast not what thou Wouldst have At present, yet wait, as the man did At the Pool of Gethsada: though it was many Years, cs pns21 vh2 xx r-crq pns21 vmd2 vhi p-acp j, av vvb, c-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: c-acp pn31 vbds d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 41
793 yet at length Christ came to cure him. yet At length christ Come to cure him. av p-acp n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 41
794 Now that all of us may know how to use this means in a hopeful way of success, to bring about this new ond of glorifieing God •an save our Souls, let us take heed: Now that all of us may know how to use this means in a hopeful Way of success, to bring about this new and of glorifying God •an save our Souls, let us take heed: av cst d pp-f pno12 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d j cc pp-f vvg np1 vmb vvi po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 41
795 First, That we do not hear the Word barely out of Custome, as to say: First, That we do not hear the Word barely out of Custom, as to say: ord, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 av-j av pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
796 I will g• to Church because my Neighbours go, or because I cannot open my shop to day, I will g• to Church Because my Neighbours go, or Because I cannot open my shop to day, pns11 vmb n1 p-acp n1 c-acp po11 n2 vvb, cc c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi po11 n1 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
797 and know not how to spend my time otherwise: and know not how to spend my time otherwise: cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po11 n1 av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
798 O let us not do thus, but let us go to hear the word preached out of conscience, Oh let us not do thus, but let us go to hear the word preached out of conscience, uh vvb pno12 xx vdi av, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd av pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
799 as them that go to seek for salvation, not making light of it as if it were an indifferent thing, wh• … soul and eternity are therein concerned, either a Heaven full of joye, as them that go to seek for salvation, not making Light of it as if it were an indifferent thing, wh• … soul and eternity Are therein concerned, either a Heaven full of joy, p-acp pno32 cst vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, xx vvg n1 pp-f pn31 c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1, n1 … n1 cc n1 vbr av vvn, d dt n1 j pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
800 or a Hell full of woe, but let us go out of meer love to the word and wait at wisdoms gate, seek diligently as for silver and search as for hidden treasure, or a Hell full of woe, but let us go out of mere love to the word and wait At wisdoms gate, seek diligently as for silver and search as for hidden treasure, cc dt n1 j pp-f n1, cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi av pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1, vvb av-j a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 c-acp p-acp j-vvn n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
801 and that is the way to attain to it: But then, and that is the Way to attain to it: But then, cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: cc-acp av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 41
802 Secondly, Pray to God for his power upon the means it is not bear hearing will do it, we may hare and be little the better if we do not pray to God for his blessing, we must hear and pray, Secondly, Pray to God for his power upon the means it is not bear hearing will do it, we may hare and be little the better if we do not pray to God for his blessing, we must hear and pray, ord, vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pn31 vbz xx vvb vvg vmb vdi pn31, pns12 vmb vvi cc vbi j dt jc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 41
803 and pray and hear, how sweet was the word of God unto David? sweeter then the Honey or the Honey comb, as himself saith: and pray and hear, how sweet was the word of God unto David? Sweeten then the Honey or the Honey comb, as himself Says: cc vvb cc vvi, c-crq j vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1? jc cs dt n1 cc dt n1 n1, c-acp px31 vvz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 41
804 The Commandements of God were of more esteem with him, than all the treasures of Gold and Silver in th• world. The commandments of God were of more esteem with him, than all the treasures of Gold and Silver in th• world. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr pp-f dc n1 p-acp pno31, cs d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 41
805 And why was that? Because he meditated in the Law of God day and night, he was continually praying to God, morning and evening, And why was that? Because he meditated in the Law of God day and night, he was continually praying to God, morning and evening, cc q-crq vbds d? p-acp pns31 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1, pns31 vbds av-j vvg p-acp np1, n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 41
806 and at midnight, he rose early to call upon the Lord, and he found the benefit of it, and At midnight, he rose early to call upon the Lord, and he found the benefit of it, cc p-acp n1, pns31 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 41
807 as is exprest at large in the book of the Psalms, therefore let prayer and meditation accompany our hearing: But then, as is expressed At large in the book of the Psalms, Therefore let prayer and meditation accompany our hearing: But then, c-acp vbz vvn p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av vvb n1 cc n1 vvi po12 n-vvg: cc-acp av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 41
808 Thirdly, We must yield unto all convictions, when ever the word of God doth convince of sin, Thirdly, We must yield unto all convictions, when ever the word of God does convince of since, ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, c-crq av dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
809 when he doth Alarum us to come in, let us take heed that we stand it not out, when he does Alarm us to come in, let us take heed that we stand it not out, c-crq pns31 vdz n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb pno12 vvi n1 cst pns12 vvb pn31 xx av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
810 when it comes to a drunkard, and saith: Thou canst not go to Heaven: when it comes to a drunkard, and Says: Thou Canst not go to Heaven: c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz: pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
811 Then hearken to this and leave thy drunkenness, and when it Alarums the swearer or proud person, Then harken to this and leave thy Drunkenness, and when it Alarms the swearer or proud person, av vvi p-acp d cc vvb po21 n1, cc c-crq pn31 n2 dt n1 cc j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
812 or covetous, or unclean person, or whomsoever, when it strikes thee upon the heart and saith: or covetous, or unclean person, or whomsoever, when it strikes thee upon the heart and Says: cc j, cc j n1, cc ro-crq, c-crq pn31 vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 cc vvz: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
813 Thou art the man: O then fall down and say as Saul did: Thou art the man: Oh then fallen down and say as Saul did: pns21 vb2r dt n1: uh av vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp np1 vdd: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
814 Lord what wilt thou have me to do? Whatever the sin be that God convince thee of, Lord what wilt thou have me to do? Whatever the since be that God convince thee of, n1 q-crq vm2 pns21 vhi pno11 pc-acp vdi? r-crq dt n1 vbb cst np1 vvi pno21 pp-f, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
815 though it be as dear to thee as thy right eye, or thy right hand, though it be as dear to thee as thy right eye, or thy right hand, cs pn31 vbb p-acp j-jn p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 j-jn n1, cc po21 j-jn n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
816 yet pluck it out, or cut it off, and cast it from thee, and that is the way to procure Gods blessing upon the means, yet pluck it out, or Cut it off, and cast it from thee, and that is the Way to procure God's blessing upon the means, av vvb pn31 av, cc vvi pn31 a-acp, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pno21, cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
817 so that it shall accomplish the end for which it is appointed. But if thou art unwilling to forsake thy sins and to part with thy lusts, so that it shall accomplish the end for which it is appointed. But if thou art unwilling to forsake thy Sins and to part with thy Lustiest, av cst pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn. p-acp cs pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi po21 n2 cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
818 and yet still hopest to find mercy in the end, and to be saved by Christ: and yet still hopest to find mercy in the end, and to be saved by christ: cc av j vv2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
819 Let me beseech thee to put such thoughts far from thy heart, and let not the Devil any longer delude thee therewith, Let me beseech thee to put such thoughts Far from thy heart, and let not the devil any longer delude thee therewith, vvb pno11 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi d n2 av-j p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb xx dt n1 d av-jc vvi pno21 av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
820 lest thou miserably deceive thy own Soul, for he that hideth his sins shall not prosper; lest thou miserably deceive thy own Soul, for he that Hideth his Sins shall not prosper; cs pns21 av-j vvi po21 d n1, c-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 vmb xx vvi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
821 'tis only he that confesseth and forsaketh them who shall find mercy: Christ did not come to save thee in thy sins, but from thy sins: it's only he that Confesses and Forsaketh them who shall find mercy: christ did not come to save thee in thy Sins, but from thy Sins: pn31|vbz av-j pns31 cst vvz cc vvz pno32 r-crq vmb vvi n1: np1 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n2, cc-acp p-acp po21 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
822 if he be thy Priest to save thee, he will also be thy King to rule and govern thee: if he be thy Priest to save thee, he will also be thy King to Rule and govern thee: cs pns31 vbb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, pns31 vmb av vbi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
823 thou must no longer live to thy self but to him that dyed for thee, he hath bought thee with a price, he hath paid thy ransome, he hath shed his pretious blood to redeem thee, thou must no longer live to thy self but to him that died for thee, he hath bought thee with a price, he hath paid thy ransom, he hath shed his precious blood to Redeem thee, pns21 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvd p-acp pno21, pns31 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn po21 n1, pns31 vhz vvn po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
824 and thou art to obey him, and to do whatever he commands thee to do, thou must part with thy old companions, I mean thy darling sins, and thou art to obey him, and to do whatever he commands thee to do, thou must part with thy old Sodales, I mean thy darling Sins, cc pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vvz pno21 pc-acp vdi, pns21 vmb vvi p-acp po21 j n2, pns11 vvb po21 j-jn n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
825 and bosome lusts, which thou hast took such pleasure in, and now thou must walk in newness of life, and bosom Lustiest, which thou hast took such pleasure in, and now thou must walk in newness of life, cc n1 n2, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvd d n1 p-acp, cc av pns21 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
826 for if any man be in Christ he is a new Creature old things are passed away, for if any man be in christ he is a new Creature old things Are passed away, c-acp cs d n1 vbb p-acp np1 pns31 vbz dt j n1 j n2 vbr vvn av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
827 behold all things are be come new, though heretofore thou walkest after the flesh, yet now thou must mortifie the deeds of the flesh, behold all things Are be come new, though heretofore thou walkest After the Flesh, yet now thou must mortify the Deeds of the Flesh, vvb d n2 vbr vbi vvb j, cs av pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, av av pns21 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
828 and serve the Lord with thy spirit and truth, so sin shall not have dominion over thee: and serve the Lord with thy Spirit and truth, so since shall not have dominion over thee: cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, av n1 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno21: (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
829 but thou being set at liberty by Christ, shall through his might and power get the victory over Satan, but thou being Set At liberty by christ, shall through his might and power get the victory over Satan, cc-acp pns21 vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vmb p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
830 Sin and Death, and at length reign in glory with God to all Eternity, which the Lord of his Mercy grant unto us all, for Jesus Christ his sake. FINIS since and Death, and At length Reign in glory with God to all Eternity, which the Lord of his Mercy grant unto us all, for jesus christ his sake. FINIS n1 cc n1, cc p-acp n1 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi p-acp pno12 d, c-acp np1 np1 po31 n1. fw-la (7) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 41
831 THE Pathway to Saving KNOWLEDGE: OR, A Description OF TRUE WISDOM. KNowledge is so Fair a Virgin, that every clear eye is in Love with her; THE Pathway to Saving KNOWLEDGE: OR, A Description OF TRUE WISDOM. KNowledge is so Fair a Virgae, that every clear eye is in Love with her; dt n1 p-acp vvg n1: cc, dt n1 pp-f j n1. n1 vbz av j dt n1, cst d j n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 52
832 it is a Pearl despised of none but Swine. it is a Pearl despised of none but Swine. pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn pp-f pix cc-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 52
833 Wisdom hath ever carried that shew of Excellency with it, that not onely the good have highly affected it (as Moses, who Studied for Wisdom: Wisdom hath ever carried that show of Excellency with it, that not only the good have highly affected it (as Moses, who Studied for Wisdom: n1 vhz av vvn cst n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cst xx av-j dt j vhb av-j vvn pn31 (c-acp np1, r-crq vvn p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 52
834 and Solomon, who prayed for Wisdom: and the Quéen of Sheba, who traveled for Wisdom: and David, who to get Wisdom, made the Word his Counsellour, hated every False way, and Solomon, who prayed for Wisdom: and the Queen of Sheba, who traveled for Wisdom: and David, who to get Wisdom, made the Word his Counselor, hated every False Way, cc np1, r-crq vvd p-acp n1: cc dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd p-acp n1: cc np1, r-crq pc-acp vvi n1, vvd dt n1 po31 n1, vvd d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
835 and was a man after Gods ow• Heart) but the very wicked have Laboured for it, who are ashamed of other Vertues, they that care not for one Dram of Goodnesse, would yet have a full scale of Knowledge, and was a man After God's ow• Heart) but the very wicked have Laboured for it, who Are ashamed of other Virtues, they that care not for one Dram of goodness, would yet have a full scale of Knowledge, cc vbds dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1 n1) p-acp dt j j vhb vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq vbr j pp-f j-jn n2, pns32 cst vvb xx p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1, vmd av vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
836 as O the pleasure that rational Men take in it! as Oh the pleasure that rational Men take in it! c-acp uh dt n1 cst j n2 vvb p-acp pn31! (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
837 Amongst all the Trees in the Garden, none so pleaseth them as the Tree of Knowledge, Pro. 2.3. and 10.14. Phil. 3.8. And as wisdome is excellent above all, among all the Trees in the Garden, none so Pleases them as the Tree of Knowledge, Pro 2.3. and 10.14. Philip 3.8. And as Wisdom is excellent above all, p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pix av vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc crd. np1 crd. cc p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp d, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
838 so it is affected of all, as Oyl was both of the Wise and Foolish Virgins. so it is affected of all, as Oil was both of the Wise and Foolish Virgins. av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d, c-acp n1 vbds d pp-f dt j cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
839 It hath been a mark that every Man hath shot at ever since. It hath been a mark that every Man hath shot At ever since. pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 cst d n1 vhz vvn p-acp av a-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
840 Eve sought to be as Wise as her Maker, but as a hundred shoot for one that hit the White, Eve sought to be as Wise as her Maker, but as a hundred shoot for one that hit the White, n1 vvd pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp po31 n1, cc-acp c-acp dt crd n1 p-acp pi cst vvd dt j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
841 so an hundred aim at Wisdome, for one ye lights upon it, Eccles. 7.28. Because they are mistaken in ye thing, so an hundred aim At Wisdom, for one the lights upon it, Eccles. 7.28. Because they Are mistaken in you thing, av dt crd n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pi dt n2 p-acp pn31, np1 crd. c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn22 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
842 for as Jacob in ye dark mistook Leah for Rachel, so many a blind soul takes yt to be Wisdome, which is not like Eve, who thought it wisdome to eat the forbidden Fruit, for as Jacob in you dark mistook Leah for Rachel, so many a blind soul Takes that to be Wisdom, which is not like Eve, who Thought it Wisdom to eat the forbidden Fruit, c-acp c-acp np1 p-acp pn22 j vvd np1 p-acp np1, av d dt j n1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi n1, r-crq vbz xx av-j n1, r-crq vvd pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
843 and Absolom who thought it Wisdome to lye with his Fathers Concubines in the fight of all the People, and Absalom who Thought it Wisdom to lie with his Father's Concubines in the fight of all the People, cc np1 r-crq vvd pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 ng1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
844 and the false Steward who thought it wisdome to deceive his Master, and so of Josephs Brethren, of Pharaoh and his deep Counsellours: and the false Steward who Thought it Wisdom to deceive his Master, and so of Josephs Brothers, of Pharaoh and his deep Counsellors: cc dt j n1 r-crq vvd pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc av pp-f np1 n2, pp-f np1 cc po31 j-jn n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
845 of Achitophel, of Herod, of the Pharisees in their project to destroy Iesus, and many the like; of Ahithophel, of Herod, of the Pharisees in their project to destroy Iesus, and many the like; pp-f np1, pp-f np1, pp-f dt np1 p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cc d dt j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
846 all these thought they did wisely, but they were mistaken, and their projects proved foolish, and turned to their own ruine: all these Thought they did wisely, but they were mistaken, and their projects proved foolish, and turned to their own ruin: d d vvd pns32 vdd av-j, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn, cc po32 n2 vvd j, cc vvd p-acp po32 d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
847 For indeed the best knowledge is about the best things, and the perfection of all knowledge to know God and our selves: For indeed the best knowledge is about the best things, and the perfection of all knowledge to know God and our selves: c-acp av dt js n1 vbz p-acp dt js n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 cc po12 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
848 Knowledge and Learning saith Aristotle consisteth not so much in the Quantity as in the quality, Knowledge and Learning Says Aristotle Consisteth not so much in the Quantity as in the quality, n1 cc n1 vvz np1 vvz xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
849 nor in the greatnesse but in the goodnesse of it. nor in the greatness but in the Goodness of it. ccx p-acp dt n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
850 A little Gold we know is more worth then much Drosse, a little Diamond then a rocky Mountain: A little Gold we know is more worth then much Dross, a little Diamond then a rocky Mountain: dt j n1 pns12 vvb vbz av-dc j cs d n1, dt j n1 cs dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
851 so one Drop of Wisdome guided by the fear of God, one spark of Spiritual experimental and saving Knowledge is more worth then all humane Wisdome, so one Drop of Wisdom guided by the Fear of God, one spark of Spiritual experimental and Saving Knowledge is more worth then all humane Wisdom, av crd n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n1 pp-f j j cc j-vvg n1 vbz av-dc j cs d j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 53
852 and Learning, yea one scruple of holinesse, one Dram of Faith, one Grain of grace, is more worth than many pounds of natural parts, and Learning, yea one scruple of holiness, one Dram of Faith, one Grain of grace, is more worth than many pounds of natural parts, cc n1, uh crd n1 pp-f n1, crd n1 pp-f n1, crd n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-dc j cs d n2 pp-f j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
853 and indeed Faith and Holinesse are the Nerves and Sinews, yea the soul of Saving Knowledge: and indeed Faith and Holiness Are the Nerves and Sinews, yea the soul of Saving Knowledge: cc av n1 cc n1 vbr dt n2 cc n2, uh dt n1 pp-f vvg n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
854 what saith Aristotle, No more than the knowledge of goodnesse maketh one to be named a good man, no more doth the Knowledge of Wisdome alone cause any person properly to be called a Wise man: what Says Aristotle, No more than the knowledge of Goodness makes one to be nam a good man, no more does the Knowledge of Wisdom alone cause any person properly to be called a Wise man: r-crq vvz np1, av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pi pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1, av-dx av-dc vdz dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvi d n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
855 Saving Knowledge of the Truth worketh a love of the Truth Known: yea it is an uniform consent of Knowledge and Action. Saving Knowledge of the Truth works a love of the Truth Known: yea it is an uniform consent of Knowledge and Actium. vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn: uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
856 He onely is wise for his own Soul. He whose Conscience pulleth all, he hears and reads to his Heart, He only is wise for his own Soul. He whose Conscience pulls all, he hears and reads to his Heart, pns31 av-j vbz j p-acp po31 d n1 pns31 rg-crq n1 vvz d, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
857 and his Heart to God, who turneth his Knowledge to Faith, his Faith to féeling, and all to walk worthy of his Redeemer. and his Heart to God, who turns his Knowledge to Faith, his Faith to feeling, and all to walk worthy of his Redeemer. cc po31 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1 p-acp vvg, cc d pc-acp vvi j pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
858 He that subdues his sensual desires and appetite to the noble faculties of Reason and Vnderstanding, He that subdues his sensual Desires and appetite to the noble faculties of Reason and Understanding, pns31 cst vvz po31 j n2 cc n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
859 and makes that understanding of his to serve him, by whom it is and doth understand: and makes that understanding of his to serve him, by whom it is and does understand: cc vvz d n1 pp-f png31 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz cc vdz vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
860 he that subdues his Lusts to his Will, submits his will to reason, his reason to faith, his faith, his reason, his Will, himself to the Will of God, this is practical experimental and Saving Knowledge, to which the other is but a bare Name or Title. he that subdues his Lustiest to his Will, submits his will to reason, his reason to faith, his faith, his reason, his Will, himself to the Will of God, this is practical experimental and Saving Knowledge, to which the other is but a bore Name or Title. pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1 p-acp n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbz j j cc j-vvg n1, p-acp r-crq dt n-jn vbz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
861 A competent estate (we know) well husbanded is better than a vast patrimony neglected, never any meer Man since the first, knew so much as Solomon, many that have known lesse, have had more command of themselves. Alas! A competent estate (we know) well husbanded is better than a vast patrimony neglected, never any mere Man since the First, knew so much as Solomon, many that have known less, have had more command of themselves. Alas! dt j n1 (pns12 vvb) av vvn vbz jc cs dt j n1 vvn, av-x d j n1 p-acp dt ord, vvd av av-d c-acp np1, d cst vhb vvn av-dc, vhb vhn dc n1 pp-f px32. np1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
862 they are not always the wisest that know most, for none more wise and learned in the Worlds account than the Scribes and Pharisees, they Are not always the Wisest that know most, for none more wise and learned in the World's account than the Scribes and Pharisees, pns32 vbr xx av dt js cst vvb ds, c-acp pix av-dc j cc j p-acp dt ng1 n1 cs dt n2 cc np2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
863 yet Christ calls them four times Blind, and twice Fools in one Chapter, Mat. 23. And the like of Balaam, 2 Pet. 2.16. yet christ calls them four times Blind, and twice Fools in one Chapter, Mathew 23. And the like of balaam, 2 Pet. 2.16. av np1 vvz pno32 crd n2 j, cc av n2 p-acp crd n1, np1 crd cc dt j pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
864 Who had such a prophetical knowledge, that scarce any of the Prophets had a clearer Revelation of the Messiah to come, Who had such a prophetical knowledge, that scarce any of the prophets had a clearer Revelation of the Messiah to come, r-crq vhd d dt j n1, cst av-j d pp-f dt n2 vhd dt jc n1 pp-f dt np1 pc-acp vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
865 and the same may be of Judas and Achitophel, for many yt know a great deal lesse are far wiser, and the same may be of Judas and Ahithophel, for many that know a great deal less Are Far Wiser, cc dt d vmb vbi pp-f np1 cc np1, p-acp d pn31 vvb dt j n1 dc vbr av-j jc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
866 yea one poor crucified Thief being converted in an hours time, had more true wisdome and knowledge infused into him, yea one poor Crucified Thief being converted in an hours time, had more true Wisdom and knowledge infused into him, uh crd j vvn n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, vhd dc j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
867 than had all the Rulers, Scribes and Pharisees: than had all the Rulers, Scribes and Pharisees: cs vhd d dt n2, n2 cc np2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
868 It is very observeable what the High Priest told the council when they were set to condemn Christ, ye know nothing at all, he spake truer than he meant it, It is very observable what the High Priest told the council when they were Set to condemn christ, you know nothing At all, he spoke truer than he meant it, pn31 vbz av j r-crq dt j n1 vvd dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi np1, pn22 vvb pix p-acp d, pns31 vvd jc cs pns31 vvd pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 54
869 for if we know not the Lord Iesus, our knowledge is either nothing or nothing worth, rightly a man knows no more than what he practiseth. for if we know not the Lord Iesus, our knowledge is either nothing or nothing worth, rightly a man knows no more than what he Practiseth. c-acp cs pns12 vvb xx dt n1 np1, po12 n1 vbz d pix cc pix j, av-jn dt n1 vvz av-dx dc cs r-crq pns31 vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
870 It is said of Christ, he knew no sin, 2 Cor. 5.21. Because he did no sin. It is said of christ, he knew no since, 2 Cor. 5.21. Because he did no since. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vvd dx n1, crd np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vdd dx n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
871 In which sence he knows no good that doth no good. In which sense he knows no good that does not good. p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz dx j cst vdz xx j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
872 These things if ye know, saith our Saviour, Happy are ye if ye do them, John. 13.17. And in Deut. 4.6. Keep the Commandments of God and do them, These things if you know, Says our Saviour, Happy Are you if you do them, John. 13.17. And in Deuteronomy 4.6. Keep the commandments of God and do them, np1 n2 cs pn22 vvb, vvz po12 n1, j vbr pn22 cs pn22 vdb pno32, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1 crd. vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 cc vdb pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
873 for this is your Wisdome and Vnderstanding before God and man, what is the national sweetnesse of Honey, to the experimental cast of it, it is one thing to know what riches are, for this is your Wisdom and Understanding before God and man, what is the national sweetness of Honey, to the experimental cast of it, it is one thing to know what riches Are, c-acp d vbz po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 vbr, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
874 and another thing to be Master of them, it is not the knowing but the possessing of them yt makes rich: and Another thing to be Master of them, it is not the knowing but the possessing of them that makes rich: cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f pno32, pn31 vbz xx dt vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 pn31 vvz j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
875 Many have a depth of Knowledge, and yet are not Soul-wise, have a library of Divinity in their Heads, not so much as the least Catechism in their Consciences, full Brains, empty Hearts: Many have a depth of Knowledge, and yet Are not Soul-wise, have a library of Divinity in their Heads, not so much as the least Catechism in their Consciences, full Brains, empty Hearts: d vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vbr xx j, vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, xx av av-d c-acp dt ds n1 p-acp po32 n2, j n2, j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
876 yea you shall hear a flood in the Tongue, when you cannot sée one Drop in the Life, insomuch that in the midst of so much light and means of Grace, there be few I fear that have the found and saving Knowledge of Iesus Christ and him Crucified, which was the onely care and study of St. Paul, 1 Cor. 2.2. yea you shall hear a flood in the Tongue, when you cannot see one Drop in the Life, insomuch that in the midst of so much Light and means of Grace, there be few I Fear that have the found and Saving Knowledge of Iesus christ and him crucified, which was the only care and study of Saint Paul, 1 Cor. 2.2. uh pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi crd n1 p-acp dt n1, av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi d pns11 vvb cst vhb dt vvn cc j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 np1 cc pno31 vvn, r-crq vbds dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 np1, crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
877 And that I am not mistaken, the effect shews, for if Men knew either God or Christ they could not but love him, And that I am not mistaken, the Effect shows, for if Men knew either God or christ they could not but love him, cc cst pns11 vbm xx vvn, dt n1 vvz, c-acp cs n2 vvd d n1 cc np1 pns32 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
878 and loving him they would keep his Commandments, John 14.15. For hereby saith St. John, it is manifest that we know him, and loving him they would keep his commandments, John 14.15. For hereby Says Saint John, it is manifest that we know him, cc vvg pno31 pns32 vmd vvi po31 n2, np1 crd. c-acp av vvz n1 np1, pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vvb pno31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
879 if we kéep his Commandments, John 2.3. But he that saith I know him and yet keepeth not his commandments is a Lyar, if we keep his commandments, John 2.3. But he that Says I know him and yet Keepeth not his Commandments is a Liar, cs pns12 vvb po31 n2, np1 crd. p-acp pns31 cst vvz pns11 vvb pno31 cc av vvz xx po31 n2 vbz dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
880 and there is no Truth in him, vers. 4. What saith our Saviour? This is Life Eternal to know thee, the onely true God and Iesus Christ whom thou hast sent: and there is no Truth in him, vers. 4. What Says our Saviour? This is Life Eternal to know thee, the only true God and Iesus christ whom thou hast sent: cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31, fw-la. crd q-crq vvz po12 n1? d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi pno21, dt j j np1 cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
881 But how shall a Man know whether be hath this knowledge? Answer. But how shall a Man know whither be hath this knowledge? Answer. cc-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb cs vbi vhz d n1? n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
882 St. John tells you in these last Words mentioned, and so plainly that you cannot be deceived unlesse you desire to deceive your own Soul. The Knowledge of God that saves us is more than a bare apprehension of him, it knows his power, Saint John tells you in these last Words mentioned, and so plainly that you cannot be deceived unless you desire to deceive your own Soul. The Knowledge of God that saves us is more than a bore apprehension of him, it knows his power, n1 np1 vvz pn22 p-acp d ord n2 vvn, cc av av-j cst pn22 vmbx vbi vvn cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi po22 d n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz pno12 vbz dc cs dt j n1 pp-f pno31, pn31 vvz po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 55
883 and therefore fears him, knows his justice, and therefore serves him, knows his Mercy and therefore trusts him, knows his Goodnesse and therefore Loves him, &c. For he that hath the Saving Knowledge of God and of Christ hath every Grace: and Therefore fears him, knows his Justice, and Therefore serves him, knows his Mercy and Therefore trusts him, knows his goodness and Therefore Loves him, etc. For he that hath the Saving Knowledge of God and of christ hath every Grace: cc av vvz pno31, vvz po31 n1, cc av vvz pno31, vvz po31 n1 cc av vvz pno31, vvz po31 n1 cc av vvz pno31, av p-acp pns31 cst vhz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f np1 vhz d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
884 There is a sweet correspondence between every one, where there is any one in truth, There is a sweet correspondence between every one, where there is any one in truth, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d crd, c-crq pc-acp vbz d pi p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
885 as in the Generation the head is not without the body, nor the body without each Member, as in the Generation the head is not without the body, nor the body without each Member, c-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, ccx dt n1 p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
886 nor the Soul without its powers and faculties, so in the Regeneration, where there is any one Grace in Truth there is every one, 2 Cor. 5.17. If you will see it in particulars read, Psal. 9.10. Jer. 9.24. John 4.10. Job 42.5.6. 1 John 4.6,7. nor the Soul without its Powers and faculties, so in the Regeneration, where there is any one Grace in Truth there is every one, 2 Cor. 5.17. If you will see it in particulars read, Psalm 9.10. Jer. 9.24. John 4.10. Job 42.5.6. 1 John 4.6,7. ccx dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, av p-acp dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz d crd n1 p-acp n1 a-acp vbz d pi, crd np1 crd. cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n2-j vvb, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
887 Which Scriptures shew that as feeling it inseparable to all the Organs of sence, the Eye sees and feels, the ear hears and feels, the Pallat tasts and feels, the Nostrils smell and feel, Which Scriptures show that as feeling it inseparable to all the Organs of sense, the Eye sees and feels, the ear hears and feels, the Palate tastes and feels, the Nostrils smell and feel, r-crq n2 vvb cst p-acp vvg pn31 j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz cc vvz, dt n1 vvz cc vvz, dt n1 vvz cc vvz, dt n2 vvb cc vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
888 so Knowledge is involved in every Grace. so Knowledge is involved in every Grace. av n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
889 Faith knows and believes, charity knows and loves, patience knows and suffers, Temperance knows and abstains, Humilitie knows and floops, repentance knows and stoops, obedience knows and does, Confidence knows and rejoyceth, Hope knows and expects, Compassion knows and pities. Faith knows and believes, charity knows and loves, patience knows and suffers, Temperance knows and abstains, Humility knows and floops, Repentance knows and stoops, Obedience knows and does, Confidence knows and Rejoiceth, Hope knows and expects, Compassion knows and pities. n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc n2, n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc vdz, n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc vvz, n1 vvz cc vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
890 Yea as there is a power of Water in every thing that grows, it is fatnesse in the Olive, Sweetnesse in the Fig, Cheerfulnesse in the Grape, Strength in the Oak, Tallnesse in the Cedar, Rednesse in the Rose, Whitenesse in the Lilly, &c. So Knowledge is in the Hand, obedience in the Mouth, Benediction in the Knee, Humility in the Eye, Compassion in the Heart, Charity in the whole Body, and Soul Piety. Alas! Yea as there is a power of Water in every thing that grows, it is fatness in the Olive, Sweetness in the Fig, Cheerfulness in the Grape, Strength in the Oak, Tallness in the Cedar, Redness in the Rose, Whiteness in the Lily, etc. So Knowledge is in the Hand, Obedience in the Mouth, Benediction in the Knee, Humility in the Eye, Compassion in the Heart, Charity in the Whole Body, and Soul Piety. Alas! uh p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, av av n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc n1 n1. np1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
891 if men had the true Knowledge of Iesus Christ, it would disperse and dispel all the Black Clouds of their reigning sins in a Moment, if men had the true Knowledge of Iesus christ, it would disperse and dispel all the Black Clouds of their reigning Sins in a Moment, cs n2 vhd dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1, pn31 vmd vvi cc n1 d dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
892 as the Sun doth no sooner shew his Face but the Darknesse vanisheth, or as Cesar did no sooner look upon his Enemies but they were gone: as the Sun does no sooner show his Face but the Darkness Vanishes, or as Cesar did no sooner look upon his Enemies but they were gone: c-acp dt n1 vdz av-dx av-c vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc c-acp np1 vdd dx av-c vvi p-acp po31 n2 cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
893 He cannot delight in Sin, nor dote upon this World that knows Christ savingly: He cannot delight in since, nor dote upon this World that knows christ savingly: pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, ccx vvi p-acp d n1 cst vvz np1 av-vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
894 Vertue is ordained a Wife for Knowledge, and where these two joyn, their will proceed from them a Noble Progeny, a Generation of good Works. Virtue is ordained a Wife for Knowledge, and where these two join, their will proceed from them a Noble Progeny, a Generation of good Works. n1 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc c-crq d crd vvi, po32 n1 vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f j vvz. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
895 Again, as the Water engendereth Ice, and the Ice again engendereth water, so Knowledge begets Righteousnesse, and Righteousnesse again begets Knowledge: Again, as the Water engendereth Ice, and the Ice again engendereth water, so Knowledge begets Righteousness, and Righteousness again begets Knowledge: av, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1, cc dt n1 av vvz n1, av n1 vvz n1, cc n1 av vvz n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 56
896 When Solomon would acquaint us how to become Wise, he tells us that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdome, Prov. 1.7. As if the first lesson to be Wise were to be Holy: When Solomon would acquaint us how to become Wise, he tells us that the Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom, Curae 1.7. As if the First Lesson to be Wise were to be Holy: c-crq np1 vmd vvi pno12 c-crq pc-acp vvi j, pns31 vvz pno12 d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. c-acp cs dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi j vbdr pc-acp vbi j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
897 If it be asked why the Natural Man perceiveth not the things of the Spirit of God, St. Paul answers he cannot know them because they are spiritually discernd, If it be asked why the Natural Man perceives not the things of the Spirit of God, Saint Paul answers he cannot know them Because they Are spiritually discerned, cs pn31 vbb vvn c-crq dt j n1 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 np1 vvz pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
898 how should they discern them, that have not the Spirit, for though the outward Man receives the Elements and Rudiments of Religion by Breeding and Education, how should they discern them, that have not the Spirit, for though the outward Man receives the Elements and Rudiments of Religion by Breeding and Education, q-crq vmd pns32 vvi pno32, cst vhb xx dt n1, c-acp cs dt j n1 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n-vvg cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
899 yet his inward Man receives them by heavenly Inspiration, 1 Cor. 2.11,12,13. Mat. 16.16,17. Luk. 24.45. Jo. 15.15. yet his inward Man receives them by heavenly Inspiration, 1 Cor. 2.11,12,13. Mathew 16.16,17. Luk. 24.45. John 15.15. av po31 j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp j n1, vvn np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
900 And this alone is enough to prove that no Wicked Man is a Wise Man, And this alone is enough to prove that no Wicked Man is a Wise Man, cc d av-j vbz d pc-acp vvi cst dx j n1 vbz dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
901 for if God alone be the giver of it we may be sure that he will reveal his Secrets to none but such as he knows will improve their Knowledge to his Glory, for if God alone be the giver of it we may be sure that he will reveal his Secrets to none but such as he knows will improve their Knowledge to his Glory, c-acp cs np1 av-j vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31 pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2-jn pc-acp pi p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
902 and the good of others, even as the Husbandmen will not cast his Seed but into Ground that will return him a good Harvest, Psal. 25.14. Mark 4.3,4. 1 John 4.7. Gen. 18.17. and the good of Others, even as the Husbandmen will not cast his Seed but into Ground that will return him a good Harvest, Psalm 25.14. Mark 4.3,4. 1 John 4.7. Gen. 18.17. cc dt j pp-f n2-jn, av c-acp dt n2 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 cst vmb vvi pno31 dt j n1, np1 crd. n1 crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
903 A great many Men desire Knowledge, for no other end but to remove their ignorance, as Pharaoh used Moses but to remove the Plagues, others again study the Scriptures, A great many Men desire Knowledge, for no other end but to remove their ignorance, as Pharaoh used Moses but to remove the Plagues, Others again study the Scriptures, dt j d n2 vvb n1, c-acp dx j-jn n1 cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1, p-acp np1 vvn np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2, n2-jn av vvb dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
904 and other good Books onely to make gain thereof, or to be the abler to dispute and discourse, and other good Books only to make gain thereof, or to be the abler to dispute and discourse, cc j-jn j n2 av-j pc-acp vvi n1 av, cc pc-acp vbi dt jc pc-acp vvi cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
905 as Boys go into the water only to play and padle there, not to wash and be clean, with Eve they highly desire the Tree of Knowledge, as Boys go into the water only to play and paddle there, not to wash and be clean, with Eve they highly desire the Tree of Knowledge, c-acp n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp, xx pc-acp vvi cc vbi j, p-acp n1 pns32 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
906 but regard not the Tree of Life, for if we consider what Fruit or Effect doth the Knowledge of most Men produce in them, but regard not the Tree of Life, for if we Consider what Fruit or Effect does the Knowledge of most Men produce in them, cc-acp vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns12 vvb r-crq n1 cc vvi vdz dt n1 pp-f ds n2 vvb p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
907 except it be to inable them to dispute and discourse to increase wit, or to increase wealth, except it be to inable them to dispute and discourse to increase wit, or to increase wealth, c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp j pno32 pc-acp vvi cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
908 or to increase pride or perhaps to increase Atheism, and to make them the more able and cunning to argue against the Truth and power of Religion, is not the utmost of their aim to enrich, dignifie, or to increase pride or perhaps to increase Atheism, and to make them the more able and cunning to argue against the Truth and power of Religion, is not the utmost of their aim to enrich, dignify, cc pc-acp vvi n1 cc av pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc j cc j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz xx dt j pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
909 and please themselves, not once casting the Eye of their Souls at Gods Glory, their Neighbours good, or their own Salvation; and please themselves, not once casting the Eye of their Souls At God's Glory, their Neighbours good, or their own Salvation; cc vvi px32, xx a-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp npg1 n1, po32 n2 j, cc po32 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
910 is it not their Main Drift to purchase a great estate for them and theirs without either fear of God, regard of Men, is it not their Main Drift to purchase a great estate for them and theirs without either Fear of God, regard of Men, vbz pn31 xx po32 j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32 cc png32 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, n1 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
911 or the discharge of their Duty, and calling, and for the most part of these men, or the discharge of their Duty, and calling, and for the most part of these men, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvg, cc p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 57
912 if they may be thought great Rabies, déep and profound schollars, this is the height of their ambition, if they may be Thought great Rabies, deep and profound Scholars, this is the height of their ambition, cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn j n2, j-jn cc j n2, d vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
913 though neither the Church be benefited, nor God be glorified by it; whereas they ought the contrary: though neither the Church be benefited, nor God be glorified by it; whereas they ought the contrary: cs dx dt n1 vbb vvn, ccx n1 vbb vvn p-acp pn31; cs pns32 vmd dt j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
914 for as the Grace of God is the Fountain from which our wisdom flows, so the Glory of God should be the Ocean to which it should run: for as the Grace of God is the Fountain from which our Wisdom flows, so the Glory of God should be the Ocean to which it should run: c-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vmd vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
915 yea, that God may be honoured with and by our wisdom, is the only end for which he gives us to be wise. yea, that God may be honoured with and by our Wisdom, is the only end for which he gives us to be wise. uh, cst np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp cc p-acp po12 n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
916 Now they that are puft up with their knowledge, or do not part with their sins, shew that they never sought it for Gods Glory, Now they that Are puffed up with their knowledge, or do not part with their Sins, show that they never sought it for God's Glory, av pns32 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1, cc vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, vvb cst pns32 av-x vvd pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
917 and certainly if we séek not Gods Glory, in doing his work, he will give us no • … ges at the latter end. and Certainly if we seek not God's Glory, in doing his work, he will give us no • … ges At the latter end. cc av-j cs pns12 vvb xx npg1 n1, p-acp vdg png31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av-dx • … zz p-acp dt d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
918 But for men to do no good with their gifts, is not all: But for men to do no good with their Gifts, is not all: p-acp p-acp n2 pc-acp vdi dx j p-acp po32 n2, vbz xx d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
919 yea, it were well if that were ye worst, for not a few of them resemble Achitophel, & Jonadab who imployed their wit wickedly, yea, it were well if that were the worst, for not a few of them resemble Ahithophel, & Jonadab who employed their wit wickedly, uh, pn31 vbdr av cs d vbdr dt js, c-acp xx dt d pp-f pno32 vvi np1, cc np1 r-crq vvd po32 n1 av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
920 and do mischief instead of good with their wisdom, like Herod: whom you shall sée turning over the Bible, searching the Scriptures, examining the Prophets, and do mischief instead of good with their Wisdom, like Herod: whom you shall see turning over the bible, searching the Scriptures, examining the prophets, cc vdb n1 av pp-f j p-acp po32 n1, av-j np1: ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n2, vvg dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
921 but to what end and purpose? To know good, but to do evil: yea, ye greatest evil under ye sun, slay Christ in ye Cradle: but to what end and purpose? To know good, but to do evil: yea, you greatest evil under you sun, slay christ in the Cradle: cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1 cc n1? p-acp vvb j, cc-acp pc-acp vdi j-jn: uh, pn22 js n-jn p-acp pn22 n1, vvb np1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
922 with many their Learning and knowledge is not for God, & for Gideon, but for Antichrist, with many their Learning and knowledge is not for God, & for gideon, but for Antichrist, p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1 vbz xx p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
923 & for Babylon, & so of all other gifts: & for Babylon, & so of all other Gifts: cc p-acp np1, cc av pp-f d j-jn n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
924 how many are the worse for them? as give Saul a Kingdom, and he will tirannize, give Nabal plenty, & he will be drunk: how many Are the Worse for them? as give Saul a Kingdom, and he will tyrannise, give Nabal plenty, & he will be drunk: c-crq d vbr dt jc p-acp pno32? p-acp vvi np1 dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi, vvb np1 n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
925 give Judas an Apostleship, and he will sell his Master for Money: let Sarmantus have a good wit he will exercise it in scoffing at Holiness: give Judas an Apostleship, and he will fell his Master for Money: let Sarmantus have a good wit he will exercise it in scoffing At Holiness: vvb np1 dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1: vvb np1 vhb dt j n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
926 Briefly, how oft doth Wisdom without grace, prove like a fair estate in ye hands of a Fool, which not seldom becomes the owners ruine, Briefly, how oft does Wisdom without grace, prove like a fair estate in you hands of a Fool, which not seldom becomes the owners ruin, av-j, c-crq av vdz n1 p-acp n1, vvb av-j dt j n1 p-acp pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq xx av vvz dt ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
927 or Absaloms Hair, which was an Ornament wherewith he hanged himself: so that wisdom without grace, is but a cuning way of undoing our selves: or Absaloms Hair, which was an Ornament wherewith he hanged himself: so that Wisdom without grace, is but a cunning Way of undoing our selves: cc npg1 n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvn px31: av cst n1 p-acp n1, vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n-vvg po12 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
928 at last, when our knowledge makes us prouder, not better: more rebellious, not more serviceable: At last, when our knowledge makes us Prouder, not better: more rebellious, not more serviceable: p-acp ord, c-crq po12 n1 vvz pno12 jc, xx j: av-dc j, xx av-dc j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
929 as it is in Isa. 47.10. Thy Wisdom & thy Knowledge, they have caused thee to err, & very often this falls out: as it is in Isaiah 47.10. Thy Wisdom & thy Knowledge, they have caused thee to err, & very often this falls out: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd. po21 n1 cc po21 n1, pns32 vhb vvn pno21 pc-acp vvi, cc av av d vvz av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
930 that as the best soyl usually yeildeth the worst Ayr, so without grace there is nothing more pestilent than a déep wit, no such prey for the Devil as a great wit unsanctified. that as the best soil usually yieldeth the worst Air, so without grace there is nothing more pestilent than a deep wit, no such prey for the devil as a great wit unsanctified. cst p-acp dt js n1 av-j vvz dt js n1, av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs dt j-jn n1, dx d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
931 Now when it comes to this, yt they fight against God with the weapon he hath given them, Now when it comes to this, that they fight against God with the weapon he hath given them, av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d, pn31 pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
932 when with those the Psalmist speaks of, Psal. 73.9. They set their Mouth against Heaven, when with those the Psalmist speaks of, Psalm 73.9. They Set their Mouth against Heaven, c-crq p-acp d dt n1 vvz pp-f, np1 crd. pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 58
933 and are like an unruly Iade that being full fed kicks at his Master, what course doth the Lord take with them? Read but that parable, Luk. 19.24. John 7.17. and Are like an unruly Jade that being full fed kicks At his Master, what course does the Lord take with them? Read but that parable, Luk. 19.24. John 7.17. cc vbr av-j dt j n1 cst vbg av-j vvn vvz p-acp po31 n1, r-crq n1 vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32? np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
934 and it will inform you, for to him that useth his talent of Knowledge well, he giveth more, and it will inform you, for to him that uses his talon of Knowledge well, he gives more, cc pn31 vmb vvi pn22, c-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvz po31 n1 pp-f n1 av, pns31 vvz av-dc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
935 but to them which use not their knowledge well; but to them which use not their knowledge well; cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb xx po32 n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
936 much more if they abuse it, he taketh away that which he had formerly given them: much more if they abuse it, he Takes away that which he had formerly given them: av-d av-dc cs pns32 vvb pn31, pns31 vvz av cst r-crq pns31 vhd av-j vvn pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
937 I will turn the wise men backward, and make their knowledge foolishness, saith the Lord, Isa. 44.25. He taketh the wise in their own craftinesse, and the counsel of the wicked is made foolish, Job 5.13. and most just it is, ye they who want grace should want wit too. I will turn the wise men backward, and make their knowledge foolishness, Says the Lord, Isaiah 44.25. He Takes the wise in their own craftiness, and the counsel of the wicked is made foolish, Job 5.13. and most just it is, you they who want grace should want wit too. pns11 vmb vvi dt j n2 av-j, cc vvi po32 n1 n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz dt j p-acp po32 d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz vvn j, np1 crd. cc av-ds j pn31 vbz, pn22 pns32 r-crq vvb n1 vmd vvi n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
938 But further, These great Knowers, & wise men, are so far from desiring soul-wisdom, & saving knowledge, to the ends before specified, that they do not at all desire it, But further, These great Knowers, & wise men, Are so Far from desiring soul-wisdom, & Saving knowledge, to the ends before specified, that they do not At all desire it, p-acp jc, d j n2, cc j n2, vbr av av-j p-acp vvg n1, cc vvg n1, p-acp dt n2 a-acp vvn, cst pns32 vdb xx p-acp d n1 pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
939 for yt it suits not with their Condition, for natural men desire only humane & mundane knowledge, spiritual men, ye which is heavenly & supernatural, for that it suits not with their Condition, for natural men desire only humane & mundane knowledge, spiritual men, you which is heavenly & supernatural, c-acp pn31 pn31 vvz xx p-acp po32 n1, p-acp j n2 vvb av-j j cc j n1, j n2, pn22 r-crq vbz j cc j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
940 & the reason why they desire it not, is for yt they know it not. & the reason why they desire it not, is for that they know it not. cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 xx, vbz p-acp pn31 pns32 vvb pn31 xx. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
941 A man desireth not yt he knoweth not, neither are unknown evils feared, saith Chrisostom; wherefore ye work of regeneration begins at Illumination, Act. 26.16. Col. 1.13. A man Desires not that he Knoweth not, neither Are unknown evils feared, Says Chrysostom; Wherefore you work of regeneration begins At Illumination, Act. 26.16. Col. 1.13. dt n1 vvz xx pn31 pns31 vvz xx, av-dx vbr j n2-jn vvn, vvz np1; c-crq pn22 vvb pp-f n1 vvz p-acp n1, n1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
942 Now acording as men are wise, they prize & value this wisdom, & endeavour to obtain it, Prov. 18.15. and so on ye contrary; Now according as men Are wise, they prize & valve this Wisdom, & endeavour to obtain it, Curae 18.15. and so on you contrary; av vvg p-acp n2 vbr j, pns32 vvb cc vvi d n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd. cc av p-acp pn22 j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
943 according as men are ignorant & blockish, they undervalue and disestéem it, hate it, & are prejudic'd against it, according as men Are ignorant & blockish, they undervalue and disestéem it, hate it, & Are prejudiced against it, vvg p-acp n2 vbr j cc j, pns32 vvi cc vvi pn31, vvb pn31, cc vbr vvn p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
944 & hereupon carnal men being blinded by ye Prince of darkness, together with their own wickedness, & hereupon carnal men being blinded by you Prince of darkness, together with their own wickedness, cc av j n2 vbg vvn p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp po32 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
945 and being of a reprobate judgement, do most usually term and estéem this Soul-wisdom, this Divine, spiritual, experimental, and being of a Reprobate judgement, do most usually term and esteem this Soul-wisdom, this Divine, spiritual, experimental, cc vbg pp-f dt j-jn n1, vdb av-ds av-j vvi cc vvi d n1, d j-jn, j, j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
946 & saving knowledge to be méer foolishness, or madness, Wisd. 5.3, to 9. & the professors thereof to be fools & madmen; & Saving knowledge to be mere foolishness, or madness, Wisdom 5.3, to 9. & the professors thereof to be Fools & madmen; cc vvg n1 pc-acp vbi j n1, cc n1, np1 crd, p-acp crd cc dt n2 av pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
947 Elisha was counted no better, 2 King. 9.11. & the rest of ye Prophets, Hos. 9.7. & Paul, Act. 26.20. & all the Apostles, 1 Cor. 4.10. yea, our Saviour Christ himself, with open mouth was pronounced mad by his carnal hearers, Jo. 10.20. Mar. 3.21. Elisha was counted no better, 2 King. 9.11. & the rest of you prophets, Hos. 9.7. & Paul, Act. 26.20. & all the Apostles, 1 Cor. 4.10. yea, our Saviour christ himself, with open Mouth was pronounced mad by his carnal hearers, John 10.20. Mar. 3.21. np1 vbds vvn av-dx av-jc, crd n1. crd. cc dt n1 pp-f pn22 n2, np1 crd. cc np1, n1 crd. cc d dt n2, vvn np1 crd. uh, po12 n1 np1 px31, p-acp j n1 vbds vvn j p-acp po31 j n2, np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
948 to worldly men, Christian wisdom séems folly, saith Gregory, & well it may, for even the wisdom of God is foolishness with ye world, 1 Cor. 1.18. therefore no disparagement to Gods servants, to worldly men, Christian Wisdom seems folly, Says Gregory, & well it may, for even the Wisdom of God is foolishness with you world, 1 Cor. 1.18. Therefore no disparagement to God's Servants, p-acp j n2, np1 n1 vvz n1, vvz np1, cc av pn31 vmb, c-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1 p-acp pn22 n1, vvn np1 crd. av dx n1 p-acp npg1 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
949 if the wise men, & polititians of ye world repute them fools: nor any honour to such Sensualists yt so repute them. if the wise men, & politicians of the world repute them Fools: nor any honour to such Sensualists that so repute them. cs dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi pno32 n2: ccx d n1 p-acp d n2 pn31 av vvi pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
950 However, to give such men their due, we grant yt in some kind of skill they outstrip the best of Gods people; However, to give such men their endue, we grant that in Some kind of skill they outstrip the best of God's people; c-acp, pc-acp vvi d n2 po32 n-jn, pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvb dt js pp-f ng1 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 59
951 who if they are put to it, may answer as Themistocles did, when one invited him to touch a Lute, who if they Are put to it, may answer as Themistocles did, when one invited him to touch a Lute, r-crq cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi p-acp npg1 vdd, c-crq crd vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
952 for as he said, I cannot fiddle, but I can make a smal town, a great state: for as he said, I cannot fiddle, but I can make a small town, a great state: c-acp c-acp pns31 vvd, pns11 vmbx n1, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1, dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
953 so ye godly may say, We cannot give a solid reason in nature, why Nilus should overflow only in the summer, so you godly may say, We cannot give a solid reason in nature, why Nilus should overflow only in the summer, av pn22 j vmb vvi, pns12 vmbx vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, c-crq np1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
954 when waters are at the lowest: when waters Are At the lowest: c-crq n2 vbr p-acp dt js: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
955 why the Loadstone should draw Iron, or incline to the polestar, why a flash of Lightning should melt the Sword; why the Loadstone should draw Iron, or incline to the polestar, why a flash of Lightning should melt the Sword; c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
956 without making any impression in the Scabard: kill the Child in the womb, and never hurt the mother: without making any impression in the Scabbard: kill the Child in the womb, and never hurt the mother: p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp dt n1: vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av-x vvi dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
957 how the Waters should stand upon a heap, and yet not overflow the earth: how the Waters should stand upon a heap, and yet not overflow the earth: c-crq dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av xx vvi dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
958 why the clouds above being heavy with water, should not fall to the earth sudainly, seeing every heavy thing descendeth, why the Clouds above being heavy with water, should not fallen to the earth suddenly, seeing every heavy thing Descendeth, c-crq dt n2 p-acp vbg j p-acp n1, vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 av-j, vvg d j n1 vvz, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
959 except the reason which God giveth, Gen. 1.6. Iob 3.8.8, to 12. Psa 104.9. except the reason which God gives, Gen. 1.6. Job 3.8.8, to 12. Psa 104.9. c-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd. np1 crd, p-acp crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
960 But we know the Mystery of the Gospel, and what it is to be born anew, But we know the Mystery of the Gospel, and what it is to be born anew, cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
961 and can give a solid reason of our faith; and can give a solid reason of our faith; cc vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
962 we know that God is reconciled to us, the Law satisfied for us, our sins pardoned, our souls acquited, we know that God is reconciled to us, the Law satisfied for us, our Sins pardoned, our Souls acquitted, pns12 vvb cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, po12 n2 vvn, po12 n2 vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
963 and that we are in savour with God, which many of these with their great Learning, do not know, and that we Are in savour with God, which many of these with their great Learning, do not know, cc cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq d pp-f d p-acp po32 j n1, vdb xx vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
964 and thus the godly are proved wiser then the wisest Humanist that wants Grace. and thus the godly Are proved Wiser then the Wisest Humanist that Wants Grace. cc av dt j vbr vvn jc cs dt js np1 cst vvz n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 60
965 You have likewise the reasons why these great knowers know nothing, yet as they might and ought to know. You have likewise the Reasons why these great knowers know nothing, yet as they might and ought to know. pn22 vhb av dt n2 q-crq d j n2 vvb pix, av c-acp pns32 vmd cc vmd p-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 60
966 First, because they are mistaken in the thing, they take speculative knowledge for soul-wisdom, and soul-saving knowledge to be foolishness and madness: First, Because they Are mistaken in the thing, they take speculative knowledge for soul-wisdom, and Soul-saving knowledge to be foolishness and madness: ord, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb j n1 p-acp n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
967 now if a m•n take his aim amiss, he may shoot long enough ere he hi• the mark, now if a m•n take his aim amiss, he may shoot long enough ere he hi• the mark, av cs dt n1 vvb po31 n1 av, pns31 vmb vvi av-j av-d c-acp pns31 n1 dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
968 and these men are as one that is gone a good part of his journey, but must come back again, because he hath mistaken his way. and these men Are as one that is gone a good part of his journey, but must come back again, Because he hath mistaken his Way. cc d n2 vbr p-acp pi cst vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp vmb vvi av av, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
969 Secondly, Because they are unregenerate, and want the Eye of Faith. Thirdly, For that they seek not to God for it, who is the giver thereof, Secondly, Because they Are unregenerate, and want the Eye of Faith. Thirdly, For that they seek not to God for it, who is the giver thereof, ord, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, c-acp cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz dt n1 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
970 and without whose spirit there is no attaining it. and without whose Spirit there is no attaining it. cc p-acp rg-crq n1 a-acp vbz dx vvg pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
971 Fourthly, Because they are proud, and so seek not after it, suposing they have it already. Fourthly, Because they Are proud, and so seek not After it, suposing they have it already. ord, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc av vvb xx p-acp pn31, vvg pns32 vhb pn31 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
972 Fifthly, Because if they had never so much knowledge, they would be never the holier or the better for it, but rather the worse: Fifthly, Because if they had never so much knowledge, they would be never the Holier or the better for it, but rather the Worse: ord, c-acp cs pns32 vhd av-x av av-d n1, pns32 vmd vbi av-x dt jc cc dt jc p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-c dt jc: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
973 nor would they imploy it to the honour of God, or the good of others. nor would they employ it to the honour of God, or the good of Others. ccx vmd pns32 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f n2-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
974 Sixthly, because they either do or would do mischief, instead of good, with their knowledge. Sevently, Sixthly, Because they either do or would do mischief, instead of good, with their knowledge. Sevently, j, c-acp pns32 d vdb cc vmd vdi n1, av pp-f j, p-acp po32 n1. crd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
975 because they will not consult with the word about it, nor advise with others that have already attained to it: Because they will not consult with the word about it, nor Advice with Others that have already attained to it: c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, ccx vvi p-acp n2-jn cst vhb av vvn p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
976 or thus, they read and hear the Scriptures, but mind not (I mean) the spirituality of the word, or thus, they read and hear the Scriptures, but mind not (I mean) the spirituality of the word, cc av, pns32 vvb cc vvi dt n2, cc-acp vvb xx (pns11 vvb) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
977 or mind, and understand not, or understand and remember not, or remember and practice not. No, this they intend not: of the rest: or mind, and understand not, or understand and Remember not, or Remember and practice not. No, this they intend not: of the rest: cc n1, cc vvb xx, cc vvi cc vvb xx, cc vvi cc vvi xx. uh-dx, d pns32 vvb xx: pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
978 and they that are unwiling to obey, God thinks unworthy to know. and they that Are unwiling to obey, God thinks unworthy to know. cc pns32 cst vbr vvg pc-acp vvi, np1 vvz j pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
979 When the Serpent taught knowledge, he said, if ye eat the forbiden fruit, your eyes shall be opened, When the Serpent taught knowledge, he said, if you eat the forbidden fruit, your eyes shall be opened, c-crq dt n1 vvd n1, pns31 vvd, cs pn22 vvb dt vvn n1, po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
980 and ye shall know good and evil: and you shall know good and evil: cc pn22 vmb vvi j cc j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
981 but God teacheth another lesson, and saith, if ye will not eat the forbiden fruit, your eyes shall be opened, but God Teaches Another Lesson, and Says, if you will not eat the forbidden fruit, your eyes shall be opened, cc-acp np1 vvz j-jn n1, cc vvz, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi dt vvn n1, po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
982 and ye shall know good and evil, Ro. 12.12. Ps. 119 97, to 100. or if you do eat, you shall be like Images that have ears but cannot hear, Rom. 11.8. Isa. 6.10. Mat. 13.14. and you shall know good and evil, Ro. 12.12. Ps. 119 97, to 100. or if you do eat, you shall be like Images that have ears but cannot hear, Rom. 11.8. Isaiah 6.10. Mathew 13.14. cc pn22 vmb vvi j cc j-jn, np1 crd. np1 crd crd, p-acp crd cc cs pn22 vdb vvi, pn22 vmb vbi j n2 cst vhb n2 p-acp vmbx vvi, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 60
983 From all which reasons we may collect that there are but a few amongst us that are wise indéed, From all which Reasons we may collect that there Are but a few among us that Are wise indeed, p-acp d r-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi cst a-acp vbr p-acp dt d p-acp pno12 cst vbr j av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 60
984 & to purpose, for these seven hindrances are apliable to 77 parts of men in ye Nation. & to purpose, for these seven hindrances Are appliable to 77 parts of men in you nation. cc p-acp n1, p-acp d crd n2 vbr j p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pn22 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 60
