A sermon on I Chron. 29, 18 and now published, because of the exceeding usefulness of this subject, unto all Christians of every perswasion or denomination whatsoever ... : wherein also is shewed what it is to teach for hire, and divine for money, and that objection is answered, which some do frame ... against that maintenance ... which true gospel ministers ought to have in these dayes under that dispensation / by Richard Stafford.

Stafford, Richard, 1663-1703
Publisher: Printed and sold by Eben Tracy
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1697
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A93755 ESTC ID: R42863 STC ID: S5132
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Chronicles, 1st, XXIX, 18; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 1 Chron. 29, v. 18. O Lord God of Abraham. 1 Chronicles 29, v. 18. O Lord God of Abraham. vvn np1 crd, n1 crd sy n1 np1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Isaac, and of Israel our Fathers, keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy people, Isaac, and of Israel our Father's, keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy people, np1, cc pp-f np1 po12 n2, vvb d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 and prepare their Hearts unto thee. and prepare their Hearts unto thee. cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
3 HAving deeply considered and weighed in my Spirit, how our Condition stands God ward or towards God; HAving deeply considered and weighed in my Spirit, how our Condition Stands God ward or towards God; vhg av-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp po11 n1, c-crq po12 n1 vvz np1 n1 cc p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 how it is at some times afar off and Estranged from him, and again at other times it is indifferent well towards him; how it is At Some times afar off and Estranged from him, and again At other times it is indifferent well towards him; c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp d n2 av a-acp cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc av p-acp j-jn n2 pn31 vbz j av p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 sometimes we have a most lively and Spiritual sence of God, and we are all for Obdience, Honour and Reverence of his Name, again at other times we are apt to deny God above, goe on Frowardly in the way of our heart, setting up for our selves, and thou hast said in thine heart, I am, and none else besides •e. sometime we have a most lively and Spiritual sense of God, and we Are all for obedience, Honour and reverence of his Name, again At other times we Are apt to deny God above, go on Frowardly in the Way of our heart, setting up for our selves, and thou hast said in thine heart, I am, and none Else beside •e. av pns12 vhb dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vbr d p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, av p-acp j-jn n2 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp, vvb a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vbm, cc pix av p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 Isa. 47 v. 11. Being our own Men, and, Who is Lord over us? As the Weather is sometimes Bright and clear, Isaiah 47 v. 11. Being our own Men, and, Who is Lord over us? As the Weather is sometime Bright and clear, np1 crd n1 crd vbg po12 d n2, cc, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp pno12? p-acp dt n1 vbz av j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 and then again dark and cloudy: and then again dark and cloudy: cc av av j cc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
8 Even so it Happens successively and interchangeably as to the Influences and Communications between God and our Souls, Even so it Happens successively and interchangeably as to the Influences and Communications between God and our Souls, av-j av pn31 vvz av-j cc av-j c-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 cc po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
9 and as to our sence of him, and the things of his Kingdom. There is none so very Godly and Religious, and as to our sense of him, and the things of his Kingdom. There is none so very Godly and Religious, cc c-acp p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno31, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vbz pix av av j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
10 yea his best Saints and Servants on Earth, but hath sometimes an Eclipse and cloud come over his inward Man, which hinders from the Shining of the Sun of Righteousness. He hath some forsakings; yea his best Saints and Servants on Earth, but hath sometime an Eclipse and cloud come over his inward Man, which hinders from the Shining of the Sun of Righteousness. He hath Some forsakings; uh po31 js n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vhz av dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. pns31 vhz d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
11 withdrawings, Departing and hidings of the Face of God from him; so on the other hand, There is hardly any so very Ungodly, Wicked or Ignorant; withdrawings, Departing and hidings of the Face of God from him; so on the other hand, There is hardly any so very Ungodly, Wicked or Ignorant; n2-vvg, vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz av d av av j, j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
12 There is none so Vain and frollicksome, but in some little Time or Interval is now and then in a Serious Godly mood. There is none so Vain and frolicsome, but in Some little Time or Interval is now and then in a Serious Godly mood. pc-acp vbz pix av j cc j, cc-acp p-acp d j n1 cc n1 vbz av cc av p-acp dt j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
13 The Truth of both which Observations ye may know by conferring and comparing your own Experiences with what I here declare to be mine. The Truth of both which Observations you may know by conferring and comparing your own Experiences with what I Here declare to be mine. dt n1 pp-f d r-crq n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp vvg cc vvg po22 d n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 av vvi pc-acp vbi png11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
14 As also from hence ye may easily Gather and apprehend the Reason of my choosing this Text. Though I will not so arrogantly say and pretend, It seemed good to the Holy Ghost and us, yet if I have the Real fear of the Lord in my heart, As also from hence you may Easily Gather and apprehend the Reason of my choosing this Text. Though I will not so arrogantly say and pretend, It seemed good to the Holy Ghost and us, yet if I have the Real Fear of the Lord in my heart, p-acp av p-acp av pn22 vmb av-j vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 vvg d np1 cs pns11 vmb xx av av-j vvi cc vvi, pn31 vvd j p-acp dt j n1 cc pno12, av cs pns11 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 then the Promise is Not to me only, but to every Private and Faithful Christian Him shall He Teach in the way that He shall choose. then the Promise is Not to me only, but to every Private and Faithful Christian Him shall He Teach in the Way that He shall choose. cs dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno11 av-j, cc-acp p-acp d j cc j njp pno31 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
16 Psal. 24. v. 12. So that I may be bold from hence to say, that I am Directed and Taught of God, Psalm 24. v. 12. So that I may be bold from hence to say, that I am Directed and Taught of God, np1 crd n1 crd av cst pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp av pc-acp vvi, cst pns11 vbm vvn cc vvn pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
17 as I now pray for his Assistance therein, To Treat and Handle these words unto ye at this Time and Opportunity, It being an help and Remedy as to both these failings. as I now pray for his Assistance therein, To Treat and Handle these words unto you At this Time and Opportunity, It being an help and Remedy as to both these failings. c-acp pns11 av vvb p-acp po31 n1 av, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1 cc n1, pn31 vbg dt n1 cc n1 c-acp p-acp d d n2-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
18 That is to say, as to the Godly, Righteous, and Wise, when they are for the most part in a Right Disposition and Temper of Soul towards God, That is to say, as to the Godly, Righteous, and Wise, when they Are for the most part in a Right Disposition and Temper of Soul towards God, cst vbz pc-acp vvi, c-acp p-acp dt j, j, cc j, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt av-ds n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc vvi pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
19 but sometimes they are given to Backslidings Hes. 4 2. To forget and loose the Spiritual lively sense of him, O Lord, why hast t•ou made us to err from thy wayes? and hardened our Hearts from thy fear? Isa. 63, 17. This last ought not to be at any time but when they are Zealous and Devout towards him, but sometime they Are given to Backslidings Hes. 4 2. To forget and lose the Spiritual lively sense of him, Oh Lord, why hast t•ou made us to err from thy ways? and hardened our Hearts from thy Fear? Isaiah 63, 17. This last ought not to be At any time but when they Are Zealous and Devout towards him, cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 np1 crd crd p-acp vvi cc vvi dt j j n1 pp-f pno31, uh n1, q-crq vh2 av vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2? cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp po21 n1? np1 crd, crd d ord vmd xx pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
20 then there is need to Pray and Endeavour also, O Lord Ged of Abraham, Isaac. then there is need to Pray and Endeavour also, Oh Lord Ged of Abraham, Isaac. cs pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, uh n1 vvn pp-f np1, np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
21 and of Israel our Fathers, keep this fer ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the Heart of thy People, and of Israel our Father's, keep this fer ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the Heart of thy People, cc pp-f np1 po12 n2, vvb d p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
22 and prepare their hearts unto thee, And so when the other sort have some fits of Holiness for a season they have now and then a mind and think it would be better for them, both Living and Dying, to lead a Godly Rel•g•ous, Strict, Holy and Precise Life. and prepare their hearts unto thee, And so when the other sort have Some fits of Holiness for a season they have now and then a mind and think it would be better for them, both Living and Dying, to led a Godly Rel•g•ous, Strict, Holy and Precise Life. cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21, cc av c-crq dt j-jn n1 vhb d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb av cc av dt n1 cc vvi pn31 vmd vbi jc p-acp pno32, d vvg cc vvg, pc-acp vvi dt j j, j, j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
23 Like Herod who heard ••hn Baptist Gladly. and did many things: Like Herod who herd ••hn Baptist Gladly. and did many things: j np1 r-crq vvd n1 np1 av-j. cc vdd d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
24 But these only bring forth Fruit for a very short Season, or rather they do not so much as bring forth Fruit, But these only bring forth Fruit for a very short Season, or rather they do not so much as bring forth Fruit, cc-acp d av-j vvi av n1 p-acp dt j j n1, cc av-c pns32 vdb xx av av-d c-acp vvb av n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
25 but they are blasted or blighted in the Blossom; but they Are blasted or blighted in the Blossom; cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
26 for it all Evaporites into fruitless wishes and wouldings towards God, 〈 ◊ 〉 her then into actual Good it self or, only some Good Thoughts and In I nations, without coming forth into Act and Performance. for it all Evaporites into fruitless wishes and wouldings towards God, 〈 ◊ 〉 her then into actual Good it self or, only Some Good Thoughts and In I Nations, without coming forth into Act and Performance. c-acp pn31 d n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, 〈 sy 〉 po31 av p-acp j j pn31 n1 cc, av-j d j n2 cc p-acp pns11 n2, p-acp vvg av p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
27 But if it was alwayes so in their Hearts, as it is now and then for a short space, it would at length come forth into Act and Performance. But if it was always so in their Hearts, as it is now and then for a short Molle, it would At length come forth into Act and Performance. p-acp cs pn31 vbds av av p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz av cc av p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmd p-acp n1 vvb av p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
28 And since the beginning of a thing is in Thought and Intent of the Heart towards it; And since the beginning of a thing is in Thought and Intent of the Heart towards it; cc c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
29 and the tendencies and beginnings should be cherished and furthered according to that Divine Method, for who hath despised the day of small things? And He doth not break the bruised Reed, and the tendencies and beginnings should be cherished and furthered according to that Divine Method, for who hath despised the day of small things? And He does not break the Bruised Reed, cc dt n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn cc vvd vvg p-acp d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2? cc pns31 vdz xx vvi dt j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
30 nor Quench the smoaking Flax. If sinners and those that are yet Unconverted, are now and then roused and stirred up by a quickning and soul searching Sermon, nor Quench the smoking Flax. If Sinners and those that Are yet Unconverted, Are now and then roused and stirred up by a quickening and soul searching Sermon, ccx vvb dt j-vvg np1 cs n2 cc d cst vbr av vvn, vbr av cc av vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg cc n1 vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
31 If they are almost perswaded to be a Christian, and they perceive within them (it may be as they By chance drop in to hear the word Preached with Authority and Life,) an inclination to accept of Gods terms, to Arise and be Saved Yea whatever least good in their Mind towards the Lord God at any time doth appear forth, Either by Word or Act on, If they Are almost persuaded to be a Christian, and they perceive within them (it may be as they By chance drop in to hear the word Preached with authority and Life,) an inclination to accept of God's terms, to Arise and be Saved Yea whatever least good in their Mind towards the Lord God At any time does appear forth, Either by Word or Act on, cs pns32 vbr av vvn pc-acp vbi dt njp, cc pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 (pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pns32 p-acp n1 n1 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1,) dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n2, pc-acp vvb cc vbi vvn uh r-crq ds j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp d n1 vdz vvi av, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
32 or such like, here again, as it is said, Take with you Words, and turn to the Lord, or such like, Here again, as it is said, Take with you Words, and turn to the Lord, cc d av-j, av av, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, vvb p-acp pn22 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
33 and say unto him H•s. 14, 2, so this very same form of sound Words, may be here fitly and appositely used, O Lord God of Abraham, Is ac, and say unto him H•s. 14, 2, so this very same from of found Words, may be Here fitly and appositely used, Oh Lord God of Abraham, Is ac, cc vvb p-acp pno31 n2. crd, crd, av d av d n1 pp-f j n2, vmb vbi av av-j cc av-j vvn, uh n1 np1 pp-f np1, vbz fw-la, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
34 and of Is ael our Fathers, keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy People, and of Is ael our Father's, keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy People, cc a-acp vbz av po12 n2, vvb d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
35 and prepare their hearts unto thee. and prepare their hearts unto thee. cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
36 So prepare their heart, that those Strangers and Unconverted may at length be Actually brought over unto God. So prepare their heart, that those Strangers and Unconverted may At length be Actually brought over unto God. av vvi po32 n1, cst d n2 cc vvn vmb p-acp n1 vbi av-j vvn a-acp p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
37 As I have acquainted ye with the Reason of my choosing this Text, so by what hath been hitherto opened and explained concerning the drift and design of our intended Discourse thereon, ye may know and perceive the usefulness of this Subject, As I have acquainted you with the Reason of my choosing this Text, so by what hath been hitherto opened and explained Concerning the drift and Design of our intended Discourse thereon, you may know and perceive the usefulness of this Subject, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 vvg d n1, av p-acp r-crq vhz vbn av vvn cc vvn vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 av, pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
38 for in the order and course of my Ministery, I would only insist upon Useful Subjects which doe come within those three Ends of Preaching, for in the order and course of my Ministry, I would only insist upon Useful Subject's which do come within those three Ends of Preaching, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vmd av-j vvi p-acp j n2-jn r-crq vdb vvi p-acp d crd n2 pp-f vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
39 or, Propheysing, 1 Cor. 14 3, The Apostle Paul there Writes of speaking unto Men to Edification, or, Propheysing, 1 Cor. 14 3, The Apostle Paul there Writes of speaking unto Men to Edification, cc, vvg, crd np1 crd crd, dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvz pp-f vvg p-acp n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
40 and Exhortation and Com o t; and Exhortation and Come oh tO; cc n1 cc vvi uh sy; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
41 for in the sequel and connexion of this our Sermon it may appear, that if the things of God and of his Kingdom are kept for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the heart of thy People, they will be Edified, for in the sequel and connexion of this our Sermon it may appear, that if the things of God and of his Kingdom Are kept for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the heart of thy People, they will be Edified, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po12 n1 pn31 vmb vvi, cst cs dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
42 yea and Exhorted, to what? Even to what is expressed in the following Verse, To keep thy Commandments thy Testimonies and thy Statutes, yea and Exhorted, to what? Even to what is expressed in the following Verse, To keep thy commandments thy Testimonies and thy Statutes, uh cc vvd, p-acp q-crq? np1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n2 po21 n2 cc po21 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
43 and to do all these things, 1 Chron. 29, v. 19. Which God hath made known in his Revealed Word; and to do all these things, 1 Chronicles 29, v. 19. Which God hath made known in his Revealed Word; cc pc-acp vdi d d n2, vvn np1 crd, n1 crd r-crq np1 vhz vvn vvn p-acp po31 vvn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
44 and as these things are alwayes kept in the heart, and done accordingly, there will be comfort to the Man, or Woman who doth so; and as these things Are always kept in the heart, and done accordingly, there will be Comfort to the Man, or Woman who does so; cc c-acp d n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vdn av-vvg, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 r-crq vdz av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
45 which comfort if it be true, and sound, and well grounded, as here it is, it is a precious Sign, Token, which Comfort if it be true, and found, and well grounded, as Here it is, it is a precious Signen, Token, r-crq n1 cs pn31 vbb j, cc n1, cc av vvn, c-acp av pn31 vbz, pn31 vbz dt j n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
