Sermon I. on Phil. IV. 11.

Stafford, Richard, 1663-1703
Publisher: Printed at London
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1698
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A93754 ESTC ID: R233366 STC ID: S5131C
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Philippians, IV, 11; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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1 ON Phil. IV. 11. For I have Learned in whatsoever State 1 am, therewith to be Content. ON Philip IV. 11. For I have Learned in whatsoever State 1 am, therewith to be Content. p-acp np1 np1 crd c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq n1 vvd pno32, av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 THE Drift and Design of all Preaching the Word is, that People may cease to do Evil and Learn to do well, as much as ever they can. THE Drift and Design of all Preaching the Word is, that People may cease to do Evil and Learn to do well, as much as ever they can. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vvg dt n1 vbz, cst n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn cc vvb pc-acp vdi av, p-acp d c-acp av pns32 vmb. (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 And inasmuch as a great deal of sin is occasioned through distrust, murmuring, concerning the exceeding Sinfulness and Provocation whereof ye may read in several places in the Book of Numbers, our Hearts fretting against the Lord: And inasmuch as a great deal of since is occasioned through distrust, murmuring, Concerning the exceeding Sinfulness and Provocation whereof you may read in several places in the Book of Numbers, our Hearts fretting against the Lord: cc av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, vvg, vvg dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, po12 n2 vvg p-acp dt n1: (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 (The Foolishness of Man perverteth his way, and his heart fretteth against the Lord Coveteousness and such like. (The Foolishness of Man perverteth his Way, and his heart fretteth against the Lord Covetousness and such like. (dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 n1 cc d av-j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 And on the other hand, that we may finish our Course with joy, even when Bonds and Afflictions abide us in every place. And on the other hand, that we may finish our Course with joy, even when Bonds and Afflictions abide us in every place. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1, av c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb pno12 p-acp d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 And the several severe and harsh dispensations of Providence which befall us (they being so many Exercises and Tryals whereby God holds his Servants in warfare here on Earth) do not move us, And the several severe and harsh dispensations of Providence which befall us (they being so many Exercises and Trials whereby God holds his Servants in warfare Here on Earth) do not move us, cc dt j j cc j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb pno12 (pns32 vbg av d n2 cc n2 c-crq np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1 av p-acp n1) vdb xx vvi pno12, (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 nor yet hinder us, but that we may Nevertheless finish the Ministry which we have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the Gospel of the Grace of God; nor yet hinder us, but that we may Nevertheless finish the Ministry which we have received of the Lord jesus, to testify the Gospel of the Grace of God; ccx av vvi pno12, cc-acp cst pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
8 And that no outward thing whatever which shall happen unto Men, may hinder them in the discharge of, And that no outward thing whatever which shall happen unto Men, may hinder them in the discharge of, cc cst dx j n1 r-crq r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n2, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f, (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
9 and finishing that work which God hath appointed them severally on this Earth for to do; and finishing that work which God hath appointed them severally on this Earth for to do; cc vvg d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 av-j p-acp d n1 c-acp pc-acp vdi; (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
10 That ye may trust in the Lord and do Good, so shalt thou dwell in the Land, That you may trust in the Lord and do Good, so shalt thou dwell in the Land, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vdb j, av vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
11 and verily thou shalt be fed. and verily thou shalt be fed. cc av-j pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
12 And perform every tittle of your respective Duties in whatever Vocation or Calling, Trade or Employment, State or Condition of Life God hath placed ye in, Come Prosperity or Adversity, And perform every tittle of your respective Duties in whatever Vocation or Calling, Trade or Employment, State or Condition of Life God hath placed you in, Come Prosperity or Adversity, cc vvi d n1 pp-f po22 j n2 p-acp r-crq n1 cc vvg, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp, vvb n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 whether ye receive Good, or Evil things from the Hands of God, That ye may still in all the several Periods and Stages of your ensuing life, whither you receive Good, or Evil things from the Hands of God, That you may still in all the several Periods and Stages of your ensuing life, cs pn22 vvb j, cc j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vmb av p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 j-vvg n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 whether it be up Hill or on smooth Ground, in dirty or clean way drive at these two ends, eschew Evil and do Good, bearing the same still in Mind and Practising the same, These and such like are the reasons of my choice to Discourse on this Subject, For I have Learned in whatsoever State I am in, therewith to be Content. whither it be up Hill or on smooth Ground, in dirty or clean Way drive At these two ends, eschew Evil and do Good, bearing the same still in Mind and Practising the same, These and such like Are the Reasons of my choice to Discourse on this Subject, For I have Learned in whatsoever State I am in, therewith to be Content. cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 cc p-acp j n1, p-acp j cc j n1 vvi p-acp d crd n2, vvb j-jn cc vdb j, vvg dt d av p-acp n1 cc vvg dt d, d cc d av-j vbr dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vbm p-acp, av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 They are the Words of St. Paul, which he brings in upon the occasion of an Act of Liberality which the Philippians shewed towards him; They Are the Words of Saint Paul, which he brings in upon the occasion of an Act of Liberality which the Philippians showed towards him; pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt njp2 vvd p-acp pno31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 which they would have done before, but they lacked opportunity, and at last they did it. which they would have done before, but they lacked opportunity, and At last they did it. r-crq pns32 vmd vhi vdn a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vvd n1, cc p-acp ord pns32 vdd pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 Thus much is signified from those words immediately foregoing our Text. But I rejoyced in the Lord Greath, that now at the last your care of me hath flourished again; Thus much is signified from those words immediately foregoing our Text. But I rejoiced in the Lord Greath, that now At the last your care of me hath flourished again; av d vbz vvn p-acp d n2 av-j vvg po12 np1 cc-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 j, cst av p-acp dt vvb po22 n1 pp-f pno11 vhz vvn av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 wherein ye also were careful but ye lacked opportunity. No that I speak in respect of want. wherein you also were careful but you lacked opportunity. No that I speak in respect of want. c-crq pn22 av vbdr j p-acp pn22 vvd n1. uh-dx cst pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 Which words do carry an Innuendo, Intimation or Meaning, tho he doth not affirm it plainly through modesty and shame by Nature, which doth usually accompany that condition of his want. Which words do carry an Innuendo, Intimation or Meaning, though he does not affirm it plainly through modesty and shame by Nature, which does usually accompany that condition of his want. r-crq n2 vdb vvi dt np1, n1 cc vvg, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vdz av-j vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 Or rather, he doth afterwards so express himself, that wha• would be want to others was none to him; Or rather, he does afterwards so express himself, that wha• would be want to Others was none to him; cc av-c, pns31 vdz av av vvi px31, cst n1 vmd vbi n1 p-acp ng2-jn vbds pix p-acp pno31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
21 Because by this excellent Grace of Contentation he had so made it that want was as it were no want unto him. Because by this excellent Grace of Contentation he had so made it that want was as it were no want unto him. c-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vhd av vvn pn31 d n1 vbds c-acp pn31 vbdr dx n1 p-acp pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
22 Not that I speak in respect of want, (Why should he use this Phras• and Manner of Speech unless there was something in it. Not that I speak in respect of want, (Why should he use this Phras• and Manner of Speech unless there was something in it. xx cst pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (q-crq vmd pns31 vvi d np1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cs a-acp vbds pi p-acp pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
23 In verse 16. He speaks out plainly, Ye sent once and agai• unto my necessity) For I have Learned in whatsoever Stat• I am in therewith to be Content. In verse 16. He speaks out plainly, You sent once and agai• unto my necessity) For I have Learned in whatsoever Stat• I am in therewith to be Content. p-acp n1 crd pns31 vvz av av-j, pn22 vvd a-acp cc n1 p-acp po11 n1) c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq np1 pns11 vbm p-acp av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
24 Brethren, It is no new or strange thing for the Saint and Servants of God to be in Want, Need, Brothers, It is no new or strange thing for the Saint and Servants of God to be in Want, Need, n2, pn31 vbz dx j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, vvb, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
25 or Poverty for this is what happened to others of former Generation• and in other Countreys. or Poverty for this is what happened to Others of former Generation• and in other Countries'. cc n1 p-acp d vbz q-crq vvd p-acp n2-jn pp-f j np1 cc p-acp j-jn ng2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
26 A remarkable Instance and Example whereof was the Apostle Paul as he giveth us her• to understand, A remarkable Instance and Exampl whereof was the Apostle Paul as he gives us her• to understand, dt j n1 cc n1 c-crq vbds dt n1 np1 c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 n1 pc-acp vvi, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
27 as also in other places of his Epistles. as also in other places of his Epistles. c-acp av p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
28 No• there cried a certain Woman of the Wives of the Sons of the Prophets unto Elisha, saying, thy Servant, my Husband i• Dead, No• there cried a certain Woman of the Wives of the Sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying, thy Servant, my Husband i• Dead, np1 a-acp vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp np1, vvg, po21 n1, po11 n1 n1 j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
29 and thou knowest that thy Servant did fear the Lord and the Creditor is come to take unto him my two Sons to be Bondmen, whereupon Elisha did work a Miracle to pay that debt, 2 Kings 4. 1. Here was one that did fear the Lord and yet was in debt. and thou Knowest that thy Servant did Fear the Lord and the Creditor is come to take unto him my two Sons to be Bondmen, whereupon Elisha did work a Miracle to pay that debt, 2 Kings 4. 1. Here was one that did Fear the Lord and yet was in debt. cc pns21 vv2 d po21 n1 vdd vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 po11 crd n2 pc-acp vbi n2, c-crq np1 vdd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, crd n2 crd crd av vbds pi cst vdd vvi dt n1 cc av vbds p-acp n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
30 The time would fail me to tell of all those his Servants and Prophets that were under the Old Testament Dispensation, of Christ and the Apostles, The time would fail me to tell of all those his Servants and prophets that were under the Old Testament Dispensation, of christ and the Apostles, dt n1 vmd vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi pp-f d d po31 n2 cc n2 cst vbdr p-acp dt j n1 n1, pp-f np1 cc dt n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
31 and the Poor Saints (to whom it is said in an eminent manner, the Gospel is Preached) who have been since that time in the World, who were but Poor and Low in Estate as to this Worlds Goods. and the Poor Saints (to whom it is said in an eminent manner, the Gospel is Preached) who have been since that time in the World, who were but Poor and Low in Estate as to this World's Goods. cc dt j n2 (p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn) r-crq vhb vbn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbdr p-acp j cc j p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp d ng1 n2-j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
32 The Patriarke Jacob was hardly put to his shifts, and yet he found sustenance by the Providence or providing of Almighty God; The Patriarch Jacob was hardly put to his shifts, and yet he found sustenance by the Providence or providing of Almighty God; dt n1 np1 vbds av vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc av pns31 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f j-jn np1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
33 which he doth intimate and most thankfully acknowledge upon his Death Bed, God before whom my Fathers. which he does intimate and most thankfully acknowledge upon his Death Bed, God before whom my Father's. r-crq pns31 vdz vvi cc av-ds av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1 n1, np1 p-acp ro-crq po11 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
34 Abraham and Isaac did walk, the God which fed me all along unto this Day. Abraham and Isaac did walk, the God which fed me all along unto this Day. np1 cc np1 vdd vvi, dt n1 r-crq vvd pno11 d a-acp p-acp d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
35 Gen. 48. 15. This answered unto that Vow, which he Vowed in the times of his Travels and Pilgrimage, we read in Gen. 28. 20. If God will be with me in the way that I go, Gen. 48. 15. This answered unto that Voelli, which he Vowed in the times of his Travels and Pilgrimage, we read in Gen. 28. 20. If God will be with me in the Way that I go, np1 crd crd np1 vvd p-acp d vvb, r-crq pns31 j-vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n1, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 crd crd cs np1 vmb vbi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vvb, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
36 and will give me Bread to Eat and Raiment to put on, so that I come again to my Fathers House in. and will give me Bred to Eat and Raiment to put on, so that I come again to my Father's House in. cc vmb vvi pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, av cst pns11 vvb av p-acp po11 ng1 n1 p-acp. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
37 Peace, then shall the Lord be my God. Peace, then shall the Lord be my God. n1, av vmb dt n1 vbb po11 np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
38 Which kind of Expression then uttered, did carry with it some kind of fear and distrust, Which kind of Expression then uttered, did carry with it Some kind of Fear and distrust, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 av vvn, vdd vvi p-acp pn31 d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
39 as also therein was contained Prayer, Trust and Confidence. as also therein was contained Prayer, Trust and Confidence. c-acp av av vbds vvn n1, vvb cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
40 The Patriarke Goes on to add, The Angel which redeemed me from all Evil, Gen. 48. 16. Notwithstanding his saying of this, Nevertheless, he did meet with Afflictions and Weariness; The Patriarch Goes on to add, The Angel which redeemed me from all Evil, Gen. 48. 16. Notwithstanding his saying of this, Nevertheless, he did meet with Afflictions and Weariness; dt n1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi, dt n1 r-crq vvd pno11 p-acp d n-jn, np1 crd crd a-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f d, av, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp n2 cc n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
41 But the Angel of the Lord, even at the very same time did preserve him from the Evil of those Afflictions; But the Angel of the Lord, even At the very same time did preserve him from the Evil of those Afflictions; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt j d n1 vdd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f d n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
42 and afterwards redeemed him utterly from the afflictions and troubles themselves. and afterwards redeemed him utterly from the afflictions and Troubles themselves. cc av vvd pno31 av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 px32. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
43 Here it may be asked, What is the Evil of Afflictions? It is either sin, Here it may be asked, What is the Evil of Afflictions? It is either since, av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, q-crq vbz dt j-jn pp-f n2? pn31 vbz d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
44 or to be made miserable by them; or to be made miserable by them; cc pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp pno32; (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
45 which the true Saint or Servant of God is not, nor yet doth he give way unto the other, in whatever affliction doth befall or happen unto him. which the true Saint or Servant of God is not, nor yet does he give Way unto the other, in whatever affliction does befall or happen unto him. r-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx, ccx av vdz pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp r-crq n1 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
46 It is an excellent Character that is left recorded of Job, that amidst all his Griefs and Calamities: It is an excellent Character that is left recorded of Job, that amid all his Griefs and Calamities: pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vbz vvn vvn pp-f np1, cst p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2: (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
47 In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly, Job 1. 22. And so it is with every one of us, that do serve and fear him. In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly, Job 1. 22. And so it is with every one of us, that do serve and Fear him. p-acp d d n1 vvd xx, ccx vvd np1 av-j, np1 crd crd cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, cst vdb vvi cc vvi pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
48 God doth not so much preserve us from Afflictions and Troubles; for he doth suffer, yea, and order them to fall upon us: God does not so much preserve us from Afflictions and Troubles; for he does suffer, yea, and order them to fallen upon us: np1 vdz xx av av-d vvi pno12 p-acp n2 cc vvz; c-acp pns31 vdz vvi, uh, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12: (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
49 But then it is, that he doth redeem us from all Evil, when amidst and under the Pain, Smart and Vexation of them, In all this we sin not, But then it is, that he does Redeem us from all Evil, when amid and under the Pain, Smart and Vexation of them, In all this we sin not, cc-acp cs pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp d n-jn, c-crq p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp d d po12 vvb xx, (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
50 nor yet leave Duty undone, nor yet charge God foolishly. nor yet leave Duty undone, nor yet charge God foolishly. ccx av vvi n1 vvn, ccx av n1 np1 av-j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
51 So that no hard thoughts do arise in our minds, nor yet do our hearts fret against the Lord. So that no hard thoughts do arise in our minds, nor yet do our hearts fret against the Lord. av cst dx j n2 vdb vvi p-acp po12 n2, ccx av vdb po12 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
52 But even unto this day when Moses is Read (and so it is at this Day, But even unto this day when Moses is Read (and so it is At this Day, p-acp av p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vbz vvn (cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
53 when the Gospel of Christ is Read) the Veil is upon their Heart, 2 Cor. 3. 15. Seeing many things, but thou observest not, Isa. 42, 20. And so People read many things in the Scriptures, the Book of the Lord, when the Gospel of christ is Read) the Veil is upon their Heart, 2 Cor. 3. 15. Seeing many things, but thou observest not, Isaiah 42, 20. And so People read many things in the Scriptures, the Book of the Lord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn) dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n1, crd np1 crd crd vvg d n2, cc-acp pns21 vv2 xx, np1 crd, crd cc av n1 vvb d n2 p-acp dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
54 but they Observe them not. They do not confer experiences in their own Souls, and commune and search with their own Spirit how it is there. but they Observe them not. They do not confer experiences in their own Souls, and commune and search with their own Spirit how it is there. cc-acp pns32 vvb pno32 xx. pns32 vdb xx vvi n2 p-acp po32 d n2, cc j cc vvi p-acp po32 d n1 c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp. (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
55 The Lord hath given me that knowledge, even from the times of my Youth, and the days of my former Years, that what I did Read in that Book, I should apply unto my self. The Lord hath given me that knowledge, even from the times of my Youth, and the days of my former years, that what I did Read in that Book, I should apply unto my self. dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 d n1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po11 j n2, cst r-crq pns11 vdd vvi p-acp d n1, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po11 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
56 And I remember particularly, that above ten Years since, when I was in my Chamber and still, And I Remember particularly, that above ten years since, when I was in my Chamber and still, cc pns11 vvb av-j, cst p-acp crd n2 a-acp, c-crq pns11 vbds p-acp po11 n1 cc av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
57 as it is written, Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think that ye have Eternal Life, John 5. 39. Of which Salvation the Prophets have enquired and searched diligently, searching what, as it is written, Search the Scriptures, for in them you think that you have Eternal Life, John 5. 39. Of which Salvation the prophets have inquired and searched diligently, searching what, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, vvb dt n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 pn22 vvb cst pn22 vhb j n1, np1 crd crd pp-f r-crq n1 dt n2 vhb vvn cc vvn av-j, vvg r-crq, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
58 or what manner of time, the Spirit of Christ did signifie - 1 Pet. 1. 10. 11. So it was, That not upon the outward customary or cursory reading, or what manner of time, the Spirit of christ did signify - 1 Pet. 1. 10. 11. So it was, That not upon the outward customary or cursory reading, cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi - crd np1 crd crd crd av pn31 vbds, cst xx p-acp dt j j cc j n-vvg, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
59 but upon the searching (Marke that) yea upon the searching Diligently of the Scriptures I found, but upon the searching (Mark that) yea upon the searching Diligently of the Scriptures I found, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg (n1 cst) uh p-acp dt vvg av-j pp-f dt n2 pns11 vvd, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