985 Besides, if these great knowers know so little, how ignorant are the rude rable, that despise all knowledge? nor can it be denied but all Impenitent persons who prefer their profits and pleasures before pleasing of God are errant fools, Beside, if these great knowers know so little, how ignorant Are the rude rabble, that despise all knowledge? nor can it be denied but all Impenitent Persons who prefer their profits and pleasures before pleasing of God Are errant Fools, a-acp, cs d j n2 vvb av j, c-crq j vbr dt j n1, cst vvb d n1? ccx vmb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 r-crq vvb po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp vvg pp-f np1 vbr j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 60
986 for if they were wise saith Bernard, they would foresee the torments of Hell, and prevent them: for if they were wise Says Bernard, they would foresee the torments of Hell, and prevent them: c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j vvz np1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 60
987 and so wise are the godly, for they prefer Grace and Glory, and Gods favour, before ten thousand worlds. and so wise Are the godly, for they prefer Grace and Glory, and God's favour, before ten thousand world's. cc av j vbr dt j, c-acp pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, cc ng1 n1, p-acp crd crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 60
988 Now if any be desirous to get this spiritual, and experimental knowledge, this divine and supernatural wisdom, let them observe these five Rules. Now if any be desirous to get this spiritual, and experimental knowledge, this divine and supernatural Wisdom, let them observe these five Rules. av cs d vbb j pc-acp vvi d j, cc j n1, d j-jn cc j n1, vvb pno32 vvi d crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 60
989 First, let such a soul resolve to practice what he doth already know, or shall hereafter be acquainted with, from the word of God and Christs faithful Messengers, First, let such a soul resolve to practice what he does already know, or shall hereafter be acquainted with, from the word of God and Christ faithful Messengers, ord, vvb d dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vdz av vvi, cc vmb av vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc npg1 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 61
990 for he that will do my Fathers will, saith our Saviour, shall know the Doctrine, whether it be of God or no, Joh. 7.17. A good understanding have all they that keep the Commandments, saith Holy David, Psa. 111.10. and proves it true by his own example and experience. for he that will do my Father's will, Says our Saviour, shall know the Doctrine, whither it be of God or no, John 7.17. A good understanding have all they that keep the commandments, Says Holy David, Psa. 111.10. and Proves it true by his own Exampl and experience. c-acp pns31 cst vmb vdi po11 ng1 n1, vvz po12 n1, vmb vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vbb pp-f np1 cc uh-dx, np1 crd. dt j n1 vhb d pns32 cst vvb dt n2, vvz j np1, np1 crd. cc vvz pn31 j p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 61
991 I understood, saith he, more then the Antient, and become wiser then my Teachers, because I kept thy Precepts, Psa. 119.97, to 100. To a man that is good in his sight, God giveth knowledge and wisdom, Eccles. 2.26. The spiritual man understandeth all things, 1 Cor. 2.15. Wicked men understand not judgement, but they that seek the Lord, understand all things, Prov. 28.5. Admirable encouragements for men to become godly and conscientious: I mean practical Christians. I understood, Says he, more then the Ancient, and become Wiser then my Teachers, Because I kept thy Precepts, Psa. 119.97, to 100. To a man that is good in his sighed, God gives knowledge and Wisdom, Eccles. 2.26. The spiritual man understands all things, 1 Cor. 2.15. Wicked men understand not judgement, but they that seek the Lord, understand all things, Curae 28.5. Admirable encouragements for men to become godly and conscientious: I mean practical Christians. pns11 vvd, vvz pns31, av-dc cs dt j, cc vvb jc cs po11 n2, c-acp pns11 vvd po21 n2, np1 crd, p-acp crd p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1, np1 vvz n1 cc n1, np1 crd. dt j n1 vvz d n2, crd np1 crd. j n2 vvb xx n1, cc-acp pns32 cst vvb dt n1, vvb d n2, np1 crd. j n2 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi j cc j: pns11 vvb j np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 61
992 Secondly, if thou wouldst get this precious grace of saving knowledge, the way is to be frequent in hearing the word preached, Secondly, if thou Wouldst get this precious grace of Saving knowledge, the Way is to be frequent in hearing the word preached, ord, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi d j n1 pp-f vvg n1, dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvg dt n1 vvd, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
993 and to become studious in the Scriptures, for they, and they alone, make wise to salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15. Ye err, saith our Saviour, not knowing the Scriptures, Mat. 22.29. and to become studious in the Scriptures, for they, and they alone, make wise to salvation, 2 Tim. 3.15. You err, Says our Saviour, not knowing the Scriptures, Mathew 22.29. cc pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns32, cc pns32 av-j, vvb j p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. pn22 vvb, vvz po12 n1, xx vvg dt n2, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
994 We must not in the search of heavenly matters either do as we see others do, We must not in the search of heavenly matters either do as we see Others do, pns12 vmb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 d vdb c-acp pns12 vvb ng2-jn vdb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
995 neither must we follow the blind guide, carnal reason, or the deceitful guide, our corrupt hearts, neither must we follow the blind guide, carnal reason, or the deceitful guide, our corrupt hearts, dx vmb pns12 vvi dt j n1, j n1, cc dt j n1, po12 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
996 but the undeceiveable and infallible guide of Gods word, which is truth it self; and great need there is, for as we cannot perceive the foulness of our faces, but the undeceivable and infallible guide of God's word, which is truth it self; and great need there is, for as we cannot perceive the foulness of our faces, cc-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vbz n1 pn31 n1; cc j n1 pc-acp vbz, c-acp c-acp pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
997 unless it be told us, or we take a Glass and look our selves therein, unless it be told us, or we take a Glass and look our selves therein, cs pn31 vbb vvn pno12, cc pns12 vvb dt n1 cc vvb po12 n2 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
998 so neither can we see the blemishes of our souls, which is a notable degree of spiritual wisdome; so neither can we see the blemishes of our Souls, which is a notable degree of spiritual Wisdom; av dx vmb pns12 vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
999 but either God must make it known to us by his spirit, or we must collect the same out of the Scripture that celestial glass, but either God must make it known to us by his Spirit, or we must collect the same out of the Scripture that celestial glass, cc-acp d np1 vmb vvi pn31 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi dt d av pp-f dt n1 cst j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
1000 though this also must be done by the spirits help: Therefore, though this also must be done by the spirits help: Therefore, cs d av vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n2 vvb: av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 61
1001 Thirdly, If thou wilt be soul-wise and truly profit by studying the Scriptures, be frequent & fervent in prayer to God who is the only giver of it for the direction of his holy Spirit, Thirdly, If thou wilt be soul-wise and truly profit by studying the Scriptures, be frequent & fervent in prayer to God who is the only giver of it for the direction of his holy Spirit, ord, cs pns21 vm2 vbi j cc av-j vvi p-acp vvg dt n2, vbb j cc j p-acp n1 p-acp np1 r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1002 for first humble and faithful prayer ushered in by meditation is the cure of all obscurity, especially being accompanied with fervour and fervency: for First humble and faithful prayer ushered in by meditation is the cure of all obscurity, especially being accompanied with fervour and fervency: p-acp ord j cc j n1 vvn p-acp p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, av-j vbg vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1003 as you may see, Math. 21.22. as you may see, Math. 21.22. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1004 If any want wisdom saith St. James let him ask of God who giveth to all men liberally, If any want Wisdom Says Saint James let him ask of God who gives to all men liberally, cs d vvb n1 vvz n1 np1 vvb pno31 vvi pp-f np1 r-crq vvz p-acp d n2 av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1005 and reproacheth no man, and it shall be given him, Jam. 1.5. and Reproacheth no man, and it shall be given him, Jam. 1.5. cc vvz dx n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pno31, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1006 Mark the words, it is said, if any, wherefore let no man deny his soul this comfort, again ask and have, it cannot come on easier terms, Mark the words, it is said, if any, Wherefore let no man deny his soul this Comfort, again ask and have, it cannot come on Easier terms, n1 dt n2, pn31 vbz vvn, cs d, q-crq vvb dx n1 vvi po31 n1 d n1, av vvb cc vhb, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp jc n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1007 yea God seems to like this suit so well in Solomon, as if he were beholding to his Creature for wishing well to it self. yea God seems to like this suit so well in Solomon, as if he were beholding to his Creature for wishing well to it self. uh np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 av av p-acp np1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg av p-acp pn31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1008 And in vain do we e•pect that alms of grace, for which we do not so much as beg, And in vain doe we e•pect that alms of grace, for which we do not so much as beg, cc p-acp j n1 pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb xx av av-d c-acp vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1009 but in praying for wisdome do not pray for it without putting difference, desire not so much brain knowledge as to be soul-wise, but in praying for Wisdom do not pray for it without putting difference, desire not so much brain knowledge as to be soul-wise, cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp vvg n1, vvb xx av av-d n1 n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1010 and then you will imploy your wisdome to the glory of the giver. and then you will employ your Wisdom to the glory of the giver. cc cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1011 Let thy hearts desire be to know God in Christ, Christ in faith, faith in good works, to know Gods will that thou mayst do it, Let thy hearts desire be to know God in christ, christ in faith, faith in good works, to know God's will that thou Mayest do it, vvb po21 n2 vvb vbb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1, np1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi n2 vmb cst pns21 vm2 vdi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1012 & before the knowledge of all other things, desire to know thy self, and in thy self, not so much thy strength as thy weakness, pray that thine heart may serve thee as a commentary to help thee, understand such points of Religion as are most needful & necessary, & before the knowledge of all other things, desire to know thy self, and in thy self, not so much thy strength as thy weakness, pray that thine heart may serve thee as a commentary to help thee, understand such points of Religion as Are most needful & necessary, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, vvb pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cc p-acp po21 n1, xx av av-d po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvb d po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, vvb d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vbr ds j cc j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1013 and that thy life may be an exposition of thy inward man, that there may be a sweet harmony betwi•t Gods word, thy Judgment, and that thy life may be an exposition of thy inward man, that there may be a sweet harmony betwi•t God's word, thy Judgement, cc cst po21 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 vvi npg1 n1, po21 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1014 & whole conversation, that what the natural man knoweth by roa• thou mayst double by feeling the same in thine heart & affections; & Whole Conversation, that what the natural man Knoweth by roa• thou Mayest double by feeling the same in thine heart & affections; cc j-jn n1, cst r-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp n1 pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp vvg dt d p-acp po21 n1 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1015 as indeed experimental and saving knowledge is no less felt then known, and I cannot tell how it comes, rather out of the abundance of the heart, as indeed experimental and Saving knowledge is no less felt then known, and I cannot tell how it comes, rather out of the abundance of the heart, c-acp av j cc j-vvg n1 vbz av-dx av-dc vvn cs vvn, cc pns11 vmbx vvi c-crq pn31 vvz, av-c av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1016 than by extream study, or rather is sent by God unto good men, like the R•m that was brought to Abraham, than by extreme study, or rather is sent by God unto good men, like the R•m that was brought to Abraham, cs p-acp j-jn n1, cc av-c vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, av-j dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1017 when he would have Sacrifized his Son Isaac. when he would have Sacrificed his Son Isaac. c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn po31 n1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 61
1018 When Christ taught in the Temple, they asked, how knoweth this man the Scriptures, seeing he never learned them? So it is a wonder what Learning some men have, that have no learning, like Priscilla and Aquila, poor Tentmakers, who were able to School Apollos that great Clerk, a ma• renowned for his Learning. When christ taught in the Temple, they asked, how Knoweth this man the Scriptures, seeing he never learned them? So it is a wonder what Learning Some men have, that have no learning, like Priscilla and Aquila, poor Tentmakers, who were able to School Apollos that great Clerk, a ma• renowned for his Learning. c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd, q-crq vvz d n1 dt n2, vvg pns31 av-x vvd pno32? av pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq n1 d n2 vhb, cst vhb dx n1, vvb np1 cc np1, j n2, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi npg1 cst j n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1019 What can we say to it, for no other reason can be given, but as Christ said, Father, so it pleaseth thee. What can we say to it, for no other reason can be given, but as christ said, Father, so it Pleases thee. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp dx j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp c-acp np1 vvd, n1, av pn31 vvz pno21. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1020 For as Jacob said of his Venison, when his father asked how he came by it so suddainly, For as Jacob said of his Venison, when his father asked how he Come by it so suddenly, p-acp c-acp np1 vvd pp-f po31 n1, c-crq po31 n1 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 av av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1021 because the Lord thy God brought it suddainly into my hands; Because the Lord thy God brought it suddenly into my hands; c-acp dt n1 po21 n1 vvd pn31 av-j p-acp po11 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1022 So Holy and Righteous men do more easily understand the words of God, than the wicked, So Holy and Righteous men do more Easily understand the words of God, than the wicked, av j cc j n2 vdb dc av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cs dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1023 because God brings the meaning suddainly to their hearts. As we read, Luk, 24. Prov. 1.23. Psa. 25.14. Dan. 12.10. Luk. 8.10. Mar. 3.11. Because God brings the meaning suddenly to their hearts. As we read, Luk, 24. Curae 1.23. Psa. 25.14. Dan. 12.10. Luk. 8.10. Mar. 3.11. c-acp np1 vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp po32 n2. c-acp pns12 vvb, np1, crd np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1024 Again, it is not enough to pray, except also it be in Christs name, and according to his will, believing to be heard for his sake, Again, it is not enough to pray, except also it be in Christ name, and according to his will, believing to be herd for his sake, av, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi, c-acp av pn31 vbb p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvg pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1025 and that it be the intercession of Gods own Spirit in you, and being truly sensible of your sins and wants, that you chiefly pray for the pardon of sin, the effusion of grace, and that it be the Intercession of God's own Spirit in you, and being truly sensible of your Sins and Wants, that you chiefly pray for the pardon of since, the effusion of grace, cc cst pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n2 d n1 p-acp pn22, cc vbg av-j j pp-f po22 n2 cc vvz, cst pn22 av-jn vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1026 and for the assistance of Gods Spirit, that you may more Firmly believe more •oundly repent, more zealously do, more pa•iently suffer, and for the assistance of God's Spirit, that you may more Firmly believe more •oundly Repent, more zealously do, more pa•iently suffer, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pn22 vmb av-dc av-j vvi av-dc av-j vvi, av-dc av-j vdi, av-dc av-j vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1027 and more constantly persevere in the practise and profession of every duty: and more constantly persevere in the practice and profession of every duty: cc av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1028 but above all you• must know that as Sampsons Companions could never have found out his Ridle, but above all you• must know that as Sampsons Sodales could never have found out his Riddle, cc-acp p-acp d n1 vmb vvi cst c-acp npg1 n2 vmd av-x vhi vvn av po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1029 if they had not plowed with his Hefer, so no man can know the Secrets of God, if they had not plowed with his Hefer, so no man can know the Secrets of God, cs pns32 vhd xx vvn p-acp po31 np1, av dx n1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1030 but by the Revelation of his Spirit, 1 Cor. 12.8. Mat. 16.17. but by the Revelation of his Spirit, 1 Cor. 12.8. Mathew 16.17. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, crd np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1031 Yea, Suppose a man be not inferiour to Portius or Pithagoras, who kept all things in memory that ever they had read heard, or seen. Yea, Suppose a man be not inferior to Portius or Pythagoras, who kept all things in memory that ever they had read herd, or seen. uh, vvb dt n1 vbb xx j-jn p-acp np1 cc np1, r-crq vvd d n2 p-acp n1 cst av pns32 vhd vvn vvn, cc vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1032 To Virgil, of whom it is reported, that if all Sciences were lost they might be found again in him. To Virgil, of whom it is reported, that if all Sciences were lost they might be found again in him. p-acp np1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst cs d n2 vbdr vvn pns32 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1033 To Aben Ezra, of whom it is said, that if Knowledge had put out her Candle, at his Brain she might light it again, To Ben Ezra, of whom it is said, that if Knowledge had put out her Candle, At his Brain she might Light it again, p-acp np1 np1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst cs n1 vhd vvn av po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1034 and that his head was a Throne of wisdom. Or Josephus Scaliger, who was Skilled in 30 Languages: and that his head was a Throne of Wisdom. Or Josephus Scaliger, who was Skilled in 30 Languages: cc cst po31 n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1. cc np1 np1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp crd n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1035 yet if he want the Spirit of God to be his Teacher, he is a Dunce to the meanest and most Illiterate Believer. yet if he want the Spirit of God to be his Teacher, he is a Dunce to the Meanest and most Illiterate Believer. av cs pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1036 For one necessary and excellent Prerogative of the Spiritual Man, is this: For one necessary and excellent Prerogative of the Spiritual Man, is this: p-acp crd j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1037 He hath God for his Teacher, he learns the Councels of God, of tha• Spirit which only knows Gods Councels. Luk. 21.15. Which is no small priviledge, for the Scholar learns quickly when the Holy Ghost is his Teacher. He hath God for his Teacher, he learns the Counsels of God, of tha• Spirit which only knows God's Counsels. Luk. 21.15. Which is no small privilege, for the Scholar learns quickly when the Holy Ghost is his Teacher. pns31 vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f n1 n1 r-crq av-j vvz npg1 n2. np1 crd. r-crq vbz dx j n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz av-j c-crq dt j n1 vbz po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1038 The eye •ees distinctly when the Holy Ghost doth enlighten it, with the spirits help, the means can never be too weak, without, never strong enough, Luke 24.44,45. Fourthly, Thou must get an humble conceit of thine own wisdom. The eye •ees distinctly when the Holy Ghost does enlighten it, with the spirits help, the means can never be too weak, without, never strong enough, Lycia 24.44,45. Fourthly, Thou must get an humble conceit of thine own Wisdom. dt n1 vvz av-j c-crq dt j n1 vdz vvi pn31, p-acp dt n2 vvb, dt n2 vmb av-x vbi av j, p-acp, av-x j av-d, av crd. ord, pns21 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f po21 d n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 62
1039 The First step to Knowledge, is to know our own ignorance. We must become fools in our own opinion, before we can be truly wi•e; The First step to Knowledge, is to know our own ignorance. We must become Fools in our own opinion, before we can be truly wi•e; dt ord n1 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 d n1. pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp po12 d n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1040 as the Apostle sets it down, 1 Cor. 3.18. as the Apostle sets it down, 1 Cor. 3.18. c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp, crd np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1041 And indeed the opinion of over-knowing, is one of the greatest causes of our Knowing so little, And indeed the opinion of over-knowing, is one of the greatest Causes of our Knowing so little, cc av dt n1 pp-f j, vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 pp-f po12 vvg av av-j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1042 for what we presume to have attained, we seek not after; yea, the very First Lesson of a Christian is Humility; for what we presume to have attained, we seek not After; yea, the very First lesson of a Christian is Humility; p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn, pns12 vvb xx a-acp; uh, dt av ord n1 pp-f dt njp vbz n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1043 He will teach the humble his way, Psa. 25.9. Jam. 4.6. He will teach the humble his Way, Psa. 25.9. Jam. 4.6. pns31 vmb vvi dt j po31 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1044 And he that hath not learned the first lesson, is not fit to take out a new: And he that hath not learned the First Lesson, is not fit to take out a new: cc pns31 cst vhz xx vvn dt ord n1, vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av dt j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1045 Pride is a great let to true wisdom, Jam. 4.6. Whence it comes to pass, that few proud wits are reformed, Joh. 9.39. And for this cause also did our Saviour propound his woes to the Pharisees his Doctrines to the people. Pride is a great let to true Wisdom, Jam. 4.6. Whence it comes to pass, that few proud wits Are reformed, John 9.39. And for this cause also did our Saviour propound his woes to the Pharisees his Doctrines to the people. n1 vbz dt j vvb p-acp j n1, np1 crd. c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst d j n2 vbr vvn, np1 crd. cc p-acp d n1 av vdd po12 n1 vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt np1 po31 n2 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1046 A heart full of Pride, is like a vessel full of ayr. A heart full of Pride, is like a vessel full of air. dt n1 j pp-f n1, vbz av-j dt n1 j pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1047 This self opinion must be first blown out of us, before Saving knowledge will be poured into us, Christ wil know none but ye humble, This self opinion must be First blown out of us, before Saving knowledge will be poured into us, christ will know none but you humble, d n1 n1 vmb vbi ord vvn av pp-f pno12, c-acp vvg n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, np1 vmb vvi pix cc-acp pn22 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1048 & none but humble souls truly know Christ: now ye way to become humble is to take a serious view of our wants. & none but humble Souls truly know christ: now you Way to become humble is to take a serious view of our Wants. cc pix cc-acp j n2 av-j vvb np1: av pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi j vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1049 The peacoks pride is much abated when she looks on the blackness of her legs & féet: The Peacocks pride is much abated when she looks on the blackness of her legs & feet: dt n2 n1 vbz av-d vvn c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 62
1050 now suppose we know never so much, yet ye which we know is the less th•n yt which we are ignorant of, now suppose we know never so much, yet you which we know is the less th•n that which we Are ignorant of, av vvb pns12 vvb av-x av av-d, av pn22 r-crq po12 vvb vbz dt av-dc j pn31 r-crq pns12 vbr j pp-f, (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 63
1051 & the more we know, ye more we know we want, Pro. 1.5,7. and the less sensible we are of our blindness, sickness, deformity, &c. the more blind, sick, and deformed we are. & the more we know, you more we know we want, Pro 1.5,7. and the less sensible we Are of our blindness, sickness, deformity, etc. the more blind, sick, and deformed we Are. cc dt av-dc pns12 vvb, pn22 av-dc pns12 vvb pns12 vvb, np1 crd. cc dt av-dc j pns12 vbr pp-f po12 n1, n1, n1, av dt av-dc j, j, cc vvn pns12 vbr. (8) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 63
1052 Fifthly, Thou must labour to get a true and lively faith, for as without faith we cannot please God, Fifthly, Thou must labour to get a true and lively faith, for as without faith we cannot please God, ord, pns21 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1, c-acp c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmbx vvi np1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1053 so without Faith no man can Know God. Faith most clearly beholds those things which are hid both from ye eye of sense, so without Faith no man can Know God. Faith most clearly beholds those things which Are hid both from you eye of sense, av p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi np1. n1 av-ds av-j vvz d n2 r-crq vbr vvn av-d p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1054 & the eye of reason, Joh. 12.46. Vnregenerate men ye want faith, are like Sampson without his guide, & the eye of reason, John 12.46. Unregenerate men you want faith, Are like Sampson without his guide, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. j n2 pn22 vvb n1, vbr av-j np1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1055 or like Polyphemus, who never had but one eye, and that Ulisses put out, for so doth the pleasure & custom of sin blind ye sensualist: or like Polyphemus, who never had but one eye, and that Ulysses put out, for so does the pleasure & custom of since blind you sensualist: cc av-j np1, r-crq av-x vhd cc-acp crd n1, cc cst np1 vvd av, c-acp av vdz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvi pn22 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1056 we must have minds lifted above nature, to sée & love things above nature; heavenly Wisdom, to sée heavenly Truth; we must have minds lifted above nature, to see & love things above nature; heavenly Wisdom, to see heavenly Truth; pns12 vmb vhi n2 vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp n1; j n1, pc-acp vvi j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1057 or else ye Truth which is saving will be to us a mystery, Mark 4.11. if it séem not foolishness, 1 Cor. 2.7,8. To them yt are lost the Gospel is hid, 2 Cor. 4.3, 4. Whereas the Believer discerns all things, or Else you Truth which is Saving will be to us a mystery, Mark 4.11. if it seem not foolishness, 1 Cor. 2.7,8. To them that Are lost the Gospel is hid, 2 Cor. 4.3, 4. Whereas the Believer discerns all things, cc av pn22 n1 r-crq vbz vvg vmb vbi p-acp pno12 dt n1, vvb crd. cs pn31 vvb xx n1, vvn np1 crd. p-acp pno32 pn31 vbr vvn dt n1 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd, crd cs dt n1 vvz d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1058 even the déep things of God, 1 Cor. 2.10. Yea, God giveth him a mouth & wisdom, against which all his Adversaries shall not be able to speak or resist, Luk. 21.15. These are the Five steps that lead us to the Palace of Wisdom, which all must ascend by that mean to enter. even the deep things of God, 1 Cor. 2.10. Yea, God gives him a Mouth & Wisdom, against which all his Adversaries shall not be able to speak or resist, Luk. 21.15. These Are the Five steps that led us to the Palace of Wisdom, which all must ascend by that mean to enter. av dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd. uh, np1 vvz pno31 dt n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq d po31 n2 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, np1 crd. d vbr dt crd n2 cst vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq d vmb vvi p-acp d vvb pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 63
1059 Therefore consider seriously what hath béen said, & the Lord give you understanding in all things. Finis. Therefore Consider seriously what hath been said, & the Lord give you understanding in all things. Finis. av vvb av-j r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2. np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 63
1060 THE TOUCHSTONE OF A CHRISTIAN. THE TOUCHSTONE OF A CHRISTIAN. dt n1 pp-f dt njp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 64
1061 COnsidering that Satan the Prince of Darkness hath so blinded the Eyes of most men and women in the World, that being void of saving Knowledge, they are apt to put evil for good, COnsidering that Satan the Prince of Darkness hath so blinded the Eyes of most men and women in the World, that being void of Saving Knowledge, they Are apt to put evil for good, vvg cst np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz av vvn dt n2 pp-f ds n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vbg j pp-f vvg n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 64
1062 and good for evil, having their minds possessed with a good opinion of themselves, and the safety of their condition, in refference to Eternity; and good for evil, having their minds possessed with a good opinion of themselves, and the safety of their condition, in refference to Eternity; cc j p-acp n-jn, vhg po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px32, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 64
1063 which notwithstanding, if it be throughly tryed, will appear to be far otherwise, and that they do indeed but deceive their own Souls. which notwithstanding, if it be thoroughly tried, will appear to be Far otherwise, and that they do indeed but deceive their own Souls. r-crq a-acp, cs pn31 vbb av-j vvn, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av-j av, cc cst pns32 vdb av p-acp vvb po32 d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 64
1064 Therefore, th• all which read or hear this little Boo• … may be exhorted to examine themselves and to prove their works, Therefore, th• all which read or hear this little Boo• … may be exhorted to examine themselves and to prove their works, av, n1 d r-crq vvb cc vvi d j np1 … vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi px32 cc p-acp vvi po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 64
1065 whether they a• … such, to whom eternal life is promised, 〈 ◊ 〉 shall in my following discourse speak 〈 ◊ 〉 such principal qualifications which are required to be in every true Christian, an• are of such absolute necessity to the leading of a godly life, that whosoever is not 〈 ◊ 〉 some measure endued with the same, c• … not have any reasonable ground from the Word of God to expect Salvation. whither they a• … such, to whom Eternal life is promised, 〈 ◊ 〉 shall in my following discourse speak 〈 ◊ 〉 such principal qualifications which Are required to be in every true Christian, an• Are of such absolute necessity to the leading of a godly life, that whosoever is not 〈 ◊ 〉 Some measure endued with the same, c• … not have any reasonable ground from the Word of God to expect Salvation. cs pns32 n1 … d, p-acp ro-crq j n1 vbz vvn, 〈 sy 〉 vmb p-acp po11 j-vvg n1 vvb 〈 sy 〉 d j-jn n2 r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d j njp, n1 vbr pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, cst r-crq vbz xx 〈 sy 〉 d n1 vvn p-acp dt d, n1 … xx vhi d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 64
1066 Those necessary Graces, or Qualifications which I shall treat of are these five Humility, Faith, Repentance, Love; and Obedience. Those necessary Graces, or Qualifications which I shall Treat of Are these five Humility, Faith, Repentance, Love; and obedience. d j n2, cc n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp vbr d crd n1, n1, n1, n1; cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 64
1067 And first to speak of Humility, which h• the very first Lesson of a Christian: for• it is in Psal. 25.6. He will teach the humble his way. And Jam. 4.6. God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble. And First to speak of Humility, which h• the very First lesson of a Christian: for• it is in Psalm 25.6. He will teach the humble his Way. And Jam. 4.6. God Resisteth the proud, and gives grace to the humble. cc ord pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, r-crq n1 dt av ord n1 pp-f dt njp: n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1 crd. pns31 vmb vvi dt j po31 n1. cc np1 crd. np1 vvz dt j, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1068 The first step to saving Knowledge, is to have an humble conceit of our own wisdom, to know our own ignorance. The First step to Saving Knowledge, is to have an humble conceit of our own Wisdom, to know our own ignorance. dt ord n1 p-acp vvg n1, vbz pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f po12 d n1, pc-acp vvi po12 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1069 Behold, (saith God, the high and mighty one that inhabiteth Eternity) even to this man will I look, who is of an humble spirit, and trembleth at my word. Behold, (Says God, the high and mighty one that Inhabiteth Eternity) even to this man will I look, who is of an humble Spirit, and Trembleth At my word. vvb, (vvz np1, dt j cc j pi cst vvz n1) av p-acp d n1 vmb pns11 vvb, r-crq vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz p-acp po11 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1070 Christ will own none but the humble soul: he himself was the true pattern of Humility, whose example we are to follow: christ will own none but the humble soul: he himself was the true pattern of Humility, whose Exampl we Are to follow: np1 vmb vvi pix cc-acp dt j n1: pns31 px31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi: (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1071 for he that expects Salvation by Christ, ought so to walk, even as he walked: Learn of me (saith Christ) for I am meek and humble. for he that expects Salvation by christ, ought so to walk, even as he walked: Learn of me (Says christ) for I am meek and humble. c-acp pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp np1, vmd av pc-acp vvi, av c-acp pns31 vvd: vvb pp-f pno11 (vvz np1) p-acp pns11 vbm j cc j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1072 And he hath pronounced a blessing to such as imitate him here: as in Mat. 5.5. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. And he hath pronounced a blessing to such as imitate him Here: as in Mathew 5.5. Blessed Are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. cc pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d c-acp vvi pno31 av: c-acp p-acp np1 crd. vvn vbr dt j, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1073 And again he saith, Mat. 23.12. Whosoever exalteth himself, shall be brought low, but whosoever humbleth himself, shall be exalted. And again he Says, Mathew 23.12. Whosoever Exalteth himself, shall be brought low, but whosoever Humbleth himself, shall be exalted. cc av pns31 vvz, np1 crd. r-crq vvz px31, vmb vbi vvn j, cc-acp r-crq vvz px31, vmb vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1074 The Lord is high, saith the Psalmist, yet he beholdeth the lowly, but the proud he knoweth a far off, Psal. 138.6. The pride of a man shall bring him low, but the humble in spirit shall enjoy Glory, Prov. 29.23. The Lord is high, Says the Psalmist, yet he beholdeth the lowly, but the proud he Knoweth a Far off, Psalm 138.6. The pride of a man shall bring him low, but the humble in Spirit shall enjoy Glory, Curae 29.23. dt n1 vbz j, vvz dt n1, av pns31 vvz dt j, cc-acp dt j pns31 vvz dt av-j a-acp, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 av-j, cc-acp dt j p-acp n1 vmb vvi n1, np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1075 Thus you see it is only to the humble soul, that God will have respect, for a proud look, and a proud heart, are an abomination to the Lord. Thus you see it is only to the humble soul, that God will have respect, for a proud look, and a proud heart, Are an abomination to the Lord. av pn22 vvb pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vmb vhi n1, c-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1, vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 64
1076 Now this Humility doth consist in having a mean and low esteem of our selves, Now this Humility does consist in having a mean and low esteem of our selves, av d n1 vdz vvi p-acp vhg dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1077 and a deep sence of our unworthiness, by reason of the filthiness and pollutions wherewith Sin hath defiled our Nature, and a deep sense of our unworthiness, by reason of the filthiness and pollutions wherewith since hath defiled our Nature, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 c-crq n1 vhz vvn po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1078 and doth stain and pollute all our Actions. and does stain and pollute all our Actions. cc vdz vvi cc vvi d po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1079 Hereby we come to abhor ou• selves, to renounce all merit of our own and all sufficiency in our selves, to any thing that is good, acknowledging tha• the least mercy we enjoy, is more th• … we deserve: this made David say; Hereby we come to abhor ou• selves, to renounce all merit of our own and all sufficiency in our selves, to any thing that is good, acknowledging tha• the least mercy we enjoy, is more th• … we deserve: this made David say; av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po12 d cc d n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d n1 cst vbz j, vvg n1 dt ds n1 pns12 vvb, vbz av-dc n1 … pns12 vvi: d vvn np1 vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1080 I a• less then the least of all thy mercies: I a• less then the least of all thy Mercies: pns11 n1 av-dc cs dt ds pp-f d po21 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1081 what am I, that thou shouldst do such great things for me? this made the Centurion say to Christ; what am I, that thou Shouldst do such great things for me? this made the Centurion say to christ; r-crq vbm pns11, cst pns21 vmd2 vdi d j n2 p-acp pno11? d vvd dt n1 vvb p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1082 I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof: and John the Baptist; I am not worthy to unlose the latchet of his shoes: I am not worthy that thou Shouldst enter under my roof: and John the Baptist; I am not worthy to unlose the latchet of his shoes: pns11 vbm xx j cst pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp po11 n1: cc np1 dt n1; pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1083 and Paul, I am less then the least of Apostles not worthy to be called an Apostle So all Gods Servants were very caref• … not to think of themselves above wha• is meet. and Paul, I am less then the least of Apostles not worthy to be called an Apostle So all God's Servants were very caref• … not to think of themselves above wha• is meet. cc np1, pns11 vbm av-dc cs dt ds pp-f n2 xx j pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 av d ng1 n2 vbdr j n1 … xx pc-acp vvi pp-f px32 p-acp n1 vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1084 When Paul had been speaking how he had been labouring in the Gospel, he presently corrects himself, and saith: When Paul had been speaking how he had been labouring in the Gospel, he presently corrects himself, and Says: c-crq np1 vhd vbn vvg c-crq pns31 vhd vbn vvg p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvz px31, cc vvz: (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1085 Not I, but the Grace of God in me. This is the frame of a Christians spirit, to give all the Glory to God, Not I, but the Grace of God in me. This is the frame of a Christians Spirit, to give all the Glory to God, xx pns11, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno11. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1086 and to think every one better than himself. and to think every one better than himself. cc pc-acp vvi d crd jc cs px31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1087 Therefore whosoever thou art, that art highly conceited of thy own worth, that seemest wise in thy own eyes, that ar• apt to boast of thy good parts, Therefore whosoever thou art, that art highly conceited of thy own worth, that seemest wise in thy own eyes, that ar• apt to boast of thy good parts, av c-crq pns21 vb2r, cst vb2r av-j vvn pp-f po21 d n1, cst vv2 j p-acp po21 d n2, cst n1 j pc-acp vvi pp-f po21 j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1088 and never as yet sawest thy self to be a poor, miserable, naked, empty [ nothing ] creature, •void of all goodness, and never as yet Sawest thy self to be a poor, miserable, naked, empty [ nothing ] creature, •void of all Goodness, cc av-x c-acp av vvd2 po21 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j, j, j, j [ pix ] n1, vvb pp-f d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1089 and utterly unworthy to receive any favour or blessing from the Lord, thou hast not yet attained to true Humility, and utterly unworthy to receive any favour or blessing from the Lord, thou hast not yet attained to true Humility, cc av-j j pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vh2 xx av vvn p-acp j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1090 nor set one step forward towards Heaven. But Secondly, The second Qualification required in a Christian, is Faith, Mark 16.16. Whosoever believeth, and is Baptized, shall be saved; nor Set one step forward towards Heaven. But Secondly, The second Qualification required in a Christian, is Faith, Mark 16.16. Whosoever Believeth, and is Baptised, shall be saved; ccx vvi pi n1 av-j p-acp n1. p-acp ord, dt ord n1 vvd p-acp dt njp, vbz n1, vvb crd. r-crq vvz, cc vbz j-vvn, vmb vbi vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 64
1091 but he that will not believe, shall be damned, John. 3.15,16. but he that will not believe, shall be damned, John. 3.15,16. cc-acp pns31 cst vmb xx vvi, vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 64
1092 God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed on him, might not perish, but have everlasting life. God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed on him, might not perish, but have everlasting life. np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvd p-acp pno31, vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 64
1093 He that believeth not, is condemned already, because he hath not believed on the only begotten Son of God. He that Believeth not, is condemned already, Because he hath not believed on the only begotten Son of God. pns31 cst vvz xx, vbz vvn av, c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp dt av-j vvn n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 64
1094 But because it is common for all sorts of persons to think that they do believe, But Because it is Common for all sorts of Persons to think that they do believe, p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vdb vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 64
1095 and that therefore they may lay claim to the promise of eternal life, I will give you the character of a lively saving Faith, without which it is impossible to please God. and that Therefore they may lay claim to the promise of Eternal life, I will give you the character of a lively Saving Faith, without which it is impossible to please God. cc cst av pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt j j-vvg n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi np1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 64
1096 1. True Faith worketh by love, consumeth our Corruptions, and sanctifieth the whole man throughout: so that our Faith to God, is séen in our faithfulness to men; 1. True Faith works by love, consumeth our Corruptions, and Sanctifieth the Whole man throughout: so that our Faith to God, is seen in our faithfulness to men; crd j n1 vvz p-acp n1, vvz po12 n2, cc vvz dt j-jn n1 a-acp: av cst po12 n1 p-acp np1, vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 64
1097 out invisible belief, by our visible life; out invisible belief, by our visible life; av j n1, p-acp po12 j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 64
1098 Faith and Holiness, are as inseperable as Life and Motion, the Sun and Light, Fire and Heat, Ice and Coldness, Honey and Sweetness. Faith and Holiness, Are as inseparable as Life and Motion, the Sun and Light, Fire and Heat, Ice and Coldness, Honey and Sweetness. n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp j c-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 64
1099 Again, Faith believeth the threats of the Words, as well as the promises; Again, Faith Believeth the Treats of the Words, as well as the promises; av, n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1100 and if such as think they have Faith, did believe the truth of those threatnings which God hath denounced against Swearers, Drunkards, Vnclean, Covetous, Ambitious, Vnjust, Envious, Malicous Persons, and if such as think they have Faith, did believe the truth of those threatenings which God hath denounced against Swearers, Drunkards, Unclean, Covetous, Ambitious, Unjust, Envious, Malicious Persons, cc cs d c-acp vvb pns32 vhb n1, vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2-vvg r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2, n2, j-u, j, j, j, j, np1 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1101 and such like Sinners, how durst they then so wallow in these sins? that if God instead of Hell, had promised Heaven for a reward unto them, they could not do more then they do. and such like Sinners, how durst they then so wallow in these Sins? that if God instead of Hell, had promised Heaven for a reward unto them, they could not do more then they do. cc d j n2, q-crq vvd pns32 av av vvi p-acp d n2? cst cs np1 av pp-f n1, vhd vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd xx vdi av-dc cs pns32 vdb. (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1102 Many do sottishly deceive themselves with an opinion of Faith, who indeed believe not so much as the Devil doth, Many do sottishly deceive themselves with an opinion of Faith, who indeed believe not so much as the devil does, np1 vdb av-j vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av vvb xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 vdz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1103 for he believes the threatnings of the Word, and trembles for horrour; for he believes the threatenings of the Word, and trembles for horror; c-acp pns31 vvz dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1104 but they go on in sin, eve• •ocking at the Menaces, and in the infidelity of their hearts, but they go on in since, eve• •ocking At the Menaces, and in the infidelity of their hearts, cc-acp pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, n1 vvg p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1105 even give them the lye, saying, no such things shall befal them: even give them the lie, saying, no such things shall befall them: av vvb pno32 dt n1, vvg, dx d n2 vmb vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1106 but what saith the Apostle, When they shall say, peace and safety, then comes on them sudden destruction, 1 Thes. 5.3. but what Says the Apostle, When they shall say, peace and safety, then comes on them sudden destruction, 1 Thebes 5.3. cc-acp q-crq vvz dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, n1 cc n1, av vvz p-acp pno32 j n1, crd np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 64
1107 But Thirdly, True Faith is wrought by the Spirit of God, in the hearing or reading the Word at the time of a mans conversion, But Thirdly, True Faith is wrought by the Spirit of God, in the hearing or reading the Word At the time of a men conversion, p-acp ord, j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1108 when God enlightens his mind, to see his lost, undone, and perishing condition, and convinceth him of his unbelief: when God enlightens his mind, to see his lost, undone, and perishing condition, and Convinces him of his unbelief: c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn, vvn, cc vvg n1, cc vvz pno31 pp-f po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1109 so that whosoever never saw himself to be without Faith, hath as yet, no Faith: so that whosoever never saw himself to be without Faith, hath as yet, no Faith: av cst r-crq av-x vvd px31 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, vhz p-acp av, dx n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1110 for however many think it an easie matter to believe, yet he that goes about it, shall find that it is as hard a work to believe in the Gospel, as to keep the Law; for however many think it an easy matter to believe, yet he that Goes about it, shall find that it is as hard a work to believe in the Gospel, as to keep the Law; c-acp c-acp d vvb pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, av pns31 cst vvz p-acp pn31, vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz a-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1111 and only God must enable to both: and only God must enable to both: cc av-j np1 vmb vvi p-acp d: (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1112 It is easie indeed for a soul that was never burthened with sin, that was never sensible of the filthiness thereof, It is easy indeed for a soul that was never burdened with since, that was never sensible of the filthiness thereof, pn31 vbz j av p-acp dt n1 cst vbds av-x j-vvn p-acp n1, cst vbds av-x j pp-f dt n1 av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1113 and of Gods wrath due unto it: such a one thinks it a small matter to believe; and of God's wrath due unto it: such a one thinks it a small matter to believe; cc pp-f ng1 n1 j-jn p-acp pn31: d dt pi vvz pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1114 but this is a sure rule, that that perswasion only which follows Humiliation, is Faith, and that which goes before it is Presumption. Then, but this is a sure Rule, that that persuasion only which follows Humiliation, is Faith, and that which Goes before it is Presumption. Then, cc-acp d vbz dt j n1, cst d n1 av-j r-crq vvz n1, vbz n1, cc cst r-crq vvz p-acp pn31 vbz n1. av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 64
1115 Fourthly, True Faith, as it is wrought by the Spirit of God, •it brings forth the fruits of the spirit; mentioned, Gal. 5.22,23. Faith never goes alone, but hath a whole train of other Graces to follow her; Fourthly, True Faith, as it is wrought by the Spirit of God, •it brings forth the fruits of the Spirit; mentioned, Gal. 5.22,23. Faith never Goes alone, but hath a Whole train of other Graces to follow her; ord, j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1; vvn, np1 crd. n1 av-x vvz av-j, cc-acp vhz dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 64
1116 as the Apostle saith, Add to your Faith Vertue, and to Vertue Temperance, and to Temperance Patience, as the Apostle Says, Add to your Faith Virtue, and to Virtue Temperance, and to Temperance Patience, c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvb p-acp po22 n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 np1-n, (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 64
1117 and to Patience Brotherly kindness, and to Brotherly kindness Charity; these and many more do always accompany a lively Faith. But to proceed. and to Patience Brotherly kindness, and to Brotherly kindness Charity; these and many more do always accompany a lively Faith. But to proceed. cc p-acp n1 av-j n1, cc p-acp j n1 n1; d cc av-d av-dc vdb av vvi dt j n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 64
1118 The third Qualification which I mentioned, is True Repentance; The third Qualification which I mentioned, is True Repentance; dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vvd, vbz j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1119 and that is through change, wrought in the whole man, whereby he becomes a new Creature, and that is through change, wrought in the Whole man, whereby he becomes a new Creature, cc d vbz p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1120 and turns from every sin, to the contrary good; from Pride, to Humility; from Drunkenness, to Sobriety; and turns from every since, to the contrary good; from Pride, to Humility; from drunkenness, to Sobriety; cc vvz p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j-jn j; p-acp n1, p-acp n1; p-acp n1, p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1121 from Vain Discourse, to Holy Communion; from Covetousness, to Liberallity; from Laciviousness, to Chastity: and this not only for a little while, but even so long as he lives: from Vain Discourse, to Holy Communion; from Covetousness, to Liberality; from Lasciviousness, to Chastity: and this not only for a little while, but even so long as he lives: p-acp j n1, p-acp j n1; p-acp n1, p-acp n1; p-acp n1, p-acp n1: cc d xx av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp av av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1122 which repentance is ever accompanied with a hatred of the sin we turn from, and a love of that good we turn unto; which Repentance is ever accompanied with a hatred of the since we turn from, and a love of that good we turn unto; r-crq n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f cst j pns12 vvb p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1123 and is usually procured by the consideration of Gods unspeakable goodness towards us, according to the Apostle; and is usually procured by the consideration of God's unspeakable Goodness towards us, according to the Apostle; cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1124 The goodness of God leadeth thee to Repentance. The Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno21 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1125 When we come to consider what God hath done for us, how he Created us after his own Image; When we come to Consider what God hath done for us, how he Created us After his own Image; c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12, c-crq pns31 vvn pno12 p-acp po31 d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1126 and when by sinning we had lost the same, and plunged our selves into misery, he sent his only Son to redeem, and when by sinning we had lost the same, and plunged our selves into misery, he sent his only Son to Redeem, cc c-crq p-acp vvg pns12 vhd vvn dt d, cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1127 and regain our happiness, how his merits are renewed daily towards us, in preserving, providing for us, and regain our happiness, how his merits Are renewed daily towards us, in preserving, providing for us, cc vvi po12 n1, c-crq po31 n2 vbr vvn av-j p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg, vvg p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1128 and how ill we repayed the Lord for the same, when instead of living to his Glory, we have gloried in doing such things as do greatly dishonour him, being rebellious, stubborn, disobedient to all his Holy Laws and Commandements, abusing his Merits, slighting his Promises, despising his Iudgements, and how ill we repaid the Lord for the same, when instead of living to his Glory, we have gloried in doing such things as doe greatly dishonour him, being rebellious, stubborn, disobedient to all his Holy Laws and commandments, abusing his Merits, slighting his Promises, despising his Judgments, cc c-crq av-jn pns12 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt d, c-crq av pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp vdg d n2 c-acp n1 av-j vvi pno31, vbg j, j, j p-acp d po31 j n2 cc n2, vvg po31 n2, vvg po31 vvz, vvg po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1129 and turning his Grace into Wantonness, thereby vexing, grieving, and quenching his Holy Spirit: and turning his Grace into Wantonness, thereby vexing, grieving, and quenching his Holy Spirit: cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1, av vvg, vvg, cc vvg po31 j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1130 and yet, notwithstanding this, and much more, the Lord doth still spare us, and let us live, and yet, notwithstanding this, and much more, the Lord does still spare us, and let us live, cc av, c-acp d, cc av-d av-dc, dt n1 vdz av vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1131 whereas he might justly cut us off, and cast us into Hell: whereas he might justly Cut us off, and cast us into Hell: cs pns31 vmd av-j vvi pno12 a-acp, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1132 he doth still wait to be gracious, he calls us to come and accept of frée Mercy, he does still wait to be gracious, he calls us to come and accept of free Mercy, pns31 vdz av vvi pc-acp vbi j, pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1133 and promises to pardon and pass by what is past, if for the future we will amend our lives. and promises to pardon and pass by what is past, if for the future we will amend our lives. cc vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp r-crq vbz j, cs p-acp dt j-jn pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1134 This is that which makes us to loath our selves, to lye low before the Lord, to be exceedingly sorry that we should be so vile, This is that which makes us to loath our selves, to lie low before the Lord, to be exceedingly sorry that we should be so vile, d vbz d r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi av-vvg j cst pns12 vmd vbi av j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1135 and so unworthy, as to offend so gracious a God; this breeds a displeasure against our selves, and our ways, and a hatred against sin: and so unworthy, as to offend so gracious a God; this breeds a displeasure against our selves, and our ways, and a hatred against since: cc av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi av j dt n1; d vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1136 from hence ariseth in our hearts a full pu•pose and resolution to forsake every evil way, from hence arises in our hearts a full pu•pose and resolution to forsake every evil Way, p-acp av vvz p-acp po12 n2 dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1137 and to walk in newness of life; and this is true repentance, without which none can be saved: and to walk in newness of life; and this is true Repentance, without which none can be saved: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc d vbz j n1, p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1138 for except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish: for except you Repent, you shall all likewise perish: p-acp c-acp pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb av-d av vvi: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1139 and except a man be born again, he shall in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven: and except a man be born again, he shall in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven: cc p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av, pns31 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1140 but whosoever doth repent him of his sins, from the bottom of his heart, so as utterly to forsake them, he shal find mercy: but whosoever does Repent him of his Sins, from the bottom of his heart, so as utterly to forsake them, he shall find mercy: cc-acp r-crq vdz vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vmb vvi n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1141 the Lord hath promised it, and it shall surely be performed. But, Fourthly, The next qualification I am to speak of, is Love, and that is twofold. 1. To God himself: the Lord hath promised it, and it shall surely be performed. But, Fourthly, The next qualification I am to speak of, is Love, and that is twofold. 1. To God himself: dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, cc pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn. p-acp, ord, dt ord n1 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pp-f, vbz n1, cc d vbz j. crd p-acp np1 px31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 64
1142 Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy mind, and with all thy strength. 2. To our Brethren: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy mind, and with all thy strength. 2. To our Brothers: pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1. crd p-acp po12 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 64
1143 This is my Commandment, saith Christ, that ye love one-another, even as I have loved you: This is my Commandment, Says christ, that you love one-another, even as I have loved you: d vbz po11 n1, vvz np1, cst pn22 vvb j, av c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1144 And that we may know how to express our Love, he saith in another place, If ye love me, keep my Commandments: And that we may know how to express our Love, he Says in Another place, If you love me, keep my commandments: cc cst pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb po11 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1145 he that saith he loves God, and yet keepeth not his Commandments, is a Lyar. If we have a friend that we love dearly, he that Says he loves God, and yet Keepeth not his commandments, is a Lyar. If we have a friend that we love dearly, pns31 cst vvz pns31 vvz np1, cc av vvz xx po31 n2, vbz dt np1 cs pns12 vhb dt n1 cst pns12 vvb av-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1146 how careful are we to please him? how unwilling to do any thing which might procure his anger? we think no labour nor pains too much, imployed in serving him, we spare no cost nor charge, to express our high esteem of his friendship: how careful Are we to please him? how unwilling to do any thing which might procure his anger? we think no labour nor pains too much, employed in serving him, we spare no cost nor charge, to express our high esteem of his friendship: c-crq j vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi pno31? q-crq j pc-acp vdi d n1 r-crq vmd vvi po31 n1? pns12 vvb dx n1 ccx n2 av av-d, vvn p-acp vvg pno31, pns12 vvb dx n1 ccx n1, pc-acp vvi po12 j n1 pp-f po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1147 but hath not God been a greater friend to us then any man can be? ought we not much much more to love him, who is infinitely worthy to be beloved for his own sake, but hath not God been a greater friend to us then any man can be? ought we not much much more to love him, who is infinitely worthy to be Beloved for his own sake, cc-acp vhz xx np1 vbn dt jc n1 p-acp pno12 av d n1 vmb vbi? vmd pns12 xx d d dc pc-acp vvi pno31, r-crq vbz av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1148 if he had never done any thing for us? but now if we be careless in his service, negligent in performing what he requires of us, unwilling to part with any thing, that he calls to us for, it seems • … r Love is very cold: if he had never done any thing for us? but now if we be careless in his service, negligent in performing what he requires of us, unwilling to part with any thing, that he calls to us for, it seems • … r Love is very cold: cs pns31 vhd av vdi d n1 p-acp pno12? cc-acp av cs pns12 vbb j p-acp po31 n1, j p-acp vvg r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pno12, j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp, pn31 vvz • … sy n1 vbz av j-jn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1149 this is not loving God with all our hearts, when we will do more for an acquaintance, this is not loving God with all our hearts, when we will do more for an acquaintance, d vbz xx vvg np1 p-acp d po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vdi av-dc p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1150 or a relation, then for him. Indeed, God doth not stand in need of what we can do; or a Relation, then for him. Indeed, God does not stand in need of what we can do; cc dt n1, av p-acp pno31. np1, np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vdi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1151 he is beyond the reach of our good works: our love cannot add to his Blessedness; as David saith; he is beyond the reach of our good works: our love cannot add to his Blessedness; as David Says; pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2: po12 n1 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1; c-acp np1 vvz; (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1152 My goodness tendeth not to thee. My Goodness tendeth not to thee. po11 n1 vvz xx p-acp pno21. (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1153 Yet he requires that in testimony of our Love and thankfulness to him, for what we have received from him, we should shew forth the same in all expressions of Kindness and Charity, to those that may be benefited thereby: Yet he requires that in testimony of our Love and thankfulness to him, for what we have received from him, we should show forth the same in all expressions of Kindness and Charity, to those that may be benefited thereby: av pns31 vvz cst p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, pns12 vmd vvi av dt d p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d cst vmb vbi vvn av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1154 and it is a sure rule, he that loves God, for his own sake, will love his Brother for Gods sake. and it is a sure Rule, he that loves God, for his own sake, will love his Brother for God's sake. cc pn31 vbz dt j vvi, pns31 cst vvz np1, p-acp po31 d n1, vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1155 A true and pious Christian destres to do something for Christ, who hath done and suffered so much for him, A true and pious Christian destres to doe something for christ, who hath done and suffered so much for him, dt j cc j np1 zz p-acp n1 pi p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vdn cc vvn av av-d p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1156 and who is pleased to take that so kindly, which we do for his sake, that he hath promised whosoever shall give but a cup of cold water in his Fame, he shall not go unrewarded: and who is pleased to take that so kindly, which we do for his sake, that he hath promised whosoever shall give but a cup of cold water in his Fame, he shall not go unrewarded: cc r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cst av av-j, r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1157 Therefore if thou bearest any good will to God or Christ, whom it is not in thy power to pleasure, thou wilt shew thy thankfulness to him in his Children, who are bone of his bone, and flesh of his flesh: Therefore if thou bearest any good will to God or christ, whom it is not in thy power to pleasure, thou wilt show thy thankfulness to him in his Children, who Are bone of his bone, and Flesh of his Flesh: av cs pns21 vv2 d j n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, ro-crq pn31 vbz xx p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vbr n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1158 it is impossible that he who hath Love should be ungrateful: it is impossible that he who hath Love should be ungrateful: pn31 vbz j cst pns31 r-crq vhz n1 vmd vbi j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1159 Mary Magdalen had received much, and this made her love much, and loving much, she thought nothiog too much to bestow, Marry Magdalen had received much, and this made her love much, and loving much, she Thought nothiog too much to bestow, uh np1 vhd vvn av-d, cc d vvd po31 n1 av-d, cc j-vvg av-d, pns31 vvd n1 av av-d pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1160 even upon the most remote members of Christ, to express her thankfulness. An ingenious disposition cannot receive favours without thoughts of return: even upon the most remote members of christ, to express her thankfulness. an ingenious disposition cannot receive favours without thoughts of return: av p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1. dt j n1 vmbx vvi n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1161 Behold thou hast been careful for us, saith Elisha to the Shunamite: with all this care, Behold thou hast been careful for us, Says Elisha to the Shunamite: with all this care, vvb pns21 vh2 vbn j p-acp pno12, vvz np1 p-acp dt n1: p-acp d d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1162 now what is to be done for thee? so saith the true Christian: Behold O Lord, thou hast been exceeding gracious, thou hast conferred great benefits upon me, now what is to be done for thee? so Says the true Christian: Behold Oh Lord, thou hast been exceeding gracious, thou hast conferred great benefits upon me, av q-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno21? av vvz dt j np1: vvb uh n1, pns21 vh2 vbn av-vvg j, pns21 vh2 vvn j n2 p-acp pno11, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1163 now how can I sufficiently express my thankfulness unto thee, for the same. now how can I sufficiently express my thankfulness unto thee, for the same. av q-crq vmb pns11 av-j vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp dt d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1164 What shall I render to the Lord for all his mercies? saith David. Indeed all that we can do is too little, What shall I render to the Lord for all his Mercies? Says David. Indeed all that we can do is too little, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2? vvz np1. av d cst pns12 vmb vdi vbz av j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1165 but God doth not look for such Love and Service from us, as he is worthy to receive, but God does not look for such Love and Service from us, as he is worthy to receive, cc-acp np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1166 but as we are able to give: but as we Are able to give: cc-acp c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi: (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1167 and it is for our own good that he would be served and magnified by us, that so he may reward our labour of Love, with everlasting bliss and happiness. and it is for our own good that he would be served and magnified by us, that so he may reward our labour of Love, with everlasting bliss and happiness. cc pn31 vbz p-acp po12 d j cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, cst av pns31 vmb vvi po12 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 64