46 and fore runner of Eternal Salvation, Happiness, and Blessedness. and before runner of Eternal Salvation, Happiness, and Blessedness. cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
47 These Words, O Lord Ged of Abraham, &c. Are part of David 's Prayer and Thanksgiving, These Words, Oh Lord Ged of Abraham, etc. are part of David is Prayer and Thanksgiving, d n2, uh n1 vvn pp-f np1, av vbr n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
48 when Himself and the People offered willingly towards the Building of the Temple, as you may find by reading over this whole Chapter of the 1 Chron, 29. which shewed forth a Good Mind, when Himself and the People offered willingly towards the Building of the Temple, as you may find by reading over this Whole Chapter of the 1 Chronicles, 29. which showed forth a Good Mind, c-crq px31 cc dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp vvg p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt crd np1, crd r-crq vvd av dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
49 and a good Work towards God. and a good Work towards God. cc dt j n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
50 It is saidinthe verse immediately foregoing the Text, I know also my God that thou triest the heart, and hast Pleasure in Ʋprightness. It is saidinthe verse immediately foregoing the Text, I know also my God that thou Triest the heart, and hast Pleasure in Ʋprightness. pn31 vbz n1 n1 av-j vvg dt n1, pns11 vvb av po11 n1 cst pns21 vv2 dt n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
51 As for me in the Ʋprightness of my heart, (Sirs, this is most excellent Divinity, As for me in the Ʋprightness of my heart, (Sirs, this is most excellent Divinity, p-acp p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (n2, d vbz av-ds j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
52 and carries along with it excellent matter of Instruction for ye) I have willingly offered all these things, and carries along with it excellent matter of Instruction for you) I have willingly offered all these things, cc vvz a-acp p-acp pn31 j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22) pns11 vhb av-j vvn d d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
53 and now I have seen with joy thy People, which are present here to offer willingly unto thee. and now I have seen with joy thy People, which Are present Here to offer willingly unto thee. cc av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1 po21 n1, r-crq vbr j av pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
54 This same Phrase of Offering willingly, is repeated over no less then five or six times in this chapter. This same Phrase of Offering willingly, is repeated over no less then five or six times in this chapter. d d n1 pp-f vvg av-j, vbz vvn p-acp dx dc cs crd cc crd n2 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
55 Whereby is shewn forth that exceeding stress the Holy Ghost (which acquaints us with the Mind and Will of God) doth lay thereon, Whereby is shown forth that exceeding stress the Holy Ghost (which acquaints us with the Mind and Will of God) does lay thereon, c-crq vbz vvn av d j-vvg n1 dt j n1 (r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1) vdz vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
56 and how it is delighted therewith. Hereby also we are taught and Instructed, that whatever we do in the worship, Service, and how it is delighted therewith. Hereby also we Are taught and Instructed, that whatever we do in the worship, Service, cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av. av av pns12 vbr vvn cc vvn, cst r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
57 and Work of the Lord, We should be sure to doe it all Willingly. In the Worship of God, and Work of the Lord, We should be sure to do it all Willingly. In the Worship of God, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi pn31 d av-j. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
58 or Hearing his Word, or waiting on him in his Ordinances; we are to perform it willingly. or Hearing his Word, or waiting on him in his Ordinances; we Are to perform it willingly. cc vvg po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
59 This is contrary to those in Amos, 8, v. 5. Who say When will the new Moon be gone, that we may sell Corn? and the Sabbath, that we may set forth Wheat. This is contrary to those in Amos, 8, v. 5. Who say When will the new Moon be gone, that we may fell Corn? and the Sabbath, that we may Set forth Wheat. d vbz j-jn p-acp d p-acp np1, crd, n1 crd q-crq vvb c-crq vmb dt j n1 vbi vvn, cst pns12 vmb vvi n1? cc dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi av n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
60 And who said also, Behold, what a weariness is it, Mal. 1, v. 13. Unto whom the Worship of God is in Nature of a task, And who said also, Behold, what a weariness is it, Malachi 1, v. 13. Unto whom the Worship of God is in Nature of a task, cc r-crq vvd av, vvb, r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31, np1 vvn, n1 crd p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
61 or drudgery, and they complain of the length and tediousness thereof, because themselves find no delight therein, through their own Unsanctified and Unrenewed Natures. or drudgery, and they complain of the length and tediousness thereof, Because themselves find no delight therein, through their own Unsanctified and Unrenewed Nature's. cc n1, cc pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1 cc n1 av, c-acp px32 vvi dx n1 av, p-acp po32 d j cc j-vvn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
62 And when they come to it, it is as it were of necessity, for they think of God as an hard Master, who hath rigorously and peremptorily imposed it, And when they come to it, it is as it were of necessity, for they think of God as an hard Master, who hath rigorously and peremptorily imposed it, cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vhz av-j cc av-j vvn pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
63 and they use it to Preserve their Souls) as they imagine) from Hell fire. and they use it to Preserve their Souls) as they imagine) from Hell fire. cc pns32 vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi po32 n2) c-acp pns32 vvb) p-acp n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
64 This is the manner of the wordly Worshippers, and of the Multitude who go to the Church, This is the manner of the wordly Worshippers, and of the Multitude who go to the Church, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
65 or Congregations according to custom, or just to pacify and satisfie Natural Conscience. or Congregations according to custom, or just to pacify and satisfy Natural Conscience. cc n2 vvg p-acp n1, cc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
66 But there is another Mind far different from this in the true Saints and servants of the Lord. But there is Another Mind Far different from this in the true Saints and Servants of the Lord. p-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 av-j j p-acp d p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
67 Thy People shall be willing in the day of thy Power, Psal. 110, v. 3. And so they are willing in the day of his Grace and forbearance: Thy People shall be willing in the day of thy Power, Psalm 110, v. 3. And so they Are willing in the day of his Grace and forbearance: po21 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, np1 crd, n1 crd cc av pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
68 What they do in Order to God, either in acts of Worship or other things, They doe it not Grudgingly, What they do in Order to God, either in acts of Worship or other things, They do it not Grudgingly, r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp n1 p-acp np1, av-d p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc j-jn n2, pns32 vdb pn31 xx av-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
69 or of Necessity, and as it were a forced business, but willingly and with all their heart. or of Necessity, and as it were a forced business, but willingly and with all their heart. cc pp-f n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp av-j cc p-acp d po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
70 My heart is towards the Governours of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the People: My heart is towards the Governors of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the People: po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vvd px32 av-j p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
71 Bless ye the Lord, Judges, 5, v. 9. The same Rule holds of all the Duties and things pertaining to God and Religion, Bless you the Lord, Judges, 5, v. 9. The same Rule holds of all the Duties and things pertaining to God and Religion, vvb pn22 dt n1, n2, crd, n1 crd dt d n1 vvz pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp np1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
72 as of Alms-giving, Every Man shall Give as he is able, according to the Blessing of the Lord thy God which he hath given thee. as of Almsgiving, Every Man shall Give as he is able, according to the Blessing of the Lord thy God which he hath given thee. c-acp pp-f j, d n1 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vbz j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po21 n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
73 Deut. 16. v. 17. Every Man according as he He purposeth in his heart, so let him give, not Grudgingly or of necessity; Deuteronomy 16. v. 17. Every Man according as he He Purposes in his heart, so let him give, not Grudgingly or of necessity; np1 crd n1 crd np1 n1 vvg c-acp pns31 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, av vvb pno31 vvi, xx av-vvg cc pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
74 for God loveth a cheerful or willing Giver. 2. Cor. 9. 7. And so God loves a cheerful Worshipper. for God loves a cheerful or willing Giver. 2. Cor. 9. 7. And so God loves a cheerful Worshipper. p-acp np1 vvz dt j cc j n1. crd np1 crd crd cc av np1 vvz dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
75 God loves a cheerful and willing Servant. God loves a cheerful and willing Servant. np1 vvz dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
76 Thou shalt rejoyce before the Lord thy God in all that thou puttest thine hand unto. Thou shalt rejoice before the Lord thy God in all that thou puttest thine hand unto. pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d cst pns21 vv2 po21 n1 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
77 Deut. 12. v. 18. Thou shalt serve the Lord thy God with joyfulness of heart, for the abundance or Sufficiency of things which he gives thee. Deuteronomy 12. v. 18. Thou shalt serve the Lord thy God with joyfulness of heart, for the abundance or Sufficiency of things which he gives thee. np1 crd n1 crd pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
78 So that not only the Chapter out of which we have taken the Text, but also the Paralel places of Scripture doe confirm the same Word, that People should offer themselves willingly to the Service of the Lord. So that not only the Chapter out of which we have taken the Text, but also the Parallel places of Scripture do confirm the same Word, that People should offer themselves willingly to the Service of the Lord. av cst xx av-j dt n1 av pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb vvn dt n1, cc-acp av dt n1 n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi dt d n1, cst n1 vmd vvi px32 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
79 Remember and carry away with you this Adverb, willingly. And so they should come willingly to the place of Hearing his Word. remember and carry away with you this Adverb, willingly. And so they should come willingly to the place of Hearing his Word. np1 cc vvi av p-acp pn22 d n1, av-j. cc av pns32 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
80 I have oftentimes thought that if I had a settled Congregation of mine own in a great and Populous City (the Lord grant and Effect this my Desire, notwithstanding there are many Adversaries) I would cause these Words to be written in Great Capital Letters at the door of the Assembly, He that hath Ears to hear, let him hear. I have oftentimes Thought that if I had a settled Congregation of mine own in a great and Populous city (the Lord grant and Effect this my Desire, notwithstanding there Are many Adversaries) I would cause these Words to be written in Great Capital Letters At the door of the Assembly, He that hath Ears to hear, let him hear. pns11 vhb av vvn cst cs pns11 vhd dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po11 d p-acp dt j cc j n1 (dt n1 vvb cc vvb d po11 n1, c-acp pc-acp vbr d n2) pns11 vmd vvi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 cst vhz n2 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno31 vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
81 Which doth also imply, that he that will not, may stay away. Which does also imply, that he that will not, may stay away. q-crq vdz av vvi, cst pns31 cst vmb xx, vmb vvi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
82 Because that every thing in Order to God, or pertaining to Religion, should be free and willing; Because that every thing in Order to God, or pertaining to Religion, should be free and willing; p-acp cst d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp n1, vmd vbi j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
83 and people should perform it of their own Accord, of a Voluntary Motion of their own; and people should perform it of their own Accord, of a Voluntary Motion of their own; cc n1 vmd vvi pn31 pp-f po32 d n1, pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
84 for this have I learned and found from out of the Scriptures of Truth, that with such kind of Sacrifice or Worship God is well pleased, for this have I learned and found from out of the Scriptures of Truth, that with such kind of Sacrifice or Worship God is well pleased, p-acp d vhb pns11 vvn cc vvn p-acp av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cst p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 np1 vbz av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
85 and also he is Glorifi'd therein. and also he is Glorified therein. cc av pns31 vbz vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
86 The Jews did Offer willingly towards the Building of the Temple, but now we are told under the Gospel, that the most High dwelleth not in Temples made with Hands, The jews did Offer willingly towards the Building of the Temple, but now we Are told under the Gospel, that the most High dwells not in Temples made with Hands, dt np2 vdd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dt av-ds j vvz xx p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
87 as saith the Prophet Heaven is my Throne, and Earth is my Footstool. as Says the Prophet Heaven is my Throne, and Earth is my Footstool. c-acp vvz dt n1 n1 vbz po11 n1, cc n1 vbz po11 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
88 Acts. 7. v. 47. For where ever two or three are Gathered together in his Name, God is the midst of them. Acts. 7. v. 47. For where ever two or three Are Gathered together in his Name, God is the midst of them. n2 crd n1 crd p-acp q-crq av crd cc crd vbr vvd av p-acp po31 n1, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
89 and he is served acceptably, equally, and all one upon the Sea-shore, or in an open Field, and he is served acceptably, equally, and all one upon the Seashore, or in an open Field, cc pns31 vbz vvn av-j, av-j, cc d pi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
90 or in the Room of an House as what is called Churches or Steeple-Houses, notwithstanding the contradiction of Ignorant Zealots herein; or in the Room of an House as what is called Churches or Steeple-Houses, notwithstanding the contradiction of Ignorant Zealots herein; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp q-crq vbz vvn np1 cc n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
91 who in this retain that relick and remainder of that Popish Maxim, Ignorance is the Mother of Devotion: who in this retain that relic and remainder of that Popish Maxim, Ignorance is the Mother of Devotion: r-crq p-acp d vvb cst n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
92 for they doe not love that whom they Ignorantly Worship, should be declared unto them; for they do not love that whom they Ignorantly Worship, should be declared unto them; c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi d ro-crq pns32 av-j n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
93 nor what they are Ignorantly zealous for, That the Truth hereof should be laid open and Manifest unto them. nor what they Are Ignorantly zealous for, That the Truth hereof should be laid open and Manifest unto them. ccx r-crq pns32 vbr av-j j p-acp, cst dt n1 av vmd vbi vvn j cc j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
94 For as Christ according to the Flesh, was laid in the Manger of a Stable, For as christ according to the Flesh, was laid in the Manger of a Stable, p-acp c-acp np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
95 so his Word is often more Simply and Purely Preached in places that seem mean to the outward Eye, then in finer Buildings. so his Word is often more Simply and Purely Preached in places that seem mean to the outward Eye, then in finer Buildings. av po31 n1 vbz av av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp n2 cst vvb j p-acp dt j n1, av p-acp jc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
96 Though here to pursue the like Reasoning with that of David, Lo I dwell in an House of Ceder, Though Here to pursue the like Reasoning with that of David, Lo I dwell in an House of Cedar, cs av pc-acp vvi dt av-j vvg p-acp d pp-f np1, uh pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
97 but the Ark of God dwelleth with in Curtains. but the Ark of God dwells with in Curtains. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
98 2. Sam. 7. v. 2. So I can in no wise approve of in my Mind (I speak here after my judgment, 2. Sam. 7. v. 2. So I can in no wise approve of in my Mind (I speak Here After my judgement, crd np1 crd n1 crd av pns11 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi pp-f p-acp po11 n1 (pns11 vvb av p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
99 and also I think according to the Spirit of God) That where some of the Substantial and Rich People have dwelling House and Rooms of their own, altogether or Sufficiently large for the number of People, that they should save and prefer the•• it may be for Entertainments, and also I think according to the Spirit of God) That where Some of the Substantial and Rich People have Dwelling House and Rooms of their own, altogether or Sufficiently large for the number of People, that they should save and prefer the•• it may be for Entertainments, cc av pns11 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) cst c-crq d pp-f dt j cc j n1 vhb n1 n1 cc n2 pp-f po32 d, av cc av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
100 and making provision for the flesh) and in the mean while suffer the Word of the Mi•• High God to be Preached in an Old and Rotten Barn. and making provision for the Flesh) and in the mean while suffer the Word of the Mi•• High God to be Preached in an Old and Rotten Barn. cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1) cc p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1 j np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
101 〈 ◊ 〉 profess seriously that when I have seen this, it hath been matter of secret Indignation and vexation to me; 〈 ◊ 〉 profess seriously that when I have seen this, it hath been matter of secret Indignation and vexation to me; 〈 sy 〉 vvb av-j d c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d, pn31 vhz vbn n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
102 for 〈 ◊ 〉 would have nothing done on this Earth, by the Inhebitants thereof, which should in the least savour, for 〈 ◊ 〉 would have nothing done on this Earth, by the Inhebitants thereof, which should in the least savour, c-acp 〈 sy 〉 vmd vhi pix vdn p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 av, r-crq vmd p-acp dt ds n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