60 how that the whole Current and Stream of the Promises and good things of God were therein declared, how that the Whole Current and Stream of the Promises and good things of God were therein declared, c-crq d dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt vvz cc j n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av vvn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
61 and made unto the Poor and Needy. and made unto the Poor and Needy. cc vvd p-acp dt j cc j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
62 For the Needy shall not alway be forgotten, the expectation of the Poor shall not perish for ever, Psal. 9. 18. For the Oppression of the Poor, For the Needy shall not always be forgotten, the expectation of the Poor shall not perish for ever, Psalm 9. 18. For the Oppression of the Poor, p-acp dt j vmb xx av vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx vvi p-acp av, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
63 for the Sighing of the Needy, now will I arise saith the Lord, I will set him in Safety from him that puffeth at him Psal. 12. 5. I know that the Lord will maintain the Cause of the Afflicted, for the Sighing of the Needy, now will I arise Says the Lord, I will Set him in Safety from him that Puffeth At him Psalm 12. 5. I know that the Lord will maintain the Cause of the Afflicted, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j, av vmb pns11 vvb vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp pno31 np1 crd crd pns11 vvb cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
64 and the Right of the Poor, Psal. 140. 12. When the Poor and Needy seek Water and there is none, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Jacob will not forsake them, Isa. 41. 17• Saith Jesus Christ, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, and the Right of the Poor, Psalm 140. 12. When the Poor and Needy seek Water and there is none, I the Lord will hear them, I the God of Jacob will not forsake them, Isaiah 41. 17• Says jesus christ, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, cc dt n-jn pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd c-crq dt j cc j vvb n1 cc pc-acp vbz pix, pns11 dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, pns11 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi pno32, np1 crd n1 vvz np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
65 because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel unto the Poor, Luke. 4. 18. Blessed be ye Poor, for your is the Kingdom of God, Luke, 6. 20. Hath not God chosen the Poor of this World, Rich in Faith, Because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel unto the Poor, Lycia. 4. 18. Blessed be you Poor, for your is the Kingdom of God, Lycia, 6. 20. Hath not God chosen the Poor of this World, Rich in Faith, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, av. crd crd vvn vbb pn22 j, p-acp po22 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, av, crd crd vhz xx np1 vvn dt j pp-f d n1, j p-acp n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
66 and Heirs of the Kingdom which he hath Promised to them that Love him, James. 2, 5. There are Innumerable other places of Scripture to the same purpose. and Heirs of the Kingdom which he hath Promised to them that Love him, James. 2, 5. There Are Innumerable other places of Scripture to the same purpose. cc n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, np1. crd, crd pc-acp vbr j n-jn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
67 But Observe here the Limitation and Restriction; But Observe Here the Limitation and Restriction; cc-acp vvb av dt n1 cc n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
68 for the divinely Inspired Apostle doth not here say, the Lord hath chosen all the Poor of this World, for the divinely Inspired Apostle does not Here say, the Lord hath chosen all the Poor of this World, p-acp dt av-jn j-vvn n1 vdz xx av vvi, dt n1 vhz vvn d dt j pp-f d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
69 but only those, who (as the Words immediately following add) are Rich in Faith and Heirs of the Kingdom which he hath Promised to them that Love him. but only those, who (as the Words immediately following add) Are Rich in Faith and Heirs of the Kingdom which he hath Promised to them that Love him. cc-acp av-j d, r-crq (c-acp dt n2 av-j vvg vvb) vbr j p-acp n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
70 So that none of the good things afore or hereafter mentioned, do belong to such Poor as are Ungodly, Ignorant or Sinners. So that none of the good things afore or hereafter mentioned, do belong to such Poor as Are Ungodly, Ignorant or Sinners. av cst pix pp-f dt j n2 a-acp cc av vvn, vdb vvi p-acp d j c-acp vbr j, j cc n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
71 Again, in the same Scriptures of Truth, there are many Evil things spoken against the Rich of the People. Again, in the same Scriptures of Truth, there Are many Evil things spoken against the Rich of the People. av, p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbr d j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
72 But ye have despised the Poor. But you have despised the Poor. p-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
73 Do not Rich Men oppress you, and draw you before the Judgment Seat? Doe they not Blaspheme that Worthy Name by the which ye are called? James. 2, 6, 7. Go to now ye Rich Men, Weep and Howl for your Miseries that shall come upon you. Do not Rich Men oppress you, and draw you before the Judgement Seat? Do they not Blaspheme that Worthy Name by the which you Are called? James. 2, 6, 7. Go to now you Rich Men, Weep and Howl for your Misery's that shall come upon you. vdb xx j n2 vvb pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 n1? vdb pns32 xx vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp dt r-crq pn22 vbr vvn? np1. crd, crd, crd vvb p-acp av pn22 j n2, vvb cc vvb p-acp po22 ng1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
74 Your Riches are corrupted and your Garments are moth eaten. Your Riches Are corrupted and your Garments Are moth eaten. po22 n2 vbr vvn cc po22 n2 vbr n1 vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
75 Your Gold and Silver is Cankered, and the Rust of them shall be a witness against you and shall eat your Flesh as it were Fire. Your Gold and Silver is Cankered, and the Rust of them shall be a witness against you and shall eat your Flesh as it were Fire. po22 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22 cc vmb vvi po22 n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
76 Ye have heaped Treasure together for the last Dayes: You have heaped Treasure together for the last Days: pn22 vhb vvn n1 av p-acp dt ord n2: (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
77 ye have lived in pleasure on the Earth, ye have Nourished your Hearts as in a Day of Slaughter, James, 5, 1, 2, 5. Wo unto you that are Rich, you have lived in pleasure on the Earth, you have Nourished your Hearts as in a Day of Slaughter, James, 5, 1, 2, 5. Woe unto you that Are Rich, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1, crd, crd, crd, crd n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
78 for you have received your Consolation, Luke. 6. 24. Wo unto them that joyn House to House that lay, Field to Field — Therefore Hell hath enlarged her self and opened her Mouth without measure: for you have received your Consolation, Lycia. 6. 24. Woe unto them that join House to House that lay, Field to Field — Therefore Hell hath enlarged her self and opened her Mouth without measure: c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1, av. crd crd n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp n1 cst vvd, n1 p-acp n1 — av n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1: (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
79 And their Glory, and their Multitude, and their Pomp, and he that rejoyceth, shall descend into it, Isa. 5. 8, 14. Now the Scripture saith nothing in vain; And their Glory, and their Multitude, and their Pomp, and he that Rejoiceth, shall descend into it, Isaiah 5. 8, 14. Now the Scripture Says nothing in vain; cc po32 n1, cc po32 n1, cc po32 n1, cc pns31 cst vvz, vmb vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd, crd av dt n1 vvz pix p-acp j; (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
80 for all of it, even to every tittle must be fulfilled; for all of it, even to every tittle must be fulfilled; p-acp d pp-f pn31, av p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
81 and that Wo which is therein Pronounced against them, and hangs over their Head, will at length fall down upon them in Punishment and Misery. and that Woe which is therein Pronounced against them, and hangs over their Head, will At length fallen down upon them in Punishment and Misery. cc d n1 r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvz p-acp po32 n1, vmb p-acp n1 vvb a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
82 They are inclosed in their own fat, with their Mouth they speak proudly. They Are enclosed in their own fat, with their Mouth they speak proudly. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 d j, p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvb av-j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
83 — Deliver my Soul (saith David by the Spirit) from the Wicked, which is thy Sword, from Men which are thy Hand, O Lord, from Men of the World, which have their Portion in this Life, — Deliver my Soul (Says David by the Spirit) from the Wicked, which is thy Sword, from Men which Are thy Hand, Oh Lord, from Men of the World, which have their Portion in this Life, — vvb po11 n1 (vvz np1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt j, r-crq vbz po21 n1, p-acp n2 r-crq vbr po21 n1, uh n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
84 and whose Belly thou fillest with thy hid Treasure. and whose Belly thou Fillest with thy hid Treasure. cc rg-crq n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 j-vvn n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
85 They are full of Children, and leave the rest of their Substance to their Babes, Psal. 17. 10, 14. Then said Jesus unto his Disciples, Verily, I say unto you, that a Rich Man shall hardly enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. They Are full of Children, and leave the rest of their Substance to their Babes, Psalm 17. 10, 14. Then said jesus unto his Disciples, Verily, I say unto you, that a Rich Man shall hardly enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. pns32 vbr j pp-f n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd crd, crd av vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2, av-j, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst dt j n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
86 And again I say unto you, It is easier for a Camel to go through the eye of a Needle, And again I say unto you, It is Easier for a Camel to go through the eye of a Needle, cc av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pn31 vbz jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
87 then for a Rich Man to enter into the Kingdom of God, Mat. 19, 23, 24. Therefore shall the Lord of Hosts, send among his fat ones leanness — Behold the Lord of Hosts, shall lop the Bough with Terrour, then for a Rich Man to enter into the Kingdom of God, Mathew 19, 23, 24. Therefore shall the Lord of Hosts, send among his fat ones leanness — Behold the Lord of Hosts, shall lop the Bough with Terror, av p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd, crd av vmb dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb p-acp po31 j pi2 n1 — vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
88 and the High ones of Stature shall be hewn down, and the Haughty shall be Humbled, Isa. 10. 16, 33. The Lord of Hosts hath Purposed it, to Stain the Pride of all Glory, and the High ones of Stature shall be hewn down, and the Haughty shall be Humbled, Isaiah 10. 16, 33. The Lord of Hosts hath Purposed it, to Stain the Pride of all Glory, cc dt j pi2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cc dt j vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 pp-f n2 vhz j-vvn pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
89 and to bring into contempt all the Honourable of the Earth, Isa. 23. 9. How much she hath Glorifyed her self, and to bring into contempt all the Honourable of the Earth, Isaiah 23. 9. How much she hath Glorified her self, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d dt j pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd q-crq d pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
90 and lived deliciously, so much Torment and Sorrow give her, Rev. 18, 7. The Lord God hath Sworn by himself, saith the Lord God of Hosts, I abhor the Excellency of Jacob, and hate his Palaces, Amos. 6, 1. Here God (whose thoughts are not your thoughts Isa. 55, 8. declares his abhorrence and hatred against them, whom the World Loves and Respects, Flatters and endeavours to please. and lived deliciously, so much Torment and Sorrow give her, Rev. 18, 7. The Lord God hath Sworn by himself, Says the Lord God of Hosts, I abhor the Excellency of Jacob, and hate his Palaces, Amos. 6, 1. Here God (whose thoughts Are not your thoughts Isaiah 55, 8. declares his abhorrence and hatred against them, whom the World Loves and Respects, Flatters and endeavours to please. cc vvd av-j, av av-d vvb cc n1 vvb pno31, n1 crd, crd dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp px31, vvz dt n1 np1 pp-f n2, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi po31 n2, np1 crd, crd av np1 (rg-crq n2 vbr xx po22 n2 np1 crd, crd vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, ro-crq dt n1 vvz cc n2, vvz cc vvz pc-acp vvi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
91 Surely Men of Low degree are Vanity, and Men of High degree are a lie, Psal. 62, 9. Observe here that Blunt expression, Surely Men of Low degree Are Vanity, and Men of High degree Are a lie, Psalm 62, 9. Observe Here that Blunt expression, av-j n2 pp-f j n1 vbr n1, cc n2 pp-f j n1 vbr dt n1, np1 crd, crd vvb av d j n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
92 and plain English (if we may so say) of the Holy Ghost, Men of High degree are a lie. and plain English (if we may so say) of the Holy Ghost, Men of High degree Are a lie. cc j np1 (cs pns12 vmb av vvi) pp-f dt j n1, n2 pp-f j n1 vbr dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
93 Which seems to intimate forth, that that opinion or Estimation, which other People have of them, Which seems to intimate forth, that that opinion or Estimation, which other People have of them, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi av, cst d n1 cc n1, r-crq j-jn n1 vhb pp-f pno32, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
94 or they of themselves, as if there were some what in them, which were more, above, or they of themselves, as if there were Some what in them, which were more, above, cc pns32 pp-f px32, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d r-crq p-acp pno32, r-crq vbdr av-dc, a-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
95 or better then other Men, is a meer lie and Falshood. or better then other Men, is a mere lie and Falsehood. cc jc cs j-jn n2, vbz dt j vvb cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
96 Yet now our Flesh (speaking of those in Debt and Poverty) is as the Flesh of our Brethren, (who were more Rich and Wealthy) our Children as their Children Neh. 5, 5. God hath made of one Blood all Nations of Men, Acts. 17, 26. Which includes High and Low, Rich and Poor alike. Yet now our Flesh (speaking of those in Debt and Poverty) is as the Flesh of our Brothers, (who were more Rich and Wealthy) our Children as their Children Neh 5, 5. God hath made of one Blood all nations of Men, Acts. 17, 26. Which includes High and Low, Rich and Poor alike. av av po12 n1 (vvg pp-f d p-acp n1 cc n1) vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (r-crq vbdr av-dc j cc j) po12 n2 p-acp po32 n2 np1 crd, crd np1 vhz vvn pp-f crd n1 d n2 pp-f n2, n2 crd, crd r-crq vvz j cc j, j cc j av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
97 So it is in God's account now, and as to the future Judgment he will make concerning them. So it is in God's account now, and as to the future Judgement he will make Concerning them. av pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 n1 av, cc c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vmb vvi vvg pno32. (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
98 Will he esteem thy Riches, no not thy Gold, nor all the forces of Strength, Job. 36, 19. That accepteth not the Persons of Princes, Will he esteem thy Riches, no not thy Gold, nor all the forces of Strength, Job. 36, 19. That Accepteth not the Persons of Princes, vmb pns31 vvi po21 n2, uh-dx xx po21 n1, ccx d dt n2 pp-f n1, n1. crd, crd cst vvz xx dt n2 pp-f n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
99 nor regardeth the Rich more then the Poor, for they are all the Work of his Hands, Job, 34, 19. O that there were the same God-like mind in my kindred according to the Flesh; nor Regardeth the Rich more then the Poor, for they Are all the Work of his Hands, Job, 34, 19. O that there were the same Godlike mind in my kindred according to the Flesh; ccx vvz dt j av-dc cs dt j, c-acp pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, np1, crd, crd sy cst a-acp vbdr dt d j n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
100 for as to them and some others, this following Scripture is Literally fulfilled in me, Our So• exceedingly filled with the Scorning of those that are at Ease, for as to them and Some Others, this following Scripture is Literally fulfilled in me, Our So• exceedingly filled with the Scorning of those that Are At Ease, c-acp c-acp p-acp pno32 cc d n2-jn, d vvg n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno11, po12 np1 av-vvg vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
101 and with the contempt of the Proud, Psal 123. 4. Indeed it is fit and Requisite, that there should be some order and Distinction amongst Men and Women in the World; and with the contempt of the Proud, Psalm 123. 4. Indeed it is fit and Requisite, that there should be Some order and Distinction among Men and Women in the World; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd np1 pn31 vbz j cc j, cst a-acp vmd vbi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
102 but then on the other hand, for any one whatever, to have hi• Heart lifted up above his Brethren, Deut. 17, 20. Or to despise the Poor, James, 2, 6. is a Sinful and Wrong extream but then on the other hand, for any one whatever, to have hi• Heart lifted up above his Brothers, Deuteronomy 17, 20. Or to despise the Poor, James, 2, 6. is a Sinful and Wrong extreme cc-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp d crd r-crq, pc-acp vhi n1 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd, crd cc p-acp vvb dt j, np1, crd, crd vbz dt j cc n-jn j-jn (1) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
103 The Lord seeth not as Man seeth, For Man looketh on the outward Appearance, but the Lord looketh on the Heart, 1 Sam 16, 7. If there be Beauty or Gayety without, Man hath • Wonderful conceit of him, as of some goodly one; The Lord sees not as Man sees, For Man looks on the outward Appearance, but the Lord looks on the Heart, 1 Sam 16, 7. If there be Beauty or Gaiety without, Man hath • Wondered conceit of him, as of Some goodly one; dt n1 vvz xx p-acp n1 vvz, p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd, crd cs pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1 p-acp, n1 vhz • j n1 pp-f pno31, c-acp pp-f d j pi; (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 6
104 but i• the Heart (which is as manifest in God's Sight, as the outward Face is in ours) be evil, notwithstanding the fine outside such an one is as much hated and abhorred (It is his own Phrase in Amos 6, 8.) in God's Sight, but i• the Heart (which is as manifest in God's Sighed, as the outward Face is in ours) be evil, notwithstanding the fine outside such an one is as much hated and abhorred (It is his own Phrase in Amos 6, 8.) in God's Sighed, cc-acp n1 dt n1 (r-crq vbz a-acp j p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp png12) vbb j-jn, c-acp dt j n1-an d dt pi vbz p-acp d vvd cc j-vvn (pn31 vbz po31 d n1 p-acp np1 crd, crd) p-acp npg1 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
105 as the most abject and contemptible Fellow is in ours. as the most abject and contemptible Fellow is in ours. c-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 vbz p-acp png12. (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
106 For thou wilt save the afflicted People, but wilt bring down High looks, P••l, 18, 27. In the former Part of this Verse is Favour and Mercy to the Poor and Afflicted, but in the latter part thereof, is Terrour and Evil to the Rich and High minded. For thou wilt save the afflicted People, but wilt bring down High looks, P••l, 18, 27. In the former Part of this Verse is Favour and Mercy to the Poor and Afflicted, but in the latter part thereof, is Terror and Evil to the Rich and High minded. c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp vm2 vvi a-acp j n2, av, crd, crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn, p-acp p-acp dt d n1 av, vbz n1 cc j-jn p-acp dt j cc av-j vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
107 God's thoughts are contrary to Mans thoughts; God's thoughts Are contrary to men thoughts; npg1 n2 vbr j-jn p-acp ng1 n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
108 for he speaks in favour and comfort of the Poor, whom the World abhorreth and despiseth. for he speaks in favour and Comfort of the Poor, whom the World abhorreth and despises. c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j, ro-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz. (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
109 On the other hand, he speaks Terrour, and to Humble those (as may be seen in Isa. 10. 33. aforequoted) who are so much flattered and whose Persons are had in Admiration because of advantage, Jude 16. The significancy of all which they shall feel, who do not mind these things, nor take due warning. On the other hand, he speaks Terror, and to Humble those (as may be seen in Isaiah 10. 33. aforequoted) who Are so much flattered and whose Persons Are had in Admiration Because of advantage, U^de 16. The significancy of all which they shall feel, who do not mind these things, nor take due warning. p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vvz n1, cc p-acp j d (c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 crd crd vvn) r-crq vbr av av-d vvn cc r-crq n2 vbr vhn p-acp n1 c-acp pp-f n1, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, q-crq vdb xx vvi d n2, ccx vvb zz n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
110 The Scripture runs thus all a long, when it mentions that difference of outward State and Condition, of Poor and Rich, promising good things to the former sort, The Scripture runs thus all a long, when it mentions that difference of outward State and Condition, of Poor and Rich, promising good things to the former sort, dt n1 vvz av d dt j, c-crq pn31 n2 d n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, pp-f j cc j, vvg j n2 p-acp dt j n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
111 and denouncing evil things to the latter sort. and denouncing evil things to the latter sort. cc vvg j-jn n2 p-acp dt d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
112 And Abraham said to the Rich Man, Son, Remember that thou in thy Life Time Receivedst thy Good things, And Abraham said to the Rich Man, Son, remember that thou in thy Life Time Received thy Good things, cc np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1, n1, vvb cst pns21 p-acp po21 n1 n1 vvd2 po21 j n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
113 and likewise Lazarus Evil Things, but now he is Comforted, and thou art Tormented, Luke 16, 25. and likewise Lazarus Evil Things, but now he is Comforted, and thou art Tormented, Lycia 16, 25. cc av np1 j-jn n2, cc-acp av pns31 vbz vvn, cc pns21 vb2r vvn, av crd, crd (1) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
114 Now to make known how I did apply all this to my self, which the Reader may apply to himself also; Now to make known how I did apply all this to my self, which the Reader may apply to himself also; av pc-acp vvi vvn c-crq pns11 vdd vvi d d p-acp po11 n1, r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp px31 av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
115 for in the application and bringing it home to our selves, there is the Use and Godly Edification. for in the application and bringing it home to our selves, there is the Use and Godly Edification. c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pn31 av-an p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