1168 Now the best way to make it appear that the Love of God is shed abroad in our hearts, is to be fruitful in the Works of Piety and Charity, Pure Religeon, Now the best Way to make it appear that the Love of God is shed abroad in our hearts, is to be fruitful in the Works of Piety and Charity, Pure Religion, av dt js n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av p-acp po12 n2, vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1 cc n1, j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1169 and undefiled before God, saith St. James, Is to visit the fatherless and widows in their adversity, and undefiled before God, Says Saint James, Is to visit the fatherless and Widows in their adversity, cc j p-acp np1, vvz n1 np1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1170 and to keep himself unspotted from the World. Love is the fulfiling of the Law, Rom. 13.10. We ought so to love our Neighbour as our selves. and to keep himself unspotted from the World. Love is the fulfilling of the Law, Rom. 13.10. We ought so to love our Neighbour as our selves. cc pc-acp vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1. n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1171 But how do we so, if we take not care for them, as we do for our selves? Dost thou see any one in affliction, But how do we so, if we take not care for them, as we do for our selves? Dost thou see any one in affliction, cc-acp q-crq vdb pns12 av, cs pns12 vvb xx n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp po12 n2? vd2 pns21 vvi d pi p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1172 or want comfort? consider, if thou wert in such a condition, as God knows how soon thou maist, wouldst not thou in thy need be relieved? Why then surely 'tis reason thou shouldst do to others, or want Comfort? Consider, if thou Wertenberg in such a condition, as God knows how soon thou Mayest, Wouldst not thou in thy need be relieved? Why then surely it's reason thou Shouldst do to Others, cc vvb n1? vvb, cs pns21 vbd2r p-acp d dt n1, c-acp np1 vvz c-crq av pns21 vm2, vmd2 xx pns21 p-acp po21 n1 vbi vvn? uh-crq av av-j pn31|vbz n1 pns21 vmd2 vdi pc-acp n2-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1173 as thou wouldst have them do to thee; and for our encouragement to this duty of Love or Charity. as thou Wouldst have them do to thee; and for our encouragement to this duty of Love or Charity. c-acp pns21 vmd2 vhi pno32 vdb p-acp pno21; cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1174 Consider that Christ accounts that which is done to his poor members here on earth, as done to himself; Consider that christ accounts that which is done to his poor members Here on earth, as done to himself; np1 cst np1 vvz cst r-crq vbz vdn p-acp po31 j n2 av p-acp n1, c-acp vdn p-acp px31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1175 as appears by many express Testimonies of Scripture. VVhen I was an hungred, ye fed me; as appears by many express Testimonies of Scripture. When I was an hungered, you fed me; c-acp vvz p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1. c-crq pns11 vbds dt vvd, pn22 vvd pno11; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1176 when I was naked, ye cloathed me; when I was in prison, ye visited me; when I was naked, you clothed me; when I was in prison, you visited me; c-crq pns11 vbds j, pn22 vvd pno11; c-crq pns11 vbds p-acp n1, pn22 vvd pno11; (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1177 for in as much as ye did it to one of these little ones, that believed in me, ye did it unto me, Mat. 25.34, &c. He that giveth to the poor, lendeth to the Lord, Prov. 19.17. To do good and to distribute, forget not, for with such Sacrifice God is well-pleased: for in as much as you did it to one of these little ones, that believed in me, you did it unto me, Mathew 25.34, etc. He that gives to the poor, dares to the Lord, Curae 19.17. To do good and to distribute, forget not, for with such Sacrifice God is well-pleased: c-acp p-acp c-acp d c-acp pn22 vdd pn31 p-acp crd pp-f d j pi2, d vvn p-acp pno11, pn22 vdd pn31 p-acp pno11, np1 crd, av pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j, vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vdi j cc pc-acp vvi, vvb xx, c-acp p-acp d n1 np1 vbz j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1178 look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of other men: look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of other men: vvb xx d n1 p-acp po31 d n2, cc-acp d n1 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1179 let the same mind be in you, which was even in Christ Iesus, Phil. 2.4,5,6. He that is endued with this Grace of Love will open his hands to such as are in want: let the same mind be in you, which was even in christ Iesus, Philip 2.4,5,6. He that is endued with this Grace of Love will open his hands to such as Are in want: vvb dt d n1 vbi p-acp pn22, r-crq vbds av p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd. pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp d c-acp vbr p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1180 and so far as his ability extends, will lend or give to them sufficient for their need: as God commands, Deut. 15.8. and so Far as his ability extends, will lend or give to them sufficient for their need: as God commands, Deuteronomy 15.8. cc av av-j c-acp po31 n1 vvz, vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 j p-acp po32 n1: c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1181 It will make a man of Jobs Spirit, who would not eat his morsels alone, but invited the fatherless to eat with him, Job 31.17. It will make a man love his enemies, and do good to them that do hurt to him, Luke. 6.35. It will make a man of Jobs Spirit, who would not eat his morsels alone, but invited the fatherless to eat with him, Job 31.17. It will make a man love his enemies, and do good to them that do hurt to him, Lycia. 6.35. pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 n1, r-crq vmd xx vvi po31 n2 av-j, cc-acp vvd dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, n1 crd. pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb po31 n2, cc vdb j p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi p-acp pno31, av. crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1182 Yea more, it will make a man lay down his life for the brethren, 1 John. 3.16. These are the properties of Christian Love, which will appear more or less in the life of every true believer: Yea more, it will make a man lay down his life for the brothers, 1 John. 3.16. These Are the properties of Christian Love, which will appear more or less in the life of every true believer: uh n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, crd np1 crd. d vbr dt n2 pp-f njp n1, r-crq vmb vvi dc cc av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1183 but he that hath this worlds good, and seeth his Brother in want, and yet hath no compassion of him, but he that hath this world's good, and sees his Brother in want, and yet hath no compassion of him, cc-acp pns31 cst vhz d n2 j, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc av vhz dx n1 pp-f pno31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1184 how dwells the love of God in that man? how dwells the love of God in that man? q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1? (9) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 64
1185 But in the Fifth and last place, Obedience to Gods will and Commandments is the main Duty of every Christian, Heb. 5.9. Christ is said to be the Author of eternal Salvation unto all that obey him: But in the Fifth and last place, obedience to God's will and commandments is the main Duty of every Christian, Hebrew 5.9. christ is said to be the Author of Eternal Salvation unto all that obey him: cc-acp p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, n1 p-acp n2 vmb cc n2 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d njp, np1 crd. np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d cst vvb pno31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1186 not unto them which continue in their rebellious wickedness, and never submit to be ruled by the Scepter of his word: not unto them which continue in their rebellious wickedness, and never submit to be ruled by the Sceptre of his word: xx p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 j n1, cc av-x vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1187 Christs blood was shed for ablution, as well as absolution: Christ blood was shed for ablution, as well as absolution: npg1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1188 as well to cleanse from the soil and filth of sin, as to clear and free from the guilt of sin, Rom. 6.5,6. as well to cleanse from the soil and filth of since, as to clear and free from the guilt of since, Rom. 6.5,6. c-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1189 God hath chosen us in Christ from the Creation of the World, that we should be holy, God hath chosen us in christ from the Creation of the World, that we should be holy, np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1190 and without blame before him in Love, Eph. 1.4. They therefore that never come to be Holy, never were chosen. and without blame before him in Love, Ephesians 1.4. They Therefore that never come to be Holy, never were chosen. cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns32 av cst av-x vvb pc-acp vbi j, av-x vbdr vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1191 We are said to be Created in Christ Iesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained, that we should walk in them: We Are said to be Created in christ Iesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained, that we should walk in them: pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp j n2, r-crq np1 vhz p-acp vvn, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1192 Christ came not to save us in our Sins, but from our sins: to redeem unto himself a peculiar people, Zealous of good works: and it i• his Commandment: christ Come not to save us in our Sins, but from our Sins: to Redeem unto himself a peculiar people, Zealous of good works: and it i• his Commandment: np1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp po12 n2: pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1, j pp-f j n2: cc pn31 n1 po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1193 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven. Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven. vvb po22 n1 av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2 cc vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1194 Yea, the Lord hath bound it with an Oath: Yea, the Lord hath bound it with an Oath: uh, dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1195 that whomsoever he redeemeth out of the hands of their spiritual enemies, they shall worship him in Holiness and Righteousness all the days of their life, Luke 1.73, &c. This is that obedience which is better then Sacrifice, that whomsoever he Redeemeth out of the hands of their spiritual enemies, they shall worship him in Holiness and Righteousness all the days of their life, Lycia 1.73, etc. This is that Obedience which is better then Sacrifice, d ro-crq pns31 vvz av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 j n2, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, av crd, av d vbz d n1 r-crq vbz jc cs n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1196 and without which let none expect to be saved: for God hath said, VVithout Holiness no man shall see the Lord: and without which let none expect to be saved: for God hath said, Without Holiness no man shall see the Lord: cc p-acp r-crq vvb pix vvi pc-acp vbi vvn: c-acp np1 vhz vvn, p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1197 be ye therefore holy, even as God is holy. be you Therefore holy, even as God is holy. vbb pn22 av j, av c-acp np1 vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1198 There are many wicked men, who go on in a continual course of sin, and make no conscience of obeying Gods Word, There Are many wicked men, who go on in a continual course of since, and make no conscience of obeying God's Word, pc-acp vbr d j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb dx n1 pp-f vvg npg1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1199 or of walking in his ways: yet they think themselves good Christians, and doubt not of their Salvation: or of walking in his ways: yet they think themselves good Christians, and doubt not of their Salvation: cc pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n2: av pns32 vvi px32 j np1, cc vvb xx pp-f po32 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1200 every drunken beast and blaspheamer thinks to go to Heaven, though none shall come there, nor once see God without Holiness, which they abhor. every drunken beast and blasphemer thinks to go to Heaven, though none shall come there, nor once see God without Holiness, which they abhor. d j n1 cc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cs pix vmb vvi a-acp, ccx a-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1, r-crq pns32 vvb. (9) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 64
1201 One minds nothing but his Cups: another nothing but his Coyn: a third only his Curtizan: One minds nothing but his Cups: Another nothing but his Coin: a third only his Courtesan: pi vvz pix p-acp po31 n2: j-jn pix p-acp po31 vvb: dt ord av-j po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1202 yet all these appoint to méet in heaven, but this is not the way thither, 1 John 2.16. yet all these appoint to meet in heaven, but this is not the Way thither, 1 John 2.16. av d d vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp d vbz xx dt n1 av, crd np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1203 The Lust of the Eye, and the pride of Life is a broad way indeed, but not to Heaven: The Lust of the Eye, and the pride of Life is a broad Way indeed, but not to Heaven: dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1 av, cc-acp xx p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1204 Or, Know ye not, saith the Apostle, the unrighteous shall not enter into the Kingdom of God: Or, Know you not, Says the Apostle, the unrighteous shall not enter into the Kingdom of God: cc, vvb pn22 xx, vvz dt n1, dt j vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1205 be not deceived, neither Fornicators, nor Adulterers, nor Unclean persons, nor Covetous, nor Drunkards, nor Swearers, be not deceived, neither Fornicators, nor Adulterers, nor Unclean Persons, nor Covetous, nor Drunkards, nor Swearers, vbb xx vvn, dx n2, ccx n2, ccx j-u n2, ccx j, ccx n2, ccx n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1206 nor Lyars, can claim any interest in the promise of eternal life, by Christ Jesus: nor Liars, can claim any Interest in the promise of Eternal life, by christ jesus: ccx n2, vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp np1 np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1207 For that grace of God which bringeth salvation, teacheth us to deny all ungodliness and worldly lusts, For that grace of God which brings salvation, Teaches us to deny all ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, c-acp cst n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1208 and to live god•y, righteously, and soberly in this present world, Tit. 2.12. and to live god•y, righteously, and soberly in this present world, Tit. 2.12. cc pc-acp vvi n1, av-j, cc av-j p-acp d j n1, np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1209 If Christ be not our King to govern us, be will neither be our Prophet to forewar•, nor our Priest to expiate. If christ be not our King to govern us, be will neither be our Prophet to forewar•, nor our Priest to expiate. cs np1 vbb xx po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, vbb n1 av-dx vbi po12 n1 p-acp n1, ccx po12 n1 pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1210 Except we forsake our sins, God will never forgive them: Except we forsake our Sins, God will never forgive them: c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2, np1 vmb av-x vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1211 it cannot consist with his Iustice to pardon such as continue in an evil course of life, it cannot consist with his justice to pardon such as continue in an evil course of life, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d c-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1212 if Christ hath freed us from the damnation of sin, he hath also freed us from the dominion of sin: if christ hath freed us from the damnation of since, he hath also freed us from the dominion of since: cs np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vhz av vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1213 if with his blood he hath quenched the fire of Hell for us, he hath also quenched the fire of Lust in us: if with his blood he hath quenched the fire of Hell for us, he hath also quenched the fire of Lust in us: cs p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vhz av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1214 Christs Iustifying blood, is given by his Sanctifying Spirit. Christ Justifying blood, is given by his Sanctifying Spirit. npg1 vvg n1, vbz vvn p-acp po31 j-vvg n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1215 Therefore such as have no government of their Passions, no conscience of their Actions, no care of their lives: Therefore such as have no government of their Passion, no conscience of their Actions, no care of their lives: av d c-acp vhb dx n1 pp-f po32 n2, dx n1 pp-f po32 n2, dx n1 pp-f po32 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1216 whatever they think or pretend, they have no portion nor share in the promises of the Gospel. whatever they think or pretend, they have no portion nor share in the promises of the Gospel. r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi, pns32 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1217 How many that would be accounted Christians, and think to go to heaven, yet in sundry particulars fall short of many wicked reprobates recorded in Scripture, who never had the hearts, upon the hearing the threatnings of the Word, to relent, How many that would be accounted Christians, and think to go to heaven, yet in sundry particulars fallen short of many wicked Reprobates recorded in Scripture, who never had the hearts, upon the hearing the threatenings of the Word, to relent, c-crq d cst vmd vbi vvn np1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, av p-acp j n2-j vvb j pp-f d j n2-jn vvn p-acp n1, r-crq av-x vhd dt n2, p-acp dt vvg dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1218 and humble themselves with Ahab, to confess their sins, and desire the people of God to pray for them: and humble themselves with Ahab, to confess their Sins, and desire the people of God to pray for them: cc vvi px32 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1219 with Pharaoh to be affected with joy in hearing the Word, and practice many things: with Herod to be zealous against sin: with Pharaoh to be affected with joy in hearing the Word, and practice many things: with Herod to be zealous against since: p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, cc vvi d n2: p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1220 with Jehu, willing to part with a good part of their goods: with Jehu, willing to part with a good part of their goods: p-acp np1, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2-j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1221 with Ananias, to forsake the world and all their hopes in it, to follow Christ as Demas and others, to venture their lives with Alexander the Copper-smith, in cleaving to the truth. with Ananias, to forsake the world and all their hope's in it, to follow christ as Demas and Others, to venture their lives with Alexander the Coppersmith, in cleaving to the truth. p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc d po32 n2 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1 cc n2-jn, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1222 Yea, it is said of Judas himself, that he repented: there is Contrition: he saith, I have sinned: there is Confession: Yea, it is said of Judas himself, that he repented: there is Contrition: he Says, I have sinned: there is Confessi: uh, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 px31, cst pns31 vvd: pc-acp vbz n1: pns31 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn: a-acp vbz n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1223 and he restored the money again: there is Satisfaction, which is all the Papists repentance: and yet he is Judas the Son of perdition still. and he restored the money again: there is Satisfaction, which is all the Papists Repentance: and yet he is Judas the Son of perdition still. cc pns31 vvd dt n1 av: pc-acp vbz n1, r-crq vbz d dt njp2 n1: cc av pns31 vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1224 Now examine thy self, and try whether thou dost not come short of these: Now examine thy self, and try whither thou dost not come short of these: av vvb po21 n1, cc vvi cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi j pp-f d: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1225 if so, it is but madness for thee to please thy self in a false conceit of thine own Happiness. if so, it is but madness for thee to please thy self in a false conceit of thine own Happiness. cs av, pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1226 Vngodly men think God is all mercy, yet the Word tells us he is a consuming fire, and a jealous God: Ungodly men think God is all mercy, yet the Word tells us he is a consuming fire, and a jealous God: j n2 vvb np1 vbz d n1, av dt n1 vvz pno12 pns31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j np1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1227 and how can they expect he should be merciful to them, who are •nmerciful and cruel to him, to his, and how can they expect he should be merciful to them, who Are •nmerciful and cruel to him, to his, cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvb pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp pno31, p-acp po31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1228 and to their own souls? Indéed the Lord is very gracious and ready to forgive such as are humble and penitent sinners, who are willing to be cleansed from their sins, and to their own Souls? Indeed the Lord is very gracious and ready to forgive such as Are humble and penitent Sinners, who Are willing to be cleansed from their Sins, cc p-acp po32 d n2? av dt n1 vbz av j cc j pc-acp vvi d c-acp vbr j cc j-jn n2, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1229 and to put away the evil of their doings, and abhor themselves because of their iniquities: and to put away the evil of their doings, and abhor themselves Because of their iniquities: cc pc-acp vvi av dt n-jn pp-f po32 n2-vdg, cc vvi px32 c-acp pp-f po32 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1230 he is exceeding merciful, and full of compassion to such: he is exceeding merciful, and full of compassion to such: pns31 vbz av-vvg j, cc j pp-f n1 p-acp d: (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1231 but to those that wilfully go on in wickedness following the lusts and desires of their own hearts, he will not speak peace to them, but if they repent not, he will come in flames of Fire to take vengeance upon them. but to those that wilfully go on in wickedness following the Lustiest and Desires of their own hearts, he will not speak peace to them, but if they Repent not, he will come in flames of Fire to take vengeance upon them. cc-acp p-acp d cst av-j vvb a-acp p-acp n1 vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d n2, pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp cs pns32 vvb xx, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 64
1232 Therefore consider this, all ye that forget God, least he tear you in pieces, and there be none to deliver. Therefore Consider this, all you that forget God, lest he tear you in Pieces, and there be none to deliver. av vvi d, d pn22 cst vvb np1, cs pns31 vvb pn22 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vbi pix pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1233 Yea, consider well all you that read or hear this Book, wha• great difference there is betwixt a Christian in name, and a Christian indeed: Yea, Consider well all you that read or hear this Book, wha• great difference there is betwixt a Christian in name, and a Christian indeed: uh, vvb av av-d pn22 cst vvb cc vvi d n1, n1 j n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt njp p-acp n1, cc dt njp av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1234 examine your hearts throughly, and try your selves by this Touchstone, and sée whether you were ever as yet truly humbled under the sight and sence of your Original Corruption, and Actual Transgression: examine your hearts thoroughly, and try your selves by this Touchstone, and see whither you were ever as yet truly humbled under the sighed and sense of your Original Corruption, and Actual Transgression: vvb po22 n2 av-j, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1, cc vvb cs pn22 vbdr av c-acp av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 j-jn n1, cc j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1235 whether sin hath ever been a burthen unto you, and your greatest grief: whither since hath ever been a burden unto you, and your greatest grief: cs n1 vhz av vbn dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc po22 js n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1236 whether you were ever savingly enlightned to discern the hidden misteries of the Gospel, and enabled in same measure to lay how upon Christ by a lively Faith, such as purifieth your hearts, whither you were ever savingly enlightened to discern the hidden Mysteres of the Gospel, and enabled in same measure to lay how upon christ by a lively Faith, such as Purifieth your hearts, cs pn22 vbdr av av-vvg vvn p-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, d c-acp vvz po22 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1237 and makes you prize Christ more then all things in the world? whether you did ever with hatred of your 〈 ◊ 〉, turn from them, and makes you prize christ more then all things in the world? whither you did ever with hatred of your 〈 ◊ 〉, turn from them, cc vvz pn22 n1 np1 av-dc cs d n2 p-acp dt n1? cs pn22 vdd av p-acp n1 pp-f po22 〈 sy 〉, vvb p-acp pno32, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1238 and return unto God 〈 ◊ 〉 true repentance, and are become new Creatures, to what once you were: and return unto God 〈 ◊ 〉 true Repentance, and Are become new Creatures, to what once you were: cc vvi p-acp np1 〈 sy 〉 uh-j np1-n, cc vbr vvn j n2, p-acp r-crq a-acp pn22 vbdr: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1239 whether you love God with all your hearts, being careful to please him, fearful to offend him, willing to part with any thing that is near or dear unto you, when he calls for it: whither you love God with all your hearts, being careful to please him, fearful to offend him, willing to part with any thing that is near or dear unto you, when he calls for it: cs pn22 vvb np1 p-acp d po22 n2, vbg j pc-acp vvi pno31, j p-acp vvb pno31, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst vbz j cc j-jn p-acp pn22, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1240 whether you are obedient to his will, in keeping his Commandments, in sanctifying his Saboths, in walking in his ways, in observing his Statutes to do them, in leading a Godly, Righteous and Sober Life, in doing good to all, where it lies in your power, in loving your enemies, whither you Are obedient to his will, in keeping his commandments, in sanctifying his Saboths, in walking in his ways, in observing his Statutes to do them, in leading a Godly, Righteous and Sobrium Life, in doing good to all, where it lies in your power, in loving your enemies, cs pn22 vbr j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n2, p-acp vvg po31 n2, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvg po31 n2 pc-acp vdi pno32, p-acp vvg dt j, j cc j n1, p-acp vdg j p-acp d, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp po22 n1, p-acp vvg po22 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1241 and rendring good for evil, in honouring God with your substance, and living holily, righteously, and unblamably in this present World: and rendering good for evil, in honouring God with your substance, and living holily, righteously, and unblamably in this present World: cc vvg j p-acp n-jn, p-acp vvg np1 p-acp po22 n1, cc vvg av-j, av-j, cc av-j p-acp d j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1242 if not, then all your confidence is but presumption, and Christ will say unto you in the last day, Depart from me, I know you not. if not, then all your confidence is but presumption, and christ will say unto you in the last day, Depart from me, I know you not. cs xx, cs d po22 n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt ord n1, vvb p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. (9) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 64
1243 O that God would open your eyes, and let you see those things which concern your everlasting peace, O that God would open your eyes, and let you see those things which concern your everlasting peace, fw-fr cst np1 vmd vvi po22 n2, cc vvb pn22 vvb d n2 r-crq vvb po22 j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 64
1244 before you go from hence and be no more séen. FINIS. before you go from hence and be no more seen. FINIS. c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp av cc vbb dx av-dc vvn. fw-la. (9) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 64
1245 Every Man's Duty, AND The Godly Man's Prastice: OR, Exhortations to Love GOD. Every Man's Duty, AND The Godly Man's practice: OR, Exhortations to Love GOD. d ng1 n1, cc dt j ng1 vvi: cc, n2 p-acp n1 np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 76
1246 AS great favours bestowed upon a Person of an Ingenious disposition, are as so many Cords to draw his Affections towards the Benefactour, AS great favours bestowed upon a Person of an Ingenious disposition, Are as so many Cords to draw his Affections towards the Benefactor, p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbr a-acp av d n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 76
1247 so the consideration of those unspeakale Mercies and Benefits which we have received from God is the strongest Matide to stir up our hearts unto thankfulness, so the consideration of those unspeakale mercies and Benefits which we have received from God is the Strongest Matide to stir up our hearts unto thankfulness, av dt n1 pp-f d n1 n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp np1 vbz dt js np1 p-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1248 and to knit our hearts unto the Lord in the inseparable bands of Love. and to knit our hearts unto the Lord in the inseparable bans of Love. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1249 Now to the end that all which read or hear this Book, may know how much they stand engaged unto God, I shall give you a taste of his goodness, Now to the end that all which read or hear this Book, may know how much they stand engaged unto God, I shall give you a taste of his Goodness, av p-acp dt n1 cst d r-crq vvb cc vvi d n1, vmb vvi c-crq av-d pns32 vvb vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1250 & let you see what he hath done for us, as in the first place he gave us our selves, & let you see what he hath done for us, as in the First place he gave us our selves, cc vvb pn22 vvb r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvd pno12 po12 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1251 and all the Creatures to be our servants, yea be created us after his own Image, in Righteousness and Holiness, and all the Creatures to be our Servants, yea be created us After his own Image, in Righteousness and Holiness, cc d dt n2 pc-acp vbi po12 n2, uh vbb vvn pno12 p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1252 and in perfect knowledge of the Truth, with a power to stand, and for ever to continue in a most blessed and happy condition, and in perfect knowledge of the Truth, with a power to stand, and for ever to continue in a most blessed and happy condition, cc p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-ds j-vvn cc j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1253 and this deserves all possible thankfulness, but this was nothing in comparison, for when we were in a sad condition, and this deserves all possible thankfulness, but this was nothing in comparison, for when we were in a sad condition, cc d vvz d j n1, cc-acp d vbds pix p-acp n1, c-acp c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1254 when we had forfeited all this and our selves, when by sin we had turned the Image of God into the Image of Satan, when we had forfeited all this and our selves, when by since we had turned the Image of God into the Image of Satan, c-crq pns12 vhd vvn d d cc po12 n2, c-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1255 and wilfully plunged our Souls and Bodies into eternal Torments, when we were become his enemies, mortally hating him, and wilfully plunged our Souls and Bodies into Eternal Torments, when we were become his enemies, mortally hating him, cc av-j vvn po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn po31 n2, av-jn vvg pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1256 and to our utmost, fighting against him, and taking part with his enemies Sin and Satan, not having the least thought or desire of reconcilement, and to our utmost, fighting against him, and taking part with his enemies since and Satan, not having the least Thought or desire of reconcilement, cc p-acp po12 j, vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1 cc np1, xx vhg dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1257 but a perverse and obstinate will to resist all means thereunto, he did redéem us, not only without asking, but a perverse and obstinate will to resist all means thereunto, he did Redeem us, not only without asking, cc-acp dt j cc j vmb p-acp vvi d n2 av, pns31 vdd vvi pno12, xx av-j p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1258 but even against our wills, so makeing of us (his cursed Enemies) servants of servants, Sons of Sons, Heirs and Coheirs with Christ, here was a fathomless depth, a wonder beyond all wonders. but even against our wills, so making of us (his cursed Enemies) Servants of Servants, Sons of Sons, Heirs and Coheirs with christ, Here was a fathomless depth, a wonder beyond all wonders. cc-acp av p-acp po12 n2, av vvg pp-f pno12 (po31 j-vvn n2) n2 pp-f n2, n2 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, av vbds dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1259 But that we may the better consider what an alms or Boon God gave us when he gave us his Son, observe that when neither Heaven nor Earth could have yeilded any satisfactory thing besides Christ; But that we may the better Consider what an alms or Boon God gave us when he gave us his Son, observe that when neither Heaven nor Earth could have yielded any satisfactory thing beside christ; p-acp cst pns12 vmb dt av-jc vvi r-crq dt n2 cc n1 np1 vvd pno12 c-crq pns31 vvd pno12 po31 n1, vvb cst c-crq dx n1 ccx n1 vmd vhi vvn d j n1 p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1260 that could have satisfied Gods justice, and merited heaven for us, then God in his infinite wisdom and goodness did not onely find out a way to satisfie his justice and the Law, that could have satisfied God's Justice, and merited heaven for us, then God in his infinite Wisdom and Goodness did not only find out a Way to satisfy his Justice and the Law, cst vmd vhi vvn npg1 n1, cc j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12, cs np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 vdd xx av-j vvi av dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1261 but gave us his Son, his only beloved Son out of his bosome, and his Son gave himself to dye the most Shameful, Painful, but gave us his Son, his only Beloved Son out of his bosom, and his Son gave himself to die the most Shameful, Painful, cc-acp vvd pno12 po31 n1, po31 av-j j-vvn n1 av pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j, j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1262 and Cursed death of the Cross to redéem us: and Cursed death of the Cross to Redeem us: cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12: (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 77
1263 That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life, John 3.16. The very thought of which death when he came to it, together with the Weight and burthen of our sins, put him into such an Agony in the Garden, that it made him to sweat even Drops of Blood, a mercy bestowed, That whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life, John 3.16. The very Thought of which death when he Come to it, together with the Weight and burden of our Sins, put him into such an Agony in the Garden, that it made him to sweat even Drops of Blood, a mercy bestowed, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1, np1 crd. dt j n1 pp-f r-crq n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvd pno31 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi av vvz pp-f n1, dt n1 vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1264 and a way found out, may astonish all the Sons of Men, and Angels in Heaven, and a Way found out, may astonish all the Sons of Men, and Angels in Heaven, cc dt n1 vvd av, vmb vvi d dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1265 wherefore wonder at this ye that wonder at nothing, that the Lord should come with such a price to redeem our worse then lost souls, Wherefore wonder At this you that wonder At nothing, that the Lord should come with such a price to Redeem our Worse then lost Souls, q-crq vvb p-acp d pn22 cst vvb p-acp pix, cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 jc av j-vvn n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1266 and to bring Salvation unto us, even against our Wills. and to bring Salvation unto us, even against our Wills. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12, av p-acp po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1267 The Lord Iesus being rich for our sakes became poor, that we through his poverty might be made rich. The Lord Iesus being rich for our sakes became poor, that we through his poverty might be made rich. dt n1 np1 vbg j p-acp po12 n2 vvd j, cst pns12 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1268 2 Cor. 8.9. Even the eternal God would die that we might not Dye Eternally, 2 Cor. 8.9. Even the Eternal God would die that we might not Die Eternally, crd np1 crd. av-j dt j np1 vmd vvi cst pns12 vmd xx vvi av-j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1269 and that which is further considerable, it cost God more to redéem the World then to make it. and that which is further considerable, it cost God more to Redeem the World then to make it. cc cst r-crq vbz jc j, pn31 vvd np1 av-dc pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1270 In the creation he gave us our selves, but in the redemption he gives us himself, the creation of all things cost him but six days to finish it, the Redemption of Man cost him thrée and thirty years: In the creation he gave us our selves, but in the redemption he gives us himself, the creation of all things cost him but six days to finish it, the Redemption of Man cost him thrée and thirty Years: p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd pno12 po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pno12 n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvd pno31 p-acp crd n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno31 crd cc crd n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1271 in the creation of the world, he did but only speak the word. in the creation of the world, he did but only speak the word. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vdd p-acp av-j vvi dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1272 In the Redemption of Man, he both Spake, and Wept, and Swet, and Bled, and dyed; In the Redemption of Man, he both Spoke, and Wept, and Sweated, and Bled, and died; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 av-d vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1273 yea the saving of one Sould is more and greater then the making of the whole world, yea the Saving of one Should is more and greater then the making of the Whole world, uh dt n-vvg pp-f crd vmd vbz av-dc cc jc cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1274 but further to illustrate this Love, consider that Salvation stands in two things. First, In Freedom and Deliverance from Hell. but further to illustrate this Love, Consider that Salvation Stands in two things. First, In Freedom and Deliverance from Hell. cc-acp jc pc-acp vvi d n1, vvb d n1 vvz p-acp crd n2. ord, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1275 Secondly, In the possession of Heaven and eternal life. Christ by his Death merits the First for us. Secondly, In the possession of Heaven and Eternal life. christ by his Death merits the First for us. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1. np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dt ord p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1276 And by his Obedience, fulfilling the Law, Merits the Second. And by his obedience, fulfilling the Law, Merits the Second. cc p-acp po31 n1, vvg dt n1, vvz dt ord. (10) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 78
1277 O! who can express how great a Mercy it is to be delivered from Hell, where we should for ever have lain in fire and Brimstone, kept in the highest Flame, by the Vnquenchable Wrath of God, where there is nothing but Darkness and Horror, wailing and wringing of hands, desperate yellings and gnashing of Teeth. OH! who can express how great a Mercy it is to be Delivered from Hell, where we should for ever have lain in fire and Brimstone, kept in the highest Flame, by the Unquenchable Wrath of God, where there is nothing but Darkness and Horror, wailing and wringing of hands, desperate yellings and gnashing of Teeth. uh q-crq vmb vvi c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vmd p-acp av vhi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp dt js n1, p-acp dt j-u n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg cc vvg pp-f n2, j n2 cc vvg pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 78
1278 There shall be Punishment without pity; Misery, without any mercy; sorrow, without succour; There shall be Punishment without pity; Misery, without any mercy; sorrow, without succour; pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1; n1, p-acp d n1; n1, p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 78
1279 crying without Comfort, Malice without Measure, Torment without ease, where the wrath of God shall seize mens souls and bodies, crying without Comfort, Malice without Measure, Torment without ease, where the wrath of God shall seize men's Souls and bodies, vvg p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi ng2 n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 78
1280 as the flames of fire doth in the Lump of Pitch and brimstone, in which flame they shall ever be burning and never consumed, ever dying, as the flames of fire does in the Lump of Pitch and brimstone, in which flame they shall ever be burning and never consumed, ever dying, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vdz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vmb av vbi vvg cc av-x vvn, av vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1281 and never dead, ever roaring in the pangs of death, and never rid of those pangs, and never dead, ever roaring in the pangs of death, and never rid of those pangs, cc av-x j, av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc av-x vvn pp-f d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1282 so yt after they have endured them, so many thousand years, as there are blades of Grass on the Earth, so that After they have endured them, so many thousand Years, as there Are blades of Grass on the Earth, av pn31 c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno32, av d crd n2, c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1283 or sands in the Sea, they shall be no nearer the end of their Torments then they were the very first day that they were cast into them, or sands in the Sea, they shall be no nearer the end of their Torments then they were the very First day that they were cast into them, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi av-dx av-jc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cs pns32 vbdr dt av ord n1 cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1284 yea so far are they from ending, that they are ever beginning. It were Misery enough to have the Headach Toothach Chollick Gout, burning in the fire, yea so Far Are they from ending, that they Are ever beginning. It were Misery enough to have the Headache Toothache Colic Gout, burning in the fire, uh av av-j vbr pns32 p-acp vvg, cst pns32 vbr av vvg. pn31 vbdr n1 av-d pc-acp vhi dt n1 n1 n1 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1285 or if there be any thing more grievous, yet should all these and many more meet together in one man at one instant, they would come infinitely short of the pains of Hell, or if there be any thing more grievous, yet should all these and many more meet together in one man At one instant, they would come infinitely short of the pains of Hell, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1 av-dc j, av vmd d d cc av-d av-dc vvi av p-acp crd n1 p-acp pi n-jn, pns32 vmd vvi av-j j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1286 yea they would be but as stinging of Ants to the Lashes of those Scorpions, yea they would be but as stinging of Aunts to the Lashes of those Scorpions, uh pns32 vmd vbi cc-acp c-acp vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1287 but as drops to those Vials of Wrath, as Sparks to that flame, the Furnace of Babel was but a flea biting to this tormenting Tophet prepared of old, but as drops to those Vials of Wrath, as Sparks to that flame, the Furnace of Babel was but a flay biting to this tormenting Tophet prepared of old, cc-acp c-acp n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, c-acp n2 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp d j-vvg np1 vvn pp-f j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1288 so that it were happy for reprobate Spirits if they were no worse then Toads or Serpents, so that it were happy for Reprobate Spirits if they were no Worse then Toads or Serpents, av cst pn31 vbdr j p-acp j-jn n2 cs pns32 vbdr av-dx av-jc cs n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1289 as consider if a dark dungeon here be so loathsome, what is that Dungeon of eternal, of utter Darkness? if natural fire be so terrible, what is Hell fire where both Soul and Body shall fry in everlasting flames, as Consider if a dark dungeon Here be so loathsome, what is that Dungeon of Eternal, of utter Darkness? if natural fire be so terrible, what is Hell fire where both Soul and Body shall fry in everlasting flames, c-acp vvb cs dt j n1 av vbi av j, r-crq vbz d n1 pp-f j, pp-f j n1? cs j n1 vbb av j, r-crq vbz n1 n1 c-crq d n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1290 and continually be tormented by infernal Fiends, whose society alone would be sufficiently frightful? These things deeply weighed, O! how would it heighten our love to God and to Christ, who might have left us in our wretched estate to have undergone much more then is here spoken of. and continually be tormented by infernal Fiends, whose society alone would be sufficiently frightful? These things deeply weighed, OH! how would it heighten our love to God and to christ, who might have left us in our wretched estate to have undergone much more then is Here spoken of. cc av-j vbi vvn p-acp j n2, rg-crq n1 av-j vmd vbi av-j j? np1 n2 av-jn vvn, uh q-crq vmd pn31 vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn pno12 p-acp po12 j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn av-d av-dc cs vbz av vvn pp-f. (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1291 But blessed be his Name who hath delivered our Souls from the pit of destruction, But blessed be his Name who hath Delivered our Souls from the pit of destruction, p-acp vvn vbb po31 n1 r-crq vhz vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1292 and not only so but hath reinstated us again into Gods favour, and prepared Mansions of Glory for us in the Kingdome of Heaven, where we shall sée the Blessed Face of God, which is the Glory of all sights; the sight of all glory: and not only so but hath reinstated us again into God's favour, and prepared Mansions of Glory for us in the Kingdom of Heaven, where we shall see the Blessed Face of God, which is the Glory of all sights; the sighed of all glory: cc xx av-j av cc-acp vhz vvn pno12 av p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2; dt n1 pp-f d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1293 there shall all tears be wiped from our Eyes, there shall be no pain nor complaint, no Hunger, Thirst, Wearisomness, there shall all tears be wiped from our Eyes, there shall be no pain nor complaint, no Hunger, Thirst, Wearisomeness, pc-acp vmb d n2 vbb vvn p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 ccx n1, dx n1, vvb, n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1294 or Templation to disquiet us, there is no death nor dearth, no misery nor sickness, but joys and pleasures; or Templation to disquiet us, there is no death nor dearth, no misery nor sickness, but Joys and pleasures; cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1, dx n1 ccx n1, cc-acp n2 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1295 never ebbing, but ever flowing to all contentment. never ebbing, but ever flowing to all contentment. av-x vvg, cc-acp av vvg p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 79
1296 There, O there, one day is better then a thousand, their is rest from our labours, peace from our enemies, fréedome from our Sins, what pleasure shall we take in the company of Saints and Angels, in whom there is nothing, There, Oh there, one day is better then a thousand, their is rest from our labours, peace from our enemies, freedom's from our Sins, what pleasure shall we take in the company of Saints and Angels, in whom there is nothing, a-acp, uh a-acp, crd n1 vbz jc cs dt crd, po32 vbz n1 p-acp po12 n2, n1 p-acp po12 n2, ng1 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz pix, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1297 but what is amiable, comfortable, and delectable? There is all things that we can desire, Beauty, Riches, Honour, Pleasure, long life, but what is amiable, comfortable, and delectable? There is all things that we can desire, Beauty, Riches, Honour, Pleasure, long life, cc-acp q-crq vbz j, j, cc j? pc-acp vbz d n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi, n1, n2, n1, n1, j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1298 or whatever else can be named, no place so glorious by creation, so beautiful with delectation so rich in possession, or whatever Else can be nam, no place so glorious by creation, so beautiful with delectation so rich in possession, cc r-crq av vmb vbi vvn, dx n1 av j p-acp n1, av j p-acp n1 av j p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1299 so comfortable for Habitation, nor so durable for lasting, there are no estates, but inheritances, no inheritances but kingdome, no Houses but palaces, no Meals but feasts, no noise but Musick no Rods but Scepters, no Garments but Robes, no Seats but Thrones, no Coverings for the Head but Crowns: so comfortable for Habitation, nor so durable for lasting, there Are no estates, but inheritances, no inheritances but Kingdom, no Houses but palaces, no Meals but feasts, no noise but Music no Rods but Sceptres, no Garments but Robes, no Seats but Thrones, no Coverings for the Head but Crowns: av j p-acp n1, ccx av j p-acp vvg, pc-acp vbr dx n2, cc-acp n2, dx n2 p-acp n1, dx n2 p-acp n2, dx n2 p-acp n2, dx n1 p-acp n1 dx n2 p-acp n2, dx n2 p-acp n2, dx n2 p-acp n2, dx n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1300 there we shall rejoyce for the pleasantness of the place we possesse, for the glory of our Souls and Bodies, which we have put on for ye World, which we have overcome, there we shall rejoice for the pleasantness of the place we possess, for the glory of our Souls and Bodies, which we have put on for you World, which we have overcome, a-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pn22 n1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1301 for Hell which we have escaped, for the joys of heaven which we have attained unto, we shall have joy above us, by the Beatifical Vision and sight of God, joy within us by the peace of Conscience, for Hell which we have escaped, for the Joys of heaven which we have attained unto, we shall have joy above us, by the Beatifical Vision and sighed of God, joy within us by the peace of Conscience, p-acp n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp, pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1302 even the joy of the Holy Ghost, and joy round about us by the blessed Company and Fellowship of our Associates the Holy Saints and Angels: even the joy of the Holy Ghost, and joy round about us by the blessed Company and Fellowship of our Associates the Holy Saints and Angels: av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvb av-j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 dt j n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1303 Oh! the multitude and fullness of these joys, so many that only God can number them, Oh! the multitude and fullness of these Joys, so many that only God can number them, uh dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, av d cst av-j np1 vmb vvi pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1304 so great that he onely can estimate them, of such rarity and perfection, that this World hath nothing comparable unto them: so great that he only can estimate them, of such rarity and perfection, that this World hath nothing comparable unto them: av j cst pns31 av-j vmb vvi pno32, pp-f d n1 cc n1, cst d n1 vhz pix j p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1305 Oh! the Transcendency of that Paradise of Pleasure, where is joy without Heavinesse, Blessednesse without Misery, light without darkness, health without Sickness, Abundance without Want, Ease without Labour, Liberty without Restraint, Security without Fear, Eyes without Tears, hearts without sorrow, Souls without Sin; Oh! the Transcendency of that Paradise of Pleasure, where is joy without Heaviness, Blessedness without Misery, Light without darkness, health without Sickness, Abundance without Want, Ease without Labour, Liberty without Restraint, Security without fear, Eyes without Tears, hearts without sorrow, Souls without since; uh dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, q-crq vbz n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n2 p-acp n2, n2 p-acp n1, n2 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1306 where shall be no evil heard of to affright us, nor good wanting to chear us, where shall be no evil herd of to affright us, nor good wanting to cheer us, q-crq vmb vbi dx n-jn vvn pp-f pc-acp vvi pno12, ccx j vvg pc-acp vvi pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1307 for we shall have what we can desire, and we shall desire nothing but what is good. for we shall have what we can desire, and we shall desire nothing but what is good. c-acp pns12 vmb vhi r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cc pns12 vmb vvi pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1308 Here we have knowledge mixed with Ignorance, faith mixed with doubting, peace with Trouble, but then we shall know God, Here we have knowledge mixed with Ignorance, faith mixed with doubting, peace with Trouble, but then we shall know God, av pns12 vhb n1 vvn p-acp n1, n1 vvn p-acp vvg, n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av pns12 vmb vvi np1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1309 even as we our selves are known of him, then shall faith be swallowed up in fruition, even as we our selves Are known of him, then shall faith be swallowed up in fruition, av c-acp pns12 po12 n2 vbr vvn pp-f pno31, av vmb n1 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1310 and then shall we have peace, even full without want, pure without mixture, and perpetual without all fear of forgoing. and then shall we have peace, even full without want, pure without mixture, and perpetual without all Fear of foregoing. cc av vmb pns12 vhi n1, av j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg. (10) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 80
1311 What shall I say? God of his goodness hath bestowed so many, and so great mercies upon us, that it is not possible to express his bounty therein, What shall I say? God of his Goodness hath bestowed so many, and so great Mercies upon us, that it is not possible to express his bounty therein, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? np1 pp-f po31 n1 vhz vvn av d, cc av j n2 p-acp pno12, cst pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1312 for if we look inward we find our creatours merits, if we look upwards, his Mercy reacheth up into the Heavens, for if we look inward we find our creators merits, if we look upward, his Mercy reaches up into the Heavens, c-acp cs pns12 vvb j pns12 vvb po12 ng1 n2, cs pns12 vvb av-j, po31 n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1313 if Downwards, the Earth is full of his goodness, and so is the broad Sea, if Downwards, the Earth is full of his Goodness, and so is the broad Sea, cs av-j, dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n1, cc av vbz dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1314 if we look about us, what is it that he hath not given us? Air to breath in, fire to warm us, water to cleanse and cool us, Cloaths to cover us, Food to nourish us, Fruits to refresh us, if we look about us, what is it that he hath not given us? Air to breath in, fire to warm us, water to cleanse and cool us, Clothes to cover us, Food to nourish us, Fruits to refresh us, cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz pn31 cst pns31 vhz xx vvn pno12? n1 p-acp n1 p-acp, n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12, n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1315 yea delicates to please us, Beasts to serve us, Angels to attend us, Heaven to receive us, yea delicates to please us, Beasts to serve us, Angels to attend us, Heaven to receive us, uh n2-j pc-acp vvi pno12, n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1316 and which is above all, himself, and his own Son to be enjoyed of us, and which is above all, himself, and his own Son to be enjoyed of us, cc r-crq vbz p-acp d, px31, cc po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1317 so that whithersoever we turn our Eyes, we cannot look besides his Bounty, yea we can scarce think of any thing more to pray for, so that whithersoever we turn our Eyes, we cannot look beside his Bounty, yea we can scarce think of any thing more to pray for, av cst av pns12 vvb po12 n2, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1, uh pns12 vmb av-j vvi pp-f d n1 av-dc pc-acp vvi p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1318 but that he would continue those Blessings which he hath bestowed on us already, yet, we covet still as though we had nothing, but that he would continue those Blessings which he hath bestowed on us already, yet, we covet still as though we had nothing, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 av, av, pns12 vvb av c-acp cs pns12 vhd pix, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1319 & live as if we knew nothing of his Beneficience, we are bound to praise him above any Nation whatsoever, & live as if we knew nothing of his Beneficence, we Are bound to praise him above any nation whatsoever, cc vvi c-acp cs pns12 vvd pix pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 r-crq, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1320 for what Nation under Heaven enjoys so much light, and so many Blessings as we? God might have said before we were formed, let them be Loads, Monsters, Infidels, Beggars, Bond-slaves, Idiots, for what nation under Heaven enjoys so much Light, and so many Blessings as we? God might have said before we were formed, let them be Loads, Monsters, Infidels, Beggars, Bondslaves, Idiots, p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp n1 vvz av av-d n1, cc av d n2 c-acp pns12? np1 vmd vhi vvd c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn, vvb pno32 vbi vvz, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1321 or Madmen, so long as they live, and after that, cast aways for ever and ever. or Madmen, so long as they live, and After that, cast aways for ever and ever. cc n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb, cc p-acp d, vvd av p-acp av cc av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1322 But he hath made us to the best likenesse, and nursed us in the best Religion, But he hath made us to the best likeness, and nursed us in the best Religion, p-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt js n1, cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt js n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1323 and placed us in the best Land, and appointed us to the best and only Inheritance, and placed us in the best Land, and appointed us to the best and only Inheritance, cc vvn pno12 p-acp dt js n1, cc vvn pno12 p-acp dt js cc av-j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1324 even to remain with him in Blisse for ever: Yea thousands would think themselves happy if they had but a peice of our Happinesse, even to remain with him in Bliss for ever: Yea thousands would think themselves happy if they had but a piece of our Happiness, av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 c-acp av: uh crd vmd vvi px32 j cs pns32 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1325 for whereas some Bléed, we sleep in safety, others Beg, we abound, others starve, we are full fed, others grope in the dark, our Sun still shines, we have Eys, Ears, Tongues, Feet, Hands, Health, Liberty, Reason, others are Blind, Deaf, Dumb, Sick, Maimed, Imprisoned, Distr•cted, for whereas Some Bleed, we sleep in safety, Others Beg, we abound, Others starve, we Are full fed, Others grope in the dark, our Sun still shines, we have Eyes, Ears, Tongues, Feet, Hands, Health, Liberty, Reason, Others Are Blind, Deaf, Dumb, Sick, Maimed, Imprisoned, Distr•cted, c-acp cs d vvb, pns12 vvb p-acp n1, n2-jn vvb, pns12 vvb, n2-jn vvb, pns12 vbr av-j vvn, n2-jn vvb p-acp dt j, po12 n1 av vvz, pns12 vhb n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n1, n1, n1, n2-jn vbr j, j, j, j, j-vvn, vvn, vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1326 and the like, yea God hath removed so many evils from us, and conferred so many good things upon us that they are beyond thought and imagination, and the like, yea God hath removed so many evils from us, and conferred so many good things upon us that they Are beyond Thought and imagination, cc dt j, uh np1 vhz vvn av d n2-jn p-acp pno12, cc vvn av d j n2 p-acp pno12 cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1327 for if all the World were turned into a book, and all the Angels deputed writers therein, they could not set down all the good which Gods Love in Christ hath done us. for if all the World were turned into a book, and all the Angels deputed writers therein, they could not Set down all the good which God's Love in christ hath done us. c-acp cs d dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d dt n2 vvd n2 av, pns32 vmd xx vvi a-acp d dt j r-crq n2 vvb p-acp np1 vhz vdn pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 81
1328 For those millions of mercies which we have received since we were born, either for Soul or Body, For those millions of Mercies which we have received since we were born, either for Soul or Body, p-acp d crd pp-f n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 82
1329 even to the least bit of Bread, or shall to eternity (of which we could not well want any one.) Christ hath purchased of his Father for us, even to the least bit of Bred, or shall to eternity (of which we could not well want any one.) christ hath purchased of his Father for us, av p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb p-acp n1 (pp-f r-crq pns12 vmd xx av vvi d crd.) np1 vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 82
1330 and yet God the Father also hath of his frée grace and mercy given us, in giving us his son. and yet God the Father also hath of his free grace and mercy given us, in giving us his son. cc av np1 dt n1 av vhz pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 vvn pno12, p-acp vvg pno12 po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 82
1331 Yea God is many times Working our good, when we least think upon him, as he was creating for Adam an help-meet for him, Yea God is many times Working our good, when we least think upon him, as he was creating for Adam an helpmeet for him, uh np1 vbz d n2 vvg po12 j, c-crq pns12 ds vvb p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vbds vvg p-acp np1 dt j p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 82
1332 when he was fast asleep, and as much do we owe God for the Dangers from which he delivereth us, when he was fast asleep, and as much do we owe God for the Dangers from which he Delivereth us, c-crq pns31 vbds av-j j, cc c-acp d vdb pns12 vvb np1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 82
1333 as for the great Wealth and Dignities whereunto he hath always raised us. as for the great Wealth and Dignities whereunto he hath always raised us. c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vhz av vvn pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 82
1334 Now what shall we render unto the Lord our God, so good and Gracious in way of Thankfullnesse, for all these his Merits. Now what shall we render unto the Lord our God, so good and Gracious in Way of Thankfulness, for all these his Merits. av r-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, av j cc j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d d po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1335 The Contribution of Blessings require Retribution of Thanks, or will bring distribution of Plagues, neither could we possibly be unthankful, The Contribution of Blessings require Retribution of Thanks, or will bring distribution of Plagues, neither could we possibly be unthankful, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb n1 pp-f n2, cc vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2, dx vmd pns12 av-j vbi j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1336 if we seriously thought upon what God gives, and what he forgives, for in Reason hath he contrived so many ways to save us, if we seriously Thought upon what God gives, and what he forgives, for in Reason hath he contrived so many ways to save us, cs pns12 av-j vvn p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, cc r-crq pns31 vvz, c-acp p-acp n1 vhz pns31 vvn av d n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1337 and should not we take all occasions to glorifie him? hath he done so much for us, and shall we deny him any thing that he requires of us? though it were our lives, and should not we take all occasions to Glorify him? hath he done so much for us, and shall we deny him any thing that he requires of us? though it were our lives, cc vmd xx pns12 vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31? vhz pns31 vdn av av-d p-acp pno12, cc vmb pns12 vvi pno31 d n1 cst pns31 vvz pp-f pno12? cs pn31 vbdr po12 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1338 yea our Souls, much more our Lusts: we have exceeding hard hearts, if the Blood of the Lamb cannot soften them; yea our Souls, much more our Lustiest: we have exceeding hard hearts, if the Blood of the Lamb cannot soften them; uh po12 n2, av-d av-dc po12 n2: pns12 vhb vvg j n2, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vvi pno32; (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1339 stony Bowels, if so many Mercies cannot melt them, was Christ Crucified for our Sins, stony Bowels, if so many mercies cannot melt them, was christ crucified for our Sins, j n2, cs av d n2 vmbx vvi pno32, vbds np1 vvn p-acp po12 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1340 and should we by our sins crucifie him again? Oh let the meditation of what God and Christ hath one for us, make us do what we are able for him again; and should we by our Sins crucify him again? O let the meditation of what God and christ hath one for us, make us do what we Are able for him again; cc vmd pns12 p-acp po12 n2 vvi pno31 av? uh vvb dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 cc np1 vhz pi p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vdi r-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31 av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1341 for did Christ do all this for us, and shall we do nothing for him? like favours require like gratitude. for did christ do all this for us, and shall we do nothing for him? like favours require like gratitude. c-acp vdd np1 vdb d d p-acp pno12, cc vmb pns12 vdi pix p-acp pno31? j n2 vvb j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1342 Mary Magdalen was a great Sinner, and she had much forgiven her, therefore she loved much, Marry Magdalen was a great Sinner, and she had much forgiven her, Therefore she loved much, uh np1 vbds dt j n1, cc pns31 vhd av-d vvn pno31, av pns31 vvd av-d, (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1343 so should every one of us do likewise, wherefore if we have any ingenuity in us, it will make us direct all our thoughts speeches and actions to Gods glory, so should every one of us do likewise, Wherefore if we have any ingenuity in us, it will make us Direct all our thoughts Speeches and actions to God's glory, av vmd d pi pp-f pno12 vdi av, c-crq cs pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 vvi d po12 n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1344 as he hath directed our Eternal Salvation thereunto. as he hath directed our Eternal Salvation thereunto. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po12 j n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 82
1345 But to help and further you herein, if you be willing so to do, take these few directions. But to help and further you herein, if you be willing so to do, take these few directions. p-acp pc-acp vvi cc av-jc pn22 av, cs pn22 vbb j av pc-acp vdi, vvb d d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 82
1346 First, Let these things be never out of the Minds, memories, and Mouths of those whom Christ hath done thus for, let every one of us, say with Holy Bernard: Lord if I owed my whole self unto thee, forgiving me my self in my Creation, what have I left to pay for giving thy self for me to so cruel a Death, to procure my Redemption? which was not so cheap as my creation, great was the Benefit that thou wouldest Create me of nothing, First, Let these things be never out of the Minds, memories, and Mouths of those whom christ hath done thus for, let every one of us, say with Holy Bernard: Lord if I owed my Whole self unto thee, forgiving me my self in my Creation, what have I left to pay for giving thy self for me to so cruel a Death, to procure my Redemption? which was not so cheap as my creation, great was the Benefit that thou Wouldst Create me of nothing, ord, vvb d n2 vbb av-x av pp-f dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f d r-crq np1 vhz vdn av p-acp, vvb d crd pp-f pno12, vvb p-acp j np1: n1 cs pns11 vvd po11 j-jn n1 p-acp pno21, j-vvg pno11 po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, q-crq vhb pns11 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg po21 n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp av j dt n1, pc-acp vvi po11 n1? r-crq vbds xx av j c-acp po11 n1, j vbds dt n1 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno11 pp-f pix, (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1347 but what tongue can sufficiently express the greatness of the grace that thou didst redeem me with so dear a price when I was worse then nothing, we are full of thy goodness: but what tongue can sufficiently express the greatness of the grace that thou didst Redeem me with so dear a price when I was Worse then nothing, we Are full of thy Goodness: cc-acp q-crq n1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11 p-acp av j-jn dt n1 c-crq pns11 vbds jc cs pix, pns12 vbr j pp-f po21 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1348 O! let our Hearts run over with Thankfulness: OH! let our Hearts run over with Thankfulness: uh vvb po12 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1349 and let us say with David; O Lord what is Man that thou art so mindful of him? What shall I render unto thee O Lord for all these thy Benefits, and let us say with David; Oh Lord what is Man that thou art so mindful of him? What shall I render unto thee Oh Lord for all these thy Benefits, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1; uh n1 q-crq vbz n1 cst pns21 vb2r av j pp-f pno31? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno21 uh n1 p-acp d d po21 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1350 but Love thee my Creatour and Redeemer and become a new Creature. but Love thee my Creator and Redeemer and become a new Creature. cc-acp vvb pno21 po11 n1 cc n1 cc vvi dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1351 How can any Rational Man meditate on such unbottomed a Love, and not study and strive for an answerably, thankful, demeanour? if a friend had given us but the thousandth part of what he hath, we should heartily love him all our lives, and think no thanks sufficient: How can any Rational Man meditate on such unbottomed a Love, and not study and strive for an answerably, thankful, demeanour? if a friend had given us but the thousandth part of what he hath, we should heartily love him all our lives, and think no thanks sufficient: q-crq vmb d j n1 vvi p-acp d j dt n1, cc xx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt av-j, j, n1? cs dt n1 vhd vvn pno12 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz, pns12 vmd av-j vvi pno31 d po12 n2, cc vvb dx n2 j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1352 what price then should we set upon Iesus Christ, who is the life of our lives, what price then should we Set upon Iesus christ, who is the life of our lives, r-crq n1 av vmd pns12 vvi p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1353 and the Soul of our Souls: and the Soul of our Souls: cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1354 Surely this should at least make us part with our nearest, dearest, and sweetest darling Sins to serve him in Righteousnesse, Surely this should At least make us part with our nearest, dearest, and Sweetest darling Sins to serve him in Righteousness, av-j d vmd p-acp ds vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po12 js, js-jn, cc js j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1355 and Holinesse, every Day, every Hour, all the Days of our Lives, what a Brutish and Barbarous unthankfulnesse and shame, were it that God should part with his Son, and Holiness, every Day, every Hour, all the Days of our Lives, what a Brutish and Barbarous unthankfulness and shame, were it that God should part with his Son, cc n1, d n1, d n1, d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq dt j cc j n1 cc n1, vbdr pn31 cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1356 and his Son with his own precious blood for us, and we not part with our sinful Lusts and Delights for him. and his Son with his own precious blood for us, and we not part with our sinful Lustiest and Delights for him. cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 d j n1 p-acp pno12, cc pns12 xx vvi p-acp po12 j n2 cc vvz p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 83
1357 But Secondly, Hath Christ done all this for us his Servants? so much, and so many ways obliged to him, But Secondly, Hath christ done all this for us his Servants? so much, and so many ways obliged to him, p-acp ord, vhz np1 vdn d d p-acp pno12 po31 n2? av av-d, cc av d n2 vvn p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 83
1358 then let us do what we are able for him again. then let us do what we Are able for him again. av vvb pno12 vdi r-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 83
1359 1. Let us be zealous for his Glory, and take his part when we see or hear him dishonoured, 1. Let us be zealous for his Glory, and take his part when we see or hear him dishonoured, crd vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1 c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi pno31 vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 83
1360 for as Augustine saith, There can be no Love where there is no Zeal. Well Born Children are touched to the Quick with the Injuries of their Parents. for as Augustine Says, There can be no Love where there is no Zeal. Well Born Children Are touched to the Quick with the Injuries of their Parents. c-acp c-acp np1 vvz, a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1. av vvn n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 83
1361 And it is a base Vile and unjust Ingratitude that can endure the disgrace of them under whose shelter they live. And it is a base Vile and unjust Ingratitude that can endure the disgrace of them under whose shelter they live. cc pn31 vbz dt j j cc j n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 83
1362 2. Let us seek to draw others after us from Satan unto him. 3. Do we all we can to promote his Worship and Service. 2. Let us seek to draw Others After us from Satan unto him. 3. Do we all we can to promote his Worship and Service. crd vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp pno31. crd vdb pns12 d pns12 vmb p-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 84