103 or make shew of Enmity against, or despising of the Great and I•••sible God, whose Word is there Preached, or make show of Enmity against, or despising of the Great and I•••sible God, whose Word is there Preached, cc vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, cc vvg pp-f dt j cc j np1, rg-crq n1 vbz a-acp vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
104 and whose Worship is there used. and whose Worship is there used. cc rg-crq n1 vbz a-acp vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
105 I do again speak after my Judgment, i• would seem better if the Members of the Respectve Congregations did offer willingly to make the place just decen• without Sumptuousness on the one hand, I do again speak After my Judgement, i• would seem better if the Members of the Respectve Congregations did offer willingly to make the place just decen• without Sumptuousness on the one hand, pns11 vdb av vvi p-acp po11 n1, n1 vmd vvi av-jc cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n2 vdd vvi av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
106 or Sordid meaness on the other. or Sordid meaness on the other. cc j n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
107 It was a good Mind and Resolution when David said unto Araunah, Nay, but I will surely it buy of thee at a pria neither will I offer burnt-offerings unto the Lord my God, 〈 ◊ 〉 that which hath cost me nothing. It was a good Mind and Resolution when David said unto Araunah, Nay, but I will surely it buy of thee At a pria neither will I offer Burnt offerings unto the Lord my God, 〈 ◊ 〉 that which hath cost me nothing. pn31 vbds dt j n1 cc n1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, uh, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j pn31 vvi pp-f pno21 p-acp dt fw-la dx n1 pns11 vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 po11 np1, 〈 sy 〉 cst r-crq vhz vvn pno11 pix. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
108 2. Sam. 24. v. 24. A• the same should be drawn forth into Example and Imitatio• by the other Saints and Servants of God; 2. Sam. 24. v. 24. A• the same should be drawn forth into Exampl and Imitatio• by the other Saints and Servants of God; crd np1 crd n1 crd np1 dt d vmd vbi vvn av p-acp n1 cc np1 p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
109 they should in 〈 ◊ 〉 wise content themselves to serve God with a Religion which hath cost them nothing. they should in 〈 ◊ 〉 wise content themselves to serve God with a Religion which hath cost them nothing. pns32 vmd p-acp 〈 sy 〉 j j px32 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno32 pix. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
110 I say, and I will prove it 〈 ◊ 〉 our of the Scriptures of Truth, that even day labourers, 〈 ◊ 〉 Vine-dressers, I say, and I will prove it 〈 ◊ 〉 our of the Scriptures of Truth, that even day labourers, 〈 ◊ 〉 Vine-dressers, pns11 vvb, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 〈 sy 〉 po12 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cst av n1 n2, 〈 sy 〉 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
111 yea the poorest and meanest of the People should no wise content themselves to serve God with a Rel•gion which cost them nothing, Let him that stole, steal no more, yea the Poorest and Meanest of the People should no wise content themselves to serve God with a Rel•gion which cost them nothing, Let him that stole, steal no more, uh dt js cc js pp-f dt n1 vmd dx j n1 px32 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd pno32 pix, vvb pno31 cst vvd, vvb av-dx av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
112 but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needs. cc-acp av-c vvb pno31 n1, vvg p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 r-crq vbz j, cst pns31 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
113 Eph. 4. 28. From hence it appears that those in the Ordinary and most mean Employments, are to dispose and Give in Alms what is more then satisfieth themselves. Ephesians 4. 28. From hence it appears that those in the Ordinary and most mean Employments, Are to dispose and Give in Alms what is more then Satisfieth themselves. np1 crd crd p-acp av pn31 vvz cst d p-acp dt j cc av-ds j n2, vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2 r-crq vbz av-dc cs vvz px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
114 Even this Command extends to those who were so Poor, as they before were forced to steal to serve their own necessities. Even this Command extends to those who were so Poor, as they before were forced to steal to serve their own necessities. j d n1 vvz p-acp d r-crq vbdr av j, c-acp pns32 a-acp vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
115 And so from the Reason of that General and Indefinite Command to all People, Thou shalt not appear Empty before the Lord thy God; And so from the Reason of that General and Indefinite Command to all People, Thou shalt not appear Empty before the Lord thy God; cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1 p-acp d n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi j p-acp dt n1 po21 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
116 and in their Offerings every one was to do according to their several Ability, They that could not goe to the Price of a Lamb, were to give a Turtle or two young Pigeons, and in their Offerings every one was to do according to their several Ability, They that could not go to the Price of a Lamb, were to give a Turtle or two young Pigeons, cc p-acp po32 n2 d pi vbds pc-acp vdi av-vvg p-acp po32 j n1, pns32 cst vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc crd j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
117 and by what is said in the Gospel of her that cast in two mites into the Treasury, which makes a farthing, from the like and same proportion and Analogy of things, It may be surely gathered, That the Lord doth require and Expect that All, High and Low, Rich and Poor, who serve him, should Minister somewhat unto him of their Substance, and by what is said in the Gospel of her that cast in two mites into the Treasury, which makes a farthing, from the like and same proportion and Analogy of things, It may be surely gathered, That the Lord does require and Expect that All, High and Low, Rich and Poor, who serve him, should Minister somewhat unto him of their Substance, cc p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1, p-acp dt j cc d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cst dt n1 vdz vvi cc vvb cst d, j cc j, j cc j, r-crq vvb pno31, vmd vvi av p-acp pno31 pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
118 and should serve him with that which costs them something, whither it be a farthing, Penny, twelve pence or more, Each Person according to his Ability. and should serve him with that which costs them something, whither it be a farthing, Penny, twelve pence or more, Each Person according to his Ability. cc vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d r-crq vvz pno32 pi, c-crq pn31 vbb dt n1, n1, crd n2 cc av-dc, d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
119 Whatever is more then the necessity and conveniency of his Family, should be cast into the Offerings of God, to be distributed, Whatever is more then the necessity and conveniency of his Family, should be cast into the Offerings of God, to be distributed, r-crq vbz av-dc cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
120 or expended towards the Place where his Worship is called on, for the maintenance of his Ministers, or expended towards the Place where his Worship is called on, for the maintenance of his Ministers, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
121 for the relief of his Poor Saints and Servants; for the relief of his Poor Saints and Servants; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
122 for Good works, as is the Publishing or Propogation of his Eternal Truth, or such like. for Good works, as is the Publishing or Propagation of his Eternal Truth, or such like. p-acp j n2, c-acp vbz dt vvg cc n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc d av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
123 It is Observable that though the Apostle Paul did Breach the Gospel freely in divers places, It is Observable that though the Apostle Paul did Breach the Gospel freely in diverse places, pn31 vbz j cst cs dt n1 np1 vdd vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
124 and he saith himself, He robbed other Churches, taking wages of them to do you service. and he Says himself, He robbed other Churches, taking wages of them to do you service. cc pns31 vvz px31, pns31 vvd j-jn n2, vvg n2 pp-f pno32 pc-acp vdi pn22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
125 2. Cor. 11. 8. Yet he all a long speaks and pleads for the lawfulness and justifiableness to accept of, 2. Cor. 11. 8. Yet he all a long speaks and pleads for the lawfulness and justifiableness to accept of, crd np1 crd crd av pns31 d dt av-j vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
126 and receive the free Offerings of Christian People, for his Preaching and Ministery of the Gospel. and receive the free Offerings of Christian People, for his Preaching and Ministry of the Gospel. cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f njp n1, p-acp po31 vvg cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
127 Who goeth to Warfare any tims at his own charges? Who planteth a Vineyard and eateth not of the fruit thereof, Who Goes to Warfare any tims At his own charges? Who plants a Vineyard and Eateth not of the fruit thereof, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 d av p-acp po31 d n2? q-crq vvz dt n1 cc vvz xx pp-f dt n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
128 or who feedeth a Flock and eateth not of the milk of the Flock? If we have sown unto you Spiritual things, is it a great matter that we shall reap your carnal things? If others be partakers of this Power oover you, Are we not rather? Nevertheless we have not used this Power, or who feeds a Flock and Eateth not of the milk of the Flock? If we have sown unto you Spiritual things, is it a great matter that we shall reap your carnal things? If Others be partakers of this Power oover you, are we not rather? Nevertheless we have not used this Power, cc r-crq vvz dt vvb cc vvz xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt vvb? cs pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 j n2, vbz pn31 dt j n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi po22 j n2? cs n2-jn vbb n2 pp-f d n1 n1 pn22, vbr pns12 xx av? av pns12 vhb xx vvn d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
129 but suffer all things, lest we should hinder the Gospel of Christ. but suffer all things, lest we should hinder the Gospel of christ. cc-acp vvb d n2, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
130 Do ye not know that they which Minister about Holy things, live of the things of the Temple, Do you not know that they which Minister about Holy things, live of the things of the Temple, vdb pn22 xx vvi cst pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp j n2, vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
131 and they which wait at the Altar are partakers at the Altar, Even so hath the Lord Ordained that they which Preach the Gospel should live of the Gospel. and they which wait At the Altar Are partakers At the Altar, Even so hath the Lord Ordained that they which Preach the Gospel should live of the Gospel. cc pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, av av vhz dt n1 vvd cst pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 vmd vvi pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
132 But I have used none of these things. But I have used none of these things. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pix pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
133 1. Cor. 9. 11, 12, 13, 14. By which last Speech, and his aforesaying, we have not used this Power, 1. Cor. 9. 11, 12, 13, 14. By which last Speech, and his aforesaying, we have not used this Power, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp r-crq ord n1, cc po31 n-vvg, pns12 vhb xx vvn d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
134 but suffer all thinge lest we should hinder the Gospel of Christ, is shewed forth his own good mind, that he sought the furtherance of the Gospel, but suffer all thing lest we should hinder the Gospel of christ, is showed forth his own good mind, that he sought the furtherance of the Gospel, cc-acp vvb d n1 cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn av po31 d j n1, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
135 and the good of souls more then his own private Ends or Gain. and the good of Souls more then his own private Ends or Gain. cc dt j pp-f n2 av-dc cs po31 d j n2 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
136 And so where any one will not forbear Preaching, though nothing be ministered to him for the same; And so where any one will not forbear Preaching, though nothing be ministered to him for the same; cc av c-crq d pi vmb xx vvi vvg, c-acp pix vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
137 and they that are taught is the Word, do not communicate unto him that teacheth, in all good things. and they that Are taught is the Word, do not communicate unto him that Teaches, in all good things. cc pns32 cst vbr vvn vbz dt n1, vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31 cst vvz, p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
138 Gal. 6. 6. Which would be according to the Apostolical Rule, nevertheless he doth not matter or regard, Gal. 6. 6. Which would be according to the Apostolical Rule, nevertheless he does not matter or regard, np1 crd crd r-crq vmd vbi vvg p-acp dt j n1, av pns31 vdz xx n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
139 or at least not so much as desist, refrain, or be less diligent in that God Duty, whither he hath any thing for it or not, this is a certain sign and Evidence, that such a one doth not Teach 〈 ◊ 〉 hire, nor Divine for Money. or At least not so much as desist, refrain, or be less diligent in that God Duty, whither he hath any thing for it or not, this is a certain Signen and Evidence, that such a one does not Teach 〈 ◊ 〉 hire, nor Divine for Money. cc p-acp ds xx av av-d c-acp vvb, vvb, cc vbi av-dc j p-acp cst np1 n1, c-crq pns31 vhz d n1 c-acp pn31 cc xx, d vbz dt j n1 cc n1, cst d dt pi vdz xx vvb 〈 sy 〉 vvi, ccx vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
140 Micah. 3, 11. That is, he doth 〈 ◊ 〉 make it his Principal Ultimate or only End; micah. 3, 11. That is, he does 〈 ◊ 〉 make it his Principal Ultimate or only End; np1. crd, crd cst vbz, pns31 vdz 〈 sy 〉 vvi pn31 po31 j-jn n1 cc av-j vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
141 for this is the thing here Reproved, it being no sin as appears from the afore quoted place out of the Corinthians, if it be not necessarily required, for this is the thing Here Reproved, it being no since as appears from the afore quoted place out of the Corinthians, if it be not necessarily required, p-acp d vbz dt n1 av vvn, pn31 vbg dx n1 c-acp vvz p-acp dt a-acp vvd n1 av pp-f dt njp2, cs pn31 vbb xx av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
142 but only freely offered, and willingly contributed by the People. but only freely offered, and willingly contributed by the People. cc-acp av-j av-j vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
143 He that doth put a difference, and shew a difference Eze• 22. 26. Or doth well distinguish, he doth rightly. He that does put a difference, and show a difference Eze• 22. 26. Or does well distinguish, he does rightly. pns31 cst vdz vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 np1 crd crd cc vdz av vvi, pns31 vdz av-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
144 Teach i• the nature of the things of God and pertaining to his Kingdom. (If I were but Righteously or equally dealt withal by my Kindred according to the flesh, there would be 〈 ◊ 〉 need for me to make publick an Intimation of this nature. Teach i• the nature of the things of God and pertaining to his Kingdom. (If I were but Righteously or equally dealt withal by my Kindred according to the Flesh, there would be 〈 ◊ 〉 need for me to make public an Intimation of this nature. vvb n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc vvg p-acp po31 n1. (cs pns11 vbdr cc-acp av-j cc av-jn vvn av p-acp po11 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmd vbi 〈 sy 〉 vvb p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi j dt n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
145 But their doings towards me have confirmed the Truth 〈 ◊ 〉 that Old Observation, that if any one in a Family doe serv• God more then Ordinary, he shall be sure to be oppressed Crushed, kept under hatches, But their doings towards me have confirmed the Truth 〈 ◊ 〉 that Old Observation, that if any one in a Family do serv• God more then Ordinary, he shall be sure to be oppressed Crushed, kept under Hates, p-acp po32 n2-vdg p-acp pno11 vhb vvn dt n1 〈 sy 〉 cst j n1, cst cs d pi p-acp dt n1 vdb n1 np1 av-dc cs j, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn vvn, vvn p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
146 and be destitute, afflicted, and tormented by them. As to offer willingly is highly acceptable and pleasing in the sight of the Lord, and be destitute, afflicted, and tormented by them. As to offer willingly is highly acceptable and pleasing in the sighed of the Lord, cc vbi j, j-vvn, cc vvn p-acp pno32. c-acp p-acp vvb av-j vbz av-j j cc j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
147 so to prevent, Anticipate or be before hand, even before any one doth ask or intimate, This an Instance of Offering willingly, so to prevent, Anticipate or be before hand, even before any one does ask or intimate, This an Instance of Offering willingly, av pc-acp vvi, vvi cc vbi p-acp n1, av p-acp d pi vdz vvi cc vvi, d dt n1 pp-f vvg av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
148 and it is God like, for thou preventest him with the Blessings of Goodness, Psal. 21. 3 Even before a Prayer or Desire is Offered for and in behalf of them. and it is God like, for thou Preventest him with the Blessings of goodness, Psalm 21. 3 Even before a Prayer or Desire is Offered for and in behalf of them. cc pn31 vbz np1 av-j, c-acp pns21 vv2 pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp cc p-acp n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
149 And it shall come to pass that before they call I will answer, and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. And it shall come to pass that before they call I will answer, and while they Are yet speaking, I will hear. cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d c-acp pns32 vvb pns11 vmb vvi, cc cs pns32 vbr av vvg, pns11 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
150 Isa. 65. 24. For as one Rightly Observes, It doth resemble the Deity, and it is God like to do free, ready, and soon acts of Beneficence. Isaiah 65. 24. For as one Rightly Observes, It does resemble the Deity, and it is God like to do free, ready, and soon acts of Beneficence. np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp crd av-jn vvz, pn31 vdz vvi dt n1, cc pn31 vbz np1 av-j pc-acp vdi j, j, cc av n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
151 When we read such places of Scripture as this following, they doe not stand Recorded for nothing, When we read such places of Scripture as this following, they do not stand Recorded for nothing, c-crq pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp d vvg, pns32 vdb xx vvi vvn p-acp pix, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
152 but for our Admonition and Instruction, upon whom the Ends of the World are come. but for our Admonition and Instruction, upon whom the Ends of the World Are come. cc-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
153 The Inhabitants of the Land of Teman brought Water to him, that was thirsty, they Prevented with their Bread him that fled Isa. 21. 14. Mark here again this Word, prevented; for such as was thirsty, The Inhabitants of the Land of Teman brought Water to him, that was thirsty, they Prevented with their Bred him that fled Isaiah 21. 14. Mark Here again this Word, prevented; for such as was thirsty, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd n1 p-acp pno31, cst vbds j, pns32 vvn p-acp po32 n1 pno31 cst vvd np1 crd crd n1 av av d n1, vvn; p-acp d c-acp vbds j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