116 I say, that Considering all these things together, and weighing them in my mind; I say, that Considering all these things together, and weighing them in my mind; pns11 vvb, cst vvg d d n2 av, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po11 n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
117 For I do believe, and am perswaded, that it is as certainly true, and will be so in the times of the Restitution of all things, as, For I do believe, and am persuaded, that it is as Certainly true, and will be so in the times of the Restitution of all things, as, c-acp pns11 vdb vvi, cc vbm vvn, cst pn31 vbz p-acp av-j j, cc vmb vbi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, a-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
118 now I am sure that I write these lines; now I am sure that I write these lines; av pns11 vbm j cst pns11 vvb d n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
119 hereupon God knows that I Lie not, I did wish and desire, that I my self might be brought into the condition of the Poor and Needy, to the intent that I might come in for a share, hereupon God knows that I Lie not, I did wish and desire, that I my self might be brought into the condition of the Poor and Needy, to the intent that I might come in for a share, av np1 vvz cst pns11 vvb xx, pns11 vdd vvi cc n1, cst pns11 po11 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j, p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
120 and to be a partaker of those Precious Promises, which throughout the Scripture God hath made unto them. and to be a partaker of those Precious Promises, which throughout the Scripture God hath made unto them. cc pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d j vvz, r-crq p-acp dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32. (1) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
121 As God commanded Hosea to take a Wife of Whoredoms, so I was directed, and for which same Reason also I did afterwards, viz. On the seventh Day of the seventh Month, 1694. Marry a Maiden, Ezek. 44. 22. as Poor in outward State and Condition, as Poor well could be; As God commanded Hosea to take a Wife of Whoredoms, so I was directed, and for which same Reason also I did afterwards, viz. On the seventh Day of the seventh Monn, 1694. Marry a Maiden, Ezekiel 44. 22. as Poor in outward State and Condition, as Poor well could be; p-acp np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, av pns11 vbds vvn, cc p-acp r-crq d n1 av pns11 vdd av, n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1, crd uh dt n1, np1 crd crd c-acp j p-acp j n1 cc n1, c-acp j av vmd vbi; (1) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
122 for she and her Parents were in the very next degree, to open and downright Beggary. for she and her Parents were in the very next degree, to open and downright Beggary. c-acp pns31 cc po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt av ord n1, pc-acp vvi cc j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 7
123 But I made choice of such an one the rather, Thinking that hereby I might make more sure of Partaking of those Precious Promises afore-mentioned and that hereby I should obtain a better Resurrection in the future State of things. Marvel not at this; But I made choice of such an one the rather, Thinking that hereby I might make more sure of Partaking of those Precious Promises aforementioned and that hereby I should obtain a better Resurrection in the future State of things. Marvel not At this; p-acp pns11 vvd n1 pp-f d dt pi dt av-c, vvg cst av pns11 vmd vvi av-dc j pp-f vvg pp-f d j vvz j cc cst av pns11 vmd vvi dt jc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2. vvb xx p-acp d; (1) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 8
124 for it is somewhat like that Mind which was also in Christ Jesus, Phil. 3. 5. Who though h• was Rich, for it is somewhat like that Mind which was also in christ jesus, Philip 3. 5. Who though h• was Rich, p-acp pn31 vbz av av-j cst n1 r-crq vbds av p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd crd r-crq c-acp n1 vbds j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
125 yet for our sakes he became Poor, that we through his Poverty might be Rich, And so though I was in a Moderate Condition, yet for our sakes he became Poor, that we through his Poverty might be Rich, And so though I was in a Moderate Condition, av p-acp po12 n2 pns31 vvd j, cst pns12 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vbi j, cc av cs pns11 vbds p-acp dt j n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
126 yet I Voluntarily (of mine own free choice, and not out of any Imprudent Management) became Poor for the Gospel's sake, yet I Voluntarily (of mine own free choice, and not out of any Imprudent Management) became Poor for the Gospel's sake, av pns11 av-jn (pp-f po11 d j n1, cc xx av pp-f d j n1) vvd j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
127 and for the better making known the Truth as it is in Jesus. and for the better making known thee Truth as it is in jesus. cc p-acp dt jc n-vvg vvn pno32 n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
128 The like may any one else do, Provided it be in good Works, 1 Tim. 6. 18, 19. and in Acts o• Alms giving to their Power, yea and beyond their Power, 2 Cor. 8. 3. but not in Pride or Pleasure, Prodigality o• Vain Things, The like may any one Else doe, Provided it be in good Works, 1 Tim. 6. 18, 19. and in Acts o• Alms giving to their Power, yea and beyond their Power, 2 Cor. 8. 3. but not in Pride or Pleasure, Prodigality o• Vain Things, dt av-j vmb d crd av n1, vvn pn31 vbb p-acp j vvz, vvn np1 crd crd, crd cc p-acp n2 n1 n2 vvg p-acp po32 n1, uh cc p-acp po32 n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp xx p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 n1 j n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
129 or in what is Sin, Foolish or Unlawful; or in what is since, Foolish or Unlawful; cc p-acp r-crq vbz n1, j cc j-u; (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
130 for such who become Poor any of these ways will not receive any thing from the Lord, but Wrath and Punishment, for such who become Poor any of these ways will not receive any thing from the Lord, but Wrath and Punishment, c-acp d r-crq vvb j d pp-f d n2 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
131 But my first Wish and Desire of this Nature, was some Considerable time before I had ever known. But my First Wish and Desire of this Nature, was Some Considerable time before I had ever known. p-acp po11 ord n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, vbds d j n1 c-acp pns11 vhd av vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
132 what Want o• Need was in all my foregoing Life, which I have Experienced since, and may yet again. what Want o• Need was in all my foregoing Life, which I have Experienced since, and may yet again. q-crq vvb n1 n1 vbds p-acp d po11 vvg n1, r-crq pns11 vhb j-vvn c-acp, cc vmb av av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
133 I did not then know nor in the least apprehend, how or after what manner, I did not then know nor in the least apprehend, how or After what manner, pns11 vdd xx av vvi ccx p-acp dt ds vvb, c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
134 or by what I should be involved, into Poverty ▪ which God hath Since shewed to me, That is to say By Publishing of, and Suffering for God's Eternal Truth (which is the best of Works) and by the oppression of Man, Pfal. 119, 134 which hath arose upon that occasion. or by what I should be involved, into Poverty ▪ which God hath Since showed to me, That is to say By Publishing of, and Suffering for God's Eternal Truth (which is the best of Works) and by the oppression of Man, Pfal. 119, 134 which hath arose upon that occasion. cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp n1 ▪ r-crq np1 vhz p-acp vvn p-acp pno11, cst vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg pp-f, cc vvg p-acp npg1 j n1 (r-crq vbz dt av-js pp-f vvz) cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1. crd, crd r-crq vhz vvn p-acp d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
135 Although this sam• Truth hath occasioned to me Poverty, Imprisonments 2 Cor. 11. 23. Trouble and Sorrow, But I will Hope continually and Praise thee yet more and more. Although this sam• Truth hath occasioned to me Poverty, Imprisonments 2 Cor. 11. 23. Trouble and Sorrow, But I will Hope continually and Praise thee yet more and more. cs d n1 n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11 n1, n2 crd np1 crd crd n1 cc n1, p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-j cc vvb pno21 av av-dc cc av-dc. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
136 For I believe still tha• at Length it will have the Contrary Good Effects, and • shall yet Praise thee upon the Psaltery, For I believe still tha• At Length it will have the Contrary Good Effects, and • shall yet Praise thee upon the Psaltery, c-acp pns11 vvb av n1 p-acp n1 pn31 vmb vhi dt j-jn j n2, cc • vmb av vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
137 even thy Truth, O m• God. even thy Truth, Oh m• God. av po21 n1, uh n1 np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
138 Psal. 71. 14, 21. Which will be, if either I should live on this Earth to see it Obeyed. Psalm 71. 14, 21. Which will be, if either I should live on this Earth to see it Obeyed. np1 crd crd, crd r-crq vmb vbi, cs d pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
139 For there is an Obedienc• Nevertheless due to the Truth, as may be gathered from Rom. 2, 8. Gal. 3, 1. although in both those places Peopl• obey it not. For there is an Obedienc• Nevertheless due to the Truth, as may be gathered from Rom. 2, 8. Gal. 3, 1. although in both those places Peopl• obey it not. p-acp pc-acp vbz dt np1 av j-jn p-acp dt n1, c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 crd, crd np1 crd, crd cs p-acp d d n2 np1 vvi pn31 xx. (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
140 Or rather it will be when my Work shall be Rewarded, in the time of the Restitution of all Things for my bringing it forth, Or rather it will be when my Work shall be Rewarded, in the time of the Restitution of all Things for my bringing it forth, cc av-c pn31 vmb vbi c-crq po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po11 vvg pn31 av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
141 and for my Suffering for it. I Do hereby take this occasion and opportunity, to Praise the Lord for his Goodness, and for my Suffering for it. I Do hereby take this occasion and opportunity, to Praise the Lord for his goodness, cc p-acp po11 vvg p-acp pn31. pns11 vdb av vvi d n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 8
142 and to declare his Wonders (for • am as a Wonder unto many, Psal. 71, 7.) Even to thank and Exalt his Holy Name for Granting my desire in this thing; and to declare his Wonders (for • am as a Wonder unto many, Psalm 71, 7.) Even to thank and Exalt his Holy Name for Granting my desire in this thing; cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 (c-acp • vbm p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, np1 crd, crd) j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 j n1 p-acp vvg po11 n1 p-acp d n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 8
143 for it Springs into my Soul, as some Comfortable Evidence (though Strangers, and Natural People cannot preceive and discern it) that I am indeed an Heir of Salvation, in that I have lived by his Grace and good Providence here on Earth, for it Springs into my Soul, as Some Comfortable Evidence (though Strangers, and Natural People cannot preceive and discern it) that I am indeed an Heir of Salvation, in that I have lived by his Grace and good Providence Here on Earth, p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n1, c-acp d j n1 (cs n2, cc j n1 vmbx vvi cc vvb pn31) cst pns11 vbm av dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp cst pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc j n1 av p-acp n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
144 and was in the same Low Estate, Psal: 136, 23. For the same and like Reasons, and was in the same Low Estate, Psalm: 136, 23. For the same and like Reasons, cc vbds p-acp dt d j n1, np1: crd, crd p-acp dt d cc j n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
145 as his Elect, and Servants of former Generations. as his Elect, and Servants of former Generations. c-acp po31 n1, cc n2 pp-f j n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
146 Whose are the Promises of better things, then those which pertain to the Life that now is, Whose Are the Promises of better things, then those which pertain to the Life that now is, r-crq vbr dt vvz pp-f j n2, cs d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 cst av vbz, (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
147 even to that which is to come. even to that which is to come. av p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
148 According as his Divine Power hath given unto us, all Things that pertain to Life and Godliness, 2 Pet. 1. 3. Although the former Sort were Poor, Low and Mean, According as his Divine Power hath given unto us, all Things that pertain to Life and Godliness, 2 Pet. 1. 3. Although the former Sort were Poor, Low and Mean, vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, d n2 cst vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd crd cs dt j vvb vbdr j, j cc j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
149 yet they were Sufficient to that End: According as his Divine Wisdom and Goodness thought expedient. yet they were Sufficient to that End: According as his Divine Wisdom and goodness Thought expedient. av pns32 vbdr j p-acp d vvb: vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 cc n1 vvd j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
150 Bless the Lord O my Soul, and all that is within me Bless his Holy Name. Bless the Lord Oh my Soul, and all that is within me Bless his Holy Name. vvb dt n1 uh po11 n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno11 vvi po31 j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
151 Bless the Lord O my Soul, and forget not all his benefits; which aforementioned I esteem and receive as such: Bless the Lord Oh my Soul, and forget not all his benefits; which aforementioned I esteem and receive as such: np1 dt n1 uh po11 n1, cc vvb xx d po31 n2; r-crq vvd pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp d: (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
152 Although the Natural Man discerns it not, 1 Cor. 2. 14. The Ignorant Person and Unbeliever do not apprehend any in it, Although the Natural Man discerns it not, 1 Cor. 2. 14. The Ignorant Person and Unbeliever do not apprehend any in it, cs dt j n1 vvz pn31 xx, vvn np1 crd crd dt j n1 cc n1 vdb xx vvi d p-acp pn31, (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
153 but they call it my Misfortune Ruine and Misery. but they call it my Misfortune Ruin and Misery. cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31 po11 n1 n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
154 But I know whom I have believed, and I lay hold on that Promise, They shall not be Ashamed that Wait for me, Isa. 49. 23. And although in this present life, where neither the Judgment written, Ps. 149. 9. is Executed, But I know whom I have believed, and I lay hold on that Promise, They shall not be Ashamed that Wait for me, Isaiah 49. 23. And although in this present life, where neither the Judgement written, Ps. 149. 9. is Executed, cc-acp pns11 vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cc pns11 vvb vvb p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi j cst vvb p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd cc cs p-acp d j n1, c-crq av-dx dt n1 vvn, np1 crd crd vbz vvn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
155 nor yet the Reward promised is Actually given, many of the Servants of God, have been Liable to shame and disappointment from the World; nor yet the Reward promised is Actually given, many of the Servants of God, have been Liable to shame and disappointment from the World; ccx av dt n1 vvn vbz av-j vvn, d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
156 Yet the answer of God, saith unto them on this Wise, for further Hope and Encouragement, But Israel shall be Saved in the Lord, with an Everlasting Salvation. Yet the answer of God, Says unto them on this Wise, for further Hope and Encouragement, But Israel shall be Saved in the Lord, with an Everlasting Salvation. av dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, p-acp jc n1 cc n1, p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
157 Ye shall not be ashamed, nor Confounded World without End, Isa. 45, 17. At long Run, it shall not be thus; You shall not be ashamed, nor Confounded World without End, Isaiah 45, 17. At long Run, it shall not be thus; pn22 vmb xx vbi j, ccx vvn n1 p-acp vvb, np1 crd, crd p-acp av-j vvn, pn31 vmb xx vbi av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
158 but in the End of Time, all things that are written in the Scriptures, shall be fulfilled and found True. but in the End of Time, all things that Are written in the Scriptures, shall be fulfilled and found True. cc-acp p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, vmb vbi vvn cc vvd j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
159 As also hereby I have been taught and experienced with the Apostle Paul in the Text: (One calls the School of Afflictions the best School; As also hereby I have been taught and experienced with the Apostle Paul in the Text: (One calls the School of Afflictions the best School; c-acp av av pns11 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1: (crd n2 dt n1 pp-f n2 dt js n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
160 and the wisdom of God saith as to this, It is good for a Man that he bear his Yoke in his Youth, Lam. 3. 27.) I know both how to be abased, and the Wisdom of God Says as to this, It is good for a Man that he bear his Yoke in his Youth, Lam. 3. 27.) I know both how to be abased, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp p-acp d, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd) pns11 vvb d c-crq pc-acp vbi vvd, (1) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
161 and I know how to abound every where and in all things, I am instructed, both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. and I know how to abound every where and in all things, I am instructed, both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. cc pns11 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi d c-crq cc p-acp d n2, pns11 vbm vvn, av-d pc-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vbi j, av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
162 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. I can do all things through christ which strengtheneth me. pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 r-crq vvz pno11. (1) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 9
163 And because of what Christ saith, For there is nothing hid which shall not be manifested, And Because of what christ Says, For there is nothing hid which shall not be manifested, cc c-acp a-acp r-crq np1 vvz, p-acp pc-acp vbz pix vvn r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
164 neither was any thing kept secret but that it should come abroad, Mark 4. 32. Therefore from this being the mind of Christ, I think it both proper and convenient to declare and make known, what condition, I one of his Ministers and Members have been brought into, neither was any thing kept secret but that it should come abroad, Mark 4. 32. Therefore from this being the mind of christ, I think it both proper and convenient to declare and make known, what condition, I one of his Ministers and Members have been brought into, av-dx vbds d n1 vvd j-jn p-acp cst pn31 vmd vvi av, vvb crd crd av p-acp d vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb pn31 d j cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi vvn, r-crq n1, pns11 crd pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
165 as I was in the Ministration of his word and suffering for the same. as I was in the Ministration of his word and suffering for the same. c-acp pns11 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc vvg p-acp dt d. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
166 I being once in great Anguish of Spirit with Tears in mine Eyes, like Hagar in the Wilderness, When the Water was spent in the Bottle, Gen. 21. 15. Being at a considerable distance from my Native Country, I being once in great Anguish of Spirit with Tears in mine Eyes, like Hagar in the Wilderness, When the Water was spent in the Bottle, Gen. 21. 15. Being At a considerable distance from my Native Country, pns11 vbg a-acp p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po11 n2, av-j np1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vbg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po11 j-jn n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
167 when almost all my Money was gone, and I did not know where to have more, when almost all my Money was gone, and I did not know where to have more, c-crq av d po11 n1 vbds vvn, cc pns11 vdd xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vhi dc, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
168 and then I had most need of it; I thereupon fell down upon my knees to God. and then I had most need of it; I thereupon fell down upon my knees to God. cc av pns11 vhd ds n1 pp-f pn31; pns11 av vvd a-acp p-acp po11 n2 p-acp np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
169 And there I Poured out my complaint before him and shewed him my trouble. And there I Poured out my complaint before him and showed him my trouble. cc a-acp pns11 vvd av po11 n1 p-acp pno31 cc vvd pno31 po11 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
170 And as it is commanded and directed in the Gospel, Be careful for nothing, but in every thing with Prayer and Supplication, with Thansgiving let your requests be made known unto God, Phil. 46. Accordingly I did then make known my Requests unto him, And as it is commanded and directed in the Gospel, Be careful for nothing, but in every thing with Prayer and Supplication, with Thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God, Philip 46. Accordingly I did then make known my Requests unto him, cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vbb j p-acp pix, cc-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 vvb po22 n2 vbb vvn vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd av-vvg pns11 vdd av vvi vvn po11 n2 p-acp pno31, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
171 and then within less than a quarter of an hour, I perceived a still Voice speaking to my Soul on this wise, Thou hast made known thy Requests unto God, go forth and do the same unto his Servants. and then within less than a quarter of an hour, I perceived a still Voice speaking to my Soul on this wise, Thou hast made known thy Requests unto God, go forth and do the same unto his Servants. cc av a-acp av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvd dt j n1 vvg p-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1, pns21 vh2 vvn vvn po21 n2 p-acp np1, vvb av cc vdb dt d p-acp po31 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
172 This was one of the most sensible Answers, and Return to Prayer that ever I perceived and observed in all my Life-time, This was one of the most sensible Answers, and Return to Prayer that ever I perceived and observed in all my Lifetime, d vbds pi pp-f dt av-ds j n2, cc vvi p-acp n1 cst av pns11 vvd cc vvn p-acp d po11 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
173 and was somewhat like that which we read in Dan. 9. 21, 22, 23. And thereupon I went forth the day following, and was somewhat like that which we read in Dan. 9. 21, 22, 23. And thereupon I went forth the day following, cc vbds av av-j cst r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc av pns11 vvd av dt n1 vvg, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
174 and made known my Requests unto them, and asked for the Alms and willing Contribution of Christian People; and made known my Requests unto them, and asked for the Alms and willing Contribution of Christian People; cc vvd vvn po11 n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvd p-acp dt n2 cc j n1 pp-f njp n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
175 and of the two first which I ever made application unto, I had rather a matter of Bo•nty and Liberality, and of the two First which I ever made application unto, I had rather a matter of Bo•nty and Liberality, cc pp-f dt crd ord r-crq pns11 av vvd n1 p-acp, pns11 vhd av-c dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
176 than a common Alms-giving, being received by them with a great deal of courteousness and civility. than a Common Almsgiving, being received by them with a great deal of courteousness and civility. cs dt j j, vbg vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