1363 4. Take all good occasions to publish to others how good God is, and what he hath done for us. 4. Take all good occasions to publish to Others how good God is, and what he hath done for us. crd vvb d j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn c-crq j np1 vbz, cc r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 84
1364 5. Let us wholy ascribe all the good we have, or do to free Grace, and give him the Glory of his Gifts, imploying them to our Masters best advantage. 5. Let us wholly ascribe all the good we have, or do to free Grace, and give him the Glory of his Gifts, employing them to our Masters best advantage. crd vvb pno12 av-jn vvi d dt j pns12 vhb, cc vdb p-acp j n1, cc vvb pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp po12 n2 av-js n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 84
1365 6. Let us (that we may expresse our Thankfullnesse unto him) shew kindnesse to his Children and poor Members, who are Bone of his Bone, and Flesh of his Flesh. 6. Let us (that we may express our Thankfulness unto him) show kindness to his Children and poor Members, who Are Bone of his Bone, and Flesh of his Flesh. crd vvb pno12 (cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31) vvb n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc j n2, r-crq vbr n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 84
1366 7. Abhor we our selves, for our former unthankfulnesse, and our wonderful provoking of him. 7. Abhor we our selves, for our former unthankfulness, and our wondered provoking of him. crd vvb pns12 po12 n2, p-acp po12 j n1, cc po12 j vvg pp-f pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 84
1367 8. Hearken we unto Christs Voice in all that he saith unto us, and expresse our Thankfullnesse by our Obedience: 8. Harken we unto Christ Voice in all that he Says unto us, and express our Thankfulness by our obedience: crd vvb pns12 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d cst pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 84
1368 Yea all this let us do, if we do it but for our own Sakes, Yea all this let us do, if we do it but for our own Sakes, uh d d vvb pno12 vdi, cs pns12 vdb pn31 p-acp p-acp po12 d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 84
1369 for what should we have if we did thus serve Christ who hath done all these things for his Enemies, neglecting and dishonouring him. for what should we have if we did thus serve christ who hath done all these things for his Enemies, neglecting and Dishonoring him. p-acp r-crq vmd pns12 vhb cs pns12 vdd av vvi np1 r-crq vhz vdn d d n2 p-acp po31 n2, vvg cc vvg pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 84
1370 'Tis true we cannot properly be said to do any thing for him, that have all we have from him, It's true we cannot properly be said to do any thing for him, that have all we have from him, pn31|vbz j pns12 vmbx av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp pno31, cst vhb d pns12 vhb p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 84
1371 or if we could give him our Bodies and Souls, they would be saved by it, or if we could give him our Bodies and Souls, they would be saved by it, cc cs pns12 vmd vvi pno31 po12 n2 cc n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 84
1372 but he were never the better for them, yet we may do these and the like things, which he accounts and rewards as done to himself. but he were never the better for them, yet we may do these and the like things, which he accounts and rewards as done to himself. cc-acp pns31 vbdr av-x dt jc p-acp pno32, av pns12 vmb vdi d cc dt j n2, r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz a-acp vdn p-acp px31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 84
1373 Now these things we ought to do, thus thankful we ought to be to God, for his inestimable and unspeakable Benefits towards us. Now these things we ought to do, thus thankful we ought to be to God, for his inestimable and unspeakable Benefits towards us. av d n2 pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi, av j pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, p-acp po31 j cc j n2 p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 84
1374 But do we thus requite the Lord? or do we what we are able for him again. But doe we thus requite the Lord? or do we what we Are able for him again. p-acp n1 pns12 av vvi dt n1? cc vdb pns12 r-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp pno31 av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 84
1375 O that I could say we did, yea I would we were but so thankful to Christ for all his Mercies (the least whereof is greater then all the Courtesies of Men) as we are to a friend for some one good turn. O that I could say we did, yea I would we were but so thankful to christ for all his mercies (the least whereof is greater then all the Courtesies of Men) as we Are to a friend for Some one good turn. sy cst pns11 vmd vvi pns12 vdd, uh pns11 vmd pns12 vbdr cc-acp av j p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2 (cs ds c-crq vbz jc cs d dt n2 pp-f n2) c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp d crd j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 84
1376 But Wo worth us a people not worthy the Crumbs of Christ, and our Masters least Mercy, But Woe worth us a people not worthy the Crumbs of christ, and our Masters lest Mercy, p-acp n1 j pno12 dt n1 xx j dt n2 pp-f np1, cc po12 n2 cs n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1377 yea well worthy of more Plagues, then either Tyre or Sidon; Sodom or Gomarah, or any People since the Creation, yea well worthy of more Plagues, then either Tyre or Sidon; Sodom or Gomarah, or any People since the Creation, uh av j pp-f dc n2, cs d vvb cc np1; np1 cc np1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1378 for as if all that Christ hath done for us, were nothing to move us, we are so far from being thankful, from loving, for as if all that christ hath done for us, were nothing to move us, we Are so Far from being thankful, from loving, c-acp c-acp cs d cst np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12, vbdr pix pc-acp vvi pno12, pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg j, p-acp vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1379 and serving him, that did we seriously think of Christs love, and our odious unthankfullnesse, and serving him, that did we seriously think of Christ love, and our odious unthankfulness, cc vvg pno31, cst vdd n1 av-j vvb pp-f npg1 n1, cc po12 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1380 and compare Gods goodnesse with our ingratitude, rightly, weighing how we have from time to time abused his Mercy, and compare God's Goodness with our ingratitude, rightly, weighing how we have from time to time abused his Mercy, cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n1, av-jn, vvg c-crq pns12 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvn po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1381 and those many means of grace which he in his long-suffering hath afforded for our reclaiming, it would even make us Speechlesse like him in the Gospel, and those many means of grace which he in his long-suffering hath afforded for our reclaiming, it would even make us Speechless like him in the Gospel, cc d d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 p-acp po31 j vhz vvn p-acp po12 n-vvg, pn31 vmd av vvi pno12 j av-j pno31 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1382 as neither expecting pardon, nor daring to ask it; as neither expecting pardon, nor daring to ask it; c-acp av-d vvg n1, ccx vvg pc-acp vvi pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1383 yea it is the unspeakable Mercy of the Lord, that our Land hath not long since Spued us out, yea it is the unspeakable Mercy of the Lord, that our Land hath not long since Spewed us out, uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst po12 n1 vhz xx av-j a-acp vvd pno12 av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1384 and that we are not at this present frying in Hell, for whereas God hath removed so many evils Spiritual and Corporal; and that we Are not At this present frying in Hell, for whereas God hath removed so many evils Spiritual and Corporal; cc cst pns12 vbr xx p-acp d j j-vvg p-acp n1, c-acp cs np1 vhz vvn av d n2-jn j cc j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1385 Temporal and Eternal from us, and conferred so many good things upon us that they are beyond Thought and Imagination, we have striven to multiply offences against him, Temporal and Eternal from us, and conferred so many good things upon us that they Are beyond Thought and Imagination, we have striven to multiply offences against him, j cc j p-acp pno12, cc vvn av d j n2 p-acp pno12 cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1, pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1386 and to make them as infinite in Number as his Blessings, we have done nothing from our Infancy, and to make them as infinite in Number as his Blessings, we have done nothing from our Infancy, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vhb vdn pix p-acp po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1387 but added Sin for Sin, as he hath added Mercy to Mercy, whereby our Sins are become for Number as the Sands of the Sea, but added since for since, as he hath added Mercy to Mercy, whereby our Sins Are become for Number as the Sands of the Sea, cc-acp vvd n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp n1, c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1388 and as the Stars of Heaven, may not God justly another day call heaven and earth to witnesse against us, that he would have sav'd us, and as the Stars of Heaven, may not God justly Another day call heaven and earth to witness against us, that he would have saved us, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb xx np1 av-j j-jn n1 vvb n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno12, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1389 yea, did woe us to accept of Salvation, saying: Turn ye, turn ye, for why will you Dye O People of England: yea, did woe us to accept of Salvation, saying: Turn you, turn you, for why will you Die Oh People of England: uh, vdd n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, vvg: vvb pn22, vvb pn22, c-acp q-crq vmb pn22 vvi uh n1 pp-f np1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1390 But we would not be Converted nor Saved, for whereas God hath offered us a Pardon (in rendering Christ unto us upon the Condition of Faith and Repentance) even his own Son, to be a means of our Reconciliation, we are so far from accepting it thankfully, that we not onely Refuse and Contemn it, But we would not be Converted nor Saved, for whereas God hath offered us a Pardon (in rendering christ unto us upon the Condition of Faith and Repentance) even his own Son, to be a means of our Reconciliation, we Are so Far from accepting it thankfully, that we not only Refuse and Contemn it, cc-acp pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn ccx vvn, c-acp cs np1 vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 (p-acp vvg np1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1) av po31 d n1, pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg pn31 av-j, cst pns12 xx av-j n1 cc vvb pn31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1391 but in a manner derided the offer of it our selves, appose the Gospel of glad Tydings, but in a manner derided the offer of it our selves, appose the Gospel of glad Tidings, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31 po12 n2, vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 85
1392 and persecute Christ in his Members, either with Hand or Tongue, or both, we are (most of us) so far from being Holy our selves, that we hate Holinesse in others, and persecute christ in his Members, either with Hand or Tongue, or both, we Are (most of us) so Far from being Holy our selves, that we hate Holiness in Others, cc vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d, pns12 vbr (av-ds pp-f pno12) av av-j p-acp vbg j po12 n2, cst pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n2-jn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1393 for if any become Religious and Conscientious, and will not for Company grievously Sin against God, Wrong their Bodies, destroy their own Souls, for if any become Religious and Conscientious, and will not for Company grievously since against God, Wrong their Bodies, destroy their own Souls, c-acp cs d vvb j cc j, cc vmb xx p-acp n1 av-j n1 p-acp np1, vvb po32 n2, vvb po32 d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1394 and Willfully leap into Hell Fire with us? we Envy, Hate, Censure, Scoff at, Nick-Name, Rail on and slander them, that we may Discourage them in the Way to Heaven, baffle them out and make them ashamed of their Holy profession, and Wilfully leap into Hell Fire with us? we Envy, Hate, Censure, Scoff At, Nick-Name, Rail on and slander them, that we may Discourage them in the Way to Heaven, baffle them out and make them ashamed of their Holy profession, cc av-j vvi p-acp n1 n1 p-acp pno12? pns12 vvb, vvb, n1, vvb p-acp, n1, vvb a-acp cc vvi pno32, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno32 av cc vvi pno32 j pp-f po32 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1395 and Religious Conversation, and so consequently pull them back to the World, that so we may have their Company here in Sin, and hereafter in Torment: and Religious Conversation, and so consequently pull them back to the World, that so we may have their Company Here in since, and hereafter in Torment: cc j n1, cc av av-j vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1, cst av pns12 vmb vhi po32 n1 av p-acp n1, cc av p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1396 Oh foolish People and unwise thus to requite the Lord: O foolish People and unwise thus to requite the Lord: uh j n1 cc j av pc-acp vvi dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1397 Our horrid Sins are grown up unto Heaven, in regard whereof we may justly be confounded and ashamed to lift up our Eyes to him who is a Lord, Our horrid Sins Are grown up unto Heaven, in regard whereof we may justly be confounded and ashamed to lift up our Eyes to him who is a Lord, po12 j n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp n1 c-crq pns12 vmb av-j vbi vvn cc j pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1398 so great and terrible, of such Glorious Majesty and Infinite Purity, what then shall we say to these things. so great and terrible, of such Glorious Majesty and Infinite Purity, what then shall we say to these things. av j cc j, pp-f d j n1 cc j n1, r-crq av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1399 Is there any Hope left for such Vile Creatures as we are, yea surely for God doth still afford us time to Repent, Is there any Hope left for such Vile Creatures as we Are, yea surely for God does still afford us time to repent, vbz pc-acp d n1 vvn p-acp d j n2 c-acp pns12 vbr, uh av-j p-acp np1 vdz av vvi pno12 n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1400 and the Gospel of glad tydings doth still continue amongst us; and the Gospel of glad tidings does still continue among us; cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 vdz av vvi p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1401 the Ministery of Reconciliation is Preached unto us, and if we will at last come in with humble submission, the Ministry of Reconciliation is Preached unto us, and if we will At last come in with humble submission, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cc cs pns12 vmb p-acp ord vvn p-acp p-acp j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1402 and yield to be governed by the Lord Iesus Christ, and live the rest of our days to his will, in beleiving in him in Loving, Honouring, and yield to be governed by the Lord Iesus christ, and live the rest of our days to his will, in believing in him in Loving, Honouring, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg, vvg, (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1403 and obeying him, there is no question but God will fréely forgive what is past, and receive us again into his favour; and obeying him, there is no question but God will freely forgive what is past, and receive us again into his favour; cc vvg pno31, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 vmb av-j vvi r-crq vbz j, cc vvb pno12 av p-acp po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1404 which the Lord of his Mercy grant for Iesus Christ his sake. FINIS. which the Lord of his Mercy grant for Iesus christ his sake. FINIS. r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi p-acp np1 np1 po31 n1. fw-la. (10) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 86
1405 THE Ready way to get Riches: OR, THE Poor man's Counsellour. THE Ready Way to get Riches: OR, THE Poor Man's Counselor. dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2: cc, dt j ng1 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 88
1406 HOw to become wealthy and happy is a thing so generally desired that it seems to be a principal naturally rooted in the Heart of every man, HOw to become wealthy and happy is a thing so generally desired that it seems to be a principal naturally rooted in the Heart of every man, q-crq pc-acp vvi j cc j vbz dt n1 av av-j vvd cst pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n-jn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 88
1407 as who and where is the man yt desires not to be rich and happy, I dare say if the great Chain who is said to have a Tree full of Pearls hanging by clusters should but make Proclamation that whosoever would •pair to him should have plenty of Gold, he might drive such a trade as would soon make him a Bankrupt, as who and where is the man that Desires not to be rich and happy, I Dare say if the great Chain who is said to have a Tree full of Pearls hanging by clusters should but make Proclamation that whosoever would •pair to him should have plenty of Gold, he might drive such a trade as would soon make him a Bankrupt, p-acp r-crq cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pn31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi j cc j, pns11 vvb vvb cs dt j vvb r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1 j pp-f n2 vvg p-acp n2 vmd cc-acp vvi n1 cst r-crq vmd vvi p-acp pno31 vmd vhi n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vvi d dt n1 c-acp vmd av vvi pno31 dt j-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 88
1408 for as ye Prophet observes, every one from the greatest unto the least is given unto Covetousnesse, Jer. 6.13 All gape after Gain, for as you Prophet observes, every one from the greatest unto the least is given unto Covetousness, Jer. 6.13 All gape After Gain, c-acp c-acp pn22 n1 vvz, d pi p-acp dt js p-acp dt ds vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd d vvb p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 88
1409 and how to get is each Mans thought from Sun to Sun. Now to answer every mans desire, and how to get is each men Thought from Sun to Sun. Now to answer every men desire, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi vbz d ng1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 av pc-acp vvi d ng1 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 88
1410 & to acquaint them how of poor melancholly and miserable they may become rich, happy, & to acquaint them how of poor melancholy and miserable they may become rich, happy, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 c-crq pp-f j n-jn cc j pns32 vmb vvi j, j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 88
1411 and chearful, is my present purpose, and the task I have taken in •and, the which I shall do from the Word of God. and cheerful, is my present purpose, and the task I have taken in •and, the which I shall do from the Word of God. cc j, vbz po11 j n1, cc dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, dt r-crq pns11 vmb vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 88
1412 Nor need it seem strange, that for the improving of Mens outward estates, I prescribe them rules & directions from thence, Nor need it seem strange, that for the improving of Men's outward estates, I prescribe them rules & directions from thence, ccx vvb pn31 vvi j, cst p-acp dt vvg pp-f ng2 j n2, pns11 vvb pno32 n2 cc n2 p-acp av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1413 for would we be instructed in any necessary Truth, whether it be concerning private families our selves, for would we be instructed in any necessary Truth, whither it be Concerning private families our selves, c-acp vmd pns12 vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, cs pn31 vbb vvg j n2 po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1414 or be it touching God, the Church, the Comon-wealth, our Neighbors, and Friends, our Temporal, Civil, Spiritual, Eternal Estate, or be it touching God, the Church, the Commonwealth, our Neighbours, and Friends, our Temporal, Civil, Spiritual, Eternal Estate, cc vbi pn31 vvg n1, dt n1, dt n1, po12 n2, cc n2, po12 j, j, j, j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1415 or in reference to our souls, bodies, names, estates, posterities. or in Referente to our Souls, bodies, names, estates, Posterities. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, n2, n2, n2, n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1416 We need but have recourse to the written Word, for that alone is a Magazine of all needful provisian, a Store-house of all néedful Instruction, We need but have recourse to the written Word, for that alone is a Magazine of all needful provisian, a Storehouse of all needful Instruction, pns12 vvb cc-acp vhb n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, c-acp cst j vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1417 and let a man study Machiavel and all the Machiavilians, and State-politians that ever wrote, he can add nothing, and let a man study Machiavel and all the Machiavilians, and State-politians that ever wrote, he can add nothing, cc vvb dt n1 n1 np1 cc d dt n2-jn, cc n2 cst av vvd, pns31 vmb vvi pix, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1418 or nothing of worth, to what may be collected thence touching this subject, wherefore if any of poor would become rich, let him use ye means which tend thereunto, observe and follow those Rules and directions which God hath prescribed & appointed in his word which are principally fix, or nothing of worth, to what may be collected thence touching this Subject, Wherefore if any of poor would become rich, let him use you means which tend thereunto, observe and follow those Rules and directions which God hath prescribed & appointed in his word which Are principally fix, cc pix pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq vmb vbi vvn av vvg d n-jn, c-crq cs d pp-f j vmd vvi j, vvb pno31 vvi pn22 n2 r-crq vvb av, vvb cc vvi d n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbr av-j vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1419 for as the Throne of Solomon was mounted unto by six stares, so is this Pallace of plenty & riches ascended unto by six steps, set upon this ground already laid, for as the Throne of Solomon was mounted unto by six stares, so is this Palace of plenty & riches ascended unto by six steps, Set upon this ground already laid, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp crd vvz, av vbz d n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 vvn p-acp p-acp crd n2, vvn p-acp d n1 av vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1420 for I find in the word six Infallible ways to becom rich, or six sorts of men whom God hath promised to blesse with riches and outward prosperity, yt is to say, 1. The Godly, 2. the Liberal. 3. the Thankful. 4. the Humble, 5. the Industrious. 6. the Frugal. for I find in the word six Infallible ways to become rich, or six sorts of men whom God hath promised to bless with riches and outward Prosperity, that is to say, 1. The Godly, 2. the Liberal. 3. the Thankful. 4. the Humble, 5. the Industria. 6. the Frugal. c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 crd j n2 pc-acp vvi j, cc crd n2 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc j n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi, crd dt j, crd dt j. crd dt j. crd dt j, crd dt j. crd dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1421 These of all other men in ye world are sure never to want. These of all other men in you world Are sure never to want. d pp-f d j-jn n2 p-acp pn22 n1 vbr j av pc-acp vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1422 And these are the Main Heads unto which I shall draw all I shall say upon this subject. And these Are the Main Heads unto which I shall draw all I shall say upon this Subject. cc d vbr dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n-jn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 89
1423 First, If any of poor would become rich, let him become religious, for godlinesse hath the promises of this life, First, If any of poor would become rich, let him become religious, for godliness hath the promises of this life, ord, cs d pp-f j vmd vvi j, vvb pno31 vvi j, p-acp n1 vhz dt n2 pp-f d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1424 as wel as of the life to come, yea all temporal blessings that can be named are promised to ye godly, as well as of the life to come, yea all temporal blessings that can be nam Are promised to you godly, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, uh d j n2 cst vmb vbi vvn vbr vvn p-acp pn22 j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1425 & to their seed, and to them onely, as both the old and new Testament do plainly and plentfully prove, & to their seed, and to them only, as both the old and new Testament do plainly and plentfully prove, cc p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp pno32 av-j, c-acp d dt j cc j n1 vdb av-j cc av-j vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1426 as for instance, in Duteronomy ye 28. God hath promised that if we will hearken diligently unto his voice, observe and do all his Commandments, as for instance, in Deuteronomy you 28. God hath promised that if we will harken diligently unto his voice, observe and do all his commandments, c-acp p-acp n1, p-acp np1 pn22 crd np1 vhz vvn cst cs pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1, vvb cc vdb d po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1427 and walk in his ways, we shall be blessed in the City, and be blessed in the Field, blessed in our going forth, and walk in his ways, we shall be blessed in the city, and be blessed in the Field, blessed in our going forth, cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp po12 vvg av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1428 and in our comming home, blessed in the fruit of our bodies, and in the fruit of our ground, and in our coming home, blessed in the fruit of our bodies, and in the fruit of our ground, cc p-acp po12 n-vvg av-an, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1429 & in the Fruit of our Cattle, the increase of of our Kine, and the Flocks of our Sheep, yt he will blesse us in our Store-house• and in all that we set our hands unto, & in the Fruit of our Cattle, the increase of of our Kine, and the Flocks of our Sheep, that he will bless us in our Store-house• and in all that we Set our hands unto, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 j cc p-acp d cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1430 and make us plentiful in all good things, and that we shall have where with to lend unto many, and make us plentiful in all good things, and that we shall have where with to lend unto many, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp d j n2, cc cst pns12 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1431 and not to borrow, Vers. the 1, to 15, and Chap. 7. vers. 11, to 19. To which is added many the like places, and not to borrow, Vers. the 1, to 15, and Chap. 7. vers. 11, to 19. To which is added many the like places, cc xx pc-acp vvi, np1 dt crd, p-acp crd, cc np1 crd fw-la. crd, p-acp crd p-acp r-crq vbz vvn d dt j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 89
1432 as blessed is the man that feareth the Lord, and delighteth greatly in his Commandments, wealth and riches shall be in his House, Psal. 112. vers. 1, to 4. Wait on the Lord and keep his way, as blessed is the man that fears the Lord, and delights greatly in his commandments, wealth and riches shall be in his House, Psalm 112. vers. 1, to 4. Wait on the Lord and keep his Way, c-acp vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, cc vvz av-j p-acp po31 n2, n1 cc n2 vmb vbi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd fw-la. crd, p-acp crd vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvi po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1433 and he will exalt thee to inherit the Land, Psal. 37.34. The Lord will withhold no good thing from them that walk uprightly, Psal. 84.11. Delight thy self in the Lord, he shall give thee thine hearts desire, Psal. 37.3. Fear ye the Lord ye his Saints, and he will exalt thee to inherit the Land, Psalm 37.34. The Lord will withhold no good thing from them that walk uprightly, Psalm 84.11. Delight thy self in the Lord, he shall give thee thine hearts desire, Psalm 37.3. fear you the Lord you his Saints, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vmb vvi dx j n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j, np1 crd. n1 po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 po21 ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb pn22 dt n1 pn22 po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1434 for nothing wanteth to them that fear him, the Lyons do lack and suffer Hunger, for nothing Wants to them that Fear him, the Lyons do lack and suffer Hunger, c-acp pix vvz p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, dt n2 vdb vvi cc vvi n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1435 but they that seek the Lord shall want nothing that is good, Psal. 34.9,10. Whatsoever we ask we receive of him, but they that seek the Lord shall want nothing that is good, Psalm 34.9,10. Whatsoever we ask we receive of him, cc-acp pns32 cst vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pix cst vbz j, np1 crd. r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pp-f pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1436 because we keep his Commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight, 1 John 3.12. What rare and precious promises are these? •o which I might add many of the like nature, all which David had the experience of, who tells us that he greatly rejoyced in the Strength and Salvation of the Lord, Because we keep his commandments, and do those things that Are pleasing in his sighed, 1 John 3.12. What rare and precious promises Are these? •o which I might add many of the like nature, all which David had the experience of, who tells us that he greatly rejoiced in the Strength and Salvation of the Lord, c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2, cc vdb d n2 cst vbr vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvn np1 crd. q-crq j cc j n2 vbr d? vdb r-crq pns11 vmd vvi d pp-f dt j n1, d r-crq np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f, r-crq vvz pno12 cst pns31 av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1437 and the Lord gave him his hearts desire and did not with-hold the request of his lips, and the Lord gave him his hearts desire and did not withhold the request of his lips, cc dt n1 vvd pno31 po31 ng1 n1 cc vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1438 yea he prevented him with ye blessings of goodnesse, and set a Crown of Gold upon his head, Psalm 2.1,2,3,4. And the like of Abraham and Lot and Job and Solomon. Let us first seek the Kingdome of God and his righteousnesse, yea he prevented him with you blessings of Goodness, and Set a Crown of Gold upon his head, Psalm 2.1,2,3,4. And the like of Abraham and Lot and Job and Solomon. Let us First seek the Kingdom of God and his righteousness, uh pns31 vvn pno31 p-acp pn22 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd. cc dt j pp-f np1 cc n1 cc n1 cc np1. vvb pno12 ord vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1439 and all other things shall be Ministred unto us, or come in as it were upon the Bargain, and all other things shall be Ministered unto us, or come in as it were upon the Bargain, cc d j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvb p-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1440 as our Saviour hath assured us, Mat. 6.33. Neither are these promises made onely to the obedient themselves, as our Saviour hath assured us, Mathew 6.33. Neither Are these promises made only to the obedient themselves, c-acp po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd. av-d vbr d n2 vvd av-j p-acp dt j px32, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1441 but riches and all Earthly Blessings are entayled upon their seed also, Psal. 112.2,3. His séed shall be mighty upon the earth, the Generation of the Righteous shall be blessed. but riches and all Earthly Blessings Are entailed upon their seed also, Psalm 112.2,3. His seed shall be mighty upon the earth, the Generation of the Righteous shall be blessed. cc-acp n2 cc d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1 av, np1 crd. po31 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1442 Nor is riches & outward prosperity promised to the Godly and their seed, as others usually enjoy them, that is, singly and barely, Nor is riches & outward Prosperity promised to the Godly and their seed, as Others usually enjoy them, that is, singly and barely, ccx vbz n2 cc j n1 vvn p-acp dt j cc po32 n1, c-acp n2-jn av-j vvb pno32, cst vbz, av-j cc av-j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1443 but they've a promise of them, with a supply of all other good things to be added thereunto, wch may make them every way happy, but they've a promise of them, with a supply of all other good things to be added thereunto, which may make them every Way happy, cc-acp pns32|vhb dt vvb pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av, r-crq vmb vvi pno32 d n1 j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1444 as that their prosperity shall be durable and lasting. as that their Prosperity shall be durable and lasting. c-acp cst po32 n1 vmb vbi j cc j-vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1445 That with riches they shall have credit, honour, & promotion, with long life added, that they shall be happy, That with riches they shall have credit, honour, & promotion, with long life added, that they shall be happy, cst p-acp n2 pns32 vmb vhi n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp j n1 vvn, cst pns32 vmb vbi j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1446 and prosper in all they have or do, as having God their protector, who with Mercy is said to compasse them about on every side, Psal 32.10. That they shall be free'd from all fears and dangers, and prosper in all they have or do, as having God their protector, who with Mercy is said to compass them about on every side, Psalm 32.10. That they shall be freed from all fears and dangers, cc vvi p-acp d pns32 vhb cc vdb, c-acp vhg np1 po32 n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d n1, np1 crd. cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1447 and obtain victory over al their enemies, together with Death, Hell, and the Devil, that they shall be fréed from the Law, and obtain victory over all their enemies, together with Death, Hell, and the devil, that they shall be freed from the Law, cc vvi n1 p-acp d po32 n2, av p-acp n1, n1, cc dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1448 and likewise from sin, and the penalty thereof, that they shall have peace external, internal, eternal, and likewise from since, and the penalty thereof, that they shall have peace external, internal, Eternal, cc av p-acp n1, cc dt n1 av, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 j, j, j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1449 and joy, even the joy of the Holy Ghost, which is both glorious and unspeakable. and joy, even the joy of the Holy Ghost, which is both glorious and unspeakable. cc n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz d j cc j-u. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 90
1450 That they shall not onely persevere, but also grow in grace and true Wisdome, that all things whatsoever shal make for their good, that both their persons & performances shall be good & acceptable, which before were vile and abominable. That they shall not only persevere, but also grow in grace and true Wisdom, that all things whatsoever shall make for their good, that both their Persons & performances shall be good & acceptable, which before were vile and abominable. cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi, p-acp av vvb p-acp n1 cc j n1, cst d n2 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po32 j, cst d po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi j cc j, r-crq a-acp vbdr j cc j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1451 That by the prayer of Faith they shall obtain of God whatsoever they shal ask in Christs Name, and according to his Word: That by the prayer of Faith they shall obtain of God whatsoever they shall ask in Christ Name, and according to his Word: cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb vvi pp-f np1 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1452 and in fine, all other good things that can be named, whether Temporal, or Spiritual, and in fine, all other good things that can be nam, whither Temporal, or Spiritual, cc p-acp j, d j-jn j n2 cst vmb vbi vvn, cs j, cc j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1453 or Eternal, are by the promise of God entayled upon them that love him and keep his Commandments, or Eternal, Are by the promise of God entailed upon them that love him and keep his commandments, cc j, vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31 cc vvi po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1454 nor need we wonder at this, or once question the same, for if he spared not his own Son; nor need we wonder At this, or once question the same, for if he spared not his own Son; ccx vvb pns12 vvb p-acp d, cc a-acp vvb dt d, c-acp cs pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1455 but delivered him to death for us, how shall he not with him freely give us all things also, Rom. 8.31,32. It is the Apostles argument; but Delivered him to death for us, how shall he not with him freely give us all things also, Rom. 8.31,32. It is the Apostles argument; cc-acp vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, q-crq vmb pns31 xx p-acp pno31 av-j vvi pno12 d n2 av, np1 crd. pn31 vbz dt np1 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1456 great, yea too great things for us to receive, but not too great, for the great and good God of Heaven and Earth to give, all the fear is on our part, great, yea too great things for us to receive, but not too great, for the great and good God of Heaven and Earth to give, all the Fear is on our part, j, uh av j n2 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp xx av j, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, d dt n1 vbz p-acp po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1457 whether we be such to whom the promise is made, for all Gods promises are conditional, whither we be such to whom the promise is made, for all God's promises Are conditional, cs pns12 vbb d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp d ng1 n2 vbr j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1458 and though of these outward good things he hath promised abundance, yet it is upon the condition of faith & obedience, and though of these outward good things he hath promised abundance, yet it is upon the condition of faith & Obedience, cc cs pp-f d j j n2 pns31 vhz vvn n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1459 as appears by the afore mentioned places, so that if we be not wanting in our duty & obedience to God, God would not be wanting in any good thing to us, as appears by the afore mentioned places, so that if we be not wanting in our duty & Obedience to God, God would not be wanting in any good thing to us, c-acp vvz p-acp dt a-acp vvn n2, av cst cs pns12 vbb xx vvg p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, np1 vmd xx vbi vvg p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno12, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1460 nor can we lock that God should make good his promises, if we make them void by not observing the condition, nor can we lock that God should make good his promises, if we make them void by not observing the condition, ccx vmb pns12 vvi cst np1 vmd vvi j po31 n2, cs pns12 vvb pno32 j p-acp xx vvg dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1461 if we will not dare to trust God upon his promise so confidently, as we would a Friend or some great Man that is able and honest: if we will not Dare to trust God upon his promise so confidently, as we would a Friend or Some great Man that is able and honest: cs pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 av av-j, c-acp pns12 vmd dt n1 cc d j n1 cst vbz j cc j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1462 Besides the Lord hath promised that there shall be no want to them yt fear him, Beside the Lord hath promised that there shall be no want to them that Fear him, p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp pno32 pn31 vvb pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1463 & no good thing will he with-hold from them that walk uprightly, Psal. 34.9, and 84,11. Where observe two things, there shall be no want to such, & no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly, Psalm 34.9, and 84,11. Where observe two things, there shall be no want to such, cc dx j n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j, np1 crd, cc crd. q-crq vvb crd n2, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1464 and such shall want no good thing, so that he must be such a one to whom the promise is made, and such shall want no good thing, so that he must be such a one to whom the promise is made, cc d vmb vvi dx j n1, av cst pns31 vmb vbi d dt pi p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1465 and he must also be sure that it is good for him which is promised; and he must also be sure that it is good for him which is promised; cc pns31 vmb av vbi j cst pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1466 but oftentimes it is not good for a man to abound with earthly Blessings, as strong Drink is not good for weak Brains, but oftentimes it is not good for a man to abound with earthly Blessings, as strong Drink is not good for weak Brains, cc-acp av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, c-acp j vvb vbz xx j p-acp j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1467 yea if any thing be wanting to a good man, he may be sure 'tis not good for him, yea if any thing be wanting to a good man, he may be sure it's not good for him, uh cs d n1 vbb vvg p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pn31|vbz xx j p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1468 and then better that he doth want it, than that he did enjoy it. and then better that he does want it, than that he did enjoy it. cc av j cst pns31 vdz vvi pn31, cs cst pns31 vdd vvi pn31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1469 And what wise man will complain of the want of yt which if he had, would prove more hurtful than gainful to him, And what wise man will complain of the want of that which if he had, would prove more hurtful than gainful to him, cc q-crq j n1 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq cs pns31 vhd, vmd vvi av-dc j cs j p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1470 as a Sword to a Mad-man, a knife to a Child, drink to them that have a Feavor or the Drop• … e. as a Sword to a Madman, a knife to a Child, drink to them that have a Favour or the Drop• … e. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno32 cst vhb dt n1 cc dt np1 … sy. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1471 No good thing will God with-hold, &c. And therefore not wants themselves, which to many are also good, No good thing will God withhold, etc. And Therefore not Wants themselves, which to many Are also good, uh-dx j n1 vmb np1 vvi, av cc av xx n2 px32, r-crq p-acp d vbr av j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 91
1472 yea very good things, as I could reckon up many want, sanctified is a notable means to bring to repentance to work in us amendment of Life, it stirs up to prayer, it weans from the love of the World, it keeps us always prepared for the spiritual Combate, discovers whether we be true believers or Hypocrites, prevents greater evils of sin and punishments to come, it makes us humble, comfortable to Christ our head, increaseth our faith, our joy, our thankfulnesse our spiritual wisdome, yea very good things, as I could reckon up many want, sanctified is a notable means to bring to Repentance to work in us amendment of Life, it stirs up to prayer, it weans from the love of the World, it keeps us always prepared for the spiritual Combat, discovers whither we be true believers or Hypocrites, prevents greater evils of since and punishments to come, it makes us humble, comfortable to christ our head, increases our faith, our joy, our thankfulness our spiritual Wisdom, uh j j n2, c-acp pns11 vmd vvi a-acp d n1, vvn vbz dt j vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz pno12 av vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvz cs pns12 vbb j n2 cc n2, vvz jc n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvz pno12 j, j p-acp np1 po12 n1, vvz po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1 po12 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1473 and likewise our patience, as I have shown at large in another Book cal'd the Christians Comfort. To conclude, all good things were created for the good, and likewise our patience, as I have shown At large in Another Book called the Christians Comfort. To conclude, all good things were created for the good, cc av po12 n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp j p-acp j-jn n1 vvd dt np1 n1. pc-acp vvi, d j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1474 and therefore they are called goods because the good created them, for good men to do good withal. and Therefore they Are called goods Because the good created them, for good men to do good withal. cc av pns32 vbr vvn n2-j p-acp dt j vvd pno32, c-acp j n2 pc-acp vdi j av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1475 Therefore as Jacob got the blessing, so he got yt inheritance also, to shew that as the faithful have ye inward blessing, Therefore as Jacob god the blessing, so he god that inheritance also, to show that as the faithful have you inward blessing, av c-acp np1 vvd dt n1, av pns31 vvd pn31 n1 av, pc-acp vvi cst p-acp dt j vhb pn22 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1476 so they have the outward blessing too; so they have the outward blessing too; av pns32 vhb dt j n1 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1477 when they will do them good, and cause them to do good, yea in this case even as the sheafs fell before Ruth, so the Kiches shall fall in our way, when they will do them good, and cause them to do good, yea in this case even as the sheafs fell before Ruth, so the kiches shall fallen in our Way, c-crq pns32 vmb vdi pno32 j, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi j, uh p-acp d n1 av c-acp dt n2 vvd a-acp n1, av dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1478 as they did to Abraham and Lot, and Jacob, and Job, and Joseph, upon whom riches were cast, they knew not how, as they did to Abraham and Lot, and Jacob, and Job, and Joseph, upon whom riches were cast, they knew not how, c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp np1 cc n1, cc np1, cc n1, cc np1, p-acp r-crq n2 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd xx c-crq, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1479 but as if God had onely said, be rich, and they were Rich straight, but that this is the true and onely way to Wealth and Happinesse néeds no more proof then that which is recorded of Solomon, 1 Kings 3. 2 Chron. 1. Where the Lord appearing to him in a dream said, • … k what I shall give thee, but as if God had only said, be rich, and they were Rich straight, but that this is the true and only Way to Wealth and Happiness needs no more proof then that which is recorded of Solomon, 1 Kings 3. 2 Chronicles 1. Where the Lord appearing to him in a dream said, • … k what I shall give thee, cc-acp c-acp cs np1 vhd av-j vvn, vbb j, cc pns32 vbdr j av, cc-acp cst d vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvz dx dc n1 cs d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1, crd n2 crd crd np1 crd c-crq dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 vvd, • … zz r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pno21, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1480 and he asking onely an understanding Heart to discern between good and evil, that he might the better Discharge that great place whereunto God had called him, wherein Gods glory and the peoples good were his Principal Aim and end: and he asking only an understanding Heart to discern between good and evil, that he might the better Discharge that great place whereunto God had called him, wherein God's glory and the peoples good were his Principal Aim and end: cc pns31 vvg av-j dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j-jn, cst pns31 vmd dt jc vvb cst j n1 c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31, c-crq npg1 n1 cc dt ng1 j vbdr po31 j-jn n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1481 hear what the Lords Answer is: Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked Riches, Wealth, or Honour; hear what the lords Answer is: Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked Riches, Wealth, or Honour; vvb r-crq dt n2 vvb vbz: c-acp d vbds p-acp po21 n1, cc pns21 vh2 xx vvn n2, n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1482 nor the life of thine enemies neither, yet hast asked long life but hast asked Wisdome and Knowledge for thy self, that thou mightest judge my people, over whom I have made thee King, Wisdome and Knowledge is Granted unto thee, nor the life of thine enemies neither, yet hast asked long life but haste asked Wisdom and Knowledge for thy self, that thou Mightest judge my people, over whom I have made thee King, Wisdom and Knowledge is Granted unto thee, ccx dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 av-dx, av vh2 vvd j n1 p-acp n1 vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po11 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno21 n1, n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1483 and I will give thee Riches, and Wealth, and Honour, such as none of the Kings have had that have been before thee: and I will give thee Riches, and Wealth, and Honour, such as none of the Kings have had that have been before thee: cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n2, cc n1, cc n1, d c-acp pix pp-f dt n2 vhb vhn d vhb vbn p-acp pno21: (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1484 neither shall there any after thee have the like. neither shall there any After thee have the like. av-dx vmb a-acp d p-acp pno21 vhb dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1485 Yea he was so surpassing rich that he gave Silver in Jerusalem as stones, 1 Kings 10.27. Loe the true way to Wealth, Honour, Yea he was so surpassing rich that he gave Silver in Jerusalem as stones, 1 Kings 10.27. Lo the true Way to Wealth, Honour, uh pns31 vbds av vvg j cst pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2, crd n2 crd. uh dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1486 and Happinesse is to desire Grace that we may glorifie God, and do good: For clearing whereof I'le give you a Similitude. and Happiness is to desire Grace that we may Glorify God, and do good: For clearing whereof I'll give you a Similitude. cc n1 vbz pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi np1, cc vdb j: c-acp vvg c-crq pns11|vmb vvi pn22 dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 92
1487 A Man spies a fair Apple on a Tree, hath a longing desire unto it, whereupon he falls a shaking the Trée with all his might, at length it not onely comes down but many other come down to him together with it, A Man spies a fair Apple on a Tree, hath a longing desire unto it, whereupon he falls a shaking the Tree with all his might, At length it not only comes down but many other come down to him together with it, dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns31 vvz dt vvg dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1, p-acp n1 pn31 xx av-j vvz a-acp p-acp d n-jn vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 av p-acp pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 93
1488 and so much to prove that the way to become rich is first to become Godly. and so much to prove that the Way to become rich is First to become Godly. cc av av-d pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pc-acp vvi j vbz ord pc-acp vvi j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 93
1489 Secondly, He that would be a Rich Man let him be a merciful Man, and do good with what God hath already given him, be it never so little, Secondly, He that would be a Rich Man let him be a merciful Man, and do good with what God hath already given him, be it never so little, ord, pns31 cst vmd vbi dt j n1 vvb pno31 vbi dt j n1, cc vdb j p-acp r-crq np1 vhz av vvn pno31, vbb pn31 av-x av j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1490 for there is not a more sure and Infallible way to Increase and Multiply a mans outward estate, for there is not a more sure and Infallible Way to Increase and Multiply a men outward estate, c-acp pc-acp vbz xx dt av-dc j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt ng1 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1491 then in being charitable to ye poor, if we will believe Gods word, as what saith our Saviour, Give and it shall be given unto you, Good Measure pressed down and shaken together and running over shall men give into your Bosome, Luk. 6.38. Mat. 7.2. Mark 4.14. then in being charitable to you poor, if we will believe God's word, as what Says our Saviour, Give and it shall be given unto you, Good Measure pressed down and shaken together and running over shall men give into your Bosom, Luk. 6.38. Mathew 7.2. Mark 4.14. av p-acp vbg j p-acp pn22 j, cs pns12 vmb vvi npg1 n1, c-acp q-crq vvz po12 n1, vvb cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, j n1 vvn a-acp cc vvn av cc vvg a-acp vmb n2 vvi p-acp po22 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. n1 crd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1492 And to this accord that place in the Proverbs. There is ye scattereth and is more encreased, And to this accord that place in the Proverbs. There is the Scattereth and is more increased, cc p-acp d n1 cst n1 p-acp dt n2. pc-acp vbz dt vvz cc vbz av-dc vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1493 but he that spareth more then is right, shall surely come to poverty. but he that spares more then is right, shall surely come to poverty. cc-acp pns31 cst vvz av-dc cs vbz j-jn, vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1494 The liberal person shall have plenty, and he that watereth shall also have rain, Pro. 11.24,25. And ye like in ye Psalms; Wealth and Riches shall be in the house of him that hath compassion of and giveth to the poor, Psal. 112.3, to 10. See here how bounty is the best and surest way to Plenty. The liberal person shall have plenty, and he that Waters shall also have rain, Pro 11.24,25. And you like in you Psalms; Wealth and Riches shall be in the house of him that hath compassion of and gives to the poor, Psalm 112.3, to 10. See Here how bounty is the best and Surest Way to Plenty. dt j n1 vmb vhi n1, cc pns31 cst vvz vmb av vhi n1, np1 crd. cc pn22 vvb p-acp pn22 n2; n1 cc n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vhz n1 pp-f cc vvz p-acp dt j, np1 crd, p-acp crd vvb av q-crq n1 vbz dt js cc js n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1495 But notable to this purpose is that, Pro. 28.37. He that giveth to the poor shall not lack, a rare and incomparable priviledge never to want, and yet this is a bargain of Gods own making, plenty shall furnish the table where Charity takes away and gives to the Poor. But notable to this purpose is that, Pro 28.37. He that gives to the poor shall not lack, a rare and incomparable privilege never to want, and yet this is a bargain of God's own making, plenty shall furnish the table where Charity Takes away and gives to the Poor. p-acp j p-acp d n1 vbz d, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j vmb xx vvi, dt j cc j n1 av-x p-acp vvb, cc av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 d vvg, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq n1 vvz av cc vvz p-acp dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1496 He hath dispersed abroad saith the Psalmist and given to the poor, his Benevolence remaineth for ever, Psal. 112.9. He hath always to give that hath a free and bountiful Heart to give, saith St. Bernard, and of this the Prophet Isaiah doth assure us. He hath dispersed abroad Says the Psalmist and given to the poor, his Benevolence remains for ever, Psalm 112.9. He hath always to give that hath a free and bountiful Heart to give, Says Saint Bernard, and of this the Prophet Isaiah does assure us. pns31 vhz vvn av vvz dt n1 cc vvn p-acp dt j, po31 n1 vvz p-acp av, np1 crd. pns31 vhz av pc-acp vvi cst vhz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi, vvz n1 np1, cc pp-f d dt n1 np1 vdz vvi pno12. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1497 The liberal man saith he deviseth liberal things, and by liberality he shall stand, Isa. 32.8. A man would think he should rather fall by being so liberal & bountiful, The liberal man Says he devises liberal things, and by liberality he shall stand, Isaiah 32.8. A man would think he should rather fallen by being so liberal & bountiful, dt j n1 vvz pns31 vvz j n2, cc p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi, np1 crd. dt n1 vmd vvi pns31 vmd av-c vvi p-acp vbg av j cc j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1498 but this is the best course to thrive & hold out. but this is the best course to thrive & hold out. cc-acp d vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1499 Nor was it ever known that God suffered a merciful and a bountiful man to want, ordering his affairs with discretion, Psal. 112.5. But you have not heard a Tith of these promises, Nor was it ever known that God suffered a merciful and a bountiful man to want, ordering his affairs with discretion, Psalm 112.5. But you have not herd a Tith of these promises, ccx vbds pn31 av vvn cst np1 vvd dt j cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, vvg po31 n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd. p-acp pn22 vhb xx vvn zz pn31|vbz pp-f d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1500 for the Scriptures no less abound in them, than silver did in the days of Solomon, of which only a few more, is what saith the wise man, Pro. 3. Honour the Lord with thy substance, for the Scriptures no less abound in them, than silver did in the days of Solomon, of which only a few more, is what Says the wise man, Pro 3. Honour the Lord with thy substance, p-acp dt n2 av-dx av-dc vvi p-acp pno32, cs n1 vdd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq av-j dt d dc, vbz q-crq vvz dt j n1, np1 crd n1 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1501 & with the first fruits of all thine encrease, so shall thy barns be filled with abundance, & with the First fruits of all thine increase, so shall thy Barns be filled with abundance, cc p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f d po21 n1, av vmb po21 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1502 and thy presses shall burst with new Wine, in which regard that which is this way expended, may be likened to those loves and fishes in the Gospel, and thy presses shall burst with new Wine, in which regard that which is this Way expended, may be likened to those loves and Fish in the Gospel, cc po21 n2 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, p-acp r-crq n1 d r-crq vbz d n1 vvd, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 93
1503 for as they did increase and multiply, even while they were distributing, so doth our Riches, for as they did increase and multiply, even while they were distributing, so does our Riches, c-acp c-acp pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi, av cs pns32 vbdr vvg, av vdz po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1504 and indeed all other gifts, even out o• … which the Hand reacheth to, the Mouth it self is nourished, and indeed all other Gifts, even out o• … which the Hand reaches to, the Mouth it self is nourished, cc av d j-jn n2, av av n1 … r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1505 and thus you see that either Old or New Testament be true, not getting but giving is the true & ready way to abundance, that to give in this case is the way to have, and thus you see that either Old or New Testament be true, not getting but giving is the true & ready Way to abundance, that to give in this case is the Way to have, cc av pn22 vvb cst d j cc j n1 vbb j, xx vvg p-acp vvg vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1, cst pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vhi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1506 and that we are the richer for disoursting, which makes Chrisostom say: and that we Are the Richer for disoursting, which makes Chrysostom say: cc cst pns12 vbr dt jc p-acp vvg, r-crq vvz np1 vvb: (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1507 That the gainfulest art is Alms giving, and hence it is that the Scripture compares it to sowing of Seed, 2 Cor. 9.6. He yt soweth sparingly shall reap sparingly, That the gainfulest art is Alms giving, and hence it is that the Scripture compares it to sowing of Seed, 2 Cor. 9.6. He that Soweth sparingly shall reap sparingly, cst dt js n1 vbz n2 vvg, cc av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp vvg pp-f n1, crd np1 crd. pns31 pn31 vvz av-vvg vmb vvi av-vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1508 but he that soweth bountifully shal also reap bountifully, the Apostle compares giving to sowing, to note unto us the great gain and advantage that commeth thereby, but he that Soweth bountifully shall also reap bountifully, the Apostle compares giving to sowing, to note unto us the great gain and advantage that comes thereby, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz av-j vmb av vvi av-j, dt n1 vvz vvg p-acp vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt j n1 cc n1 cst vvz av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1509 and the Scriptures likewise compareth it to lending or putting money to interest, Pro. 19.17. He that hath pitty on the poor lendeth unto the Lord, and the Scriptures likewise compareth it to lending or putting money to Interest, Pro 19.17. He that hath pity on the poor dares unto the Lord, cc dt n2 av vvz pn31 p-acp vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 cst vhz n1 p-acp dt j vvz p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1510 and that which he hath given will he pay him again. and that which he hath given will he pay him again. cc cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn vmb pns31 vvi pno31 av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1511 The Lord is content to acknowledge himself the charitable Mans debter, yea by our liberality to the poor, our most gracious redeemer acknowledgeth his self gratified & engaged, Math. 25.35,36, &c. And for as much as ye did it to the least of these my Brethren, ye have done it unto me, the poor mans Hand is Christs Treasury or Bank; The Lord is content to acknowledge himself the charitable men debtor, yea by our liberality to the poor, our most gracious redeemer acknowledgeth his self gratified & engaged, Math. 25.35,36, etc. And for as much as you did it to the least of these my Brothers, you have done it unto me, the poor men Hand is Christ Treasury or Bank; dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi px31 dt j ng1 n1, uh p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j, po12 av-ds j n1 vvz po31 n1 vvd cc vvn, np1 crd, av cc c-acp c-acp d c-acp pn22 vdd pn31 p-acp dt ds pp-f d po11 n2, pn22 vhb vdn pn31 p-acp pno11, dt j ng1 n1 vbz npg1 n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1512 and by putting thereinto a man becomes a Creditour to his Savior, neither will he pay or recompence us as we do our Creditours, and by putting thereinto a man becomes a Creditor to his Saviour, neither will he pay or recompense us as we do our Creditors, cc p-acp vvg av dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dx vmb pns31 vvi cc vvi pno12 c-acp pns12 vdb po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1513 for as Augustine well notes, what we receive by way of return, is not ten for an hundred, for as Augustine well notes, what we receive by Way of return, is not ten for an hundred, c-acp c-acp np1 av n2, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbz xx crd p-acp dt crd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1514 nor an hundred for ten, but an hundred for one, yea a thousand thousand for one, nor an hundred for ten, but an hundred for one, yea a thousand thousand for one, ccx dt crd p-acp crd, cc-acp dt crd p-acp crd, uh dt crd crd p-acp crd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1515 an hundred for one here in this World, and in the World to come, Life everlasting, together with a Kingdome, an hundred for one Here in this World, and in the World to come, Life everlasting, together with a Kingdom, dt crd p-acp crd av p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 j, av p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1516 even an immortal, eternal Kingdome of Glory and Happinesse in Heaven, which is not to be valued with ten Thousand Worlds, even an immortal, Eternal Kingdom of Glory and Happiness in Heaven, which is not to be valued with ten Thousand World's, av dt j, j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd crd n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1517 and why all this but in recompence of feeding, cloathing, and visiting his poor Brethren and Members when they were destitute, where note but the incomparable and infinite difference between the receit and the return, and why all this but in recompense of feeding, clothing, and visiting his poor Brothers and Members when they were destitute, where note but the incomparable and infinite difference between the receipt and the return, cc c-crq d d cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, n1, cc vvg po31 j n2 cc n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr j, c-crq n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1518 as O the unmeasurable measure of our Saviours Bounty; as Oh the unmeasurable measure of our Saviors Bounty; c-acp uh dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1519 How happy is that man that may become a Creditour to his Saviour, heaven & earth shall be empty before he shall want a Royal payment; How happy is that man that may become a Creditor to his Saviour, heaven & earth shall be empty before he shall want a Royal payment; c-crq j vbz d n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 cc n1 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1520 wherefore hearken to this all you self-lovers yt are onely for your own ends, do you indeed love your selves & your souls, would you be rich indeed, Wherefore harken to this all you self-lovers that Are only for your own ends, do you indeed love your selves & your Souls, would you be rich indeed, q-crq vvb p-acp d d pn22 n2 pn31 vbr j p-acp po22 d n2, vdb pn22 av vvb po22 n2 cc po22 n2, vmd pn22 vbi j av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1521 and that both here and hereafter, then be charitable to the poor, even to the utmost of your Ability; and that both Here and hereafter, then be charitable to the poor, even to the utmost of your Ability; cc cst d av cc av, av vbb j p-acp dt j, av p-acp dt j pp-f po22 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 94
1522 for this giving is not onely an act of Charity, but of Christian policy, since we shall not onely receive our own again, for this giving is not only an act of Charity, but of Christian policy, since we shall not only receive our own again, p-acp d vvg vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f njp n1, c-acp pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi po12 d av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 95
1523 but the same also with great encrease, which made St. Augustine say: That the Charitable man is the greatest Usurer in the World: but the same also with great increase, which made Saint Augustine say: That the Charitable man is the greatest Usurer in the World: cc-acp dt d av p-acp j n1, r-crq vvd n1 np1 vvb: cst dt j n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 95
1524 This is the Second means which God hath appointed for the Improvement of our outward estates, This is the Second means which God hath appointed for the Improvement of our outward estates, d vbz dt ord n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 95
1525 or the second step to riches and all outward prosperity: Viz. Bounty and Liberality to the poor. or the second step to riches and all outward Prosperity: Viz. Bounty and Liberality to the poor. cc dt ord n1 p-acp n2 cc d j n1: av n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 95
1526 The Third and Fourth are thankfullnesse and humility, which are no way inferiour to the former. The Third and Fourth Are thankfulness and humility, which Are no Way inferior to the former. dt ord cc ord vbr n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr dx n1 j-jn p-acp dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 95
1527 Thankfulnesse and Humility are the only means to enrich us with Gods blessings, but Pride and Vnthankfulnesse is the onely way to make God withdraw, Thankfulness and Humility Are the only means to enrich us with God's blessings, but Pride and Unthankfulness is the only Way to make God withdraw, n1 cc n1 vbr dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp npg1 n2, cc-acp n1 cc n1 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1528 and take from us both himself and his Blessings: Because the King of Assyria said: and take from us both himself and his Blessings: Because the King of Assyria said: cc vvi p-acp pno12 d n1 cc po31 n2: c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1529 By the power of mine arm have I done it, and by my Wisdom, for I am prudent. By the power of mine arm have I done it, and by my Wisdom, for I am prudent. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vhb pns11 vdn pn31, cc p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1530 Therefore saith the Lord I have removed the Borders of the people, and have spoiled their treasures, Therefore Says the Lord I have removed the Borders of the people, and have spoiled their treasures, av vvz dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vhb vvn po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1531 & have pulled down ye inhabitants like a valiant man; Isa. 10.13. Even so doth God deal with all proud ingrateful persons. & have pulled down the inhabitants like a valiant man; Isaiah 10.13. Even so does God deal with all proud ingrateful Persons. cc vhb vvn a-acp dt n2 av-j dt j n1; np1 crd. av av vdz np1 vvi p-acp d j j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1532 There is nothing more pleasing to God, nor profitable to us, for the procuring the good we want, There is nothing more pleasing to God, nor profitable to us, for the procuring the good we want, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1, ccx j p-acp pno12, c-acp dt vvg dt j pns12 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1533 or continuing the good we have, then humility & thankfulnesse, God will sow their, and their only, plenty of his blessings, where he is sure to reap plenty of Thanks and service, ingratitude forfeits mercies, or Continuing the good we have, then humility & thankfulness, God will sow their, and their only, plenty of his blessings, where he is sure to reap plenty of Thanks and service, ingratitude forfeits Mercies, cc vvg dt j pns12 vhb, cs n1 cc n1, np1 vmb vvi po32, cc po32 j, n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vbz j p-acp vvb n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, n1 vvz n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1534 as Merchants do all to ye King, by not paying of custome; because Pharaoh saith: as Merchant's do all to you King, by not paying of custom; Because Pharaoh Says: c-acp n2 vdb d p-acp pn22 n1, p-acp xx vvg pp-f n1; c-acp np1 vvz: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1535 The River is mine own, therefore God saith, I will dry up the River, Ezek. 29.3. Isa. 19.5,6. The River is mine own, Therefore God Says, I will dry up the River, Ezekiel 29.3. Isaiah 19.5,6. dt n1 vbz po11 d, av np1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1536 When the People sought themselves onely, and how to have their houses scited and sumptuous, neglecting the house of God and his honour, When the People sought themselves only, and how to have their houses scited and sumptuous, neglecting the house of God and his honour, c-crq dt n1 vvn px32 av-j, cc c-crq pc-acp vhi po32 n2 zz cc j, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1537 thus it fa• … ed with them, yea have sown much and have reaped little, thus it fa• … ed with them, yea have sown much and have reaped little, av pn31 n1 … wd p-acp pno32, uh vhb n1 av-d cc vhb vvn j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1538 & he that earneth wages, earneth wages to put it into a bag with holes, ye looked for much and lo it came to little, & he that earneth wages, earneth wages to put it into a bag with holes, you looked for much and lo it Come to little, cc pns31 cst vvz n2, vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, pn22 vvd p-acp d cc uh pn31 vvd p-acp j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1539 & ye brought it home, I did blow upon it, I called for a drought upon the Land, & you brought it home, I did blow upon it, I called for a drought upon the Land, cc pn22 vvd pn31 av-an, pns11 vdd vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1540 and upon all that it bringeth forth, and upon all the labour of ye hands, &c. Again when they saught Gods glory, and upon all that it brings forth, and upon all the labour of you hands, etc. Again when they sought God's glory, cc p-acp d cst pn31 vvz av, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn22 n2, av av c-crq pns32 vvn npg1 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1541 and were thankful, mark the difference, even from this very day will I blesse you saith the Lord, Hag. 1.4,5,6, &c. He yt is unthankful for a little is worthy of nothing, and were thankful, mark the difference, even from this very day will I bless you Says the Lord, Hag. 1.4,5,6, etc. He that is unthankful for a little is worthy of nothing, cc vbdr j, vvb dt n1, av p-acp d j n1 vmb pns11 vvb pn22 vvz dt n1, np1 crd, av pns31 pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j vbz j pp-f pix, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1542 whereas thanks for one good turn is the best introduction to another, holy David was a man after Gods own Heart, whereas thanks for one good turn is the best introduction to Another, holy David was a man After God's own Heart, cs n2 p-acp crd j n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp j-jn, j np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp n2 d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1543 and therefore he ever mixeth with his prayers, praises. and Therefore he ever mixeth with his Prayers, praises. cc av pns31 av vvz p-acp po31 n2, n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1544 Bless the Lord O my Soul saith he, and forget not all his Benefits, Psal. 103.2. Bless the Lord Oh my Soul Says he, and forget not all his Benefits, Psalm 103.2. vvb dt n1 uh po11 n1 vvz pns31, cc vvb xx d po31 n2, np1 crd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 95