154 or fled here did not ask for it, but the others did imagine and apprehend that the others might have need and occasion of it, or fled Here did not ask for it, but the Others did imagine and apprehend that the Others might have need and occasion of it, cc vvd av vdd xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp dt n2-jn vdd vvi cc vvi d dt n2-jn vmd vhi n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
155 and so they were ready before hand to meet and supply them with it. and so they were ready before hand to meet and supply them with it. cc av pns32 vbdr j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
156 Like as Melchisedech brought forth Bread and Wine to Abraham as he was returning from the Slaughter of the Kings. Like as Melchizedek brought forth Bred and Wine to Abraham as he was returning from the Slaughter of the Kings. j c-acp np1 vvd av n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
157 And so on the other worse hand, Amalek is cursed and punished, because he met not the Children of Israel with Bread and Water as they came through, And so on the other Worse hand, Amalek is cursed and punished, Because he met not the Children of Israel with Bred and Water as they Come through, cc av p-acp dt n-jn jc n1, np1 vbz vvn cc vvn, c-acp pns31 vvd xx dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
158 and from out of the Wilderness. and from out of the Wilderness. cc p-acp av pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
159 From what is written, Because that he remembered not to shew Mercy Psal. 109. 16. We learn, that where we can do any act of Good, Kindness or Compassion to one another (whither it be to Friend or Enemy) and we doe it not, the Lord, From what is written, Because that he remembered not to show Mercy Psalm 109. 16. We Learn, that where we can do any act of Good, Kindness or Compassion to one Another (whither it be to Friend or Enemy) and we do it not, the Lord, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, p-acp cst pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi n1 np1 crd crd pns12 vvb, cst c-crq pns12 vmb vdi d n1 pp-f j, n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n-jn (c-crq pn31 vbb p-acp n1 cc n1) cc pns12 vdb pn31 xx, dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
160 when he comes to enter into judgment, and we are to receive for the deeds done in the Body, will impute that as sin to that man or woman who refused, neglected, or omitted it. when he comes to enter into judgement, and we Are to receive for the Deeds done in the Body, will impute that as since to that man or woman who refused, neglected, or omitted it. c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 vdn p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi cst p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vvd, j-vvn, cc vvn pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
161 For though now it be reckoned as a matter indifferent, and it is commonly said they doe him no harm, For though now it be reckoned as a matter indifferent, and it is commonly said they do him no harm, p-acp cs av pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 j, cc pn31 vbz av-j vvn pns32 vdb pno31 dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
162 if they doe him or her no good; if they do him or her no good; cs pns32 vdb pn31 cc pno31 av-dx j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
163 yet in this case, The not doing of Kindnesses when it is in our Power for to do them, is indeed doing hurt or injury; yet in this case, The not doing of Kindnesses when it is in our Power for to do them, is indeed doing hurt or injury; av p-acp d n1, cs xx vdg pp-f n2 c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n1 c-acp pc-acp vdi pno32, vbz av vdg n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
164 because of the real harm, injury or loss which such a one Sustains for want of having that Kindness done for him. Because of the real harm, injury or loss which such a one Sustains for want of having that Kindness done for him. c-acp pp-f dt j n1, n1 cc n1 r-crq d dt pi vvz p-acp n1 pp-f vhg d n1 vdn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
165 As was before mentioned, My heart is towards the Governours of Israel, that Offered themselves willingly among the People, so if we may so speak after the manner of Men, The Heart of God is towards such of his Servants and Creatures that Offer themselves willingly to do such and such Things for his Glory, Worship, As was before mentioned, My heart is towards the Governors of Israel, that Offered themselves willingly among the People, so if we may so speak After the manner of Men, The Heart of God is towards such of his Servants and Creatures that Offer themselves willingly to do such and such Things for his Glory, Worship, a-acp vbds p-acp vvn, po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vvd px32 av-j p-acp dt n1, av cs pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 cst vvb px32 av-j pc-acp vdi d cc d n2 p-acp po31 n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
166 and Service, and be doing Good unto Men, or who are for what links these three together, Glory to God in the Highest, Peace on Earth, and Good will towards Men; and Service, and be doing Good unto Men, or who Are for what links these three together, Glory to God in the Highest, Peace on Earth, and Good will towards Men; cc n1, cc vbi vdg j p-acp n2, cc q-crq vbr p-acp r-crq n2 d crd av, n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt js, n1 p-acp n1, cc j n1 p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
167 and each one in his Vocation and place doth Offer out himself willingly towards the things that make for the same. and each one in his Vocation and place does Offer out himself willingly towards the things that make for the same. cc d pi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vdz vvi av px31 av-j p-acp dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
168 Here again is another Real Act and Instance of Offering willingly, when they can and doe bereave their own Soul of Good, to doe good for others: Here again is Another Real Act and Instance of Offering willingly, when they can and do bereave their own Soul of Good, to do good for Others: av av vbz j-jn j n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg av-j, c-crq pns32 vmb cc vdb vvi po32 d n1 pp-f j, pc-acp vdi j p-acp n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
169 which again will be a doing Good to their own Soul at long run, for the Merciful Man doeth Good to his own Soul. Prov. 11. 17. I mean when People are contented to suffer Hunger or pinch their own Belly for once or twice to feed and supply that which hath more often wanted it; which again will be a doing Good to their own Soul At long run, for the Merciful Man doth Good to his own Soul. Curae 11. 17. I mean when People Are contented to suffer Hunger or pinch their own Belly for once or twice to feed and supply that which hath more often wanted it; r-crq av vmb vbi dt vdg j p-acp po32 d n1 p-acp av-j vvn, c-acp dt j n1 vdz av-j p-acp po31 d n1 np1 crd crd pns11 vvb c-crq n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi po32 d n1 p-acp a-acp cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq vhz dc av vvd pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
170 when for all out of their obedience to the command of God they will bring that Bread and Water which they do almost want themselves. when for all out of their Obedience to the command of God they will bring that Bred and Water which they do almost want themselves. c-crq p-acp d av pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vdb av vvi px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
171 Like the Widow of Zarephath, who had but an handful of Meal, and a little Oyl in a Curse. Like the Widow of Zarephath, who had but an handful of Meal, and a little Oil in a Curse. j dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
172 1. Kings, 17. 12. And yet out of that she was to Sustain and feed Elijah the Prophet of the Lord, which she did, and had no lack. 1. Kings, 17. 12. And yet out of that she was to Sustain and feed Elijah the Prophet of the Lord, which she did, and had no lack. crd ng1, crd crd cc av av pp-f cst pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vdd, cc vhd dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
173 Sirs, here is some Trust of God in these things. Sirs, Here is Some Trust of God in these things. np1, av vbz d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
174 When thou hast but a little, thou dost Give diligence Gladly to Give freely, and Offer willingly of that little; When thou hast but a little, thou dost Give diligence Gladly to Give freely, and Offer willingly of that little; c-crq pns21 vh2 p-acp dt j, pns21 vd2 vvi n1 av-j pc-acp vvi av-j, cc vvb av-j pp-f d j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
175 and thou canst not only say so in outward Words, but trust that the Lord will provide a little more against the time, and thou Canst not only say so in outward Words, but trust that the Lord will provide a little more against the time, cc pns21 vm2 xx av-j vvi av p-acp j n2, cc-acp vvb cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt j av-dc p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
176 and when that same little is gone, And they that know thy Name will put their trust in thee: and when that same little is gone, And they that know thy Name will put their trust in thee: cc c-crq cst d j vbz vvn, cc pns32 cst vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno21: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
177 For thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee Psal. 9. 10. O taste and see that the Lord is good: For thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee Psalm 9. 10. Oh taste and see that the Lord is good: c-acp pns21, n1, vh2 xx vvn pno32 cst vvb pno21 np1 crd crd uh n1 cc vvi d dt n1 vbz j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
178 Blessed is the Man that trusteth in him. O fear the Lord ye his Saints: for there is no want to them that fear him. Blessed is the Man that Trusteth in him. O Fear the Lord you his Saints: for there is no want to them that Fear him. vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31. sy vvb dt n1 pn22 po31 n2: c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
179 The Young Lions do lack, and suffer hunger: But they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. The Young Lions do lack, and suffer hunger: But they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. dt j n2 vdb vvi, cc vvi n1: cc-acp pns32 cst vvb dt n1 vmb xx vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
180 Psal. 34. 8, 9, 10. And such of his Saints do not fear to be Impoverished or come to want through the Service of God, Psalm 34. 8, 9, 10. And such of his Saints do not Fear to be Impoverished or come to want through the Service of God, np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc d pp-f po31 n2 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvd cc vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
181 but they Offer willingly, and do things not Grudingly, or of Necessity, even in the Expensive part of Religion, but they Offer willingly, and do things not Grudingly, or of Necessity, even in the Expensive part of Religion, cc-acp pns32 vvb av-j, cc vdb n2 xx np1, cc pp-f n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
182 and they indeavour to save, or trust that the Lord (who teacheth to profit) will make it up as much unto them another way. and they endeavour to save, or trust that the Lord (who Teaches to profit) will make it up as much unto them Another Way. cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvb cst dt n1 (r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi) vmb vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp d p-acp pno32 j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
183 So far we have shewed of this Excellent Duty, of Offering willingly as we shewed the Coherence of the Text, upon the Residue of the Chapter, So Far we have showed of this Excellent Duty, of Offering willingly as we showed the Coherence of the Text, upon the Residue of the Chapter, av av-j pns12 vhb vvn pp-f d j n1, pp-f vvg av-j c-acp pns12 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
184 for the same thing of Offering willingly is intended and meant therein all one as what is said in the following Words, To keep the Commandments, the Testimonies and Statutes of the Lord for that they should Offer willingly towards the Worship and Service of God, is also One of his Commandments, and Testimonies and Statutes. for the same thing of Offering willingly is intended and meant therein all one as what is said in the following Words, To keep the commandments, the Testimonies and Statutes of the Lord for that they should Offer willingly towards the Worship and Service of God, is also One of his commandments, and Testimonies and Statutes. p-acp dt d n1 pp-f vvg av-j vbz vvn cc vvd av d pi p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp cst pns32 vmd vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz av crd pp-f po31 n2, cc n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
185 But here it holds true as to both, People are for Offering willingly, and for keeping the Commandments, the Testimonies and the Statutes of the Lord sometimes only, and not alwayes. But Here it holds true as to both, People Are for Offering willingly, and for keeping the commandments, the Testimonies and the Statutes of the Lord sometime only, and not always. p-acp av pn31 vvz j c-acp p-acp d, n1 vbr p-acp vvg av-j, cc p-acp vvg dt n2, dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av av-j, cc xx av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
186 They are for doing it now and then, but not for ever: They Are for doing it now and then, but not for ever: pns32 vbr p-acp vdg pn31 av cc av, cc-acp xx c-acp av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
187 and therefore in Opposition unto this Corrupt Nature of theirs, whose goodness is as the Morning cloud, and Therefore in Opposition unto this Corrupt Nature of theirs, whose Goodness is as the Morning cloud, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f png32, r-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
188 and as the early dew, it soon passeth away: and as the early due, it soon passes away: cc p-acp dt j n1, pn31 av vvz av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
189 As also to help and supply this defect and failure of theirs, David here Prays by the Spirit O Lord God of Abraham, Isaac and of Israel our Fathers keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the hearts of thy People, As also to help and supply this defect and failure of theirs, David Here Prays by the Spirit Oh Lord God of Abraham, Isaac and of Israel our Father's keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the hearts of thy People, c-acp av pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f png32, np1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 uh n1 np1 pp-f np1, np1 cc pp-f np1 po12 n2 vvi d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
190 and prepare their heart unto thee. and prepare their heart unto thee. cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
191 There is another Paralel and alike Scripture unto this in Deut 5. 29. O that there were such an heart in them, that they would fear me, There is Another Parallel and alike Scripture unto this in Deuteronomy 5. 29. O that there were such an heart in them, that they would Fear me, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cc av-j n1 p-acp d p-acp fw-fr crd crd sy cst a-acp vbdr d dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
192 and keep all my Commandments alwayes. Observe this Adverb, alwayes; and keep all my commandments always. Observe this Adverb, always; cc vvi d po11 n2 av. vvb d n1, av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
193 for it is the same in Signification with that of our Text, keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy People, that it might be well with them, for it is the same in Signification with that of our Text, keep this for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of the heart of thy People, that it might be well with them, p-acp pn31 vbz dt d p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f po12 n1, vvb d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst pn31 vmd vbi av p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
194 and with their Children for ever. This is also brought in upon a good Mood and Temper of the People; and with their Children for ever. This is also brought in upon a good Mood and Temper of the People; cc p-acp po32 n2 p-acp av. d vbz av vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc vvi pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
195 when they were in an Obedient frame of Spirit unto the Lord God. when they were in an Obedient frame of Spirit unto the Lord God. c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
196 When they had said unto Moses, Speak thou unto us all that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee, When they had said unto Moses, Speak thou unto us all that the Lord our God shall speak unto thee, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp np1, vvb pns21 p-acp pno12 d cst dt n1 po12 np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
197 and we will hear it, and do it; and the Lord hereupon answered, They have well said in all that they have spoken. and we will hear it, and do it; and the Lord hereupon answered, They have well said in all that they have spoken. cc pns12 vmb vvi pn31, cc vdb pn31; cc dt n1 av vvd, pns32 vhb av vvn p-acp d cst pns32 vhb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
198 A very good Commendation of our God unto his Creatures; But the cream of the matter is; A very good Commendation of our God unto his Creatures; But the cream of the matter is; dt j j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
199 They have well said, if they will hold unto it, and thereupon God himself Wishes and desires, They have well said, if they will hold unto it, and thereupon God himself Wishes and Desires, pns32 vhb av vvn, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc av np1 px31 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
200 for it is expressed after the manner of Men, O that there were such a Heart in them that they would fear me and keep all my Commandments alwayes. for it is expressed After the manner of Men, Oh that there were such a Heart in them that they would Fear me and keep all my commandments always. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, uh cst a-acp vbdr d dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vmd vvi pno11 cc vvb d po11 n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
201 By which kind of Speech and Expression, he doth foresee and mistrust, That that Good Resolution of theirs which was in them, would be Temporary, sudden, Goe off and pass away again, as truly so it did. By which kind of Speech and Expression, he does foresee and mistrust, That that Good Resolution of theirs which was in them, would be Temporary, sudden, Go off and pass away again, as truly so it did. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi, cst d j n1 pp-f png32 r-crq vbds p-acp pno32, vmd vbi j, j, vvb a-acp cc vvi av av, c-acp av-j av pn31 vdd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 12
202 And truly it is so whither we Preach or Pray never so much, That all good things, the Great Truths of God, all Faith and all Knowledge ▪ the sence of his Name, And truly it is so whither we Preach or Pray never so much, That all good things, the Great Truths of God, all Faith and all Knowledge ▪ the sense of his Name, cc av-j pn31 vbz av c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi av-x av av-d, cst d j n2, dt j n2 pp-f np1, d n1 cc d n1 ▪ dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
203 and Obedience to all the Words of his Law, may be kept for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our Hearts, that in the day of tryal and hour of temptation, we may have all along at the very same Time, a Divine Overruling Thought, which may resist the Temptation, and obedience to all the Words of his Law, may be kept for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our Hearts, that in the day of trial and hour of temptation, we may have all along At the very same Time, a Divine Overruling Thought, which may resist the Temptation, cc n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vhi d a-acp p-acp dt j d n1, dt j-jn j-vvg n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