177 And from thenceforth for well nigh two years and an half (Blessed be the Lord, And from thenceforth for well High two Years and an half (Blessed be the Lord, cc p-acp av c-acp av av-j crd n2 cc dt j-jn (vvn vbi dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
178 for he hath shewed me his kindness in a strong and populous City) I subsisted, for he hath showed me his kindness in a strong and populous city) I subsisted, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11 po31 n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1) pns11 vvd, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
179 and was fed by a wonderful and continued train and course of Providence, according to that usual method thereof He that had gathered much, had nothing over; and was fed by a wondered and continued train and course of Providence, according to that usual method thereof He that had gathered much, had nothing over; cc vbds vvn p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp d j n1 av pns31 cst vhd vvn d, vhd pix a-acp; (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
180 and he that had gathered little, had no lack, 2 Cor. 8. 15. It being agreeable with the wisdom and ways of God, to do nothing which is superfluous, or more than needs must; and he that had gathered little, had no lack, 2 Cor. 8. 15. It being agreeable with the Wisdom and ways of God, to do nothing which is superfluous, or more than needs must; cc pns31 cst vhd vvn j, vhd dx n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbg j p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vdi pix r-crq vbz j, cc av-dc cs av vmb; (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
181 nor yet is he wanting in what means are absolutely necessary: nor yet is he wanting in what means Are absolutely necessary: ccx av vbz pns31 vvg p-acp r-crq n2 vbr av-j j: (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
182 And so I had just sufficient for my several needs, and not much more nor yet less; And so I had just sufficient for my several needs, and not much more nor yet less; cc av pns11 vhd av j p-acp po11 j n2, cc xx d n1 ccx av av-dc; (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
183 and it was reached forth unto me by the visible hand of Invisible Providence just at the time, and it was reached forth unto me by the visible hand of Invisible Providence just At the time, cc pn31 vbds vvn av p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1 j p-acp dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
184 or a little before as I had occasion. or a little before as I had occasion. cc dt j c-acp c-acp pns11 vhd n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
185 Herein I found that Scripture litterally fulfilled in me, When my Father and my Mother forsake me, Herein I found that Scripture literally fulfilled in me, When my Father and my Mother forsake me, av pns11 vvd d n1 av-j vvn p-acp pno11, c-crq po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvb pno11, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
186 then the Lord will take me up, Psal. 27. 10. The Holy Spirit by speaking after that manner, doth presuppose that the Servants of God may be reduced to such kind of straits and exigencies, then the Lord will take me up, Psalm 27. 10. The Holy Spirit by speaking After that manner, does presuppose that the Servants of God may be reduced to such kind of straits and exigencies, cs dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 a-acp, np1 crd crd dt j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, vdz vvi cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
187 for the Scripture saith nothing in vain. And so when my Father and Mother-in-Law did forsake me and with-hold Maintenance, for the Scripture Says nothing in vain. And so when my Father and Mother-in-Law did forsake me and withhold Maintenance, p-acp dt n1 vvz pix p-acp j. cc av c-crq po11 n1 cc n1 vdd vvi pno11 cc vvi n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
188 then the Lord did take me up and provide for me by the good will and ministration of his Servants, Blessed be his Name for it. then the Lord did take me up and provide for me by the good will and ministration of his Servants, Blessed be his Name for it. cs dt n1 vdd vvi pno11 a-acp cc vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, j-vvn vbb po31 n1 p-acp pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
189 Thus in this Poor, Low, Beggarly (that is, a condition of asking) Estate, I have learned to be content, Thus in this Poor, Low, Beggarly (that is, a condition of asking) Estate, I have learned to be content, av p-acp d j, j, j (cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f vvg) n1, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
190 and in all things I have been instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer want. and in all things I have been instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer want. cc p-acp d n2 pns11 vhb vbn vvn av-d pc-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vbi j, av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
191 By the way it is better, and rather to be chosen to be a Beggar, By the Way it is better, and rather to be chosen to be a Beggar, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz jc, cc av-c pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
192 than to be unjust or unrighteous, for we read of one Beggar, namely Lazarus, who went to Heaven, than to be unjust or unrighteous, for we read of one Beggar, namely Lazarus, who went to Heaven, cs pc-acp vbi j cc j-u, c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f crd n1, av np1, r-crq vvd p-acp n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
193 but the Scripture saith expresly, Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6. 9. Yea, of what was extended towards me by way of Alms I had a sweet relish and enjoyment thereof, but the Scripture Says expressly, Know you not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6. 9. Yea, of what was extended towards me by Way of Alms I had a sweet relish and enjoyment thereof, cc-acp dt n1 vvz av-j, vvb pn22 xx d dt j vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd uh, pp-f r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 pns11 vhd dt j n1 cc n1 av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
194 because I did Eye the goodness of God in and through it: Because I did Eye the Goodness of God in and through it: c-acp pns11 vdd n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp cc p-acp pn31: (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
195 And hereby a proof and trial was had of Peoples subjection and obedience to the commands of the Gospel. And hereby a proof and trial was had of Peoples subjection and Obedience to the commands of the Gospel. cc av dt n1 cc n1 vbds vhn pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
196 Said the Author thereof, Christ Jesus, The Poor are suffered to be with you always, that whensoever you will, you may do them good. Said the Author thereof, christ jesus, The Poor Are suffered to be with you always, that whensoever you will, you may do them good. j-vvn dt n1 av, np1 np1, dt j vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22 av, cst c-crq pn22 vmb, pn22 vmb vdi pno32 j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
197 As the Apostle Paul doth thus write in his own Person unto the Phillippians, as in our Text, As the Apostle Paul does thus write in his own Person unto the Philippians, as in our Text, p-acp dt n1 np1 vdz av vvi p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt njp2, a-acp p-acp po12 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
198 and so he doth in many other places of his Epistles, so it doth in no wise derogate or vary from the Gravity, Seriousness, and so he does in many other places of his Epistles, so it does in no wise derogate or vary from the Gravity, Seriousness, cc av pns31 vdz p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n2, av pn31 vdz p-acp dx j j cc vvi p-acp dt n1, n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
199 or Usefulness of sound Preaching or Writing, for the Minister to declare his own Experiences unto the Hearers; or Usefulness of found Preaching or Writing, for the Minister to declare his own Experiences unto the Hearers; cc np1 pp-f n1 vvg cc vvg, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n2 p-acp dt n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
200 for they, by comparing theirs with the same, may be Profited and Edified hereby. for they, by comparing theirs with the same, may be Profited and Edified hereby. c-acp pns32, p-acp vvg png32 p-acp dt d, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
201 That according to what is written, It may be the same with them also, Those things which ye have both Learned and Received, That according to what is written, It may be the same with them also, Those things which you have both Learned and Received, cst vvg p-acp q-crq vbz vvn, pn31 vmb vbi dt d p-acp pno32 av, d n2 r-crq pn22 vhb d j cc vvn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
202 and heard and seen in me, (saith Paul to the Phillippians) do, and the God of Peace shall be with you, Phil. 4. 9. It is an easy matter to be content with a Plentiful, Prosperous and Abounding State; and herd and seen in me, (Says Paul to the Philippians) doe, and the God of Peace shall be with you, Philip 4. 9. It is an easy matter to be content with a Plentiful, Prosperous and Abounding State; cc vvd cc vvn p-acp pno11, (vvz np1 p-acp dt njp2) n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j, j cc vvg n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
203 but here is the Virtue and the Praise, if People can be and are content with, but Here is the Virtue and the Praise, if People can be and Are content with, cc-acp av vbz dt n1 cc dt n1, cs n1 vmb vbi cc vbr j p-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
204 as that amidst and under these Evil things, they will not charge God foolishly, nor suffer their hearts to fret against him; as that amid and under these Evil things, they will not charge God foolishly, nor suffer their hearts to fret against him; c-acp cst p-acp cc p-acp d j-jn n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi np1 av-j, ccx vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
205 nor yet will they sin, nor put forth their hands to Iniquity. Altho' thereby they might be delivered and freed from them. nor yet will they sin, nor put forth their hands to Iniquity. Although thereby they might be Delivered and freed from them. ccx av vmb pns32 vvb, ccx vvi av po32 n2 p-acp n1. cs av pns32 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32. (1) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
206 Contentment doth denote an even and smooth temper of mind, a Calmness and Tranquillity of Spirit, in opposition to those liftings up and castings down, Contentment does denote an even and smooth temper of mind, a Calmness and Tranquillity of Spirit, in opposition to those liftings up and castings down, n1 vdz vvi dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n2-vvg p-acp cc n2-vvg p-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
207 or when it is like the troubled Sea and cannot rest. Again, It is Peace and not Stupidity or Ignorance. or when it is like the troubled Sea and cannot rest. Again, It is Peace and not Stupidity or Ignorance. cc c-crq pn31 vbz av-j dt vvn n1 cc vmbx vvi. av, pn31 vbz n1 cc xx n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
208 It rubs and goes on through this Earth, and doth not lye still in sloth and deadness. It rubs and Goes on through this Earth, and does not lie still in sloth and deadness. pn31 vvz cc vvz a-acp p-acp d n1, cc vdz xx vvi av p-acp n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
209 I mean, when a Man knows throughly the Nature of things and therewith is content; but he is somewhat beyond the blockishness and sence of a Beast; I mean, when a Man knows thoroughly the Nature of things and therewith is content; but he is somewhat beyond the blockishness and sense of a Beast; pns11 vvb, c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j dt n1 pp-f n2 cc av vbz j; cc-acp pns31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
210 which is content with its condition, because it knows nothing better. which is content with its condition, Because it knows nothing better. r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz pix jc. (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
211 As also the Soul, tho' it is content with what outward things she hath, is not therefore Idle or Unprofitable, As also the Soul, though it is content with what outward things she hath, is not Therefore Idle or Unprofitable, p-acp av dt n1, cs pn31 vbz j p-acp r-crq j n2 pns31 vhz, vbz xx av j cc j-u, (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
212 but travels and makes towards the Father of Spirits. but travels and makes towards the Father of Spirits. cc-acp n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
213 A certain Heathen Poet hath described it on this wise, That she is almost content with the present, A certain Heathen Poet hath described it on this wise, That she is almost content with the present, dt j j-jn n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz av j p-acp dt j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
214 but yet doth attempt and try after greater things. but yet does attempt and try After greater things. cc-acp av vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp jc n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
215 And indeed, if we confine our selves only to such things which are Just, Lawful and Right, And indeed, if we confine our selves only to such things which Are Just, Lawful and Right, cc av, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr j, j cc j-jn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
216 then indeed it is both the Duty, and also very consistent with a Servant of the Lord; then indeed it is both the Duty, and also very consistent with a Servant of the Lord; av av pn31 vbz d dt n1, cc av av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
217 To be up and be doing, and so far endeavouring after them, as they do not hinder from better and more Precious things. To be up and be doing, and so Far endeavouring After them, as they do not hinder from better and more Precious things. pc-acp vbi a-acp cc vbi vdg, cc av av-j vvg p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp jc cc av-dc j n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
218 This also comes within that Aphorism, or Rule of the same Apostle, through whom the Spirit of God hath made known the Words of our Text, Art thou called being a Servant? Care not for it, This also comes within that Aphorism, or Rule of the same Apostle, through whom the Spirit of God hath made known the Words of our Text, Art thou called being a Servant? Care not for it, np1 av vvz p-acp d n1, cc n1 pp-f dt d n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, vb2r pns21 vvn vbg dt n1? n1 xx p-acp pn31, (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
219 but if thou mayest be made free, use it rather, 1 Cor. 7. 21. but if thou Mayest be made free, use it rather, 1 Cor. 7. 21. cc-acp cs pns21 vm2 vbi vvn j, vvb pn31 av-c, vvn np1 crd crd (1) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
220 Thus having in some measure explained the Nature of Christian Contentment, or at least so far hinted and intimated concerning it; Thus having in Some measure explained the Nature of Christian Contentment, or At least so Far hinted and intimated Concerning it; av vhg p-acp d n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f njp n1, cc p-acp ds av av-j vvn cc vvn vvg pn31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
221 That the Reader may gather and understand the residue thereof, Proceed we now to lay down some Arguments and Reasons to enforce the observance thereof, That the Reader may gather and understand the residue thereof, Proceed we now to lay down Some Arguments and Reasons to enforce the observance thereof, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 av, vvb pns12 av pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
222 or to beget the same mind in ye also, as afore is said. or to beget the same mind in you also, as afore is said. cc pc-acp vvi dt d n1 p-acp pn22 av, c-acp a-acp vbz vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
223 Those things which ye have both learned and received, and heard and seen in his Apostle Paul, do, Those things which you have both learned and received, and herd and seen in his Apostle Paul, do, d n2 r-crq pn22 vhb d j cc vvn, cc vvd cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 np1, vdb, (1) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
224 and the God of Peace, (under which word Contentment is included) shall be with you. and the God of Peace, (under which word Contentment is included) shall be with you. cc dt np1 pp-f n1, (p-acp r-crq n1 n1 vbz vvd) vmb vbi p-acp pn22. (1) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
225 The First and greatest Argument for Contentment or Contentation, to me seems to be, in knowing and considering throughly our own Creature state; The First and greatest Argument for Contentment or Contentation, to me seems to be, in knowing and considering thoroughly our own Creature state; dt ord cc js n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp pno11 vvz pc-acp vbi, p-acp vvg cc vvg av-j po12 d n1 n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
226 and that the will of God doth Order and Over-rule all things in this World. This Consideration is two fold. and that the will of God does Order and Overrule all things in this World. This Consideration is two fold. cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz n1 cc n1 d n2 p-acp d n1. d n1 vbz crd n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
227 It would be proper therefore to speak somewhat of them severally, and then connect and joyn them together, It would be proper Therefore to speak somewhat of them severally, and then connect and join them together, pn31 vmd vbi j av pc-acp vvi av pp-f pno32 av-j, cc av vvn cc vvi pno32 av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
228 and then shew what influence and efficacy this double Consideration hath to make us hold our Peace; and then show what influence and efficacy this double Consideration hath to make us hold our Peace; cc av vvb r-crq n1 cc n1 d j-jn n1 vhz p-acp vvi pno12 vvi po12 n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
229 Submit our selves to God, James 4. 7. and to learn in whatsoever state we are therewith to be content. Submit our selves to God, James 4. 7. and to Learn in whatsoever state we Are therewith to be content. vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vbr av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
230 In the First place, O Man, know thine own Creature State, how thou wert at first made by God, In the First place, Oh Man, know thine own Creature State, how thou Wertenberg At First made by God, p-acp dt ord n1, uh n1, vvb po21 d n1 n1, c-crq pns21 vbd2r p-acp ord vvn p-acp np1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
231 and how that now thou art a Creature in his hands, and purely at his Government, Rule, and Disposal. and how that now thou art a Creature in his hands, and purely At his Government, Rule, and Disposal. cc c-crq d av pns21 vb2r dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc av-j p-acp po31 n1, n1, cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
232 One would think, this were the easiest thing in the World to be understood, but yet it remains a Mystery, One would think, this were the Easiest thing in the World to be understood, but yet it remains a Mystery, pi vmd vvi, d vbdr dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp av pn31 vvz dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
233 and doth puzzle the apprehensions of People; and does puzzle the apprehensions of People; cc vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
234 for even unto this day, when Moses or the Prophets, or the Gospel is read, the veil is upon their hearts; for even unto this day, when Moses or the prophets, or the Gospel is read, the veil is upon their hearts; c-acp av p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 cc dt n2, cc dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
235 and an Invisible God is an Unknown God to the multitude and generality of Mankind, in what is called this Christian Nation. and an Invisible God is an Unknown God to the multitude and generality of Mankind, in what is called this Christian nation. cc dt j np1 vbz dt j np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn d njp n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
236 For either because they see not God, or rather they do forget him. For either Because they see not God, or rather they do forget him. p-acp d c-acp pns32 vvb xx np1, cc av-c pns32 vdb vvi pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
237 Thence it is that they do not look unto the Rock from whence they were hewn nor have Respect unto the hole from whence they were digged; Thence it is that they do not look unto the Rock from whence they were hewn nor have Respect unto the hold from whence they were dug; np1 pn31 vbz d pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn cc vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
238 even so as to eye continually, and have respect, Which signifies looking back unto their Maker, and so as to see him that is invisible; even so as to eye continually, and have respect, Which signifies looking back unto their Maker, and so as to see him that is invisible; av av c-acp p-acp n1 av-j, cc vhb n1, r-crq vvz vvg av p-acp po32 n1, cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vbz j; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
239 Which holdeth our Soul in Life, and suffereth not our feet to be moved, Psal. 66. 9. In the Margent there it is putteth, which doth relate to the initial Act of our Creation, Which holds our Soul in Life, and suffers not our feet to be moved, Psalm 66. 9. In the Margin there it is putteth, which does relate to the initial Act of our Creation, r-crq vvz po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz xx po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 a-acp pn31 vbz vvz, r-crq vdz vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
240 as the Word holdeth doth denote the continuance thereof all the while we are in Life. as the Word holds does denote the Continuance thereof all the while we Are in Life. c-acp dt n1 vvz vdz vvi dt n1 av d dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
241 Both which are very proper and significative of what our Invisible Maker and Creator doth unto us. Both which Are very proper and significative of what our Invisible Maker and Creator does unto us. av-d r-crq vbr av j cc j pp-f r-crq po12 j n1 cc n1 vdz p-acp pno12. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
242 For indeed he doth first put our Soul in Life, and then holdeth it therein, all the days which on this Earth it is in the Body. For indeed he does First put our Soul in Life, and then holds it therein, all the days which on this Earth it is in the Body. p-acp av pns31 vdz ord vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc av vvz pn31 av, d dt n2 r-crq p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
243 Like as when Elijah raised the dead Child, he cried unto the Lord, and said, O Lord, my God, I pray thee, let this Childs Soul come into him again, 1 Kings 4. 6. By comparing of all which together, we come to know the truth and the manner of our being in this Life, more than ever any Heathen could attain unto by meer reason, by having it thus revealed unto us, Like as when Elijah raised the dead Child, he cried unto the Lord, and said, Oh Lord, my God, I pray thee, let this Child's Soul come into him again, 1 Kings 4. 6. By comparing of all which together, we come to know the truth and the manner of our being in this Life, more than ever any Heathen could attain unto by mere reason, by having it thus revealed unto us, j c-acp c-crq np1 vvd dt j n1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd, uh n1, po11 np1, pns11 vvb pno21, vvb d ng1 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 av, crd n2 crd crd p-acp vvg pp-f d r-crq av, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 vbg p-acp d n1, av-dc cs av d j-jn vmd vvi p-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp vhg pn31 av vvn p-acp pno12, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
244 how that God at first putteth, and then holdeth, and at length causes the Soul to depart from this Body; how that God At First putteth, and then holds, and At length Causes the Soul to depart from this Body; c-crq d np1 p-acp ord vvz, cc av vvz, cc p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