1545 And being of a publick spirit he discovers the secrets of his skill, let the people praise thée O God, And being of a public Spirit he discovers the secrets of his skill, let the people praise thee Oh God, cc vbg pp-f dt j n1 pns31 vvz dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, vvb dt n1 vvb pno21 uh np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1546 yea let all the People praise thee; yea let all the People praise thee; uh vvb d dt n1 vvb pno21; (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1547 the• shall the earth bring forth her increase, and God even our God shal give us his blessing, Psal. 67.5,6,7. Wherefore be not like the Swine that feed upon the acorns, without ever looking to the Oak from whence they fall, the• shall the earth bring forth her increase, and God even our God shall give us his blessing, Psalm 67.5,6,7. Wherefore be not like the Swine that feed upon the acorns, without ever looking to the Oak from whence they fallen, n1 vmb dt n1 vvb av po31 n1, cc np1 av po12 n1 vmb vvi pno12 po31 n1, np1 crd. c-crq vbb xx av-j dt n1 cst vvb p-acp dt n2, p-acp av vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1548 or the Horse yt drinks of the Brook & never thinks of the spring, yea since God is the fountain from which al our enjoyments flow, let this be our continual determination. or the Horse that drinks of the Brook & never thinks of the spring, yea since God is the fountain from which all our enjoyments flow, let this be our continual determination. cc dt n1 pn31 vvz pp-f dt n1 cc av-x vvz pp-f dt n1, uh p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d po12 n2 vvi, vvb d vbb po12 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1549 He hath given us all the Grace, good, and happinesse we have, and we will give him all the possible Thanks & Honour we can: He hath given us all the Grace, good, and happiness we have, and we will give him all the possible Thanks & Honour we can: pns31 vhz vvn pno12 d dt n1, j, cc n1 pns12 vhb, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno31 d dt j n2 cc n1 pns12 vmb: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1550 yea, Teach us O Lord to receive the Benefit of thy merciful favour, and to return thee the thanks and the Glory, and the like of Humility. yea, Teach us O Lord to receive the Benefit of thy merciful favour, and to return thee the thanks and the Glory, and the like of Humility. uh, vvb pno12 sy n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n2 cc dt n1, cc dt j pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1551 Blessed are the meek saith our Savior for they shall inherit the earth, Math. 5.5. The reward of Humility & the fear of God is riches, Blessed Are the meek Says our Saviour for they shall inherit the earth, Math. 5.5. The reward of Humility & the Fear of God is riches, j-vvn vbr dt j vvz po12 n1 c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1552 and honour, and life, Pro. 22.4. If there be a hollow in a Valley lower than another thither the waters gather, and honour, and life, Pro 22.4. If there be a hollow in a Valley lower than Another thither the waters gather, cc n1, cc n1, np1 crd. cs pc-acp vbi dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 av-jc cs j-jn av dt n2 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1553 and the more lowly we are in our own Eyes ye more lovely we are in Gods. The more despicable in our selves, the more acceptable in him, and the more lowly we Are in our own Eyes the more lovely we Are in God's The more despicable in our selves, the more acceptable in him, cc dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp po12 d n2 dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp n2 dt av-dc j p-acp po12 n2, dt av-dc j p-acp pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1554 as is seen in the example of the Publican, Luk. 18.13,14. And the Prodigal, Luk. 15.18,19. Nor can any thing make us more acceptable to God then the Conscience of our own unworthinesse, as is seen in the Exampl of the Publican, Luk. 18.13,14. And the Prodigal, Luk. 15.18,19. Nor can any thing make us more acceptable to God then the Conscience of our own unworthiness, c-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. cc dt n-jn, np1 crd. ccx vmb d n1 vvb pno12 dc j p-acp np1 cs dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1555 when with Jacob we can say: when with Jacob we can say: c-crq p-acp np1 pns12 vmb vvi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1556 O Lord I am not worthy of the least of all thy mercies which thou hast shewed unto thy servant, Oh Lord I am not worthy of the least of all thy Mercies which thou hast showed unto thy servant, uh n1 pns11 vbm xx j pp-f dt ds pp-f d po21 n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1557 for with my staffe I passed over this Jordan, & now I am become two bands, Gen. 32.10. for with my staff I passed over this Jordan, & now I am become two bans, Gen. 32.10. c-acp p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vvd p-acp d n1, cc av pns11 vbm vvn crd n2, np1 crd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1558 This is ye way to obtain what we would have at the hands of God, who resisteth the proud and giveth grace to the humble, •am. 4.6. Vnto him will I look saith the Lord, This is the Way to obtain what we would have At the hands of God, who Resisteth the proud and gives grace to the humble, •am. 4.6. Unto him will I look Says the Lord, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmd vhi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz dt j cc vvz n1 p-acp dt j, n1. crd. p-acp pno31 vmb pns11 vvb vvz dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1559 even to him that is poor, and of a contrite spirit, and that trembles at my words, Isa. 57.15. He hath filled the Hungry with good things, even to him that is poor, and of a contrite Spirit, and that trembles At my words, Isaiah 57.15. He hath filled the Hungry with good things, av p-acp pno31 cst vbz j, cc pp-f dt j n1, cc d vvz p-acp po11 n2, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn dt j p-acp j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1560 but ye rich he hath sent empty away, Luk. 1.52. So ye if thou expectest to have God bless & prosper thée, but you rich he hath sent empty away, Luk. 1.52. So you if thou expectest to have God bless & prosper thee, cc-acp pn22 j pns31 vhz vvn j av, np1 crd. av pn22 cs pns21 vv2 pc-acp vhi np1 vvi cc vvi pno21, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1561 then beware thou forgetest not at whose cost thou livest: then beware thou forgettest not At whose cost thou Livest: av vvb pns21 vv2 xx p-acp rg-crq n1 pns21 vv2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1562 beware least when thou hast eaten and art full, and when thy heards and thy flocks multiply, beware lest when thou hast eaten and art full, and when thy heards and thy flocks multiply, vvb cs c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn cc n1 j, cc c-crq po21 n2 cc po21 n2 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1563 and thy Silver and gold is increased, and all yt thou hast be enlarged, thine heart be lifted up, and thy Silver and gold is increased, and all that thou hast be enlarged, thine heart be lifted up, cc po21 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, cc d pn31 pns21 vvb vbi vvn, po21 n1 vbi vvn a-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1564 and thou forget the Lord thy God, and thou sayest in thine heart, My power and the might of my hand hath got me this wealth: and thou forget the Lord thy God, and thou Sayest in thine heart, My power and the might of my hand hath god me this wealth: cc pns21 vvb dt n1 po21 n1, cc pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 n1, po11 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11 d n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1565 but on the contrary remember that it is the Lord thy God ye hath given thée power to get wealth, but on the contrary Remember that it is the Lord thy God you hath given thee power to get wealth, cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1 po21 n1 pn22 vhz vvn pno21 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 96
1566 and that it is only his blessing which makes rich, this is Gods counsel, set home with 〈 ◊ 〉 very strict charge to all yt have not a mind to perish, Deut. 28.10,11,12, &c. Many are the examples I might give you of such as have been undone by their pride, and that it is only his blessing which makes rich, this is God's counsel, Set home with 〈 ◊ 〉 very strict charge to all that have not a mind to perish, Deuteronomy 28.10,11,12, etc. Many Are the Examples I might give you of such as have been undone by their pride, cc cst pn31 vbz av-j png31 n1 r-crq vvz j, d vbz npg1 n1, vvb av-an p-acp 〈 sy 〉 av j n1 p-acp d pn31 vhb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd, av d vbr dt n2 pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pp-f d c-acp vhb vbn vvn p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1567 when Saul was little in his own eyes, God made him head over the Twelve Tribes of Israel, and gave him abundance, when Saul was little in his own eyes, God made him head over the Twelve Tribes of Israel, and gave him abundance, c-crq np1 vbds j p-acp po31 d n2, np1 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd pno31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1568 but when out of his greatness he abused his place and gifts, God took them all away again, but when out of his greatness he abused his place and Gifts, God took them all away again, cc-acp c-crq av pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc n2, np1 vvd pno32 d av av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1569 and so it had like to fared with Hezekiah, when he but began to be puffed up with the wealth & precious things that God had given him, 2 Kings 20.12, to 19. But most remarkable is the example of Nebuchadnezzar, who when be ascribed all to himself, saying: and so it had like to fared with Hezekiah, when he but began to be puffed up with the wealth & precious things that God had given him, 2 Kings 20.12, to 19. But most remarkable is the Exampl of Nebuchadnezzar, who when be ascribed all to himself, saying: cc av pn31 vhd av-j pc-acp vvd p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 p-acp vvd pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j n2 cst np1 vhd vvn pno31, crd n2 crd, p-acp crd p-acp ds j vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq c-crq vbb vvn d p-acp px31, vvg: (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1570 Is not this great Babel which I have built with the might of my power, Is not this great Babel which I have built with the might of my power, vbz xx d j np1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1571 and for the Glory of my Majesty, was presently deprived of his Kingdome, & all that he had, and for the Glory of my Majesty, was presently deprived of his Kingdom, & all that he had, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vbds av-j vvn pp-f po31 n1, cc d cst pns31 vhd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1572 and sent to grasse with the Beasts, but when he was humbled to ye very ground, acknowledged the Authour, and sent to grass with the Beasts, but when he was humbled to you very ground, acknowledged the Author, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn22 j n1, vvd dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1573 and ascribed all to the God of Heaven. and ascribed all to the God of Heaven. cc vvd d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1574 He had his Kingdome and all else restored unto him, Dan. 4. The way to obtain any benefit is to acknowledge the Author, He had his Kingdom and all Else restored unto him, Dan. 4. The Way to obtain any benefit is to acknowledge the Author, pns31 vhd po31 n1 cc d av vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1575 & devote it in our hearts to the glory of that God, of whom we receive all, & devote it in our hearts to the glory of that God, of whom we receive all, cc vvb pn31 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst np1, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvb d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1576 for by this means shall God both pleasure his Servants, and honour himself, and indeed that he may be honoured by our wisdome, riches, graces, is the onely end for which he gives us to be wise, rich, for by this means shall God both pleasure his Servants, and honour himself, and indeed that he may be honoured by our Wisdom, riches, graces, is the only end for which he gives us to be wise, rich, c-acp p-acp d n2 vmb n1 d n1 po31 n2, cc n1 px31, cc av cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, n2, n2, vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j, j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1577 and gracious, and who hath more interest in the Grape then he that planted the Vine, who more right to the Crop than he that oweth the ground and soweth the seed? Therefore let not the wise man glory in his Wisdome, and gracious, and who hath more Interest in the Grape then he that planted the Vine, who more right to the Crop than he that owes the ground and Soweth the seed? Therefore let not the wise man glory in his Wisdom, cc j, cc r-crq vhz dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 cst vvd dt n1, q-crq dc j-jn p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 cst vvz dt n1 cc vvz dt n1? av vvb xx dt j n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1578 nor the strong man in his strength, nor the rich man in his riches, Jer. 9.23. For we have not onely received our Talents from God, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the rich man in his riches, Jer. 9.23. For we have not only received our Talents from God, ccx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd. c-acp pns12 vhb xx av-j vvn po12 n2 p-acp np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1579 but the improvement also is his meer bounty, of him and through him and for him be all things, to whom be glory for ever, Amen. but the improvement also is his mere bounty, of him and through him and for him be all things, to whom be glory for ever, Amen. cc-acp dt n1 av vbz po31 j n1, pp-f pno31 cc p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31 vbb d n2, p-acp ro-crq vbb n1 p-acp av, uh-n. (11) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 97
1580 Fifthly, The next means which God in his Word hath appointed for this end is Labour and Industy in some lawful calling, Fifthly, The next means which God in his Word hath appointed for this end is Labour and Industry in Some lawful calling, ord, dt ord n2 r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 vbz n1 cc j p-acp d j n-vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 97
1581 for it is the beating of the Brain and sweating of the Brow, not the bare talk of the lips, for it is the beating of the Brain and sweating of the Brow, not the bore talk of the lips, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n1, xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 97
1582 or desire of the Heart that makes rich, according to the comon Proverb, wishers & woulders are seldome or never good Housholders, the idle person saith Solomon shall be clothed with rags, or desire of the Heart that makes rich, according to the Common Proverb, wishers & woulders Are seldom or never good Householders, the idle person Says Solomon shall be clothed with rags, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz j, vvg p-acp dt j n1, n2 cc n2 vbr av cc av-x j n2, dt j n1 vvz np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 97
1583 & the sluggards poverty commeth upon him as an arm'd man, but ye hand of the diligent maketh rich, Prov. 10.4. and Chap. 12.17. The Greeks have a saying that plentifulnesse follows painfullnesse, & the sluggards poverty comes upon him as an armed man, but you hand of the diligent makes rich, Curae 10.4. and Chap. 12.17. The Greeks have a saying that plentifulness follows painfullnesse, cc dt n2 n1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp pn22 n1 pp-f dt j vvz j, np1 crd. cc np1 crd. dt np1 vhb dt vvg d n1 vvz n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 97
1584 and that all things are made servants to care and industry: and that all things Are made Servants to care and industry: cc cst d n2 vbr vvn n2 p-acp n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 97
1585 Cajus Furius by his painful dexterity and unwearied labour, got more means out of one small field then his Neighbours out of many great ones, whereupon he was accused to ye Magistrate, Cajus Furius by his painful dexterity and unwearied labour, god more means out of one small field then his Neighbours out of many great ones, whereupon he was accused to you Magistrate, np1 np1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc j n1, vvd dc n2 av pp-f crd j n1 av po31 n2 av pp-f d j pi2, r-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn22 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1586 as if by Witch-craft he had convey'd ye Corn of other mens ground into his own, as if by Witchcraft he had conveyed you Corn of other men's ground into his own, c-acp cs p-acp n1 pns31 vhd vvn pn22 n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n1 p-acp po31 d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1587 but he came with all his goodly rustical Instruments, with his strong and lusty Daughter, but he Come with all his goodly rustical Instruments, with his strong and lusty Daughter, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp d po31 j j n2, p-acp po31 j cc j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1588 and his well fed Oxen, and spake thus to the judges, See my Lords, these be my Witchrafts and Sorceries, which being done and spoke, he was presently absolved by the sentence of al, whence the Apostle exhorts ye Ephesians to labor in their several callings, and his well fed Oxen, and spoke thus to the judges, See my lords, these be my Witchcrafts and Sorceries, which being done and spoke, he was presently absolved by the sentence of all, whence the Apostle exhorts you Ephesians to labour in their several callings, cc po31 av vvn n2, cc vvd av p-acp dt n2, vvb po11 n2, d vbb po11 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbg vdn cc vvn, pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, c-crq dt n1 vvz pn22 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1589 if they would have sufficient for themselves, and wherewith to help others, and this makes Solomon in praising the vertuous Woman for her bounty, note that she works diligently with her hands, if they would have sufficient for themselves, and wherewith to help Others, and this makes Solomon in praising the virtuous Woman for her bounty, note that she works diligently with her hands, cs pns32 vmd vhi j p-acp px32, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi n2-jn, cc d vvz np1 p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb cst pns31 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1590 and that her candle was not put out by night. and that her candle was not put out by night. cc cst po31 n1 vbds xx vvn av p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1591 Prov. 31.10, &c. And St. Luke the like of Dorcas her pains and industry, in making coats and garments, Acts 9.36,37, &c. And what but idlenesse makes so many Beggars, Curae 31.10, etc. And Saint Lycia the like of Dorcas her pains and industry, in making coats and garments, Acts 9.36,37, etc. And what but idleness makes so many Beggars, np1 crd, av cc n1 av dt av-j pp-f np1 po31 n2 cc n1, p-acp vvg n2 cc n2, n2 crd, av cc r-crq p-acp n1 vvz av d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1592 and base persons, it is the most corrupting flye that can blow in any humane mind. and base Persons, it is the most corrupting fly that can blow in any humane mind. cc j n2, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j-vvg n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp d j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1593 We learn to do ill by doing what is next it, nothing: We Learn to do ill by doing what is next it, nothing: pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi j-jn p-acp vdg q-crq vbz ord pn31, pix: (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1594 whence, it is that vice so fructifies in our Gentry and Serving-men, who have nothing to imploy themselves in, whence, it is that vice so fructifies in our Gentry and Servingmen, who have nothing to employ themselves in, c-crq, pn31 vbz cst n1 av vvz p-acp po12 n1 cc n2, r-crq vhb pix pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1595 for they only At to eat and drink, lie down to sleep, & rise up to play, this is all their Businesse, for they only At to eat and drink, lie down to sleep, & rise up to play, this is all their Business, c-acp pns32 av-j p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi, d vbz d po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1596 & this brings Thousands of them to Beggery, or worse. & this brings Thousands of them to Beggary, or Worse. cc d vvz crd pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, cc av-jc. (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1597 Be therefore painful and industrious in thy calling, and God will undoutedly prosper, and replenish thee with the good things of this life. This is another step. Be Therefore painful and Industria in thy calling, and God will undoubtedly prosper, and replenish thee with the good things of this life. This is Another step. vbb av j cc j p-acp po21 n1, cc np1 vmb av-j vvi, cc vvi pno21 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1. d vbz j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 98
1598 Sixtly, If thou wouldst grow rich, then be frugul and thrifty in spending, for Thrift which is a due saving from néedlesse and sinful expences, Sixty, If thou Wouldst grow rich, then be frugul and thrifty in spending, for Thrift which is a due Saving from needless and sinful expenses, ord, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi j, av vbi n1 cc j p-acp vvg, p-acp n1 r-crq vbz dt j-jn vvg p-acp j cc j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 98
1599 and a wary husbanding of what we get, hath made as many Rich Men as painful getting. and a wary husbanding of what we get, hath made as many Rich Men as painful getting. cc dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb, vhz vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp j n-vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 98
1600 It is our Saviours rule so to dispose of that plenty which God in his goodnesse bestowed upon us, that nothing be lost, John 6.12. And it is a rule which all good men will be sure to observe, It is our Saviors Rule so to dispose of that plenty which God in his Goodness bestowed upon us, that nothing be lost, John 6.12. And it is a Rule which all good men will be sure to observe, pn31 vbz po12 ng1 n1 av pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cst pix vbb vvn, np1 crd. cc pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq d j n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 98
1601 for he who gets what he hath justly pays what he owes duly; requites favours, receiv'd thankfully, considers the case of the poor cordially; for he who gets what he hath justly pays what he owes duly; requites favours, received thankfully, considers the case of the poor cordially; c-acp pns31 r-crq vvz r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvz r-crq pns31 vvz av-jn; vvz n2, vvn av-j, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j av-j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 98
1602 will not, yea dare not spend wastfully, let means come in never so plentifully, and yet he of all men is sure of a lasting Competency, Prov. 28.27. Frugality saith Justine is the Mother of Vertues, will not, yea Dare not spend wastefully, let means come in never so plentifully, and yet he of all men is sure of a lasting Competency, Curae 28.27. Frugality Says Justin is the Mother of Virtues, vmb xx, uh vvb xx vvi av-j, vvb n2 vvb p-acp av-x av av-j, cc av pns31 pp-f d n2 vbz j pp-f dt j-vvg n1, np1 crd. n1 vvz np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 98
1603 but an expensive Man whatsoever his getting be by wasting and overlashing of his estate, is sure not to thrive as it fared with that Captain in Tully, who was not a penny the richer for ye huge sum of Money given him, but an expensive Man whatsoever his getting be by wasting and overlashing of his estate, is sure not to thrive as it fared with that Captain in Tully, who was not a penny the Richer for you huge sum of Money given him, cc-acp dt j n1 r-crq po31 n-vvg vbi p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f po31 n1, vbz av-j xx pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds xx dt n1 dt jc p-acp pn22 j n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 98
1604 because he had done with it as a naked man would do with the nuts, he gathers, carry them all away in his belly, for lack of pockets: to want and wast differ: Because he had done with it as a naked man would do with the nuts, he gathers, carry them all away in his belly, for lack of pockets: to want and waste differ: c-acp pns31 vhd vdn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 vmd vdi p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz, vvb pno32 d av p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2: pc-acp vvi cc n1 vvi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1605 but in time a poor man hath riches, a prodigal shall have none, the vessel that runneth out unduly, will be empty when men come to draw out of it, but in time a poor man hath riches, a prodigal shall have none, the vessel that Runneth out unduly, will be empty when men come to draw out of it, cc-acp p-acp n1 dt j n1 vhz n2, dt n-jn vmb vhi pix, dt n1 cst vvz av av-j, vmb vbi j c-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av pp-f pn31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1606 so will the state be if we let it leak like a Crackt Vessel. so will the state be if we let it leak like a Cracked Vessel. av vmb dt n1 vbi cs pns12 vvb pn31 vvi av-j dt vvn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1607 But what the difference is betwixt a wise & prudent frugality, and a vain expence of Gods benefits, we may learn from, Gen. 42. &c. Where notwithstanding the 7 years of Famine, Aegypt had Corn enough when all other Countries were without, But what the difference is betwixt a wise & prudent frugality, and a vain expense of God's benefits, we may Learn from, Gen. 42. etc. Where notwithstanding the 7 Years of Famine, Egypt had Corn enough when all other Countries were without, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, np1 crd av c-crq p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f n1, np1 vhd n1 av-d c-crq d j-jn n2 vbdr p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1608 & the people ready to Famish, which needed not have béen if they had béen more sparing in the 7 plentiful years, & the people ready to Famish, which needed not have been if they had been more sparing in the 7 plentiful Years, cc dt n1 j pc-acp vvi, r-crq vvd xx vhi vbn cs pns32 vhd vbn av-dc j-vvg p-acp dt crd j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1609 for those years of plenty were not confined to Aegypt, other Countries adjoyned were no lesse fruitful, as the learned aver. for those Years of plenty were not confined to Egypt, other Countries adjoined were no less fruitful, as the learned aver. p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vbdr xx vvn p-acp np1, j-jn n2 vvn vbdr dx dc j, c-acp dt j vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1610 But that prodigality brings many rich men to poverty, & poor men to Beggery, daily experience do abundantly Testifie. But that prodigality brings many rich men to poverty, & poor men to Beggary, daily experience do abundantly Testify. p-acp d n1 vvz d j n2 p-acp n1, cc j n2 p-acp n1, j n1 vdb av-j vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1611 Therefore if thou wouldst be rich wast not any part of thy substance in vain néedlesse superfluous expences, Therefore if thou Wouldst be rich wast not any part of thy substance in vain needless superfluous expenses, av cs pns21 vmd2 vbi j vvb xx d n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp j j j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1612 but beg of God wisdome yt thou mayst improve his blessings to the best advantage yt so he may be glorifi'd, & thy store encreased. but beg of God Wisdom that thou Mayest improve his blessings to the best advantage that so he may be glorified, & thy store increased. cc-acp vvb pp-f np1 n1 pn31 pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt js n1 pn31 av pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc po21 n1 vvd. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1613 Then shalt thou live happily and contentedly all thy days. And so much of the means how of poor to become rich. Then shalt thou live happily and contentedly all thy days. And so much of the means how of poor to become rich. av vm2 pns21 vvi av-j cc av-vvn d po21 n2. cc av d pp-f dt n2 c-crq pp-f j pc-acp vvi j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1614 Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. Finis. Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. Finis. np1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2. np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1615 A Short and Sure Way TO Grace and Salvation: OR, Proper means to Expel Gross IGNORANCE. A Short and Sure Way TO Grace and Salvation: OR, Proper means to Expel Gross IGNORANCE. dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: cc, j n2 pc-acp vvi j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 99
1616 AS when God created the World, the first thing he made was light, Gen. 1.3. So when he makes us new creatures, he first Creates light in the understanding, whereby the poor soul may sée his spiritual misery and wretchedness, which before by reason of that Vail or Curtain, which is drawn over every natural mans heart, 2 Cor. 3.14,15,16. he is so far from descerning, that with Laodicea, he thinks himself rich, AS when God created the World, the First thing he made was Light, Gen. 1.3. So when he makes us new creatures, he First Creates Light in the understanding, whereby the poor soul may see his spiritual misery and wretchedness, which before by reason of that vail or Curtain, which is drawn over every natural men heart, 2 Cor. 3.14,15,16. he is so Far from discerning, that with Laodicea, he thinks himself rich, p-acp c-crq np1 vvd dt n1, dt ord n1 pns31 vvd vbds j, np1 crd. av c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 j n2, pns31 ord vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt j n1 vmb vvi po31 j n1 cc n1, r-crq a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j ng1 n1, crd np1 crd. pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg, cst p-acp np1, pns31 vvz px31 j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1617 and to want nothing, when yet he is wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and to want nothing, when yet he is wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, cc pc-acp vvi pix, c-crq av pns31 vbz j, cc j, cc j, cc j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1618 and naked of all spiritual endowments, Rev. 3.17. Now this being the case of many Millions in this Land, and naked of all spiritual endowments, Rev. 3.17. Now this being the case of many Millions in this Land, cc j pp-f d j n2, n1 crd. av d vbg dt n1 pp-f d crd p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1619 how can we other than conclude that even few shall be saved? for without Knowledge, the mind cannot be good, how can we other than conclude that even few shall be saved? for without Knowledge, the mind cannot be good, q-crq vmb pns12 n-jn cs vvi cst av d vmb vbi vvn? p-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 vmbx vbi j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1620 as wise Solomon affirms, Prov. 19.2. A man may know the Will of God, and yet not do it, as wise Solomon affirms, Curae 19.2. A man may know the Will of God, and yet not do it, c-acp j np1 vvz, np1 crd. dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av xx vdi pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1621 but he cannot do it, except he know it, neither can he be born of God, that knoweth him not, 1 John 4.7. nor can he love God, verse 8. whence that terrible Text, Jer. 19.25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen, that know thee not, Psal. 79.6. And that more terrible. but he cannot do it, except he know it, neither can he be born of God, that Knoweth him not, 1 John 4.7. nor can he love God, verse 8. whence that terrible Text, Jer. 19.25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen, that know thee not, Psalm 79.6. And that more terrible. cc-acp pns31 vmbx vdi pn31, c-acp pns31 vvb pn31, dx vmb pns31 vbi vvn pp-f np1, cst vvz pno31 xx, vvn np1 crd. ccx vmb pns31 vvi np1, n1 crd c-crq cst j n1, np1 crd. vvb av po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, cst vvb pno21 xx, np1 crd. cc d dc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1622 The Lord shall be revealed from Heaven in flaming fire, to take vengeance on them that know not God; The Lord shall be revealed from Heaven in flaming fire, to take vengeance on them that know not God; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1623 which being so, I hold my self bound to acquaint them what every one must of necessity know, or they cannot be saved: which being so, I hold my self bound to acquaint them what every one must of necessity know, or they cannot be saved: r-crq vbg av, pns11 vvb po11 n1 vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq d pi vmb pp-f n1 vvb, cc pns32 vmbx vbi vvn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1624 the which I will do in a few lines, that all who will, may have the benefit hereof; the which I will do in a few lines, that all who will, may have the benefit hereof; dt r-crq pns11 vmb vdi p-acp dt d n2, cst d r-crq vmb, vmb vhi dt n1 av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1625 wherefore let all such if they have ears, hear what I shall say unto them out of God's Word, in laying open these three Fundamental Principles of Religion: Wherefore let all such if they have ears, hear what I shall say unto them out of God's Word, in laying open these three Fundamental Principles of Religion: q-crq vvb d d cs pns32 vhb n2, vvb r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp vvg j d crd j n2 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1626 Viz. How man was at first Created. 2. How he is now Corrupted. 3. How he may be again Restored. Viz. How man was At First Created. 2. How he is now Corrupted. 3. How he may be again Restored. av q-crq n1 vbds p-acp ord vvn. crd c-crq pns31 vbz av vvn. crd c-crq pns31 vmb vbi av vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 99
1627 Touching the Bounty and Goodness of God in Man's Creation, these things would be known. 1. That God in the beginning made men in Paradise after all his Works, that he might come as to a sumptuous Palace ready furnished. 2. That he was made a Compendium, Touching the Bounty and goodness of God in Man's Creation, these things would be known. 1. That God in the beginning made men in Paradise After all his Works, that he might come as to a sumptuous Palace ready furnished. 2. That he was made a Compendium, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ng1 n1, d n2 vmd vbi vvn. crd cst np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 vvz, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1 av-j vvn. crd cst pns31 vbds vvn dt fw-la, (12) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 99
1628 and Abridgement of all the other Creatures, as being a little world of himself, and contains in him more Generality then the Angels, having being, life, reason, and Abridgement of all the other Creatures, as being a little world of himself, and contains in him more Generality then the Angels, having being, life, reason, cc n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n2, c-acp vbg dt j n1 pp-f px31, cc vvz p-acp pno31 av-dc n1 cs dt n2, vhg n1, n1, n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 99
1629 as they have, and sence which they have not. 3. That as he was made Lord of, as they have, and sense which they have not. 3. That as he was made Lord of, c-acp pns32 vhb, cc n1 r-crq pns32 vhb xx. crd cst c-acp pns31 vbds vvn n1 pp-f, (12) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 99
1630 and had dominion over all, so he did excel all other visible Creatures. 1. In that he had a reasonable Soul. 2. In that he had a speaking tongue. 3. In that he was made upright, with his face lifted up to Heaven. 4. In that all things were made subject to him. 5. In that he was made after the Image of God. 6. In that his Soul is Immortal. 7. In that he was ordained to eternal Glory. and had dominion over all, so he did excel all other visible Creatures. 1. In that he had a reasonable Soul. 2. In that he had a speaking tongue. 3. In that he was made upright, with his face lifted up to Heaven. 4. In that all things were made Subject to him. 5. In that he was made After the Image of God. 6. In that his Soul is Immortal. 7. In that he was ordained to Eternal Glory. cc vhd n1 p-acp d, av pns31 vdd vvi d j-jn j n2. crd p-acp cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 crd p-acp cst pns31 vhd dt j-vvg n1. crd p-acp cst pns31 vbds vvn av-j, p-acp po31 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1. crd p-acp cst d n2 vbdr vvn j-jn p-acp pno31. crd p-acp cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd p-acp cst po31 n1 vbz j. crd p-acp cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 99
1631 More especially we are to know, that as God made all things else for Man's use and service, More especially we Are to know, that as God made all things Else for Man's use and service, av-dc av-j pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp np1 vvd d n2 av p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1632 so he Created Man, Male and Female, more immediately for his own Honour, and Service, so he Created Man, Male and Female, more immediately for his own Honour, and Service, av pns31 vvn n1, j-jn cc j-jn, av-dc av-j p-acp po31 d n1, cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1633 and did accordingly adorn him with Gifts and Abilities above all other visible Creatures, for God made us, had not we unmade our selves, and did accordingly adorn him with Gifts and Abilities above all other visible Creatures, for God made us, had not we unmade our selves, cc vdd av-vvg vvi pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp d j-jn j n2, c-acp np1 vvd pno12, vhd xx pns12 j po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1634 after his own Image, endowing us with perfection of all true Wisdom, Holiness, and Righteousness, writing his Law in our hearts, After his own Image, endowing us with perfection of all true Wisdom, Holiness, and Righteousness, writing his Law in our hearts, p-acp po31 d n1, vvg pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1, n1, cc n1, vvg po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1635 and giving us ability to obey and fulfil the same in every point, and withal, a power to stand, and giving us ability to obey and fulfil the same in every point, and withal, a power to stand, cc vvg pno12 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt d p-acp d n1, cc av, dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1636 and for ever to continue in a most blessed, and happy condition, frée from all misery, and for ever to continue in a most blessed, and happy condition, free from all misery, cc p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ds j-vvn, cc j n1, j p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1637 and to enjoy a swéet and blessed Communion, with his Creator, so that man was created very good, did clearly and perfectly know the whole Will and Works of his Maker, was able out of the integrity of his Soul, and to enjoy a sweet and blessed Communion, with his Creator, so that man was created very good, did clearly and perfectly know the Whole Will and Works of his Maker, was able out of the integrity of his Soul, cc pc-acp vvi dt j cc j-vvn n1, p-acp po31 n1, av d n1 vbds vvn av j, vdd av-j cc av-j vvb dt j-jn n1 cc vvz pp-f po31 n1, vbds j av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1638 and fitness of all the powers, fully, willingly, and chearfully, to love, observe, and obey his Maker in every tittle and circumstance he required, and fitness of all the Powers, Fully, willingly, and cheerfully, to love, observe, and obey his Maker in every tittle and circumstance he required, cc n1 pp-f d dt n2, av-j, av-j, cc av-j, pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1639 and to love his Neighbour as himself; and to love his Neighbour as himself; cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp px31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1640 so that neither the mind did conceive, nor the heart desire, nor the body put in execution any thing, so that neither the mind did conceive, nor the heart desire, nor the body put in execution any thing, av cst dx dt n1 vdd vvi, ccx dt n1 n1, ccx dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1641 but that which was acceptable, and well-pleasing unto God, as these ensuing Scriptures doth plainly prove, Gen. 1.26,27,30. Eccles. 7.29. Rom. 2.14,15. In the second place, to shew you how man came to be corrupted. but that which was acceptable, and Well-pleasing unto God, as these ensuing Scriptures does plainly prove, Gen. 1.26,27,30. Eccles. 7.29. Rom. 2.14,15. In the second place, to show you how man Come to be corrupted. cc-acp cst r-crq vbds j, cc j p-acp np1, c-acp d j-vvg n2 vdz av-j vvi, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 99
1642 God at first entred into Covenant with our first Parents, as publique Persons, both in behalf of themselves, God At First entered into Covenant with our First Parents, as public Persons, both in behalf of themselves, np1 p-acp ord vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po12 ord n2, c-acp j n2, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f px32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1643 and all that should proceed out of their Loyns, and so that whatsoever Gifts, Priviledges, and all that should proceed out of their Loins, and so that whatsoever Gifts, Privileges, cc d cst vmd vvi av pp-f po32 n2, cc av cst r-crq n2, n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1644 and Endowments they had bestowed upon them, should be continued to them and theirs, onely upon condition of their Loyalty and personal Obedience (of which the tree of life was a pledge) and they should have, and Endowments they had bestowed upon them, should be continued to them and theirs, only upon condition of their Loyalty and personal obedience (of which the tree of life was a pledge) and they should have, cc n2 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno32, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cc png32, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc j n1 (pp-f r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds dt n1) cc pns32 vmd vhi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1645 and enjoy them, or lose, and be deprived of them, as well for their offspring, as for themselves; and enjoy them, or loose, and be deprived of them, as well for their offspring, as for themselves; cc vvi pno32, cc vvi, cc vbi vvn pp-f pno32, c-acp av c-acp po32 n2, c-acp p-acp px32; (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1646 as they should keep or transgress his Royal Law. as they should keep or transgress his Royal Law. c-acp pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi po31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1647 But see how unworthily they demeaned themselves towards their Bountiful Maker and Benefactor, for whereas God placed them in Paradise, But see how unworthily they demeaned themselves towards their Bountiful Maker and Benefactor, for whereas God placed them in Paradise, cc-acp vvb c-crq av-j pns32 vvd px32 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, c-acp cs np1 vvd pno32 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1648 and gave them frée liberty to eat of the fruit of every trée of the Garden, save only of the Tree of Knowledge of good & evil, prohibiting them that alone, and gave them free liberty to eat of the fruit of every tree of the Garden, save only of the Tree of Knowledge of good & evil, prohibiting them that alone, cc vvd pno32 j n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f j cc j-jn, vvg pno32 cst av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1649 even upon pain of eternal death to them & theirs, they most persidiously contemned and brake this Law, which (as sundry circumstances that do agravate it, shew) was a most execrable and damnable Sin; even upon pain of Eternal death to them & theirs, they most perfidiously contemned and brake this Law, which (as sundry Circumstances that do aggravate it, show) was a most execrable and damnable since; av p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32 cc png32, pns32 ds av-j vvn cc vvd d n1, r-crq (c-acp j n2 cst vdb vvi pn31, n1) vbds dt av-ds j cc j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1650 as observe the several circumstances set down by Moses to amplifie the foulness of their fall: As, as observe the several Circumstances Set down by Moses to amplify the foulness of their fallen: As, c-acp vvb dt j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: c-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 99
1651 First, That they despised and made light of the promise of God, whereby they were commanded to hope for everlasting life, First, That they despised and made Light of the promise of God, whereby they were commanded to hope for everlasting life, ord, cst pns32 vvd cc vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 99
1652 so long as they continued their Loyalty and Obedience. so long as they continued their Loyalty and obedience. av av-j c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 99
1653 Secondly, There was in it an unsufferable pride and ambition, in that he could not content himself with being Lord of the whole Vniverse, Secondly, There was in it an unsufferable pride and ambition, in that he could not content himself with being Lord of the Whole Universe, ord, pc-acp vbds p-acp pn31 dt j-u n1 cc n1, p-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi px31 p-acp vbg n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 99
1654 but he must be equal unto God, and every way like his Maker. but he must be equal unto God, and every Way like his Maker. cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp np1, cc d n1 av-j po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 99
1655 Thirdly, What greater unbelief could there be? when he gave more credit to the Serpent, in saying he should not dye, Thirdly, What greater unbelief could there be? when he gave more credit to the Serpent, in saying he should not die, ord, q-crq jc n1 vmd pc-acp vbi? c-crq pns31 vvd dc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pns31 vmd xx vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 99
1656 then to God, who immediately before tells him, that if he did eat the forbidden fruit, he should surely dye. then to God, who immediately before tells him, that if he did eat the forbidden fruit, he should surely die. av p-acp np1, r-crq av-j a-acp vvz pno31, cst cs pns31 vdd vvi dt j-vvn n1, pns31 vmd av-j vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 99
1657 Fourthly, In this sin was not only unkindness, not to be paralel'd, but withal, Murder of himself and all his posterity, who he knew were to stand or fall with him. Fourthly, In this since was not only unkindness, not to be paralleled, but withal, Murder of himself and all his posterity, who he knew were to stand or fallen with him. ord, p-acp d n1 vbds xx av-j n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp av, n1 pp-f px31 cc d po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd vbdr p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 99
1658 Fifthly, Herein was foul Apostacy from God, to the Devil, to whom (in effect) charging God with Lying, Envy, Malice, &c. He revolted and adheared, rather then stick to his Maker. Fifthly, Herein was foul Apostasy from God, to the devil, to whom (in Effect) charging God with Lying, Envy, Malice, etc. He revolted and adhered, rather then stick to his Maker. ord, av vbds j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq (p-acp n1) vvg n1 p-acp vvg, n1, n1, av pns31 vvd cc vvn, av-c cs vvi p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1659 And to these might be added many the like circumstances, which exceedingly agravated the Sin of our first Parents, And to these might be added many the like Circumstances, which exceedingly aggravated the since of our First Parents, cc p-acp d vmd vbi vvn d dt j n2, r-crq av-vvg vvd dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1660 and make it so deadly in effect; and make it so deadly in Effect; cc vvi pn31 av j p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1661 for hereby it is we not onely lost our blessed Communion with God, that the Image of God after which they were created, was forthwith abolished, for hereby it is we not only lost our blessed Communion with God, that the Image of God After which they were created, was forthwith abolished, c-acp av pn31 vbz pns12 xx av-j vvn po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp np1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, vbds av vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1662 and blotted out, but that many grievous Miseries, and Punishments came in the room of it; and blotted out, but that many grievous Misery's, and Punishments Come in the room of it; cc vvd av, cc-acp cst d j ng1, cc n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1663 so that in the place of Wisdom, Power, Holiness, Truth, Righteousness, and the like: Ornaments wherewith we had been cloathed, there hath succeded these, and the like. so that in the place of Wisdom, Power, Holiness, Truth, Righteousness, and the like: Ornament wherewith we had been clothed, there hath succeeded these, and the like. av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt j: n2 c-crq pns12 vhd vbn vvn, pc-acp vhz vvd d, cc dt j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1664 This their Sin hath filled our whole man with Corruption; This their since hath filled our Whole man with Corruption; d po32 n1 vhz vvn po12 j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1665 it hath made us become Vassals unto Sin, and Satan, it hath disabled us from understanding the Will, it hath made us become Vassals unto since, and Satan, it hath disabled us from understanding the Will, pn31 vhz vvn pno12 vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc np1, pn31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvg dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1666 and observing the Commandments of the Lord, it caus'd us to lose our right unto, and observing the commandments of the Lord, it caused us to loose our right unto, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvd pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n-jn p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1667 and Soveraignty over the Creatures, it makes our persons and actions unacceptable to God, it hath cast us out of God's favour, and Sovereignty over the Creatures, it makes our Persons and actions unacceptable to God, it hath cast us out of God's favour, cc n1 p-acp dt n2, pn31 vvz po12 n2 cc n2 j p-acp np1, pn31 vhz vvn pno12 av pp-f npg1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1668 and made us liable, and subject to all the plagues and miseries of this life, and to endless, easeless, and remediless Torments in the World to come. and made us liable, and Subject to all the plagues and misery's of this life, and to endless, easeless, and remediless Torments in the World to come. cc vvd pno12 j, cc n-jn p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp j, j, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1669 And the reason is, our first Parents, being the Root of all Mankind, and instead of all their posterity before they had Issue; And the reason is, our First Parents, being the Root of all Mankind, and instead of all their posterity before they had Issue; cc dt n1 vbz, po12 ord n2, vbg dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av pp-f d po32 n1 c-acp pns32 vhd n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1670 and the Covenant being made with them as publique persons, not for themselves onely, but for their posterity, who were to stand or fall with them, they being left to the freedom of their own Wills, in Transgressing the Commandment of God, by eating the Forbidden-Fruit, through the Temptation of Satan, have made us and all Mankind descending from them by ordinary Generation, and the Covenant being made with them as public Persons, not for themselves only, but for their posterity, who were to stand or fallen with them, they being left to the freedom of their own Wills, in Transgressing the Commandment of God, by eating the Forbidden-Fruit, through the Temptation of Satan, have made us and all Mankind descending from them by ordinary Generation, cc dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, xx p-acp px32 av-j, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhb vvn pno12 cc d n1 vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1671 as guilty of their Sin, as any Heir is liable to Fathers Debt, their act being ours, as guilty of their since, as any Heir is liable to Father's Debt, their act being ours, c-acp j pp-f po32 n1, c-acp d n1 vbz j p-acp ng1 n1, po32 n1 vbg png12, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1672 as the act of a Knight or Burgess in the Parliament-House, is the act of the whole County, in whose name and room they sit, as the act of a Knight or Burgess in the Parliament-House, is the act of the Whole County, in whose name and room they fit, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1673 and whom they represent, by which means our Nature is so corrupted, that we are utterly indisposed, and whom they represent, by which means our Nature is so corrupted, that we Are utterly indisposed, cc r-crq pns32 vvi, p-acp r-crq vvz po12 n1 vbz av vvn, cst pns12 vbr av-j vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1674 and made oposite to all that is spiritually good, and wholy inclined to all evil, and made opposite to all that is spiritually good, and wholly inclined to all evil, cc vvd j-jn p-acp d cst vbz av-j j, cc av-jn vvn p-acp d n-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1675 and that continually, and have also lost our Communion with God, incurred his displeasure and Curse, and that continually, and have also lost our Communion with God, incurred his displeasure and Curse, cc cst av-j, cc vhb av vvn po12 n1 p-acp np1, vvn po31 n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1676 so as we are justly liable to all punishments both in this life, and that which is to come, so as we Are justly liable to all punishments both in this life, and that which is to come, av c-acp pns12 vbr av-j j p-acp d n2 av-d p-acp d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1677 for the confirmation of this point, these following Scriptures, amongst many others, are the most pregnant: for the confirmation of this point, these following Scriptures, among many Others, Are the most pregnant: p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, d vvg n2, p-acp d n2-jn, vbr dt av-ds j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1678 I will onely name them, because I will be brief, Jer. 31.29. Rom. 5.12, to 21. Job 14.4. Isa. 64.6. Rom. 3.20,21,22,23. Gen. 6.5,6. Mat. •5. 19. Gal. 5.19,20,21. James 4.1. Tit. • ….15. I will only name them, Because I will be brief, Jer. 31.29. Rom. 5.12, to 21. Job 14.4. Isaiah 64.6. Rom. 3.20,21,22,23. Gen. 6.5,6. Mathew •5. 19. Gal. 5.19,20,21. James 4.1. Tit. • ….15. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pno32, c-acp pns11 vmb vbi j, np1 crd. np1 crd, p-acp crd np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 n1. crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 • … crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1679 Rom. 7.14, to 25. Ephes. 2.2,3. Gal. • ….10. Rom. 7.14, to 25. Ephesians 2.2,3. Gal. • ….10. np1 crd, p-acp crd np1 crd. np1 • … crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 99
1680 Our first Parents were the Root, we are •he Branches, if the Root be bitter, we cannot •e better; Our First Parents were the Root, we Are •he Branches, if the Root be bitter, we cannot •e better; po12 ord n2 vbdr dt n1, pns12 vbr j n2, cs dt n1 vbb j, pns12 vmbx vvi jc; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1681 they were the Fountain, we are the Springs, if the Fountain be filthy, so must the •prings: they were the Fountain, we Are the Springs, if the Fountain be filthy, so must the •prings: pns32 vbdr dt n1, pns12 vbr dt n2, cs dt n1 vbb j, av vmb dt n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1682 whence it is that Holy David cries •ut; whence it is that Holy David cries •ut; c-crq pn31 vbz cst j np1 vvz av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1683 Behold I was shapen in iniquity, and in •n did my Mother conceive me, Psal. 51.5. Behold I was shapen in iniquity, and in •n did my Mother conceive me, Psalm 51.5. vvb pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 vdd po11 n1 vvb pno11, np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1684 •s in the little and tender bud is infolded the •eaf, the Blossom, and the Fruit, •s in the little and tender bud is enfolded the •eaf, the Blossom, and the Fruit, vbz p-acp dt j cc j n1 vbz vvd dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1685 so even in the •eart of a young Child, there is a Bundle and Pack of Folly laid up, so even in the •eart of a young Child, there is a Bundle and Pack of Folly laid up, av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1686 as Solomon affirms, Pro. 22.15. And as Moses speaks, The thoughts of Mans Heart are evil, as Solomon affirms, Pro 22.15. And as Moses speaks, The thoughts of men Heart Are evil, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1 vvz, dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1 vbr j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1687 even from his Child•ood, Gen. 6.5. even from his Child•ood, Gen. 6.5. av p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1688 and Gen. 8.21. As a Furnace •ontinually sparkles, as the raging Sea forms, •nd casts up mire and dirt, and Gen. 8.21. As a Furnace •ontinually sparkles, as the raging Sea forms, •nd Cast up mire and dirt, cc np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 av-j n2, c-acp dt j-vvg n1 n2, n1 vvz a-acp n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1689 and as a filthy •ung-hill does continually reak forth and eva•uate odious odours, so do our hearts Naturally stream forth unsavory erutations, unholy •usts and Motions, and as a filthy •ung-hill does continually reak forth and eva•uate odious odours, so do our hearts Naturally stream forth unsavoury erutations, unholy •usts and Motions, cc p-acp dt j n1 vdz av-j vvi av cc j-jn j n2, av vdb po12 n2 av-j n1 av j n2, j n2 cc n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1690 even continually, and as •he healthiest Body is subject to the mortalest Disease; even continually, and as •he Healthiest Body is Subject to the mortalest Disease; av av-j, cc c-acp av js n1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt js-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1691 so there is no Sin so odious, unt• which of our selves we are not sufficiently inclinable: so there is no since so odious, unt• which of our selves we Are not sufficiently inclinable: av a-acp vbz dx n1 av j, n1 r-crq pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vbr xx av-j j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1692 for Original Sin, in which we are a• born and bred, containeth in it self the séed 〈 ◊ 〉 all Sins, for Original since, in which we Are a• born and bred, Containeth in it self the seed 〈 ◊ 〉 all Sins, c-acp j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr n1 vvn cc vvn, vvz p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1 〈 sy 〉 d n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1693 and never was there any villany committed by any forlorn Miscreant, whereunto we have not a disposition in our selves. and never was there any villainy committed by any forlorn Miscreant, whereunto we have not a disposition in our selves. cc av-x vbds a-acp d n1 vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1, c-crq pns12 vhb xx dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1694 Ther• is no part, power, function, or faculty, either 〈 ◊ 〉 our Souls or Bodies, which is not become ready Instrument to dishour God, our heart are a root of all corruption, a séed-plat of all si• our Eyes are Eyes of Vanity, our Ears are Ears of Folly, our Mouths are Mouths 〈 ◊ 〉 Deceit, our Hands are Hands of Iniquity, an• every part doth strive to dishonour God; Ther• is no part, power, function, or faculty, either 〈 ◊ 〉 our Souls or Bodies, which is not become ready Instrument to dishour God, our heart Are a root of all corruption, a séed-plat of all si• our Eyes Are Eyes of Vanity, our Ears Are Ears of Folly, our Mouths Are Mouths 〈 ◊ 〉 Deceit, our Hands Are Hands of Iniquity, an• every part does strive to dishonour God; np1 vbz dx n1, n1, n1, cc n1, av-d 〈 sy 〉 po12 n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz xx vvn j n1 p-acp n1 np1, po12 n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 po12 n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, po12 n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, po12 n2 vbr n2 〈 sy 〉 n1, po12 n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, n1 d n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1695 fo• Sin like a spreading Leprosie is so grown ove• us, that from the Crown of our Heads, to th• Sole of our Féet, there is nothing whol• therein, fo• since like a spreading Leprosy is so grown ove• us, that from the Crown of our Heads, to th• Sole of our Feet, there is nothing whol• therein, n1 n1 av-j dt j-vvg n1 vbz av vvn n1 pno12, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp n1 j pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vbz pix n1 av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1696 but wounds, and swellings, and sores full of Corruption. but wounds, and swellings, and sores full of Corruption. cc-acp n2, cc n2-vvg, cc n2 j pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1697 And so much of Original Sin, which is the pravity, naughtiness, and corruption of our Nature, Psal. 51.5. Now o• actual Sin, which is the transgression of God's Law, 1 John 3.4. When evil thoughts ar• consented unto and performed in outwar• déeds, Jam. 1.15. Touching which we are t• know and take notice that the Law of God i• Spiritual, And so much of Original since, which is the pravity, naughtiness, and corruption of our Nature, Psalm 51.5. Now o• actual since, which is the Transgression of God's Law, 1 John 3.4. When evil thoughts ar• consented unto and performed in outwar• Deeds, Jam. 1.15. Touching which we Are t• know and take notice that the Law of God i• Spiritual, cc av d pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd. av n1 j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvn np1 crd. c-crq j-jn n2 n1 vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp n1 n2, np1 crd. vvg r-crq pns12 vbr n1 vvb cc vvi n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1698 and therefore requireth not onely outward obedience in Word and Déed, bu• also inward, in mind and heart, and that chiefly; and Therefore requires not only outward Obedience in Word and Deed, bu• also inward, in mind and heart, and that chiefly; cc av vvz xx av-j j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 av j, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc cst av-jn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1699 neither doth it forbid onely the committing •f outward Sins in Word and Déed, but also all the secret Corruptions and Heart, Rom. 7. •3,14,15. Mat. 5.21,22,27,28. 1 John 3.15. neither does it forbid only the committing •f outward Sins in Word and Deed, but also all the secret Corruptions and Heart, Rom. 7. •3,14,15. Mathew 5.21,22,27,28. 1 John 3.15. d vdz pn31 vvi av-j dt vvg n1 j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp av d dt j-jn n2 cc n1, np1 crd n1. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1700 •gain, where any Duty is commanded, there •e means which tend thereunto is enjoyned, •nd where any vice is forbidden, there the Occasions, Provocations, •gain, where any Duty is commanded, there •e means which tend thereunto is enjoined, •nd where any vice is forbidden, there the Occasions, Provocations, av, c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi n2 r-crq vvb av vbz vvn, vvb c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, a-acp dt n2, n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1701 and Allurements, •nding thereto, are also forbidden. Again, it 〈 ◊ 〉 not enough to do that which is good for sub•ance, and Allurements, •nding thereto, Are also forbidden. Again, it 〈 ◊ 〉 not enough to do that which is good for sub•ance, cc n2, vvg av, vbr av vvn. av, pn31 〈 sy 〉 xx av-d pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1702 except we do it well also in regard of •f Circumstances; except we do it well also in regard of •f circumstances; c-acp pns12 vdb pn31 av av p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1703 as namely, that it flows from 〈 ◊ 〉 pious and good Heart, Sanctified by the Holy Ghost, as namely, that it flows from 〈 ◊ 〉 pious and good Heart, Sanctified by the Holy Ghost, c-acp av, cst pn31 vvz p-acp 〈 sy 〉 j cc j n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1704 and be done in Faith, Obedience 〈 ◊ 〉 the Word, Humility, Saving-Knowledge, •nd sincere love to God, zeal of his Glory, and 〈 ◊ 〉 desire to edifie and win others, and be done in Faith, obedience 〈 ◊ 〉 the Word, Humility, Saving-knowledge, •nd sincere love to God, zeal of his Glory, and 〈 ◊ 〉 desire to edify and win Others, cc vbi vdn p-acp n1, np1-n 〈 sy 〉 dt n1, n1, n1, vvb j n1 p-acp np1, n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc 〈 sy 〉 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1705 for Love is • … e Fountain of Obedience, and all eternal Obedience to God, without inward love, is Hypocrisie, for Love is • … e Fountain of obedience, and all Eternal obedience to God, without inward love, is Hypocrisy, p-acp n1 vbz • … sy n1 pp-f n1, cc d j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp j n1, vbz n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1706 whereas Christ commends to his Disciples, the care of kéeping his Commandments aright, as the utmost Testimony of their love unto him: whereas christ commends to his Disciples, the care of keeping his commandments aright, as the utmost Testimony of their love unto him: cs np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f vvg po31 n2 av, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1707 which being so, how • … ft, and how many ways do we all offend? for •f we but narrowly look into our hearts, which being so, how • … ft, and how many ways do we all offend? for •f we but narrowly look into our hearts, r-crq vbg av, uh-crq • … zz, cc c-crq d n2 vdb pns12 d vvi? p-acp n1 pns12 p-acp av-j vvb p-acp po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1708 and • … ves, we shall easily perceive that there is •ot one of those Righteous Precepts set down, Exod. 20, Which we have not broken ten thousand times; and • … ves, we shall Easily perceive that there is •ot one of those Righteous Precepts Set down, Exod 20, Which we have not broken ten thousand times; cc • … zz, pns12 vmb av-j vvi cst pc-acp vbz vvn crd pp-f d j n2 vvn a-acp, np1 crd, r-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn crd crd n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1709 yea, if we do but watch ove• our own hearts narrowly one day, we shall fin• an Army of unclean thoughts and desire• there perpetually, fighting against our Souls whereby we are continually tempted, draw• away, yea, if we do but watch ove• our own hearts narrowly one day, we shall fin• an Army of unclean thoughts and desire• there perpetually, fighting against our Souls whereby we Are continually tempted, draw• away, uh, cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi n1 po12 d n2 av-j crd n1, pns12 vmb n1 dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n1 a-acp av-j, vvg p-acp po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbr av-j vvn, n1 av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1710 and enticed through our own Concupiscence: as, how many Temptations com• in by those sinck-ports, the Sences. and enticed through our own Concupiscence: as, how many Temptations com• in by those sink-ports, the Senses. cc vvd p-acp po12 d n1: c-acp, c-crq d n2 n1 p-acp p-acp d n2, dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1711 How many more by Satans injections, presenting t• the affections things absent from the Sences but most of all by Lust it self, a thing not created, How many more by Satan injections, presenting t• the affections things absent from the Senses but most of all by Lust it self, a thing not created, c-crq d dc p-acp npg1 n2, vvg n1 dt n2 n2 j p-acp dt n2 p-acp ds pp-f d p-acp n1 pn31 n1, dt n1 xx vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1712 yet as quick as thought, tumbling ove• a thousand desires in one hour, to engende• •ew Sins, which is the reason our Sins accounted amongst those things that are infinit• as the Hairs of our Head, the Sands of th• Sea, the Stars of Heaven, our very Righteousness is as a menstruous cloath, what the is our sinfulness, yet as quick as Thought, tumbling ove• a thousand Desires in one hour, to engende• •ew Sins, which is the reason our Sins accounted among those things that Are infinit• as the Hairs of our Head, the Sands of th• Sea, the Stars of Heaven, our very Righteousness is as a menstruous cloth, what the is our sinfulness, av c-acp j c-acp n1, vvg n1 dt crd n2 p-acp crd n1, p-acp n1 j n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 po12 n2 vvn p-acp d n2 cst vbr n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, po12 j n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av vbz po12 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1713 as bring we our Lives t• the Rule, look how many sins are cherished so many false Gods there are chosen; as bring we our Lives t• the Rule, look how many Sins Are cherished so many false God's there Are chosen; c-acp vvb pns12 po12 n2 n1 dt n1, vvb c-crq d n2 vbr vvn av d j n2 pc-acp vbr vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1714 look how many Creatures thou inordinately lovest fearest, trustest, rejoycest in, so many new God hast thou Coyned, look how many Creatures thou inordinately Lovest Fearest, trustest, Rejoicest in, so many new God hast thou Coined, vvb c-crq d n2 pns21 av-j vv2 vv2, vv2, vv2 p-acp, av d j np1 vh2 pns21 j-vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1715 and wilt thou not then plea guilty, when the first and second Commandment arraigneth thee? thou canst not awa• with Swearing, and wilt thou not then plea guilty, when the First and second Commandment arraigneth thee? thou Canst not awa• with Swearing, cc vm2 pns21 xx av n1 j, c-crq dt ord cc ord n1 vvz pno21? pns21 vm2 xx n1 p-acp vvg, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1716 but dost thou reprove other for their Swearing, didst thou never hea• Sermon unpreparedly, irreverently? &c. Do• thy Heart upon a Sabath-day, rest from Worldly thoughts, much more thy Tongue, •om Worldly Spéeches? Hast thou not mur•ered thy Neighbours Soul, by thy Negli•ence, Perswasion, Evil-example? &c. There 〈 ◊ 〉 Murther of the Heart, which is Hatred and Malice. but dost thou reprove other for their Swearing, didst thou never hea• Sermon unpreparedly, irreverently? etc. Do• thy Heart upon a Sabbath-day, rest from Worldly thoughts, much more thy Tongue, •om Worldly Speeches? Hast thou not mur•ered thy Neighbours Soul, by thy Negli•ence, Persuasion, Evil-example? etc. There 〈 ◊ 〉 Murder of the Heart, which is Hatred and Malice. cc-acp vd2 pns21 vvi j-jn p-acp po32 vvg, vdd2 pns21 av-x n1 n1 av-vvn, av-j? av np1 po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp j n2, av-d av-dc po21 n1, av j n2? vh2 pns21 xx vvn po21 ng1 n1, p-acp po21 n1, n1, n1? av a-acp 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1717 Thou hast not Stoln, but hast thou •o• Coveted, hast thou béen liberal to those •t are owners of a part of thy Goods? hast •ou not rob'd thy Brother of his good name, •hich is above Silver and Gold, hast thou •ot rob'd God of his Worship, of his Sabath, •f his Tithes? &c. Hast thou not born false wit•ess, by Lying, Flattering, Detracting, List•ing to Tales: Thou hast not Stolen, but hast thou •o• Coveted, hast thou been liberal to those •t Are owners of a part of thy Goods? hast •ou not robbed thy Brother of his good name, •hich is above Silver and Gold, hast thou •ot robbed God of his Worship, of his Sabbath, •f his Tithes? etc. Hast thou not born false wit•ess, by Lying, Flattering, Detracting, List•ing to Tales: pns21 vh2 xx vvn, cc-acp vh2 pns21 n1 vvn, vh2 pns21 vbn j p-acp d n1 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n2-j? vvb vvb xx vvn po21 n1 pp-f po31 j n1, j vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, vh2 pns21 vvn vvn np1 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 np1, av po31 n2? av vh2 pns21 xx vvn j n1, p-acp vvg, j-vvg, n-vvg, vvg p-acp n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1718 yea, by not defending thy •rothers good name? hast thou kept the tenth Commandment, which condemns the very first •otions of Sins, springing out of our hearts, •ough presently rejected, yea, by not defending thy •rothers good name? hast thou kept the tenth Commandment, which condemns the very First •otions of Sins, springing out of our hearts, •ough presently rejected, uh, p-acp xx vvg po21 n2 j n1? vh2 pns21 vvn dt ord n1, r-crq vvz dt av ord n2 pp-f n2, vvg av pp-f po12 n2, av-d av-j vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1719 and a thousand the •ke? and yet for every drop of Wickedness •hat is in the life, there is a Sea in the heart •hat féeds it. and a thousand the •ke? and yet for every drop of Wickedness •hat is in the life, there is a Sea in the heart •hat feeds it. cc dt crd dt n1? cc av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 av vbz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av vvz pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1720 True, if thou lookest on thy Sins 〈 ◊ 〉 Satans false Glass, that will make them •eem light, and contemptible; True, if thou Lookest on thy Sins 〈 ◊ 〉 Satan false Glass, that will make them •eem Light, and contemptible; j, cs pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 n2 〈 sy 〉 npg1 j n1, cst vmb vvi pno32 vvi n1, cc j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1721 but behold •hem in the clear and perfect Glass of God's •aw, and they will appear abominable; but behold •hem in the clear and perfect Glass of God's •aw, and they will appear abominable; cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1722 which makes our Saviour call, Hatred, Murther, 〈 ◊ 〉 wanton Eye, Adultery, &c. Yea, consider •hy Sins rightly, which makes our Saviour call, Hatred, Murder, 〈 ◊ 〉 wanton Eye, Adultery, etc. Yea, Consider •hy Sins rightly, r-crq vvz po12 n1 vvi, n1, n1, 〈 sy 〉 j-jn n1, n1, av uh, vvb j n2 av-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1723 and they will appear as the Judasses that betrayed the Souldiers tha• apprehended, bound, smote, and they will appear as the Judases that betrayed the Soldiers tha• apprehended, bound, smote, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvz cst vvd dt ng1 n1 vvn, vvn, vvd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1724 and wounded thy Saviour, as the Gall and Vinegar in his Mouth, the Spittle on his Face, Thorns o• his Head, Nails in his hands, Sp•ar in his side. and wounded thy Saviour, as the Gall and Vinegar in his Mouth, the Spittle on his Face, Thorns o• his Head, Nails in his hands, Sp•ar in his side. cc vvn po21 n1, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, n2 n1 po31 n1, n2 p-acp po31 n2, vvb p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1725 This is the way to know •hy self sinful, and as thus to know thy self, is the bes• Divinity; This is the Way to know •hy self sinful, and as thus to know thy self, is the bes• Divinity; d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 j, cc c-acp av pc-acp vvi po21 n1, vbz dt n1 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1726 so thus to agravate thy Sins in thine own sight, is the only way to have them extenuated in the sight of God, whence it is, that the more holy a Child of God is, the more sensible he is of his own unholiness, thinking none so vile as himself, so thus to aggravate thy Sins in thine own sighed, is the only Way to have them extenuated in the sighed of God, whence it is, that the more holy a Child of God is, the more sensible he is of his own unholiness, thinking none so vile as himself, av av pc-acp vvi po21 n2 p-acp po21 d n1, vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vhi pno32 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vbz, cst dt av-dc j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz pp-f po31 d n1, vvg pix av j c-acp px31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1727 as it fared with Holy Job, Job 40.4. and 42.6. And with Isaiah in the 6 Chap. 5. Verse. And with St. Paul, 1 Tim. 1.15. Rom. 7.14, to 25. And with holy David who almost in every Psalm, so much bewails his Sins, Original and Actual, of Omision and Commission. as it fared with Holy Job, Job 40.4. and 42.6. And with Isaiah in the 6 Chap. 5. Verse. And with Saint Paul, 1 Tim. 1.15. Rom. 7.14, to 25. And with holy David who almost in every Psalm, so much bewails his Sins, Original and Actual, of Omision and Commission. c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp j np1, np1 crd. cc crd. cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt crd np1 crd n1. cc p-acp n1 np1, crd np1 crd. np1 crd, p-acp crd cc p-acp j np1 r-crq av p-acp d n1, av d vvz po31 n2, j-jn cc j, pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1728 And so having given you a short Survey of our Wretchedness, by reason of Original Corruption, And so having given you a short Survey of our Wretchedness, by reason of Original Corruption, cc av vhg vvn pn22 dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1729 and Actual Transgression, by which we must confess to have deserved double damnation. and Actual Transgression, by which we must confess to have deserved double damnation. cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1730 I come now to declare the means, which God of his infinite goodness hath found out, both for satisfying of his Iustice, I come now to declare the means, which God of his infinite Goodness hath found out, both for satisfying of his justice, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt n2, r-crq n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vhz vvn av, av-d p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1731 and also fréeing us the Guilt and punishment of either, and that with as much brevity as may be. and also freeing us the Gilded and punishment of either, and that with as much brevity as may be. cc av vvg pno12 dt j-vvn cc n1 pp-f d, cc cst p-acp a-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vbi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 99