204 and keep and determine unto God and Duty; and keep and determine unto God and Duty; cc vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
205 Yet still nevertheless it is sensible and Experienced, that these things are not kept for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of our hearts. Yet still nevertheless it is sensible and Experienced, that these things Are not kept for ever in the Imagination of the thoughts of our hearts. av av av pn31 vbz j cc j-vvn, cst d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
206 I have often wished and desired for my self (Pray, Let your hearts also go along with me herein) O that I were alwayes and for ever such towards God, I have often wished and desired for my self (Pray, Let your hearts also go along with me herein) Oh that I were always and for ever such towards God, pns11 vhb av vvn cc vvd p-acp po11 n1 (vvb, vvb po22 n2 av vvb a-acp p-acp pno11 av) uh cst pns11 vbdr av cc p-acp av d p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
207 as I am sometimes in my most Devout and Solemn Approaches unto him in Prayer, or 〈 ◊ 〉 his Ordinance of Hearing his Word; as I am sometime in my most Devout and Solemn Approaches unto him in Prayer, or 〈 ◊ 〉 his Ordinance of Hearing his Word; c-acp pns11 vbm av p-acp po11 av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc 〈 sy 〉 po31 n1 pp-f vvg po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
208 that I had alwayes the same Reverence, Godly fear, and Horrour and Dre•• of the Deity, that I had always the same reverence, Godly Fear, and Horror and Dre•• of the Deity, cst pns11 vhd av dt d n1, j n1, cc n1 cc np1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
209 when I am walking about, or sitting still, a I have sometimes upon my bended knees. when I am walking about, or sitting still, a I have sometime upon my bent knees. c-crq pns11 vbm vvg a-acp, cc vvg av, av pns11 vhb av p-acp po11 j-vvn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
210 That I had the some constant Gravity, seriousness and trembling of Spirit in the midst of Life, Health and Prosperity, That I had the Some constant Gravity, seriousness and trembling of Spirit in the midst of Life, Health and Prosperity, cst pns11 vhd dt d j n1, n1 cc n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
211 and when thing go most according to wish, as I have upon the apprehension of any great danger, and when thing go most according to wish, as I have upon the apprehension of any great danger, cc c-crq n1 vvi av-ds vvg p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
212 or under affliction, or as I shall have when I come to lye upon the Bed of last sickness and dying. or under affliction, or as I shall have when I come to lie upon the Bed of last sickness and dying. cc p-acp n1, cc c-acp pns11 vmb vhi c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f ord n1 cc j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
213 It is Impossible to recall or vain to wish for, as to what is past. It is Impossible to Recall or vain to wish for, as to what is passed. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp, c-acp p-acp r-crq vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
214 But O that I might, for all the few and Evil dayes remaining of my Pilgrimage, throughout all my succeeding Life, have that constant Universal Obedience, Honor and Preferring of God above things, But Oh that I might, for all the few and Evil days remaining of my Pilgrimage, throughout all my succeeding Life, have that constant Universal obedience, Honour and Preferring of God above things, p-acp uh cst pns11 vmd, p-acp d dt d cc j-jn n2 vvg pp-f po11 n1, p-acp d po11 j-vvg n1, vhb d j j-u n1, n1 cc vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
215 as I shall indeed desire that I had had when I come to think my last. as I shall indeed desire that I had had when I come to think my last. c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi cst pns11 vhd vhn c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi po11 ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
216 just as whe• I shall perceive that I am yeilding up the Ghost, and surrendring up my Spirit to the God that gave it. just as whe• I shall perceive that I am yielding up the Ghost, and surrendering up my Spirit to the God that gave it. av c-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi cst pns11 vbm vvg a-acp dt n1, cc vvg a-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
217 O that my Spirit may now henceforth and for ever, so Obey and be give up unto the Father of the Spirits of all flesh, O that my Spirit may now henceforth and for ever, so Obey and be give up unto the Father of the Spirits of all Flesh, sy cst po11 n1 vmb av av cc p-acp av, av vvb cc vbb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
218 as she will reflect and wish she had done, when she shall be Summoned to appear before him, as she will reflect and wish she had done, when she shall be Summoned to appear before him, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi cc vvb pns31 vhd vdn, c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
219 And she is to take her flight into the Invisible World. O that I did so want on God all 〈 ◊ 〉 day. And she is to take her flight into the Invisible World. O that I did so want on God all 〈 ◊ 〉 day. cc pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. sy cst pns11 vdd av vvi p-acp np1 d 〈 sy 〉 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
220 Psal. 25. 3. And was in the fear of Lord all 〈 ◊ 〉 long, Prov, 23. 17. As I have sometimes for two or three Hours together in a Morning. Psalm 25. 3. And was in the Fear of Lord all 〈 ◊ 〉 long, Curae, 23. 17. As I have sometime for two or three Hours together in a Morning. np1 crd crd np1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-d 〈 sy 〉 av-j, np1, crd crd p-acp pns11 vhb av p-acp crd cc crd n2 av p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
221 As it is written in Jude, 19. These be sensual, having not the Spirit: As it is written in U^de, 19. These be sensual, having not the Spirit: p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, crd np1 vbb j, vhg xx dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
222 So I have too often observed and experienced, that after my too full Meals, I have been damped and for a time lost that sence of God and Spiritual Things, which before I had. So I have too often observed and experienced, that After my too full Meals, I have been damped and for a time lost that sense of God and Spiritual Things, which before I had. av pns11 vhb av av vvn cc vvn, cst p-acp po11 av j n2, pns11 vhb vbn vvn cc p-acp dt n1 vvn cst n1 pp-f np1 cc j n2, r-crq c-acp pns11 vhd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
223 O that I might therefore so Eat & Drink to his Glory, that I might be near the same in the midst of or immediately after receiving of my necessary and moderate Food as I was before. O that I might Therefore so Eat & Drink to his Glory, that I might be near the same in the midst of or immediately After receiving of my necessary and moderate Food as I was before. sy cst pns11 vmd av av vvb cc vvb p-acp po31 n1, cst pns11 vmd vbi av-j dt d p-acp dt n1 pp-f cc av-j p-acp vvg pp-f po11 j cc j n1 c-acp pns11 vbds a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
224 And so It should hold in the other circumstances and Conditions of Life, to keep this for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our heart, whither Sleeping or Waking, in labour or Idle, And so It should hold in the other Circumstances and Conditions of Life, to keep this for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our heart, whither Sleeping or Waking, in labour or Idle, cc av pn31 vmd vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq vvg cc vvg, p-acp n1 cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
225 when we sit in our House, or when we walk and journey in the way, when we fit in our House, or when we walk and journey in the Way, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc c-crq pns12 vvb cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
226 and when we lye down or rise up, in a Word, whatever our hand findeth to doe, and when we lie down or rise up, in a Word, whatever our hand finds to do, cc c-crq pns12 vvb a-acp cc vvi a-acp, p-acp dt n1, r-crq po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vdi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
227 or whatever we are Imployed about; or whatever we Are Employed about; cc r-crq pns12 vbr vvn a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
228 I say again This still is to be kept for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our hearts, I say again This still is to be kept for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our hearts, pns11 vvb av d av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
229 even to keep the Commandments, the Testimonies and the Statutes of the Lord God. even to keep the commandments, the Testimonies and the Statutes of the Lord God. av pc-acp vvi dt n2, dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
230 David here rightly Prays that the Lord would keep this in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our hearts; David Here rightly Prays that the Lord would keep this in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our hearts; np1 av av-jn vvz d dt n1 vmd vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
231 for as it is written, Except the Lord keep the City, the Watch and watcheth but in vain. Psal. 127. 〈 ◊ 〉. for as it is written, Except the Lord keep the city, the Watch and watches but in vain. Psalm 127. 〈 ◊ 〉. c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, c-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1, dt n1 cc vvz cc-acp p-acp j. np1 crd 〈 sy 〉. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
232 So except the Lord keep our heart, all our keeping of them is in vain, notwithstanding it is commanded, keep thy heart with all diligence for out of it are the Issues of Life. So except the Lord keep our heart, all our keeping of them is in vain, notwithstanding it is commanded, keep thy heart with all diligence for out of it Are the Issues of Life. av c-acp dt n1 vvb po12 n1, d po12 j-vvg pp-f pno32 vbz p-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp av pp-f pn31 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
233 The Scripture is no where not in the least inconsistent with it self; but the Truth of the Matter seems to stand on this wise: The Scripture is no where not in the least inconsistent with it self; but the Truth of the Matter seems to stand on this wise: dt n1 vbz dx n1 xx p-acp dt av-ds j p-acp pn31 n1; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
234 we are first to Pray unto God Immediately to keep our hearts, and having so done, we are to endeavour after the same as much as ever we can our selves. we Are First to Pray unto God Immediately to keep our hearts, and having so done, we Are to endeavour After the same as much as ever we can our selves. pns12 vbr ord pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vhg av vdn, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt d p-acp d c-acp av pns12 vmb po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
235 For we learn evidently from what is written, We then as Workers together with him, beseech you also, that yo receive not the Grace of God in vain. For we Learn evidently from what is written, We then as Workers together with him, beseech you also, that the receive not the Grace of God in vain. c-acp pns12 vvb av-j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, pns12 av p-acp n2 av p-acp pno31, vvb pn22 av, cst pn22 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
236 2. Cor. 〈 ◊ 〉. 1. Work out your own Salvation with fear and trembling: 2. Cor. 〈 ◊ 〉. 1. Work out your own Salvation with Fear and trembling: crd np1 〈 sy 〉. crd vvb av po22 d n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
237 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his Good pleasure, Phil. 2. 12, 13 ▪ Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his Working, which worketh in me mightily. For it is God which works in you both to will and to do of his Good pleasure, Philip 2. 12, 13 ▪ Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his Working, which works in me mightily. p-acp pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pn22 d p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi pp-f po31 j n1, np1 crd crd, crd ▪ c-crq pns11 av vvi, vvg p-acp p-acp po31 j-vvg, r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
238 Col. 1. 29. That there is a Power and Ability implanted in, and given unto man by God the Creator to Work together with his Grace. Col. 1. 29. That there is a Power and Ability implanted in, and given unto man by God the Creator to Work together with his Grace. np1 crd crd cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
239 It should be a constant rule that whatsoever we are commanded or directed to pray for, It should be a constant Rule that whatsoever we Are commanded or directed to pray for, pn31 vmd vbi dt j vvi d r-crq pns12 vbr vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
240 or whatever we do pray for, we should indeavour after it our selves. or whatever we do pray for, we should endeavour After it our selves. cc r-crq pns12 vdb vvi p-acp, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
241 Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily, Even so we should labour and strive after the same thing. Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which works in me mightily, Even so we should labour and strive After the same thing. c-crq pns11 av vvi, vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n-vvg, r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 av-j, av-j av pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
242 And so to our present case, we should pray unto God in the first place, to keep this still in the Imagination of the thoughts of our hearts and then indeavour, labour, And so to our present case, we should pray unto God in the First place, to keep this still in the Imagination of the thoughts of our hearts and then endeavour, labour, cc av p-acp po12 j n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi d av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc av vvb, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
243 and strive according to whatever we can, to do so our selves. and strive according to whatever we can, to do so our selves. cc vvb vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb, pc-acp vdi av po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 14
244 That it is the Particular Province and Prerogative of Almighty God, to keep the hearts of the children of Men, We have the Scriptures affirming in divers places, That it is the Particular Province and Prerogative of Almighty God, to keep the hearts of the children of Men, We have the Scriptures affirming in diverse places, cst pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pns12 vhb dt n2 vvg p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
245 for the Lords Vineyard is the hearts of Men, For the Vineyard of the Lord of Hosts is the House of Israel. for the lords Vineyard is the hearts of Men, For the Vineyard of the Lord of Hosts is the House of Israel. p-acp dt n2 n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
246 Isa. 5. 7. And we Read there how he Fenced it, and Gathered out the Stems thereof, Isaiah 5. 7. And we Read there how he Fenced it, and Gathered out the Stems thereof, np1 crd crd cc pns12 vvb a-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pn31, cc vvd av dt n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
247 and planted it with the choicest Vine, and built a Tower in the midst of it, and planted it with the Choicest Vine, and built a Tower in the midst of it, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt js n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
248 and also made a Wine-press therein. and also made a Winepress therein. cc av vvd dt j av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
249 In that day Sing ye unto her, A Vineyard of Red Wine, I the Lord do keep it, I will water it every Moment, In that day Sing you unto her, A Vineyard of Read Wine, I the Lord do keep it, I will water it every Moment, p-acp d n1 vvb pn22 p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pns11 dt n1 vdb vvi pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
250 lest any hurt it, I will keep it Night and Day. lest any hurt it, I will keep it Night and Day. cs d n1 pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
251 Isa. 27. 2, 3. Here it is affirmed and ratified twice in the same Verse, that God will keep it lest any hurt it; Isaiah 27. 2, 3. Here it is affirmed and ratified twice in the same Verse, that God will keep it lest any hurt it; np1 crd crd, crd av pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cst np1 vmb vvi pn31 cs d n1 pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
252 which nothing can do, but Satan or his Temptations, as they seduce to sin or evil. which nothing can do, but Satan or his Temptations, as they seduce to since or evil. r-crq pix vmb vdi, cc-acp np1 cc po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vvi p-acp n1 cc n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
253 Nothing but sin can hurt the heart of Man. And if we would suffer that the Lord should keep our hearts Night and Day, Nothing but since can hurt the heart of Man. And if we would suffer that the Lord should keep our hearts Night and Day, pix p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc cs pns12 vmd vvi d dt n1 vmd vvi po12 ng1 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
254 and that he Guide us continually, so that our selves here are under keepers, and stand upon our watch; and that he Guide us continually, so that our selves Here Are under keepers, and stand upon our watch; cc cst pns31 vvb pno12 av-j, av cst po12 n2 av vbr p-acp n2, cc vvb p-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
255 for thus the Scripture doth direct in other places, so as to prevent and keep out the comings in and Acts of Sin; for thus the Scripture does Direct in other places, so as to prevent and keep out the comings in and Acts of since; c-acp av dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp j-jn n2, av c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi av dt n2-vvg p-acp cc n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
256 and then it is effectually prevented, lest any hurt it. and then it is effectually prevented, lest any hurt it. cc cs pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cs d n1 pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
257 And all thy Children shall be taught of the Lord, and great shall be the peace of thy Children, Isa. 54. 13. The right consequence here is, that when they are taught of God, they should learn of him; And all thy Children shall be taught of the Lord, and great shall be the peace of thy Children, Isaiah 54. 13. The right consequence Here is, that when they Are taught of God, they should Learn of him; cc d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cc j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, np1 crd crd dt j-jn n1 av vbz, cst c-crq pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vmd vvi pp-f pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
258 and when he doth instruct and would Guide them, they should receive the instruction, and follow his Guidance. and when he does instruct and would Guide them, they should receive the instruction, and follow his Guidance. cc c-crq pns31 vdz vvi cc vmd n1 pno32, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
259 God doth Keep, Guide, and Teach the hearts of the Children of Men, in an Invisible manner, God does Keep, Guide, and Teach the hearts of the Children of Men, in an Invisible manner, np1 vdz vvi, vvb, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
260 but yet it is sensible to the hearts of his faithful People. but yet it is sensible to the hearts of his faithful People. cc-acp av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