245 and in the Resurrection he will let our Souls come into our Bodies again. and in the Resurrection he will let our Souls come into our Bodies again. cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2 vvb p-acp po12 n2 av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
246 In the aforesaid place of Psal. 66. 9. it is added, And suffereth not our feet to be moved. In the aforesaid place of Psalm 66. 9. it is added, And suffers not our feet to be moved. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn, cc vvz xx po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
247 Now the feet are the Instruments of our moving to and fro; Now the feet Are the Instruments of our moving to and from; av dt n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n-vvg p-acp cc av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
248 so that we may gather from hence that all our Actions or Motions are ordered by God according to what the Scripture elsewhere saith plainly, in divers places, Mans goings are of the Lord, so that we may gather from hence that all our Actions or Motions Are ordered by God according to what the Scripture elsewhere Says plainly, in diverse places, men goings Are of the Lord, av cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av cst d po12 n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 av vvz av-j, p-acp j n2, n2 n2-vvg vbr pp-f dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
249 How can a man then understand his own way, Prov. 20. O Lord, I know that the way of a Man is not in himself; How can a man then understand his own Way, Curae 20. O Lord, I know that the Way of a Man is not in himself; q-crq vmb dt n1 av vvi po31 d n1, np1 crd sy n1, pns11 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx p-acp px31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
250 it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps, Jer. 10. 23. The steps of a good Man are ordered by the Lord, it is not in man that walks to Direct his steps, Jer. 10. 23. The steps of a good Man Are ordered by the Lord, pn31 vbz xx p-acp n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
251 and he delighteth in his way, Psal. 37. 23. Here it is expressed by goings and steps, which take in all, and he delights in his Way, Psalm 37. 23. Here it is expressed by goings and steps, which take in all, cc pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2-vvg cc n2, r-crq vvb p-acp d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
252 and extend even to the very least Motions of his; and extend even to the very least Motions of his; cc vvi av p-acp dt j ds n2 pp-f png31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
253 for so are steps, and so it is as to all of them particularly and severally. for so Are steps, and so it is as to all of them particularly and severally. c-acp av vbr n2, cc av pn31 vbz a-acp p-acp d pp-f pno32 av-j cc av-j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
254 But by that Phrase of Jeremiah, O Lord, I know, is imported forth that his Saints and Servants do live in a continued sense and knowledge of as much; But by that Phrase of Jeremiah, Oh Lord, I know, is imported forth that his Saints and Servants do live in a continued sense and knowledge of as much; p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, uh n1, pns11 vvb, vbz vvn av cst po31 n2 cc n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f p-acp d; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
255 which brutish Men, and Ignorant Persons, and Unbelievers do not. which brutish Men, and Ignorant Persons, and Unbelievers do not. r-crq j n2, cc j n2, cc n2 vdb xx. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
256 For the Truth is, As in him we live, move, and have our Being, so our several Actions and Doings are ordered of the Lord, For the Truth is, As in him we live, move, and have our Being, so our several Actions and Doings Are ordered of the Lord, p-acp dt n1 vbz, a-acp p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb, cc vhb po12 vbg, av po12 j n2 cc n2-vdg vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
257 though too many do not see and discern it. though too many do not see and discern it. cs av d vdb xx vvi cc vvi pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
258 Thou broughtest us into the Net, thou laidst Affliction upon our Loins, Psal. 66. 11. I have much thought of this Scripture, Thou Broughtest us into the Net, thou laidst Affliction upon our Loins, Psalm 66. 11. I have much Thought of this Scripture, pns21 vvd2 pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vvd2 n1 p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb av-d vvn pp-f d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
259 when I have been for the Word and Truth of God cast into Prison, where was cross-barrs of Iron, when I have been for the Word and Truth of God cast into Prison, where was cross-bars of Iron, c-crq pns11 vhb vbn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n1, c-crq vbds n2 pp-f n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
260 and Wood, which did exactly resemble a Net. and Wood, which did exactly resemble a Net. cc n1, r-crq vdd av-j vvi dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
261 Here again Carnal and Ignorant Persons, and Unbelievers, will say and reply, That such brought themselves into Trouble and Afflictions, Here again Carnal and Ignorant Persons, and Unbelievers, will say and reply, That such brought themselves into Trouble and Afflictions, av av j cc j n2, cc n2, vmb vvi cc n1, cst d vvd px32 p-acp n1 cc n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
262 and they think nothing of God herein. But here again, Let God be true, and themselves Liars; and they think nothing of God herein. But Here again, Let God be true, and themselves Liars; cc pns32 vvb pix pp-f np1 av. p-acp av av, vvb np1 vbi j, cc px32 n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
263 that thou mightest be justified in thy Saying, and overcom• (the Imaginations and Talk of People) when thou judgest. For David here saith thus by the Spirit, that thou Mightest be justified in thy Saying, and overcom• (the Imaginations and Talk of People) when thou Judges. For David Here Says thus by the Spirit, cst pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 vvg, cc n1 (dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n1) c-crq pns21 vv2. p-acp np1 av vvz av p-acp dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
264 and ascribes it up immediately to God himself; Thou broughtest us into the Net, thou laidst Affliction upon our Loins. and ascribes it up immediately to God himself; Thou Broughtest us into the Net, thou laidst Affliction upon our Loins. cc vvz pn31 a-acp av-j p-acp np1 px31; pns21 vvd2 pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vvd2 n1 p-acp po12 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
265 For indeed he doth herein speak as one that had a through Knowledge and Understanding of, and insight into this Matter. For indeed he does herein speak as one that had a through Knowledge and Understanding of, and insight into this Matter. c-acp av pns31 vdz av vvi p-acp pi cst vhd av p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 15
266 And it may be conceived after this manner; And it may be conceived After this manner; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
267 the same Lord who si•teth on his Throne, and all the Hoast of Heaven (who also Order and Dispose of Things here on Earth) stood by him on his Right and on his left. the same Lord who si•teth on his Throne, and all the Host of Heaven (who also Order and Dispose of Things Here on Earth) stood by him on his Right and on his left. dt d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq av n1 cc vvb pp-f n2 av p-acp n1) vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j-jn cc p-acp po31 j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
268 And the Lord said, Who shall go and perswade Ahab that he may go up and fall at Ramoth-Gilead? And one said on this manner, And the Lord said, Who shall go and persuade Ahab that he may go up and fallen At Ramoth-Gilead? And one said on this manner, cc dt n1 vvd, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi np1 cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp np1? cc pi vvd p-acp d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
269 and another said on that manner. and Another said on that manner. cc j-jn vvd p-acp d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
270 And there came forth a Spirit, and stood before the Lord, and said, I will perswade him. And there Come forth a Spirit, and stood before the Lord, and said, I will persuade him. cc a-acp vvd av dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd, pns11 vmb vvi pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
271 And the Lord said unto him, wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a Lying Spirit in the mouth of all his Prophets. And the Lord said unto him, wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a Lying Spirit in the Mouth of all his prophets. cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, c-crq? cc pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi av, cc pns11 vmb vbi dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
272 And he said, Thou shalt perswade him, and prevail also; go forth, and do so; And he said, Thou shalt persuade him, and prevail also; go forth, and do so; cc pns31 vvd, pns21 vm2 vvi pno31, cc vvi av; vvb av, cc vdb av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
273 1 Kings 22. 19, 20, 28. Why after the same similitude of things, yea after the very same manner doth the Lord, who looketh from Heaven, he beholdeth all the Sons of Men from the place of his Habitation, He looketh upon all the Inhabitants of the Earth, he fashioneth their hearts alike, he considereth all their Works, Psal. 33. 14, 15. And so he doth Order and Over-rule, 1 Kings 22. 19, 20, 28. Why After the same similitude of things, yea After the very same manner does the Lord, who looks from Heaven, he beholdeth all the Sons of Men from the place of his Habitation, He looks upon all the Inhabitants of the Earth, he fashioneth their hearts alike, he Considereth all their Works, Psalm 33. 14, 15. And so he does Order and Overrule, crd n2 crd crd, crd, crd uh-crq p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n2, uh p-acp dt j d n1 vdz dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz po32 n2 av, pns31 vvz d po32 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pns31 vdz n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
274 and dispose of all their ways and Works. For thus much may be understood; and dispose of all their ways and Works. For thus much may be understood; cc n1 pp-f d po32 n2 cc vvz. p-acp av d vmb vbi vvn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
275 that he our God, or an Evil Spirit from the Lord acts in every Man and Woman by Thoughts or Imaginations. that he our God, or an Evil Spirit from the Lord acts in every Man and Woman by Thoughts or Imaginations. cst pns31 po12 n1, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
276 By Thoughts I mean such as are true and good. By Imaginations I intend such as are false or evil. By Thoughts I mean such as Are true and good. By Imaginations I intend such as Are false or evil. p-acp n2 pns11 vvb d c-acp vbr j cc j. p-acp n2 pns11 vvb d c-acp vbr j cc j-jn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
277 And these Thoughts or Imaginations are the immediate Fore-runners, Principles, or Causes of Action. And these Thoughts or Imaginations Are the immediate Forerunners, Principles, or Causes of Actium. cc d n2 cc n2 vbr dt j n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
278 But here take heed how thou affirmest too far, for let no Man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God; But Here take heed how thou affirmest too Far, for let no Man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God; p-acp av vvb n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 av av-j, p-acp vvi dx n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, pns11 vbm vvn pp-f np1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
279 for God cannot be tempted with Evil, neither tempteth he any Man, James, 1. 13. So do not thou say, that God acts in Man or Woman by false or evil Imaginations, for God cannot be tempted with Evil, neither tempts he any Man, James, 1. 13. So do not thou say, that God acts in Man or Woman by false or evil Imaginations, p-acp np1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j-jn, av-dx vvz pns31 d n1, np1, crd crd av vdb xx pns21 vvi, cst np1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j cc j-jn n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
280 for God cannot be the Author of Falshood or Evil; neither doth he tempt or act any Man to it. for God cannot be the Author of Falsehood or Evil; neither does he tempt or act any Man to it. c-acp np1 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n-jn; dx vdz pns31 vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
281 All this is true, but yet this difficulty may be well understood and reconciled from the aforecited, 1 Kings 22: All this is true, but yet this difficulty may be well understood and reconciled from the aforecited, 1 Kings 22: av-d d vbz j, cc-acp av d n1 vmb vbi av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j, crd n2 crd: (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
282 for there it is said, All the Host of Heaven stood before him on his right Hand, and on his left. for there it is said, All the Host of Heaven stood before him on his right Hand, and on his left. c-acp a-acp pn31 vbz vvn, d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc p-acp po31 j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 15
283 So that there were good and true Spirits which probably stood on his right Hand; and evil and false Spirits which stood on his left Hand. So that there were good and true Spirits which probably stood on his right Hand; and evil and false Spirits which stood on his left Hand. av cst pc-acp vbdr j cc j n2 r-crq av-j vvd p-acp po31 vvi n1; cc j-jn cc j n2 r-crq vvd p-acp po31 j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
284 But as an Earthly King doth this or that thing by his Ministers or Officers, But as an Earthly King does this or that thing by his Ministers or Officers, cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 vdz d cc d n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
285 so the Everlasting God, the Creator of the Ends of the Earth, whom the Scripture stiles a great King, (as so indeed he is) doth act and work through and by his created Beings; so the Everlasting God, the Creator of the Ends of the Earth, whom the Scripture stile a great King, (as so indeed he is) does act and work through and by his created Beings; av dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, ro-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1, (c-acp av av pns31 vbz) vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp cc p-acp po31 j-vvn n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
286 that is, by his Angels or Spirits. He sends forth and commands his good Angels or Spirits. that is, by his Angels or Spirits. He sends forth and commands his good Angels or Spirits. d vbz, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. pns31 vvz av cc vvz po31 j n2 cc n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
287 He permits or suffers the evil Angels or Spirits. He permits or suffers the evil Angels or Spirits. pns31 vvz cc vvz dt j-jn n2 cc n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
288 And one of these two sorts doth actuate, or Act in all the Children of Men, according as we read of the Prince of the Power of the Air, the Spirit that now worketh in the Children of Disobedience. And one of these two sorts does actuate, or Act in all the Children of Men, according as we read of the Prince of the Power of the Air, the Spirit that now works in the Children of Disobedience. cc crd pp-f d crd n2 vdz vvi, cc n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, vvg c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cst av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
289 True it is, Thou art of purer Eyes than to behold Evil, and canst not look on Iniquity, Hab. 1. 13. Nor yet is he the Efficient Cause or Author of sin or Evil. But yet as He giveth to all Life and Breath, True it is, Thou art of Purer Eyes than to behold Evil, and Canst not look on Iniquity, Hab. 1. 13. Nor yet is he the Efficient Cause or Author of since or Evil. But yet as He gives to all Life and Breath, av-j pn31 vbz, pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd crd ccx av vbz pns31 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc np1 p-acp av c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
290 and all things, Acts 17. 25. And he hath Created all things, and for thy Pleasure they are and were Created, Rev. 4. 11. And so he doth uphold and govern all things, that they cannot move or act without him; and all things, Acts 17. 25. And he hath Created all things, and for thy Pleasure they Are and were Created, Rev. 4. 11. And so he does uphold and govern all things, that they cannot move or act without him; cc d n2, n2 crd crd cc pns31 vhz vvn d n2, cc p-acp po21 n1 pns32 vbr cc vbdr vvn, n1 crd crd cc av pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi d n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
291 Therefore of necessity he must be so far concerned in sin or evil (for he suffers that, Therefore of necessity he must be so Far concerned in since or evil (for he suffers that, av pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vbi av av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn (c-acp pns31 vvz cst, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
292 as he did the manners of the Israelites Fourty Years in the Wilderness) as is before explained. as he did the manners of the Israelites Fourty years in the Wilderness) as is before explained. c-acp pns31 vdd dt n2 pp-f dt np2 crd n2 p-acp dt n1) c-acp vbz p-acp vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
293 For though it hath been a puzzling thing unto Divines to assign, how that nothing hath been, For though it hath been a puzzling thing unto Divines to assign, how that nothing hath been, p-acp cs pn31 vhz vbn dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi, c-crq cst pix vhz vbn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
294 nor yet can be done in the World, but what is the Will of God that the same should have been done, nor yet can be done in the World, but what is the Will of God that the same should have been done, ccx av vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst dt d vmd vhi vbn vdn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
295 for otherwise it was impossible and had never been done, and yet in all this, to keep his Holiness unstained from the Sin or Evil; for otherwise it was impossible and had never been done, and yet in all this, to keep his Holiness unstained from the since or Evil; c-acp av pn31 vbds j cc vhd av vbn vdn, cc av p-acp d d, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j p-acp dt n1 cc n-jn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
296 That he is not in the least a Partaker with and sharer thereof, and that the Will of God is Holy, and Just, and Good; That he is not in the least a Partaker with and sharer thereof, and that the Will of God is Holy, and Just, and Good; cst pns31 vbz xx p-acp dt ds dt n1 p-acp cc n1 av, cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc j, cc j; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
297 but too many things have been done on this Earth which are Unholy, Unjust and Evil. But yet by Ascribing Greatness unto our God, how he at first made and containeth all things, By lifting up our Eyes on high, but too many things have been done on this Earth which Are Unholy, Unjust and Evil. But yet by Ascribing Greatness unto our God, how he At First made and Containeth all things, By lifting up our Eyes on high, cc-acp av d n2 vhb vbn vdn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbr j, j cc np1 p-acp av p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pns31 p-acp ord vvn cc vvz d n2, p-acp vvg a-acp po12 n2 p-acp j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
298 and beholding who hath created all these things, that bringeth out their Host by Number, he calleth them all by their Names, by the Greatness of his might, and beholding who hath created all these things, that brings out their Host by Number, he calls them all by their Names, by the Greatness of his might, cc vvg r-crq vhz vvn d d n2, cst vvz av po32 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno32 d p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
299 for that he is strong in Power, not one faileth: By knowing how that he is Sovereign and Infinitely above all other things. for that he is strong in Power, not one Faileth: By knowing how that he is Sovereign and Infinitely above all other things. c-acp cst pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, xx pi vvz: p-acp vvg c-crq cst pns31 vbz j-jn cc av-j p-acp d j-jn n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
300 By knowing how that the same God, Who made Man at first upright, but he sought out many Inventions: By knowing how that the same God, Who made Man At First upright, but he sought out many Inventions: p-acp vvg c-crq d dt d np1, r-crq vvd n1 p-acp ord j, cc-acp pns31 vvd av d n2: (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
301 So in the very beginning he made the Devil and all his Legions of Spirits Good Creatures at first, So in the very beginning he made the devil and all his Legions of Spirits Good Creatures At First, av p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd dt n1 cc d po31 n2 pp-f n2 j n2 p-acp ord, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 16
302 for that is the return made upon the several parts of the Creation. And God saw that it was Good. for that is the return made upon the several parts of the Creation. And God saw that it was Good. c-acp d vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. cc np1 vvd cst pn31 vbds j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
303 But the Devil and his Angels became Evil of themselves, and sinned, 2 Pet. 2. 4. and kept not their first Estate, Jude 6. And now they are the Black Fountain beneath, from whence do spring up all Sin or Evil. But God (who now suffers it all, But the devil and his Angels became Evil of themselves, and sinned, 2 Pet. 2. 4. and kept not their First Estate, U^de 6. And now they Are the Black Fountain beneath, from whence do spring up all since or Evil. But God (who now suffers it all, p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2 vvd n-jn pp-f px32, cc vvn, crd np1 crd crd cc vvd xx po32 ord n1, np1 crd cc av pns32 vbr dt j-jn n1 a-acp, p-acp c-crq vdb vvi a-acp d n1 cc np1 p-acp np1 (r-crq av vvz pn31 d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
304 and over-rules it for the Great Ends of his Glory) is high, and as much exalted above it all, and overrules it for the Great Ends of his Glory) is high, and as much exalted above it all, cc n2 pn31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1) vbz j, cc c-acp d j-vvn p-acp pn31 d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
305 as the Sun in the Firmament shining in its brightness, is above a Quagmire, Dunghill, or dark hole of the Earth. as the Sun in the Firmament shining in its brightness, is above a Quagmire, Dunghill, or dark hold of the Earth. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
306 For all the Sin or Evil which hath been, now is, or shall ever be, doth no more Impair, Lessen, For all the since or Evil which hath been, now is, or shall ever be, does no more Impair, Lessen, p-acp d dt n1 cc n-jn r-crq vhz vbn, av vbz, cc vmb av vbi, vdz av-dx av-dc vvi, vvi, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
307 or Darken his Holiness, then the other now doth, as to the bright Beams of the Sun. Take and consider all this together into our understandings, with the other Divine Truths which relate to this matter, or Darken his Holiness, then the other now does, as to the bright Beams of the Sun. Take and Consider all this together into our understandings, with the other Divine Truths which relate to this matter, cc vvi po31 n1, cs dt n-jn av vdz, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb cc vvi d d av p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt j-jn j-jn n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
308 and they do all most clearly open and unfold this mystery, How God doth suffer sin and yet is not the Author thereof; and they do all most clearly open and unfold this mystery, How God does suffer since and yet is not the Author thereof; cc pns32 vdb d av-ds av-j j cc vvi d n1, c-crq np1 vdz vvi n1 cc av vbz xx dt n1 av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