1732 First, In general we must undoubtedly know that the sole perfection of a Christian is the im•itation of Christ's righteousness, First, In general we must undoubtedly know that the sole perfection of a Christian is the im•itation of Christ's righteousness, ord, p-acp n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi cst dt j n1 pp-f dt njp vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1733 and the nor•putation of his own righteousness, as appears 〈 ◊ 〉 the whole current of Scripture: and the nor•putation of his own righteousness, as appears 〈 ◊ 〉 the Whole current of Scripture: cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, c-acp vvz 〈 sy 〉 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1734 of which a •w, 1 Cor. 15.21,22. As in Adam all dyed, so 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ shall all be made alive, Rom. 5.18,19. •s by one mans disobedience, many were made •inners, of which a •w, 1 Cor. 15.21,22. As in Adam all died, so 〈 ◊ 〉 christ shall all be made alive, Rom. 5.18,19. •s by one men disobedience, many were made •inners, pp-f r-crq dt n1, vvn np1 crd. c-acp p-acp np1 d vvn, av 〈 sy 〉 np1 vmb d vbi vvn j, np1 crd. vbz p-acp crd ng1 n1, d vbdr vvn n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1735 so by the obedience of one, shall many 〈 ◊ 〉 made righteous: so by the Obedience of one, shall many 〈 ◊ 〉 made righteous: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, vmb d 〈 sy 〉 vvd j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1736 as by the offence of one, •dgment came upon all men to condemnation, •hen so by the righteousness of one, the frée gift •me upon all men to justification of life, 2 Cor. • … 21. He hath made him to be sin for us, who •ew no sin, that we might be made the righte•sness of God in him, Rom. 4.25. He was de•ered to death for our Sins, as by the offence of one, •dgment Come upon all men to condemnation, •hen so by the righteousness of one, the free gift •me upon all men to justification of life, 2 Cor. • … 21. He hath made him to be since for us, who •ew no since, that we might be made the righte•sness of God in him, Rom. 4.25. He was de•ered to death for our Sins, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, n1 vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, dt j n1 vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 • … crd pns31 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vvd dx n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd. pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1737 and is risen again 〈 ◊ 〉 our Iustification, 1 Pet. 2.24. Who his •on self bear our sins in his own body on the •rée, by whose stripes we are healed, Isa. 53.5. •e was Wounded for our Transgressions, 〈 ◊ 〉 was broken for our Iniquities, the cha•sement of our peace was upon him, and is risen again 〈 ◊ 〉 our Justification, 1 Pet. 2.24. Who his •on self bear our Sins in his own body on the •rée, by whose stripes we Are healed, Isaiah 53.5. •e was Wounded for our Transgressions, 〈 ◊ 〉 was broken for our Iniquities, the cha•sement of our peace was upon him, cc vbz vvn av 〈 sy 〉 po12 n1, vvn np1 crd. r-crq po31 j n1 vvi po12 n2 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns12 vbr vvn, np1 crd. n1 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n2, 〈 sy 〉 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbds p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1738 and •ith his stripes we are healed; see further in •cts 4.12. Rom. 6.23. John 11.25. Ephes. • … 1 John 4.16. John 1.29. Acts 13.39. Col. • … 14. Gal. 3.22. Heb. 9.28. 1 Pet. 1.18,19,20. •s Christ was a Sinner onely by the Impu•tion of our sins, so we are just, onely by the •mputation of his Righteousness: and •ith his stripes we Are healed; see further in •cts 4.12. Rom. 6.23. John 11.25. Ephesians • … 1 John 4.16. John 1.29. Acts 13.39. Col. • … 14. Gal. 3.22. Hebrew 9.28. 1 Pet. 1.18,19,20. •s christ was a Sinner only by the Impu•tion of our Sins, so we Are just, only by the •mputation of his Righteousness: cc av po31 n2 pns12 vbr vvn; vvb av-jc p-acp vvz crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 • … crd np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 • … crd np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. vvz np1 vbds dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av pns12 vbr j, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1739 our good Works, be they never so many and rare, cannot justifie us, or deserve any thing at God's hands, it is onely in Christ that they are accepted, our good Works, be they never so many and rare, cannot justify us, or deserve any thing At God's hands, it is only in christ that they Are accepted, po12 j vvz, vbb pns32 av-x av d cc j, vmbx vvi pno12, cc vvi d n1 p-acp npg1 n2, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp np1 cst pns32 vbr vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1740 and onely in Christ that they are rewarded; and only in christ that they Are rewarded; cc av-j p-acp np1 cst pns32 vbr vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1741 yea, the opinion of thine own righteousness makes thy condition far worse than the wickedest man alive; yea, the opinion of thine own righteousness makes thy condition Far Worse than the wickedest man alive; uh, dt n1 pp-f po21 d n1 vvz po21 n1 av-j av-jc cs dt js n1 j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1742 for Christ that came to save all weary and heavy laden Sinners, be they never so wicked, for christ that Come to save all weary and heavy laden Sinners, be they never so wicked, p-acp np1 cst vvd pc-acp vvi d j cc j vvn n2, vbb pns32 av-x av j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1743 neither came to save or once to call thée that hast no sin, but art righteous enough without him. neither Come to save or once to call thee that hast no since, but art righteous enough without him. av-dx vvd pc-acp vvi cc a-acp pc-acp vvi pno21 cst vh2 dx n1, cc-acp n1 j av-d p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1744 Therefore unti• with St. Paul thou renounceth thine own righteousness, and séest thy self the greatest of siners, art able to discern sin in every thing thou canst think, speak, or do; Therefore unti• with Saint Paul thou Renounceth thine own righteousness, and See thy self the greatest of Sinners, art able to discern since in every thing thou Canst think, speak, or do; av n1 p-acp n1 np1 pns21 vvz po21 d n1, cc vv2 po21 n1 dt js pp-f n2, vb2r j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 pns21 vm2 vvi, vvb, cc vdb; (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1745 and that thy very righteousness is no beter then menstruous cloath, thou canst have no part in Christ, and that thy very righteousness is no beter then menstruous cloth, thou Canst have no part in christ, cc cst po21 j n1 vbz av-dx av-jc cs j n1, pns21 vm2 vhi dx n1 p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1746 and until Christ shall become thine by regeneration and a lively faith, thou art bound to kéep the whole Law actually and spiritually, with thy whole man, thy whole life, and until christ shall become thine by regeneration and a lively faith, thou art bound to keep the Whole Law actually and spiritually, with thy Whole man, thy Whole life, cc c-acp np1 vmb vvi po21 p-acp n1 cc dt j n1, pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 av-j cc av-j, p-acp po21 j-jn n1, po21 j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1747 or else suffer eternal death & destruction of soul and body in hell, for not kéeping it. or Else suffer Eternal death & destruction of soul and body in hell, for not keeping it. cc av vvb j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp xx vvg pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1748 But this being a main fundamental point, which every man is bound to know, I will more particularly, But this being a main fundamental point, which every man is bound to know, I will more particularly, p-acp d vbg dt j j n1, r-crq d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb av-dc av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1749 and fully explain it, as thus. and Fully explain it, as thus. cc av-j vvi pn31, c-acp av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1750 Man being in a most miserable and undone condition, by reason of Original and Actual Sin, Man being in a most miserable and undone condition, by reason of Original and Actual since, n1 vbg p-acp dt av-ds j cc vvn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn cc j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1751 and of the Curse due to both, being liable to all miseries in this life, and of the Curse due to both, being liable to all misery's in this life, cc pp-f dt n1 j-jn p-acp d, vbg j p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1752 and adjudged to suffer Eternal Torments in Hell after Death, having no possibility to escape the fierce Wrath of Almighty God, who had already pronounced Sentence upon him, and adjudged to suffer Eternal Torments in Hell After Death, having no possibility to escape the fierce Wrath of Almighty God, who had already pronounced Sentence upon him, cc vvd pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vhg dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f j-jn np1, r-crq vhd av vvn n1 p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1753 when neither Heaven nor Earth could have yeilded any satisfactory thing besides Christ, that could have satisfied God's justice, and merited Heaven for us. when neither Heaven nor Earth could have yielded any satisfactory thing beside christ, that could have satisfied God's Justice, and merited Heaven for us. c-crq dx n1 ccx n1 vmd vhi vvn d j n1 p-acp np1, cst vmd vhi vvn npg1 n1, cc j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12. (12) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 99
1754 Then, O then, God of his infinite Wisdom and Goodness, did not only find out a way to satisfie his Iustice, Then, Oh then, God of his infinite Wisdom and goodness, did not only find out a Way to satisfy his justice, av, uh av, np1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, vdd xx av-j vvi av dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1755 and the Law, but even gave us his own Son out of his bosom, and his Son gave himself to dye, and the Law, but even gave us his own Son out of his bosom, and his Son gave himself to die, cc dt n1, cc-acp av vvd pno12 po31 d n1 av pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1756 even the most shameful, painful, and cursed death of the Cross, to redéem us, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life. even the most shameful, painful, and cursed death of the Cross, to Redeem us, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life. av dt av-ds j, j, cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1757 Which Salvation stands in two things. First, in freeing and delivering us from Hell. Secondly, in the possession of Heaven and eternal Life. Which Salvation Stands in two things. First, in freeing and delivering us from Hell. Secondly, in the possession of Heaven and Eternal Life. r-crq n1 vvz p-acp crd n2. ord, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno12 p-acp n1. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1758 Christ by his death merits the first for us, and by his obedience fulfilling the Law, merits the second. christ by his death merits the First for us, and by his Obedience fulfilling the Law, merits the second. np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dt ord p-acp pno12, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvg dt n1, vvz dt ord. (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1759 Hear this all you that care to be saved, God will pardon all your Sins, he will give you an eternal Crown of Glory in Heaven, Hear this all you that care to be saved, God will pardon all your Sins, he will give you an Eternal Crown of Glory in Heaven, np1 d d pn22 cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 vmb vvi d po22 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1760 if you unfeignedly repent, and wholly rely upon Christ for your Salvation, by a lively Faith, if you unfeignedly Repent, and wholly rely upon christ for your Salvation, by a lively Faith, cs pn22 av-j vvb, cc av-jn vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po22 n1, p-acp dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1761 and that because he is just, for although the Lord cannot in justice let sin go unpunished, and that Because he is just, for although the Lord cannot in Justice let since go unpunished, cc d c-acp pns31 vbz j, c-acp cs dt n1 vmbx p-acp n1 vvb n1 vvi j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1762 for the wages of sin is eternal death, Rom. 6.23. Death in the person, if not in the surety, for the wages of since is Eternal death, Rom. 6.23. Death in the person, if not in the surety, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz j n1, np1 crd. n1 p-acp dt n1, cs xx p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1763 yet Christ hath sufficiently satisfied for all the sins of the faithful, and paid their debt even to the utmost farthing, as is evident by, Isa. 53.4,5. 2 Cor. 5.21. Heb. 9.29. 1 Pet. 2.24. Rom. 3.25,26. And sundry other places: yet christ hath sufficiently satisfied for all the Sins of the faithful, and paid their debt even to the utmost farthing, as is evident by, Isaiah 53.4,5. 2 Cor. 5.21. Hebrew 9.29. 1 Pet. 2.24. Rom. 3.25,26. And sundry other places: av np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvd po32 n1 av p-acp dt j n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp, np1 crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd. cc j j-jn n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1764 as we are bound to perform perfect obedience to the Law: Christ performed it for us: as we Are bound to perform perfect Obedience to the Law: christ performed it for us: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1: np1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno12: (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1765 were we for disobedience subject to the sentence of condemation, the curse of the Law, were we for disobedience Subject to the sentence of condemnation, the curse of the Law, vbdr pns12 p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1766 and death of body and soul? he was condemned for us, and bore the curse of the Law, he dyed in our stead an ignominious death: and death of body and soul? he was condemned for us, and boar the curse of the Law, he died in our stead an ignominious death: cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n1 dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1767 did he deserve the anger of God? he endured his fathers wrathful displeasure, that he might reconcile us to his Father, and set us at liberty; did he deserve the anger of God? he endured his Father's wrathful displeasure, that he might reconcile us to his Father, and Set us At liberty; vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? pns31 vvd po31 ng1 j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1768 therefore was the Son of God made the Son of Man, that the Sons of Men might be made the Sons of God. Therefore was the Son of God made the Son of Man, that the Sons of Men might be made the Sons of God. av vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 99
1769 And so much for explication of the 3 Principles mentioned in the beginning. But now comes the hardest part of my Work to be performed; And so much for explication of the 3 Principles mentioned in the beginning. But now comes the Hardest part of my Work to be performed; cc av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f dt crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1. p-acp av vvz dt js n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1770 for admit the natural man be convinced of the truth of these thrée fundamental Principles never so clearly, for admit the natural man be convinced of the truth of these thrée fundamental Principles never so clearly, c-acp vvb dt j n1 vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d crd j n2 av-x av av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1771 yet he will draw such a conclusion from the promises, that he will never be the better for what hath been told him, yet he will draw such a conclusion from the promises, that he will never be the better for what hath been told him, av pns31 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cst pns31 vmb av-x vbi dt jc p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1772 yea, he will deceit all, even the mercy and goodness of God into poyson, for what will such a one suggest to himself, the Devil helping forward? Let it be granted, will he say that I were every way wretched and miserable, a great sinner, both originally and actually, yea, he will deceit all, even the mercy and Goodness of God into poison, for what will such a one suggest to himself, the devil helping forward? Let it be granted, will he say that I were every Way wretched and miserable, a great sinner, both originally and actually, uh, pns31 vmb n1 av-d, av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq vmb d dt pi vvb p-acp px31, dt n1 vvg av-j? vvb pn31 vbi vvn, vmb pns31 vvi cst pns11 vbdr d n1 j cc j, dt j n1, av-d av-j cc av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1773 and likewise liable to all the plagues of this life, and of that to come, and likewise liable to all the plagues of this life, and of that to come, cc av j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1774 yet I I thank God I am well enough, so long as Christ hath paid my ransom, yet I I thank God I am well enough, so long as christ hath paid my ransom, av pns11 pns11 vvb np1 pns11 vbm av av-d, av av-j c-acp np1 vhz vvn po11 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1775 and fréed me from all, by a new Covenant, the Tenure whereof is, Believe and Live; whereas at first it was, Do this and Live: To which I answer, and freed me from all, by a new Covenant, the Tenure whereof is, Believe and Live; whereas At First it was, Do this and Live: To which I answer, cc vvd pno11 p-acp d, p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 c-crq vbz, vvb cc vvb; cs p-acp ord pn31 vbds, vdb d cc vvb: p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1776 although Christ in the Gospel hath many large and precious promises, yet there are none so general, which are not limited with the condition of faith, although christ in the Gospel hath many large and precious promises, yet there Are none so general, which Are not limited with the condition of faith, cs np1 p-acp dt n1 vhz d j cc j n2, av a-acp vbr pix av j, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1777 and the fruit thereof, unfeigned repentance, and each of them are so entailed, that none can lay claim to them but true believers, which repent and turn from all their sins to serve him in Holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord, Heb. 12.24. •sa. 59.20. and the fruit thereof, unfeigned Repentance, and each of them Are so entailed, that none can lay claim to them but true believers, which Repent and turn from all their Sins to serve him in Holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord, Hebrew 12.24. •sa. 59.20. cc dt n1 av, j n1, cc d pp-f pno32 vbr av vvn, cst pix vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, r-crq vvb cc vvi p-acp d po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd. n1. crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1778 As for instance, our Saviour hath made publique proclamation, Mark 16.16. That whosoever shall believe and be baptized; As for instance, our Saviour hath made public proclamation, Mark 16.16. That whosoever shall believe and be baptised; c-acp p-acp n1, po12 n1 vhz vvn j n1, vvb crd. cst r-crq vmb vvi cc vbi vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1779 but mark what withal is added, he that will not believe shall be damned. but mark what withal is added, he that will not believe shall be damned. cc-acp vvb r-crq av vbz vvn, pns31 cst vmb xx vvi vmb vbi vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1780 Again, John 3.15,16. God so loved the world, that he gave his only begoten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life; Again, John 3.15,16. God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life; av, np1 crd. np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1781 and that •one may deceive themselves, he addeth, he •hat believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed on the onely begoten Son of God. and that •one may deceive themselves, he adds, he •hat Believeth not is condemned already, Because he hath not believed on the only begotten Son of God. cc cst av-j vmb vvi px32, pns31 vvz, pns31 av vvz xx vbz vvn av, c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp dt av-j vvn n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1782 Again, Heb. 5.19. He is said to •t the Author of eternal Salvation, to them that •hey him, not unto them which continue in their •ebellious wickedness, Again, Hebrew 5.19. He is said to •t the Author of Eternal Salvation, to them that •hey him, not unto them which continue in their •ebellious wickedness, av, np1 crd. pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp pno32 d n1 pno31, xx p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp po32 j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1783 and never submit themselves to be ruled by the Scepter of his Word: Christ's blood w•s shed, as well for ablation, as • … solution; and never submit themselves to be ruled by the Sceptre of his Word: Christ's blood w•s shed, as well for ablation, as • … solution; cc av-x vvb px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: npg1 n1 vbz vvn, c-acp av c-acp n1, c-acp • … n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1784 as well to cleanse from the soil and filth of sin, as to clear and assoil from the guilt of sin, Rom. 6.5,6. God hath chosen us in Christ, as well to cleanse from the soil and filth of since, as to clear and assoil from the guilt of since, Rom. 6.5,6. God hath chosen us in christ, c-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1785 before the foundation of the World, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love, Ephes. 1.4. They therefore that never come to be holy were never chosen. before the Foundation of the World, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love, Ephesians 1.4. They Therefore that never come to be holy were never chosen. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi j cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns32 av cst av-x vvb pc-acp vbi j vbdr av vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1786 He is said to have given himself for us, that he might redéem us from all iniquity, He is said to have given himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn px31 p-acp pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1787 and purge us to be a peculiar people unto himself, zealous of good Works, Tit. 2.14. Luke 1.74,75. and purge us to be a peculiar people unto himself, zealous of good Works, Tit. 2.14. Luke 1.74,75. cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp px31, j pp-f j vvz, np1 crd. np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1788 Yea, the Lord binds it with an Oath, that whosoever he redéemeth out of the hands of their spiritual enemies, they shall worship him in holiness and righteousness all the days of their life. Yea, the Lord binds it with an Oath, that whosoever he Redeemeth out of the hands of their spiritual enemies, they shall worship him in holiness and righteousness all the days of their life. uh, dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst r-crq pns31 vvz av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 j n2, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1789 And the Grace of God which bringeth salvation, teacheth us, that we should deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, And the Grace of God which brings salvation, Teaches us, that we should deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, vvz pno12, cst pns12 vmd vvi n1 cc j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1790 and that we should live soberly, righteously, and Godly in this present World, Tit. 2.12. By all which is plain, that as Christs Blood is a Chartar of Pardon, and that we should live soberly, righteously, and Godly in this present World, Tit. 2.12. By all which is plain, that as Christ Blood is a Charter of Pardon, cc cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j, av-j, cc j p-acp d j n1, np1 crd. p-acp d r-crq vbz j, cst c-acp npg1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1791 so withal it is a Covenant of Direction, and he that refuseth to live, as the Covenant prescribes, may perish as a Malefactor, that is hanged with a Pardo• about his Neck. so withal it is a Covenant of Direction, and he that Refuseth to live, as the Covenant prescribes, may perish as a Malefactor, that is hanged with a Pardo• about his Neck. av av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 cst vvz pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvz, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1792 But alas, say what can be said, carnal men who love their sins, better the• their Souls will answer all, But alas, say what can be said, carnal men who love their Sins, better the• their Souls will answer all, p-acp uh, vvb r-crq vmb vbi vvn, j n2 r-crq vvb po32 n2, jc n1 po32 n2 vmb vvi d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1793 yea, confute what soever can be alledged, with God is Merciful• or in case that will not serve, yea, confute what soever can be alleged, with God is Merciful• or in case that will not serve, uh, vvi r-crq av vmb vbi vvn, p-acp np1 vbz np1 cc p-acp n1 cst vmb xx vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1794 yet they have another shift, the Devil blinds them, and makes the• believe they have a strong faith, good hearts, an• mean well, they repent of their Sins, have as good wishes and desires as can be, are Elected, hope to go to Heaven as well as the best. yet they have Another shift, the devil blinds them, and makes the• believe they have a strong faith, good hearts, an• mean well, they Repent of their Sins, have as good wishes and Desires as can be, Are Elected, hope to go to Heaven as well as the best. av pns32 vhb j-jn n1, dt n1 vvz pno32, cc vvz n1 vvb pns32 vhb dt j n1, j n2, n1 vvb av, pns32 vvb pp-f po32 n2, vhb p-acp j n2 cc n2 c-acp vmb vbi, vbr vvn, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp dt js. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1795 But to every of these I will answer: But to every of these I will answer: p-acp p-acp d pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi: (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1796 First, True faith purifieth the heart, and worketh by Love, consumeth our corruptions, and sanctifieth the whole man throughout, First, True faith Purifieth the heart, and works by Love, consumeth our corruptions, and Sanctifieth the Whole man throughout, ord, j n1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, vvz po12 n2, cc vvz dt j-jn n1 a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1797 so that our faith to God, is séen by our faithfulness to men; our invisible belief, by our visible life; so that our faith to God, is seen by our faithfulness to men; our invisible belief, by our visible life; av cst po12 n1 p-acp np1, vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n2; po12 j n1, p-acp po12 j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1798 Faith and Holiness are as inseperable as Life and Motion, the Sun and Light, Fire and Heat, Honey and Swéetness. Faith and Holiness Are as inseparable as Life and Motion, the Sun and Light, Fire and Heat, Honey and Sweetness. n1 cc n1 vbr a-acp j c-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1799 Again, Faith believeth the threats of the Word, as well as the promises. Now thou who pretendest Faith in the promises, shew me thy belief in the Threatnings; Again, Faith Believeth the Treats of the Word, as well as the promises. Now thou who pretendest Faith in the promises, show me thy belief in the Threatenings; av, n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n2. av pns21 r-crq vv2 n1 p-acp dt n2, vvb pno11 po21 n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1800 for didst thou believe the truth of these Menaces which God hath denounced against Vnclean, Covetous, Ambitious, Vnjust, Envious, Malicious Persons, and such like Sinners; for didst thou believe the truth of these Menaces which God hath denounced against Unclean, Covetous, Ambitious, Unjust, Envious, Malicious Persons, and such like Sinners; p-acp vdd2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp j-u, j, j, j, j, j n2, cc d j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1801 how durst thou then wa•low in these Sins, that if God instead of Hell, had promised Heaven as a reward, thou couldst not do more then thou dost, how durst thou then wa•low in these Sins, that if God instead of Hell, had promised Heaven as a reward, thou Couldst not do more then thou dost, q-crq vv2 pns21 av vvi p-acp d n2, cst cs np1 av pp-f n1, vhd vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vmd2 xx vdi av-dc cs pns21 vd2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1802 why shouldest thou deceive thy self with an opinion of Faith, when indeed thou believest not so much as the Devil does, why Shouldst thou deceive thy self with an opinion of Faith, when indeed thou Believest not so much as the devil does, q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq av pns21 vv2 xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 vdz, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1803 for he believes, namely the threatnings of the Word, and trembles for horror, Jam. 2.19. Again, Faith is wrought by God's Spirit, for he believes, namely the threatenings of the Word, and trembles for horror, Jam. 2.19. Again, Faith is wrought by God's Spirit, c-acp pns31 vvz, av dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, np1 crd. av, n1 vbz vvn p-acp npg1 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1804 and where it is wrought, it brings forth the fruits of the Spirit, mentioned Gal. 5.22,23. Whereas presumption, and where it is wrought, it brings forth the fruits of the Spirit, mentioned Gal. 5.22,23. Whereas presumption, cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn np1 crd. cs n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1805 as it is of the flesh, so it brings forth the fruits of the Flesh, v. 19,20,21. Now this is a sure Rule, the perswasion onely which follows sound Humiliation, is Faith; as it is of the Flesh, so it brings forth the fruits of the Flesh, v. 19,20,21. Now this is a sure Rule, the persuasion only which follows found Humiliation, is Faith; c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd. av d vbz dt j n1, dt n1 av-j r-crq vvz j n1, vbz n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1806 that which goes before it, is Presumption; for no man can repent of Sin, but he that believeth the pardon of Sin; that which Goes before it, is Presumption; for no man can Repent of since, but he that Believeth the pardon of since; cst r-crq vvz p-acp pn31, vbz n1; p-acp dx n1 vmb vvi pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1807 for none can believe his Sins are pardoned, except he hath repented. for none can believe his Sins Are pardoned, except he hath repented. c-acp pix vmb vvi po31 n2 vbr vvn, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 99
1808 Secondly, As for their good hearts, and intentions, they may think what they will, but every wise man knows that the outward actions, declare the inward intentions. Secondly, As for their good hearts, and intentions, they may think what they will, but every wise man knows that the outward actions, declare the inward intentions. ord, c-acp p-acp po32 j n2, cc n2, pns32 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vmb, cc-acp d j n1 vvz cst dt j n2, vvb dt j n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1809 A good Conversion is proved by a good Conversation; A good Conversion is proved by a good Conversation; dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1810 and in case the hearts of such men could be séen by others, as their works and words are, their hearts would appear worst of all; and in case the hearts of such men could be seen by Others, as their works and words Are, their hearts would appear worst of all; cc p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn, c-acp po32 n2 cc n2 vbr, po32 n2 vmd vvi js pp-f d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1811 as they do to God, who séeth them: as they do to God, who seeth them: c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp np1, r-crq vvz pno32: (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1812 nor is any evil in the mouth or hand, which was not in the heart first of all; nor is any evil in the Mouth or hand, which was not in the heart First of all; ccx vbz d n-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vbds xx p-acp dt n1 ord pp-f d; (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1813 as the stream in the Fountain; as the stream in the Fountain; c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1814 the heart of Man is deceitful above all things, and whilst they think there is no deceit in it, the heart of Man is deceitful above all things, and while they think there is no deceit in it, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, cc cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1815 even in that they are most of all deceived. Thirdly, Touching their Repentance, my Answer is: even in that they Are most of all deceived. Thirdly, Touching their Repentance, my Answer is: av p-acp cst pns32 vbr av-ds pp-f d vvn. ord, vvg po32 n1, po11 n1 vbz: (12) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 99
1816 True Repentance for Sin, is a turning from every Sin, to the contrary Good. True Repentance for since, is a turning from every since, to the contrary Good. j n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt vvg p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j-jn j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 99
1817 True Repentance is a change both in the Iudgment, from Errour, to Truth, and in the Will, from Evil, to Good, True Repentance is a change both in the Judgement, from Error, to Truth, and in the Will, from Evil, to Good, j n1 vbz dt n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-jn, p-acp j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 99
1818 and in the Affections, from loving Evil, and hateing Good, to love Good, and hate Evil, in the whole man, from Darkness, to Light, and in the Affections, from loving Evil, and hating Good, to love Good, and hate Evil, in the Whole man, from Darkness, to Light, cc p-acp dt n2, p-acp vvg j-jn, cc vvg j, pc-acp vvi j, cc vvb j-jn, p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 99
1819 and from the power of Satan to God, without which change, no repentance, no being saved. and from the power of Satan to God, without which change, no Repentance, not being saved. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq n1, dx n1, xx vbg vvn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 99
1820 Fourthly, As for their assurance of Salvation, it is upon as good ground as all the rest, Fourthly, As for their assurance of Salvation, it is upon as good ground as all the rest, ord, c-acp p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp j n1 c-acp d dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1821 for they slumber, and suppose themselves good Christians, their Faith is but a dream, their hope but a dream, their charity but a dream, their obedience but a dream, their whole Religion but a dream, for they slumber, and suppose themselves good Christians, their Faith is but a dream, their hope but a dream, their charity but a dream, their Obedience but a dream, their Whole Religion but a dream, c-acp pns32 n1, cc vvb px32 j np1, po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1822 and so their assurance of salvation is but a dream, they have regeneration in conceit, repentance and righteousness in conceit, they serve God well in conceit, do the works of justice and •iety in conceit, and so their assurance of salvation is but a dream, they have regeneration in conceit, Repentance and righteousness in conceit, they serve God well in conceit, do the works of Justice and •iety in conceit, cc av po32 n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhb n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb np1 av p-acp n1, vdb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1823 and they shall go to heaven only 〈 ◊ 〉 conceit, or in a dream, and never wake till they féel themselves in the flames of hell; and they shall go to heaven only 〈 ◊ 〉 conceit, or in a dream, and never wake till they feel themselves in the flames of hell; cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 av-j 〈 sy 〉 n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc av-x vvb c-acp pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1824 every • … unken beast and unclean person, and prophain swearer, and covetous muck-worm, thinks to go 〈 ◊ 〉 heaven, every • … unken beast and unclean person, and prophain swearer, and covetous muckworm, thinks to go 〈 ◊ 〉 heaven, d • … av-vvn n1 cc j n1, cc vvb n1, cc j n1, vvz pc-acp vvi 〈 sy 〉 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1825 though none shall come there without •oliness, which they abhor. though none shall come there without •oliness, which they abhor. cs pix vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1, r-crq pns32 vvb. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1826 But let every wicked • … an and formal professor know that if Christ • … th freed them from the damnation of Sin, he •ath also fréed them from the dominion of Sin. Christ's justifying blood, is given us by his sancti•ying spirit. But let every wicked • … an and formal professor know that if christ • … th freed them from the damnation of since, he •ath also freed them from the dominion of Sin. Christ's justifying blood, is given us by his sancti•ying Spirit. cc-acp vvb d j • … dt cc j n1 vvb cst cs np1 • … zz vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vhz av vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 npg1 vvg n1, vbz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1827 He being consecrated, was made the •uthor of eternal salvation, to them, and only • … em that obey him, Heb. 5.9. But vicious men • … nk God is all mercy, He being consecrated, was made the •uthor of Eternal salvation, to them, and only • … em that obey him, Hebrew 5.9. But vicious men • … nk God is all mercy, pns31 vbg vvn, vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp pno32, cc av-j • … pno32 cst vvb pno31, np1 crd. p-acp j n2 • … vvb np1 vbz d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1828 when the Word tells us • … t he is a consuming fire, and a jealous God, Deut. 4.24. Heb. 12.29. when the Word tells us • … tO he is a consuming fire, and a jealous God, Deuteronomy 4.24. Hebrew 12.29. c-crq dt n1 vvz pno12 • … sy pns31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j np1, np1 crd. np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1829 And then we may find in Deut. 28. thrice as many cursings, as blessings; And then we may find in Deuteronomy 28. thrice as many cursings, as blessings; cc av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 crd av p-acp d n2-vvg, c-acp n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1830 dost thou expect to have him merciful to thée, that art bloody, cruel, and unmerciful to him, to his, dost thou expect to have him merciful to thee, that art bloody, cruel, and unmerciful to him, to his, vd2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vhi pno31 j p-acp pno21, cst vb2r j, j, cc j p-acp pno31, p-acp po31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1831 and •o thine ow• soul? none that have eyes in their heads, and open, can be so sottish; and •o thine ow• soul? none that have eyes in their Heads, and open, can be so sottish; cc av po21 n1 n1? pix cst vhb n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc j, vmb vbi av j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1832 but Sin is like the juyce of Poppy, which if the quantity excéed, bringeth the patient into a déep stéep, that he never awakneth; but since is like the juice of Poppy, which if the quantity exceed, brings the patient into a deep steep, that he never awakeneth; cc-acp n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq cs dt n1 vvi, vvz dt j p-acp dt j-jn j, cst pns31 av-x vvz; (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1833 Sinners dream they are awake, but indéed they are fast asléep; yea, with Sardis they are dead, while they think they are alive. Sinners dream they Are awake, but indeed they Are fast asleep; yea, with Sardis they Are dead, while they think they Are alive. n2 vvb pns32 vbr j, cc-acp av pns32 vbr av-j j; uh, p-acp np1 pns32 vbr j, cs pns32 vvb pns32 vbr j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1834 But in the last place, touching their election, this is an infallible truth, whomsoever God hath appointed to salvation, to them he hath appointed the means also, which is holiness. But in the last place, touching their election, this is an infallible truth, whomsoever God hath appointed to salvation, to them he hath appointed the means also, which is holiness. p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, vvg po32 n1, d vbz dt j n1, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp pno32 pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 av, r-crq vbz n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1835 Indéed a man may be so hold of his predestination, as to forget his conversation: so he may dream himself in heaven, and awaken from the dream in hell: Indeed a man may be so hold of his predestination, as to forget his Conversation: so he may dream himself in heaven, and awaken from the dream in hell: av dt n1 vmb vbi av vvb pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1: av pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1836 God's purpose towards the end, includes the means. God's purpose towards the end, includes the means. npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1837 Though God had promised Paul that his company should not be drowned, yet he told the Marriners, that unless they kept the ship, they should be drowned, Acts 27.22.23. As if their safety should not be without means; Though God had promised Paul that his company should not be drowned, yet he told the Mariners, that unless they kept the ship, they should be drowned, Acts 27.22.23. As if their safety should not be without means; cs np1 vhd vvn np1 cst po31 n1 vmd xx vbi vvn, av pns31 vvd dt n2, cst cs pns32 vvd dt n1, pns32 vmd vbi vvn, n2 crd. c-acp cs po32 n1 vmd xx vbi p-acp n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1838 R•bekah had God's Oracle for Jacob 's life, yet she sent him away out of Esaus reach. R•bekah had God's Oracle for Jacob is life, yet she sent him away out of Esaus reach. np1 vhd npg1 n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1, av pns31 vvd pno31 av av pp-f npg1 vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1839 It was impossible for Herod to kill the Child Iesus, yet he must flye into Aegypt. And so I have shown in the last place, what are the conditions of the New Covenant, It was impossible for Herod to kill the Child Iesus, yet he must fly into Egypt. And so I have shown in the last place, what Are the conditions of the New Covenant, pn31 vbds j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1, av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1. cc av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1840 and to whom the promises belong. Consider what hath béen said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. FINIS. and to whom the promises belong. Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. FINIS. cc p-acp ro-crq dt n2 vvb. np1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2. fw-la. (12) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 99
1841 THE Christians Comfort: OR, The Goodness and Mercy of God unto his Children in their Greatest Misery. THE Christians Comfort: OR, The goodness and Mercy of God unto his Children in their Greatest Misery. dt njpg2 n1: cc, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po32 js n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 112
1842 It is good for me that I was afflicted. THe point of Doctrine which I shall observe from these Words, is this. It is good for me that I was afflicted. THe point of Doctrine which I shall observe from these Words, is this. pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vbds vvn. dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, vbz d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 148 Image 112
1843 Tis for the Benefit and Advantage, for the Spiritual and Everlasting good of Gods Children that they are afflicted: This for the Benefit and Advantage, for the Spiritual and Everlasting good of God's Children that they Are afflicted: pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j cc j j pp-f npg1 n2 cst pns32 vbr vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 150 Image 112
1844 for the proof hereof to make the same more clear, I shall give you a demonstration of several particular advantages, which the people of God gain by their Afflictions. for the proof hereof to make the same more clear, I shall give you a demonstration of several particular advantages, which the people of God gain by their Afflictions. c-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vvi dt d dc j, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f j j n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 150 Image 112
1845 In the first place, they are a notable •eans to rouze them out of carelesse security, and bring them to Repentance, Job 33.16,17. God openeth the Ears of Men even by their Corrections, that he might cause man to turn away from his enterprize, In the First place, they Are a notable •eans to rouse them out of careless security, and bring them to Repentance, Job 33.16,17. God Openeth the Ears of Men even by their Corrections, that he might cause man to turn away from his enterprise, p-acp dt ord n1, pns32 vbr dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f j n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 av p-acp po32 n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1846 and that he might kéep back his Soul from the Pit. Our afflictions are as Benhadads Counsellours, that sent him with a Cord about his Neck to the merciful King of Israel. The Church of God under the Crosse is brought to a serious Consideration of her estate, and saith: and that he might keep back his Soul from the Pit. Our afflictions Are as Benhadad's Counsellors, that sent him with a Cord about his Neck to the merciful King of Israel. The Church of God under the Cross is brought to a serious Consideration of her estate, and Says: cc cst pns31 vmd vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt np1 po12 n2 vbr p-acp ng1 n2, cst vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1847 Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the Lord, Lam. 3.40. Affliction is the Hammer which breaks our Rocky Hearts, adversity hath whipt many a Soul to Heaven, which otherwise Prosperity had couched to Hell: Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the Lord, Lam. 3.40. Affliction is the Hammer which breaks our Rocky Hearts, adversity hath whipped many a Soul to Heaven, which otherwise Prosperity had couched to Hell: vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2, cc vvb av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz po12 j n2, n1 vhz vvd d dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq av n1 vhd vvn p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1848 was not the Prodigal riding post thither till he was soundly lasht home again to his fathers house by those hard hearted and pitilesse Naballs which refused to fill his Belly with the Husks of the Swine: was not the Prodigal riding post thither till he was soundly lashed home again to his Father's house by those hard hearted and pitiless Nabal's which refused to fill his Belly with the Husks of the Swine: vbds xx dt n-jn vvg n1 av c-acp pns31 vbds av-j vvn av-an av p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d j j-vvn cc j n2 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1849 and indeed seldome is any Man awakened from the sleep of Sin but by Affliction: for as Aloes kills worms in the stomach, or as Frost and Cold destroys Vermin, and indeed seldom is any Man awakened from the sleep of since but by Affliction: for as Aloes kills worms in the stomach, or as Frost and Cold Destroys Vermin, cc av av vbz d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc-acp p-acp n1: c-acp c-acp n2 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1 cc n-jn vvz n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1850 so doth bitter Afflictions crawling Lusts in the Heart: so does bitter Afflictions crawling Lustiest in the Heart: av vdz j n2 vvg n2 p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1851 my wants saith one kills my Wantonnesse, my Poverty checks my Pride, my being slighted quells my Ambition and vain Glory, my Wants Says one kills my Wantonness, my Poverty Checks my Pride, my being slighted quells my Ambition and vain Glory, po11 n2 vvz crd vvz po11 n1, po11 n1 vvz po11 n1, po11 vbg vvn vvz po11 n1 cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1852 and as for Sicknesse it cuts the Throat of Vices; and as for Sickness it cuts the Throat of Vices; cc c-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1853 yea how many will confesse that one Affliction hath done more good upon them, then many Sermons that they have Learned, more good in one Days or Weeks misery, yea how many will confess that one Affliction hath done more good upon them, then many Sermons that they have Learned, more good in one Days or Weeks misery, uh c-crq d vmb vvi d crd n1 vhz vdn av-dc j p-acp pno32, cs d n2 cst pns32 vhb vvn, av-dc j p-acp crd n2 cc n2 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1854 than many years Prosperity could teach them: than many Years Prosperity could teach them: cs d n2 n1 vmd vvi pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1855 Repentance seldome méets a man in jollity, but in affliction the Heart is made plyable and ready for all good Impressions. Repentance seldom meets a man in jollity, but in affliction the Heart is made pliable and ready for all good Impressions. n1 av vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz vvn j cc j p-acp d j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1856 True, if Gentlenesse would serve, we should not smart, for God like a good Chirurgeon first strokes the Arm before he opens the Vein. True, if Gentleness would serve, we should not smart, for God like a good Chirurgeon First Strokes the Arm before he Opens the Vein. j, cs n1 vmd vvi, pns12 vmd xx vvi, c-acp np1 av-j dt j n1 ord vvz dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1857 He sends for us by his Ambassadours the Ministry, yet we come not. Let him fire our field, as Absolom did by Joab, we come presently: He sends for us by his ambassadors the Ministry, yet we come not. Let him fire our field, as Absalom did by Joab, we come presently: pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n2 dt n1, av pns12 vvb xx. vvb pno31 n1 po12 n1, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1, pns12 vvb av-j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1858 when singing will not still the Child, the Rod must: when singing will not still the Child, the Rod must: c-crq vvg vmb xx av dt n1, dt n1 vmb: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1859 hard knots, must have hard wedges, strong affections, strong afflictions, great corruptions, great Calamities to cure them. hard knots, must have hard wedges, strong affections, strong afflictions, great corruptions, great Calamities to cure them. j n2, vmb vhi j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1860 Affliction is but the Shepheards Dog to fetch us into Christs Fold, perhaps by Barking onely, Affliction is but the Shepherds Dog to fetch us into Christ Fold, perhaps by Barking only, n1 vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp npg1 vvb, av p-acp vvg av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1861 and then we are more scared then hurt, perhaps in his Mouth, and the poor Sheep thinks surely he will worry it, and then we Are more scared then hurt, perhaps in his Mouth, and the poor Sheep thinks surely he will worry it, cc av pns12 vbr av-dc vvn cs vvn, av p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n1 vvz av-j pns31 vmb vvi pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 113
1862 but he is taught to fetch onely, and therefore gripes not, but only carrys it, but he is taught to fetch only, and Therefore gripes not, but only carrys it, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av-j, cc av vvz xx, cc-acp av-j vvz pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1863 and delivers it to his Master, when Children have done a fault Mothers use to fright them with Bull beggars, the Child thinks surely they will have him, and delivers it to his Master, when Children have done a fault Mother's use to fright them with Bull beggars, the Child thinks surely they will have him, cc vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq n2 vhb vdn dt n1 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 n2, dt n1 vvz av-j pns32 vmb vhi pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1864 but the Mother hath a double pollicy: but the Mother hath a double policy: cc-acp dt n1 vhz dt j-jn n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1865 Viz. To make them hate the fault and love them the better, for they run to the Lay to bide them, Viz. To make them hate the fault and love them the better, for they run to the Lay to bide them, av pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi dt n1 cc vvi pno32 dt jc, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1866 and then will she make her own Conditions, and so the very end which God aims at in setting those Adders upon thee, is that thou shouldst turn thine Eyes inward, that thou may see, and then will she make her own Conditions, and so the very end which God aims At in setting those Adders upon thee, is that thou Shouldst turn thine Eyes inward, that thou may see, cc av vmb pns31 vvi po31 d n2, cc av dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp pno21, vbz d pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n2 j, cst pns21 vmb vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1867 for what thou sufferest, pry narrowly into thine own fore•ast actions, which if thou dost, a hundred to one thou will find sin, it may be this very sin the cause of thy present affliction, for what thou sufferest, pry narrowly into thine own fore•ast actions, which if thou dost, a hundred to one thou will find since, it may be this very since the cause of thy present affliction, p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2, vvb av-j p-acp po21 d j n2, r-crq cs pns21 vd2, dt crd pc-acp pi pns21 vmb vvi n1, pn31 vmb vbi d j n1 dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1868 & until thou dost • … ft & •ry thine own heart, & find out which is thy beloved sin look for no release, & until thou dost • … ft & •ry thine own heart, & find out which is thy Beloved since look for no release, cc c-acp pns21 vd2 • … zz cc vvi po21 d n1, cc vvi av r-crq vbz po21 j-vvn n1 vvb p-acp dx n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1869 wherefore let this Correction bring forth Conversion, cleanse your hands ye sinners, and purifie your hearts ye double minded, Jam. 4.8. Not your Hands onely with Pilate, but your Hearts with David, yea & your Eyes too with Mary Magdalen, if it be possible, Wherefore let this Correction bring forth Conversion, cleanse your hands you Sinners, and purify your hearts you double minded, Jam. 4.8. Not your Hands only with Pilate, but your Hearts with David, yea & your Eyes too with Marry Magdalen, if it be possible, q-crq vvb d n1 vvi av n1, vvb po22 n2 pn22 n2, cc vvb po22 n2 pn22 vvb vvn, np1 crd. xx po22 n2 av-j p-acp np1, p-acp po22 n2 p-acp np1, uh cc po22 n2 av p-acp uh np1, cs pn31 vbb j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1870 though dry Sorrow may be as good as wet, whose Eyes were a Laver, and Hair a Towel to wash and wipe the feet of Christ, humble thy self like the Ninevites, Jonah 3.6. Who put sackcloath upon their Loins, though dry Sorrow may be as good as wet, whose Eyes were a Laver, and Hair a Towel to wash and wipe the feet of christ, humble thy self like the Ninevites, Jonah 3.6. Who put Sackcloth upon their Loins, cs j n1 vmb vbi a-acp j c-acp j, rg-crq n2 vbdr dt n1, cc n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb po21 n1 av-j dt np2, np1 crd. r-crq vvd n1 p-acp po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1871 and Ashes upon their Heads, as those that deserved to be as far under ground as they were now above it. and Ashes upon their Heads, as those that deserved to be as Far under ground as they were now above it. cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp d cst vvd pc-acp vbi c-acp av-j p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vbdr av p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1872 An Humble submission is the onely way to disarm Gods indignation, and be rid of his Rod. an Humble submission is the only Way to disarm God's Indignation, and be rid of his Rod. dt j n1 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, cc vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1873 1 Pet. 5.6. Sin bringeth judgement, and only judgement preventeth it, thy Sin hath kindled the fire of Gods Wrath, 1 Pet. 5.6. since brings judgement, and only judgement preventeth it, thy since hath kindled the fire of God's Wrath, vvn np1 crd. n1 vvz n1, cc j n1 vvz pn31, po21 n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1874 and only Repentance is as Water to quench this fire. and only Repentance is as Water to quench this fire. cc j n1 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1875 King Edward the first Riding furiously after a Servant of his that had displeas'd him, with a drawn Sword in his hand, King Edward the First Riding furiously After a Servant of his that had displeased him, with a drawn Sword in his hand, n1 np1 dt ord vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 cst vhd vvn pno31, p-acp dt vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1876 as purposing to kill him, séeing him submit, and upon bending Knee sue for his Life, not onely spared him, as purposing to kill him, seeing him submit, and upon bending Knee sue for his Life, not only spared him, c-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno31, vvg pno31 vvi, cc p-acp j-vvg n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1, xx av-j vvd pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1877 but received him again into favour. but received him again into favour. cc-acp vvd pno31 av p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1878 Go thou and do the like, be thou but throughly sorroy for thy sin, my Soul for thine, God will be throughly satisfied, Go thou and do the like, be thou but thoroughly sorroy for thy since, my Soul for thine, God will be thoroughly satisfied, vvb pns21 cc vdb dt av-j, vbb pns21 p-acp av-j vvi p-acp po21 n1, po11 n1 p-acp png21, np1 vmb vbi av-j vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1879 yea grow thou better by it, and God will love thee better for it, for as Lovers are best Friends after falling out, yea grow thou better by it, and God will love thee better for it, for as Lovers Are best Friends After falling out, uh vvb pns21 av-jc p-acp pn31, cc np1 vmb vvi pno21 av-jc p-acp pn31, c-acp c-acp n2 vbr js n2 p-acp vvg av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1880 so when God and we are reconciled by repentance, his affections are stronger to us then before: so when God and we Are reconciled by Repentance, his affections Are Stronger to us then before: av c-crq np1 cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, po31 n2 vbr jc p-acp pno12 av p-acp: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 114
1881 the repenting Prodigal received such tokens of Favour, as his Elder Brother who never brake out into riot never did: the repenting Prodigal received such tokens of Favour, as his Elder Brother who never brake out into riot never did: dt vvg j-jn vvd d n2 pp-f n1, c-acp po31 j-jn n1 r-crq av-x vvd av p-acp n1 av-x vdd: (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 115
1882 and whom did Christ Honour wi•h his first appearance, but Mary Magdalen? and the Angel, and whom did christ Honour wi•h his First appearance, but Marry Magdalen? and the Angel, cc r-crq vdd np1 vvi av po31 ord n1, cc-acp uh np1? cc dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 115
1883 but Peter? Go saith he and tell his Disciples, and tell Peter that he will go before you into Gallilee, Mark 16.7. Though Peter had Sined above the rest, but Peter? Go Says he and tell his Disciples, and tell Peter that he will go before you into Galilee, Mark 16.7. Though Peter had Sinned above the rest, cc-acp np1? vvb vvz pns31 cc vvi po31 n2, cc vvi np1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp np1, vvb crd. cs np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 115
1884 yet r•penting he is named above ye rest. yet r•penting he is nam above you rest. av vvg pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 115
1885 Secondly, Afflictions serve to work in us amendment of Life, every Affliction Sanct•fied Rubs off some Rust, melts off some Dresse, strains out some Corruption, &c. Which done we rise ou• of trouble as Christ rose out of the Grave, Secondly, Afflictions serve to work in us amendment of Life, every Affliction Sanct•fied Rubs off Some Rust, melts off Some Dress, strains out Some Corruption, etc. Which done we rise ou• of trouble as christ rose out of the Grave, ord, n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 n1 pp-f n1, d n1 vvn n2 p-acp d n1, vvz a-acp d n1, vvz av d n1, av r-crq vdn pns12 vvi n1 pp-f n1 c-acp np1 vvd av pp-f dt j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1886 for when the Gold is fined, the • … re shall hold it no longer. for when the Gold is fined, the • … re shall hold it no longer. c-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt • … fw-mi vmb vvi pn31 av-dx av-jc. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1887 The outward cold of Affliction doth greatly increase the inward heat and fe•vour of the Graces of God in us: The outward cold of Affliction does greatly increase the inward heat and fe•vour of the Graces of God in us: dt j n-jn pp-f n1 vdz av-j vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12: (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1888 indeed no Chastisement saith Saint Paul for the present seems to be joyous, but grievous. indeed no Chastisement Says Saint Paul for the present seems to be joyous, but grievous. av dx n1 vvz n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1889 But afterwards it bringeth the quiet fruits of Righteousnesse to them that are thereby exercised, Heb. 12.11. God beats us that he may better us, he hedgeth us about with Thorns that he may keep us within Compasse, But afterwards it brings the quiet fruits of Righteousness to them that Are thereby exercised, Hebrew 12.11. God beats us that he may better us, he hedgeth us about with Thorns that he may keep us within Compass, p-acp av pn31 vvz dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr av vvn, np1 crd. np1 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp p-acp n2 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1890 lest we break over into Satans Pasture, which indeed would but fat us for the slaughter. lest we break over into Satan Pasture, which indeed would but fat us for the slaughter. cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp npg1 n1, r-crq av vmd cc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1891 God strips the Body of pleasure to cloath the Soul with Righteousnesse, and oftentimes strengthen our state of Grace by Impoverishing our Temporal estate, God strips the Body of pleasure to cloth the Soul with Righteousness, and oftentimes strengthen our state of Grace by Impoverishing our Temporal estate, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av vvb po12 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg po12 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1892 for commonly the more Prosperity the lesse Piety. The Poor saith Christ receive the Gospel, though the Rich are more bound. for commonly the more Prosperity the less Piety. The Poor Says christ receive the Gospel, though the Rich Are more bound. c-acp av-j dt av-dc n1 dt av-dc n1. dt j vvz np1 vvi dt n1, cs dt j vbr av-dc vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1893 Few men can digest great felicity, many a Man hath been a looser by his gains, Few men can digest great felicity, many a Man hath been a looser by his gains, np1 n2 vmb vvi j n1, d dt n1 vhz vbn dt jc p-acp po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1894 and that that which multiplyed his outward estate hath abated his inward, and so on the contrary David was never so tender as when he was hunted like a patridge, 1 Sam. 26.20. Jonah was at best in the Whales Belly: and that that which multiplied his outward estate hath abated his inward, and so on the contrary David was never so tender as when he was hunted like a patridge, 1 Sam. 26.20. Jonah was At best in the Whale's Belly: cc cst d r-crq vvd po31 j n1 vhz vvn po31 j, cc av p-acp dt j-jn np1 vbds av-x av j c-acp c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av-j dt n1, vvn np1 crd. np1 vbds p-acp js p-acp dt ng1 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1895 Stevens face never shone so fair as when he stood before the Councel, Acts 6.15. Now if the Winter of the one is found to be the spring of the other, Stevens face never shone so fair as when he stood before the Council, Acts 6.15. Now if the Winter of the one is found to be the spring of the other, np1 n1 av-x vvd av j c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, n2 crd. av cs dt n1 pp-f dt pi vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1896 and the Corruption of Prosperity the Generation of Piety, who will estéem those things good which make us worse, and the Corruption of Prosperity the Generation of Piety, who will esteem those things good which make us Worse, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vvi d n2 j r-crq vvb pno12 av-jc, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1897 or that evil which brings such gain and sweetnesse? Before I was afflicted, saith David, I went astray, or that evil which brings such gain and sweetness? Before I was afflicted, Says David, I went astray, cc d n-jn r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1? p-acp pns11 vbds vvn, vvz np1, pns11 vvd av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1898 but now I keep thy Commandment, Psal. 119.67. These evils do press us, but it is to God and holinesse, but now I keep thy Commandment, Psalm 119.67. These evils do press us, but it is to God and holiness, cc-acp av pns11 vvb po21 n1, np1 crd. d n2-jn vdb vvi pno12, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 115
1899 yea how much lower our Afflictions weigh us down on Earth, so much the more earnestly our affections mount up to Heaven. yea how much lower our Afflictions weigh us down on Earth, so much the more earnestly our affections mount up to Heaven. uh q-crq av-d vvi po12 n2 vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp n1, av av-d dt av-dc av-j po12 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1900 Devotion like fire in frosty weather burns hotest in Affliction. Devotion like fire in frosty weather burns hottest in Affliction. n1 j n1 p-acp j n1 vvz js p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1901 When the Waters of the flood came upon the face of the Earth, down went stately Turrets and Towers, When the Waters of the flood Come upon the face of the Earth, down went stately Turrets and Towers, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vvd j n2 cc n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1902 but as the waters rose, the Ark rose still higher and higher, in like sort when the waters of affliction arise, down goes the Pride of Life, the Lust of the Eyes: but as the waters rose, the Ark rose still higher and higher, in like sort when the waters of affliction arise, down Goes the Pride of Life, the Lust of the Eyes: cc-acp c-acp dt n2 vvd, dt n1 vvd av jc cc av-jc, p-acp j n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vvi, a-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1903 in a word, all the vanities of the world, but the Ark of the Soul ariseth as these waters rise, in a word, all the vanities of the world, but the Ark of the Soul arises as these waters rise, p-acp dt n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2 vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1904 and that higher even neerer and neerer towards Heaven. and that higher even nearer and nearer towards Heaven. cc d jc n1 jc cc av-jc p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1905 Oh! admirable use of Afflictions, Health from a wound, cure from a disease, out of greif joy, gain out of losse, out of Infirmity strength, out of sin, Holinesse: Oh! admirable use of Afflictions, Health from a wound, cure from a disease, out of grief joy, gain out of loss, out of Infirmity strength, out of since, Holiness: uh j n1 pp-f n2, n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1, av pp-f n1 n1, vvb av pp-f n1, av pp-f n1 n1, av pp-f n1, n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1906 out of death Life, yea we shall redéem something of Gods dishonour by sin, if we shall thence grow more Holy: But, out of death Life, yea we shall Redeem something of God's dishonour by since, if we shall thence grow more Holy: But, av pp-f n1 n1, uh pns12 vmb vvi pi pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, cs pns12 vmb av vvi av-dc j: cc-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 116