261 The Wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou hearest the sound thereof, but canst not tell whence it cometh, and whither it goeth; The Wind blows where it lists, and thou Hearst the found thereof, but Canst not tell whence it comes, and whither it Goes; dt n1 vvz c-crq pn31 vvz, cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 av, cc-acp vm2 xx vvi c-crq pn31 vvz, cc c-crq pn31 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
262 so is every one that is born of the Spirit, John. 3. 8. So likewise is every one that is Taught, Guided, or Instructed by the Spirit. so is every one that is born of the Spirit, John. 3. 8. So likewise is every one that is Taught, Guided, or Instructed by the Spirit. av vbz d pi cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd av av vbz d pi cst vbz vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
263 And so in like manner God doth keep the hearts of his People. As the Distillings of Dew in a clear Night are not perceived; And so in like manner God does keep the hearts of his People. As the Distillings of Due in a clear Night Are not perceived; cc av p-acp j n1 np1 vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp dt np1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbr xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
264 so God moves himself as it were upon, and Communicates himself to the hearts of his Creatures in the still voice of his Word and Spirit. so God moves himself as it were upon, and Communicates himself to the hearts of his Creatures in the still voice of his Word and Spirit. av np1 vvz px31 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp, cc n2 px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
265 For God speaketh once, yea twice, yet man perceiveth it not. For God speaks once, yea twice, yet man perceives it not. p-acp np1 vvz a-acp, uh av, av n1 vvz pn31 xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
266 In a dream, in a Vision of the Night when deep sleep falleth upon men, In slumberings upon the Bed. Then he openeth the Ears of Men, In a dream, in a Vision of the Night when deep sleep falls upon men, In slumberings upon the Bed Then he Openeth the Ears of Men, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n2, p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
267 and sealeth their Instruction Jel. 33 ▪ 14, 15. 16. And so when we are in the most still, retired, abstracted and separated manner. and Sealeth their Instruction Jel. 33 ▪ 14, 15. 16. And so when we Are in the most still, retired, abstracted and separated manner. cc vvz po32 n1 vvi. crd ▪ crd, crd crd cc av c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt av-ds j, vvn, j-vvn cc j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
268 When we becom the Man whom thou chos•st and causest to approach unto thee. Psal, 65. 4. Then it is that God doth reveal and manifest himself unto us. When we become the Man whom thou chos•st and causest to approach unto thee. Psalm, 65. 4. Then it is that God does reveal and manifest himself unto us. c-crq pns12 vvi dt n1 ro-crq pns21 vv2 cc vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21. np1, crd crd cs pn31 vbz cst np1 vdz vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
269 When we are Obedient and Holy, Sobet and Temperate, when we are Chast and do not regard the desire of women, being Purified & Sanctified, these are furtherances & forwardings, When we Are Obedient and Holy, Sobet and Temperate, when we Are Chaste and do not regard the desire of women, being Purified & Sanctified, these Are furtherances & forwardings, c-crq pns12 vbr j cc j, n1 cc j, c-crq pns12 vbr j cc vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, vbg vvn cc vvn, d vbr n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
270 or helps towards God making known his Mind and Will unto us. As again There are Hindrances and Obstructions. or helps towards God making known his Mind and Will unto us. As again There Are Hindrances and Obstructions. cc vvz p-acp np1 vvg vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. p-acp av pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
271 The Principal and I may almost say, the only hinderance is Sin; The Principal and I may almost say, the only hindrance is since; dt j-jn cc pns11 vmb av vvi, dt j n1 vbz n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
272 for it is that which makes that wide Chasm, or Distance between God and the creatures, Your Iniquities have seperated between you and your God. for it is that which makes that wide Chasm, or Distance between God and the creatures, Your Iniquities have separated between you and your God. p-acp pn31 vbz d r-crq vvz d j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n2, po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 cc po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
273 Isa. 59. 2. Sin or Iniquity in the General do produce this aceursed and evil effect. Isaiah 59. 2. since or Iniquity in the General do produce this aceursed and evil Effect. np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vdb vvi d j-vvn cc j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
274 But they may be clearly Specified, and reduced to these three sorts, Namely, what doth defeat, But they may be clearly Specified, and reduced to these three sorts, Namely, what does defeat, p-acp pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp d crd n2, av, q-crq vdz vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
275 and render of none, or rather of less effect the Seed sown, or Choke the Word Preached, the same is the Principal hindrance to Gods keeping this still in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the hearts of this People, The cares of this World and the deceitfulness of Riches, and render of none, or rather of less Effect the Seed sown, or Choke the Word Preached, the same is the Principal hindrance to God's keeping this still in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the hearts of this People, The Cares of this World and the deceitfulness of Riches, cc vvi pp-f pix, cc av-c pp-f av-dc vvi dt n1 vvn, cc vvb dt n1 vvn, dt d vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp n2 vvg d av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
276 and the lusts of other things entring in Mark. 4. 19. And so where it is written, Take heed to your selves, and the Lustiest of other things entering in Mark. 4. 19. And so where it is written, Take heed to your selves, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 vvg p-acp vvb. crd crd cc av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
277 lest at any time your hearts be over-charged with surfetting, and drunkenness, and cares of this Life, lest At any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and Drunkenness, and Cares of this Life, cs p-acp d n1 po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp vvg, cc n1, cc n2 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
278 and so that day come upon you unawares. and so that day come upon you unawares. cc av d n1 vvn p-acp pn22 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
279 Luke. 21. 34. We learn and understand from all this put together, what the hinderances are. Lycia. 21. 34. We Learn and understand from all this put together, what the hindrances Are. av. crd crd pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp d d vvd av, q-crq dt n2 vbr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
280 And when we know them what they are, we may avoid and let them alone, or at least not be let or hindered by them. And when we know them what they Are, we may avoid and let them alone, or At least not be let or hindered by them. cc c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 r-crq pns32 vbr, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 av-j, cc p-acp ds xx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
281 They are the Cares of this World, and of this Life, and the deceitfulness of Riches, They Are the Cares of this World, and of this Life, and the deceitfulness of Riches, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 15
282 and the lusts of other things, or Gluttony and drunkenness and such like. and the Lustiest of other things, or Gluttony and Drunkenness and such like. cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cc n1 cc n1 cc d av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
283 And then the heart being too much set upon Visible Objects, and Visible things, this doth draw off and alienate from, And then the heart being too much Set upon Visible Objects, and Visible things, this does draw off and alienate from, cc av dt n1 vbg av av-d vvn p-acp j n2, cc j n2, d vdz vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
284 and make to forget and loose the sence of him that is Invisible, as also of the Invisible things of his Kingdom. and make to forget and lose the sense of him that is Invisible, as also of the Invisible things of his Kingdom. cc vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbz j, c-acp av pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
285 As was before said, We should Pray unto God to keep this still in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the hearts of thy People; As was before said, We should Pray unto God to keep this still in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the hearts of thy People; a-acp vbds p-acp vvn, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po21 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
286 even that purpose, and Resollution, To keep his Commandments, his Testimonies and his Statutes; so we should likewise Endeavour, Strive and Labour after the same. even that purpose, and Resollution, To keep his commandments, his Testimonies and his Statutes; so we should likewise Endeavour, Strive and Labour After the same. av d n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, po31 n2 cc po31 n2; av pns12 vmd av vvi, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
287 And as we Taste and See, Feel and Experience, know and perceive what are the Clogs, Interruptions, And as we Taste and See, Feel and Experience, know and perceive what Are the Clogs, Interruptions, cc c-acp pns12 vvb cc vvb, vvb cc n1, vvb cc vvb r-crq vbr dt n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
288 and Hinderances, so we should avoid and not give way unto them. and Hindrances, so we should avoid and not give Way unto them. cc n2, av pns12 vmd vvi cc xx vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
289 The Temper and State of our Soul is Various and several as it stands towards God. The Temper and State of our Soul is Various and several as it Stands towards God. dt vvi cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz j cc j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
290 For thou hast lifted me up, and cast me down. For thou hast lifted me up, and cast me down. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 a-acp, cc vvd pno11 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
291 Psal. 102. 10. Now and then it is Good enough, and then it is bad, dark and cloudy again, according as we commit Sin, Psalm 102. 10. Now and then it is Good enough, and then it is bad, dark and cloudy again, according as we commit since, np1 crd crd av cc av pn31 vbz j av-d, cc av pn31 vbz j, j cc j av, vvg c-acp pns12 vvb n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
292 and are plunged into the cares of this Life, or are Interested and concerned in the lusts of other things. and Are plunged into the Cares of this Life, or Are Interested and concerned in the Lustiest of other things. cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
293 The Servants of God are a discerning and observing People. The Servants of God Are a discerning and observing People. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt j-vvg cc vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
294 They look within the glass of the Word, and also they reflect and look within their own Souls, and they compare both together. They look within the glass of the Word, and also they reflect and look within their own Souls, and they compare both together. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp po32 d n2, cc pns32 vvb d av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
295 And indeed every one must observe and practice the like methods, who would make any Growth, Proficiency, Increase and Advancement in the Christian Life: And indeed every one must observe and practice the like methods, who would make any Growth, Proficiency, Increase and Advancement in the Christian Life: cc av d pi vmb vvi cc vvi dt j n2, r-crq vmd vvi d n1, n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt njp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
296 Here we might well reason and do, that if we can be and are Godly at one season, Here we might well reason and do, that if we can be and Are Godly At one season, av pns12 vmd av n1 cc vdb, cst cs pns12 vmb vbi cc vbr j p-acp crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
297 why not at another? and so if our Minds are now fraught with and Furnished, why not At Another? and so if our Minds Are now fraught with and Furnished, q-crq xx p-acp j-jn? cc av cs po12 n2 vbr av vvn p-acp cc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
298 and full of Reverence and fear of the Divine Majesty, so it may be likewise at another time, and full of reverence and Fear of the Divine Majesty, so it may be likewise At Another time, cc j pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
299 and thus we might go through the several Stages and Periods of Life even to serve God in Righteousness and true Holiness all the dayes thereof, and thus we might go through the several Stages and Periods of Life even to serve God in Righteousness and true Holiness all the days thereof, cc av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 av pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 cc j n1 d dt n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
300 and to fear continually before him: and to Fear continually before him: cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
301 For by the like means ▪ which we do perform it at one time, we may Endeavour after it at another. For by the like means ▪ which we do perform it At one time, we may Endeavour After it At Another. c-acp p-acp dt j n2 ▪ r-crq pns12 vdb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
302 There is an unseen Enemy, who stands at our Elbow, I mean Satan and his Temptations, who prompts us to commit Sin in each Act or Instance of Tryal, There is an unseen Enemy, who Stands At our Elbow, I mean Satan and his Temptations, who prompts us to commit since in each Act or Instance of Trial, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po12 n1, pns11 vvb np1 cc po31 n2, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
303 even in our very meals, to eat to excess or commit Gluttony, and so in other things alike; even in our very meals, to eat to excess or commit Gluttony, and so in other things alike; av p-acp po12 j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi n1, cc av p-acp j-jn n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
304 and here we should be upon our Watch, to Pray and lift up our hearts, Avoid or get behind me Satan, and Here we should be upon our Watch, to Pray and lift up our hearts, Avoid or get behind me Satan, cc av pns12 vmd vbi p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp po12 n2, vvb cc vvi p-acp pno11 np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
305 so that he should not get advantage, nor prevail over us. The Use and Benefit herehereof will be exceeding Great; so that he should not get advantage, nor prevail over us. The Use and Benefit herehereof will be exceeding Great; av cst pns31 vmd xx vvi n1, ccx vvi p-acp pno12. dt n1 cc n1 av vmb vbi vvg j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
306 for besides that this is th only making our Calling and Election sure. for beside that this is that only making our Calling and Election sure. c-acp p-acp cst d vbz dt j vvg po12 vvg cc n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
307 It is the only way and means to Assertain Salvation unto our Selves, so the more Good any one doth, It is the only Way and means to Assertain Salvation unto our Selves, so the more Good any one does, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp po12 n2, av dt av-dc j d pi vdz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
308 and the more he abstains from Sin and from all appearance of evil, It will be proportioned accordingly unto that Man or Woman in the Future Recompence, and the more he abstains from since and from all appearance of evil, It will be proportioned accordingly unto that Man or Woman in the Future Recompense, cc dt av-dc pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n-jn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-vvg p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
309 and they will receive a more full and greater Reward. and they will receive a more full and greater Reward. cc pns32 vmb vvi dt av-dc j cc jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
310 This is the sum and conclusion of the whole mattet, and the drift and design of all Preaching, That People may cease to do Evil, This is the sum and conclusion of the Whole mattet, and the drift and Design of all Preaching, That People may cease to do Evil, d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n-jn jc, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vvg, cst n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
311 and learn to do Well, as much as ever they can. and Learn to do Well, as much as ever they can. cc vvb pc-acp vdi av, c-acp d c-acp av pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
312 But why is it said in our Text? O Lord God of Abraham, Isaac Iacob or Israel. The Reason hereof seems to be near to this effect and purpose. But why is it said in our Text? Oh Lord God of Abraham, Isaac Iacob or Israel. The Reason hereof seems to be near to this Effect and purpose. p-acp q-crq vbz pn31 vvn p-acp po12 n1? uh n1 np1 pp-f np1, np1 np1 cc np1. dt n1 av vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
313 We read how that Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, or Israel were precious Saints and servants of God in their day, We read how that Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, or Israel were precious Saints and Servants of God in their day, pns12 vvb c-crq d np1, np1, np1, cc np1 vbdr j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
314 and in their Generation, and thereupon God came to be in Covenant with them, and was in a peculiar manner their God. and in their Generation, and thereupon God Come to be in Covenant with them, and was in a peculiar manner their God. cc p-acp po32 n1, cc av np1 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cc vbds p-acp dt j n1 po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
315 Now therefore if you will Obey my Voice indeed, and keep my Covenant, then ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: Now Therefore if you will Obey my Voice indeed, and keep my Covenant, then you shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: av av cs pn22 vmb vvi po11 n1 av, cc vvb po11 n1, cs pn22 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
316 For all the Earth is mine. For all the Earth is mine. c-acp d dt n1 vbz png11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
317 Exod. 19, 5. And so God is the God of all Men and Women, as they are his Creatures, Exod 19, 5. And so God is the God of all Men and Women, as they Are his Creatures, np1 crd, crd cc av np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, c-acp pns32 vbr po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
318 and the Inhabitants of his Earth, but by the way of Peculiarity, Emphasis or Property or Propriety, he is only the God of his Saints and servants, The Lord knoweth them that are his. and the Inhabitants of his Earth, but by the Way of Peculiarity, Emphasis or Property or Propriety, he is only the God of his Saints and Servants, The Lord Knoweth them that Are his. cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, dt n1 vvz pno32 cst vbr po31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
319 1. Tim. 2. 19. But is He the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob only ▪ No, 1. Tim. 2. 19. But is He the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob only ▪ No, crd np1 crd crd cc-acp vbz pns31 dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1 j ▪ uh-dx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