309 and how all things both Animate and Inanimate do his will; and yet Nevertheless His Will, like his Commandment, Is Holy, Just and Good. and how all things both Animate and Inanimate do his will; and yet Nevertheless His Will, like his Commandment, Is Holy, Just and Good. cc c-crq d n2 d vvi cc j vdb po31 n1; cc av av po31 n1, av-j po31 n1, vbz j, j cc j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
310 So that though the Committing of Sin is not according to the will of God in which he is well pleased; So that though the Committing of since is not according to the will of God in which he is well pleased; av cst cs dt vvg pp-f n1 vbz xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av vvn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
311 yet it is the will of God barely to suffer, and then afterwards to Punish it. yet it is the will of God barely to suffer, and then afterwards to punish it. av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j pc-acp vvi, cc av av pc-acp vvi pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
312 For Notwithstanding all that is here said, still there is a fault, Evil deserving and willfulness in the reasonable Creature, in Committing Sin or Evil, or in speaking Falshood; For Notwithstanding all that is Here said, still there is a fault, Evil deserving and willfulness in the reasonable Creature, in Committing since or Evil, or in speaking Falsehood; p-acp a-acp d cst vbz av vvn, av pc-acp vbz dt n1, j-jn vvg cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg n1 cc n-jn, cc p-acp vvg n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
313 & upon that fault & evil deserving of theirs, the future Punishment of God is righteously founded. & upon that fault & evil deserving of theirs, the future Punishment of God is righteously founded. cc p-acp d n1 cc j-jn n-vvg pp-f png32, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 17
314 Here we should remember our Creature State, How that Angels and Devils, Men and Beasts, Birds and Fishes, Things with life or without life, visible or invisible, they are all but Creatures, Here we should Remember our Creature State, How that Angels and Devils, Men and Beasts, Birds and Fish, Things with life or without life, visible or invisible, they Are all but Creatures, av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 n1, c-crq d n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, n2 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, j cc j, pns32 vbr d cc-acp n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
315 or Instruments in the Hands of God, for to do whatever his hand or his Counsel hath determined or suffered to be done. or Instruments in the Hands of God, for to do whatever his hand or his Counsel hath determined or suffered to be done. cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq po31 n1 cc po31 n1 vhz vvn cc vvd pc-acp vbi vdn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
316 For of a Truth against thy Holy Child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate with the Gentiles, and the People of Israel were gathered together, for to do whatsoever thy Hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done, Act. 4. 27 28. In like manner it may be reasoned and applied of the whose Creation of God, Fire and Hail, Snow and Vapour, stormy Wind fulfilling his Word, Psal. 148. 8. So all the living Creatures in all their Actings and Movings, do agree and meet herein, For of a Truth against thy Holy Child jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate with the Gentiles, and the People of Israel were gathered together, for to do whatsoever thy Hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done, Act. 4. 27 28. In like manner it may be reasoned and applied of the whose Creation of God, Fire and Hail, Snow and Vapour, stormy Wind fulfilling his Word, Psalm 148. 8. So all the living Creatures in all their Actings and Movings, do agree and meet herein, p-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp po21 j n1 np1, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, d np1 cc np1 np1 p-acp dt n2-j, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn av, c-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vbi vdn, n1 crd crd crd p-acp j n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn pp-f dt r-crq n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc vvi, n1 cc n1, j n1 vvg po31 n1, np1 crd crd av d dt j-vvg n2 p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, vdb vvi cc vvi av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
317 for to do Whatsoever thy Hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done. for to do Whatsoever thy Hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done. c-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vbi vdn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 17
318 So the Devil and his Legions, and all those People in the flesh, our Fellow-creatures, they are all but Instruments in the Hands of God (for the Devil Acted through Herod and Pontius Pilate, in putting Christ to Death) for to do Whatsoever thy Hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done. So the devil and his Legions, and all those People in the Flesh, our Fellow-creatures, they Are all but Instruments in the Hands of God (for the devil Acted through Herod and Pontius Pilate, in putting christ to Death) for to do Whatsoever thy Hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done. av dt n1 cc po31 n2, cc d d n1 p-acp dt n1, po12 n2, pns32 vbr d cc-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (c-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc np1 np1, p-acp vvg np1 p-acp n1) p-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vbi vdn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
319 And so all those Afflictions, Trials and Temptations, are to be looked upon, which do befall any of the Children of Men. And so all those Afflictions, Trials and Temptations, Are to be looked upon, which do befall any of the Children of Men. cc av d d n2, n2 cc n2, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vdb vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
320 David could say concerning Shimei, Let him alone, let him Curse, for the Lord hath bidden him, 2 Sam. 6. 11. Abisha did call him a dead Dog for thus doing. David could say Concerning Shimei, Let him alone, let him Curse, for the Lord hath bidden him, 2 Sam. 6. 11. Abishai did call him a dead Dog for thus doing. np1 vmd vvi vvg np1, vvb pno31 av-j, vvb pno31 vvi, p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, crd np1 crd crd np1 vdd vvi pno31 dt j n1 p-acp av vdg. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
321 And here we may make use of this Parallel and Similitude, we should not be like unto Ignorant and Angry Dogs to bite the stone, without having respect unto him that flings it. So alas! And Here we may make use of this Parallel and Similitude, we should not be like unto Ignorant and Angry Dogs to bite the stone, without having respect unto him that flings it. So alas! cc av pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, pns12 vmd xx vbi av-j p-acp j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vhg n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz pn31. np1 uh! (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
322 We are too apt to blame, and to have indignation at that Fellow-creature of ours, We Are too apt to blame, and to have Indignation At that Fellow-creature of ours, pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png12, (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
323 or outward Accident, whom, or which we suppose to be the cause of our Affliction, Loss, or Disappointment. or outward Accident, whom, or which we suppose to be the cause of our Affliction, Loss, or Disappointment. cc j n1, ro-crq, cc r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, n1, cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
324 But here we should rather be silent and submit, take it with the Spirit of meekness and willing resignation for the Lord hath bidden him, or he hath given Commission and Leave to such an Evil or Lying Spirit, to Act through Incarnate or visible Instruments such afflicting things against us. But Here we should rather be silent and submit, take it with the Spirit of meekness and willing resignation for the Lord hath bidden him, or he hath given Commission and Leave to such an Evil or Lying Spirit, to Act through Incarnate or visible Instruments such afflicting things against us. p-acp av pns12 vmd av-c vbi j cc vvi, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, cc pns31 vhz vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt j-jn cc vvg n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j cc j n2 d vvg n2 p-acp pno12. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
325 As in good things, It is not such a Man, but Christ who dwelleth in him, doth the same, As in good things, It is not such a Man, but christ who dwells in him, does thee same, p-acp p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz xx d dt n1, cc-acp np1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vdz pno32 d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
326 so in evil things the Devil Acts through such who do evil. so in evil things the devil Acts through such who do evil. av p-acp j-jn n2 dt n1 vvz p-acp d r-crq vdb n-jn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
327 And over and above all things, we may look up to the Great Invisible God, who Over-rules and Determines all for the Great Ends of his own Glory. And over and above all things, we may look up to the Great Invisible God, who Overrules and Determines all for the Great Ends of his own Glory. cc a-acp cc p-acp d n2, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j j np1, r-crq n2 cc vvz d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
328 Who will make all things work together for Good, to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his Purpose, Rom. 8. 28. The consideration of all this put together should make us to lay our hand upon our mouth, to have a care least we reply against God. Who will make all things work together for Good, to them that love God, to them who Are the called according to his Purpose, Rom. 8. 28. The consideration of all this put together should make us to lay our hand upon our Mouth, to have a care lest we reply against God. q-crq vmb vvi d n2 vvi av p-acp j, p-acp pno32 cst vvb np1, p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr dt vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f d d vvd av vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 18
329 Shall the thing formed say unto him that forme• it, why hast thou made me thus? Shall the Creature Governed by him and dependant on him, say, Shall the thing formed say unto him that forme• it, why hast thou made me thus? Shall the Creature Governed by him and dependant on him, say, vmb dt n1 vvd vvi p-acp pno31 cst n1 pn31, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av? vmb dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 cc j-jn p-acp pno31, vvb, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
330 Why hast thou suffered or ordered it to be thus or thus with me, which I do not like, Why hast thou suffered or ordered it to be thus or thus with me, which I do not like, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn cc vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi av cc av p-acp pno11, r-crq pns11 vdb xx av-j, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
331 or I had rather it was otherwise. or I had rather it was otherwise. cc pns11 vhd av-c pn31 vbds av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
332 Hath not the Potter Power over the clay of the same lump, to make ou• Vessel to Honour and another to Dishonour? Is it not Lawful for the Good Man of the House, Hath not the Potter Power over the clay of the same lump, to make ou• Vessel to Honour and Another to Dishonour? Is it not Lawful for the Good Man of the House, vhz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, pc-acp vvi n1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc j-jn pc-acp vvi? vbz pn31 xx j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
333 for the Lord and Governour of the World, To do what he will with his own? Sha•• we receive Good at the Hands of God, for the Lord and Governor of the World, To do what he will with his own? Sha•• we receive Good At the Hands of God, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp po31 d? np1 pns12 vvb j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
334 and shall we not receiv• Evil? The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; and shall we not receiv• Evil? The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; cc vmb pns12 xx n1 j-jn? dt n1 vvd cc dt n1 vhz vvn av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
335 Blessed be the Name of the Lord. For the Lord will not cast off for ever; Blessed be the Name of the Lord. For the Lord will not cast off for ever; vvn vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
336 But though He cause grief, yet will He have Compassion according to the Multitude of his mercies; But though He cause grief, yet will He have Compassion according to the Multitude of his Mercies; cc-acp cs pns31 vvb n1, av vmb pns31 vhb n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
337 for He doth not afflict willingly, nor grieve the Children of Men, Lam. 3. 31, 32, 33. These and such like things are written and scattered up and down here and there in the Book of the Lord for our Comfort and Contentment. for He does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the Children of Men, Lam. 3. 31, 32, 33. These and such like things Are written and scattered up and down Here and there in the Book of the Lord for our Comfort and Contentment. c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 cc d j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp cc a-acp av cc a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
338 Be still and know that I am God. That he is our Creator, and we are pure and meer Creatures in his hands. Be still and know that I am God. That he is our Creator, and we Are pure and mere Creatures in his hands. vbb j cc vvb cst pns11 vbm np1. cst pns31 vbz po12 n1, cc pns12 vbr j cc j n2 p-acp po31 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
339 We may perceive a manifest diversity between his own Omnipotency, or Almightiness (if I may so express it) and our own impotency, inability and weakness. We may perceive a manifest diversity between his own Omnipotency, or Almightiness (if I may so express it) and our own impotency, inability and weakness. pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc n1 (cs pns11 vmb av vvi pn31) cc po12 d n1, n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
340 For it is evident and experienced, that there are many things which we would •ave, and yet we cannot obtain, which we endeavour after, and yet cannot accomplish. For it is evident and experienced, that there Are many things which we would •ave, and yet we cannot obtain, which we endeavour After, and yet cannot accomplish. p-acp pn31 vbz j cc j-vvn, cst a-acp vbr d n2 r-crq pns12 vmd vhi, cc av pns12 vmbx vvi, r-crq pns12 vvb a-acp, cc av vmbx vvi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
341 As our Bodily motion is confined to such a degree, beyond which we cannot move faster: As our Bodily motion is confined to such a degree, beyond which we cannot move faster: p-acp po12 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi jc: (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
342 Our strength is also limited to such a Pitch, that we can lift so much and no more. Our strength is also limited to such a Pitch, that we can lift so much and no more. po12 n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi av av-d cc dx av-dc. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
343 So we may perceive as to all our other Powers of Action, that they are determined and limited on every side. So we may perceive as to all our other Powers of Actium, that they Are determined and limited on every side. av pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp d po12 j-jn n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
344 There is none who in this mortal and imperfect state hath all his desires, or every thing according to his mind, even as he would have. There is none who in this Mortal and imperfect state hath all his Desires, or every thing according to his mind, even as he would have. pc-acp vbz pix r-crq p-acp d j-jn cc j n1 vhz d po31 n2, cc d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, av c-acp pns31 vmd vhi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
345 God is to be eyed and observed in this thing also, and it is meet to be said unto him, It is the Lord, let him do with me what seemeth him Good. God is to be eyed and observed in this thing also, and it is meet to be said unto him, It is the Lord, let him do with me what seems him Good. np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 av, cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz dt n1, vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pno11 r-crq vvz pno31 j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
346 It was a Good Resigned and Contented Temper and Disposition of David, when he said, If I shall find favour in the Eyes of the Lord, He will bring me up again, It was a Good Resigned and Contented Temper and Disposition of David, when he said, If I shall find favour in the Eyes of the Lord, He will bring me up again, pn31 vbds dt j vvn cc vvn vvi cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd, cs pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 a-acp av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
347 and shew me both it (the Ark) and his Habitation. But if He thus say, I have no delight in thee, and show me both it (the Ark) and his Habitation. But if He thus say, I have no delight in thee, cc vvb pno11 av-d pn31 (dt n1) cc po31 n1. p-acp cs pns31 av vvi, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp pno21, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
348 behold here am I, let him do to me as seemeth Good unto him, 2 Sam. 15. 25, 26. Even so in all the difficulties and doubts of our Life, amidst all fears and troubles, we should refer them all unto God. behold Here am I, let him do to me as seems Good unto him, 2 Sam. 15. 25, 26. Even so in all the difficulties and doubts of our Life, amid all fears and Troubles, we should refer them all unto God. vvb av vbm pns11, vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pno11 p-acp vvz j p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 av p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp d n2 cc n2, pns12 vmd vvi pno32 d p-acp np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
349 Commit thy way unto the Lord, (the Marginal read•ng is, Roll thy way upon the Lord) trust also in him and he shall bring it to pass: Commit thy Way unto the Lord, (the Marginal read•ng is, Roll thy Way upon the Lord) trust also in him and he shall bring it to pass: vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, (dt j n1 vbz, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1) vvb av p-acp pno31 cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi: (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
350 Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for him, Psal. 37. 5, 7. And under the Gospel it is commanded, Casting all your care upon him, Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for him, Psalm 37. 5, 7. And under the Gospel it is commanded, Casting all your care upon him, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd cc p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn, vvg d po22 n1 p-acp pno31, (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
351 for He careth for you, 1 Pet. 5. 7. And thou shalt remember all the way which the Lord thy God led thee in the Wilderness; for He Careth for you, 1 Pet. 5. 7. And thou shalt Remember all the Way which the Lord thy God led thee in the Wilderness; c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, vvn np1 crd crd cc pns21 vm2 vvi d dt n1 r-crq dt n1 po21 n1 vvd pno21 p-acp dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 18
352 where thou hast seen how, that as a Man bareth his Son, so did the Lord bare thee in all the way that thou wentest, This expression of the Holy Ghost seems to allude unto a Man carrying a Suckling, where thou hast seen how, that as a Man bareth his Son, so did the Lord bore thee in all the Way that thou wentest, This expression of the Holy Ghost seems to allude unto a Man carrying a Suckling, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn c-crq, d c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1, av vdd dt n1 vvd pno21 p-acp d dt n1 cst pns21 vvd2, d n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvg dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
353 or Infant in his Arms, which cannot go of it self, but must go whither it is carried, and it knows not. or Infant in his Arms, which cannot go of it self, but must go whither it is carried, and it knows not. cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vmbx vvi pp-f pn31 n1, cc-acp vmb vvi c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc pn31 vvz xx. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
354 Even so we are as B•bes and Sucklings unto God; Even so we Are as B•bes and Sucklings unto God; np1 av pns12 vbr p-acp n2 cc ng1 p-acp np1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
355 And he doth so carry us his Creatures in this Life and through this Wilderness of the Earth, And he does so carry us his Creatures in this Life and through this Wilderness of the Earth, cc pns31 vdz av vvi pno12 po31 n2 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
356 tho' too many do not see, know and discern as much. For the Lords Portion is his People, Jacob is the Lot of his I•heri•ance. though too many do not see, know and discern as much. For the lords Portion is his People, Jacob is the Lot of his I•heri•ance. cs av d vdb xx vvi, vvb cc vvi c-acp av-d. p-acp dt n2 n1 vbz po31 n1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
357 He led him about, He instructed him, He kept him as the Apple of his Eye. He led him about, He instructed him, He kept him as the Apple of his Eye. pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp, pns31 vvd pno31, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 18
358 As an Eagle stirreth up her Nest, fluttereth over her Young, sprea•••h abroad her Wings, taketh them and beareth them on her Wings. As an Eagl stirs up her Nest, fluttereth over her Young, sprea•••h abroad her Wings, Takes them and bears them on her Wings. p-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp po31 n1, vvz p-acp po31 j, uh av po31 n2, vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
359 (Behold, what a fit Comparison here is to resemble and set forth, how the Invisible Creator doth brood over his visible Creatures and take care of them: (Behold, what a fit Comparison Here is to resemble and Set forth, how the Invisible Creator does brood over his visible Creatures and take care of them: (vvb, q-crq dt j n1 av vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, c-crq dt j n1 vdz n1 p-acp po31 j n2 cc vvb n1 pp-f pno32: (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
360 Like as we read of in the beginning, And the Spirit of God, mooved upon the Face of the Waters, Gen. 1. 2. Even so ever since his Spirit, Like as we read of in the beginning, And the Spirit of God, moved upon the Face of the Waters, Gen. 1. 2. Even so ever since his Spirit, av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd np1 av av c-acp po31 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
361 yea, his own Being and Himself doth Encompass and contain and over-shadow the Face of all his Creation, He upholding all things by the Word of his Power) so the Lord alone did lead him, yea, his own Being and Himself does Encompass and contain and overshadow the Face of all his Creation, He upholding all things by the Word of his Power) so the Lord alone did led him, uh, po31 d vbg cc px31 vdz vvi cc vvi cc n1 dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1, pns31 vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1) av dt n1 av-j vdd vvi pno31, (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
362 and there was no strange God in him. and there was no strange God in him. cc a-acp vbds dx j np1 p-acp pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
363 He made him ride on the High Places of the Earth, that he might eat the Increase of the Fields, He made him ride on the High Places of the Earth, that he might eat the Increase of the Fields, pns31 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