1907 Thirdly, They serve to quicken our Devotion, and make us pray unto God with more fervency: Thirdly, They serve to quicken our Devotion, and make us pray unto God with more fervency: ord, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dc n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 116
1908 Lord saith Isaiah, in trouble they will visit thee, they poured out prayers when thy chastning was upon them, Isa. 26.16. In their affliction saith Hosea they will séek thée diligently, Hos. 5.15. That we never pray so féelingly, fervently, forcibly as in time of affliction, may be seen in the examples of the Children of Israel, Judges 3.9,15. Elisha, 2 Kings 6.18. Hezekiah, 2 Kings 19.15,16. Lord Says Isaiah, in trouble they will visit thee, they poured out Prayers when thy chastening was upon them, Isaiah 26.16. In their affliction Says Hosea they will seek thee diligently, Hos. 5.15. That we never pray so feelingly, fervently, forcibly as in time of affliction, may be seen in the Examples of the Children of Israel, Judges 3.9,15. Elisha, 2 Kings 6.18. Hezekiah, 2 Kings 19.15,16. n1 vvz np1, p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi pno21, pns32 vvd av n2 c-crq po21 vvg vbds p-acp pno32, np1 crd. p-acp po32 n1 vvz np1 pns32 n1 vvb pno21 av-j, np1 crd. cst pns12 av-x vvb av av-vvg, av-j, av-j c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, n2 crd. np1, crd n2 crd. np1, crd n2 crd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 116
1909 And Lastly, Jehosophat, who being told that there was a great multitude coming against him from beyond ye Sea, out of Aram: it follows ye Jehosophat feared, And Lastly, Jehoshaphat, who being told that there was a great multitude coming against him from beyond the Sea, out of Aram: it follows you Jehoshaphat feared, cc ord, np1, r-crq vbg vvn cst pc-acp vbds dt j n1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp dt n1, av pp-f np1: pn31 vvz pn22 np1 vvd, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1910 & set himself to fear the Lord, & proclaimed a fast throughout all Judea, yea they came out of all parts and joyn'd with him to enquire of the Lord, 2 Chron. 20.3,4. Neither doth it make us alone, which suffer, earnest in Prayer, & Set himself to Fear the Lord, & proclaimed a fast throughout all Judea, yea they Come out of all parts and joined with him to inquire of the Lord, 2 Chronicles 20.3,4. Neither does it make us alone, which suffer, earnest in Prayer, cc vvd px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvd dt av-j p-acp d np1, uh pns32 vvd av pp-f d n2 cc vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. d vdz pn31 vvi pno12 av-j, r-crq vvb, j p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1911 but it makes others also labour in prayer to God for us, 2 Cor. 1.10,11. Again, Crosses are the files and whetstones that set an edge on our devotions, without which they grow dull, and ineffectual: but it makes Others also labour in prayer to God for us, 2 Cor. 1.10,11. Again, Crosses Are the files and whetstones that Set an edge on our devotions, without which they grow dull, and ineffectual: cc-acp pn31 vvz n2-jn av vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd. av, n2 vbr dt n2 cc n2 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb j, cc j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1912 Jonah sleeps in the ship, but prays hard in the Whales belly: Jonah sleeps in the ship, but prays hard in the Whale's belly: np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz av-j p-acp dt ng1 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1913 Prayer is the wing of the Soul, wherewith it flyes to Heaven, as meditation is the Eye wherewith we see God, Prayer is the wing of the Soul, wherewith it flies to Heaven, as meditation is the Eye wherewith we see God, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1914 but our Hearts are like flint-stones which must be smitten e're they will send forth these sparks of Devotion: but our Hearts Are like Flint-stones which must be smitten ever they will send forth these sparks of Devotion: cc-acp po12 n2 vbr j n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn av pns32 vmb vvi av d n2 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1915 Christ never heard of the Canaanitish Woman until her daughter was miserably vexed with a Devil, christ never herd of the Canaanitish Woman until her daughter was miserably vexed with a devil, np1 av-x vvd pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 116
1916 but then she comes to him and doth not speak but cry, need and desire have raised her voice to an importunate Clamour. but then she comes to him and does not speak but cry, need and desire have raised her voice to an importunate Clamour. cc-acp cs pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 cc vdz xx vvi cc-acp vvb, vvb cc n1 vhb vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1917 The God of Mercy is light of hearing, yet he loves a loud and vehement solicitation, not to make himself inclinable to grant, The God of Mercy is Light of hearing, yet he loves a loud and vehement solicitation, not to make himself inclinable to grant, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pp-f vvg, av pns31 vvz dt j cc j n1, xx pc-acp vvi px31 j pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1918 but to make us Capable to receive Blessings, and indeed the very purpose of affliction is to make us Importunate. but to make us Capable to receive Blessings, and indeed the very purpose of affliction is to make us Importunate. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 j pc-acp vvi n2, cc av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1919 He that hears the secret murmures of our grief, yet will not séem to hear us till our crys be loud and strong: He that hears the secret murmurs of our grief, yet will not seem to hear us till our cries be loud and strong: pns31 cst vvz dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1, av vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2 vbb j cc j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1920 as Demosthenes would not plead for his Clyent till he cryed to him, but then answered his sorrow, now I féel thy cause. as Demosthenes would not plead for his Client till he cried to him, but then answered his sorrow, now I feel thy cause. c-acp npg1 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, cc-acp av vvd po31 n1, av pns11 vvb po21 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1921 The child have escaped many a stripe by his loud crying, ye very unjust judge cannot endure the widdows Clamour: The child have escaped many a stripe by his loud crying, you very unjust judge cannot endure the Widows Clamour: dt n1 vhb vvn d dt n1 p-acp po31 j n-vvg, pn22 av j n1 vmbx vvi dt ng1 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1922 so unto fervent prayer God will deny nothing. so unto fervent prayer God will deny nothing. av p-acp j n1 np1 vmb vvi pix. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1923 Néed will make us both humble and eloquent ▪ if the case be woful it will be exprest accordingly, the despair of all other helps sends us importunately to the God of power, Need will make us both humble and eloquent ▪ if the case be woeful it will be expressed accordingly, the despair of all other helps sends us importunately to the God of power, n1 vmb vvi pno12 d j cc j ▪ cs dt n1 vbb j pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-vvg, dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 vvz pno12 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1924 but while money can buy Physick, or friends procure enlargement, the great Physitian and helper is not • … ought unto, nor throughly trusted •n. but while money can buy Physic, or Friends procure enlargement, the great physician and helper is not • … ought unto, nor thoroughly trusted •n. cc-acp cs n1 vmb vvi n1, cc n2 vvb n1, dt j n1 cc n1 vbz xx • … pi p-acp, ccx av-j vvn av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1925 It is written of the Children of Israel, that so soon as they cried unto ye Lord he delivered them from their servitude under Eglon King of Moab, yet it is plain they were eightéen years under this Bondage undelivered, Judges 3.14,15. Doubtlesse they were not so unsensible of their Misery, It is written of the Children of Israel, that so soon as they cried unto you Lord he Delivered them from their servitude under Eglon King of Moab, yet it is plain they were eightéen Years under this Bondage undelivered, Judges 3.14,15. Doubtless they were not so unsensible of their Misery, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst av av c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pn22 n1 pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1, av pn31 vbz j pns32 vbdr crd n2 p-acp d n1 vvn, n2 crd. av-j pns32 vbdr xx av j pp-f po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1926 as not to complain sooner then the end of eighteen years, the first hour they sighed for themselves, as not to complain sooner then the end of eighteen Years, the First hour they sighed for themselves, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi av-c cs dt n1 pp-f crd n2, dt ord n1 pns32 vvd p-acp px32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1927 but now they cryed unto God, they are words and not prayers that fall from carelesse lips, but now they cried unto God, they Are words and not Prayers that fallen from careless lips, cc-acp av pns32 vvd p-acp np1, pns32 vbr n2 cc xx n2 cst vvb p-acp j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1928 if we would prevail with God we must wrastle, & if we would wrastle happily with God, we must Wrastle first with our own dullnesse, if we would prevail with God we must wrestle, & if we would wrestle happily with God, we must Wrestle First with our own dullness, cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1 pns12 vmb vvi, cc cs pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvb ord p-acp po12 d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1929 yea if we felt our wants or wanted not desire, we could speak to God in no tune but crys, yea if we felt our Wants or wanted not desire, we could speak to God in no tune but cries, uh cs pns12 vvd po12 n2 cc vvd xx vvi, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dx n1 p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1930 and nothing but crys can pierce Heaven: and nothing but cries can pierce Heaven: cc pix cc-acp n2 vmb vvi n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1931 affliction to ye soul is as plummets to a clock, and wind to a ship, holy and faithful, prayer as Oars to a Boat, affliction to you soul is as plummets to a clock, and wind to a ship, holy and faithful, prayer as Oars to a Boat, n1 p-acp pn22 n1 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, j cc j, n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1932 & ill goes the Boat without Oars, or the ship without wind, or the clock without plummets. & ill Goes the Boat without Oars, or the ship without wind, or the clock without plummets. cc av-jn vvz dt n1 p-acp n2, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1933 Now are some afflicted in reputation, as Susanna was, others in Children, as Ely, some by enemies, Now Are Some afflicted in reputation, as Susanna was, Others in Children, as Ely, Some by enemies, av vbr d vvn p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vbds, n2-jn p-acp n2, c-acp np1, d p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1934 as David, others by friends, as Joseph, some in body as Lazarus, others in goods as Job, others in liberty as John. In all extremities let us send this Messenger to Christ for ease: as David, Others by Friends, as Joseph, Some in body as Lazarus, Others in goods as Job, Others in liberty as John. In all extremities let us send this Messenger to christ for ease: c-acp np1, n2-jn p-acp n2, c-acp np1, d p-acp n1 c-acp np1, n2-jn p-acp n2-j p-acp n1, n2-jn p-acp n1 c-acp np1 p-acp d n2 vvb pno12 vvi d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1935 faithful and fervent prayer, if this can but carry the burthen to him he will carry it for us, & from us for ever. faithful and fervent prayer, if this can but carry the burden to him he will carry it for us, & from us for ever. j cc j n1, cs d vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12 p-acp av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 117
1936 Fourthly, Our sufferings we an us from the love of the world, yea make us loath and contemn it, Fourthly, Our sufferings we an us from the love of the world, yea make us loath and contemn it, ord, po12 n2 pns12 dt pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, uh vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1937 and contrariwise fix upon Heaven, with a desire to be dissolved: and contrariwise fix upon Heaven, with a desire to be dissolved: cc av vvb p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1938 St. Peter at Christs Tranfiguration enjoying but a glimpse of happinesse, he was so ravished and transported with the love of his present estate that he breaks out into these words: Saint Peter At Christ Tranfiguration enjoying but a glimpse of happiness, he was so ravished and transported with the love of his present estate that he breaks out into these words: n1 np1 p-acp npg1 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbds av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cst pns31 vvz av p-acp d n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1939 It is good for us to be here, he would fain have made it his dwelling place, It is good for us to be Here, he would fain have made it his Dwelling place, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av, pns31 vmd av-j vhi vvn pn31 po31 j-vvg n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1940 and being loath to depart, Christ must make 3 Tabernacles, Mat. 17.4. The love of this world so makes us forget the world to come, that like the Israelites, we desire rather to live in the troubles of Aegypt, then in the Land of Promise: and being loath to depart, christ must make 3 Tabernacles, Mathew 17.4. The love of this world so makes us forget the world to come, that like the Israelites, we desire rather to live in the Troubles of Egypt, then in the Land of Promise: cc vbg j pc-acp vvi, np1 vmb vvi crd n2, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f d n1 av vvz pno12 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst av-j dt np2, pns12 vvb av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1941 whereas S. Paul having spoken of his Bonds in Christ, and of the spiritual Combate, concludeth: whereas S. Paul having spoken of his Bonds in christ, and of the spiritual Combat, Concludeth: cs np1 np1 vhg vvn pp-f po31 n2 p-acp np1, cc pp-f dt j n1, vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1942 I desire to be dissolved and to be with Christ which is best of all, Phil. 1.22,23. Yea it transported him to heaven before he came thither, I desire to be dissolved and to be with christ which is best of all, Philip 1.22,23. Yea it transported him to heaven before he Come thither, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 r-crq vbz js pp-f d, np1 crd. uh pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vvd av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1943 as Mary was not where she was but where her desire was, and that was with Christ, prosperity makes us drunk with the love of the world, as Marry was not where she was but where her desire was, and that was with christ, Prosperity makes us drunk with the love of the world, c-acp uh vbds xx c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp c-crq po31 n1 vbds, cc cst vbds p-acp np1, n1 vvz pno12 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1944 like the Gadarrens who preferred their swine before their Souls, or him in the Parable that would go to see his Farm and loose Heaven, like the Gadarrens who preferred their Swine before their Souls, or him in the Parable that would go to see his Farm and lose Heaven, av-j dt np1 r-crq vvd po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1945 & thousands more, who if they have but something to leave behind them, 'tis no matter whether they have any thing to carry with them. & thousands more, who if they have but something to leave behind them, it's no matter whither they have any thing to carry with them. cc crd dc, r-crq cs pns32 vhb p-acp pi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pn31|vbz dx n1 cs pns32 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1946 But as sleep composeth drunkennesse, so the Crosse will bring a Man to himself again, for when the staff we nourish to bear us becomes a Cudgel to beat us, But as sleep composeth Drunkenness, so the Cross will bring a Man to himself again, for when the staff we nourish to bear us becomes a Cudgel to beatrice us, p-acp p-acp n1 vvz n1, av dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp px31 av, c-acp c-crq dt n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 vvz dt vvb pc-acp vvi pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1947 when we find the world to serve us as the Jews did Christ, carry us up to the top of a Hill and then strive to throw us down headlong, Luke 4.29. When ye mind is so invested with cares, molested with grief, vexed with pain that which way so ever we cast our Eyes we find cause of Complaint, we more loathed the World than ever we lov'd it, when we find the world to serve us as the jews did christ, carry us up to the top of a Hill and then strive to throw us down headlong, Lycia 4.29. When you mind is so invested with Cares, molested with grief, vexed with pain that which Way so ever we cast our Eyes we find cause of Complaint, we more loathed the World than ever we loved it, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt np2 vdd np1, vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc av vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j, av crd. c-crq pn22 vvb vbz av vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n1, vvn p-acp n1 cst r-crq n1 av av pns12 vvd po12 n2 pns12 vvb n1 pp-f n1, pns12 av-dc j-vvn dt n1 cs av pns12 vvd pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1948 when no man would harbour ye unthrift son in ye Gospel, he returned back again to his Father, but never before: when no man would harbour you unthrift son in you Gospel, he returned back again to his Father, but never before: c-crq dx n1 vmd vvi pn22 n1 n1 p-acp pn22 n1, pns31 vvd av av p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av-x a-acp: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1949 when Satan is let loose upon us to shew us our sins, and the danger we are in, when Satan is let lose upon us to show us our Sins, and the danger we Are in, c-crq np1 vbz vvn j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n2, cc dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1950 then farewel profit, farewel pleasure, treasure and all, rather then I will endure such a rack, such a hell in my conscience, then farewell profit, farewell pleasure, treasure and all, rather then I will endure such a rack, such a hell in my conscience, cs n1 n1, n1 n1, n1 cc d, av-c cs pns11 vmb vvi d dt n1, d dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1951 whereas if we should onely hear of Misery, or read what is threatned in ye Word, whereas if we should only hear of Misery, or read what is threatened in you Word, cs cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi pp-f n1, cc vvb r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn22 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1952 though it might a little fright us, it would never amend us. though it might a little fright us, it would never amend us. cs pn31 vmd dt j n1 pno12, pn31 vmd av-x vvi pno12. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 118
1953 A delicious life when every thing about us is resplendent and contentful makes us that we have no desire to go to heaven, A delicious life when every thing about us is resplendent and contentful makes us that we have no desire to go to heaven, dt j n1 c-crq d n1 p-acp pno12 vbz j cc j vvz pno12 cst pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1954 wherefore as a loving mother when she would wean her Child from the Dugg, makes it bitter with Worm-wood or Aloes, Wherefore as a loving mother when she would wean her Child from the Dug, makes it bitter with Wormwood or Aloes, c-crq c-acp dt j-vvg n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pn31 j p-acp n1 cc n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1955 so deales ye Lord with us, he maketh this life bitter unto us by suffering our enemies to persecute and oppresse us, to the end we may contemn the world, so deals you Lord with us, he makes this life bitter unto us by suffering our enemies to persecute and oppress us, to the end we may contemn the world, av vvz pn22 n1 p-acp pno12, pns31 vvz d n1 j p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg po12 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1956 and transport our hopes from earth to heaven, he makes us weep in this ve•l of misery, that we may the more eagerly long for that place of felicity, where all tears shall be wiped from our Eyes. and transport our hope's from earth to heaven, he makes us weep in this ve•l of misery, that we may the more eagerly long for that place of felicity, where all tears shall be wiped from our Eyes. cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb dt av-dc av-j av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1957 And this is no small abatement to the bitternesse of adversities, that they teach us the way to heaven, And this is no small abatement to the bitterness of adversities, that they teach us the Way to heaven, cc d vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vvb pno12 dt n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1958 for the lesse comfort we find on earth the more we seek above, and the more we esteem the best things: for the less Comfort we find on earth the more we seek above, and the more we esteem the best things: p-acp dt av-dc n1 pns12 vvb p-acp n1 dt av-dc pns12 vvb a-acp, cc dt av-dc pns12 vvb dt js n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1959 and we are very ungrateful if we do not thank God for yt which so overcomes us, and we Are very ungrateful if we do not thank God for that which so overcomes us, cc pns12 vbr av j cs pns12 vdb xx vvi np1 p-acp pn31 r-crq av vvz pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1960 as that it overcomes the love of the world in us. Nothing féeds Pride nor kéeps off repentance so much as prosperous advantage. as that it overcomes the love of the world in us. Nothing feeds Pride nor keeps off Repentance so much as prosperous advantage. c-acp cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12. pix vvz n1 ccx vvz a-acp n1 av av-d c-acp j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1961 'Tis a wonder to see a favourite study for ought but addition to his greatnesse, God shall have much a doe to make him know himself. It's a wonder to see a favourite study for ought but addition to his greatness, God shall have much a do to make him know himself. pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp pi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 vmb vhi d dt vdb pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi px31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1962 Many shal one day repent yt they were happy too soon, many a Man cries out: Many shall one day Repent that they were happy too soon, many a Man cries out: av-d vmb crd n1 vvi pn31 pns32 vbdr j av av, d dt n1 vvz av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1963 O that I were so rich, so healthful, so quiet, so happy, &c. Alas though thou hadst thy wish for the present, thou shouldst perhaps be a looser in the sequel. Oh that I were so rich, so healthful, so quiet, so happy, etc. Alas though thou Hadst thy wish for the present, thou Shouldst perhaps be a looser in the sequel. uh cst pns11 vbdr av j, av j, av j-jn, av j, av uh c-acp pns21 vhd2 po21 n1 p-acp dt j, pns21 vmd2 av vbi dt jc p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1964 A good man finding himself hated, persecuted, afflicted, & tormented by enemies of all sorts he can as willingly leave the world, A good man finding himself hated, persecuted, afflicted, & tormented by enemies of all sorts he can as willingly leave the world, dt j n1 vvg px31 vvn, vvn, j-vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f d n2 pns31 vmb a-acp av-j vvi dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1965 as others can forgo ye Court, yea as willingly •is as dine, yea no servant so desires ye end of his years, no stranger so longs to be at home as he expects the promise of Christs coming, it is ye strength of his hope, ye swéet object of his faith, in ye midst of all sorrows the comfort of his heart, ye heart of all his comforts, the encouragement of his wearied spirits, the common Clausulce, the continual Period and shutting up of his prayers, come Lord Iesus come quickly. as Others can forgo you Court, yea as willingly •is as dine, yea no servant so Desires you end of his Years, no stranger so longs to be At home as he expects the promise of Christ coming, it is the strength of his hope, you sweet Object of his faith, in the midst of all sorrows the Comfort of his heart, you heart of all his comforts, the encouragement of his wearied spirits, the Common Clausulce, the continual Period and shutting up of his Prayers, come Lord Iesus come quickly. c-acp n2-jn vmb vvi pn22 n1, uh a-acp av-j n1 p-acp vvi, uh uh-dx n1 av vvz pn22 vvb pp-f po31 n2, dx n1 av vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp n1-an p-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn22 j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn22 n1 pp-f d po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n2, dt j n1, dt j n1 cc vvg a-acp pp-f po31 n2, vvb n1 np1 vvb av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 119
1966 Fifthly, The Lord permitteth his people to be often afflicted and assailed, to the end they may be always prepared for tribulation, Fifthly, The Lord permitteth his people to be often afflicted and assailed, to the end they may be always prepared for tribulation, ord, dt n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn cc vvn, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 119
1967 as wise Marriers in a Calm make all their tackling sure and strong, that they may be provided against the next storm, which they cannot look to be long without, as wise Marriers in a Cam make all their tackling sure and strong, that they may be provided against the next storm, which they cannot look to be long without, c-acp j n2 p-acp dt j-jn vvi d po32 n-vvg av-j cc j, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 119
1968 or as experienced Souldiers in time of peace, prepare for the day of Battel, and so much the rather, or as experienced Soldiers in time of peace, prepare for the day of Battle, and so much the rather, cc p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av av-d dt av-c, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 119
1969 when they look every day for the aproach of the enemy, the way to be safe is never to be secure, we are oft times set upon, to ye end that we may continually buckle unto us the whole Armor of God prescribed by Paul, Ephes. 6.13, to 19. That we may be always ready for the Battel by Walking surcumspectly, not as Fools but as Wise, Ephes. 5.15. For as those that have no enemies to encounter them, cast their Armour aside & let it rust, when they look every day for the approach of the enemy, the Way to be safe is never to be secure, we Are oft times Set upon, to you end that we may continually buckle unto us the Whole Armour of God prescribed by Paul, Ephesians 6.13, to 19. That we may be always ready for the Battle by Walking surcumspectly, not as Fools but as Wise, Ephesians 5.15. For as those that have no enemies to encounter them, cast their Armour aside & let it rust, c-crq pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vbi j vbz av pc-acp vbi j, pns12 vbr av n2 vvn p-acp, p-acp pn22 vvb cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd, p-acp crd cst pns12 vmb vbi av j p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg av-j, xx p-acp n2 p-acp a-acp j, np1 crd. c-acp c-acp d cst vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, vvd po32 n1 av cc vvb pn31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1970 because they are secure from danger, but when their enemies are at hand, and sound the Alarum they both wake and sleep in their Armor, Because they Are secure from danger, but when their enemies Are At hand, and found the Alarm they both wake and sleep in their Armour, c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, cc-acp c-crq po32 n2 vbr p-acp n1, cc vvi dt n1 pns32 d vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1971 because they would be ready for the assault, so if we were not often in skirmish with our enemies, we would lay aside our spiritual Armour, Because they would be ready for the assault, so if we were not often in skirmish with our enemies, we would lay aside our spiritual Armour, c-acp pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1, av cs pns12 vbdr xx av p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi av po12 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1972 but when we have continual use of it, we still keep it fast buckled unto us, that being arm'd at all points we may be able to make resistance, that we be not be surprized at unawares, but when we have continual use of it, we still keep it fast buckled unto us, that being armed At all points we may be able to make resistance, that we be not be surprised At unawares, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb j n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 av vvb pn31 av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cst vbg vvn p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi n1, cst pns12 vbb xx vbi vvn p-acp av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1973 neither would it be good for us at present if we had not these enemies to stand in awe and fear of, neither would it be good for us At present if we had not these enemies to stand in awe and Fear of, dx vmd pn31 vbi j p-acp pno12 p-acp j cs pns12 vhd xx d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1974 but more inconvenient in divers respects, as wise Scipio that mirrour of wisdome told some, who with no small joy avouched yt the common wealth of Rome was now in safe estate, seeing they had vanquished the Carthaginians, and conquered the Inhabitants of Pontus, neither would he for that onely reason have Carthage destroy'd because it should hinder Rome from sléeping, but more inconvenient in diverse respects, as wise Scipio that mirror of Wisdom told Some, who with no small joy avouched that the Common wealth of Room was now in safe estate, seeing they had vanquished the Carthaginians, and conquered the Inhabitants of Pontus, neither would he for that only reason have Carthage destroyed Because it should hinder Room from sleeping, cc-acp av-dc j p-acp j n2, c-acp j np1 d n1 pp-f n1 vvd d, r-crq p-acp dx j n1 vvn pn31 dt j n1 pp-f vvb vbds av p-acp j n1, vvg pns32 vhd vvn dt njp2, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f np1, av-dx vmd pns31 p-acp d j n1 vhb np1 vvn c-acp pn31 vmd vvi vvi p-acp j-vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1975 yea God himself would have the Hitites, Gargesites, Amorites, Canaanites, Peresites, Hivites, and Jebusites; yea God himself would have the Hittites, Gargesites, amorites, Canaanites, Perseus, Hivites, and Jebusites; uh np1 px31 vmd vhi dt n2, np1, np1, np2, np1, np1, cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1976 strong & warlike Nations to be in ye midst of Israel, lest Israel should sleep in sin and want matter for exercise, fight and conquest here, may be felicity with security never with safety. strong & warlike nations to be in you midst of Israel, lest Israel should sleep in since and want matter for exercise, fight and conquest Here, may be felicity with security never with safety. j cc j n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f np1, cs np1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp n1, vvb cc n1 av, vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1 av-x p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 120
1977 The time when the envious man did sow his séed was whilst Men were in bed, no Servants more orderly use their Masters Talent, The time when the envious man did sow his seed was while Men were in Bed, no Servants more orderly use their Masters Talon, dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vdd vvi po31 n1 vbds cs n2 vbdr p-acp n1, dx n2 av-dc av-j vvi po32 ng1 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 120
1978 then those that ever fear their masters suddain return, no housholder more safe then he who at every watch suspects ye Thiefs entring, Sampson could not be bound till he was first got asleep, wouldst thou not be overcome be not secure flye from the works of darknesse at a great distance, then those that ever Fear their Masters sudden return, no householder more safe then he who At every watch suspects you Thieves entering, Sampson could not be bound till he was First god asleep, Wouldst thou not be overcome be not secure fly from the works of darkness At a great distance, cs d cst av vvb po32 n2 j n1, dx n1 av-dc j cs pns31 r-crq p-acp d n1 vvz pn22 n2 vvg, np1 vmd xx vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vbds ord vvn j, vmd2 pns21 xx vbi j vbb xx j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 120
1979 and consider as well the bitternesse of what will follow, as ye swéetnesse of a momentary pleasure, and Consider as well the bitterness of what will follow, as you sweetness of a momentary pleasure, cc vvi c-acp av dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb vvi, c-acp pn22 n1 pp-f dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 120
1980 an assaulted City must keep a careful watch or it will not long hold out, an assaulted city must keep a careful watch or it will not long hold out, dt vvn n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc pn31 vmb xx av-j vvi av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 120
1981 yea the provident Fenman mends his Banks in Summer left his Ground be drown'd in the winter, and we must so take our leaves of all afflictions, that we reserve a lodging for them and expect their return, yea the provident Fenman mends his Banks in Summer left his Ground be drowned in the winter, and we must so take our leaves of all afflictions, that we reserve a lodging for them and expect their return, uh dt j n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1 vvd po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vmb av vvi po12 n2 pp-f d n2, cst pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc vvi po32 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 121
1982 and so much the rather because what hath been long expected falleth the easier, and evils precogitated strike but weakly. and so much the rather Because what hath been long expected falls the Easier, and evils precogitated strike but weakly. cc av av-d dt av-c p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn vvz dt jc, cc n2-jn j vvi cc-acp av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 121
1983 Sixthly, Afflictions discovers what we are, it make us experimentally know our selves, and be known of others, Sixthly, Afflictions discovers what we Are, it make us experimentally know our selves, and be known of Others, j, n2 vvz r-crq pns12 vbr, pn31 vvz pno12 av-j vvi po12 n2, cc vbi vvn pp-f n2-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 121
1984 whether we be true believers or Hypocrites. whither we be true believers or Hypocrites. cs pns12 vbb j n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 121
1985 First, Our selves, divers play Alexander on the Stage, but few or none in the field, many can suffer Martyrdome in speculation, who being put to it cannot concort a foul Word, we are all Valiant Souldiers till we come to fight, excellent Philosophers, till we come to dispute; First, Our selves, diverse play Alexander on the Stage, but few or none in the field, many can suffer Martyrdom in speculation, who being put to it cannot concort a foul Word, we Are all Valiant Soldiers till we come to fight, excellent Philosophers, till we come to dispute; ord, po12 n2, j n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d cc pix p-acp dt n1, d vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp pn31 vmbx vvi dt j n1, pns12 vbr d j n2 c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, j n2, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1986 good Christians, till we come to master our own Lusts, but it is opposition that gives the tryal, good Christians, till we come to master our own Lustiest, but it is opposition that gives the trial, j np1, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 d n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1987 when corruptions fight against the graces, many while wealth last are very honest men & square dealers, at least seem so, when corruptions fight against the graces, many while wealth last Are very honest men & square dealers, At least seem so, c-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n2, d n1 n1 vvb vbr av j n2 cc j-jn n2, p-acp ds vvb av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1988 yea they will maintain that all hardnesse is to be endured rather then conscience violated or God offended, yea they will maintain that all hardness is to be endured rather then conscience violated or God offended, uh pns32 vmb vvi cst d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-c cs n1 vvn cc np1 vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1989 but fall they into Poverty, & then yt they may maintain themselves, they will lye, deceive, steal, prostitute their Chastity, sell their Consciences, but fallen they into Poverty, & then that they may maintain themselves, they will lie, deceive, steal, prostitute their Chastity, fell their Consciences, cc-acp vvb pns32 p-acp n1, cc av pn31 pns32 vmb vvi px32, pns32 vmb vvi, vvb, vvb, vvb po32 n1, vvb po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1990 and what not, then Hazael before he met with an opportunity could say, What is thy Servant a Dog? & Balaam could brag; and what not, then hazael before he met with an opportunity could say, What is thy Servant a Dog? & balaam could brag; cc q-crq xx, cs np1 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi, q-crq vbz po21 n1 dt n1? cc np1 vmd vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1991 though thou wouldst give me thine house full of Gold, I would not, &c. Yet when it came to the tryal, he did as bad for little or nothing, though thou Wouldst give me thine house full of Gold, I would not, etc. Yet when it Come to the trial, he did as bad for little or nothing, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi pno11 po21 n1 j pp-f n1, pns11 vmd xx, av av c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdd p-acp j c-acp j cc pix, (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1992 but a man is indeed what he is in tryal, if our souls shall like of Christ for a Suitor when we find no other joynture but the Crosse we are sure we are Christians. but a man is indeed what he is in trial, if our Souls shall like of christ for a Suitor when we find no other jointure but the Cross we Are sure we Are Christians. cc-acp dt n1 vbz av q-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1, cs po12 n2 vmb vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr j pns12 vbr np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 121
1993 Secondly, That others may know us, a Souldier is best known in the front of 〈 ◊ 〉 battle, a Pilot in a storm, a nin•ble activ• man in a Race, Secondly, That Others may know us, a Soldier is best known in the front of 〈 ◊ 〉 battle, a Pilot in a storm, a nin•ble activ• man in a Raze, ord, cst n2-jn vmb vvi pno12, dt n1 vbz js vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 121
1994 and a Champion in t• Lists. and a Champion in t• Lists. cc dt n1 p-acp n1 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 121
1995 How well the strings of an Instr•ment are tuned & set, is best known when they are touched by the hand of a skilful Musitian: How well the strings of an Instr•ment Are tuned & Set, is best known when they Are touched by the hand of a skilful Musician: uh-crq av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn cc vvn, vbz js vvn c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 121
1996 There must be differences amongst you, saith S. Paul, yt the approved may be known, 1 Cor. 11.19. For as thrashing seperates the straw, There must be differences among you, Says S. Paul, that the approved may be known, 1 Cor. 11.19. For as thrashing separates the straw, pc-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp pn22, vvz n1 np1, pn31 dt j-vvn vmb vbi vvn, vvn np1 crd. c-acp c-acp vvg vvz dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 121
1997 and winnowing ye Chaffe from the Corn, so persecution seperates the Hypocrite from the Company of Believers, Luke 22.31. When a serving-man follows two men walking together, we cannot tell which is his Master till they part, and winnowing the Chaff from the Corn, so persecution separates the Hypocrite from the Company of Believers, Lycia 22.31. When a Serving man follows two men walking together, we cannot tell which is his Master till they part, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av crd. c-crq dt n1 vvz crd n2 vvg av, pns12 vmbx vvi r-crq vbz po31 n1 c-acp pns32 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 121
1998 so when the Gospel and outward prosperity go together it is hard to judge which is most respected. so when the Gospel and outward Prosperity go together it is hard to judge which is most respected. av c-crq dt n1 cc j n1 vvb av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz av-ds vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 121
1999 We all call our selves Christians. We all call our selves Christians. pns12 d vvb po12 n2 np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2000 Why it is an honourable thing to be so accounted, but who are such is known onely where the power of Godlinesse is in contempt. Why it is an honourable thing to be so accounted, but who Are such is known only where the power of Godliness is in contempt. c-crq pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn, cc-acp r-crq vbr d vbz vvn av-j c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2001 Oh how wicked men manifest their hatred & enmity against God and his people, so soon us persecution ariseth because of ye word. O how wicked men manifest their hatred & enmity against God and his people, so soon us persecution arises Because of the word. uh q-crq j n2 vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, av av pns12 n1 vvz p-acp pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2002 There is no tryal of friendship but in adversity, he yt is not ashamed of my Bonds nor daunted with my Checks, There is no trial of friendship but in adversity, he that is not ashamed of my Bonds nor daunted with my Checks, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc-acp p-acp n1, pns31 pn31 vbz xx j pp-f po11 n2 ccx vvn p-acp po11 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2003 nor alienated with my disgrace is a friend for me, one dram of ye mans love is worth a world of Inconstant formality, nor alienated with my disgrace is a friend for me, one dram of the men love is worth a world of Inconstant formality, ccx vvn p-acp po11 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno11, crd n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vbz j dt n1 pp-f j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2004 but the friend is false hearted, who observes me onely for his own ends, affliction trieth whether a man hath grace in his heart or no, set an empty Pitcher (the resemblance a wicked man) to ye fire it crack presently, but the friend is false hearted, who observes me only for his own ends, affliction trieth whither a man hath grace in his heart or no, Set an empty Pitcher (the resemblance a wicked man) to you fire it Crac presently, cc-acp dt n1 vbz j vvn, r-crq vvz pno11 av-j p-acp po31 d n2, n1 vvz cs dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc uh-dx, vvb dt j n1 (dt n1 dt j n1) p-acp pn22 vvb pn31 vvi av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2005 wheras the full (which resembles the Child of God) will abide boyling afflictions, are the waters wher our Gideon will try whether we are fit Souldiers to fight the Battel of faith. whereas the full (which resembles the Child of God) will abide boiling afflictions, Are the waters where our gideon will try whither we Are fit Soldiers to fight the Battle of faith. cs dt j (r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1) vmb vvi vvg n2, vbr dt n2 c-crq po12 np1 vmb vvi cs pns12 vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2006 A faithful wife said Bradford is never try'd so to be until she be assaulted, nor a faithful Christian so approved till proved by affliction. A faithful wife said Bradford is never tried so to be until she be assaulted, nor a faithful Christian so approved till proved by affliction. dt j n1 vvd np1 vbz av-x vvn av pc-acp vbi c-acp pns31 vbb vvn, ccx dt j njp av vvn c-acp vvn p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2007 None but a regenerate heart can chuse rather to suffer affliction with the People of God, rather then to enjoy the pleasures of Sin for a season. None but a regenerate heart can choose rather to suffer affliction with the People of God, rather then to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season. pix p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vmb vvi av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-c cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2008 A litle intreaty will serve to move Nature to be good to it self: A little entreaty will serve to move Nature to be good to it self: dt j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2009 but to persist, in actions of goodnesse, though Tiranny torment death and hell stood in our way, this is that which shall be Crown'd with Glory: finally; but to persist, in actions of Goodness, though Tyranny torment death and hell stood in our Way, this is that which shall be Crowned with Glory: finally; cc-acp pc-acp vvi, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs n1 vvb n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp po12 n1, d vbz d r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1: av-j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2010 affliction and persecution is both a whetstone and touchstone to each particular Grace, it humbles the spirits of the repentant, trieth the faith and patience of the sincere Christian, affliction and persecution is both a whetstone and touchstone to each particular Grace, it humbles the spirits of the repentant, trieth the faith and patience of the sincere Christian, n1 cc n1 vbz d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1, pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j, vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j njp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2011 but hardeneth the hearts of the ungodly, for wicked men grow worse after affliction as water grows cold after any heat, but Hardeneth the hearts of the ungodly, for wicked men grow Worse After affliction as water grows cold After any heat, cc-acp vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j, c-acp j n2 vvb av-jc p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvz j-jn p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2012 yea like some beasts they are mad with Baiting, if crosses of losses rush in upon them they fall to the Language of Job's Wife, Curse God and dye; or to that of the King of Israels Messenger, Why should I serve God any longer, 2 Kings 6.33. yea like Some beasts they Are mad with Baiting, if Crosses of losses rush in upon them they fallen to the Language of Job's Wife, Curse God and die; or to that of the King of Israel's Messenger, Why should I serve God any longer, 2 Kings 6.33. uh vvb d n2 pns32 vbr j p-acp vvg, cs n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp p-acp pno32 pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb np1 cc vvi; cc p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi np1 d av-jc, crd n2 crd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 122
2013 Seventhly, The Lord by this evil of Chastisement for sins past, preventeth the evils of sin, Seventhly, The Lord by this evil of Chastisement for Sins past, preventeth the evils of since, crd, dt n1 p-acp d n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp n2 j, vvz dt n2-jn pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 122
2014 and greater punishments for the time to come, we are chastened of the Lord saith the Holy Ghost that we might not be condemned in the world, 1 Cor. 11.32. If we be not chastened here we shall be condemned hereafter, erring souls be Corrected that they may be Converted, not confounded. and greater punishments for the time to come, we Are chastened of the Lord Says the Holy Ghost that we might not be condemned in the world, 1 Cor. 11.32. If we be not chastened Here we shall be condemned hereafter, erring Souls be Corrected that they may be Converted, not confounded. cc jc n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j n1 cst pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd. cs pns12 vbb xx vvn av pns12 vmb vbi vvn av, j-vvg n2 vbb vvn cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, xx vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 122
2015 If Paul had not been buffeted by Satan and wicked men ▪ he had been exalted out of measure, 2 Cor. 12.7. Pride is so dangerous a poison, that of another poison there was confected a counter-poison to preserve him from it, God would rather suffer this choson vessel to fail into some infirmity, If Paul had not been buffeted by Satan and wicked men ▪ he had been exalted out of measure, 2 Cor. 12.7. Pride is so dangerous a poison, that of Another poison there was confected a counterpoison to preserve him from it, God would rather suffer this choson vessel to fail into Some infirmity, cs np1 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp np1 cc j n2 ▪ pns31 vhd vbn vvn av pp-f n1, crd np1 crd. n1 vbz av j dt n1, cst pp-f j-jn n1 a-acp vbds vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31, np1 vmd av-c vvi d n1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2016 then to be proud of his singular priviledges. then to be proud of his singular privileges. cs pc-acp vbi j pp-f po31 j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2017 Lest I should be exalted above measure, through the abundance, through the abundance of Revelations (there was ye poison of Pride inst•uating it self) I had a Thorn in the flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet me, there was the Counter-poyson or Antidote which did at once make him both sick and whole, Lest I should be exalted above measure, through the abundance, through the abundance of Revelations (there was the poison of Pride inst•uating it self) I had a Thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet me, there was the Counterpoison or Antidote which did At once make him both sick and Whole, cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 (pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg pn31 n1) pns11 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno11, pc-acp vbds dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vdd p-acp a-acp vvi pno31 d j cc j-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2018 yea we gain strength by every new fall, from hence issues deeper Humiliation, stronger hatred of sin, fresh indignation against our selves, more experience of ye deceitfulnesse of our hearts, renewed resolutions, yea we gain strength by every new fallen, from hence issues Deeper Humiliation, Stronger hatred of since, fresh Indignation against our selves, more experience of you deceitfulness of our hearts, renewed resolutions, uh pns12 vvb n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp av vvz jc-jn n1, jc n1 pp-f n1, j n1 p-acp po12 n2, dc n1 pp-f pn22 n1 pp-f po12 n2, j-vvn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2019 until sin be brought under, but my purpose is to speak chiefly of affliction, not sin: until since be brought under, but my purpose is to speak chiefly of affliction, not since: c-acp n1 vbb vvn p-acp, cc-acp po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av-jn pp-f n1, xx n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2020 Bodily sicknesse, saith St. Gregory cleanseth away sins committed, and hindreth those that in health might have been committed, the flesh indeed is nourished by softnesse, Bodily sickness, Says Saint Gregory Cleanseth away Sins committed, and hindereth those that in health might have been committed, the Flesh indeed is nourished by softness, j n1, vvz n1 np1 vvz av n2 vvn, cc vvz d cst p-acp n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn, dt n1 av vbz vvn p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2021 but ye spirit by hardnesse, that is fed by delights and pleasures, this groweth by Bitternesse, •nd hereupon when a religious man pray•d, John the Anchorite to frée him of a cer•ain Ague, he answered him, but you Spirit by hardness, that is fed by delights and pleasures, this grows by Bitterness, •nd hereupon when a religious man pray•d, John the Anchorite to free him of a cer•ain Ague, he answered him, cc-acp pn22 n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, d vvz p-acp n1, vvd av c-crq dt j n1 vvn, np1 dt n1 p-acp j pno31 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vvd pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2022 truly thou de•rest to have a very necessary Companion •ast out of doors, for saith he, truly thou de•rest to have a very necessary Companion •ast out of doors, for Says he, av-j pns21 vv2 pc-acp vhi dt j j n1 vvd av pp-f n2, c-acp vvz pns31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2023 as Cloaths are •ash'd with sope, so is the mind purified by •iseases, & the same may be avered of all •inds of crosses, as Clothes Are •ashed with soap, so is the mind purified by •iseases, & the same may be averred of all •inds of Crosses, c-acp n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, av vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, cc dt d vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2 pp-f n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2024 for is it not comonly seen 〈 ◊ 〉 the pleasures of the Body are the poisons •f the Soul: for is it not commonly seen 〈 ◊ 〉 the pleasures of the Body Are the poisons •f the Soul: c-acp vbz pn31 xx av-j vvn 〈 sy 〉 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt ng1 n1 dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2025 heap riches and honours upon 〈 ◊ 〉 evil man, you do but Minister wine 〈 ◊ 〉 him that hath a feaver: heap riches and honours upon 〈 ◊ 〉 evil man, you do but Minister wine 〈 ◊ 〉 him that hath a fever: vvb n2 cc n2 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 n-jn n1, pn22 vdb p-acp vvi n1 〈 sy 〉 pno31 cst vhz dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2026 saith Aristotle, •oney to one oppressed with Cheller, and •eat to one troubled with Morbus Co•aliacus, which increaseth ye disease, saith •utarch: for as Noah was drunk with his •on wine, Says Aristotle, •oney to one oppressed with Cheller, and •eat to one troubled with Morbus Co•aliacus, which increases you disease, Says •utarch: for as Noah was drunk with his •on wine, vvz np1, n1 p-acp pi vvn p-acp np1, cc j p-acp pi vvn p-acp fw-la np1, r-crq vvz pn22 n1, vvz ng1: p-acp c-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2027 so the cup of prosperity hath in•ricated many a soul, & God hath no worse • … eants in our Land then they, that can • … e of their Lands, so the cup of Prosperity hath in•ricated many a soul, & God hath no Worse • … eants in our Land then they, that can • … e of their Lands, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn d dt n1, cc np1 vhz dx jc • … ng1-jn p-acp po12 n1 cs pns32, cst vmb • … sy pp-f po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2028 & care for nothing else, • … monly where is no want is much wan• … nnesse, & care for nothing Else, • … monly where is no want is much wan• … nnesse, cc vvb p-acp pix av, • … av-j q-crq vbz dx n1 vbz d n1 … n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2029 & as we grow rich in temporals, 〈 ◊ 〉 grow poor in spirituals. Nabal cannot •und but he must surfeit. & as we grow rich in temporals, 〈 ◊ 〉 grow poor in spirituals. Nabal cannot •und but he must surfeit. cc c-acp pns12 vvb j p-acp n2, 〈 sy 〉 vvb j p-acp n2. np1 vmbx vvi cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2030 Tertulus cannot 〈 ◊ 〉 Eloquent, but he must turn the edge of 〈 ◊ 〉 wit against the Gospel. Tertulus cannot 〈 ◊ 〉 Eloquent, but he must turn the edge of 〈 ◊ 〉 wit against the Gospel. np1 vmbx 〈 sy 〉 j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2031 Many cannot • … e beauty but they must love their faces •ore then their souls. Many cannot • … e beauty but they must love their faces •ore then their Souls. np1 vmbx • … sy n1 cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 av-dc cs po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 123
2032 The enjoyment of ye •orlds peace might add to my content, but it will endanger my soul. The enjoyment of the •orlds peace might add to my content, but it will endanger my soul. dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vmd vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi po11 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2033 How oft doth the recovery of the body, state or mind, occasion a relapse in the Soul. All the life of Solomon was full of prosperity, How oft does the recovery of the body, state or mind, occasion a relapse in the Soul. All the life of Solomon was full of Prosperity, uh-crq av vdz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1, n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2034 & therefore we find yt Solomon did much forget God, but ye whole life of David had many enemies and much adversity, & Therefore we find that Solomon did much forget God, but you Whole life of David had many enemies and much adversity, cc av pns12 vvb pn31 np1 vdd av-d vvi np1, cc-acp pn22 j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vhd d n2 cc d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2035 and therefore we sée by his penitential Psalms, and others, that David did much remember God, and Therefore we see by his penitential Psalms, and Others, that David did much Remember God, cc av pns12 vvb p-acp po31 j n2, cc n2-jn, cst np1 vdd av-d vvi np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2036 & indeed if God did not often visit us we should serve him as ye women of Tartary do their husbands, who Marry if they be absent but Twenty days: & indeed if God did not often visit us we should serve him as you women of Tartary do their Husbands, who Marry if they be absent but Twenty days: cc av cs np1 vdd xx av vvi pno12 pns12 vmd vvi pno31 c-acp pn22 n2 pp-f np1 vdb po32 n2, r-crq uh cs pns32 vbb j p-acp crd n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2037 but the fire of correction eats out the rust of corruption, many are able to say they have learned to stand by falling, got strength by weakness, burnt child dreads the fire, but the fire of correction eats out the rust of corruption, many Are able to say they have learned to stand by falling, god strength by weakness, burned child dreads the fire, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1, d vbr j pc-acp vvi pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, vvd n1 p-acp n1, vvd n1 vvz dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2038 & a broken bone well set is faster ever after, like Trées we take déeper root by shaking, & a broken bone well Set is faster ever After, like Trees we take Deeper root by shaking, cc dt j-vvn n1 av vvn vbz jc av a-acp, av-j n2 pns12 vvb jc-jn n1 p-acp vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2039 and like Torches we flame the Brighter for brusting and knocking, God suffered Satan to spoil Job of his substance, rob him of his Children, punish him in the body; and like Torches we flame the Brighter for bursting and knocking, God suffered Satan to spoil Job of his substance, rob him of his Children, Punish him in the body; cc j n2 pns12 vvb dt jc p-acp vvg cc vvg, np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno31 pp-f po31 n2, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2040 yet mark but the sequel well and you shall find that he was crost with a blessing, yet mark but the sequel well and you shall find that he was crossed with a blessing, av vvb p-acp dt n1 av cc pn22 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2041 as the Physitian in making of Treacle or Mithridate for his patient, useth serpents adders and such like poyson, that he may drive out one poyson with another, as the physician in making of Treacle or Mithridate for his patient, uses Serpents Adders and such like poison, that he may drive out one poison with Another, c-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz n2 n2 cc d j n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2042 even so our spiritual Physitian is pleas'd to use the Malice of Satan and wicked men, even so our spiritual physician is pleased to use the Malice of Satan and wicked men, av av po12 j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2043 when he tempereth us the Cup of affliction, that hereby he may expel one evil with another: yea two evils with one: when he tempereth us the Cup of affliction, that hereby he may expel one evil with Another: yea two evils with one: c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi pi j-jn p-acp j-jn: uh crd n2-jn p-acp crd: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2044 namely, the evil of sin, and the evil of punishment, and that both Temporal and Eternal, God suffers us to be afflicted because he will not suffer us to be damn'd, such is the goodnesse of our heavenly Father to us, that even his anger proceeds from Mercy, he scourgeth the flesh that the spirit may be saved in the day of Iesus Christ, 1 Cor. 5.5. Yea Joseph was therefore abased in the Dungeon that his advancement might be the greater. namely, the evil of since, and the evil of punishment, and that both Temporal and Eternal, God suffers us to be afflicted Because he will not suffer us to be damned, such is the Goodness of our heavenly Father to us, that even his anger proceeds from Mercy, he scourges the Flesh that the Spirit may be saved in the day of Iesus christ, 1 Cor. 5.5. Yea Joseph was Therefore abased in the Dungeon that his advancement might be the greater. av, dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc cst d j cc j, np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn, d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp pno12, cst av po31 n1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vvn np1 crd. uh np1 vbds av vvd p-acp dt n1 cst po31 n1 vmd vbi dt jc. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2045 It is true in our thoughts, we often speak for the flesh, as Abraham did for Ishmael: Oh! ye Ishmael might live in thy sight: It is true in our thoughts, we often speak for the Flesh, as Abraham did for Ishmael: Oh! you Ishmael might live in thy sighed: pn31 vbz j p-acp po12 n2, pns12 av vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1: uh pn22 np1 vmd vvi p-acp po21 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2046 No, God takes away Ishmael and gives Isaac, he withdraws the pleasure of the flesh, No, God Takes away Ishmael and gives Isaac, he withdraws the pleasure of the Flesh, uh-dx, np1 vvz av np1 cc vvz np1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2047 & gives delight to ye Soul, crossing us in our wills, that he may advance our Benifit. & gives delight to you Soul, crossing us in our wills, that he may advance our Benefit. cc vvz n1 p-acp pn22 n1, vvg pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2048 A Man is sick of Pleuriste, the Physitian lets him Blood, he is content with it, the arm shall smart to ease the heart. A Man is sick of pleurisy, the physician lets him Blood, he is content with it, the arm shall smart to ease the heart. dt n1 vbz j pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz pno31 n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp pn31, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2049 The Covetous man hath a Pleuriste of Riches, God lets him blood by poverty, let him be patient, it is a course to save his soul. The Covetous man hath a pleurisy of Riches, God lets him blood by poverty, let him be patient, it is a course to save his soul. dt j n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 vvz pno31 n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno31 vbi j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 124
2050 Though affliction he hard of Digestion to the natural man, yet the shéep of Christ know that to féed upon this salt Marsh is the onely preservative against the rot, ye experienced Christian knowe that it is good for the soul, yt the body is somtimes sick, Though affliction he hard of Digestion to the natural man, yet the sheep of christ know that to feed upon this salt Marsh is the only preservative against the rot, you experienced Christian know that it is good for the soul, that the body is sometimes sick, cs n1 pns31 av-j pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb cst pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 j-vvn np1 vvb cst pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, pn31 dt n1 vbz av j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2051 & therefore to have his inward man cured, he is content his outward man should be diseased, & Therefore to have his inward man cured, he is content his outward man should be diseased, cc av pc-acp vhi po31 j n1 vvn, pns31 vbz j po31 j n1 vmd vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2052 & cares not so the sin of his soul may be lessened, though the sores of his flesh be increased, it is better saith S. Hierom to have a sick stomack then a grieved mind, & Cares not so the since of his soul may be lessened, though the sores of his Flesh be increased, it is better Says S. Hieronymus to have a sick stomach then a grieved mind, cc vvz xx av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cs dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbi vvn, pn31 vbz j vvz n1 np1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1 cs dt j-vvn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2053 yea be desires with Saint Augustine ye God will send him any plague rather then the plague of ye Heart, yea be Desires with Saint Augustine you God will send him any plague rather then the plague of you Heart, uh vbi n2 p-acp n1 np1 pn22 n1 vmb vvi pno31 d n1 av-c cs dt n1 pp-f pn22 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2054 and why is it not so with thée? I hope thou desirest thy souls safety •bove all, and why is it not so with thee? I hope thou Desirest thy Souls safety •bove all, cc q-crq vbz pn31 xx av p-acp pno21? pns11 vvb pns21 vv2 po21 n2 n1 vvb d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2055 and thou knowest the stomack that is purged must be content to part with some good nourishment, yt it may deliver it self of more evil humour. and thou Knowest the stomach that is purged must be content to part with Some good nourishment, that it may deliver it self of more evil humour. cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 cst vbz vvn vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, pn31 pn31 vmb vvi pn31 n1 pp-f dc j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2056 Of what kind soever sufferings be, it is doubtlesse the fittest for thy souls recovery, or else God the onely wise Physitian would not apoint it; Of what kind soever sufferings be, it is doubtless the Fittest for thy Souls recovery, or Else God the only wise physician would not appoint it; pp-f r-crq n1 av n2 vbi, pn31 vbz av-j dt js p-acp po21 n2 n1, cc av np1 dt j j n1 vmd xx vvb pn31; (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2057 now who would not be willing to Bleed, when by ye means an inveterate sickness may be prevented? yea it is a happy bloodlett•ng which saves the life, which made S. Augustine say unto God: now who would not be willing to Bleed, when by the means an inveterate sickness may be prevented? yea it is a happy bloodlett•ng which saves the life, which made S. Augustine say unto God: av q-crq vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi, c-crq p-acp dt n2 dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn? uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, r-crq vvd np1 np1 vvb p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2058 Let my Body be Crucified, or Burnt, or do with it what thou wilt, so thou save my soul. Let my Body be crucified, or Burned, or do with it what thou wilt, so thou save my soul. vvb po11 n1 vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vdb p-acp pn31 r-crq pns21 vm2, av pns21 p-acp po11 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2059 And another, Let me swim through a River of Boyling Brimstone to live eternally happy, rather then dwell in a Paradise of pleasure to be damned after death. And Another, Let me swim through a River of Boiling Brimstone to live eternally happy, rather then dwell in a Paradise of pleasure to be damned After death. cc j-jn, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi av-j j, av-c cs vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 125
2060 Eightly, That we may have an humble conceit of our selves, & wholy depend upon God. Eighth, That we may have an humble conceit of our selves, & wholly depend upon God. ord, cst pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc av-jn vvi p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 125
2061 We received the sentence of death in our selves saith the Apostle, because we should not trust in our selves, We received the sentence of death in our selves Says the Apostle, Because we should not trust in our selves, pns12 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2 vvz dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 125
2062 but in God ye •iseth us up from ye dead, 2 Cor. 1.9. When Babes are afraid, they cast themselves into ye Arms & Bosome of their Mother. but in God you •iseth us up from you dead, 2 Cor. 1.9. When Babes Are afraid, they cast themselves into you Arms & Bosom of their Mother. cc-acp p-acp np1 pn22 vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp pn22 j, crd np1 crd. c-crq n2 vbr j, pns32 vvd px32 p-acp pn22 n2 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 125
2063 A Hen •eading her Chickens into the sun, they fall 〈 ◊ 〉 playing with ye Dust, she may cluck them to her long enough they will not come, A Hen •eading her Chickens into the sun, they fallen 〈 ◊ 〉 playing with you Dust, she may cluck them to her long enough they will not come, dt n1 vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb 〈 sy 〉 vvg p-acp pn22 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 j av-d pns32 vmb xx vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 125
2064 but when they see the Kite, then they come without calling, and so it fares with Gods Children, till affliction comes the prodigal •ever thought of his Father till he wanted Husks, the Widdow yt is left alone trusteth in God, saith ye Apostle, 1 Tim. 5.5. Who when she had an Husband leaned too much upon him, the poor man depends not upon the relief of others till he finds nothing at home, till our means is spent we are apt to trust in uncertain riches, but when they see the Kite, then they come without calling, and so it fares with God's Children, till affliction comes the prodigal •ever Thought of his Father till he wanted Husks, the Widow that is left alone Trusteth in God, Says you Apostle, 1 Tim. 5.5. Who when she had an Husband leaned too much upon him, the poor man depends not upon the relief of Others till he finds nothing At home, till our means is spent we Are apt to trust in uncertain riches, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp vvg, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp npg1 n2, c-acp n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 vvd pp-f po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd n2, dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn av-j vvz p-acp np1, vvz pn22 n1, vvn np1 crd. q-crq q-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 vvd av av-d p-acp pno31, dt j n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn c-acp pns31 vvz pix p-acp n1-an, c-acp po12 n2 vbz vvn pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 125
2065 but after in ye name of the Lord, Zeph. 3.12. Asa bore himself hold upon his forces, but After in you name of the Lord, Zephaniah 3.12. Asa boar himself hold upon his forces, cc-acp c-acp p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vvd px31 vvi p-acp po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 125