320 for he is the God of all their Children also, even of all those who do the Works of Abraham and of all those who are faithfull as Abraham was, who is stiled the Father of the Faithful. for he is the God of all their Children also, even of all those who do the Works of Abraham and of all those who Are faithful as Abraham was, who is styled the Father of the Faithful. c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2 av, av pp-f d d r-crq vdb dt vvz pp-f np1 cc pp-f d d r-crq vbr j c-acp np1 vbds, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
321 But because that from the Loins of these three Men, who did every one of them successively fear ▪ and serve the Lord in their time; But Because that from the Loins of these three Men, who did every one of them successively Fear ▪ and serve the Lord in their time; cc-acp c-acp cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f d crd n2, r-crq vdd d crd pp-f pno32 av-j n1 ▪ cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
322 There Sprang even of one (for One was his Son, the other was his Grand-Son) and him as good as dead, There Sprang even of one (for One was his Son, the other was his Grand-Son) and him as good as dead, a-acp vvd av pp-f crd (c-acp pi vbds po31 n1, dt n-jn vbds po31 n1) cc pno31 p-acp j c-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
323 so many as the Stars of the Skie in Multitude, and as the Sand which is by the Sea-shore Innumerable, so many as the Stars of the Sky in Multitude, and as the Sand which is by the Seashore Innumerable, av av-d c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
324 even a very Numerous Posterity, and great People, who were Elect and Beloved of God before the other Nations of the Earth, for their Fathers sake. even a very Numerous Posterity, and great People, who were Elect and beloved of God before the other nations of the Earth, for their Father's sake. av dt j j n1, cc j n1, r-crq vbdr j cc j-vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po32 ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
325 Therefore the Scriptures in sundry and many places Stiles him by the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. But whereas it is said in the close of our Text, And prepare their hearts unto thee. Therefore the Scriptures in sundry and many places Stile him by the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. But whereas it is said in the close of our Text, And prepare their hearts unto thee. av dt n2 p-acp j cc d n2 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1 cc-acp cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 17
326 Hereby another Truth doth shine and appear forth, viz. That God hath but one way in bringing many Sons & Daughters unto Glory, Hereby Another Truth does shine and appear forth, viz. That God hath but one Way in bringing many Sons & Daughters unto Glory, av j-jn n1 vdz vvi cc vvi av, n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp crd n1 p-acp vvg d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
327 or in bringing all the Sons and Daughters of Men that ever go there, unto Heaven. or in bringing all the Sons and Daughters of Men that ever go there, unto Heaven. cc p-acp vvg d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 cst av vvb a-acp, p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
328 Even by preparing their heart unto himself. Even by preparing their heart unto himself. np1 p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
329 That is, by bringing them to himself in this world, that he may bring them to his own home in ▪ the World to come. That is, by bringing them to himself in this world, that he may bring them to his own home in ▪ the World to come. cst vbz, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp px31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1-an p-acp ▪ dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
330 Moreover Brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant how that all our Fathers were under the clouds and all passed through the Sea: Moreover Brothers, I would not that you should be ignorant how that all our Father's were under the Clouds and all passed through the Sea: av n2, pns11 vmd xx cst pn22 vmd vbi j c-crq d d po12 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n2 cc d vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
331 And did all eat the same Spiritual Meat, And did all Drink the same Spiritual Drink: And did all eat the same Spiritual Meat, And did all Drink the same Spiritual Drink: cc vdd d vvi dt d j n1, cc vdd d vvi dt d j vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
332 1 Cor. 10. 1, 3, 4. And so all the People that ever went to Heaven ▪ and are now a going in their journey to it, 1 Cor. 10. 1, 3, 4. And so all the People that ever went to Heaven ▪ and Are now a going in their journey to it, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc av d dt n1 cst av vvd p-acp n1 ▪ cc vbr av dt vvg p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
333 or who shall be born, and Inherit that Happy Countrey hereafter, they all Go the very same way. or who shall be born, and Inherit that Happy Country hereafter, they all Go the very same Way. cc r-crq vmb vbi vvn, cc vvb d j n1 av, pns32 d vvb dt j d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
334 If you ask me what that way is It is the old Trodden way by the Saints, And a way, and it shall be called the way of Holiness. If you ask me what that Way is It is the old Trodden Way by the Saints, And a Way, and it shall be called the Way of Holiness. cs pn22 vvb pno11 r-crq d n1 vbz pn31 vbz dt j vvn n1 p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
335 Isa. 35. 8. It is the way of Universal Obedience, and confirming all the words of Gods Law to do them (and not Observing some, Isaiah 35. 8. It is the Way of Universal obedience, and confirming all the words of God's Law to do them (and not Observing Some, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-u n1, cc vvg d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 (cc xx vvg d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
336 and Neglecting others as the manner of many is) It is the way of drawing near to God, to which the Promise is James. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 And he will draw nigh unto you. and Neglecting Others as the manner of many is) It is the Way of drawing near to God, to which the Promise is James. 4. 〈 ◊ 〉 And he will draw High unto you. cc vvg n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vbz) pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg av-j p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz np1. crd 〈 sy 〉 cc pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
337 Or as it is in the last words of our Text,: Or as it is in the last words of our Text,: cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f po12 n1,: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
338 by preparing their heart unto him, Which again is done (as appears by the Context, by preparing their heart unto him, Which again is done (as appears by the Context, p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq av vbz vdn (c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
339 and the verse immediately following) By keeping this for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our hearts, to have a determinate, Obedident, and the verse immediately following) By keeping this for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of our hearts, to have a determinate, Obedident, cc dt n1 av-j vvg) p-acp vvg d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vhi dt j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
340 and Perfect heart and mind to keep constantly, and at all Times the Commandments, the Testimonies, and Perfect heart and mind to keep constantly, and At all Times the commandments, the Testimonies, cc j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cc p-acp d n2 dt n2, dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
341 and the Statutes of the Lord. and the Statutes of the Lord. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
342 And also such Divine Truths, or Knowledge of the things of God and of his Kingdom, should be for ever kept in the heart, with the Sence and ▪ Remembrance of them, which should Actually perswade, exhort and incline unto the same good thing. And also such Divine Truths, or Knowledge of the things of God and of his Kingdom, should be for ever kept in the heart, with the Sense and ▪ Remembrance of them, which should Actually persuade, exhort and incline unto the same good thing. cc av d j-jn n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 n1, vmd vbi p-acp av vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc ▪ n1 pp-f pno32, r-crq vmd av-j vvi, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 18
343 From this manner of Speech, Prepare their heart unto thee and from what is else-where written, And he shall go before him in the Spirit and Power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the Fathers to the Children, From this manner of Speech, Prepare their heart unto thee and from what is elsewhere written, And he shall go before him in the Spirit and Power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the Father's to the Children, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vvb po32 n1 p-acp pno21 cc p-acp r-crq vbz av vvn, cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
344 and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready a People prepared for the Lord. Luke. and the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just, to make ready a People prepared for the Lord. Lycia. cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
345 〈 ◊ 〉 17. We see that there are two things which the Ministry and Preaching of the Word doth drive and intend at, the First is To Convert Sinners, 〈 ◊ 〉 17. We see that there Are two things which the Ministry and Preaching of the Word does drive and intend At, the First is To Convert Sinners, 〈 sy 〉 crd pns12 vvb cst a-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp, dt ord vbz p-acp vvb n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
346 and to turn to Righteousness and then the next thing is in a further Degree and Proficiency, and to turn to Righteousness and then the next thing is in a further Degree and Proficiency, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc av dt ord n1 vbz p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 18
347 even to make them a People prepared for the 〈 ◊ 〉 to prepare their hearts unto thee. even to make them a People prepared for the 〈 ◊ 〉 to prepare their hearts unto thee. av pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 vvn p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
348 Which two things have 〈 ◊ 〉 the only Ends and Intent of all the Sermons that ever Preached in this Place, Which two things have 〈 ◊ 〉 the only Ends and Intent of all the Sermons that ever Preached in this Place, q-crq crd n2 vhb 〈 sy 〉 dt av-j vvz cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 cst av vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
349 or design to Preach throughout all my Succeeding Life. or Design to Preach throughout all my Succeeding Life. cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d po11 vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
350 Remembring still, that as the •••de or Hook are in the hands of the Gardiner for digging 〈 ◊ 〉 the Earth, Remembering still, that as the •••de or Hook Are in the hands of the Gardener for digging 〈 ◊ 〉 the Earth, vvg av, cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg 〈 sy 〉 dt np1-n, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
351 or Pruning of Trees, even so we Creatures 〈 ◊ 〉 Ministers, are but living Instruments in the Hands of God, to dig or cultivate our own hearts, or Pruning of Trees, even so we Creatures 〈 ◊ 〉 Ministers, Are but living Instruments in the Hands of God, to dig or cultivate our own hearts, cc vvg pp-f n2, av av pns12 n2 〈 sy 〉 n2, vbr p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
352 or the hearts of other People. For we are Labourers together with God, ye are Gods Husbandry, ye are Gods Building. or the hearts of other People. For we Are Labourers together with God, you Are God's Husbandry, you Are God's Building. cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. c-acp pns12 vbr n2 av p-acp np1, pn22 vbr ng1 n1, pn22 vbr ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
353 1. Cor. 3. 9. And 〈 ◊ 〉 as before Observed, How David Prayed immediately to God, To keep this for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the heart of thy People, though we are to Endeavour to keep it our selves, 1. Cor. 3. 9. And 〈 ◊ 〉 as before Observed, How David Prayed immediately to God, To keep this for ever in the Imagination of the Thoughts of the heart of thy People, though we Are to Endeavour to keep it our selves, crd np1 crd crd cc 〈 sy 〉 c-acp a-acp vvd, c-crq np1 vvd av-j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
354 so Here again he lifts up the other Petition unto God Immediately, prepare their hearts unto thee ▪ Though here again we are to Endeavour to prepare our own hearts. so Here again he lifts up the other Petition unto God Immediately, prepare their hearts unto thee ▪ Though Here again we Are to Endeavour to prepare our own hearts. av av av pns31 vvz a-acp dt n-jn vvb p-acp np1 av-j, vvb po32 n2 p-acp pno21 ▪ cs av av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po12 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
355 As also besides this, there is the Word appointed, and the Ministry or Preaching thereof (who heareth are become labourers together with God) It is a Bold and Great Expression of the Apostle Paul, which he speaks forth by the Spirit, to make them a people prepared for the Lord, or to prepare their hearts unto him. As also beside this, there is the Word appointed, and the Ministry or Preaching thereof (who hears Are become labourers together with God) It is a Bold and Great Expression of the Apostle Paul, which he speaks forth by the Spirit, to make them a people prepared for the Lord, or to prepare their hearts unto him. p-acp av p-acp d, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn, cc dt n1 cc vvg av (r-crq vvz vbr vvn n2 av p-acp np1) pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp vvb po32 n2 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
356 So hath God provided and Established, and so should Things Cooperate and Work together for the common Salvation of mankind. So hath God provided and Established, and so should Things Cooperate and Work together for the Common Salvation of mankind. av vhz np1 vvn cc vvn, cc av vmd n2 vvi cc vvi av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 19
357 But Beloved that are here present, I hope that most of ye are among the latter sort; But beloved that Are Here present, I hope that most of you Are among the latter sort; p-acp np1 cst vbr av j, pns11 vvb cst ds pp-f pn22 vbr p-acp dt d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
358 I mean that ye are a-verted from Sin, and Converted to God in the General, I mean that you Are a-verted from since, and Converted to God in the General, pns11 vvb cst pn22 vbr j p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
359 and ye are amongst those, who are preparing for the Lord, or preparing their hearts to seek him, or preparing for Heaven. and you Are among those, who Are preparing for the Lord, or preparing their hearts to seek him, or preparing for Heaven. cc pn22 vbr p-acp d, r-crq vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvg p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
360 For when we Read and Consider, how that Jesus, our forerunner is gone to prepare a Place for you. For when we Read and Consider, how that jesus, our forerunner is gone to prepare a Place for you. p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi, c-crq d np1, po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
361 John. 14. 3. To this must answer, some act of your own, that is to prepare your hearts for that place. John. 14. 3. To this must answer, Some act of your own, that is to prepare your hearts for that place. np1 crd crd p-acp d vmb vvi, d n1 pp-f po22 d, cst vbz pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
362 Whom (that is Jesus) We preach ▪ warning every man, and teaching every man in all Wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. Whom (that is jesus) We preach ▪ warning every man, and teaching every man in all Wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in christ jesus. ro-crq (cst vbz uh-np) pns12 vvb ▪ n-vvg d n1, cc vvg d n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi d n1 j p-acp np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
363 Col. 1, 28. It is strange for you to conceive hereof, but yet it is true, that God will judge that the Word Preached in this place, shall be a warning and Testimony to all the Inhabitants of this Town and Neighbour-hood, Col. 1, 28. It is strange for you to conceive hereof, but yet it is true, that God will judge that the Word Preached in this place, shall be a warning and Testimony to all the Inhabitants of this Town and Neighbourhood, np1 crd, crd pn31 vbz j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp av pn31 vbz j, cst np1 vmb vvi d dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
364 though not the twentieth ▪ nor yet hardly the hundredth part of them do come to hear. though not the twentieth ▪ nor yet hardly the hundredth part of them do come to hear. cs xx dt ord ▪ cc av av dt ord n1 pp-f pno32 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
365 Remember I told you of it before. I Ground this Affirmation from these Words of Paul who spake thus by the Spirit, remember I told you of it before. I Ground this Affirmation from these Words of Paul who spoke thus by the Spirit, np1 pns11 vvd pn22 pp-f pn31 a-acp. pns11 n1 d n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd av p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 19
366 and yet it is certain, that every man dwelling in the City of Coloss, and the adjacent Villages did not hear Paul. Nevertheless seeing that every man thereabout might have heard ▪ him Preach if they would, and yet it is certain, that every man Dwelling in the city of Coloss, and the adjacent Villages did not hear Paul. Nevertheless seeing that every man thereabouts might have herd ▪ him Preach if they would, cc av pn31 vbz j, cst d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n2 vdd xx vvi np1. av vvg cst d n1 av vmd vhi vvn ▪ pno31 vvb cs pns32 vmd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
367 and all had a Rumour and Report thereof, though they would not hear him themselves, and all had a Rumour and Report thereof, though they would not hear him themselves, cc d vhd dt n1 cc vvb av, cs pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
368 therefore according to the method, Interpretation, & accou•• of God according to which he will judge and proceed at the last day; Therefore according to the method, Interpretation, & accou•• of God according to which he will judge and proceed At the last day; av vvg p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt ord n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
369 He did Warn and teach every man, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. He did Warn and teach every man, that we may present every man perfect in christ jesus. pns31 vdd vvi cc vvi d n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi d n1 j p-acp np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
370 Whereunto I (and so should all ye that hear me this day) also labour, striving according to his Working, which worketh in m• mightily. Whereunto I (and so should all you that hear me this day) also labour, striving according to his Working, which works in m• mightily. c-crq pns11 (cc av vmd d pn22 cst vvb pno11 d n1) av n1, vvg p-acp p-acp po31 j-vvg, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
371 Col. 1. 29. And so ye also are to labour according to the Working of God, which worketh in ye mightily. Col. 1. 29. And so you also Are to labour according to the Working of God, which works in you mightily. np1 crd crd cc av pn22 av vbr pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp pn22 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