364 and He made him to suck Honey out of the Rock ▪ and Oyl out of the flinty Rock. and He made him to suck Honey out of the Rock ▪ and Oil out of the flinty Rock. cc pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1 ▪ cc n1 av pp-f dt j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
365 Butter of Kine, and Milk of Sheep, with fat of Lambs, and Rams, of the Breed Bashan; Butter of Kine, and Milk of Sheep, with fat of Lambs, and Rams, of the Breed Bashan; n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j pp-f n2, cc n2, pp-f dt n1 np1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
366 and Goats, with the fat of Kidneys, of Wheat, and thou didst drink the Pure Blood of the Grape, Deut. 32. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. From all which we may see, that even the least things pertaining to Life and to the Body (the husk and shell of the Soul) are ordered by God our Maker, and Goats, with the fat of Kidneys, of Wheat, and thou didst drink the Pure Blood of the Grape, Deuteronomy 32. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. From all which we may see, that even the least things pertaining to Life and to the Body (the husk and shell of the Soul) Are ordered by God our Maker, cc n2, p-acp dt j pp-f n2, pp-f n1, cc pns21 vdd2 vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp d r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cst av dt ds n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1 (dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1) vbr vvn p-acp np1 po12 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
367 and then much more doth he take care and dispose of things for that, even the better and more enduring substance within us. and then much more does he take care and dispose of things for that, even the better and more enduring substance within us. cc av d dc vdz pns31 vvi n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d, av dt jc cc av-dc j-vvg n1 p-acp pno12. (1) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 21
368 I have often thought as to the several Passages, Occurrences, and Things which I meet withal in the course of mine own Life, both as to what is past or present, some of which I do remember, I have often Thought as to the several Passages, Occurrences, and Things which I meet withal in the course of mine own Life, both as to what is past or present, Some of which I do Remember, pns11 vhb av vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2, n2, cc n2 r-crq pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 d n1, d c-acp p-acp r-crq vbz j cc j, d pp-f r-crq pns11 vdb vvi, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
369 but what is to come God only knows; but what is to come God only knows; cc-acp q-crq vbz pc-acp vvi np1 av-j vvz; (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
370 That as when Peter was let out of Prison by the Angel who bid him follow me, That as when Peter was let out of Prison by the Angel who bid him follow me, cst a-acp c-crq np1 vbds vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd pno31 vvi pno11, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
371 when they were past the first and second Ward, they came unto the Iron Gate that le•deth unto the City, which opened to them of his own accord, Acts 12. 10. From that last, I have thus several times concluded and reasoned within m• self, that if such, when they were passed the First and second Ward, they Come unto the Iron Gate that le•deth unto the city, which opened to them of his own accord, Acts 12. 10. From that last, I have thus several times concluded and reasoned within m• self, that if such, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp pno32 pp-f po31 d n1, n2 crd crd p-acp cst ord, pns11 vhb av j n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 n1, cst cs d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
372 or such a thing which I have a desire or coveting after, were indeed the mind or will of God, that it should be done for me or had by me; or such a thing which I have a desire or coveting After, were indeed the mind or will of God, that it should be done for me or had by me; cc d dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb dt n1 cc vvg a-acp, vbdr av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vmd vbi vdn p-acp pno11 cc vhd p-acp pno11; (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
373 why then, as Peter did follow the Angel, so if I did use the common means and endeavours after it, viz. such means as are true and prudent, lawful and right and no others, why then, as Peter did follow the Angel, so if I did use the Common means and endeavours After it, viz. such means as Are true and prudent, lawful and right and no Others, q-crq av, c-acp np1 vdd vvi dt n1, av cs pns11 vdd vvi dt j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, n1 d n2 c-acp vbr j cc j, j cc j-jn cc av-dx n2-jn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
374 as after they had past the first and second ward, the Iron Gate opened to them of his own accord. as After they had passed the First and second ward, the Iron Gate opened to them of his own accord. c-acp c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt ord cc ord n1, dt n1 n1 vvd p-acp pno32 pp-f po31 d n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
375 So altho' there may be some mean difficulty and opposition, which may be rubbed over and got through, So although there may be Some mean difficulty and opposition, which may be rubbed over and god through, av cs pc-acp vmb vbi d j n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
376 yet at length away would open of its own accord, to Perfect and Consummate the same thing, That we may actually and indeed obtain it, yet At length away would open of its own accord, to Perfect and Consummate the same thing, That we may actually and indeed obtain it, av p-acp n1 av vmd vvi pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp j cc vvi dt d n1, cst pns12 vmb av-j cc av vvi pn31, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
377 or arrive at the place where we would be. or arrive At the place where we would be. cc vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vbi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
378 Whither or no I have guessed at, or rather found out the very Truth as it stands in the Nature and Connexion of things, the Lord knows. Whither or not I have guessed At, or rather found out the very Truth as it Stands in the Nature and Connexion of things, the Lord knows. q-crq cc xx pns11 vhb vvn p-acp, cc av-c vvn av dt j n1 c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 vvz. (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
379 But I protest by your rejoycing, which I have in Christ Jesus our Lord; But I protest by your rejoicing, which I have in christ jesus our Lord; cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po22 vvg, r-crq pns11 vhb p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
380 I Protest, by my Trouble and Vexation of Spirit, which I have sometimes about wordly and outward things, this same is a mighty Word of Consolation and Contentment unto me, in the several Expectations which I have framed and raised to my self, I Protest, by my Trouble and Vexation of Spirit, which I have sometime about wordly and outward things, this same is a mighty Word of Consolation and Contentment unto me, in the several Expectations which I have framed and raised to my self, pns11 vvb, p-acp po11 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vhb av p-acp j cc j n2, d d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11, p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp po11 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
381 and in the several Disappointments which I have met withal throughout this life, centring still upon this Foundation and Point, The Will of the Lord be done, and let me willingly submit unto that same his will, whatever it is or shall be. and in the several Disappointments which I have met withal throughout this life, centring still upon this Foundation and Point, The Will of the Lord be done, and let me willingly submit unto that same his will, whatever it is or shall be. cc p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn av p-acp d n1, vvg av p-acp d n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vdn, cc vvb pno11 av-j vvi p-acp d d po31 n1, r-crq pn31 vbz cc vmb vbi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 21
382 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have Peace, in the World ye shall have Tribulation, These things I have spoken unto you, that in me you might have Peace, in the World you shall have Tribulation, d n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, cst p-acp pno11 pn22 vmd vhi n1, p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
383 but be of Good Cheer, I have •vercome the World, John 16. 33. Is not this very same thing felt and experienced at this Day? For doth not all the Tribulation, Trouble and Vexation arise from the World and from the things thereof? It is so•• very deed with me as I think off, but be of Good Cheer, I have •vercome the World, John 16. 33. Is not this very same thing felt and experienced At this Day? For does not all the Tribulation, Trouble and Vexation arise from the World and from the things thereof? It is so•• very deed with me as I think off, cc-acp vbb pp-f j vvb, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, np1 crd crd vbz xx d av d n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp d n1? p-acp vdz xx d dt n1, vvb cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2 av? pn31 vbz n1 j n1 p-acp pno11 c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp, (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
384 and am busied in the things and concernments thereof, but when again, I lift up my heart above all the thoughts thereof, and am busied in the things and concernments thereof, but when again, I lift up my heart above all the thoughts thereof, cc vbm vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 av, cc-acp c-crq av, pns11 vvb a-acp po11 n1 p-acp d dt n2 av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
385 then it becomes Calm and Peaceable, Smooth and Clear, as the upper Region of the Air, which is above all Winds, Storms, Tempests, or Clouds. then it becomes Cam and Peaceable, Smooth and Clear, as the upper Region of the Air, which is above all Winds, Storms, Tempests, or Clouds. cs pn31 vvz j cc j, j cc j, c-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d n2, n2, n2, cc n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
386 For the Knowledge of God and the great things of Eternity, doth swallow up, darken and obscure all the little things of this lower World, For the Knowledge of God and the great things of Eternity, does swallow up, darken and Obscure all the little things of this lower World, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, vdz vvi a-acp, vvb cc vvi d dt j n2 pp-f d jc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
387 as the Sun shining in its Brightness at Mid-day, doth make, so that we do not then perceive any Light of Moon or Stars, as the Sun shining in its Brightness At Midday, does make, so that we do not then perceive any Light of Moon or Stars, c-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, vdz vvi, av cst pns12 vdb xx av vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
388 albeit they are then equally fixed in the Firmament, and give their faintlight all one as at night time albeit they Are then equally fixed in the Firmament, and give their faintlight all one as At night time cs pns32 vbr av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po32 n1 d pi p-acp p-acp n1 n1 (1) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 21
389 There is no such help in the World towards Contentment, as to have the Knowledge of God; There is no such help in the World towards Contentment, as to have the Knowledge of God; pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
390 Especially to know and conceive of him as hath been just now explained. Especially to know and conceive of him as hath been just now explained. av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f pno31 c-acp vhz vbn j av vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
391 The Apostle Paul doth intimate that some of the Christians dwelling at Corinth to whom he Writes, Had not the Knowledge of God, I speak this to your shame, 1 Cor. 15. 34. As truly it is to the shame of all who Name, The Apostle Paul does intimate that Some of the Christians Dwelling At Corinth to whom he Writes, Had not the Knowledge of God, I speak this to your shame, 1 Cor. 15. 34. As truly it is to the shame of all who Name, dt n1 np1 vdz vvi cst d pp-f dt njpg2 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, vhd xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb d p-acp po22 n1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp av-j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
392 or profess the Name of Christ to be found without it. or profess the Name of christ to be found without it. cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
393 But it must be supposed, yea, It is most certain and evident, that Paul himself had the Knowledge of God. But it must be supposed, yea, It is most certain and evident, that Paul himself had the Knowledge of God. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, uh, pn31 vbz av-ds j cc j, cst np1 px31 vhn dt n1 pp-f np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
394 For otherwise, as he could never have wrote so many true and excellent things concerning God. For otherwise, as he could never have wrote so many true and excellent things Concerning God. p-acp av, c-acp pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvd av d j cc j n2 vvg np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
395 And it was by this Knowledge of God (even, as he is the Creator, Governour and Disposer of all things) that he had thereby Learned in whatsoever State he was therewith to be content. And it was by this Knowledge of God (even, as he is the Creator, Governor and Disposer of all things) that he had thereby Learned in whatsoever State he was therewith to be content. cc pn31 vbds p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 (av, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2) cst pns31 vhd av vvn p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vbds av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
396 I know both how to be abased, and I ••ow how to abound, &c. By what hath been aforesaid, this Lesson may be somewhat Learned, in whatsoever State, Thou O Man, art in, therewith to be Content. I know both how to be abased, and I ••ow how to abound, etc. By what hath been aforesaid, this lesson may be somewhat Learned, in whatsoever State, Thou O Man, art in, therewith to be Content. pns11 vvb d c-crq pc-acp vbi vvd, cc pns11 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi, av p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, d n1 vmb vbi av j, p-acp r-crq n1, pns21 sy n1, n1 p-acp, av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
397 And that ye may come to this Knowledge, both to be abased and how to abound, Be sure to take in the Knowledge of God and of our Lord Jesus Christ, And that you may come to this Knowledge, both to be abased and how to abound, Be sure to take in the Knowledge of God and of our Lord jesus christ, cc cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, av-d pc-acp vbi vvd cc c-crq pc-acp vvi, vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 21
398 and then this Lesson is easily Learned, as also the other Knowledge will be soon attained unto. and then this lesson is Easily Learned, as also the other Knowledge will be soon attained unto. cc av d n1 vbz av-j vvn, c-acp av dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp. (1) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 21
399 But seek ye first the Kingdom of God and his Righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. But seek you First the Kingdom of God and his Righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you. p-acp vvi pn22 ord dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, cc d d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (1) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 21
400 So here it is, in the first place, know God and the Lord Jesus Christ, as He, or they are to be Known; So Here it is, in the First place, know God and the Lord jesus christ, as He, or they Are to be Known; av av pn31 vbz, p-acp dt ord n1, vvb np1 cc dt n1 np1 np1, c-acp pns31, cc pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 21
401 and then all the other will fall in of Course. and then all the other will fallen in of Course. cc cs d dt n-jn vmb vvi p-acp pp-f n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 21
402 For then according to the Words of our Text, Every where, and in all things, ye will be instrusted both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. For then according to the Words of our Text, Every where, and in all things, you will be Entrusted both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. p-acp av vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, d c-crq, cc p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb vbi vvn av-d pc-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vbi j, av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 21
403 There is no need to use many more Words, to shew and inculcate the same. There is no need to use many more Words, to show and inculcate the same. pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi d dc n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvb dt d. (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 21
404 But as it is Written, And this is Life Eternal, that they might know thee, the only true God and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent: But as it is Written, And this is Life Eternal, that they might know thee, the only true God and jesus christ whom thou hast sent: cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cc d vbz n1 j, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno21, dt j j np1 cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn: (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 21
405 Even so this is the Sweetness and Comfort, the Peace and Satisfaction, the Quiet and Smoothness 〈 … 〉 ness of this present Temporal Life. Even so this is the Sweetness and Comfort, the Peace and Satisfaction, the Quiet and Smoothness 〈 … 〉 ness of this present Temporal Life. av av d vbz dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1, dt j-jn cc n1 〈 … 〉 n1 pp-f d j j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
406 To know thee, the only true God (as He is Supreme Lord, Governour and Disposer of all things) and Jesus Christ whom he hath sent, the Eternal Word, whereby God is more seen and manifest unto our Souls. Alas! To know thee, the only true God (as He is Supreme Lord, Governor and Disposer of all things) and jesus christ whom he hath sent, the Eternal Word, whereby God is more seen and manifest unto our Souls. Alas! p-acp vvb pno21, dt j j np1 (c-acp pns31 vbz j n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2) cc np1 np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, dt j n1, c-crq np1 vbz av-dc vvn cc j p-acp po12 n2. np1! (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
407 when we are amidst trouble, Vexation and Restlessness of Spirit, it is most commonly because we forget God, when we Are amid trouble, Vexation and Restlessness of Spirit, it is most commonly Because we forget God, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz av-ds av-j c-acp pns12 vvb np1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
408 and behave our selves falsly in his Covenant ▪ But did we know and see him with the Eyes of our Understanding being enlightened? Were our Hearts pure and upright before him? How sweetly and contentedly might we live, under the Apprehension and Care, and behave our selves falsely in his Covenant ▪ But did we know and see him with the Eyes of our Understanding being enlightened? Were our Hearts pure and upright before him? How sweetly and contentedly might we live, under the Apprehension and Care, cc vvi po12 n2 av-j p-acp po31 n1 ▪ cc-acp vdd pns12 vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbg vvn? np1 po12 n2 j cc j p-acp pno31? c-crq av-j cc av-vvn vmd pns12 vvi, p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
409 and Protection of this Good God above; and Protection of this Good God above; cc n1 pp-f d j n1 a-acp; (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
410 All one, yea, and much more then Subjects under a Lawful and Excellent Prince, Children under a Loving and Good, a Just and Wise Father; All one, yea, and much more then Subject's under a Lawful and Excellent Prince, Children under a Loving and Good, a Just and Wise Father; d pi, uh, cc av-d av-dc cs n2-jn p-acp dt j cc j n1, n2 p-acp dt j-vvg cc j, dt j cc j n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
411 and as Servants under the best of Masters. and as Servants under the best of Masters. cc c-acp n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
412 For God doth approve himself more so towards his Creatures, then all those Relations whatever, according to the Flesh. For God does approve himself more so towards his Creatures, then all those Relations whatever, according to the Flesh. p-acp np1 vdz vvi px31 av-dc av p-acp po31 n2, cs d d n2 r-crq, vvg p-acp dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 22
413 At that day shall a Man look unto his Maker, and his Eyes have Respect unto the Holy one of Israel, Isa. 17. 7. And so when the Invisible, God is to us All in All; At that day shall a Man look unto his Maker, and his Eyes have Respect unto the Holy one of Israel, Isaiah 17. 7. And so when the Invisible, God is to us All in All; p-acp d n1 vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n2 vhb n1 p-acp dt j pi pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc av c-crq dt j, np1 vbz p-acp pno12 d p-acp d; (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
414 when we see him in all our ways, and in all our goings, in all our Doings and Actions which are ordered by him. when we see him in all our ways, and in all our goings, in all our Doings and Actions which Are ordered by him. c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp d po12 n2, cc p-acp d po12 n2-vvg, p-acp d po12 n2-vdg cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
415 As one doth well express it, When we have wandred all our Ways, Death comes and shuts up the Story of our Days. As one does well express it, When we have wandered all our Ways, Death comes and shuts up the Story of our Days. p-acp pi vdz av vvi pn31, c-crq pns12 vhb vvn d po12 n2, n1 vvz cc vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
416 Even so all our Ways, Goings, Doings and Actions, that we Creatures are concerned in, it is all, Even so all our Ways, Goings, Doings and Actions, that we Creatures Are concerned in, it is all, av av d po12 n2, n2-vvg, n2-vdg cc n2, cst pns12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp, pn31 vbz d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
417 but Whatever thy hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done; This lays in the surest base and best Foundation for Patience and Contentment. but Whatever thy hand and thy Counsel determined before to be done; This lays in the Surest base and best Foundation for Patience and Contentment. cc-acp r-crq po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vbi vdn; d vvz p-acp dt js n1 cc js n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
418 I do write the same things over again, which to you it is safe, That ye may come to the perfect knowledge, I do write the same things over again, which to you it is safe, That you may come to the perfect knowledge, pns11 vdb vvi dt d n2 a-acp av, r-crq p-acp pn22 pn31 vbz j, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
419 and have the continued remembrance of this same Great Truth. This Duty of Contentment springs up as a Natural Result: and have the continued remembrance of this same Great Truth. This Duty of Contentment springs up as a Natural Result: cc vhb dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d d j n1. d n1 pp-f n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1: (1) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 22
420 and Consequence to what we all owe unto him, viz. That we should obey God. and Consequence to what we all owe unto him, viz. That we should obey God. cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 d vvb p-acp pno31, n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