2066 as being five hundred and fourscore thousand strong, till he was overmatch'd with an Army of a thousand thousand Ethiopians, this made him cry: as being five hundred and fourscore thousand strong, till he was overmatched with an Army of a thousand thousand Ethiopians, this made him cry: c-acp vbg crd crd cc crd crd j, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd crd njp2, d vvd pno31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2067 Help us O Lord our God for we rest on thee, 2 Chron. 14. I thought in my prosperity, saith David, I shall never be moved but thou didst hide thy face & I was troubled, then cryed I unto thée: Help us O Lord our God for we rest on thee, 2 Chronicles 14. I Thought in my Prosperity, Says David, I shall never be moved but thou didst hide thy face & I was troubled, then cried I unto thee: vvb pno12 sy n1 po12 n1 c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno21, crd np1 crd pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1, vvz np1, pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn cc-acp pns21 vdd2 vvi po21 n1 cc pns11 vbds vvn, av vvd pns11 p-acp pno21: (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2068 It is high time to humble them that do not find themselves to stand in need of God, who so nourisheth his Servant daintily from his Childhood, shall after find him stubborn in prosperity; It is high time to humble them that do not find themselves to stand in need of God, who so Nourishes his Servant daintily from his Childhood, shall After find him stubborn in Prosperity; pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vdb xx vvi px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av vvz po31 n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, vmb p-acp vvi pno31 j p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2069 We are apt to think our selves men good enough, we see not our néed of God, We Are apt to think our selves men good enough, we see not our need of God, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 n2 j av-d, pns12 vvb xx po12 n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2070 but let him send the Crosse it confutes us presently of our nothingnesse: but let him send the Cross it confutes us presently of our nothingness: cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi dt n1 pn31 vvz pno12 av-j pp-f po12 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2071 even St. Paul was sick of this disease, he began to be puft up untill the Messenger of Satan was sent to take him down, 2 Cor. 12.7. And St. Peter, Math. 26.33. Though all men should forsake thee yet I will never forsake thee, bravely promised, even Saint Paul was sick of this disease, he began to be puffed up until the Messenger of Satan was sent to take him down, 2 Cor. 12.7. And Saint Peter, Math. 26.33. Though all men should forsake thee yet I will never forsake thee, bravely promised, av n1 np1 vbds j pp-f d n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, crd np1 crd. cc n1 np1, np1 crd. cs d n2 vmd vvi pno21 av pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno21, av-j vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2072 but Peter ye same night sware I know not the man, cowardly answered; It is one thing to suffer in speculation and another in practice. but Peter you same night sware I know not the man, cowardly answered; It is one thing to suffer in speculation and Another in practice. cc-acp np1 pn22 d n1 vvd pns11 vvb xx dt n1, av-j vvn; pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc j-jn p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2073 It is common for men to brag and crack of what they can do, yea one that hath but a wooden head and leaden heart, It is Common for men to brag and Crac of what they can do, yea one that hath but a wooden head and leaden heart, pn31 vbz j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cc n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb vdi, uh crd cst vhz p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2074 how wil he help it out with a brazen face, and a golden hand: how will he help it out with a brazen face, and a golden hand: q-crq vmb pns31 vvi pn31 av p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2075 for being as great in Pride as he is small in desert, he Will kéep a doe in an audactous Masterlynesse, for being as great in Pride as he is small in desert, he Will keep a doe in an audactous Masterlynesse, c-acp vbg a-acp j p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2076 as if with Symon Magus he would beat down all with large proffers, but this cannot be so pleasing to Nature as it is hateful to God, as if with Symon Magus he would beatrice down all with large proffers, but this cannot be so pleasing to Nature as it is hateful to God, c-acp cs p-acp np1 np1 pns31 vmd vvi a-acp d p-acp j n2, cc-acp d vmbx vbi av vvg p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2077 neither can there be a worse sign of ensuing evil, than for a man in a Carnal presumption to vaunt out his own abilities: neither can there be a Worse Signen of ensuing evil, than for a man in a Carnal presumption to vaunt out his own abilities: dx vmb pc-acp vbi dt jc n1 pp-f j-vvg n-jn, cs p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 d n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2078 how justly doth God suffer ye man to be foiled purposely that he may be ashamed of his own vain self confidence. how justly does God suffer you man to be foiled purposely that he may be ashamed of his own vain self confidence. c-crq av-j vdz np1 vvi pn22 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av cst pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f po31 d j n1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2079 At hath been profitable for proud men saith St. Augustine to fall into some grosse offence, At hath been profitable for proud men Says Saint Augustine to fallen into Some gross offence, p-acp vhz vbn j p-acp j n2 vvz n1 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2080 for they have not lost so much by their fall as they have got by being down, it is better to be humble under sin then to •e proud of grace, of ye two to be a Pharisee is worse than to be a Publican, to be proud of good endowments is worse than to have neither pride nor good endowments, for they have not lost so much by their fallen as they have god by being down, it is better to be humble under since then to •e proud of grace, of you two to be a Pharisee is Worse than to be a Publican, to be proud of good endowments is Worse than to have neither pride nor good endowments, c-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn av av-d p-acp po32 n1 c-acp pns32 vhb vvn p-acp vbg a-acp, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 av pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, pp-f pn22 crd pc-acp vbi dt np1 vbz jc cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n2 vbz jc cs pc-acp vhi dx n1 ccx j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2081 yea in this case ye party is not onely bettered, but others learn humility thereby, yea in this case you party is not only bettered, but Others Learn humility thereby, uh p-acp d n1 pn22 n1 vbz xx av-j vvn, cc-acp n2-jn vvb n1 av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2082 for who can •o other than yearn and fear to see so rich and goodly a vessel split as David or Solomon was. for who can •o other than yearn and Fear to see so rich and goodly a vessel split as David or Solomon was. p-acp r-crq vmb vvi j-jn cs vvi cc vvb pc-acp vvi av j cc av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc np1 vbds. (13) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 126
2083 Again it makes us pitiful and compassionate to others, they (said Sophocles ) are usually the most compassionate to others, who have suffered miseries themselves, Again it makes us pitiful and compassionate to Others, they (said Sophocles) Are usually the most compassionate to Others, who have suffered misery's themselves, av pn31 vvz pno12 j cc j p-acp n2-jn, pns32 (vvd np1) vbr av-j dt av-ds j p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vhb vvn n2 px32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 126
2084 & what saith the Tyrian Queen: Evils have taught me to bemoan all that affliction makes to groan. & what Says the Tyrian Queen: Evils have taught me to bemoan all that affliction makes to groan. cc r-crq vvz dt jp n1: n2-jn vhb vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi d cst n1 vvz pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 126
2085 And Lastly, The Devil hereby is the ated, who if he cannot beat us down with sin, will blow us up with pride. And Lastly, The devil hereby is the ated, who if he cannot beatrice us down with since, will blow us up with pride. cc ord, dt n1 av vbz dt j-vvn, r-crq cs pns31 vmbx vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1, vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2086 He wil undermine us if he cannot overthrow us. And nothing doth more advantage Satan than pride: He will undermine us if he cannot overthrow us. And nothing does more advantage Satan than pride: pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cs pns31 vmbx vvi pno12. cc pix vdz av-dc n1 np1 cs n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2087 For first, a man shall never be a proficient that thinks himself already sufficient. For First, a man shall never be a proficient that thinks himself already sufficient. c-acp ord, dt n1 vmb av-x vbi dt j cst vvz px31 av j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2088 Secondly, When he can poyson our good works with Pharisaism, he makes us by overvaluing them to loose them, confidence in God doth onely support us, without him we are like Vines unpropt, which on the earth do crawl, Secondly, When he can poison our good works with Pharisaism, he makes us by overvaluing them to lose them, confidence in God does only support us, without him we Are like Vines unpropped, which on the earth do crawl, ord, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po12 j n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, n1 p-acp np1 vdz av-j vvi pno12, p-acp pno31 pns12 vbr j n2 vvn, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vdb vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2089 if we escape temptation it is his mercy, if our wills consent not, 'tis his mercy, if we escape temptation it is his mercy, if our wills consent not, it's his mercy, cs pns12 vvb n1 pn31 vbz po31 n1, cs po12 n2 vvb xx, pn31|vbz po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2090 if we consent & the act be hindred tis his mercy, if we fall and rise again by repentance, all is his mercy, if we consent & the act be hindered this his mercy, if we fallen and rise again by Repentance, all is his mercy, cs pns12 vvb cc dt n1 vbb vvn pn31|vbz po31 n1, cs pns12 vvb cc vvi av p-acp n1, d vbz po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2091 neither are we sufficient of our selves to think much less to speak, lest of all to do yt which is good, 2 Cor. 3.5. We have no good, we do no good, neither Are we sufficient of our selves to think much less to speak, lest of all to do that which is good, 2 Cor. 3.5. We have no good, we do no good, av-dx vbr pns12 j pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vvi av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi, cs pp-f d pc-acp vdi pn31 r-crq vbz j, crd np1 crd. pns12 vhb dx j, pns12 vdb dx j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2092 but we may we must thank grace for it, which is al in all, yea can bear no fruit faith our Saviour except ye abide in me, John 15.4. Ye more expresly, without me, ye can do nothing, ver. 5. So that we cannot put too much trust in him nor too little in our selves: but we may we must thank grace for it, which is all in all, yea can bear no fruit faith our Saviour except you abide in me, John 15.4. the more expressly, without me, you can do nothing, ver. 5. So that we cannot put too much trust in him nor too little in our selves: cc-acp pns12 vmb pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz d p-acp d, uh vmb vvi dx n1 n1 po12 n1 c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp pno11, np1 crd. dt av-dc av-j, p-acp pno11, pn22 vmb vdi pix, fw-la. crd av cst pns12 vmbx vvi av av-d vvi p-acp pno31 ccx av j p-acp po12 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2093 So proud are we by nature yt before we come to the Tryal we think yt we can repel the strongest assault, and overcom all enemies by our own power, So proud Are we by nature that before we come to the Trial we think that we can repel the Strongest assault, and overcome all enemies by our own power, av j vbr pns12 p-acp n1 pn31 p-acp po12 vvn p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb pn31 pns12 vmb vvi dt js n1, cc vvi d n2 p-acp po12 d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2094 but when we feel our selves vanquished and foyled by every small temptation, we learn to have a more humble conceit of our own ability, but when we feel our selves vanquished and foiled by every small temptation, we Learn to have a more humble conceit of our own ability, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f po12 d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2095 and to depend wholy on the Lord, God wil not give his over til he hath made them kisse ye Rod which the wicked bite, and to depend wholly on the Lord, God will not give his over till he hath made them kiss the Rod which the wicked bite, cc pc-acp vvi av-jn p-acp dt n1, np1 vmb xx vvi po31 a-acp p-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 vvi dt n1 r-crq dt j vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2096 and when he hath brought us to this, the greater submission the more grace, if there be one hollow in the Valley lower then another thither the waters gather, and when he hath brought us to this, the greater submission the more grace, if there be one hollow in the Valley lower then Another thither the waters gather, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d, dt jc n1 dt av-dc n1, cs pc-acp vbb crd j-jn p-acp dt n1 av-jc cs j-jn av dt n2 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2097 & the more lowly we are in Gods eyes, the more lovely we are, the more despicable in our selves, the more acceptable in him. & the more lowly we Are in God's eyes, the more lovely we Are, the more despicable in our selves, the more acceptable in him. cc dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp npg1 n2, dt av-dc j pns12 vbr, dt av-dc j p-acp po12 n2, dt av-dc j p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 127
2098 Ninthly, That we may be conformable to Christ our Head, & like our elder Brother who was consecrated through afflictions, reviled, buffeted, spit upon, Crucified, what not, Ninthly, That we may be conformable to christ our Head, & like our elder Brother who was consecrated through afflictions, reviled, buffeted, spit upon, crucified, what not, ord, cst pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp np1 po12 n1, cc vvb po12 n-jn n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp n2, vvd, vvn, vvb p-acp, vvn, q-crq xx, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 127
2099 for ye Scribes were against him, the Pharisees against him, ye rulers banded themselves against him, ye Atheists against him, Herod & all ye spiteful & envious Jews against him, whose birth was mean, whose life was contemptible, for you Scribes were against him, the Pharisees against him, you Rulers banded themselves against him, you Atheists against him, Herod & all you spiteful & envious jews against him, whose birth was mean, whose life was contemptible, c-acp pn22 n2 vbdr p-acp pno31, dt np2 p-acp pno31, pn22 n2 vvd px32 p-acp pno31, pn22 n2 p-acp pno31, np1 cc d pn22 j cc j np2 p-acp pno31, rg-crq n1 vbds j, rg-crq n1 vbds j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 127
2100 & whose death was ignominious, yea his pallace was a stable, his Courtiers Beasts, his chase of state a Manger, his royal Robes a few rags, no Bells Ring, no Bone-fires proclaim his • … th through the populous stréets, no great Ladys came to visit his mother, & whose death was ignominious, yea his palace was a stable, his Courtiers Beasts, his chase of state a Manger, his royal Robes a few rags, no Bells' Ring, no Bonfires proclaim his • … th through the populous streets, no great Ladys Come to visit his mother, cc rg-crq n1 vbds j, uh po31 n1 vbds dt n1, po31 ng1 n2, po31 n1 pp-f n1 dt n1, po31 j n2 dt d n2, dx n2 vvi, dx n2 vvi po31 • … zz p-acp dt j n2, dx j n2 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 127
2101 & answerable to his ingresse into the world, was hi• progresse in it, & his Egresse out of it. & answerable to his ingress into the world, was hi• progress in it, & his Egress out of it. cc j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vbds n1 n1 p-acp pn31, cc po31 n1 av pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2102 And we must suffer with him that we may be also glorified with him, Rom 8.17. When the Jews offered Iesus Gall and Vinegar he tasted and would not drink, he left the rest for his Church & they must pledge him, whosoever saith our Saviour beareth no• his Crosse and commeth after me cannot be my Disciple, Luke 14.27. For hereunto are ye called saith St. Peter, for Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example ye w• should follow after his steps, 1 Pet. 2.21. Y• … S. Paul made this the most certain Testimony and seal of his adoption here & glory afterwards, having delivered that the spirit of God beareth witnesse with our spirits that we are the Children of God, an• having added, And we must suffer with him that we may be also glorified with him, Rom 8.17. When the jews offered Iesus Gall and Vinegar he tasted and would not drink, he left the rest for his Church & they must pledge him, whosoever Says our Saviour bears no• his Cross and comes After me cannot be my Disciple, Lycia 14.27. For hereunto Are you called Says Saint Peter, for christ also suffered for us, leaving us an Exampl you w• should follow After his steps, 1 Pet. 2.21. Y• … S. Paul made this the most certain Testimony and seal of his adoption Here & glory afterwards, having Delivered that the Spirit of God bears witness with our spirits that we Are the Children of God, an• having added, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cst pns12 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd. c-crq dt np2 vvn np1 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd cc vmd xx vvi, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc pns32 vmb vvi pno31, r-crq vvz po12 n1 vvz n1 po31 n1 cc vvz p-acp pno11 vmbx vbi po11 n1, av crd. c-acp av vbr pn22 vvn vvz n1 np1, p-acp np1 av vvd p-acp pno12, vvg pno12 dt n1 pn22 n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2, vvn np1 crd. n1 … fw-la np1 vvd d dt av-ds j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 av cc vvi av, vhg vvn d dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, n1 vhg vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2103 if we be Children we are also Heirs, even Heirs of God, & joint heir• with Christ, if we be Children we Are also Heirs, even Heirs of God, & joint heir• with christ, cs pns12 vbb n2 pns12 vbr av n2, av n2 pp-f np1, cc j n1 p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2104 then he useth these words, If so be that we suffer with him that we also may be glorified with him, making suffering as a principal condition annexed, which is as if he had said: then he uses these words, If so be that we suffer with him that we also may be glorified with him, making suffering as a principal condition annexed, which is as if he had said: cs pns31 vvz d n2, cs av vbi cst pns12 vvb p-acp pno31 cst pns12 av vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vvg n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvn, r-crq vbz p-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2105 It is impossible we should be Glorified with him, except we first suffer with him, Rom. 8.16,17. It is impossible we should be Glorified with him, except we First suffer with him, Rom. 8.16,17. pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp pns12 ord vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2106 Wherupon having reckoned up all priviledges which migh• Minister unto him, occasion of boasting h• concludeth yt what things were gain unto him, those he accounted loss for Christ, yt he might know ye fellowship of his sufferings, Whereupon having reckoned up all privileges which migh• Minister unto him, occasion of boasting h• Concludeth that what things were gain unto him, those he accounted loss for christ, that he might know you fellowship of his sufferings, c-crq vhg vvn a-acp d n2 r-crq n1 vvb p-acp pno31, n1 pp-f vvg n1 vvz pn31 q-crq n2 vbdr n1 p-acp pno31, d pns31 vvd n1 p-acp np1, pn31 pns31 vmd vvi pn22 n1 pp-f po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2107 & •e made conformable to his death, Phil. 3. •0. so yt as he bare his Cross before he wore his crown, & •e made conformable to his death, Philip 3. •0. so that as he bore his Cross before he wore his crown, cc vbi vvn j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd j. av pn31 c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2108 & began to us in ye cup of his fathers displesure, so we must pledge him our part, & began to us in the cup of his Father's displeasure, so we must pledge him our part, cc vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, av pns12 vmb vvi pno31 po12 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2109 & fill up yt which is behind of his sufferings, Col. • 14. Suffering is the way to reigning, through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Acts 14.22. And indeed who would not be ambitious of the fame entertainment that Christ himself had, & fill up that which is behind of his sufferings, Col. • 14. Suffering is the Way to reigning, through many Tribulations we must enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Acts 14.22. And indeed who would not be ambitious of the fame entertainment that christ himself had, cc vvb a-acp pn31 r-crq vbz a-acp pp-f po31 n2, np1 • crd vvg vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 crd. cc av q-crq vmd xx vbi j pp-f dt n1 n1 cst np1 px31 vhn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2110 yet our sufferings as they are nothing to what our sins have deserved, so they are nothing to what our Saviour hath suffered, yet our sufferings as they Are nothing to what our Sins have deserved, so they Are nothing to what our Saviour hath suffered, av po12 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr pix p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn, av pns32 vbr pix p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2111 for he endured many a little Death all his life long for our sakes & at length ye painful & cursed death of the Crosse, to say nothing of the soul of his sufferings, which his Soul then suffered when he sweat clots of blood in the garden, for he endured many a little Death all his life long for our sakes & At length you painful & cursed death of the Cross, to say nothing of the soul of his sufferings, which his Soul then suffered when he sweat clots of blood in the garden, c-acp pns31 vvd d dt j n1 d po31 n1 av-j p-acp po12 n2 cc p-acp n1 pn22 j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq po31 n1 av vvd c-crq pns31 vvb n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2112 now why must we pledge our Savior & fill up the measure of his sufferings, not that Christs sufferings are incompleat nor to satisfie Gods justice for sin, now why must we pledge our Saviour & fill up the measure of his sufferings, not that Christ sufferings Are incomplete nor to satisfy God's Justice for since, av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n1 cc vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, xx d npg1 n2 vbr j cc pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2113 for yt is done already once for al by him who bare our sins in his body on the trée, for that is done already once for all by him who bore our Sins in his body on the tree, c-acp pn31 vbz vdn av c-acp p-acp d p-acp pno31 r-crq vvd po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2114 neither doth God afflict his Church for any delight he takes in their trouble, for he afflicts not willingly, Lam 3.33. Jer. 31.20. Isa. 63.9. neither does God afflict his Church for any delight he Takes in their trouble, for he afflicts not willingly, Lamb 3.33. Jer. 31.20. Isaiah 63.9. av-dx vdz np1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz xx av-j, n1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 128
2115 Nor yet to shew his soveraignty, Isa. 45.9. Nor is it méerly for his own glory, without any other respect, Nor yet to show his sovereignty, Isaiah 45.9. Nor is it merely for his own glory, without any other respect, ccx av p-acp vvb po31 n1, np1 crd. ccx vbz pn31 av-j p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp d j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2116 but out of pure necessity & abundant love to us, as the reasons both before & after shew, but out of pure necessity & abundant love to us, as the Reasons both before & After show, cc-acp av pp-f j n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n2 d a-acp cc a-acp vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2117 wherefore let us be exhorted in the words of St. Peter, to rejoyce in suffering, Wherefore let us be exhorted in the words of Saint Peter, to rejoice in suffering, q-crq vvb pno12 vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2118 forasmuch as we with all the saints are partakers of Christs sufferings, that when his Glory shall appear we may be glad and rejoyce, 1 Pet. 4.13. And what greater promotion can flesh & blood be capable of, forasmuch as we with all the Saints Are partakers of Christ sufferings, that when his Glory shall appear we may be glad and rejoice, 1 Pet. 4.13. And what greater promotion can Flesh & blood be capable of, av c-acp pns12 p-acp d dt n2 vbr n2 pp-f npg1 n2, cst c-crq po31 n1 vmb vvi pns12 vmb vbi j cc vvi, vvn np1 crd. cc q-crq jc n1 vmb n1 cc n1 vbb j pp-f, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2119 than a conformity to the Lord of glory. than a conformity to the Lord of glory. cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2120 Christ wore a Crown of Thorns for me, & shal I grudge to wear this paper cap for him, said John Huss, when they put a cap upon him that had ugly devils painted on it, with the title of Heresie. Never did neck-kerchief become me so well as this Chain, said Alice Drivers, when they fastned her to ye stake to be burnt, christ wore a Crown of Thorns for me, & shall I grudge to wear this paper cap for him, said John Huss, when they put a cap upon him that had ugly Devils painted on it, with the title of Heresy. Never did neck-kerchief become me so well as this Chain, said Alice Drivers, when they fastened her to the stake to be burned, np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno11, cc vmb pns11 vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 n1 p-acp pno31, vvd np1 np1, c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst vhd j n2 vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av-x vdd n1 vvi pno11 av av c-acp d vvb, vvd np1 n2, c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2121 & what said a French Martyr when a rope was put about his fellows neck? give me that Gold Chain, & what said a French Martyr when a rope was put about his Fellows neck? give me that Gold Chain, cc q-crq vvd dt jp n1 c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1? vvb pno11 d n1 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2122 & dub me a Kt. of that noble order. & dub me a Kt. of that noble order. cc vvb pno11 dt np1 pp-f d j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 129
2123 Tenthly, Afflictions serve to encrease our faith for the time to come, when we consider how the Lord hath delivered us formerly: Tenthly, Afflictions serve to increase our faith for the time to come, when we Consider how the Lord hath Delivered us formerly: ord, n2 vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 av-j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2124 as when Saul tells David thou art not able to go against this great Philistine to fight with him, as when Saul tells David thou art not able to go against this great Philistine to fight with him, c-acp c-crq np1 vvz np1 pns21 vb2r xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j njp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2125 for thou art a Boy, & he a man of War from his youth, what saith David? thy servant kept his fathers Shéep & there came a Lyon, for thou art a Boy, & he a man of War from his youth, what Says David? thy servant kept his Father's Sheep & there Come a lion, c-acp pns21 vb2r dt n1, cc pns31 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz np1? po21 n1 vvd po31 ng1 n1 cc a-acp vvd dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2126 & likewise a Bear, & took a Sheep out of the flock, & I went out after him & smote him, & likewise a Bear, & took a Sheep out of the flock, & I went out After him & smote him, cc av dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc pns11 vvd av p-acp pno31 cc vvd pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2127 & took it out of his mouth, & when he rose against me I caught him by the Beard, & took it out of his Mouth, & when he rose against me I caught him by the Beard, cc vvd pn31 av pp-f po31 n1, cc c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno11 pns11 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2128 & smote him & slew him; so thy servant slew both the Lyon and the Bear. & smote him & slew him; so thy servant slew both the lion and the Bear. cc vvd pno31 cc vvd pno31; av po21 n1 vvd d dt n1 cc dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2129 Therefore (mark the Inferrence) this uncircumcised Philistine shall be as one of them, Therefore (mark the Inference) this uncircumcised Philistine shall be as one of them, av (n1 dt n1) d j njp vmb vbi c-acp pi pp-f pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2130 yea (saith he) the Lord that delivered me out of the paw of the Lyon, yea (Says he) the Lord that Delivered me out of the paw of the lion, uh (vvz pns31) dt n1 cst vvd pno11 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2131 & out of the paw of the Bear, he wil deliver me out of ye hands of this Philistine, 1 Sam. 17.33, to 37. Observe how confidently he speaks: & out of the paw of the Bear, he will deliver me out of the hands of this Philistine, 1 Sam. 17.33, to 37. Observe how confidently he speaks: cc av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d njp, crd np1 crd, p-acp crd vvb c-crq av-j pns31 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2132 God hath delivered me saith Paul out of the mouth of ye Lyon (meaning Nero ) & he will deliver me from every Evil Work, God hath Delivered me Says Paul out of the Mouth of you lion (meaning Nero) & he will deliver me from every Evil Work, np1 vhz vvn pno11 vvz np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn22 n1 (vvg np1) cc pns31 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d j-jn n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2133 & will preserve me unto his Heavenly Kingdome, 2 Tim. 4.17,18. That tree is deepest rooted in the Earth which is most shaken with the Winds, & will preserve me unto his Heavenly Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4.17,18. That tree is Deepest rooted in the Earth which is most shaken with the Winds, cc vmb vvi pno11 p-acp po31 j n1, crd np1 crd. cst n1 vbz js-jn vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz av-ds vvn p-acp dt n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2134 and they weak usually that are planted in pleasant Valleys, so the tree of saith, the more it is •haken with the violent storms of trouble, the faster it becomes rooted by Patience, •e can never be a good Souldier that never hath felt the toyl of a Battel: and they weak usually that Are planted in pleasant Valleys, so the tree of Says, the more it is •haken with the violent storms of trouble, the faster it becomes rooted by Patience, •e can never be a good Soldier that never hath felt the toil of a Battle: cc pns32 j av-j cst vbr vvn p-acp j n2, av dt n1 pp-f vvz, dt av-dc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, dt jc pn31 vvz vvn p-acp n1, n1 vmb av-x vbi dt j n1 cst av vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 129
2135 the more deliverances David had the greater was his faith, for after ye Lord had delivered him often out of extream exigents, the more Deliverances David had the greater was his faith, for After you Lord had Delivered him often out of extreme exigents, dt av-dc n2 np1 vhd dt jc vbds po31 n1, c-acp p-acp pn22 n1 vhd vvn pno31 av av pp-f j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2136 namly from this great Goliah, ye cruelty of Saul, ye unnatural insurrection of Absolom, & the unjust curses of Shimei, he was able to say: namely from this great Goliath, you cruelty of Saul, you unnatural insurrection of Absalom, & the unjust curses of Shimei, he was able to say: av p-acp d j np1, pn22 n1 pp-f np1, pn22 j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2137 I trust in God, neither will I fear what man can do unto me, Psal. 56.4. & in Ps. 3. I will not be afraid for ten thousand of the people that should beset me round, I trust in God, neither will I Fear what man can do unto me, Psalm 56.4. & in Ps. 3. I will not be afraid for ten thousand of the people that should beset me round, pns11 vvb p-acp np1, dx vmb pns11 vvb r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno11, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1 crd pns11 vmb xx vbi j p-acp crd crd pp-f dt n1 cst vmd vvi pno11 av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2138 & in Ps. 18.29. By thée I have broken through an Host, & in thy name have I leaped over a Wall: & in Ps. 18.29. By thee I have broken through an Host, & in thy name have I leapt over a Wall: cc p-acp np1 crd. p-acp pno21 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po21 n1 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2139 we men indéed therefore shut our hands because we have open'd them, making our former Kindnesse arguments of sparing afterwards, we men indeed Therefore shut our hands Because we have opened them, making our former Kindness Arguments of sparing afterwards, pns12 n2 av av vvn po12 n2 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno32, vvg po12 j n1 n2 pp-f vvg av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2140 but contrariwise, God therefore gives because he hath given, making his former favours arguments for more: but contrariwise, God Therefore gives Because he hath given, making his former favours Arguments for more: cc-acp av, np1 av vvz c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, vvg po31 j n2 n2 p-acp av-dc: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2141 that we may live by faith & not by sence, he first strips us of all our earthly confidence, that we may live by faith & not by sense, he First strips us of all our earthly confidence, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc xx p-acp n1, pns31 ord vvz pno12 pp-f d po12 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2142 and then gives us Victory, & not before; and then gives us Victory, & not before; cc av vvz pno12 n1, cc xx a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2143 lest he should be a looser in our gain, his help useth to shew it self in extremity, Daniel is not delivered at the beginning of his trouble, he must first be in the lyons den, lest he should be a looser in our gain, his help uses to show it self in extremity, daniel is not Delivered At the beginning of his trouble, he must First be in the lyons den, cs pns31 vmd vbi dt jc p-acp po12 n1, po31 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1, np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmb ord vbb p-acp dt ng1 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2144 & then he finds it, those thrée servants, Dan. 3.26. are not rescued at the Ovens mouth in the Furnace they are, that is a gracious & well tried faith, that is able to hold out with confidence to the last, like Abraham, who is said to hope against Hope, Rom. 14.18. Which with God is a thing much set by, & then he finds it, those thrée Servants, Dan. 3.26. Are not rescued At the Ovens Mouth in the Furnace they Are, that is a gracious & well tried faith, that is able to hold out with confidence to the last, like Abraham, who is said to hope against Hope, Rom. 14.18. Which with God is a thing much Set by, cc av pns31 vvz pn31, d crd n2, np1 crd. vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr, cst vbz dt j cc av vvd n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord, j np1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd. r-crq p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 av-d vvn p-acp, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2145 yea, such he acounts his Champions & worthies, whence it is many are trained up in trouble all their days, yea, such he accounts his Champions & worthies, whence it is many Are trained up in trouble all their days, uh, d pns31 vvz po31 n2 cc n2-j, c-crq pn31 vbz av-d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp vvi d po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2146 as it fared with David, for as a Bear came to David after a Lyon, as it fared with David, for as a Bear Come to David After a lion, c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2147 & a Gyant after a Bear, & a King after a Gyant, & Philistines after a King, & a Giant After a Bear, & a King After a Giant, & philistines After a King, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc njp2 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2148 & all to make him more hardy and confident in his God: & all to make him more hardy and confident in his God: cc d pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc j cc j p-acp po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2149 so when they that are intended for Christs Champions, have fought with the Devil & their own Lusts, they shall fight with Envy, so when they that Are intended for Christ Champions, have fought with the devil & their own Lustiest, they shall fight with Envy, av c-crq pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp npg1 n2, vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po32 d n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2150 when they have fought with Envy, they shall fight with Poverty, when they have fought with Poverty they shall fight with Infamy, when they have fought with Envy, they shall fight with Poverty, when they have fought with Poverty they shall fight with Infamy, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2151 when they have fought with Infamy, they shall fight with sicknesse, when they have fought with sicknesse, they shall fight with death like a Labourer yt is never out of Work, when they have fought with Infamy, they shall fight with sickness, when they have fought with sickness, they shall fight with death like a Labourer that is never out of Work, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 av-j dt n1 pn31 vbz av-x av pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2152 & this not onely proves but mightily improves their faith: & this not only Proves but mightily improves their faith: cc d xx av-j vvz p-acp av-j vvz po32 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2153 & indeed till we have been delivered out of a lesse trouble, we cannot trust God in a greater. As the Prophet could say: & indeed till we have been Delivered out of a less trouble, we cannot trust God in a greater. As the Prophet could say: cc av c-acp pns12 vhb vbn vvn av pp-f dt av-dc n1, pns12 vmbx vvi np1 p-acp dt jc. p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2154 Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, Instantly follows (and not till then) the Lord heard me, the Lord saw him sinking all the while, Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, Instantly follows (and not till then) the Lord herd me, the Lord saw him sinking all the while, av pp-f dt n2 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp pno21, av-jn vvz (cc xx c-acp av) dt n1 vvd pno11, dt n1 vvd pno31 vvg d dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2155 but lets him alone till he was at the bottom. In the Elevrnth place: but lets him alone till he was At the bottom. In the Elevrnth place: cc-acp vvz pno31 av-j c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt np1 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 130
2156 Our manifold sufferings, and Gods often delivering us, doth increase our joy & thankfulnesse, yea, make after blessings more swéet, by this we have new songs put into our Mouths, Our manifold sufferings, and God's often delivering us, does increase our joy & thankfulness, yea, make After blessings more sweet, by this we have new songs put into our Mouths, po12 j n2, cc n2 av vvg pno12, vdz vvi po12 n1 cc n1, uh, vvb p-acp n2 av-dc j, p-acp d pns12 vhb j n2 vvn p-acp po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2157 & new occasions offered to praise the Authour of our deliverance, when the Lord brought again the Captivity of Sion (saith David in the person of Israel ) we were like them that dream ) (meaning the Happinesse séemed too good to be true) then were our Mouths fil'd with laughter (saith he) and our tongues with joy, the Lord hath done great things for us, whereof we rejoyce, Psal. 136.1,2,3,4. Is any one afflicted, I will say to him as that harbinger answered a Noble man, complaining that he was lodged in so homely a Room, you will take pleasure in it when we are out of it, & new occasions offered to praise the Author of our deliverance, when the Lord brought again the Captivity of Sion (Says David in the person of Israel) we were like them that dream) (meaning the Happiness seemed too good to be true) then were our Mouths filled with laughter (Says he) and our tongues with joy, the Lord hath done great things for us, whereof we rejoice, Psalm 136.1,2,3,4. Is any one afflicted, I will say to him as that harbinger answered a Noble man, complaining that he was lodged in so homely a Room, you will take pleasure in it when we Are out of it, cc j n2 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) pns12 vbdr j pno32 cst vvb) (n1 dt n1 vvd av j pc-acp vbi j) av vbdr po12 n2 vvn p-acp n1 (vvz pns31) cc po12 n2 p-acp n1, dt n1 vhz vdn j n2 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb, np1 crd. vbz d pi vvn, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 vvd dt j n1, vvg cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp av j dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pn31 c-crq pns12 vbr av pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2158 for the more grievous our exigent, the more glorious our advancement. for the more grievous our exigent, the more glorious our advancement. p-acp dt av-dc j po12 n1, dt av-dc j po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2159 A desire accomplished delighteth the soul, Prov. 13.19. We read how that lamentable & sad decree of Ahashuerus through the goodness of God was an occasion excéedingly to increase the Jews joy & thankfulness, insomuch that as the Text saith: A desire accomplished delights the soul, Curae 13.19. We read how that lamentable & sad Decree of Ahasuerus through the Goodness of God was an occasion exceedingly to increase the jews joy & thankfulness, insomuch that as the Text Says: dt n1 vvn vvz dt n1, np1 crd. pns12 vvb c-crq d j cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt n1 av-vvg p-acp vvb dt np2 vvi cc n1, av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2160 The days that were appointed for their death & ruine were turned into days of feasting and joy, and wherein they sent presents every man to his neighbour, The days that were appointed for their death & ruin were turned into days of feasting and joy, and wherein they sent presents every man to his neighbour, dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f vvg cc n1, cc c-crq pns32 vvd n2 d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2161 & gifts to the poor, Esth. 9.17, to 28. And this joy & thankfulnesse was so lasting yt the Jews cease not to celebrate the same unto this day: & Gifts to the poor, Esth. 9.17, to 28. And this joy & thankfulness was so lasting that the jews cease not to celebrate the same unto this day: cc n2 p-acp dt j, np1 crd, p-acp crd cc d n1 cc n1 vbds av vvg pn31 dt np2 vvi xx pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp d n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2162 Gods dealing with us is often harsh in ye begining, hard in the procéeding, but the Conclusion is always comfortable; God's dealing with us is often harsh in the beginning, hard in the proceeding, but the Conclusion is always comfortable; n2 vvg p-acp pno12 vbz av j p-acp dt n-vvg, av-j p-acp dt vvg, cc-acp dt n1 vbz av j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2163 the joy of Peter & the rest of the Church was greater after he was delivered out of prison by the Angel, Acts 12. And the joy of Judith & the rest of Bethalia when she returned with Holoferness head, the joy of Peter & the rest of the Church was greater After he was Delivered out of prison by the Angel, Acts 12. And the joy of Judith & the rest of Bethalia when she returned with Holoferness head, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds jc c-acp pns31 vbds vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, n2 crd cc dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f fw-la c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2164 then if they had never béen in distresse, Judith 13. The Lord deprives us of good things for a time because they never appear in their full Beauty till they turn their backs & be going away: then if they had never been in distress, Judith 13. The Lord deprives us of good things for a time Because they never appear in their full Beauty till they turn their backs & be going away: av cs pns32 vhd av-x vbn p-acp n1, np1 crd dt n1 vvz pno12 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns32 av-x vvb p-acp po32 j n1 c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2 cc vbi vvg av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2165 Again he defers his aid on purpose to encrease our desires before it comes, & our joy & thankfulness when it is come to inflame our desires, Again he defers his aid on purpose to increase our Desires before it comes, & our joy & thankfulness when it is come to inflame our Desires, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31 vvz, cc po12 n1 cc n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2166 for things easily come by are little set by to encrease our joy for that which hath béen long detained, is at last more swéetly obtained, what (think we) did he that was born blind think when his eyes were first given him, for things Easily come by Are little Set by to increase our joy for that which hath been long detained, is At last more sweetly obtained, what (think we) did he that was born blind think when his eyes were First given him, c-acp n2 av-j vvn p-acp vbr av-j vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn, vbz p-acp ord av-dc av-j vvn, r-crq (vvb pns12) vdd pns31 cst vbds vvn j vvi c-crq po31 n2 vbdr ord vvn pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2167 how did he wonder at heaven and earth, the strange and goodly varieties of all the Creatures, how did he wonder At heaven and earth, the strange and goodly varieties of all the Creatures, q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, dt j cc j n2 pp-f d dt n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 131
2168 & chearfulnesse of the light, every thing did not more please then astonish him, as Mothers love their Children more tenderly then Fathers, & cheerfulness of the Light, every thing did not more please then astonish him, as Mother's love their Children more tenderly then Father's, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, d n1 vdd xx n1 vvb av vvi pno31, c-acp ng1 n1 po32 n2 av-dc av-j cs n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2169 because they stood them in more, so we prize the comforts and joys of Gods favour more by having for a season béen deprived of them through afflictions & descretions. Because they stood them in more, so we prize the comforts and Joys of God's favour more by having for a season been deprived of them through afflictions & descretions. c-acp pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp dc, av pns12 vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 av-dc p-acp vhg p-acp dt n1 vbn vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2170 The benefit that comes soon & with ease is easily contemned long & eager pursuit endears any favour. The benefit that comes soon & with ease is Easily contemned long & eager pursuit endears any favour. dt n1 cst vvz av cc p-acp n1 vbz av-j vvn av-j cc j n1 vvz d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2171 The wise men rejoyced excéedingly to find the star, the woman to find her piece of silver, the Virgin Mary to find the Lord Iesus, who always returneth with increase of joy. The wise men rejoiced exceedingly to find the star, the woman to find her piece of silver, the Virgae Marry to find the Lord Iesus, who always returns with increase of joy. dt j n2 vvd av-vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 uh pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1, r-crq av vvz p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2172 He may absent himself for a time, but he intends it only as a preparation to make us relish that swéet food, the better he may kéep us fasting, He may absent himself for a time, but he intends it only as a preparation to make us relish that sweet food, the better he may keep us fasting, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi d j n1, dt av-jc pns31 vmb vvi pno12 vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2173 but it is on purpose that our tryal may be perfect, our deliverance welcome, our Repentance glorious, we never know the worth of a Benefit so well as by the want of it, want teacheth us the worth of things most truly. but it is on purpose that our trial may be perfect, our deliverance welcome, our Repentance glorious, we never know the worth of a Benefit so well as by the want of it, want Teaches us the worth of things most truly. cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cst po12 n1 vmb vbi j, po12 n1 j-jn, po12 n1 j, pns12 av-x vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f n2 av-ds av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2174 Oh! how swéet a thing is peace to them that have béen long troubled with wars and tedious contentions: Oh! how sweet a thing is peace to them that have been long troubled with wars and tedious contentions: uh q-crq j dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp pno32 cst vhb vbn av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2175 how swéet is liberty to one that hath béen long immured within a case of Walls? How dear a jewel is health to him that tumbles in distempered blood for then onely we begin to prize it when we have lost it: how sweet is liberty to one that hath been long immured within a case of Walls? How dear a jewel is health to him that tumbles in distempered blood for then only we begin to prize it when we have lost it: c-crq j vbz n1 p-acp pi cst vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? q-crq j-jn dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp av av-j pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pns12 vhb vvn pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2176 Let a man but fast a Meal or two, O how swéet is brown bread, though it would not down before, we are never so glad of our friends company, Let a man but fast a Meal or two, Oh how sweet is brown bred, though it would not down before, we Are never so glad of our Friends company, vvb dt n1 cc-acp av-j dt n1 cc crd, uh q-crq j vbz j-jn n1, cs pn31 vmd xx a-acp a-acp, pns12 vbr av-x av j pp-f po12 n2 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2177 as when he returns after long absence, or a Tedious Voyage. as when he returns After long absence, or a Tedious Voyage. c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n1, cc dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2178 The Nights darkness makes the light of ye Sun more desirable, & a Calm is best welcome after a tempest. The Nights darkness makes the Light of you Sun more desirable, & a Cam is best welcome After a tempest. dt ng1 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn22 n1 av-dc j, cc dt j-jn vbz js j-jn p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2179 And thus we sée that good things then appear of most worth, when they are known in their wants. And thus we see that good things then appear of most worth, when they Are known in their Wants. cc av pns12 vvb cst j n2 av vvi pp-f ds j, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2180 And as when we would have some fires flame, ye more we sprinkle water upon them. And as when we would have Some fires flame, you more we sprinkle water upon them. cc c-acp c-crq pns12 vmd vhi d n2 n1, pn22 av-dc pns12 vvb n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2181 Even so when the Lord will encrease our joy & thankfulness he allayeth it with the tears of affliction, misery swéetneth joy, Even so when the Lord will increase our joy & thankfulness he allayeth it with the tears of affliction, misery sweeteneth joy, np1 av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi po12 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 vvz n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2182 yea the sorrows of this life shall like a dark veil give a lustre to the glory of the next, yea the sorrows of this life shall like a dark veil give a lustre to the glory of the next, uh dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2183 when the Lord shall turn this water of our earthly affliction into ye wine of gladness, wherewith our souls shal be satiate for ever, when the Lord shall turn this water of our earthly affliction into you wine of gladness, wherewith our Souls shall be satiate for ever, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f n1, c-crq po12 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2184 well then art thou vexed, persecuted, & afflicted by some cruel and malitious Saul, & is it grievous to thée for the present, well then art thou vexed, persecuted, & afflicted by Some cruel and malicious Saul, & is it grievous to thee for the present, av av vb2r pns21 vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp d j cc j np1, cc vbz pn31 j p-acp pno21 p-acp dt j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2185 why that which hath béen hard to suffer is sweet to remember, at last our songs shall be louder then our cries. In the Twelfth place: why that which hath been hard to suffer is sweet to Remember, At last our songs shall be Louder then our cries. In the Twelfth place: c-crq cst r-crq vhz vbn j pc-acp vvi vbz j pc-acp vvi, p-acp ord po12 n2 vmb vbi jc cs po12 n2. p-acp dt ord n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 132
2186 Our sufferings make us teachable, & increase in us spiritual wisdome, Job 36.15. He delivereth ye poor in time of affliction, Our sufferings make us teachable, & increase in us spiritual Wisdom, Job 36.15. He Delivereth you poor in time of affliction, po12 n2 vvb pno12 j, cc vvi p-acp pno12 j n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz pn22 j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 132
2187 & openeth their ear in trouble, and again, Job 33.16. He openeth the ears of men even by their corrections, we are best instructed when we are most afflicted, Pauls outward blindness took away his inward blindnesse, & Openeth their ear in trouble, and again, Job 33.16. He Openeth the ears of men even by their corrections, we Are best instructed when we Are most afflicted, Paul's outward blindness took away his inward blindness, cc vvz po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc av, np1 crd. pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 av p-acp po32 n2, pns12 vbr js vvn c-crq pns12 vbr av-ds vvn, npg1 j n1 vvd av po31 j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2188 & made him sée more into the wa• of life then could all his learning at the féet of Gamaliel, and what saith Neoman upon the cleansing of his Leproste, & made him see more into the wa• of life then could all his learning At the feet of Gamaliel, and what Says Neoman upon the cleansing of his Leopard, cc vvd pno31 vvi av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av vmd d po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2189 now I know there is no God in all the earth but in Israel: O happy Sirian yt was at once cured of his Leproste, & his misprisson of God: now I know there is no God in all the earth but in Israel: Oh happy Sirian that was At once cured of his Leopard, & his misprisson of God: av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc-acp p-acp np1: uh j jp pn31 vbds p-acp a-acp vvn pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2190 the prodigal son regarded not his fathers admonition so long as he enjoyed prosperity, when we smart not we believe not, the prodigal son regarded not his Father's admonition so long as he enjoyed Prosperity, when we smart not we believe not, dt j-jn n1 vvd xx po31 ng1 n1 av av-j c-acp pns31 vvd n1, c-crq pns12 vvb xx pns12 vvi xx, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2191 and God is not feared till felt, but that which makes the Body smart makes the Soul wise, and God is not feared till felt, but that which makes the Body smart makes the Soul wise, cc np1 vbz xx vvn c-acp vvn, cc-acp cst r-crq vvz dt n1 n1 vvz dt n1 j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2192 even to loose is some ways profitable, it makes a Man wary. even to lose is Some ways profitable, it makes a Man wary. av pc-acp vvi vbz d n2 j, pn31 vvz dt n1 j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2193 Algerius the Martyr could say by experience he found more light in the dungeon then without in all the world: Algiers the Martyr could say by experience he found more Light in the dungeon then without in all the world: np1 dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pns31 vvd dc n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp p-acp d dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2194 The Scottish King Prisoner in Mortimers hole learnt more of Christ then in his Pallace. The Scottish King Prisoner in Mortimers hold learned more of christ then in his Palace. dt jp n1 n1 p-acp np1 av-jn vvn dc pp-f np1 av p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2195 Luther betwéen a divine in outward pomp and a divine under the Crosse, neither could he understand some Psalms till he was in affliction: Luther between a divine in outward pomp and a divine under the Cross, neither could he understand Some Psalms till he was in affliction: np1 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp j n1 cc dt j-jn p-acp dt n1, dx vmd pns31 vvi d n2 c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2196 The Christs cresse is no letter, yet it taught him more understanding then all the letters in the row, ye crosse opens mens eyes as the tasting of Honey did Jonathans, yea what will not afflictions teach us? when even the Savagest beasts are made quiet and docible with abating their food and rest, The Christ cress is no Letter, yet it taught him more understanding then all the letters in the row, you cross Opens men's eyes as the tasting of Honey did Jonathans, yea what will not afflictions teach us? when even the Savagest beasts Are made quiet and docible with abating their food and rest, dt npg1 n1 vbz dx n1, av pn31 vvd pno31 av-dc n1 cs d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pn22 n1 vvz ng2 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 vdd npg1, uh q-crq vmb xx n2 vvi pno12? q-crq av dt js-jn n2 vbr vvn j-jn cc j p-acp vvg po32 n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2197 or by adding of stripes, even as the clay with water, and the Iron with fire, are made plyable & apt to receive impression from the workman, or by adding of stripes, even as the clay with water, and the Iron with fire, Are made pliable & apt to receive impression from the workman, cc p-acp vvg pp-f n2, av c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, vbr vvn j cc j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2198 even so when we are soaked in the floods of sorrow & softned in the fire of affliction, we are aptest to receive the impression of Gods law into our hearts, even so when we Are soaked in the floods of sorrow & softened in the fire of affliction, we Are aptest to receive the impression of God's law into our hearts, av av c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr js pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2199 when he speaks to us by his Ministers: when he speaks to us by his Ministers: c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2200 If ye Lord breaks us in pieces with the plow of his Iustice, then let the séeds men his Ministers sow ye séed of his word, we shall receive it through the furrowes of our ears into the Ground of our hearts, If you Lord breaks us in Pieces with the blow of his justice, then let the seeds men his Ministers sow you seed of his word, we shall receive it through the furrows of our ears into the Ground of our hearts, cs pn22 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av vvb dt n2 n2 po31 n2 vvb pn22 n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2201 & grow up in wisdome & saving Knowledge, we hear & read much of the corruption of our natures odiousnesse, of our sins necessity, of a Saviours sweetnesse, of Gods love in Christ, &c. But we never fully aprehend these things, & grow up in Wisdom & Saving Knowledge, we hear & read much of the corruption of our nature's odiousness, of our Sins necessity, of a Saviors sweetness, of God's love in christ, etc. But we never Fully apprehend these things, cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvg n1, pns12 vvb cc vvi d pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1, pp-f po12 n2 n1, pp-f dt ng1 n1, pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp np1, av cc-acp pns12 av av-j vvi d n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2202 nor tast how good ye Lord is, till some sharp affliction comes: nor taste how good you Lord is, till Some sharp affliction comes: ccx vvb c-crq j pn22 n1 vbz, c-acp d j n1 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2203 thus Gods corrections are our instructions, his lashes our lessons, his scourges our schoolmasters, his chastisements our advertisements, thus God's corrections Are our instructions, his Lashes our Lessons, his scourges our Schoolmasters, his chastisements our advertisements, av npg1 n2 vbr po12 n2, po31 n2 po12 n2, po31 vvz po12 n2, po31 n2 po12 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 133
2204 & comonly ye soul waxeth as the body waiueth, & is wisest to prescribe when ye bone & sinews are weakest, to execute, neither do we hereby become wise for our own souls good onely, & commonly the soul Waxes as the body waiveth, & is Wisest to prescribe when you bone & sinews Are Weakest, to execute, neither do we hereby become wise for our own Souls good only, cc av-j dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc vbz js pc-acp vvi c-crq pn22 n1 cc n2 vbr js, pc-acp vvi, av-d vdb pns12 av vvb j p-acp po12 d n2 j av-j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2205 but afflictions make us wise, & able to do others good also yt are in any the like affliction. but afflictions make us wise, & able to do Others good also that Are in any the like affliction. cc-acp n2 vvb pno12 j, cc j pc-acp vdi n2-jn j av pn31 vbr p-acp d dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2206 Blessed be God saith St. Paul who comforteth us in all our afflictions, yt we may be able to comfort them yt are in any affliction, by ye comfort wherewith we our selves are comforted of God, 2 Cor. 1.4. Yea ye whole Church & every particular Member therof have their wisdome & knowledge improved even by their greatest Enemies. Blessed be God Says Saint Paul who comforts us in all our afflictions, that we may be able to Comfort them that Are in any affliction, by the Comfort wherewith we our selves Are comforted of God, 2 Cor. 1.4. Yea you Whole Church & every particular Member thereof have their Wisdom & knowledge improved even by their greatest Enemies. j-vvn vbb n1 vvz n1 np1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp d po12 n2, pn31 pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 pn31 vbr p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. uh pn22 j-jn n1 cc d j n1 av vhi po32 n1 cc n1 vvn av p-acp po32 js n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2207 He reste makes men sharpen their wits yt bet•e• to confute it, as wormwood though it b• bitter to ye taste, He rest makes men sharpen their wits that bet•e• to confute it, as wormwood though it b• bitter to you taste, pns31 n1 vvz n2 vvi po32 n2 pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp n1 cs pn31 n1 j p-acp pn22 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2208 yet it is good to clear the eyes, yea the very storms of persecution makes us look to our Tackling patience, yet it is good to clear the eyes, yea the very storms of persecution makes us look to our Tackling patience, av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2, uh dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvz pno12 vvi p-acp po12 n-vvg n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2209 & to our Anchor hope, & to our Helm faith, & to our Cord ye word of God, & to our Anchor hope, & to our Helm faith, & to our Cord you word of God, cc p-acp po12 n1 n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 pn22 n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2210 & to our Captain Christ, whereas security like a Ca• … makes us forget both our danger & deliverer, & to our Captain christ, whereas security like a Ca• … makes us forget both our danger & deliverer, cc p-acp po12 n1 np1, cs n1 av-j dt np1 … vvz pno12 vvi d po12 n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2211 so that to be altogether exempt from misery is a most miserable thing. so that to be altogether exempt from misery is a most miserable thing. av cst pc-acp vbi av j p-acp n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 134
2212 Lastly, Our troubles & afflictions make for ye increase of our patience, we rejoyes in tribulation saith S. Paul, knowing that tribulation worketh patience, Rom. 5.3. M• Brethren saith St. James, count it excéeding say when ye fall into divers temptations knowing that ye tryal of your faith worketh patience, Jam. 1.2.3. Thus the malice of our enemies doth both prove & improve our patience, sée it exemplified in Job & David, whose practise doth most excellently confirm this point, you know Job was not so miserable in his afflictions, Lastly, Our Troubles & afflictions make for you increase of our patience, we rejoy in tribulation Says S. Paul, knowing that tribulation works patience, Rom. 5.3. M• Brothers Says Saint James, count it exceeding say when you fallen into diverse temptations knowing that the trial of your faith works patience, Jam. 1.2.3. Thus the malice of our enemies does both prove & improve our patience, see it exemplified in Job & David, whose practice does most excellently confirm this point, you know Job was not so miserable in his afflictions, ord, po12 n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp pn22 vvb pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vvz p-acp n1 vvz n1 np1, vvg d n1 vvz n1, np1 crd. n1 n2 vvz n1 np1, vvb pn31 j-vvg n1 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp j n2 vvg cst dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vvz n1, np1 crd. av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vdz d vvi cc vvb po12 n1, vvb pn31 vvn p-acp n1 cc np1, rg-crq n1 vdz ds av-j vvi d n1, pn22 vvb np1 vbds xx av j p-acp po31 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2213 as happy in his patience, Job 31.35,36. And David after he had bin so many years train'd up in ye school of affliction, as happy in his patience, Job 31.35,36. And David After he had been so many Years trained up in you school of affliction, c-acp j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. cc np1 c-acp pns31 vhd vbn av d n2 vvn a-acp p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2214 & exercised with continual sufferings, from innumerable enemies of all sorts, became a wonder of patience to all succéeding Ages, & exercised with continual sufferings, from innumerable enemies of all sorts, became a wonder of patience to all succeeding Ages, cc vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp j n2 pp-f d n2, vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d vvg n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2215 as take but notice of his carriage towards Shimei, & you will say so when this his impudent subject cursed & cast stones at him, as take but notice of his carriage towards Shimei, & you will say so when this his impudent Subject cursed & cast stones At him, c-acp vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc pn22 vmb vvi av c-crq d po31 j j-jn j-vvn cc j-vvn n2 p-acp pno31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2216 & all his men of War call'd him Murtherer, wicked man, &c. He was so far from revenging it, & all his men of War called him Murderer, wicked man, etc. He was so Far from revenging it, cc d po31 n2 pp-f n1 vvd pno31 n1, j n1, av pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp vvg pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2217 when he might so easily, or suffering others, yt you shall hear him make ye an argument of his patience, which was ye exercise of it, when he might so Easily, or suffering Others, that you shall hear him make you an argument of his patience, which was the exercise of it, c-crq pns31 vmd av av-j, cc vvg n2-jn, pn31 pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2218 behold my son, saith he, which came forth of my bowels seeketh my life, how much more now may this Benjamite do it, ye wickedness of an Absalom may rob his father of Comfort, behold my son, Says he, which Come forth of my bowels seeks my life, how much more now may this Benjamite do it, you wickedness of an Absalom may rob his father of Comfort, vvb po11 n1, vvz pns31, r-crq vvd av pp-f po11 n2 vvz po11 n1, c-crq av-d av-dc av vmb d n1 vdb pn31, pn22 n1 pp-f dt np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2219 but shall help to add to his Fathers goodnesse, what a lead of injuries can some Christians digest that have been frequent in suffering, but shall help to add to his Father's Goodness, what a led of injuries can Some Christians digest that have been frequent in suffering, cc-acp vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb d np1 vvi cst vhb vbn j p-acp vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2220 and long exercised in the School of Affliction. and long exercised in the School of Affliction. cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 134
2221 Now if it be so as you have heard, that affliction by a divine and supream providence doth make so much for our advantage and benefit here and hereafter, Now if it be so as you have herd, that affliction by a divine and supreme providence does make so much for our advantage and benefit Here and hereafter, av cs pn31 vbb av c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, cst n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1 vdz vvi av av-d c-acp po12 n1 cc n1 av cc av, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2222 as namely that it opens our eyes, no less than peace and prosperity had formerly shut them, that nothing doth so powerfully call home the Conscience, as namely that it Opens our eyes, no less than peace and Prosperity had formerly shut them, that nothing does so powerfully call home the Conscience, c-acp av cst pn31 vvz po12 n2, av-dx dc cs n1 cc n1 vhd av-j vvn pno32, cst pix vdz av av-j vvi av-an dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2223 and that we need no other memory for sin besides Misery, if commonly we are at Varience with God, Men were at peace with our enemies and that it is both hard and happy, not to be the worse with Liberty. and that we need no other memory for since beside Misery, if commonly we Are At Variance with God, Men were At peace with our enemies and that it is both hard and happy, not to be the Worse with Liberty. cc cst pns12 vvb dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cs av-j pns12 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp np1, n2 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc cst pn31 vbz av-d j cc j, xx pc-acp vbi dt jc p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2224 If God the alwise Physitian knows this the fittest Medicine for our Souls sickness, and that we cannot otherwise be cured, If God the alwise physician knows this the Fittest Medicine for our Souls sickness, and that we cannot otherwise be cured, cs np1 dt j n1 vvz d dt js n1 p-acp po12 n2 n1, cc cst pns12 vmbx av vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2225 if Pride causeth God to let us fall by temptation, that we may see our own frailty and weaknesse, if Pride Causes God to let us fallen by temptation, that we may see our own frailty and weakness, cs n1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 d n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2226 and grow more Humble, if Affliction will above all things make us pray to God with heat and fervency, and grow more Humble, if Affliction will above all things make us pray to God with heat and fervency, cc vvi av-dc j, cs n1 vmb p-acp d n2 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2227 if true and Saving Joy be onely the Daughter of sorrow, if it weans us from the love of earthly things, if true and Saving Joy be only the Daughter of sorrow, if it weans us from the love of earthly things, cs j cc j-vvg n1 vbb av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2228 if it discovers unto us the truth of our Graces, and prevents greater evils of sin and punishment to come, if it discovers unto us the truth of our Graces, and prevents greater evils of since and punishment to come, cs pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc vvz jc n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2229 if it makes us humble and conformable to Christ our Head, if it increaseth our saith, our joy and thankfulness, our spiritual wisdom and patience, if it makes us humble and conformable to christ our Head, if it increases our Says, our joy and thankfulness, our spiritual Wisdom and patience, cs pn31 vvz pno12 j cc j p-acp np1 po12 n1, cs pn31 vvz po12 vvz, po12 n1 cc n1, po12 j n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2230 if by smarting in our Bodies States or Names, we are saved from smarting in our Souls: Then as Solomon adviseth: if by smarting in our Bodies States or Names, we Are saved from smarting in our Souls: Then as Solomon adviseth: cs p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2 n2 cc n2, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2: av c-acp np1 vvz: (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2231 Refuse not the Chastning of the Lord, neither be grieved with his Correction, Pro. 3.11. Refuse not the Chastening of the Lord, neither be grieved with his Correction, Pro 3.11. vvb xx dt vvg pp-f dt n1, av-dx vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2232 But let us all willingly submit to Gods afflicting hand, and suffer chearfully what is laid upon us, admiring at the infinite wisdome, power, But let us all willingly submit to God's afflicting hand, and suffer cheerfully what is laid upon us, admiring At the infinite Wisdom, power, cc-acp vvb pno12 d av-j vvi p-acp n2 vvg n1, cc vvi av-j r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp dt j n1, n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2233 and goodness of our gracious God, who turns all our Poysons into Cordials, who doth change our terrours into pleasures, and Goodness of our gracious God, who turns all our Poisons into Cordials, who does change our terrors into pleasures, cc n1 pp-f po12 j np1, r-crq vvz d po12 n2 p-acp n2, r-crq vdz vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135
2234 and makes the greatest Evils Beneficial unto us. Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things: Amen. FINIS. and makes the greatest Evils Beneficial unto us. Consider what hath been said, and the Lord give you understanding in all things: Amen. FINIS. cc vvz dt js n2-jn j p-acp pno12. np1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc dt n1 vvb pn22 n1 p-acp d n2: uh-n. fw-la. (13) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 135

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