372 Do ye not Perceive at my speaking this unto ye, some Groaning of Spirit, and Intercessions and desires after the same which cannot be uttered? That ye may be meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light. Do you not Perceive At my speaking this unto you, Some Groaning of Spirit, and Intercessions and Desires After the same which cannot be uttered? That you may be meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light. vdb pn22 xx vvb p-acp po11 vvg d p-acp pn22, d j-vvg pp-f n1, cc n2 cc n2 p-acp dt d r-crq vmbx vbi vvn? cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
373 We know sensibly what is the misery and vexation of worldly disapointments; We know sensibly what is the misery and vexation of worldly disappointments; pns12 vvb av-j r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
374 and there is no disapoinment like that of Heaven, which indeed is a Thing possible and to be feared, and there is no disapoinment like that of Heaven, which indeed is a Thing possible and to be feared, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j d pp-f n1, r-crq av vbz dt n1 j cc pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
375 and the utmost care is to be taken against it all our Life long. Israel hath not obtained that which He seeketh for, but the Election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded. and the utmost care is to be taken against it all our Life long. Israel hath not obtained that which He seeks for, but the Election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded. cc dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 d po12 n1 av-j. np1 vhz xx vvn d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, cc dt n1 vbdr vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
376 Rom. 11. 7. Let us therfore fear, lest a promise being left us of entring into his Rest, any of you should seem to come short of it. Rom. 11. 7. Let us Therefore Fear, lest a promise being left us of entering into his Rest, any of you should seem to come short of it. np1 crd crd vvb pno12 av vvi, cs dt n1 vbg vvn pno12 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1, d pp-f pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi j pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
377 Heb. 4. 1. There is no Preaching like unto that of Experimental Preaching; Hebrew 4. 1. There is no Preaching like unto that of Experimental Preaching; np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx vvg av-j p-acp d pp-f j vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
378 and pray, •et your hearts go along with me, and confer Notes, and compare Experiences, By Examining and Communing with your own Spirits, and pray, •et your hearts go along with me, and confer Notes, and compare Experiences, By Examining and Communing with your own Spirits, cc vvb, vvb po22 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pno11, cc vvi n2, cc vvi n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp po22 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
379 whilst I declare how it is with mine own Soul. As it is written, For the Lord hath called thee as a Woman forsaken and grieved in Spirit. while I declare how it is with mine own Soul. As it is written, For the Lord hath called thee as a Woman forsaken and grieved in Spirit. cs pns11 vvb c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po11 d n1 p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
380 Isa. 54. 6. This last Thing of grieved in Spirit, is Exactly mine own condition. I find nothing in me, but I am also shewed the Reason thereof. Isaiah 54. 6. This last Thing of grieved in Spirit, is Exactly mine own condition. I find nothing in me, but I am also showed the Reason thereof. np1 crd crd d ord n1 pp-f vvn p-acp n1, vbz av-j po11 d n1. pns11 vvb pix p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns11 vbm av vvn dt n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
381 And this Grief of Spirit in me doth not so much arise from wordly or outward Things, And this Grief of Spirit in me does not so much arise from wordly or outward Things, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11 vdz xx av av-d vvi p-acp j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
382 because I know the utmost of them, that they are but little and soon pass away, Because I know the utmost of them, that they Are but little and soon pass away, c-acp pns11 vvb dt j pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vbr p-acp j cc av vvb av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
383 and seem afterwards just all one as a dream when one awaketh. But as it is elsewhere written, I Remembred God and was troubled: and seem afterwards just all one as a dream when one awakes. But as it is elsewhere written, I Remembered God and was troubled: cc vvi av av d pi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pi vvz. p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz av vvn, pns11 vvd np1 cc vbds vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 20
384 I complained, and my Spirit was overwhelmed. Selah. I complained, and my Spirit was overwhelmed. Selac. pns11 vvd, cc po11 n1 vbds vvn. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
385 Psal. 77. 3. So as I think of God and of the other World (for the Powers of the world to come do shake my Soul) thence does arise all my Trouble, Grief, and Fear. Psalm 77. 3. So as I think of God and of the other World (for the Powers of the world to come do shake my Soul) thence does arise all my Trouble, Grief, and fear. np1 crd crd av c-acp pns11 vvb pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt j-jn n1 (c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi vdb vvi po11 n1) av vdz vvi d po11 n1, n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
386 Why so O Man? It is because I have not that degree of Assurance and well Grounded Hope which I would have, and do Press after still. Why so Oh Man? It is Because I have not that degree of Assurance and well Grounded Hope which I would have, and do Press After still. uh-crq av uh n1? pn31 vbz c-acp pns11 vhb xx d n1 pp-f n1 cc av j-vvn n1 r-crq pns11 vmd vhi, cc vdb vvi a-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
387 Pray, Think upon, and Observe this. It is a Secret Anguish and Vexation of Spirit, that I am growing in years, prey, Think upon, and Observe this. It is a Secret Anguish and Vexation of Spirit, that I am growing in Years, n1, vvb p-acp, cc vvb d. pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst pns11 vbm vvg p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
388 and Gray hairs do here and there appear upon me; and Grey hairs do Here and there appear upon me; cc j-jn n2 vdb av cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
389 That the Morning of Youth is over and past, and will never return again in this State; That the Morning of Youth is over and passed, and will never return again in this State; cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp cc vvn, cc vmb av-x vvi av p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
390 and I haste to that where I seem no more to be, and yet I have not laid in a Better and more assured Foundation against the time to come, which I would still seek to make it yet more and more sure. and I haste to that where I seem no more to be, and yet I have not laid in a Better and more assured Foundation against the time to come, which I would still seek to make it yet more and more sure. cc pns11 vvb p-acp cst c-crq pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc pc-acp vbi, cc av pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt jc cc av-dc j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns11 vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 av av-dc cc av-dc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
391 Cause me to know the way wherein I should walk, for I lift up my Soul to thee. Cause me to know the Way wherein I should walk, for I lift up my Soul to thee. vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns11 vmd vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
392 Psal. 143, 8. That doubt and Jealousy, and misgiving of heart, Least I neglect, or am afraid to do the Will of God, doth cause no little Vexation of Spirit in me. Psalm 143, 8. That doubt and Jealousy, and misgiving of heart, lest I neglect, or am afraid to do the Will of God, does cause no little Vexation of Spirit in me. np1 crd, crd cst n1 cc n1, cc n-vvg pp-f n1, cs pns11 vvb, cc vbm j pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz vvi dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
393 Cause me to hear thy Loving Kindness early in the Morning, for in thee do I trust &c. Herein I speak of those Extraordnary Works and Tryals, which God is sometimes pleased to call such and such of his Servants out unto ▪ as Abraham to Offer up his Son Isaac and, to Try that Precious Faith of his own Elect, whereby like as Zebulun & Naphtali were People that jeparded their lives unto the death. Cause me to hear thy Loving Kindness early in the Morning, for in thee do I trust etc. Herein I speak of those Extraordnary Works and Trials, which God is sometime pleased to call such and such of his Servants out unto ▪ as Abraham to Offer up his Son Isaac and, to Try that Precious Faith of his own Elect, whereby like as Zebulun & Naphtali were People that jeparded their lives unto the death. n1 pno11 pc-acp vvi po21 j-vvg n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp pno21 vdi pns11 vvi av av pns11 vvb pp-f d n1 vvz cc n2, r-crq np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi d cc d pp-f po31 n2 av p-acp ▪ p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 np1 cc, p-acp vvb cst j n1 pp-f po31 d n1, c-crq av-j c-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr n1 cst vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
394 Judges. 5. 18. And hazarded their Lives for the Word of his Testimony, for his Truth and Righteousness, Judges. 5. 18. And hazarded their Lives for the Word of his Testimony, for his Truth and Righteousness, n2. crd crd np1 vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
395 as some of his People and Servants have done in former Generations. as Some of his People and Servants have done in former Generations. c-acp d pp-f po31 n1 cc n2 vhb vdn p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
396 But Christian People, Take this Counsel as from me, who have been somewhat Experienced in the wayes of God, whensoever ye perceive fears within you, But Christian People, Take this Counsel as from me, who have been somewhat Experienced in the ways of God, whensoever you perceive fears within you, p-acp njp n1, vvb d n1 c-acp p-acp pno11, r-crq vhb vbn av j-vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq pn22 vvb n2 p-acp pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
397 as those same fears do Relate to God, or your own Future State and Condition,) for from hence doth usually arise all the fear, as those same fears do Relate to God, or your own Future State and Condition,) for from hence does usually arise all the Fear, c-acp d d n2 vdb vvi p-acp np1, cc po22 d j-jn n1 cc n1,) c-acp p-acp av vdz av-j vvi d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
398 and all the Great Thought and Searching of Heart, whither this shall be indeed Happy or Miserable) There learn to know the true cause of that fear, and all the Great Thought and Searching of Heart, whither this shall be indeed Happy or Miserable) There Learn to know the true cause of that Fear, cc d dt j n1 cc vvg pp-f n1, c-crq d vmb vbi av j cc j) pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
399 and then labour to Remove it. and then labour to Remove it. cc av vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
400 Now all fear doth usually arise from Sin and Guilt, and therfore take away the Sin and Guilt, Now all Fear does usually arise from since and Gilded, and Therefore take away the since and Gilded, av d n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp n1 cc j-vvn, cc av vvb av dt n1 cc j-vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
401 and the fear also will cease. and the Fear also will cease. cc dt n1 av vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
402 So that the Result of the whole is this, If thou Man or, Woman, wouldst be indeed led in the way Everlasting, thou must be sure that there be no wicked way in thee. So that the Result of the Whole is this, If thou Man or, Woman, Wouldst be indeed led in the Way Everlasting, thou must be sure that there be no wicked Way in thee. av cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbz d, cs pns21 n1 cc, n1, vmd2 vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 j, pns21 vmb vbi j cst pc-acp vbi dx j n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 21
403 Psal. 134. Thou must both Pray, Search me, O God, and know my heart ▪ try me, and know my Thoughts. Psalm 134. Thou must both Pray, Search me, Oh God, and know my heart ▪ try me, and know my Thoughts. np1 crd pns21 vmb d vvi, vvb pno11, uh np1, cc vvb po11 n1 ▪ vvb pno11, cc vvb po11 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
404 And thou must Endeavour the same thy self, even to Search thy self and know thy heart, to try thy self and know thy thoughts, that there be no wicked way in thee, that thou livest in no known Sin, not reserved Iniquity whatever, And thou must Endeavour the same thy self, even to Search thy self and know thy heart, to try thy self and know thy thoughts, that there be no wicked Way in thee, that thou Livest in no known since, not reserved Iniquity whatever, cc pns21 vmb vvi dt d po21 n1, av pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc vvb po21 n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc vvb po21 n2, cst pc-acp vbi dx j n1 p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vv2 p-acp dx j-vvn n1, xx vvn n1 r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
405 and thou leavest no Duty undone. And that thou dost not Omit, or slip any Opp〈 … 〉nities of doing good. and thou Leavest no Duty undone. And that thou dost not Omit, or slip any Opp〈 … 〉nities of doing good. cc pns21 vv2 dx n1 vvn. cc cst pns21 vd2 xx vvi, cc vvi d np1 … n2 pp-f vdg j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
406 For to him that knoweth to do good, 〈 ◊ 〉 doeth it not, to him it is Sin, Jam. 4. 17. Finally Breth〈 … 〉 Whatsoever Things are True, whatsoever Things are Ho〈 … 〉est, whatsoever Things are Just, whatsoever Things 〈 ◊ 〉 Pure, whatsoever Things are Lovely, whatsoever Thin•• are of Good Report, For to him that Knoweth to do good, 〈 ◊ 〉 doth it not, to him it is since, Jam. 4. 17. Finally Breth〈 … 〉 Whatsoever Things Are True, whatsoever Things Are Ho〈 … 〉est, whatsoever Things Are Just, whatsoever Things 〈 ◊ 〉 Pure, whatsoever Things Are Lovely, whatsoever Thin•• Are of Good Report, c-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvz pc-acp vdi j, 〈 sy 〉 vdz pn31 xx, p-acp pno31 pn31 vbz n1, np1 crd crd av-j np1 … 〉 r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 vbr np1 … av-js, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq n2 〈 sy 〉 j, r-crq n2 vbr j, r-crq np1 vbr a-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
407 if there be any Vertue, and if there be any Praise, Think on these Things. if there be any Virtue, and if there be any Praise, Think on these Things. cs pc-acp vbb d n1, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1, vvb p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
408 O my Fellow Christians, Think often, Yea think alwayes on the Words of the Text I have Chosen this Day. O my Fellow Christians, Think often, Yea think always on the Words of the Text I have Chosen this Day. sy po11 n1 np1, vvb av, uh vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
409 If you do not Remember and carry away any thing of the Sermon, besides 〈 ◊ 〉 sure to Remember, If you do not remember and carry away any thing of the Sermon, beside 〈 ◊ 〉 sure to remember, cs pn22 vdb xx vvi cc vvi av d n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp 〈 sy 〉 av-j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
410 and carry away the Words of 〈 ◊ 〉 present Text, for that will be enough•nd sufficient. and carry away the Words of 〈 ◊ 〉 present Text, for that will be enough•nd sufficient. cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 j n1, p-acp d vmb vbi vvn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 22
411 If when any Good Thought or true Thoughts 〈 ◊ 〉 in your Soul, when you like the Patriark Jacob, Vo〈 … 〉 unto him, the Lord shall be my God. If when any Good Thought or true Thoughts 〈 ◊ 〉 in your Soul, when you like the Patriarch Jacob, Vo〈 … 〉 unto him, the Lord shall be my God. cs c-crq d j vvd cc j n2 〈 sy 〉 p-acp po22 n1, c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 np1, np1 … 〉 p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vbi po11 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
412 Gen. 28. 21. And P〈 … 〉 thy Vows unto the most High. Gen. 28. 21. And P〈 … 〉 thy Vows unto the most High. np1 crd crd np1 np1 … 〉 po21 n2 p-acp dt av-ds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
413 Psal. 50. 14. When any 〈 ◊ 〉 his Truths comes into thy Mind, which either make the I•visible God more known unto thee, Psalm 50. 14. When any 〈 ◊ 〉 his Truths comes into thy Mind, which either make the I•visible God more known unto thee, np1 crd crd c-crq d 〈 sy 〉 po31 n2 vvz p-acp po21 n1, r-crq d vvb dt j np1 av-dc vvn p-acp pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
414 or the things of h•• Kingdom or concerning the World to come, even our Futu•• State and Condition therein; or the things of h•• Kingdom or Concerning the World to come, even our Futu•• State and Condition therein; cc dt n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av po12 np1 n1 cc n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
415 which same truth or truth• do stir up or Quicken, Exhort and Actually Perswade ▪ do all the Words of his Law, to keep his Commandmen•• his Testimonies, and his Statutes, in all these and such 〈 ◊ 〉 Things, Be sure to lift up thy heart towards God in 〈 ◊ 〉 Words of my Text, O Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Israel our F•thers kept this for ever in the Imagination of 〈 ◊ 〉 Thoughts of the Heart of thy People, which same truth or truth• do stir up or Quicken, Exhort and Actually Persuade ▪ do all the Words of his Law, to keep his Commandmen•• his Testimonies, and his Statutes, in all these and such 〈 ◊ 〉 Things, Be sure to lift up thy heart towards God in 〈 ◊ 〉 Words of my Text, Oh Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Israel our F•thers kept this for ever in the Imagination of 〈 ◊ 〉 Thoughts of the Heart of thy People, r-crq d n1 cc n1 vdb vvi a-acp cc vvb, vvb cc av-j vvb ▪ uh d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 np1 po31 n2, cc po31 n2, p-acp d d cc d 〈 sy 〉 n2, vbb j pc-acp vvi a-acp po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 n2 pp-f po11 n1, uh n1 np1 pp-f np1, np1, cc 〈 sy 〉 np1 po12 n2-jn vvd d p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
416 and prepare their hea〈 … 〉 unto thee. and prepare their hea〈 … 〉 unto thee. cc vvi po32 n1 … 〉 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
417 I say again for thy more Remembrance and O〈 … 〉 servance thereof, in all these and such like good cases 〈 ◊ 〉 Instances, Pray without ceasing, I say again for thy more Remembrance and O〈 … 〉 servance thereof, in all these and such like good cases 〈 ◊ 〉 Instances, Pray without ceasing, pns11 vvb av p-acp po21 n1 n1 cc np1 … 〉 n1 av, p-acp d d cc d av-j j n2 〈 sy 〉 n2, vvb p-acp vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
418 and endeavour the s〈 … 〉 without ceasing, O Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and of 〈 ◊ 〉 rael our Fathers, keep this for •ver in the Imagination of 〈 ◊ 〉 Thoughts of the Hearts of thy People, and endeavour the s〈 … 〉 without ceasing, Oh Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and of 〈 ◊ 〉 rael our Father's, keep this for •ver in the Imagination of 〈 ◊ 〉 Thoughts of the Hearts of thy People, cc vvi dt n1 … 〉 p-acp vvg, uh n1 np1 pp-f np1, np1, cc pp-f 〈 sy 〉 uh-av po12 n2, vvb d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22
419 and prepare their 〈 ◊ 〉 unto thee, Amen, So be it. FINIS. and prepare their 〈 ◊ 〉 unto thee, Amen, So be it. FINIS. cc vvi po32 〈 sy 〉 p-acp pno21, uh-n, av vbb pn31. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 22

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