421 It is often inculcated and commanded in Scripture, that we should obey the Voice of God, or that man should obey God: Yea, it is the drift, design and tendency of the whole Scripture. It is often inculcated and commanded in Scripture, that we should obey the Voice of God, or that man should obey God: Yea, it is the drift, Design and tendency of the Whole Scripture. pn31 vbz av vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d n1 vmd vvi np1: uh, pn31 vbz dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
422 As also of all our Preaching, that ye may obey God and keep his Commandments in all things. As also of all our Preaching, that you may obey God and keep his commandments in all things. p-acp av pp-f d po12 vvg, cst pn22 vmb vvi np1 cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp d n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
423 Now that our own will should be brought under and given up to the Will of God, that our Spirit should be subject unto the Father of Spirits, this is an essential part and act of obedience unto God, Now that our own will should be brought under and given up to the Will of God, that our Spirit should be Subject unto the Father of Spirits, this is an essential part and act of Obedience unto God, av cst po12 d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst po12 n1 vmd vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, d vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
424 and herein also Contentment doth consist. and herein also Contentment does consist. cc av av n1 vdz vvi. (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
425 Be silent, O all flesh before the Lord, for he is raised up out of his Holy Habitation, Zech. 2. 13. And so to be silent and to hold our Peace, Be silent, Oh all Flesh before the Lord, for he is raised up out of his Holy Habitation, Zechariah 2. 13. And so to be silent and to hold our Peace, vbb j, uh d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp av pp-f po31 j n1, np1 crd crd cc av pc-acp vbi j cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
426 and to take it quietly whatever it be, to humble our selves under the mighty hand of God, Here is the mind that hath wisdom, here is the Faith and Patience of the Saints; and to take it quietly whatever it be, to humble our selves under the mighty hand of God, Here is the mind that hath Wisdom, Here is the Faith and Patience of the Saints; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av-jn r-crq pn31 vbi, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, av vbz dt n1 cst vhz n1, av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
427 This is the very temper and disposition of the Servants of the Lord God. This is the very temper and disposition of the Servants of the Lord God. d vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 22
428 Now for the use and application of the foregoing discourse, let him, who shall hear or read these lines see well to it, that the same mind be in him also. Now for the use and application of the foregoing discourse, let him, who shall hear or read these lines see well to it, that the same mind be in him also. av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, vvb pno31, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi d n2 vvb av p-acp pn31, cst dt d n1 vbi p-acp pno31 av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
429 Whensoever we hear good and right things spoken of, there let our Hearts and Consciences be upon the work, upon the examination and application of it all to our selves. Whensoever we hear good and right things spoken of, there let our Hearts and Consciences be upon the work, upon the examination and application of it all to our selves. q-crq pns12 vvb j cc j-jn n2 vvn pp-f, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2 vbb p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 d p-acp po12 n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 22
430 At the time and place of hearing, How findest thou it, O man or woman to be with 〈 … 〉 How do such and such good things belong to thee? Canst thou find an Interest, Propriety and share in them? Is the blessing thine? Why really, here is the Life and Benefit of all Preaching and Hearing, At the time and place of hearing, How Findest thou it, Oh man or woman to be with 〈 … 〉 How do such and such good things belong to thee? Canst thou find an Interest, Propriety and share in them? Is the blessing thine? Why really, Here is the Life and Benefit of all Preaching and Hearing, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, q-crq vv2 pns21 pn31, uh n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp 〈 … 〉 uh-crq vdb d cc d j n2 vvb p-acp pno21? vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32? vbz dt n1 png21? q-crq av-j, av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vvg cc vvg, (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
431 when we can say in truth (and without deceit or a lie) of the good things of God, that they are mine. when we can say in truth (and without deceit or a lie) of the good things of God, that they Are mine. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 (cc p-acp n1 cc dt n1) pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vbr png11. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
432 When our Souls can Eccho back, as we hear him Named, that saying of Thomas, one of the twelve Disciples, My Lord, and my God. When our Souls can Echo back, as we hear him Nam, that saying of Thomas, one of the twelve Disciples, My Lord, and my God. c-crq po12 n2 vmb n1 av, c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 vvn, cst vvg pp-f np1, crd pp-f dt crd n2, po11 n1, cc po11 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
433 Thomas spake thus, after he had reached his hand, and thrust it into the side of Jesus Christ who was the Word. And so Proportionabl•, more is the comfort and rejoycing when the words of God reach not our outside only, but our inside also; Thomas spoke thus, After he had reached his hand, and thrust it into the side of jesus christ who was the Word. And so Proportionabl•, more is the Comfort and rejoicing when the words of God reach not our outside only, but our inside also; np1 vvd av, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 r-crq vbds dt n1. cc av np1, dc vbz dt n1 cc vvg c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb xx po12 n1-an av-j, cc-acp po12 n1-an av; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
434 and then that Inhabitant which is within (the Soul and Conscience) doth answer thereupon, My Lord, and my God, here is both Edification and Comfort in this, and then that Inhabitant which is within (the Soul and Conscience) does answer thereupon, My Lord, and my God, Here is both Edification and Comfort in this, cc cs d n1 r-crq vbz a-acp (dt n1 cc n1) vdz vvi av, po11 n1, cc po11 n1, av vbz d n1 cc n1 p-acp d, (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
435 as also it is a most Quickening and Powerful Exhortation to do all things, whereby we may please and approve our selves unto our beloved. as also it is a most Quickening and Powerful Exhortation to do all things, whereby we may please and approve our selves unto our Beloved. c-acp av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j-vvg cc j n1 pc-acp vdi d n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 j-vvn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
436 There are more comfortable words to the same purpose in this very same 20th of John, Go to my Brethren and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father and your Father, There Are more comfortable words to the same purpose in this very same 20th of John, Go to my Brothers and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father and your Father, pc-acp vbr av-dc j n2 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp d av d ord pp-f np1, vvb p-acp po11 n2 cc vvi p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 cc po22 n1, (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
437 and to my God and your God. and to my God and your God. cc p-acp po11 n1 cc po22 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
438 Hereby in a most eminent manner, he shews himself to be the first born amongst man• Brethren, having infinitely greater Priviledge and Prerogative with the Father. Hereby in a most eminent manner, he shows himself to be the First born among man• Brothers, having infinitely greater Privilege and Prerogative with the Father. av p-acp dt av-ds j n1, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi dt ord vvn p-acp n1 n2, vhg av-j jc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
439 For by expres•ing it on that wise, My God and your God, He doth as it were in the first place single out God to himself; For by expres•ing it on that wise, My God and your God, He does as it were in the First place single out God to himself; p-acp p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp d n1, po11 n1 cc po22 n1, pns31 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt ord n1 j av np1 p-acp px31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
440 and then he communicates him forth unto us. and then he communicates him forth unto us. cc cs pns31 n2 pno31 av p-acp pno12. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
441 If we may here use such Plainness of Speech, as the Holy Ghost doth elsewhere upon like occasions; If we may Here use such Plainness of Speech, as the Holy Ghost does elsewhere upon like occasions; cs pns12 vmb av vvi d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt j n1 vdz av p-acp j n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
442 It is like carving for ones self in the first place, and then helping others. It is like carving for ones self in the First place, and then helping Others. pn31 vbz av-j vvg p-acp pig n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cc av vvg n2-jn. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
443 And I am sure, there is none of his disciples and followers do in the least grudge or think much, that Jesus our fore-runner (whom our Soul loves) should thus in all things have the Pre-eminence; And I am sure, there is none of his Disciples and followers do in the least grudge or think much, that jesus our forerunner (whom our Soul loves) should thus in all things have the Preeminence; cc pns11 vbm j, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 vdb p-acp dt ds n1 cc vvi d, cst np1 po12 n1 (r-crq po12 n1 vvz) vmd av p-acp d n2 vhb dt n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
444 especially s•nce that he hath Purc•ased a Church with his own blood, he hath t•e assured pr•mise, that he shall see the travel of his soul, he hath obtain'd of God such inexpres••ble Priviledges for poor mankind, whose Portion before was folly & misery, shame & Death: especially s•nce that he hath Purc•ased a Church with his own blood, he hath t•e assured pr•mise, that he shall see the travel of his soul, he hath obtained of God such inexpres••ble Privileges for poor mankind, whose Portion before was folly & misery, shame & Death: av-j n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vhz vbn vvn n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn pp-f np1 d j n2 p-acp j n1, rg-crq n1 a-acp vbds n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1: (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
445 & thus it is that he doth convey forth thro' his own Life as a Pipe or Conduit, his Goodness, •rier•s•ip & Love to u•, whom he vouchsases to call brethren. Here is the sufficient rejoicing & satisfaction to the reasonable creature (who doth know & conceive of these things) & as much as can be expected on this side of heaven. & thus it is that he does convey forth through his own Life as a Pipe or Conduit, his goodness, •rier•s•ip & Love to u•, whom he vouchsases to call brothers. Here is the sufficient rejoicing & satisfaction to the reasonable creature (who does know & conceive of these things) & as much as can be expected on this side of heaven. cc av pn31 vbz cst pns31 vdz vvi av p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, po31 n1, n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n2. av vbz dt j n-vvg cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 (r-crq vdz vvi cc vvi pp-f d n2) cc c-acp d c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
446 To have the hope & Assurance, that our Creator is our Father, and God is our God; To have the hope & Assurance, that our Creator is our Father, and God is our God; p-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1, cst po12 n1 vbz po12 n1, cc np1 vbz po12 n1; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
447 when we can say so in the Congregation and Communion if Saints; & each of us particularly hath the voice of God witnessing from within our selves, that •e is our God. when we can say so in the Congregation and Communion if Saints; & each of us particularly hath the voice of God witnessing from within our selves, that •e is our God. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cs n2; cc d pp-f pno12 av-j vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp p-acp po12 n2, cst n1 vbz po12 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
448 For as he is the God of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob, so he is likewise the God of all his Saints & servants by their several respective Names, who do the works of Abraham; and then the necessary consequence is, that all things are ours, For as he is the God of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob, so he is likewise the God of all his Saints & Servants by their several respective Names, who do the works of Abraham; and then the necessary consequence is, that all things Are ours, p-acp c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1, av pns31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 j j n2, r-crq vdb dt n2 pp-f np1; cc av dt j n1 vbz, cst d n2 vbr png12, (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
449 if he is our God, who is the •reato• Proprietor and Disposer of all things; who hath promised and will perform it; if he is our God, who is the •reato• Proprietor and Disposer of all things; who hath promised and will perform it; cs pns31 vbz po12 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 np1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; r-crq vhz vvn cc vmb vvi pn31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
450 The Lord will give Grace and Glory; no good thing will be with-hold from them that walk uprightly, Psal. 84 11. Here some may be apt to think, all this is very good; The Lord will give Grace and Glory; no good thing will be withhold from them that walk uprightly, Psalm 84 11. Here Some may be apt to think, all this is very good; dt n1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1; dx j n1 vmb vbi vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j, np1 crd crd av d vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, d d vbz av j; (1) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 23
451 But what is it to the D•ct•ine of Contentment? It doth pertain and relate thereto, But what is it to the D•ct•ine of Contentment? It does pertain and relate thereto, cc-acp q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vdz vvi cc vvi av, (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 23
452 for as there is a certain Band and Connexion, which tyes and knits all the several visible Parts of the Creation together. for as there is a certain Band and Connexion, which ties and knits all the several visible Parts of the Creation together. c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz cc vvz d dt j j n2 pp-f dt n1 av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
453 So it is, as to the invisible and future things of God and of his Kingdom. So it is, as to the invisible and future things of God and of his Kingdom. av pn31 vbz, c-acp p-acp dt j cc j-jn n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
454 There is a certain Subordination and Connexion of one to another, or one goes before another, There is a certain Subordination and Connexion of one to Another, or one Goes before Another, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f crd p-acp n-jn, cc pi vvz p-acp j-jn, (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
455 and so indeed there is of all the Graces and Gifts of the Spirit, and of all the Duties pertaining to Religion. and so indeed there is of all the Graces and Gifts of the Spirit, and of all the Duties pertaining to Religion. cc av av pc-acp vbz pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d dt n2 vvg p-acp n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
456 As in the Natural Body of ours, there are Ligatures and Strings, Nerves, Arteries and Sinews, Which do hold the Bones and the several Parts together: As in the Natural Body of ours, there Are Ligatures and Strings, Nerves, Arteries and Sinews, Which do hold the Bones and the several Parts together: p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f png12, pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2, n2, n2 cc n2, r-crq vdb vvi dt n2 cc dt j n2 av: (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
457 So likewise it is the very same as to the invisible Works of God, and what pertains to the Souls of Men. So likewise it is the very same as to the invisible Works of God, and what pertains to the Souls of Men. av av pn31 vbz dt av d c-acp p-acp dt j vvz pp-f np1, cc r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
458 In the last quoted place out of the Psalmist it is said. The Lord will give Grace and Glory, the one before the other; In the last quoted place out of the Psalmist it is said. The Lord will give Grace and Glory, the one before the other; p-acp dt ord vvd n1 av pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn. dt n1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, dt crd p-acp dt j-jn; (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
459 the one here and the other hereafter. the one Here and the other hereafter. dt pi av cc dt n-jn av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
460 And as the Blessing and Good Things of God given here in hand, and in this Life are expressed throughout all the Old Testament by the Word Peace, that is to say, Peace of Mind and Conscience, of Soul and Spirit. (Which also is confirmed and often mentioned again in the Gospel, with this Addition and Improvement to it. And as the Blessing and Good Things of God given Here in hand, and in this Life Are expressed throughout all the Old Testament by the Word Peace, that is to say, Peace of Mind and Conscience, of Soul and Spirit. (Which also is confirmed and often mentioned again in the Gospel, with this Addition and Improvement to it. cc c-acp dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f np1 vvn av p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1. (r-crq av vbz vvn cc av vvn av p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
461 The Peace of God which passeth all understanding) What is all this for? So much promised by God and so much desired by his Saints? But because that this same thing of Peace was an Earnest and Assurance, a forerunner and certain token of the future and enduring blessedness, which God would give unto them in the unseen State. The Peace of God which passes all understanding) What is all this for? So much promised by God and so much desired by his Saints? But Because that this same thing of Peace was an Earnest and Assurance, a forerunner and certain token of the future and enduring blessedness, which God would give unto them in the unseen State. dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d n1) q-crq vbz d d p-acp? av av-d vvn p-acp np1 cc av av-d vvn p-acp po31 n2? cc-acp c-acp cst d d n1 pp-f n1 vbds dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc j-vvg n1, r-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
462 Now under the word Peace, Contentment is also included and contained; for they both signify near the same. Now under the word Peace, Contentment is also included and contained; for they both signify near the same. av p-acp dt n1 n1, n1 vbz av vvd cc vvn; c-acp pns32 d vvi av-j dt d. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
463 But only Peace is much more comprehensive and extensive then Contentment. Inasmuch as Peace chiefly relates to inward Spiritual and Eternal Things; But only Peace is much more comprehensive and extensive then Contentment. Inasmuch as Peace chiefly relates to inward Spiritual and Eternal Things; p-acp j n1 vbz d dc j cc j cs n1. av p-acp n1 av-jn vvz p-acp j j cc j n2; (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
464 and Contentment is as pertaining to out ward and Temporal things. and Contentment is as pertaining to out ward and Temporal things. cc n1 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp av vvi cc j n2. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
465 But seeing that to the well Being and Happiness of the whole Man, there must of necessity be a Connexion of all things together, in order to render any one in a Good State and Condition. But seeing that to the well Being and Happiness of the Whole Man, there must of necessity be a Connexion of all things together, in order to render any one in a Good State and Condition. p-acp vvg cst p-acp dt av vbg cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vmb pp-f n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f d n2 av, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d pi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
466 So that as Grace is a Pledge and Forerunner of Glory, true and perfect Peace is a sure Token of Eternal Salvation: So that as Grace is a Pledge and Forerunner of Glory, true and perfect Peace is a sure Token of Eternal Salvation: av cst p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, j cc j n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1: (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
467 So as it is written, Who hath Sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our Hearts, 2 Cor. 1. 12. Even so this Christian Contentment afore-mentioned and afore-treated of is an Earnest and Seal before hand of that Rest which remaineth for the People of God. So as it is written, Who hath Sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our Hearts, 2 Cor. 1. 12. Even so this Christian Contentment aforementioned and afore-treated of is an Earnest and Seal before hand of that Rest which remains for the People of God. av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cc vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, crd np1 crd crd np1 av d njp n1 j cc j pp-f vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d vvb r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
468 So that in order to arrive unto and partake of that rest hereafter, we must come unto and have Contentment here. So that in order to arrive unto and partake of that rest hereafter, we must come unto and have Contentment Here. av cst p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi pp-f d n1 av, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp cc vhb n1 av. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
469 Ʋnto which promise our Twelve Tribes instantly serving God Day and Night, hope to come, Act. 26. 7. As this is the End of all our Religious assembling our selves together, to worship the Lord and hear his word, to set us one step yet nearer to it; Ʋnto which promise our Twelve Tribes instantly serving God Day and Night, hope to come, Act. 26. 7. As this is the End of all our Religious assembling our selves together, to worship the Lord and hear his word, to Set us one step yet nearer to it; av r-crq n1 po12 crd n2 av-jn vvg n1 n1 cc n1, vvb pc-acp vvi, n1 crd crd p-acp d vbz dt vvb pp-f d po12 j vvg po12 n2 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 crd n1 av av-jc p-acp pn31; (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
470 So there being a promise left us of entring into his Rest, If you would indeed not come short thereof but enter therein, you must of necessity do all the Mean and Preparatory Acts towards it. So there being a promise left us of entering into his Rest, If you would indeed not come short thereof but enter therein, you must of necessity do all the Mean and Preparatory Acts towards it. av pc-acp vbg dt n1 vvd pno12 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1, cs pn22 vmd av xx vvn j av cc-acp vvi av, pn22 vmb pp-f n1 vdb d dt j cc n1 n2 p-acp pn31. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24
471 See therefore well to it, that ye have either Learned already, or do for the time to come, Learn in whatsoever State ye are in, therewith to be content. See Therefore well to it, that you have either Learned already, or do for the time to come, Learn in whatsoever State you Are in, therewith to be content. n1 av av p-acp pn31, cst pn22 vhb av-d vvn av, cc vdb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vbr p-acp, av pc-acp vbi j. (1) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 24

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